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What is the weight limit (child’s

weight of the child

restraint) for using the LATCH
anchorage system to attach the

child restraint?

65 lbs (29.5 kg)

Use the LATCH anchorage system

until the combined weight of the

child and the child restraint is

65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt

and tether anchor instead of the

LATCH system once the combined

weight is more than 65 lbs

(29.5 kg).

Can the LATCH anchorages and

the seat belt be used together to

attach a rear-facing or forward-

facing child restraint?

Do not use the seat belt when you

use the LATCH anchorage system
to attach a rear-facing or forward-

facing child restraint.

Can a child seat be installed in the

center position using the inner

LATCH lower anchorages?

N/A

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for 300 2013

Page 1: ...300 O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 3 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 2: ... manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation ...

Page 3: ...ING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 463 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 545 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 553 10 INDEX 563 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 4: ...I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 5: ...NTRODUCTION 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 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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

Page 7: ...1 INTRODUCTION 5 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 8: ...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 identification number VIN is also loca...

Page 9: ...ATIONS 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 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 10: ...I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 11: ...mming 17 General Information 17 䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM IF EQUIPPED 17 Rearming Of The System 18 To Arm The System 18 To Disarm The System 19 Security System Manual Override 20 䡵 ILLUMINATED ENTRY IF EQUIPPED 20 䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE 21 To Unlock The Doors 21 To Lock The Doors 22 To Unlatch The Trunk 23 Using The Panic Alarm 23 Programming Additional Transmitters 23 2 I n f o r ma t i o nP r...

Page 12: ...ng 41 䡵 TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE 41 䡵 TRUNK SAFETY WARNING 42 Trunk Emergency Release 43 䡵 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS 43 Lap Shoulder Belts 47 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure 52 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions 53 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped 53 Energy Management Feature 54 Seat Belt Pretensioner 55 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert威 55 Seat Belts And Preg...

Page 13: ...rder EDR 71 Child Restraints 72 䡵 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 93 䡵 SAFETY TIPS 94 Transporting Passengers 94 Exhaust Gas 95 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 96 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 98 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 14: ...E transmitter is in the passenger compartment The Keyless Ignition Node KIN has four 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 RUN will illuminate NOTE In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button the RKE transmitter Key Fob may have a low or dead ...

Page 15: ... key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead The emergency key is also for locking the glove box You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking Keyless Ignition Node KIN 1 OFF 2 ACC ACCESSORY 3 ON RUN 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 16: ...cle the ignition to OFF In addition to the chime the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster NOTE With the Uconnect威 system the power window switches radio power sunroof if equipped and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time for this feature is programmab...

Page 17: ...mals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death CAUTION An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves Always remove the Key Fob from vehicle cycle the ignition OFF and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended SENTRY KEY姞 The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system prevents unauthor ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not...

Page 18: ...he Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Replacement Keys NOTE Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle CAUTION Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicl...

Page 19: ...SS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause unde sired operation VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the Keyless Enter N Go Start Stop button ...

Page 20: ...For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter N Go make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter N Go make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF and the key is physically removed from the ignition 2 Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle Press LOCK on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and or passenger door open Press the ...

Page 21: ... door key cylinder and the trunk button on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed the interior power door lock switches will not unlock the doors The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle however you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm If one of the previ ously described arming...

Page 22: ...Entry RKE transmitter to unlock the doors or open any door This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the outside mirrors if equipped Refer to Mirrors in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for fur ther information The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition is cycled to the ON RUN position from the OFF position ...

Page 23: ...at speeds 5 mph 8 km h and above disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit ter buttons for all RKE transmitters To Unlock The Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver s door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal The illuminated entry system will also turn on...

Page 24: ...ent Panel for further in formation Turn Headlights On With Remote Key Unlock This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped through Uconnect威 To change the current setting refer to Uconnect威 Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information To Lock T...

Page 25: ...ights 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 pressing the PANIC button a second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph 24 km h or greater NOTE The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition switch to the ACC or ON RUN position while the Panic Alarm is activat...

Page 26: ...cuit board 1 Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand 2 Insert the tip of the emergency key or a 2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the seal during removal Emergency Key Removal 24 THINGS TO...

Page 27: ...and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment If your RKE t...

Page 28: ...uctions between the vehicle and the 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 Shift lever in PARK Doors closed Hood closed Trunk closed HAZARD switch off BRAKE switch inactive brake pedal not pressed Battery at an acceptable charge level RKE PANIC button not pressed System not disabled from previous remote ...

Page 29: ...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 Start Vehicle To Reset The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is cycled to the ON RUN position To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds The vehicle d...

Page 30: ...one time press of the REMOTE START button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Before the end of 15 minute cycle press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm if equipped Then prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle press and release the START STOP button N...

Page 31: ... unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A ...

Page 32: ...ccidentally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle Cycling the ignition to 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 Key Fob Automatic Door Locks If Equipped The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled When enabled the door locks will lock automatica...

Page 33: ...efer to Uconnect威 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 Protect...

Page 34: ...nually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position roll down the window and open the door using the outside door handle KEYLESS ENTER N GO The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle s Remote Keyless Entry RKE system and a feature of Keyless Enter N Go This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle s door s without having to press the RKE transmitter lock or unlock butt...

Page 35: ...ed by the Passive Entry Door Handle and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds the vehicle will re lock and if equipped will arm the theft alarm To Unlock From The Driver s Side With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft 1 5 m of the driver 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 i...

Page 36: ...king Of Passive Entry RKE Transmitter In Vehicle To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle the Passive Entry system is equipped with an automatic door unlock feature which will function if the ignition switch is in the OFF position If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle once all open...

Page 37: ...e Passive Entry door handles The doors are manually locked using the door lock knobs There is a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter outside the vehicle and within 5 ft 1 5 m of either Passive Entry door handle 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 transmitter within 3 ft 1 0 m of the deck lid...

Page 38: ... 3 ft 1 0 m of the deck lid To Lock The Vehicle s Doors With one of the vehicle s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft 1 5 m of the driver or passenger front door handles press the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors Do NOT grab the door handle when pressing the door handle lock button This could unlock the door s Press The Button On The Door Handle To Lock 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFOR...

Page 39: ...pulling the door handle without the vehicle reacting and unlocking The Passive Entry system will not operate if the RKE transmitter battery is dead The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the RKE transmitter lock button or the lock button located on the vehicle s interior door panel DO NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 I n f o r ma t i o n...

Page 40: ...the ACC or ON RUN position NOTE For vehicles equipped with the Uconnect威 the power window switches will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time is programmable Refer to Uconnect威 Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further in formation Power Window Switches 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFO...

Page 41: ...itch to the second detent release and the window will go down automatically To open the window part way press 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 Lift the window switch to the second dete...

Page 42: ...ould the Auto Up feature stop working the window probably needs to be reset To reset Auto Up 1 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 2 Push the window switch down firmly to the second detent to open the window completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds a...

Page 43: ...oof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open then open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sun roof opening to minimize the buffeting TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE The trunk lid can be released from inside th...

Page 44: ...ce the trunk is closed With the ignition in the OFF position the Trunk Open symbol will display until the trunk is closed Refer to Keyless Enter N Go in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for more information on trunk operation with the Passive Entry feature TRUNK SAFETY WARNING WARNING Do not allow children to have access to the trunk either by climbing into the trunk from outside or thr...

Page 45: ...our vehicle are the restraint systems Three point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and all passengers Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passenger Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC for the driver and passengers seated next to a window Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB An energy absorbing steering column and steering w...

Page 46: ...factors including the severity and type of collision Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag 1 Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat WARNING Infants in rear facing child restraints should never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger Ad vanced Front Air Bag An air bag deployment can cause seve...

Page 47: ...r vehicle has Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC or Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB and if deployment occurs the SABIC and SAB air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door 5 If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person contact the Customer Center Phone numbers are provided under ⴖIf You Need Ass...

Page 48: ...d others in your vehicle are buckled up properly Continued WARNING Continued Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC and or Seat Mounted Side Air Bag SAB during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that include...

Page 49: ...t equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse ...

Page 50: ...their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the front seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap Pulling Out The Lap Shoulder Belt Latch Plate 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTIN...

Page 51: ...e too high on your body possibly causing internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A belt that is too loose will not protect you prop erly In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly Continued Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v ...

Page 52: ...l not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up a bit on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch plate and p...

Page 53: ... red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi tion If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays or loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disasse...

Page 54: ...Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt 1 Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point 2 At about 6 to 12 in 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded ...

Page 55: ...fortably wrap around the occupant s mid section so as to not activate the ALR If the ALR is activated you will hear a ratcheting sound as the belt retracts Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort ably wrap around the occupant s mid section Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Automatic ...

Page 56: ...ergency locking mode WARNING The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor ALR feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Energy Management Feature This vehicle...

Page 57: ...ced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert姞 BeltAlert威 is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert威 to fasten their seat belts The feature is active whenever the ignition is on If the driver or front seat passenger is unbelted the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are fastened The BeltAlert...

Page 58: ...s or front passenger if equipped with BeltAlert威 seat belt remains unfastened Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not com...

Page 59: ... systems The driver s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers In addition the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column Advanced Fr...

Page 60: ...tened The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window The SABIC air bags are located above the side windows and their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat Mou...

Page 61: ...sioners Seat Belt Buckle Switch and Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC which may receive information from the front impact sensors The first stage inflator i...

Page 62: ... air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating Do not drill cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights stereos citizen band radios etc Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side ...

Page 63: ...by the body structure Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The curtains deploy downward covering both windows on the impact side NOTE Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during air bag deployment Being too close to the side air bags during deploymen...

Page 64: ... to the seat belt restraint system Occupants including children who are up against or very close to SAB or SABIC air bags can be seriously injured or killed Occupants especially chil dren should not lean on or sleep against the door side windows or area where the SAB or SABIC air bags inflate even if they are in an infant or child restraint Always sit upright as possible with your back against the...

Page 65: ...l electronic ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags SABIC air bags SAB Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag and front seat belt pretensioners as required depending on several factors including the severity and type of impact Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag are designed to provide additional protec tion by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collision...

Page 66: ...C position the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment Also the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approxi mately four to eight seconds for a self check when the ignition is first turned on After...

Page 67: ...ation rates are possible based on several factors including the collision type and severity The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size The air bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes The air bags then quickly deflat...

Page 68: ...e seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door The SAB fully inflate in about 10 milliseconds The side air bag moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates This especially applies to children Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Inflato...

Page 69: ...f an impact causing air bag deployment if the communication network remains intact and the power remains intact depending on the nature of the event the ORC will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow ing functions Cut off fuel to the engine Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is turned off Turn on the interior ...

Page 70: ...al quickly However if you haven t healed significantly within a few days or if you have any blistering see your doctor immediately As the air bags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the non toxic gas used for air bag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irr...

Page 71: ... when you need it You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper vehicle body structure or add aftermarket side steps or running boards It is dangerous to try to repair any ...

Page 72: ...uthorized dealer Air Bag Warning Light You will want to have the air bags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision The Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components 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 ...

Page 73: ...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 to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver ...

Page 74: ...e 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 be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat ...

Page 75: ...eb site for additional information http www tc gc ca eng roadsafety safedrivers childsafety index 53 htm WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child can become a projectile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child no matter how strong you are The child and others could be badly injured Any child riding in your...

Page 76: ...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 ve hicle seat belt seated in the rear seat of the vehicle Children To...

Page 77: ...nt carrier but are still less than at least two years old Children should remain rearward facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat WARNING Never place a rear facing infant seat 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 rearward facing...

Page 78: ...lt positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the seat belt WARNING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the child restraint manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle ...

Page 79: ...s the shoulder belt cross the child s shoulder between their neck and arm 4 Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible touching the child 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 belt fit...

Page 80: ...t 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 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 81: ...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 install the child res...

Page 82: ...For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 83: ...tead of the LATCH system once the combined weight is more than 65 lbs 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 anchorage system to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint Can a child seat be installed in the center position using the inner LATCH low...

Page 84: ...next to a child seat using the LATCH anchorages in an outboard position Can the rear facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat Yes The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact See your child restraint owner s manual for more information Can the head restraints be removed Yes center position only 82 THI...

Page 85: ... into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along gap between the seatback and seat cushion Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear LATCH Anchorages 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 I n f o r ma t i...

Page 86: ...he 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 outboard position do not use that outboard position If a child seat in the center position blocks the outboard LATCH anchors or seat belt do not install a child seat in that outboard posit...

Page 87: ...orages 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 4 Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat ing position 5 If the child restraint has a tether strap connect it to the top tether anchorage See the section Installing Child Restraints Using the...

Page 88: ... the seatbelt Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with them WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re straint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the child restraint manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child...

Page 89: ... Automatic Locking Mode description un der Occupant Restraints The cinching latch plate is designed to hold the lap portion of the seatbelt tight when webbing is pulled tight and straight through a child restraint s belt path Please see the table below and the following sections for more information about both types of seat belts Lap Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Ve...

Page 90: ...the back of the front passenger seat Yes Contact between the front passenger seat and the child restraint is al lowed if the child restraint manu facturer also allows contact Can the head restraints be removed Yes center position only Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the seat belt against the belt path of the child restraint Yes In positions with cinching latch plates CINCH the buckle st...

Page 91: ...actor Then allow the webbing to retract back into the retractor As the webbing retracts you will hear a clicking sound This means the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode 6 Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor If it is locked you should not be able to pull out any web bing If the retractor is not locked repeat step 5 7 Finally pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap port...

Page 92: ...restraint Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt path 3 Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click 4 Finally pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle seat 5 If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage connect...

Page 93: ...sert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still cannot make the child restraint installation tight try a different seating position Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage 1 Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage If t...

Page 94: ... and between the two posts If not possible lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint Adjustable Headrest Release Push Button Adjustable Headrest Downward Position 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 95: ...ut and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain transmission and axle in your vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial ...

Page 96: ... operations will occur For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle CAUTION Never use Non Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result NOTE A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not interprete...

Page 97: ...g 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 closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area If you are requir...

