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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 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision tion.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Warnings And Cautions
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11: Table Of Contents
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System .....19 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...24 TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE ... . .43 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Extender .....59 SAFETY TIPS ......96 ▫...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ON/RUN.
Page 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Mechanical Latch On The Back Of The Key Fob Emergency Key Removal NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up.
Page 17: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Ignition Or Accessory On Message WARNING! Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Page 18: Sentry Key
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry WARNING! (Continued) (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) and a • Do not leave children or animals inside parked RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. vehicles in hot weather.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 CAUTION! CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some after-market remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting tended.
Page 20: Customer Key Programming
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors authorized dealer.
Page 21: To Arm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Arm The System exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further infor- Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: mation). 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to •...
Page 22 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- position. ously described arming sequences has occurred, the • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ , Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not.
Page 23: Security System Manual Override
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Security System Manual Override NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the “Dome ON”...
Page 24: To Unlock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above To Unlock The Doors disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE ter buttons for all RKE transmitters.
Page 25: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Flash Lights With Lock To Lock The Doors This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- ter to lock all doors.
Page 26: To Unlatch The Trunk
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlatch The Trunk NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times within five seconds to unlatch the trunk. switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic Alarm is activated.
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board. 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 28: General Information
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it distance, check for these two conditions: with rubbing alcohol.
Page 29: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • Battery at an acceptable charge level NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic • RKE PANIC button not pressed transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. • System not disabled from previous remote start event •...
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle To Enter Remote Start Mode Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The following messages will display in the EVIC if the Press and release the REMOTE START button vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- turely:...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle, 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, press and release the START/STOP button. the ignition must be cycled to the RUN position before NOTE: The message “Push Start Button”...
Page 32: Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward. To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent. To unlock the rear doors, pull the door lock knob on the door trim panel upward.
Page 33: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Power Door Locks WARNING! A power door lock switch is on each front door trim • For personal security and safety in the event of a panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) system. For further authorized dealer. Please see your authorized dealer for information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 35: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect® Set- tings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Page 36: Keyless Enter-N-Go
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle. KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • If the vehicle is unlocked by the RKE transmitter or Passive Entry and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm the theft alarm. To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver door handle, grab the front driver...
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side: If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Enter The Trunk NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless (1.5 m) of the deck lid, press the button on the right side another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit-...
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock both doors.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
Page 42: Windows
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control all the is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 To stop the window from going all the way down during WARNING! (Continued) the AUTO-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly. in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particu- AUTO-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection larly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and...
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger 2. Push the window switch down firmly to the second the auto-reverse function unexpectedly during auto- detent to open the window completely and continue closure.
Page 45: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 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 46: Trunk Safety Warning
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the With the ignition in the OFF position or the key removed button will operate. from the ignition switch, the Trunk Open symbol will display until the trunk is closed.
Page 47: Trunk Emergency Release
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Trunk Emergency Release As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism.
Page 48: Occupant Restraints
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS enhance occupant protection by managing occupant Some of the most important safety features in your energy during an impact event vehicle are the restraint systems: •...
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use rates of inflation based on several factors, including the child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should severity and type of collision.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your WARNING! (Continued) vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment between you and the door.
Page 51: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! (Continued) All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with • Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag lap/shoulder belts. Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) and/or Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) during deployment could cause The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during you to be severely injured or killed.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your • Two people should never be belted into a single vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat seat belt.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” Pulling Out The Lap/Shoulder Belt Latch Plate Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle...
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of up a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. above the webbing to release the anchorage, then move it The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- up or down to the position that fits you best. tion.
Page 57: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 you will prefer a higher position. When you release the Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions anchorage try to move it up and down to make sure that The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are it is locked in position.
Page 58: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the passenger seating position is equipped with an position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 ALR and is being used for normal usage: years old and under should always be properly re- strained in the rear seat.
Page 59: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 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 60: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 61: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat Belt Extender We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 62: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for air bags are located above the side windows and their Advanced Air Bags.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Air Bag Warning Light Advanced Front Air Bag Features • Steering Wheel and Column The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides output •...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! (Continued) Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may • Do not put anything on or around the air bag provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant covers or attempt to open them manually.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- WARNING! (Continued) brated to deploy the SAB and SABIC air bags during will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to impacts that require air bag occupant protection. your vehicle.
Page 68: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) enhanced protection and works together with the Driver The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 severity and type of collision. Advanced Front Air Bags Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are or rollover collisions.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC contains a backup power supply system that WARNING! may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning to protect you in a collision.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 are possible, based on several factors, including the Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag. The trim cover collision type and severity. The steering wheel hub trim separates and folds out of the way allowing the air bag to cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel inflate to the full size.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE between the occupant and the door. The SAB fully inflate to blink your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you in about 10 milliseconds. The side air bag moves at a very are not belted and seated properly, or if items are high speed and with such a high force that it could injure positioned in the area where the side curtain air bag...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 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 74 72 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 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 with air bag system electrical components. While the air WARNING! (Continued) bag system is designed to be maintenance free. If any of not function properly if modifications are made. the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any the air bag system immediately.
Page 76: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Event Data Recorder (EDR) These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 77: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Child Restraints Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all Standards.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Infants And Child Restraints reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat. Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until WARNING! they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of WARNING! (Continued) their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should collision. The child could be badly injured or remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for killed.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching simple 5-step test to decide whether the child can use the the child’s thighs and not their stomach? vehicle’s seat belt alone: 5.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – LATCH – Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only Restraint...
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 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 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can the rear-facing child restraint touch The child seat may touch the back of the the back of the front passenger seat? front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for more information.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window. These tether strap anchorages are under a plastic cover with the tether anchorage symbol on it.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu- to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten facturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 3. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for 7. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by that seating position. For some second row seats, you pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt may need to recline the seat and / or raise the head path.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back WARNING! into the retractor. For additional information on ALR, refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode” description un- Improper installation of a child restraint to the der “Occupant Restraints.”...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle...
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) will hear a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode. 1.
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by 2. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt behind the seat where you are placing the child path.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Adjustable Headrest Release Push Button Adjustable Headrest Downward Position...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. 5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Center Tether Attachment 1.
Page 97: Transporting Pets
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Transporting Pets While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly mental and should be avoided.
Page 98: Safety Tips
96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its WARNING! first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This • Do not leave children or animals inside parked should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
Page 99: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 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 100: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
98 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 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 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 102: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
100 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 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Power Mirrors ..... . .111 MIRRORS ......108 ▫...
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Operation ......125 ▫ Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone.
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 ▫ Folding Rear Seat .....210 ▫ SmartBeam™ — If Equipped ... . .220 ▫...
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Ambient Light......226 ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED ..237 ▫...
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 ▫ To Set A Desired ACC Speed ... . .248 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ......269 ▫...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE ....279 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..290 ▫...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 ▫ Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped with 60/40 CUPHOLDERS ......298 Split-Folding Rear Seat .
Page 110: Mirrors
108 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 111: Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror. NOTE: The passenger side convex outside mirror will give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to your vehicle.
Page 112: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped in both mirrors when you use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or open any door. This LED shines Some models have outside mirrors that are hinged. The outward to illuminate the front and rear door handles.
Page 113: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 NOTE: • The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not turned on when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature can be turned on and off using the Uconnect® System. •...
Page 114: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using the mirror control switch, press on any of the four Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. move.
Page 115: Slide-On-Rod" And Extender Features Of Sun Visor
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun visor, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the sun visor so it is parallel to the side window, grabbing the sun visor with your left hand pull rearwards until the sun visor is in the desired position.
Page 116: Blind Spot Monitoring - If Equipped
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- to let the driver know that the system is operational.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane BSM warning light remaining illuminated the entire on both sides of the vehicle (11 ft or 3.35 m). The zone time the vehicle is in a forward gear. starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- proximately 20 ft (6 m) to the rear of the vehicle.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 121: Rear Cross Path
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 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 vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 122 120 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 123: Modes Of Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Modes Of Operation turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime Three selectable modes of operation are available in the will also be sounded.
Page 124: Uconnect® Phone(4.3)
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Blind Spot Alert Off Uconnect® Phone(4.3) When the BSM system is turned off, there will be no Uconnect® 4.3 visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- systems.
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Screen Activated Features: For Uconnect® customer support: • Dialing via Keypad using touch-screen, • U.S. residents - visit www.UconnectPhone.com or call 1–877–855–8400. • Viewing and Calling contacts from Phonebooks dis- • Canadian Residents - visit www.DriveUconnect.ca or played on the touch-screen, call, 1-800-465–2001 (English) or 1-800-387-9983 •...
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE linked to the system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile WARNING! phone and one audio device can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or Any voice commanded system should be used only French languages.
