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To Lock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

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To Unlatch The Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

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Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

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Programming Additional Key Fobs . . . . . . . . . .25

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Transmitter Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . .25

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General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

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REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

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How To Use Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

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DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

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Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

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Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

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Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

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KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY . . . .35

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General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

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WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

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Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

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Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

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TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

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TRUNK SAFETY WARNING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

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Trunk Emergency Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

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OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . .47

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Important Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

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Seat Belt Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . . . . . . . .61

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Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for 2016 300

Page 1: ...300 O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 6 ...

Page 2: ...eptions 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 P...

Page 3: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 477 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 569 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 575 10 INDEX 585 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: ...le 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 parts and cares about your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which sect...

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

Page 8: ...on Observe all Warn ings 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 The vehicle identificatio...

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

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Page 11: ...5 General Information 16 䡵 SENTRY KEY 17 Replacement Keys 18 Customer Key Programming 18 General Information 19 䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM IF EQUIPPED 19 Rearming Of The System 19 To Arm The System 20 To Disarm The System 20 Security System Manual Override 21 Tamper Alert 21 䡵 ILLUMINATED ENTRY IF EQUIPPED 21 䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE 22 To Unlock The Doors 22 2 ...

Page 12: ...or Locks 31 Power Door Locks 32 Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors 34 䡵 KEYLESS ENTER N GO PASSIVE ENTRY 35 General Information 40 䡵 WINDOWS 41 Power Windows 41 Wind Buffeting 44 䡵 TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE 45 䡵 TRUNK SAFETY WARNING 46 Trunk Emergency Release 46 䡵 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 47 Important Safety Precautions 47 Seat Belt Systems 48 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 61 Child Re...

Page 13: ...RECOMMENDATIONS 96 䡵 SAFETY TIPS 97 Transporting Passengers 97 Exhaust Gas 97 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 98 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 101 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ...

Page 14: ...operating positions three of which are labeled and will illuminate when in position The three positions are OFF ACC and ON RUN The fourth position is START During start ON RUN will illuminate NOTE In case the ignition does not change with the push of a button the RKE Key Fob may have a low or dead battery In this situation a back up method can be used to operate the ignition switch Put the nose si...

Page 15: ...The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the RKE Key Fob go dead The emergency key is also for locking unlocking the glove compartment You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking Keyless Push Button Ignition 1 OFF 2 ACC ACCESSORY 3 ON RUN 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ...

Page 16: ...RKE Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand NOTE You can insert the double sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up Emergency Key Release Latch Emergency Key Removal 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 17: ...l for further in formation WARNING Before exiting a vehicle always shift the transmis sion into PARK apply the parking brake turn the engine OFF remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle If equipped with Keyless Enter N Go always make sure the keyless ignition node is in OFF mode remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or wi...

Page 18: ... the vehicle unattended General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency RF devices equipped in this vehicle This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference...

Page 19: ...ates that there is a problem with the system In addition if the light begins to flash after the bulb check it indicates that someone tried to use an invalid RKE Key Fob to start the engine Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle operation vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds it indicate...

Page 20: ...eaving the vehicle unat tended For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter N Go always remember to place the ignition in the OFF position NOTE Duplication of RKE Key Fobs may be performed at an authorized dealer This procedure consists of pro gramming a blank RKE Key Fob to the vehicle electron ics A blank RKE Key Fob is one that has never been programmed When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System...

Page 21: ... Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the Keyless Enter N Go push button Ignition for unauthorized operation While the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed interior switches for door locks and trunk release are disabled If something triggers the alarm the Vehicle Security Alarm will pro vide the following audible and visible signals the horn will pulse the park l...

Page 22: ...or further information Push the LOCK button on the RKE Key Fob 3 If any doors are open close them To Disarm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods Push the UNLOCK button on the RKE Key Fob Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle if equipped Refer to Keyless Enter N Go Passive Entry in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further infor...

Page 23: ...he Vehicle Security Alarm Security System Manual Override The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger Tamper Alert If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence the horn will sound three times and the exterior lights will blink three times when you disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm Check the vehicle for tampering ILLUMINA...

Page 24: ...is tances up to approximately 66 ft 20 m using a hand held Key Fob with RKE Key Fob The RKE Key Fob does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system NOTE Driving at speeds 5 mph 8 km h and above disables the system from responding to all RKE Key Fob buttons To Unlock The Doors Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE Key Fob once to unlock the driver s door or twice within fi...

Page 25: ...e the current setting refer to Uconnect Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Headlight Illumination On Approach This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE Key Fob The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped through Uconnect To change the current set ting refer to Uconnect Settings in Unde...

Page 26: ...e on or off push and hold the PANIC button on the RKE Key Fob for at least one second and release When the Panic Alarm is activated the turn signals will flash the horn will pulse on and off and the interior lights will turn on The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you turn it off by either pushing the PANIC button a second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 MPH 24 km h or ...

Page 27: ...ot touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board 1 Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the RKE Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand 2 Insert the tip of the emergency key or a 2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE Key Fob apart Make sure no...

Page 28: ...lean it with rubbing alcohol 4 To assemble the RKE Key Fob case snap the two halves together General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency RF devices equipped in this vehicle This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not caus...

Page 29: ... m NOTE The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start Obstructions between the vehicle and RKE Key Fob may reduce this range How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start Vehicle in PARK Doors closed Hood closed Trunk closed Hazard switch off Brake switch inactive brake pedal not pushed Battery...

Page 30: ...Remote Start Sys tem windows door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death Remote Start Abort Message The following messages will display in the instrument cluster if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prematurely Remote Start Aborted Door Ajar Remote Start Aborted Hood Ajar Remote Start Aborted Trunk Ajar Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low Remote Start Disabled ...

Page 31: ...e Remote Start mode The engine can be started two consecutive times two 15 minute cycles with the RKE Key Fob However the ignition must be cycled to the RUN position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle Push and release the REMOTE START button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle NOTE To avoid...

Page 32: ...is pushed The gear selector is moved out of PARK The brake pedal is pushed General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency RF devices equipped in this vehicle This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interfer...

Page 33: ... inside door handle to the first detent To unlock the rear doors pull the door lock knob on the door trim panel upward If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door the door will lock Therefore make sure the RKE Key Fob is not inside the vehicle before closing the door Door Lock Knob 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 ...

Page 34: ...angerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the gear selector Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not Continued WARNING Continued leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A c...

Page 35: ...ing the ignition in the OFF position or closing the door will allow the locks to operate If a door is open and the ignition is in the ACC or ON RUN position a chime will sound as a reminder to remove the RKE Key Fob Automatic Door Locks If Equipped The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled When enabled the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle s speed exceeds 15 MPH 24 ...

Page 36: ...nnect Set tings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information NOTE Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats the rear doors are equipped with Child Protection Door Lock system To Engage Or Disengage The Child Protection Door Loc...

Page 37: ...and open the door using the outside door handle KEYLESS ENTER N GO PASSIVE ENTRY The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle s Remote Keyless Entry RKE system and a feature of Keyless Enter N Go This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle s door s without having to push the RKE Key Fob lock or unlock buttons NOTE Passive Entry may be programmed ON OFF Refer to Uconnect Set...

Page 38: ...try RKE Key Fob within 5 ft 1 5 m of the driver s door handle grab the front driver door handle to unlock the driver s door automatically The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked NOTE If Unlock All Doors 1st Press is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front driver s door handle To select between Unlock Driver Door 1st Press and Unlock All Doors...

Page 39: ...Passive Entry system is equipped with an automatic door unlock feature which will function if the ignition switch is in the OFF position FOBIK Safe only executes in vehicles with passive entry There are three situations that trigger a FOBIK Safe search in any passive entry vehicle 1 A lock request is made by a valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob while a door is open 2 A lock request is made by the Pas...

Page 40: ...Three attempts are made to lock the doors using the door panel switch and then close the doors To Enter The Trunk With a valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob within 3 ft 1 0 m of the deck lid push the button on the right side of CHMSL Center High Mounted Stop Light which is located on the deck lid NOTE If you inadvertently leave your vehicle s Passive Entry RKE Key Fob in the trunk and try to close the...

Page 41: ...r or passenger front door handles push the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the door handle lock button This could unlock the door s Push The Door Handle Button To Lock Do NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 ...

Page 42: ...cle s interior door panel General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all radio frequency RF devices equipped in this vehicle This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interferen...

Page 43: ...witches will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is placed in the OFF position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time is programmable Refer to Uconnect Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further in formation WARNING Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and do not let children play with power windows Do not leave the Key Fob in or near...

Page 44: ... the window will go down automati cally To open the window part way push the window switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop To stop the window from going all the way down during the AUTO down operation pull up on the switch briefly AUTO Up Feature With Anti Pinch Protection If Equipped Pull window up switch for at least a half of a second and the window will go u...

Page 45: ...he window is almost closed Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing Reset Auto Up Should the Auto Up feature stop working the window may need to be reset To reset Auto Up 1 Make sure the door is fully closed 2 Pull the window switch up to close the window completely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed 3 Push the window swit...

Page 46: ...kout button setting it in the DOWN position To enable the window controls and the rear sunscreen push and release the window lockout button again setting it in the UP position Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in cert...

Page 47: ...ust be in PARK before the button will operate The trunk lid can be released from outside the vehicle by pushing the TRUNK button on the RKE Key Fob twice within five seconds or by using the external release switch located on the underside of the decklid overhang The release feature will function only when the vehicle is in the unlock condition With the ignition in the ON RUN position the Trunk Ope...

Page 48: ...cle is unattended Once in the trunk young children may not be able to escape even if they entered through the rear seat If trapped in the trunk children can die from suffocation or heat stroke Trunk Emergency Release As a security measure a Trunk Internal Emergency Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk the trunk can be ...

Page 49: ...rs old not in a rear facing child restraint must ride in the front passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint Refer to Child Restraints 3 Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly Refer to Child Restraints in this section of Occupant Restraints should be secured in a vehicle with a rear seat in child restraints or belt posi...

Page 50: ...WARNING Never place a rear facing child restraint in front of an air bag A deploying Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger including a child in a rear facing child restraint Only use a rear facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat Seat Belt Systems Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone o...

Page 51: ... ON RUN position the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both outboard front seat belts are buckled The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when an outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied BeltAlert Warning Sequence The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the vehicle is moving above a specified vehicle speed range and the driver or outboard front...

Page 52: ... BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your autho rized dealer FCA US LLC does not recommend deacti vating BeltAlert NOTE If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or outboard front seat passenger if equipped with out board front passenger seat BeltAlert is unbuckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until the driver and outboard front seat passenger seat belts ...

Page 53: ...ding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your injuries in a collision much worse You might suffer internal injuries o...

Page 54: ...ssibly causing inter nal injuries Always buckle your seat belt into the buckle nearest you Continued WARNING Continued A seat 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 A seat belt that is worn under your arm is danger ous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehic...

Page 55: ...eat belt system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat and next to your arm in the rear seat for vehicles equipped with a rear seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt Slide the latch plate up the ...

Page 56: ...our hips 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 tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Positioning The Lap Belt 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 57: ...r point 2 At about 6 to 12 inches 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate 4 Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt is ...

Page 58: ...ion without pushing or squeezing the release but ton To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly even when the webbing is fully extended and the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage if equipped is in its lowest position your authorized dealer c...

Page 59: ...d can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision Only use the Seat Belt Extender when the lap belt is not long enough and only use in the recommended seating positions Remove and store the Seat Belt Extender when not needed Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat belts must be worn by all occupants including pregnant women the risk of injury in the event of an accident is reduced for t...

Page 60: ...snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Like the air bags the preten sioners are single use items A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a seat belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front seating positions that may help further reduce the ri...

Page 61: ...is case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably wrap around the occupant s mid section Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click In Automatic Locking Mode the shoulder belt is auto matically pre locked The seat belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child restraint is insta...

Page 62: ...seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode WARNING The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR fea ture or any other seat belt fun...

Page 63: ...pplemental Side Air Bags Supplemental Knee Air Bags Front and Side Impact Sensors Seat Belt Pretensioners Seat Belt Buckle Switch Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The...

Page 64: ... restraint in front of an air bag A deploying Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger including a child in a rear facing child restraint Only use a rear facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat Advanced Front Air Bag And Knee Bolster Locations 1 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bags 2 Passenger Knee Impact Bolster 3 Drive...

Page 65: ... the driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags WARNING No objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate Do not put anything on or around th...

Page 66: ...produce a severe initial deceleration Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli sions and also are needed to help keep you in position away from an inflating air bag When the ORC detects a collision requiring...

Page 67: ...his vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column The Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection during a frontal impact by working together with the seat belts pretensioners and Advanced Front Air Bags Supplemental Side Air Bags Your vehicle is equipped with two types of side air bags 1 Supplemental Seat Mo...

Page 68: ...gh force that it could injure occupants if they are not seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the SAB inflates Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag WARNING Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the Side Air Bags the performance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious in...

Page 69: ...the trim out of the way and covers the window The SABICs inflate with enough force to injure occupants if they are not belted and seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the SABICs inflate Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in certa...

Page 70: ...gned to activate in certain side impacts and certain rollover events The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC de termines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in a particular side impact or rollover event is appropriate based on the severity and type of collision Vehicle damage by itself is not a good indicator of whether or not Side Air Bags should have deployed Side Air Bags are a supplement...

Page 71: ...s in a collision The Side Air Bags work with your seat belt to restrain you Continued WARNING Continued properly In some collisions Side Air Bags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belt even though you have Side Air Bags NOTE Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during air bag deployment Side Impacts In side impacts the side impact sensors aid the ORC in...

Page 72: ...r event may be in progress and whether deployment is appropriate A slower developing event may deploy the seat belt pretensioners on both sides of the vehicle A faster developing event may deploy the seat belt preten sioners as well as the Side Air Bags on both sides of the vehicle The rollover sensing system may also deploy the seat belt pretensioners with or without the Side Air Bags on both sid...

Page 73: ...e or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s in structions for cleaning Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de ployed If you are involved in another collision the air bags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot ...

Page 74: ...set Procedure In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System functions after an event the ignition switch must be changed from ignition START or ON RUN to ignition OFF Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on the ground near the engine compartment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting the engine Air Bag Warning Light The air bags must be...

Page 75: ... will illuminate the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunc tion is detected that could affect the air bag system The diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance free if any of the following occurs have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during the four ...

Page 76: ...he fault is cleared In addition a single chime will sound to alert you that the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light has come on and a fault has been detected If the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving have an authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING Modifications to any part of the air bag system could cau...

Page 77: ... the air bag system for persons with dis abilities contact your authorized dealer Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems per formed The EDR is designed...

Page 78: ...other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equip ment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times including babies and children Every state in the United States and every Canadian province requires that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can...

Page 79: ... Carefully read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the child restraint Owner s Manual and on all the labels attached to the child restraint Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards You should also make sure that you can install it in the vehicle where you will use it NOTE For additional information refer ...

Page 80: ...grown the height or weight limit of their rear facing child restraint Forward Facing Child Restraint with a five point Harness facing forward in the rear seat of the vehicle Larger Children Children who have out grown their forward facing child restraint but are too small to properly fit the vehicle s seat belt Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the vehicle seat belt seated in the rear seat of the ...

Page 81: ...ant carrier but are still less than at least two years old Children should remain rear facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat WARNING Never place a rear facing child restraint in front of an air bag A deploying passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger including a child in a rear facing ch...

Page 82: ...estraint It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the child restraint manufacturer s Continued WARNING Continued directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle do not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward because it can loosen the child restraint attach ments Remove the child restra...

Page 83: ...s thighs and not their stomach 5 Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip If the answer to any of these questions was no then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle If the child is using the lap shoulder belt check seat belt fit periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the sho...

Page 84: ...er Anchors Only Seat Belt Only LATCH Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Seat Belt Top Tether Anchor Rear Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs 29 5 kg X X Rear Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lbs 29 5 kg X Forward Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs 29 5 kg X X Forward Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lbs 29 5 kg X 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 85: ...ted at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position These anchorages are used to install LATCH equipped child seats without using the vehicle s seat belts Some seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages In these seating positions the seat belt must be used with the top tether anchorage to in...

Page 86: ...LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 87: ...29 5 kg Can the LATCH anchorages and the seat belt be used together to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint No Do not use the seat belt when you use the LATCH anchor age system to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint Can two child restraints be attached using a common lower LATCH an chorage No Never share a LATCH anchorage with two or more child restraints If th...

Page 88: ...e information Can the head restraints be removed Yes Center position only may be removed Locating LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback below the anchorage sym bols on the seatback They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your f...

Page 89: ... anchorage Forward facing child restraints and some rear facing child restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage Center Seat LATCH If a child restraint installed in the center position blocks the seat belt webbing or buckle for the outboa...

Page 90: ...en the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages 2 Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for that seating position For some second row seats you may need to recline the seat and or raise the head restraint to get a better fit If the rear seat can be moved forward and rearw...

Page 91: ...lt behind the child restraint and out of the child s reach If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation instead of buckling it behind the child re straint route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it Do not lock the seat belt Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with them WARNI...

Page 92: ...tched into a locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract back into the retractor If it is locked the ALR will make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the retractor Refer to the Automatic Locking Mode description under Occupant Restraints for ad ditional information on ALR Lap Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Rest...