Page 98: ...ach 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 belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision Rear seat belt assemblies must be rep...

Page 99: ...vehicle in other ways WARNING Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per sonal injury Always make sure that floor mats are properly attached to the floor mat fasteners Never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and interfer ing with the pedals or the...

Page 100: ... properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the vehicle Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall Inspect the tread for cuts...

Page 101: ...k for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected the cause should be located and corrected immediately 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 102: ...I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 103: ...de Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach Lighting If Equipped 109 Tilt Mirrors In Reverse If Equipped 110 Power Mirrors 111 Power Folding Outside Mirrors If Equipped 111 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 112 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 112 Slide On Rod And Extender Features Of Sun Visor 113 䡵 BLIND SPOT MONITORING IF EQUIPPED 114 Rear Cross Path 120 Modes Of Operation 121 3 I n f o r ma t i o ...

Page 104: ...oice Commands 162 䡵 SEATS 173 Power Seats 173 Power Lumbar If Equipped 176 Heated Seats If Equipped 177 Ventilated Seats If Equipped 180 Head Restraints 182 Folding Rear Seat 184 䡵 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT IF EQUIPPED 186 Programming The Memory Feature 187 Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory 188 Memory Position Recall 188 Easy Entry Exit Seat Available With Memory Seat O...

Page 105: ... 195 Daytime Running Lights DRL 195 Lights On Reminder 196 Fog Lights If Equipped 196 Multifunction Lever 197 Turn Signals 198 Lane Change Assist 198 High Low Beam Switch 198 Flash To Pass 198 Front Map Reading Lights 199 Courtesy Lights 254 Ambient Light 200 Interior Lights 201 䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS 203 Intermittent Wiper System 204 Wiper Operation 204 Mist Feature 205 Windshield Washer...

Page 106: ...ROL IF EQUIPPED 214 To Activate 215 To Set A Desired Speed 216 To Deactivate 216 To Resume Speed 216 To Vary The Speed Setting 216 To Accelerate For Passing 217 䡵 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ACC IF EQUIPPED 217 Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Operation 220 Activating Adaptive Cruise Control ACC 221 To Activate 222 To Set A Desired ACC Speed 223 To Cancel 224 To Turn Off 225 To Resume Speed 225 To Vary The...

Page 107: ... Park Assist Audible Alerts 247 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense威 247 Service The ParkSense威 Park Assist System 248 Cleaning The ParkSense威 System 249 ParkSense威 System Usage Precautions 249 䡵 PARKVIEW威 REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED 251 Turning ParkView威 On Or Off With Touch Screen Radio 253 䡵 OVERHEAD CONSOLE 253 Front Map Reading Lights 254 Courtesy Lights 254 Sunglasses Bin Door 255 䡵 GARAGE ...

Page 108: ... Pinch Protect Feature 271 Venting Sunroof Express 267 Sunshade Operation 267 Wind Buffeting 267 Sunroof Maintenance 267 Ignition OFF Operation 267 䡵 COMMANDVIEW威 SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE IF EQUIPPED 268 Opening Sunroof Express 269 Opening Sunroof Manual Mode 269 Closing Sunroof Express 269 Closing Sunroof Manual Mode 270 Opening Power Shade Express 270 Opening Power Shade Manual Mode 270 Closing ...

Page 109: ...e 280 Console Features 280 Door Storage 282 Rear Seat Armrest Storage If Equipped 282 Cargo Area Vehicles Equipped with 60 40 Split Folding Rear Seat 283 䡵 CARGO AREA FEATURES 285 Trunk Mat If Equipped 285 Grocery Bag Hooks 285 Cargo Net for versions markets where provided 286 䡵 REAR WINDOW FEATURES 286 Rear Window Defroster 286 Power Sunshade If Equipped 287 䡵 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 289...

Page 110: ...icle is moving in reverse NOTE This feature is disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Automatic Dimming Mirror 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 111: ...x mirror Outside Mirrors Folding Feature If Equipped Some models have outside mirrors that are hinged The hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to resist damage The hinge has three detent positions full forward full rearward and normal Driver s Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped This feature is controlled by the inside automatic dim ming mirror and will automatically adjust for h...

Page 112: ...he shift lever is moved out of the PARK position Tilt Mirrors In Reverse If Equipped Tilt Mirrors in Reverse provides automatic outside mirror positioning which will aid the driver s view of the ground rearward of the front doors The outside mirrors will move slightly downward from the present position when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE The outside mirrors will then return to the original po...

Page 113: ...nd can be adjusted Using the mirror control switch press on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Memory Seat Feature Refer to Driver Memory Seat in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information Power Folding Outside Mirrors If Equipped The switch for the power folding mirr...

Page 114: ...ed These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster Refer to Rear Window Features in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for fur ther information Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor To use the mirror rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward...

Page 115: ...arallel to the side window grabbing the sun visor with your left hand 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 Slide On Rod Feature 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 116: ...ear 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 BSM Warning Light 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES...

Page 117: ... 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 beyond the side of y...

Page 118: ...ing 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 issue an alert during these types of zone entries Entering From The Sid...

Page 119: ...km h Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly with a relative speed of less than 10 mph 16 km h and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1 5 seconds the warning light will be illuminated If the difference in speed Side Monitoring Rear Monitoring 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 120: ...e 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 Overtaking Passing 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 121: ...t alert you of objects that are traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes Stationary Objects Opposing Traffic 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 122: ...out of parking spaces where their 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 the cross traffic and if an oncoming vehicle is detected alert the driver RCP monitors the rear detection zones on both sides of the vehicle for objects that are moving toward t...

Page 123: ...e backing up Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death Modes Of Operation Three selectable modes of operation are available in the Uconnect威 System Refer to Uconnect威 Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further in formation Blind Spot Alert When operating in Blind Spot Alert mode the BSM system will provide a visual alert in the appropriate side view mirror based on a ...

Page 124: ...sent Whenever an audible alert is requested the radio is also muted Turn hazard signal status is ignored the RCP state always requests the chime Blind Spot Alert Off When the BSM system is turned off there will be no visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP systems NOTE The BSM system will store the current operating mode when the vehicle is shut off Each time the vehicle is started the...

Page 125: ...th s Mobile Redialing last dialed numbers Redial Calling Back the last incoming call number Call Back View Call logs on screen Show incoming calls Show Outgoing calls Show missed Calls Show Recent Calls Searching Contacts phone number Search for John Smith Mobile Screen Activated Features Dialing via Keypad using touch screen Viewing and Calling contacts from Phonebooks dis played on the touch scr...

Page 126: ...and enables you to mute the system s microphone for private conversation WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable laws including laws regarding phone use All atten tion should be focused on safely operating the ve hicle Failure to do so may result in an accident causing serious injury or death The Uconnect威 Phone is driven through y...

Page 127: ...send Tones or make another call The button is also used to access the Voice Com mands for the Uconnect威 Voice Command features if your vehicle is equipped Please see the Uconnect威 Voice Command section for direction on how to use the button The Uconnect威 Phone is fully integrated with the vehicles audio system The volume of the Uconnect威 Phone can be adjusted either from the radio volume control k...

Page 128: ...rts and say each part of the command when you are asked for it For example you can use the compound command form voice command Search for John Smith or you can break the compound command form into two voice commands Search Contact and when asked John Smith Please remember the Uconnect威 Phone works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone as if speaking to someone sitting a few feet meter...

Page 129: ...pt or if you want to know your options at any prompt say Help following the beep To activate the Uconnect威 Phone from idle simply press the button and say a command or say help All Uconnect威 Phone sessions begin with a press of the button on the radio control head Cancel Command At any prompt after the beep you can say Cancel and you will be returned to the main menu You can also press the or butt...

Page 130: ...ey on the screen to begin 2 If there is no phone currently connected with the system a pop up will appear 3 Select Yes to begin the pairing process Then search for available devices on your Bluetooth威 enabled mobile phone When prompted on the phone enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect威 screen If No is selected touch the Settings soft key from the Uconnect威 Phone main screen Touch the Add D...

Page 131: ...e Selecting Yes will make this phone the highest priority This phone will take precedence over other paired phones within range Pair Additional Mobile Phones Touch the Settings soft key from the Phone main screen Next touch the Phone Bluetooth威 soft key Touch the Add Device soft key Search for available devices on your Bluetooth威 en abled mobile phone When prompted on the phone enter the name and ...

Page 132: ...y the order in which it was paired The latest phone paired will have the higher priority You can also use the following VR commands to bring up the Paired Phone screen from any screen on the radio Show Paired Phones or Connect My Phone Pair A Bluetooth威 Streaming Audio Device Touch the Player or Media soft key to begin Change the Source to Bluetooth威 Touch the Bluetooth威 soft key to display the Pa...

Page 133: ... not made a favorite the device priority is determined by the order in which it was paired The latest device paired will have the higher priority You can also use the following VR command to bring up a list of paired audio devices Show Paired Audio Devices Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device Uconnect威 Phone will automatically connect to the high est priority paired phone and or...

Page 134: ...evice name for a different Phone or Audio Device than the currently connected device The options pop up will be displayed Touch the Delete Device soft key Touch the X to exit out of the Settings screen Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite Touch the Settings soft key Touch the Phone Bluetooth威 soft key Touch the soft key located to the right of the device name The options pop up will be displa...

Page 135: ... to the Uconnect威 Phone for example after you start the vehicle A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down loaded and updated every time a phone is connected to the Uconnect威 Phone Depending on the maximum number of entries down loaded there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used Until then if avail able the previously downloaded phonebook is avail able for use O...

Page 136: ...mber Touch the next to the selected number to display the options pop up In the pop up select Add to Favorites NOTE If the Favorites list is full you will be asked to remove an existing favorite 3 From the Phone main screen select phonebook From the phonebook screen select the Favorites soft key and then select the soft key located to the right of the phonebook record Select an empty entry and tou...

Page 137: ...ove A Favorite To remove a Favorite select phonebook from the Phone main screen Next select Favorites on the left side of the screen and then touch the Options soft key Touch the next to the Favorite you would like to remove The Options pop up will display touch Remove from Favs 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 138: ...om of the list to locate the Emergency and Towing Favorites Touch the Options soft key Touch the next to appropriate Favorite that is to be altered The Options pop up will appear and you can choose between Editing the number or resetting the number to default Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect威 Phone if the feature s are available and supported by Bluet...

Page 139: ...Recent Call Log SMS Message Viewer NOTE All of the above operations except Redial can be done with 1 call or less active Dial By Saying A Number Press the button to begin After the Listening prompt and the following beep say Dial 248 555 1212 The Uconnect威 Phone will dial the number 248 555 1212 Call By Saying A Phonebook Name Press the button to begin After the Listening prompt and the following ...

Page 140: ... Touch the Phone soft key Touch the Dial soft key The Touch Tone screen will be displayed Use the numbered soft keys to enter the number and touch Call To send a touch tone using Voice Recognition VR press the button while in a call and say Send 1234 or you can say Send Voicemail Password if Voicemail password is stored in your mobile phonebook 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f ...

Page 141: ...ng calls will be displayed You can also press the button and say Show my recent calls from any screen and the All calls screen will be displayed NOTE Incoming can also be replaced with Outgoing Recent or Missed Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call No Call Currently In Progress When you receive a call on your mobile phone the Uconnect威 Phone will interrupt the vehicle audio system if on and will ask i...

Page 142: ...in progress Therefore the user can only answer an incoming call or ignore it Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Progress To make a second call while you are currently on a call press the button and say Dial or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress Or you can place a call on hold by touchi...

Page 143: ... If the active call is terminated by the far end a call on hold may not become active automati cally This is cell phone dependent Redial Press the Redial soft key or press the and after the Listening prompt and the following beep say Redial After the Listening prompt and the following beep say Redial The Uconnect威 Phone will call the last number that was dialed from your mobile phone Call Continua...

Page 144: ...anada and Mexico NOTE The Emergency call may also be initiated by using the touch screen The emergency number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased 911 for the U S and Canada and 060 for Mexico The number dialed may not be applicable with the available mobile service and area The Uconnect威 Phone does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that...

Page 145: ...ls in the Warranty Information Booklet and on the 24 Hour Road side Assistance Card Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail refer to Working with Automated Systems Working With Automated Systems This method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the mobile phone keypad while navigating through an automated telephone system You can use your Uconnect威 Phon...

Page 146: ...you previously created a Phone book entry with First and or Last Name as Voicemail Password then if you press the button and say Send Voicemail Password the Uconnect威 Phone will then send the corresponding phone number associated with the phonebook entry as tones over the phone NOTE The first number encountered for that contact will be sent All other numbers entered for that contact will be ignore...

Page 147: ... Response Length Touch the More soft key where available then touch the Settings soft key Touch the Display soft key then scroll down to Voice Response Length Select either Brief or Detailed by touching the box next to the selection A check mark will appear to show your selection Phone And Network Status Indicators Uconnect威 Phone will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network s...

Page 148: ...E Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the Uconnect威 Phone to play it on the vehicle audio system so you will not hear it Under this situation after successfully dialing a number the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress Once your call is answered you will hear the audio Mute Un Mute Mute ON OFF When you mute the Uconnect威 Phone ...

Page 149: ... provide at least in 1 cm gap between the overhead console if equipped and the mirror Always wait for the beep before speaking Speak normally without pausing just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet meters away from you Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice command period Performance is maximized under low to medium blower setting low to medium vehicle speed...

Page 150: ...d In a convertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Far End Audio Performance Audio quality is maximized under low to medium blower setting low to medium vehicle speed low road noise smooth road surface fully closed windows dry weather conditions and operation from the driver s seat Performance such as audio clarity echo and loudness to a large degree rel...

Page 151: ...e Uconnect威 Phone determines your phone is not compatible with SMS messaging over Bluetooth威 the Messaging button will be greyed out and the feature will not be available for use NOTE Uconnect威 Phone SMS is only available when the vehicle is not in moving 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 152: ...or listened to you will have the following options Send a Reply Forward Call Send Messages Using Soft Keys You can send messages using Uconnect威 Phone To send a new message Touch the Phone soft key Touch the messaging soft key then New Message Touch one of the 18 preset messages and the person you wish to send the message to 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o ...

