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Page 2 This manual illustrates and describes the operation of VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....7 ROLLOVER WARNING .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your Jeep® vehicle best, has factory-trained Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC technicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- your satisfaction.
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 5 control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by injury.
Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...
Page 9: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in a collision, bodily injury and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System ....19 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ... .22 ▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle ......29 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 LIFTGATE ......39 SAFETY TIPS ......99 ▫...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has 1. Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These automatic transmission).
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tem- porarily in the ignition switch cylinder. If this occurs, place the shift lever in PARK, rotate the key clockwise slightly, and then remove the key as described above.
Page 16: Locking Doors With A Key
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and access to an unlocked vehicle. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. •...
Page 17: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 SENTRY KEY During normal operation, after turning on the ignition switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor- seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- Always remove the Sentry Keys from the vehicle and ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized problems and loss of security protection.
Page 19: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within 60 If you have two valid Sentry Keys, you can program new seconds.
Page 20: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys- by the party responsible for compliance could void the tem’s memory.
Page 21: To Arm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Arm The System Rearming The System If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the of the vehicle.
Page 22: Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE once the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed (after 16 seconds), when you pull the door handle to exit, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, push the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate following steps: Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice 1.
Page 24: Illuminated Approach - If Equipped
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pushing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter To Lock The Doors And Liftgate while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- Security Alarm.
Page 25: Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: Pushing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter following steps: while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security 1.
Page 26: Using The Panic Alarm
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: Pushing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter following steps: while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security 1.
Page 27: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: When you turn off the Panic Alarm by pushing two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure the PANIC button a second time, you may have to move not to damage the elastomer seal during removal. closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system.
Page 28: General Information
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved halves together. by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, reinstall and tighten the screw until snug.
Page 29: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 How To Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or engine will remote start: confined area.
Page 30: Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic To Enter Remote Start Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The following messages will display in the EVIC if the Push and release the REMOTE START button vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- turely:...
Page 31: To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote Start • The brake pedal is pushed. will automatically lock the doors. To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two Vehicle 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter.
Page 32: General Information
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information DOOR LOCKS The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Manual Door Locks Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: Use the manual door lock knob to lock the doors from This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and inside the vehicle.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 34: Power Door Locks
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is located on the driver’s and front passenger’s door panel. Push this switch to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate. NOTE: To prevent from locking the key in the vehicle, the power door lock switch will not operate when the key is in the ignition and either front door is open.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Auto Lock Doors — If Equipped 2. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch be- tween LOCK and ON/RUN and then back to The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled. LOCK four times, ending up in the LOCK position When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically (do not start the engine).
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Equipped/Personal Settings (Customer- Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In- The doors will unlock automatically if: strument Panel” for further information. • The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en- •...
Page 37: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: 2. Insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the LOCK or UNLOCK position. • If you do not hear the chime, it means that the system did not enter the programming mode and you will 3.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged. NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the window, and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 39: Power Windows - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is programmable. Power Window Switches Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center The window controls on the driver’s door trim panel (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable control all the door windows.
Page 40: Auto-Down
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto-Down The driver’s door window switch has an Auto-Down feature. Push the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch.
Page 41: Window Lockout Switch
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Window Lockout Switch LIFTGATE The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also you to disable the window controls on the rear passenger used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle.
Page 43: Occupant Restraint Systems
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat. Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: 2.
Page 44: Seat Belt Systems
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. You should read the instructions provided with your WARNING! child restraint to make sure that you are using it • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of properly. an air bag. A deploying passenger Advanced Front 6.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the position the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should remain on until both outboard front seat belts are buck- be belted at all times.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE driver and occupied outboard front seat passenger seat BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your autho- belts are buckled. The driver should instruct all occu- rized dealer. FCA US LLC does not recommend deacti- pants to buckle their seat belts.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the WARNING! (Continued) vehicle or being thrown out of the vehicle. • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a single • A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle seat belt. People belted together can crash into one will not protect you properly.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! (Continued) 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and your strongest bones will take the force in a colli- adjust the seat. sion. • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect 2.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pulling Out The Latch Plate Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate. 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is 1. Remove the mini-latch plate and regular latch plate equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows from its stowed position in the right rear side trim the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward panel.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head 8. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is restraint. comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retrac- tor will withdraw any slack in the seat belt.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 9. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the buckle. 10. To disengage the mini-latch plate from the mini- buckle for storage, insert the regular latch plate into the black button on the top of the mini-buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Extender is not required for a different occu- WARNING! (Continued) pant, it must be removed. proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision. WARNING! • When reattaching the mini-latch plate and mini- •...
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and across the strong bones of the hips. Place the shoulder belt across the chest and away from the neck. Never place the shoulder belt behind the back or under the arm.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- Restraints” section of this manual. The table below straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- defines the type of feature for each seating position. sioners are single use items.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 If the passenger seating position is equipped with an WARNING! ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate an air bag.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! (Continued) Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it only used to install rear-facing or forward-facing to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking child restraints that have a harness for restraining Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) the child.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat AHRs will be deployed. When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) as loose cargo could contact the Active Head Re- • All occupants, including the driver, should not straint during sudden stops. Failure to follow this operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the warning could cause personal injury if the Active head restraints are placed in their proper positions Head Restraint is deployed.
Page 63: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 US LLC dealer must reset the AHRs on the driver’s and WARNING! front passenger’s seat before driving. Personally attempt- ing to reset the AHRs may result in damage to the AHRs Deployed AHRs are not able to best protect you in all that could impair their function.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Side Air Bags • Front and Side Impact Sensors • Seat Belt Pretensioners • Seat Belt Buckle Switch • Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as could cause serious injury, including death.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) some collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Al- • No objects should be placed over or near the air ways wear your seat belts even though you have air bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel, bags.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration Knee Impact Bolsters over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- have deployed.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bags The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury during certain side impacts and/or vehicle rollover Your vehicle is equipped with two types of side air bags: events, in addition to the injury reduction potential 1.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 WARNING! Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the Side Air Bags; the performance could be adversely affected and/or objects could be pushed into you, causing serious injury. 2.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SABICs may help reduce the risk of head or other injuries WARNING! to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side • Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high impacts and/or vehicle rollover events, in addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and enough to block the deployment of the SABICs.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 The SABICs and SABs (“Side Air Bags”) are designed to help keep you in position, away from inflating Side Air activate in certain side impacts and certain rollover Bags. To get the best protection from the Side Air Bags, events.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, WARNING! (Continued) including some collisions at certain angles, or some side properly. In some collisions, Side Air Bags won’t collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger deploy at all.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 faster-developing event may deploy the seat belt preten- deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to fric- sioners as well as the Side Air Bags on both sides of the tion rope burns or those you might get sliding along a vehicle.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- Enhanced Accident Response System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air In the event of an impact, if the communication network bags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Enhanced Accident Response System Reset the OFF position or in the ACC position, the air bag Procedure system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System The ORC contains a backup power supply system that functions after an event, the ignition switch must be may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or...
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance WARNING! free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately. Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags •...
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) not function properly if modifications are made. WARNING! Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any • Modifications to any part of the air bag system air bag system service.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per- NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per- time, typically 30 seconds or less.
Page 79: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Child Restraints WARNING! Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a times, including babies and children. projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to Every state in the United States, and every Canadian hold even an infant on your lap could become so province, requires that small children ride in proper...
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are different sizes and types of restraints for NOTE: children from newborn size to the child almost large • For additional information, refer enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child www.seatcheck.org or call 1-866-732-8243.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 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 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they an air bag.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! (Continued) as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height directions exactly when installing an infant or allowed by the child seat. child restraint.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats 5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- (LATCH) 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 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Seats With LATCH What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Seats With LATCH Can two child restraints be attached using Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to in- stall a child seat in the center position next...
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE restraints with flexible, webbing mounted lower attach- To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ments can be installed in any rear seating position. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat WARNING! belt, following the instructions below.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt: restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- When using the LATCH attaching system to install a ing position.
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat WARNING! Belt • Improper installation of a child restraint to the The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor straint.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using the seat weight + weight of the child re- Child Restraint belt to install a forward facing child restraint, up to straint) for using the Tether Anchor...
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints WARNING! (Continued) Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to tether strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether attach a tether anchor. anchorage that is approved for that seating position, 9.
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage. If there is no top tether anchorage for that seating position, move the child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is available.
