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BeltAlert

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will be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is

unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle
speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).

BeltAlert

姞

Programming

NOTE:

Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend de-

activating BeltAlert

威

.

BeltAlert

威

can be enabled or disabled by your authorized

dealer or by performing the following steps:

1. With all doors closed, and the ignition switch in any
position except ON/RUN or START, buckle the driver’s
seat belt.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, but
do not start the engine. Wait for the Seat Belt Reminder
Light to turn off and then proceed to the next step.

NOTE:

You must perform the following steps within

60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the ON/RUN
position.

3. Unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at
least three times within 10 seconds, ending with the seat
belt buckled.

NOTE:

Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn

on while unbuckling and turn off while re-buckling the
seat belt. It may be necessary to retract the seat belt
partially after unbuckling it.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. A
single chime will sound to signify that you have success-
fully completed the programming.

BeltAlert

威

can be reactivated by repeating this procedure.

NOTE:

Although BeltAlert

威

is deactivated, the Seat Belt

Reminder Light will continue to illuminate as long as the
driver’s seat belt is unbuckled.

54

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for 200 Convertible

Page 1: ...200 O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 1 ...

Page 2: ...ptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or op tional on this vehicle This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle Pl...

Page 3: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 457 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 471 10 INDEX 481 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 䡵 How To Use This Manual 4 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 6 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 6 䡵 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 1 ...

Page 6: ...hicle NOTE After reviewing the owner information it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc ing and remain with the vehicle when sold When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained tech nicians and genuine MOPAR威 parts and cares about your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which ...

Page 7: ...1 INTRODUCTION 5 ...

Page 8: ...important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is on the left front corner of the instrument panel The VIN is visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle the vehicle registration and the title NOTE It...

Page 9: ...IFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death 1 INTRODUCTION 7 ...

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Page 11: ...cement Keys 15 Customer Key Programming 16 General Information 16 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm If Equipped 16 Rearming The System 17 To Arm The System 17 To Disarm The System 17 䡵 Illuminated Entry If Equipped 18 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 19 To Unlock The Doors 20 To Lock The Doors 22 Convertible Top Operation Button If Equipped 23 To Unlatch The Trunk 23 2 ...

Page 12: ...s 30 䡵 Windows 32 Power Windows 32 Wind Buffeting 35 䡵 Trunk Lock And Release 35 䡵 Trunk Safety Warning 36 Trunk Internal Emergency Release 37 䡵 Occupant Restraints 37 Lap Shoulder Belts 41 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure 46 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions 46 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped 47 Energy Management Feature 48 Seat Belt Pretensioners 48 Supplemental Ac...

Page 13: ...m SRS Airbags 56 Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls 60 Event Data Recorder EDR 67 Child Restraints 68 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 78 䡵 Safety Tips 79 Transporting Passengers 79 Exhaust Gas 80 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 81 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 83 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ...

Page 14: ...er for these numbers and keep them in a safe place You can insert the double sided keys into the locks with either side up Ignition Key Removal Place the shift lever in PARK Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position push the key slightly inward rotate the key to the LOCK position and remove the key Vehicle Key Ignition Switch Positions 1 LOCK 3 ON RUN 2 ACC ACCESSORY 4 START 12 THINGS TO KNOW B...

Page 15: ... position Opening either door will cancel this feature For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC the power window switches radio hands free system if equipped and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi tion Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time for this feature is programmable ...

Page 16: ... Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System prevents unauthor ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded electronic chip transponder to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation Therefore only keys that are pro grammed to the veh...

Page 17: ...thorized dealer CAUTION Always remove the Sentry Key威 from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended CAUTION The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system is not compat ible with some after market remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to t...

Page 18: ... not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause unde sired operation VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors and trunk for unauthorized entry and ignition switch for unauthor ized operation While the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed interior switches for door locks and deckli...

Page 19: ...trument cluster will flash for 16 seconds This shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming During this period if a door is opened the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm NOTE During the 16 second arming period if a door is opened or the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN the Vehicle Securit...

Page 20: ...e vehicle or not If you remain in the vehicle and open a door the alarm will sound If this occurs disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected the Vehicle Security Alarm will remain armed when the battery is reconnected The exterior lights will flash and the horn will sound If this occurs disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm Tamper Aler...

Page 21: ...osition extreme downward position REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors open the trunk open the convertible top if equipped lower both door and rear quarter windows if equipped or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to 66 ft 20 m using a hand held Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmit ter The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to act...

Page 22: ...ures in Understand ing Your Instrument Panel for further information For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following procedure 1 Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least four seconds but not longer than 10 seconds Then press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button 2 Release both buttons at the same time 3 Test the feature whil...

Page 23: ... 1 Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least four seconds but not longer than 10 seconds Then press and hold the LOCK button while still holding the UNLOCK button 2 Release both buttons at the same time 3 Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans mitter with the ignition in the LOCK position and the key re...

Page 24: ...ledge the lock signal Sound Horn With Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter This feature can be turned on or off To change the current setting proceed as follows For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in ...

Page 25: ...ible Top Operation under Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information To Unlatch The Trunk Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times to unlatch the trunk Remote Open Window Feature If Equipped This feature allows you to remotely lower both door and rear quarter windows at the same time Lowering the windows using the RKE is a two step operation 1 Press the RKE t...

Page 26: ...tem Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key威 Customer Key Programming If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter contact your authorized dealer for details Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 NOTE Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back h...

Page 27: ...owing conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distan...

Page 28: ...OTE The vehicle must be equipped with an auto matic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start Shift lever in PARK Doors closed Hood closed Trunk closed Hazard switch off Brake switch inactive brake pedal not pressed Ignition key removed from ignition switch Battery at an acceptable charge le...

Page 29: ...ehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema turely Remote Start Aborted Door Ajar Remote Start Aborted Hood Ajar Remote Start Aborted Trunk Ajar Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low Remote Start Aborted System Fault The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned to the RUN position To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice w...

Page 30: ...s moved out of PARK The brake pedal is pressed To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle NOTE To avoid unintentional shut downs the system will disable the one time press of the remote start button for two seconds after receiving a valid remote start request To Exit Remote Start...

Page 31: ...rs as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock and lock your vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries or death Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatal...

Page 32: ...be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer See your authorized dealer for programming Auto Unlock On Exit The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if 1 The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en abled 2 The transaxle was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph 0 km h 3 The transaxle is in NEUTRAL or PARK 4 The driver door is opened 5 The doors were ...

Page 33: ... following procedure 1 Close all doors and place the key in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON RUN and then back to LOCK four times ending up in the LOCK position 3 Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming NOTE This feature will not be functional until the vehicle has been driven and the shift ...

Page 34: ...OTE If a fluttering noise is heard from the rear seat belts while driving with the windows down safely bring the vehicle to a stop and buckle the rear seat belts over the empty seats This will keep tension on the seat belts and remove the fluttering condition WARNING Never leave children in a vehicle with the keys in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unat tended children can become entrap...

Page 35: ...her in the up or down direction and release the switch For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC the power window switches will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either door will cancel this feature For vehicles equipped with EVIC the power window switches will remain active for up to 10 minutes after t...

Page 36: ...ll the window switches down firmly to open the windows completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver s door trim panel allows you to disable the window control on the passenger door To disable the window control on the passenger door press and release the window LOCK button ...

Page 37: ... the steering wheel NOTE The convertible top must be either closed and latched or open and latched to release the trunk The trunk release button on the dash will be disabled if the vehicle is locked by pressing the power door lock switch or by pressing the LOCK but ton on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter The trunk release button will be enabled when the ve hicle is unlocked by the RKE or i...

Page 38: ...es equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC the words Trunk Ajar will display TRUNK SAFETY WARNING WARNING Do not allow children to have access to the trunk either by climbing into the trunk from outside or through the inside of the vehicle Always close the trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended Once in the trunk young children may not be able to escape even if they entered...

Page 39: ...ome of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems Three point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions Advanced Front Airbags for driver and front passen ger Supplemental Active Head Restraints AHR located on top of the front seats integrated into the head restraint Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Airbags SAB An energy absorbing steering column and steering...

Page 40: ...d seat belts the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems For more information on LATCH refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH NOTE The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation based on the severity and type of collision ...

Page 41: ...child restraint Refer to Child Restraints You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly 3 The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front Airbags room to inflate 4 Do not lean against the door or window ...

Page 42: ...pright in the center of the seat Continued WARNING Continued In an accident you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on ...

Page 43: ...r vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Continued WARNING Continued It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In an accident people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body...

Page 44: ...matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the front seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is on the outboard side of the front seat next to your arm Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap Pulling Out The Latch Plate 42 THI...

Page 45: ...ap portion could ride too high on your body possibly causing internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly Continued Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 ...

Page 46: ...aced behind you will not protect you from injury during an accident You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight lift up on th...

Page 47: ...is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 6 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in an accident and leave you with no protection Inspect th...

Page 48: ...pped with Automatic Locking Retractors ALR which are used to secure a child restraint system For additional information refer to Installing Child Re straints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt under the Child Restraints section The chart below defines the type of feature for each seating position Driver Center Passenger First Row N A N A ALR Second Row ALR N A ALR N A Not Applicable ALR Automatic Locking...

Page 49: ... seating position that has a belt with this feature Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode 1 Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted 3 Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicat...

Page 50: ...re is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest WARNING The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re tractor ALR feature or any other seat belt func tion is not working properly when checked ac cording to the procedures in the Service Manual Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of i...

Page 51: ...estraint The head restraint will be split in two halves with the front half being soft foam and trim the back half being decorative plastic How the Active Head Restraints AHR Work The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC determines whether the severity or type of rear impact will require the Active Head Restraints AHR to deploy If a rear impact requires deployment both the driver and front passenger ...

Page 52: ...act a secondary rear impact occurs the AHR may deploy based on the sever ity and type of the impact Active Head Restraint AHR Components 1 Head Restraint Front Half Soft Foam and Trim 3 Head Restraint Back Half Decorative Plastic Rear Cover 2 Seatback 4 Head Restraint Guide Tubes 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 53: ...rstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Resetting Active Head Restraints AHR If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in an accident you must reset the head restraint on the driver s and front passenger seat You can recognize when the Active Head Restraint has been triggered by the fact that they have moved forward as shown in step three of the resetting procedure 1 Grasp the deployed AHR from t...

Page 54: ...rward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism 1 Downward Movement 2 Rearward Movement 3 Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mecha nism 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 55: ...minder Light will turn on and remain on until the driver seatbelt is fastened BeltAlert威 triggers within 60 seconds of vehicle speed over 5 mph 8 km h The reminder sequence lasts for 96 seconds or until the driver seatbelt is fastened After the sequence completes the Seat Belt Reminder Light remains illuminated until the driver seatbelt is fastened The driver should instruct all other occupants to...

Page 56: ...NOTE You must perform the following steps within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 3 Unbuckle and then re buckle the driver s seat belt at least three times within 10 seconds ending with the seat belt buckled NOTE Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn on while unbuckling and turn off while re buckling the seat belt It may be necessary to retract the seat bel...

Page 57: ... if there is an accident Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough When it is not required remove the extender and store it WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in an accident Only use ...

Page 58: ... center of the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Airbag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers NOTE These airbags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Advanced Airbags Advanced Front Airbag And Knee Bolster Locations 1 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Airbags 2 Knee Bolster 56 THINGS TO KNOW B...

Page 59: ...e inflation rate of the Advanced Front Airbags This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Airbags SAB to provide enhanced pro tection for an occupant during a side impact The SABs are located in the outboard side of the front seats NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during airbag deployment After any accident the vehicle should be taken ...

Page 60: ...ed immediately during an impact that requires airbag deployment This low output is used in less severe collisions A higher energy output is used for more severe collisions WARNING No objects should be placed over or near the airbag on the instrument panel because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the airbag to inflate Do not put anything on o...

Page 61: ...g a side impact The Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air bag is marked with an airbag label sewn into the out board side of the front seats When the airbag deploys it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat s trim cover Each airbag deploys independently that is a left side impact deploys the left airbag only and a right side impact deploys only the right airbag Supplemental Seat Mounte...

