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Page 1 Wrangler 2 0 1 5 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Includes Wrangler Unlimited I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 4 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....8 ROLLOVER WARNING .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s INTRODUCTION Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision sion, and transfer case shifting.
Page 7: Rollover Warning
INTRODUCTION 5 This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- ROLLOVER WARNING tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than customer-oriented documents.
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
6 INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Page 9 INTRODUCTION 7 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 10: Warnings And Cautions
8 INTRODUCTION The VIN is also stamped on either right or left hand side WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS of the engine block. This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle.
Page 11: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 9 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 12 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .14 ▫ To Disarm The System ....21 ▫...
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters..27 ▫ Upper Half Door Window Removal — If Equipped ......33 ▫...
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 REAR SWING GATE .....47 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ..98 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ..48 SAFETY TIPS .
Page 16: A Word About Your Keys
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has 1. Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These automatic transmission).
Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 WARNING! • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re- move the Key Fob from the ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. •...
Page 18: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEY® WARNING! (Continued) The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau- • Do not leave children or animals inside parked thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may system does not need to be armed or activated.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 During normal operation, after turning on the ignition CAUTION! switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Page 20: Customer Key Programming
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Customer Key Programming CAUTION! If you have two valid Sentry Keys®, you can program Always remove the Sentry Keys® from the vehicle new Sentry Keys® to the system by performing the and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- following procedure: tended.
Page 21: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key® into the ignition switch. NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys- within 60 seconds.
Page 22: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved NOTE: The Panic Alarm and the Vehicle Security Alarm by the party responsible for compliance could void the are quite different. Please take a moment to activate the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 23: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 the instrument cluster) will flash rapidly for about 16 remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the RKE seconds to signal that the Vehicle Security Alarm is transmitter, once the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed arming.
Page 24: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the doors or open any door.
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Three Button RKE Transmitter Four Button RKE Transmitter NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 26: To Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, the Remote To Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate Unlock feature can be enabled or disabled by perform- Push and release the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button ing the following steps: once to unlock the driver’s door only, or twice to unlock all the doors and swing gate.
Page 27: To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: Pushing the RKE transmitter LOCK button while To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate you are inside of the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- Security Alarm.
Page 28: Using The Panic Alarm
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless following steps: you turn it off by pushing the PANIC button a second time, or if the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/h) or greater.
Page 29: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the The “Flash Lights With Lock” feature can be reactivated following steps: by repeating this procedure. 1. Push the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button for 4 to 10 Programming Additional Transmitters seconds.
Page 30: General Information
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. •...
Page 31: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station How To Use Remote Start tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB All of the following conditions must be met before the radios.
Page 32: Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic WARNING! Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or The following messages will display in the EVIC if the confined area.
Page 33: To Enter Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two To Enter Remote Start 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN Push and release the REMOTE START button position before you can repeat the start sequence for a on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- third cycle.
Page 34: To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The DOORS Vehicle CAUTION! Push and release the REMOTE START button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle. Careless handling and storage of the removable door panels may damage the seals, causing water to leak NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system into the vehicle’s interior.
Page 35: Upper Half Door Window Removal - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Upper Half Door Window Removal — If Equipped Upper Half Door Window Installation — If Equipped Grasp the half door window and pull upward. 1. Grasp the half door window and line up the pins with the pockets in the lower door.
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Door Removal Warning Label Hinge Pin Screw 1. Roll down the glass window to prevent any damage. 3. Unplug the wiring harness connector under the instru- ment panel by pushing the tab at the base of the 2.
Page 37: Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 4. Unhook the door strap from the body hook. Be careful not to allow the door to swing fully open as the mirror may damage the paint. 5. With the door open, lift the door to clear the hinge pins from their hinges and remove the door.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The hinge pin screws and nuts can be stowed in the rear cargo tray located under the rear loadfloor. Door Removal Warning Label 1. Roll down the glass window to prevent any damage. 2.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Trim Access Door Connector Latched 5. Unplug the wiring harness connector. NOTE: Squeeze the tab on the base of the connector. This will unlock the connector tab, allowing the harness to be disconnected.
Page 40: Door Locks
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To reinstall the door(s), perform the previous steps in the opposite order. DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks All doors are equipped with an interior rocker-type door lock lever. To lock a door when leaving your vehicle, push the rocker lever forward to the LOCK position and close the door.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Manual Door Lock (Full Frame Doors) Manual Door Lock (Half Doors) NOTE: The ignition key that is used to start the vehicle is used to lock or unlock the doors, swing gate, glove compartment, and console storage.
Page 42: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks — If Equipped WARNING! The power door lock switch is located on each front door • For personal security reasons and safety in a colli- panel. Push the switch forward to lock the doors, and sion, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well rearward to unlock the doors.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped WARNING! The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled. • For personal security reasons and safety in a colli- When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically sion, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 44: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors The “Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit” feature can be enabled or disabled as follows: To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with 1.
Page 45: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged. NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the rocker lever rearward (unlocked position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Open- ing either front door will cancel this feature.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Four-Door Models Window Lockout Switch — Four-Door Models The lower left switch controls the left rear passenger The window lockout switch (located between the front window, and the lower right switch controls the right window switches) allows you to disable the rear window rear passenger window.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Windows — Four-Door Models The rear passenger window switches are located on the back of the center floor console. Push the switch down- ward to open the window and upward to close the window.
Page 49: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down in certain open or partially open posi- tions.
Page 50: Occupant Restraint Systems
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags CAUTION! • Child Restraints Do not press on rear wiper blade when closing the rear flip-up window, as damage to the blade will Important Safety Precautions result.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle 8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your seat belt properly (Refer to Child Restraints ) should vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the be secured in a vehicle with a rear seat in child side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space restraints or belt-positioning booster seats.
Page 52: Seat Belt Systems
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE switch is in the START or ON/RUN position. If the Seat Belt Systems driver or outboard front seat passenger is unbelted, Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on short trips.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert® is not Lap/Shoulder Belts active when the outboard front passenger seat is unoc- All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with cupied. BeltAlert® may be triggered when an animal or lap/shoulder belts.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat severe injuries in a collision.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of • A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you injury in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at properly.
Page 56 54 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 • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect adjust the seat. you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not 2.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Pulling Out The Latch Plate Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt. 6.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 • If the rear seatback is properly latched and the rear Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure center lap/shoulder belt still cannot be pulled out, the Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR) system may be shoulder belt.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the driver and front passenger seats, the top of the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the seat belt away from your neck. Push or squeeze the anchorage button to release the anchorage, and move it up or down to the position that serves you best.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is WARNING! equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward • ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically position without pushing or squeezing the release but- required in order to properly fit the original seat ton.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts worn snugly and positioned properly.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 For additional information, refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child Restraints” section of this manual. The graphics below defines the type of feature for each seating position. Four-Door Models •...
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE will hear a clicking sound as the seat belt retracts. Allow WARNING! the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section.
Page 65: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! (Continued) Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it • Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to restrain to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking occupants who are wearing the seat belt or children Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) who are using booster seats.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Knee Impact Bolsters • Advanced Front Air Bags • Supplemental Side Air Bags • Front and Side Impact Sensors • Seat Belt Pretensioners • Seat Belt Buckle Switch • Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the Advanced Front Air Bag And Knee Bolster Locations...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as could cause serious injury, including death.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front WARNING! (Continued) passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether • Do not put anything on or around the air bag the driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled. The seat covers or attempt to open them manually.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Advanced Front Air Bag Operation Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- away from an inflating air bag.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Knee Impact Bolsters outboard side of the seats. The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury during certain side impacts, in The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- seat belts and body structure.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 deploys through the seat seam into the space between the The system is calibrated to deploy the SAB on the impact occupant and the door. The SAB moves at a very high side of the vehicle during impacts that require SAB speed and with such a high force that it could injure you occupant protection.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat belts (and child restraints where appropriate) are WARNING! (Continued) necessary for your protection in all collisions. They also • Relying on the SABs alone could lead to more help keep you in position, away from an inflating SAB. severe injuries in a collision.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 If you do have a collision, which deploys the air bags, any continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on or all of the following may occur: your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- structions for cleaning.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an System Reset Procedure authorized dealer immediately. In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System functions after an event, the ignition switch must be Enhanced Accident Response System changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition In the event of an impact, if the communication network...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 The ORC contains a backup power supply system that free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or dealer service the air bag system immediately. it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! WARNING! Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags • Modifications to any part of the air bag system to protect you in a collision.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Event Data Recorder (EDR) WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in system.
Page 78: Child Restraints
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE These data can help provide a better understanding of Child Restraints the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times, including babies and children. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has WARNING! (Continued) a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety great that you could not hold the child, no matter Standards. You should also make sure that you can install how strong you are.
Page 80 78 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 the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the height or weight limits of their child...
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they an air bag.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE All children whose weight or height is above the WARNING! (Continued) forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a • After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle, do belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward fit properly.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 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 seat belt fit comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
Page 84 82 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 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 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 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Latch Positions (Four-Door Models) Latch Positions (Two-Door Models) Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 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 child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 88 86 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 in- stall a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchor-...
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 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 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The Tether Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchors lo- cated behind each rear seatback, near to the floor. Latch Anchorages (Four-Door Models) Tether Strap Mounting (Two-Door Models) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage. Center Seat LATCH: Two Door WARNING! This vehicle does not have a center seating position.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the WARNING! tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more anchorages.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 5. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt: top tether anchorage. See the section “Installing Child When using the LATCH attaching system to install a Restraints Using the Top Tether Anchorage”...
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat WARNING! Belt • Improper installation of a child restraint to the The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor straint.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Four-Door Models Two-Door Models • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Top Tether Anchorage Symbol • I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 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 seat belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints tether anchorage for that seating position, move the Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one attach a tether anchor.
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Tether Strap Mounting (Two-Door Models) Tether Strap Mounting (Four-Door Models) 4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 100: Transporting Pets
98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. increased head motion and possible injury to the Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
Page 101: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 CAUTION! WARNING! Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil • Do not leave children or animals inside parked in the engine or damage may result. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.
Page 102: Exhaust Gas
100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 103: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have Vehicle the system checked by an authorized dealer. Seat Belts Defroster Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for...
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- been removed for cleaning.
Page 105: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Door Latches Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 106 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 107: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MIRRORS ......111 ▫ Cancel Command .....118 ▫...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect® Phonebook SEATS ......151 Entries .
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 ▫ Replacing The Rear Seat — Two-Door ▫ Front Fog Lights ..... .170 Models .
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Set A Desired Speed ....180 ▫ Rear Storage Compartment — If Equipped . . .191 ▫...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 ▫ Front Panel(s) Installation With Rear Hard Top ▫ Raising The Soft Top ....243 Removed ......211 SUNRIDER®...
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Lowering The Windshield And Removing REAR WINDOW FEATURES — HARD TOP Side Bars ......292 ONLY .
Page 113: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped 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 114: Outside Mirrors
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors WARNING! To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight convex mirror will look smaller and farther away overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror.
Page 115: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 CAUTION! 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. Power Mirrors — If Equipped The power mirror switch is located on the center of the instrument panel, below the climate controls.
Page 116: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature can be activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster (if equipped). Refer to “Rear Window Features” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
Page 117: Uconnect® Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 mobile phone’s audio is transmitted through your vehi- cle’s audio system; the system will automatically mute your radio when using the Uconnect® Phone. NOTE: The Uconnect® Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth® “Hands-Free Profile,” Version 0.96 or higher.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Uconnect® Phone is driven through your WARNING! (Continued) Bluetooth® “Hands-Free Profile” mobile phone. laws, including laws regarding phone use. Your at- Uconnect® features Bluetooth® technology - the global tention should be focused on safely operating the standard that enables different electronic devices to con- vehicle.
Page 119: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Voice Command Button Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® Actual button location may vary with the ra- Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect® Phone dio. The individual buttons are described in the menu structure.
Page 120: Help Command
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE part of the command when you are asked for it. For To activate the Uconnect® Phone from idle, simply push example, you can use the compound form voice com- button and follow the audible prompts for mand “Phonebook New Entry,”...