Page 100: Transporting Pets
98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. increased head motion and possible injury to the Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
Page 101: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 CAUTION! WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.
Page 102: Exhaust Gas
100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 103: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as Vehicle soon as possible. This light will illuminate with a single chime when a fault with the Air Bag Warning Seat Belts Light has been detected, it will stay on until the fault Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for...
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they WARNING! (Continued) cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals mats and other coverings will reduce the size of the or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways. pedal area and interfere with the pedals.
Page 105: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for proper 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 107: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If MIRRORS ......110 Equipped .
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Folding Rear Seat .....162 VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED ..145 ▫...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 ▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With ▫ To Activate ......178 Automatic Headlights Only) .
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using HomeLink .....191 ▫ Sunroof Maintenance ....196 ▫...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 ▫ Cargo Tie-Down Loops ....208 ▫ Rear Window Defroster ....211 ▫...
Page 112: Mirrors
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of vehicle).
Page 113: Outside Mirror - Driver Side
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 NOTE: This feature is disabled when the vehicle is CAUTION! moving in reverse. To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean.
Page 114: Folding Outside Mirrors
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors WARNING! The power mirror control is located on the driver’s door Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side trim panel. convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 115: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror. Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster.
Page 116: Uconnect Phone - If Equipped
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Canadian Residents - visit UconnectPhone.com or call, Uconnect PHONE — IF EQUIPPED 1-800-465-2001 (English) or 1-800-387-9983 (French). Uconnect Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. Uconnect Phone allows Uconnect Phone allows you to transfer calls between the you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your using simple voice commands (e.g., “Call”...
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 system at a time. The system is available in English, access the system. When you push the button you will Spanish, or French languages. hear the word Uconnect followed by a BEEP. The beep is your signal to give a command.
Page 118: Operation
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For each feature explanation in this section, only the The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the Uconnect Phone such as “CELL” or caller ID on compound form of the voice command is given. You certain radios.
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 To activate the Uconnect Phone, simply push the Phone The following are general phone to Uconnect Phone button and follow the audible prompts for direc- pairing instructions: tions. Uconnect Phone sessions begin with a push of 1.
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For identification purposes, you will be prompted to give Dial By Saying A Number the Uconnect Phone a name for your mobile phone. Each • Push the Phone button to begin. mobile phone that is paired should be given a unique •...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • The system will prompt you to say the name of the 1. Push the Phone button to begin. person you want to call. 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins The Uconnect Phone will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to as soon as the Bluetooth wireless phone connection is four associated phone numbers and designations.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or • When prompted, recite the new phone number for the deleted on the Uconnect Phone. These can only be phonebook entry that you are editing. edited on the mobile phone.
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To delete a Uconnect phonebook entry using Voice Com- 4. After you enter the name, the Uconnect Phone will ask mands: you which designation you wish to delete: home, work, mobile, other, or all. Say the designation you 1.
Page 125: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 3. After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be 3. To call one of the names in the list, push the Voice deleted. Command button during the playing of the desired name, and say “Call.” NOTE: NOTE: The user can also exercise “Edit”...
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Push the Phone Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call button to place the current call on Currently In Progress hold and answer the incoming call. When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the NOTE: The Uconnect Phone compatible phones in the Uconnect Phone will interrupt the vehicle audio system, market today do not support rejecting an incoming call...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold Conference Call To put a call on hold: When two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold): 1. Push the Phone button until you hear a single beep.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Termination 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Redial.” To end a call in progress: • The Uconnect Phone will call the last number that 1. Momentarily push the Phone button.
Page 129: Uconnect Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 2. After the ignition is cycled to OFF, a call can continue After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and on the Uconnect Phone for a certain duration, after voice commands will be in that language. which the call is automatically transferred from the NOTE: After every Uconnect Phone language change Uconnect Phone to the mobile phone.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say WARNING! “Emergency” and the Uconnect Phone will instruct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency number. To use your Uconnect Phone System in an emergency, This feature is supported in the U.S., Canada, and your mobile phone must be: •...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: You should program the desired Towing Assis- Working With Automated Systems tance phone number using the Voice Command system. This method is used in instances where one generally has To do this, push the Phone button and say “Setup,”...
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Some paging and voice mail systems have system time used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu structure, and to leave a number out settings that are too short and may not allow the on a pager.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth mobile one of the following: phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system. The Uconnect Phone will work the same as •...
Page 134: Advanced Phone Connectivity
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To un-mute the Uconnect Phone: Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The Uconnect Phone And Mobile Phone • Push the Voice Command button. Your mobile phone can be paired with many different • Following the beep, say “Mute off.” electronic devices, but can only be actively “connected”...
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • The Uconnect Phone will play the phone names of all • The selected phone will be used for the next phone paired mobile phones in order from the highest to the call. If the selected phone is not available, the Uconnect lowest priority.
Page 136: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Push the Voice Command Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect button and say the Phone “Voice Training,” “System Training,” or “Start Voice Training” command. Uconnect Phone Tutorial You can either push the Uconnect Phone button to restore To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, push the the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when Phone...
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • This will delete all phone pairing, phone book en- Performance is maximized under: tries, and other settings in all language modes. The • Low-to-medium blower setting System will prompt you before resetting to factory •...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is Far End Audio Performance not in motion is recommended. Audio quality is maximized under: • It is not recommended to store similar sounding names •...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Recent Calls 3. Uconnect Phone will play the new text message for you. If your phone supports “Automatic Phonebook Down- load,” Uconnect Phone can list your Outgoing, Incoming After reading a message, you can “Reply” or “Forward” and Missed Calls.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Send.” Uconnect Phone will prompt you to say the 11. See you in 15 minutes. name or number of the person you wish to send the 12. I am on my way. message to. 13.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Turn Voice Text Reply Incoming Announcement ON/ Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone. When this happens, the connection can Turning the Voice Text Reply Incoming Announcement generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/ OFF will stop the system from announcing the new on.
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Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) home redial language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 147: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 General Information VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Command System Operation RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: The Uconnect Voice Command system allows •...
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pushing the Voice Command button while the sys- WARNING! tem is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or Any voice commanded system should be used only change commands.
Page 149: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 At any point, if the system does not recognize one of your 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the commands, you will be prompted to repeat it. volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Com- mand system is speaking.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Bluetooth Streaming” (to switch to Bluetooth Stream- Radio FM ing mode) To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM.” In • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Satellite Radio Disc Mode To switch to satellite radio mode, say “Sat” or “Satellite To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc.” In this mode, you Radio.” In this mode, you may say the following com- may say the following commands: mands: •...
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bluetooth Streaming (BT) Mode – “Save” (to save the memo) To switch to Bluetooth Streaming (BT) mode, say – “Continue” (to continue recording) “Bluetooth Streaming.” In this mode, you may say the – “Delete” (to delete the recording) following commands: •...
Page 153: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Setup NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to push the Voice Command button first and wait for the beep before To switch to system setup, you may say one of the speaking the “Barge In” commands. following: Voice Training •...
Page 154: Seats
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Power Seats — If Equipped Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the Some models may be equipped with a power driver’s vehicle. seat. The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Push the seat switch forward or rearward. The seat will Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of move in the direction of the switch.
Page 156: Heated Seats - If Equipped
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the dis- play will change from HI to LO, indicating the change. On some models, the front driver and passenger seats When the LO-level heating is selected, the system auto- may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions matically turns the heater and the indicator light OFF...
Page 157: Manual Front Seat Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface tempera- ture of the seat.
Page 158: Manual Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 159: Manual Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Manual Lumbar — If Equipped Driver’s Seatback Recline The lumbar adjustment handle is located on the inboard To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the or outboard side of the seatback. Rotate the lever down- outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired angle ward to increase the lumbar support or rotate the lever and release the lever.
Page 160: Head Restraints
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion. Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, death in the event of a collision.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- WARNING! (Continued) straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 164: Folding Rear Seat
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can be folded forward. Pull the strap forward to fold the rear seatback flat. Folded Rear Seat To raise the seatback, pull the strap forward and lift the seatback into its upright position.
Page 165: Reclining Rear Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 WARNING! WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the position. If the seatback is not securely locked into shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. position the seat will not provide the proper stability In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and for child seats and/or passengers.