Page 127: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 The Uconnect® Phone is fully integrated with the vehi- You will be prompted for a specific command and then cle’s audio system. The volume of the Uconnect® Phone guided through the available options. can be adjusted either from the radio volume control •...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “John Smith”. Please remember, the Uconnect® Phone do you want to call?” in the case where a phone call was works best when you talk in a normal conversational requested but the specific name was not recognized. tone, as if speaking to someone sitting a few feet/ The system utilizes continuous dialog;...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Cancel Command NOTE: • You must have Bluetooth® enabled on your phone to At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and you will be returned to the main menu. complete this procedure. •...
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth® en- 2. At the “Paired Phones” screen press the “Add Device” soft-key and a pop-up with instructions will appear. abled Audio Device. When prompted on the device, select the “Uconnect®”...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Disconnecting A Phone Or Audio Device Audio Device • Touch the “Settings” hard-key, Uconnect® Phone will automatically connect to the high- • Touch the “Phone/Bluetooth®” soft-key, est priority paired phone and/or Audio Device within •...
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite Book Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect® website for supported phones. • Touch the “Settings” hard-key, • To call a name from a downloaded mobile phonebook, •...
Page 133: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile • Once Emergency is touched, the Edit soft-key appears. phone is accessible. Touch the “Edit” soft-key and you will be given the choice to Edit Number or Reset to Default, •...
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Voice Commands (Dial by Saying a Number, Call by Call By Saying A Phonebook Name Saying a Phonebook Name, Redial, or Call Back), • Press the button to begin, • Mobile Phonebook, •...
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • Mute/unmute Recent Calls • Transfer the call to/from the phone You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the following call types: • Swap 2 active calls •...
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call NOTE: The Uconnect® Phone compatible phones in the Currently In Progress market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the only answer an incoming call or ignore it.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Toggling Between Calls the far end, a call on hold may not become active automatically. This is cell phone-dependent. If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), press the button until you hear a single beep, Redial indicating that the active and hold status of the two...
Page 138: Uconnect® Phone Features
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, continue on the Uconnect® Phone either until the call say “Emergency” and the Uconnect® Phone will in- ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates struct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency cessation of the call on the Uconnect®...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 NOTE: WARNING! • The roadside assistance number dialed is based on the Your phone must be turned on and connected to the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- Uconnect® Phone to allow use of this vehicle feature 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14- in emergency situations, when the mobile phone has 3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can use your Uconnect® Phone to access a voice mail You can also send stored mobile phonebook entries as system or an automated service, such as a paging service tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager or automated customer service line.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • Pauses, wait or other characters that are supported by • Touch the “More” hard-key, then touch the “Settings” some phones are not supported over Bluetooth®. soft-key, These additional symbols will be ignored in the dialing •...
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the Uconnect® Phone to play it on the vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situa- WARNING! tion, after successfully dialing a number the user may feel Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort...
Page 143: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Advanced Phone Connectivity Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone Voice Command The Uconnect® Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect®...
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Even though the system is designed for users speaking • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- • Even though international dialing for most number cents, the system may not always work for some.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness Power-Up to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the not the Uconnect® Phone. ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you •...
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 147: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • If your phone does not support phonebook download NOTE: or call log download over Bluetooth than these com- • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your mands will return a response that the contact does not mobile or favorite phone book.
Page 148: Uconnect® Phone (8.4/8.4N)
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Calling Back the last incoming call number (“Call Uconnect® Phone (8.4/8.4N) Back”). Uconnect® 8.4/8.4 Nav • View Call logs on screen (“Show incoming calls”, Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- “Show Outgoing calls”, “Show missed Calls”, “Show vehicle communications system.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • Sending a text message via the touch-screen. Uconnect® Phone allows you to transfer calls between the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit • Listen to Music on your Bluetooth® Device via the your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s touch-screen.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE mobile phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as Uconnect® Voice Command Button long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to The Uconnect® Voice Command Button is the vehicle’s Uconnect® Phone. The Uconnect® Phone only used for “barge in”...
Page 151: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • For certain operations, compound commands can be Operation used. For example, instead of saying “Call” and then Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® “John Smith” and then “mobile”, the following com- Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect®...
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Natural Speech The system utilizes continuous dialog; when the system requires more information from the user it will ask a Your Uconnect® Phone Voice system uses a Natural question to which the user can respond without pressing Language Voice Recognition (VR) engine.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • The vehicle must be in PARK. Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and 1. Press the “Phone” soft-key on the screen to begin. you will be returned to the main menu. 2.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Select Yes to begin the pairing process. Then, search for available devices on your Bluetooth® enabled mobile phone. When prompted on the phone, enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect® screen. •...
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Pair Additional Mobile Phones • Touch the “Settings” soft-key from the Phone main screen, • Next, touch the “Phone/Bluetooth®” soft-key, • Touch the “Add Device” soft-key, • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth® en- abled mobile phone.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Uconnect® Phone will display an in process screen You can also use the following VR commands to bring up the Paired Phone screen from any screen on the radio: while the system is connecting, •...
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 • Touch the + soft-key located to the right of the device Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device name, • The options pop-up will be displayed, Uconnect® Phone will automatically connect to the high- est priority paired phone and/or Audio Device within •...
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite Book Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect® website for supported phones. • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, • To call a name from a downloaded mobile phonebook, •...
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 • Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile appropriate number. Touch the + next to the selected phone is accessible. number to display the options pop-up. In the pop-up select “Add to Favorites”. •...
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. From the Phone main screen, select phonebook. From the phonebook screen, select the “Favorites” soft-key and then select the + soft-key located to the right of the phonebook record. Select an empty entry and touch the + on that selected entry.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 To Remove A Favorite • To remove a Favorite, select phonebook from the Phone main screen. • Next select Favorites on the left side of the screen and then touch the + Options soft-key. •...
Page 162: Phone Call Features
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency And Towing Assistance The Emergency and Towing Favorite numbers can only be altered. These cannot be deleted and the names cannot be changed. To change the Emergency or Towing number follow these steps.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 For example, if your mobile service plan provides three- NOTE: All of the above operations except Redial can be way calling, this feature can be accessed through the done with 1 call or less active. Uconnect®...
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Controls Touch-Tone Number Entry • Touch the “Phone” soft-key, The touch-screen allows you to control the following call features: • Touch the “Dial” soft-key, • Answer • The Touch-Tone screen will be displayed, •...
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 • All Calls Recent Calls You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the These can be accessed by touching the “recent calls” following call types: soft-key on the Phone main screen. You can also press the button and say “Show my incoming calls”...
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE call. Press the button to accept the call. To ignore the Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In call, touch the “Ignore” soft-key on the touch-screen. Progress You can also touch the “answer” soft-key or touch the To make a second call while you are currently on a call, caller ID box.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Toggling Between Calls Redial • Press the “Redial” soft-key, If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), touch the “Swap” soft-key on the Phone main screen. • or press the and after the “Listening”...
Page 168: Uconnect® Phone Features
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® Phone Features NOTE: • The Emergency call may also be initiated by using the Emergency Assistance touch-screen. If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is • The emergency number dialed is based on the country reachable: where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 in Mexico). Please refer to the Chrysler Group LLC WARNING! (Continued) 24-Hour “Roadside Assistance” coverage details in the network coverage and stays connected to the Warranty Information Booklet and on the 24–Hour Road- Uconnect®...
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When calling a number with your Uconnect® Phone that then send the corresponding phone number associ- normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence ated with the phonebook entry, as tones over the on your mobile phone keypad, you can utilize the phone.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Barge In — Overriding Prompts Phone And Network Status Indicators button can be used when you wish to skip part Uconnect® Phone will provide notification to inform you of a prompt and issue your voice command immedi- of your phone and network status when you are attempt- ately.
Page 172: Advanced Phone Connectivity
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF) keypad and still use the Uconnect® Phone (while dialing When you mute the Uconnect® Phone, you will still be via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise able to hear the conversation coming from the other caution and take precautionary safety measures).
Page 173: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The Uconnect® Phone And Mobile Phone during a voice command period. • Performance is maximized under: If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth® connection between a Uconnect®...
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • It is recommended that you do not store names in your • fully closed windows, favorites phonebook while the vehicle is in motion. • dry weather conditions, and • operation from the driver’s seat. •...
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Bluetooth® the “Messaging” button will be greyed out Read Messages: and the feature will not be available for use. If you receive a new text message while your phone is NOTE: Uconnect® Phone SMS is only available when connected to Uconnect®...
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options: • Send a Reply • Forward • Call Send Messages Using Soft-Keys: You can send messages using Uconnect® Phone. To send a new message: •...
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Send Messages Using Voice Commands: After the system confirms that you want to send your message to John Smith, your message will be sent. • Press the button, • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Send message to John Smith mobile”, •...
