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GARAGE DOOR OPENER

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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Summary of Contents for Automobile

Page 1: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 233 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 313 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 385 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 405 10 INDEX 415 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 䡵 How To Use This Manual 4 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 6 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 6 䡵 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 1 ...

Page 4: ...tions in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle NOTE After you read the manual it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained tech nicians and genu...

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

Page 6: ... may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is on the left front corner of the instrument panel and 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 N...

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

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Page 9: ...14 Key In Ignition Reminder 15 䡵 Sentry Key威 15 Replacement Keys 16 Customer Key Programming 17 General Information 17 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm 18 Rearming Of The System 18 To Arm The System 18 To Disarm The System 19 䡵 Illuminated Entry System 20 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 To Unlock The Doors 21 To Lock The Doors 23 Express Down Window Feature 24 2 ...

Page 10: ...dows 32 Power Windows 32 Wind Buffeting 34 䡵 Trunk Lock And Release 34 䡵 Trunk Safety Warning 35 Trunk Emergency Release 36 䡵 Occupant Restraints 36 Lap Shoulder Belts 38 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure 43 Automatic Locking Retractors ALR Mode If Equipped 43 Seat Belt Pretensioners If Equipped 44 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert威 44 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 46 Seat Belt...

Page 11: ...ata Recorder EDR 59 Child Restraint 60 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 69 䡵 Safety Tips 70 Transporting Passengers 70 Exhaust Gas 71 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 72 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 73 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ...

Page 12: ...ess Ignition Node WIN The Wireless Ignition Node WIN operates similar to an ignition switch It has four operating positions three with detents and one that is spring loaded The detent posi tions are OFF ACC and RUN The START position is a spring loaded momentary contact position When re leased from the START position the switch automatically returns to the RUN position NOTE If your vehicle is equi...

Page 13: ...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 park ing NOTE Entering a vehicle using the emergency key with the theft alarm armed will results in the alarm sounding Insert the Key Fob even if the Key Fob battery is dead into the WIN to disarm theft alarm 1 OFF 2 ACCESSORY ACCESSORY 3 RUN 4 START 2 THINGS...

Page 14: ...he ignition switch position OFF ACC RUN Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped in Section 4 for more information NOTE The power window switches radio power sunroof if equipped and ignition powered power out lets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either door will cancel this feature The time for this fea...

Page 15: ...Fob is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob NOTE The Key In Ignition reminder only sounds when the Key Fob is placed in the OFF or ACC ignition position If your vehicle is equipped with Keyless Go opening the driver s door when the vehicle s ignition switch is placed in ACC or RUN engine stopped will cause the reminder c...

Page 16: ...eing shut off after two seconds If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle operation vehicle running for longer than 10 sec onds it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics Should this occur have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an authorized dealer NOTE The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System is not compatible with aftermarket remote starting systems Use of these...

Page 17: ... blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics A blank Key Fob is one that has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the authorized dealer Customer Key Programming Programming of Key Fobs and their RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer General Information The Sentry Key威 system complies with FCC rule...

Page 18: ... driver or passenger door is open or press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter After the last door is closed or if both doors are closed the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm itself in about 16 seconds During that time the Vehicle Security Light will flash If it does not illuminate the Vehicle Security Alarm is not arming In addition if you open a door during the arming perio...

Page 19: ...e Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm If one of the previously described arming sequences has oc curred the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not If you remain in the vehicle and open a door the alarm will sound If this occurs disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected th...

Page 20: ...ntrol is in the defeat position extreme downward position unless the overhead map reading lights are turned on manually REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors open the trunk or activate the Panic Alarm from dis tances up to approximately 66 ft 20 m using a hand held Key Fob with RKE transmitter The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle t...

Page 21: ... s door or both doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter Refer to Re mote Key Unlock under Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Electronic Vehicle In formation Center EVIC in Section 4 When not using the EVIC perform the following steps 1 Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds but no longer than 10 seconds...

Page 22: ...or unlocked with the RKE transmit ter This feature can be turned on or turned off Refer to Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock under Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Sec tion 4 When not using the EVIC perform the following steps 1 Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds but no longer t...

Page 23: ...th doors The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter This feature can be turned on or turned off Refer to Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock under Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Electronic Vehicle In formation Cent...

Page 24: ...ower completely To Open The Trunk Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times within five seconds to open the trunk Using The Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF press and hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one second and release When the Panic Alarm is on the headlights and park lights will flash the horn will pulse on and off and the interior ...

Page 25: ...itter apart Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during removal 2 Remove and replace the battery When replacing the battery match the sign on the battery to the sign on the inside of the battery clip located on the back cover Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbing alcohol 3 To reassemble the RKE ...

Page 26: ...airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter to start the engine conve niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security The system has a range of approxi mately 328 ft 100 m NOTE The vehicle must be equipped with an auto matic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start How To Use Remote Start A...

Page 27: ...lights will flash and the horn will chirp twice if programmed Then the engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15 minute cycle NOTE If an engine fault is present the vehicle will start and then shut down 10 seconds later The park lamps will turn on and remain on during Remote Start mode For security power window and power sunroof op eration if equipped are disa...

Page 28: ...rior to the end of the 15 minute cycle press and release the START STOP button If the START STOP button is not present insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the ON position NOTE For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Go feature the ignition switch must be in the ON position in order to drive the vehicle For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Go feature the message Inse...

Page 29: ... lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition and lock your vehicle Unsuper vised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries and death Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could...

Page 30: ...Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to operate If a door is open the Key Fob is in the ignition and the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position a chime will sound as a reminder to remove the Key Fob Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically if all of the following conditions are met 1 The Automatic Door Locks feature is enabled 2 The transmission is in gear 3 All doors are clo...

Page 31: ... driver door is opened 5 The doors were not previously unlocked 6 The vehicle speed is 0 mph 0 km h Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be enabled or disabled Refer to Unlock Doors Automati cally on Exit under Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Electronic Vehicle In formation Center EVIC in Section 4 When not using the EVIC ...

Page 32: ...did not enter the programming mode and you will need to repeat the procedure 6 Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting NOTE Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver s door control both of the door windows Power Window Switches 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHI...

Page 33: ...ress Down Window Fea ture in this section WARNING Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unattended children can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death AUTO Down Feature The driver s door power window switch and passenger door power window switch have an AU...

Page 34: ...rmal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with one window open then open the other window to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open then adjust the sunroof opening to mini mize the buffeting TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE The trunk lid can be released from inside the vehicle by pressing the Trunk Release button The button is located on the instrument panel...

Page 35: ... Open sym bol will display until the trunk is closed TRUNK SAFETY WARNING WARNING Do not allow children to have access to the trunk either by climbing into the trunk from outside or through the inside of the vehicle Always close the trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended Once in the trunk young children may not be able to escape even if they entered through the rear seat If trapped in the trunk...

Page 36: ...int systems Front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passen gers Advanced Front Airbags for driver and front passen ger Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains SABIC for the driver and passengers seated next to a window if equipped An energy absorbing steering column and steering wheel Knee bolsters blockers for front seat occupants Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners to enhanc...

Page 37: ...you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly Buckle up eve...

Page 38: ... move freely with you under normal conditions However in a collision the belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your v...

Page 39: ...er badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the front seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is contacting the seat when the belt is routed through the seat web guide When the belt is routed outside of the seat web guide the latch plate will cont...

Page 40: ...tect you as well In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snug A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger ous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs are not as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over ...

Page 41: ...too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision WARNING A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision The belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as pos sible and keep it snug A twisted belt cannot do its job as wel...

Page 42: ...late 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 disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged bent ret...

Page 43: ...oulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The Automatic Locking Mode is avail able on all passenger seating positions with a combina tion lap shoulder belt When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger seating position Children 12 years old and younger ...

Page 44: ... positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Like the airbags the pretension ers are single use items After a collision deploys the airbags and or pretensioners a deployed airbag and or pretensioner must be replaced immediately Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert姞 If the driver s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of star...

Page 45: ... to the RUN position 3 Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the RUN position unbuckle and then re buckle the driver s seat belt at least three times ending with the seat belt buckled NOTE Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn on while unbuckling the seat belt and turn off while re buckling the seat belt It may be necessary to retract the seat belt 4 Turn the ignition switch...

Page 46: ...ed only if the existing belt is not long enough When it is not required remove the extender and store it WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating posi tion Remove and store the extender when not needed Supplemental Restraint System SRS ...

Page 47: ...rotect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a win dow If the vehicle is equipped with SABIC airbags they are located above the side windows and their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during airbag deployment Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following Occupant Restraint Controll...

Page 48: ... which may receive information from the impact sensors at the front of the car The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires airbag deployment The timing of the second stage determines whether the output force is low medium or high If a low output is sufficient to meet the need the remaining gas in the inflator is expended WARNING Do not put anything on or around...

Page 49: ...at provided by the body structure Each airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The curtains deploy down ward covering both windows on the impact side NOTE Should a vehicle rollover occur the pretensioners and or SABIC airbags on both sides of the vehicle may deploy Airbag covers may not be obvio...

Page 50: ... Along with seat belts and pretensioners Advanced Front Airbags work with the knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Side airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection Knee Impact Bolsters The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger and position everyone for the best interaction with the Advanced ...

Page 51: ...er to information on Child Restraints in this section You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly All occupants should ALWAYS wear their lap and shoul der belts properly The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front Airbags room to inflate Do not lean against the door If ...

Page 52: ...irbag Deployment Sensors and Controls Occupant Restraint Controller ORC The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle The ORC determines if deployment of the front and or side airbags in a frontal or side collision is required Based on the impact sensors signals a central electronic ORC deploys the Advanced Front Airbags SABIC air bags if equipped and front seat ...

Page 53: ...s and also are needed to help keep you in position away from an inflating airbag The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN position If the key is in the OFF position in the ACC position or not in the ignition the airbags are not on and will not inflate The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the ai...

Page 54: ...ed to inflate the Advanced Front Airbags Different airbag inflation rates are possible based on the collision type and sever ity The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the bags inflate to their full size The bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes The...

Page 55: ...imate deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of whether or not an airbag should have deployed NOTE In a rollover the pretensioners and or SABIC airbags may deploy on both sides of the vehicle Front and Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts impact sensors aid the ORC in determining appropriate response to impact events Ad ditional sensors in the ORC determin...

Page 56: ... They are not caused by contact with chemicals They are not permanent and normally heal quickly However if you haven t healed significantly within a few days or if you have any blistering see your doctor immediately As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the non toxic gas used for airbag inflation These airbo...

Page 57: ...tem could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper vehicle body structure or add aftermarket side steps or running boards It is danger...

Page 58: ...d dealer Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision While the airbag system is designed to be mainte nance free if any of the following occurs have an authorized dealer service the system immediately The Airbag Warning Light does not come on for approximately six to eight seconds when the ignition switch is first turned RUN The light ...