Page 166: To Open And Close The Hood
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
Page 168: Lights
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, the passing lights, and the fog lights. The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
Page 169: Headlights And Parking Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Headlights And Parking Lights Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third to turn on the parking lights. Turn the end of the lever to detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight the second detent to turn on the headlights.
Page 170: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE With the engine running and the multifunction lever in Fog Lights — If Equipped the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on and turn off based on the surrounding light levels. The front fog light switch is on the multifunc- tion lever.
Page 171: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the head- lights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights. Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 172: High/Low Beam Switch
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to- pass position for more than 20 seconds, the high beams Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond will shut off.
Page 173: Instrument Panel Dimming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Instrument Panel Dimming Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the park- ing lights or headlights are on.
Page 174: Windshield Wipers And Washers
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE light off. The lights also come on when a door is opened NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is or the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the pushed a second time, so be sure they have been turned second detent.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 CAUTION! • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off. •...
Page 176: Windshield Wiper Operation
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Operation Intermittent Wiper System Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper opera- make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tion.
Page 177: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 while the lever is pulled and for two wipe cycles after the Headlights On With Wipers (Available With lever is released, and then resume the intermittent inter- Automatic Headlights Only) val previously selected. When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on If the lever is pulled while in the off position, the wipers approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on...
Page 178: Tilt Steering Column
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer TILT STEERING COLUMN pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the This feature allows you to tilt the steering column windshield. The wash function must be used in order to upward or downward.
Page 179: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 WARNING! (Continued) the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 180: To Activate
178 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 181: To Set A Desired Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 To Deactivate WARNING! A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control with- set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The drivers preferred units can be selected through the Metric Speed (km/h) instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- • Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information. 1 km/h increase in set speed.
Page 183: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- continue to decrease until the button is released, then standing Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 184: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After five seconds this note will disappear. The ParkView WARNING! camera is located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear license plate. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you camera mode is exited and the last selected touchscreen...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone: Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) Yellow 1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m) Green 3 ft or greater (1 m or greater) WARNING!
Page 186: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems.
Page 187: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink system.
Page 188: Programming A Rolling Code
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 Firmly push and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light there may be a light that blinks when the garage door in view.
Page 190: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button Programming A Non-Rolling Code (Rolling Code) For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, before 1995. follow these steps: 1. Place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. 1.
Page 191: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 5. Push and hold the programmed HomeLink button 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Program- and observe the indicator light. ming A Non-Rolling Code” step 2 and follow all • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- remaining steps.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling up to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases. The garage process to prevent possible overheating of the garage door may open and close while you are programming. door or gate motor.
Page 193: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.) The (Canadian/Gate Operator) hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, follow these steps: Security 1.
Page 194: Troubleshooting Tips
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! If you are having trouble programming HomeLink, here • Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dan- are some of the most common solutions: gerous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage •...
Page 195: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.
Page 196: Opening Sunroof - Express
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! (Continued) Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location acces- second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automati- sible to children.
Page 197: Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- Venting Sunroof — Express cally. This is called “Express Close.” During Express Push and release the Vent button within one half second Close operation, any other actuation of the switch will and the sunroof will open to the vent position.
Page 198: Sunroof Maintenance
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- For Vehicles Equipped With The EVIC rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch is together to minimize the buffeting.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob and element must be used. 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 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 201: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! A 115 Volt (150 Watt) AC power inverter is located on the • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw front of the center console for added convenience. This power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and other use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use. • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure. CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 203: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 CUPHOLDERS CAUTION! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with four cupholders. There are • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, two illuminated cupholders located in the front. vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the bat- tery even more quickly.
Page 204: Storage
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There are two cupholders located in the back for the rear STORAGE passengers. Glove Compartment And Storage Bin Located on the passenger side of the instrument panel are an upper storage bin and a lower glove compartment. Rear Cupholders Storage Bins 1 —...
Page 205: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 To open the lower glove compartment, pull outward on Door Storage the release handle. The interior door panels are equipped with lower storage areas. Glove Compartment Front Door Storage...
Page 206: Console Features
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the upper storage compartment, push inward on the upper handle to unlatch the upper lid and lift the lid open. Rear Door Storage CONSOLE FEATURES The floor console contains both an upper and lower Upper Storage Compartment storage compartment.
Page 207: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 To open the lower storage compartment, lift upward on WARNING! the lower handle to unlatch the lower storage compart- ment and lift the lid open. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To install the Cargo Cover, insert either end of the cover Using the handle, pull the cover toward you and guide into one of the two notches located in the rear trim the rear cover posts into the guides located on both sides panels.
Page 209: Removable Load Floor
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Removable Load Floor WARNING! The cargo area load floor is removable and can be In a collision a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could washed with mild soap and water. cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle.
Page 210: Cargo Tie-Down Loops
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Tie-Down Loops WARNING! There are four tie-downs (D-rings) installed in the cargo • Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors for a area for securing cargo. child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision a loop could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose.
Page 211: Fold Down Speakers - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) When the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down • Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear off the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating and axle.
Page 212: Rear Window Features
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch located on the center portion of the control lever. The control lever is located on the right side of the steering column.
Page 213: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 NOTE: The rear wiper operates in an intermittent mode Rear Window Defroster only. The rear window defroster button is located on Rotate the center portion of the lever past the the climate controls mode control knob. Push the first detent to activate the rear washer.
Page 214: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to cargo on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load the heating elements: must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly •...
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 The crossbars must also be secured in one of the seven improved satellite radio reception, place the rear cross- detent positions marked with an arrow on the siderails to bar in the second detent from the rear of the vehicle prevent movement.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Long loads which extend over the windshield, such Cargo must be securely tied before driving your as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with large vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the frontal area should be secured to both the front and vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- rear of the vehicle.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..218 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED ....248 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Display Units Of Measure In ... . .254 UCONNECT 430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED ......280 ▫...
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 ▫ Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And ▫ List Or Browse Mode ....310 MP3 Audio Play ..... .296 ▫...
Page 220: Instrument Panel Features
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 5 — Storage Bin 9 — Heated Seat Switch – If Equipped 2 — Demisters 6 — Glove Compartment 10 — Hazard Warning Flasher 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 —...
Page 221: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Speedometer properly reset, or that the door jamb sticker is accurate if • The Speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles the odometer must be reset at zero. per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Odometer Display / Trip Odometer Display This 2.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 4. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If CAUTION! Equipped / Odometer Display / Trip Odometer Dis- play Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If “H”...
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Message Display Area Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” in this section for further information. When the appropriate conditions exist, the following odometer messages will display: LoW tirE When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer door .
Page 225: Warning And Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 noFUSE The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the vehicle where the fuel door is located. If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the Ignition Off Draw (IOD) fuse is improperly installed, or damaged, a WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS “noFUSE”...
Page 226: Red Telltale Indicator Lights
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Red Telltale Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Air Bag Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on during startup, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Brake Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reser- voir.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by tions.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped Red Telltale What It Means Light Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Engine Temperature Warning Light Red Warning What It Means Light Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the gauge approaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Oil Temperature Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Oil Temperature Warning Light This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is high. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. Charging System Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means...
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash de- pending on the nature of the problem.
Page 234: Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic System called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position before engine start.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 CAUTION! WARNING! Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal control system. It also could affect fuel economy and operating conditions.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 IMPORTANT: Do not continue driving with one or more Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- flat tires as handling may be compromised. Stop the nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- CAUTION! (Continued) quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure placement equipment that is not of the same size, as intended.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped The “ESC Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the igni- tion switch is placed in the ON/RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and service is required.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Low Fuel Warning Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Low Fuel Warning Indicator Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.8 gal (10.6 L), this light will turn on and a single chime will sound. 4WD! Warning Light —...
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will illuminate when fuel filler cap is loose. Properly close the filler cap to disen- gage the light.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Transmission Temperature Indicator Light Yellow Tell- What It Means tale Light Transmission Temperature Indicator Light This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off.
Page 245: Green Telltale Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Green Telltale Indicator Lights Turn Signal Indicator Lights Green Tell- What It Means tale Light Turn Signal Indicator Lights The instrument cluster directional arrow will flash independently for the LEFT or RIGHT turn signal as selected, as well as the exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and rear) as selected when the multifunction lever is moved down (LEFT) or up (RIGHT).
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light Green Telltale What It Means Light Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on. Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped Green Telltale What It Means Light Front Fog Indicator Light —...
Page 247: Blue Telltale Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 Blue Telltale Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Light Blue Telltale What It Means Light High Beam Indicator Light This indicator shows that the high beam headlights are on. Push the multifunction control lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam.
