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Dodge 2009 Challenger SRT8, Owner'S Manual

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Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339,340
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Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
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Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) . . . . . . . . . 4,410

Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362
Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Parking On Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Personal Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Phone, Cellular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Phone, Hands-Free (uconnect

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Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . . . . . . . . 290
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Deck Lid Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Distribution Center (Fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . . . . . . . . 143
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268,269
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Pretensioners

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Summary of Contents for 2009 Challenger SRT8

Page 1: ...C H A L L E N G E R S R T 8 OWNER S MANUAL 2009 ...

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

Page 3: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 239 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 385 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 403 10 INDEX 415 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

Page 6: ... 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 the factory trained technicians and genuine MOPAR威 parts and is inter ested in your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine ...

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

Page 8: ...ot read this entire manual you 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 vehicl...

Page 9: ...VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS 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 VIN Location INTRODUCTION 7 1 ...

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Page 11: ...al 13 Key In Ignition Reminder 14 䡵 Sentry Key威 14 Replacement Keys 16 Customer Key Programming 16 General Information 17 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm 18 Rearming Of The System 18 To Arm The System 18 To Disarm The System 18 䡵 Illuminated Entry System 19 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 To Unlock The Doors 20 To Lock The Doors 22 Express Down Window Feature 23 2 ...

Page 12: ...1 Wind Buffeting 33 䡵 Trunk Lock And Release 33 䡵 Trunk Safety Warning 34 Trunk Emergency Release 34 䡵 Occupant Restraints 35 Lap Shoulder Belts 36 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure 41 Seat Belt Pretensioners 41 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert威 41 Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped 43 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 43 Seat Belt Extender 44 Driver And Front Passenger Supplement...

Page 13: ...ine Break In Recommendations 65 䡵 Safety Tips 66 Transporting Passengers 66 Exhaust Gas 67 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 68 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 2 ...

Page 14: ...more information refer to Keyless Go If Equipped under Starting Procedure in Section 5 of this manual Wireless 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 LOCK ACC and ON The START position is a spring loaded momentary contact position When re lease...

Page 15: ...for locking the glove box You can keep the valet key with you when valet parking To remove the valet key from the Fob slide the mechani cal latch at the top of the Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out of the Fob with your other hand NOTE You can insert the double sided valet key into the lock cylinders with either side up Ignition Key Removal Place the shift lever in PARK Turn th...

Page 16: ...asons A child or others could be seri ously or fatally injured Don t leave the key in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Key In Ignition Reminder If you open the driver s door and the key is in the ignition a...

Page 17: ...ronics This condition will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle operation vehicle running for longer than 10 sec onds it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics Should this occur have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible NOTE The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System is not compat ible with aftermarket remote sta...

Page 18: ...rs Duplication of RKE transmitters may be per formed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Programming procedure This procedure consists of programming a blank transmitter to the vehicle electron ics A blank transmitter is one that has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle RKE transmitters with you to the authorized deal...

Page 19: ...s procedure to program up to eight keys If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter with inte grated key contact your authorized dealer for details NOTE If a programmed key is lost see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys tem s memory This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle The remaining keys must then be reprogrammed All vehicle keys must be ...

Page 20: ...Arm The System Remove the key from the ignition switch and either press a power door LOCK switch while the 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 ...

Page 21: ...icle 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 the Vehicle Security Alarm will remain armed when the battery is reconnected The exterior lights will flash the horn will sound ...

Page 22: ...tivate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft 20 m using a hand held radio transmitter The transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system NOTE Inserting the Fob with Integrated Key into the ignition switch disables all buttons on that transmitter however the buttons on the remaining transmitters will continue to work Driving at speeds 5 mph 8 km h a...

Page 23: ...utton while still holding the LOCK button 2 Release both buttons at the same time 3 Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press ing the LOCK UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter with the ignition switch in the LOCK position and the key removed 4 Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting NOTE Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter while you are insid...

Page 24: ...ing NOTE Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the transmitter...

Page 25: ...transmitter with the ignition switch in the LOCK position and the key removed 4 Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting NOTE Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security A...