Page 93: ...nt up to the recommended weight limit of the child restraint Can the rear facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat Yes Contact between the front passenger seat and the child restraint is allowed if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact Can the head restraints be removed Yes Center Only may be removed Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the seat belt a...

Page 94: ...lt path 3 Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click 4 Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat 5 To lock the seat belt pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor Then allow the webbing to retract back into the retractor As the webbing retracts you will hear a clicking sound This ...

Page 95: ...seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage WARNING Do not attach a tether strap for a rear facing car seat to any location in front of the car seat including the seat frame or a tether anchorage Only attach the tether strap of a rear facing car seat to the tether anchorage that is a...

Page 96: ...traint 3 Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints raise the head restraint and where possible route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts If not possible lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the he...

Page 97: ...k in the strap Center Tether Attachment 1 Lower the adjustable center head restraint to the full down position 2 Route the tether strap over the seatback and head restraint 3 Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the center tether anchorage located in the panel be tween the rear seatback and the rear window 4 Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufa...

Page 98: ... acceleration in low gear can be detri mental and should be avoided The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Ve hicle CAUTIO...

Page 99: ...t equipped with seats and seat belts Continued WARNING Continued Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO follow these safety tips Do not run the engine in a...

Page 100: ...tem and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the seat belt system periodica...

Page 101: ... driving have an authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately Refer to Occupant Restraints for further information 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 autho rized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable Floor Mat Safety Information Always use fl...

Page 102: ... will reduce the size of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals Continued WARNING Continued Check mounting of mats on a regular basis Always properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving Ob jects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a...

Page 103: ...tion pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for proper 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...

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Page 105: ...ed 118 Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach Lighting If Equipped 118 Tilt Mirrors In Reverse If Equipped 118 Power Mirrors 119 Power Folding Outside Mirrors If Equipped 120 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 120 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 120 Slide On Rod And Extender Features Of Sun Visor 121 䡵 BLIND SPOT MONITORING BSM IF EQUIPPED 122 Rear Cross Path 128 Modes Of Operation 130 Gener...

Page 106: ...ory 146 Memory Position Recall 147 Easy Entry Exit Seat 147 䡵 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 148 䡵 LIGHTS 150 Headlight Switch 150 Automatic Headlights If Equipped 151 Parking Lights 151 Headlights On With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only 151 Headlight Time Delay 152 Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control If Equipped 152 Adaptive Bi Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights If Equipped 15...

Page 107: ...S 162 Intermittent Wiper System 162 Wiper Operation 162 Mist Feature 163 Windshield Washers 163 Headlights On With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only 164 Rain Sensing Wipers 165 䡵 MANUAL TILT TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN 166 䡵 POWER TILT TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN IF EQUIPPED 167 䡵 HEATED STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED 169 䡵 ADJUSTABLE PEDALS IF EQUIPPED 170 䡵 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF ...

Page 108: ... Set A Desired ACC Speed 181 To Cancel 182 To Turn Off 182 To Resume 183 Setting The Following Distance In ACC 183 Overtake Aid 187 To Vary The Speed Setting 187 ACC Operation At Stop 190 Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Menu 191 Display Warnings And Maintenance 192 Precautions While Driving With ACC 195 General Information 199 Normal Fixed Speed Electronic Speed Control Mode 199 䡵 FORWARD COLLISION WA...

Page 109: ...䡵 PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED 214 ParkSense Sensors 214 ParkSense Warning Display 215 ParkSense Display 215 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense 223 Service The ParkSense Park Assist System 224 Cleaning The ParkSense System 225 ParkSense System Usage Precautions 225 䡵 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED 227 䡵 OVERHEAD CONSOLE 230 Front Map Reading Lights If Equipped 230 Court...

Page 110: ... Sunroof Express 242 Opening Sunroof Manual Mode 242 Closing Sunroof Express 242 Closing Sunroof Manual Mode 243 Opening Power Shade Express 243 Opening Power Shade Manual Mode 243 Closing Power Shade Express 243 Closing Power Shade Manual Mode 244 Venting Sunroof Express 244 Pinch Protect Feature 244 Wind Buffeting 244 Sunroof Maintenance 245 Ignition OFF Operation 245 䡵 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ...

Page 111: ...ped 256 Cargo Area Vehicles Equipped With 60 40 Split Folding Rear Seat 256 䡵 CARGO AREA FEATURES 258 Trunk Mat If Equipped 258 Grocery Bag Hooks 258 Cargo Net 259 䡵 REAR WINDOW FEATURES 259 Rear Window Defroster 259 Power Sunshade If Equipped 260 䡵 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 261 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 ...

Page 112: ...ehicles behind you NOTE The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is disabled when the vehicle is in reverse gear to improve rear view viewing The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature can be turned on or off using the Uconnect System Refer to Uconnect Settings in Understanding Your Instru ment Panel for further information If equipped the rearview mirror contains an ASSIST and a 9 1 1 button Automatic Dimm...

Page 113: ...s active and you are connected to an operable 1X voice data or 3G data network ASSIST Call The ASSIST Button is used to automatically connect you to any one of the following support centers Roadside Assistance If you get a flat tire or need a tow just push the Assist button and you ll be con nected to someone who can help Roadside Assistance will know what vehicle you re driving and its location A...

Page 114: ...or will turn green once a connection to a 9 1 1 operator has been made 3 Once a connection between the vehicle and a 9 1 1 operator is made the 9 1 1 Call system may transmit the following important vehicle information to a 9 1 1 operator Indication that the occupant placed a 9 1 1 Call The vehicle brand The last known GPS coordinates of the vehicle 4 You should be able to speak with the 9 1 1 ope...

Page 115: ... emergency responders and provide them with impor tant vehicle information and GPS coordinates WARNING If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger e g fire or smoke is visible dangerous road conditions or location do not wait for voice contact from a 9 1 1 operator All occupants should exit the vehicle immediately and move to a safe location Never place anything on or near the vehicle s operable 1...

Page 116: ...hen you need it You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to help protect you 9 1 1 Call System Limitations Vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico DO NOT have 9 1 1 Call system capabilities 9 1 1 or other emergency line operators in Canada and Mexico may not answer or respond to 9 1 1 system calls If the 9 1 1 Call system detects a malfunction any of the following may occur at the time t...

Page 117: ...ir Bag Warning Light is illuminated have an authorized dealer service the ORC system immediately Even if the 9 1 1 Call system is fully functional factors beyond FCA US LLC s control may prevent or stop the 9 1 1 Call system operation These include but are not limited to the following factors Delayed accessories mode is active The ignition is in the OFF position The vehicle s electrical systems ar...

Page 118: ...le 1X voice data or 3G data network and GPS antennas You could prevent operable 1X voice data or 3G data network and GPS signal reception which can prevent your vehicle from placing an emergency call Operable 1X voice data or 3G data network and GPS signal reception is required for the 9 1 1 Call system to function properly General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Ope...

Page 119: ...xt to your vehicle WARNING Vehicles and other objects 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 Outside Mirrors Fold...

Page 120: ...LED supplies illuminated entry lighting which turns on in both mirrors when you use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE Key Fob or open any door This LED shines outward to illuminate the front and rear door handles It also shines downward to illuminate the area in front of the doors The Illuminated Entry lighting fades to off after about 30 seconds or it will fade to off immediately once the ignition is ...

Page 121: ...tings in Un derstanding Your Instrument Panel for further informa tion Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver s door trim panel The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but tons and a four way mirror control switch To adjust a mirror push either the L left or R right button to select the mirror that you want to adjust NOTE A light in the select button will illu...

Page 122: ...OTE If the vehicle speed is greater than 10 mph 16 km h the folding feature will be disabled If the mirrors are in the folded position and vehicle speed is equal or greater than 10 mph 16 km h they will automatically unfold Heated Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature can be activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster if equipped Refer to Rear ...

Page 123: ... visor so it is parallel to the side window grab the sun visor and pull rearwards until the sun visor is in the desired position To use the extender feature of the sun visor grab the extender which is located at the rear of the visor and pull rearward Illuminated Vanity Mirror Slide On Rod Feature 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ...

Page 124: ...he blind spot zones from the rear front side of the vehicle When the vehicle is started the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors to let the driver know that the system is operational The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any forward gear or REVERSE and enters stand by mode when the vehicle is in PARK Rear Detection Zones 122 UNDERSTANDING ...

Page 125: ... in these areas NOTE The BSM system does NOT alert the driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the de tection zones The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if your vehicle is towing a trailer Therefore visually verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle and trailer before making a lane change If the trailer or other object i e bicycle sports equipment extends ...

Page 126: ...driver of objects in the detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an audible chime alert and reducing the radio volume Refer to Modes Of Operation for further information The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points side rear front while driving to see if an alert is necessary The BSM system will is...

Page 127: ...ither side of the vehicle Entering From The Rear Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph 48 km h Side Monitoring Rear Monitoring 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 ...

Page 128: ...ference in speed between the two vehicles is greater than 15 mph 24 km h the warning light will not illuminate The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails posts walls foliage berms etc However occasionally the system may alert on such objects This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service Overtaking Approaching 126 UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 129: ...BSM system will not alert you of objects that are traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes Overtaking Passing Stationary Objects 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 ...

Page 130: ...rn signal before changing lanes Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death Rear Cross Path The Rear Cross Path RCP feature is intended to aid the driver when backing out of parking spaces where the vision of oncoming vehicles may be blocked Proceed slowly and cautiously out of the parking space until the rear end of the vehicle is exposed The RCP system will then have a clear view of t...

Page 131: ...lert the driver When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms including reducing the radio volume WARNING Rear Cross Path RCP is not a Back Up Aid system It is intended to be used to help a driver detect an oncoming vehicle in a parking lot situation Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using RCP Always check carefully behi...

Page 132: ...e a visual alert in the appro priate side view mirror based on a detected object If the turn signal is then activated and it corresponds to an alert present on that side of the vehicle an audible chime will also be sounded Whenever a turn signal and de tected object are present on the same side at the same time both the visual and audio alerts will be issued In addition to the audible alert the ra...

Page 133: ...ds RSS GEN 210 220 310 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 The device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration of the device Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment SEATS Seats...

Page 134: ...d Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Power Seats On models equipped with power seats the switches are located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use these switches to move the driver s seat up or down forward or rearward or to recline the seatback Power Seat Switches 1 Seat Control 2 Seatback Control If Equipped 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES ...

Page 135: ...TION Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path 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 Relea...

Page 136: ...ls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path WARNING Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a...

Page 137: ...atbacks The front driver and passenger heated seats are operated using the Uconnect System WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaus tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long peri...

Page 138: ...ator arrows will illuminate for HI one for LO and none for OFF Press the heated seat button once to turn the HI setting ON Press the heated seat button a second time to turn the LO setting ON Press the heated seat button a third time to turn the heating elements OFF If the HI level setting is selected the system will auto matically switch to LO level after approximately 60 min utes of continuous o...

Page 139: ... time Continued WARNING Continued Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface tempera ture of the seat Rear Heated Seats On some models the two outboard seats are equipped with heated seats The heated...

Page 140: ...ne indicating the change The LO level setting will turn OFF automati cally after approximately 45 minutes Front Ventilated Seats If Equipped Located in the seat cushion and seat back are fans that draw the air from the passenger compartment and move air through fine perforations in the seat cover to help keep the driver and front passenger cooler in higher ambient temperatures The fans operate at ...

Page 141: ...traint is located above the top of your ear WARNING The head restraints for all occupants must be prop erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu pying a seat Head restraints should never be ad justed while the vehicle is in motion Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision NOTE Do not reverse ...

Page 142: ... the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint NOTE To remove the head restraint raise it as far as it can go then push the release button and the adjustment button at the base of each post while pulling the head restraint up To reinstall the head restraint put the head restraint posts into the holes and push downward Then adjust the head restraint to the appropriate heigh...

Page 143: ...por table DVD players These items may interfere with the operation of the Reactive Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death Rear Head Restraints The center head restraint has two adjustable positions up or down When the center seat is being occupied the head restraint should be in the raised position When there are no occupants in the center seat the h...

Page 144: ...our autho rized dealer The outboard head restraints are not adjustable Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area To fold the rear seatback pull on the loops located on the upper seatback NOTE These loops can be tucked away when not in use Adjustment Button 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 145: ...hion from the seat belt buckles if the seats are left folded for an extended period of time This is normal and by simply opening the seats to the open position over time the seat cushion will return to its normal shape Rear Seatback Loop Folded Rear Seatback 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 ...

Page 146: ...per restraint system DRIVER MEMORY SEAT IF EQUIPPED This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles for easy recall through a memory switch Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat side mirrors adjustable pedals if equipped and power tilt and telescopic steer ing column if equipped and a set of desired radio station presets Your Remote ...

Page 147: ... adjustable pedals if equipped power tilt and telescopic steering column if equipped and radio station presets 3 Push and release the S Set button on the memory switch 4 Within five seconds push and release either of the memory buttons 1 or 2 The Driver Information Display DID will display which memory position has been set NOTE Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in PARK but the vehicl...

Page 148: ...call any stored settings for this profile Wait for the system to complete the memory recall before continuing to Step 3 NOTE If a memory profile has not already been set refer to Programming The Memory Feature in this section for instructions on how to set a memory profile 3 Once the profile has been recalled push and release the SET S button on the memory switch then push and release button 1 or ...

Page 149: ...and telescopic steer ing column if equipped stop moving A delay of one second will occur before another recall can be selected Easy Entry Exit Seat This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle The distance the driver seat moves depends on where you have the driver seat positioned when you cycle the vehicle s ignition to th...

Page 150: ... disabled through the programmable features in the Uconnect system Refer to Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Fea tures in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Two latches must be released to open the hood 1 Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel 2 Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety...

Page 151: ... hood is fully closed for both latches Never drive vehicle unless hood is fully closed with both latches engaged 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 Safety Latch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES ...

Page 152: ... ment panel lights instrument panel light dimming inte rior lights and fog lights Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for headlight parking light and instrument panel light op eration Headlight Switch 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 153: ...arking Lights Turn the headlight switch knob to the first detent to turn the parking lights on This also turns on all instrument panel lighting Headlights On With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the headlights will turn on after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position and programmable feature is set to ON In additi...

Page 154: ...y will turn off in the normal manner NOTE The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds of placing the ignition in the OFF position to activate this feature The headlight delay time is programmable using the Uconnect System refer to Uconnect Settings in Un derstanding Your Instrument Panel for further infor mation Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control If Equipped The Automatic High Beam Headlamp ...

Page 155: ...indshield or forward facing camera module is replaced the camera must be re calibrated to ensure proper system performance See your local authorized dealer To Activate 1 Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight position 2 Push the multifunction lever away from you toward front of vehicle to engage the high beam mode NOTE This system will not activate until the vehicle is at or above 15 mph ...

Page 156: ...n Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Daytime Running Lights DRL The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on when the engine starts headlights are off and the parking brake is off The headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime driving NOTE If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was purchased the Daytime Running Lights can be turned on and off using th...

Page 157: ...ghts and push the headlight switch To turn off the front fog lights either push the headlight switch a second time or turn off the headlight switch NOTE The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights or parking lights on However selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights Fog Light Switch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 ...

Page 158: ...peration of the front and rear turn signal lights NOTE If either light remains on and does not flash or there is a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside light bulb If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective A Turn Signal On message will appear in the Driver Information Display DID and a continuous chime will sound if th...

Page 159: ...w beam Flash To Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you This will turn on the high beams headlights until the lever is released Front Map Reading Lights If Equipped The front map reading lights are mounted in the over head console Each light can be turned on by pushing a switch on either side of the console These buttons are ba...

Page 160: ...Remote Keyless Entry RKE is pushed Courtesy Lights The courtesy lights can be turned on by pushing the top corner of the lens To turn the lights off push the lens a second time Front Map Reading Light Switches Courtesy Lights 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 161: ...turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open The Battery Protection also includes the glove compartment light and the trunk light To restore interior light operation after automatic battery protection is en abled Lights OFF either place the ignition in the ON RUN ...

Page 162: ...t side of the instrument panel With the parking lights or headlights on rotating the left dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders if equipped Dimmer Controls Instrument Panel Dimmer 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 163: ...n on when the dimmer control is in this position Interior Light Defeat OFF Rotate the left dimmer control to the extreme bottom OFF position The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open Parade Mode Daytime Brightness Feature Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control upward to the first detent This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer Driver Information Display D...

Page 164: ...sition and then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay interval There are four delay settings which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between cycles The delay intervals will double in duration when the vehicle speed is 10 mph 16 km h or less Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the multifunction lev...

Page 165: ...lades cannot return to the off position damage to the wiper motor may occur Mist Feature Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle The wipers will continue to operate until you release the multifunction lever NOTE The mist feature does not activate the washer pump therefore no washer fluid will b...

Page 166: ...efroster before and during windshield washer use Headlights On With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the headlights will turn on after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position and programmable feature is set to ON In addition the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this f...

Page 167: ...ity Setting 4 can be used if the driver desires more sensitivity The rain sense wipers will automatically change between an intermittent wipe slow wipe and a fast wipe depending on the amount of moisture that is sensed on the windshield Place the wiper switch in the OFF position when not using the system The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and off using the Uconnect System refer to Uconnect ...

