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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 the features and equipment that are either standard or optional name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....8 ROLLOVER WARNING .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- sion, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision will improve with experience.
Page 7: Rollover Warning
INTRODUCTION 5 read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- ROLLOVER WARNING tions and recommendations in this manual will help Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it many passenger cars.
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
6 INTRODUCTION two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.
Page 9 INTRODUCTION 7...
Page 10: Warnings And Cautions
8 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 11: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 9 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ....14 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED ......21 ▫...
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....26 WINDOWS ......43 ▫...
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ▫ Energy Management Feature ....62 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ....82 ▫...
Page 16: A Word About Your Keys
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.
Page 17: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
Page 18: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 19 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 • The power window switches, radio, power sunroof CAUTION! (Continued) (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to •...
Page 20: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! (Continued) Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, in a location accessible to children, and do not sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob.
Page 21: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 SENTRY KEY® the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid Key Fob to start the engine. Either of these conditions will The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Page 22: Replacement Keys
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided been programmed to the vehicle electronics. with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). Keep the PIN in a secure location.
Page 23: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 General Information passenger door, other doors, ignition) after three minutes, the headlights, park lamps and/or turn signals will flash The Sentry Key® system complies with FCC rules Part 15 for an additional 15 minutes. and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 24: To Arm The System
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm The System same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: further information). 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to •...
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior position. power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 26: Tamper Alert
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tamper Alert NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times and the tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in exterior lights blink three times when you unlock the the Dome ON position (extreme top position).
Page 27: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 from responding to all RKE transmitter buttons for all unlock all doors. The turn signal lamps will flash to RKE transmitters. acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™”...
Page 28: To Lock The Doors
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE change the current setting, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” under “Things To Know Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer- Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In- Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock strument Panel”...
Page 29: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a housing or the printed circuit board.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.
Page 31: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station halves together. tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios. General Information REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —...
Page 32: How To Use Remote Start
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Vehicle theft alarm not active How To Use Remote Start • Ignition in Off position for Keyless Enter-N-Go™ All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: vehicle •...
Page 33: To Enter Remote Start Mode
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle To Enter Remote Start Mode Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped Press and release the REMOTE START button The following messages will display in the EVIC if the on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- onds.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started two consecutive times with To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the cycled by pushing the START/STOP button twice (or UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN...
Page 35: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 until you insert the key. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Comfort System operation refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” for further information. Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features (SETUP)” in “Understanding Your Instrument • For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Panel”.
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 37: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N- Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN position. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Page 38: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door Doors may be unlocked manually by raising the lock knob. To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Automatic Door Locks —...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Child-Protection Door Lock Location Child-Protection Door Lock Function 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 (locked).
Page 40: Keyless Enter-N-Go
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If a Passive Entry door handle has not been used for NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the approximately 72 hours, the Passive Entry feature for window and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the driver’s With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft front door handle.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE To Enter The Liftgate Transmitter In Vehicle With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the button on the right side of To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a the chrome accent bar, which is located on the liftgate Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the...
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in EVIC, all doors will unlock when you push the button on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is programmed in EVIC, the liftgate will unlock when you press the button on the liftgate.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do NOT grab the door handle, when pressing the door NOTE: handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait 2 seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.
Page 45: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WINDOWS Power Windows The power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door/rear doors which operates the front passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACCESSORY position.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto-Down Both the driver and front passenger window switches have an “Auto-Down” feature. Press the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the “Auto-Down” move- ment, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 To stop the window from going all the way up during the NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during Auto Up operation, push down on the switch briefly. Auto Up it will reverse direction and then go back down. Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to To close the window part way, lift the window switch to close the window.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Resetting The Auto Up Feature Window Lockout Button Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window The Window Lockout button on the driver’s door allows probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto Up: you to disable the window controls on the rear doors.
Page 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, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
Page 50: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Liftgate — If Equipped When the LIFTGATE button on the RKE transmitter is pressed two times, the turn signals will flash twice to The power liftgate may be opened by pulling signal that the liftgate is opening or closing (if Flash up on the liftgate handle or by pressing the Lamps with Lock is enabled in the EVIC) and the liftgate...
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 button to operate. If the liftgate is not fully open, press WARNING! the Liftgate button on the Key Fob to fully open the liftgate, and then press it again to close. During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur.
Page 52: Occupant Restraints
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions WARNING! (Continued) within the same cycle, the system will automatically • If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, stop and the liftgate must be opened or closed make sure that all windows are closed, and the manually.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) located way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired on top of the front seats (integrated into the head length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in restraint) a seat —...
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child risk of harm from a deploying air bag: seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be WARNING! (Continued) modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) under If You Need Assistance .
Page 56: Lap/Shoulder Belts
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen WARNING! far away from home or on your own street. • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they belts are designed to go around the large bones of can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision.
Page 57: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. WARNING! (Continued) Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make outside of a vehicle.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 60: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retrac- The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- tor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
Page 61: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
Page 62: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is Driver Center Passenger equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows CRS Lock CRS Lock CRS Lock the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward First Row position without pushing the release button.
Page 63: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section.
Page 64: Energy Management Feature
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 65: Supplemental Active Head Restraints (Ahr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR.
Page 66: Resetting Active Head Restraints
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Hand Positioning Points On AHR 2.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE AHR In Reset Position 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism NOTE: • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the Active 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock Head Restraints, see an authorized dealer.
Page 69: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert®) (8 km/h), BeltAlert® will provide both audio and visual notification. BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger The front passenger seat BeltAlert®...
Page 70: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts Using a seat belt extender when not needed can throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon...
Page 72: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Instrument Panel This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced • Knee Impact Bolster protection for an occupant during a side impact. The • Driver Advanced Front Air Bag Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags are located in the outboard side of the front seats.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), WARNING! (Continued) which may receive information from the front impact • Do not put anything on or around the air bag sensors. covers or attempt to open them manually. You may The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an damage the air bags and you could be injured impact that requires air bag deployment.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may deploys independently;...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE windows, or area where the SAB or SABIC air bags WARNING! (Continued) inflate, even if they are in an infant or child restraint. • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects Always sit upright as possible with your back against the between you and the SAB;...
Page 77: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides including the severity and type of collision. Advanced enhanced protection and works together with the Driver Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light away from an inflating air bag.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Inflator Units vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you if you are not seated properly, or if items are where the SABIC inflates. This especially applies to positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates. This children. The SABIC is only about 3-1/2 in (9 cm) thick especially applies to children.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 event the ORC will determine whether to have the NOTE: In a rollover the pretensioners and/or SAB and Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow- SABIC - if equipped air bags may deploy on both sides of ing functions: the vehicle.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the Maintaining Your Air Bag System skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or WARNING! throat irritation, move to fresh air.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag You will want to have the air bags ready to system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 84: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 85: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. seat Owner’s Manual to make sure you have the correct In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, seat for your child.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Larger Children Children who have out-grown their Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the forward-facing child restraint, but are vehicle seat belt, seated in the rear seat too small to properly fit the vehicle’s of the vehicle seat belt...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an allowed by the child seat.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this WARNING! simple 5-step test to decide whether the child can use the • Improper installation can lead to failure of an vehicle’s seat belt alone: infant or child restraint.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back. Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X”...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 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 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Captains Chairs Second Row 60/40 Second Row Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs Use the LATCH anchorage system until the weight of the child restraint) for using the (29.5 kg) combined weight of the child and the child re- LATCH anchorage system to attach the straint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can the rear-facing child restraint touch The child seat may touch the back of the front the back of the front passenger seat? passenger seat if the child restraint manufac- turer also allows contact. See your child re- straint owner’s manual for more information.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 strap anchorages behind the rear seat, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchorages. Captains Chair LATCH Anchorages Locating The LATCH Anchorages Pulling Down The Carpet Floor Panel To Access Top In addition, there are tether strap anchorages Tether Strap...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Center Seat LATCH — Second Row 60/40 position has an armrest tether that secures the arm rest in the upward position. Do not install a child restraint in the center position using the LATCH system.
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Pull down on the tether to unhook it from the plastic To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint seat backing. 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat 3.
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 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 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is WARNING! not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the Improper installation of a child restraint to the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re-...
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle Captains Chairs Second Row 60/40 Second Row...
Page 102 100 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 the with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1.
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether trouble tightening the seat belt.
Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage.
Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
Page 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. Top Tether Strap Mounting (Captain’s Chair) 6. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 109: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses WARNING! or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts. The top tether anchorages are not visible until the ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS gap panel is folded down.
Page 110: Safety Tips
108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer SAFETY TIPS to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve- Transporting Passengers hicle”. NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. CAUTION! Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil WARNING! in the engine or damage may result.
Page 111: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 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 112: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while Vehicle driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Seat Belts Defroster Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, and loose parts.
Page 113 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 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 114: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With MIRRORS ......120 Memory Seat Only) —...
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Phone Call Features ....143 ▫ Power Lumbar — If Equipped ... .173 ▫...
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 ▫ Headlight Delay ..... .204 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED ..193 ▫...
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ High/Low Beam Switch....210 ▫ To Activate ......220 ▫...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ▫ To Turn Off ......229 ▫ ParkSense® Display ....251 ▫...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Courtesy Lights ..... . .262 ▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode ..273 ▫...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Front Seat Cupholders ....283 ▫ Cargo Storage ..... . .292 ▫...
Page 122: Mirrors
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 123: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped WARNING! This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or convex mirror will look smaller and farther away off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
Page 124: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Folding Feature All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have three detent positions: • full forward • full rearward and •...
Page 125: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s side door trim panel. The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a mirror, press the mirror select button for the mirror that you want to adjust.
Page 126: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver Seat Only) — If Equipped Memory Seat” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Tilt Mirrors in Reverse provides automatic outside mirror Vehicle”...
Page 127: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 NOTE: The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not enabled when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature can be enabled or disabled in the Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer- Programmable Features”...
Page 128: Blind Spot Monitoring
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will be momentarily illuminated in both outside rear view The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- mirrors to let the driver know that the system is opera- based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to tional.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 NOTE: • The BSM system does NOT alert the driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the de- tection zones. • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle and trailer before making a lane change.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. BSM Warning Light The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (Side, Rear, Front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Entering From The Rear Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
Page 133: Rear Cross Path
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 WARNING! (Continued) system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
Page 135: Modes Of Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Modes Of Operation Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime Three selectable modes of operation are available in the When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime mode, Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to the BSM system will provide a visual alert in the appro- “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal priate side view mirror based on a detected object.