Page 121: Dial By Saying A Number
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 The following are general phone to Uconnect® Phone • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a pairing instructions: priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven mobile •...
Page 122: Call By Saying A Name
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will prompt you to say the number you or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a want to call. name in the phonebook, refer to “Add Names to Your Uconnect®...
Page 123: Add Names To Your Uconnect® Phonebook
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or as soon as the Bluetooth® wireless phone connection is deleted on the Uconnect® Phone. These can only be made to the Uconnect®...
Page 124: Edit Uconnect® Phonebook Entries
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Edit Uconnect® Phonebook Entries “Home,” “Work,” “Mobile,” or “Other”). This will • Push the button to begin. allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- book entry, if desired.
Page 125: Delete Uconnect® Phonebook Entry
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 NOTE: • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 126: List All Names In The Uconnect® Phonebook
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect® Phonebook Entries List All Names in the Uconnect® Phonebook • Push the button to begin. • Push the button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 127: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call Phone Call Features Currently In Progress The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect® Phone if the feature(s) are available on your If a call is currently in progress and you have another mobile service plan.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Toggling Between Calls” in this section. To combine Conference Call two calls, refer to “Conference Call” in this section. When two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), push and hold the button until you hear a Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold double beep indicating that the two calls have been...
Page 129 Call Continuation UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Call Termination Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Uconnect® Phone after the vehicle ignition has been To end a call in progress, momentarily push the but- switched to OFF.
Page 130: Uconnect® Phone Features
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Assistance Uconnect® Phone Features If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the Uconnect® Phone is using: • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The emergency number dialed is based on the country • paired to the Uconnect® System, where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and • and have network coverage. Canada and 060 for Mexico).
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Paging When calling a number with your Uconnect® Phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated on your mobile phone keypad, you can push the Systems.”...
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 send. The Uconnect® Phone will then send the corre- Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off sponding phone number associated with the phone- Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system book entry, as tones over the phone. from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect®...
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF) You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone When you mute the Uconnect® Phone, you will still be keypad and still use the Uconnect® Phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 135: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 List Paired Mobile Phone Names Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone • Push the button to begin. The Uconnect® Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect®...
Page 136: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say • You can also push the button at any time while “Setup Select Phone” and follow the prompts. the list is being played, and then choose the phone you wish to delete.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • Push 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 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Low-to-medium vehicle speed • It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the Uconnect® Phonebook. • Low road noise • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect® Phone Lo- • Smooth road surface cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the •...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Far End Audio Performance • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Audio quality is maximized under: Recent Calls • Low-To-Medium Blower Setting If your phone supports “Automatic Phonebook Down- •...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say To send a message, push the button while the “SMS Read” or “Read Messages.” system is listing the message and say “Send.” • Uconnect® Phone will play the new text message for Uconnect®...
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 10. Thanks Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop 11. See you in 15 minutes the system from announcing the new incoming messages. 12. I am on my way •...
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 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 146 144 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 147: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 General Information VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Command System Operation RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: The Uconnect®...
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pushing 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 Any voice commanded system should be used only add or change commands.
Page 149: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 To hear the first available Menu, push the Voice Com- Main Menu mand button and say “Help” or “Main Menu.” Start a dialogue by pushing the Voice Command button. You may say “Main Menu” to switch to Commands the main menu.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Radio AM • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM.” In • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) this mode, you may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Disc Mode • “Previous Track” (to play the previous track) To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc.” In this mode, you • “Play” (to play an Artist Name, Playlist Name, Album may say the following commands: Name, Track Name, etc.) •...
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo Mode – “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.” In – “Delete” (to delete a memo) this mode, you may say the following commands: –...
Page 153: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • “Tutorial” parked, engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off. This procedure may be re- • “Voice Training” peated with a new user. The system will adapt to the NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to push the Voice last trained voice only.
Page 154: Front Seat Adjustment
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 155: Manual Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped WARNING! The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. the ratcheting handle, located on the outboard side of the Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of seat.
Page 156: Front Seatback Recline
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Seatback Recline WARNING! Lean forward before lifting the handle, then lean back to Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the the desired position and release the handle. Lift the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 157: Front Passenger Easy Entry Seat - Two-Door Models
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Front Passenger Easy Entry Seat — Two-Door Models Pull upward on the recline lever (toward the rear of the vehicle) and slide the entire seat forward. Easy Entry Seat To return the seat to a sitting position, rotate the seatback upright until it locks and push the seat rearward until the track locks.
Page 158: Tip N' Slide™ Seats - Two-Door Models
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The front passenger seats have a track memory, which returns the seat to just past the halfway point of the track regardless of its original position. • The recliner and easy entry levers should not be used during the automatic returning of the seat to its sitting position.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Pull upward on the recline lever and slide the entire seat forward (Easy Entry). Tip n’ Slide™ Passenger Seat Easy Entry Lever In addition to Easy Entry, the front passenger seat is also With the seat forward, pull the entire seat assembly equipped with Tip n’...
Page 160: Heated Seats - If Equipped
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE controls for each seat are located on a switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument panel. You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use.
Page 161: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 two to one, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting WARNING! (Continued) will turn OFF automatically after approximately 30 min- • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that utes. insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. NOTE: When a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt This may cause the seat heater to overheat.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- pying a seat. Head restraints should never be ad- justed while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Page 163: Fold And Tumble Rear Seat - Two-Door Models
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 “Occupant Restraints” in “Things to Know Before Start- 1. Lift the seatback release lever and fold the seatback ing Your Vehicle” for information on child seat tether forward. routing. Rear Head Restraints — 4 Door Model The rear seat is equipped with nonadjustable head re- straints.
Page 164: Removing The Rear Seat - Two-Door Models
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Removing The Rear Seat — Two-Door Models WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 165: Replacing The Rear Seat - Two-Door Models
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 2. Press down on the release bar on each side, and pull Replacing The Rear Seat — Two-Door Models the seat out and away from the lower bracket. Reverse the steps for removing the seat. 3.
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and To Fold Down The Rear Seat positioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold Locate the release lever (upper outboard side of seat), and down easily.
Page 167: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 To Raise The Rear Seat TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Raise the seatback and lock it into place. If interference Release both the hood latches. from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position.
Page 168: Lights
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE to push down slightly on the hood before pushing the LIGHTS safety latch. Insert the support rod into the slot on the Multifunction Lever hood. The multifunction lever controls the operation of the To close the hood, remove the support rod from the hood parking lights, headlights, headlight beam selection, panel and place it in the retaining clip.
Page 169: Headlights And Parking Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Headlights And Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent for parking light operation. Turn to the second detent for headlight operation. Multifunction Lever Headlight Switch I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 170: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, turn the end of the multifunction lever to the AUTO position (third detent).
Page 171: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 172: High/Low Beam Switch
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the parking High/Low Beam Switch lights or the headlights on low beam. Selecting high Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch beam headlights will turn off the fog lights. the headlights to high beam.
Page 173: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The headlights come on at a low intensity level when shifted into any position other than PARK (auto trans- mission) or when the vehicle begins to move (manual transmission).
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy/Reading Lights Two courtesy/reading lights are located in the bottom of the rearview mirror. You can turn these lights on and off from the switches in the mirror or from the dimmer control in the multifunction lever. These lights are also controlled automatically by the Illuminated Entry Sys- tem.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Cargo Lamp The courtesy and dome lights will turn on when the front doors are opened, by rotating the control for the dimmer switch on the multifunction lever fully upward, or if equipped, when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 176: Windshield Wipers And Washers
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located at the end of the lever.
Page 177: Windshield Wiper Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper opera- tion. Rotate the end of the lever upward to the third detent past the intermittent settings for high-speed wiper operation.
Page 178: Intermittent Wiper System
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted.
Page 179: Windshield Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Windshield Washers Mist Feature To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold Push down on the wiper lever to activate a single wipe to while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
Page 180: Tilt Steering Column
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired. Pull upwards on the lever to lock the column firmly in place. Mist Control TILT STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column...
Page 181: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 182: To Activate
180 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 183: To Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen To Deactivate speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the U.S.
Page 184: To Accelerate For Passing
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Decrease Speed • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released, then When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de- the new set speed will be established.
Page 185: Electrical Power Outlet
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and have an accident. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE A second power outlet is located inside the center console On vehicles equipped with a rear subwoofer, there is a and is powered directly from the vehicle battery. third power outlet located in the right rear cargo area. CAUTION! •...
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 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 188: Power Inverter - If Equipped
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in sory bracket from the plug.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter manually push the power inverter button OFF and ON. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. The power inverter switch is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls.
Page 190: Cupholders
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS WARNING! Front Cupholders To avoid serious injury or death: The front cupholders are located in the center console. • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 191: Rear Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Rear Cupholders STORAGE The rear cupholders are located on the back of the center Glove Compartment console. The lockable glove compartment is located on the pas- senger side of the lower instrument panel. Pull outward on the handle/latch to open the glove compartment.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Center Console Center Console Lid Storage There is an extra storage area underneath the console lid. The console lid has an integrated paper clip feature that can hold small items. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 193: Rear Storage Compartment - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Rear Storage Compartment — If Equipped The rear cargo area storage compartment cover is held by a spring-loaded latch. In order to remove the rear storage compartment cover, use the following procedure: NOTE: The rear storage compartment latch should not be used as cargo tie-down.
Page 194: Dual Top - Two-Door Models - If Equipped
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DUAL TOP — TWO-DOOR MODELS — IF Removing The Soft Top — Two-Door Models EQUIPPED 1. Locate and remove the two boxes that contain the If your vehicle is equipped with a Dual Top, you must following items: remove one of the tops from the vehicle.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 4. Disconnect the knuckles from the left and right metal 5. Unzip the zipper on the sport bar cover to expose the pivot brackets. Remove the soft top from the vehicle pivot brackets. Remove the brackets using a #T30 Torx® and store in a clean, dry location.
Page 196: Installing The Soft Top - Two-Door Models
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. If the soft top has been removed, follow these steps to Installing The Soft Top — Two-Door Models reinstall the soft top. If the soft top is on the vehicle, NOTE: The following procedures are for first time set up proceed to step #5.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 CAUTION! Do not overtighten the screws. You can strip the screws if they are overtightened. 5. Remove the swing gate bar (black metal bar for bottom of rear window) and set aside. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 198: Dual Top - Four-Door Models - If Equipped
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Be sure the wire harness in the left rear corner is mandatory to prevent any possible wear and tear on the not tangled in the soft top bows before you lift the top. soft top.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 3. Ensure the tether strap is secure to the pivot bracket. Unbutton the side bow tether strap (both sides). 5. The tether strap must be hooked onto the pivot bracket prior to removal of soft top from vehicle (both sides).
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Remove the soft top bow assembly pivot bracket bolts 8. Remove the soft top from the vehicle and store in a (two per side) from the sport bar using a 10.0 mm clean, dry location (another person may be needed to wrench or socket driver.
Page 201: Installing The Soft Top - Four-Door Models
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Installing The Soft Top — Four-Door Models NOTE: The following procedures are for first time set up only. For future soft top procedures, refer to “Soft Top” in this section. 1. Locate and remove the following items prior to hard top removal: •...
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Install the soft top with the pivot brackets above the sport bar brackets, lower the soft top into the sport bar bracket slots in a downward motion to lock tab on soft top.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 CAUTION! Do not overtighten the screws. You can strip the screws if they are overtightened. 7. Remove the tether strap from the pivot bracket. 6. Install the pivot bracket bolts back into place using a 10.0 mm wrench or socket driver.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 8. Using the plastic reinforcement as a handle remove the tether strap from the bracket hook by sliding strap up off hook and slide down the side bow (both sides). 10. Remove the swing gate bar (black metal bar for bottom of rear window) and set aside.
Page 205: Freedom Top™ Three-Piece Modular Hard Top - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 11. Unsnap and remove the black boot cover. This cover FREEDOM TOP™ THREE-PIECE MODULAR should be discarded. It was intended as a protective HARD TOP — IF EQUIPPED cover for shipping only. CAUTION! NOTE: A visual instruction sheet is enclosed in the dual top wrap.