Page 62: ...rbag Deployment Sensors And Controls Occupant Restraint Controller ORC The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle The ORC determines if deployment of the front and or side airbags in a frontal or side collision is required Based on the impact sensors signals a central electronic ORC deploys the Advanced Front Airbags Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Airbags SAB ...

Page 63: ...needed to help keep you in position away from an inflating airbag The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the airbag system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON RUN position If the key is in the OFF position in the ACC position or not in the ignition the airbag system is not on and the airbags will not inflate The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may d...

Page 64: ...r of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Advanced Front Airbags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the Advanced Front Airbags Different airbag inflation rates are possible based on the collision type and severity The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of...

Page 65: ...e you if you are not seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side airbag inflates This especially applies to children Front And Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts impact sensors can aid the ORC in determining appropriate response to impact events Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment if the communication network re...

Page 66: ...e not permanent and normally heal quickly However if you haven t healed significantly within a few days or if you have any blistering see your doctor immediately As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the non toxic gas used for airbag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throa...

Page 67: ... cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper vehicle body structure or add aftermarket side steps or running boards It is dangerous to tr...

Page 68: ... and interconnecting wiring associated with airbag system electrical components While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free if any of the following occurs have an authorized dealer ser vice the airbag system immediately The Airbag Warning Light does not come on during the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON RUN position The Airbag Warning Light r...

Page 69: ...brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur NOTE EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non trivial crash situation occurs no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per sonal data e g name gender age and crash location are recorded However other p...

Page 70: ...NING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a projectile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child no matter how strong you are The child and others could be badly injured Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child s size There are different sizes and...

Page 71: ...he lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system Refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH WARNING Rearward facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position Older Children And Child Restraints Children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg and...

Page 72: ...as snug as possible Check belt fit periodically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back NOTE For additional information refer to www seatcheck org or call 1 866 SEATCHECK Cana dian residents shoul...

Page 73: ... certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards Chrysler Group LLC also recommends that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restrain...

Page 74: ...er install LATCH compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchorage If you are installing LATCH compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seat ing positions you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehicle s seat belts If your child restraints are not LATCH compatible you can only install the child re straints using the vehicle s seat belts For typical instal lation instructi...

Page 75: ...eing used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children It is recommended that before installing the child restraint buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint route the seat belt through the child r...

Page 76: ...her anchors are underneath access covers in the carpet covering the back of the seat where you see this symbol Many but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rear facing infant restraints will ...

Page 77: ...ucking the seat belt behind the child restraint route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint t...

Page 78: ... and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor As the belt retracts you will hear a ratcheting sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode 2 2 Finally pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint Any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasion ally and pull it tight if necessary In the rear seat you may...

Page 79: ...TE The convertible top must be in the UP position to access the tether anchor 2 Open the access port cover A behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint 3 Push the tether strap and hook B through the access port and down into the trunk NOTE Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path from the child seat to the anchor Child Tether Access Port Cover 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE S...

Page 80: ...ind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in an accident Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS ...

Page 81: ...in Maintaining Your Ve hicle NON DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not inter preted as an indication of difficulty SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA WARNING Do not leave children ...

Page 82: ...to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the co...

Page 83: ...ition switch is first turned ON If the light is not lit during starting see your authorized dealer If the light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an autho rized dealer Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield See your authorized dealer fo...

Page 84: ...s will reduce the size of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals Continued WARNING Continued Check mounting of mats on a regular basis Al ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing...

Page 85: ...ghts Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid o...

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Page 87: ...ing The Power Convertible Top 96 Raising The Power Convertible Top 97 Wind Stop If Equipped 98 Power Convertible Top Operation And Warning Messages 102 Emergency Bypass Mode To Raise The Top Only 107 䡵 Mirrors 108 Inside Day Night Mirror 108 Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped 108 Outside Mirrors 109 Power Mirrors 109 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 110 Vanity Mirror If Equipped 110 3 ...

Page 88: ...ce Command System Operation 142 Commands 143 Voice Training 147 䡵 Seats 147 Power Seats 148 Heated Seats If Equipped 150 Recliner Adjustment 151 Lumbar Support If Equipped 152 Easy Entry System 153 Adjusting Active Head Restraints 154 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 157 䡵 Lights 159 Multifunction Lever 159 Headlights And Parking Lights 159 Lights On Reminder 160 Automatic Headlights If Equipped 160 8...

Page 89: ...Interior Lights 164 Battery Saver Feature 165 䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers 165 Intermittent Wiper System 167 Mist Feature 168 Headlights With Wipers Available With Auto Headlights Only 169 Windshield Washers 169 䡵 Tilt Telescoping Steering Column 170 䡵 Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 171 To Activate 172 To Set A Desired Speed 172 To Deactivate 172 To Resume Speed 173 To Vary The Speed Sett...

Page 90: ...9 Troubleshooting Tips 179 General Information 180 䡵 Electrical Power Outlets 180 䡵 Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver If Equipped 183 䡵 Cupholders 184 Front Seat Cupholder 184 Rear Seat Cupholders 184 䡵 Storage 185 Glove Box Storage Compartment 185 䡵 Console Features 186 Storage 186 䡵 Rear Window Features 188 Rear Window Defroster 188 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 91: ... convertible top does not provide the structural protection that a reinforced metal roof does and the fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection of the occupants in a collision Therefore it is impor tant that all occupants wear their seat belts at all times Death or serious injuries could occur if you are ejected from the vehicle during a collision You can lower or raise the power conve...

Page 92: ...rmal position and then latches Spring loaded flipper doors which provide clearance for the linkage close off notches in the quarter trim panels when the top is down Power Convertible Top Usage Precautions NOTE The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is stationary the cargo shield is positioned correctly and the trunk lid is closed and latched In addition the system prohibits loweri...

Page 93: ... so closes a switch that allows top operation stowing to proceed If the switch is not closed a warning message dis plays in the instrument cluster to notify the driver Continued CAUTION Continued Always place items carefully into the trunk Do not push items too far into the trunk particu larly when the top is retracted into its stowage area in the trunk Do not use the area on top of the tonneau co...

Page 94: ...e top to move up To prevent striking a low ceiling or automatic door opener with the top it is strongly recommended that you do not operate the power top inside a garage or parking structure Continued CAUTION Continued Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the convertible top components trunk contents and the vehicle interior CAUTION Do not operate the power top with the hydraulic p...

Page 95: ...follow these cautions can cause damage to the convertible top components trunk contents and the vehicle interior WARNING Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Before operating the power top make sure that no moving parts of the convertible top can injure a person or animal Never place any extremities hands fee...

Page 96: ...p you must unfold the cargo shield and seat the tabs at each end of the cargo shield in the V slots in the trunk liner Doing so closes a switch that allows top operation If the switch is not closed a warning message displays in the instrument cluster to notify the driver Positioning The Cargo Shield For Top Operation Pull the cargo shield toward you to begin unfolding the panels Grasp the handle i...

Page 97: ... upright panel of the cargo shield lifting the pins out of the V slots in the trunk trim Continue folding the upright panel forward onto the horizontal panel then grasp both panels and lift them to the forward upright position in the trunk NOTE The convertible top will NOT operate with the cargo shield in the stowed position Cargo Shield Stowed Cargo Shield 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEH...

Page 98: ... two Top Down switch positions Press and hold the switch to the first detent The system will lower all fully raised windows approximately 0 5 in 10 mm lower the top to its fully retracted position and then raise the windows Press and hold the switch to the second detent The system will lower all four windows and the top to their fully retracted positions The driver has to press and hold the conver...

Page 99: ...en the ignition switch is turned to the ON or ACC position and when in the power accessory delay Press and hold the switch in the Top Up position until the operation of raising the top and latching it is complete which is indicated by the system raising the windows and dis playing TOP DONE in the odometer or CONVERT IBLE TOP COMPLETE in the EVIC if equipped Using The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitt...

Page 100: ...present 3 If Steps 1 and 2 do not resolve the problem refer to Emergency Bypass Mode Wind Stop If Equipped The Wind Stop installs in the backseat area of the vehicle The Wind Stop will not interfere with power top opera tion Therefore it can remain installed when the top is up However when not in use the Wind Stop folds to allow for convenient storage underneath the cargo shield in the trunk NOTE ...

Page 101: ...lie flat on each other in order to snap them together 4 Pivot the small frame 1 away from the large frame 2 until the pivot lock 3 engages to lock the two frames in an L shape 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 ...

Page 102: ...5 Unfold both stems at the rear of the large frame 6 Align and insert the stems into the slot in each trim panel 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 103: ...ng And Storing The Wind Stop Reverse the installation procedure to remove fold and store the Wind Stop However note the following before doing so Disengage the pivot lock 1 to fold the small frame flat onto the large frame Disengage the frame lock 2 to disconnect the small frame from the large frame 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 ...

Page 104: ...ormation EVIC Mes sage EVIC Message Display Time Odometer Message 5 mph 8 km h Odometer Message Display Time Odometer Message 5 mph 8 km h Odometer Message Display Time Chime Condition Operator Action Required CONVERT IBLE TOP NOT SE CURED Until Op eration is Complete TOP nOT SECUrE Until Op eration is Complete The System is Lowering or Raising the Top CONVERT IBLE TOP COM PLETE 9 sec TOP DONE Dis...

Page 105: ...olls for 9 sec Single Chime The Top Fails to Move When Operat ing the Power Top Control Position the Cargo Shield in the Trunk to Allow Top Op eration CONVERT IBLE TOP NOT SE CURED Until Op eration is Complete TOP nOT SECUrE Until Op eration is Complete TOP nOT SECUrE Until Op eration is Complete Single Chime The System Fails to Com plete Opera tion of Lower ing or Raising the Top Cycle Power Top ...

Page 106: ...H 9 sec SPEED TOO HIGH Display Scrolls for 9 sec TOP 6 sec Single Chime You Are Oper ating the Power Top at a Vehicle Speed Greater Than 0 mph 0 km h The Top Will Not Operate Unless the Vehicle is Stationary TRUNK AJAR Continu ous DECK Continu ous DECK Continu ous Single Chime The Trunk Lid is Unlatched or Open The Top Will Not Operate Unless the Trunk Lid is Closed 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES ...

Page 107: ...r 6 Seconds TOP 6 sec Single Chime The PTCM Activated the System LOCKOUT Feature Refer to Foot Note CONVERT IBLE TOP MAL FUNC TION Until Fault is No Lon ger De tected or Repaired TOP FAIL Display Scrolls until Fault is No Lon ger De tected or Repaired TOP Display Flashes until Fault is No Lon ger De tected or Repaired Single Chime The PTCM Activated the System LOCKOUT Feature See your authorized d...

Page 108: ... be lowered at tem peratures below 32 F 0 C If you are trying to raise the top and ambient temperature is below 40 F 40 C wait until the temperature rises before operating the power top If the vehicle charging system is malfunctioning see your authorized dealer for service If the battery is run down have it recharged and tested at your authorized dealer Hydraulic pump overheating can occur if you ...

Page 109: ...Once this procedure has been completed and the top is in the UP raised position see your autho rized dealer DO NOT exceed 40 mph 64 km h Continued CAUTION Continued Using the Emergency Bypass Mode could poten tially damage the convertible top and should only be used to raise the power top to the UP raised position when the normal top operation is not functioning If damage starts to occur while in ...

Page 110: ...matic Dimming Mirror If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during c...

Page 111: ...jects seen in the passenger side 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 Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver s doo...

Page 112: ...s are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster Refer to Rear Window Features in Understanding T he Features of Your Vehicle for fur ther information Vanity Mirror If Equipped A vanity mirror is attached to the inside face of the sun visor To use the mirror rotate the sun visor downward and flip the mirror cover upward Mirror Directions 11...

Page 113: ... through your vehi cle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the Uconnect Phone NOTE The Uconnect Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth威 Hands Free Profile Ver sion 0 96 or higher See the Uconnect website for supported phones For Uconnect customer support visit the following websites www chrysler com uconnect www dodge com uconnect www jeep com...

Page 114: ...hone The Uconnect Phone allows up to seven mobile phones to be linked to the system Only one linked or paired mobile phone can be used with the system at a time The system is available in English Spanish or French languages WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use All attention should be kept on the roadway ahead Failure t...