Page 136: Uconnect® Phone - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the system is in RCP, the system shall respond with display the message “ Blind spot system unavailable- both visual and audible alerts when a detected object is Astronomy zone”. The side mirrors LED’s will be lit up present.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 For Uconnect® Customer Support: U.S. residents - visit phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is www.UconnectPhone.com or call 1–877–855–8400. Cana- available in English, Spanish, or French languages. dian Residents - visit www.DriveUconnect.ca or call, 1-800-465–2001 (English) or 1-800-387-9983 (French).
Page 138: Operation
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Button Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® Actual button location may vary with the Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect® Phone radio. The individual buttons are described in menu structure.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • For each feature explanation in this section, only the To activate the Uconnect® Phone, simply press the compound form of the voice command is given. You button and follow the audible prompts for directions. can also break the commands into parts and say each Uconnect®...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a The following are general phone to Uconnect® Phone pairing instructions: priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven mobile •...
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • 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 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Edit Uconnect® Phonebook Entries “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will NOTE: allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended book entry, if desired.
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete.
Page 145: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • The Uconnect® Phone will play the names of all the Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect® Phonebook Entries phonebook entries, including the downloaded phone- • Press the button to begin. book entries, if available. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE accessed through the Uconnect® Phone. Check with your NOTE: The Uconnect® Phone compatible phones in the mobile service provider for the features that you have. market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold Three-Way Calling To put a call on hold, press the button until you hear To initiate three-way calling, press the button while a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. To a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as bring the call back from hold, press and hold the but-...
Page 148: Uconnect® Phone Features
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Redial ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the Uconnect® Phone and • Press the button to begin. transfer of the call to the mobile phone. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete the If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect® Phone is language selection. operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and •...
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If supported, this number may be programmable on • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say some systems. To do this, press the button and say “Roadside Assistance”. “Setup”, followed by “Emergency”. NOTE: •...
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 certain companies, which time out a little too soon to button and say the sequence you wish to enter, work properly with the Uconnect® Phone. followed by the word “Send”. For example, if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you Voice Mail Calling can press the...
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF • You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect® Phone network configurations.
Page 153: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 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 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say “List Phones”. from your Uconnect® Phone paired mobile phone to the Uconnect® Phone or vice versa, press the button • The Uconnect® Phone will play the phone names of all and say “Transfer Call”.
Page 155: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 • The selected phone will be used for the next phone Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® call. If the selected phone is not available, the Phone Uconnect® Phone will return to using the highest Uconnect®...
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the button and say the “Voice Training”, This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, “System Training”, or “Start Voice Training” com- and other settings in all language modes. The System will mand.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 • low road noise, • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must • smooth road surface, be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • fully closed windows, • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, • dry weather conditions, and Uconnect® Phone can read or send new messages on • operation from the driver’s seat. your phone. • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness Read Messages: to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and If you receive a new text message while your phone is...
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Send Messages: 3. Where are you? You can send messages using Uconnect® Phone. To send 4. I need more direction. a new message: 5. L O L • Press the button. 6. Why •...
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 16. Can this wait? Bluetooth® Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 17. Bye for now Uconnect® Phone. When this happens, the connection 18. When can we meet? can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/on.
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Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 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 166: General Information
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Pressing the Voice Command button while the WARNING! system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or Any voice commanded system should be used only change commands.
Page 168: Commands
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To hear the first available Menu, press the Voice Com- Main Menu mand button and say “Help” or “Main Menu”. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. You may say “Main Menu” to switch to the Commands main menu.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Radio AM • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Disc Mode Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) Mode To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you To switch to Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) mode, say may say the following commands: “Bluetooth Streaming”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 171: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — • “Main menu setup” or During the playback you may press the Voice Com- • “Switch to setup” mand button to stop playing memos. You pro- In this mode, you may say the following commands: ceed by saying one of the following commands: –...
Page 172: Seats
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Press the Voice Command button, say “System WARNING! Setup” and once you are in that menu then say “Voice • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or Training.” This will train your own voice to the system and will improve recognition.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position has been reached. Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 174: Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release CAUTION! the switch when the desired position is reached. Do not place any article under a power seat or WARNING! impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls.
Page 175: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down the lumbar support. Pushing upward or downward on the switch will raise and lower the position of the The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull support.
Page 176: Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/Rearward While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located under Adjustment the seat cushion and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once you have reached the desired Some models may be equipped with a manual front position.
Page 177: Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment - Recline
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment — WARNING! Recline To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 178: Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature - If Equipped
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature — Heated Seats — If Equipped If Equipped On some models, the front and rear seats may be equipped with heaters located in the seat cushions. To fold the seatback to the flat load-floor position, lift the recline lever and push the seatback forward.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of On models that are equipped with remote start, the heat in use.
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE approximately 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the number of illuminated LEDs changes from two to one, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting will turn OFF automatically after approximately 45 min- utes.
Page 181: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. approximately 60 minutes of continuous operation. At Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of that time, the number of illuminated LEDs changes from heat in use.
Page 182: Head Restraints
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ventilated seat switches are located on the switch during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting Sys- bank in the center stack of the instrument panel, just tem — If Equipped” in “Things to Know Before Starting below the climate controls.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Active Head Restraints — Front Seats To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily downward on the head restraint.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- WARNING! (Continued) straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift WARNING! upward on the head restraint to raise it, or push down- ward on the head restraint to lower it. Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered position could result in serious injury or death in a collision.
Page 187: 60/40 Split Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Power Folding Third Row Head Restraints 60/40 Split Rear Seat For improved visibility when in reverse, the third row Fold-Flat head restraints can be folded using a switch, located on The second row seats can be folded flat to carry cargo. the instrument panels switch bank.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold-Flat Second Row Seat Release Lever Easy Access For Third Row 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located behind the seatback. Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Tumble Strap Tumbled Second Row WARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the second row seats in the tumbled position. The second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third (Continued)
Page 190: Rear Captain Chairs - If Equipped
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Captain Chairs — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Fold-Flat row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury. The second row seats can be folded flat to carry cargo. Pull upward on the release lever located on the outboard To Raise Rear Seat side of the seat.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Fold-Flat Second Row Seats Release Lever Easy Access For Third Row 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located behind the seatback. Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury. 3. If your vehicle is equipped with a mini console there is a stepping pad to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 To Raise Rear Seat Tumbled the seat rearward and lock it into place. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
Page 194: Folding Third Row
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Third Row Both third row seats can be folded forward to increase the cargo area. To lower either seat pull on the release handle located on back of the seat and lower the seat using the pull strap located next to the release handle.
Page 195: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 To raise the seat, pull the seat toward you using the strap DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED located on the back of the seat. This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles for easy recall through a memory WARNING! switch.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: • The (S) button, which is used to activate the memory save function • The (1) and (2) buttons which are used to recall either of two pre-programmed memory profiles.
Page 197: Programming The Memory Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 Programming The Memory Feature Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go NOTE: To create a new memory profile, perform the 1. Insert the ignition key fob, and turn the ignition switch following: to the ON/RUN position. Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go 2.
Page 198: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Before programming your RKE transmitters you must select the “Remote Linked to Memory” feature • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center memory profile.
Page 199: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 3. Once the profile has been recalled, press and release Driver One Memory Position Recall the SET (S) button on the memory switch, then press • To recall the memory settings for driver one using the and release button (1) or (2) accordingly.
Page 200: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the greater than or equal to 2.7 in (67.7 mm) forward of the MEMORY buttons during a recall (S, 1, or 2). When a rear stop.
Page 201: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy Entry and Easy Exit position. NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the programmable features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 202: Lights
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore differ- ent lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
Page 204: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for This system automatically turns the headlights on or off further information. according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch to the A (AUTO) position.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle spe- 2. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight cific light and automatically switches from high beams to position. low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view. 3.
Page 206: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles equipped with an Electronic Vehicle Information Center The Daytime Running Lights (low intensity) come on (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center whenever the engine is running, and the transmission is (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features”...
Page 207: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when the headlight switch is rotated to the off position, or the high beam is selected. Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating wheel on the right side of the headlight switch) is rotated to the its farthest upward position, or if equipped, when...
Page 208: Lights-On Reminder
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom- Lights-On Reminder eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on to its farthest position up until you hear a click. This after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when feature is termed the “Parade”...
Page 209: Front Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 NOTE: Battery saver mode is cancelled if the ignition is Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night time visibility. To turn the lights off, press the switch a Front Map/Reading Lights second time.
Page 210: Courtesy Lights
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy Lights Ambient Light The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a feature.
Page 211: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows steering column. on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 212: Flash-To-Pass
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released. High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel to switch the headlights to high beam.
Page 213: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 CAUTION! (Continued) turned off, and the blades cannot return to the “park” position, damage to the wiper motor may occur. Intermittent Wiper System Use one of the four intermittent wiper settings when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable delay between cycles, desirable.
Page 214: Windshield Washer Operation
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. Intermittent Wiper Operation NOTE: If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
Page 215: Mist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 If the end of the lever is pushed while the wipers are in NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer the off position, the wipers will operate for several wipe pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the cycles, then turn off.
Page 216: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped when ice, or dried salt water is present on the This feature senses moisture on the windshield and windshield.
Page 217: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 • Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN ignition is ON, and the transmission is in the NEU- This feature allows you to tilt the steering column TRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will not upward or downward.
Page 218: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To This feature allows you to tilt the steering column lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering upward or downward.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic steering column to pre- programmed positions.
Page 220: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate. The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start wheel has only one temperature setting.
Page 221: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the WARNING! right side of the steering wheel. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the steering wheel heater.
Page 222: To Activate
220 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 223: To Resume Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/OFF set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to speed memory.
Page 224: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on EQUIPPED moderate hills is normal. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control while traveling On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so on highways and major roadways.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 preset following distance, while matching the speed of WARNING! (Continued) the vehicle ahead. • The ACC system: • Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, WARNING! and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped vehicle in a •...
Page 226: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Cruise Control system has two control modes: WARNING! • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an You should switch off the ACC system: appropriate distance between vehicles. • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, •...