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List of Preset Messages: 10. I will be <number> minutes late. 1. Yes. 11. See you in <number> minutes. 2. No. 12. Stuck in traffic. 3. Okay. 13. Start without me. 4. I can’t talk right now. 14.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Bluetooth® Communication Link Power-Up Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the Uconnect® Phone. When this happens, the connection ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you can generally be reestablished by switching the phone must wait at least 15 seconds prior to using the system.
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: 7. Storing Dial tones in contact names is possible but only the first number encountered in a contact name 1. You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your will be sent. For example if there is a number stored in mobile or favorite phone book.
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 NOTE: 5. You can replace “248 555 1212” with any phone number supported by your Mobile phone. 1. You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send 6.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 185: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold VOICE COMMAND face and underlined in the gray shaded boxes. Uconnect® 8.4/8.4 Nav General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and The Uconnect®...
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If no command is spoken the system will say one of two WARNING! responses: Any voice commanded system should be used only • I didn’t understand in safe driving conditions following all applicable •...
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 These commands are universal and can be used from any Natural Speech menu. All other commands can be used depending upon Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in the active application. phrases or complete sentences.
Page 188: Uconnect® Voice Commands
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® Voice Commands Changing the Volume The Uconnect® Voice Command system understands 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command two types of commands. Universal commands are avail- button. able at all times. Local commands are available if the 2.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Starting Voice Recognition (VR) Session in Radio/Player Modes In this mode, you can say the following commands: NOTE: The commands can be said on any screen when a call is not active after pushing the Uconnect® Voice Command button.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 NOTE: 1. You can replace “950 AM” with any other AM or FM frequency, such as “98.7 FM”. 2. You can replace “80’s on 8” with any other satellite station name received by the radio. 3.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 NOTE: 1. You can replace the album, artist, song, genre, playlist, podcast and audio book names with any correspond- ing names on the current device that is playing. 2. You can replace “8” with any track on the CD that is currently playing.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 NOTE: 1. You can replace “NFL” with any league shown on the sports league screen. For example you can say “Show MLB headlines” or “Show PGA headlines”. 2. You can replace “Headlines” with any menu items shown on a league screen.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: 1. Only available with Navigation equipped vehicles. 2. You can replace “Player” with “Radio”, “Navigation”, “Phone”, “Climate”, “More” or “Settings”. 3. Navigation commands only work if equipped with Navigation. NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 199: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 NOTE: WARNING! 1. You can also say “Find City”, “Find Favorite”, “Find • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or Play by Category”, “Find Play by Name”, “Find outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in Recently Found”, “Where to?”...
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The passenger’s seat will move up or down, Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward forward or rearward. The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 201: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Reclining The Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat rearward. Push the seatback switch forward or rearward, belt, which could result in serious injury or death.
Page 202: Heated Seats - If Equipped
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE increase or decrease the lumbar support. Push the switch Heated Seats — If Equipped upward or downward to raise or lower the lumbar On some models, the front and rear seats may be support.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 Front Heated Seat Operations — Vehicles WARNING! (Continued) Equipped With Uconnect® 8.4 and 8.4 Nav: This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting Press the “Controls” soft-key located on the Uconnect® in a seat that has been overheated could cause display.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key within two to five minutes. once to select HI-level heating. Press the soft- key a second time to select LO-level heating. When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will Press the soft-key a third time to shut the heating provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes...
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Rear Heated Seats NOTE: • Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped with heated seats. The heated seat switches for these two to five minutes.
Page 206: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ventilated Seats — If Equipped Front Ventilated Seat Operation — Uconnect® 8.4/8.4 Nav: On some models, both the driver and passenger seats are ventilated. Located in the seat cushion and seatback are Press the “Controls” soft-key located on the bottom of the small fans that draw air from the seat surface through Uconnect®...
Page 207: Manual Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start select HI-level ventilation. Press the soft-key a second On models that are equipped with remote start, the time to select LO-level ventilation. Press the soft-key a driver’s ventilated seat can be programmed to come on third time to shut off the seat ventilation.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 209: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear. WARNING! The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu-...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Active Head Restraints — Front Seats The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Active Head Restraints (AHR). In the event of a rear impact the AHRs will automatically extend forward minimizing the gap between the back of the occupants head and the AHR.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 NOTE: The head restraints should only be removed by Rear Head Restraints qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If either The center head restraint has two positions, up or down. of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- When the center seat is being occupied the head restraint rized dealer.
Page 212: Folding Rear Seat
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area. To fold the rear seatback, pull on the loops located on the upper seatback. NOTE: These loops can be tucked away when not in use. Push Button NOTE: The outboard head restraints are not adjustable.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Rear Seatback Loop Folded Rear Seatback After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap.
Page 214: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! This feature allows the driver to store up to two different • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into memory profiles for easy recall through a memory position.
Page 215: Programming The Memory Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door Programming The Memory Feature trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: The (S) NOTE: Saving a new memory profile will erase an button, which is used to activate the memory save existing profile from memory.
Page 216: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To program your RKE transmitters, perform the follow- ing: • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a 1. Remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or change the memory profile.
Page 217: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 NOTE: Your RKE transmitters can be unlinked to your A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory settings by pressing the SET (S) button followed MEMORY buttons (S, 1, or 2) on the driver’s door during by the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter in Step 4 a recall.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the change the ignition to OFF, for vehicles equipped with driver’s seat position is less than 0.9 in (22.7 mm) Keyless Enter-N-Go), the driver’s seat will move about forward of the rear stop.
Page 219: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the Two latches must be released to open the hood. center front edge of the hood.
Page 220: Lights
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlight Switch To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open 8 in (20 cm) The headlight switch is located on the left side of approximately and then drop it.
Page 221: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the AUTO position. When the system is on, the headlight time delay feature is also on.
Page 222: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On With Wipers (Available with NOTE: Automatic Headlights Only) • The SmartBeam™ system can be turned on and off When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on using the Uconnect® System, refer to “Uconnect® approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on Settings”...
Page 223: Headlight Time Delay
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 To Activate Headlight Time Delay This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight for up to 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in an position.
Page 224: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped The Daytime Running Lights will turn On the first time the vehicle is shifted out of PARK, and remain On unless the Parking Brake is applied. Upon returning to the PARK position, the DRLs will turn Off.
Page 225: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on. NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights or parking lights on. However, selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
Page 226: Lane Change Assist
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: High/Low Beam Switch • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the multifunction lever a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam.
Page 227: Front Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Front Map/Reading Lights second time. The lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) is The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- pressed. head console. Front Map/Reading Light Switches Front Map/Reading Lights Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either...
Page 228: Courtesy Lights
226 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 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the left Dome Light Position dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of Rotate the left dimmer control completely upward to the the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders (if second detent to turn on the interior lights.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper System The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions and washer when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- or ACC position.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers CAUTION! To use the washer, push the multifunction lever inward • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving (toward the steering column) and hold it for as long as through an automatic car wash. Damage to the washer spray is desired.
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 Headlights On With Wipers (Available with WARNING! (Continued) Automatic Headlights Only) the windshield during freezing weather, warm the When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on windshield with the defroster before and during approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on windshield washer use.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the multifunction lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the sensitive, and wiper delay position 4 is the most sensi- following conditions: tive.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle down. To tilt the steering column, move the steering This feature allows you to tilt the steering column wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or upward or downward.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The power tilt/telescoping steering column lever is located below the multifunction lever on the steering column.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel warm your hands in cold weather.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Controls Soft-Key Heated Steering Wheel Soft-Key NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! (Continued) On models that are equipped with remote start, the • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering during a remote start.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. The switch is located on the front side of the driver’s seat cushion side shield. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control Sys- tem is on.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, WARNING! you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. to return the adjustable pedals to pre-programmed posi- You could lose control and have an accident.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- tronic Speed Control system has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 • The Electronic Speed Control may not engage if a WARNING! different size tire is installed on one wheel, such as the compact spare tire (if equipped). Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Vary The Speed Setting To Accelerate For Passing When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can in- Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the crease speed by pushing the RES (+) button. If the button pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes a radar WARNING! sensor designed to detect a vehicle directly ahead of you. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the NOTE: system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- •...
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Does not always fully recognize complex driving conditions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle conditions, which can result in wrong or missing ahead; and, most importantly, brake operation to distance warnings.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 NOTE: The system will not react to preceding vehicles. WARNING! (Continued) Always be aware of the mode selected. • When towing a trailer up or down steep slopes. You can change the mode by using the Cruise Control •...
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the ve- hicle 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 20 mph (32 km/h).
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 • 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 Ready.”...