Page 153: ... following beep say Send message to John Smith mobile After the system prompts you for what message you want to send say the message you wish to send or say List There are 18 preset messages While the list of defined messages are being read you can interrupt the system by pressing the button and saying the message you want to send 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 I n f o r ma t i o...

Page 154: ...st of Preset Messages 1 Yes 2 No 3 Okay 4 I can t talk right now 5 Call me 6 I ll call you later 7 I m on my way 8 Thanks 9 I ll be late 10 I will be number minutes late 11 See you in number minutes 12 Stuck in traffic 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 155: ...n this happens the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone OFF ON Your mobile phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth威 ON mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the ON or ACC position or after a language change you must wait at least 15 seconds prior to using the system 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 I n f o r ma t i o nP r ...

Page 156: ...Voice Tree 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 157: ... example that uses a Phonebook Record named Voicemail Password Storing Dial tones in contact names is possible but only the first number encountered in a contact name will be sent For example if there is a number stored in the Home and Work numbers for the contact Voicemail password only the Home number will be sent If your phone does not support phonebook download or call log download over Blueto...

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Page 159: ...ging commands only work if the Uconnect sys tem is equipped with this feature and the mobile phone supports messaging over Bluetooth You can replace 248 555 1212 with any phone number supported by your Mobile phone You can replace 4 with any message number shown on the screen If your phone does not support phonebook download or call log download over Bluetooth than these com mands will return a re...

Page 160: ...158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 161: ...ul interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration VOICE COMMAND Uconnect姞 8 4 8 4 Nav The Uconnect威 Voice Command system allows you to control your AM FM radio satellite radio disc player SD Card USB iPod and Sirius Travel Link NOTE Take care to speak into the Voice Command system as calmly and normally as possible The abil...

Page 162: ...h an error and give some direction as what can be said based on the context you are in After three consecutive failures of a spoken command the VR session with end Pressing the Uconnect威 Voice Command button while the system is speaking is known as barging in The system will be interrupted and after the beep you can say a command This will become helpful once you start to learn the options NOTE At...

Page 163: ...as ah and eh The system handles fill in words such as I would like to The system handles multiple inputs in the same phrase or sentence such as make a phone call and to Kelly Smith For multiple inputs in the same phrase or sen tence the system identifies the topic or context and provides the associated follow up prompt such as Who do you want to call in the case where a phone call was requested bu...

Page 164: ...ing the Uconnect威 Voice Com mand button Changing the Volume 1 Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button 2 Say a command e g Help 3 Use the ON OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Com mand system is speaking Please note the volume setting for Voice Command is different than the audio system 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n ...

Page 165: ...nds can be said on any screen when a call is not active after pushing the Uconnect威 Voice Command button Disc To switch to the disc mode say Change source to Disc This command can be given in any mode or screen Track to change the track 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 166: ...Voice Tree 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 167: ... station name received by the radio 3 You can replace 8 with any other satellite station named received by the radio 4 You can replace rock with any of the satellite music types NOTE Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 169: ...ently playing Command is only available when CD is playing 3 Playlist Podcast and audio book commands are only available when the iPod is connected and playing 4 VR commands Albums Artists and Genre names are based on the music database provided by Gracenote NOTE Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 I n f o r ma t i o nP r...

Page 170: ...168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 171: ...en For example you can say Show NFL Schedule and results or Show NCAA Basketball AP top 25 or Show Major League Baseball Teams 3 You can also say Show Current Weather or Show extended weather or Show five day forecast or Show ski info to get other forecasts NOTE Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 I n f o r ma t i o nP r ...

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Page 173: ...Player with Radio Navigation Phone Climate More or Settings 3 Navigation commands only work if equipped with Navigation NOTE Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 175: ... a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat b...

Page 176: ...re fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt which could result in serious injury or death Power Seat Switches 1 Seat Control 2 Seatback Control 174 UNDERSTAND...

Page 177: ...ush downward on the seat switch the seat will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when the desired position is reached Tilting The Seat Up Or Down The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four directions Pull upward or push downward on the front or rear of the seat switch the front or rear of the seat cushion will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch wh...

Page 178: ...ich could result in serious injury or death CAUTION 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 Power Lumbar If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may be also be equipped with power lumbar The power lumbar ...

Page 179: ...hol 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 periods of time 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...

Page 180: ...y Press the Driver or Passenger seat soft key once to select HI level heating Press the soft key a second time to select LO level heating Press the soft key a third time to shut the heating elements OFF Controls Soft Key Heated Seats Soft Keys 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 181: ...med to come on during a remote start Refer to Remote Starting System If Equipped in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information Rear Heated Seats On some models the two outboard seats are equipped with heated seats The heated seat switches for these seats are located on the rear of the center console There are two heated seat switches that allow the rear passen gers to oper...

Page 182: ...es from two to one indicating the change The LO level setting will turn OFF automatically after a maximum of 45 minutes Ventilated Seats If Equipped On some models both the driver and passenger seats are ventilated Located in the seat cushion and seatback are small fans that draw air from the seat surface through fine perforations in the seat cover to help keep the driver and front passenger coole...

Page 183: ...e to shut off the seat ventilation NOTE The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to operate Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start the driver s ventilated seat can be programmed to come on Controls Soft Key Ventilated Seats Soft Keys 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 184: ...raints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision Active Head Restraints Front Seats The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Active Head Restraints AHR In the event of a rear impact the AHRs will automatically extend forward minimizing the gap between the back of the occupants head and the AHR The AHRs will automatically return to ...

Page 185: ...nterfere with the operation of the Active 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 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 head restraint can be lowered for maximum visibility ...

Page 186: ...e not adjustable Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for tether routing Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area To fold the rear seatback pull on the loops located on the upper seatback NOTE These loops can be tucked away when not in use Push Button 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f ...

Page 187: ... 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 Rear Seatback Loop Folded Rear Seatback 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 188: ...sired 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 Keyless Entry RKE trans mitter can also be programmed to recall the same posi tions when the UNLOCK button is pressed NOTE Only one RKE transmitter can be linked to each of the memory positions Passi...

Page 189: ...uipped and radio station presets 3 Press and release the S Set button on the memory switch 4 Within five seconds press and release either of the memory buttons 1 or 2 The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC will display which memory position has been set NOTE Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in PARK but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a memory profile Memory Seat Switch ...

Page 190: ...ired memory profile 1 or 2 3 Once the profile has been recalled press and release the SET S button on the memory switch then press and release button 1 or 2 accordingly Memory Profile Set 1 or 2 will display in the instrument cluster on vehicles equipped with the EVIC 4 Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter within 10 seconds NOTE Your RKE transmitters can be unlinked to your mem...

Page 191: ... selected Easy Entry Exit Seat Available With Memory Seat Only 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 remove the Key Fob from the ignition or change the ignition to OFF for vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter N Go When y...

Page 192: ...ion is less than 0 9 in 22 7 mm forward of the rear stop At this position there is no benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or Easy Entry Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy Entry and Easy Exit position NOTE The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature can be enabled or disabled using the Uconnect威 System refer to Uconnect威 Settings in Understanding Your Instru ment Panel ...

Page 193: ...is open approxi mately 6 in 15 cm and then drop it This should secure both latches Never drive your vehicle unless the 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 ...

Page 194: ...nstrument 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 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 195: ...ned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature NOTE The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be turned on or off using the Uconnect威 System refer to Uconnect威 Settings in Understanding Your Instru ment Panel for further information Headlight Time Delay This feature provide...

Page 196: ...atically switches from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view NOTE SmartBeam can be turned on or off using the Uconnect威 System refer to Uconnect威 Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Broken muddy or obstructed headlights and taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to remain on longer closer to the vehicle A...

Page 197: ...mination in the direction the vehicle is steering NOTE Each time the Adaptive Headlight System is turned on the headlights will initialize by performing a brief sequence of rotations The Adaptive Headlight System is active only when the vehicle is moving forward The Adaptive Headlight System can be turned On or Off using the Uconnect威 System refer to Uconnect威 Set tings in Understanding Your Instr...

Page 198: ... the OFF position a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver s door is opened Fog Lights If Equipped Front Fog Lights If Equipped The front fog light switch is built into the headlight switch To activate the front fog lights turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and press the headlight switch To turn off the front fog lights either press the headlight switch a second ti...

Page 199: ...urning the headlight switch off will also deactivate the fog lights An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on NOTE The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights or parking lights on However selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn signals...

Page 200: ...und if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km with either turn signal on Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once without moving beyond the detent and the turn signal right or left will flash three times then automatically turn off High Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam Pull the multifunction lever toward you to switch t...

Page 201: ... the console These buttons are backlit for night time visibility To turn the lights off press the switch a second time The lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE is pressed Front Map Reading Lights Front Map Reading Light Switches 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 202: ...ress the lens a second time Ambient Light The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light feature This light casts illumination for improved visibil ity of the floor center console and PRNDL area Courtesy Lights Ambient Light 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 203: ...s were switched on manually or are on because a door is open This includes the glove box light but not the trunk light To restore interior light operation either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch Dimmer Controls The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel Dimmer Controls 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 204: ... cupholders if equipped Ambient Light Control Rotate the right dimmer control upward or downward to increase or decrease the brightness of the door handle lights and ambient light located in the overhead console Instrument Panel Dimmer Door Handle Ambient Light Dimmer 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 205: ... Daytime Brightness Feature Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer EVIC if equipped and radio when the park ing lights or headlights are on WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers and washer when the ignition is placed in the ON RUN or ACC position The multifunction lever is loc...

Page 206: ...d wiper operation or to the second detent past the intermittent settings for high speed wiper operation CAUTION Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off In cold weather always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the Park posi tion before tu...

Page 207: ...r as long as washer spray is desired If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper control is in the delay range the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is turned off the wipers will operate for three wipe cycles and then turn off WARNING Sudden ...

Page 208: ...e vehicle ahead Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one of four settings to activate this feature The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the multifunction lever Wiper delay position 1 is the least sensitive and wiper delay position 4 is the most sensi tive Setting 3 should be used for normal rain conditions Settings 1 and 2 can be used if the driver desires less wiper sensitiv...

Page 209: ...cle speed becomes greater than 0 mph 0 km h or the outside temperature rises above freezing Neutral Wipe Inhibit The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the ignition is placed in the RUN position the transmission shift lever is in the NEU TRAL position and the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph 8 km h unless the wiper control on the multifunc tion lever is moved or the shift lever is moved ou...

Page 210: ...ownward as desired To lengthen or shorten the steering column pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired To lock the steering column in position push the control handle up until fully engaged WARNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of th...

Page 211: ...escoping steering column switch is located below the multifunc tion lever on the steering column To tilt the steering column move the switch up or down as desired To lengthen or shorten the steering column pull the switch toward you or push the switch away from you as desired Power Tilt Telescoping Steering Switch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e d...

Page 212: ...L IF EQUIPPED The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather The heated steering wheel has only one temperature setting Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on it will operate for approximately 58 to 70 minutes before automatically shutting off The heated steering wheel can shut off early or may not turn on when the steering wheel is already warm...

Page 213: ... Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start the heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on Controls Soft Key Heated Steering Wheel Soft Key 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 214: ...lace anything on the steering wheel that insulates against heat such as a blanket or steering wheel covers of any type and material This may cause the steering wheel heater to overheat ADJUSTABLE PEDALS IF EQUIPPED The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position This feature allows the brake accelerator and clutch pedals...

Page 215: ...s will be displayed on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Informa tion System EVIC if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is locked out Adjustable Pedal Disabled Cruise Control Engaged or Ad justable Pedal Disabled Vehicle In Reverse NOTE Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows full pedal travel Further small adjustments may be necessary to find the best p...

Page 216: ...ause damage to the pedal controls Pedal travel may become lim ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal s path WARNING Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving You could lose control and have an accident Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator o...

Page 217: ...ectronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC will illuminate To turn the system off push the ON OFF button a second time The Cruise Indicator Light will turn 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 a...

Page 218: ...y 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 Vary The Speed Setting When the Electronic Speed Control is set you can in crease speed by pushing the RES button If the button is continually pressed the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released then the new set speed will be establishe...

Page 219: ... A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control WARNING Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed Your ve hicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control and have an accident Do not use Electronic Speed Co...

Page 220: ...ntrol ACC is a convenience sys tem It is not a substitute for active driving involve ment It is always the driver s responsibility to be attentive of road traffic and weather conditions vehicle speed distance to the vehicle ahead and most importantly brake operation to ensure safe operation of the vehicle under all road conditions Your com plete attention is always required while driving to mainta...

Page 221: ...bring the vehicle to a complete stop WARNING You should switch off the ACC system When driving in fog heavy rain heavy snow sleet heavy traffic and complex driving situations e g in highway construction zones When entering a turn lane or highway off ramp when driving on roads that are winding icy snow covered slippery or have steep uphill or downhill slopes When towing a trailer up or down steep s...

Page 222: ... will not react to 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 Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Operation The speed control buttons located on the right side of the steering wheel operates the ACC system Adaptive Cruise Control Buttons 1 DISTANCE SETTI...

Page 223: ...the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC dis plays Adaptive Cruise Ready When the system is OFF the EVIC displays Adaptive Cruise Control Off NOTE You cannot enable ACC under the following conditions When you apply the brakes When the parking brake is set When the automatic transmission is in PARK RE VERSE or NEUTRAL When pushing the RES button without a previously set speed in memory 3 UNDE...

Page 224: ...o turn the system OFF push and release the ON OFF button again At this time the system will turn off and the EVIC will display Adaptive Cruise Control Off Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Ready Adaptive Cruise Control ACC OFF 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 225: ... you are not using it To Set A Desired ACC Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired push the SET button and release The EVIC will display the set speed Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal If you do not the vehicle may continue to accelerate beyond the set speed If this occurs The message DRIVER OVERRIDE will display in the EVIC ACC Set 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2...