Page 206: Front Panel(S) Removal
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Panel(s) Removal CAUTION! NOTE: Left panel must be removed before removing Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior right panel. water damage, stains or mildew: 1. Fold down the sun visor, and move it to the side. •...
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 3. Turn the center L-shaped locks (two) from the center 4. Turn the rear L-shaped lock (located above the shoul- of the roof panel. der belt anchorage). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Unlatch the header panel latch located at the top of the 6. Remove the left-hand panel. windshield. To remove the right panel, follow the steps above except for Step 3. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 209: Freedom Top™ Storage Bag
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Freedom Top™ Storage Bag Vehicles equipped with a Freedom Top™ Modular Hard Top, come with a Freedom Top™ storage bag that allows you to store your Freedom Top™ panels. The storage bag contains two compartments and fits behind the rear seat. Lay the Freedom bag down so the loops and hooks are facing downward.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Insert the left-side Freedom panel into the bag with the Unfold the outer flap and zip the Freedom bag closed. latches facing upward. NOTE: Ensure the front Freedom panel latch is closed prior to inserting the panel into the bag. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Install the seat attachment strap (at the top of the bag) Lift the Freedom bag into the vehicle with the hooks and through the loops. straps facing the back of the rear seat. Attach the clips at the bottom of the bag to the child restraint anchorages, located at the base of the rear seat.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Wrap the upper strap around the rear head restraints and loop the strap through the buckle. Pull on the strap to tighten the Freedom bag securely against the rear seat. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 213: Front Panel(S) Installation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Front Panel(s) Installation NOTE: Set the panels on the windshield frame so that there is no overhang. Also, make sure that the panels are sitting flush with the body. 1. Install the right panel first, then the left panel. 2.
Page 214: Rear Hard Top Removal
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Hard Top Removal 1. Remove both front panels. Refer to “Front Panel(s) Removal” in this section. 2. Open both doors. 3. Remove the two Torx® head screws that secure the hard top at the B-pillar (near the top of the door) using a #40 Torx®...
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 Wire Harness Connector Red Locking Tab 7. Release the red locking tab by pulling outward to the 8. To remove the wiring harness press the tab and pull right. downward to disconnect. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press Tab To Disconnect Pinch Grip On Hose 9. To remove the washer hose, pinch the grips on hose 10. Close the swing gate. connector and pull downward. 11. Remove the hard top from the vehicle. Place the hard top on a soft surface to prevent damage.
Page 217: Rear Hard Top Installation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 NOTE: CAUTION! • The Torx® fasteners that attach the hard top to the The removal of the Freedom Top™ requires four body should be torqued to 88 in lb +/- 22 in lb adults located on each corner.
Page 218: Door Frame Removal
216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Door Frame Removal CAUTION! (Continued) 1. Unscrew and remove the door frame attachment • Careless handling and storage of the removable knobs (two per door). door frame(s) may damage the seals, causing water to leak into the vehicle’s interior.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 WARNING! Use both hands to remove the door frames. The door frames will fold and could cause injury if both hands are not used. 2. Place one hand on the upper rear and one hand on the front of the door frame.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the door frame(s) removed as you will lose the protec- tion that they can provide. This procedure is fur- nished for use during off-road operation only. •...
Page 221: Door Frame Installation - Two-Door Models - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 3. After the door frame pin has been set into the body Door Frame Installation — Two-Door Models — If side hole, carefully set the front of the door frame into Equipped the rubber seal at the top of the windshield. 1.
Page 222: Door Frame Installation - Four-Door Models - If Equipped
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Starting with the front knob, screw in and tighten both Door Frame Installation — Four-Door Models — If knobs. Repeat on the other side. Equipped 1. Install the rear door frame first. 2.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 3. Position the top of the door frame against the metal 4. Loosely install the rear knob (long knob) to hold the sport bar and press onto the side bar making sure not door rail in position.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7. Position the rear of the front door frame to lay on top 8. Loosely install both knobs beginning with the front of the front of the rear door frame. Ensure the seals are knob (long knob).
Page 225: Soft Top - Two-Door Models
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the top SOFT TOP — TWO-DOOR MODELS fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and Please visit the owners manual on your DVD for the top can then be installed.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Refer to “Appearance Care For Fabric Top Models” • The fabric upper doors and fabric top are designed in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa- only for protection against the elements. Do not tion.
Page 227: Quick Steps To Lowering The Soft Top
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Quick Steps To Lowering The Soft Top CAUTION! (Continued) Refer to “Lowering The Soft Top” in this section for • Careless handling and storage of the soft top may further information. damage the seals, causing water to leak into the vehicle’s interior.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the back window. 3. Release header latches from the windshield frame. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 4. Release the sail panel retainers from the body side 5. Make sure the plastic sleeves are slid rearward over channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. the Sunrider® link to lock in the link (Sunrider® Models only).
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. As you begin to lower the top, fold the sail panels so 7. Release the Sunrider® latch (both sides). that they rest on top of the soft top. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 231: Quick Steps To Raising The Soft Top
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 8. Open the swing gate and lower the top. Quick Steps To Raising The Soft Top Refer to “Raising The Soft Top” in this section for further NOTE: Ensure fabric does not overhang the sides of the information.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Engage header latches. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 3. Install rear corner panels. 4. Install the back window. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Install the side windows. 7. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and 6. To install the side windows, affix the window tempo- properly positioned on the door frame.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 8. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by closing the zipper completely and attaching the Vel- cro®...
Page 236: Lowering The Soft Top
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lowering The Soft Top 1 — Header Bow 6 — Quarter Window 2 — 2–Bow 7 — Check Strap 3 — 3–Bow 8 — Front Retainer — Quarter Window 4 — Sail Panel 9 —...
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 1 — Zipper Start 2 — Zipper Finish 3 — Swing Gate Bar 4 — Swing Gate Brackets 5 — Sail Panels I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Clean side and rear windows before removal to 3. Release the header latches and leave the hooks in the assist in preventing scratching during removal of the soft loops on the windshield. top.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 4. Open the swing gate. top and down to the left lower corner. Zipper pulls will stay on the rear window. Pull down on the rear 5. Before unzipping the rear window, release the first 3 in window to disengage it from the zipper on the top (7.6 cm) of both sail panels from the channel.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Remove the rear window retainer from the swing gate 9. Beginning from the rear lower corner, completely bracket on both the left and right sides. unzip the window. 7. Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratching. 10.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 11. Finish releasing the sail panel retainers from the body 12. As you begin to lower the top, fold the sail panels so side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. that they rest on top of the soft top. NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 13. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removed 14. Completely release the latches from the loops on the unless the hard top is being installed. To remove the windshield frame. If your vehicle is not equipped swing gate brackets, pull the front of the bracket with the Sunrider®...
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 15. Make sure the plastic sleeves are slid rearward over 16. Unlatch the side bows from both door rails (Sun- the Sunrider® link to lock in the link (Sunrider® rider® Models only). Models only). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 17. Before lowering the top, open the swing gate to prevent possible damage to the rear center high- mounted brake light. Move to the front of the vehicle. Grasp the side bow behind the header and lift the top, folding it toward the rear of the vehicle.
Page 245: Raising The Soft Top
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 18. Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the Raising The Soft Top bows and as far inward as possible. This will keep 1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. any portion of the top from flapping outside of the vehicle.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Standing on the side of the vehicle, lift the top by the 5. Make sure the Sunrider® bracket on the side bows side bow and the 2–bow (middle bow) up and over the latches to the door rails (Sunrider®...
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 6. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each 7. If the swing gate brackets were removed, install them side onto the windshield loops (do not close the by hooking the rear edge of the bracket on the interior latches).
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 8. Move to the rear of the vehicle and gently pull the sail 9. Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body panels over the rear roof bow. side channel, leaving the last 3 in (7.6 cm) toward the rear window loose (on both sides).
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 10. To install the side windows, affix the window tempo- 11. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door rarily by attaching to the Velcro® in the rear corner. channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and Start the zipper but close only about 1 in (2.5 cm).
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 12. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by closing the zipper completely and attaching the Velcro®...
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 13. Locate the black swing gate bar. Slide the swing gate bar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rear window. The spongy part of the seal should be down and pointed outward to seal with the swing gate when closed.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 14. Install the rear window by starting both zipper ends at the lower left corner of the rear window opening. Ensure that the zippers are properly started and aligned before zipping to prevent damage. 15.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 16. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the 17. Insert the rear window retainer into the swing gate swing gate brackets. bracket on both the left and right sides. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 254: Sunrider® (Two-Door Models)
252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 18. Apply downward pressure on the top corner of the SUNRIDER® (TWO-DOOR MODELS) rear soft top bow (3–bow), then complete attaching the sail panel retainers into the body side channel. CAUTION! 19. Close the header latches and return the sun visors to Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a their secured position.
Page 255: Opening The Sunrider
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 3. Make sure to slide the plastic sleeves forward to Opening The Sunrider® unlock the Sunrider® links. 1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 2. Release the header latches from the loops on the windshield frame.
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure the 5. Locate the straps to secure the side bows. Wrap the material is folded back as shown. straps around the bows as shown. Repeat on the other side.
Page 257: Closing The Sunrider
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 Closing The Sunrider® SOFT TOP — FOUR-DOOR MODELS Please visit the owners manual on your DVD for 1. Remove the straps from the side bows. instructional videos. 2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. CAUTION! 3.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the top CAUTION! (Continued) fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and • Do not lower the top with the windows installed. the top can then be snapped into place.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 WARNING! CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior • Do not drive the vehicle with the rear window water damage, stains or mildew on the top material: curtain up unless the side curtains are also open. Dangerous exhaust gases which can kill could •...
Page 260: Quick Steps For Lowering The Soft Top
258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Do not remove any of the three attachment Quick Steps For Lowering The Soft Top knobs unless you are planning on installing the hard top. 1. Remove the side windows. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 2. Remove the back window. 3. Release header latches from the windshield frame. NOTE: Start zipper from the right side to remove back window. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Release the sail panel retainers from the body side 5. Fold the sail panels so that they rest on top of the soft channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. top. NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 6. Fold header rearward, pulling the fabric to the rear. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7. Release Sunrider® latch (both sides). 8. Open the swing gate and lower the top. NOTE: Ensure the fabric does not overhang the sides of the vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 265: Quick Steps For Raising The Soft Top
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Quick Steps For Raising The Soft Top 1. Open the swing gate and raise the top, engaging the Sunrider® latches (another person may be needed to help with this operation). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Install rear corner panels. 3. Rotate the header forward. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 4. Engage the header latches. 5. Install the back window. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Install the side windows. 7. To install the side windows, affix the window tempo- rarily by attaching to the Velcro® in the rear corner. Start the zipper but close only about 1 in (2.5 cm). 8.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 properly positioned on the door frame. Failure to do so 9. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the window.
Page 270: Folding Down The Soft Top
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Down The Soft Top 1 — Header Bow 6 — Body Side Retainer 2 — 2–Bow 7 — Quarter Window 3 — 3–Bow 8 — Check Strap 4 — 4–Bow 9 — Front Retainer — Quarter Window 5 —...
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 1 — Zipper Start 2 — Zipper Finish 3 — Swing Gate Bar 4 — Swing Gate Brackets 5 — Sail Panels I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Clean side and rear windows before removal to 3. Release the header latches and hooks from the loops assist in preventing scratching during removal of the soft on the windshield frame. top. If zippers are difficult to operate due to road dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a small brush.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 4. Open the swing gate. top and down to the left lower corner. Zipper pulls will stay on the rear window. Pull down on the rear 5. Before unzipping the rear window, release the first 3 in window to disengage it from the zipper on the top (7.6 cm) of both sail panels from the channel.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Remove the rear window retainer from the swing gate 9. Beginning from the rear lower corner, completely bracket on both the left and right sides. unzip the window. 7. Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratching. 10.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 11. Finish releasing the sail panel retainers from the body 12. Fold the sail panels so that they rest on top of the soft side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. top.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 13. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removed 14. Grasp the front side bow behind the header, and lift unless the hard top is being installed. To remove the the top. swing gate brackets, pull the front of the bracket forward while rolling the entire bracket back in toward the vehicle to disengage.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 15. Fold back the front section of the top, pulling the 16. Fold the top so that the material forms a W as fabric rearward. Gently rest the header on top of the shown.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 17. Release the side bows by pressing down on the latch 18. Before lowering the top, open the swing gate to above the front of the rear door. Push the top prevent possible damage to the rear center high- rearward to disengage.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 19. Gently slide the side bows off the door frame track 20. Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the and lower the top down into the vehicle. bows as far inside as possible. This will keep any portion of the top from flapping outside of the NOTE: Help from another person will ease this opera- vehicle.