Page 227: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise Control. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) You can only activate ACC if the vehicle speed is above 18 mph (30 km/h). When the system is turned on and in the READY state, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) dis- plays “Adaptive Cruise Ready.”...
Page 228: To Activate
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the automatic transmission is in PARK, RE- VERSE or NEUTRAL. • When pushing the RES + button without a previously set speed in memory. To Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise Control Ready.”...
Page 229: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 WARNING! Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on when not in use is dangerous. You could acciden- tally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the system off when you are not using To Set A Desired ACC Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the...
Page 230: To Cancel
228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will not be controlling the distance be- To Cancel tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle The system will disable ACC without erasing the speed will only be determined by the position of the memory if: accelerator pedal.
Page 231: To Turn Off
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 To Resume Speed Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set speed. NOTE: You can resume ACC from a minimum of 18 mph (30 km/h).
Page 232: To Vary The Speed Setting
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Vary The Speed Setting Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph (1 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by the button results in a decrease of 1 mph (1 km/h).
Page 233: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 Setting The Following Distance In ACC The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between 3 (long), 2 (medium), and 1 (short). Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Distance Setting 2 Distance Setting 1 To change the distance setting, press the Distance button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting adjusts between long, medium, and short. If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- cator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed auto- ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if matically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of necessary.
Page 236: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE provide an additional acceleration based on your current cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer. The speed. The acceleration is triggered by indicating a left information it displays depends on ACC system status. turn signal.
Page 237: Display Warnings And Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 • Driver Override • System Off • ACC Proximity Warning • ACC Unavailable Warning • The EVIC will return to the last display selected after five seconds of no ACC display activity. Display Warnings And Maintenance “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”...
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” message can sometimes be displayed while driving in highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or ice and snow). The ACC system will recover after the vehicle has left these areas.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should When the condition that deactivated the system is no examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive an obstruction.
Page 240: Precautions While Driving With Acc
238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ACC Unavailable Warning Precautions While Driving With ACC If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection FCW Unavailable, Vehicle System Error”, there may be a issues.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 to the vehicle ahead. The offset vehicle may move in and the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume out of the line of travel, which can cause your vehicle to your original Set Speed.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic lane in which you are traveling.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 Narrow Vehicles Stationary Objects And Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they vehicles.
Page 244: General Information
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a normal (fixed speed) Cruise Control mode is available for cruis- ing at fixed speeds. The normal Cruise Control mode is designed to maintain a set cruising speed without requir- ing the driver to operate the accelerator.
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 To Vary The Speed Setting WARNING! There are two ways to change the set speed: In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will • Use the accelerator pedal to adjust the vehicle to the not react to vehicles ahead.
Page 246: Forward Collision Warning - If Equipped
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system provides the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set the driver with audible and visual warnings (within the speed.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 • When entering or driving in a curve, the FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than vehicles such as guard rails or sign posts based on the course predic- tion. This is expected and is a part of normal FCW activation and functionality.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing FCW Status The FCW feature can be set to far, set to near or turned off in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- formation.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Example Only Example Only Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system NOTE: In the “Off” setting FCW OFF will be displayed from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle in the EVIC.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE of the car, stationary objects that are far away, oncom- ing traffic, or leading vehicles with the same or higher rate of speed. • FCW will be disabled like ACC below with the un- available screens.
Page 251: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 there is an internal system fault. Although the vehicle is speed is increased to approximately 7 mph (11 km/h) or still drivable under normal conditions, have the system above. A display warning will appear in the EVIC checked by an authorized dealer.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer- Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In- strument Panel” for further information. The ParkSense® Warning Display is located in the Instru- ment cluster’s EVIC display. It provides both visual and audible warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and the detected obstacle.
Page 253: Parksense® Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 ParkSense® Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display will turn ON indicating the system status. Park Assist System OFF The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC Park Assist System ON display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will...
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slow Tone Fast Tone...
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone...
Page 256: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous...
Page 257: Service The Parksense® Rear Park Assist System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 NOTE: The ParkSense® system will automatically dis- and the system has detected a faulted condition, the able when the system detects that a trailer with trailer EVIC will display the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE brakes has been connected to the Integrated Trailer Brake WIPE REAR SENSORS or PARKSENSE UNAVAIL- Module.
Page 258: Cleaning The Parksense® System
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE Cleaning The ParkSense® System position and ParkSense® is turned OFF, the EVIC will Clean the ParkSense® sensors with water, car wash soap display “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF” message for as and a soft cloth.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 rear fascia/bumper. Failure to do so can result in the CAUTION! system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to problem, causing the “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYS- TEM”...
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- • Drivers must be careful when backing up even mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- when using ParkSense®. Always check carefully bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure vehicle is not used for towing.
Page 261: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear EQUIPPED camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen appears again. Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
Page 262: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With Navigation/Multimedia Radio
260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView® to be able to using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
Page 263: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 4. Enable or disable the rear camera feature by selecting the “enable rear camera in reverse” soft-key. 5. Press the “save” soft-key. Turning ParkView® On Or Off — Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio 1. Press the “menu” hard-key. 2.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy Lights The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a second time. Front Map/Reading Lights To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is opened.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Sunglasses Bin Door GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED At the front of the console a compartment is provided for HomeLink® replaces up to three remote controls (hand- the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage ment access is a “push/push”...
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE HomeLink® Buttons/Overhead Consoles HomeLink® Buttons/Sunvisor/Headliner NOTE: HomeLink® is disabled when the Vehicle Secu- rity Alarm is active.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- gram while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in view.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is erase the channels.
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Non-Rolling Code 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button and observe the indicator light. For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- before 1995. ming is complete and the garage door/device should 1.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Program- 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. ming A Non-Rolling Code” Step 2 and follow all 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) remaining steps.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button 3. Without releasing button proceed with and observe the indicator light. “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- follow all remaining steps.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when WARNING! the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Troubleshooting Tips while you are training the universal transceiver. Do If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, not train the transceiver if people, pets or other here are some of the most common solutions:...
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automati- do not leave the key in the ignition switch (or leave cally from any position.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express sult in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect the sunroof.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 Wind Buffeting Ignition OFF Operation Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of For Vehicles Not Equipped With The Electronic Vehicle pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the Information Center (EVIC) ears.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS NOTE: • All accessories connected to the “battery” powered Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small outlets should be removed or turned off when the electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 The front power outlet is located inside the storage area In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power on the center stack of the instrument panel. outlet located in the storage area of the center console. Front Power Outlet Front Center Console Outlet...
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If your vehicle is equipped with a rear full center console, The rear cargo power outlet is located in the right rear there is also a power outlet located in the lower storage cargo area.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel Fuse Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 — M7 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel 2 — M6 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Front Console 3 —...
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the back of the center console to convert DC current to AC current. This outlet can power cellular phones, electron- ics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts.
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter WARNING! manually press the power inverter button OFF and ON. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings To avoid serious injury or death: •...
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 CUPHOLDERS Rear Cupholders Rear Center Arm Rest Cupholders — If Equipped Front Seat Cupholders There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the fold-down center armrest. located in the center console.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Full Console Cupholders — If Equipped The rear full console cupholders are equipped with a light ring that illuminates the cupholders for the rear There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers passengers.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Rear Mini Console Cupholders — If Equipped STORAGE There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers Glove Compartment located in the front of the rear mini console. The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Door Storage Front Center Console Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy The front center console contains both an upper and a access. lower storage area. Door Panel Storage Storage Compartment...
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the the small latch located on the lid. lower storage compartment. Storage Compartment Latches Lower Storage Compartment...
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Full Center Console (If Equipped) The rear full center console contains both an upper and a lower storage area. Upper Storage Compartment Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the lower storage compartment.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 CAUTION! (Continued) area. Damage may occur to upper console lid and device cables when upper storage compartment is lifted forward. Lower Storage Compartment The upper storage compartment may also be lifted forward. Push in the release button located on the back of the lid. CAUTION! Remove any items stored in the console cupholders or devices with cords routing through upper storage...
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When lifted forward there is access to the lower storage NOTE: When the lower storage compartment is accessed compartment. it allows the armrest to flip forward for “fold flat mode”. Fold flat mode allows the console armrest to be lowered below fold flat seat plane and protect the armrest vinyl from damage when using the vehicle to haul cargo.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 Open storage areas, or cubby bins with removable liners, are located rearward of the cupholders and in the lower front of the console. Console Cubby Bin CARGO AREA FEATURES Rechargeable Flashlight Console Cubby Bins The rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the left side of Rear Mini Center Console (If Equipped) the cargo area.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE bulbs and is powered by rechargeable lithium batteries that recharge when snapped back into place. Press in on the flashlight to release it. Three-Press Switch Cargo Storage There is a removable storage bin located on the left side of the rear cargo area.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped WARNING! NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or cause injury.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits • To help protect against personal injury, passengers described on the label attached to the left door or should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear left door center pillar.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the mul- tifunction lever on the left side of the steering column. The rear wiper/washer is operated by rotating a switch, located at the middle of the lever.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE release of the switch, the wipers will resume the continu- Rear Window Defroster ous rear wiper operation. When this rotary control is in the OFF position, rotating it downward will activate the The rear window defroster button is located on rear washer pump which will continue to operate as long the climate control panel.
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry weight Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must the heating elements: not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly •...
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Deploying the Crossbars Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends of the crossbar. 1 — Side Rail 2 — Crossbar The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying Thumb Screw capacity of the vehicle.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 Remove the crossbar from the stowed position by sliding CAUTION! the crossbar towards the center of the roof. Repeat with crossbar on the opposite side. Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position the crossbars across the roof making sure the crossbar is fully deployed with the crossbar pushed as far letters on the crossbars align with the matching letters on into the slot as possible. Once the crossbar is in place, the side rail.
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 301 CAUTION! Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle. Starting with the one crossbar, bend up the pivot sup- ports at each end. Deployed Crossbars Stowing the Crossbars Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Then, position the crossbar along the correct side rail. Make sure the letters on the crossbar align with the matching letters on the side rail. Crossbar To Side Rail Once the driver’s side crossbar is in place, tighten the thumb screws completely.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 303 Tightening Crossbar Stowed Crossbars Repeat the procedure to stow the second crossbar on the NOTE: • To help control wind noise, stow the crossbars in the opposite side. side rails when they are not in use. •...