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 • The system will not be controlling the distance be- tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle speed will only be determined by the position of the accelerator pedal. ACC Set Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Cancel The system will disable ACC without erasing the memory if: • You softly tap the brake pedal. • You depress the brake pedal. • You press the CANCEL switch. • The vehicle speed goes below 15 mph (25 km/h) •...
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 To Resume Speed To Vary The Speed Setting Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the pressing and holding the RES + button.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph Setting The Following Distance In ACC (1 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of The specified following distance for ACC can be set by the button results in a decrease of 1 mph (1 km/h).
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Distance Set 2 (medium) Distance Set 1 (short) To change the distance setting, press the Distance button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting adjusts between 3 (long), 2 (medium), and 1 (short).
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed. If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the ACC Activation). same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited;...
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 Brake Alert 3 Brake Alert 2...
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “ACC” or “Cruise” is highlighted in the EVIC. Status of the ACC or Cruise is also displayed in the menu line. Press and release the SELECT (right arrow) button to display the following information: Adaptive Cruise Control Off •...
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 • The EVIC will return to the last display selected after ACC SET five seconds of no ACC display activity. • When ACC is set, the set speed will display. Display Warnings And Maintenance •...
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so left these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path this could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and warning may temporarily occur.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 ACC Unavailable Warning If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Unavailable”, there may be a temporary malfunction that limits ACC functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily unavailable.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adding A Trailer Hitch The weight of a trailer/hitch may affect the performance of ACC. If there is a noticeable change in performance following the installation of a trailer/hitch, or if the ACC performance does not return to normal after removing the trailer/hitch see your authorized dealer.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 Using ACC On Hills When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions, and the steepness of the hills, ACC perfor- mance may be limited.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Changing ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 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 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information to the change of state from Adaptive Cruise Control to normal Cruise Control. “Cruise Ready” will be displayed FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems if the system was in ACC READY or ACC SET position. “Cruise Off”...
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 To Set A Desired Speed To Cancel When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, press the The system will disable normal Cruise Control without SET - button and release. The EVIC will display the set erasing the memory if: speed.
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Turn Off FCW monitors the information from the forward looking sensor as well as the Electronic Brake Controller (EBC), The system will turn off and erase the set speed in wheel speed sensors, i.e., to calculate a probable rear-end memory if: collision.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 setting provides less reaction time than the “Far” setting, WARNING! (Continued) which allows for a more dynamic driving experience. vehicle via braking and steering. Failure to follow Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system this warning could lead to serious injury or death.
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the FCW becomes disabled then a warning will display on the EVIC screen. FCW Unavailable Warning If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ FCW Unavailable, Service Required”, there may be a temporary malfunction that limits FCW functionality.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF ParkSense® can be active only when the shift lever is in EQUIPPED REVERSE. If ParkSense® is enabled at this shift lever position, the system will remain active until the vehicle The ParkSense®...
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® Warning Display ParkSense® Display The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display Sound and Display is selected from the Uconnect® will turn ON indicating the system status. System.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 Park Assist System Off Slow Tone 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 display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone...
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than...
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled using the Uconnect® System. The available choices are: Off, Sound When the ParkSense® Rear Park Assist system is mal- Only, or Sound and Display.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 • Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruc- tion and then cycle the ignition. If the message continues affect the performance of ParkSense®. to appear see an authorized dealer.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Objects such as bicycle carriers, trailer hitches, etc., WARNING! must not be placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear • Drivers must be careful when backing up even fascia/bumper while driving the vehicle. Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close when using ParkSense®.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 the screen. After five seconds this note will disappear. WARNING! (Continued) The ParkView® camera is located on the rear of the could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assem- vehicle above the rear License plate. bly, depending on its size and shape, giving a false When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView® should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView® camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With Touch—Screen Radio 1. Turn the Radio on. 2. Press the “More” soft-key. 3. Press the “Settings” soft-key. 4. Press the “Safety & Driving Assistance” soft-key. 5. Press the check box soft key next to “Parkview® Backup Camera”...
Page 282 280 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 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 Sunglasses Bin Door GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED At the front of the console a compartment is provided for HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ment access is a “push/push”...
Page 284 282 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 285 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 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 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink® button you want to program and the hand-held trans- mitter button.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, there may be a light that blinks when the garage door follow these steps: opener/device is in the LEARN/TRAIN mode.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To program the two remaining HomeLink® buttons, 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 Canadian/Gate Operator Programming 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- For programming transmitters in Canada/United States gram while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in that require the transmitter signals to “time-out”...
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 3. Without releasing button proceed with ming is complete and the garage door/device should “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and activate when the HomeLink® button is pressed. follow all remaining steps.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 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 programming the universal trans- If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, ceiver.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The term IC before the certification/registration num- General Information ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical speci- This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry fications were met. Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: POWER SUNROOF —...
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 WARNING! (Continued) Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/Run position). Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrap- ment may result in serious injury or death. •...
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop second.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re- Wind Buffeting sult in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disabled.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Off Operation Sunroof Fully Closed For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch sunroof is fully closed. will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS is turned to the LOCK position.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center console outlet is powered directly from the There is also a 12 volt power outlet located on the back of battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into the center console for rear passengers. This power outlet this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the has power available only when the ignition is placed in engine from starting.
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in sory bracket from the plug.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 Retractable Cover Front Cupholders...
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated and Cooled Cupholders — If Equipped Press the “Cold” symbol once to turn on the cupholder; press the symbol a second time to turn the cupholder off. Your vehicle may be equipped with heated and cooled Press the “Hot”...
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 301 Rear Seat Cupholders Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest On some vehicles the rear cupholders are equipped with between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned a light ring that illuminates the cupholders for the rear forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide conve- passengers.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Glovebox Storage The glovebox storage compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. Opened Glovebox Storage Compartment Glovebox Storage Compartment...
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 303 Console Features There is an open cubby bin located forward of the shift Inside the center console armrest, there is a removable lever. upper storage tray that can be slid forward/rearward on rails for access to the lower storage area. This tray has an Two separate storage compartments are also located integrated coin holder, along with additional area for underneath the center console armrest.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Door Storage Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped with 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat The door panels contain storage areas. The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 305 WARNING! WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into The weight and position of cargo and passengers can position. If the seatback is not securely locked into change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle position, the seat will not provide the proper sta- handling.
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: The rear window defroster button is located on • Use care when washing the inside of the rear the climate control.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 307 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The automatic load leveling system will provide a level- riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions. A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions.
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Red Telltale Lights ....329 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..311 ▫ Oil Change Due ..... .332 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Hard-Keys ......337 ▫ Radio Operation ..... .368 ▫...
Page 313: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — ESC Off Switch 13 — Engine Start/Stop Button 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Uconnect® System Hard Controls 14 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Hazard Switch 9 —...
Page 314: Instrument Cluster
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 315: Instrument Cluster - Premium
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 316: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on, a 1. Tachometer continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the This gauge measures engine revolutions-per-minute signals off.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 7. Odometer Display /Electronic Vehicle Information Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display Center (EVIC) Display The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the Odometer Display instrument cluster. For further information, refer to The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those • You must apply the brakes before shifting from tires.) PARK. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been •...
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL does not come on when turning the key from OFF to WARNING! ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Certain conditions, such as poor fuel quality, etc., may above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal illuminate the MIL after engine start.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 12. Fuel Gauge If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when is not functioning and that service is required.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the...
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the tions.
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction In- will stop when ESC becomes inactive following the dicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine maneuver that caused the ESC activation. running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC 20.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 22. Temperature Gauge CAUTION! (Continued) The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- turn the engine off immediately and call an autho- ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that rized dealer for service. the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily. The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- WARNING! ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades,...
Page 326: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful (EVIC) information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following: The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- •...
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 The system allows the driver to select information by UP Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP button to scroll up- wheel: ward through the main menu and Vehicle Info and Trip Info sub-menus (Fuel Economy, Ve- hicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Trip Info, Vehicle Speed, and Turn Menu OFF) and sub-menus.
Page 328: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SELECT Button 2. The main display area where the menus and pop up messages are displayed. Press and release the SELECT button for access to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per- 3. The reconfigurable telltales section. sonal setting in the setup menu.
Page 329: Evic White Telltale Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 EVIC’s compass/outside temp line. Examples of this seconds and then returns to the previous screen. Ex- message type are Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out amples of this message type are Memory System Un- and Low Tire Pressure . available - Not in Park and Automatic High Beams On .
Page 330: Evic Amber Telltales
328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Speed Control ON • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) SET This light will turn on when the electronic This light will turn on when the ACC is SET. speed control is ON. For further information, For further information, refer to “Adaptive refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
Page 331: Evic Red Telltale Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • Low Fuel Telltale • SERV AWD (Service All Wheel Drive) Indicator When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal This light will turn on when the All Wheel (11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until Drive feature requires service.