Page 59: ...R data may not be recorded e g loss of battery power In conjunction with other data gathered during a complete accident investigation the electronic data may be used by Chrysler Group LLC and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle performance In addition to crash investigations initiated by Chrysler Group LLC such in...

Page 60: ...a with a particular crash record in an aggregate database provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter preserved 2 Used in defense of litigation involving a Chrysler Group LLC product 3 Requested by police under a legal warrant 4 Otherwise required by law Data parameters that are recorded Diagnostic trouble code s and warning light status for electronically controlled safety systems inc...

Page 61: ...rent sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt Always check the child seat Owner s Manual to ensure you have the correct seat for your child Use the restraint that is correct for your child Infants and Child Restraints Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one y...

Page 62: ...on are for children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and who are older than one year These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system Refer to LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren in this section The belt positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs 18 kg but who are still...

Page 63: ...na dian residents should refer to Transport Canada s web site for additional information http www tc gc ca roadsafety safedrivers childsafety index htm 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 manufacturer s directions ex actly when installing an infant or child restrai...

Page 64: ...is not in use secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle Do not leave it loose in the vehicle In a sudden stop or collision it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren Your vehicle s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH The ...

Page 65: ...ons have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH compatible child seats You should NEVER install LATCH compatible child seats so that two seats share a common lower anchorage If installing child seats in adjacent rear seating positions or if your child restraints are not LATCH compatible install the restraints using the vehi cle s seat belts Installing the LATCH Compatible Child R...

Page 66: ...means of adjusting the tension in the strap Forward facing toddler restraints and some rear facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors ...

Page 67: ...sitive child Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an in...

Page 68: ...ss webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint Any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasion ally and pull it tight if necessary To attach a child restraint tether strap 1 Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint 2 Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anc...

Page 69: ...E BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the drivetrain engine transmission and rear axle in your new vehicle Drive moderately during the first 500 mi 800 km After the initial 60 mi 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in However w...

Page 70: ...culty SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your v...

Page 71: ... windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is da...

Page 72: ...lt or retractor condition replace the belt Airbag Warning Light The light should come on and remain on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light is not lit during starting see your authorized dealer If the light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an autho rized dealer Defroster Check operation by selecting ...

Page 73: ...ghts Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid o...

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Page 75: ...ture 80 Power Mirrors 80 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 81 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors 81 Slide On Rod And Extender Features Of Sun Visor 81 䡵 uconnect phone If Equipped 82 Operation 84 Phone Call Features 92 uconnect phone Features 95 Advanced Phone Connectivity 100 Things You Should Know About Your uconnect phone 102 General Information 110 3 ...

Page 76: ... 120 Easy Entry Seats 121 Folding Rear Seat 122 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 123 䡵 Lights 124 Headlights And Parking Lights 124 Automatic Headlights 125 Headlights On With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only 125 Headlight Time Delay 125 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 126 Lights On Reminder 126 Fog Lights 126 Multifunction Lever 127 Turn Signals 127 Lane Change Assist 128 76 UNDERST...

Page 77: ...Headlights Only 132 䡵 Tilt Telescoping Steering Column 133 䡵 Electronic Speed Control 134 To Activate 134 To Set A Desired Speed 135 To Deactivate 135 To Resume Speed 135 To Vary The Speed Setting 136 To Accelerate For Passing 136 䡵 Overhead Console 138 Courtesy Reading Lights 138 Sunglasses Storage 138 䡵 Garage Door Opener 139 Programming HomeLink威 140 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 143 Using...

Page 78: ...h Protect Feature 147 Pinch Protect Override 147 Venting Sunroof Express 148 Sunshade Operation 148 Wind Buffeting 148 Sunroof Maintenance 148 Ignition Off Operation 148 Sunroof Fully Closed 148 䡵 Electrical Power Outlets 149 䡵 Cupholders 151 Front Cupholders 151 Rear Cupholders 152 䡵 Console Features 152 Sliding Center Console Armrest 152 Console Storage 153 䡵 Rear Window Features 154 Rear Window...

Page 79: ...or during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirror s to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror NOTE The passenger side convex outside mirror will give a much wider view to the...

Page 80: ...ve exterior 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 Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver s door trim panel next to the power door lock switch A rotary knob selects the left mirror right mirror or off position After selecting a mirror move t...

Page 81: ...se the mirror rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward The light turns on automatically Close the mirror cover to turn off the light Slide On Rod and Extender Features of Sun Visor To use the Slide On Rod feature of the sun visor rotate the sun visor downward and swing the sun visor so it is parallel to the side window grabbing the sun visor with your left hand pull rearward...

Page 82: ...nds e g Call ѧ Mike ѧ Work or Dial ѧ 248 555 1212 Your cellular phone s audio is transmitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the uconnect phone NOTE The uconnect phone requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth威 Hands Free Profile Ver sion 0 96 or higher See the uconnect website for supported phones For uconnect customer suppo...

Page 83: ...as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle s uconnect phone The uconnect phone allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to the system Only one linked or paired cellular phone can be used with the system at a time The system is available in English Spanish or French languages WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions followin...

Page 84: ... radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control right switch if so equipped The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the uconnect phone such as CELL or caller ID on certain radios Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the uconnect phone and to navigate through the uconnect phone menu structure Voice commands are required after most uconnect phone prompts...

Page 85: ...ons at any prompt say Help following the beep The uconnect phone will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help To activate the uconnect phone from idle simply press the button and follow the audible prompts for directions All uconnect phone sessions begin with a press of the button on the radio control head Cancel Command At any prompt after the beep you can say Cancel and you will b...

Page 86: ...e You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between one and seven with one being the highest priority You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your uconnect phone However at any given time only one cellular phone can be in use connected to your uconnect phone The priority allows the uconnect phone to know which cellular phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in t...

Page 87: ...stored name entry in the uconnect phonebook or downloaded phonebook To learn how to store a name in the phonebook refer to Add Names to Your uconnect Phonebook in the phonebook The uconnect system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number which may appear in the display of certain radios Add Names to Your uconnect Phonebook NOTE Adding names to the uconnect phonebook is re...

Page 88: ...r phone uconnect phone automati cally downloads your cellular phone s phonebook Phonebook Download Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Cellular Phone If equipped and specifically supported by your phone uconnect phone automatically downloads names text names and number entries from the cellular phone s phonebook Specific Bluetooth威 Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature See u...

Page 89: ... If equipped and supported by your phone uconnect phone allows the user to download entries from their phone via Bluetooth威 To use this feature press the button and say Phonebook Download The system prompts Ready to accept V card entry via Bluetooth威 The system is now ready to accept phone book entries from your phone using the Bluetooth威 Object Exchange Profile OBEX Please see your phone Owner s ...

Page 90: ...ing beep say Phonebook Edit You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit Next choose the number designation home work cellular or pager that you wish to edit When prompted recite the new phone number for the phonebook entry that you are editing After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in the...

Page 91: ...press the button while the uconnect phone is playing the desired entry and say Delete After you enter the name the uconnect phone will ask you which designation you wish to delete home work cellular pager or all Say the designation you wish to delete Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited Delete Erase...

Page 92: ...nnect phone will then prompt you as to the number designation you wish to call The selected number will be dialed Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the uconnect phone if the feature s are available on your cellular service plan For example if your cellular service plan provides three way calling this feature can be accessed through the uconnect phone Check with you...

Page 93: ...o make a second call while you are currently on a call press the button and say Dial or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress To go back to the first call refer to Toggling Between Calls in this section To combine two calls refer to Conference Call in this section Place Retrieve a Call From Hold To ...

Page 94: ...e active call s will be terminated and if there is a call on hold it will become the new active call If the active call is terminated by the far end a call on hold may not become active automatically This is cell phone dependent To bring the call back from hold press and hold the button until you hear a single beep Redial Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say ...

Page 95: ... Language Selection To change the language that the uconnect phone is using Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the language you wish to switch to English Espanol or Francais Continue to follow the system prompts to complete the language selection After selecting one of the languages all prompts and voice commands will be in that language NOTE Af...

Page 96: ...ico The number dialed may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area If supported this number may be programmable on some systems To do this press the button and say Setup followed by Emergency The uconnect phone does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cellular phone directly WARNING Your phone must be turned on and paired to the ...

Page 97: ...pt for pagers of certain companies which time out a little too soon to work properly with the uconnect phone Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail refer to Working with Automated Systems Working with Automated Systems This method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while navigating through an automated telephone system You ...

Page 98: ...en send the corresponding phone number associated with the phonebook entry as tones over the phone NOTE You may not hear all of the tones due to cellular phone network configurations This is normal Some paging and voice mail systems have system time out settings that are too short and may not allow the use of this feature Barge In Overriding Prompts The Voice Recognition button can be used when yo...

Page 99: ...while dialing via the cellular phone keypad the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth威 cellular phone the audio will be played through your vehicle s audio system The uconnect phone will work the same as if you dial the number using voice recognition NOTE Certain brands of cellular phones do not send the dial ring to the uc...

Page 100: ...d say Transfer Call Connect or Disconnect Link Between the uconnect phone and Cellular Phone Your cellular phone can be paired with many different electronic devices but can only be actively connected with one electronic device at a time If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth威 connection between a uconnect phone paired cellular phone and the uconnect phone follow the instructions...

Page 101: ...d follow the prompts You can also press the button at any time while the list is being played and then choose the phone that you wish to select The selected phone will be used for the next phone call If the selected phone is not available the uconnect phone will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near approximately within 30 ft 9 m the vehicle Delete uconnect phone Paired Cel...

Page 102: ... Setup Voice Train ing command Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the uconnect phone For best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked with the engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only To restore the Voice Recognition syste...

Page 103: ... through an automated system such as voice mail or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string make sure to say Send Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is not in motion is recommended It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the uconnect phonebook Phonebook Downloaded and uconnect phone Lo cal name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not ...

Page 104: ... at the far end can sometimes be reduced by lowering the in vehicle audio volume In a convertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Bluetooth威 Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the uconnect phone When this happens the connec tion can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off on Your cellular phone is recom...

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Page 108: ...ive six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all Voice Commands Primary Alternate s call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 109: ...ing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate s return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call uconnect Tutorial try again voice training work yes 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 ...

Page 110: ...ept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation VOICE RECOGNITION VR SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Voice Recognition VR System Operation This Voice Recognition system allows you to control your AM FM radio satellite radio disc player and a memo recorder NOTE Take care to speak into the Voice Interface System as calmly and normally as possible The ability of the Voice I...

Page 111: ...n while the system is speaking is known as barging in The system will be interrupted and after the beep you can add or change commands This will become helpful once you start to learn the options NOTE At any time you can say the words Cancel Help or Main Menu These commands are universal and can be used from any menu All other commands can be used depending upon the active application For example ...