Page 248: Mini-Trip Computer - If Equipped
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Hill Descent Indicator Light — If Equipped White Tell- What It Means tale Light Hill Descent Indicator Light — If Equipped This indicator shows when the Hill Descent Control (HDC) feature is turned on. The lamp will be on solid when HDC is armed.
Page 249: Control Buttons
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Control Buttons RESET Button To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to the ON position, then push and hold the RESET button located on the steering wheel. The following displays can be reset or changed: •...
Page 250: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last reset. ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Compass Heading • Outside Temperature Display • Trip Computer Functions • Uconnect Phone Displays (if equipped) • Audio Mode Display • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons wheel:...
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) COMPASS Button • Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) Push and release the COMPASS button to display one of eight compass readings and the •...
Page 253: Engine Oil Change Indicator System - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 • Gate (with vehicle graphic showing the Liftgate open Engine Oil Change Indicator System — If and a single chime) Equipped • Headlamps or Park Lamps On Oil Change Required • Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system.
Page 254: Evic Functions
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Do not start the engine. • Personal Settings 2. Fully push the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times To Reset The Display within 10 seconds.
Page 255: Average Fuel Economy
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Refer to “Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle Features)” in this section for additional information re- loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of garding the compass. the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value. When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) Average Fuel Economy estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change...
Page 256: Elapsed Time
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Elapsed Time Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is This allows the driver to set and recall features when the in the RUN/START position.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Francais, or NL depending on availability. As you and the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL continue, the displayed information will be shown in position (automatic transmission). Push and hold the the selected language. RIGHT arrow button when in this display until “ON”...
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL without the sound horn with lock feature selected. Push Headlamps with Wipers (Available with Auto and hold the RIGHT arrow button when in this Headlights Only) display until “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your When on is selected, and the headlight switch is in the selection.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 either front vehicle door will cancel this feature. Push and Display Units In hold the RIGHT arrow button when in this display The EVIC, odometer, and Uconnect GPS system units can until “OFF,” “45 sec.”, “5 min.”, or “10 min.” appears be changed between US and Metric.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and 4. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to start an environment free from large metallic objects such as the calibration. The “CAL” indicator will display in buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, the EVIC.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. the top of the right rear quarter window. This is where 2. Push and hold the COMPASS button for approxi- the compass sensor is located. mately two seconds.
Page 262: Uconnect 230 - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL UCONNECT 230 – AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND Operating Instructions — Radio Mode 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC JACK) position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 SEEK Buttons Voice Command Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped Push and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Push the right switch Push this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature to seek up and the left switch to seek down.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button The clock can also be set by pushing the SETUP button and selecting the “SET HOME CLOCK” entry. Once in this Push the TIME button to alternate locations of the time display follow the above procedure, starting at step 2. and frequency display.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between will display.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type format types: play Oldies Oldies 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type Personality Persnlty play Public Public No program type or un- None defined Rhythm and Blues R &...
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 • DVD Enter — When the disc is in DVD Menu mode, By pushing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Angle — Repeatedly pushing SELECT will change • Set Home Clock — Pushing the SELECT button the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (if allows you to set the clock. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL equipped).
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 Audio Language — If Equipped Audio DRC — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio Selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio language (effective only if the language is supported by dynamic range.
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The user will have to set these defaults before You may add a second station to each pushbutton by loading a disc. If changes are made to these settings after repeating the above procedure with this exception: Push a disc is loaded, changes will not be effective.
Page 271: Operation Instructions - Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd - Video
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 DISC Button CAUTION! (Continued) Pushing the DISC button will allow you to switch from “Disc Hot” and shut off until a safe temperature is AM/FM modes to Disc modes. reached. This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics of the DVD player and other radio internal Operation Instructions —...
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button (CD MODE) CAUTION! Push the right SEEK button for the next selection on the This CD player will accept 4–3/4 inch (12 cm) discs CD. Push the left SEEK button to return to the beginning only.
Page 273: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 RW/FF (CD MODE) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Push and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 begin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW or Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. When using the MP3/WMA encoder to compress audio Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal data to an MP3/WMA file, the bit rate and sampling CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3/ frequencies in the following table are supported.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 Loading times for playback of MP3/WMA files may be WMA Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) affected by the following: cation quency (kHz) • Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than 44.1 and 48 48, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192 VBR CD-R media...
Page 276: List Button - Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LIST Button — DISC Mode For MP3/WMA Play Push and hold the INFO button again for three seconds to return to elapsed time display. Pushing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped No function. Refer to “Voice Command” for further details. EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) — If Equipped No function. Refer to “Uconnect Phone” for further details. Dolby TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Page 278: Uconnect (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, System Activation unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you engineering or disassembly is prohibited. may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio service that is included with the factory-installed satellite radio system in your vehicle.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within ESN/SID Access the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- on or above the antenna.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Uconnect (Satellite) INFO Button Mode Pushing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or able).
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 MUSIC TYPE Button SETUP Button Pushing this button once will turn on the Music Type Pushing the SETUP button allows you to select the mode for five seconds. Pushing the MUSIC TYPE button following items: or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five •...
Page 282: Equipped
280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by UCONNECT 430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF repeating the above procedure with this exception: Push EQUIPPED the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display Refer to your Uconnect Supplement Manual for detailed window.
Page 283: Uconnect 130
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 UCONNECT 130 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping.
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL another selection. Holding either button will bypass 5. To exit, push any button/knob, or wait five seconds. stations without stopping, until you release it. RW/FF TIME Button Pushing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons Push the TIME button to alternate display of the time and causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the radio frequency.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the AM/FM Button mid-range tones.
Page 286: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM MP3 Audio Play and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will Push the EJECT button to eject the CD.
Page 288: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the current selection. Pushing and holding the SEEK SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in Push this button while the CD is playing to activate CD and MP3 modes. Random Play.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this dis- The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 play.) Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 291: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 Playback Of MP3 Files Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or iPod, and utilize the vehicle’s audio...
Page 292: Uconnect 130 With Satellite Radio
290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL UCONNECT 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 another selection. Holding either button will bypass Phone Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped stations without stopping, until you release it. Push this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature (if equipped). Refer to “Uconnect Phone” in “Under- Voice Command System (Radio) —...
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. After adjusting the hours, push the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Push the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call will begin to blink. letters displayed).
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the MUSIC TYPE Button mid-range tones.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16-Digit Character 16-Digit Character Program Type Program Type Display Display Classical Classicl Religious Talk Rel Talk Classic Rock Cls Rock Rock Rock College College Soft Soft Country Country Soft Rock Soft Rck Foreign Language Language Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Information...
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type SET/RND Button — To Set The Pushbutton (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be Memory exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, push the SET/RND SETUP Button...
Page 298: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and Buttons 1 - 6 multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 inch (12 cm) discs the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 300: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Push and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multi-session disc formats are supported by the radio. Multi-session discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or Playback Of MP3 Files VBR bit rates. When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps)
Page 303: List Button - Cd Mode For Mp3 Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Push the INFO button once more to return to elapsed to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a time priority mode. single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Push and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more before writing to the disc.
Page 304: Uconnect (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio limited coverage in Alaska. is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Selecting Uconnect (Satellite) Mode Number (ESN/SID) Push the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. A Please have the following information available when CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio calling: mode.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the another selection. Holding either button will bypass form of short audio mutes. stations without stopping, until you release it. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can SCAN Button cause intermittent reception.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 RW/FF By pushing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next Pushing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons channel with the same selected Music Type name. causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows.
Page 308: Ipod/Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, push the SET button. The Buttons 1 - 6 symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 309: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate Uconnect Multimedia radio User’s Manual for iPod or external USB device support capability.
Page 310: Using This Feature
308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis- Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device charged, it may not communicate with the iPod/USB/ Using Radio Buttons MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained. To enter the iPod/USB/MP3 control mode and access a Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod/USB/ connected audio device, either push the “AUX”...
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, while during play mode will jump to the next track in the playing a track, skips to the next track or push the VR list, or push the VR button and say Next or Previous button and say Next Track.
Page 312: List Or Browse Mode
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pushing the TUNE control knob: The TUNE control knob functions in << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons will select the previous a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the audio device and next tracks.
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 In List mode, the radio PRESET buttons are used as To exit List mode without selecting a track, push the shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod or external same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode. USB device: LIST button: The LIST button will display the top level •...