Page 26: ...hts and horn will remain on You may need to be less than 35 ft 11 m from the vehicle when using the transmitter to turn off the Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key威 Customer Key Programming If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter contact your authorized dealer for details Transmitter Battery Service The...

Page 27: ...ith 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 NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate...

Page 28: ...itch off Brake switch inactive brake pedal not pressed Ignition key removed from ignition switch Battery at an acceptable charge level and RKE PANIC button not pressed To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec onds The parking lights will flash and the horn will chirp twice if programmed Then the engine will start and the vehi...

Page 29: ... button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle Before the end of the 15 minute cycle press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm if equipped Then prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the ON p...

Page 30: ...t 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 coul...

Page 31: ... door is open the key is in the ignition and the ignition is in the LOCK or ACC position a chime will sound as a reminder to remove the key 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 closed 4 The throttle is pressed 5 The vehicle speed is above 15 mph 2...

Page 32: ...ph 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 perform the following steps 1 Enter the vehicle and close all doors 2 Place the key in the...

Page 33: ...ious 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 There is a single window control on the passenger s door trim panel that operates the window on the passenger s door The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position ...

Page 34: ...th AUTO Down Feature The driver s door power window switch and passenger door power window switch have an AUTO down fea ture Press the window switch to the second detent release and the window will go down automatically To open the window part way press the window switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop To stop the window from going all the way down during the AU...

Page 35: ...he vehicle by pressing the Trunk Release button The button is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel NOTE The transmission must be in PARK before the switch will operate The trunk lid can be released from outside the vehicle by pressing the Trunk Release button on the Re mote Keyless Entry RKE trans mitter twice within five seconds With the ignition switch in the ON posi...

Page 36: ...ren may not be able to escape even if they entered through the rear seat If trapped in the trunk children can die from suffocation or heat stroke Trunk Emergency Release The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergency release handle It is located on the inside of the trunk lid near the latch and is coated so that it glows in a darkened trunk Pull on the handle to open the trunk Emergency R...

Page 37: ...attention to the information in this section It tells 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...

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: ...a collision These devices improve the performance of the seat belt system by assuring that the belt is tight around the occupant in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snug and positioned properly The pretensioners are trigger...

Page 44: ...nd the ignition switch in any position except ON or START buckle the driver s seat belt 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position but do not start the engine Wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off and then proceed to the next step NOTE You must perform the following steps within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the ON position 3 Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition ...

Page 45: ...lder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted 3 Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will here a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the veh...

Page 46: ...ugh when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating posi tion Remove and store the extender when not needed Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbags This vehicle has front airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver side front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger...

Page 47: ...g on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to open them You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are no longer functional These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating Do not drill cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights stere...

Page 48: ...bag is located should remain free from any obstructions Do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks that require permanent attachments bolts or screws for instal lation on the vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason NOTE Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat hooks in this ...

Page 49: ...rs old and younger should ride buck led up in the rear seat WARNING Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in that position 2 Children who are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints o...

Page 50: ... person contact the Customer Center Phone numbers are provided in the If You Need Customer Assistance section WARNING Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly In some collisions the airbags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags Being too close to the steering w...

Page 51: ...lsters Front Acceleration Sensors Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners How the Airbag System Works The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate The front airbag inflators are de signed to provide different rates of airbag inflation from direction provided by the ORC The ORC will not detect rollover The ORC ...

Page 52: ...A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial start up WARNING Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru ment panel could mean you won t have the airbags to protect you in a collision If the light does not come on stays on after you start the vehicle or if it comes on as you drive have the airbag system checked right away The Driver and Front Passenger Airbag Inflator ...

Page 53: ...s the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle A quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain airbag The inflating side curtain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window The airbag inflates in about 30 milliseconds about one quarter of the time that it takes to blink your eyes with enough force to injure you if you are not belted a...

Page 54: ...ke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the non toxic gas used for airbag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing fo...

Page 55: ...n Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured because the airbags are 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 passenger side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bu...