Page 112: ...while the Voice Recogni tion VR system is speaking Please note the volume setting for VR is different than the audio system Main Menu Start a dialogue by pressing the button You may say Main Menu to switch to the main menu In this mode you can say the following commands Radio to switch to the radio mode Disc to switch to the disc mode Memo to switch to the memo recorder System Setup to switch to s...

Page 113: ...say Sat or Satellite Radio In this mode you may say the following com mands Channel Number to change the channel by its spoken number Next Channel to select the next channel Previous Channel to select the previous channel List Channel to hear a list of available channels Select Name to say the name of a channel Radio Menu to switch to the radio menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu Disc To swi...

Page 114: ...ording Play Memos to play previously recorded memos During the playback you may press the button to stop playing memos You proceed by saying one of the following commands Repeat to repeat a memo Next to play the next memo Previous to play the previous memo Delete to delete a memo Delete All to delete all memos System Setup To switch to system setup say Setup In this mode you may say the following ...

Page 115: ...best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only SEATS Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle They need to be used properly for safe operation of the vehicle WARN...

Page 116: ...ard and backward as well as up and down to control the position of the seat The power seatback switch is used to adjust the angle of the seatback Push forward or rearward on the switch to change the position of the seatback Power Seat Switches 1 Power Seat Control 2 Power Seatback Control 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 117: ... seat only while the vehicle is parked CAUTION Do not place any article under a power seat as it may cause damage to the seat controls Manual Front Seatback Recline To recline 1 Lean forward in the seat and lift the handle then lean back to the desired position and release the handle 2 Lift the handle to return the seatback to an upright position Recline Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR ...

Page 118: ...at belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Lumbar Support This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support Turn the control lever for ward to increase and rearward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support Lumbar Support 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 119: ...de and push downward on the head restraint WARNING Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision The head restraints should always be checked prior to operating the vehicle and never adjusted while the vehicle is in motion Always adjust the head restraints when the vehicle is in PARK Adjustable Head Restrai...

Page 120: ... Low and none for Off Press the switch once to select High level heat ing Press the switch a second time to select Low level heating Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off If high level heating is selected the system will automati cally switch to the low level after 30 minutes of continu ous operation At that time the number of indicators illuminated changes from two to one...

Page 121: ...ods Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Easy Entry Seats Pulling upward on the lever located on the seatback allows the seatback to dump forward and the seat to slide forward You can also temporarily remove the seat belt from the guide loop on the seat and allow the seat belt to retract out of the way...

Page 122: ...t the seatback is securely locked into position If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and or passengers An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle with the rear seatbacks in the locked up or folded down position should not be used as a play area by children when the ve...

Page 123: ...lease lever located under the left side of the instrument panel 2 Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood Hood Release Lever Hood Safety Catch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 ...

Page 124: ... latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision You could have a collision Be sure the hood latch is fully latched before driving LIGHTS Headlights and Parking Lights The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel This switch controls the operation of the headlights parking lights instrument panel lights instru ment panel light dimming in...

Page 125: ...TO position NOTE The engine must be running before the head lights will come on in the automatic mode Headlights On with Wipers Available with Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn off when the wipers are tur...

Page 126: ...le Features under Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights whenever the ignition is placed in the RUN position the headlights are off and the parking brake is released The headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime driving Lights On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights...

Page 127: ...tifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn signals headlight beam selection and passing lights The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights Multifunction Leve...

Page 128: ...m Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam Pull the multifunction lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam Flash to Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you This will turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released Overhead Console Map Reading Lights T...

Page 129: ...ion or cycle the light switch Dimmer Control The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel With the parking lights or headlights on rotating the dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of the in strument panel lights and if so equipped the lighting in the door map pockets door handles and cupholders Dome Light Position Rotate ...

Page 130: ...o when the parking 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 RUN position The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent past the intermittent settings for low speed wiper operation or to the s...

Page 131: ...rval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 23 seconds between cycles WARNING Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use Mist Feature Push th...

Page 132: ...he wipers will operate for three wipe cycles and then turn off Headlights On With Wipers Available with Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the A AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by thi...

Page 133: ... steering wheel upward or downward 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 inward until fully engaged WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving The telescoping adjustment must be locked while driv ing Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or d...

Page 134: ...perated simultaneously If this occurs the Electronic Speed Con trol System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed To Activate Push and release the ON OFF button located on the end of the Electronic Speed Control lever The indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate to show that the speed control system is o...

Page 135: ...ear when in the Autostick威 mode if equipped Electronic Speed Control may not engage if a different size tire is installed on one wheel such as the compact spare tire To Deactivate The system will disable Electronic Speed Control without erasing the memory if you Softly tap the brake pedal Press the brake pedal or press the clutch pedal to the floor manual transmission Pull the speed control lever ...

Page 136: ... is tapped speed increases so tapping the Electronic Speed Control lever three times will increase speed by 3 mph 4 8 km h etc To decrease speed while Electronic Speed Control is set push down and hold the Electronic Speed Control lever in SET DECEL If the lever is continually held in the SET DECEL position the set speed will continue to decrease in 5 mph 10 km h increments until the lever is rele...

Page 137: ...e set speed 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 An accident could be the result Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on...

Page 138: ...econd time to turn off the light These lights also turn on when a door is opened when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is pressed or when the dimmer control is turned fully upward past the second detent Sunglasses Storage At the rear of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses The storage compartment access is a push push design Pus...

Page 139: ...g or home security systems The HomeLink威 unit operates off your vehicle s battery The HomeLink威 buttons are located in the overhead console and contain one two or three dots lines desig nating the different HomeLink威 channels NOTE HomeLink威 is disabled when the Vehicle Secu rity Alarm is active HomeLink威 Buttons 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 ...

Page 140: ... a dan gerous gas Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death Programming HomeLink姞 Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink威 buttons erase all channels before you begin training To do this press and hold the two outside buttons for up to 20 seconds The EVIC will display CLEARING CHANNELS Release the buttons...

Page 141: ... cases The garage door may open and close while you train NOTE Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Programming section 4 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink威 button If the channel has been trained the EVIC display will now state CHANNEL TRANSMIT If the EVIC display still states CHANNEL TRAIN ING repe...

Page 142: ...ss the programmed HomeLink威 button twice holding the button for two seconds each time If the device is plugged in and activates programming is complete If the device does not activate press the button a third time for two seconds to complete the training If you have any problems or require assistance please call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for information or ass...

Page 143: ... while you press and release every two seconds cycle your handheld transmitter until HomeLink威 has successfully accepted the frequency signal The EVIC display will change from CHANNEL TRAIN ING to CHANNEL TRAINED If you unplugged the device for training plug it back in at this time Then proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink威 earlier in this section Using HomeLink姞 To operate press and rel...

Page 144: ...hen the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威 here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original transmitter Press the LEARN button on the garage door opener to complete the training for rolling code Did you unplug the device for training and remember to plug it back in If you are having any problems or req...

Page 145: ...ot expressly approved by the party responsible for compli ance could void the user s authority to operate the device The term IC before the certification registration num ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifi cations were met POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console Power Sunroof Switch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEAT...

Page 146: ...red or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are also properly secured Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof Never allow your fingers other body parts or any object to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result Opening Sunroof Partially Press and hold the switch in the rearward position Release the switch when...

Page 147: ...elease and the sunroof will close automatically from any position The sunroof will close fully and stop automatically This is called Express Close During Express Close operation any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof Pinch Protect Feature This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation If an ob struction in the path of the sunr...

Page 148: ... 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 sunroof open then adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Sunroof Maintenance Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel Ignition Off Operation The power sunroof switch will remain active fo...

Page 149: ...ront power outlet can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide power when the ignition is placed in the OFF position NOTE To ensure proper operation a MOPAR威 knob and element must be used Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts The center console power outlet is powered directly from the battery power available at all times Items plugged into this power outlet may...

Page 150: ...etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehi...

Page 151: ...outlet can cause damage CUPHOLDERS Front Cupholders The front cupholders are located in the center console Illuminated Front Cupholders If Equipped The front cupholders are illuminated with LEDs They are turned on with the headlights or parking lights Refer to Interior Lights under Lights in Section 3 Front Cupholders 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 ...

Page 152: ...ide conve nient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining a resting place for the rear occupants elbows CONSOLE FEATURES Sliding Center Console Armrest The center console armrest slides forward with three detents to provide flexibility for comfort cupholder use and shifting ease Rear Cupholders Sliding Console Armrest 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 153: ... coin holder designed to hold various size coins The center console may also be equipped with a Universal Consumer Interface UCI UCI supports Mini 4G Photo Nano 5G iPod威 and iPhone威 devices Refer to Universal Consumer Interface UCI If Equipped in Section 4 for further informa tion Center Console 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 ...

Page 154: ...e NOTE To prevent excessive battery drain use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements Use care when washing the inside of the rear window Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements L...

Page 155: ...on Center EVIC 171 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 173 Engine Oil Change Indicator System 174 Trip Functions 175 Performance Features 177 Keyless Go Display If Equipped 180 Compass Display 181 Driver Selectable Surround Sound DSS If Equipped 183 System Warnings Customer Information Features 184 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 184 4 ...

Page 156: ...io Play 193 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 195 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 198 䡵 Sales Code RES RSC AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player MP3 AUX Jack And Sirius Radio 198 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 199 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 204 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 206 List Button CD Mode For MP3 Play 209 Info Button CD Mode For MP3 Play 209 䡵 Universal Consumer I...

Page 157: ...Reception Quality 217 Operating Instructions uconnect studios Satellite Mode 217 Operating Instructions uconnect phone If Equipped 219 䡵 Kicker威 High Performance Sound System With Driver Selectable Surround DSS If Equipped 220 䡵 Remote Sound System Controls If Equipped 221 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 222 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 223 䡵 Climate Controls 223 Manual Air Conditioning And Hea...

Page 158: ...tlets 5 Heated Seat Switch 9 Ignition Switch 2 Instrument Cluster 6 ESP OFF Switch 10 Trunk Release Button 3 Glove Compartment 7 Hazard Warning Switch 11 Headlight Switch 4 Radio 8 Climate Control 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 159: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 ...

Page 160: ...e red segments indicate the maximum permissible engine revolutions per minute RPM x 1000 for each gear range Ease up on the accelerator before reaching the red area 6 Charging System Warning Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg ing system The light should turn on when the ignition switch is first placed in RUN and remain on briefly as a bulb check If the light stays on or turn...

Page 161: ...ler for service as soon as possible If the light is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required In this case you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing Also have the system checked by an authorized dealer if the light does not come on during starting 8 Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine c...

Page 162: ...em is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself refer to Section 7 and follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph 9 Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated NOTE...

Page 163: ...tor and apply as little throttle as possible Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and do not switch off the Electronic Stability Program ESP 13 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator Light Brake Assist System BAS Warning Light The malfunction light for the Electronic Stabil ity Program ESP is combined with Brake Assist System BAS The yellow ESP BAS Warning Light comes...