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure Warning Light vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho- This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the rized dealer. light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off •...
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • If the light remains lit with the engine running, your shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
Page 334: Oil Change Due
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unless reset, this message will continue to display each WARNING! time you cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the If you continue operating the vehicle when the MENU button.
Page 335: Fuel Economy
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 Fuel Economy The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- tion: Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Fuel Economy” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press and release the UP/DOWN buttons until one of the following Fuel Economy func- tions displays in the EVIC: •...
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Average Fuel Economy / ECO Fuel Saver Mode — Distance To Empty (DTE) If Equipped Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous “RESET”...
Page 337: Vehicle Speed
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 Miles Per Gallon (MPG) Trip Info The Miles Per Gallon (MPG) feature displays instanta- Trip A neous fuel economy in a bar graph below the DTE, this Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last function cannot be reset.
Page 338: Units
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To Reset The Display Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle displayed. Press and release the SELECT button once to Info”...
Page 339: Messages
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 • Engine Hours Uconnect® SETTINGS The Uconnect® system uses a combination of soft and Displays the number of hours of engine operation. hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel • Tire Pressure that allows you to access and change the customer Shows the actual tire pressure for each tire (EXCLUDING programmable features.
Page 340: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect
338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect® 4.3 Settings In this mode the Uconnect® system allows you to access programmable features that may be equipped such as Display, Clock, Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Heated Seats, Engine Off Operation, Compass Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth and SIRIUS Setup through hard-keys and soft-keys.
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 selecting any point on the scale between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back soft-key. • Mode Touch the Mode soft-key to change this display. When in this display, you may select one of the auto display settings.
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Units • Fuel Saver Display Touch the Units soft-key to change this display. When in Touch the Fuel Saver Display soft-key to turn the “ECO” this display, you may switch the EVIC, odometer, and message (located in the instrument cluster display) on or navigation system (if equipped) between US and Metric off.
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • Show Time Status Safety / Assistance • Front Collision Warning — If Equipped Touch the Show Time Status soft-key to change this display. When in this display, you may turn on or shut off Touch the Front Collision Warning soft-key to change this the digital clock in the status bar.
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Park Assist their previous position when the transmission is shifted out of REVERSE. To make your selection, touch the Tilt Touch the Park Assist soft-key to change this display. The Mirrors In Reverse soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind the touch the arrow back soft-key.
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 • Hill Start Assist — If Equipped selected, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is deacti- vated. To change the Blind Spot Alert status, touch the Touch the Hill Start Assist soft-key to change this display. OFF, Lights or Lights &...
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlights With Wipers arrow back soft-key. Refer to “Lights/SmartBeam™ — If Equipped” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Touch the Headlights With Wipers soft-key to change this Vehicle” for further information. display. When this feature is selected, and the headlight •...
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • Flash Lights With Lock • Flash Lights With Lock Touch the Flash Headlights With Lock soft-key to change Touch the Flash Lights With Lock soft-key to change this this display. When this feature is selected, the headlights display.
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Sound Horn With Lock NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter- N-Go (Passive Entry) and the EVIC is programmed to Touch the Sounds Horn With Lock soft-key to change this Unlock All Doors On 1st Press, all doors will unlock no display.
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 settings and presets. To make your selection, touch the Heated Seats Memory Linked to FOB soft-key and select ON or OFF. • Auto Heated Seats Then touch the arrow back soft-key. Touch the Auto Heated Seats soft-key to change this NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat display.
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlight Off Delay Compass Settings • Variance Touch the Headlight Off Delay soft-key to change this display. When this feature is selected, the driver can Touch the Variance soft-key to change this display. Com- choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or pass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 calibrate the compass by touching the ON soft-key and completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally.
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your mode. To make your selection, press the Surround Sound finger up or down to change the setting as well as press soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then touch the arrow directly on the desired setting.
Page 353: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 • Subscription Info Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect® 8.4 Settings New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free Press the More soft-key, then press the Settings soft-key limited time subscription to SIRIUS Satellite Radio with to display the menu setting screen.
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL soft-key to close out of the settings screen. Pressing the setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale Up or Down Arrow soft-keys on the right side of the between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back screen will allow you to toggle up or down through the soft-key.
Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 • Units pressed. Touch the Touchscreen Beep soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC, setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed to return to the previous menu.
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing hours up or down. Touch the back arrow soft-key to that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow return to the previous menu or touch the X soft-key to soft-key to return to the previous menu.
Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 • Show Time In Status Bar select the Near setting. This warns you of a possible collision when you are much closer to the vehicle in front When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the of you.
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL soft-key. Refer to “ParkSense® Rear Park Assist” in (BSM) system is activated and will only show a visual “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for sys- alert in the outside mirrors. When “Lights & Chime” tem function and operating information.
Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 • Hill Start Assist — If Equipped image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a system is active.
Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL touch the + or - soft-key to select your desired time until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that interval. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key previous menu.
Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 • Auto Unlock On Exit until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when to return to the previous menu. the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the •...
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Sound Horn With Lock Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button. When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks is selected, you must press When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the the remote start is activated.
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 • Passive Entry NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s to ON) when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter door(s) without having to press the Remote Keyless is used to unlock the door.
Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat and •...
Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 Delay status touch the + or - soft-key to select your NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of desired time interval. Touch the back arrow soft-key to the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, return to the previous menu.
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Perform Compass Calibration • Equalizer Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – manually reset the compass.
Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 • Music Info Cleanup • Paired Devices This feature helps organize music files for optimized This feature shows which phones are paired to the music navigation. To make your selection, touch the Phone/Bluetooth system. For further information, refer Music Info Cleanup soft-key, select On or Off followed by to the Uconnect®...
Page 368: Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control
366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Subscription Information iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free plugged into the USB port. limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio with your radio.
Page 369: Harman Kardon® Logic7® High
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 HARMAN KARDON® Logic7® HIGH perfectly matched to the amplifier output stage ensuring PERFORMANCE MULTICHANNEL SURROUND state of the art multi-seat surround sound processing. SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE Logic7® multichannel surround-sound technology delivers SURROUND (DSS) — IF EQUIPPED an immersive, accurate sound-stage to every seating posi- Your vehicle is equipped with a Harman Kardon®...
Page 370: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a EQUIPPED pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker The remote sound system controls are located on the rear switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom surface of the steering wheel.
Page 371: Cd Player
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 The button located in the center of the left-hand control CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following grammed in the radio preset pushbutton. precautions: CD Player 1.
Page 372: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular CLIMATE CONTROLS disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating The air conditioning and heating system is designed to removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, make you comfortable in all types of weather.
Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 Uconnect® 4.3 — Hard-key Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-keys (ATC System Shown)
Page 374: Soft-Keys
372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And Soft-keys) Uconnect® 4.3 Manual Temperature Controls — 1. MAX A/C Button Soft-keys Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON.
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to 5. Front Defrost Button switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator Press and release to change the current airflow setting to will turn off. Defrost mode.
Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Rear Climate Button CAUTION! Press and release this button to turn on the rear climate Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to controls (if equipped). The indicator will illuminate when the heating elements: the rear climate controls are ON.
Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 10. SYNC NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the climate controls will not function during Remote Start Press the Sync soft-key to toggle the Sync feature On/Off. operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off) The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is position.
Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air warmer air from the floor outlets. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, •...
Page 379: Climate Control Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 13. Climate Control OFF Button 16. Temperature Control (Manual Temperature Control Only) Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control ON/OFF. Press the temperature soft-key to regulate the tempera- ture of the air inside the passenger compartment. Moving 14.
Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the prior settings. The soft-key illuminates when MAX A/C • For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is in Mix, is ON. Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be turned off, but the A/C system shall remain active to prevent fogging In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be of the windows.
Page 381: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may Automatic Operation lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation 1. Press the AUTO hard-key or soft-key button (4) on the feature may be unavailable (soft-key greyed out) if con- Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel.
Page 382: Operating Tips
380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by adjusting the blower control. The fan will now operate at • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected. This cold or hot vehicles.
Page 383 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 against engine overheating. A solution of 50% OAT Window Fogging (Organic Additive Technology) coolant that meets the Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106 moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The and 50% water is recommended.
Page 384 382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Outside Air Intake A/C Air Filter Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the The climate control system filters outside air containing windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves dust, pollen and some odors. Strong odors cannot be collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they totally filtered out.
Page 385 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 Manual Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock....396 STARTING PROCEDURES ....390 ▫...
Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING SPORT MODE (5.7L ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED . . .417 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ..428 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... .428 ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — IF EQUIPPED . .418 ▫...
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN)...440 ▫ Life Of Tire ......457 ▫...
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ..473 ▫ Replacement Parts ....479 ▫...