Page 56: ...and remains on while driving Event Data Recorder EDR In the event of an accident your vehicle is designed to record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param eters see the following list in an event data recorder prior to the moment of airbag deployment or near deployment and up to a quarter second of high speed deceleration data during and or after airbag deploy ment EDR data are ONLY rec...

Page 57: ...see before accessing the elec tronic data stored unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction i e pursuant to a warrant A copy of the data will be provided to the custodial entity upon request General data that does not identify par ticular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorpo ration in aggregate crash databases such as those main tained by the U S government and v...

Page 58: ...e speed Transmission gear selection Cruise control status Traction stability control status Tire Pressure Monitoring System status if equipped Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time including babies and children Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can b...

Page 59: ...ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs 9 kg Convertible child seats can be used either rearward facing or forw...

Page 60: ...horage 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 too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seatback they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and ...

Page 61: ...an infant or child restraint Continued WARNING Continued A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat A rearward facing child re straint in the front seat may be struck by a deploy ing passenger airbag which may cause severe or fatal injury to the infant Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint Before buying any restraint system make sure that it h...

Page 62: ...cle s seat belts instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure LATCH compatible child restraint systems are now avail able However because the lower anchorages are to be introduced over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to have features for installat...

Page 63: ...systems will be installed as described here Again carefully follow the installation instructions that are provided with the child restraint system The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along...

Page 64: ...lacing the child restraint and attach the tether strap to the anchor age being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint Finally tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat removing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions NOTE Ensure that the ...

Page 65: ... that it is not necessary to use a locking clip Pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap shoulder belt will tighten the belt The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight however any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary The seat belt must be in the Automatic Locking Mode in order to enable a child restraint to be tightly inst...

Page 66: ...re Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle turn the buckle around and insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still cannot make the child restraint secure try a different seating position 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 pa...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...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 69: ... 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 70: ...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 71: ...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 73: ...ure 76 Power Mirrors 77 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 77 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors 78 Slide On Rod And Extender Features Of Sun Visor 78 䡵 uconnect威 phone If Equipped 79 Operation 81 Phone Call Features 89 uconnect威 phone Features 92 Advanced Phone Connectivity 97 Things You Should Know About Your uconnect威 phone 99 General Information 107 3 ...

Page 74: ...nts 115 Heated Seats 116 Folding Rear Seat 117 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 118 䡵 Lights 120 Headlight Switch 120 Automatic Headlights 120 Headlights On With Wipers Available With Auto Headlights Only 121 Headlight Time Delay 121 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 122 Lights On Reminder 122 Fog Lights 122 Multifunction Lever 123 Overhead Console Map Reading Lights 124 Interior Lights 124 72 UNDERS...

Page 75: ...o Set A Desired Speed 130 To Deactivate 130 To Resume Speed 131 To Vary The Speed Setting 131 To Accelerate For Passing 131 䡵 Overhead Console 132 Courtesy Reading Lights 133 Sunglasses Storage 133 䡵 Garage Door Opener 133 Programming HomeLink威 135 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 137 Using HomeLink威 138 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 Button 138 Security 138 Troubleshooting Tips 139 General In...

Page 76: ...ing Sunroof Express 142 Sunshade Operation 142 Wind Buffeting 142 Sunroof Maintenance 142 Ignition Off Operation 142 Sunroof Fully Closed 143 䡵 Electrical Power Outlets 143 䡵 Cupholders 145 Front Cupholders 145 Rear Cupholders 146 䡵 Console Features 146 Sliding Center Console Armrest 146 Console Storage 147 䡵 Rear Window Features 148 Rear Window Defroster 148 74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR ...

Page 77: ...n at the base of the mirror A light next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Automatic Dimming Mirror UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 3 ...

Page 78: ...convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror Outside Mirrors Folding Feature All models have exterior mirrors that are hinged The hinge allows the...

Page 79: ...ob in the same direction you want the mirror to move Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position Heated Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster Refer to Rear Window Features in this section for further information Power Mirror Control UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES ...

Page 80: ...nder 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 rearwards until the sun visor is in the desired position To use the extender feature of the sun visor grab the extender which is located at the rear of the visor and pull rearward Illum...