Page 164: ... when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood 15 High Beam Indicator This indicator will turn on when the high beam headlights are on Push the multifunction lever away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights to high beam 16 Seat Belt Reminder L...

Page 165: ...cian should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the repair or service If s he cannot do so then the odometer must be set at zero and a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was before the repair or service It is a good idea for you to make a record of the odometer reading before the repair service so that you can be sure that it is properly reset or that...

Page 166: ...on or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti Lock Brake System ABS Electronic Stability Program ESP sys tem In this case the light will remain on until 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 res...

Page 167: ...hould illuminate for approxi mately two seconds The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized dealer The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch placed in the RUN position NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied...

Page 168: ...t the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure 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 i...

Page 169: ...his light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System ABS The light will turn on when the ignition switch is placed in the RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate nor...

Page 170: ...rough several of your typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system It also could affect fuel economy and drivability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required WARNING A malfunct...

Page 171: ... pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel The EVIC consists of the following System Status Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays Tire Pressure Monitor System Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Compass Display Outside Temperature Display Trip Computer Functions uconnect phone Displays If Equipped uconnect gps Screens If Equipped Audio Mode Display Electronic Vehicle ...

Page 172: ...so functions as a remote sound system control Refer to Remote Sound System Controls in this section SCROLL Button Press the SCROLL button to scroll through Trip Functions Performance Pages uconnect gps If Equipped System Status Messages and Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features The SCROLL button also functions as a remote sound system control Refer to Remote Sound System Controls in thi...

Page 173: ...hime Right Front Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Personal Settings Not Available Vehicle Not in PARK Left Right Door Ajar Door s Ajar with a single chime if vehicle is in motion Trunk Ajar with a single chime Oil Change Required Low Washer Fluid with a single chime Channel Transmit Channel Training Channel Trained Clearing Channels Cha...

Page 174: ...h Driver Selectable Surround Sound DSS Audio Surround If Equipped with Driver Selectable Surround Sound DSS 0 60 mph 0 100 km h Braking Distance 1 8 Mile 1 4 Mile Instantaneous G Force Peak G Force Digital Speedometer Engine Oil Change Indicator System Oil Change Required Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The Oil Change Required message will flash in the EVIC disp...

Page 175: ...e ignition switch to the ON position Do not start the engine 2 Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF LOCK position NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure Trip Functions Press and release the MENU button until one of ...

Page 176: ...iving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle regardless of the DTE displayed value When the DTE value is less than 30 miles 48 km estimated driving distance the DTE display will change to a text display of LOW FUEL This display will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the LOW ...

Page 177: ...uring this three second window Performance Features WARNING Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor mance Features is intended for off highway or off road use only and should not be done on any public roadways It is recommended that these features be used in a controlled environment and within the limits of the law The capabilities of the vehicle as measured by the performance pages must...

Page 178: ... when the vehicle speed is at 0 mph 0 km h The word READY will flash when conditions are met for the event to begin Dashes will display if the vehicle fails to reach 60 mph 100 km h in less then 10 seconds The time will continue to display until the FUNCTION SELECT button is pressed Pressing the FUNCTION SELECT button will clear the current run time and display the vehicle s best 0 60 mph 0 100 km...

Page 179: ...ECT button will clear the current run and prepare the cluster to record a new run 1 8 Mile 1 4 Mile When selected this screen displays the time it takes the vehicle to travel 1 8 mile 1 4 mile within 30 seconds and the vehicle s speed when it reaches 1 8 mile 1 4 mile The feature will ready when the vehicle is at 0 mph 0 km h The word READY will flash when condi tions are met for the event to begi...

Page 180: ...As the G Force falls the peak forces will continue to display Pressing the FUNCTION SELECT button will clear the peak force values Digital Speedometer When selected this screen displays vehicle speed and records top speed Press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for three seconds to toggle between current speed and top speed To reset top speed quickly press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button ...

Page 181: ...readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing Press and release the HOME button to display one of eight compass readings and the outside temperature Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to set the compass manually When the vehicle is new the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display CAL until the compass is calibrated You may a...

Page 182: ...tal or metallic objects until the CAL message turns off The compass will now function normally Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North To compensate for the differences the 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 provid...

Page 183: ...proper variance zone is selected according to the map 5 Press and release the HOME button to exit Driver Selectable Surround Sound DSS If Equipped Press and release the MENU button until Surround Sound displays in the EVIC The EVIC provides infor mation on the current surround mode Stereo Audio Surround While in the Surround Sound menu press the FUNC TION SELECT button to change surround modes Com...

Page 184: ...eatures when the transmission is in PARK Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set tings displays in the EVIC Use the SCROLL button to display one of the following choices Language When in this display you may select one of three languages for all display nomenclature including the trip functions and the uconnect gps if equipped Press the FUNCTION SELECT button while in this display to ...

Page 185: ...button twice to unlock the passen ger door When All Doors 1st Press is selected both of the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until Driver Door 1st Press or All Doors 1st Press appears Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock When ON is selected a short horn sound will occur when the RKE transmitter ...

Page 186: ...lease the FUNCTION SELECT button until 0 30 60 or 90 appears Hill Start Assist HSA If Equipped When on is selected the HSA system is active Refer to HSA Hill Start Assistance under Electronic Brake Control System in Section 5 of this manual for system function and operating information To make your selec tion press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until ON or OFF appears Turn Headlights On w...

Page 187: ...d Metric units of measure To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until ENGLISH or MET RIC appears SALES CODE RER REN AM FM CD DVD RADIO IF EQUIPPED NOTE The sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit s faceplate The REN and RER radios contain a CD DVD player USB port and a 30 gigabyte hard drive HDD Sirius Satellite Radio is optional The 6 5 in 16 5 cm t...

Page 188: ...yed The clock setting menu will appear on the screen 4 To move the hour forward touch the screen where the word Hour with the arrow pointing upward is dis played To move the hour backward touch the screen where the word Hour with the arrow pointing down ward is displayed 5 To move the minute forward touch the screen where the word Min with the arrow pointing upward is displayed To move the minute ...

Page 189: ...een 3 When this feature is on a check mark will appear in the box next to the words Show Time if Radio is Off Touch the screen where the words Show Time if Radio is Off are displayed to change the current setting Changing the Time Zone 1 Turn on the radio 2 Touch the screen where the time is displayed The clock setting menu will appear on the screen 3 Touch the screen where the words Set Time Zone...

Page 190: ...ary Push the ON VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio Push the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be ...

Page 191: ... right side TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save time change 5 To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows ...

Page 192: ...d level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to exit setting tone balance and fade AM FM Button Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory press the SET RND button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select th...

Page 193: ...ructions CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio This radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks Inserting Compact Disc s Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label...

Page 194: ...sed and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF NOTE Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on convertible or s...

Page 195: ... button to move to the next ran domly selected track Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files however acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited When writing MP3 files pay attention to the following restric tions Supported Media Disc Types The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CDDA CD R CD RW M...

Page 196: ...ed by the radio Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files including MP3 files Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after writing are most likely multisession discs The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the MP3 exten...

Page 197: ...ed the radio checks all files on the medium If the medium contains a lot of folders or files the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following Media CD RW media may take longer to load than CD R media Medium formats Multisession discs may take longer to load than non multisession discs Number of files and folders L...

Page 198: ...TE The AUX device must be turned on and the device s volume set to proper level If the AUX audio is not loud enough turn the device s volume up If the AUX audio sounds distorted turn the device s volume down TIME Button Auxiliary Mode Press this button to change the display to time of day The time of day will display for five seconds when ignition is OFF SALES CODE RES RSC AM FM STEREO RADIO WITH ...

Page 199: ...ext listenable station in AM FM mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it Voice Recognition System Radio If Equipped Refer to Voice Recognition System VR in Section 3 Voice Recognition Button uconnect phone If...

Page 200: ...to save time change 5 To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button For vehicles equipped with satellite radio press the SETUP button use the TUNE SCROLL control to select SET CLOCK and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio press the SETUP button and then follow the above procedu...

Page 201: ...se the treble tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rea...

Page 202: ...ountry Country Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious Talk Rel Talk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather 202 UNDERSTANDING ...

Page 203: ...After adjusting the hours press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save time change AM FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pus...

Page 204: ...UX Button Pressing the DISC AUX button will allow you to switch from AM FM modes to DISC AUX mode Operation Instructions CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio This radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact...

Page 205: ...ed and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF NOTE Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on convertible or so...

Page 206: ... to move to the next ran domly selected track Press the SET RND button a second time to stop Ran dom Play Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files however acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited When writing MP3 files pay attention to the following restric tions Supported Media Disc Types The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CDDA CD R CD RW MP3...

Page 207: ... by the radio Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files including MP3 files Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after writing are most likely multisession discs The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the MP3 exten s...

Page 208: ...ded the radio checks all files on the medium If the medium contains a lot of folders or files the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following Media CD RW media may take longer to load than CD R media Medium formats Multisession discs may take longer to load than non multisession discs Number of files and folders ...

Page 209: ...lapsed time priority mode Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and the radio will display song titles for each file Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds to return to elapsed time display Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player...

Page 210: ...ate RER REN or REZ User s Manual UCI is available only if equipped as an option with these radios This feature allows you to plug an iPod威 into the vehicle s sound system through a 16 pin connector using the provided interface cable UCI supports Mini 4G Photo Nano 5G iPod威 and iPhone威 devices Some iPod威 software versions may not fully support the UCI features Please visit Apple s website for softw...

Page 211: ...cted to the UCI system may charge it to the required level Using This Feature By using the provided connection cable to connect an iPod威 to the vehicle s UCI 16 pin connector port The iPod威 audio can be played on the vehicle s sound system providing metadata artist track title album etc information on the radio display The iPod威 can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play Browse and List the...

Page 212: ...urrent track Jump backward in the current track by pressing and holding the RW button Holding the RW button long enough will take you to the beginning of the current track Jump forward in the current track by pressing and holding the FF button A single press backward RW or forward FF will jump backward or forward respectively for five seconds Use the SEEK and SEEK buttons to jump to the previous o...

Page 213: ...button available on sales code RES radio only Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod威 If the RND icon is showing on the radio display then the shuffle mode is ON List Or Browse Mode During Play mode pressing any of the buttons described below takes you to List mode List mode enables you to scroll through the list of menus and tracks on the iPod威 TUNE con...

Page 214: ... and the first item in that list on the second line To Exit List mode without selecting a track press the same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode LIST button The LIST button will display the top level menu of the iPod威 Turn the TUNE control knob to list the top menu item you wish to select and press the TUNE control knob This will display the next sub menu list item on the iPod威 then you ...

Page 215: ...ast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio This service offers over 130 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios NOTE Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has limited coverage in Alaska System Activation Sirius Satellite R...