Page 168: ... and the vehicle speed is less than 3 mph 5 km h unless the wiper control on the multifunction lever is moved or the gear selector is moved out of the NEUTRAL position Remote Start Mode Inhibit On vehicles equipped with Remote Starting system Rain Sensing wipers are not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start mode Once the operator is in the vehicle and has placed the ignition switch i...

Page 169: ...ing the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death POWER TILT TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column The power...

Page 170: ...on the driver s door trim panel to return the tilt telescopic steering column to pre programmed positions Refer to Driver Memory Seat in this section WARNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serio...

Page 171: ...een Press the heated steering wheel button once to turn the heating element ON Press the heated steering wheel button a second time to turn the heating element OFF NOTE The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start the heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a remote start thro...

Page 172: ...eater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position If your vehicle is equipped with this feature it will allow you to adjust the brake and accel erator pedals toward or away from the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel The switch is located on the front side of the driver s seat cushion side shield Push the switch forward to move the pedals forward towa...

Page 173: ...r vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat you can use your Remote Keyless Entry RKE Key Fob or the memory switch on the driver s door trim panel to return the adjustable pedals to pre programmed posi tions Refer to Driver Memory Seat in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information CAUTION Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as ...

Page 174: ... accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel Electronic Speed Control Buttons 1 On Off 4 SET Decel 2 SET Accel 5 CANC Cancel 3 RES Resume 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 175: ...icate the electronic speed control is off The system should be turned off when not in use WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want You could 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 Co...

Page 176: ... button The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped Refer to Under standing Your Instrument Panel for more information The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of U S mph or Metric km h U S Speed mph Pushing the SET button once will result in a 1 mph increase in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increa...

Page 177: ... will result in a 1 mph decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph If the button is continually pushed the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released then the new set speed will be established Metric Speed km h Pushing the SET button once will result in a 1 km h decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a de...

Page 178: ...c or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ACC IF EQUIPPED Adaptive Cruise Control ACC increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control while traveling on highways and major roadways However it is not a safety system and not designed to prevent collisions Electronic Speed Control function performs differently Please refer to the proper section w...

Page 179: ... preceding vehicles Always be aware of the mode selected You can change the mode by using the Cruise Control buttons The two control modes function differently Always confirm which mode is selected WARNING Adaptive Cruise Control ACC is a convenience system It is not a substitute for active driving involvement It is always the driver s responsibil ity to be attentive of road traffic and weather co...

Page 180: ...stem will display a message that the system will release the brakes and that the Continued WARNING Continued brakes must be applied manually An audible chime will sound when the brakes are released You should switch off the ACC system When driving in fog heavy rain heavy snow sleet heavy traffic and complex driving situations i e in highway construction zones When entering a turn lane or highway o...

Page 181: ...s above 0 mph 0 km h The minimum Set Speed for the ACC system is 20 mph 32 km h When the system is turned on and in the READY state the Driver Information Display DID displays ACC Ready Adaptive Cruise Control Buttons 1 Normal Fixed Speed Cruise Control On Off 5 Distance Setting Increase 2 SET Accel 6 Adaptive Cruise Control ACC On Off 3 RES Resume 7 Distance Setting Decrease 4 SET Decel 8 CANC Ca...

Page 182: ...ic transmission is in PARK RE VERSE or NEUTRAL When the Vehicle speed is outside of the speed range When the brakes are overheated When the driver door is open When the driver seat belt is unbuckled To Activate Deactivate Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control ACC ON OFF button The ACC menu in the DID displays ACC Ready Adaptive Cruise Control Ready 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEH...

Page 183: ... lose control and have a collision Always leave the system off when you are not using it To Set A Desired ACC Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired push the SET button or the SET button and release The DID will display the set speed If the system is Set when the vehicle speed is below 20 mph 32 km h the Set Speed shall be defaulted to 20 mph 32 km h If the system is Set when the vehicle...

Page 184: ...s applied The CANCEL button is pushed An Anti Lock Brake System ABS event occurs The gear selector is removed from the Drive position The Electronic Stability Control Traction Control Sys tem ESC TCS activates The vehicle parking brake is applied Driver seatbelt is unbuckled at low speeds Driver door is opened at low speeds NOTE If your vehicle stays at standstill for longer than two seconds then ...

Page 185: ... too high or too low for prevailing traffic and road conditions could cause the vehicle to accelerate Continued WARNING Continued or decelerate too sharply for safe operation Failure to follow these warnings can result in a collision and death or serious personal injury Setting The Following Distance In ACC The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between...

Page 186: ...Distance Setting 4 Bars Longest Distance Setting 3 Bars Long 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 187: ... the Distance Setting Increase button and release Each time the button is pushed the distance setting increases by one bar longer Distance Setting 2 Bars Medium Distance Setting 1 Bar Short 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 ...

Page 188: ...ahead accelerates to a speed above the set speed The vehicle ahead moves out of your lane or view of the sensor The distance setting is changed The system disengages Refer to the information on ACC Activation The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited how ever the driver can always apply the brakes manually if necessary NOTE The brake lights will illuminate whenever the ACC system applies the b...

Page 189: ... ve hicle the system will provide an additional acceleration up to the ACC set speed to assist in passing the vehicle This additional acceleration is triggered when the driver utilizes the left turn signal and will only be active when passing on the left hand side To Vary The Speed Setting To Increase Speed While ACC is set you can increase the set speed by pushing the SET button Brake Alert 3 UND...

Page 190: ...ll result in a 1 km h increase in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 km h If the button is continually pushed the set speed will continue to increase in 10 km h increments until the button is released The increase in set speed is reflected in the DID To Decrease Speed While ACC is set the set speed can be decreased by pushing the SET button The drivers preferre...

Page 191: ...f the engine s braking power does not slow the vehicle sufficiently to reach the set speed the brake system will automatically slow the vehicle The ACC system decelerates the vehicle to a full stop when following a target vehicle If an ACC host vehicle follows a target vehicle to a standstill after two seconds the driver will either have to push the RES resume button or apply the accelerator pedal...

Page 192: ... target vehicle does not start moving within two seconds of your vehicle coming to a standstill the ACC with Stop system will cancel and the brakes will release A cancel message will display on the DID and produce a warning chime Driver intervention will be required at this moment While ACC with Stop is holding your vehicle at a standstill if the driver seatbelt is unbuckled or the driver door is ...

Page 193: ...rol Ready When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has not been selected the display will read Adaptive Cruise Control Ready Push the SET or the SET button located on the steering wheel and the following will display in the DID ACC SET When ACC is set the set speed will display in the instrument cluster The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC activity occurs which may include a...

Page 194: ...e and snow The ACC system will recover after the vehicle has left these areas Under rare conditions when the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path this warning may temporarily occur NOTE If the ACC FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor warning is active Normal Fixed Speed Cruise Control is still available For additional information refer to Normal Fixed Speed Cruise Control M...

Page 195: ...ating it NOTE If the ACC FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor message occurs frequently e g more than once on every trip without any snow rain mud or other obstruction have the radar sensor realigned at your authorized dealer Installing a snow plow front end protector an after market grille or modifying the grille is not recom mended Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit ACC FCW operation C...

Page 196: ...ing or removal of an obstruction When the condition that created limited functionality is no longer present the system will return to full function ality NOTE If the ACC FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front Windshield message occurs frequently e g more than once on every trip without any snow rain mud or other obstruction have the windshield and forward facing camera inspected at your authorized ...

Page 197: ... that is offset from your direct line of travel or a vehicle merging in from a side lane There may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead The offset vehicle may move in and out of the line of travel which can cause your vehicle to brake or accelerate unexpectedly Turns And Bends When driving on a curve with ACC engaged the system may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for stabili...

Page 198: ...E On tight turns ACC performance may be limited Using ACC On Hills When driving on hills ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane Depending on the speed vehicle load traffic conditions and the steepness of the hills ACC perfor mance may be limited Turn Or Bend Example ACC Hill Example 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 199: ... changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it s too late for the ACC system to take action ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane There may not be sufficient distance to the lane changing vehicle Always be atten tive and ready to apply the brakes if necessary Lane Changing Example 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 ...

Page 200: ... Stationary Objects And Vehicles ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary vehicles For example ACC will not react in situations where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and the vehicle ahead is stopped in your lane Always be attentive and ready to apply the brakes if necessary Narrow Vehicle Example Stationary Object And Stationary Vehicle Example 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FE...

Page 201: ...ctronic Speed Control Mode In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode a Normal Fixed Speed Electronic Speed Control mode is available for cruising at fixed speeds The Normal Fixed Speed Electronic Speed Control mode is designed to maintain a set cruising speed without requiring the driver to operate the accelerator Electronic Speed Control can only be operated if the vehicle speed is above 20 mph...

Page 202: ... the vehicle will operate at the selected speed Once a speed has been set a message CRUISE CON TROL SET TO MPH KM will appear indicating what speed was set This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET To Vary The Speed Setting To Increase Speed When the Normal Fixed Speed Electronic Speed Control is set you can increase speed by pushing the SET button The drivers preferred unit...

Page 203: ...eed by pushing the SET button The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped Refer to Under standing Your Instrument Panel for more information The speed decrement shown is dependant on the speed of U S mph or Metric km h units U S Speed mph Pushing the SET button once will result in a 1 mph decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button resu...

Page 204: ...Traction Control Sys tem ESC TCS activates The vehicle parking brake is applied The braking temperature exceeds normal range over heated The gear selector is removed from the Drive position To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed push the RES button and release Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph 32 km h To Turn Off The system will turn off and erase the set speed in memory if Th...

Page 205: ...audible and visual warnings and may provide a brake jerk warning If the driver does not take action based upon these progres sive warnings then the system will provide a limited level of active braking to help slow the vehicle and mitigate the potential forward collision If the driver reacts to the warnings by braking and the system deter mines that the driver intends to avoid the collision by bra...

Page 206: ...n This is expected and is a part of normal FCW activation and functionality It is unsafe to test the FCW system To prevent such misuse of the system after four Active Braking events within an ignition cycle the Active Braking portion of FCW will be deactivated until the next ignition cycle The FCW system is intended for on road use only If the vehicle is taken off road the FCW system should be dea...

Page 207: ...o turn the FCW system OFF push the forward collision button once to turn the system OFF led turns on To turn the FCW system back ON push the forward collision button again to turn the system ON led turns off Changing the FCW status to Off prevents the system from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you Changing the Active Braking status to Off prevents the system from ...

Page 208: ...e collision Changing the FCW status to the Near setting allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are much closer This setting provides less reaction time than the Far setting which allows for a more dynamic driving experience NOTE The system will retain the last setting selected by the driver after ignition shut down FCW may not react to irrel...

Page 209: ...e system checked by an authorized dealer LANESENSE IF EQUIPPED LaneSense Operation The LaneSense system is operational at speeds above 37 mph 60 km h and below 112 mph 180 km h The LaneSense system uses a forward looking camera to detect lane markings and measure vehicle position within the lane boundaries When both lane markings are detected and the driver unintentionally drifts out of the lane n...

Page 210: ...driver s hands are not detected on the steering wheel The system will cancel if the driver does not return their hands to the wheel Turning LaneSense ON Or OFF The default status of LaneSense is OFF The LaneSense button is located on the center stack below the Uconnect display To turn the LaneSense system ON push the LaneSense button to turn the system ON LED turns off A Lane Sense On message is s...

Page 211: ...n both of the lane boundaries have not been detected and the LaneSense indicator is solid white Left Lane Departure Only Left Lane Detected When the LaneSense system is ON the LaneSense indicator is solid white when only the left lane mark ing has been detected and the system is ready to provide visual warnings in the DID if an unintentional lane departure occurs System ON Gray Lines White Indicat...

Page 212: ...ne marking has been detected Left Lane Departure Both Lanes Detected When the LaneSense system is ON the lane lines turn from gray to white to indicate that both of the lane markings have been detected The LaneSense indicator is solid green when both lane markings have been detected and the system is armed to provide visual warnings in the DID and a torque warning in the steering wheel if an unint...

Page 213: ...direction of the lane boundary For example If approaching the left side of the lane the steering wheel will turn to the right When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been approached and is in a lane departure situation the left thick lane line flashes yellow on off and the left Lanes Sensed White Lines Green Indicator Lane Sensed Solid Yellow Thick Line Solid Yellow Thin Line Solid Yellow In...

Page 214: ...opposite direction of the lane boundary For example If approaching the left side of the lane the steering wheel will turn to the right NOTE The LaneSense system operates with the similar behavior for a right lane departure Lane Approached Flashing Yellow Thick Line Solid Yellow Thin Line Flashing Yellow Indicator 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 215: ...afety Driving Assistance screen you can configure the intensity of the torque warning and the warning zone sensitivity early late through the person alization settings NOTE When enabled the system operates above 37 mph 60 km h and below 112 mph 180 km h Use of the turn signal suppresses the warnings The system will not apply torque to the steering wheel whenever a safety system engages anti lock b...

Page 216: ...roxi mately 7 mph 11 km h or above The system will become active again if the vehicle speed is decreased to speeds less than approximately 6 mph 9 km h ParkSense Sensors The four ParkSense sensors located in the rear fascia bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors field of view The sensors can detect obstacles from approximately 12 inches 30 cm up to 79 inches 200 cm f...

Page 217: ... the system status The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in one or more regions based on the obstacle s distance and location relative to the vehicle If an obstacle is detected in the center rear region the display will show a single solid arc in the center rear region and will produce a one half second tone As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle the display wil...

Page 218: ...Single 1 2 Second Tone Solid Arc Slow Tone Solid Arc 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 219: ...Slow Tone Solid Arc Fast Tone Flashing Arc 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 ...

Page 220: ... display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone The following chart shows the warning alert opera tion when the system is detecting an obstacle Fast Tone Flashing Arc Continuous Tone Flashing Arc 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 221: ...e None 2nd Flashing 1st Flashing Arcs Center None 6th Solid 5th Solid 4th Solid 3rd Flashing 2nd Flashing 1st Flashing Arcs Right None None None None None 2nd Flashing 1st Flashing Audible Alert Chime None Single 1 2 Second Tone for rear center only Slow for rear center only Slow for rear center only Fast for rear center only Fast Continu ous Radio Volume Reduced No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 3 UNDER...

Page 222: ...center front region As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle A fast sound tone will be produced when reaching the 2nd flashing arc and will change to a continuous sound tone when the 1st flashing arc appears If an obstacle is detected in the left and or right front region the display will show a single flashing arc in the left an...

Page 223: ...display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone The following chart shows the warning alert opera tion when the system is detecting an obstacle Fast Tone Flashing Arc Continuous Tone Flashing Arc 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 ...

Page 224: ...e None 2nd Flashing 1st Flashing Arcs Center None 4th Solid 3rd Flashing 2nd Flashing 1st Flashing Arcs Right None None None 2nd Flashing 1st Flashing Audible Alert Chime None None None Fast Continuous Radio Volume Reduced No No No Yes Yes NOTE ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio if on when the system is sounding an audio tone 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 225: ...lume setting is MEDIUM ParkSense will retain its last known configuration state through ignition cycles Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ParkSense can be enabled and disabled with the ParkSense switch located on the switch panel below the Uconnect display When the ParkSense switch is pushed to dis able the system the instrument cluster will display the PARKSENSE OFF message for approximately five ...

Page 226: ...D pop up message for five seconds After five seconds a vehicle graphic will be displayed with UNAVAILABLE at either the front or rear sensor location depending on where the fault is detected The system will continue to provide arc alerts for the side that is functioning properly These arc alerts will interrupt the PARKSENSE UN AVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS PARKSENSE UN AVAILABLE WIPE FRONT SENSORS o...

Page 227: ... large trucks and other vibra tions could affect the performance of ParkSense When you turn ParkSense off the instrument cluster will display PARKSENSE OFF Furthermore once you turn ParkSense off it remains off until you turn it on again even if you cycle the ignition key When you move the gear selector to the REVERSE position and ParkSense is turned off the instrument cluster will display PARKSEN...

Page 228: ...e every obstacle including small obstacles Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not detected at all Obstacles located above or below Continued CAUTION Continued the sensors will not be detected when they are in close proximity The vehicle must be driven slowly when using ParkSense in order to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is detected It is recommended that the driver looks ove...

Page 229: ...at an obstacle is behind the vehicle PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the gear selector is put into REVERSE The ParkView camera is located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear license plate The image will be displayed in the tou...

Page 230: ...ted and the last touchscreen appears again When enabled active guide lines are overlaid on the image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its projected backup path based on the steering wheel position The active guide lines will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle Different colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle The foll...

Page 231: ...AUTION To avoid vehicle damage ParkView should only be used as a parking aid The ParkView camera is unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive path Continued CAUTION Continued To avoid vehicle damage the vehicle must be driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is seen It is recom mended that the driver look frequently over his her shoulder when using...

Page 232: ...unroof switches may also be included if equipped Front Map Reading Lights If Equipped Lights are mounted in the overhead console Each light can be turned on by pushing the switch on either side of the console These buttons are backlit for night time visibility Overhead Console Front Map Reading Lights 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 233: ...ghts will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is pushed Courtesy Lights The courtesy lights can be turned on by pushing the top corner of the lens To turn the lights off push the lens a second time Front Map Reading Light Switches Courtesy Lights 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 ...