Page 314: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) CAUTION! Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any Uconnect phone system. supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in ex- Refer to the Uconnect Radio Supplement for further treme heat or cold can alter the operation or dam- information on Bluetooth connectivity.
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 Selecting A Different Audio Device Previous Track Use the SEEK DOWN button, or push the VR button 1. Push the Phone button to begin. on the radio and say “Previous Track,” to jump to the 2.
Page 316: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a push-button in the center and controls the volume and The remote sound system controls are located on the rear mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of the rocker surface of the steering wheel.
Page 317: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Radio Operation The center button on the left side rocker switch has no function for a single-disc CD player. However, when a Pushing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next multiple-disc CD player is equipped on the vehicle, the listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch center button will select the next available CD in the will “Seek”...
Page 318: Radio Operation And Mobile Devices
316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE DEVICES or anti-static sprays. Under certain conditions, the mobile device being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 5.
Page 319: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (OFF) position.
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • MAX A/C NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the A/C condenser For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation located in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt buttons at the same time.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Floor The closer the setting is to a particular symbol, the more air distribution you receive from that mode. Air is directed through the floor outlets with a • Panel small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: NOTE: • The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix, • Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make Defrost, or a blend of these modes, even if the Air the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Conditioning (A/C) button is not pushed.
Page 323: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Automatic Operation Equipped Operation of the system is quite simple. The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- 1. Turn the Mode Control knob (right knob) and the cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at Blower Control knob (left knob) to AUTO.
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pushing the Air Conditioning Control button while in You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting AUTO mode will cause the LED in the control button the “O” (OFF) position on the blower control stops the to flash three times and then turn off.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 Blower Control Manual Operation Override This system offers a full complement of manual override For full automatic operation or for features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, automatic blower operation, turn the Mode Preferred Automatic, or Blower and Mode Pre- blower knob to the AUTO position.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and •...
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Push this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...
Page 329: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system must be protected with a Mode by pushing the Recirculation button. However, high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro- under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, sion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode. The air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the of compressor damage when the system is started again. outside mirrors.
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
Page 333 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Five-Speed Manual Transmission...338 STARTING PROCEDURES ....335 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..335 ▫...
Page 334 332 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK ......355 POWER STEERING .....369 ▫...
Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 ▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..386 ▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped ... . .406 ▫ Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped . . .387 ▫...
Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Vehicle Certification Label ....431 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ....424 ▫...
Page 337: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move WARNING! the vehicle.
Page 338: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission — If Equipped Normal Starting The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does position before you can start the engine. Press the brake not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 339: Extreme Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 in the ON position, release the accelerator pedal and WARNING! (Continued) repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure. another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow the procedure carefully. WARNING! Refer to “Jump-Starting” in “What To Do In Emer- Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the gencies”...
Page 340: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
338 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits Five-Speed Manual Transmission quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a WARNING! grounded, three-wire extension cord.
Page 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 CAUTION! • Launching in any gear except 1st gear will result in excessive slipping of the clutch and potentially lugging or stalling the engine. • Use each gear in numerical order, do not skip a gear. Be sure the transmission is in first gear, (not third), when starting from a standing position.
Page 342: Recommended Shift Speeds
340 STARTING AND OPERATING Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a Recommended Shift Speeds complete stop. To use your manual transmission for optimal fuel economy, it should be upshifted as listed in the following NOTE: During cold weather, until the transmission lu- table.
Page 343: Downshifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 Downshifting When turning a corner or driving up a steep grade, downshift early so that the engine will not be overbur- Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and dened. prolong engine life. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! CAUTION! If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift...
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while WARNING! (Continued) shifting out of PARK. turn the engine OFF, and remove the ignition key. Once the key is removed, the transmission is WARNING! locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against un- •...
Page 345: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Key Ignition Park Interlock out of PARK, the ignition switch must be turned to the ON/RUN position (engine running or not) and the brake This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- pedal must be pressed. lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission —...
Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the PARK (P) accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. This range supplements the parking brake by locking the Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when transmission.
Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 345 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, parking brake. Always apply the parking brake you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- running.
Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure that WARNING! (Continued) you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi- warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal tion: or the gear selector. • When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever •...
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! (Continued) Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational periods with the engine running. The engine may be Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A started in this range.
Page 350 348 STARTING AND OPERATING control (refer to “AutoStick (Six-Speed Automatic Trans- engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle mission)” in this section for further information) to select speed. Normal operation will resume once the transmis- a lower gear. Under these conditions, using a lower gear sion temperature has risen to a suitable level.
Page 351 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the service is required. following steps: Overdrive Operation 1. Stop the vehicle. The automatic transmission includes an electronically controlled Overdrive (sixth gear).
Page 352: Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (Cvt) - If Equipped
350 STARTING AND OPERATING Torque Converter Clutch Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (CVT) — If Equipped A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. The transmission gear position display (located in the A clutch within the torque converter engages automati- instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range.
Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 The transmission shift lever only has PARK, REVERSE, PARK (P) NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift positions. Manual shifts can This range supplements the parking brake by locking the be made using the AutoStick shift control (refer to transmission.
Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, parking brake. Always apply the parking brake you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- running.
Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 The following indicators should be used to ensure that WARNING! (Continued) you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi- warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal tion: or the gear selector. • When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever •...
Page 356: Starting And Operating
354 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other periods with the engine running. The engine may be reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause started in this range.
Page 357: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as AUTOSTICK when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- AutoStick (Six-Speed Automatic Transmission) — tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or If Equipped while towing heavy trailers), use the AutoStick shift AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature control (if equipped, refer to “AutoStick (CVT)”...
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING • You can start out, from a stop, in first or second gear. (+) to enter AutoStick mode will retain the current gear. When AutoStick is active, the current transmission gear is Tapping (+) (at a stop) will allow starting in second displayed in the instrument cluster.
Page 359: Autostick (Cvt) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 Operation WARNING! NOTE: AutoStick is not available until the CVT warms Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a up in cold weather. slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their When the shift lever is in the DRIVE position, AutoStick grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or is activated by moving the shift lever side-to-side.
Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when In AutoStick mode, the transmission will shift up or down when (+/-) is manually selected by the driver, AutoStick is engaged. unless an engine lugging or overspeed condition would •...
Page 361: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF traction surfaces, activate the “4WD LOCK” switch by EQUIPPED pulling up once and releasing. This locks the center coupling allowing more torque to be sent to the rear This feature provides full time, on-demand, four–wheel wheels.
Page 362: Off-Road Driving Tips
360 STARTING AND OPERATING An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better driving, so always keep a firm grip on the steering wheel view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. and maintain a good driving posture. Avoid sudden They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as accelerations, turns or braking.
Page 363: When To Use Low (L Off-Road) With The 4Wd Lock Lever Engaged - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 NOTE: For maximum off-road performance, premium WARNING! fuel is recommended. While the vehicle will operate on regular fuel when in L Off-Road mode (if equipped), the Always wear your seat belt and firmly tie down engine has been calibrated for maximum performance cargo.
Page 364 362 STARTING AND OPERATING headway. Over-revving the engine can spin the wheels turn quickly back and forth for additional traction. Mud and traction will be lost. If you start to slow to a stop, try holes pose an increased threat of vehicle damage and turning your steering wheel no more than a 1/4 turn getting stuck.
Page 365: Hill Climbing
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 engaged and ESC turned off. Reduced tire pressure will to climb and should not be attempted. You should always drastically improve your traction and handling, while feel confident with the vehicle and your abilities. You driving on the soft sand, but you must return the tires to should always climb hills straight up and down.
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING up for the straightest possible run. Accelerate with an WARNING! easy constant throttle and apply more power as you start up the hill. Do not race forward into a steep grade; the Never attempt to climb a hill at an angle or turn abrupt change of grade could cause you to lose control.
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 and hill descent braking to control the descent and apply WARNING! your brakes if necessary, but do not allow the tires to lock. Driving across an incline increases the risk of a WARNING! rollover, which may result in severe injury. Do not descend a steep grade in NEUTRAL.
Page 368: Driving Through Water
366 STARTING AND OPERATING If the engine stalls, do not attempt to restart it. Determine WARNING! (Continued) if it has ingested water first. The key to any crossing is low tipping and rolling the vehicle, which may result in and slow. You want to use low (L Off-Road [if equipped] ) severe injury.