Page 226: ...e brake pedal You depress the brake pedal You press the CANCEL switch The vehicle speed goes below 15 mph 24 km h An Anti Lock Brake System ABS event occurs The transmission is shifted into NEUTRAL The Electronic Stability Control Traction Control Sys tem ESC TCS activates NOTE If ACC is resumed or set with the ESC TCS off ESC will automatically be re engaged Driver Override 224 UNDERSTANDING THE ...

Page 227: ... minimum of 20 mph 30 km h WARNING The Resume function should only be used if traffic and road conditions permit Resuming a set speed that is too high or too low for prevailing traffic and road conditions could cause the vehicle to accelerate or decelerate too sharply for safe operation Failure to follow these warnings can result in a collision and death or serious personal injury Adaptive Cruise ...

Page 228: ...ecrease in set speed is reflected in the EVIC display Pressing the SET button once will result in a 1 mph 1 6 km h decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph 1 6 km h NOTE When you use the SET button to decelerate if the engine s braking power does not slow the vehicle sufficiently to reach the set speed the brake system will automatically slow the vehic...

Page 229: ...ng between 3 long 2 me dium and 1 short Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead This distance setting displays in the EVIC Distance Set 3 long Distance Set 2 medium 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 230: ...icle speed auto matically to maintain the distance setting regardless of the set speed The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until The vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed above the set speed The vehicle ahead moves out of your lane or view of the sensor The vehicle ahead slows to a speed below 15 mph 24 km h and the system automatically disengages itself The distance setting is changed ...

Page 231: ... predicts that its maximum braking level is not sufficient to maintain the set distance If this occurs a visual alert BRAKE will flash in the EVIC and a chime will sound while ACC continues to apply its maximum braking capacity When this occurs you should immediately apply the brakes as needed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead Brake Alert 3 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEH...

Page 232: ...ngs The EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer The information it displays depends on ACC system status Brake Alert 2 Brake Alert 1 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 233: ...d the display will read Adaptive Cruise Control Ready ACC SET When ACC is set the set speed will display The set speed will continue to display in place of the odometer reading when changing the EVIC display while ACC is set The ACC screen will display once again if any ACC activity occurs which may include any of the following Set Speed Change Distance Setting Change System Cancel Driver Override...

Page 234: ... radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path this warning may temporarily occur NOTE If the ACC Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle warning is active Normal Fixed Speed Cruise Control is still available For additional information refer to Normal Fixed Speed Cruise Control Mode in this section If weather conditions are not a factor the driver should examine the sensor It may requir...

Page 235: ...end protector or an aftermarket grille or modifying the grille is not recom mended Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit ACC operation ACC Unavailable Warning If the system turns off and the EVIC displays Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Unavailable there may be a temporary malfunction that limits ACC functionality Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions ACC will be temporari...

Page 236: ...uthorized dealer Offset Driving ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is offset from your direct line of travel There will 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 In turns or bends ACC may detect a vehicle ahead too late or too early Thi...

Page 237: ... also occur at the base of steep hills This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service 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 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 238: ...tect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane There will not be sufficient distance to the lane changing vehicle Always be atten tive and ready to apply the brakes if necessary Narrow Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane There will not be suffi cient distance to the vehicle ah...

Page 239: ...ou 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 General Information FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems Classification Specifications 47 C F R Part 15 47 C F R Part 15 515 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 240: ...sition Cruise Off will be displayed if the system was in the ACC OFF position To switch back to Adaptive Cruise Control mode press the MODE button a second time WARNING In the normal Cruise Control mode the system will not react to vehicles ahead In addition the proximity warning does not activate and no alarm will sound even if you are too close to the vehicle ahead since neither the presence of ...

Page 241: ...ress the brake pedal You press the CANCEL button The Electronic Stability Control Traction Control Sys tem ESC TCS activates To Resume Press the RES button and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal The EVIC will display the last set speed To Turn Off The system will turn off and erase the set speed in memory if You push and release the ON OFF button You turn off the ignition You switch ...

Page 242: ...tivated NOTE The minimum speed for FCW activation is 10 mph 16 km h WARNING Forward Collision Warning FCW is not intended to avoid a collision on its own nor can FCW detect every type of potential collision The driver has the responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the vehicle via braking and steering Failure to follow this warning could lead to serious injury or death Changing FCW Stat...

Page 243: ...e in front of you NOTE In the Off setting FCW OFF will be displayed on the Uconnect威 display The system will retain the last setting selected by the driver after ignition shut down FCW will not react to irrelevant objects such as over head objects ground reflections objects not in the path of the car stationary objects that are far away oncom ing traffic or leading vehicles with the same or higher...

Page 244: ...rs try activating FCW again later following a key cycle If the problem persists see your authorized dealer PARKSENSE姞 PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED The ParkSense威 Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear and or front fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up or moving forward e g during a parking maneuver ACC FCW Unavailable Service Required Warnin...

Page 245: ...hicle that is within the sensors field of view The sensors can detect obstacles from approximately 12 in 30 cm up to 79 in 200 cm from the rear fascia bumper in the horizontal direction depending on the location type and orienta tion of the obstacle The six ParkSense威 sensors located in the front fascia bumper monitor the area in front of the vehicle that is within the sensors field of view The se...

Page 246: ...cia bumper and or front fascia bumper and the de tected obstacle ParkSense姞 Display The warning display will turn ON indicating the system status when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the vehicle is in DRIVE and an obstacle has been detected Park Assist Display Park Assist System ON 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 247: ...ce a one half second tone As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow to fast to continuous Park Assist System OFF Slow Tone 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 248: ... shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle Fast Tone Continuous Tone 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 249: ...Flashing 2 Slow Flashing 1 Slow Flashing Front Park Assist Audible Alerts ParkSense威 will turn off the Front Park Assist audible alert chime after approximately 3 seconds when an obstacle has been detected the vehicle is stationary and brake pedal is applied Enabling And Disabling ParkSense姞 ParkSense威 can be enabled and disabled using the Uconnect威 System The available choices are Off Sound Only ...

Page 250: ...ay the SERVICE PARK ASSIST message when any of the rear or front sensors are damaged and require service When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE or DRIVE and the system has detected a faulted condition the EVIC will display the CLEAN PARK ASSIST SERVICE PARK ASSIST or the SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM message for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE or DRIVE at speeds less than 7 mph 11 km h Under t...

Page 251: ...e威 is turned off the EVIC will display PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF mes sage for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE at or below 7 mph 11 km h Clean the ParkSense威 sensors regularly taking care not to scratch or damage them The sensors must not be covered with ice snow slush mud dirt or debris Failure to do so can result in the system not working properly The ParkSense威 system might not detect an obsta...

Page 252: ...When backing up it is recommended that the driver looks over his her shoulder when using ParkSense威 WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkSense威 Park Assist system Always check carefully behind your vehicle look behind you and be sure to check for pedestrians animals other vehicles obstructions and blind spots before backing up You are responsible for safety and m...

Page 253: ...the ParkView威 Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE The image will be displayed on the touchscreen display along with a cau tion note to check entire surroundings across the top of the screen After five seconds this note will disappear The ParkView威 camera is located on the rear of the veh...

Page 254: ...ety of your surroundings and must continue to pay attention while backing up Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death CAUTION To avoid vehicle damage ParkView威 should only be used as a parking aid The ParkView威 camera is unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive path To avoid vehicle damage the vehicle must be driven slowly when using ParkView威 to be able to stop in time ...

Page 255: ...Press the Settings soft key 4 Press the Safety Driving Assistance soft key 5 Press the check box soft key next to Parkview威 Backup Camera to enable disable OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy reading lights and storage for sunglasses Universal Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 and power sunroof switches may also be included if equipped Overhead Console 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES O...

Page 256: ...ights off press the switch a second time The lights also turn on when a door is opened The lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is pressed Courtesy Lights The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top corner of the lens To turn the lights off press the lens a second time Front Map Reading Lights 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r...

Page 257: ...ush the chrome pad on the door to close GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink威 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威 unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery Courtesy Lights Sunglasses Bin Door 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v...

Page 258: ... ent HomeLink威 channels The HomeLink威 indicator is located above the center button NOTE HomeLink威 is disabled when the Vehicle Secu rity Alarm is active HomeLink威 Buttons Overhead Consoles HomeLink威 Buttons Sunvisor Headliner 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 259: ...n programming To erase the channels place the ignition in the ON RUN position and press and hold the two outside HomeLink威 buttons I and III for up 20 seconds or until the red indicator flashes NOTE Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink威 for the first time Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons If you have any problems or require assistance plea...

Page 260: ...ere 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 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position Training The Garage Door Opener 1 Door Opener 2 Training Button 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 261: ... hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener device motor Firmly press 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 pressed 6 Return to the vehicle and press the pro...

Page 262: ...he HomeLink威 indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink威 button you want to program and the hand held trans mitter button 4 Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi cator light The Homelink威 indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink威 has received the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Re lease both buttons after the indicator ...

Page 263: ...everal 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威 to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling process to p...

Page 264: ...ram ming is complete and the garage door device should activate when the HomeLink威 button is pressed To program the two remaining HomeLink威 buttons repeat each step for each remaining button DO NOT erase the channels If you unplugged the garage door opener device for programming plug it back in at this time Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously tra...

Page 265: ...rased Individual channels cannot be erased The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威 here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original hand held transmitter Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener to complete the training for a Rolling Code Did ...

Page 266: ...hicle in the garage while programming the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause unde...

Page 267: ...ing the power sunroof switch Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death In a collision there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passen gers are also properly secured Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof Never allow your fingers other body...

Page 268: ... automatically This is called Express Close During Express Close opera tion any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof Closing Sunroof Manual Mode To close the sunroof press and hold the switch in the forward position Any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially closed condition until the switch is pushed and held forward again Pinch Protect Fea...

Page 269: ...ng with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Sunroof Maintenanc...

Page 270: ...nnect威 System Refer to Uconnect威 Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information COMMANDVIEW姞 SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE IF EQUIPPED The CommandView威 sunroof switch is located to the left between the sun visors on the overhead console The power shade switch is located to the right between the sun visors on the overhead console CommandView威 Sunroof and Power Shade Switches 268...

Page 271: ...ject through the sunroof opening Injury may result Opening Sunroof Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one half second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position The sunroof will open fully and stop automati cally This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof Opening Sunroof Manual Mode To open ...

Page 272: ... automatically open to the full open position 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 press and hold the switch rearward to full open Any release of the switch will stop the move ment and the shade will remain in a partially opened condition until the swit...

Page 273: ...al Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windo...

Page 274: ...using the Uconnect威 System Refer to Uconnect威 Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Sunroof Fully Closed Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the sunroof is fully closed ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are three 12 Volt 13 Amp electrical power outlets on this vehicle The power outlets are protected by a fuse Insert cigar lighter or accessory plug int...

Page 275: ...t and blow the fuse Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty The front 12 Volt power outlet has power available only when the ignition is placed in the ACC or RUN position WARNING Do not place ashes inside the cubby bin located on the center console on vehicle s not equipped with the ash receiver tray A fire leading to bodily injury could r...

Page 276: ...he engine from starting There is also a 12 volt power outlet located on the back of the center console for rear passengers This power outlet has power available only when the ignition is placed in the ACC or RUN position Center Console Power Outlet Rear Center Console Power Outlet 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 277: ...he 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 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel And Power Outlet Console Rear 2 38 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Inside Arm Rest 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 278: ...e 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 only Do not hang a...

Page 279: ...Front Seat Cupholders The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the center console Retractable Cover Front Cupholders 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 280: ...RNING When using the cupholder in the Hot position avoid contact with the heated portion of the cup holder in order to reduce the possibility of burns Persons who are unable 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 inju...

Page 281: ...ce for the rear occupant s elbows Lighted Cupholders If Equipped On some 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 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEA...

Page 282: ...ere is a cubby bin located forward of the shift lever 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 Glovebox Storage Compartment Opened Glovebox Storage Compartment 280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 283: ...the lower storage area This tray has an integrated coin holder along with additional area for small items like an ipod or phone Below the upper tray the lower storage compartment is made for larger items like CDs and tissue boxes In addition the 12 volt power outlet USB and Aux jack are located here Center Console Upper Storage Tray 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 I n f o r ma t i...

Page 284: ...s while driving can cause an accident due to distrac tion resulting in death or injury Door Storage The door panels contain storage areas Rear Seat Armrest Storage If Equipped For rear passengers there is a storage bin located in the armrest Lift upward on the latch to open the storage compartment Front Door Trim Storage 282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i ...

Page 285: ...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 Rear Armrest Storage 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 286: ...cargo space is intended for load 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 obj...

Page 287: ...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 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 288: ...ton 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 press the button a second time Rear Cargo Net 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o...

Page 289: ...uipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sunshade that will reduce the amount of sunlight that will shine through the rear windshield The power sunshade can be operated using the Uconnect威 System Press the Controls soft key and then press the Sun shade soft key to raise the power sunscreen Press the Sunshade soft key a second time to lower the sun shade If the sunshade is in the raised pos...

Page 290: ...e operated by passengers in the rears seats The power sunshade switch is located on the back of the center console between the heated seat switches Press the switch once to raise the sunshade Press the switch a second time to lower the sunshade Controls Soft Key Power Sunshade Soft Key 288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 291: ... 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 system Power Sunshade Switch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 I n f o r ma t i o ...

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Page 293: ...C VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC 306 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 308 EVIC White Telltales 309 EVIC Amber Telltales 310 EVIC Red Telltales 311 Oil Change Due 314 Fuel Economy 315 Cruise Control 317 Vehicle Speed 317 Trip Info 318 Tire PSI 319 Vehicle Info Customer Information Features 319 Messages 320 Turn Menu OFF 320 4 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 294: ...NNEL SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER SELECTABLE SURROUND DSS IF EQUIPPED 337 䡵 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS 338 Radio Operation 339 CD Player 339 䡵 CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE 340 䡵 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES 340 䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS 341 General Overview 341 Climate Control Functions 347 Automatic Temperature Control ATC 348 Operating Tips 349 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r ...