Page 216: ...lected Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob and the Sirius ID number will display The Sirius ID number display will time out in two minutes Press any button on the radio to exit this screen ESN SID Access With REN RER Radios While in SAT mode press the MENU button on the radio faceplate Next touch the SUBSCRIPTION tab on the touch screen All the ESNs that apply to your vehicle will display Selecting...

Page 217: ...nna can cause signal blockage Operating Instructions uconnect studios Satellite Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make another s...

Page 218: ...e to decrease the channel MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music type By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active the radio w...

Page 219: ...to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 This allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory The channels stored in SET 2 memory can be selected ...

Page 220: ... any source AM FM CD Satellite Radio or AUX and is activated through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Driver Selectable Surround Sound DSS under Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC in Section 4 DSS modes for audio sources are Stereo and Audio Surround which is surround sound equalized for the front seat occupants Please note that DSS effects are dependent on the mix ...

Page 221: ...eractive display which is located in the instrument cluster VOLUME Button The VOLUME button controls the sound level of the sound system Press the top of the VOLUME button to increase the sound level Press the bottom of the VOLUME button to decrease the sound level AUDIO MODE Button Press the AUDIO MODE button to select the Compass Temp Audio screen This screen displays radio and media mode inform...

Page 222: ...the EVIC is in the Compass Temp Audio screen press the SCROLL button to seek up and down radio stations tracks chapters files etc depending on which radio is in the vehicle CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep a CD DVD in good condition take the following precautions 1 Handle the disc by its edge avoid touching the surface 2 If the disc is stained clean the surface with a soft cloth wiping from center ...

Page 223: ... condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during cellular phone operation CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System The controls for the manual s...

Page 224: ...the tem perature of the air inside the passenger compartment Rotating the knob coun terclockwise from top center into the blue area indicates cooler tempera tures Rotating the knob clockwise into the red area indicates warmer temperatures NOTE If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected check the front of the A C con denser located in front of the radiator for an accumu lation o...

Page 225: ...seat passengers Bi Level Mode Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets NOTE There is a difference in temperature in any conditions other than full cold or full hot between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort The warmer air goes to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Mode Air is directed through the floor outlets with a s...

Page 226: ...ly block out any outside odors smoke or dust and to cool the interior rapidly upon initial start up in very hot or humid weather NOTE If the RECIRCULATION button is pressed when the system is in MIX DEFROST or FLOOR mode the RECIRCULATION LED indicator will flash 3 times and then turn off to indicate RECIRCULATION mode is not allowed Continuous use of the RECIRCULATION mode may make the inside air...

Page 227: ...10 seconds Max A C For maximum cooling use the A C and RECIRCULA TION mode buttons at the same time Remote Start If Equipped During remote start operation the climate control soft ware may override the climate control settings depend ing on the outside ambient temperature The table below explains the different scenarios that could occur during remote start operation Once the driver enters the vehi...

Page 228: ...h the blower control set to the High full clockwise position Operating Tips NOTE Refer to the chart at the end of this section for suggested control settings for various weather condi tions Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating A...

Page 229: ...uickly 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 but rainy or humid weather NOTE Recirculation without A C should not be used for long periods as fogging may occur Side Window Demist...

Page 230: ... ice slush and snow A C Air Filter The A C Air Filter will reduce but not eliminate diesel and agricultural smells The filter acts on air coming from outside the vehicle and recirculated air within the pas senger compartment Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Section 7 of this manual for A C Air Filter service information or see your authorized dealer for service Refer to the Maintenance Schedules...

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Page 233: ...Weather Below 20 F Or 29 C 242 If Engine Fails To Start 243 After Starting 245 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 245 䡵 Manual Transmission If Equipped 245 Six Speed Manual Transmission 245 䡵 Automatic Transmission If Equipped 249 General Information 250 Key Ignition Park Interlock 252 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 252 Brake Transmission Interlock Manual Override 252 5 ...

Page 234: ...4 䡵 Parking Brake 264 Manual Transmission If Equipped 265 Automatic Transmission If Equipped 266 䡵 Brake System 267 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 267 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System 270 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 270 Traction Control System TCS 271 Brake Assist System BAS 272 Hill Start Assist HSA Manual Transmission Only 273 Electronic Stability Program ESP 274 Synchronizing ESP 278 ESP BAS Malfun...

Page 235: ...Tires 293 䡵 Tire Chains 294 䡵 Snow Tires 295 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 295 Tire Rotation Four Season Rsa Tires 296 Tire Rotation F1 Three Season Tires 296 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 297 Premium System 299 General Information 302 䡵 Fuel Requirements 302 6 1L Engine 302 Reformulated Gasoline 303 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 303 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 304 MMT In Gasoline 305...

Page 236: ...as Cap 307 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 309 䡵 Vehicle Loading 309 Vehicle Certification Label 309 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 310 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 310 Overloading 310 Loading 311 䡵 Trailer Towing 311 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 311 236 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 237: ...ay cause serious injury or death Manual Transmission If Equipped Apply the parking brake place the shift lever in NEU TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting vehicle This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking igni tion system It will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor Normal Starting with Integrated Key Manual Transmission Normal starting of either a cold or...

Page 238: ...RK position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear 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 from REVERSE PARK...

Page 239: ...the ignition switch with the push of a button as long as the ENGINE START STOP button is installed and the Remote Keyless Entry RKE trans mitter is in the passenger compart ment Installing and Removing the ENGINE START STOP Button Installing the Button 1 Remove the key fob from the ignition switch 2 Insert the ENGINE START STOP button into the ignition switch with the lettering facing up and reada...

Page 240: ...anking of the engine prior to the engine starting press the button again Using the ENGINE START STOP Button Manual Transmission Only NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal To start the engine press and hold the clutch pedal while pressing and holding the ENGINE START STOP button Release the button when the engine starts ...

Page 241: ...K 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 will automatically time out after 60 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the OFF position To Turn Off the Engine Using ENGINE START STOP Button Manual Transmission Only 1 With the vehicle stopped place the shift lever in NEUTRAL ...

Page 242: ...t has four positions OFF ACC RUN and START To change the ignition switch positions without starting the vehicle and use the accessories follow these steps Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position Press the ENGINE START STOP button once to change the ignition switch to the ACC position EVIC displays IGNITION MODE ACCESSORY Press the ENGINE START STOP button a second time to change the ...

Page 243: ...ehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a dis charged battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle This type of start can be dan gerous if done improperly ...

Page 244: ...old Weather proce dures it may be flooded To clear any excess fuel press and hold the clutch pedal push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it then press and hold the ENGINE START STOP button for no more than 15 sec onds Release the accelerator pedal and the clutch pedal wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure Clearing A Flooded Engine Using Fob With Int...

Page 245: ...ngine block heater cord is routed under the hood on the driver side of the vehicle It has a removable cap that is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power Module WARNING Remember to disconnect the cord before driving Damage to the 110 115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED Six Speed Manual Transmission WARNING You or others could be injured if ...

Page 246: ...the floor may cause increased shift efforts and may result in damage to the clutch and transmission Do not rest your hand on the shift lever while driving as this may result in transmission syn chronizer damage NOTE During cold weather you may experience in creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid warms up This is normal Shifting Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting gears As...

Page 247: ... or from sixth to third gear CAUTION Always make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifting into REVERSE Failure to do so may result in transmission damage You must always use first gear or Reverse when starting from a standing position Recommended Shift Speeds To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for fuel economy it should be upshifted as listed in recom mended shift spe...

Page 248: ...more noticeable when the transmis sion is warm This is a normal condition and is not an indication of a problem with your clutch or transmission 1 4 Skip Shift There are times when you must shift the transmission directly from first gear to fourth gear instead of from first gear to second gear This is to help you get the best possible fuel economy from your vehicle This occurs when the engine cool...

Page 249: ...first gear when the vehicle is moving faster than 15 mph 24 km h as you could damage the engine and or clutch AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED CAUTION Damage to the automatic transmission may occur if the following 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...

Page 250: ...titude Vehicle loading Driving style Shift lever position Accelerator position Vehicle speed The gear shifting process is continuously adapted de pendent on the driving style the driving situation and the road characteristics NOTE After selecting any driving position wait a moment to allow the gear to engage fully before accelerating especially when the engine is cold If there is a need to restart...

Page 251: ...ly when the engine is idling normally and the brake pedal is applied Do not release the brake pedal until ready to drive The vehicle may otherwise accelerate quickly when the shift lever is in DRIVE or REVERSE position WARNING Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a...

Page 252: ...position and once removed the shift lever is locked in PARK Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI system that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position OFF position with Keyless Go To move the shift lever out of the PARK position the ignition switch must be turned to any ot...

Page 253: ...ake 3 Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal 4 Using the screwdriver press and hold the override tab through the access port on the center console 5 Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position 6 The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL 7 Reinstall the override cover Interlock Manual Override 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 ...

Page 254: ...ansmission Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when moving the shift lever between these gears Gear Ranges PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission The engine can be started in this range Never use PARK while the vehicle is in motio...

Page 255: ...brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the shift lever in the PARK position When shifting into PARK move the shift lever all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is fully seated Look at the shift indicator display on the instrument panel to ensure it is in the PARK...

Page 256: ...ay driving It provides the smoothest upshifts and down shifts and the best fuel economy The transmission automatically upshifts through fifth gear The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions When frequent transmission shifting occurs when using the Overdrive range such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions in hilly terrai...

Page 257: ... feature is available to allow the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service To reset the transmission use the following procedure 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Move the shift lever to the PARK position 3 Turn the engine off 4 Wait approximately 10 seconds 5 Restart the engine 6 Move the shift lever to the desired range If the problem is no longer detected the transmission will return to nor...

Page 258: ... instrument cluster on the transmission range indicator NOTE In Autostick威 mode the transmission will shift up and down when the driver manually moves the shift lever right D or left D An UPSHIFT message will appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC portion of the in strument cluster when using Autostick威 This message appears in order to alert the driver to upshift to the next gear...

Page 259: ... maximum engine speed is reached while Autostick威 is engaged Transmission shifting will be more crisp abrupt when Autostick威 is engaged DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered wet or other slip pery surfaces may cause the rear wheels to pull errati cally to the right or left This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the rea...

Page 260: ...nt distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop Your vehicle is equipped with a Limited Slip Differential LSD that reduces but does not eliminate the amount of wheel slip across a given axle for improved handling DRIVING THROUGH WATER Driving through water more than a few inches centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and ...

Page 261: ...ound 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 vehicle Determine the condition of the road or the path t...

Page 262: ...se serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s braking capabilities which increases stop ping distances Therefore after driving through standi...

Page 263: ...red normal and do not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steer ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal and it does not in any way damage the steering system WARNING Continued operation with reduced power steering a...

Page 264: ...nents Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only manufacturer s recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level With a clean cloth wipe any spille...

Page 265: ...st and then apply the parking brake When parking on a hill it is important to apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK otherwise the load on the transmission locking mecha nism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of 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 Manual Transmission ...