Page 280: Putting Up The Soft Top
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Putting Up The Soft Top NOTE: Be extremely careful when putting up the soft top to prevent the doors from getting scratched. It may be helpful to open the rear doors. 1. Install the door frames, if removed. Refer to “Door Frame”...
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 4. Grasp the folded side bows and lift to the top of the 5. Insert the slider feature of the knuckles into the door rear door frames. frame tracks and slide the top forward. NOTE: Help from another person will ease this opera- tion.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Ensure that the top locks into the Sunrider® locking 7. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. mechanisms that are located above the front of the rear 8. Standing on the side of the vehicle, lift the top by the doors.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 9. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each 10. If the swing gate brackets were removed, install them side onto the windshield loops (do not close the by hooking the rear edge of the bracket on the latches).
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 11. Ensure that the straps are positioned correctly before Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body side pulling the sail panels over the rear roof bow (4– channel, leaving the last 3 in (7.6 cm) toward the rear bow).
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 12. To install the side windows, affix the window tem- 13. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door porarily by attaching it to the Velcro® in the upper channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and rear corner.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 14. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by closing the zipper completely and attaching the Velcro®...
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 15. Locate the black swing gate bar. Slide the swing gate bar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rear window. The spongy part of the seal should be down and pointed outward to seal with the swing gate when closed.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 16. Install the rear window by starting both zipper ends 18. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the at the lower left corner of the rear window opening. swing gate brackets. Ensure that the zippers are properly started and aligned before zipping to prevent damage.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 19. Insert the rear window retainer into the swing gate 21. Close the header latches and return the sun visors to bracket on both the left and right sides. their secured position. 20. Complete the installation of the sail panel by insert- ing the rest of the retainer into the body channel.
Page 290: Sunrider® (Four-Door Models)
288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SUNRIDER® (FOUR-DOOR MODELS) Opening The Sunrider® 1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. CAUTION! 2. Release the header latches from the loops on the Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a windshield frame.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 3. Grasp the front side bow behind the header, and lift 4. Fold back the front section of the top and gently rest the top. the header on top of the rear portion of the deck. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Fold the top so that the material forms a W as shown. 6. Secure the top by using the two provided straps. Each Enter the vehicle and move the material into two folds. strap will wrap around the side bow and Velcro®...
Page 293: Closing The Sunrider
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 remove the side bars and fold down the windshield, Closing The Sunrider® drive slowly and cautiously. It is recommended that the Perform the above steps in the opposite order. speed of the vehicle be limited to 10 mph (16 km/h), with NOTE: Failure to fold the fabric rearward will allow the low range operation preferred if you are driving off-road material to sag and may block the rearview mirror.
Page 294: Lowering The Windshield And Removing
292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • If you remove the doors, store them outside the Carefully follow these warnings to help protect vehicle. In the event of an accident, a loose door against personal injury: may cause personal injury.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 2. Remove the two top hex bolts (13 mm), and the one 3. Remove the sun visor. side hex bolt (13 mm) visible through the trim (Do not 4. Remove the A-pillar cap. remove plastic corner trim, sun visor bolts, or sport bar covering).
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 8. Remove the side bar assembly, and reattach the sport bar Velcro® covering. 9. To safely store the side bars in your vehicle, use four cinch straps (available from your authorized dealer). Attach the straps through the slots located on the floor behind the folded rear seat at the front of the storage bin cover.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 10. Remove the windshield wiper arms by first pulling the wiper away from the windshield and out to the “lock” position. Unsnap the wiper arm nut caps, and remove the retaining nuts. Lift the wiper arms off and store them in the center console or securely behind the rear seat.
Page 298: Raising The Windshield And Replacing Side Bars
296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the front of the side bar to the windshield Raising The Windshield And Replacing Side Bars frame. 1. Raise the windshield. • Install the top two hex bolts (13 mm) first, then the 2.
Page 299: Rear Window Features - Hard Top Only
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 5. Install the lower windshield plates with the six black REAR WINDOW FEATURES — HARD TOP ONLY round-headed Torx® head screws (using a #40 Torx® Rear Window Wiper/Washer — If Equipped head driver) on each side of the base of the wind- A rotary switch on the center portion of the control lever shield.
Page 300: Rear Window Defroster - If Equipped
298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the switch upward to the first detent Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped position for rear wiper operation. Rotate the switch upward past the first detent The rear window defroster button is located on to activate the rear washer.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements.
Page 302 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 303: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..304 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays ......330 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Advanced EVIC Messages (Customer Information ▫ INFO Button — DISC Mode For MP3/WMA Features)......337 Play .
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO ..372 ▫ Play Mode ......390 ▫...
Page 306: Instrument Panel Features
304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — Climate Controls 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet 3 — Radio 9 — Lower Switch Bank 4 — Assist Handle 10 — Power Mirror Switch — If Equipped 5 —...
Page 307: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 308: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 7. Seat Belt Reminder Light 9. Oil Pressure Warning Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight light should turn on momentarily when the engine is seconds as a bulb check.
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light remains on when the parking brake has been NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake tions.
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by or park lights are left on, the high beam indicator light turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the will remain illuminated and a chime will sound. ON/RUN position.
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13. Air Bag Warning Light CAUTION! This light will turn on for four to eight seconds Do not operate the engine with the tachometer as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first pointer in the red area. Engine damage will occur. turned to ON/RUN.
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert WARNING! (Continued) serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle drive slowly or park over flammable substances such should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs.
Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: As the coolant temperature gauge approaches 20. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped H, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- sound. Further overheating will cause the temperature mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security gauge to pass H.
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle”. Follow the warnings under the Cooling Driving with a hot engine cooling system could System Pressure Cap paragraph. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle 22.
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 24. Gear Shift Indicator U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the This indicator will illuminate when a manual correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. If your shift is needed either up or down.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Vehicle Odometer Messages NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with the optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the in- When the appropriate conditions exist, the following strument cluster, all the messages will only be displayed odometer messages will display: in the EVIC display.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL occur when operating the vehicle in a high torque WARNING! converter slip condition, such as 4-wheel drive operation (e.g., snow plowing, off-road operation). If this “HOT- If the Transmission Temperature “HOTOIL” Warn- OIL” message turns on, stop the vehicle and run the ing message is illuminated and you continue operat- engine at idle or faster with the transmission in NEU- ing the vehicle, in some circumstances you could...
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 noFUSE Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and Ignition Off Draw (IOD) fuse is improperly installed, or release the Trip Odometer button on the instrument damaged, a “noFUSE”...
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Hill Decent Indicator placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the This indicator shows when the Hill Descent vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should Control (HDC) feature is turned on.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS to continue to function properly. low tire pressure telltale. CAUTION! Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not...
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 29. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ NOTE: Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned Light”...
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 31. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light 32. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- problem is detected while the engine is run- trol (ESC) is off.
Page 324: Compass And Trip Computer - If Equipped
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPASS AND TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED The Compass/Trip Computer features a driver- interactive display (displays information on outside tem- perature, compass direction, and trip information). It is located on the lower left part of the cluster below the speedometer.
Page 325: Control Buttons
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 NOTE: The system will display the last known outside Control Buttons temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to The Compass/Temperature control buttons are located be driven several minutes before the updated tempera- on the left spoke of the steering wheel. ture is displayed.
Page 326: Compass/Temperature Display
324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass/Temperature Display NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with a Chrysler Uconnect® gps (Navigation Radio), the NAV system will provide the compass direction, and the variance and calibration menus will be unavailable. The compass will perform accurately, based on GPS signals instead of the Earth’s magnetic field.
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 To Set The Variance 2. Press and hold the RESET button (for approximately 10 seconds) until the current variance zone number is Start the engine and leave the transmission gear selector displayed. lever in the PARK position. Press and hold the RESET button on the steering wheel (for approximately ten 3.
Page 328: Trip Conditions
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Magnetic materials should be kept away from the top • Elapsed Time of the center of the instrument panel. This is where the Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. compass sensor is located.
Page 329: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for trip B since the last reset. ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped The ECO indicator will illuminate when you are driving in a fuel efficient manner and can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Outside Temperature (°F or °C) • Digital Speedometer • Vehicle Info • ECO Display • Fuel Economy • Miles/kilometers To Empty • Timer • Display Units Selection Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) • System Warnings (Door Ajar, etc.) This system conveniently allows the driver to select a •...
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 The system allows the driver to select information by • MENU Button pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering Push and release the MENU button to advance wheel: the display to each of the EVIC Main Menu features or to return to the Main Menu from a sub-menu.
Page 332: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • SELECT Button • Service TPM System (refer to Tire Pressure Monitor- ing System in Starting and Operating ) Push and release the SELECT button when prompted by the EVIC to Reset Main Menu • Premium TPM System Graphic Display features with a reset capability or to change •...
Page 333: Oil Change Required
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • Personal Settings Not Avail. – Vehicle in Motion — next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change manual transmission indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon •...
Page 334: Evic Main Menu
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you • Oil Pressure start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not • Transmission Temp reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. • Oil Life Remaining (Automatic Oil Change Indicator) EVIC Main Menu •...
Page 335: Compass, Outside Temperature Display / Eco (Fuel Saver Mode) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 After three seconds without pushing SELECT, RESET ECO (Fuel Saver Mode) — If Equipped ALL will return to RESET and only the selected feature The ECO message will display below the outside tem- will have been reset. perature in the EVIC display (if the audio system is on the ECO indicator will override the audio information Compass, Outside Temperature Display / ECO...
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL metallic objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in 3. Push the DOWN button until “Calibrate Compass” the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function displays in the EVIC. normally. 4. Push and release the SELECT button to start the NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and calibration.
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from To Change The Compass Variance: the top of the instrument panel; this is where the compass 1. Turn the ignition switch RUN (it is not necessary to sensor is located.
Page 338: Average Fuel Economy
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) Average Fuel Economy estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. to a text display of LOW FUEL”. This display will Average Fuel Economy can be reset by pushing and continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel.
Page 339: Evic Units Selection (Units In Display)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 reset all digits will change to zeros and time will start • Coolant Temperature incrementing again if the ignition switch is in RUN or Shows the actual coolant temperature. START. • Oil Pressure EVIC Units Selection (UNITS IN Display) Shows the actual oil pressure.
Page 340: Features)
338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the DOWN button when SYSTEM WARNINGS PRES- functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Press ENT is displayed will display each stored warning for the SELECT button while in this display to select English, each button push. Push and release the MENU button to Espanol or Francais.
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 RKE Unlock Flash Lamp with Lock When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s When on is selected, the front and rear turn signals will door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headlamps with Wipers (Available with Auto after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Headlights Only) Opening either front vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make your selection, press and release the SELECT When on is selected, and the headlight switch is in the button until “Off,”...
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 Display Units In information will display in the audio information/ECO line of the display when the audio system is on. To make The EVIC can be changed between English and Metric your selection, press and release the SELECT button until units of measure.
Page 344: Uconnect® 230 - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer
342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 230 – AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND Operating Instructions — Radio Mode 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio.
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With Push and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Uconnect Phone” message will display on the radio listenable station in AM/FM mode.
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock Setting Procedure INFO Button Push the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call 1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text 2.
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the MUSIC TYPE Button mid-range tones.
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16-Digit Character 16-Digit Character Program Type Program Type Display Display Classical Classicl Religious Talk Rel Talk Classic Rock Cls Rock Rock Rock College College Soft Soft Country Country Soft Rock Soft Rck Foreign Language Language Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R &...
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type • DISC Play/Pause — (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be You can toggle between playing the DVD and exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. pausing the DVD by pushing the SELECT SETUP Button button (if equipped).