Page 234: ...EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers motor ized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink unit is powered by your vehicle s battery The HomeLink buttons located on either the overhead console headliner or sunvisor designate the three differ ent HomeLink channels The HomeLink indicator is located above the center b...

Page 235: ...ansmis sion of the radio frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink system To erase the channels place the ignition in the ON RUN position and push and hold the two outside HomeLink buttons I and III for up 20 seconds or until the red indicator flashes Overhead Console HomeLink Buttons 3 UNDERS...

Page 236: ...g A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu factured after 1995 These garage door openers can be identified by the LEARN or TRAIN button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener It is NOT the button that is normally used to open and close the door The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer 1 Place the ignition in the ON RUN posi...

Page 237: ...ly be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener device motor Firmly push and release the LEARN or TRAIN ING button On some garage door openers devices there may be a light that blinks when the garage door opener device is in the LEARN TRAIN mode NOTE You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the LEARN button has been pushed 6 Return to the vehicl...

Page 238: ...o 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view 3 Push and hold the Homelink button you want to program while you push and hold the hand held transmitter button 4 Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi cator light The Homelink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink has received the frequency ...

Page 239: ...all remaining steps Canadian Gate Operator Programming For programming transmitters in Canada United States that require the transmitter signals to time out after several seconds of transmission Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of trans mission which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Simi...

Page 240: ...longer in rare cases The garage door may open and close while you are programming 5 Push and hold the programmed HomeLink button and observe the indicator light NOTE If the indicator light stays on constantly program ming is complete and the garage door device should activate when the HomeLink button is pushed To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons repeat each step for each remaining button...

Page 241: ...ecurity It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn in your vehicle To do this push and hold the two outside buttons for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes Note that all channels will be erased Individual channels cannot be erased The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programmi...

Page 242: ...ed by Federal safety standards This includes most garage door opener models manufactured Continued WARNING Continued after 1982 Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features Call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink com for safety information or assistance General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada licence exem...

Page 243: ...The power shade switch is located to the right between the sun visors on the overhead console WARNING Never leave children unattended in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Never leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location Continued CommandView Sunroof And Power Shade Switches 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 ...

Page 244: ... any object to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result Opening Sunroof Express Push the switch rearward and release it within one half second The sunroof and sunshade will open automati cally from any position The sunroof and sunshade will open fully and stop automatically This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any other actua tion of the sunroof switch will stop t...

Page 245: ...n and stop automatically This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any movement of the shade switch will stop the shade Opening Power Shade Manual Mode To open the shade push and hold the switch rearward The shade will open and stop automatically at the half open position Push and hold the shade switch rearward again and the shade will open automatically to the full open position A...

Page 246: ... the switch will stop the sunroof NOTE If the sunshade is in the closed position when the vent switch is pushed the sunshade will automatically cycle to the halfway open position prior to the sunroof opening to the Vent position Pinch Protect Feature This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation If an ob struction in the path of the sunroof is...

Page 247: ...or will cancel this feature NOTE Ignition Off time is programmable through the Uconnect System Refer to Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instru ment Panel for further information ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Your vehicle is equipped with one 12 Volt 13 Amp power outlet on the instrument panel and one 12 Volt 10 Amp power outlet in the center console that can be us...

Page 248: ...ter operation a MOPAR knob and element must be used The front power outlet is located inside the storage area on the center stack of the instrument panel WARNING Do not place ashes inside the cubby bin located on the center console on vehicles not equipped with the ash receiver tray A fire leading to bodily injury could result Front Power Outlet 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 249: ...s in use do not exceed the maximum power of 100 Watts 8 Amps for the center console power outlet When the Media Hub is not in use the outlet can deliver up to 120 Watts 10 Amps If the power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced Center Console Power Outlet 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 ...

Page 250: ...r death Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet Do not touch with wet hands 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 12 Fuse 20 Amp Yellow Instrument Panel Power Outlet Dual USB Charge Only Ports 2 38 Fuse 20 Amp Yellow Cen...

Page 251: ... bat tery even more quickly Only use these intermit tently and with greater caution Continued CAUTION Continued 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 alternator to recharge the vehicle s battery Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs ...

Page 252: ...e center console Heated And Cooled Cupholders If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with heated and cooled cupholders The cupholders are designed to help keep warm beverages warm and cool beverages cool Retractable Cover Front Cupholders 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 253: ...ble to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injuries medication alcohol use exhaus tion or other physical condition must exercise par ticular care in order to prevent serious burn injury Keep the cupholder free of debris or stray objects when operated in the Hot position Rear Seat Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest be...

Page 254: ... vehicles the rear cupholders are equipped with a light ring that illuminates the cupholders for the rear passengers The light ring is controlled by the Dimmer Control Refer to Lights in Understanding The Fea tures Of Your Vehicle for further information Rear Seat Cupholders Light Ring In Rear Cupholder 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 255: ... cubby bin located forward of the gear selector The cubby bin is covered with a push push actuated door Push inward on the door to open it push the door a second time to close it Two separate storage compartments are also located underneath the center console armrest Glove Compartment 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 ...

Page 256: ...ea This tray has an integrated coin holder along with additional area for small items and handheld devices Below the upper tray the lower storage compartment is made for larger items like tissue boxes In addition the 12 volt power outlet USB and Aux jack are located here Center Console Upper Storage Tray 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 257: ...sole compart ment lid in the open position Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision Door Storage The door panels contain storage areas Front Door Trim Storage 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 ...

Page 258: ...fold down easily by pulling nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters When the seats are folded down they provide a continuous nearly flat extension of the load floor When the seatback is folded to the upright position make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap WARNING Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position If the seat...

Page 259: ...ad carrying purposes only not for passengers who should sit in seats and use seat belts WARNING The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle handling To avoid loss of control resulting in per sonal injury follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor Put heavier objects as low and as far forward...

Page 260: ...trunk from mud snow and debris Grocery Bag Hooks The rear cargo area is equipped with grocery bag hooks located on either side of the rear cargo area CAUTION Do not exceed the maximum weight limit 50 lbs 22 kg of the grocery bag hook Damage may occur to hook and mounting surface Grocery Bag Hooks 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 261: ...tton to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors if equipped An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 10 minutes For an additional five minutes of operation push the button a second time Rear Cargo Net 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 ...

Page 262: ...l shine through the rear windshield The power sunshade can be operated using the Uconnect System Push the Controls button and then push the Rear Sunshade button to raise the power sunscreen Push the Sunshade button a second time to lower the sunshade If the sunshade is in the raised position and the vehicle is placed in REVERSE the sunshade will automatically fully lower When the transmission is s...

Page 263: ...and cargo loading conditions A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height It takes approximately 1 mile 1 6 km of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15 hours the leveling system will bleed itself down The vehicle must be driven to reset the syst...

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Page 265: ... 295 White Telltale Indicator Lights 297 Blue Telltale Indicator Lights 299 䡵 DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY DID 300 Engine Oil Life Reset 302 Gear Shift Indicator GSI If Equipped 304 DID Selectable Menu Items 305 Battery Saver On Battery Saver Mode Message Electrical Load Reduction Actions If Equipped 310 䡵 CYBERSECURITY 313 䡵 SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK 315 䡵 UCONNECT SETTINGS 315 Buttons On The Facepl...

Page 266: ...ES 339 䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS 339 Dual Zone Automatic Climate Controls With Touchscreen 340 Climate Control Functions 345 Automatic Temperature Control ATC 347 Operating Tips 348 䡵 PERSONALIZED MENU BAR 351 䡵 UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS 351 Introducing Uconnect 351 Get Started 352 Basic Voice Commands 353 Radio 354 Media 355 Phone 356 Voice Text Reply 357 Climate 8 4A 8 4AN 359 Navigation 8 ...

Page 267: ...8 4A 8 4AN 362 Mobile App 8 4A 8 4AN 363 Voice Texting 8 4A 8 4AN 364 Yelp 8 4A 8 4AN 365 SiriusXM Travel Link 8 4A 8 4AN 367 Siri Eyes Free If Equipped 368 Do Not Disturb 368 General Information 369 Additional Information 369 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 ...

Page 268: ... DID Controls 8 Uconnect System Hard Controls 14 Adaptive Cruise Control 3 Instrument Cluster 9 Switch Bank 15 Uconnect Phone Controls 4 Speed Controls 10 Climate Control Hard Controls 5 Uconnect System 11 Engine Start Stop Button 6 Analog Clock 12 Trunk Release Button 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 269: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Premium Instrument Cluster 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 ...

Page 270: ...ehicle where the fuel door is located 5 Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem perature Any reading within the normal range indi cates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tem perature when driving in hot weather up mountain grades or when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper li...

Page 271: ...The warning indicator lights switch on in the instrument panel together with a dedicated mes sage and or acoustic signal when applicable These indications are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be considered as exhaustive and or alternative to the information contained in the Owner s Manual which you are advised to read carefully in all cases Always refer to the information in this ...

Page 272: ...ight seconds as a bulb check During the bulb check if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb check or when driving if the driver s seat belt remains un buckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously and a chime will sound Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information 270 UNDERSTANDING YO...

Page 273: ...g startup stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible This light will illuminate with a single chime when a fault with the Air Bag Warning Light has been detected it will stay on until the fault is cleared If the light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving have an authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately 4 UNDERSTA...

Page 274: ...ght remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti Lock Brake System ABS Electronic Stability Control ESC system In this case the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected ...

Page 275: ...ehicle You could have a collision Have the vehicle checked immediately Vehicles equipped with the Anti Lock Brake System ABS are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD In the event of an EBD failure the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light Immediate repair to the ABS system is required Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignit...

Page 276: ... What It Means Vehicle Security Warning Light If Equipped This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 277: ...inuous chime will be sound for 4 minutes or until the engine is allowed to cool whichever comes first If the light turns on while driving safely pull over and stop the vehicle If the A C system is on turn it off Also shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle If the temperature reading does not return to normal turn the engine off immediately and call for service Refer to If Your Eng...

Page 278: ...it stays on while the en gine is running there may be a malfunction with the charging system Contact your autho rized dealer as soon as possible This indicates a possible problem with the electrical system or a related component If jump starting is required refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emer gencies 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 279: ...ight turns on while driving stop the ve hicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 ...

Page 280: ... in the PARK position The light should turn off If the light remains on with the engine running your vehicle will usually be driv able however see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible If the light continues to flash when the engine is running immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require ...

Page 281: ...idle speed or apply light foot pressure to increase the engine speed RPM until the Transmission Temperature light turns off CAUTION Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure WARNING If you continue operating the vehicle when the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi nated you c...

Page 282: ...he EPS Power Steering System Re fer to Power Steering in Starting And Operating for further information Oil Temperature Warning Light Red Telltale Light What It Means Oil Temperature Warning Light This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is high If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 283: ...not fully closed NOTE If the vehicle is moving there will also be a single chime Trunk Open Warning Light Red Telltale Light What It Means Trunk Open Warning Light This indicator will illuminate when the trunk is open and not fully closed NOTE If the vehicle is moving there a single chime will sound 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 ...

Page 284: ...Indicator Lights Rear Fog Light Indicator If Equipped Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Rear Fog Light Indicator This indicator will illuminate when the rear fog lights are on 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 285: ...ing the key from OFF to ON RUN have the condition checked promptly Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap poor quality fuel etc may illuminate the light after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through sev eral typical driving styles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing When the engine is running the MIL may fl...

Page 286: ...e 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 wood cardboard etc This could result in death or serious injury to the driver occupants or others 284 UNDERSTAN...

Page 287: ...ins on after sev eral ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles kilometers at speeds greater than 30 MPH 48 km h see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected The ESC Off Indicator Light and the ESC Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN Each time the ignition is turned to ON RUN the ESC...

Page 288: ...tronic Stability Control ESC is off With Drive Modes the ESC OFF indicator will be lit any time the Traction modes is set to Sport Track or Full OFF Low Washer Fluid Indicator Light If Equipped Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Low Washer Fluid Indicator Light If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the windshield washer fluid is low 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 289: ... optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed Should one or more tires be in the condition mentioned above the display will show the indications corresponding to each tire in sequence IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more flat tires as handling may be compromised Stop the vehicle avoiding sharp braking and steering Repair immediately using the dedicated tire repair...

Page 290: ...lltale when one or more of your tires is significantly 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...

Page 291: ...nt the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function 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 equ...

Page 292: ...r Light Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Low Fuel Warning Indicator Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 8 gal 10 6 L this light will turn on and a single chime will sound 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 293: ... on while driving then the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the brake warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti Lock Brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch i...

Page 294: ...r to Adaptive Cruise Control ACC in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information Service AWD Indicator Light If Equipped Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Service AWD Indicator Light If Equipped This telltale will turn on to indicate the All Wheel Drive AWD system is not functioning properly and that service is required Contact your authorized dealership 292 UNDERSTANDING Y...

Page 295: ...out the use of a turn signal When the LaneSense system senses a lane drift situation the LaneSense indicator changes from solid green to solid yellow When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been approached and is in a lane departure situation the LaneSense indicator changes from solid white green to flashing yellow Refer to LaneSense If Equipped in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle ...

Page 296: ...ice Please see your authorized dealer Service Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator Light If Equipped Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Service Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator Light This light will turn on when a ACC is not operating and needs service Refer to Adaptive Cruise Control ACC in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further infor mation 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 297: ...o provide visual warnings in the EVIC DID and a torque warning in the steering wheel if an unintentional lane departure occurs Refer to LaneSense If Equipped in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information Park Headlight ON Indicator Light Green Telltale Light What It Means Park Headlight ON Indicator Light This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are...

Page 298: ...nstrument cluster directional arrow will flash independently for the LEFT or RIGHT turn signal as selected as well as the exterior turn signal lamp s front and rear as selected when the multifunction lever is moved down LEFT or up RIGHT NOTE A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km with either turn signal on Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if eithe...

Page 299: ... is SET Refer to Electronic Speed Control in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information White Telltale Indicator Lights Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light White Telltale Light What It Means Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is ON but not set 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 ...

Page 300: ...in the instrument cluster display if an unintentional lane departure occurs Refer to LaneSense If Equipped in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Ready Light If Equipped White Telltale Light What It Means Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Ready Light If Equipped This light will turn on when the vehicle equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control ACC h...

Page 301: ...eatures Of Your Vehicle for further information Blue Telltale Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Light Blue Telltale Light What It Means High Beam Indicator Light This indicator shows that the high beam headlights are on Push the multifunction control lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam Pull the lever towar...

Page 302: ...of useful information by pushing the arrow buttons located on the left side of the steering wheel The DID Menu Items consists of the following Speedometer Vehicle Info Driver Assist If Equipped Fuel Economy Trip Audio Messages Screen Setup The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel DID Controls 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT...

Page 303: ...tems of the Main menu item NOTE Holding the UP or DOWN arrow button or LEFT or RIGHT arrow button will loop the user through the currently selected menu or options presented on the screen Main menu and submenu s wrap for continuous scrolling Upon returning to a main menu the last submenu screen viewed within that main menu will be dis played OK Button For Digital Speedometer Pushing the OK button ...

Page 304: ...l Change Required Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The Oil Change Required message will display in the DID for five seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving styl...

Page 305: ...the ON RUN position do not start the engine 2 Push and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu to Ve hicle Info 3 Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to access the Oil Life screen 4 Push and hold the OK button to reset oil life If conditions are met the gauge and numeric display will update to show 100 If conditions are not met a popup message of To reset oil lif...

Page 306: ...once to return the ignition to the OFF 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 Gear Shift Indicator GSI If Equipped The Gear Shift Indicator GSI system is enabled when the automatic transmission is in manual shift mode The GSI provides the driver with a visual indication or b...

Page 307: ...he OK button to toggle between MPH and km h Vehicle Info The Vehicle Info consists of the following submenu pushing the LEFT or RIGHT arrow button will allow you to scroll through the submenu Tire Pressure Monitor Coolant Temp Trans Temp Oil Temp Oil Pressure Oil Life Battery Voltage AWD Status If Equipped Driver Assist The Driver Assist menu provides the status and visuals about the Adaptive Crui...

Page 308: ... but the vehicle speed setting has not been selected the display will read Adaptive Cruise Control Ready Push the SET or the SET button located on the steering wheel and the following will display in the DID ACC Set When ACC is set the set speed will display in the instrument cluster The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC activity occurs which may include any of the following Distance Se...

Page 309: ...neSense is activated the display will read LaneSense On Refer to LaneSense If Equipped in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information Fuel Economy Two submenu pages one with Current value instanta neous calculation of the fuel economy displayed and one without the Current Value displayed toggle the LEFT or RIGHT arrow button to select one Current Fuel Economy MPG L 100 km or...

Page 310: ...K button to reset feature information Audio This feature shows the audio information Stored Messages This feature shows the number of stored warning mes sages if any Pushing the RIGHT or LEFT arrow button will allow you to scroll through the stored messages Screen Setup Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Screen Setup Menu displays in the DID Push and release the OK button to en...

Page 311: ...o Empty Average L 100km or MPG Current L 100km or MPG Trip A Distance Trip B Distance None 3 Center Menu Title default Compass Outside Temp Time Range to Empty Average L 100km or MPG Current L 100km or MPG Trip A Distance Trip B Distance Audio Inform Digital Speed None 4 Current Gear On Off default 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 ...