Page 81: ... phone using simple voice commands 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威 phone NOTE The uconnect威 phone requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth威 Hands Free Profile Ver sion 0 96 or higher See the uconnect威 website for sup ported...

Page 82: ...nked or paired cellular phone can be used with the system at a time The system is available in English Spanish or French languages Phone Button The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system depending on the type of mirror and radio equipped and either the radio or the mirror has the two control buttons PHONE Button and VOICE RECOGNITION button that will enable you to access the system...

Page 83: ...t wait for the beep which follows the Ready prompt or another prompt For certain operations compound commands can be used For example instead of saying Setup and then Phone Pairing the following compound command can be said Setup Phone Pairing For each feature explanation in this section only the combined form of the voice command is given You can also break the commands into parts and say each pa...

Page 84: ...ne to a Cellular Phone To begin using your uconnect威 phone you must pair your compatible Bluetooth威 enabled cellular phone To complete the pairing process you will need to refer ence your cellular phone Owner s Manual The uconnect威 website may also provide detailed instructions for pairing The following are general phone to uconnect威 phone pairing instructions Press the PHONE button to begin After...

Page 85: ...le at the same time For example if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle the uconnect威 phone will use the priority three cellular phone when you make a call You can select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time refer to Advanced Phone Connectivity in this section Dial by Saying a Number Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the followin...

Page 86: ...mes to the uconnect威 phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook New Entry When prompted say the name of the new entry Use of long names helps the voice recognition and it is recommended For example say Robert Smith or Robert instead of Bob When prompted enter the number designation e g Home ...

Page 87: ...onnect威 website for supported phones To call a name from downloaded or uconnect威 Phonebook follow the procedure in Call by Saying a Name section Automatic download and update if supported begins as soon as the Bluetooth威 wireless phone connection is made to the uconnect威 phone for example after you start the vehicle A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down loaded and updated every time a p...

Page 88: ...ange Profile OBEX Please see your phone Owner s Manual for specific instructions on how to send these entries from your phone NOTE The phone handset must support Bluetooth威 OBEX transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they are already connected to any system via Bluetooth威 and you may see a message on the phone display that the Bluetooth威 lin...

Page 89: ... 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 phonebook call the number you just edited or return to the main menu Phonebook Edit can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook For example the entry John Doe may have a cellular and a home number but you can add J...

Page 90: ...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 All uconnect威 Phonebook Entries Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Erase All The uconnect威 phone will a...

Page 91: ...Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the uconnect威 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威 phone Check with your cellular service provider for the features that you have Answer or Reject an Incoming Call No Call Currently i...

Page 92: ...ICE RECOGNITION 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 put a call on hold press the PHONE button until y...

Page 93: ...s have been joined into one conference call Call Termination To end a call in progress momentarily press the PHONE button Only the 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...

Page 94: ...lly transferred from the uconnect威 phone to the cellular phone An active call is automatically transferred to the cellular phone after the ignition key is switched to OFF uconnect姞 phone Features Language Selection To change the language that the uconnect威 phone is using Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the language you wish to switch to...

Page 95: ...y number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased 911 for the U S and Canada and 060 for Mexico The number dialed may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area If supported this number may be programmable on some systems To do this press the PHONE button and say Setup followed by Emergency The uconnect威 phone does slightly lower your chances of successfull...

Page 96: ... with Automated Systems Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time out a little too soon to work properly with the uconnect威 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 na...

Page 97: ... then press the VOICE RECOGNITION button and say Send The system will prompt you to enter the name or number and say the name of the phonebook entry you wish to send The uconnect威 phone will then send the corresponding phone number associated with the phonebook entry as tones over the phone NOTE You may not hear all of the tones due to cellular phone network configurations This is normal Some pagi...

Page 98: ...The status is given for roaming network signal strength phone battery strength etc Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the uconnect威 phone 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 au...

Page 99: ...er an ongoing call from your uconnect威 phone paired cellular phone to the uconnect威 phone or vice versa press the VOICE REC OGNITION button and say Transfer Call Connect or Disconnect Link Between the uconnect威 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 t...