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: • Player Defaults — Selecting this item will allow the user to scroll through the following items and set • The available selections for each of the above entries defaults according to customer preference. varies depending upon the disc.
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 Subtitle Language — If Equipped Aspect Ratio — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default subtitle Selecting this item allows you to choose between wide language (effective only if the language is supported by screen, pan scan, and letter box.
Page 352: Operation Instructions - Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd - Video
350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, push the SET button. The Buttons 1 - 6 symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 to an authorized dealer to change the region code of the Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc player a maximum of five times. is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is reading the disc.
Page 354: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push and hold the EJECT button for five seconds and all TIME Button (CD MODE) CDs will be ejected from the radio. Push this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF.
Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 Supported Media (Disc Types) • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- The MP3/WMA file recording media supported by the character extension) radio are CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3,WMA, DVD Video, •...
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3/WMA File Formats MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) Specification quency (kHz) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3/WMA extension as MP3/WMA files. Non-MP3/WMA files MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, named with the *.MP3/WMA extension may cause play- Layer 3 192, 160, 128,...
Page 357: List Button - Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended supported. to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Playback Of MP3/WMA Files before writing to the disc.
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the INFO button once more to return to elapsed NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the time priority mode. device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the Push and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume and radio will display song titles for each file.
Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Dolby® Push the TIME button to change the display from elapsed Manufactured under license from Dolby® Laboratories. playing time to time of day. The time of day will display Dolby® and the double-D symbol are trademarks of for five seconds.
Page 360: Uconnect® (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL visit the Sirius web site at www.siriusxm.com, or at Uconnect® (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped www.siriusxm.ca for Canadian residents. Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification coast.
Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number Reception Quality display will time out in two minutes. Push any button on Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the the radio to exit this screen. following reasons: Selecting Uconnect®...
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons additional three seconds will make the radio display the Song Title all of the time (push and hold again to return Push and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next to normal display). listenable station in AM/FM mode.
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory type. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, push the SET button. The By pushing the SEEK button when the Music Type symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 364: Uconnect® 730N/430/430N Cd/Dvd/Hdd/Nav
362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding Uconnect® 130 button number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations). Uconnect®...
Page 365: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 SEEK Buttons Operating Instructions — Radio Mode Push and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or listenable station in AM/FM mode. Push the right switch ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. After adjusting the hours, push the right side TUNE/ Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS will begin to blink. will display.
Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time SET/RND button, the station will continue to play but and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control will not be stored into pushbutton memory. knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between You may add a second station to each pushbutton by the front and rear speakers.
Page 368: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DISC Button radio display. If a CD does not go into the slot more than 1.0 in (2.5 cm), a disc may already be loaded and must be Pushing the DISC button will allow you to switch from ejected before a new disc can be loaded.
Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on CAUTION! (Continued) convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). • The Uconnect® 130 is a single CD player. Do not SEEK Button attempt to insert a second CD if one is already loaded.
Page 370: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Push and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 player will begin to fast forward until FF is released, or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multi-session disc formats are supported by the radio. Multi-session discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after •...
Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback Of MP3 Files MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more...
Page 373: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a device’s volume set to proper level. If the AUX audio is single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once”...
Page 374: Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio
372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio.
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With Push and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Uconnect Phone” message will display on the radio listenable station in AM/FM mode.
Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock Setting Procedure starting at step 2. For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio, push the SETUP button and then follow the above 1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. procedure, starting at step 2. 2.
Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between will display.
Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following 16-Digit Character Program Type format types: Display Oldies Oldies 16-Digit Character Program Type Personality Persnlty Display Public Public No program type or un- None defined Rhythm and Blues R &...
Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 By pushing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL con- displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency trol knob. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 380: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and MP3 Audio Play SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM NOTE: and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio CAUTION! (Continued) ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and • Dual-media disc types (one side is a DVD, the begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 382: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button AM/FM Button Push the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Push the button to select either AM or FM mode. CD. Push the left SEEK button to return to the beginning SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the Push this button while the CD is playing to activate...
Page 383 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 Supported Media (Disc Types) display the file name and folder name, and will assign a number instead. With a maximum number of files, The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.
Page 384 382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) Specification quency (kHz) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 385: List Button - Cd Mode For Mp3 Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 Playback Of MP3 Files To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option radio checks all files on the medium.
Page 386: Info Button - Cd Mode For Mp3 Play
384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pushing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- INFO Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play iary device if the AUX jack is connected. Pushing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Name, and Folder Name (if available).
Page 387 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification dren, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios. Number (ESN/SID) Please have the following information available when NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has calling: limited coverage in Alaska.
Page 388 386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting Uconnect® (Satellite) Mode • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes. Push the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio •...
Page 389 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 SCAN Button TUNE Control (Rotary) Pushing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con- to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel. tinuing to the next.
Page 390 388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Push Pushing the SETUP button allows you to select the the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display following items: window.
Page 391: Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Connecting The iPod® Or External USB Device This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be Use the connection cable to connect an iPod® or external plugged into the USB port, located in the center console. USB device to the vehicles USB/AUX connector port which is located in the center console.
Page 392: Using This Feature
390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL external USB device may take a few minutes to connect), • The audio device can be controlled using the radio the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod® contents. pushing radio switches, as described below.
Page 393 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 mode. In Play mode, the following buttons on the radio • A single push backward << RW or forward FF>> will faceplate may be used to control the iPod® or external jump backward or forward respectively, for five sec- USB device and display data: onds.
Page 394: List Or Browse Mode
392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Push the SCAN button to use iPod®/USB/MP3 de- List Or Browse Mode vice scan mode, which will play the first ten seconds of During Play mode, pushing any of the buttons described each track in the current list and then forward to the below, will bring up List mode.
Page 395 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 During all List modes, the iPod® displays all lists in To exit List mode without selecting a track, push the “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom of same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode. the list, just turn the wheel backward (counterclockwise) LIST button: The LIST button will display the top level to get to the track faster.
Page 396: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (Btsa)
394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (BTSA) CAUTION! Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the • Leaving the iPod® or external USB device (or any Uconnect® phone system. supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in ex- Refer to the Uconnect®...
Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 Play Mode Next Track When switched to BTSA mode, some audio devices can Use the SEEK UP button, or push the VR button on the start playing music over the vehicle’s audio system, but radio and say “Next Track,” to jump to the next music some devices require the music to be initiated on the track on your cellular phone.
Page 398: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS push-button in the center and controls the volume and The remote sound system controls are located on the rear mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of the rocker surface of the steering wheel.
Page 399: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 multiple-disc CD player is equipped on the vehicle, the Radio Operation center button will select the next available CD in the Pushing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next player. listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch will “Seek”...
Page 400: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. Regulatory And Safety Information USA/CANADA 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high. Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular The radiated output power of the internal wireless radio disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coat- is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Page 401 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 The radio manufacturer believes the internal wireless suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouil- radio is safe for use by consumers. The level of energy lage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout emitted is far less than the electromagnetic energy emit- brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est ted by wireless devices such as mobile phones.
Page 402: Climate Controls
400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL by turning the equipment off and on, the user is Manual Heating And Air Conditioning encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Page 403 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 Blower Control NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt Rotate this control to regulate the or insects.
Page 404 402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • MAX A/C Panel For maximum cooling, turn on the A/C and recirculation Air is directed through the outlets in the instru- buttons at the same time. ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow.
Page 405 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 Floor NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix, Defrost, or a blend of these modes, even if the Air Air is directed through the floor outlets with a Conditioning (A/C) button is not pushed. This dehu- small amount flowing through the defrost and midifies the air to help dry the windshield.
Page 406: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If weather will cause windows to fog on the inside, Equipped because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Select the outside air position for maximum defogging.
Page 407 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 Automatic Operation Temperature Control The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at Dial in the temperature you would the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger. like the system to maintain by rotating the Temperature Control knob.
Page 408 406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The recommended setting for maximum comfort is 72° F • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than (22° C) for the average person; however, this may vary. expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or NOTE: insects.
Page 409 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 Blower Control Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override For full automatic operation or for features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, automatic blower operation, turn the Mode Preferred Automatic, or Blower and Mode Pre- knob to the AUTO position.
Page 410 408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 411 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control is a difference in temperature between the upper and knob (on the right) to one of the following positions: lower outlets.
Page 412 410 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Defrost • Recirculation Control Air is directed through the windshield and side The system will automatically control recircu- window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi- lation. However, pushing the Recirculation mum blower and temperature settings for best wind- Control button will put the system in recircu- shield and side window defrosting.
Page 413 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 • In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode may • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation mode is not allowed in the defrost mode in order to mode by pushing the Recirculation button.
Page 414: Operating Tips
412 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vacation Storage Operating Tips Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air suggested control settings for various weather conditions.
Page 415 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 413 Side Window Demisters A/C Air Filter — If Equipped A side window demister outlet is located at each end of The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from the instrument panel. These non-adjustable outlets direct entering the cabin.
Page 416 414 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 417: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....420 ▫ Shifting......425 ▫...
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK ......439 ▫ Side Step Removal — If Equipped..450 ▫...
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 BRAKE SYSTEM ..... . .468 ▫ Tire Markings ......487 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM .
Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ....507 ▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ..527 ▫...
Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND Ratings) ......538 MOTORHOME, ETC.) .
Page 422: Starting Procedures
420 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 423: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 The “4WD Indicator Light” will illuminate when the Tip Start Feature — Automatic Transmission Only transfer case has been shifted into this mode. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor Automatic Transmission —...
Page 424: If Engine Fails To Start
422 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! (Continued) • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster WARNING! cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into battery or the battery in another vehicle.
Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 With Tip Start — Automatic Transmission Only CAUTION! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- engine for more than 15 seconds at a time.
Page 426: After Starting
424 STARTING AND OPERATING After Starting WARNING! The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will Remember to disconnect the engine block heater decrease as the engine warms up. cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt AC electrical cord could cause electrocution. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —...
Page 427: Shifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 425 CAUTION! Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or attempt to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch. NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in- creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid warms up.
Page 428: Downshifting
426 STARTING AND OPERATING Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds vehicle speeds listed for acceleration. When heavily loaded or pulling a trailer these recommended up-shift To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for both speeds may not apply. fuel economy and performance, it should be upshifted as listed in recommended shift speed chart.
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Failure to follow the maximum recommended • Skipping gears and downshifting into lower gears downshifting speeds may cause the engine damage at higher vehicle speeds can damage the engine and/or damage the clutch, even if the clutch pedal and clutch systems, Any attempt to shift into lower is pressed.
Page 430: Reverse Shifting
428 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Transmission Downshift Speeds in MPH (KM/H) Gear Selection 6 to 5 5 to 4 4 to 3 3 to 2 2 to 1 Maximum 80 (129) 70 (113) 50 (81) 30 (48) 15 (24) Speed NOTE: Vehicle speeds shown in the chart above are for driver will feel a firm “click”...
Page 431: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 429 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! CAUTION! • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the ing precautions are not observed: vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 432 430 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 433: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 out of PARK, the ignition switch must be turned to the Key Ignition Park Interlock ON/RUN position (engine running or not) and the brake This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- pedal must be pressed. lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/ Five-Speed Automatic Transmission —...
Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears. The transmission shift lever has only PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift positions.
Page 435: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in Gear Ranges motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or vehicle in this range. NEUTRAL into another gear range. When parking on a level surface, you may shift the NOTE: transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking...
Page 436 434 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 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 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 438 436 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 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 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 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode 2. Shift the transmission into PARK. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated.
Page 441: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 Overdrive Operation This system can also provide you with more control during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, The automatic transmission includes an electronically mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situa- controlled Overdrive (fifth gear). The transmission will tions.
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING result. It will remain in the selected gear until another • You can start out, from a stop, in first or second gear. upshift or downshift is chosen, except as described Tapping (+) (at a stop) will allow starting in second below.
Page 443: Four-Wheel Drive Operation (Command- Trac I® Or Rock-Trac®)
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 Operating Instructions/Precautions WARNING! The transfer case provides four mode positions: Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a • 2H (Two-wheel drive high range) slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or •...