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Load should always be secured to cross bars first, • To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO with tie down loops used as additional securing NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without the points if needed.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 305 WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
Page 309: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ..336 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..311 ▫ Fuel Economy ......337 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Compass / Temperature Display ..341 ▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ..363 ▫ Customer-Programmable Features Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO ..364 (System Setup) .
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 ▫ Connecting The iPod® Or External USB ▫ Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 Device ......381 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1.
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ System Information ....407 ▫ Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped ....427 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —...
Page 313: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Headlight Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Hood Release 3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin 13 —...
Page 314: Instrument Cluster
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 315: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- 1. Tachometer nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- CAUTION! (Continued) quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure placement equipment that is not of the same size, as intended.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, WARNING! poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced stays on through several of your typical driving cycles.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL system. If this light remains on after several ignition 5. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles Light — If Equipped (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the trol (ESC) is off.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the NOTE: If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have for a defective outside light bulb. the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 13. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) White Display/Odometer Display Telltale Area The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- This area will display the EVIC reconfigurable white hicle has been driven. U.S. Federal regulations require telltales.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 15. Hill Descent Indicator — If Equipped 19. Air Bag Warning Light The symbol illuminates (is armed) when the This light will turn on for four to eight seconds 4WD Lock switch is activated and the trans- as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first mission range indicator is in LOW or REVERSE turned to the ON/RUN position.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) SET 24. Electronic Speed Control ON This light will turn on when a ACC has been This light will turn on when the electronic SET. For further information, refer to “Adap- speed control is ON.
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 27. Brake Warning Light The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic This light monitors various brake functions, system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is including brake fluid level and parking brake indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on application.
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know CAUTION! (Continued) Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. drops back into the normal range. If the pointer 30. Temperature Gauge remains on the “H” and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately and call an autho- The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- rized dealer for service.
Page 326: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC consists of the following: (EVIC) • System Status The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- • Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • DOWN Button Press and release the DOWN button to scroll downward through the main menus and sub-menus. • SELECT Button Press and release the SELECT button for access to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per- sonal setting in the setup menu.
Page 328: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Five Second Stored Messages Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of The EVIC display consists of three sections: message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen.
Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Unstored Messages Until RUN When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays the following messages: These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start • Vehicle Not in Park feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition is in the RUN state.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Left front turn signal lamp out • Normal Cruise Ready — When Adaptive Cruise Con- trol (ACC) system is turned off and Normal (Fixed • Right front turn signal lamp out Speed) Cruise Control mode is available. Refer to •...
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • ACC Cancelled — To disable the ACC system. Refer to • Brake — If the ACC system predicts that its maximum “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding braking level is not sufficient to maintain the set The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Ignition or Accessory On that limits functionality. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of • Ignition or Accessory On Lights On Your Vehicle” (if equipped). • Oil temp high Speed may be limited •...
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • Remote start active — Insert Key and Turn to Run • Service All Wheel Drive System • Memory 1 profile set • All Wheel Drive System in neutral • Memory 2 profile set • ECO — Fuel Saver Indicator •...
Page 334: Evic White Telltale Lights
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EVIC White Telltale Lights steering system. You will lose power steering assistance momentarily until the over temperature condition no This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- longer exists. Once driving conditions are safe, then pull tales.
Page 335: Evic Amber Telltale Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator EVIC Amber Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- This light will turn on to indicate the wind- tales. These telltales include: shield washer fluid is low. •...
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Liftgate Ajar • Charging System Light This light will turn on to indicate that liftgate This light shows the status of the electrical charg- may be ajar. ing system. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle).
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 check. If the light does not come on during starting, have chime will sound after reaching a set threshold. Further the system checked by an authorized dealer. overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass H, the indicator will continuously flash and a continuous If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool.
Page 338: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle Engine Oil Change Indicator System or faster, with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the Oil Change Due light goes off. Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system.
Page 339: Fuel Economy
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Fuel Economy Press and release the UP/DOWN buttons until one of the 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to following Fuel Economy Functions displays in the EVIC: the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.) •...
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL (MDS) (if equipped) allows the engine to operate on four Distance To Empty (DTE) cylinders, or if you are driving in a fuel efficient manner. Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level.
Page 341: Vehicle Speed
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 Vehicle Speed Trip A This feature allows you to monitor your vehicle speed on Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last the EVIC display, press and release the SELECT button to reset.
Page 342: Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trans Temperature Press the UP and DOWN button to scroll through the available information displays, then press SELECT to Displays the actual transmission temperature. display any one of the following choices. • Engine Hours Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Displays the number of hours of engine operation.
Page 343: Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Display — If Equipped and release the UP and DOWN buttons if there is more than one message to step through the remaining stored When the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to messages. Pressing the BACK button takes you back to change ignition switch positions, the Keyless Enter-N- the Main Menu.
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The system will display the last known outside NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to an environment free from large metallic objects such as be driven several minutes before the updated tempera- buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, ture is displayed.
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, 2. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Setup Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass (Customer-Programmable Features) menu is reached, module is located, and it can cause interference with the then press the SELECT button.
Page 346: Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Compass Calibration 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the calibration. The “CAL” indicator will be displayed in If the compass appears erratic and the CAL indicator the EVIC. does not appear in the EVIC display, you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually, as follows: 5.
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the the feature showing the system has been activated, or the following choices. check-mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated. Select Language Auto Unlock Doors When in this display you may select one of five lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when...
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When Unlock All Doors On 1st Press is selected, all of RKE Linked To Memory the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE When this feature is selected, you can use your RKE transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 seat features will automatically turn on when tempera- Horn With Remote Start tures are below 40° F (4.4° C). When temperatures are When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will above 80° F (26.7° C) the driver vented seat will turn on. occur when the RKE transmitter REMOTE START button These features will stay on through the duration of is pressed.
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headlamp Off Delay system has been activated or the check-mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated. When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytime when exiting the vehicle.
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat Key-Off Power Delay location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set When this feature is selected, the power window to ON) when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the switches, radio, hands-free system (if equipped), DVD door.
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL highlighted, then press and release the SELECT button Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) — If until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing Equipped that the setting has been selected. This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) without having to press the RKE transmitter lock Hill Start Assist (HSA) —...
Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 Auto High Beams (Available With SmartBeam™ been deactivated. When this feature is deactivated, the Only) system reverts to the standard intermittent wiper opera- tion. When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights will deactivate automatically under certain conditions. To Blind Spot Alert —...
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in and release the SELECT button until a check-mark ap- the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is pears next to the feature showing the system has been not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned.
Page 355: System Status
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 been selected. Refer to “Rear Park Assist System” in Calibrate Compass “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for sys- Refer to “Compass Display” for more information. tem function and operating information. Compass Variance Display Units Of Measure In: Refer to “Compass Display”...
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: • Tires heat up during normal driving conditions. Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 psi (14 to 41 kPa) during normal driving conditions. Refer to “Tires-General Information/Tire Inflation Pres- sures”...
Page 357: Uconnect® 730N/430/430N Cd/Dvd/Hdd
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 Uconnect® 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — Uconnect® 130 If Equipped Refer to your Uconnect® 730N, 430 or 430N user’s manual for detailed operating instructions. Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped Refer to “Voice Command” for further details. Operating Instructions (Uconnect®...
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping, until you release it. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second TIME Button time to turn off the radio.
Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the treble tones.
Page 360: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding Memory button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to Buttons 1 - 6 commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you button.
Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 363: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited. When •...
Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal VBR bit rate. CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). MPEG Sampling Fre- Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after...
Page 365: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 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 366: Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio
364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode Press this button to change the display to time of day. The NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With Press 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 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ RW/FF SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL con- Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons trol knob to save time change. causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows.
Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL seconds will allow the program format type to be se- control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the lected.
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16-Digit Character 16-Digit Character Program Type Program Type Display Display Information Inform Sports Sports Jazz Jazz Talk Talk News News Top 40 Top 40 Nostalgia Nostalga Weather Weather Oldies Oldies By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Personality Persnlty is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency...
Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 SETUP Button button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1–6) you wish to lock onto this Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between station and press and release that button. If a button is the following items: not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET/ •...
Page 372: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 Inserting Compact Disc(s) These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM label facing up.
Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. CAUTION! (Continued) NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on • Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). away and jam the player mechanism.
Page 374: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or Playback of MP3 Files VBR bit rates. When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps)
Page 377: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a time priority mode. single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or before writing to the disc.
Page 378: Operating Instructions (Uconnect® Phone) - If Equipped
376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Radio. This service offers over 130 channels of music, device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up.
Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Selecting Uconnect® Multimedia (Satellite) Mode Number (ESN/SID) Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. Please have the following information available when A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite calling: radio mode.
Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the remain tuned to the new channel until you make another form of short audio mutes. selection. Holding either button will bypass channels without stopping until you release it. •...
Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 RW/FF By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons channel with the same selected Music Type name. causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows.
Page 382: If Equipped
380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Buttons 1 - 6 Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you and press and release that button.
Page 383: Connecting The Ipod® Or External Usb Device
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate Uconnect® radio User’s Manual for iPod® or external USB device support capability. • Connecting an iPod® or consumer electronic audio device to the AUX port located in the radio faceplate, plays media, but does not use the iPod®...
Page 384: Using This Feature
382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The audio device can be played on the vehicle’s sound without damaging it while closing the lid. If a cut out is not available in the center console base, route the cable system, providing metadata (artist, track title, album, away from the lid latch and in a place that will allow the etc.) information on the radio display.
Page 385: Play Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 • Jump forward in the current track by pressing and Play Mode holding the FF>> button. When switched to iPod®/USB/MP3 control mode, the • A single press backward << RW or forward FF>> will iPod® or external USB device automatically starts Play mode.
Page 386: List Or Browse Mode
384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pressing the REPEAT button will change the audio List Or Browse Mode device mode to repeat the current playing track or During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described press the VR button and say Repeat ON or Repeat below, will bring up List mode.
Page 387 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 • During all List modes, the iPod® displays all lists in • To exit List mode without selecting a track, press the “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode. of the list, just turn the wheel backward (counter- •...
Page 388: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
386 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- Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons treme heat or cold can alter the operation or dam- age the device.
Page 389: Uconnect® Multimedia - Video
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 Selecting Different Audio Device Browse Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth Streaming 1. Press PHONE button to begin. Audio (BTSA) device. Only the current song that is 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say playing will display info.