Page 115: ...ch as CELL or caller ID on certain radios Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone menu structure Voice commands are required after most Uconnect Phone prompts You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options Prior to giving a voice command one must wait for the beep which follows the Read...

Page 116: ... button and follow the audible prompts for directions All Uconnect Phone sessions begin with a press of the button on the radio control head Cancel Command At any prompt after the beep you can say Cancel and you will be returned to the main menu However in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu Pair Link Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone To begin using your Uconnect Phon...

Page 117: ...an pair up to seven mobile phones to your Uconnect Phone However at any given time only one mobile phone can be in use connected to your Uconnect System The priority allows the Uconnect Phone to know which mobile phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the vehicle at the same time For example if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle the Uconnect Phone will use th...

Page 118: ...ownloaded phonebook To learn how to store a name in the phonebook refer to Add Names to Your Uconnect Phonebook in the phonebook The Uconnect system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number which may appear in the display of certain radios Add Names To Your Uconnect Phonebook NOTE Adding names to the Uconnect Phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Pres...

Page 119: ...our phone Uconnect Phone automati cally downloads your mobile phone s phonebook Phonebook Download Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone If equipped and specifically supported by your phone Uconnect Phone automatically downloads names text names and number entries from your mobile phone s phonebook Specific Bluetooth威 Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature See Ucon...

Page 120: ...nd supported by your phone Uconnect Phone also allows the user to download entries one at a time from their phone via Bluetooth威 To use this feature press the button and say Phonebook Download The system prompts Ready to accept V card entry via Bluetooth威 The system is now ready to accept a single phonebook entry from your phone using the Bluetooth威 Object Exchange Profile OBEX Please see your pho...

Page 121: ...wing beep say Phonebook Edit You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit Next choose the number designation home work mobile or other that you wish to edit When prompted recite the new phone number for the phonebook entry that you are editing After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in the ...

Page 122: ... press the button while the Uconnect Phone is playing the desired entry and say Delete After you enter the name the Uconnect Phone will ask you which designation you wish to delete home work mobile other or all Say the designation you wish to delete Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited Delete Erase ...

Page 123: ...Uconnect Phone will then prompt you as to the number designation you wish to call The selected number will be dialed Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect Phone if the feature s are available on your mobile service plan For example if your mobile service plan provides three way calling this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect Phone Check with your...

Page 124: ...o make a second call while you are currently on a call press the button and say Dial or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress To go back to the first call refer to Toggling Between Calls in this section To combine two calls refer to Conference Call in this section Place Retrieve A Call From Hold To ...

Page 125: ...tive call s will be terminated and if there is a call on hold it will become the new active call If the active call is terminated by the phone far end a call on hold may not become active automatically This is cell phone dependent To bring the call back from hold press and hold the button until you hear a single beep Redial Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep sa...

Page 126: ...anguage Selection To change the language that the Uconnect Phone is using Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the language you wish to switch to English Espanol or Francais Continue to follow the system prompts to complete the language selection After selecting one of the languages all prompts and voice commands will be in that language NOTE Afte...

Page 127: ...e the vehicle is purchased 911 for the U S and Canada and 060 for Mexico The number dialed may not be applicable with the available mobile service and area If supported this number may be programmable on some systems To do this press the button and say Setup followed by Emergency The Uconnect Phone does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the mobile phone...

Page 128: ...ollowed by Towing Assistance Paging To learn how to page refer to Working with Automated Systems Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time out a little too soon to work properly with the Uconnect Phone Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail refer to Working with Automated Systems Working With Automated Systems This method is used in instances where ...

Page 129: ...all and then press the button and say Send The system will prompt you to enter the name or number and say the name of the phonebook entry you wish to send The Uconnect Phone will then send the corresponding phone number associated with the phonebook entry as tones over the phone NOTE You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone network configurations This is normal Some paging and voice m...

Page 130: ...for network signal strength phone battery strength etc Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone keypad and still use the Uconnect Phone while dialing via the mobile phone keypad the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth威 mobile phone the audio will be played through your vehic...

Page 131: ...all To transfer an ongoing call from your Uconnect Phone paired mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone or vice versa press the button and say Transfer Call Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The Uconnect Phone And Mobile Phone Your mobile phone can be paired with many different electronic devices but can only be actively connected with one electronic device at a time If you would like to connect or di...

Page 132: ... Select Phone and follow the prompts You can also press the button at any time while the list is being played and then choose the phone that you wish to select The selected phone will be used for the next phone call If the selected phone is not available the Uconnect Phone will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near approximately within 30 ft 9 m the vehicle Delete Uconnect ...

Page 133: ...raining System Training or Start Voice Training command You can either press the Uconnect Phone button to restore the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect Phone For best results the Voice Training session should be com pleted when the vehicle is parked with the engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated ...

Page 134: ...se smooth road surface fully closed windows dry weather condition Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English French and Spanish ac cents the system may not always work for some When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string make sure to say Send Storing names in the phonebook when th...

Page 135: ...setting low to medium vehicle speed low road noise smooth road surface fully closed windows dry weather conditions and operation from the driver s seat Performance such as audio clarity echo and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network and not the Uconnect Phone Echo at the phone far end can sometimes be reduced by lowering the in vehicle audio volume In a convertible vehicle syste...

Page 136: ...essage for you After reading a message you can Reply or Forward the message using Uconnect Phone Send Messages You can send messages using Uconnect Phone To send a new message Press the button After the Ready prompt and the following beep say SMS Send or Send Messages You can either say the message you wish to send or say List Messages There are 20 preset messages To send a message press the butto...

Page 137: ... love you 8 Call me 9 Call me later 10 Thanks 11 See You in 15 minutes 12 I am on my way 13 I ll be late 14 Are you there yet 15 Where are we meeting 16 Can this wait 17 Bye for now 18 When can we meet 19 Send number to call 20 Start without me 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 ...

Page 138: ...ge it Bluetooth威 Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone When this happens the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off on Your mobile phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth威 ON mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the ON or ACC position or after a language change you must wait at least ...

Page 139: ...3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 ...

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Page 142: ...ive six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all Voice Commands Primary Alternate s call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 143: ...ing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate s return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call Uconnect Tutorial try again voice training work yes 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 ...

Page 144: ...ce Command system allows you to control your AM FM radio satellite radio disc player and a memo recorder NOTE Take care to speak into the Voice Interface System as calmly and normally as possible The ability of the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in s...

Page 145: ...ommands are universal and can be used from any menu All other commands can be used depending upon the active application When using this system you should speak clearly and at a normal speaking volume The system will best recognize your speech if the win dows are closed and the heater air conditioning fan is set to low At any point if the system does not recognize one of your commands you will be ...

Page 146: ... to the main menu In this mode you can say the following commands Radio to switch to the radio mode Disc to switch to the disc mode Memo to switch to the memo recorder System Setup to switch to system setup Radio AM or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave If Equipped To switch to the AM band say AM or Radio AM In this mode you may say the following commands Frequency to change the frequency Next S...

Page 147: ...ollowing com mands Channel Number to change the channel by its spoken number Next Channel to select the next channel Previous Channel to select the previous channel List Channel to hear a list of available channels Select Name to say the name of a channel Menu Radio to switch to the radio menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu Disc To switch to the disc mode say Disc In this mode you may say th...

Page 148: ...y recorded memos During the playback you may press the Voice Command button to stop playing memos You proceed by saying one of the following commands Repeat to repeat a memo Next to play the next memo Previous to play the previous memo Delete to delete a memo Delete All to delete all memos Setup To switch to system setup you may say on of the following Change to setup Switch to system setup Change...

Page 149: ...oice to the system and will improve recognition 2 Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by Uconnect Voice For best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only SEATS Seats are a part of the Oc...

Page 150: ... belt properly Power Seats The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use the switch to move the seat up down forward rearward or to tilt the seat Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward Push the seat switch forward or rearward the seat will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when the desired positi...

Page 151: ...d position is reached 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 Continued WARNING Continued Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seatbelts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seatbelt Do not ride with th...

Page 152: ... cally switches to LOW level heating and turns one indi cator light OFF after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation It will turn the heater and the remaining indicator light OFF after a maximum of 45 minutes of continuous operation If LOW level heating is selected the system automatically turns the heater and the indicator light OFF after a maximum of 45 minutes of continuous operation N...

Page 153: ... of the seat could damage the heating element and or degrade the material of the seat Recliner Adjustment The recliner control is on the outboard side of the seat To recline the seat lean forward slightly and lift the lever Then lean back to the position desired and release the lever To return the seatback to its normal upright posi tion lean forward and lift the lever Release the lever once the s...

Page 154: ... belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Lumbar Support If Equipped This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support The control lever is on the inboard side of the seat Turn the control lever downward to increase and upward t...

Page 155: ...l position the memory feature restores the seat position and seatback recline position to their current settings On the driver seat pull the lever upward to move the seatback forward When returning the seatback to its normal position the memory feature restores the seatback recline position to its current setting Easy Entry Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 ...

Page 156: ...head restraint is located above the top of your ear To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint on some models you may need to press the push button To lower the head restraint press the push button located at the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint Adjusted Head Restraint Push Button 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 157: ...h rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head NOTE The head restraints should only be removed by quali fied technicians for service purposes only If either of the head restraints require removal see your autho rized dealer Active Head Restraint Normal Position Active Head Restraint Tilted 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 ...

Page 158: ... is in PARK Continued WARNING Continued Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint such as coats seat covers or portable DVD players These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an object such as a hand foot or loose car...

Page 159: ...ood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel 2 Move to the outside of the vehicle and lift the second ary latch underneath the center front edge of the hood and raise the hood Hood Release Lever Hood Safety Catch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 ...

Page 160: ...le damage do not slam the hood to close it Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death Hood Prop Rod Hole Location 158...

Page 161: ...trument panel lights instru ment panel light dimming interior lights and fog lights if equipped Headlights And Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent for parking light operation Turn the end of the lever to the second detent for headlight operation Multifunction Lever Headlight Switch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 ...

Page 162: ...he end of the multifunction lever out of the AUTO position NOTE The engine must be running before the head lights will turn on in the Automatic mode Headlights With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the multifunction lever is placed in the AUTO position In addition the h...

Page 163: ...hey will turn off in the normal manner The Headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further information Instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to ful...

Page 164: ... fog lights turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out on the end of the multifunction lever NOTE The front fog lights will only operate with the headlights on low beam Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the front fog lights Dimmer Control Front Fog Light Control 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 165: ...l turn off automatically when a turn signal is in operation and turn on again when the turn signal is not operating 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 Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once without moving beyond the detent and the turn signal rig...

Page 166: ...h beams will shut off If this occurs wait 30 seconds before activating the Flash To Pass function again Interior Lights Two courtesy reading lights are located in the bottom of the rearview mirror You can turn these lights on and off from the switches in the mirror or from the dimmer control in the multifunction lever These lights are also controlled automatically by the Illuminated Entry System A...

Page 167: ... is moved to the LOCK position This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper washer control lever is located on the right side of the steering column Windshield Wiper Washer Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 ...

Page 168: ... to the ON position again 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 Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to ...

Page 169: ...wind shield wiper washer control lever to the first detent and then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay interval There are five delay settings which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles Changing Intermittent Settings 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 ...

Page 170: ...ezing weather warm the windshield with defroster before and during wind shield washer use Mist Feature Push downward on the windshield wiper washer con trol lever to activate a single wipe cycle to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle The wipers will continue to operate until you release the lever Mist Control 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 171: ...er to Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your In strument Panel for further information Windshield Washers To use the washer pull the windshield wiper washer control lever toward you and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the delay range the wipers will op...

Page 172: ...ired To lengthen or shorten the steering column pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired To lock the steering column in position pull the lever upward until fully engaged WARNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Be sure t...

Page 173: ...eed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel 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 1 ON OFF 2 RES 4 CANCEL 3 SET 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 ...

Page 174: ...ld lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON When the vehicle has reached the desired speed press the SET button and release Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed NOTE The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pressing the...

Page 175: ...push the SET button If the button is continually held in the SET position the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released Release the button when the desired speed is reached and the new set speed will be established Pressing the SET button once will result in a 1 mph 2 km h decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph 2 km h To Accele...

Page 176: ...fic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink威 replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink威 unit operates off your vehicle s battery The HomeLink威 buttons that are located in the headliner or sun visor designate the ...