Page 312: ...tance of the vehicle This is done by reducing power to or turning off non essential electrical loads Load reduction is only active when the engine is running It will display a message if there is a risk of battery depletion to the point where the vehicle may stall due to lack of electrical supply or will not restart after the current drive cycle When load reduction is activated the message Battery...

Page 313: ...ted Mirrors HVAC System 115V AC Power Inverter System Audio and Telematics System Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or more of the following conditions The charging system cannot deliver enough electrical power to the vehicle system because the electrical loads are larger than the capability of charging system The charging system is still functioning properly Turning on all possible vehi...

Page 314: ...r s game consoles and similar devices What to do when an electrical load reduction action message is present Battery Saver On or Battery Saver Mode During a trip Reduce power to unnecessary loads if possible Turn off redundant lights interior or exterior Check what may be plugged in to power outlets 12V 115V AC USB ports Check HVAC settings blower temperature Check the audio settings volume After ...

Page 315: ...mmunications Vehicle software technology continues to evolve over time and FCA US LLC working with its suppliers evaluates and takes appropriate steps as needed Similar to a computer or other devices your vehicle may require software updates to improve the usability and perfor mance of your systems or to reduce the potential risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your vehicle sys tems The ris...

Page 316: ...lp further improve vehicle security and minimize the potential risk of a security breach vehicle owners should Routinely check www driveuconnect com software update to learn about available Uconnect software updates Only connect and use trusted media devices e g personal mobile phones USBs CDs Privacy of any wireless and wired communications can not be assured Third parties may unlawfully intercep...

Page 317: ...ect system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features CAUTION Do NOT attach any object to the touchscreen doing so can result in damage to the touchscreen Setting The Analog Clock 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 ...

Page 318: ...ge a setting i e ON OFF Your Uconnect system may also have a Screen Off and Back buttons on the faceplate Push the Screen Off button on the faceplate to turn off the Uconnect screen Push the Screen Off button on the faceplate a second time to turn the screen on Push the Back button on the faceplate to exit out of a Menu or certain option on the Uconnect system Uconnect 8 4A 8 4AN Buttons On The To...

Page 319: ...ocks Auto On Comfort Engine Off Options Audio Phone Bluetooth SiriusXM Setup Restore Settings Clear Personal Data and System Information NOTE Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a time Depending on the vehicles options feature settings may vary When making a selection press the button on the touch screen to enter the desired mode Once in the desired mode press and release the preferred se...

Page 320: ... from 1 10 with the and buttons on the touchscreen NOTE To make changes to the Display Brightness with Headlights ON setting the headlights must be on and the interior dimmer switch must not be in the party or parade positions Display Brightness With Headlights OFF When in this display you may select the brightness with the headlights off Adjust the brightness from 1 10 with the and buttons on the...

Page 321: ...he touchscreen until a check mark appears next to the setting showing that setting has been selected Control Screen Time Out If Equipped When this feature is selected the Controls Screen will stay open for five seconds before the screen times out With the feature deselected the screen will stay open until it is manually closed Press the Control Screen Time Out button on the touchscreen until a che...

Page 322: ...he Voice button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Voice Response Length When in this display you may change the Voice Re sponse Length settings To change the Voice Response Length press the Brief or Detailed button on the touchscreen until a check mark appears next to the setting showing that setting has been selected Show Command List When in this display you may change ...

Page 323: ...Time Minutes This feature will allow you to adjust the minutes The Sync time with GPS button on the touchscreen must be unchecked To make your selection press the or buttons on the touchscreen to adjust the minutes up or down Time Format This feature will allow you to select the time format display setting Press the Time Format button on the touchscreen until a check mark appears next to the 12hrs...

Page 324: ...o Adaptive Cruise Control ACC in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Forward Collision Warning FCW Active Braking The FCW system includes Advanced Brake Assist ABA When this feature is selected the ABA applies additional brake pressure when the driver requests insufficient brake pressure to avoid a potential frontal collision The ABA system becomes active at 5 mph 8 km h To make your select...

Page 325: ...the greatest amount of steer ing feel requiring the highest amount of steering effort Press the Normal button on the touchscreen to provide greater steering feel requiring greater steering effort Press the Comfort button on the touchscreen to provide a balance of steering feel and steering effort Paddle Shifters If Equipped When this feature is selected the paddle shifters can be enabled or disabl...

Page 326: ... Uconnect System The chime volume settings include LOW MEDIUM and HIGH The factory default volume setting is MEDIUM To make your selec tion press the Rear ParkSense Vol button on the touchscreen until a check mark appears next to setting indicating that the setting had been selected ParkSense will retain its last known configuration state through ignition cycles Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse When t...

Page 327: ... in the area where the sensor is located even if the fascia is not damaged the sensor may have become misaligned Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor alignment Having a sensor that is misaligned will result in the BSM not operating to specification ParkView Backup Camera Active Guidelines Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera Active Guidelines tha...

Page 328: ...hscreen Press the Parkview Backup Camera Delay button on the touch screen to turn the ParkView Delay ON or OFF Rain Sensing Auto Wipers When this feature is selected and the wipers are on the system will automatically activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on the windshield To make your selection press the Rain Sensing Auto Wipers button on the touchscreen until a check mark appears ...

Page 329: ...l Headlights With Wipers If Equipped When this feature is selected and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position the headlights will turn on ap proximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature To make your selection press the Headlights With Wipers but ton on the touchscreen until a chec...

Page 330: ...check mark appears next to setting showing that the setting has been se lected Doors Locks After pressing the Doors Locks button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Auto Unlock On Exit When this feature is selected all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver s door is opened To make your selection pre...

Page 331: ...ure is selected the horn will sound when the remote start is activated To make your selection press the Sound Horn with Remote Start button on the touchscreen until a check mark appears next to setting showing that setting has been selected 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks When Driver Door is selected with 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks only the driver s door will unlock with the first press of the Remo...

Page 332: ... unlock the vehicles door s without having to push the Remote Keyless Entry RKE Key Fob LOCK or UNLOCK buttons To make your selection press the Passive Entry button on the touchscreen until a check mark appears next to the setting showing that the setting has been selected Refer to Keyless Enter N Go in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle Personal Settings Linked to Key Fob If Equipped Thi...

Page 333: ... To make your selection press the Auto On Driver Heated Ventilated Seat Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start button to select from Off Remote Start or All Starts until a check mark appears next to setting showing that setting has been selected Engine Off Options After pressing the Engine Off Options button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Easy Exit Seat If Equipped When thi...

Page 334: ...reen the following settings will be available Balance Fade This feature allows you to adjust the Balance and Fade settings Press and drag the speaker icon use the arrows to adjust or tap the C icon to readjust to the center Equalizer This feature allows you to adjust the Bass Mid and Treble settings Adjust the settings with the and setting buttons on the touchscreen or by selecting any point on th...

Page 335: ...d quality at lower volumes To make your selection press the Loudness button on the touchscreen until a check mark appears next to the setting showing that the setting has been selected Phone Bluetooth After pressing the Phone Bluetooth button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Paired Phones This feature shows which phones are paired to the Phone Bluetooth system For furthe...

Page 336: ...ibe Press the Subscription Info button on the touchscreen to access the Subscription Information screen Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver To reactivate your service either call the number listed on the screen or visit the provider online NOTE SiriusXM Travel Link is a separate subscription and is available for U S residents only Restore Settings After pressing the Restore Settings...

Page 337: ...tton and a pop up will appear asking Are you sure you want to clear all personal data select OK to clear Cancel or X to exit without making changes Once the data has been cleared a pop up appears stating Personal data cleared System Information After pressing the System Information button on the touchscreen the following information will be available System Information When System Information is s...

Page 338: ...ort The Media hub also allows the use of an SD card For further information refer to the Uconnect Supplement Manual Located on the rear of the front center console are dual USB Charge Only ports AUX USB SD Card Ports 1 Aux Jack 2 USB Port 3 SD Card Slot 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 339: ...ed STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o clock positions Rear USB Charging Ports Remote Sound System Controls Back View Of Steering Wheel 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 ...

Page 340: ...h mode Radio Operation Pushing the top of the switch will Seek up for the next listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch will Seek down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset button CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE IF EQUIPPED To keep a CD DVD in good condition...

Page 341: ...iminated by relocating the mobile device antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during mobile device operation when not using Uconnect if equipped CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfor...

Page 342: ...late are located below the Uconnect screen Buttons On The Touchscreen Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the Uconnect system screen Automatic Climate Controls Buttons On The Faceplate Uconnect 8 4 Automatic Temperature Controls Buttons On The Touchscreen 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 343: ...N 4 AUTO Operation Button Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount Performing this function will cause the system to switch between manual mode and automatic modes Refer to Automatic Operation for more information 5 Front Defrost Button Press and release to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode The indicator illuminates when th...

Page 344: ...e peeled off after soaking with warm water Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Keep all objects a safe distance from the window 7 Passenger Temperature Control Up Button Provides the passenger with independent temperature control Push the button on the faceplate for warmer temperature settings or on the...

Page 345: ...used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system There are seven blower speeds available Adjusting the blower will cause automatic mode to switch to manual operation The speeds can be selected using either the blower control knob on the faceplate or the buttons on the touchscreen as follows Blower Control Knob On The Faceplate The blower speed increases as you turn the blower c...

Page 346: ... amount of airflow from these outlets Bi Level Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets NOTE BI LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets A slight amo...

Page 347: ...ature bar button towards the red arrow for warmer temperature settings NOTE In Sync mode this button will also automatically adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same time Climate Control Functions A C Air Conditioning The Air Conditioning A C button allows the operator to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning system When the air conditioning system is turned on cool dehu...

Page 348: ...humidity or if rapid cooling is desired you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the Recirculation control button The recirculation indicator will illuminate when this button is selected Push the button a second time to turn off the Recirculation mode and allow outside air into the vehicle NOTE In cold weather use of recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging The recircula...

Page 349: ...allowing the system to function automatically NOTE It is not necessary to move the temperature settings The system automatically adjusts the temperature mode and blower speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible The temperature can be displayed in U S or Metric units by selecting the US M customer programmable feature Refer to the Uconnect System Settings in this section of the manual To prov...

Page 350: ... the chart at the end of this section for suggested control settings for various weather condi tions Summer Operation The engine cooling system must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro sion protection and to protect against engine overheating A solution of 50 OAT Organic Additive Technology coolant that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 9003...

Page 351: ...eriods as fogging may occur Automatic Temperature Controls ATC will automati cally adjust the climate control settings to reduce or eliminate window fogging on the front windshield When this occurs recirculation will be unavailable Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected in the air intake may re...

Page 352: ...Manual Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 353: ... to replace an existing shortcut in the main menu bar The replaced shortcut will now be an active App shortcut on the main menu bar UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS Introducing Uconnect Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with these help ful quick tips It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect 8 4A 8 4AN system Uconnect 8 4A 8 4AN Main Menu 4 UND...

Page 354: ...e Wind and passenger conversa tions are examples of noise that may impact recognition 3 Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead The microphone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver 4 Each time you give a Voice Command you must first push either the VR or Phone button wait until after the beep then say your Voice Command 5 You can interrupt the h...

Page 355: ...ion Help to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands Repeat to listen to the system prompts again Uconnect Voice Command Buttons 1 Push To Initiate Or To Answer A Phone Call Send Or Re ceive A Text 2 For All Radios Push To Begin Radio Or Media functions For 8 4A 8 4AN Only Push To Begin Navigation Apps And Climate Functions 3 Push To End Call 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 ...

Page 356: ...ur voice to quickly get to the AM FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear Subscrip tion or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required Push the VR button After the beep say Tune to ninety five point five FM Tune to Satellite Channel Hits 1 Uconnect 8 4A 8 4AN 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 357: ...y available for connected USB and iPod devices Remote CD player optional and not available on all vehicles Push the VR button After the beep say one of the following commands and follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist Change source to Bluetooth Change source to iPod Change source to USB Play artist Beethoven Play album Greatest Hits Play song Moonlight Sonata Play genre...

Page 358: ...Uconnect When the phonebook button is illumi nated on your touchscreen your system is ready Check UconnectPhone com for mobile phone compatibility and pairing instructions Push the Phone button After the beep say one of the following commands Call John Smith Dial 123 456 7890 and follow the system prompts Redial call previous outgoing phone number Call back call previous incoming phone number Ucon...

Page 359: ...have com patible mobile phone paired to Uconnect system 1 Once an incoming text message is read to you push the Phone button After the beep say Reply 2 Listen to the Uconnect prompts After the beep repeat one of the pre defined messages and follow the system prompts PRE DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES Yes Stuck in traffic See you later No Start without me I ll be late Okay Where are you I will ...

Page 360: ...essage Access Profile MAP to take advan tage of this feature For details about MAP visit UconnectPhone com Apple iPhone iOS 6 or later supports reading incoming text messages only To enable this feature on your Apple iPhone follow these 4 simple steps iPhone Notification Settings 1 Select Settings 2 Select Bluetooth 3 Select the i for the paired vehicle 4 Turn on Show Notifications 358 UNDERSTANDI...

Page 361: ...ds Set driver temperature to 70 degrees Set passenger temperature to 70 degrees TIP Voice Command for Climate may only be used to adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle Voice Command will not work to adjust the heated seats or steering wheel if equipped Navigation 8 4A 8 4AN The Uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to ...

Page 362: ...ay Enter state For the 8 4AN Uconnect System say Find address 800 Chrysler Drive Auburn Hills Michigan 2 Then follow the system prompts TIP To start a POI search push the VR button After the beep say Find nearest coffee shop Uconnect 8 4A 8 4AN Navigation 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 363: ...ter with Uconnect Access press the Apps button on the 8 4 inch touchscreen to get started Detailed registration instructions can be found on the next page NOTE Uconnect Access is available only on equipped vehicles purchased within the continental United States Alaska and Hawaii Services can only be used where coverage is available see coverage map for details 9 1 1 Call Security Alarm Notificatio...

Page 364: ...te moparownerconnect com Register 8 4A 8 4AN To unlock the full potential of Uconnect Access in your vehicle you first need to register with Uconnect Access 1 Push the ASSIST button on your rearview mirror 2 Press the Uconnect Care button on the touchscreen 3 A helpful Uconnect Care Agent will register your vehicle and handle all of the details Assist Button 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 365: ...rmation please visit DriveUconnect com Mobile App 8 4A 8 4AN You re only a few steps away from using remote com mands and playing your favorite music in your vehicle To link your internet radio accounts 1 Download the Uconnect Access App to your mobile device 2 Press the Via Mobile icon on the navigation bar at the bottom of the app Mobile App 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 ...

Page 366: ...s doors from virtually any where Voice Texting 8 4A 8 4AN 1 To send a message push the Phone button After the beep say the following command Send mes sage to John Smith 2 Listen to the prompt After the beep dictate the message you would like to send Wait for Uconnect to process your message 3 The Uconnect system will repeat your message and provide a variety of options to add to delete send or hea...

Page 367: ...e limited to 140 characters The Messaging button on the touchscreen must be illuminated to use the feature Yelp 8 4A 8 4AN Once registered with Uconnect Access you can use your voice to search for the most popular places or things around you 1 Press the Apps button on the touchscreen 2 Press the Yelp button on the touchscreen iPhone Notification Settings 1 Select Settings 2 Select Bluetooth 3 Sele...

Page 368: ... the system prompts and after the beep tell Uconnect the place or business that you d like Uconnect to find TIP Once you perform a search you can reorganize the results by selecting either the Best Match Rating or Distance tab on the top of the touchscreen display Yelp 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 369: ...of services that brings a wealth of information right to your Uconnect 8 4AN system Not available for 8 4A system Push the VR button After the beep say one of the following commands Show fuel prices Show 5 day weather forecast Show extended weather TIP Traffic alerts are not accessible with Voice Com mand SiriusXM Travel Link 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 ...

Page 370: ...ere using Do Not Disturb Do Not Disturb can automatically reply with a text message a call or both when declining an incoming call and send it to voicemail Automatic reply messages can be I am driving right now I will get back to you shortly Create a custom auto reply message up to 160 charac ters NOTE Only the first 25 characters can been seen on the touchscreen while typing a custom message Whil...

Page 371: ... The term IC before the certification registration num ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical speci fications were met Additional Information 2015 FCA US LLC All rights reserved Mopar and Uconnect are registered trademarks and Mopar Owner Connect is a trademark of FCA US LLC Android is a trademark of Google Inc SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio In...

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Page 373: ...rt 379 After Starting 380 䡵 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED 380 䡵 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 381 Ignition Park Interlock 383 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 383 Eight Speed Automatic Transmission 383 䡵 AUTOSTICK IF EQUIPPED 390 䡵 SPORT MODE IF EQUIPPED 393 䡵 ALL WHEEL DRIVE AWD IF EQUIPPED 393 䡵 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES 394 Acceleration 394 Traction 395 䡵 DRIVING THROUGH WATER 395 5 ...