Page 100: ...w the prompts You can also press the VOICE RECOGNITION 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威 phone will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near approximately within 30 ft 9 m the vehicle Delete uconnect威 pho...

Page 101: ...TION button and say the Setup Voice Training command Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the uconnect威 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 ...

Page 102: ...ated 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威 phonebook Phonebook Downloaded and uconnect威 phone Local name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar You can ...

Page 103: ...ering 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威 phone When this happens the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off on Your cellular phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth威 ON mode Power Up...

Page 104: ...102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 105: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 3 ...

Page 106: ...104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 107: ...ve 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 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 3 ...

Page 108: ...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威 Tutorial try again voice training work yes 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 109: ...R 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 Interface System to recognize user voice com mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a raised ...

Page 110: ...y 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 if you are in the disc menu and you are listening to FM radio you can speak commands from the disc menu or from the FM radio menu When using this system you should speak clearly and at a normal speaking vol...

Page 111: ...n Menu Start a dialogue by pressing the VR 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 system setup Radio AM or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave If Equipped To switch to the AM band say AM or Radio AM In this...

Page 112: ...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 switch to the disc mode say Disc In this mode you may say t...

Page 113: ...eviously recorded memos During the playback you may press the VR 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 commands Language German ...

Page 114: ...ds and phrases when prompted by uconnect威 phone For best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only SEATS Easy Entry Seats Pulling upward on the lever located on the seatback allows the seatback ...

Page 115: ...ard 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 Easy Entry Seats Power Seat Switches 1 Power Seat Control 2 Power Seatback Control UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 3 ...

Page 116: ...e 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 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YO...

Page 117: ...ort Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of a rear impact Adjust the restraint so that the upper edge is as high as practical To raise it pull upward on the head restraint To lower it press the button on the post guide and push downward on the head restraint Lumbar Support Adjustable Head Restraint UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 3 ...

Page 118: ... 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 indicat...

Page 119: ...e seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area Pull on the loops shown in the illustration to fold down either or both seatbacks These loops can be tucked away when not in use When the seatback is folded to the upright position make sure it is...

Page 120: ...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 vehicle is in motion They could be seriously injured in an accident Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Two latches must be released to open the hood 1 Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of...

Page 121: ... it is open approxi mately 6 in 15 cm and then drop it This should secure both latches Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged WARNING If the hood is not fully 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 Hood Safety Catch UNDERSTANDING TH...

Page 122: ...ment panel light operation Automatic Headlights This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels To turn the system on rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the AUTO A position When the system is on the headlight time delay feature is also on This means the headlights will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch OFF To tur...

Page 123: ...ation for up to 90 seconds programmable when leaving your vehicle in an unlit area To activate the delay feature turn off the ignition switch while the headlights are still on Then turn off the headlights within 45 seconds The delay interval begins when the headlight switch is turned off If you turn the headlights parking lights or ignition switch ON again the system will cancel the delay If you t...

Page 124: ...oor is opened Fog Lights The front fog light switch is built into the head light switch To activate the front fog lights turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and press the headlight switch To turn off the front fog lights either press the headlight switch again or turn off the headlight switch An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned ...

Page 125: ... If either indicator has a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside light bulb If an indicator fails to light when the multifunction lever is moved see your autho rized dealer for service NOTE A Turn Signal On message will appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC and a con tinuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km with either turn signal on...

Page 126: ...ors on the overhead console Each light is turned on by pressing the lens Press the lens a second time to turn off the light These lights also turn on when a door is opened or 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 Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened To prote...

Page 127: ...ate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights The interior lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this position Interior Light Defeat OFF Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom off position The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open Parade Mode Daytime Brightness Feature Rotate the dimmer control upward to the fi...

Page 128: ...ult if the wiper switch is left in any position other than off Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be tween cycles desirable Rotate the end of the multifunc tion lever to the first detent position and then turn the end of the multifunction lever to select the desired delay interval There are six delay setting...

Page 129: ... column to the second detent and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper control is in the delay range the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles after releasing the multifunction lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is turned off the wipers will operat...