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight ▫ Towing Tips ......497 Ratings) ......490 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND ▫...
Page 392: Starting Procedures
390 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 393: Keyless Enter-N-Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Keyless Enter-N-Go™ CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- This feature allows the driver to oper- ing precautions are not observed: ate the ignition switch with the push • Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL of a button, as long as the Remote into any forward gear when the engine is above Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed once, the the engine starting, press the button again. EVIC (if equipped) will display a “Vehicle Not In Park”...
Page 395: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 1. Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position: If Engine Fails To Start 2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to WARNING! change the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the displays “ACC”), throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start 3.
Page 396: After Starting
394 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE After Starting START/STOP Button) The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will If the engine fails to start after you have followed the decrease as the engine warms up. “Normal Starting”...
Page 397: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU- Remember to disconnect the engine block heater TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt speed. electrical cord could cause electrocution.
Page 398: Key Ignition Park Interlock
396 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) number of reasons. A child or others could be the LOCK/OFF position, the shift lever is locked in seriously or fatally injured. PARK, securing the vehicle against unwanted • Children should be warned not to touch the park- movement.
Page 399: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System To select a gear range, press the lock button on the shift lever and move the lever rearward or forward. You must This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift also press the brake pedal to shift the transmission out of Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK PARK (refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock Sys- unless the brakes are applied.
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING Standard Shifter Optional Shifter With AutoStick® The standard shift lever has PARK, REVERSE, NEU- The optional shift lever (with AutoStick® shift paddles TRAL, DRIVE, and LOW shift positions. Using the LOW mounted on the steering wheel) provides PARK, RE- position manually downshifts the transmission to a VERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, and SPORT shift positions.
Page 401 STARTING AND OPERATING 399 To shift back into PARK from DRIVE, bring the vehicle to To shift back into NEUTRAL from DRIVE, firmly press a complete stop, fully press the brake pedal, press the the brake pedal, press the lock button on the shift lever, lock button on the shift lever, then push and hold the then push the shift lever forward and release.
Page 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting From DRIVE To SPORT/LOW NOTE: • After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow Vehicles Equipped With SPORT Mode the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is To shift from DRIVE to SPORT, pull the shift lever especially important when the engine is cold.
Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 When parking on a level surface, you may shift the WARNING! (Continued) transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others brake. if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on...
Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N- parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN position. A child and turn the engine OFF. When the ignition is in could operate power windows, other controls, or the OFF position, the shift lever is locked in PARK, move the vehicle.
Page 405 STARTING AND OPERATING 403 The following indicators should be used to ensure that started in this range. Apply the parking brake and shift you have engaged the shift lever into the PARK position: the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle. •...
Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE vehicle speed. Normal operation will resume once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level. This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- SPORT – If Equipped shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home 1. Stop the vehicle. Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission may 2. Shift the transmission into PARK, if possible. operate only in certain gears, or may not shift at all. Vehicle performance may be severely degraded and the 3.
Page 408: Five-Speed Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
406 STARTING AND OPERATING Five-Speed Automatic Transmission – If The electronically-controlled transmission provides a Equipped precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new The shift lever position display (located in the instrument vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 The transmission shift lever has only PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift positions. Manual shifts can be made using the “AutoStick®” shift control (refer to “AutoStick®” in this section). Moving the shift lever to the left or right (-/+) while in the DRIVE position, or tapping one of the steering wheel-mounted shift paddles (-/+) (if equipped), will manually select the transmission gear, and will display that gear in the instrument cluster...
Page 410: Gear Ranges
408 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or vehicle in this range. NEUTRAL into another gear range. When parking on a level surface, you may place the shift NOTE: lever in PARK first, and then apply the parking brake.
Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake and turn the engine off.
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING • When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever WARNING! (Continued) all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position. fully seated. A child could operate power windows, other con- •...
Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 DRIVE WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 414 412 STARTING AND OPERATING SPORT - IF EQUIPPED is selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will con- tinue to operate. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift be driven to an authorized dealer for service without schedule for sportier driving.
Page 415: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- AUTOSTICK® mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your AutoStick® is a driver-interactive transmission feature earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has providing manual shift control, giving you more control diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could of the vehicle.
Page 416 414 STARTING AND OPERATING gear, while using (+) to enter AutoStick® mode will SPORT mode is exited or as described below. The retain the current gear. When AutoStick® is active, the transmission will not upshift automatically at redline current transmission gear is displayed in the instrument in this mode, nor will downshifts be obtained if the cluster.
Page 417: Operation - Five-Speed Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 415 the transmission will shift up or down when (+/-) is WARNING! manually selected by the driver (using the shift lever, or the shift paddles [if equipped]), unless an engine lugging Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a or overspeed condition would result.
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING • The transmission will automatically downshift as the To disengage AutoStick® mode, hold the shift lever to the vehicle slows down (to prevent engine lugging) and right or press and hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped) will display the current gear.
Page 419: Sport Mode (5.7L Only) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 417 • Automatic (Auto) Mode — This is the default position SPORT MODE (5.7L ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED when vehicle ignition is first turned on. This mode will This vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled give a sporty, but comfortable ride. Within this mode, dampening system.
Page 420: All-Wheel Drive (Awd) - If Equipped
418 STARTING AND OPERATING • AUTO mode will provide a sporty comfortable ride, To maximize fuel economy, your AWD vehicle automati- where as SPORT or TRACK will be a firmer, sportier cally defaults to rear-wheel drive (RWD) when road and suspension with better handling.
Page 421: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 NOTE: If the “SERVICE AWD SYSTEM” warning mes- DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES sage appears after engine start up, or during driving, it Acceleration means that the AWD system is not functioning properly Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- and that service is required.
Page 422: Traction
420 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/ wedge of water to build up between the tire and road centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure surface.
Page 423: Shallow Standing Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause damage shallow standing water, consider the following Caution to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always and Warning before doing so. inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., CAUTION!
Page 424: Power Steering
422 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with an electro-hydraulic power • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- steering system that will give you good vehicle response cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces.
Page 425: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING SYSTEM” NOTE: message and a flashing icon are displayed on • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- the EVIC screen, it indicates that the vehicle tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
Page 426: Parking Brake
424 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the PARK position. The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully.
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will parking brake. Always apply the parking brake flash.
Page 428: Anti-Lock Brake System
426 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 a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N- is indicated.
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 related motor noises. These noises are the system per- These are all normal characteristics of ABS. forming its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS is working properly. This self check occurs each time the WARNING! vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h).
Page 430: Electronic Brake Control System
428 STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- brake control system that include Anti-Lock Brake Sys- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase tem (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake Assist braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded System (BAS), and the Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
Page 431: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 429 Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! This system complements the ABS by optimizing the The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics vehicle braking capability during emergency brake ma- from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the neuvers.
Page 432: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
430 STARTING AND OPERATING power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the WARNING! condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path. The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the The ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431 ESC Operating Modes The “ESC Off” switch is located on the switch bank in the center of the instrument panel. To enter the “Partial Off” The ESC system has two available operating modes: mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” switch and the ESC On “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 434: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
432 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Start Assist (HSA) WARNING! The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA will maintain vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by period of time after the driver takes their foot off of the...
Page 435 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., Towing With HSA vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle back- HSA will provide assistance when starting on a grade ing uphill is in REVERSE gear). when pulling a trailer. HSA will work in REVERSE and all forward gears when WARNING! the activation criteria have been met.
Page 436: Ready Alert Braking
434 STARTING AND OPERATING It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may WARNING! (Continued) occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is released by • HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle the driver. When the throttle is released very quickly, on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK Ready Alert Braking applies a small amount of brake and using the parking brake, it will roll down the...
Page 437: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 435 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 438: Synchronizing Esc
436 STARTING AND OPERATING when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION that caused the ESC activation. Tire Markings The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off. Synchronizing ESC If the power supply is interrupted (battery disconnected discharged), “ESC...
Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 • Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo- NOTE: rary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded design standards.
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 442: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
440 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Maximum Load— Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry Maximum Pressure— Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 443 STARTING AND OPERATING 441 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 444: Tire Terminology And Definitions
442 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 445: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 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 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447...
Page 450: Tires - General Information
448 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 451: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 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 452: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
450 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 453: Radial Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- WARNING! (Continued) tion. Refer to your authorized tire or original equipment poorly. The instability could cause a collision. Al- vehicle dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, ways use radial ply tires in sets of four. Never loading and cold tire inflation pressures.
Page 454: Run Flat Tires
452 STARTING AND OPERATING Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or (120 km/h).
Page 455: Spare Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immedi- Wheel – If Equipped ately. A Run Flat tire is not repairable. Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full wheel equivalent in look and function to the original...