Page 374: ...k Brake System ABS 403 Anti Lock Brake Warning Light 405 Brake Assist System BAS 405 Hill Start Assist HSA 406 Traction Control System TCS 409 Electronic Stability Control ESC 409 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 414 Ready Alert Braking RAB 415 Rain Brake Support RBS 415 䡵 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION 416 Tire Markings 416 Tire Identification Number TIN 419 Tire Terminology And Definitions 421 Tire Loadi...

Page 375: ...RE CHAINS TRACTION DEVICES 439 䡵 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS 441 䡵 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM TPMS 442 Premium System 444 General Information 448 䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 449 3 6L Engine If Equipped 449 5 7L Engine If Equipped 449 Reformulated Gasoline 450 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 450 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 451 MMT In Gasoline 451 Materials Added To Fuel 452 Fuel System Cautions 452 ...

Page 376: ...intenance 457 䡵 ADDING FUEL 457 Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release 459 䡵 VEHICLE LOADING 460 Vehicle Certification Label 461 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 461 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 461 Overloading 462 Loading 462 䡵 TRAILER TOWING 463 Common Towing Definitions 463 Trailer Hitch Classification 466 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 467 Trailer And Tongue Weight 467 Towi...

Page 377: ...䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC 475 Two Wheel Drive And All Wheel Drive 475 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 ...

Page 378: ...riously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the trans mission gear selector Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls ...

Page 379: ...op and the engine is at idle speed Before shifting into any gear make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal Keyless Enter N Go This feature allows the driver to oper ate the ignition switch with the push of a button as long as the Remote Start Keyless Enter N Go Key Fob is in the passenger compartment Normal Starting To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE START STOP Button 1 The transmission...

Page 380: ...ARK the ENGINE START STOP button must be held for two seconds or three short pushes in a row with the vehicle speed above 5 mph 8 km h before the engine will shut off The ignition switch position will remain in the ACC position until the gear selector is in PARK and the button is pushed twice to the OFF position If the gear selector is not in PARK and the ENGINE START STOP button is pushed once th...

Page 381: ...ce to change the ignition to the ACC position 3 Push the ENGINE START STOP button a second time to change the ignition to the RUN position 4 Push the ENGINE START STOP button a third time to return the ignition to the OFF position Extreme Cold Weather Below 22 F Or 30 C To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures use of an externally powered electric engine block heater avail able from your ...

Page 382: ...dures it may be flooded To clear any excess fuel 1 Press and hold the brake pedal 2 Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it 3 Push and release the ENGINE START STOP button once The starter motor will engage automatically run for 10 seconds and then disengage Once this occurs release the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Star...

Page 383: ...ssing the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine i...

Page 384: ...e vehicle Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete ...

Page 385: ...hen the vehicle is stopped or moving at low speeds Eight Speed Automatic Transmission The transmission is controlled using a rotary electronic gear selector located on the center console The transmis sion gear range PRNDL S is displayed both above the gear selector and in the Driver Information Display DID To select a gear range simply rotate the gear selector To access the L or S position push do...

Page 386: ...r Selector The standard transmission gear selector has PARK RE VERSE NEUTRAL DRIVE and LOW shift positions Using the LOW position manually downshifts the trans mission to a lower gear based on vehicle speed Premium Gear Selector With AutoStick The premium transmission gear selector provides PARK REVERSE NEUTRAL DRIVE and SPORT shift posi tions Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick shift co...

Page 387: ...use PARK while the vehicle is in motion Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range When parking on a level surface you may shift the transmission into PARK first and then apply the parking brake When parking on a hill apply the parking brake before shifting the transmission to PARK As an added precau tion turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from t...

Page 388: ...eyless ignition node is in the ⴖOFFⴖ mode Remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle When the keyless ignition is Continued WARNING Continued OFF remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle The transmission is locked in PARK securing the vehicle against unwanted movement Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be...

Page 389: ...gear position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position P REVERSE R This range is for moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL N Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running Apply the parking brake and shift the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle WARNING Do n...

Page 390: ...vehicle under heavy loading condi tions in hilly terrain traveling into strong head winds or while towing a heavy trailer use the AutoStick shift control if equipped refer to AutoStick in this section for further information to select a lower gear Under these conditions using a lower gear will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shift ing and heat buildup During ...

Page 391: ...e performance may be severely degraded and the engine may stall In some situations the transmission may not re engage if the engine is turned off and restarted The Malfunction Indicator Light MIL may be illuminated A message in the instrument cluster will inform the driver of the more serious conditions and indicate what actions may be necessary In the event of a momentary problem the transmission...

Page 392: ...le upshifts and downshifts and improve overall vehicle performance This system can also provide you with more control during passing city driving cold slippery conditions mountain driving trailer towing and many other situations Operation When the transmission is in DRIVE or SPORT mode it will operate automatically shifting between the eight available gears To engage AutoStick simply tap one of th...

Page 393: ...ck of accelerator pedal activity will cause the transmis sion to revert to automatic operation If AutoStick is engaged while the transmission gear selector is in the SPORT position manual gear selec tion will be maintained until the gear selector is returned to DRIVE or as described below The trans mission will not upshift automatically at redline in this mode nor will downshifts be obtained if th...

Page 394: ...ert to automatic shift mode if a fault or overheat condition is detected To disengage AutoStick mode press and hold the shift paddle until D or S is once again indicated in the instrument cluster Shifting out of SPORT mode will also disable AutoStick You can shift in or out of AutoStick mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal WARNING Do not downshift for additional engi...

Page 395: ...ALL WHEEL DRIVE AWD IF EQUIPPED This vehicle is equipped with an active on demand All Wheel Drive AWD system which makes available optimum traction for a wide variety of road surface and driving conditions The system minimizes wheel slip by automatically redirecting torque to the front and rear wheels as necessary To maximize fuel economy your AWD vehicle automati cally defaults to rear wheel driv...

Page 396: ... warning mes sage appears after engine start up or during driving it means that the AWD system is not functioning properly and that service is required Refer to Driver Information Display DID in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information CAUTION All wheels must have the same size and type tires Unequal tire sizes must not be used Unequal tire size may cause failure of the front di...

Page 397: ... this possibility the following precau tions should be observed Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are slushy Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible Keep tires properly inflated Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop Your vehicle may...

Page 398: ...our vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Cautions and Warnings before doing so 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 stopping distances Therefore after d...

Page 399: ...ance after driving through standing water Do not continue to Continued CAUTION Continued operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami nated as this may result in further damage Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Getting water inside your vehicle s engine can cause it to lock up and stall out and cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered ...

Page 400: ...and the SERVICE POWER STEER ING or the POWER STEERING ASSIST OFF SERVICE SYSTEM message is displayed within the Driver Information Display DID this indi cates the vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer for service Refer to Driver Information Display DID in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further in formation NOTE Even if the power steering assistance is no longer operational it is still p...

Page 401: ...leaving the vehicle make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the PARK position The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel To apply the park brake firmly press the park brake pedal fully To release the parking brake press the park brake pedal a second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake disengage...

Page 402: ...ar selector out of PARK The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle WARNING Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle move ment and possible injury or damage When leaving the vehicle always remove the Key Fob and lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in ...

Page 403: ...le to roll and cause damage or injury CAUTION If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released a brake system malfunction is indicated Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability the remaining system will still func tion ...

Page 404: ...RAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Electronic Brake Control system EBC This system includes Elec tronic Brake Force Distribution EBD Anti Lock Brake System ABS Brake Assist System BAS Hill Start Assist HSA Traction Control System TCS Electronic Stability Control ESC and Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM These systems work together to enhance both vehicle stability and contr...

Page 405: ...em automatically prevents wheel lock and enhances vehicle control during braking The ABS performs a self check cycle to ensure that the ABS is working properly each time the vehicle is started and driven During this self check you may hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises ABS is activated during braking when the system detects one or more wheels begins to lock Road cond...

Page 406: ...need to slow down or stop Continued WARNING Continued The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys ics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The ABS cannot prevent collisions including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too c...

Page 407: ...rning Light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position have the light repaired as soon as possible Brake Assist System BAS The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brake...

Page 408: ...e on an incline If the driver releases the brake while stopped on an incline HSA will continue to hold the brake pressure for a short period If the driver does not apply the throttle before this time expires the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill as normal The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to activate The feature must be enabled The vehic...

Page 409: ...ain safe control of your vehicle Failure to follow these warnings can result in a collision or serious personal injury Towing With HSA HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll back while towing a trailer WARNING If you use a trailer brake controller with your trailer the trailer brakes may be activated and deactivated with the brake switch If so there may not be enough brake pressure to h...

Page 410: ...formation Display DID in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information If disabling HSA using Uconnect Settings refer to Uconnect Settings in Understanding Your Instru ment Panel for further information For vehicles not equipped with the DID perform the following steps 1 Center the steering wheel front wheels pointing straight forward 2 Shift the transmission into PARK 3 Apply the pa...

Page 411: ...en axle If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning BLD may remain enabled even if TCS and ESC are in a reduced mode Electronic Stability Control ESC This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving c...

Page 412: ... adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions WARNING Electronic Stability Control ESC cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ESC cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydroplaning ESC also cannot pr...

Page 413: ... of operation the ESC system may have multiple operating modes ESC On This is the normal operating mode for the ESC When ever the vehicle is started the ESC system will be in this mode This mode should be used for most driving conditions Alternate ESC modes should only be used for specific reasons as noted in the following paragraphs Partial Off The Partial Off mode is intended for times when a mo...

Page 414: ...SC Sport and ESC Track If equipped are ESC partial off mode s Full Off If Equipped This mode is intended for off highway or off road use only and should not be used on any public roadways In this mode TCS and ESC features are turned OFF To enter the Full Off mode push and hold the ESC Off switch for five seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine running After five seconds a chime will s...

Page 415: ... Malfunction Indicator 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 kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected The ESC Activation Malfunction Ind...

Page 416: ...ipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle When ERM determines that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle s speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift it then applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur ERM can only reduce the chanc...

Page 417: ...t Braking may reduce the time required to reach full braking during emergency braking situations It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is released by the driver The EBC will prepare the brake system for a panic stop Rain Brake Support RBS Rain Brake Support may improve braking performance in wet conditions It will periodically apply a smal...

Page 418: ...sidewall 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 Standards ...

Page 419: ...LT Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE Example Size Designation P215 65R15XL 95H 215 65R15 96H LT235 85R16C T145 80D18 103M 31x10 5 R15 LT P Passenger car tire size based on U S design standards or ⴖ blank ⴖ Passenger car tire based on European design standards or LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards or T or S Temporary spare tire or 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 235 145 Section width in...

Page 420: ...he maximum load a tire can carry H Speed Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions 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 418 STARTING AND OPERATIN...

Page 421: ...y Maximum Pressure Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including the date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire Look for the TIN on the outboard si...

Page 422: ...e 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 01 Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured two digits 01 means the year 2001 Prior to July 2000 tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire w...

Page 423: ...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 maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placard...

Page 424: ...ire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar or the rear edge of the driver s side door Example Tire Placard Location Door 422 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 425: ...lacard tells you important information about the 1 Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 Total weight your vehicle can carry Example Tire Placard Location B Pillar Tire And Loading Information Placard 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 ...

Page 426: ... GAWRs vehicle loading and trailer towing refer to Vehicle Loading in the Starting And Operating sec tion of this manual 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 ...

Page 427: ... weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 NOTE If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle The follow ing table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and num ber and size of occupants This tabl...

Page 428: ...426 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 429: ...re Safety and Vehicle Stability Economy Tread Wear Ride Comfort Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Underinflation increases tire flexing and can result in overheating and tire failure Overinflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Overinflated or underinflated tires...

Page 430: ...esponse Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Fuel Economy Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance resulting in higher fuel consumption Tread Wear Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnor mal wear patterns and reduced tread life resulting in the need for earlier tire replacement Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability Proper...

Page 431: ...re after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after sitting for a minimum of three hours The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side wall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures ...

Page 432: ...era tion Refer to your authorized tire dealer or original equipment vehicle dealer for recommended safe operat ing speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi mum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious collision Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous...

Page 433: ...ce description Load Index and Speed Symbol Tire Types All Season Tires If Equipped All Season tires provide traction for all seasons Spring Summer Fall and Winter Traction levels may vary between different all season tires All season tires can be identified by the M S M S M S or MS designation on the tire sidewall Use all season tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the ...

Page 434: ...s the possibility of loss of vehicle control Snow Tires Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during the Winter Snow tires can be identified by a mountain snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall If you need snow tires select tires equivalent in size and type to the origi nal equipment tires Use snow tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and han...

Page 435: ...s and needs to be replaced immedi ately A Run Flat tire is not repairable It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the run flat mode See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor mation Spare Tires If Equipped NOTE For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead of a spare tire please refer to Tire Service Kit in What To D...

Page 436: ... 103M T S Temporary Spare Tire Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip ment tire should be repaired or replaced and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first opportunity Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire Do not install more than one compact spare tire a...

Page 437: ...his spare This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle but it is not Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire replace or repair the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity WARNING Limited use spares are for emergency use only In ...

Page 438: ...Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure some one Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h for more than 30 seconds continu ously when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you i...

Page 439: ... need for earlier tire replace ment Distance driven Performance tires tires with a speed rating of V or higher and Summer tires typically have a reduced tread life Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main tenance schedule is highly recommended WARNING Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudde...

Page 440: ...your vehicle s handling If you ever replace a wheel make sure that the wheel s specifications match those of the original wheels It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer or original equipment dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety handling and ride of your vehicle WARNI...

Page 441: ...ead ings TIRE CHAINS TRACTION DEVICES Use of traction devices require sufficient tire to body clearance Follow these recommendations to guard against damage Traction device must be of proper size for the tire as recommended by the traction device manufacturer Install on Rear Tires Only Due to limited clearance for a Rear Wheel Drive RWD vehicle on P215 65R17 P225 60R18 and P235 55R18 tires with a ...

Page 442: ...top the vehicle immediately if noise Continued CAUTION Continued occurs that could indicate device breakage Remove the damaged parts of the device before further use Install device as tightly as possible and then re tighten after driving about mile 0 8 km Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps especially with a loaded vehicle Do not drive for a prolong...

Page 443: ...ns such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed The suggested rotation method is the rearward cross shown in the foll...

Page 444: ...ure will also increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pressure The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for any reason including low temperature effects and natural pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as ...

Page 445: ... TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pres sure value CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warnings have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system op eration or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is no...

Page 446: ... using an accurate tire pressure gauge even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPM Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire Premium System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressur...

Page 447: ...isplay a LOW TIRE message and a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure values shown in a different color Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition those shown in a different color in the DID graphic to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure inflation value Once the system receives the upda...

Page 448: ...sure may need to be increased up to an additional 4 psi 30 kPa above the recommended cold placard pressure in order to turn the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light off Service TPMS Warning If a system fault is detected the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid The system fault will also sound a chime In addition the DID will display a SERVICE TPM SYST...

Page 449: ... may block radio wave signals 3 Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings 4 Using tire chains on the vehicle 5 Using wheels tires not equipped with TPM sensors Vehicles With Compact Spare 1 The compact spare tire does not have a TPM 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...

Page 450: ... graphic in the DID will display a new pressure value instead of dashes as long as no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires 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 information General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Ca...

Page 451: ...ber lower than 87 can cause engine failure and may void or not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of gasoline before consid ering service for the vehicle 5 7L Engine If Equipped This engine is designed to meet all emis sions regulations and provide ...

Page 452: ...quality The use of reformulated gasoline is recommended Prop erly blended reformulated gasoline will provide im proved performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as ethanol CAUTION DO NOT use gasoline containing methanol or gaso line containing more than 15 ethanol E 15 Use of these ble...

Page 453: ...ty If a Non FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E 85 fuel the engine will have some or all of these symptoms Operate in a lean mode OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on Poor engine performance Poor cold start and cold drivability Increased risk for fuel system component corrosion MMT In Gasoline Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that...

Page 454: ... the usage of Top Tier Detergent gasoline is recommended Visit www toptiergas com for a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Retailers Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents should be avoided Many of these materials intended for gum and varnish removal may contain active solvents or similar ingredients These can harm fuel system gasket and diaphragm materials Fuel System Cautions CAUTION...

Page 455: ...ith the emissions control system can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never...

Page 456: ...tions of this manual for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and non Flexible Fuel powered vehicles CAUTION Only vehicles with the E 85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E 85 Ethanol Fuel E 85 E 85 is a mixture of approximately 85 ethanol and 15 unleaded gasoline WARNING Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury...

Page 457: ... With non seasonally adjusted E 85 fuel hard starting and rough idle following start up may be experienced even if the above recommendations are followed especially when the ambient temperature is below 32 F 0 C 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 supp...

Page 458: ...med up These issues may be improved with the use of seasonally adjusted E 85 fuel NOTE Use of the engine block heater if equipped may improve engine start time when using E 85 fuel when the ambient temperature is less than 32 F 0 C Cruising Range Because E 85 fuel contains less energy per gallon liter than gasoline an increase in fuel consumption will be experienced The miles per gallon mpg kilome...

Page 459: ...more difficult for your engine to start under cold conditions may affect drivability and could cause engine damage ADDING FUEL 1 Push the fuel filler door release switch located in the driver s door map pocket 2 Open the fuel filler door Fuel Filler Door Release Switch 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 ...