Page 390: Single Video Screen
388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When the Video Screen are open and a DVD is inserted into the VES™ player, the screen turns on automati- cally, the headphone transmitters turn on and play- back begins. Single Video Screen NOTE: Typically there are two different ways to operate the features of the Video Entertainment System (VES™).
Page 391 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 2. Insert the DVD with the label facing up. The radio automatically selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized and displays the menu screen or starts playing the first track. 3. Ensure the VES™ Remote Control and the Headphone switch is on Channel 1.
Page 392 390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls. If a channel list appears on the right side of the screen, touch the HIDE LIST soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls screen.
Page 393 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 NOTE: The “1” and “2” soft-keys are displayed for the headphone channels. Touch 1 or 2 based on which channel you want to change, select the new mode from the available list on the right. Modes that are unavailable are greyed-out.
Page 394: Play Video Games
392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Viewing a DVD on the Touch-Screen radio screen is not available in all states/provinces, and the vehicle must be stopped, and the shift lever must be in the PARK position for vehicles with automatic transmis- sion.
Page 395 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 When connecting an external source to the AUX input, be sure to follow the standard color coding for the VES™ jacks: NOTE: Certain high-end video games, such as Playsta- tion3 and XBox360 will exceed the power limit of the vehicle’s Power Inverter.
Page 396 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES 3. Touch the 1 soft-key and then touch AUX 1 in the VES Controls. If a channel list is displayed, press the HIDE column. To exit press the back arrow soft-key at the LIST soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls screen.
Page 397: Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1 Ensure the Remote Control and Headphone switch is on Channel 2. Using The Remote Control 1. Press the SOURCE button on the Remote Control and the Mode Select Screen will display, unless a video is playing then only a small banner will appear on the bottom of the screen.
Page 398 396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES 3. To listen to an audio source on Channel 2 while a Controls. If a channel list is displayed, press the HIDE video is playing on Channel 1, touch the 2 soft-key and LIST soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls screen.
Page 399: Important Notes For Single Video Screen System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 Important Notes For Single Video Screen System Play A DVD Using The Touch-Screen Radio • VES™ is able to transmit two channels of stereo audio 1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE or LOAD hard-key on the simultaneously. radio faceplate (Touch-Screen).
Page 400 398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Remote Control NOTE: • Channel/Screen 1 select mode information is shown 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control. on the left side of the screen. 2. While looking at Screen 1, highlight DISC by either •...
Page 401 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 NOTE: • To view a DVD on the radio press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key, on the radio faceplate, then touch the DISC tab soft-key and then the VIEW VIDEO soft-key. • Viewing a DVD on the Touch-Screen radio screen is not available in all states/provinces, and the vehicle must be stopped, and the shift lever must be in the PARK position for vehicles with automatic transmis-...
Page 402: Ves™ Remote Control - If Equipped
400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL VES™ Remote Control – If Equipped audio while the screen is closed, press the Power button to turn the headphone transmitter on. 2. Channel Selector Indicators – When a button is pressed, the currently affected channel or channel button is illuminated momentarily.
Page 403 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 – In radio modes, press to seek the next tunable 10. PROG Up/Down – When listening to a radio mode, station. In disc modes, press and hold to fast forward pressing PROG Up selects the next preset and press- through the current audio track or video chapter.
Page 404: Remote Control Storage
402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15. SETUP – When in a video mode, press the SETUP 18. ENTER – Press to select the highlighted option in a button to access the display settings (see the display menu. settings section) or the DVD Setup menu. When a / NEXT –...
Page 405: Locking The Remote Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 player (if equipped). If the vehicle is not equipped with a DVD player, follow the radio’s instructions to turn Video Lock on. The radio and the video screen(s) indicate when Video Lock is active. • Pressing the Video Lock again or turning the ignition OFF turns Video Lock OFF and allows remote control operation of the VES™.
Page 406: Headphones Operation
404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headphones Operation The headphones receive two separate channels of audio using an infrared transmitter from the video screen. Front seat occupants receive some headphone audio coverage to allow them to adjust the headphone volume for the young rear seat occupants that may not be able to do so for themselves.
Page 407: Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 • When both switches are on Channel 2, the Remote is Controls controlling Channel 2 and the headphones are tuned to The headphone power indicator and controls are located the audio of the VES™ Channel 2. on the right ear cup.
Page 408: Replacing The Headphone Batteries
406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Replacing The Headphone Batteries How Long Does the Coverage Last? This warranty lasts as long as you own the Product. Each set of headphones requires two AAA batteries for operation. To replace the batteries: What Does This Warranty Cover? Except as specified below, this warranty covers any Product that in normal •...
Page 409: System Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 may not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or You may register your Unwired® wireless headphones consequential damages, so the above limitation may not online at www.unwiredtechnology.com or by phone at apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal 1-888-293-3332.
Page 410 408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL mode, but not change stations until the radio mode is The VES™ can even control radio modes or video modes changed to a mode that is different from the VES™ while the radio is turned off. The VES™ can access the selected radio mode.
Page 411 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 Information Mode Display to the items called out by number, the remaining infor- mation displays the current status of the source (such as station frequency, name, preset or track number, song title, artist name, album name, etc.). 1.
Page 412 410 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Channel 2 Shared Status – When the icon is displayed, 8. Channel 2 ENTER Button Action – When the ENTER the audio for Channel 2 is also shared with the radio button on the remote control is pressed with the and playing through the cabin speakers.
Page 413 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 Mode Selection Menu always the default selection. The mode can be changed for either Channel/Screen 1 or Channel/Screen 2 using the remote control. Use the remote control’s navigation buttons ( , , , ) to navigate through the available modes, and then press the remote control’s ENTER button to select the mode.
Page 414 412 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Numeric Keypad Menu screen makes it easy to enter a specific tuner frequency, satellite channel, or track number. To enter the desired digit: 1. Press the remote control’s navigation buttons ( , ) to navigate to the desired digit. 2.
Page 415 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 413 navigation buttons ( , ) to find the desired station, Disc Menu press the remote control’s ENTER button to tune to that station. To jump through the list more quickly, navigate to the Page Up and Page Down icons on the screen. Disc Menu For CDs When listening to a CD Audio or CD Data disc, pressing the remote control’s MENU button displays a list of all com-...
Page 416 414 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Display Settings settings are already set for optimum viewing, so there is no need to change these settings under normal circum- stances. To change the settings, press the remote control’s navi- gation buttons ( , ) to select an item, then press the remote control’s navigation buttons ( , ) to change the...
Page 417 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 415 • Close the video screen. • DVD-Audio discs (2 channel audio output only) • To change the current audio mode, press the remote • Audio Compact Discs (CDs) control’s SOURCE button. This will automatically se- •...
Page 418 416 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DVD/BD Region Codes Recorded Discs The VES™ DVD player and many DVD discs are coded The VES™ DVD player will play CD-R and CD-RW discs by geographic region. These region codes must match in recorded in CD-Audio or Video-CD format, or as a order for the disc to play.
Page 419 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 417 • For multi-session CDs that contain only multiple CD- Do not use adhesive labels as they may separate from the Audio sessions, the player will renumber the tracks so disc, become stuck, and cause permanent damage to the each track number is unique.
Page 420 418 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Any file that is copy protected (such as those down- • To change the current directory, use the remote con- loaded from many online music stores) will not play. trol’s PROG UP and Down buttons or Rewind/skip The DVD player will automatically skip the file and back and fast fwd/skip forward.
Page 421 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 419 The DVD player may shut down during extremely hot Display conditions, such as when the vehicle’s interior tempera- Other Language Setup ture is above 120°F. When this occurs, the DVD player will display VES High Temp and will shut off the VES™ displays until a safe temperature is reached.
Page 422 420 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When the entire four-digit code is entered, press the All of the Language settings have a special Other setting to accommodate languages other than Japanese or Eng- remote control’s ENTER button. If the language code is lish.
Page 423 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 421 them where lower numbers are designated for all audi- ences and higher numbers are designated for more adult audiences. When a DVD-Video disc is loaded, its rating is compared to the setting in the DVD player. If the rating of the disc is higher than the setting in the player, a Password screen is displayed.
Page 424 422 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • After the four-digit password is entered, press the To set the password, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: remote control’s ENTER button to accept the change. • Using the remote control Left and Right cursor but- tons, select the Rating tab.
Page 425 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 423 • Using the remote control’s Up and Down cursor To set the rating, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: buttons, select the new rating level, and then press the remote control’s ENTER button to accept the change. •...
Page 426: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
424 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL General Information This system complies with Part 15 of the FCC Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration.
Page 427: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 425 Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/CD/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next HDD/AUX/VES, etc.). track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a beginning of the previous track if it is within one second...
Page 428: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
426 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, precautions: or have protection encoding.
Page 429: Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 427 CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped • The Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) allows both driver and front passenger seat occupants to select individual comfort settings.
Page 430 428 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Recirculation Control Button 7. Front Defrost Button Press and release to change the current setting, the Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when ON. indicator illuminates when ON. Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode.
Page 431 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 429 10. Auto Temperature Control Button 13. Mode Control Button Controls airflow temperature, distribution, volume, and Press and release to select between Modes (Panel, Bi- the amount of air recirculation automatically. Press and Level, Floor, Mix). Performing this function will cause the release to select.
Page 432 430 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Rear Control Button NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for Provides the rear seat occupants with independent blower cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts and temperature control. Push the button to activate the the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide rear climate control and allow the rear seat occupants comfort as quickly as possible.
Page 433 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 431 Manual Operation The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by adjusting the blower control outer dial. The fan will now This system offers a full complement of manual override operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are features.
Page 434 432 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bi-Level Mode Defrost Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor Air comes from the windshield and side window outlets and defrost outlets. demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side win- NOTE: In many temperature positions, the Bi–Level dow defrosting.
Page 435: Rear Climate Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 433 outlets. If Economy mode is desired, press the A/C pressing the Recirculation control button. Recirculation button to turn off the A/C mode in the ATC display and mode should only be used temporarily. The recirculation deactivate the A/C system.
Page 436 434 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The rear blower and temperature controls for the rear seat passengers are located in the headliner, near the center of the vehicle. If the rear system is off, changing the rear setting to a position other than off will turn the rear system on. If both the front and rear systems are off, the rear system will not turn on.
Page 437 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 435 Only when the Rear Control Icon is illuminated do the Rear Temperature Control second row seat occupants have control of the rear Only when the Rear Control Icon is illuminated do the blower speed. second row seat occupants have control of the rear temperature control knob.