Page 130: ...he steering column upward or downward It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column The tilt telescoping control handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column To unlock the steering column pull the control handle outward To tilt the steering column move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired To lengthen or shorten the steering column pull th...

Page 131: ...iving or driving without the telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged Electronic Speed Control takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The Electronic Speed Control lever located on the right side of the steering wheel operates the system Electronic Speed Control Lever 1 CANCEL 2 RESU...

Page 132: ...e control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired push the lever downward to SET DECEL and release Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed NOTE Electronic Speed Control will only function in 3rd 4th or 5th gear when in the Autostick威 mode if eq...

Page 133: ...pushing up and holding the lever in RESUME ACCEL When the lever is released a new set speed will be established Tapping the lever to RESUME ACCEL once will result in a 1 mph 1 6 km h speed increase Each time the lever is tapped speed increases so tapping the 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 le...

Page 134: ... 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 roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contain...

Page 135: ...etent 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 Push on the raised bar on the compartment door to open Push on the raised bar to close GARAGE DOOR OPENER HomeLink威 replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers moto...

Page 136: ...Only use this trans ceiver with a garage door opener that has a stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982 Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features Call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for safety information or as sistance Vehicle exhaust contains carbon m...

Page 137: ...n the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Place the hand held transmitter 1 to 3 in 3 to 8 cm from the HomeLink威 buttons while keeping the EVIC display in view For optimal training point the battery end of the hand held transmitter away from the HomeLink威 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink威 button and the hand held transmitter button until the EVIC display changes from C...

Page 138: ...hannel if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink威 and the garage door opener was manufactured after 1995 the garage door opener may have rolling code If so proceed to the heading Programming A Rolling Code System 5 PROGRAMMING A ROLLING CODE SYSTEM At the garage door opener motor in the garage locate the learn or training button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is a...

Page 139: ... HomeLink威 buttons repeat each step for each remaining button DO NOT erase the channels Gate Operator Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for HomeLink威 to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time ou...

Page 140: ...be used at any time Reprogramming A Single HomeLink姞 Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained follow these steps 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button for 20 seconds until the EVIC display states CHANNEL TRAINING Do not release the button 3 Without releasing the button proceed with Program ming HomeLink威 Step 2 and fol...

Page 141: ... for information or assistance General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE The transmitter has been tested and it complies ...

Page 142: ...Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death In an accident there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are also properly secured Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof Never allow your fingers other body parts or any object to proje...

Page 143: ...se the switch when the sunroof is in the position desired and it will stop moving If you continue to hold the switch in the forward position the sunroof will close fully and then stop automatically Release the switch once the sunroof stops moving Closing Sunroof Express Press the switch forward and release and the sunroof will close automatically from any position The sunroof will close fully and ...

Page 144: ...en automatically as the sunroof opens NOTE The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be min...

Page 145: ...e outlets are protected by a fuse The front 12 Volt power outlet has power available only when the ignition is ON This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit NOTE If desired the front power outlet can be con verted by your authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch in the LOCK position The center console power outlet is powered directly from the battery p...

Page 146: ...ccessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones 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 ...

Page 147: ...gth of time to allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle s battery Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or acces sory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage CUPHOLDERS Front Cupholders The front cupholders are located in the center console Front Cupholders UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 3 ...

Page 148: ...r armrest between the rear seats The cupholders are positioned forward in the armrest and side by side to provide convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining a resting place for the rear occupants el bows 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...

Page 149: ... 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 Sliding Console Armrest Center Console UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 3 ...

Page 150: ...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 151: ...on Center EVIC 165 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 167 Engine Oil Change Indicator System 169 Trip Functions 170 Performance Features 172 Keyless Go Display If Equipped 175 Compass Display 176 Driver Selectable Surround Sound DSS If Equipped 178 System Warnings Customer Information Features 178 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 178 4 ...

Page 152: ...erating Instructions Voice Recognition System VR If Equipped 194 Operating Instructions uconnect威 phone If Equipped 194 Clock Setting Procedure 194 䡵 Sales Code RES AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player MP3 AUX Jack 197 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 197 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 200 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 202 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 205 䡵 Sales Code...