Page 177: ...o not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death Programming HomeLink姞 Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink威 buttons erase all channels before you begin training To do this press and hold the two outside buttons for up to 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes It is recommended that a new battery be placed...

Page 178: ...place Step 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Programming section After training a HomeLink威 channel if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink威 and the ga rage door opener was manufactured after 1995 the garage door opener may have a rolling code If so proceed to Step 5 Programming A Rolling Code System Press and hold the just trained HomeLink威 button and observe the ind...

Page 179: ...mmed HomeLink威 button twice holding the button for two seconds each time If the device is plugged in and activates programming is complete If the device does not activate press the button a third time for two seconds to complete the training If you have any problems or require assistance please call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for information or assistance To pr...

Page 180: ...k威 Step 3 with the following 3 Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button while you press and release cycle your handheld transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink威 has successfully accepted the frequency signal The indica tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained If you unplugged the device for training plug it back in at this time Then proceed with Step 4 under Prog...

Page 181: ...for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes Note that all channels will be erased Individual channels cannot be erased The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威 here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original transmitter Press the LEARN button on th...

Page 182: ...r only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two 12 Volt 13 Amp electrical power outlets on this vehicle Both of the power outlets are protected by a fuse NOTE 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 The instr...

Page 183: ...ectly from the battery power available at all times Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the battery and or prevent the engine from starting Instrument Panel Power Outlet Center Console 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 ...

Page 184: ...t Do not touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 16 Fuse 15 A Blue Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel 2 11 Fuse 15 A Blue Power Outlet Inside Arm Rest 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 185: ...caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle s battery CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER IF EQUIPPED An optional ash receiver is available from your autho rized dealer and will fit in the center console front c...

Page 186: ...The one piece insert can be removed easily for cleaning An optional removable ashtray may be located in one of the cupholders Rear Seat Cupholders Cupholders for the rear seat occupants are located in the armrests Each cupholder is capable of holding up to a 20 oz 5 L bottle or can Front Cupholders 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 187: ...ing the doors to avoid injury STORAGE Glove Box Storage Compartment The glove box storage compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel To open the glove box pull outward on the latch handle located on the front of the glove box Rear Seat Cupholder Glove Box Storage Compartment 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 ...

Page 188: ...ition to provide added user comfort The center console can be used for storage and is also equipped with an electrical power outlet Refer to Power Outlets in Understanding The Feature of Your Vehicle for further information Two separate storage compartments are also located underneath the armrest Center Console 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 189: ...hone while it is plugged into the power outlet with the armrest latched down The power outlet can also energize the cigar lighter in the optional cup holder ash receiver WARNING Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart ment lid in the open position Cellular phones music players and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving Use of these devices while driving can cau...

Page 190: ...e NOTE To prevent excessive battery drain use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements Use care when washing the inside of the rear window Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements L...

Page 191: ...lectronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped 210 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 212 Oil Change Required If Equipped 213 Trip Functions 214 Compass Display 216 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 219 䡵 Setting The Analog Clock 222 䡵 Media Center 230 REQ AM FM Stereo Radio And 6 Disc CD DVD Changer MP3 WMA AUX Jack 223 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 223 ...

Page 192: ...pped 243 Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped 243 䡵 Media Center 130 Sales Code RES 243 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 243 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 246 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 249 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 251 䡵 Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio Sales Code RES RSC 252 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 252 Operation Instructions CD ...

Page 193: ...Radio Buttons 270 Play Mode 271 List Or Browse Mode 272 Bluetooth Streaming Audio BTSA 274 䡵 Steering Wheel Audio Controls If Equipped 275 Radio Operation 276 CD Player 276 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 277 䡵 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones 277 䡵 Climate Controls 278 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning 278 Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped 282 Operating Tips 288 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INST...

Page 194: ...2 Side Window Demister Outlet 7 Passenger Airbag 12 Climate Control 3 Instrument Cluster 8 Glove Compartment 13 Trunk Release Button 4 Ignition Switch 9 Heated Seat Switch If Equipped 14 Power Outlet 5 Analog Clock 10 Hazard Switch 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 195: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 ...

Page 196: ...y and call for service There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition If your air conditioning is on turn it off The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A C removes this heat You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat the Mode control to Floor and the Fan control to High This allows the heater core to act...

Page 197: ...SERVICE IMMEDIATELY See your local authorized dealer If jump starting is required refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies 7 Airbag 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 starting stays on or turns on while driving then have the system inspected at ...

Page 198: ...an be determined using the procedure shown in Maintaining Your Vehicle 10 Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi tion As temperatures rise and the gauge ap proaches H this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass H the indicator will continuously flash...

Page 199: ...rp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi tions The vehicle should have service performed and the brake fluid level checked If brake failure is indicated immediate repair is neces sary WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger ous Part of the brake system may have failed It will take longer to stop the vehicle You could have a collision Have the vehicle checked immedi...

Page 200: ... transmission NOTE You must apply the brakes before shifting from PARK 14 Odometer Trip Odometer Display Area The odometer display shows the total distance the ve hicle has been driven U S Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced the ...

Page 201: ...st Be Put In The Stowed Position SPEEd TOO HIgH Vehicle Speed Is Too High For Convertible Top Up Down Operation TOP donE Convertible Top Up Down Operation Is Complete TOP nOT SECUrE Convertible Top Is Not Secured LoW tirE Low Tire Pressure HOTOIL Transmission Oil Temperature Exceeds Safe Threshold gASCAP Fuel Cap Fault CHANgE OIL Oil Change Required NOTE If the instrument cluster is equipped with ...

Page 202: ...AP will display in the odometer display area If this occurs tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odom eter reset button to turn off the gASCAP message Refer to Onboard Diagnostic System OBDII in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information If the problem continues the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started See your authorized dealer service center as soon as pos...

Page 203: ... position NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure 4 For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 15 Cruise Indicator If Equipped This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed Control System is ON 16 Odometer ...

Page 204: ... Trip Mode to reset the trip odometer 17 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Indicator Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control ETC system If a problem is detected the light will come on while the engine is running If the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing however see your autho rized dealer for serv...

Page 205: ...ective outside light bulb 21 Front Fog Light Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on 22 Vehicle Security Light If Equipped This light will flash rapidly for approximately 16 seconds when the alarm system is arming The light will begin to flash slowly indicating that the system is armed The light will stop flashing when the vehicle is disarmed 23 Anti L...

Page 206: ...ight in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position It should go out with the engine running If the ESC Activation Malfunction In dicator Light comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles kilometer...

Page 207: ...cantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illumi nates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ...

Page 208: ...tion properly CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system opera tion or sensor damage may result when using re placement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage Do not use tire sealant from a c...

Page 209: ... damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required WARNING A malfunctioning catalytic converter as referenced above can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants or wood or cardboard etc This could result in death or serious injury to the driver occu pants or others ...

Page 210: ...ghts to low beam 29 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Display If Equipped This display shows the EVIC messages when the appro priate conditions exist Refer to Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC for further information MINI TRIP COMPUTER IF EQUIPPED The Mini Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster and features a driver interactive trip information and temperature displa...

Page 211: ...en press and hold the RESET button located on the steering wheel The following displays can be reset or changed Trip A Trip B Trip Odometer ODO This display shows the distance traveled since the last reset Press and release the STEP button on the instru ment cluster to switch from odometer to Trip A or Trip B Trip A Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last reset Mini Trip Contro...

Page 212: ...ic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster The EVIC consists of the following System Status Vehicle information warning message displays Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 213: ...e Pressure Monitor System TPMS displays if equipped The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel Press and release the MENU button to advance the display to Trip Functions or Personal set tings or to return to the default System status display EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons MENU Button 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 ...

Page 214: ...priate conditions exist the EVIC displays the following messages Turn Signal On with a continuous warning chime after one mile traveled Left Front Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Right Front Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime RKE Remote Keyless Entry Battery Low with a single c...

Page 215: ...with a single chime Speed Too High with a single chime Convertible Top Malfunction with a single chime Oil Change Required with a single chime ECO Fuel Saver Indicator If Equipped Low Pressure with a single chime Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System in Starting and Operat ing Check TPM System with a single chime Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System in Starting and Operating Oil Change Requ...

Page 216: ...1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position Do not start the engine 2 Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure Trip Functions Press and release the MENU button until on...

Page 217: ...To Empty DTE Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy according to the current fuel tank level DTE cannot be reset through the SELECT button NOTE Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distanc...

Page 218: ...button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently displayed function Reset ALL will display during this three second window Compass Display The compass heading indicates the direction the vehicle is facing Press and release the compass button to display one of eight compass heading and the outside tempera ture NOTE The system will display the last known outside temperature when ...

Page 219: ...s manually How ever prior to calibrating the compass make sure the proper Compass Variance value is selected Refer to Compass Variance for additional information Then continue to calibrate the compass as follows 1 Start the engine Leave the shift lever in PARK in order to enter the EVIC Programming Menus 2 Press and release the MENU Button until Personal Settings displays in the EVIC 3 Press and r...

Page 220: ...e following procedure NOTE Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel such as iPod s Mobile Phones Laptops and Radar Detectors This is where the compass module is located and it can cause interference with the compass sensor and it may give false readings 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position Leave the shift lever in PARK 2 Press and release the MENU button until Per...

Page 221: ...nd recall features when the automatic transaxle is in PARK Press and release the MENU button until Personal Settings displays in the EVIC Press and release the DOWN button to display the following programmable features Language When in this display you may select different languages for all display nomenclature including the trip functions Pressing the SELECT button while in this display selects E...

Page 222: ...e your selection press and release the SELECT button until ON or OFF appears Flash Lamps with LOCK When ON is selected the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmitter This feature may be selected with or without the Sound Horn with LOCK feature selected To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until ON or OFF appears Headl...

Page 223: ... button until OFF 45 sec 5 min or 10 min appears Illumin Approach When this feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter To make your selection press the SELECT button until OFF 30 sec 60 sec or 90 sec appears Hill Start Assist HSA If Equipped When on is selected the HSA system is active Re...

Page 224: ... Compass Refer to Compass Display for more information Compass Variance Refer to Compass Display for more information SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock located at the top center of the instrument panel press and hold the button in until the setting is correct The clock will adjust slowly at first and then quicker the longer the button is held 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 225: ...Rotary Push the ON VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio Press 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 Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned ON the sound will...

Page 226: ...istenable station before continuing to the next To stop the search press the SCAN button a second time Voice Command Button Uconnect Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature if equipped Refer to Voice Command in the Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD for further details If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not...

Page 227: ...inutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save the time change 5 To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button and selecting the SET HOME CLOCK entry Once in this display follow the above procedure starting at step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station one with call letters...

Page 228: ...ase the treble tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and re...

Page 229: ...ntry Country Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious Talk Rel Talk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR...

Page 230: ...ush the AUDIO SELECT button to select an entry and make changes DVD Enter When the disc is in DVD Menu mode selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current highlighted selection Use the remote control to scroll up and down the menu if equipped DISC Play Pause You can toggle between playing the DVD and pausing the DVD by pushing the SELECT button if equipped DVD Play Options Selecting the DV...

Page 231: ... set the clock Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob again to save changes Player Defaults Selecting this item will allow the user to scroll through the following items and set defaults according to customer preference Menu Language If Equipped Selecting this item will allo...

Page 232: ...er and then push to select Subtitles If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose between subtitle Off or On Audio DRC If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio dynamic range The default is set to High and under this setting dialogues will play at 11 db higher than if the setting is Normal Aspect Ratio If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose between wid...

Page 233: ...stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations to be stored into pushbutton memory The stations stored in SET 2 m...

Page 234: ... until a safe temperature is reached This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics of the DVD player and other radio internal components NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio LOAD Button Loading Compact Disc s Press the LOAD button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number 1 6 where the CD is being loaded The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and pr...

Page 235: ...ng of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow you to scroll through the tracks faster in CD and MP3 MWA modes SCAN Button CD MODE Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing TIME Button CD MODE Press this button to change ...

Page 236: ... properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of directory levels 8 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders 100 Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a three character extension Level 2 31 including a separator and a...

Page 237: ...n the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 WMA files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 WMA Specification ...