Page 438: Operating Tips
436 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bi-Level Mode turning the air conditioning (pressing the A/C button) on will clear the fog. Adjust the temperature control, air Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the direction, and blower speed to maintain comfort. floor outlets.
Page 439: Summer Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 437 Summer Operation Vacation Storage Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service NOTE: In some cases during high temperature trailer (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air tow operation the Air Conditioning system performance conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the may be reduced.
Page 440: Operating Tips Chart
438 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Chart...
Page 441: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock....452 STARTING PROCEDURES ....444 ▫...
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ▫ 5.7L Engine ......486 (Three-Position Switch) (5.7L Engine) – ▫...
Page 443 STARTING AND OPERATING 441 ▫ Ready Alert Braking ....499 ▫ Radial Ply Tires ..... .514 ▫...
Page 444 442 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Materials Added To Fuel ....537 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) ..521 ▫ Fuel System Cautions....538 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .
Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 ▫ Towing Requirements ....557 ADDING FUEL ......543 ▫...
Page 446: Starting Procedures
444 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-...
Page 447: Keyless Enter-N-Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 445 Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated CAUTION! Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage ing precautions are not observed: •...
Page 448: Normal Starting
446 STARTING AND OPERATING Installing And Removing The ENGINE NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button should only START/STOP Button be removed or inserted with the ignition in the OFF position (OFF position for Keyless Enter-N-Go™). Installing The Button Normal Starting 1. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch. Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 2.
Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN START/STOP Button (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after 1.
Page 450: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
448 STARTING AND OPERATING • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time If Engine Fails To Start to change the ignition switch to the RUN position (EVIC displays “IGNITION MODE RUN”), WARNING! • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to •...
Page 451 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 3. Press and release the ENGINE START/STOP button WARNING! (Continued) once. • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster The starter motor will engage automatically, run for cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster 10 seconds, and then disengage.
Page 452: After Starting
450 STARTING AND OPERATING The starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 sec- The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one onds. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to The engine block heater cord is located: 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”...
Page 453: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure CAUTION! those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is ing precautions are not observed: running.
Page 454: Key Ignition Park Interlock
452 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Children should be warned not to touch the park- if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If ing brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. •...
Page 455: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the (refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System” in key fob in the ignition switch to warn you that this safety this section). To drive, move the shift lever from PARK or feature is inoperable.
Page 456: Gear Ranges
454 STARTING AND OPERATING left or right (-/+) while in the DRIVE position will select NOTE: the highest available transmission gear, and will display • After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow that gear in the instrument cluster as 3, 2, 1. the selected gear to engage before accelerating.
Page 457 STARTING AND OPERATING 455 When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 459 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you REVERSE must cycle the ignition switch from the OFF posi- This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING automatically upshifts through underdrive first, second, WARNING! (Continued) and third gears, direct fourth gear and overdrive fifth practices that limit your response to changing traffic gear. The DRIVE position provides optimum driving or road conditions. You might lose control of the characteristics under all normal operating conditions.
Page 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 in direct gear regardless of which forward gear is se- 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no lected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to longer detected, the transmission will return to normal operate.
Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any WARNING! vehicle speed. When the shift lever is in the DRIVE position, the transmission will operate automatically, Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a shifting between all available gears.
Page 463: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (5.7L Engine) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 Overdrive Operation The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are The automatic transmission includes an electronically self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new controlled Overdrive (fifth gear). The transmission will vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
Page 464: Gear Ranges
462 STARTING AND OPERATING the highest available transmission gear, and will display NOTE: that gear in the instrument cluster as 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. • After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold.
Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463 When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 466 464 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you REVERSE must cycle the ignition switch from the OFF posi- This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING automatically upshifts through underdrive first and sec- WARNING! (Continued) ond gears, direct third gear and overdrive fourth and practices that limit your response to changing traffic fifth gears. The DRIVE position provides optimum driv- or road conditions. You might lose control of the ing characteristics under all normal operating conditions.
Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 transmission shift schedule and expand the range of temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- torque converter clutch engagement. This is done to proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to prevent transmission damage due to overheating. achieve maximum efficiency.
Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- driven to an authorized dealer for service without dam- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your aging the transmission.
Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 gears 1 though 3 are underdrive gears, and ERS 4 is direct To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the shift lever to drive. ERS 5 and 6 (Overdrive gears ) are the same as the the right (+) until “D”...
Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode The automatic transmission includes an electronically When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a controlled Overdrive (fourth and fifth gears). The trans- heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- mission will automatically shift into Overdrive if the curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to activate TOW/ following conditions are present:...
Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 the default at engine start-up. If TOW/HAUL mode is desired, the switch must be pressed each time the engine is started. Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. A clutch within the torque converter engages automati- cally at calibrated speeds.
Page 474: All-Wheel Drive Operation
472 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: cause damage to the transmission. The torque con- verter will refill within five seconds after starting the • The torque converter clutch will not engage, and the engine. transmission will not shift into the top overdrive gear, until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION warm [usually after 1 to 3 miles (2 to 5 km) of driving].
Page 475: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Three-Position Switch) (5.7L Engine) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 473 Electronically Shifted Transfer Case This electronically shifted transfer case provides three (Three-Position Switch) (5.7L Engine) – mode positions: If Equipped • All-wheel drive automatic range (AWD AUTO) This is an electronic shift transfer case and it is operated •...
Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING by rotating the AWD Control Switch to the desired If All Shift Conditions Are Met: position. Refer to “Shifting Procedure” for specific shift- 1. The current position indicator light will turn OFF. ing instructions. The LOW RANGE position is designed for loose, slippery road surfaces only.
Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all WARNING! (Continued) the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal case position have been met. To retry the selection, turn injury.
Page 478 476 STARTING AND OPERATING Because all-wheel drive provides improved traction, For additional information on the appropriate use of each there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping transfer case mode position, see the information below: speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. AWD AUTO WARNING! All-Wheel Drive Auto Range –...
Page 479: Shifting Procedure
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 • If all the requirements to select a new transfer case position have been met, the current position indicator Neutral – This range disengages both the front and rear light will turn OFF, the selected position indicator light driveshafts from the powertrain.
Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. NOTE: If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the shift or 3. While still rolling, rotate the AWD control switch to if they no longer are being met while the shift attempt is the desired position.
Page 481: On-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 479 4. Hold down the NEUTRAL “pin” switch (with a pen, NOTE: If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a “To etc.) for four seconds until the LED light by the switch Tow Vehicle Safely, Read Neutral Shift Procedure in starts to blink indicating shift in progress.
Page 482: Off-Road Driving Tips
480 STARTING AND OPERATING turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this WARNING! type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover. Do not drive in 4WD-LOW Range on dry pavement; driveline damage may result.
Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 Flowing Water CAUTION! If the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph run-off), avoid crossing until the water level recedes (8 km/h). Always check water depth before entering, and/or the flow rate is reduced.
Page 484: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
482 STARTING AND OPERATING transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contami- Hill Climbing nated. Contaminated fluid (milky, foamy in appearance) NOTE: Before attempting to climb a hill, determine the should be flushed/changed as soon as possible to pre- conditions at the crest and/or on the other side.
Page 485: Traction Downhill
STARTING AND OPERATING 483 Traction Downhill WARNING! Shift the transmission into a low gear, and the transfer If the engine stalls, you lose forward motion, or case into LOW range. Let the vehicle go slowly down the cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, hill with all four wheels turning against engine compres- never attempt to turn around.
Page 486: Power Steering
484 STARTING AND OPERATING • Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle. WARNING! Check tires, body structure, steering, suspension, and exhaust system for damage. Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might •...
Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. likely the vehicle has lost power steering assistance. Refer The system will vary its assist to provide light efforts to “Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC)” in “Under- while parking and good feel while driving. If the electro- standing Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 488: L Engine
486 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
Page 489: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- WARNING! pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho- rized dealer. Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. CAUTION! Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
Page 490: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only - If Equipped
488 STARTING AND OPERATING If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated The foot operated parking brake is located below the level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the surfaces.
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 When the parking brake is applied with the ignition parking brake should always be applied whenever the switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in driver is not in the vehicle. the instrument cluster will illuminate. WARNING! NOTE: •...
Page 492: Electronic Brake Control System
490 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), and do not parking brake released, a brake system malfunction leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with is indicated.
Page 493: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! (Continued) This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of under adverse braking conditions. The system controls others. hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.
Page 494: Brake Assist System (Bas)
492 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC system is in the “Partial Off” mode. Refer to “Elec- WARNING! tronic Stability Control (ESC)” in this section for further • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- information. ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase Brake Assist System (BAS) the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 495: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 493 applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce WARNING! (Continued) engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will or other vehicles. The capabilities of an ERM- occur. ERM will only intervene during very severe or equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck- evasive driving maneuvers.
Page 496 494 STARTING AND OPERATING the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appro- WARNING! priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, •...
Page 497 STARTING AND OPERATING 495 AUTO Range (All-Wheel Drive Models) Or features of ESC function normally. This mode is intended Two-Wheel Drive Models to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESC would nor- mally allow is required to gain traction.
Page 498: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
496 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving AWD AUTO range or NEUTRAL to AWD LOW range, with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or the ESC system will be in the “Partial Off” mode. gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”...
Page 499: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
STARTING AND OPERATING 497 stop the trailer from swaying. TSC is disabled when the system will release brake pressure in proportion to the ESC system is in the “Partial Off” mode. amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended direction of travel.
Page 500 498 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! • If you use a trailer brake controller with your There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than 8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and when the system will not activate and slight rolling deactivated with the brake switch.
Page 501: Ready Alert Braking
STARTING AND OPERATING 499 Ready Alert Braking WARNING! (Continued) Ready Alert Braking may reduce the time required to • HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the reach full braking during emergency braking situations. parking brake fully when leaving your vehicle. It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may Also, be certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
Page 502: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
500 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/ ESC OFF Indicator Light Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
Page 503: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 501 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • 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 504 502 STARTING AND OPERATING • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded ample: T145/80D18 103M.
Page 505 STARTING AND OPERATING 503 EXAMPLE: 15 = 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 — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 506: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
504 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 507 STARTING AND OPERATING 505 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) — 01 means the year 2001 — Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured.