Page 369: After Driving Off-Road
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Before You Cross Any Type Of Water types normally contain hidden obstacles and make it difficult to determine an accurate water depth, approach As you approach any type of water, you need to deter- angle, and bottom condition. Murky or muddy water mine if you can cross it safely and responsibly.
Page 370 368 STARTING AND OPERATING • After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or always a good idea to check for damage. That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake your vehicle ready when you need it.
Page 371: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 POWER STEERING system. This noise should be considered normal, and it does not in any way damage the steering system. The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability CAUTION! in tight spaces.
Page 372: Parking Brake
370 STARTING AND OPERATING If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated CAUTION! level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering Parts”...
Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the automatic transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle.
Page 374 372 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. injury.
Page 375: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 BRAKE SYSTEM If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa- bility, the remaining system will still function with some Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes as loss of overall braking effectiveness. This will be evident standard equipment.
Page 376: Electronic Brake Control System
374 STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM overslip of the rear wheels to avoid vehicle instability, and to prevent the rear axle from entering ABS before the Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Electronic front axle. Brake Control system (EBC). This system includes Elec- tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Anti-Lock Brake Brake System Warning Light System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill Start...
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 • Brake pedal pulsations. braking conditions. The system automatically prevents wheel lock, and enhances vehicle control during braking. • A slight drop of the brake pedal at the end of the stop. The ABS performs a self-check cycle to ensure that the These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
Page 378: Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
376 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) The amber “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” will turn on • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
Page 379: Brake Assist System (Bas)
STARTING AND OPERATING 377 Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing ing the rate and amount of brake application and then...
Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING does not apply the throttle before this time expires, the is in PARK or NEUTRAL. For vehicles equipped with system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will a manual transmission, if the clutch is pressed, HSA roll down the hill as normal.
Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Towing With HSA WARNING! (Continued) HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll back • Failure to follow these warnings may cause the while towing a trailer. vehicle to roll down the incline and could collide with another vehicle, object or person, and cause WARNING! serious or fatal injury.
Page 382: Traction Control System (Tcs)
380 STARTING AND OPERATING • If disabling HSA using Uconnect Settings, refer to 7. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- additional slighty more than one-half turn to the right. ment Panel” for further information. 8.
Page 383: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 • Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied appropriate for the steering wheel position. to the wheel that is not spinning.
Page 384 382 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes WARNING! (Continued) The ESC system has three available operating modes for • The capabilities of an ESC-equipped vehicle must four–wheel drive equipped vehicles and two available never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous operating modes for two–wheel drive equipped vehicles.
Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Indicator Light will be illuminated. All other stability WARNING! features of ESC function normally. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand or gravel When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality of conditions, and more wheel spin than ESC would nor- ESC (except for the limited slip feature described in mally allow is required to gain traction.
Page 386 384 STARTING AND OPERATING Light will illuminate and the “ESC OFF” message will To turn ESC on again, momentarily push the “ESC Off” appear in the odometer. Push and release the Trip Odom- switch. This will restore the “ESC On” mode of operation. eter button located on the instrument cluster to clear this NOTE: The “ESC OFF”...
Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also ESC OFF Indicator Light flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/ Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator throttle as possible.
Page 388: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
386 STARTING AND OPERATING when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver cannot prevent wheel lift due to other factors, such as that caused the ESC activation. road conditions, leaving the roadway, or striking objects or other vehicles. The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the NOTE: ERM is disabled anytime the ESC is in “Full Off”...
Page 389: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped Off” button for five seconds. Refer to “Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in this section of the manual. This system maintains vehicle speed while descending hills during off-road driving situations. HDC will auto- HDC operation can be overridden with brake application matically apply the brakes to control downhill speed to to slow the vehicle down below the HDC control speed.
Page 390: Tire Safety Information
388 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Tire Markings HDC is only intended to assist the driver in control- ling vehicle speed when descending hills. The driver must remain attentive to the driving conditions and is responsible for maintaining a safe vehicle speed. 1 —...
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 • LT (Light Truck) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the design standards.
Page 392 390 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
Page 393 STARTING AND OPERATING 391 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 394: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
392 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: • XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • LL = Light load tire or •...
Page 395 STARTING AND OPERATING 393 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 396: Tire Terminology And Definitions
394 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
Page 397: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) Example Tire Placard Location (Door)
Page 398 396 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4.
Page 399 STARTING AND OPERATING 397 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 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 401 STARTING AND OPERATING 399...
Page 402: Tires - General Information
400 STARTING AND OPERATING • Tread Wear WARNING! • Ride Comfort Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading Safety can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the WARNING! recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
Page 403: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 401 Fuel Economy WARNING! (Continued) Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob- resulting in higher fuel consumption. lems. You could lose control of your vehicle. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Tread Wear to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnor-...
Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING At least once a month: 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side- pocket-type pressure gauge.
Page 405: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) WARNING! during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous.
Page 406: Tire Types
404 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring, • The tire has not been driven on when flat. Summer, Fall and Winter).
Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or Snow Tires mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires Summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may during the Winter.
Page 408: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
406 STARTING AND OPERATING While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor- and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be mation. poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Spare Tires —...
Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip- of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled rotation for your vehicle.
Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING Full Size Spare — If Equipped your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. first opportunity. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 411: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 409 Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
Page 412: Life Of Tire
410 STARTING AND OPERATING • Distance driven. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). When the tread is higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be tread life.
Page 413: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 411 Replacement Tires affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many those of the original wheels. characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures.
Page 414: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
412 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict- Replacing original tires with tires of a different size able handling and stress to steering and suspen- may result in false speedometer and odometer read- sion components.
Page 415: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at does not apply to some directional tires that must not be different loads and perform different steering, driving, reversed.
Page 416: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
414 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pres- The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the sure. driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold placard pressure.
Page 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 NOTE: When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF only after the need to be increased up to an additional 4 psi (30 kPa) tires are inflated to the vehicle’s recommended cold above the recommended cold placard pressure in order placard pressure value.
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge CAUTION! (Continued) while adjusting your tire pressure. • Using aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to be- the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 419: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 417 Base System Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi- This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the nate in the instrument cluster, a LOW TIRE message will instrument cluster. be displayed for a minimum of five seconds, and an audible chime will be activated when one or more of the The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim...
Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING Check TPMS Warnings 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system wheel and tire assembly.
Page 421: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will Premium System — If Equipped sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- solid.
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING • Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages, which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi- nate in the instrument cluster and an audible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low.
Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 the graphic display of the pressure value(s) will stop in place of the pressure value(s) indicating which Tire flashing, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Light will Pressure Monitoring Sensor(s) is not being received. extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received.
Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING text message will not be present, and a pressure value pressure values still shown. This indicates that the pres- will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can sure values are still being received from the TPM sensors occur with any of the following scenarios: but they may not be located in the correct vehicle position.
Page 425: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 10 min- long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure utes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the Tire Pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 426: 2.0L And 2.4L Engine
424 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS than 87 can cause engine failure and may void or not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. 2.0L And 2.4L Engine Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these These engines are designed to meet all symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consid- emissions regulations and provide opti-...
Page 427: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Warranty. genates such as ethanol. E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles CAUTION! Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- line containing up to 15% ethanol (E-15).
Page 428: Mmt In Gasoline
426 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline Materials Added To Fuel Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline stability additives are recommended.
Page 429: Fuel System Cautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentrations performance: of methanol.
Page 430: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
428 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable CAUTION! over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the • Damage to the fuel system or emission control gas cap suspended away from and protects the vehicle’s surface.
Page 432: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
430 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will WARNING! (Continued) come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is the vehicle is refueled.
Page 433: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 VEHICLE LOADING The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) affixed to the driver’s side door or B-Pillar.
Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING Inflation Pressure The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for operation.
Page 435: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 Common Towing Definitions CAUTION! The following trailer towing related definitions will assist Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the you in understanding the following information: GVWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) it can change the way your vehicle handles.
Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your WARNING! fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 Trailer Sway Control tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it pro- The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing that typically provides adjustable friction associated with...
Page 438: Trailer Hitch Classification
436 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification WARNING! (Continued) The following chart provides the industry standard for • Weight Distributing Systems may not be compat- the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can ible with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Rec- correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 439: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Maximum GTW Maximum Tongue Wt. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area (Gross Trailer Wt.) (See Note) 2.0L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg)
Page 440: Trailer And Tongue Weight
438 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer And Tongue Weight Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on • The tongue weight of the trailer. your bumper or trailer hitch. •...