Page 238: ...isc at Once option before writing to the disc LIST Button DISC Mode for MP3 WMA Play Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE SCROLL control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next folder in sequence if the selection do...

Page 239: ... device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE The AUX device must be turned on and the device s volume set to the proper level If the AUX audio is not loud enough turn the device s volume up If the AUX audio sounds distorted turn the device s volume down SEEK Button Auxiliary Mode No function SCAN Button Auxiliary Mode No function EJECT Button Auxiliary Mode No function TIME Button Auxiliary Mode Pres...

Page 240: ...of Dolby威 Laboratories Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technol ogy that is protected by U S patents and other intellec tual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited DT...

Page 241: ... for Canadian residents Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID Please have the following information available when calling 1 The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 2 Your Vehicle Identification Number To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access With the ignition switch in the ON RUN or ACC posi tion and the radio on press the...

Page 242: ...bstacle Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage Operating Instructions Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON RUN or ACC position to operate the radio SEEK Buttons P...

Page 243: ...nnel in the direction of the arrows TUNE Control Rotary Turn the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected T...

Page 244: ...tton memory You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 This allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory The channels stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every tim...

Page 245: ...uipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in the Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD for further details MEDIA CENTER 130 SALES CODE RES NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate Operating Instructions Radio Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Media Center 130 RES 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 ...

Page 246: ...ight switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it TIME Button Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time and radio frequency Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hour...

Page 247: ... the right or left to increase or decrease the mid range tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level fr...

Page 248: ...he display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit t...

Page 249: ...itch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism Do not use adhesive labels These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism RES i...

Page 250: ... allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display RW FF Press and hold the FF Fast Forward button and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner AM FM Button ...

Page 251: ... The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of folder levels 8 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders The radio display of file names and folder names is limited For large numbers of files and or folders the radio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will r...

Page 252: ...data to an MP3 file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rate MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 2...

Page 253: ...ion disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the DISC AUX button will change the mode to auxil...

Page 254: ...he 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 Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the...

Page 255: ...t Phone feature if equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in Under standing The Features If Your Vehicle If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With Uconnect Phone message will display on the radio screen Phone Button Uconnect Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature if equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in Unde...

Page 256: ...TUP button use the TUNE SCROLL control to select SET CLOCK and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio press the SETUP button and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station one with call letters displayed The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast from an FM station FM m...

Page 257: ...a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to ...

Page 258: ...untry Country Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious Talk Rel Talk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather 256 UNDERSTANDING Y...

Page 259: ...After adjusting the hours press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save time change AM FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pus...

Page 260: ...UX Button Pressing the DISC AUX button will allow you to switch from AM FM modes to DISC AUX mode Operation Instructions CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio This radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact...

Page 261: ...types one side is a DVD the other side is a CD should not be used and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF NOTE Eje...

Page 262: ...mode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran domly selected track Press the SET RND button a second time to stop Ran dom Play Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 f...

Page 263: ...io may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will result in this display With 200 files exceeding 50 folders will result in this display Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a three character extension Level 2 31 including a separator and a three chara...

Page 264: ...t rates MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags ID3 version 2 is not suppo...

Page 265: ...ing up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE SCROLL control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain playable files The folder list will time out after five seconds INFO Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll thro...

Page 266: ...five seconds when the ignition is OFF Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio If Equipped Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio This service offers over 130 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites a...

Page 267: ...til Sirius ID is selected Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob and the Sirius ID number will display The Sirius ID number display will time out in two minutes Press any button on the radio to exit this screen Selecting Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Mode Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode Satellite Antenna To ensure opt...

Page 268: ...e the radio SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass channels without stopping until you release it SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search...

Page 269: ...SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music type By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active the radio will be tuned to the next channel with the same selected Music Type name If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Program Type mode the Music Type mode will ...

Page 270: ...ows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory The channels stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 Satellite stations Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equippe...

Page 271: ... to the appropriate Uconnect Multimedia radio User s Manual for iPod威 or external USB device support capability Connecting an iPod威 or consumer electronic audio device to the AUX port located in the radio faceplate plays media but does not use the iPod威 MP3 control feature to control the connected device Connecting The iPod姞 or External USB Device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod威 or ex...

Page 272: ...connect to USB port The audio device can be played on the vehicle s sound system providing metadata artist track title album etc information on the radio display The audio device can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play Browse and List the iPod威 contents The audio device battery charges when plugged into the USB AUX connector if supported by the specific audio device Controlling The iPod姞...

Page 273: ...nd say Previous Track Jump backward in the current track by pressing and holding the RW button Holding the RW button long enough will jump to the beginning of the current track Jump forward in the current track by pressing and holding the FF button A single press backward RW or forward FF will jump backward or forward respectively for five seconds Use the SEEK and SEEK buttons to jump to the previ...

Page 274: ...les code RES radio only Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod威 or external USB device or press VR button and say Shuffle ON or Shuffle Off If the RND icon is showing on the radio display then the shuffle mode is ON List Or Browse Mode During Play mode pressing any of the buttons described below will bring up List mode List mode enables scrolling through...

Page 275: ...es Preset 5 Audiobooks Preset 6 Podcasts Pressing a PRESET button will display the current list on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line To Exit List mode without selecting a track press the same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode LIST button The LIST button will display the top level menu of the iPod威 or external USB device Turn the TUNE control knob to list the...

Page 276: ...o the connectors WARNING Do not plug in or remove the iPod威 or external USB device while driving Failure to follow this warning could result in an accident Bluetooth Streaming Audio BTSA Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the Uconnect phone system Controlling BTSA using Radio Buttons To get into the BTSA mode press either AUX button on the radio or press VR button and say Bluetooth ...

Page 277: ...rack Use the SEEK UP button or press the VR button on the radio and say Next Track to jump to the next track music on your cellular phone Previous Track Use the SEEK DOWN button or press the VR button on the radio and say Previous Track to jump to the previous track music on your cellular phone Browse Browsing is not available on a BTSA device Only the current song that is playing will display inf...

Page 278: ...he left hand rocker switch op eration in each mode Radio Operation Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will SEEK down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand switch will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset pushbutton CD Player Pressing th...

Page 279: ...n playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or have protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be ...

Page 280: ...ontrol 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 There are four blower speeds NOTE For vehicles equipped with Remote Start the climate controls will not function during Remote Start operation if the blower control is left in the O Off position Manual Te...

Page 281: ...tors may reduce airflow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance Mode Control Air Direction Rotate this control to choose from sev eral patterns of air distribution You can select either a primary mode as identified by the symbols on the con trol or a blend of two of these modes The closer the setting is to a particular symbol the more air distribution you receive from that mode Pane...

Page 282: ...rt while reducing moisture on the windshield Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets Use this mode with maxi mum blower and temperature settings for best wind shield and side window defrosting NOTE The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the Air Conditioning A C button is not pressed This dehu midifies the air ...

Page 283: ...et to panel or Bi Level Recirculated air is not allowed in Floor Mix or Defrost modes If the Recirculation button is depressed while in any of these modes the LED indicator will flash several times then go out Recirculation will be dis abled automatically is these modes are selected The A C can be deselected manually without disturb ing the mode control selection When the ignition switch is turned...

Page 284: ...ess the A C button to turn OFF the indicator light and the A C compressor Then move the temperature control to the desired temperature Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped Automatic Operation The Automatic Temperature Control system automati cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger Automatic Temperature Control 282 U...

Page 285: ...ically Selecting the O OFF position on the blower control stops the system completely and closes the outside air intake 72 F 22 C is the recommended setting for maximum comfort for the average person however this may vary NOTE The temperature setting can be adjusted at anytime without affecting automatic operation Pressing the Air Conditioning Control button while in AUTO mode will cause the LED i...

Page 286: ...e there are seven blower speeds that can be individual selected In off position the blower will shut off Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic Mode Preferred Automatic or Blower and Mode Pre ferred Automatic This means the operator can override the blower the mode or both There is a manual blower range for time...

Page 287: ...4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 ...

Page 288: ...ature between the upper and lower outlets The warmer air flows to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets Mix Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window demist outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy co...

Page 289: ...on will cause the LED in the control button to illuminate After ten minutes the system will return to normal AUTO mode function and the LED will turn off NOTE When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position the recirculation feature will be cancelled In cold weather use of the Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging The Recirculation mode is not allowed in the floor defrost...

Page 290: ...o go into Recirculation Mode at this time If you would like the system to go into Recirculation Mode you must first move the Mode knob to Panel Mix and then press the Recirculation button This feature reduces the possibil ity of window fogging Operating Tips NOTE Refer to the chart at the end of this section for suggested control settings for various weather condi tions Summer Operation The engine...

Page 291: ... be quickly re moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost The Mix mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating If side window fogging be comes a problem increase blower speed Vehicle win dows tend to fog on the inside in mild but rainy or humid weather NOTE Recirculate without A C should not be used for long periods as fogging may occur Side Window Demisters A ...

Page 292: ...take is clear of ice slush and snow A C Air Filter If Equipped The A C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from entering the cabin The filter acts on air coming from outside the vehicle and recirculated air within the pas senger compartment Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for A C Air Filter service information or see your authorized dealer for service Refer to Maintena...

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Page 295: ...elow 20 F Or 29 C 299 If Engine Fails To Start 299 After Starting 300 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 301 䡵 Automatic Transmission 301 Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock Systems 303 Key Ignition Park Interlock 303 Brake Transmission Interlock System 303 Four Speed Six Speed Automatic Transmission 304 Gear Ranges 304 5 ...

Page 296: ...ti Lock Brake System ABS 317 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System 319 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 319 Traction Control System TCS 319 Brake Assist System BAS 320 Hill Start Assist HSA If Equipped 321 Electronic Stability Control ESC 323 ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC Off Indicator Light 326 䡵 Tire Safety Information 327 Tire Markings 327 Tire Identification Number TIN 331 Tire Term...

Page 297: ... 342 Tire Spinning 343 Tread Wear Indicators 344 Life Of Tire 344 Replacement Tires 345 䡵 Tire Chains 346 䡵 Snow Tires 346 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 347 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 348 Base System 351 Premium System If Equipped 353 General Information 357 䡵 Fuel Requirements 358 Reformulated Gasoline 358 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 359 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 359 MMT In Ga...

Page 298: ...rting 365 Cruising Range 365 Replacement Parts 365 Maintenance 366 䡵 Adding Fuel 366 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 366 Loose Filler Cap Message 368 䡵 Vehicle Loading 368 Vehicle Certification Label 368 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 369 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 369 Overloading 370 Loading 370 䡵 Trailer Towing 370 Common Towing Definitions 371 Trailer Hitch Classification 373 Trailer Towing Weight...

Page 299: ... Trailer And Tongue Weight 375 Towing Requirements 376 Towing Tips 380 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 381 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 381 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 ...

Page 300: ...TE The ignition switch must be in the ON position and you must press the brake pedal before shifting out of PARK Normal Starting NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal For vehicles not equipped with Tip Start Four Speed Transmission turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it when the engine starts If t...

Page 301: ...ersonal injury Continued WARNING Continued Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a dis charged battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a b...

Page 302: ... the floor repeat the Normal Starting or Ex treme Cold Weather procedures With Tip Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the Normal Starting or Extreme Cold Weather proce dures it may be flooded To clear any excess fuel push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it Then turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engag...

Page 303: ...heater cord before driving Damage to the 110 115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed Shift the shift lever into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift the shift lever into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the en...

Page 304: ...rmly on the brake pedal Continued WARNING Continued Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle you should always shift the vehicle into PARK remove the key from the ignition and apply the parking brake Once the key is removed from the ignition the shift lever i...

Page 305: ...the LOCK position Once the key is removed the shift lever is locked in PARK NOTE If a malfunction occurs the system will trap the key in the ignition switch lock cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service Brake Transmission Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmissio...

Page 306: ...ine can be started in this range Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion Apply parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range When parking on a flat surface place the shift lever into the PARK position first and then apply the parking brake When parking on a hill it is important to set the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK otherwise the load on the transmission lo...

Page 307: ... engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL positions into another gear range as this can damage the drivetrain REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward Use only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro longed periods with engine running Engine may be started in this range Set the parking brake and shift the transmission ...