Page 266: ...king brake pedal down and then remove your foot from the pedal To release the parking brake push down on the parking brake pedal and then release WARNING Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage Parking Brake 266 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 267: ...y be evident by increased pedal travel during application greater pedal force required to slow or stop and potential activation of the Brake Warning Light In the event power assist is lost for any reason for example repeated brake applications with the engine OFF the brakes will still function The effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system op...

Page 268: ...may experience the following when the brake system goes into Anti Lock The ABS motor running it may continue to run for a short time after the stop The clicking sound of solenoid valves Brake pedal pulsations and A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop These are all normal characteristics of ABS WARNING The Anti Lock Brake System ABS contains so phisticated electronic ...

Page 269: ... excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydroplaning Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents Continued WARNING Continued The capabilities of an Anti Lock Brake System ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner that could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others All vehicle wheels and tires must be th...

Page 270: ...he ABS system is required ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system commonly referred to as ESP This system includes the Anti Lock Brake System ABS the Traction Control System TCS the Brake Assist System BAS and the Electronic Stability Program ESP These systems work together to enhance both vehicle stability and control in various dr...

Page 271: ...eel spin of each driven wheel If wheel spin is detected brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability A feature of the TCS system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the bra...

Page 272: ...opping 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 accidents including those re sulting from excessive speed in turns driving o...

Page 273: ...teria must be met in order for HSA to activate Vehicle must be stopped Vehicle must be on a 7 grade or greater hill Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction i e vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear vehicle back ing uphill is in REVERSE gear 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 activate an...

Page 274: ...el back to center and then an additional half turn to the right 9 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and then back to the ON position If the sequence was completed properly the ESP TCS Indicator Light will blink sev eral times to confirm HSA is disabled 10 Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to it s previous setting Electronic Stability Program ESP This system enhances ...

Page 275: ...m becomes active The ESP TCS Indicator Light also flashes when TCS is active If the ESP TCS Indicator Light begins to flash during acceleration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions WARNING The ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the trac...

Page 276: ...iving in deep snow sand or gravel This mode disables the TCS portion of the ESP and raises the threshold for ESP activation which allows for more wheel spin than what ESP normally allows The ESP OFF switch is located in the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument panel To enter the Partial Off mode momentarily press the ESP OFF switch and the ESP TCS Indicator Light will illumi nate T...

Page 277: ...meter Press and release the TRIP ODOM ETER button located on the instrument cluster to clear this message The ESP OFF message may appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Sec tion 4 To turn ESP ON again momentarily press the ESP OFF switch NOTE The ESP OFF message will display and the audible chime will sound when the shift lev...

Page 278: ... ESP mode is intended for off highway or off road only Synchronizing ESP The Malfunction Indicator Light for the ESP is combined with BAS indicator If the power supply is interrupted battery disconnected or discharged the ESP BAS Malfunction Indi cator Light may illuminate with the engine running If this should occur turn the steering wheel completely to the left and then to the right The ESP BAS ...

Page 279: ...mph 48 km h and the ESP is synchronized refer to Synchronizing ESP see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected NOTE The ESP TCS Indicator Light and the ESP BAS Malfunction Indicator Light will turn on momen tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON Each time the ignition is turned ON the ESP System will be ON even if it was turned OFF previous...

Page 280: ...dth The letter P is absent from this tire size designation Example 215 65R15 96H Temporary spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have the letter T molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa tion Example T145 80D18 103M CAUTION Do not use two different size tires on the rear wheels as this can result in rear a...

Page 281: ...Truck tire based on U S design standards T Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R means radial construction D means diagonal or bias construction 15 Rim diameter in inches in 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 ...

Page 282: ...onditions i e tire pressure vehicle 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 Light load tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the ma...

Page 283: ... symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location two digits L9 Code representing the tire size two digits ABCD Code used by the tire manufacturer one to four digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means...

Page 284: ... tire size designed for your vehicle 4 cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and 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 Informat...

Page 285: ...e statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs 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 kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example i...

Page 286: ...ng 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 the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 3...

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Page 288: ...fected by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob lems You could l...

Page 289: ...s to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar Some vehicles may have supplemental tire pressure information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition These pressure con ditions will be found in the Supplemental Tire Pressure Inf...

Page 290: ...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 cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 kPa for every 12 F 7 C for this outside temperature...

Page 291: ...5 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 an accident Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your author...

Page 292: ...stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 in 2 mm When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicator...

Page 293: ...ovide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed Refer to the paragraph on Tread Wear Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard for the size designation of your...

Page 294: ...eel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity other than what 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 an accident Continued WARNING Continued Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can r...

Page 295: ...er 75 mph 120 km h TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat terns These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tre...

Page 296: ...the forward cross as shown in the following diagram Tire Rotation F1 Three Season Tires The suggested rotation method is the side to side as shown in the following diagram This method is required due to different size tires on the front and rear of the vehicle Tire Rotation Tire Rotation 296 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 297: ...ill also increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pressure The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for any reason including low temperature effects and natural pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long ...

Page 298: ...after the tires are inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pres sure value CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when us ing replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aft...

Page 299: ...curate tire pressure gauge even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPM Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire Premium System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Sen...

Page 300: ...ure messages Left Front Left Rear Right Front Right Rear for three seconds and a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure values flashing Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible and inflate all of the tires with low pressure including those flashing in the EVIC graphic to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure value Once the system receives...

Page 301: ... will display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM message for three seconds and then display dashes in place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is not being received If the ignition key is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists If the system fault no longer exists the TPM Telltale Light will no longer flash and the CHECK TPM SYSTEM message will no longer display and a ...

Page 302: ...es with Part 15 of the FCC rules 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 operation The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow ing licenses United States KR5S120123 Canada 2671 S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 6 ...

Page 303: ...use of gasolines that meet the WWFC speci fications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as reformulated gasoline Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso lines Properly bl...

Page 304: ... E10 Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle s warranty If a Non FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E 85 fuel the engine will have some or all of these symptoms operate in a lean mode OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on poor engine performance poor cold start and cold drivability increased risk for fuel system component corrosion To fix a Non FFV vehicle inadvertently fue...

Page 305: ... more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in Federal and Califor nia reformulated gasoline Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal co...

Page 306: ...or additives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with the emissions con trol system can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odor...

Page 307: ...ehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle Use a finger to pull open the door If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle NOTE When removing the fuel filler cap lay the cap tether in ...

Page 308: ...r the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled Continued WARNING Continued Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running 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 filling NOTE Tighten the gas cap until you hear a clicking sound This is an indication that ...

Page 309: ... System in Section 7 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 Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR Vehicle Certification Label Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to the rear of t...

Page 310: ...R WARNING Because the front wheels steer the vehicle 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 an accident Overloading The load carrying components axle springs tires wheels etc of your vehicle will provide satisfactory service as long as you do not excee...

Page 311: ...y before driving If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you have exceeded either GAWR but the total load is within the specified GVWR you must redistribute the weight Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate NOTE Refer to the Vehicle Certification Label affixed to the rear of the driver s door for your vehi...

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Page 313: ...nents And Operation 316 TIREFIT Usage Precautions 317 Sealing a Tire With TIREFIT 320 䡵 Jump Starting 325 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 329 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 330 Without The Key FOB 330 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground 330 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly 331 6 ...

Page 314: ...the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for other motorists When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance the Hazard Warning flasher will continue to operate even though the ignition has been placed in the OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the fol...

Page 315: ...is heat You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat the mode control to floor and the blower control to high This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system 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 a service center if...

Page 316: ...icle up to 100 miles 160 km with a maximum speed of 55 mph 88 km hr TIREFIT Storage The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation 1 Sealant Bottle 2 Pressure Gauge 3 Power Button 4 Mode Select Knob TIREFIT Location 316 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 317: ...to turn ON the TIREFIT kit Push and release the button 3 again to turn OFF the TIREFIT kit TIREFIT Usage Precautions Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle 1 and sealant hose 7 prior to the expiration date printed on the bottle label to assure optimum operation of the sys tem Refer to Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT section F Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement The sealant bottle 1 and sealant hose 7 is a...

Page 318: ...nt is only intended to seal punctures less than 1 4 6mm diameter in the tread of your vehicle Do not lift or carry TIREFIT kit by hoses WARNING Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle close to traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the TIREFIT kit Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances If the cut or punct...

Page 319: ...h hair eyes or clothing TIRE FIT is harmful if inhaled swallowed or absorbed through the skin It causes skin eye and respira tory irritation Flush immediately with plenty of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin Change clothing as soon as possible if there is any contact with clothing TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex In case of allergic reaction or rash consult a physician im medi...

Page 320: ...ansmission in PARK auto transmission or in Gear manual transmission and turn OFF the ignition 4 Set the parking brake B Setting Up to Use TIREFIT 1 Remove the gloves from the Accessory Storage Com partment 8 and place them on your hands 2 Turn the Mode Select knob 4 to the Sealant Mode position 3 Uncoil the Clear Sealant Hose 7 and then remove the Yellow Cap from the fitting at the end of the hose...

Page 321: ... mode Press the Power Button 3 to turn ON the TIREFIT kit 2 Connect the Power Plug 5 to a different 12 Volt power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle if avail able Make sure the engine is running before turning ON the TIREFIT kit 3 The Sealant Bottle 1 may be empty due to previous use Call for assistance NOTE If mode select knob 4 is on air mode and pump is operating air will dispense from b...

Page 322: ...3 to turn off the TIREFIT kit 2 Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the Sealant Bottle 1 and place the sticker on the steering wheel 3 Immediately disconnect the Clear Sealant Hose 7 from the valve stem reinstall the Yellow Cap on the fitting at the end of the hose and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage location Quickly proceed to D Securing TIREFIT Sealant in the Tire CAUTION...

Page 323: ...Securing TIREFIT Sealant in the Tire Follow Step A Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT before continuing 1 Turn the Mode Select knob 4 to the Air Mode position 2 Uncoil the Black Air Pump Hose 6 and connect it to the valve stem 3 Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure Gauge 2 If tire pressure is less than 19 psi 1 3 Bar the tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle...

Page 324: ...gers to unlatch the hoses 6 7 from their storage area 3 Use the Yellow Cap on end of the Clear Sealant Hose 7 to depress the Sealant Bottle release button The Sealant Bottle 1 will pop up Remove the bottle and dispose of it accordingly 4 Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT housing 5 Position the new Sealant Bottle 1 to the housing so that the Clear Sealant Hose 7 aligns with the hose slot...

Page 325: ...ARNING Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when ever the hood is raised It can start anytime the ignition is placed in the RUN position You can be hurt by the fan Continued WARNING Continued Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact You could be seriously injured Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution that can cause seri...

Page 326: ...unk Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump starting 1 Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact 2 When boost is provided by a battery in another vehicle park that vehicle within booster cable reach but do not allow the vehicles to touch one another WARNING Do not permit vehicle...