Page 295: ... 14 Trunk Release Button 3 Hazard Switch 9 SD Memory Card Slot 15 Dimmer Controls 4 Uconnect威 System 10 Power Outlet 16 Hood Release 5 Climate Control Hard Controls 11 CD DVD Slot 17 Headlight Switch 6 Glove Compartment 12 Storage Compartment 18 Analog Clock 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 296: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 297: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 298: ...light bulb 4 Front Fog Light Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on 5 High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that the high beam head lights are on Push the multifunction lever for ward to switch the headlights to high beam and pull toward yourself normal position to return to low beam 6 Odometer Display Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Dis...

Page 299: ...display It displays the gear position of the auto matic transmission NOTE You must apply the brakes before shifting from PARK The highest available transmission gear is displayed in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle Informa tion Center EVIC whenever the Electronic Range Select ERS feature is active Use the selector on the shift lever to activate ERS Refer to Automatic Transmission i...

Page 300: ...re telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subse quent vehicle ...

Page 301: ...matic transmission con trol systems The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON RUN position before engine start If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON RUN have the condition checked promptly Certain conditions such as poor fuel quality etc may illuminate the MIL after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typica...

Page 302: ...ler Door is located on the left side of the vehicle 11 Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON RUN position 12 Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN If the light is either not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have th...

Page 303: ... of Anti Lock brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position have the light inspected by an authorized dealer 14 Sport Mode If Equipped This light will illuminate when the sport mode is selected This mode provides performance based tuning For further information refer to Sport Mode in Starting And Operating 15 Vehicle Security Light If Equipped T...

Page 304: ...ntil the condition has been corrected If the problem is related to the brake booster the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system A leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake Warning Light whi...

Page 305: ...ght inspected by an authorized dealer The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON RUN position NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 18 Electronic Stability Control ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light If Equipped The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light in the i...

Page 306: ...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 unbuckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Start ing Your Vehicle for further information 20 Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera tur...

Page 307: ... chimes turn the engine off immediately and call an autho rized dealer for service WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Maintaining Your Vehicle Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pres...

Page 308: ...r to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel The EVIC consists of the following Radio Info Fuel Economy Info Cruise Control Info Digital Vehicle Speed Trip Info Tire Pressure Vehicle Info Stored Warning Messages Turn Menu OFF Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db ...

Page 309: ...conomy Ve hicle Info Tire PSI Cruise Messages Trip Info Vehicle Speed and Turn Menu OFF and sub menus DOWN Button Press and release the DOWN button to scroll downward through the main menu and Vehicle Info and Trip Info sub menus Fuel Economy Vehicle Info Tire PSI Cruise Messages Trip Info Vehicle Speed and Turn Menu OFF and sub menus EVIC Steering Wheel Controls 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PA...

Page 310: ...the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main menu The main display area also displays pop up messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn ing or information messages These pop up messages fall into several categories Five Second Stored Messages When the appropriate conditions occur this type of message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then re...

Page 311: ...e of message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen Examples of this message type are Memory System Unavailable Not in Park and Automatic High Beams On The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white telltales area on the right amber telltales in the middle and red telltales on the left EVIC White Telltales This area will show...

Page 312: ...r Vehicle Adaptive Cruise Control ACC SET This telltale will illuminate when the ACC is SET For further information refer to Adap tive Cruise Control ACC in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle EVIC Amber Telltales This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell tales These telltales include Forward Collision Warning FCW OFF This telltale informs the driver that the For ward Collision ...

Page 313: ... Control ACC in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle SERV AWD Service All Wheel Drive Indicator This light will turn on when the All Wheel Drive feature requires service For further in formation refer to All Wheel Drive in Start ing And Operating EVIC Red Telltales This area will show reconfigurable red telltales These telltales include Door Ajar This telltale turns on when one or more doors...

Page 314: ... See an authorized dealer If jump starting is required refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies Electronic Throttle Control ETC Telltale This telltale informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control ETC system If the telltale comes on while driving have the sys tem checked by an authorized dealer If a problem is detected the telltale will come on while the engin...

Page 315: ...rature reading does not return to normal turn the engine off immediately and call for service Refer to If Your Engine Overheats in What To Do In Emergencies for more information Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale This telltale indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot This may occur with severe usage such as trailer towing If this telltale turns on safely pull over an...

Page 316: ...tor system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style Unless reset this message will continue to display each time you cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position To turn off the message temporarily press and release the MENU button To reset the oil change indicator system after performing the scheduled maintenance perform ...

Page 317: ...EVIC and press the SELECT button Press and release the UP DOWN buttons until one of the following Fuel Economy func tions displays in the EVIC Average Fuel Economy Fuel Saver Mode Distance To Empty DTE Miles Per Gallon MPG Press the UP DOWN buttons to cycle through all the Trip Computer functions The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa tion Fuel Economy 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUME...

Page 318: ... order to increase fuel economy Distance To Empty DTE Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy according to the current fuel tank level DTE cannot be reset through the SELECT button NOTE Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will g...

Page 319: ... other feature is in the EVIC main display the ACC status will be displayed in place of the EVIC odometer line For vehicles with Cruise one of several messages will be displayed giving a dynamic update of the status of the feature as the driver changes feature status or conditions change If Cruise is active and a warning or other feature is in the EVIC main display the Cruise status will be displa...

Page 320: ...WN buttons to cycle through all the Trip Computer functions or press the BACK button to return to the main menu The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa tion Trip A Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last reset Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last reset Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset Elapsed t...

Page 321: ...ICON If the Tire Pressure system requires service Service Tire Pressure System is displayed Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be reset Press and release the BACK button to return to the main menu Vehicle Info Customer Information Features Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Vehicle Info is highlighted in the EVIC Press and release the SELECT button and Coolant Temp will...

Page 322: ...u Turn Menu OFF Select from Main Menu using the DOWN button Press ing the SELECT button blanks the menu display Pressing any one of the four steering wheel buttons brings the menu back Uconnect姞 SETTINGS The Uconnect威 system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features Hard Keys Hard K...

Page 323: ...ration Compass Settings Audio Phone Bluetooth and SIRIUS Setup NOTE Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a time When making a selection press the soft key to enter the desired mode Once in the desired mode press and release the preferred setting until a check mark appears next to the setting showing that setting has been se lected Once the setting is complete press the Back Arrow soft key ...

Page 324: ... scale between the and soft keys Then touch the arrow back soft key Set Language When in this display you may select one of three languages for all display nomenclature including the trip functions and the navigation system if equipped Touch the Set Language soft key and then touch the desired language soft key until a check mark appears next to the language showing that setting has been selected ...

Page 325: ...his feature is selected the turn by turn directions will appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a designated turn within a programmed route To make your selection touch the Navigation Turn By Turn In Cluster soft key until a check mark appears next to the setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Fuel Saver Display In Clust...

Page 326: ...t key must be unchecked To make your selection touch the or soft keys to adjust the minutes up or down Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu or touch the X soft key to close out of the settings screen Time Format When in this display you may select the time format display setting Touch the Time Format soft key until a check mark appears next to the 12hrs or 24hrs setting sho...

Page 327: ... Control ACC in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Park Assist The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in RE VERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph 18 km h The system can be enabled with Sound Only Sound and Display or turned OFF To change the Park Assist status touch and release the OFF Sound Only or Sounds and Dis...

Page 328: ...y Then touch the arrow back soft key NOTE If your vehicle has experienced any damage 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威 Backup Camera Your vehicle may be e...

Page 329: ...ke Control System in Starting And Operating for system function and operating information To make your selection touch the Hill Start Assist soft key until a check mark appears next to setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Lights After pressing the Lights soft key the following settings will be available Headlight Illumination O...

Page 330: ...ing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Refer to Lights Smart Beam If Equipped in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information Daytime Running Lights If Available When this feature is selected the headlights will turn on whenever the engine is running To make your selection touch the Daytime Running Lights soft key until...

Page 331: ...d all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver s door is opened To make your selection touch the Auto Unlock On Exit soft key until a check mark appears next to setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Flash Headlight With Lock When this feature is selected...

Page 332: ...ss of the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter UNLOCK button When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks is selected you must press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passenger s doors When Unlock All Doors On 1st Press is selected all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button NOTE If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks all doors w...

Page 333: ... that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu NOTE The seat will return to the memorized seat location if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set to ON when the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is used to unlock the door Refer to Driver Memory Seat in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information Auto On Comfort Remote Sta...

Page 334: ...ing the vehicle To make your selection touch the Easy Exit Seats soft key until a check mark appears next to setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Engine Off Power Delay When this feature is selected the power window switches radio Uconnect威 phone system if equipped DVD video system if equipped power sunroof if equipped and powe...

Page 335: ...variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven per the zone map Once properly set the compass will automatically compensate for the differences and provide the most accurate compass heading NOTE Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel such as iPod s Mobile Phones Laptops and Radar Detectors This is where the compass module is located and it can cause inte...

Page 336: ...o soft key the following settings will be available Balance Fade When in this display you may adjust the Balance and Fade settings Equalizer When in this display you may adjust the Bass Mid and Treble settings Adjust the settings with the and setting soft keys or by selecting any point on the scale between the and soft keys Then touch the arrow back soft key NOTE Bass Mid Treble allow you to simpl...

Page 337: ...ollow ing settings will be available Paired Devices This feature shows which phones are paired to the Phone Bluetooth system For further information refer to the Uconnect威 Supplement SiriusXM Setup After pressing the SIRIUS Setup soft key the following settings will be available Channel Skip SiriusXM can be programmed to designate a group of channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to ...

Page 338: ...cription Info soft key to access the Sub scription 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 SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument panel press and hold the button until the...

Page 339: ...UIPPED Your vehicle is equipped with a Harman Kardon威 audio system with GreenEdge technology that offers superior sound quality higher Sound Pressure Levels SPL and reduced energy consumption The new system utilizes proprietary amplifier and speaker technologies deliver ing substantial increases in component and system effi ciency levels The 12 Channel Class D GreenEdge high efficiency amplifier i...

Page 340: ...oard AUX input and is activated through the Uconnect威 System Refer to Surround Sound under Uconnect威 Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o clock positions The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center and controls the vol...

Page 341: ...rol will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset pushbutton CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up ...

Page 342: ... lar disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or have protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be lessened or elimina...

Page 343: ... panel or through the Uconnect威 system display When the Uconnect威 system is in different modes Radio Player Settings More etc the driver and passenger temperature settings will be indicated at the top of the display General Overview Hard Keys The hard keys located below the Uconnect威 screen Automatic Climate Controls Hard keys 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i...

Page 344: ... manual mode and the MAX A C indicator will turn off 2 A C Button Press and release to change the current setting the indicator illuminates when A C is ON Performing this function again will cause the A C operation to switch into manual mode and the A C indicator will turn off 3 Recirculation Button Press and release to change the current setting the indicator illuminates when ON Uconnect威 8 4 Aut...

Page 345: ...ar Defrost Button Press and release this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors if equipped An indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 10 minutes CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements Use care when washing the inside of the rear window Do no...

Page 346: ...hile in Sync mode will automatically exit Sync 10 SYNC Press the Sync soft key to toggle the Sync feature On Off The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is enabled Sync is used to synchronize the passenger temperature setting with the driver temperature setting Changing the passenger temperature setting while in Sync will automatically exit this feature 11 Blower Control Blower control...

Page 347: ...mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets floor outlets demist outlets and defrost outlets The Mode settings are as follows Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate a...

Page 348: ...d defogging When the defrost mode is selected the blower level may will increase 13 Climate Control OFF Button Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control ON OFF 14 Driver Temperature Control Down Button Provides the driver with independent temperature con trol Push the button for cooler temperature settings NOTE In Sync mode this button will also automatically adjust the passenger t...

Page 349: ... the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or insects Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance MAX A C Max A C sets the control for maximum cooling perfor mance Press and release to toggle between Max A C and the prior settings The soft key illuminates w...

Page 350: ...se the LED in the control button to blink and then turn off Automatic Temperature Control ATC ATC Hard keys are located in the center of the instru ment panel Soft keys are accessible on the Uconnect威 Touch screen Automatic Operation 1 Press the AUTO hard key or soft key button 9 on the Automatic Temperature Control ATC Panel 2 Next adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by a...

Page 351: ...nd recirculation control The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by adjusting the blower control The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected This allows the front occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the Auto mode The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by selecting one of the available mode sett...

Page 352: ...ze the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again Window Fogging Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost The Defrost Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating If side win dow fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild bu...

Page 353: ...uld plug the water drains In Winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice slush and snow A C Air Filter The climate control system filters outside air containing dust pollen and some odors Strong odors cannot be totally filtered out Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for filter replacement instructions 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 I n f o r ma t i o ...

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Page 355: ...rt 361 After Starting 362 䡵 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED 362 䡵 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 363 Key Ignition Park Interlock 365 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 365 Eight Speed Automatic Transmission If Equipped 365 Five Speed Automatic Transmission If Equipped 374 Gear Ranges 375 䡵 AUTOSTICK威 381 Operation Eight Speed Transmission If Equipped 381 5 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 356: ...0 䡵 PARKING BRAKE 390 䡵 ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM 393 䡵 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM 395 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 395 Traction Control System TCS 395 Brake Assist System BAS 396 Electronic Stability Control ESC 397 Hill Start Assist HSA 398 Ready Alert Braking 400 Rain Brake Support 401 ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light 401 Synchronizing ESC 402 䡵 TIRE SAFETY...

Page 357: ...ed 417 Snow Tires 417 Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel If Equipped 418 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 418 Full Size Spare If Equipped 419 Limited Use Spare If Equipped 419 Tire Spinning 420 Tread Wear Indicators 421 Life Of Tire 421 Replacement Tires 422 䡵 TIRE CHAINS TRACTION DEVICES 423 䡵 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS 425 䡵 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM TPMS 426 Base System 42...