Page 444 442 STARTING AND OPERATING rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. The 4H and 4L positions are intended for loose, slippery road surfaces only and not intended for normal driving. Driving in the 4H and 4L positions on hard-surfaced roads will cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline compo- nents.
Page 445: Shift Positions
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine speed will WARNING! (Continued) be approximately three times (four times for Rubicon the parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL (N) models) that of the 2H or 4H positions at a given road position disengages both the front and rear drive speed.
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING 4H Position 4L Position This range locks the front and rear driveshafts together, This range locks the front and rear driveshafts together, forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
Page 447: Shifting Procedure
STARTING AND OPERATING 445 NOTE: Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the Shifting Procedure vehicle completely stopped; however, difficulty may oc- 2H to 4H or 4H to 2H cur due to the mating teeth not being properly aligned. Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with the Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth align- vehicle stopped or in motion.
Page 448: Trac-Lok® Rear Axle - If Equipped
446 STARTING AND OPERATING TRAC-LOK® REAR AXLE — IF EQUIPPED AXLE LOCK (TRU–LOK®) — RUBICON MODELS The Trac-Lok® rear axle provides a constant driving force The AXLE LOCK switch is located on the instrument to both rear wheels and reduces wheel spin caused by the panel (to the left of the steering column).
Page 449: Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 This feature will only activate when the following con- Axle lock will disengage if the vehicle is taken out of 4L ditions are met: (Low) range, or the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position. •...
Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING sway bar should remain in on-road mode during normal driving conditions. WARNING! Do not disconnect the stabilizer bar and drive on hard-surfaced roads or at speeds above 18 mph (29 km/h); you may lose control of the vehicle, which could result in serious injury.
Page 451: On-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 To disconnect the stabilizer/sway bar, shift to either 4H WARNING! or 4L and press the SWAY BAR switch to obtain the off-road position. Refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation” If the stabilizer/sway bar will not return to on-road in “Starting and Operating”...
Page 452: Off-Road Driving Tips
450 STARTING AND OPERATING An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. Side Step Removal — If Equipped They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than NOTE: Prior to off-road usage, the side steps should be low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfacto-...
Page 453: The Basics Of Off-Road Driving
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 2. Remove one bolt from the underside of the vehicle. The Basics Of Off-Road Driving You will encounter many types of terrain driving off- road. You should be familiar with the terrain and area before proceeding. There are many types of surface conditions: hard-packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow and ice.
Page 454: When To Use 4L (Low) Range
452 STARTING AND OPERATING is needed. Vehicle speeds in excess of 25 mph (40 km/h) CAUTION! should be avoided when in 4L (Low) range. Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other CAUTION! combustible materials. The heat from your vehicle exhaust system could cause a fire.
Page 455: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand Deep mud creates a great deal of suction around the tires Snow and is very difficult to get through. You should use In heavy snow or for additional control and traction at second gear (manual transmission), or DRIVE (automatic slower speeds, shift the transmission into a low gear and transmission), with the transfer case in the 4L (Low)
Page 456: Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)
454 STARTING AND OPERATING key to driving in soft sand is using the appropriate tire Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High pressure, accelerating slowly, avoiding abrupt maneu- Points) vers and maintaining the vehicle’s momentum. If you are While driving off-road, you will encounter many types of going to be driving on large soft sandy areas or dunes, terrain.
Page 457 STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Using A Spotter CAUTION! There are many times where it is hard to see the obstacle • Never attempt to straddle a rock that is large or determine the correct path. Determining the correct enough to strike your axles or undercarriage. path can be extremely difficult when you are confronting •...
Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING You should now be able to drive out following the trench CAUTION! you just created at a 45-degree angle. Do not attempt to cross a log with a greater diameter WARNING! than the running ground clearance or the vehicle will become high-centered.
Page 459: Hill Climbing
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 branches or other obstacles on the path? Can you safely CAUTION! recover the vehicle if something goes wrong? If every- thing looks good and you feel confident, shift the trans- Winching or rocking the vehicle off hard objects mission into a lower gear with 4L (Low) engaged, and increases the risk of underbody damage.
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING and maintain headway by turning the steering wheel no Driving Downhill more than a 1/4 turn quickly back and forth. This will Before driving down a steep hill, you need to determine provide a fresh bite into the surface and will usually if it is too steep for a safe descent.
Page 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 Driving Across An Incline engine braking to control the descent and apply your brakes, if necessary, but do not allow the tires to lock. If at all possible, avoid driving across an incline. If it is necessary, know your vehicle’s abilities.
Page 462: Driving Through Water
460 STARTING AND OPERATING higher than the bottom of the axle differentials, you Driving Through Water should inspect all of the vehicle fluids for signs of water Extreme care should be taken crossing any type of water. ingestion. Water crossings should be avoided, if possible, and only be attempted when necessary in a safe, responsible CAUTION! manner.
Page 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 Before You Cross Any Type Of Water Crossing Puddles, Pools, Flooded Areas Or Other Standing Water As you approach any type of water, you need to deter- mine if you can cross it safely and responsibly. If neces- Puddles, pools, flooded or other standing water areas sary, get out and walk through the water or probe it with normally contain murky or muddy waters.
Page 464: After Driving Off-Road
462 STARTING AND OPERATING Crossing Ditches, Streams, Shallow Rivers Or if there are any obstacles. Then cross at an angle heading Other Flowing Water slightly upstream using the low and slow technique. Flowing water can be extremely dangerous. Never at- WARNING! tempt to cross a fast running stream or river even in shallow water.
Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463 • Inspect the radiator for mud and debris and clean as WARNING! required. Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause • Check threaded fasteners for looseness, particularly on excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might the chassis, drivetrain components, steering, and sus- not have full braking power when you need it to pension.
Page 466: Power Steering
464 STARTING AND OPERATING • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- POWER STEERING ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. The standard power steering system will give you good This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability system.
Page 467: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 465 Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and service interval is not required. The fluid should only be with the engine off to prevent injury from moving checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 468: Parking Brake
466 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an automatic transmission in PARK, or manual transmission in REVERSE or first gear. The parking brake lever is located in the center console. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible.
Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the automatic • Never use the PARK position on an automatic transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning transmission as a substitute for the parking brake. Light”...
Page 470: Brake System
468 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the in a location accessible to children. A child could parking brake released, a brake system malfunction operate power windows, other controls, or move is indicated.
Page 471: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 469 In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) example, repeated brake applications with the engine The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to aid the OFF) the brakes will still function. The effort required to driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required braking conditions.
Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING The Anti-Lock Brake System conducts a low speed self- WARNING! (Continued) test at about 12 mph (20 km/h). If for any reason your • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent foot is on the brake when the vehicle reaches 12 mph the natural laws of physics from acting on the (20 km/h), this check will be delayed until 25 mph vehicle, nor can they increase braking or steering...
Page 473: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 471 A feature of the TCS system, Brake Limited Differential CAUTION! (BLD), functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possible on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the detrimental effects of electronic interference caused system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel.
Page 474: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
472 STARTING AND OPERATING quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the Hill Start Assist (HSA) benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when ing pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill.
Page 475 STARTING AND OPERATING 473 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! another vehicle or object. To avoid this, do not apply There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded throttle while pressing the clutch pedal until you are vehicle, or while pulling a trailer where the system ready to release the clutch.
Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING HSA On Manual Transmission Vehicles WARNING! The system will work in REVERSE, forward gears, and • If you use a trailer brake controller with your NEUTRAL on manual transmission equipped vehicles. trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and The system does not recognize NEUTRAL on manual deactivated with the brake switch.
Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 HSA Off WARNING! (Continued) If you wish to turn off the HSA system, follow this • Failure to follow these warnings may cause the procedure: vehicle to roll down the incline and could collide with another vehicle, object or person, and cause 1.
Page 478: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
476 STARTING AND OPERATING 7. If the sequence was completed properly, the “ESC Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) can only reduce the Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will blink chance of wheel lift occurring during severe or evasive several times to confirm HSA is off. driving maneuvers.
Page 479: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appro- WARNING! (Continued) priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or capabilities of an ERM-equipped vehicle must never understeer condition. be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner •...
Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING The ESC system has three available operating modes in WARNING! 4H range. The system has one operating mode in 4L range. Two-wheel drive vehicles and four-wheel drive Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the vehicles in 2H range have two operating modes. natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing 4H Range (4WD Models)
Page 481 STARTING AND OPERATING 479 This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep WARNING! snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is required to gain • When in ESC Partial Off mode, the TCS function- traction.
Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING In the ESC Full Off mode, the engine torque reduction When in ESC Full Off mode, ESC and TCS, except for and stability features are disabled. Therefore, the en- the Brake Limited Differential (BLD) feature described in hanced vehicle stability offered by ESC is unavailable.
Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 ESC Full Off . The ESC is in ESC Full Off at low vehicle WARNING! (Continued) speeds in 4L range so that it will not interfere with maneuver, the ESC and ERM systems will not engage off-road driving, but the ESC function returns to provide to assist in maintaining stability.
Page 484 482 STARTING AND OPERATING This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep WARNING! (Continued) snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more wheel spin maneuver, the ESC and ERM systems will not engage than ESC would normally allow is required to gain to assist in maintaining stability.
Page 485: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 483 RUN position. It should go out with the engine running. WARNING! If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a mal- • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality function has been detected in the ESC system. If this light of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and...
Page 486: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
484 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Trailer Sway Control (TSC) TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces- • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC sively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo- actions to attempt to stop the sway.
Page 487: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 485 When enabled, HDC senses the terrain and activates WARNING! when the vehicle is descending a hill. HDC speed may be adjusted by the driver to suit the driving conditions. The If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle speed corresponds to the transmission gear selected.
Page 488 486 STARTING AND OPERATING However, the driver can override HDC operation by NOTE: applying the brake to slow the vehicle down below the • If the transfer case is not in 4WD LOW range, the HDC control speed. If more speed is desired during HDC “Hill Descent Control Indicator Light”...
Page 489: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 NOTE: TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 490 488 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 EXAMPLE: R = Construction code – R means radial construction, or – D means diagonal or bias construction 15, 16, 18 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index – A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol –...
Page 492: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
490 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: • XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • LL = Light load tire or •...
Page 493 STARTING AND OPERATING 491 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 494: Tire Terminology And Definitions
492 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
Page 495: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 493 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. Example Tire Placard Location (Door) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 496 494 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) 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. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 497 STARTING AND OPERATING 495 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or spare tires.
Page 498 496 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 499 STARTING AND OPERATING 497 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 500: Tires - General Information
498 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 501 STARTING AND OPERATING 499 Economy WARNING! (Continued) Under-inflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle resulting in higher fuel consumption. to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 502: Tire Inflation Pressures
500 STARTING AND OPERATING Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always Tire Inflation Pressures “cold tire inflation pressure.” Cold tire inflation pressure The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door.
Page 503: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 501 inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), WARNING! which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) tires could cause them to fail.
Page 504: Tire Types
502 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (spring, • The tire has not been driven on when flat. summer, fall and winter).
Page 505 STARTING AND OPERATING 503 Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or Snow Tires mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may during the winter.
Page 506: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
504 STARTING AND OPERATING While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor- and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be mation. poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Spare Tires —...
Page 507 STARTING AND OPERATING 505 Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And T, S = Temporary Spare Tire Wheel — If Equipped Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip- Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled wheel equivalent in look and function to the original on your vehicle at the first opportunity.
Page 508 506 STARTING AND OPERATING Limited-Use Spare — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) The limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which use only. This tire is identified by a label located on the apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in limited-use spare wheel.
Page 509: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 507 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- your Tire and Loading Information Placard located ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the age or failure.
Page 510: Life Of Tire
508 STARTING AND OPERATING wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for further information. Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: •...
Page 511: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 509 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 512: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
510 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 513 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 • Install on Rear Tires Only. CAUTION! (Continued) • P225/75R16 or a P235/65R17 tire with the use of a • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- traction device that meets the SAE type “Class S” tween tires and other suspension components, it is specification is recommended.
Page 514: Tire Rotation Recommendations
512 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 On/Off Road tions on the method of installation, operating type tires.