Page 308: ...wnshifts and best fuel economy However select the 3 range when frequent transmission shifting occurs while using the DRIVE range such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions i e in hilly terrain traveling into strong headwinds or while towing heavy trailers Under these conditions using the 3 range will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shif...

Page 309: ... shifts into sec ond gear third gear for six speed The transmission remains in second gear third gear for six speed despite the forward gear selected PARK REVERSE and NEU TRAL will continue to operate The Reset feature allows the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for service without damaging the transmission In the event of a momentary problem the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gea...

Page 310: ...ws the driver to manually select the transmission gear being used Moving the shift lever to the left triggers a downshift and to the right an upshift The gear position will display in the instrument cluster on the transmission range indicator NOTE In AutoStick威 mode the transmission will only shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever to the right or left or as described below AutoStic...

Page 311: ...e engine Mostly the transmission will stay in the manually selected ratio however If the system detects powertrain overheating the transmission will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off If the system detects a problem it will disable the AutoStick威 mode and the transmission will return to the automatic mode until the problem is corrected DRIVING...

Page 312: ...e partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precautions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are slushy 2 Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehic...

Page 313: ...ou Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so CAUTION Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle Determine the condition of the road or the path that is...

Page 314: ...d cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s braking capabilities which increases stop ping distances Therefore after driving through s...

Page 315: ...red normal and do not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steer ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal and it does not in any way damage the steering system WARNING Continued operation with reduced power steering a...

Page 316: ...red by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only manufacturer s recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level With a clean cloth wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces Ref...

Page 317: ...nsmis sion 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 This light only shows that the parking brake is ap plied It does not show the degree of brake application When parking on a hill it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhil...

Page 318: ...d Do not leave the key in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake failure and a collision Always fully apply the parking brake when leav ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or injury Also be certain to leave the transmi...

Page 319: ... efficiency beyond that af forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded Continued WARNING Continued The ABS cannot prevent collisions including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydro planing The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopa...

Page 320: ... dealer When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph 11 km h you may hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises These noises are the system performing its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS system is working properly This self check occurs each time the vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph 11 km h ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditio...

Page 321: ...ronic Stability Control ESC All systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in vari ous driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESC Anti Lock Brake System ABS This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces duri...

Page 322: ...ystem ABS Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous brak ing pressure during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys ics from acting on the vehicl...

Page 323: ...ur foot is on the brake pedal during operation you may feel a slight pedal movement The clicking and pedal movement is normal and both will stop when HSA becomes inactive HSA Activation Criteria The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to activate Vehicle must be stopped Vehicle must be on a 7 or greater incline Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction i e vehicle facing uphill i...

Page 324: ...nter the steering wheel front wheels pointing straight forward 2 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL 3 Apply the parking brake 4 Start the engine 5 Release the clutch pedal 6 Rotate the steering wheel one half turn to the left 7 Press the ESC Off switch four times within 20 sec onds The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light should turn on and turn off two times 8 Rotate the steering wheel bac...

Page 325: ...eering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter acting the over under steer condition Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to deter mine the vehicle path intended by the driver and com pares it to the actual path of the vehicle When the actual path does not match the intended path ES...

Page 326: ...erating mode for ESC Whenever the vehicle is started the ESC system will be in this mode This mode should be used for almost all driving situa tions ESC should only be turned to Partial Off for specific reasons as noted below Partial ESC Mode This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the ESC Off switch located in the lower switch bank below the heater air conditioning controls When in Partial O...

Page 327: ...ystem is re duced NOTE To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with snow chains or starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch to the Partial Off mode by pressing the ESC Off switch Once the situa tion requiring ESC to be switched to the Partial Off mode is overcome turn ESC on again by momentarily pressing the ESC Off switch This may be done while the vehicle is ...

Page 328: ...s to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light also 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 throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions NOTE The ESC...

Page 329: ...idewall beginning with the section width The letter P is absent from this tire size designation Example 215 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 1 U S DOT Safety Stan dards ...

Page 330: ...h the tire diameter molded into the sidewall Example 31x10 5 R15 LT Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE Size Designation P Passenger car tire size based on U S design standards ⴖ blank ⴖ Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards T Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent ...

Page 331: ...ximum 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 The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 329 ...

Page 332: ...nforced tire Light Load Light load tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry Maximum Pressure Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire 330 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 333: ...ies 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 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means the 3rd week ...

Page 334: ...ree hour period Inflation pressure is measured in units of PSI pounds per square inch or KPa kilopascals Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire The max inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire p...

Page 335: ...nformation Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 total weight your vehicle can carry 3 tire size designed for your vehicle 4 cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information Placard 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 ...

Page 336: ...fer to Vehicle Loading in this section To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps For Determining...

Page 337: ...lculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and num...

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Page 339: ...cted by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob lems You could lo...

Page 340: ...s to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition These pressure con ditions will be found in the Supplemental Tire Pressure Inf...

Page 341: ...ire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 kPa for every 12 F 7 C for this outside temperature ...

Page 342: ...ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause a collision Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your authorized tire dealer for radial tire repairs Spare Tire Match...

Page 343: ... not install more than one non matching temporary use spare tire wheel on the vehicle at any given time CAUTION Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a compact full size or limited use temporary spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result Compact Spare Tire If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only You can i...

Page 344: ...ss of vehicle control Full Size Spare If Equipped The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle but it is not This spare tire may have limited tread life When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use full size spare tire needs to be replaced Since it is not the same as you...

Page 345: ...tunity and reinstall it on your vehicle Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or icy conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping Refer to Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in What To Do In Emergencies for further information WARNING Fast spinning tires can be d...

Page 346: ... to the tread wear indicators the tire should be replaced Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven WARNING Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and have ...

Page 347: ...and ride of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your original equipment or an autho rized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability WARNING Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus pension dimensions and performance characteris tics resulting in cha...

Page 348: ...hains are not recom mended CAUTION Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are used SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during the winter All season tires satisfy this require ment can be identified by the M S designation on the tire sidewall If you need snow tires select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires Use snow tires only in...

Page 349: ... be checked before using these tire types TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as tho...

Page 350: ...ses the tire pressure will decrease Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall Refer to Tires Genera...

Page 351: ...turn off once the system receives the updated tire pressures The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this informa tion For example your vehicle may have a recommended cold parked for more than three hours placard pressure of 30 psi 207 kPa If the ambient temperature is 68 F 20 C and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi 186 kPa a ...

Page 352: ...alve stem which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni toring Sensor NOTE The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation...

Page 353: ...e Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster a LOW TIRE message will be displayed for a minimum of five seconds and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible check the inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle and inflate each tire to the vehicle s recommended cold p...

Page 354: ...ains on the vehicle 5 Using wheels tires not equipped with TPM sensors NOTE 1 The compact spare tire if equipped does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor Therefore the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire 2 If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit upon the next ignition key cycle a chime wi...

Page 355: ...eive this information Premium System If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver Module NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicl...

Page 356: ...ay a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure values flashing Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible and inflate all tires with low pressure those flashing in the EVIC graphic to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure value Once the system receives the updated tire pressures the system will automatically update the graphic display in the E...

Page 357: ...em fault is detected a chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid In addition the EVIC will display a CHECK TPM SYS TEM message for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes in place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is not being received 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 ...

Page 358: ...with TPM sensors The EVIC will also display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds when a system fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is detected In this case the CHECK TPM SYSTEM mes sage is then followed with a graphic display with pres sure values still shown This indicates that the pressure values are still being received from the TPM sensors but they may not b...

Page 359: ...nd then display dashes in place of the pressure value 5 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare the TPMS will update automatically In addition the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF and the graphic in the EVIC will display a new pressure value instead of dashes as long no tire pressure is below the low press...

Page 360: ... Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experi ence these symptoms try another brand of gasoline before considering service for the vehicle Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications the World wide Fuel Charter WWFC which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions perfo...

Page 361: ...e the Malfunction Indicator Light to illumi nate Pump labels should clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater than 10 Ethanol Problems that result from using gasoline containing Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10 Ethanol are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be covered under warranty E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles Non FFV vehicles are compatible with gasol...

Page 362: ...rmance in some vehicles The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without MMT be used in your vehicle The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump therefore you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United Sta...

Page 363: ...engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate service Contact your authorized dealer for service assistance Continued CAUTION Continued The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended Most of these products contain high concentra tions of methanol Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuel...

Page 364: ...tinued WARNING Continued Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnor mal conditions repaired promptly Until repaired drive with all side windows fully open Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle FLEXIBLE FUEL 3 6...

Page 365: ...nol Fuel E 85 E 85 is a mixture of approximately 85 fuel ethanol and 15 unleaded gasoline WARNING Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury Never have any smok ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov ing the fuel filler tube cap gas cap or filling the tank Do not use E 85 as a cleaning agent and never use it near an open flame E 85 Fuel Cap 5 STARTI...

Page 366: ...uring warm up NOTE When the ambient temperature is above 90 F 32 C you may experience hard starting and rough idle following start up even if the above recommendations are followed Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully compatible with E 85 and may form deposits in your engine To eliminate driveability issues that may be caused by these deposits a supplemental gasoline additive such...

Page 367: ...ine is fully warmed up NOTE Use of the engine block heater if equipped is beneficial for E 85 startability when the ambient tempera ture is less than 32 F 0 C Cruising Range Because E 85 fuel contains less energy per gallon liter than gasoline you will experience an increase in fuel consumption You can expect your miles per gallon mpg miles per liter and your driving range to decrease by about 30 ...

Page 368: ...cap is behind the fuel filler door on the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle After removing the gas cap place the gas cap tether cable over a hook on the inside of the fuel door This keeps the gas cap suspended away from and protects the vehicle s surface Fuel Filler Door 366 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 369: ... cap gas cap A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc tion Indicator Light MIL to turn on To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled Continued Tether Cable 5 STARTING A...

Page 370: ...n the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full Loose Filler Cap Message If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap in loose improperly installed or damaged a gASCAP message will be displayed in the instrument cluster Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened Press the trip odometer reset ...

Page 371: ...l allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers and cargo The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR WARNING Because the front wheels steer the vehicle...

Page 372: ... not necessarily increase the vehicle s GVWR Loading To load your vehicle properly first figure out its empty weight axle by axle and side by side Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible Stow all loose items securely before driving If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you have exceeded either GAWR but the total load is within the specified GV...

Page 373: ... load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Refer to Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certification Label in Starting and Operating for further information Gross Trailer Weight GTW The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo consumables and equipment permanent or tem porary loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for operation condition The recommended way to ...

Page 374: ... have a collision Trailer Tongue Weight TW The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer In most cases it should not be less than or more than 10 of the trailer load You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle Frontal Area The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the maximum width of the front of a trailer Weight Carrying Hitch A weight...

Page 375: ... Max GTW towable for your given drivetrain Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight G...

Page 376: ...g Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds Note 1 The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo and it should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard Refer to Tire Safety Information in Starting and Operating for further information Note 2 Enclosed trailers or open utility trailers with front s...

Page 377: ...or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions Never exceed the maximum trailer tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle The trailer t...

Page 378: ... rear suspension of the tow vehicle decreasing vehicle stability Negative trailer tongue weight could cause the trailer to squat and potentially become disengaged from the tow vehicle resulting in a runaway trailer condition Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle drive train components the following guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Do not tow a trailer at all during ...

Page 379: ...to brakes axle engine transmission steering suspension chassis structure or tires Continued WARNING Continued Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade When ...

Page 380: ...on pres sures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for informa tion on tread wear indicators and for proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to Tires General Infor mation in Starting and Operating for information on replacement tires and for proper tire replacemen...

Page 381: ...d lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hydraulic brake lines It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have a collision Towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance When towing you should allow for ad ditiona...

Page 382: ... heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking If you REGULARLY TOW a trailer for more than 45 min utes of continuous operation then change the automatic transmission fluid and filter according to the interval specified for police taxi fleet or frequent trailer tow ing Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals NOTE Check the four speed automatic tra...

Page 383: ...ans mission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Recreational towing is not allowed CAUTION DO NOT flat tow this vehicle Damage to the drive train will result NOTE This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all four wh...