Page 441: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your vehicle drivetrain Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these components, the following guidelines are recommended: guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: CAUTION! •...
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your 2. GTW vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to 3. GAWR the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow 4.
Page 443 STARTING AND OPERATING 441 • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic Information”...
Page 444 442 STARTING AND OPERATING The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- CAUTION! pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer har- ness and connector. If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (453 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles should be of adequate capacity.
Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 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 446: Towing Tips
444 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips NOTE: • Using a lower gear ratio while operating the vehicle Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from under heavy loading conditions, will improve perfor- heavy traffic.
Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 • Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to AutoStick — If Equipped maximize fuel efficiency. When using the AutoStick shift control, select the highest gear that allows for adequate performance and avoids Cooling System frequent downshifts.
Page 448: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
446 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission • Transmission in NEU- Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED TRAL • Key in ACC Position Dolly Tow Front FWD Models ONLY...
Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 CAUTION! • DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive wheels are OFF the ground. • DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a dolly is used when recreational towing.
Page 451 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Road Tire Installation ....463 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...451 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 452 450 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ With Ignition Key .....485 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE ... . .482 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .
Page 453: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 451 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 454: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
452 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage You or others can be badly burned by hot engine your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If the instrument cluster will sound a chime.
Page 455: Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 453 Torque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ Bolt Size Bolt Socket Size 100 Ft-Lbs (135 N·m) M12 x 1.5 19 mm **Use only your Authorized Dealer recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
Page 456: Jacking And Tire Changing
454 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! •...
Page 457: Jack Location
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 455 Jack Location WARNING! (Continued) The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get in the cargo area. under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Page 458: Spare Tire Stowage
456 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor 3. Set the parking brake. in the cargo area. 4. Place the gear selector in PARK (automatic transmis- Spare Tire Removal sion) or REVERSE (manual transmission).
Page 459: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 457 Jacking Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a...
Page 460 458 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Warning Label NOTE: Refer to “Tires — General Information” in “Start- ing And Operating” for further information about the spare tire, it’s use, and operation. 1. Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly.
Page 461 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 459 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. NOTE: There are front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body.
Page 462 460 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location...
Page 463 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 461 Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is 4. Using the swivel wrench raise the vehicle by turning securely engaged. the jack screw to the right. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is 3.
Page 464 462 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges. NOTE: The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel nuts. When reinstalling the original wheel, prop- erly align the wheel cover to the valve stem, place the wheel cover onto the wheel, then install the wheel nuts.
Page 465: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 463 correctly, have them checked with a torque wrench by WARNING! your authorized dealer or service station. A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard 8. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle.
Page 466 464 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Install the five wheel lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts. WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.
Page 467 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 465 6. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a 3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly handle counterclockwise.
Page 468: Tire Service Kit - If Equipped
466 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED Tire Service Kit Components And Operation Small punctures up to 1/4 inch (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire.
Page 469: Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 467 Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Power Button Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following Push and release the Power Button (4) once to symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. turn On the Tire Service Kit.
Page 470 468 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the Tire Service Kit.
Page 471 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 469 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the heat source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 472: Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
470 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES on the ground. This will provide the best positioning WARNING! (Continued) of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated • Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a phy- necessary to place the valve stem in this position sician immediately.
Page 473 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 471 • After pushing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1) through the valve stem.
Page 474 472 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Connect the Power Plug (8) to a different 12 Volt quickly from approximately 70 psi (4.8 Bar) to the power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if actual tire pressure when the Sealant Bottle (1) is available.
Page 475 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 473 If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or is at CAUTION! (Continued) least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pressure within 15 minutes: • Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end 1.
Page 476 474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and WARNING! screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve stem. Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after 4.
Page 477 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 475 2. Disconnect the Tire Service Kit from the valve stem, (F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement: reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color). Volt outlet.
Page 478: Jump-Starting Procedures
476 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack of the Sealant Hose (6) and return the hose to its follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and storage area (located on the bottom of the air pump).
Page 479: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 477 Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment below the air intake duct. To access the battery remove the air intake duct by turning the two finger screws, located on the radiator support.
Page 480: Jump-Starting Procedure
478 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 481 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 479 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper CAUTION! cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery Failure to follow these procedures could result in and the fuel injection system.
Page 482: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
480 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle in the reverse sequence: you should have the battery and charging system in- spected at your authorized dealer. Disconnecting The Jumper Cables 1.
Page 483 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 481 and REVERSE (with automatic transmission) or 2nd gear NOTE: Push the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic and REVERSE (with manual transmission), while gently Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode, pressing the accelerator. Use the least amount of accel- before rocking the vehicle.
Page 484 482 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE WARNING! If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- moved out of the PARK position, you can use the ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or following procedure to temporarily move the gear selec- even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 485 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 483 5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 6. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access port, and push and hold the override release lever forward. 7. Move the gear selector to the NEUTRAL position. 8.
Page 486 484 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing Wheels OFF the Manual 6-Speed Automatic 6-Speed Auto- CVT Automatic Condition Ground Transmission (FWD Only) matic 4WD Transmission Flat Tow NONE If transmission is If transmission operable: is operable: ALLOWED • Transmission • Transmission •...
Page 487 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 485 With Ignition Key Front Wheel Drive (FWD) models (with 6-speed auto- matic only) may also be towed (under the same limita- Automatic Transmission tions shown above) with the rear wheels elevated. • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles can be towed with the front wheels elevated, or on a flatbed truck (all four CAUTION! wheels OFF the ground).
Page 488 486 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Manual Transmission CAUTION! • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) or Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) • DO NOT flat tow any disabled vehicle if condition vehicles can be flat towed (all four wheels on the is related to the clutch, transmission or driveline. ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL.
Page 489 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 All Transmissions Without The Ignition Key If you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.) Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed while being towed, the key must be in the ON/RUN with the ignition in the LOCK/OFF position.
Page 491 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .500 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L ..491 ▫...
Page 492 490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Automatic Transmission (Six-Speed) — If REPLACEMENT BULBS ....535 Equipped ......518 BULB REPLACEMENT .
Page 493: Engine Compartment - 2.0L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 494: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 495: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 496: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE persists, the message will appear the next time the serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Page 497: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. • The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...
Page 498: Dealer Service
496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 499: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of your give you an incorrect reading.
Page 500 498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE at the low end of the indicated range will result in the oil NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- level at the full end of the indicator range. vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first.
Page 501 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.0L, 2.4L Identification Symbol Engine MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA Material This symbol means that the oil has Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix or been certified by the American equivalent is recommended for all operating tempera- Petroleum Institute (API).
Page 502: Engine Oil Filter
500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Synthetic Engine Oils indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- station or governmental agency for advice on how and mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes your area.
Page 503: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in the “Mainte- The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters nance Schedules” section for the proper maintenance varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be intervals.
Page 504 502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- • It is essential when replacing the cables on the diately with large amounts of water. Refer to battery that the positive cable is attached to the “Jump-Starting Procedures”...
Page 505: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal at the start of each warm season.
Page 506 504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- Do not remove the A/C air filter while the vehicle is carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental running, or while the ignition is in the ACC or Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 507: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 3. Pivot the glove compartment downward. 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter 4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover to the HVAC housing, and remove the cover.
Page 508: Windshield Wiper Blades
506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit;...
Page 509: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some Exhaust System washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance. the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system system.
Page 510 508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control and can eventually poison you.
Page 511 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 512: Cooling System
510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any •...
Page 513 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains CAUTION! (Continued) visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool- flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to ant is different and should not be mixed with MS.90032).
Page 514 512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard CAUTION! (Continued) MS.90032. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): • This vehicle has not been designed for use with • We recommend using MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an- Technology) that meets the requirements of FCA Ma-...
Page 515 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 NOTE: Cooling System Pressure Cap • It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the proper The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant level of protection against freezing according to the (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is recovery bottle.
Page 516 514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Level WARNING! (Continued) The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for pressure cap while the system is hot or under determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the pressure. engine idling and warm to normal operating tempera- •...
Page 517 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Points To Remember required, the cooling system should be pressure tested NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ for leaks. kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming •...