Page 456 454 STARTING AND OPERATING T, S = Temporary Spare Tire WARNING! (Continued) Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in on your vehicle at the first opportunity.
Page 457: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) The limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on use only. This tire is identified by a label located on the your Tire and Loading Information Placard located limited-use spare wheel.
Page 458: Tread Wear Indicators
456 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continu- ously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
Page 459: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 Life Of Tire WARNING! (Continued) The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying You could lose control and have a collision resulting factors including, but not limited to: in serious injury or death. • Driving style Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little •...
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart example found in the Tire Safety WARNING! (Continued) Information section of this manual for more information of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus- relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire. pension dimensions and performance characteris- It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and...
Page 461: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 • For an All Wheel Drive vehicle, P235/55R19 tire with CAUTION! the use of a traction device that meets the SAE type “Class S” specification is recommended. Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read- WARNING! ings.
Page 462: Tire Rotation Recommendations
460 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! (Continued) Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise different loads and perform different steering, driving, occurs that could indicate device breakage. Remove and braking functions.
Page 463: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross” TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the does not apply to some directional tires that must not be driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- reversed.
Page 464 462 STARTING AND OPERATING also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph there should be no adjustment for this increased pres- (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this informa- sure.
Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463 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 failure equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and or condition.
Page 466: Base System
464 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in equipped) has a TPM sensor. The matching full size spare the tire.
Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 pressure value as shown in the Inflate to XX message. 2. Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the materials that may block radio wave signals. system will automatically update and the TPM Telltale 3.
Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above (24 km/h) will turn off the TPM Telltale Light and 15 mph (24 km/h), the LOW TIRE message will turn LOW TIRE message as long as no tire pressure is off and the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the...
Page 469: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 467 Premium System – If Equipped The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if equipped) has a TPM sensor. The full size spare can be The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless used in place of any of the four road tires. The TPMS will technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to only monitor the pressure in the full size spare tire when monitor tire pressure levels.
Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (- and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition (those -) in place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor flashing or in a different color in the EVIC graphic) to the is not being received.
Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. 2. If you install the full size spare in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, a chime will The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM sound and the TPM Telltale Light will turn ON.
Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING Vehicles With Compact Spare 4. For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound, the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 1. The compact spare tire does not have a TPM sensor. 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the EVIC Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a...
Page 473: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 471 General Information FUEL REQUIREMENTS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 3.6L Engine – If Equipped RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: This engine is designed to meet all emis- •...
Page 474: Reformulated Gasoline
472 STARTING AND OPERATING an octane range of 87 to 89. The manufacturer recom- Reformulated Gasoline mends the use of 89 octane for optimum performance. Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner The use of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.”...
Page 475: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 473 If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 CAUTION! fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso- • operate in a lean mode line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these •...
Page 476: Mmt In Gasoline
474 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline Fuel System Cautions MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is CAUTION! blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s blended with MMT provides no performance advantage performance: beyond gasoline of the same octane number without •...
Page 477: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 475 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentrations Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon of methanol.
Page 478: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped
476 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) —...
Page 479: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the tank.
Page 480: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
478 STARTING AND OPERATING When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be caused by these deposits, a supplemental gasoline • you do not add less than 5 gallons (19 Liters) when additive, such as MOPAR®...
Page 481: Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 479 Starting Replacement Parts The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and...
Page 482: Adding Fuel
480 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located in the driver’s door map pocket). Fuel Filler Door 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4.
Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 NOTE: Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open. 5. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full. 6. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door. NOTE: A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the spare tire area) to open the flapper door to allow for emergency refueling with a gas can.
Page 484: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
482 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Remove the access cover (located on the left side inner WARNING! trim panel). • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled.
Page 485: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 483 3. Pull the release cable. Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Vehicle Certification Label Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to the drivers side “B” Pillar or the rear of the driver’s door. The label contains the following information: •...
Page 486: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
484 STARTING AND OPERATING The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN. WARNING! (Continued) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. control of the vehicle and have a collision.
Page 487: Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 485 Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and NOTE: shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension • Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to the components do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and GVWR.
Page 488: Common Towing Definitions
486 STARTING AND OPERATING Common Towing Definitions measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be The following trailer towing related definitions will assist supported by the scale. you in understanding the following information: Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Page 489 STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be It is important that you do not exceed the maximum installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition that typically provides adjustable friction associated with can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 490 488 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, braking for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the performance, and could result in a collision.
Page 491: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 489 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can dustry Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 492: Ratings)
490 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Max. GTW (Gross Max. Tongue Weight (See Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Trailer Weight) Note) 3.6L Automatic 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
Page 493: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 494: Towing Requirements
492 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 495 STARTING AND OPERATING 493 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts transmission in PARK. Always, block or chock can occur that may be difficult for the driver to the trailer wheels.
Page 496 494 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Tires on replacement tires and for the proper tire replace- ment procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load – Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR spare tire.
Page 497 STARTING AND OPERATING 495 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) collision. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this Towing Requirements –...
Page 498 496 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
Page 499: Trailer Towing Weights
STARTING AND OPERATING 497 Towing Tips If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation, then change the trans- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, mission fluid and filter as specified for “police, taxi, fleet, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from or frequent trailer towing.”...
Page 500: Motorhome, Etc.)
498 STARTING AND OPERATING the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “3” or Air Conditioning “2” if needed to maintain the desired speed. Turn off temporarily. – To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces- MOTORHOME, ETC.) sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM.
Page 501 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ....513 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...500 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ... .500 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .
Page 502: Hazard Warning Flashers
500 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the switch bank near the top center of the instrument panel. IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning...
Page 503: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 501 • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 504: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
502 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage WARNING! (Continued) The jack and spare tire are both stowed under an access • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The cover in the trunk. Follow these steps to access the jack vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.
Page 505 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 503 1. Open the trunk. 2. Lift the access cover using the pull strap. Spare Tire Fastener 4. Remove the spare tire. 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. Opening The Access Panel 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire.
Page 506: Preparations For Jacking
504 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately.
Page 507: Jacking And Changing A Tire
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 505 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. Jacking And Changing A Tire 3. Set the parking brake. WARNING! 4. Place the shift lever into PARK. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to 5. Turn OFF the ignition. help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: Block the front and rear of the wheel diagonally...
Page 508 506 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on jack. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 509 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 507 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3.
Page 510 508 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and tire. 7.
Page 511 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 509 NOTE: • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. • Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires—General Information” in “Starting and Operating”...
Page 512: Road Tire Installation
510 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack WARNING! handle counterclockwise. • A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the hard stop could endanger the occupants of the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased vehicle.
Page 513: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 511 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a WARNING! torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES been lowered.
Page 514: Preparations For Jump-Start
512 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! (Continued) than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk.
Page 515: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 513 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 516 514 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 517: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 515 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion.
Page 518 516 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic WARNING! Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- Control”...
Page 519: Shift Lever Override - 5 Speed Transmission
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 517 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE — 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1.
Page 520: Manual Park Release - 8 Speed Transmission (3.6L Engine)
518 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release: TRANSMISSION (3.6L Engine) NOTE: To prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention- ally, firmly apply the parking brake. WARNING! 1. Remove the console storage bin to access the Manual Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the Park Release lever.
Page 521 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 519 2. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fish the 4. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged tether strap up through the opening in the console position, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and base.
Page 522: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
520 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To Reset The Manual Park Release: TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the rear side) NOTE: This section describes procedures for towing a rearward (away from the lever) to unlatch the lever. disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service.
Page 523 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 521 Towing Condition Wheels OFF the RWD MODELS AWD MODELS Ground Flat Tow NONE IF Transmission is operable: NOT ALLOWED • Transmission in NEUTRAL Wheel Lift Front NOT ALLOWED • 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed •...
Page 524 522 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) CAUTION! (Continued) while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN • Do not push or tow this vehicle with another position, not the ACC position. vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans- If the vehicle’s key fob is unavailable or the battery is mission may result.
Page 525 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 523 • The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km) CAUTION! for 5-speed transmission, or 30 miles (48 km) for 8-speed transmission. Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be age from improper towing is not covered under the towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15...
Page 527 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....536 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..527 ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ....537 ENGINE COMPARTMENT —...
Page 528 526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) – If Equipped ..556 ▫ Front Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp, and Side Marker ▫ Rear Axle ......556 Lamp —...
Page 529: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 —...
Page 530: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 5 — Engine Oil Fill 2 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 —...
Page 531: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 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 emissions control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 532 530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part ready for testing.
Page 533: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 you may need to do nothing more than drive your DEALER SERVICE vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- system to update. A recheck with the above test routine nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Page 534: Maintenance Procedures
532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.