Page 358: ...LEXIBLE FUEL 3 6L ENGINE ONLY IF EQUIPPED 441 E 85 General Information 441 Ethanol Fuel E 85 441 Fuel Requirements 442 Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles E 85 And Gasoline Vehicles 443 Starting 443 Cruising Range 443 Replacement Parts 444 Maintenance 444 䡵 ADDING FUEL 444 Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release 447 䡵 VEHICLE LOADING 447 Vehicle Certification Label 448 Gross Vehicle Weig...

Page 359: ...Trailer Hitch Classification 453 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 454 Trailer And Tongue Weight 454 Towing Requirements 455 Towing Tips 461 䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC 462 Two Wheel Drive And All Wheel Drive 462 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 360: ...asons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever 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 a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other contro...

Page 361: ...oot 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 FOBIK is in the passenger compartment Normal Starting Using The ENGINE START STOP Button 1 The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL 2 Press and hold the brake pedal while pressing the ENGINE START STOP button ...

Page 362: ...ed twice to the OFF position If the shift lever is not in PARK and the ENGINE START STOP button is pressed once the EVIC if equipped will display a Vehicle Not In Park message and the engine will remain running Never leave a vehicle out of the PARK position or it could roll NOTE If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN engine not running position and the transmission is in PARK the system ...

Page 363: ...temperatures use of an externally powered electric engine block heater avail able from your authorized dealer is recommended If Engine Fails To Start WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started...

Page 364: ...pedal 2 Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it 3 Press 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 Starting procedure After Starting The idle speed is controlled automatically an...

Page 365: ...lectrocution AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed Do not shift between PARK REVERSE NEU TRAL or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed Befor...

Page 366: ...ngine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing 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 When leaving the vehicle always remove the key fob and lock your vehicle Never...

Page 367: ...OFF position Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock system BTSI that holds the shift lever in PARK unless the brakes are applied To shift the transmission out of PARK the ignition switch must be turned to the ON RUN position engine running or not and the brake pedal must be pressed Eight Speed Automatic Transmission If Equipped ...

Page 368: ...mission electronics are self calibrating therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles kilometers Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is re leased and the vehicle is stopped Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when moving the shift lever between ...

Page 369: ...l press the lock button on the shift lever then pull and hold the shift lever fully rearward until D is displayed in the EVIC To shift back into PARK from DRIVE bring the vehicle to a complete stop fully press the brake pedal press the lock button on the shift lever then push and hold the shift lever fully forward until P is displayed in the EVIC Shifting From REVERSE To NEUTRAL Pull the shift lev...

Page 370: ...he shift lever then push the shift lever forward and release when R is displayed in the EVIC Shifting From DRIVE To SPORT LOW Vehicles Equipped With SPORT Mode To shift from DRIVE to SPORT pull the shift lever rearward until S is displayed in the EVIC To shift back into DRIVE from SPORT pull the shift lever rearward until D is displayed in the EVIC Vehicles Equipped With LOW Mode To shift from DRI...

Page 371: ...n this range When parking on a level surface you may place the shift lever in PARK first and then apply the parking brake When parking on a hill apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK As an added precaution turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade WARNING Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking b...

Page 372: ...engine OFF When the ignition is in the OFF position the shift lever is locked in PARK securing the vehicle against unwanted movement Continued WARNING Continued When leaving the vehicle always remove the key fob and lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A c...

Page 373: ...the shift lever all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is fully seated Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position With brake pedal released verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL Use this rang...

Page 374: ... shifts and the best fuel economy The transmission automatically upshifts through all forward gears The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteris tics under all normal operating conditions When frequent transmission shifting occurs such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi tions in hilly terrain traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers use the Au...

Page 375: ...mage Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated In this mode the transmission may operate only in certain gears or may not shift at all Vehicle 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 info...

Page 376: ...indicates the transmission gear range You must press the brake pedal to move the shift lever out of PARK refer to Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System in this section To drive move the shift lever from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position The electronically controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule The transmission electronics are self calibrating therefore the first few shif...

Page 377: ...ping one of the steering wheel mounted shift paddles if equipped will manually select the transmission gear and will display that gear in the instrument cluster as 5 4 3 2 1 Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range If there is a need to restart the engine be sure to cycle the ignition to the LOCK OFF position before restarting Shift Lever 5 STAR...

Page 378: ...ce the shift lever in PARK first and then apply the parking brake When parking on a hill apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK As an added precaution turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade WARNING Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to...

Page 379: ... and turn the engine off When the ignition is in the OFF position the shift lever is locked in PARK securing the vehicle against unwanted movement Continued WARNING Continued When leaving the vehicle always remove the key fob and lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number ...

Page 380: ... the shift lever all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is fully seated Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position With brake pedal released verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL Use this ran...

Page 381: ... the smoothest upshifts and down shifts and the best fuel economy The transmission automatically upshifts through underdrive first second and third gears direct fourth gear and overdrive fifth gear The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions When frequent transmission shifting occurs such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi ...

Page 382: ...he vehicle is brought to a stop After the vehicle has stopped the transmission will remain in second gear regardless of which forward gear is selected PARK REVERSE and NEUTRAL will con tinue to operate Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without damaging the transmission In the event of a momentary problem the transmission can be reset to regain all f...

Page 383: ...Stick威 is a driver interactive transmission feature providing manual shift control giving you more control of the vehicle AutoStick威 allows you to maximize engine braking eliminate undesirable 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 man...

Page 384: ... to revert to automatic operation If AutoStick威 is engaged while in SPORT mode manual gear selection will be maintained until either SPORT mode is exited or as described below The transmission will not upshift automatically at redline in this mode nor will downshifts be obtained if the accelerator pedal is pressed to the floor In either DRIVE or SPORT mode the transmission will automatically downs...

Page 385: ...nt cluster In AutoStick威 mode the transmission will shift up or down when is manually selected by the driver using the shift lever or the shift paddles if equipped unless an engine lugging or overspeed con dition would result It will remain in the selected gear until another upshift or downshift is chosen except as described below If AutoStick威 is engaged while in DRIVE mode the transmission will ...

Page 386: ...k威 is engaged To disengage AutoStick威 mode hold the shift lever to the right or press and hold the shift paddle if equipped until D is once again displayed in the instrument cluster You can shift in or out of the AutoStick威 mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal WARNING Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface The drive wheels could lose the...

Page 387: ...wipers for an extended period of time Drive mode RWD or AWD is displayed momentarily in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the gage area of the vehicle display when the transmission is first shifted into gear and if the drive mode changes during vehicle operation NOTE If the SERVICE AWD SYSTEM warning mes sage appears after engine start up or during driving it means that the AWD sys...

Page 388: ...raction ice snow wet mud loose sand etc Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precau tions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are...

Page 389: ...are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so CAUTION Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the ...

Page 390: ...nal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s braking capabilities which increases stopping distances Therefore after driving through stand ing water drive s...

Page 391: ...essage and a flashing icon are displayed on the EVIC screen it indicates that the vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer for service It is likely the vehicle has lost power steering assistance Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information EVIC in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further information If the POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER TEMP mes sage and an icon are displayed on the EVIC screen it i...

Page 392: ...nd cruise conditions The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required NOTE This system may take some time to return to full functionality after a battery disconnect PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the PARK position The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower lef...

Page 393: ...le This light only shows that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application When parking on a hill it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade Apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move ...

Page 394: ... the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever 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 a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so...

Page 395: ...ver 7 mph 11 km h you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises These noises are the system per forming its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS is working properly This self check occurs each time the vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph 11 km h ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions ABS inducing conditions can in clu...

Page 396: ...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 closely or hydropla...

Page 397: ...faces during braking Refer to Anti Lock Brake System in Starting and Operating for further information WARNING The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions The ABS cannot prevent collisions including those re sulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydroplanin...

Page 398: ...ring the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions The BAS cannot prevent collisions including those re sulting from excessive speed in tur...

Page 399: ...ersteer Oversteer when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position Understeer when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position ESC Operating Modes The ESC system has two available 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...

Page 400: ...while the vehicle is in motion WARNING The Electronic Stability Control ESC cannot pre vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ESC cannot prevent acci dents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydro planing Only a safe attentive and skillful driver ca...

Page 401: ...ll direction i e vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear vehicle back ing uphill is in REVERSE gear HSA will work in REVERSE and all forward gears when the activation criteria have been met The system will not activate if the vehicle is placed in NEUTRAL or PARK WARNING There may be situations on minor hills i e less than 8 with a loaded vehicle or while pulling a trailer when the system will not...

Page 402: ...icle on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK and using the parking brake it will roll down the Continued WARNING Continued hill and could cause a collision with another ve hicle or object Always remember to use the park ing brake while parking on a hill and that the driver is responsible for braking the vehicle HSA Off If you wish to turn off the HSA system it can be done using the Cust...

Page 403: ... is no notification to the driver and no driver interaction is required ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position It should go out with the engine running If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light comes on continuously with...

Page 404: ...ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active This is normal the sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESC activation The ESC OFF Indicator Light indicates the Electronic Stability Control ESC is off Synchronizing ESC If the power supply is interrupted battery disconnected or discharged the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light m...

Page 405: ...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 Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo rary emergency use only Temporary high pressu...

Page 406: ...size based on U S design standards ⴖ blank ⴖ Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards T or S Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R means radial constructio...

Page 407: ...ehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL tire Extra Load XL Extra load or reinforced tire Light Load LL Light load tire C D E F G Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire i...

Page 408: ...is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location two digits L9 Code representing the tire size two digits ABCD Code used by the tire manufacturer one to four digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Number represen...

Page 409: ...unds 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 A paper label permanently ...

Page 410: ...ng 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 Tire Placard Location 408 STARTING AND OPERATING I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 411: ...d spare tires Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the Vehicle Loading section of this manual Tire and Loading Information...

Page 412: ...ight referenced here Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg 4 The resulting figure equ...

Page 413: ...lable cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle For the following example th...

Page 414: ...412 STARTING AND OPERATING I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 415: ...e pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect ve hicle handling and can fail sudd...

Page 416: ...Both under inflation and over inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict able steering response Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed ...

Page 417: ...wall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the c...

Page 418: ...e a serious collision Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause a collision Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctur...

Page 419: ... sidewall If you need snow tires select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires Use snow tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph 120 km h For speeds abo...

Page 420: ...wing types of non matching tempo rary use spares compact full size or limited use Do not install more than one non matching temporary use spare tire wheel on the vehicle at any given time CAUTION Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a compact full size or limited use temporary spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result Compact Sp...

Page 421: ...ailure and loss of vehicle control Full Size Spare If Equipped The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle but it is not This spare tire may have limited tread life When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use full size spare tire needs to be replaced Since it is not th...

Page 422: ...opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop ping when you are stuck Refer to Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in What To Do In Emergencies for further information WARNING Fast spin...

Page 423: ...worn to the tread wear indicators the tire should be replaced Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven 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 recomme...

Page 424: ...r Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard for the size designation of your tire The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the Tire Safety Information section of this manual for more information relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire It is recommended to replace t...

Page 425: ... was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have a collision Continued WARNING Continued Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may...

Page 426: ...tires observe the following precautions Because of restricted traction device clearance be tween tires and other suspension components it is important that only traction devices in good condi tion are used Broken devices can cause serious damage Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could indicate device breakage Remove the damaged parts of the device before further use Install device ...

Page 427: ...rent steering driving and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as 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...

Page 428: ...re will de crease Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maxi mum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall Refer to Tires General Information in ...

Page 429: ...the system receives the updated tire pressures The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information For example your vehicle may have a recommended cold parked for more than three hours placard pressure of 30 psi 207 kPa If the ambient temperature is 68 F 20 C and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi 186 kPa a temperature dro...

Page 430: ... valve stem which could damage the TPM sensor NOTE The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel e...

Page 431: ... TPM sensor The matching full size spare can be used in place of any of the four road tires The TPMS will only monitor the pressure in the full size spare when it is used in place of a road tire Otherwise a spare with a pressure below the low pressure limit will not cause the TPM Telltale Light to illuminate or the chime to sound Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The TPM Telltale Ligh...

Page 432: ... as the TPM sensors 2 Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains materials that 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 Full Size Spare 1 The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly has a TPM sensor that can be monitored by the...

Page 433: ...main on solid 5 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare the TPMS will update automatically and the TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF 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 th...

Page 434: ...rument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires In addition the EVIC will display a LOW TIRE message and a graphic showing the pres sure values of each tire with the low tire pressure values flashing or changing color An Inflate to XX message will also be displayed Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tir...

Page 435: ...ale Light will no longer flash and the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message will no longer display and a pressure value will display in place of the dashes A system fault can occur due to any of the following 1 Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors 2 Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains materials that...

Page 436: ... in a different color An Inflate to XX message will also be displayed 3 After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h the TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF and the pressure value displayed will be updated and stop flashing or return to its original color as long as no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires Vehicles With Compa...

Page 437: ...mpact spare the TPMS will update automatically In addition the TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF and the graphic in the EVIC 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 infor...

Page 438: ...s not recom mended as it will not provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these engines Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experi ence these symptoms try another br...

Page 439: ...OT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso line containing more than 10 Ethanol Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability prob lems damage critical fuel system components cause emissions to exceed the applicable standard and or cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to illumi nate Pump labels should clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater than 10 Ethanol Problems that resu...

Page 440: ... manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane Gasoline blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and reduces emissions system performance in some vehicles The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without MMT be used in your vehicle The MM...

Page 441: ...ons control system Continued CAUTION Continued An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser vice Contact your authorized dealer for service assistance The use of fuel additives which are now being sol...

Page 442: ...osed area such as Continued WARNING Continued a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh outside air into the vehicle Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main tenance Have the exhaust system inspected every ...

Page 443: ...ion only covers those subjects that are unique to these vehicles Please refer to the other sections of this manual for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline only powered vehicles CAUTION Only vehicles with the E 85 fuel filler door label can operate on E 85 Ethanol Fuel E 85 E 85 is a mixture of approximately 85 fuel ethanol and 15 unleaded gasoline E 85 Badge ...

Page 444: ...lternat ing between E 85 and unleaded gasoline is recom mended When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that you do not add less than 5 gallons 19 Liters when refueling you drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at least 5 miles 8 km Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard starting and or significant deterioration in driveability during warm up NOTE Use seasonally ad...