Page 508: Tire Terminology And Definitions
506 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 509: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 507 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-Pillar Location for Tire And Loading Information Placard...
Page 510 508 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading...
Page 511 STARTING AND OPERATING 509 XXX kg” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load the weight referenced here.
Page 512 510 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 513: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 511 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 514: Tire Inflation Pressures
512 STARTING AND OPERATING stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause erratic to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the and unpredictable steering response.
Page 515: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 513 • Inspect tires for signs of tire wear or visible damage. Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind CAUTION! when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the winter.
Page 516: Radial Ply Tires
514 STARTING AND OPERATING loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial Ply Tires tion. Refer to your authorized tire or original equipment vehicle dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, WARNING! loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly.
Page 517: All Season Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 515 Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and on ice. Summer tires will not contain the all season additional information. designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use summer tires only in sets of four; failure to Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme-...
Page 518: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped
516 STARTING AND OPERATING original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. tire inflation pressures. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be...
Page 519: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 517 Do not install more than one compact spare tire and spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as wheel on the vehicle at any given time. your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the WARNING! first opportunity.
Page 520: Tire Spinning
518 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 521: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 519 tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to replacement tires in this section for further informa- tion. Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: •...
Page 522: Replacement Tires
520 STARTING AND OPERATING Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
Page 523: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 521 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 524 522 STARTING AND OPERATING • Install on Rear Tires Only CAUTION! • Due to limited clearance, the Security Chain Company To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the (SCC) Super Z6 low profile traction device or equiva- following precautions: lent is recommended on P265/60R18 or 265/50R20 •...
Page 525: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 523 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 526: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
524 STARTING AND OPERATING The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross” The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about shown in the following diagram. 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease.
Page 527 STARTING AND OPERATING 525 The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn (parked for more than three hours) tire placard pressure off until the tire pressure is at or above recommended of 33 psi (227 kPa).
Page 528 526 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures have failure or condition.
Page 529: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 527 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, A tire pressure monitoring sensor is located in the spare and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in wheel, if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full-size the tire.
Page 530 528 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information. housings. The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash 4.
Page 531: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 529 will turn OFF the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound, a Light” as long as none of the road tires are below the “SERVICE TPM SYSTEM” message will be displayed for a minimum of five seconds, and the “Tire Pressure low pressure warning threshold.
Page 532 530 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to regularly Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain the proper pressure. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) consists of the illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- following components:...
Page 533 STARTING AND OPERATING 531 pressure value(s) will stop “flashing,” and the Tire Pres- sure Monitoring Telltale Light will extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information.
Page 534 532 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same Radio Frequencies as the TPM sensors. 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals. 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
Page 535 STARTING AND OPERATING 533 • If your vehicle is not equipped with a matching However, the system still needs to be serviced as long as the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message exists. full-size spare wheel and tire assembly, it does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor in the spare tire.
Page 536: General Information
534 STARTING AND OPERATING • This device must accept any interference received, solid, and the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds and including interference that may cause undesired op- then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value. eration.
Page 537: L Engine - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 535 of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it will not as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline engines. before considering service for the vehicle.
Page 538: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
536 STARTING AND OPERATING The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- Problems that result from using gasoline containing lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro- Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol vide excellent performance and durability of engine and are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may fuel system components.
Page 539: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 537 To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content E-85 perform the following: of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether •...
Page 540: Fuel System Cautions
538 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentrations performance: of methanol.
Page 541: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 539 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 542: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
540 STARTING AND OPERATING E-85 Fuel Cap E-85 Badge Ethanol Fuel (E-85) CAUTION! E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can 15% unleaded gasoline. operate on E-85.
Page 543: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 541 When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: WARNING! • you do not add less than 5 gallons (19 Liters) when Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could refueling cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- •...
Page 544: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
542 STARTING AND OPERATING engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be Starting caused by these deposits, a supplemental gasoline The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use additive, such as MOPAR® Injector Cleanup or when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the Techron may be used.
Page 545: Replacement Parts
STARTING AND OPERATING 543 Replacement Parts Maintenance Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are CAUTION! designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your patible parts.
Page 546 544 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under 2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler the headlamp switch). cap. Fuel Filler Door Release Switch Fuel Filler Cap...
Page 547 STARTING AND OPERATING 545 CAUTION! WARNING! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the system could result from using an improper fuel vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is cap (gas cap).
Page 548: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
546 STARTING AND OPERATING • Tighten the gas cap about one-quarter turn until you 5. Pull the release cable. hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is properly tightened. • If the gas cap is not tighten properly, the MIL will come on.
Page 549: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 547 will display in the EVIC telltale display area. Refer to included on this label and indicates the Month, Day and “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un- Hour of manufacture. The bar code that appears on the derstanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 550 548 STARTING AND OPERATING Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the Curb Weight system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full components sometimes specified by purchasers for in- capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo...
Page 551: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 549 front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is TRAILER TOWING within the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted In this section you will find safety tips and information from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do specified weight limitations are met.
Page 552 550 STARTING AND OPERATING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle WARNING! (Continued) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for you use a standard weight-carrying hitch, you could further information. lose control of your vehicle and cause a collision. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem-...
Page 553 STARTING AND OPERATING 551 Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping It is important that you do not exceed the maximum link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 554 552 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- • An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used system may reduce handling, stability, and braking for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to performance, and could result in a collision.
Page 555 STARTING AND OPERATING 553 Without Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect) With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct)
Page 556: Trailer Hitch Classification
554 STARTING AND OPERATING tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) Class III - Heavy Duty...
Page 557: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 555 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. GCWR (Gross Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine Model Combined Wt. Frontal Area (Gross Trailer Tongue Wt. Rating) Wt.) (See Note)
Page 558: Trailer And Tongue Weight
556 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of • The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the vehicle and trailer. Failure to load trailers heavier in the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and front is the cause of many trailer collisions.
Page 559: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 557 Consider the following items when computing the Towing Requirements weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- • The tongue weight of the trailer train components, the following guidelines are recom- mended.
Page 560 558 STARTING AND OPERATING Perform the maintenance listed in the “Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) Schedule.” Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not proper maintenance intervals. When towing a trailer, overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
Page 561 STARTING AND OPERATING 559 • Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe WARNING! (Continued) and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to • GCWR must not be exceeded. “Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Oper- • Total weight must be distributed between the tow ating”...
Page 562 560 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher This could cause inadequate braking and possible brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
Page 563 STARTING AND OPERATING 561 Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- pin wiring harness.
Page 564: Towing Tips
562 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include an adaptive drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
Page 565: Snow Plow
STARTING AND OPERATING 563 If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 min- City Driving utes of continuous operation, then change the transmis- When stopped for short periods of time, shift the trans- sion fluid and filter(s) as specified for “police, taxi, fleet, mission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
Page 566: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
564 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Do not add a snow plow, winches, or any other aftermarket equipment to the front of your vehicle. This could adversely affect the functioning of the airbag system and you could be injured. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the...
Page 567: Recreational Towing - Rear-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 565 Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Rear-Wheel All-Wheel Drive Models Ground Drive Models Dolly Tow Front NOT AL- NOT ALLOWED LOWED Rear NOT ALLOWED On Trailer 3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Shift the transmission Recreational Towing – Rear-Wheel Drive Models into PARK.
Page 568: Recreational Towing - All-Wheel Drive Models
566 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- cause severe transmission damage. Damage from ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer improper towing is not covered under the New case damage.
Page 569 STARTING AND OPERATING 567 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Failure to follow these procedures can cause severe • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Inter- transmission and/or transfer case damage. Damage nal damage to the transmission or transfer case will from improper towing is not covered under the occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 570 568 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop and shift the WARNING! (Continued) transmission into PARK. position disengages both the front and rear drive- 2. Turn OFF the engine. shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move, even if the transmission is in PARK.
Page 571 STARTING AND OPERATING 569 7. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (located by the selector switch) for four seconds, until the light behind the N symbol starts to blink, indicating shift in progress.
Page 572 570 STARTING AND OPERATING 11. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure NOTE: that there is no vehicle movement. • Steps 1 through 6 are requirements that must be met 12. Turn OFF the engine. prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue to be met until the four seconds elapse and 13.
Page 573 STARTING AND OPERATING 571 Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it con- nected to the tow vehicle. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3.
Page 574 572 STARTING AND OPERATING 8. After the NEUTRAL (N) button has been released, the NOTE: transfer case will shift to the position indicated by the • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met selector switch. prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must 9.
Page 575: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ....590 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...574 ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ....592 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 576: Hazard Warning Flashers
574 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank just above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 577: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 575 supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat WARNING! (Continued) from the engine cooling system. you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time CAUTION! to cool.
Page 578: Jack Location
576 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location WARNING! (Continued) The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The in rear cargo area, below the load floor. vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.
Page 579: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577 drive” nut. The nut is located under a plastic cover at the center-rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the liftgate opening. Thumb Screw Location Spare Tire Stowage The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by Spare Tire Location means of a cable winch mechanism.
Page 580: Spare Tire Removal
578 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down. Impact type tools can damage the winch mechanism. Spare Tire Removal 1. Remove the jack tools from the bag. 2. Raise the rubber mat and remove the plug from storage compartment floor.
Page 581 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579 4. Slide the tire out from under the vehicle and rotate it 5. Spread the retaining tabs on the plastic plate and pull vertically behind the rear bumper. the metal stamping toward you to release it from the plastic plate.
Page 582 580 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Slide the metal stamping up the steel extension tube 7. Pinch the three short and two long tubes to remove the and winch cable. Rotate the metal stamping and push protective plate from the steel spare wheel. it through the hole in the plastic plate and wheel.
Page 583: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 581 Preparations For Jacking 3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, away from NOTE: Passengers should not remain traffic. in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to moving traffic, pull far enough off...
Page 584 582 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the be raised.
Page 585 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 583 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by 3. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange turning them to the left, one turn, while the wheel is just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular still on the ground.
Page 586 584 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Front Jack Location Lift Point On Sill Molding 4. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
Page 587 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 585 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 7.
Page 588 586 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage.
Page 589 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 587 11. Insert the two long tubes on the plastic protective plate in the lug holes of the road wheel. Push the end of the winch’s cable, spring, steel sleeve and stamped cone shape wheel plate though the road wheel and protective plate.