Page 327: ...e following illustration for jump starting connections 6 Connect the other cable first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the ground of the vehicle with the discharged battery Make sure you have a good contact on the ground Refer to the following illustration for jump starting connections Jump Starting 1 Positive Battery Post 2 Ground 3 Front of Vehicle 6 WHAT TO DO IN EME...

Page 328: ... idle a few minutes Then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery NOTE Refer to Synchronizing ESP under Electronic Stability Program in Section 5 if the ESP malfunction indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on continuously after starting the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery 8 When removing the jumper cables reverse the above sequence exactly Be caref...

Page 329: ...ehicle by moving be tween 1st and REVERSE do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h or drivetrain damage may result Continued CAUTION Continued Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph 48 km h WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive...

Page 330: ... following limitations With The Key Fob Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi tions The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL The distance to be traveled must not exceed 15 miles 24 km The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph 48 km h CAUTION Exceeding these towing limits may cause a transmis sion failure If the transmission is not operative or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 15 miles...

Page 331: ...ia will occur Do not push or tow this vehicle with another vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans mission may result If you must use the accessories wipers defrosters etc while being towed the ignition must be in the RUN position not the ACC position Make certain the trans mission remains in NEUTRAL Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly The manufacturer does not rec...

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Page 333: ...ons Inspection And Maintenance Programs 338 䡵 Replacement Parts 339 䡵 Dealer Service 340 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 340 Engine Oil 341 Engine Oil Filter 343 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 343 Maintenance Free Battery 344 Air Conditioner Maintenance 346 Body Lubrication 347 Windshield Wiper Blades 347 Adding Washer Fluid 348 Exhaust System 349 7 ...

Page 334: ...er Distribution Center 370 䡵 Vehicle Storage 374 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 375 䡵 Bulb Replacement 376 Low Beam Headlamp High Beam Headlamp Park Turn Lamp Models With Halogen Headlamps If Equipped 376 Low Beam Headlamp High Beam Headlamp And Park Turn Lamp Models With High Intensity Discharge HID Headlamps If Equipped 376 Front Rear Side Marker Lamp 376 Tail Turn And Stop Lamp 377 Center Tail Backup Lamp...

Page 335: ...䡵 Fluid Capacities 381 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 382 Engine 382 Chassis 383 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 ...

Page 336: ...st 6 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2 Integrated Power Module 7 Air Cleaner Filter 3 Coolant Pressure Cap 8 Engine Oil Fill 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Engine Coolant Reservoir 10 Washer Fluid Reservoir 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 337: ...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 338: ...dy for testing Normally the OBD II system will be ready The OBD II system may not be ready if the vehicle was recently serviced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test the vehicle may fail the test This vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if t...

Page 339: ...iced or had a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive the vehicle as you normally would in order for the OBD II system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether the vehicle s OBD II system is ready or not ready if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have the ve...

Page 340: ...he proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule there are other components which may require servicing...

Page 341: ...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 or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings...

Page 342: ...229 5 will be listed on the back label of the oil container Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade SAE 0W 40 or SAE 5W 40 engine oil is preferred for use in all operating temperatures The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine For information on engine oil filler cap location refer to Engine Compart ment in this section CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in ...

Page 343: ...placement 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 in Section 8 for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING The air induction system air cleaner hoses etc can provide a measur...

Page 344: ...quality filter and are recommended Maintenance Free Battery The top of the maintenance free battery is permanently sealed You will never have to add water nor is periodic maintenance 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 in Section 6 of this manual Battery Locati...

Page 345: ...ad compounds Wash hands after handling Continued WARNING Continued 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 post...

Page 346: ...e Limited Warranty 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 Section 3 of the Warranty Information book lo cated on the DVD for further warranty...

Page 347: ...be or equivalent to assure quiet easy operation and to protect against rust and wear Prior to the application of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching components to ensure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood lat...

Page 348: ...g Washer Fluid The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not radiator antifreeze and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water When refilling the washer fluid reservoir apply some washer fluid to a cloth or...

Page 349: ...maged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconsci...

Page 350: ...age to the converter and the vehicle NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING 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 vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can c...

Page 351: ... conditions Cooling System WARNING When working near the radiator cooling fan dis connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position OFF position for Keyless Go The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the ON position RUN position for Keyless Go You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator If you ...

Page 352: ...heck the cooling system pressure cap for proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of coolant from the radiator drain cock If the cap is sealing properly the engine coolant antifreeze will begin to drain from the coolant recovery bottle DO NOT RE MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT Cooling System Drain Flush and Refill If the solution is dirty or contains a consider...

Page 353: ...ed coolants is not recommended Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals This coolant can be used up to five years or 102 000 miles 170 000 km before replacement To prevent reducing this extended maintenance period it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recomme...

Page 354: ... must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant and to ensure that coolant will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery bottle 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 pre caution Never add coolant when the engine is overheat...

Page 355: ...ns completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for coolant freeze point or replacing coolant 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 coolant is needed to maintain the proper level it should be added to the coolant bottle Do not overfill P...

Page 356: ...of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery 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 necessary install ONLY the correct type th...

Page 357: ...en per forming underhood services Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap Add fluid to bring the level up to the MAX 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 le...

Page 358: ...ure use only 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 prolonged braking resulting in sudden brake failure This could result in a accident Overfilling the brake f...

Page 359: ...ricants and Genuine Parts in this section for the correct fluid type Manual Transmission If Equipped Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the left side of the transmission The fluid level should be at the bottom of the fill hole Add fluid if necessary to maintain the proper level Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genu ine Parts in this section for the correct fluid typ...

Page 360: ...cants and Genu ine Parts in this section for the correct fluid type Continued CAUTION Continued The fluid level is preset at the factory and it does not require adjustment under normal operating conditions If a transmission fluid leak occurs visit your authorized dealer immediately Severe damage to the transmission may occur Your au thorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level ac...

Page 361: ...erefore do not add any fluid addi tives to the transmission The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks In addition avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo nents Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limite...

Page 362: ...wing 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 and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes are Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation Stone and gravel impact Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seacoast...

Page 363: ... is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and open If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause that destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repai...

Page 364: ...r Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels protective finish Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure If Equipped Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man ner Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean dry towel Blot any remaining stain with a clean damp towel For tough stains apply MOPAR威 Total Clean or equiva...

Page 365: ...n or equivalent Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather condi tioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable ...

Page 366: ...ning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag or micro fiber towel A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a s...

Page 367: ...d detergent with the cupholder in the center console NOTE The cupholder cannot be removed FUSES Integrated Power Module IPM The Integrated Power Module IPM is located in the engine compartment This module contains fuses and relays Integrated Power Module 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 ...

Page 368: ...the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over load If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 15 Amp Blue Washer Motor 2 25 Amp Natural Powertrain Control Module PCM 3 25 Amp Natural Ignition Run Start 4 25 Am...

Page 369: ...Wiper 11 30 Amp Pink Anti Lock Brake Sys tem ABS Valves 12 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan Lo High 13 50 Amp Red Anti Lock Brake Sys tem ABS Pump Mo tor 14 15 50 Amp Red Radiator Fan 16 17 18 19 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 20 21 22 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 ...

Page 370: ...ution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel This center contains fuses and relays Access Panel Rear Power Distribution Center 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 371: ... with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over load If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw IOD Cavity 1 of the Rear Power Distribu tion Center contains a black IOD fuse needed for vehicle processing during as sembly The...

Page 372: ...Link Con nector DLC Wireless Control Module WCM Wireless Igni tion Node WIN 9 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 10 11 12 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 13 14 10 Amp Red AC Heater Control Cluster Security Mod ule if equipped 15 16 17 20 Amp Yellow Cluster 18 20 Amp Yellow Selectable Power Out let 19 10 Amp Red Stop Lights 20 21 22 23 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 373: ...HT Switch 30 10 Amp Red Door Modules Power Mirrors Steering Con trol Module SCM 31 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 32 33 34 35 5 Amp Orange Antenna Module if equipped Power Mir rors 36 25 Amp Natural Hands Free Phone if equipped Radio Amplifier Feed 37 15 Amp Blue Transmission 38 10 Amp Red Cargo Light Vehicle Information Module if equipped 39 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors if equipped 7 MA...

Page 374: ... driver power window switch and the passenger power window switch are fused by the 25 Amp circuit breaker in cavity 13 If you experience temporary or permanent loss of these systems see your authorized dealer for service VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take these steps to protect your battery Disconnect the negative cable from the batte...

Page 375: ...ructions 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 LIGHT BULBS Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamp High Intensity Discharge HID D1S Serviced at Authorized Dealer High Beam Headlamp 9005 Front Park Turn Lamp 3157A Front Fog Lamp 9145 H10 Serviced at Authorized Dealer Front Side Marker 168 Ta...

Page 376: ...elf If a headlamp bulb fails take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service WARNING A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned ON It may cause serious electrical shock or electro cution if not serviced properly See your authorized dealer for service NOTE On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps when the headlamps are turned on ther...

Page 377: ... the bulb and socket assembly from the housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket and insert the replace ment bulb 4 Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing and rotate the socket clockwise to lock it in place 5 Reinstall the front rear side marker Tail Turn and Stop Lamp 1 Open the trunk 2 Using a screwdriver remove the tail lamp retainer 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 ...

Page 378: ...ly 4 Pull back the trunk liner 5 Remove the remaining fasteners from the back of the tail lamp assembly 6 Pull the tail lamp assembly clear from the vehicle to access the bulbs 7 Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 379: ...y 10 Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb 11 Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail lamp assembly and then turn it clockwise 12 Reinstall the tail lamp assembly fasteners electrical connector and trunk liner 13 Reinstall tail lamp retainer 14 Close the trunk 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 ...

Page 380: ... as an assembly see your authorized dealer License Lamp 1 Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia 2 Remove the bulb and socket assembly 3 Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb 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 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 381: ...Filter 6 1 Liter Engine SAE 5W 40 API Certified 7 Quarts 6 6 Liters Cooling System 6 1 Liter Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 15 Quarts 14 4 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 ...

Page 382: ...ection under all types of operat ing conditions the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 10725 and are approved to MB 229 3 or MB 229 5 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs PLZTR5A 13 Gap 0 040 in 1 01 mm Fuel Selection Premium Unl...

Page 383: ...ylinder MOPAR威 DOT 3 SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR威 Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR威 ATF 4 Automatic Transmis sion Fluid or equivalent Rear Axle MOPAR威 Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W90 API GL 5 or equivalent with MOPAR威 Friction Modifier Hypoid Gear Additive 7 MAINTAI...

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Page 385: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance 386 䡵 Maintenance Schedule 386 Required Maintenance Intervals 388 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 386: ...ividual using any automotive part that has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance On Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC equipped vehicles Oil Change Required will be dis played in the EVI...