Page 445: ...eet testing to provide additional protection to Chrysler Group LLC engines Use MOPAR威 or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS 6395 Starting The characteristics of E 85 fuel make it unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0 F 18 C In the range of 0 F 18 C to 32 F 0 C you may experience an increase in the time it takes for your engine to start and a deterioration in driveab...

Page 446: ...s with non ethanol compatible components can damage your vehicle Maintenance CAUTION Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85 in your vehicle It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect driveability ADDING FUEL 1 Press 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 444 STARTING AND OPERATING I n...

Page 447: ... holds the flapper door while refueling NOTE Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open 5 Fill the vehicle with fuel when the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full 6 Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door Fuel Filler Door 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 448: ... near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled Never add fuel when the engine is running This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula tions and may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while f...

Page 449: ...access 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 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 450: ...r Vehicle Identification Number 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 capac...

Page 451: ...d rear of the vehicle separately 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 item...

Page 452: ...railer 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 Refer to Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certifica...

Page 453: ...ont 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 You could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision Tongue Weight TW The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the ...

Page 454: ...tem works by applying lever age through spring load bars They 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 hydra...

Page 455: ...iler hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg Refer to the Trailer T...

Page 456: ...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 Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60 to 65 of the weight in the front of the trailer This places 10 to 15 of the Gross Trailer Weight GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the...

Page 457: ...ions 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 CAUTION Do not tow a trailer at all during the first...

Page 458: ...go that is not fully secured dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control You could lose control of your vehicle and have a collision When hauling cargo or towing a trailer do not overload your vehicle or trailer Overloading can cause a loss of control poor performance or dam age to brakes axle engine transmission steering suspension chassis structure or tires Safe...

Page 459: ...on placard 2 GTW Continued WARNING Continued 3 GAWR 4 Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch uti lized This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10 to 15 range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight Towing Requirements Tires Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe and satisfa...

Page 460: ...arrying capacity will not increase the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limits Towing Requirements Trailer Brakes Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes Whe...

Page 461: ...ed WARNING Continued Towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance When towing you should allow for addi tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you Failure to do so could result in a collision Towing Requirements Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring ...

Page 462: ...er to the following illustrations Four Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn Seven Pin Connector 1 Battery 5 Ground 2 Backup Lamps 6 Left Stop Turn 3 Right Stop Turn 7 Running Lamps 4 Electric Brakes 460 STARTING AND OPERATING I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 463: ...ARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation then change the transmission fluid and filter as specified for police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals Electronic Speed Control If Equipped Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads When using the speed control if you experience speed drops greater t...

Page 464: ... idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Two Wheel Drive And All Wheel Drive Recreational towing with all four wheels on the ground or using a tow dolly is NOT ALLOWED The 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 thi...

Page 465: ...s For Jacking 468 Jacking And Changing A Tire 469 Road Tire Installation 474 䡵 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES 475 Preparations For Jump Start 476 Jump Starting Procedure 477 䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE 479 䡵 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION 480 䡵 MANUAL PARK RELEASE 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION 3 6L Engine 481 䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 483 6 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 466: ...e the vehicle to seek assistance the Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even though the 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 w...

Page 467: ...nter remains on the H turn the engine off immediately and call for service WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot JACKING AND TIRE C...

Page 468: ...jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location Spare Tire Stowage The jack and spare tire are both stowed under an access cover in the trunk Follow these steps to access the jack and spare tire NOTE The spare tire mu...

Page 469: ...3 Remove the fastener securing the spare tire 4 Remove the spare tire Opening The Access Panel Spare Tire Fastener 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 467 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 470: ...lways stow 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 avoi...

Page 471: ...anging 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 transmission in PAR...

Page 472: ...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 Jacking Locations 470 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES I n f o r ma t i o...

Page 473: ...n 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 it up into position Fr...

Page 474: ...ip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts and tire 7 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 Rear Jacking Location 472 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 475: ...ts use and operation 8 Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the lug 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 9 Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise ...

Page 476: ...or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immediately Road Tire Installation 1 Mount the road tire on the axle 2 Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel Lightly tighten the lug nuts WA...

Page 477: ...discharged battery it can be jump started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully NOTE When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer s operating instructions and precautions CAUTION Do not use a portable b...

Page 478: ...n blades Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact 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 turn the ...

Page 479: ...rty damage due to battery ex plosion CAUTION Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle 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 negative e...

Page 480: ...the jumper cable from the negative post of the booster battery 8 Disconnect the positive jumper cable from the positive post of the booster battery 9 Disconnect the positive end of the jumper cable from the remote positive post of the discharged vehicle If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system in spected at your authorized dealer C...

Page 481: ...imize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle NOTE Press the ESC Off switch to place the Electronic Stability Control ESC system in Partial Off mode before rocking the vehicle Refer to Electronic Brake Control in Starting And Operating for further infor mation Once the vehicle has been freed press the ESC Off switch again to restore ...

Page 482: ... OVERRIDE 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever 1 Turn the engine OFF 2 Firmly apply the parking brake 3 Remove the rubber liner from the storage tray located next to the shifter on the center console 4 Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal 5 Ins...

Page 483: ...Manual Park Release will allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow vehicle Activating the Manual Park Release on an unsecured vehicle could lead to serious injury or death for those in or around the vehicle In order to push or tow the vehicle in cases where the transmission will not shift out of PARK such as a dead battery a Manual P...

Page 484: ... the Manual Park Release lever 2 Using a small screwdriver or similar tool fish the tether strap up through the opening in the console base 3 Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the center of the lever and disengage the spring steel lever locking tab by pushing it to the right Console Storage Bin Locking Tab 482 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 485: ...ide rearward away from the lever to unlatch the lever 2 Rotate the Manual Park Release lever forward and down to its original position until the locking tab snaps into place to secure the lever 3 Pull up gently on the 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 VEHIC...

Page 486: ... BEST METHOD BEST METHOD Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use only tow bars and other equipment designed 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 regard...

Page 487: ... the front or rear suspension components Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing Continued CAUTION Continued Do not push or tow this vehicle with another vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans mission may result The manufacturer does not recommend towing this vehicle using a tow dolly Vehicle damage may occur Flatbed towing is recommended DO NOT tow an AWD vehicle with the...

Page 488: ...h the rear wheels OFF the ground on a flatbed or with the rear wheels raised using a wheel lift and the transmission in NEUTRAL CAUTION Failure to follow these towing methods can cause severe engine or transmission damage Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Vehicles equipped with AWD can be towed with the transmission in NEUTRAL and the rear wheels OFF...

Page 489: ...LACEMENT PARTS 493 䡵 DEALER SERVICE 493 䡵 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 494 Engine Oil 495 Engine Oil Filter 498 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 498 Maintenance Free Battery 499 Air Conditioner Maintenance 501 Body Lubrication 504 Windshield Wiper Blades 504 Adding Washer Fluid 505 Exhaust System 505 Cooling System 508 Brake System 513 Automatic Transmission 516 7 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 490: ...ower Distribution Center 529 䡵 VEHICLE STORAGE 536 䡵 REPLACEMENT BULBS 536 䡵 BULB REPLACEMENT 537 Low Beam And High Beam Headlamp 537 Rear Backup Lamp And Turn Signal Lamps 539 License Lamp 540 䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES 541 䡵 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 542 Engine 542 Chassis 543 488 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 491: ...Air Cleaner Filter 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 6 Engine Oil Fill 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 Remote Jump Start Positive Battery Post 4 Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 492: ... Engine Oil Fill 2 Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 3 Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 Remote Jump Start Positive Battery Post 4 Air Cleaner Filter 8 Washer Fluid Reservoir 490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 493: ...l 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 engine is running severe catalytic conver...

Page 494: ...ave to start this test over 3 As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON position you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check 4 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 i...

Page 495: ...OPAR威 parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer s 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...

Page 496: ... 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 damage your engine trans...

Page 497: ...l 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 every fuel stop 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 the vehicle is on l...

Page 498: ...s of operating conditions the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler 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 engine oils CAUTION Do not use chemical...

Page 499: ...ining Your Vehicle for further information NOTE Vehicles equipped with a 5 7L engine must use SAE 5W 20 oil Failure to do so may result in improper operation of the Fuel Saver Technology Refer to Fuel Saver Technology If Equipped in Starting and Oper ating for further information Lubricants that do not have both the engine oil certifi cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number should n...

Page 500: ...cement The quality of replacement filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR威 engine oil filters are a high quality oil filter and are recommended Engine Air Cleaner Filter Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING The air induction system air cleaner hoses etc can provide a measure of protection ...

Page 501: ...aintenance Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic main tenance required NOTE The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump starting Refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies for further information Battery Location 7...

Page 502: ...mpounds Wash hands after handling The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnected and should only be replaced with a battery of the same type vented CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked posi tive and negati...

Page 503: ...arranty WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode injuring you Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail requiring costly repairs Refer to Warranty Information Book located on the DVD for further warranty information The air conditio...

Page 504: ...e only manufacturer approved A C system sealers stop leak products seal conditioners compressor oil and refrigerants A C Air Filter The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger side of the vehicle next to the windshield wipers When installing a new filter ensure its proper orientation 1 Remove the access door in the cowl screen b...

Page 505: ...w which is toward the rear of the vehicle text and arrows on the filter will indicate this 5 Close the filter access cover Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals Filter Access Cover A C Air Filter 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 506: ...ly a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner This will remove accumula tions of salt or road film Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterior...

Page 507: ...of your climate This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal 4 L of washer fluid when the message Low Washer Fluid appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC if equipped WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or workin...

Page 508: ...avoid breathing CO refer to Safety Tips Exhaust Gas in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information Continued WARNING Continued A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system Do not park or operate your ve hicle in areas where your exhaust system can con tact ...

Page 509: ...ons control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the...

Page 510: ... the onset of freezing weather where applicable If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant Check the front of the radiator for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for ...

Page 511: ... maintenance intervals Selection Of Coolant Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information CAUTION Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than specified Organic Additive Technology OAT en gine coolant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection Organic Additive Technology OAT engine cool ant is different and shou...

Page 512: ... prevent reducing this extended maintenance period it is important that you use the same engine coolant antifreeze throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology OAT engine coolant antifreeze When adding engine coolant antifreeze We recommend using MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula OAT Organic Additive Technology M...

Page 513: ...ze will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery tank The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution Never add engine coolant antifreeze when the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engi...

Page 514: ...icated on the bottle The radiator normally remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for engine coolant antifreeze freeze point or replacing cool ant Advise your service attendant of this As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month When additional engine coolant antifreeze is needed to...

Page 515: ... distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow hoses are 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 neces...

Page 516: ...ervices Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the FULL mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because 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 exp...

Page 517: ...y new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro longed braking resulting in sudden brake failure This could result in a collision Overfilling the brake fluid rese...

Page 518: ...uine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for fluid specifications It is important to maintain the transmission fluid at the correct level using the recommended fluid No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission only the approved lubricant should be used CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality ...

Page 519: ...ng conditions Routine fluid level checks are not required therefore the transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is provided Your authorized dealer can check your trans mission fluid level using special service dipstick If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the transmission fluid level checked Operating the vehicle with a...

Page 520: ...spect the differential fluid level remove the fill plug The fluid level should be even with or slightly below the bottom of the hole Fluid Changes Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals Rear Axle For normal service periodic fluid level checks are not required When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be inspecte...

Page 521: ...road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi tions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and underbody protection The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint a...

Page 522: ...d using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish CAUTION Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder that will scratch metal and painted surfaces Use of power washers exceeding 1 200 psi 8 274 kPa can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Special Care If you drive on salted or dusty roads or i...

Page 523: ... each wheel Use MOPAR威 Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Wheel And Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dust use MOPAR威 Wheel Cleaner CAUTI...

Page 524: ...威 Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Use MOPAR威 Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery MOPAR威 Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth Stubbor...

Page 525: ...steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPAR威 Glass Cleaner or any commercial household type glass cleaner Never use an abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna Do not use s...

Page 526: ... damage can also weaken the fabric If the belts need cleaning use MOPAR威 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 Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent with the cupholder...

Page 527: ...ter to get into the integrated power mod ule 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 fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corre...

Page 528: ...5 Amp Natural Anti Lock Brakes 7 Fuse Spare 8 Fuse Spare Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 9 20 Amp Yellow All Wheel Drive Module If Equipped 10 10 Amp Red Security 11 20 Amp Yellow Horns 12 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch 13 Fuse Spare 14 Fuse Spare 15 25 Amp Natural Transmission 16 Fuse Spare 526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 529: ... 23 Fuse Spare 24 Fuse Spare 28 25 Amp Natural Fuel Pump Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 29 15 Amp Blue Transmission Shifter 30 Fuse Spare 31 25 Amp Natural Engine Module 32 Fuse Spare 33 Fuse Spare 34 25 Amp Natural Powertrain 1 35 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain 2 36 10 Amp Red Anti Lock Brake Module 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 530: ...rbag Module 39 10 Amp Red Power Steering Module AC Clutch Relay 48 10 Amp Red AWD Module Front Axle Discon nect Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 49 Fuse Spare 50 Fuse Spare 51 20 Amp Yellow Vacuum Pump 52 Fuse Spare 53 Fuse Spare 528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 531: ...a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel This center contains fuses and relays Opening The Access Cover Rear Power Distribution Center 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 532: ... 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 Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 2 60 Amp Yel low Front PDC Feed 1 3 Fuse Spare 4 60 Amp Yel low Front PDC Feed 2 5 30 Amp Pin...