Page 515: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 513 CAUTION! Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles de- pends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case. Tire rotation schedule should be followed to balance tire wear. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle...
Page 516 514 STARTING AND OPERATING three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a must be increased to the recommended cold placard three-hour period. Refer to “Tires – General Informa- pressure in order for the “Tire Pressure Monitoring tion”...
Page 517 STARTING AND OPERATING 515 pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn ON the “Tire CAUTION! Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light.” Driving the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately 30 • The TPMS has been optimized for the original psi (207 kPa), but the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale equipment tires and wheels.
Page 518 516 STARTING AND OPERATING • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes CAUTION! (Continued) the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stopping ability.
Page 519: Base Tpm System
STARTING AND OPERATING 517 spare wheel and tire assembly. The matching full size Base TPM System spare tire can be used in place of any of the four road The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless tires. A low spare tire will not cause the “Tire Pressure technology with wheel rim-mounted electronic sensors to Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 520 518 STARTING AND OPERATING The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. on and off for 75 seconds, and will remain on solid when 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. a system fault is detected. The system fault will also Vehicles not equipped with EVIC will inform the driver sound a chime.
Page 521 STARTING AND OPERATING 519 NOTE: has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a chime will sound • If your vehicle is equipped with a matching full-size and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will spare wheel and tire assembly, it has a tire pressure turn ON.
Page 522: Premium System - If Equipped
520 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to regularly Premium System — If Equipped check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless the proper pressure. technology with wheel rim-mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels.
Page 523 STARTING AND OPERATING 521 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- dible chime will be activated, when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low. In addition, the EVIC will display a “LOW TIRE”...
Page 524 522 STARTING AND OPERATING the pressure value(s) will stop “flashing,” and the Tire If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will extinguish once providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault the updated tire pressure(s) have been received.
Page 525 STARTING AND OPERATING 523 The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM NOTE: message for a minimum of five seconds when a system • If your vehicle is equipped with a matching full-size fault is detected possibly related to an incorrect sensor spare wheel and tire assembly, it has a tire pressure location fault.
Page 526 524 STARTING AND OPERATING • If your vehicle is not equipped with a matching on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, full-size spare wheel and tire assembly, it does not and the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM have a tire pressure monitoring sensor in the spare tire.
Page 527: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 525 General Information FUEL REQUIREMENTS This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and 3.6L Engine RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: This engine is designed to meet all emis- •...
Page 528: Reformulated Gasoline
526 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties genates such as Ethanol. necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle.
Page 529: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 527 • Change the engine oil and oil filter. E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- • Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the line containing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher engine controller memory.
Page 530: Materials Added To Fuel
528 STARTING AND OPERATING therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether CAUTION! (Continued) the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law. and California reformulated gasoline. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor- Materials Added To Fuel mance and damage the emissions control system.
Page 531: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 529 NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions control WARNING! (Continued) system can result in civil penalties being assessed against • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon you. monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can Carbon Monoxide Warnings kill.
Page 532: Adding Fuel
530 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL CAUTION! Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) • Damage to the fuel system or emission control The gas cap is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. system could result from using an improper fuel If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap (gas cap).
Page 533: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 531 • If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will WARNING! (Continued) come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is the vehicle is refueled.
Page 534: Vehicle Loading
532 STARTING AND OPERATING rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so VEHICLE LOADING GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded. Certification Label Payload As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
Page 535 STARTING AND OPERATING 533 Tire Size determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are added. The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires Loading must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Page 536: Trailer Towing
534 STARTING AND OPERATING Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way follow the requirements and recommendations in this the brakes operate. manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
Page 537 STARTING AND OPERATING 535 ready for operation condition. The recommended way to WARNING! measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be It is important that you do not exceed the maximum supported by the scale.
Page 538 536 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control – If Equipped tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it pro- The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing tongue.
Page 539: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 537 Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions WARNING! (Continued) Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- • Weight Distributing Systems may not be compat- dustry Standards ible with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Rec- reational Vehicle dealer for additional information.
Page 540: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
538 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission Combined Trailer Wt.) (See Note)
Page 541 STARTING AND OPERATING 539 GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission Combined Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Wt. Rating) 3.6L/ 3.73 Two–Door 6,340 lbs 25 sq ft 2,000 lbs 200 lbs Automatic Sport Model (2 876 kg) (2.32 sq m) (907 kg)
Page 542 540 STARTING AND OPERATING GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission Combined Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Wt. Rating) 3.6L/ 3.21 Two–Door 6,383 lbs 25 sq ft 2,000 lbs 200 lbs Automatic Sahara (2 895 kg) (2.32 sq m) (907 kg)
Page 543 STARTING AND OPERATING 541 GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission Combined Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Wt. Rating) 3.6L/ 3.73 Two–Door 6,473 lbs 25 sq ft 2,000 lbs 200 lbs Automatic Rubicon (2 936 kg) (2.32 sq m) (907 kg)
Page 544 542 STARTING AND OPERATING GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission Combined Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Wt. Rating) 3.6L/ 3.21 Four–Door 6,780 lbs 32 sq ft 2,000 lbs 200 lbs Automatic Sport Model (3 075 kg) (2.97 sq m) (907 kg)
Page 545 STARTING AND OPERATING 543 GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission Combined Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Wt. Rating) 3.6L/ 3.21 Four–Door 6,728 lbs 32 sq ft 2,000 lbs 200 lbs Automatic Sahara (3 052 kg) (2.97 sq m) (907 kg)
Page 546 544 STARTING AND OPERATING GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission Combined Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Wt. Rating) 3.6L/ 3.73 Four–Door 8,355 lbs 32 sq ft 3,500 lbs 350 lbs Automatic Rubicon (3 790 kg) (2.97 sq m) (1 587 kg)
Page 547: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 545 NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo (ie. the GVWR), and the GVWR should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
Page 548: Towing Requirements
546 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 549 STARTING AND OPERATING 547 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 550 548 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- WARNING! (Continued) sures before trailer usage. • Total weight must be distributed between the tow • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage vehicle and the trailer such that the following four before towing a trailer.
Page 551 STARTING AND OPERATING 549 • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! (Continued) required when towing a trailer with electronically • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with distance. When towing you should allow for addi- a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle brake controller is not required.
Page 552 550 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package will include a four–pin wiring harness.
Page 553: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 551 NOTE: Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle Towing Tips under heavy loading conditions will improve perfor- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces- and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy sive shifting and heat buildup.
Page 554 552 STARTING AND OPERATING • To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous Cooling System driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces- To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to heating, take the following actions: a higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and road City Driving...
Page 555: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 553 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Four-Wheel Drive Models Flat Tow NONE See Instructions • Automatic transmission in PARK • Manual transmission in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL [N]) •...
Page 556: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
554 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! (Continued) NOTE: The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL • Manual transmissions must be placed in gear (not (N), automatic transmission must be shifted into PARK, in Neutral) for recreational towing. and manual transmission must be placed in gear (NOT in •...
Page 557 STARTING AND OPERATING 555 Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that recreational towing. the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL (N) before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal WARNING! parts.
Page 558 556 STARTING AND OPERATING 8. Release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual 13. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable transmissions) for five seconds and ensure that there is tow bar. no vehicle movement. 14. Release the parking brake. 9.
Page 559 STARTING AND OPERATING 557 7. Shift the transfer case lever to the desired position. 11. Start the engine. NOTE: When shifting the transfer case out of NEUTRAL 12. Press and hold the brake pedal. (N), the engine should remain OFF to avoid gear clash. 13.
Page 560 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 561: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...560 ▫ Road Tire Installation ....569 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 562: Hazard Warning Flashers
560 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel below the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 563: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 561 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS an impending overheat condition: Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle.
Page 564 562 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Mounting Surface Torque Patterns 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 565: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 563 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has could be crushed.
Page 566: Jack Location
564 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location The jack and lug wrench are located in the rear storage compartment. Jack Wing Nut Jack Storage NOTE: Turn the black plastic wing nut counterclockwise to loosen the jack from the storage bin. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 567: Spare Tire Removal
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 565 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. Spare Tire Removal To remove the spare tire from the carrier, remove the tire 3. Set the parking brake. cover, if equipped, and remove the lug nuts with the lug 4.
Page 568: Jacking Instructions
566 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a vehicle:...
Page 569 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 567 3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools. Connect the jack handle driver to the extension, then to the lug wrench. 4. Operate the jack from the front or the rear of the vehicle. Place the jack under the axle tube, as shown. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is Jack Warning Label fully engaged.
Page 570 568 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable and cause a collision. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6.
Page 571: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 569 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left, Road Tire Installation and remove the jack. 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the 2.
Page 572: Jump-Starting Procedures
570 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES each nut has been tightened twice. For the correct lug NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack nut torque refer to “Torque Specifications” in this follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and section. If in doubt about the correct tightness, have precautions.
Page 573: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 571 Preparations For Jump-Start WARNING! The battery in your vehicle is located in the right rear of • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- the engine compartment, behind the Power Distribution ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the Center.
Page 574: Jump-Starting Procedure
572 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 575 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 573 2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper WARNING! cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post 3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable of the discharged battery.
Page 576: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
574 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en- starting.
Page 577: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 575 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for tween DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE, do not spin longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drive- ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near...
Page 578: Shift Lever Override
576 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE WARNING! If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be • Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. moved out of the PARK position, you can use the Chains may break, causing serious injury or death.
Page 579: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577 7. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. 8. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. 9. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Page 580 578 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground 4WD MODELS Flat Tow NONE See instructions under “Recreational Towing” • Automatic Transmission in PARK • Manual Transmission in gear ( NOT in Neutral) • Transfer Case in NEUTRAL •...
Page 581: Without The Ignition Key
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579 Four–Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the Vehicle damage may occur. vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised •...
Page 582 580 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing. • Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re- quirements can cause severe transmission and/or transfer case damage.
Page 583: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..583 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....591 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .584 ▫...
Page 584 582 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ..619 ▫ Headlamp ......642 ▫...
Page 585: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 583 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Battery 8 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 — Air Cleaner Filter 4 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (Under Engine Cover) 10 —...
Page 586: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
584 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 587: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585 the message will appear the next time the vehicle is serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the prob- ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not lem is detected twice in a row, the system will turn on the ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Page 588: Replacement Parts
586 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 589: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587 available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 590: Engine Oil
588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil CAUTION! (Continued) Checking Oil Level • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter- engine oil must be maintained at the correct level.
Page 591 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa- This symbol means that the oil has tion.
Page 592 590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine Synthetic Engine Oils MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- Helix®...
Page 593: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 591 Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can at every engine oil change. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter Selection backfire.
Page 594 592 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and Replacement — Gasoline Engine Follow the recommended maintenance intervals as shown in the Maintenance Schedule. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal 1. Remove the bolts from the air cleaner intake tube. Air Cleaner Filter Cover 1 —...
Page 595 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593 Air Cleaner Filter Cover Air Cleaner Air Hose 1 — Spring Clips 2 — Air Hose 1 — Air Filter Cleaner Cover 3 — Clean Air Hose Clamp 2 — Air Hose 3 — Clean Air Intake Tube 3.
Page 596 594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove the air cleaner filter element from the housing Engine Air Cleaner Filter Installation assembly. NOTE: Inspect and clean the housing if dirt or debris is present before replacing the air filter element. 1. Install the air cleaner filter element into the housing assembly with the air cleaner filter inspection surface facing downward.
Page 597: Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 595 considered normal. These are not a reason to replace belt. Accessory Drive Belt Inspection However, cracks running along a rib (not across) are not WARNING! normal. Any belt with cracks running along a rib must be replaced.
Page 598: Maintenance-Free Battery
596 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Conditions that would require replacement: Some conditions can be caused by a faulty component such as a belt pulley. Belt pulleys should be carefully • Rib chunking (one or more ribs has separated from belt inspected for damage and proper alignment. body) Belt replacement on some models requires the use of •...
Page 599 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597 WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 600: Air Conditioner Maintenance
598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal at the start of each warm season.