Page 387: ...thorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Oil Change Required under Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 or under Odometer Trip Odom eter under Instrument Cluster Descrip...

Page 388: ...ded Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the brake hoses and lines CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S ...

Page 389: ...y Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Perform the first inspection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months Inspect the exhaust system Perform the first inspection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals fo...

Page 390: ...ry Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the manual transmission fluid if equipped if using your vehicle for any of the following Most o...

Page 391: ...ate tires If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off road conditions inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the rear axle fluid Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and al...

Page 392: ...Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 393: ...nds and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Change the manual transmission fluid if equipped if using your vehicle for any of the following Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weat...

Page 394: ...y Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102 000 miles 170 000 km Inspect the front suspension...

Page 395: ...ning filter Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect the rear axle fluid Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the manual transmission fluid if equipped if using your vehicle for any of the following Most ...

Page 396: ... in dusty or off road conditions inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if n...

Page 397: ...sing your vehicle in dusty or off road conditions inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if ne...

Page 398: ...s If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off road conditions inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the rear axle fluid Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts ...

Page 399: ...ehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the CV joints Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter Change the manual transmission fluid if equipped if using your vehicle for any of the following ...

Page 400: ...ing your vehicle in dusty or off road conditions inspect the engine air cleaner filter and replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end p...

Page 401: ...s Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 401 ...

Page 402: ... ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Change the manual transmission fluid if equipped if using your vehicle for any of the following Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot we...

Page 403: ...nt mechanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 150 000 Miles 250 000 km or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the engine air cleaner filter Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel ...

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Page 405: ...407 䡵 If You Need Assistance 407 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 408 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 408 In Mexico Contact 408 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 409 Service Contract 409 䡵 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 410 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 411 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 411 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 411 In Canada 411 9 ...

Page 406: ...䡵 Publication Order Forms 412 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 413 Treadwear 413 Traction Grades 413 Temperature Grades 414 406 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 407: ...f the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want yo...

Page 408: ...on to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ont...

Page 409: ...r 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 your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex pected repairs after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires The manufacturer stands be hind only the manufacturer s Service Contracts If...

Page 410: ...ols and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience You ll 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 addition ce...

Page 411: ... recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain othe...

Page 412: ...rward language with illustrations diagrams and charts Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia grams charts and detailed illustrations These practi cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled ve hicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by ste...

Page 413: ...rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices ...

Page 414: ...se the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repre sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The tempe...

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Page 416: ...essure Tires 289 Airbag 46 54 Airbag Deployment 56 Airbag Light 47 53 58 72 163 Airbag Maintenance 57 Airbag Side 52 54 Airbag Window Side Curtain 49 52 54 Alarm Light 167 Alarm Panic 24 Alarm Security Alarm 18 Alarm System Security Alarm 18 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 216 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 352 353 381 Disposal 355 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 267 270 Anti Loc...

Page 417: ...de 257 Autostick 258 Axle Fluid 383 Axle Lubrication Axle Fluid 383 Battery 344 Emergency Starting 325 Jump Starting 325 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 25 Location 326 344 Belts Seat 38 72 Body Mechanism Lubrication 347 B Pillar Location 284 Brake Assist System 272 Brake Control System Electronic 270 Brake Fluid 383 Brake Parking 264 Brake System 267 356 Anti Lock ABS 267 270 Fluid Check 357 ...

Page 418: ...llular Phone 82 Center High Mounted Stop Light 380 Certification Label 309 Chains Tire 294 Chart Tire Sizing 281 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 338 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 70 Checks Safety 70 Child Restraint 60 62 65 67 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 64 65 Clean Air Gasoline 303 Cleaning Wheels 364 Windshield Wiper Blades 347 Clock 188 191 200 Cold Weather Operation 242 Co...

Page 419: ...mber 355 Pressure Cap 354 Radiator Cap 354 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 352 381 382 Corrosion Protection 362 Cruise Control Speed Control 134 Cruise Light 160 Cupholders 151 367 Customer Assistance 407 Daytime Brightness Interior Lights 130 Daytime Running Lights 126 Dealer Service 340 Deck Lid Emergency Release 36 Deck Lid Power Release 34 Defroster Rear Window 154 Defroster Windshield 72 225 ...

Page 420: ...s 370 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 134 Electronic Stability Program ESP 274 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light 161 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 171 Emergency Deck Lid Release 36 Emergency In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck 329 Hazard Warning Flasher 314 Jump Starting 325 Overheating 314 Towing 330 Emergency Trunk Release 36 Emission Control System Maintenance 338...

Page 421: ... Viscosity 342 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 55 Entry System Illuminated 20 Ethanol 303 Exhaust Gas Caution 71 306 349 Exhaust System 71 349 Exterior Folding Mirrors 80 Exterior Lighting 124 Exterior Lights 73 Filler Location Fuel 307 Filters Air Cleaner 343 Air Conditioning 230 Engine Oil 343 382 Engine Oil Disposal 343 Flashers Hazard Warning 314 Turn Signal 73 127 162 Flash To Pass 128 Flo...

Page 422: ...g 307 Additives 305 Clean Air 303 Ethanol 303 Filler Cap Gas Cap 307 Gasoline 302 Gauge 160 Materials Added 305 Methanol 303 Octane Rating 302 382 Requirements 302 Specifications 382 Tank Capacity 381 Fuel System Caution 308 Fueling 307 Fuses 367 Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 139 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 307 337 Gasoline Clean Air 303 Gasoline Fuel 302 Gasoline Reformulated 303 Gauges Coolant Temper...

Page 423: ...asher 314 Head Restraints 119 Headlight Washers 348 Headlights 376 Automatic 125 Bulb Replacement 376 Cleaning 365 Delay 125 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 128 Lights On Reminder 126 On With Wipers 125 132 Passing 128 Switch 124 Time Delay 125 Washers 348 Heated Mirrors 81 Heated Seats 120 Heater 223 Heater Engine Block 245 High Beam Low Beam Select Dimmer Switch 128 Hill Start Assist 273 Holder...

Page 424: ...ce Care 365 Interior Lights 129 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 131 Introduction 4 Jump Starting 325 Key Programming 17 Key Replacement 16 Key Sentry Immobilizer 15 Key In Reminder 15 Keyless Entry System 20 Keyless Go 12 180 239 Keys 12 Kicker Sound System 220 Knee Bolster 46 48 Lane Change and Turn Signals 127 Lane Change Assist 128 Lap Shoulder Belts 38 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHild...

Page 425: ...onic Throttle Control Warning 161 Engine Temperature Warning 163 Exterior 73 Fog 126 165 Hazard Warning Flasher 314 Headlight Switch 124 Headlights 124 376 Headlights On Reminder 126 Headlights On With Wipers 125 132 High Beam 128 164 High Beam Indicator 164 High Beam Low Beam Select 128 Illuminated Entry 20 Instrument Cluster 124 160 Intensity Control 129 Interior 129 138 License 380 Lights On Re...

Page 426: ...ng Vehicle 309 311 Capacities 311 Tires 284 Locks 29 Auto Unlock 31 Automatic Door 30 Door 29 Power Door 30 Low Tire Pressure System 297 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH 64 65 Lubrication Body 347 Lumbar Support 118 Maintenance Free Battery 344 Maintenance General 340 Maintenance Procedures 340 Maintenance Schedule 386 Maintenance Sunroof 148 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 170...

Page 427: ...BE ETBE 303 Multi Function Control Lever 127 New Vehicle Break In Period 69 Occupant Restraints 36 52 56 Occupant Restraints Sedan 49 52 54 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 302 382 Odometer 160 Trip 160 Oil Change Indicator 174 Oil Change Indicator Reset 174 Oil Engine 341 382 Capacity 381 Change Interval 342 Checking 341 Dipstick 341 Disposal 343 Filter 343 382 Filter Disposal 343 Materials Added to 3...

Page 428: ... 128 Personal Settings 184 Pets 69 Phone Cellular 82 Phone Hands Free uconnect威 82 Placard Tire and Loading Information 284 Power Brakes 267 Deck Lid Release 34 Distribution Center Fuses 370 Door Locks 30 Mirrors 80 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 149 Seats 116 Steering 263 264 Sunroof 145 Windows 32 Power Steering Fluid 383 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 46 Pretensioners Seat Belts 44 Programma...

Page 429: ...arting System 26 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 221 Remote Starting System 26 Remote Trunk Release 34 Replacement Bulbs 375 Replacement Keys 16 Replacement Parts 339 Replacement Tires 293 Reporting Safety Defects 411 Restraint Head 119 Restraints Child 60 Restraints Occupant 36 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck 329 Rotation Tires 295 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 72 Safety ...

Page 430: ...dure 43 Seats 115 Adjustment 115 Head Restraints 119 Heated 120 Height Adjustment 116 Lumbar Support 118 Power 116 Rear Folding 122 Seatback Release 122 Tilting 116 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 18 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 352 382 Selection of Oil 342 Sentry Key Immobilizer 15 Sentry Key Programming 17 Sentry Key Replacement 16 Service Assistance 407 Service Contract 409 Service Engine Soon Li...

Page 431: ...r 220 Spark Plugs 382 Specifications Fuel Gasoline 382 Oil 382 Speed Control Cruise Control 134 Speedometer 160 Starting 26 237 Automatic Transmission 238 Cold Weather 242 Emergency Jump Starting 325 Engine Fails to Start 243 Remote 26 Starting and Operating 237 Starting Procedures 237 Steering Column Controls 127 Column Lock 133 Power 263 264 Tilt Column 133 Wheel Tilt 133 Steering Wheel Mounted ...

Page 432: ...m 18 Tilt Steering Column 133 Time Delay Headlight 125 Tire and Loading Information Placard 284 Tire Identification Number TIN 283 Tire Markings 280 Tire Safety Information 280 TIREFIT 315 Tires 73 288 413 Aging Life of Tires 293 Air Pressure 288 Chains 294 General Information 288 High Speed 290 Inflation Pressures 289 Life of Tires 293 Load Capacity 284 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 297 Pressure W...

Page 433: ...Service Remote Keyless Entry 25 Transmitter Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 139 Transmitter Programming Remote Keyless Entry 20 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 Transporting Pets 69 Tread Wear Indicators 292 Trip Odometer 160 Trunk Lid Deck Lid 34 36 Trunk Release Emergency 36 Trunk Release Remote Control 34 Turn Signals 127 162 UCI Connector 210 uconnect威 Hands Free Phone 82 Uniform Tire Qual...

Page 434: ... 314 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 160 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 410 Washer Adding Fluid 348 Washers Windshield 130 132 348 Washing Vehicle 362 Water Driving Through 260 Wheel and Wheel Trim 364 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 364 Wind Buffeting 34 148 Window Fogging 229 Windows 32 Power 32 Windshield Defroster 72 Windshield Washers 130 132 348 Fluid 348 Windshield Wip...

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