Page 533: ...ink Driver Door 11 30 Amp Pink Passenger Door Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 12 20 Amp Yel low Cigar Lighters Instru ment Panel Power Outlet Console Rear 15 40 Amp Green HVAC Blower 16 Fuse Spare 17 Fuse Spare 18 Fuse Spare 19 Fuse Spare 20 Fuse Spare 21 Fuse Spare 22 Fuse Spare 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 534: ...re Pressure Monitor 26 Fuse Spare 27 25 Amp Natu ral Amplifier Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 31 25 Amp Natu ral Power Seats 32 15 Amp Blue HVAC Module Cluster 33 15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch Wireless Module 34 10 Amp Red Steering Column Module Clock 532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 535: ...utlet Inside Arm Rest 40 Fuse Spare 41 Fuse Spare Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 42 30 Amp Pink Rear Defrost 43 25 Amp Natu ral Rear Heated Seats Steering Wheel 44 10 Amp Red Park Assist Blind Spot Camera 45 15 Amp Blue Cluster Rearview Mirror Compass 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 536: ...pension 49 Fuse Spare 50 Fuse Spare Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 51 20 Amp Yel low Front Heated Seats 52 10 Amp Red Heated Cupholders Rear Heated Seat Switches 53 10 Amp Red HVAC Module In Car Temperature Sensor 54 Fuse Spare 55 Fuse Spare 56 Fuse Spare 57 Fuse Spare 534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 537: ...re 62 Fuse Spare 63 Fuse Spare 64 25 Amp Natu ral Rear Windows Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 65 10 Amp Red Airbag Module 66 Fuse Spare 67 15 Amp Blue Run Sense 68 15 Amp Blue Illumination Rear Sunshade 69 Fuse Spare 70 Fuse Spare 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 538: ...ressor damage when the system is started again REPLACEMENT BULBS All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Rear Courtesy Reading Lamps W5W Rear Compartment Trunk Lamp 562 Overhead Console Read ing Lamps 578 Visor Vanity Lamps A6220 Glove Box Lamp If Equipped 194 Door...

Page 539: ...amp LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer Bulb Number Rear Sidemarker Lamp LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer Backup Lamp W21W Center High Mount Stop Lamp CHMSL LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer License W5W Rear Fog Lamp If Equipped LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer BULB REPLACEMENT Low Beam And High Beam Headlamp High Intensity Discharge Headlamps HID If Equipped The headlamps are a type of high volta...

Page 540: ... hue to the lights This diminishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds as the system charges Standard Low Beam And High Beam Headlamp 1 Open the hood NOTE Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlamp assembly on the driver side of the vehicle 2 Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun terclockwise and then pull it ...

Page 541: ...p assembly 5 Pull the tail lamp assembly away from the vehicle enough to access the electrical connector 6 Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side 7 Disconnect the electrical connector 8 Continue removing lamp from vehicle in order to access the bulb s 9 Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun terclockwise to remove it from the tail lamp assembly 10 Disconnect the bulb fro...

Page 542: ...ket assembly 3 Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb 4 Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly 5 Reattach the lamp to the rear fascia and then install the screws 1 License Lamp Bulb 2 Socket 540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 543: ...le Formula or equivalent 10 Quarts 9 5 Liters 5 7 Liter Engine without Severe Duty II Cooling System We rec ommend you use MOPAR威 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 14 5 Quarts 13 9 Liters 5 7 Liter Engine with Severe Duty II Cooling System We recom mend you use MOPAR威 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 15 Quarts 14 3 Liters Inclu...

Page 544: ...ap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil 5 7L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to the engine oil fill cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs 3 6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR威 Spark Plugs Spark Plugs 5 7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR威 Spark...

Page 545: ...1703 If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR威 Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent meeting MS 11655 such as Fuchs EG ZH 3044 or Pentosin CHF 11s Front Axle We recommend you use API GL 5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant Rear Axle We recommend you use API GL 5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant Transfer Case We recommend you use ...

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Page 547: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 546 Maintenance Chart 548 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 548: ...805 km On Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC equipped vehicles Oil Change Required will be dis played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound indicating that an oil change is necessary On Non EVIC equipped vehicles Change Oil will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime will sound indicating that an oil change is necessary Your authorized dealer will reset the oil cha...

Page 549: ...hedules 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 irregu lar wear even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with di...

Page 550: ...176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 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 Inspect the brake linings parking brake function X X X X X X X Inspect transfer case fluid All Wheel Drive Only X X X 8 M A I N T E...

Page 551: ...224 000 240 000 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 frequent trailer towing All Wheel Drive Only X X Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter X X X X X Replace cabin air conditioning filter X X X X X X X Replace spark plugs 3 6L engine X Replace spark plugs 5 7L engine X X X X X 8 M A I ...

Page 552: ... 10 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever comes first X X Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing five speed only X Change automatic transmission fluid and filter five speed only X Change transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet off road or f...

Page 553: ...00 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel Drive AWD change the front axle fluid if using your ve hicle for any of the following police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing X X X Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary X The spark plug change interval is mileage based only yearly intervals do not apply 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S ...

Page 554: ...oubt 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 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 552 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 555: ...CE 555 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 556 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 556 In Mexico contact 557 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 557 Service Contract 557 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION 558 䡵 MOPAR威 PARTS 559 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 559 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 559 In Canada 559 䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 560 9 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e ...

Page 556: ...䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 561 Treadwear 561 Traction Grades 561 Temperature Grades 562 554 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 557: ...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 dealer you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized deal...

Page 558: ...d 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 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 ...

Page 559: ...offered by Bell Canada For TTY teletypewriter users dial 711 and for Voice callers dial 1 800 855 0511 to connect with a Bell Relay Service operator Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer s ...

Page 560: ...o assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience You will be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addi tion certain fluids co...

Page 561: ... 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 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercar gov or write to Administra tor NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor ...

Page 562: ...th 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 problems on computer controlled vehicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshoot ing a...

Page 563: ...en tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in ...

Page 564: ...the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for thi...

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Page 566: ...ing Filter 351 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 501 Air Conditioning System 348 Air Pressure Tires 414 Alarm Light 301 Alarm Panic 23 Alarm Security Alarm 17 Alarm System Security Alarm 17 All Wheel Drive AWD 384 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 509 Disposal 512 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 393 Anti Lock Warning Light 301 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Alarm 17 Appearance C...

Page 567: ... 543 Axle Lubrication Axle Fluid 543 Battery 499 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 24 Location 499 Belts Seat 47 Body Mechanism Lubrication 504 B Pillar Location 408 Brake Assist System 396 Brake Control System Electronic 395 Brake Fluid 543 Brake Parking 390 Brake System 513 Anti Lock ABS 393 Fluid Check 514 Master Cylinder 514 Parking 390 Warning Light 302 Brake Transmission Interlock 365 Brig...

Page 568: ...Light Malfunction Indicator Light 299 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 94 Checks Safety 94 Child Restraint 72 Child Safety Locks 31 Clean Air Gasoline 437 Cleaning Wheels 521 Climate Control 341 Clock 336 Coin Holder 280 Cold Weather Operation 361 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 340 Compact Spare Tire 418 Computer Trip Travel 318 Connector UCI 337 Universal Consumer Interface UCI 337 Conserving Fuel 3...

Page 569: ... 71 Daytime Brightness Interior Lights 203 Daytime Running Lights 195 Dealer Service 493 Deck Lid Emergency Release 43 Deck Lid Power Release 41 Defroster Rear Window 286 Defroster Windshield 97 Delay Intermittent Wipers 204 Diagnostic System Onboard 491 Dimmer Switch Headlight 198 Dipsticks Oil Engine 495 Disabled Vehicle Towing 483 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 512 Door Locks 28 Door Locks ...

Page 570: ...ergency In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck 479 Hazard Warning Flasher 464 Jacking 465 Jump Starting 475 Overheating 464 Towing 483 Emergency Trunk Release 43 Emission Control System Maintenance 491 Engine 490 Air Cleaner 498 Block Heater 362 Break In Recommendations 93 Checking Oil Level 495 Compartment 489 Compartment Identification 489 Coolant Antifreeze 508 Cooling 508 Exhaust Gas Caution 95...

Page 571: ...System 95 Exterior Folding Mirrors 109 Exterior Lighting 192 Exterior Lights 99 Filler Location Fuel 300 Filters Air Cleaner 498 Air Conditioning 351 Engine Oil 498 Engine Oil Disposal 498 Flashers Hazard Warning 464 Turn Signal 99 Flash To Pass 198 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range 443 Engine Oil 443 Fuel Requirements 441 Maintenance 444 Replacement Parts 444 Starting 443 Flooded Engine Start...

Page 572: ...lision Warning 240 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 479 Fuel 436 Additives 439 Clean Air 437 Conserving 316 Ethanol 437 Filler Door Gas Cap 300 Gasoline 436 Gauge 300 Light 311 Materials Added 439 Methanol 437 Octane Rating 436 Requirements 436 Saver Mode 316 Specifications 542 Tank Capacity 541 Fuel Flexible 441 Fuel Optimizer 316 Fuel Saver 316 Fuses 525 Gasoline Clean Air 437 Gasoline Fuel 436 Conservin...

Page 573: ...wing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 387 Hazard Warning Flasher 464 Headlights 537 Automatic 193 Cleaning 523 Delay 193 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 198 Lights On Reminder 196 On With Wipers 193 Passing 198 Switch 192 Time Delay 193 Washers 505 Headlight Washers 505 Head Restraints 182 Head Rests 182 Heated Mirrors 112 Heated Seats 177 Heater Engine Block 362 High Beam Low Beam Select Dimmer ...

Page 574: ...ed Power Module Fuses 525 Interior Appearance Care 522 Interior Lights 201 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 204 Introduction 4 Jack Location 466 Jack Operation 465 Jump Starting 475 Key In Reminder 14 Keyless Enter N Go 32 Keyless Entry System 21 Keyless Go 12 Key Programming 17 Key Replacement 16 Keys 12 Key Sentry Immobilizer 15 Knee Bolster 57 Lane Change and Turn Signals 198 Lane Change Assist...

Page 575: ...ity Program ESP Indicator 401 Exterior 99 Fog 196 Hazard Warning Flasher 464 Headlights 192 Headlights On Reminder 196 Headlights On With Wipers 193 Headlight Switch 192 High Beam 198 High Beam Indicator 296 High Beam Low Beam Select 198 Illuminated Entry 20 Instrument Cluster 192 Intensity Control 201 Interior 201 License 540 Lights On Reminder 196 Low Fuel 311 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine ...

Page 576: ...447 Capacities 449 Tires 408 Load Leveling System 289 Locks 28 Automatic Door 30 Auto Unlock 31 Child Protection 31 Door 28 Power Door 30 Low Tire Pressure System 426 Lubrication Body 504 Maintenance Free Battery 499 Maintenance Procedures 494 Maintenance Schedule 546 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 299 Manual Service 560 Master Cylinder Brakes 514 Memory Feature Memory Seat 186 Memory Se...

Page 577: ...t Restraints 43 Occupant Restraints Sedan 60 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 436 Odometer 296 Oil Change Indicator 297 Oil Change Indicator Reset 297 Oil Engine 495 Capacity 541 Change Interval 314 Checking 495 Dipstick 495 Disposal 498 Filter 498 Filter Disposal 498 Identification Logo 496 Materials Added to 497 Recommendation 496 Synthetic 497 Viscosity 497 Oil Filter Selection 498 Onboard Diagnosti...

Page 578: ...rmation 409 Power Deck Lid Release 41 Distribution Center Fuses 529 Door Locks 30 Mirrors 111 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 272 Seats 173 Steering 389 Sunroof 265 Tilt Telescoping Steering Column 209 Windows 38 Power Steering Fluid 543 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 56 Preparation for Jacking 468 Pretensioners Seat Belts 55 Programming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 21 Radial Ply Tires 416 ...

Page 579: ...26 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 21 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 338 Remote Starting System 26 Remote Trunk Release 41 Replacement Bulbs 536 Replacement Keys 16 Replacement Parts 493 Replacement Tires 422 Reporting Safety Defects 559 Resetting Oil Change Indicator 297 Restraint Head 182 Restraints Child 72 Restraints Occupant 43 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck 479 Rotation Tires 425 Safety Checks Insi...

Page 580: ...tment 173 Easy Entry 189 Head Restraints 182 Heated 177 Height Adjustment 173 Memory 186 Power 173 Rear Folding 184 Seatback Release 184 Tilting 173 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 17 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 542 Sentry Key Immobilizer 15 Sentry Key Programming 17 Sentry Key Replacement 16 Service Assistance 555 Service Contract 557 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator 299 Service Man...

Page 581: ... Speedometer 300 Sport Mode 301 Starting 26 Automatic Transmission 358 Cold Weather 361 Engine Fails to Start 361 Remote 26 Starting and Operating 358 Starting Procedures 358 Steering Column Lock 208 Power 389 Tilt Column 208 Wheel Heated 210 Wheel Tilt 208 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 338 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 338 Storage 536 Storage Vehicle 350 Storing Your Vehicle 536 St...

Page 582: ...t 193 Tire and Loading Information Placard 408 Tire Markings 403 Tires 98 Aging Life of Tires 421 Air Pressure 413 Chains 423 Changing 465 Compact Spare 418 General Information 413 High Speed 416 Inflation Pressures 414 Jacking 465 Life of Tires 421 Load Capacity 408 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 426 Pressure Warning Light 297 Quality Grading 561 Radial 416 Replacement 422 Rotation 425 Safety 403 S...

Page 583: ...gue Weight 454 Wiring 459 Trailer Towing Guide 454 Trailer Weight 454 Transfer Case 518 Fluid 518 Maintenance 518 Transmission Automatic 363 Fluid 516 Maintenance 516 Shifting 363 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 24 Transmitter Programming Remote Keyless Entry 21 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE 21 Tread Wear Indicators 421 Trip Odometer 296 Trunk Lid Deck Lid 41 Trunk Release ...

Page 584: ...Oil 497 Warning Flasher Hazard 464 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 296 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 558 Washer Adding Fluid 505 Washers Windshield 205 Washing Vehicle 520 Water Driving Through 387 Wheel and Wheel Trim 521 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 521 Wind Buffeting 41 Window Fogging 350 Windows 38 Power 38 Windshield Defroster 97 Windshield Washers 203 Fluid 505 Wind...

Page 585: ...ble should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shielded coaxial cable Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio SWR Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than normal may require special precautions All installations should be checked for possible interference be tween the communication...

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