Page 460: ...ller pipe the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel ing NOTE Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open 5 Fill the vehicle with fuel when the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full 6 Maintain nozzle in filler for 5 seconds to allow nozzle to drain 7 Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door NOTE A funnel is provided located i...

Page 461: ...n violation of most state and federal fire regula tions and may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place fuel containers on the ground while filling Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release If you are unable to open the fuel filler door use the fuel filler door emergency rel...

Page 462: ...cover located on the left side inner trim panel 3 Pull the release cable VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the Vehicle Certification Label This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated Access Cover Release Cable 460 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 463: ...umber VIN Type of Vehicle Month Day and Hour of Manufacture MDH The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total 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 ...

Page 464: ...parately It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten useful service life Heavier axles or suspension components do 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 y...

Page 465: ...this manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR ...

Page 466: ...ear axles evenly Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR Refer to Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certifica tion Label in Starting And Operating for further information WARNING It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded Tongue Weight TW The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the ...

Page 467: ...ey are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle s front axle and the trailer axle s When used in accordance with the manufacturer s directions it pro vides for a more level ride offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety The addition of a friction hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and c...

Page 468: ...d to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 267 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 535 kg Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratin...

Page 469: ...ic 32 sq ft 2 97 sq m 1 000 lbs 454 kg 100 lbs 45 kg Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds NOTE 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 Trailer And T...

Page 470: ...itional factory installed options or dealer installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle Refer to the Tire And Loading Information placard for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle drive train components the following guidelines are recom mended WARNING Improper towing...

Page 471: ... 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 Continued WARNING Continued Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade When parking apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in PARK Always b...

Page 472: ... vehicle Refer to Tires General Information in Starting And Oper ating for information on tire pressures and for proper tire inflation procedures Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation 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 indi...

Page 473: ...railers over 1 000 lbs 453 kg and required for trailers in excess of 2 000 lbs 907 kg 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 addi tional space be...

Page 474: ...or motoring safety The Trailer Tow Package may include a four and seven pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer har ness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations Four Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 2 Male ...

Page 475: ...frequent shifting does occur while in DRIVE you can use the AutoStick shift control if equipped select a lower gear NOTE Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve perfor mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces sive shifting and heat buildup This action will also provide better engine braking Seven Pin Connector 1 Battery 2 Backup Lamps ...

Page 476: ...fts For example choose 5 if the desired speed can be maintained Choose 4 or 3 if needed to maintain the desired speed To prevent excess heat generation avoid continuous driving at high RPM Reduce vehicle speed as neces sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM Return to a higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and road conditions allow Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmissi...

Page 477: ...he only acceptable method for towing this vehicle behind an other vehicle is on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels OFF the ground CAUTION Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require ments can cause severe transmission and or transfer case damage Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 ...

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Page 479: ...81 Jack Location Spare Tire Stowage 481 Preparations For Jacking 483 Jacking And Changing A Tire 484 Road Tire Installation 490 䡵 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES 491 Preparations For Jump Start 491 Jump Starting Procedure 493 䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE 495 䡵 MANUAL PARK RELEASE 496 䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 499 All Wheel Drive AWD Models 501 Rear Wheel Drive RWD Models 501 Without The Key Fob 502 6 ...

Page 480: ... ignition is 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 action On the highways slow down In city traffic while stopped place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase the engine idle speed NOTE There a...

Page 481: ... try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Proper lug nut bolt torque is very important to ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle Any time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the vehicle the lug nuts bolts should be torqued using a properly calibrated torque wrench Torque Specifications Lug Nu...

Page 482: ...ue to be sure that all the lug nuts bolts are properly seated against the wheel WARNING To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury Wheel Mounting Surface Torque Patterns 480 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 483: ...ce center where it can be raised on a lift Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to Continued WARNING Continued lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location Spare Tire Stowage The jack and s...

Page 484: ...3 Remove the fastener securing the spare tire 4 Remove the spare tire 5 Remove the fastener securing the jack Opening The Access Panel Spare Tire Fastener 482 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 485: ...tow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immediately Preparations For Jacking 1 Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible Avoid icy or slippery areas WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic pull far enough off the road to avoid being...

Page 486: ...ed Jacking And Changing A Tire WARNING Carefully 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 flasher Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic tr...

Page 487: ...nter where it can be raised on a lift Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle Jack Warning Label 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 485 ...

Page 488: ...t remove the lug nuts on the wheel with the flat tire Turn the lug nuts counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 4 Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange NOTE If the vehicle is too low for jack placement slide the jack on its side and rotate...

Page 489: ...5 Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 ...

Page 490: ...urt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts and tire 7 Mount the spare tire 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 Mounting Spare Tire 488 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 491: ...hicle has been lowered Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury 9 Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 10 Finish tightening the lug nuts Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice For the correct lug nut torque refer to Torque ...

Page 492: ...ed end of the nut toward the wheel Lightly tighten the lug nuts WARNING To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury 3 Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 4 Refer to Torque Specifications for proper lug nut torque 5 After...

Page 493: ...r s operating instructions and precautions 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 batte...

Page 494: ...act You could 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 cycle the ignition to OFF 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories Remote Battery Post Loca...

Page 495: ...y explosion CAUTION Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle Connecting The Jumper Cables 1 Connect the positive end of the jumper cable to the remote positive post of the discharged vehicle 2 Connect the opposite end of the positive jumper cable to the positive post of the booster battery 3 Connect the negati...

Page 496: ...ve jumper cable from the remote negative post of the vehicle with the dis charged battery 2 Disconnect the negative end of the jumper cable from the negative post of the booster battery 3 Disconnect the positive jumper cable from the positive post of the booster battery 4 Disconnect the positive end of the jumper cable from the remote positive post of the discharged vehicle If frequent jump starti...

Page 497: ...ll maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine NOTE Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph 8 km h or less Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for more than 2 seconds you must press the brake pedal to engage DRIVE or REVERSE CAUTION Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and fail...

Page 498: ...ission overheating and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph 48 km h while in gear no trans mission shifting occurring WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous 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 ...

Page 499: ...er to move the vehicle in cases where the transmis sion will not shift out of PARK such as a dead battery a Manual Park Release is available Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release 1 Firmly apply the parking brake 2 Remove the console storage bin to access the Manual Park Release lever 3 Using a small screwdriver or similar tool fish the tether strap up through the opening in the console...

Page 500: ...ocking tab in the disengaged position pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and rearward until it locks in place in the vertical position The vehicle is now out of PARK and can be moved Release the parking brake only when the vehicle is securely connected to a tow vehicle Locking Tab Location Tether Strap Location 498 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 501: ... tether strap to confirm that the lever is locked in its stowed position 4 Tuck the tether strap into the base of the console Reinstall the console storage bin TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground RWD MODELS AWD MODELS Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable Transmission ...

Page 502: ...for this purpose following equip ment manufacturer s instructions Use of safety chains is mandatory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated brackets State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed If you must use the accessories wipers defrosters etc while being towed the ignition must be in the ON RUN positi...

Page 503: ... can also be towed with the ignition in the ON RUN position the transmission in NEUTRAL not in PARK and the rear wheels OFF the ground with no limitation on speed or distance Since the ignition MUST be in the ON RUN position to tow in this manner AWD vehicles must be towed with ALL FOUR wheels OFF the ground e g on a flatbed truck if the Key Fob is unavailable CAUTION Towing this vehicle using any...

Page 504: ...is not operable or the vehicle must be towed faster than 30 mph 48 km h or farther than 30 miles 48 km then the only acceptable method of towing is with a flatbed truck CAUTION 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 Without The Key Fob Special care must be ta...

Page 505: ...䡵 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS 508 䡵 REPLACEMENT PARTS 510 䡵 DEALER SERVICE 510 䡵 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 511 Engine Oil 512 Engine Oil Filter 515 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 516 Maintenance Free Battery 516 Air Conditioner Maintenance 518 A C Air Filter 519 Body Lubrication 521 Windshield Wiper Blades 522 Adding Washer Fluid 522 Exhaust System 523 Cooling System 525 7 ...

Page 506: ...CEMENT BULBS 556 䡵 BULB REPLACEMENT 559 Low Beam And High Beam Headlamp 559 Front Turn Signal Lamps 560 Front Fog Lamp 561 Front Rear Side Marker Lamp 561 Rear Backup Lamp And Turn Signal Lamps 561 License Lamp 561 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 561 䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES 562 Fluid Capacities 3 6L 562 Fluid Capacities 5 7L 563 䡵 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 564 Important Information 564 En...

Page 507: ...stribution Center Fuses 3 Remote Jump Start Negative Battery Post 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 5 Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 6 Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 Air Cleaner Filter 8 Engine Oil Fill 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 10 Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 ...

Page 508: ...istribution Center Fuses 3 Remote Jump Start Negative Battery Post 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 5 Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 6 Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 Air Cleaner Filter 8 Engine Oil Fill 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 10 Washer Fluid Reservoir 506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 509: ...king repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emissions control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the en...

Page 510: ...o access information stored in your vehicle systems including per sonal information For further information refer to Privacy Practices If Equipped With Uconnect 8 4 Radio and Uconnect CyberSecurity in All About Uconnect Access in your Owner s Manual Radio Supplement and Cybersecurity in Understanding Your Instrument Panel EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a...

Page 511: ... Indicator Light MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check 3 Approximately 15 seconds later one of two things will happen The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD II system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I M station The MIL will not flash at all a...

Page 512: ...airs will not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty DEALER SERVICE Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person nel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Intentional tam...

Page 513: ...ents or negatively impact vehicle perfor mance Immediately have potential malfunctions examined by an authorized dealer or qualified repair center Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter vals Do not use chemical flushes in these compo nents as the chemicals can...

Page 514: ...filling will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure This could damage your engine Checking Oil Level 5 7L Engine To assure proper engine lubrication the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as once a month The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil while t...

Page 515: ...ormance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API The manufacturer only recommends API Certified...

Page 516: ...icants 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 5 7L Engine MOPAR SAE 5W 20 engine oil approved to FCA Material Standard MS 6395 such as Pennzoil Shell Helix or equivalent is recommended for all operating tempera tures This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel eco...

Page 517: ...impaired by supplemental addi tives Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Care should be taken 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 sta tion or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely d...

Page 518: ...re to do so can result in serious personal injury Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom mended Maintenance Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery You ...

Page 519: ...Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnec...

Page 520: ...rviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time 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 un...

Page 521: ...stem PAG compressor oil and refrigerants Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R1234yf If Equipped R 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoole fine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental Protec tion Agency and is an ozone saving product with a low GWP Global Warming Potential However the manu facturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other s...

Page 522: ...th ends and lift the filter access cover 3 Remove the used filter 4 Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the direction of airflow which is toward the rear of the vehicle text and arrows on the filter will indicate this Access Door Filter Access Cover 520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 523: ...ior to the application of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching components to ensure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood latch release mecha nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated The external lo...

Page 524: ...ce of blades may be present with chattering marks water lines or wet spots If any of these conditions are present clean the wiper blades or replace as neces sary Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment Be sure to check the fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radiator antifreeze an...

Page 525: ...hicle 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 broken dam aged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition have the exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication...

Page 526: ...rter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition Continued CAUTION Continued In the event of engine malfunction particularly involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance have your vehicle serviced promptly Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and v...

Page 527: ...or removed such as when diagnostic testing or for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating conditions Cooling System WARNING When working near the radiator cooling fan dis connect the fan motor lead or cycle the ignition switch to the LOCK position The fan is tempera ture controlled and can start at any time the igni tion switch is in the ON position You or others can b...

Page 528: ...per vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of engine coolant antifreeze from the radiator drain cock If the cap is sealing properly the engine coolant anti freeze will begin to drain from the coolant recovery bottle DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT Cooling System Drain Flush And Refill NOTE Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant properly Failure ...

Page 529: ...ng system will need to be drained flushed and refilled with fresh Continued CAUTION Continued OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 by an au thorized dealer as soon as possible Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the engine coolant and may plug the radiator This vehicle...

Page 530: ...e higher concentra tions not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 34 F 37 C are anticipated Please contact your authorized dealer for assistance Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion 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 NOTE It is the owner s respo...

Page 531: ...ine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool Continued WARNING Continued an overheated engine Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle Personal injury or en gine damage may result Disposal Of Used E...

Page 532: ...ory the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month When additional engine coolant antifreeze is needed to maintain the proper level only OAT coolant that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 90032 should be added to the coolant bottle Do not overfill Points To Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles kilometers of operation you may observe vapor coming from t...

Page 533: ...re not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation If replacement is ever necessary install ONLY the correct type thermostat Other designs may result in unsatisfactory engine coolant antifreeze performance poor gas mileage and increased e...

Page 534: ...use it may cause leaking in the system Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require ments described on the brake fluid reservoir With disc brakes fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear However low fluid level may be caused 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 ...

Page 535: ...e 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 contaminate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure This could result in a collision Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid conta...

Page 536: ...d by supplemental addi tives Therefore do not add any fluid additives to the transmission Avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo nents Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Fluid Level Check The fluid level is preset at the factory and d...

Page 537: ...f the transmission is disassembled for any reason All Wheel Drive AWD If Equipped The all wheel drive system consists of a transfer case and front differential The exterior surface of these compo nents should be inspected for evidence of fluid leaks Confirmed leaks should be repaired as soon as possible The transfer case fluid fill inspection plug is located in the middle of the rear housing To in...

Page 538: ...Refer to Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Change Axle Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo graphic locations and usage Chemicals that make roads passable in snow ...

Page 539: ...ospheric fallout industrial pollutants Washing Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash 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 Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover to remove Use a high quality cleaner wax such as MOPAR Cleaner Wax to remov...

Page 540: ... responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause that 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 icer salt etc be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed If a lot of ...

Page 541: ...r metal polishes Do not use oven cleaner These products may damage the wheel s protective finish Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions Continued CAUTION Continued or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel s pro tective finish Only MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure If Equipped Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man ...

Page 542: ...hould be removed promptly with a damp cloth Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and MOPAR Total Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents deter gents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the orig...

Page 543: ...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 material to clean the lenses Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPAR Glass Cleaner or any commercial household type glass cleaner Never use an abrasive ty...

Page 544: ...se MOPAR Total Clean a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them Dry with a soft cloth Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays or loose parts Damaged...

Page 545: ... result in serious personal injury fire and or property dam age Continued WARNING Continued Before replacing a fuse make sure that the ignition is off and that all the other services are switched off and or disengaged If the replaced fuse blows again contact an autho rized dealer If a general protection fuse for safety systems air bag system braking system power unit systems engine system gearbox ...

Page 546: ... cover is properly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure 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 overload If a properly rated f...

Page 547: ...quipped 4 30 Amp Pink Starter 5 40 Amp Green Electronic Stability Control 6 30 Amp Pink Electronic Stability Control 7 20 Amp Blue Police Ignition Run ACC 1 8 20 Amp Blue Police Ignition Run ACC 2 9 20 Amp Yellow All Wheel Drive Module If Equipped 10 10 Amp Red Security If Equipped Under Hood Lamp Police 11 20 Amp Yellow Horns 12 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 ...

Page 548: ...9 50 Amp Red Electric Power Steering 2 If Equipped Radiator Fan 6 2L Supercharged 20 30 Amp Pink Wiper Motor 21 30 Amp Pink 20 Amp Blue Police Headlamp Washers If Equipped Police Bat Feed 2 22 40 Amp Green 20 Amp Blue Police Engine Cooling Pump 6 2L Supercharged Police Bat Feed 3 23 20 Amp Blue Police Bat Feed 1 24 20 Amp Blue Police Ignition Run ACC Feed 3 28 Fuse Spare 546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHIC...

Page 549: ... Spare 31 25 Amp Clear Engine Module 32 Fuse Spare 33 Fuse Spare 34 25 Amp Clear Powertrain 1 35 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain 2 36 10 Amp Red Anti Lock Brake Module 37 10 Amp Red Engine Controller Rad Fan Relays Charger 300 Electric Power Steering Module Charger 300 Fuel Pump Relay Charger 300 5 Speed 38 10 Amp Red Airbag Module 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 ...

Page 550: ...ay Fuel Pump Relay Challenger Rad Fan Relays Challenger 48 10 Amp Red AWD Module Charger 300 Front Axle Disconnect Charger 300 Adaptive Cruise Challenger If Equipped 49 Fuse Spare 50 Fuse Spare 51 20 Amp Yellow Vacuum Pump 52 5 Amp Tan Adaptive Cruise Charger 300 If Equipped 53 Fuse Spare 548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 551: ...cated in the trunk under the spare tire access panel This center contains fuses and relays Fuse cavity location and de scriptions are printed on the inside of the power distri bution center cover Opening The Access Cover Rear Power Distribution Center 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 ...

Page 552: ...nd possibly result in an electrical system failure Continued CAUTION Continued 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 overload If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected 550 MAINTAINI...

Page 553: ...40 Amp Green Exterior Lighting 1 7 40 Amp Green Exterior Lighting 2 8 30 Amp Pink Interior Lighting 9 40 Amp Green Power Locks 10 30 Amp Pink Driver Door Control Module 11 30 Amp Pink Passenger Door Control Module 12 20 Amp Yellow Dual USB Center Console Rear Cigar Lighter IP If Equipped 15 40 Amp Green HVAC Blower 16 20 Amp Blue Left Spot Lamp Police 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 551 ...