Page 153: ...iPod威 Using Radio Buttons 219 Play Mode 219 List Or Browse Mode 220 䡵 uconnect威 studios Satellite Radio If Equipped REN REQ RER RES Radios Only 222 System Activation 223 Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 223 Selecting uconnect威 studios Satellite Mode 224 Satellite Antenna 224 Reception Quality 224 Operating Instructions uconnect威 studios Satellite Mode 224 Operating Ins...

Page 154: ...Surround DSS If Equipped 227 䡵 Remote Sound System Controls 228 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 229 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 230 䡵 Climate Controls 230 Manual Air Conditioning And Heating System 230 Operating Tips 235 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 155: ...lets 5 Heated Seat Switch 9 Ignition Switch 2 Instrument Cluster 6 ESP OFF Switch 10 Trunk Release Switch 3 Glove Compartment 7 Hazard Warning Switch 11 Headlight Switch 4 Radio 8 Climate Control UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 4 ...

Page 156: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 157: ...electronic speed control is on 5 Tachometer The 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 turned ON and remain on briefly as ...

Page 158: ...er 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 co...

Page 159: ...m 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 160: ...elerator 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 ...

Page 161: ...eam headlights are on Push the multifunction lever away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights to high beam 16 Seat Belt Reminder Light This light will turn on for five to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON A chime will sound if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled during the bulb check The Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuousl...

Page 162: ... refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in this section Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged a Check Gascap message will display in the EVIC Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message If the problem continues the message will appea...

Page 163: ...d by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level The light will remain on until the cause is corrected NOTE The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi tions The vehicle should have service performed and the brake fluid level checked If brake failure is indicated...

Page 164: ... Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine...

Page 165: ...em detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subse quent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the sys tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons includi...

Page 166: ...S 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 normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti Lock brakes If the ABS ligh...

Page 167: ...o alert you to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster This system conveniently allows the driver to sel...

Page 168: ... select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel MENU Button Press and release the MENU button and the mode displayed will change between Trip Functions Performance Pages uconnect威 gps If Equipped System Warnings System Sta tus Personal Settings and Surround Sound If Equipped FUNCTION SELECT Button Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to accept a selection The FUNCTI...

Page 169: ...which radio is in the vehicle Refer to Remote Sound System Controls in this section Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays When the appropriate conditions exist the EVIC displays the following messages Turn Signal On with a continuous warning chime if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km with either turn signal on Left Front Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Left Rear...

Page 170: ... Front Low Pressure with a single chime Right Rear Low Pressure with a single chime Check TPM System with a single chime ESP Off Check Gascap Key FOB Battery Low Service Keyless System Wrong Key Push Button or Insert Key Turn To Run refer to Remote Starting System in Section 2 1 4 SKIPSHIFT Stereo If Equipped with Driver Selectable Surround Sound DSS Audio Surround If Equipped with Driver Selectab...

Page 171: ...on your personal driving style Unless reset this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position To turn off the message temporarily press and release the MENU button To reset the oil change indica tor system after performing the scheduled maintenance refer to the following procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position Do not start the engin...

Page 172: ...w dashes for two seconds Then the history information will be erased and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average reading before the reset Distance To Empty DTE Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy according to the current fuel tan...

Page 173: ...last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position Display Units of Measure in To make your selection press and release the FUNC TION SELECT button until ENGLISH or METRIC appears To Reset The Display Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being displayed Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT ...

Page 174: ...fety of others Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The Performance Features include the following 0 60 mph 0 100 km h Braking Distance 1 8 Mile 1 4 Mile Instantaneous G Force Peak G Force Digital Speedometer To access press and release the MENU button until Performance Features displays in the EVIC Press the SCROLL button to cycle through the features Press the FUNCTION...

Page 175: ...cted this screen displays the vehicle s braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was depressed This feature will only function when applying the brakes at speeds above 30 mph 48 km h Engaging the parking brake will disable this feature The word READY will flash when conditions are met for the event to begin The distance and speed measurements display while the event is taking place ...