Page 590 588 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 12. Slide the road wheel on the ground using the protec- NOTE: Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the tive plate until it is directly under the winch and underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable between the rear bumper and exhaust system heat may result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose.
Page 591: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 589 14. Reinstall the plastic plug into the floor of the cargo Road Tire Installation area. Roll up and store the Jack, Tool Kit and Tire 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. Changing Instructions. Reinstall the cover for the jack in the rear storage bin.
Page 592: Jump-Starting
590 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack wrench while at the end of the handle for increased follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and leverage.
Page 593 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 591 WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 594: Jump-Starting Procedure
592 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- Jump-Starting Procedure cal accessories. WARNING! 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote posi- tive (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to Failure to follow this procedure could result in per- remove it.
Page 595 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 593 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery. the reverse sequence: 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the 6.
Page 596: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
594 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be CAUTION! achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less. Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets more than 2 seconds, you must press the brake pedal to draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not engage DRIVE or REVERSE.
Page 597 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 595 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to may lead to transmission overheating and failure. transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en- It can also damage the tires.
Page 598: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
596 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the vehicle stranded off road.
Page 599: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 597 4. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the 6. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access shift lever override access cover (located on the bot- hole, and push and hold the override release lever tom of the cupholder).
Page 600 598 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing Wheels OFF RWD MODELS AWD MODELS Condition the Ground Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: See instructions in “Recreational • Transmission in NEUTRAL Towing” under “Starting and • 30 mph (48 km/h) max Operating”...
Page 601: Without The Key Fob
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 599 If the key fob is unavailable or the battery is discharged, Rear-Wheel Drive Models refer to “Shift Lever Override” in “What To Do In The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with Emergencies” for instructions on shifting the automatic all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
Page 602: All-Wheel Drive Models
600 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be wheels on the ground), IF the transfer case is in NEU- towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than TRAL and the transmission is in PARK. Refer to “Recre- 15 miles (24 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the ational Towing”...
Page 603: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .612 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..603 ▫...
Page 604 602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ....630 ▫ Front Turn Signal .....650 ▫...
Page 605: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 606: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 607: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 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 drivability.
Page 608: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II formation. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the SELECT button to turn off the message.
Page 609: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 4. 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 610: Maintenance Procedures
608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 611: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a CAUTION! (Continued) fully warmed engine is shut off, or before starting the • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids engine after it has sat overnight. that protect the performance and durability of your Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-...
Page 612 610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa- This symbol means that the oil has tion.
Page 613 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 611 Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa- SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating tion. temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 614: Engine Oil Filter
612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR® engine oil filters are a high quality oil Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and filter and are recommended.
Page 615: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 613 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection WARNING! The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid used to assure most efficient service.
Page 616: Air Conditioner Maintenance
614 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer battery that the positive cable is attached to the at the start of each warm season.
Page 617 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 615 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- tioning system.
Page 618 616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- place the filter: 1. Open the glove compartment and remove all contents. 2. Push in on the sides of the glove compartment and lower the door.
Page 619: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter MOPAR® Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera- pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should cover.
Page 620 618 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield.
Page 621: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 619 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press blade holder.
Page 622: Exhaust System
620 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some Exhaust System washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance. the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system system.
Page 623 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 621 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 624 622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 625: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623 Cooling System for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically WARNING! down the face of the condenser. Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, You or others can be badly burned by hot engine cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 626 624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than visible sediment, clean and flush with OAT coolant specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- (antifreeze) that meets the requirements of Chrysler gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine Material Standard MS-12106.
Page 627 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 628 626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. engine cooling system.
Page 629 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.
Page 630: Brake System
628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
Page 631 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and should be conducted.
Page 632: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 633: Transfer Case
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 631 The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to CAUTION! 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage then CAUTION! and cause them to leak. Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage Selection Of Lubricant them and cause them to leak.
Page 634: Automatic Transmission
632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Fluid Automatic Transmission Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole, Selection Of Lubricant when the vehicle is in a level position. It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
Page 635 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 633 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid speci- nents.
Page 636 634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the brake CAUTION! pedal. • If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your au- 4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posi- thorized dealer immediately. Severe transmission tion (allowing time for the transmission to fully en- damage may occur.
Page 637 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635 ONLY the recommended fluid (see Fluids, Lubri- CAUTION! cants, and Genuine Parts for fluid specifications). After adding any quantity of oil through the dipstick If the fluid temperature is below 50°F (10°C) it may tube, wait a minimum of two minutes for the oil to not register on the dipstick.
Page 638: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission What Causes Corrosion? is disassembled for any reason. Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion The most common causes are: Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion •...
Page 639 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 640 638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, CAUTION! de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These •...
Page 641 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 639 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt stain.
Page 642 640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Headlights cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win- dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may stone breakage than glass headlights.
Page 643: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 641 Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR® Total Clean, a mild soap solution, or lukewarm water.
Page 644 642 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Power Liftgate 40 Amp Power Seat Pink Module Green 30 Amp Trailer Tow 30 Amp E-Brake Pink Pink 25 Amp Driver Door Node 30 Amp Headlamp Wash...
Page 645 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 643 Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Front Cabin Fan/ 20 Amp Front/Rear Washer Green Blower Blue Control 40 Amp Starter Motor 25 Amp Sunroof Module Green Solenoid Natural 20 Amp...
Page 646 644 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Cigar Lighter 10 Amp Heating, Ventilation Yellow & Air Conditioning (Climate Control 20 Amp Power Outlet #2 System) Yellow (Switchable) 30 Amp Radio/Amplifier 20 Amp...
Page 647 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 645 Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Power Seat 25 Amp Automatic Shut- Yellow Module(s)/ Natural down 1 and 2 Adaptive Cruise 15 Amp Instrument Cluster Control/Audio Blue Telematics/ 20 Amp...
Page 648 646 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Fuel Pump Motor 10 Amp Tire Pressure Yellow Output/Diesel Lift Monitor – If Pump (Export Equipped Only) 15 Amp J1962 Diag 10 Amp Driver Door Switch Blue...
Page 649: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 647 Cavity Car- Mini Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the totally integrated power mod- Fuse ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is 10 Amp Park Assist properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do Module/Climate so may allow water to get into the totally integrated Control System...
Page 650: Replacement Bulbs
648 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE You may: REPLACEMENT BULBS • Remove fuse #J13 in the Totally Integrated Power Interior Bulbs Module (TIPM) labeled Main Ignition-Off Draw (IOD). Bulb Number • Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Glove Box Lamp •...
Page 651: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 649 Exterior Bulbs BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb Number High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) – Headlamp – High Intensity Service at Autho- If Equipped Discharge (HID) rized Dealer The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube. Headlamp (Low Beam) High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the Headlamp (High Beam) 9005...
Page 652: Halogen Headlamps - If Equipped
650 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis- Front Turn Signal charge (HID) headlamps , when the headlamps are 1. Open the hood. turned on, there is a blue hue to the lamps. This dimin- ishes and becomes more white after approximately 2.
Page 653 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 651 2. Firmly grasp the bulb by the two latches and squeeze 4. Align the index tabs of the front fog lamp bulb with them together to unlock the bulb from the back of the the slots in the collar of the bulb opening on the back front fog lamp housing.
Page 654: Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps
652 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps 4. Twist socket counter clockwise and remove from lamp. 1. Raise the liftgate. 5. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 2. Remove the two push-pins from the tail lamp housing. 6.
Page 655: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 653 Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Rear License Lamp The center high-mounted stop lamp is an LED assembly. 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the See your authorized dealer for replacement. snap tab to remove the license lamp lens.
Page 656: Fluid Capacities
654 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.6L and 5.7L Engines 25 Gallons 94 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR®...
Page 657: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 655 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil –...
Page 658: Chassis
656 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission We recommend you only use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use Shell Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Page 659 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....660 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .658...
Page 660 658 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in indicator system. The oil change indicator system will “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 661 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 659 Required Maintenance At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Inspect engine cooling system protection and pages for required maintenance. hoses. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil •...
Page 662 660 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off- road or frequent trailer towing.
Page 663 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 661 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 664 662 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change automatic transmission fluid and filter, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. Change transfer case fluid.
Page 665 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 663 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 667: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Service Contract ..... .669 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ....667 WARRANTY INFORMATION .
Page 668 666 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Treadwear......673 ▫ Temperature Grades....674 ▫...
Page 669: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 667 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 670: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
668 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 671: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 669 In Mexico contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 672: Warranty Information
670 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 673: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 671 MOPAR® PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
Page 674: Publication Order Forms
672 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 675: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 673 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 676 674 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 677 INDEX...
Page 678 676 INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .222 All Wheel Drive (AWD).....472 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .625 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle .
Page 679 INDEX 677 Fluid Level Check ..... . .632 Master Cylinder ......629 Fluid Type .
Page 680 678 INDEX Light ....... .292 Climate Control ......427 Luggage Carrier .
Page 681 INDEX 679 Coolant Level ......627 Dipsticks Disposal of Used Coolant ....627 Automatic Transmission .
Page 682 680 INDEX Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ....492 Fails to Start ......448 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .
Page 683 INDEX 681 Filters Fluid Level Checks Air Cleaner ......612 Automatic Transmission ....633 Air Conditioning .
Page 684 682 INDEX Ethanol ......536 Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ... .263 Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .
Page 685 INDEX 683 Hazard Warning Flasher ....574 Ignition ....... . .16 Headlights .
Page 686 684 INDEX Jack Operation ......575 Lights ....... . .112 Jump Starting .
Page 687 INDEX 685 Illuminated Entry ......24 Loading Vehicle ......547 Low Fuel .
Page 688 686 INDEX Mirrors ....... .120 Occupant Restraints ......50 Automatic Dimming .
Page 689 INDEX 687 Onboard Diagnostic System ....605 Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..508 Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ... .263 Power Operating Precautions .
Page 690 688 INDEX Quadra-Trac ......472 Recreational Towing ..... . .564 Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) .
Page 691 INDEX 689 Roll Over Warning ......5 Front Seat ......54 Roof Type Carrier .
Page 692 690 INDEX Service Contract ......669 Automatic Transmission ....444 Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) .
Page 693 INDEX 691 Sun Visor Extension ..... . .125 General Information .....511 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag .
Page 694 692 INDEX Tire Safety Information .....501 Trailer Weight ......555 Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .
Page 695 INDEX 693 Unleaded Gasoline ......534 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ....638 Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .
Page 696 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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