Page 518: Brake System
516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) Brake Master Cylinder performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis- The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked sions. when performing under hood services, or immediately if the brake system warning light is on. Brake System In order to assure brake system performance, all brake Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before...
Page 519 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 not indicate any leaks or other problems, it may be a WARNING! (Continued) result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system. See • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or your local authorized dealer for service. moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Page 520: Automatic Transmission (Six-Speed) - If
518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission; CAUTION! only the approved lubricant should be used. Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall CAUTION! clutch system performance. Improper brake fluids may damage the clutch system resulting in loss of Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- clutch function and the ability to shift the transmis- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration...
Page 521 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may checked. Operating the vehicle with an improper fluid adversely affect seals. level can cause severe transmission damage. CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- rized dealer immediately.
Page 522: Automatic Transmission (Cvt) - If Equipped
520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fluid becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the CAUTION! transmission is disassembled for any reason. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Automatic Transmission (CVT) — If Equipped turer’s recommended fluid may cause belt slip and Selection Of Lubricant (CVT) result in a complete transmission failure! Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts”...
Page 523 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission CAUTION! damage. Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as CAUTION! the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- nents. Such damage is not covered by the New If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 524: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Manual Transmission — If Equipped the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubri- cant has become contaminated with water. Lubricant Selection NOTE: If contaminated with water, the fluid should be Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission changed immediately.
Page 525: Power Transfer Unit (Ptu) - Awd/4Wd Models
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 Frequency Of Fluid Change Frequency Of Fluid Change Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. maintenance intervals. Power Transfer Unit (PTU) — AWD/4WD Models Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Only Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Lubricant Selection...
Page 526 524 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- What Causes Corrosion? lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of and Tar Remover to remove. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
Page 527 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 528 526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, Equipped abrasives or polishing compounds. They will perma- Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- nently damage this finish and such damage is not cov- ner: ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 529 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 Interior Care WARNING! Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. carpeting. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Page 530 528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces CAUTION! All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton with MOPAR Glass Cleaner, or any commercial based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as household-type glass cleaner.
Page 531 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 Instrument Panel Bezels 2. Dry with a soft cloth. Seat Belt Maintenance CAUTION! Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.
Page 532: Fuses
530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assem- is off and that all the other services are switched off blies must be replaced after a collision if they have and/or disengaged.
Page 533: Integrated Power Module (Ipm)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 Integrated Power Module (IPM) The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. A label that identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover.
Page 534 532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch/Clock Spring – 15 Amp Lt Blue Battery Feed For Power Tech – 10 Amp Red Power Mirror/Steering Control Sat- ellite Radio/Hands-Free Phone – 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw –...
Page 535 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Wireless Control Module 40 Amp Green – Auto Shutdown Relay – 20 Amp Yellow Radio Amplifiers – 15 Amp Lt Blue Radio – 10 Amp Red Intrusion Module/Siren – If Equipped –...
Page 536 534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Heated Seat – If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Headlamp Washer – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink – Auto Shutdown Relay – 10 Amp Red J1962 Conn/Powertrain Control Module 30 Amp Pink –...
Page 537: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 • Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution CAUTION! Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw). • When installing the IPM cover, it is important to • Or disconnect the negative cable from the battery. ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully •...
Page 538 536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Header Lamp T578 Center Dome Lamp T578 Rear Cargo Lamp/Flashlight 8–A35LF Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Low Beam/High Beam Headlamp Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Lamp 3757KA Front Fog Lamp PSX24W Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED Assembly (Serviced At Authorized Dealer) Rear Tail/Turn/Stop Lamp 3157...
Page 539: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 BULB REPLACEMENT NOTE: These are halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch the bulb with your fingers. Body oils from your fingers NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- could cause excessive heat buildup which reduces bulb spheric conditions.
Page 540: Rear Tail, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps
538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Tail, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps License Lamps 1. Raise the liftgate. 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate. 2. Remove the two push-pins from the taillamp housing. 2.
Page 541: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons 51 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters API Certified) Cooling System * 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR 7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or...
Page 542: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/ 150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.
Page 543 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 544: Chassis
542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission (CVT) — If Equipped Use only MOPAR CVTF+4 Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Automatic Transmission (Six-Speed) —...
Page 545 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Power Transfer Unit (PTU) We recommend you use MOPAR Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5. Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used.
Page 547: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....549 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....546...
Page 548 546 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 549 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 547 NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or • Check engine oil level 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The •...
Page 550 548 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Required Maintenance Intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following • Change oil and filter. page for the required maintenance intervals. • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu- lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
Page 551 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 549 Maintenance Chart Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, boot seals. tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
Page 552 550 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace engine air cleaner filter. Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. Replace spark plugs** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 553 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 551 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 Or Kilometers: Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. (CVT only) Change the automatic transmission fluid (six-speed only) if you frequently drive: on rough or unpaved roads, on mountain roads, on short trips, in heavy city traffic during hot weather, or if you use the ve- hicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 554 552 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 Or Kilometers: Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, WARNING! (Continued) yearly intervals do not apply. service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 555 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .555 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 556 554 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .562 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....561 ▫...
Page 557: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 555 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 558: Fca Us Llc Customer Center
556 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 FCA US LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 559: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 557 In Mexico Contact Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Sante Fe C.P. 05109 manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Mexico, D.
Page 560 558 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only We appreciate that you have made a major investment the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with...
Page 561: Warranty Information
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 559 WARRANTY INFORMATION If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy DVD, for the terms and provisions of FCA US LLC campaign.
Page 562: Publication Order Forms
560 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans- Service Manuals port Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor- Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/ mation that students and professional technicians need in roadsafety/ diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain- ing, servicing, and repairing FCA US LLC vehicles.
Page 563: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 561 Owner’s Manuals DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the The following tire grading categories were established by assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac- the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The quaint you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles.
Page 564: Traction Grades
562 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE significantly from the norm due to variations in driving Temperature Grades habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, teristics and climate. representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Traction Grades controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
Page 565 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 563 WARNING! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Page 567 INDEX...
Page 568 566 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .512 Side Air Bags ......66 Adding Fuel .
Page 569 INDEX 567 Capacities ......539 Autostick......355, 357 Disposal .
Page 570 568 INDEX Bulbs, Light ......103, 535 Cargo Tie-Downs ......208 Car Washes .
Page 571 INDEX 569 Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Compass Variance ......258 Belt ........92 Connector Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .
Page 572 570 INDEX Cupholders ......204 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ....30 Customer Assistance .
Page 573 INDEX 571 Emergency, In Case Of Oil Synthetic ......500 Jacking .......454 Overheating .
Page 574 572 INDEX Fluid Capacities ......539 Clean Air ......424 Fluid Leaks .
Page 575 INDEX 573 Gauges Head Restraints ......158 Fuel ....... . .240 Heated Mirrors .
Page 576 574 INDEX Instrument Cluster ....229, 230, 243 Key, Replacement ......16 Instrument Panel And Controls .
Page 577 INDEX 575 Brake Warning ......226 Map Reading ......171 Bulb Replacement .
Page 578 576 INDEX Lug Nuts .......452 Mirrors ....... .110 Lumbar Support .
Page 579 INDEX 577 Oil Change Indicator, Reset ....251 Operating Precautions ..... .493 Oil, Engine .
Page 580 578 INDEX Sunroof ......193 Radio Frequency Transfer Unit ......523 General Information .
Page 581 INDEX 579 Remote Control Safety Defects, Reporting ....559 Door Locks ......20 Safety, Exhaust Gas .
Page 582 580 INDEX Seat Belts ......42, 101 Seatback Release ......157 Adjustable Shoulder Belt .
Page 583 INDEX 581 Spare Tire .....406, 407, 408, 456 Storage, Vehicle......327 Spark Plugs .
Page 584 582 INDEX Air Pressure ......400 Spare Tire ..... .406, 408, 456 Chains .
Page 585 INDEX 583 Minimum Requirements ....439 UCI Connector ......306 Tips .
Page 586 584 INDEX Uconnect (Hands-Free Phone) ....114 Voice Command Understanding Your Instrument Panel...218 Commands ......147 Uniform Tire Quality Grades .
Page 587 INDEX 585 Windshield Defroster ....101, 319, 325 Windshield Washers ....172, 174 Windshield Wiper Blades .
Page 588 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.

Jeep 2016 Patriot Owner's Manual

Introduction

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

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