Page 554: ...lice Right Spot Lamp Police 23 10 Amp Red Fuel Door Diagnostic Port 24 10 Amp Red Integrated Center Stack 25 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor 26 15 Amp Blue Cygnus Transmission Module Charger 300 Electronic Shift Module Charger 300 27 25 Amp Clear Amplifier If Equipped 31 25 Amp Breaker Power Seats If Equipped 32 15 Amp Blue HVAC Module Cluster 552 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 555: ...Battery Sensor 36 15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve If Equipped 37 20 Amp Yellow Radio 38 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet Inside Arm Rest Console Media Hub 40 Fuse Spare 41 Fuse Spare 42 30 Amp Pink Rear Defrost 43 20 Amp Yellow Comfort Seat And Steering Wheel Module Heated Steering Wheel RR Heated Seats 44 10 Amp Red Park Assist Blind Spot Rear View Camera 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 553 ...

Page 556: ...g Auto High BEAM Day Time Running Lamps If Equipped 48 20 Amp Yellow Active Suspension If Equipped 49 Fuse Spare 50 Fuse Spare 51 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seats If Equipped 52 10 Amp Red Heated Cupholders Rear Heated Seat Switches If Equipped 53 10 Amp Red HVAC Module In Vehicle Temperature Sensor 54 Fuse Spare 55 Fuse Spare 56 Fuse Spare 554 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 557: ...r 61 Fuse Spare 62 Fuse Spare 63 Fuse Spare 64 25 Amp Breaker Rear Windows Charger 300 65 10 Amp Red Airbag Module 66 Fuse Spare 67 10 Amp Red Rain and Light Sensor Sunroof Inside RR View Mirror Power Outlet Illumination Center Console Police Run Acc Relay 68 10 Amp Red Dual USB Power Outlet R A Sense Charger 300 Rear Sunshade Charger 300 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 555 ...

Page 558: ...or keep it out of service e g vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes 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 of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types Aluminum base bulb...

Page 559: ... Reading Lamps 578 Visor Vanity Lamps A6220 Glove Compartment Lamp If Equipped 194 Door Courtesy 562 Shift Indicator Lamp JKLE14140 Optional Door Map Pocket Cupholder LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer For lighted switches see your authorized dealer for replacement instructions 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 557 ...

Page 560: ...ler Front Fog Lamp If Equipped LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer Front Sidemarker Lamp LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer Rear Tail Stop Turn Lamp LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer Rear Sidemarker Lamp LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer Backup Lamp LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer Center High Mount Stop Lamp CHMSL LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer License LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer Rear Fog ...

Page 561: ...dlamp bulb yourself If a headlamp bulb fails take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service WARNING A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned ON It may cause serious electrical shock or electro cution if not serviced properly See your authorized dealer for service NOTE On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps when the headlamps ar...

Page 562: ...he headlamp bulb cap in the headlamp hous ing and rotate it clockwise to lock it CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol Front Turn Signal Lamps 1 Open the hood NOTE Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be necessary prior to replacing bulbs in...

Page 563: ...r Side Marker Lamp The Side Markers use LED lamps that are not serviceable separately The Side Markers must be replaced as an assembly see your authorized dealer Rear Backup Lamp And Turn Signal Lamps The Rear Backup and Turn Signal Lamp use LED sources that are not serviceable separately The Rear Lamps must be replaced as an assembly please see your authorized dealer License Lamp The License Lamp...

Page 564: ...lex Fuel E 85 Engine 18 5 Gallons 69 9 Liters Engine Oil With Filter SAE 5W 20 API Certified 6 Quarts 5 6 Liters Cooling System MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 10 Quarts 9 5 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 565: ...6 6 Liters Cooling System MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula or equivalent without Severe Duty II Cooling System 14 5 Quarts 13 9 Liters MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula or equivalent with Severe Duty II Cooling System 15 Quarts 14 3 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563 ...

Page 566: ...lant antifreeze is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency the cooling system will need to be drained flushed and refilled with fresh Continued CAUTION Continued OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 by an au thorized dealer as soon as possible Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may n...

Page 567: ...En gine Oil meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil and Shell Helix Refer to your engine oil filler cap for cor rect SAE grade Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a MOPAR Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs Fuel Selection 3 6L Engine 87 Octane 0 15 Ethanol Fuel Selection 3 6L Flex Fuel E 85 Engine 87 Octane Up to 85 Ethan...

Page 568: ...ertified SAE 5W 20 En gine Oil meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil and Shell Helix Refer to your engine oil filler cap for cor rect SAE grade Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a MOPAR Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs Fuel Selection 5 7L Engine 89 Octane Recommended 87 Octane Acceptable 0 15 Ethanol 566 MAINTAININ...

Page 569: ...ce of your transmission Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Front Axle We recommend you use MOPAR Synthetic Gear Lu bricant SAE 75W90 API GL 5 Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR OD Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W85 API GL 5 Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR Transfer Case Lubri cant for BorgWar...

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Page 571: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 570 Maintenance Chart 572 8 ...

Page 572: ...km since last reset Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 500 miles 805 km The Oil Change Required message will be displayed in the DID and a single chime will sound indicating that an oil change is necessary Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other t...

Page 573: ... brake master cylinder and power steering if equipped and fill as needed Check function of all interior and exterior lights Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System Change oil and filter Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregular...

Page 574: ...240 000 Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints X X X X X Inspect front suspension tie rod ends boot seals and replace if necessary X X X X X X X Inspect the rear axle fluid Inspect the front axle fluid All Wheel Drive Only X X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings replace as necessary X X X X X X X Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes X X X X X X X Inspect transfe...

Page 575: ...lugs X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever comes first X X Inspect the transfer case fluid Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet off road or fre quent trailer towing All Wheel Drive Only X X Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel Drive AWD change the front axle flu...

Page 576: ...ice work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve hicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 574 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 577: ...SSISTANCE 577 FCA US LLC Customer Center 578 FCA Canada Inc Customer Center 578 In Mexico Contact 579 Puerto Rico And U S Virgin Islands 579 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 579 Service Contract 579 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION 581 䡵 MOPAR PARTS 581 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 581 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 581 In Canada 581 䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 582 9 ...

Page 578: ...䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 583 Treadwear 583 Traction Grades 584 Temperature Grades 584 576 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 579: ...ests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the 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...

Page 580: ...assistance If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the con cern you may contact the manufacturer s customer center Any communication 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 dealer name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage FCA US LLC Customer Cente...

Page 581: ...Deaf equipment at its customer center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada For TTY teletypewriter users dial 711 and fo...

Page 582: ...rvice after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires please refer to the contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased the vehicle An authorized dealer has also made a major investment in facilities tools and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience ...

Page 583: ...e manufacturer If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1...

Page 584: ...n ing servicing and repairing FCA US LLC vehicles A complete working knowledge of the vehicle system and or components is written in straightforward lan guage with illustrations diagrams and charts Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams charts and detailed illustrations These practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix pro...

Page 585: ...wall of the tires on your vehicle All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear 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...

Page 586: ...s ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause 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 vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety ...

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Page 588: ...ent Response 72 Event Data Recorder EDR 75 Front Air Bag 61 If A Deployment Occurs 70 Knee Impact Bolsters 65 Maintaining Your Air Bag System 74 Redundant Air Bag Warning Light 74 Side Air Bags 65 Transporting Pets 95 Air Bag Deployment 61 Air Bag Light 72 99 271 Air Bag Maintenance 74 Air Cleaner Engine Engine Air Cleaner Filter 516 Air Conditioner Maintenance 518 Air Conditioning 340 Air Conditi...

Page 589: ...System Security Alarm 19 Assist Hill Start 406 Auto Down Power Windows 42 Automatic Door Locks 33 34 Automatic Headlights 151 Automatic High Beams 152 Automatic Temperature Control ATC 339 340 347 Automatic Transmission 383 535 Adding Fluid 535 564 567 Fluid And Filter Changes 535 Fluid Change 535 Fluid Level Check 533 534 Fluid Type 564 567 Gear Ranges 385 Special Additives 534 Autostick Operatio...

Page 590: ...System Electronic 402 Brake Fluid 564 567 Brake Parking 399 Brakes 401 Brake System 401 531 Fluid Check 532 564 567 Master Cylinder 532 Parking 399 Warning Light 272 401 Brake Transmission Interlock 383 Brightness Interior Lights 160 Bulb Replacement 556 559 Bulbs Light 101 556 Camera Rear 227 Capacities Fluid 562 Caps Filler Oil Engine 514 Radiator Coolant Pressure 529 Carbon Monoxide Warning 97 ...

Page 591: ...ble Child Restraint 88 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children 83 Older Children And Child Restraints 79 Seating Positions 82 Child Safety Locks 34 Clean Air Gasoline 450 Cleaning Wheels 538 Climate Control 339 Automatic 339 Clock 315 Coin Holder 253 Cold Weather Operation 379 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 338 Compact Spare Tire 434 Connector UCI 336 Universal Consumer Interface UCI 336 Console Floor...

Page 592: ...Data Recorder Event 75 Daytime Brightness Interior Lights 161 Daytime Running Lights 154 Dealer Service 510 Deck Lid Emergency Release 46 Deck Lid Power Release 45 Defroster Rear Window 259 Defroster Windshield 99 Delay Intermittent Wipers 162 Diagnostic System Onboard 507 Dimmer Switch Headlight 157 Dipsticks Oil Engine 512 Disabled Vehicle Towing 499 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 529 Door A...

Page 593: ...ke Control System 402 Anti Lock Brake System 403 Electronic Roll Mitigation 414 Traction Control System 409 Electronic Power Distribution Center Fuses 544 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 172 173 176 Electronic Stability Control ESC 409 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light 278 Emergency Deck Lid Release 46 Emergency In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck 495 Hazard Warning Flasher 478 J...

Page 594: ...515 Oil Selection 513 562 Oil Synthetic 515 Overheating 478 Starting 376 Engine Oil Viscosity 514 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 514 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 72 Entry System Illuminated 21 Ethanol 450 454 Event Data Recorder 75 Exhaust Gas Caution 97 453 Exhaust System 97 523 Exterior Folding Mirrors 117 Exterior Lighting 150 Exterior Lights 101 Filters Air Cleaner 516 Air Conditioning 349 5...

Page 595: ...hecks 536 Automatic Transmission 534 Brake 532 Cooling System 525 Engine Oil 512 Transfer Case 535 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 564 Fog Lights 155 282 Folding Rear Seat 142 Forward Collision Warning 203 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 495 Fuel 449 Additives 452 Clean Air 450 Ethanol 450 454 Gasoline 449 Gauge 290 Materials Added 452 Methanol 450 Octane Rating 449 564 565 566 Requirements 449 Specif...

Page 596: ...ough Flowing Rising Or Shallow Standing Water 395 Hazard Warning Flasher 478 Headlights 559 Automatic 151 Cleaning 541 Delay 152 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 157 Lights On Reminder 154 On With Wipers 151 164 Passing 157 Switch 150 Time Delay 152 Washers 522 Headlight Washers 522 Head Restraints 139 141 Head Rests 139 141 Heated Mirrors 120 Heated Seats 135 Heater Engine Block 380 High Beam Low...

Page 597: ...s 159 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 162 Introduction 4 iPod USB MP3 Control 336 Jacking Instructions 484 Jack Location 481 Jack Operation 481 484 Jump Starting 491 493 Key Fob 13 Arm The Alarm 20 Lock The Doors 23 Panic Alarm 24 Programming Additional Key Fobs 18 25 Programming Additional Transmitters 18 25 Remote Battery Replacement 25 Towing 502 Unlatch The Trunk 24 Unlock The Doors 22 Key In...

Page 598: ...Latches 101 Hood 148 Lead Free Gasoline 449 Leaks Fluid 101 Life Of Tires 437 Light Bulbs 101 556 Lights 101 150 Air Bag 72 99 271 Automatic Headlights 151 Brake Assist Warning 413 Brake Warning 272 401 Bulb Replacement 559 Cruise 297 298 299 Daytime Running 154 Dimmer Switch Headlight 156 157 Engine Temperature Warning 275 Exterior 101 Fog 155 282 Hazard Warning Flasher 478 Headlights 150 559 Hea...

Page 599: ...Alarm 274 Service 556 559 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 287 442 Traction Control 413 Turn Signal 101 156 296 Vanity Mirror 120 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 275 296 Loading Vehicle 460 462 Capacities 462 Tires 422 Load Leveling System 261 Load Shed Battery Saver Mode 310 Battery Saver On 310 Electrical Load Reduction 310 Intelligent Battery Sensor 310 Locks 31 Automatic Door 33 Auto Unloc...

Page 600: ...l 450 Mirrors 110 Electric Powered 119 Electric Remote 119 Exterior Folding 117 Heated 120 Outside 117 Rearview 110 Vanity 120 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 442 MOPAR Parts 510 581 MTBE ETBE 450 Multi Function Control Lever 156 New Vehicle Break In Period 96 Occupant Restraints 47 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 449 564 565 566 Oil Engine 302 512 564 565 566 Capacity...

Page 601: ... 4 Outside Rearview Mirrors 117 Overheating Engine 478 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 4 582 Paddle Shifters 390 Paddle Shift Mode 390 Paint Care 536 Panic Alarm 24 Parking Brake 399 ParkSense System Rear 214 Passing Light 157 Passive Entry 35 Pedals Adjustable 170 Personalized Menu Bar 351 Pets 95 Placard Tire And Loading Information 423 Power Brakes 401 Deck Lid Release 45 Distribution Center Fus...

Page 602: ...ming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 22 Radial Ply Tires 430 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 529 Radio Frequency General Information 16 19 26 30 40 Radio Operation 339 Radio Remote Controls 337 Radio Sound Systems 335 Rain Sensitive Wiper System 165 Rear Axle Differential 536 Rear Camera 227 Rear Cupholder 251 Rear ParkSense System 214 Rear Seat Folding 142 Rear Wheel Drive Towing 501 Rear Win...

Page 603: ...5 Unlatch The Trunk 24 Unlock The Doors 22 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 337 Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode 29 How To Use Remote Start 27 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle 29 Uconnect Customer Programmable Features 331 Uconnect Settings 331 Remote Starting System 27 Remote Trunk Release 45 Replacement Bulbs 556 Replacement Keys 18 Replacement Parts 510 Replacement Tires ...

Page 604: ...oulder Belt Operation 53 Lap Shoulder Belts 50 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting 55 Pregnant Women 57 Seat Belt Extender 56 Seat Belt Pretensioner 58 Seat Belt Reminder 49 Seat Belt System 47 Seat Belt Maintenance 542 Seat Belt Reminder 49 Seat Belts 48 98 Adjustable Shoulder Belt 55 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 55 Child Restraint 76 Extender 56 Front Seat 48 50 53 Inspection 98 Operating Instru...

Page 605: ... Programming 18 Sentry Key Immobilizer 17 Sentry Key Replacement 18 Service Assistance 577 Service Contract 579 Service Manuals 582 Setting The Clock 315 Shifting 381 Automatic Transmission 381 383 Shoulder Belts 50 Side View Mirror Adjustment 117 Signals Turn 101 156 296 Snow Chains Tire Chains 439 Snow Tires 432 Spare Tire 433 434 435 481 Spark Plugs 564 565 566 Specifications Fuel Gasoline 564 ...

Page 606: ...mn 166 167 Wheel Heated 169 Wheel Tilt 166 167 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 337 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 337 Storage 556 Storage Vehicle 348 556 Storing Your Vehicle 556 Stuck Freeing 495 Sunglasses Storage 232 Sun Roof 241 Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag 61 Synthetic Engine Oil 515 System Remote Starting 27 Telescoping Steering Column 166 167 Temperature Control Automat...

Page 607: ...res 437 Load Capacity 422 424 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 442 Pressure Warning Light 287 Quality Grading 583 Radial 430 Replacement 437 490 Rotation 441 Safety 416 427 Sizes 417 Snow Tires 432 Spare Tire 433 435 481 Spinning 436 Trailer Towing 470 Tread Wear Indicators 436 Wheel Mounting 490 Tire Safety Information 416 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 467 To Open Hood 148 Towing 463 Disabled Vehicle ...

Page 608: ...4 567 Maintenance 533 Shifting 381 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 25 Transmitter Programming Remote Keyless Entry 22 25 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE 22 Transporting Pets 95 Tread Wear Indicators 436 Trunk Lid Deck Lid 45 46 Trunk Release Emergency 46 Trunk Release Remote Control 45 Turn Signals 156 296 UCI Connector 336 Uconnect Customer Programmable Features 331 Operatio...

Page 609: ...icle Certification Label 461 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Loading 424 460 462 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Security Alarm Security Alarm 19 Vehicle Storage 348 556 Viscosity Engine Oil 514 Voice Recognition System VR 351 Warning Flasher Hazard 478 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 286 Warnings And Cautions 6 Warranty Information 581 Washer Adding Fluid 522...

Page 610: ...Auto Up 43 Wind Buffeting 44 Windshield Defroster 99 Windshield Washers 162 163 Fluid 522 Windshield Wiper Blades 522 Windshield Wipers 162 Wiper Blade Replacement 522 Wipers Intermittent 162 Wipers Rain Sensitive 165 608 INDEX ...

Page 611: ...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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