Page 601 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning ser- Equipped vice be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 602 600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glove Compartment Air Filter Retaining Tabs 1 — Glove Compartment Travel Stops 1 — Left Retaining Tab 2 — Right Retaining Tab 2 — Glove Compartment 5. Open the two air filter access doors. 3. Pivot the glove compartment downward. 6.
Page 603: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 CAUTION! The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace it more often. 8. Close A/C Air Filter access doors and secure retaining tabs.
Page 604: Windshield Wiper Blades
602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit;...
Page 605 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 • Foreign Material • Hardening Or Cracking • Deformation Or Fatigue If a wiper blade or wiper arm is damaged, replace the affected wiper arm or blade with a new unit. Do not attempt to repair a wiper arm or blade that is damaged. Wiper Blade Removal/Installation CAUTION! Do not allow the wiper arm to spring back against...
Page 606 604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. To disengage the wiper blade from the wiper arm, press the release tab on the wiper blade and while holding the wiper arm with one hand, slide the wiper blade down towards the base of the wiper arm. Wiper Blade With Release Tab In Unlocked Position 1 —...
Page 607 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 Installing The Front Wipers 1. Lift the wiper arm off of the glass, until the wiper arm is in the full up position. 2. Position the wiper blade near the hook on the tip of the wiper arm.
Page 608 606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Wiper Assembly Wiper Arm With Pivot Cap Removed 1 — Wiper Arm Pivot Cap 2 — Wiper Arm 1 — Wiper Arm Pivot Cap 3 — Wiper Blade 2 — Wiper Arm Nut 3 — Wiper Arm 2.
Page 609 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 3. To remove the wiper blade from the wiper arm, grasp the wiper blade nearest to wiper arm with your right hand. With your left hand hold the wiper arm as you pull the wiper blade away from the wiper arm past its stop far enough to unsnap the wiper blade pivot pin from the receptacle on the end of the wiper arm.
Page 610: Adding Washer Fluid
608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Installing The Rear Wiper 1. Insert the wiper blade pivot pin into the opening on the end of the wiper arm. Grab the bottom end of the wiper arm with one hand, and press the wiper blade flush with the wiper arm until it snaps into place.
Page 611: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and Exhaust System wipe clean the wiper blades; this will help blade perfor- The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into mance. the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system system.
Page 612 610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control and can eventually poison you.
Page 613: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 611 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- vehicle. portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure •...
Page 614 612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Coolant Checks engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock. If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery months (before the onset of freezing weather, where bottle.
Page 615 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 613 Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106), by an “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. authorized dealer as soon as possible. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine CAUTION! coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 616 614 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Coolant • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine dard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen- coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS-12106) that trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below allows extended maintenance intervals.
Page 617 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 615 NOTE: The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. • Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could WARNING! lead to severe internal engine damage.
Page 618 616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.
Page 619: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617 If an examination of your engine compartment shows no • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
Page 620 618 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. WARNING! If the brake fluid level is abnormally low, check system for leaks. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”...
Page 621: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 619 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 622 620 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: No chemical flushes should be used in any Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission; only the approved lubricant should be product and its performance may be impaired by supple- used. mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- tives to the transmission.
Page 623 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 621 of driving. At normal operating temperature, the fluid 6. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips. seated. Use the following procedure to check the transmission 7. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on fluid level properly: both sides.
Page 624 622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: CAUTION! (Continued) • The holes in the dipstick will be full of fluid if the the temperature is elevated enough to produce an actual level is at or above the hole. accurate reading. Run the engine at idle, in PARK, to •...
Page 625: Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual Transmission) - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623 In addition, change the fluid and filter if the fluid Fluid Level Check becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans- Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid mission is disassembled for any reason. level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3/16 in (4.76 mm) below the bottom Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual Transmission) —...
Page 626: Transfer Case
624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Fluid Transfer Case Fluid should be added only at filler hole until fluid Fluid Level Check begins to run out of the hole. The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the fill hole (A) when the vehicle is in a level position.
Page 627: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 Front/Rear Axle Fluid Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons the Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be inspected.
Page 628 626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE What Causes Corrosion? • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of and Tar Remover to remove. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
Page 629 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 Special Care • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month.
Page 630 628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or Interior Care Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, Use MOPAR® Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric abrasives or polishing compounds. They will perma- upholstery and carpeting.
Page 631 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the CAUTION! towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror. When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- hicle, read the installation instructions carefully. Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses Some air fresheners will damage the finish of The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are...
Page 632 630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR® Total Clean, a Appearance Care For Fabric Top Models mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft CAUTION! cloth.
Page 633 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 631 Washing – Use MOPAR® Car Wash or equivalent, or CAUTION! (Continued) mild soap suds, lukewarm water, and a brush with soft • It is recommended that the top be free of water bristles. If extra cleaning is required, use MOPAR® prior to opening it.
Page 634 MOPAR® Jeep Soft Glass zipper should be cleaned and lubricated regularly. Use Window Cleaner or equivalent will safely clean all MOPAR®...
Page 635: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 633 the MOPAR® Soft Top Zipper Cleaner and Lubricant or WARNING! (Continued) equivalent into the zipper slide. Several applications • Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition may be required before the zipper comes free. is off and that all the other services are switched off 6.
Page 636: Totally Integrated Power Module
634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Totally Integrated Power Module The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center con- tains cartridge fuses, mini fuses and relays. A label that identifies each component is printed on the inside of the cover.
Page 637 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 25 Amp Clear – Passenger Door Node 40 Amp Green – Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump/ Stability Control System 30 Amp Pink – Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Valve/ Stability Control System –...
Page 638 636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 20 Amp Blue – Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Trans Range 60 Amp Yellow – Radiator Fan 30 Amp Pink – Front Wiper LO/HI 20 Amp Blue – Front/Rear Washer – –...
Page 639 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description – 15 Amp Blue Ignition Off Draw – Vehicle Entertainment Sys- tem, Satellite Digital Audio Receiver (SDARS), DVD, Hands-Free Module, RADIO, Antenna, Universal Garage Door Opener, Vanity Lamp – 10 Amp Red (Ignition Off Draw) Climate Control System, Underhood Lamp –...
Page 640 638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module – 15 Amp Blue Left Tail/License/Park Lamp – 15 Amp Blue Right Tail/Park/Run Lamp – 25 Amp Clear Auto Shut Down (ASD #1 and #2) –...
Page 641 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 639 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Powertrain – 15 Amp Blue Wiper Motor Frt, J1962 Diagnostic Feed – 20 Amp Yellow Backup Lamps – 10 Amp Red Airbag Controller, TT EUROPE – 10 Amp Red Powertrain Controller –...
Page 642: Vehicle Storage
640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 • When installing the Integrated Power Module days, you may want to take steps to protect your battery. cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly You may: positioned and fully latched.
Page 643: Replacement Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 641 REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Automatic Transmission Indicator Lamp Heater Control Lamps (2) Rocker Switch Indicator Lamp (Rear Window Defog- ger, and Rear Wash/Wipe) Soundbar Dome Lamp ** Bulbs only available from authorized dealer. Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Headlamps (2) Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps (2)
Page 644: Bulb Replacement
642 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Bulb Number Rear Stop/Tail/Turn Lamps (2) 3157 Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp L.E.D. Backup Lamps (2) 3157 License Lamp NOTE: Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your local authorized dealer. If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized dealer or refer to the applicable Service Manual. BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo-...
Page 645: Front Park/Turn Signal
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 643 5. Remove the four screws holding the metal retaining 12. Reinstall bulb housing. Rotate the bulb 1/4 turn ring. clockwise. 6. Remove the lamp from the collar. Front Park/Turn Signal 7. Grasp the bulb and turn 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 1.
Page 646: Front Fog Lamp
644 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Fog Lamp Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamp 1. Reach under the vehicle to access the back of the front 1. Remove the two inboard screws attaching the tail light fog lamp. housing to the body. DO NOT REMOVE THE OUT- BOARD SCREWS AT ANY TIME.
Page 647: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 645 2. Separate the housing from the body by pushing the Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) lamp inboard while pulling the lamp away from the The stop lamp is mounted on a bracket that extends body. upward from the tailgate behind the spare tire. If service is needed, obtain the LED/Cover Assembly from your 3.
Page 648: Fluid Capacities
646 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Two Door Models 18.6 Gallons 70 Liters Four Door Models 22.5 Gallons 85 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L Engine 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/ 10.5 Quarts 9.9 Liters Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000...
Page 649: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 647 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 We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Ma-...
Page 650 648 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 651: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 649 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Fail- ure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. We recommend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid. Manual Transmission –...
Page 652 650 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Axle Differential (Rear) 226 RBI (Model 44) – We recommend you use MOPAR® Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 80W-90) (API GL-5) or equivalent. For trailer towing, use MOPAR® Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 75W-140). Models equipped with Trac-Lok™...
Page 653: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .652 ▫ Maintenance Chart.....654 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 654 652 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. indicator system.
Page 655 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 653 Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Check engine oil level • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu- • Check windshield washer fluid level lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator •...
Page 656 654 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV/Universal joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
Page 657 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 655 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Inspect transfer case fluid. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air cleaner filter. Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter.
Page 658 656 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your ve- hicle for any of the following: po- lice, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 659 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 657 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sus- tained high speeds during hot...
Page 660 658 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. Change front and rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
Page 661 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 659 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.
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Page 663: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .663 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 664 662 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .669 TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....669 ▫...
Page 665: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 663 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 666: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
664 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and • Authorized dealer name 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 667: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 665 Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require In Mexico Contact: 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 668: Warranty Information
666 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 (internal combustion engines only), manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 669: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 667 campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in MOPAR® PARTS 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 670: Publication Order Forms
668 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Diagnostic Procedure Manuals PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 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 671 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 669 Call toll free at: Treadwear The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) 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 672 670 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
Page 673 INDEX I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 674 672 INDEX About Your Brakes ......468 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ..591 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 675 INDEX 673 Auto Down Power Windows ....45 Battery ....... . .596 Automatic Dimming Mirror .
Page 676 674 INDEX Capacities, Fluid ......646 Booster Seats ......81 Caps, Filler Child Restraints .
Page 677 INDEX 675 Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ....397 Drain, Flush, and Refill ....612 Compact Spare Tire .
Page 678 676 INDEX Dimmer Switch, Headlight....170 Dual Top .......192 Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .
Page 679 INDEX 677 Emission Control System Maintenance ..585 Starting ......420 Engine Temperature Gauge .
Page 680 678 INDEX Flashers Four Wheel Drive ......441 Hazard Warning ......560 Four Wheel Drive Operation .
Page 681 INDEX 679 Fuses ........633 GVWR ....... . .532 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .
Page 682 680 INDEX Heater, Engine Block ..... . .424 Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ....634 High Beam Indicator .
Page 683 INDEX 681 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....16 Bulb Replacement ..... . .642 Cargo .
Page 684 682 INDEX Low Fuel ......306 Child Protection ......42 Oil Pressure .
Page 685 INDEX 683 Automatic Dimming .....112 Oil Change Indicator ..... . .317 Electric Powered .
Page 686 684 INDEX Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ... . .6 Door Locks ......40 Outside Rearview Mirrors .
Page 687 INDEX 685 Rear Window Features .....297 Replacement Parts......586 Rear Wiper/Washer.
Page 688 686 INDEX Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...60 Child Restraint ......76 BeltAlert®...
Page 689 INDEX 687 Security Alarm ......20 Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case Security System ......20 Neutral (N) .
Page 690 688 INDEX Engine Block Heater .....424 Synthetic Engine Oil ..... . .590 Engine Fails to Start .
Page 691 INDEX 689 Jacking .......563 Towing ....... .534 Life of Tires .
Page 692 690 INDEX Transaxle UCI Connector ......389 Autostick ......439 Uconnect®...
Page 693 INDEX 691 Upholstery Care ......628 Warranty Information ..... .666 Washers, Windshield .
Page 694 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into The antenna cable should be as short as practical this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity and routed away from the vehicle wiring when pos- to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios sible.
Page 695 Chrysler Group LLC 15WK741-126-AA First Edition Printed in U.S.A. Second Edition Printed in U.S.A 15JK72-126-AB I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

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