Page 384: ...N Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require ments can cause severe transmission damage Dam age from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty 382 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 385: ... Equipped 385 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing 386 Jack Location 386 Spare Tire Stowage 386 Preparations For Jacking 387 Jacking Instructions 388 䡵 Jump Starting 394 Preparations For Jump Start 394 Jump Starting Procedure 396 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 398 䡵 Shift Lever Override 399 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 400 Without The Ignition Key 402 6 ...

Page 386: ...placed in the OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion On the highways slow down In city traffic while stopped place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle speed NOTE There are steps that yo...

Page 387: ...e or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot Engine Oil Overheating 2 4L Engine Only If Equipped During sustained high speed driving or trailer tow up long grades on hot day the engine oil temperature may become...

Page 388: ...er start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Continued WARNING Continued The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slipp...

Page 389: ...mpt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 2 Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers 3 Set the parking brake 4 Place the shift lever into PARK automatic transmis sion or REVERSE manual transmission Spare Tire and Jack Stowage 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 ...

Page 390: ...y follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in PARK a manual transmission in RE...

Page 391: ...res must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle NOTE Refer to the Compact Spare Tire section of Tires General Information for information about the spare tire its use and operation 1 Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare wheel as an a...

Page 392: ...ack handle in place 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 CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in Step 3 3 There is a front and rear jacking location on each side of the vehicle Removing Jack Handle From Jack 390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 393: ...he jack is positioned turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 ...

Page 394: ... and pull the wheel and wheel covers where applicable off the hub Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts CAUTION Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly WARNING To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not ti...

Page 395: ...h to the jack assembly and stow it in the spare tire area Secure the assembly using the means provided WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided 10 Place the deflated flat tire in the cargo area and have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible WA...

Page 396: ...s CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur WARNING Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury Preparations For Jump Start The battery in your vehicle is located between the...

Page 397: ...be seriously injured Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories Remote Battery Posts 1 Remote Positive...

Page 398: ...ure the ignition is OFF WARNING Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result Jump Starting Procedure WARNING Failure to follow this procedure could result in per sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex plosion CAUTION Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster ve...

Page 399: ...battery to explode and could result in personal injury 5 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery Once the engine is started remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence 6 Disconnect the negative jumper cable from the remote negative post of the vehicle with the dis charge...

Page 400: ...g motion Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels is most effective CAUTION Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure Allow the en gine to idle with the shift ...

Page 401: ...s Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage or even failure of the axle and tires A tire could explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehi cle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and...

Page 402: ...he override lever forward 6 Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position 7 The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL 8 Reinstall the cupholder liner TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground ALL MODELS Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable Trans in NEUTRAL 25 mph 40 km h max speed 15 mi 24 km max distance Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Rear Front OK Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD 4...

Page 403: ... when towing Damage to the fascia will occur Continued CAUTION Continued When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck do not attach to front or rear suspension components Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing Do not push or tow this vehicle with another vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans mission may result If the vehicle being towed requires steering the ignition swi...

Page 404: ...ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position Flatbed towing is the preferred towing method However if a flatbed towing vehicle is not available wheel lift towing equip ment may be used Rear towing with the front wheels on the ground is not allowed as transmission damage will occur If re...

Page 405: ... 407 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 408 䡵 Replacement Parts 409 䡵 Dealer Service 410 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 410 Engine Oil 411 Engine Oil Filter 414 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 415 Maintenance Free Battery 415 Air Conditioner Maintenance 417 A C Air Filter If Equipped 418 Body Lubrication 419 Windshield Wiper Blades 420 Adding Washer Fluid 421 7 ...

Page 406: ...e Top Care 440 Weather Strip Care Soft And Hard Top 442 䡵 Fuses 443 Totally Integrated Power Module 443 䡵 Vehicle Storage 448 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 448 䡵 Bulb Replacement 449 Headlamp 449 Front Turn Signal 450 Front Fog Lamp 450 Backup Lamps 451 License Plate Lamp 452 䡵 Fluid Capacities 453 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 454 Engine 454 Chassis 455 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 407: ...Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 Engine Oil Fill 3 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 Coolant Pressure Cap 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Integrated Power Module Fuses 11 Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 Power Distribution Center Fuses 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 ...

Page 408: ...ne Coolant Reservoir 5 Air Cleaner Filter 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 Engine Oil Fill 4 Totally Integrated Power Module Fuses 8 Washer Fluid Reservoir 406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 409: ...eed towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will so...

Page 410: ...ine is running and that the OBD II system is ready for testing Normally the OBD II system will be ready The OBD II system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can us...

Page 411: ...ced or had a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD II system is ready or not if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehic...

Page 412: ...he proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule there are other components which may require servicing...

Page 413: ...als such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Do not check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and only when the engine is hot will improve the a...

Page 414: ...for further information NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8 000 miles 13 000 km or six months whichever occurs first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recom mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum In...

Page 415: ...ngine Compart ment in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further informa tion Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade 3 6L Engine SAE 5W 30 engine oil is preferred for all operating temperatures The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehic...

Page 416: ...aken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your authorized dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter...

Page 417: ...f replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR威 engine air cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended Maintenance Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic main tenance required NOTE The battery is stored in a compartme...

Page 418: ...to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked posi tive and negative and are identified on the battery case Cable cla...

Page 419: ...WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode injuring you Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail requiring costly repairs Refer to Warranty Information Book located on the DVD for further warranty information The air conditioning sys...

Page 420: ...ng or personal injury may result The A C Air Filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box Perform the following procedure to re place the filter 1 Open the glove box and remove all contents 2 Push in on the sides of the glove box and lower the door 3 Disconnect the glove box door dampener from the slot on the side of the box This is done by grasping the dampener connector on the o...

Page 421: ...ove box door dampener and glove box Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks door hinge pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubri cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as MOPAR威 Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure quiet easy operation and to protect against rust and wear Prior to the appli...

Page 422: ...s of salt waxes or road film and help reduce streaking and smearing Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Make sure that they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on ...

Page 423: ...haust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex haust system and adjacent body areas for ...

Page 424: ...system can contact anything that can burn CAUTION The catalytic converter requires the use of un leaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con trol device and may seriously reduce engine per formance and cause serious damage to the engine Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In t...

Page 425: ...rmal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam age Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by ...

Page 426: ...ifreeze is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant anti freeze Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness...

Page 427: ...oon as possible Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use addi tional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the engine coolant antifreeze and may plug the radiator This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based engine coolant anti freeze Use of Propylene Glycol based en...

Page 428: ... ized water when mixing the water engine coolant antifreeze solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated NOTE Mixing engine coolant ant...

Page 429: ...to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by ani mals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child or pet seek emergency assistance immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Coolant Level Four Cylinder Engines the coolant bottle provides a quic...

Page 430: ...por ized when the thermostat opens allowing hot engine coolant antifreeze to enter the radiator If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle Check engine coolant antifreeze freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If engine co...

Page 431: ... performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage You would not have yo...

Page 432: ...by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Re fer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your b...

Page 433: ...hot engine parts causing the brake fluid to catch fire Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami nate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure This could result in a collision Automatic Transmiss...

Page 434: ...ion fluid other than the manufacturer s recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information Special Additives Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple mental additives Therefore do not add any fluid addi tives to the tr...

Page 435: ...fluid is approximately 180 F 82 C which is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle is driven at least 15 miles 24 km Hot fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips Cold fluid is at a temperature below 80 F 27 C 7 Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated Then remove dipstick and note the reading a If the fluid is hot the reading should be in the crosshatched area ma...

Page 436: ...operly Fluid Level Check 3 6L Engine The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer serviced only Transmission Fluid and Filter Changes Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals In addition change the fluid and filter if the transmission is disassembled for any reason Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Ve...

Page 437: ...in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Washing Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using MOPAR威 Car Wash or equiva lent or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle use MOPAR威 Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover or equivalent to re...

Page 438: ... the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de ice...

Page 439: ...eakage than glass headlights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output avoid wiping with a dry cloth To remove road dirt wash with a mild soap solution fol lowed by rinsing Do not use abrasive cleaning components solvents steel wool or other aggressive...

Page 440: ... equivalent if absolutely necessary Do not use harsh cleaners or Armor All威 Use MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl upholstery Cleaning Leather Upholstery MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom mended for leather upholstery Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage t...

Page 441: ...e towel or rag that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If...

Page 442: ... liner and dry the outer surfaces with a clean soft cloth Installation Align the liner in the cupholder and press down firmly Convertible Top Care CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage stains or mildew on the top material Avoid high pressure car washes as they can dam age the top material Also increased water pres sure may force past the weather strips Remove any...

Page 443: ...Cleaning Careful vacuuming of the top before washing is helpful in removing dust and other foreign particles Wash in partial shade instead of direct sun Wet the entire vehicle before washing the top The top should be washed with a soft natural bristle scrub brush and a mild soap solution such as liquid dishwashing soap Do not use detergent CAUTION Never use an abrasive type cleaner or bleaches Cle...

Page 444: ...le brush scrub in all directions over the stain Avoid heavy scrubbing Rinse the area with warm water If the stain is still apparent repeat the cleaning procedure When the stain is no longer showing rinse the complete top with warm water Let the top dry before lowering it Protection For appearance purposes you may wish to protect your cloth top periodically A fabric protectant such as Scotch guard威...

Page 445: ...ngine 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 Refer to the graphic below for FUSES TIPM location Totally Integrated Power Module 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 ...

Page 446: ...mp Red Power Mirror Switch Climate Controls 7 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw IOD Sense 1 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 8 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw IOD Sense 2 9 40 Amp Green Battery Feed Power Seats If Equipped PZEV Air Pump If Equipped 10 20 Amp Yellow Instrument Panel Power Locks Interior Lights 11 15 Amp Lt Blue Selectable Power Outlet Inside Cen ter Arm Rest 12 20 Amp Yellow...

Page 447: ...en Auto Shutdown ASD Relay 19 20 Amp Yellow Audio Amplifier If Equipped Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 20 15 Amp Lt Blue Radio 21 10 Amp Red Siren If Equipped 22 10 Amp Red Ignition Run Cli mate Controls Hot Cupholder If Equipped 23 15 Amp Lt Blue Auto Shutdown ASD Relay 3 24 25 Amp Natural Sunroof If Equipped 25 10 Amp Red Ignition Run Heated Mirrors If Equipped 26 15 Amp Lt Blue Aut...

Page 448: ...ler ORC 29 Hot Car No Fuse Required 30 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Run Heated Seats If Equipped Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 31 10 Amp Red Headlamp Washer If Equipped 32 30 Amp Pink Auto Shutdown ASD Relay 1 33 10 Amp Red Switch Bank Diagnostic Link Connector Powertrain Control Module PCM 34 30 Amp Pink Anti Lock Brakes ABS Module If Equipped Electronic Stability Control ESC Module If Eq...

Page 449: ...ortant to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Totally Integrated Power Module and possibly result in an electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over...

Page 450: ... in the fresh air and high blower setting This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again REPLACEMENT BULBS All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb No Front Courtesy Reading Lamp 578 W5W Center Courtesy Readi...

Page 451: ...est be accomplished through the fender wheel opening after splash shield removal Headlamp 1 Raise and prop open the hood Locate the connector behind the headlamp 2 Reach into the engine compartment from the wheel opening grasp the round bulb cap from behind the lamp housing and rotate one quarter turn to remove 3 Reach into the lamp housing and rotate bulb and connector one quarter turn and pull o...

Page 452: ...lb and connector assembly into the headlamp housing and rotate the connector one quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place Front Fog Lamp NOTE Access to the lamps through the lower fascia cutout is limited We recommend you access the lamps by turning the steering wheel to allow access and remove the inner fender shield 1 Rotate the bulb s electrical connector one quarter turn counterclockwise and...

Page 453: ... housing and rotate the connector one quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place Backup Lamps 1 Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner behind the tail lamp 2 Remove the two plastic wing nuts from the tail lamp housing 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 ...

Page 454: ...met from inside the trunk can assist in lamp re moval 4 Twist and remove socket from lamp 5 Remove bulb from socket and replace License Plate Lamp 1 Using a small screwdriver press inward the locking tab on the side of the lamp assembly and pull down on the lamp assembly for removal 2 Pull bulb from socket replace and reinstall the lamp assembly into place ensuring the locking tab is secure 452 MA...