Page 535: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 Engine Oil Checking Oil Level – 5.7L Engine To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must Checking Oil Level – 3.6L Engine be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 536 534 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 537 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 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 538: Engine Oil Filter
536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added To Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Selection The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality the engine oil.
Page 539: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- near the engine compartment before starting the tenance required.
Page 540 538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- diately with large amounts of water. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts.
Page 541: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 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 542 540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 543 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 1. Remove the access door in the cowl screen by pressing 2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access cover. the retaining clips. Filter Access Cover Access Door 3. Remove the used filter.
Page 544: Body Lubrication
542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the Body Lubrication direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as vehicle (text and arrows on the filter will indicate this). seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as...
Page 545: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 Windshield Wiper Blades Adding Washer Fluid Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 546: Exhaust System
544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 L) of washer have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” appears in haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
Page 547 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park In the event of engine malfunction, particularly over materials that can burn. Such materials might involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of be grass or leaves coming into contact with your performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Page 548: Cooling System
546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning Cooling System engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop WARNING! the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool. •...
Page 549 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front visible sediment, clean and flush with OAT coolant of the radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc.
Page 550 548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use with damage and may decrease corrosion protection. propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool- ant is different and should not be mixed with Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an- tifreeze) is not recommended.
Page 551 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 Please review these recommendations for using Organic Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where dard MS-12106.
Page 552 550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 553 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 551 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS- freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant 12106 should be added to the coolant bottle.
Page 554: Brake System
552 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter WARNING! (Continued) operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may possible brake damage. You would not have your full result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) braking capacity in an emergency.
Page 555 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 553 Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require- WARNING! (Continued) ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake reservoir.
Page 556: Automatic Transmission
554 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE correct level using the recommended fluid. No chemical WARNING! (Continued) flushes should be used in any transmission; only the • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate approved lubricant should be used. the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
Page 557 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 555 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can product and its performance may be impaired by supple- check your transmission fluid level using special service mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- tools.
Page 558: All Wheel Drive (Awd) - If Equipped
556 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission Fluid Changes is disassembled for any reason. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. All Wheel Drive (AWD) – If Equipped The all wheel drive system consists of a transfer case and Rear Axle front differential.
Page 559: Appearance Care And Protection From Orrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 557 Change Axle Fluid The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper resistance built into your vehicle. maintenance intervals. What Causes Corrosion? Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
Page 560 558 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Washing CAUTION! • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials hicle in the shade using MOPAR® Car Wash, or a mild such as steel wool or scouring powder that will car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 561 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, Wheel And Wheel Trim Care touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and considered the responsibility of the owner.
Page 562 560 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Interior Care Equipped Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- carpeting. ner: Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. •...
Page 563 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561 Glass Surfaces WARNING! All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial Many are potentially flammable, and if used in household-type glass cleaner.
Page 564: Fuses
562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive buckles do not work properly. cleaners.
Page 565 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563 CAUTION! • When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.
Page 566 564 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — — Fuse – Spare — 20 Amp All-Wheel Drive Yellow Module – If 40 Amp — Radiator Fan #1 Equipped Green —...
Page 567 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 565 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 50 Amp — Radiator Fan #2 — 15 Amp Transmission Shifter Blue 50 Amp — Power Steering #2 — — Fuse – Spare —...
Page 568 566 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Engine Controller/ — — Fuse – Spare Rad Fan Relays — — Fuse – Spare — 10 Amp Airbag Module —...
Page 569: Rear Power Distribution Center
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 567 Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Rear Power Distribution Center Opening The Access Cover...
Page 570 568 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Car- CAUTION! Mini- Cavity tridge Description Fuse • When installing the power distribution center Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly — Front PDC Feed #1 positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution Yel- center and possibly result in an electrical system...
Page 571 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 569 Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — Exterior Lighting #2 — Cigar Lighters, Instru- ment Panel & Power Green Yel- Outlet Console Rear — Interior Lighting/Washer Pump — HVAC Blower Pink Green...
Page 572 570 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — Fuel Door/Diagnostic — Power Seats Port Natu- — Radio Screen — HVAC Module/Cluster Blue Blue — Tire Pressure Monitor — Ignition Switch/Wireless Module Blue —...
Page 573 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 571 Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — Battery Sensor Pink — Rear Heated Seats/ — — Fuse — Spare Steering Wheel Natu- — Radio Blue — Park Assist/Blind Spot/ Camera —...
Page 574 572 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — Adaptive Front Lighting — Heated Cupholders/Rear Heated Seat Switches — Active Suspension — HVAC Module/In Car Temperature Sensor Yel- — — Fuse —...
Page 575 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 573 Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — — Fuse — Spare — Run Sense — — Fuse — Spare Blue — — Fuse — Spare — Illumination/Rear Sun- —...
Page 576: Vehicle Storage
574 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE Interior Bulbs Bulb Number If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Rear Courtesy/Reading battery. Lamps • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp •...
Page 577: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 575 Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Bulb Number Backup Lamp 3157 Low Beam Headlamp Center High-Mount Stop LED (Serviced at Autho- (Standard Halogen) Lamp (CHMSL) rized Dealer) Low Beam Headlamp – D3S (Serviced at Autho- License High Intensity Discharge rized Dealer) (HID) BULB REPLACEMENT...
Page 578: Front Low Beam Headlamp And Park/Turn Lamp
576 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- Front Low Beam Headlamp and Park/Turn Lamp terclockwise, and then pull it out of the headlamp — Models with High Intensity Discharge assembly. Headlamps (HID) HID Headlamps CAUTION! The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
Page 579: Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 577 NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges. Backup Lamps 1.
Page 580: License Lamp
578 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 —...
Page 581: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 579 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6 Liter Engine –...
Page 582: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
580 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 583: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 581 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – 8-Speed We recommend you use Shell L12108 Transmission Fluid. Transmission Automatic Transmission – 5-Speed We recommend you ONLY use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmis- Transmission sion Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or perfor- mance of your transmission.
Page 585: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....586 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .584...
Page 586 584 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis- Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicator system. The oil change indicator system will indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Page 587 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 585 NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, Change Indicator System: whichever comes first. • Change oil and filter Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: •...
Page 588 586 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary. Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only).
Page 589 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 587 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 Or Kilometers: Inspect the transfer case fluid. Change the transfer case fluid; if using your vehicle for any of the fol- lowing: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 590 588 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 Or Kilometers: Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing (five- speed only). Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (five-speed only).
Page 591 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 589 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 Or Kilometers: Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 592 590 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 593 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .593 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 594 592 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .599 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ... .598 ▫...
Page 595: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 593 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 596: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
594 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 597: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 595 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 598: Warranty Information
596 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 599: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 597 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 600 598 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 601 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 599 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 602 600 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 603 INDEX...
Page 604 602 INDEX About Your Brakes ......424 Air Conditioning System....379, 539 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 605 INDEX 603 Automatic Headlights ..... .219 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..24 Automatic Oil Change Indicator ....332 Location .
Page 606 604 INDEX Bulbs, Light ......100, 574 Child Restraint ......75 Child Safety Locks .
Page 607 INDEX 605 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ....548 Deck Lid, Emergency Release ....45 Coolant Capacity .
Page 608 606 INDEX E-85 Fuel .......476 Towing ......520 Electrical Power Outlets.
Page 609 INDEX 607 Oil Filler Cap ......535 Filters Oil Selection ..... . .534, 579 Air Cleaner .
Page 610 608 INDEX Fluid Capacities ......579 Gasoline ......471 Fluid Leaks .
Page 611 INDEX 609 Gauges Cleaning ......561 Coolant Temperature .....323 Delay .
Page 612 610 INDEX Holder, Coin......303 Jump Starting ......511 Ignition Key-In Reminder .
Page 613 INDEX 611 Leaks, Fluid ......100 Headlights On With Wipers ... . .220, 231 Life of Tires .
Page 614 612 INDEX Service ......574, 575 Low Tire Pressure System ....461 Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) .
Page 615 INDEX 613 Heated .......112 Oil, Engine ......533, 580 Outside .
Page 616 614 INDEX Overdrive OFF Switch ..... .413 Seats ....... .197 Overheating, Engine .
Page 617 INDEX 615 Rear Cupholder ......301 Replacement Parts......531 Rear Park Sense System .
Page 618 616 INDEX Seat Belts ......46, 49, 98 Rear Folding ......210 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .
Page 619 INDEX 617 Signals, Turn ..... .100, 223, 314 Starting Procedures ......390 SmartBeams .
Page 620 618 INDEX Tachometer......314 Jacking ......501, 504 Telescoping Steering Column.
Page 621 INDEX 619 Disabled Vehicle ......520 Automatic ....395, 397, 406, 554 Guide .
Page 622 620 INDEX Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ....55 Water Driving Through ......420 Vanity Mirrors .
Page 623 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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