Page 455: ... API Certified 4 5 Quarts 4 4 Liters 3 6L Engine SAE 5W 30 API Certified 6 Quarts 5 6 Liters Cooling System 2 4L Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 7 7 Quarts 7 3 Liters 3 6L Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 11 6 Quarts 11 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHIC...

Page 456: ...r to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil 3 6L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W 30 Engine Oil meeting Chrysler Material Stan dard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs 2 4L Engine except PZEV ZFR5F 11 Gap 0 043 in 1 11 mm Spark Plugs 2 4L with PZEV ZFR5AP Gap 0 031 in 0 8 mm Spark...

Page 457: ...TF 4威 product Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR威 Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR威 ATF 4威 Automatic Transmis sion Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4威 product 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 ...

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Page 459: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Maintenance Schedule 458 Required Maintenance Intervals 460 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 460: ...change is necessary On Non EVIC equipped vehicles Change Oil will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime will sound indicating that an oil change is necessary Based on engine operation conditions the oil change indicator message will illuminate this means that service is required for your vehicle Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 500 miles 805 km N...

Page 461: ...bout five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required Once a Month Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage Inspect the battery and clean and tighten t...

Page 462: ...tenance items may result in damage to the vehicle Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 460 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 463: ... even if it occurs before 16 000 miles 26 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Perform the first inspection at 16 000 miles 26 000 km or 12 months Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends ...

Page 464: ...nge the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 32 000 miles 52 000 km Replace the spark plugs 2 4L Engine Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for...

Page 465: ...t sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 48 000 miles 78 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cra...

Page 466: ... wear even if it occurs before 64 000 miles 104 000 km Replace the spark plugs 2 4L Engine Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends a...

Page 467: ...the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 80 000 miles 130 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 104 000 miles 169 000 km Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front suspe...

Page 468: ...f irregular wear even if it occurs before 96 000 miles 156 000 km Replace the spark plugs 2 4L Engine Replace the spark plugs 3 6L Engine Inspect and replace PCV Valve if necessary Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot se...

Page 469: ...nd engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 112 000 miles 182 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot ...

Page 470: ... or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 128 000 miles 208 000 km Replace the spark plugs 2 4L Engine Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and ...

Page 471: ...irst sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 144 000 miles 234 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals fo...

Page 472: ...mpetent mechanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 152 000 Miles 247 000 km or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 152 000 miles 247 0...

Page 473: ...Requests 473 䡵 If You Need Assistance 473 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 474 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 474 In Mexico Contact 474 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 475 Service Contract 475 䡵 Warranty Information 476 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 476 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 476 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 476 In Canada 477 9 ...

Page 474: ...䡵 Publication Order Forms 477 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 479 Treadwear 479 Traction Grades 479 Temperature Grades 480 472 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 475: ...end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We wa...

Page 476: ...n to the manufacturer s customer cen ter should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 247 9753 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ont...

Page 477: ...ted repairs after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer s service contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s service contract you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about the service contract call the manufacturer s...

Page 478: ...ear contain or emit chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARRANTY INFORMATION See the Warranty Information Booklet located on the DVD for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market MOPAR姞 PARTS MOPAR威 fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized deale...

Page 479: ...n about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans port Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1 800 333 0510 or go to http www tc gc ca roadsafety...

Page 480: ...lustrations These practi cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled ve hicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshooting and drivability procedures proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These Owner s Manuals have b...

Page 481: ...rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices ...

Page 482: ...se the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repre sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The tempe...

Page 483: ...INDEX 10 ...

Page 484: ...Conditioning Operating Tips 291 Air Pressure Tires 338 Airbag 56 Airbag Deployment 64 Airbag Light 61 62 66 81 195 Airbag Maintenance 65 Airbag Side 59 60 63 Airbag Window Side Curtain 60 Alarm System Security Alarm 16 203 Alarm Panic 23 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 240 265 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 317 Anti Lock Warning Light 317 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Ala...

Page 485: ...ic Transmission Fluid Type 432 Special Additives 432 Autostick 308 B Pillar Location 333 Battery 415 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 24 Location 415 Belts Seat 41 81 Body Mechanism Lubrication 419 Brake Assist System 320 Brake System 429 Anti Lock ABS 317 Fluid Check 429 455 Master Cylinder 429 Parking 314 Warning Light 197 Brake Parking 314 Brake Transaxle Interlock 303 Brakes 429 Break In Re...

Page 486: ...nction Indicator Light 408 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 79 Checks Safety 79 Child Restraint 68 69 70 74 75 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 72 74 Cigar Lighter 183 Clean Air Gasoline 358 Cleaning Wheels 437 Windshield Wiper Blades 420 Climate Control 278 Clock 222 225 244 254 Coin Holder 186 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 277 Compact Spare Tire 341 Compass 208 216 Compass Calibration 217 Compass Va...

Page 487: ...453 454 Corrosion Protection 434 Cruise Light 201 Cupholders 184 440 Customer Assistance 473 Customer Programmable Features 219 Data Recorder Event 67 Daytime Running Lights 163 Dealer Service 410 Deck Lid Emergency Release 36 Deck Lid Power Release 35 Defroster Rear Window 188 Defroster Windshield 81 280 286 Delay Intermittent Wipers 167 Diagnostic System Onboard 407 Dimmer Switch Headlight 164 D...

Page 488: ...lectronic Stability Control ESC 323 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 210 Emergency Deck Lid Release 36 Emergency Trunk Release 36 Emergency In Case of Jacking 386 Jump Starting 394 Overheating 384 Towing 400 Emission Control System Maintenance 408 Engine 405 Air Cleaner 415 Block Heater 301 Break In Recommendations 78 Checking Oil Level 411 Compartment 406 Compartment Identification 406 ...

Page 489: ...ystem Illuminated 18 Ethanol 359 Event Data Recorder 67 Exhaust Gas Caution 80 362 Exhaust System 80 421 Extender Seat Belt 55 Exterior Lights 83 Fabric Care 438 Filler Location Fuel 194 366 Filters Air Cleaner 415 Air Conditioning 290 418 Automatic Transaxle 434 Engine Oil 414 454 Engine Oil Disposal 414 Flash To Pass 164 Flashers 384 Hazard Warning 384 Turn Signal 83 163 451 Flexible Fuel Vehicl...

Page 490: ... Lubricants and Genuine Parts 454 Fog Light Service 450 Fog Lights 159 162 203 450 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 398 Fuel 358 Adding 366 Additives 360 Clean Air 358 Ethanol 359 Filler Cap Gas Cap 194 366 Filler Door Gas Cap 194 Gasoline 358 Gauge 194 Light 195 Materials Added 360 Methanol 359 Octane Rating 358 454 Requirements 358 453 Tank Capacity 453 Fuel System Caution 367 Fuel Flexible 362 Fueling 3...

Page 491: ...g 439 Gross Axle Weight Rating 369 372 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 369 371 GVWR 369 Hands Free Phone uconnect 111 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 310 Hazard Warning Flasher 384 Head Restraints 154 Headlights 159 449 Automatic 160 Bulb Replacement 449 Cleaning 437 Delay 161 High Beam 208 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 164 Lights On Reminder 160 On With Wipers 160 1...

Page 492: ...y Key 14 Infant Restraint 68 69 Information Center Vehicle 210 Instrument Cluster 193 194 Instrument Panel and Controls 192 Instrument Panel Cover 438 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 439 Integrated Power Module Fuses 443 Interior Appearance Care 438 Interior Lighting 159 164 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 167 Introduction 4 Jack Location 386 Jack Operation 386 388 Jacking Instructions 388 Jump St...

Page 493: ...3 159 Airbag 61 62 66 81 195 Automatic Headlights 160 Back Up 451 Battery Saver 165 Brake Assist Warning 326 Brake Warning 197 Bulb Replacement 449 Courtesy Reading 164 Daytime Running 163 Dimmer Switch Headlight 159 164 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator 326 Engine Temperature Warning 196 Exterior 83 Fog 162 203 450 Headlight Switch 159 Headlights 159 Headlights On Reminder 160 Headlights...

Page 494: ...205 348 Traction Control 326 Turn Signal 83 159 163 203 450 451 Voltage 195 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 194 Loading Vehicle 368 370 Capacities 370 Tires 333 Locks 29 Auto Unlock 30 Automatic Door 30 Door 29 Power Door 30 Low Tire Pressure System 348 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH 72 74 Lubrication Body 419 Lumbar Support 152 Maintenance Free Battery 415 Maintenance Procedur...

Page 495: ...ressure System 348 MOPAR Accessories 409 476 MTBE ETBE 359 Multi Function Control Lever 159 New Vehicle Break In Period 78 Occupant Restraints 37 60 64 Occupant Restraints Sedan 59 60 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 358 Odometer 198 Trip 198 201 Oil Change Indicator 200 213 Oil Change Indicator Reset 200 213 Oil Filter Change 414 Oil Filter Selection 414 Oil Pressure Light 196 Oil Engine 411 454 Capac...

Page 496: ... 477 Paint Care 434 Panic Alarm 23 Parking Brake 314 Passenger Seat Back Tilt Easy Entry System 153 Passing Light 164 Personal Settings 219 Pets 78 Phone Cellular 111 Phone Hands Free uconnect 111 Placard Tire and Loading Information 333 Power Accessory Delay 12 Deck Lid Release 35 Door Locks 30 Mirrors 109 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 180 Seats 148 Steering 313 314 Windows 32 Pregnant Women...

Page 497: ...ts On 160 Reminder Seat Belt 53 54 Remote Control Security Alarm 16 Starting System 26 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 19 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 275 Remote Starting System 26 Remote Trunk Release 35 Replacement Bulbs 448 Replacement Keys 15 Replacement Parts 409 Replacement Tires 345 Reporting Safety Defects 476 Resetting Oil Change Indicator 200 213 Restraint Head 154 Restraints Child 68 Res...

Page 498: ...nstructions 42 Pretensioners 48 Rear Seat 41 Reminder 195 Untwisting Procedure 46 Seats 147 Easy Entry 153 Heated 150 Height Adjustment 148 Lumbar Support 152 Memory 153 Power 148 Reclining 151 Seatback Release 153 Tilting 148 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 16 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 425 454 Selection of Oil 412 Sentry Key Immobilizer 14 Sentry Key Programming 16 Service Assistance 473 Service...

Page 499: ...412 Speed Control Cruise Control 171 201 Speedometer 194 Starting 26 298 Engine Fails to Start 299 Remote 26 Starting and Operating 298 Starting Procedures 298 Steering Column Lock 170 Power 313 314 Tilt Column 170 Wheel Tilt 170 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 275 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 275 Storage 185 186 448 Storage Vehicle 289 Stuck Freeing 398 Supplemental Restraint System...

Page 500: ...ire Markings 327 Tire Safety Information 327 Tires 83 337 479 Aging Life of Tires 344 Air Pressure 337 Chains 346 Changing 386 Compact Spare 341 General Information 337 High Speed 339 Inflation Pressures 338 Jacking 386 Life of Tires 344 Load Capacity 333 334 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 348 Pressure Warning Light 205 Quality Grading 479 Radial 340 Replacement 345 Rotation 347 Safety 327 337 Sizes...

Page 501: ...ansaxle Automatic 298 301 431 Autostick 308 Filter 434 Maintenance 431 Operation 301 Overdrive 306 Selection of Lubricant 455 Transmission 301 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 24 Transmitter Programming Remote Keyless Entry 19 Transmitter Garage Door Opener HomeLink 174 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE 19 Transporting Pets 78 Tread Wear Indicators 344 Trip Computer 208 Trip Odo...

Page 502: ...ss 218 Vehicle Certification Label 368 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Loading 334 368 370 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage 289 448 Vehicle Theft Alarm Security Alarm 16 Viscosity Engine Oil 413 Voice Recognition System VR 142 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 194 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 476 Washer Adding Fluid 421 Washers Windshield ...

Page 503: ...Windshield Defroster 81 280 286 Windshield Washers 165 169 Fluid 421 Windshield Wiper Blades 420 Windshield Wipers 165 Windstop 98 Folding 98 Wiper Blade Replacement 420 Wiper Delay 167 Wipers Intermittent 167 10 INDEX 501 ...

Page 504: ...nnection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shi...

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