Page 176: ...tton will clear the current run and display the vehicle s best 1 8 mile 1 4 mile run To clear the vehicle s best 1 8 mile 1 4 mile run press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for five seconds Instantaneous G Force When selected this screen displays the current G Force longitudinal and lateral along with a friction circle that displays the directions of the forces Peak G Force When selected this ...

Page 177: ...eyless Go Display If Equipped When the ENGINE START STOP button is pressed to change ignition switch positions the Keyless Go icon momentarily appears in the EVIC display showing the new ignition switch position The round symbol in the middle rotates to point at the new ignition switch position If desired the ignition switch position graphic can be set to be constantly visible by pressing the EVIC...

Page 178: ... compass is calibrated You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects until the CAL message displayed in the EVIC turns off The compass will now function normally Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL indicator does not appear in the EVIC display you must put the compass into the Cal...

Page 179: ...nces and provide the most accurate compass heading For the most accurate compass performance the compass must be set using the following steps NOTE Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel such as iPod s Cell Phones Lap tops and Radar Detectors This is where the compass module is located and it can cause interference with the compass sensor and it may give false readings 1...

Page 180: ...he FUNC TION SELECT button to change surround modes System Warnings Customer Information Features Press and release the MENU button until SYSTEM WARNINGS displays in the EVIC Then press the SCROLL button to display anyone of the following choices Oil Temperature Shows the actual oil temperature Oil Pressure Shows the actual oil pressure Tire Pressure Shows the actual tire pressure for each tire EX...

Page 181: ... selected both doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph 24 km h To make your selection press and release the FUNC TION SELECT button until ON or OFF appears Unlock Doors Automatically on Exit When ON is selected both doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver s door is opened To make your sele...

Page 182: ...d To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SE LECT button until ON or OFF appears Headlamps On with Wipers Available with Auto Headlights Only When ON is selected and the headlight switch is in the AUTO A position the headlights will turn on approxi mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on ...

Page 183: ... switches radio uconnect威 phone if equipped power sunroof if equipped and ignition powered power out lets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until Off 45 sec 5 min 10 min 30 min or 60 min appears Turn by Turn Navigation If Equipped When ON...

Page 184: ...ess the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned ON the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played SEEK Buttons P...

Page 185: ...hicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With uconnect message will display on the radio screen Phone Button uconnect威 phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the uconnect威 phone feature if equipped Refer to uconnect威 phone in Section 3 If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With ...

Page 186: ...requency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequencies TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob and BASS will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or dec...

Page 187: ...USIC 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 Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Music Type information Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following format types Program Type 16 Digit Charact...

Page 188: ... preset button is activated while in the Music Type Program Type mode the Music Type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station AM and FM Buttons Press the buttons to select AM or FM mode SET Button To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory press the SET button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display wind...

Page 189: ...tions that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations DISC Button Pressing the DISC button will allow you to switch from AM FM modes to Disc modes Operation Instructions DISC MODE for CD and MP3 WMA Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio LOAD Button Loading Compact Disc s Press the LOAD button and the pushbu...

Page 190: ...the radio The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF SEEK Button CD MODE Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow you to scro...

Page 191: ... R CD RW MP3 WMA and CDDA MP3 Supported Medium Formats File Systems The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio ...

Page 192: ...on MP3 WMA files named with the MP3 WMA extension may cause play back problems The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 WMA and will not play the file When using the MP3 WMA encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 WMA file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 WMA fi...

Page 193: ...cs may take longer to load than non multisession discs Number of files and folders Loading times will increase with more files and folders To increase the speed of disc loading it is recommended to use CD R media and single session discs To create a single session disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc LIST Button DISC Mode for MP3 WMA Play Pressing the LIST button will bri...

Page 194: ...UX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 WMA player cassette player or microphone and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil iary device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE The AUX device must be turned on and the device s volume set to...

Page 195: ...ing Instructions uconnect威 studios Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to uconnect威 studios Satellite Radio in this section Dolby威 Manufactured under license from Dolby威 Laboratories Dolby威 and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby威 Laboratories Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technol ogy that is protected by U S patents and other intellec tual property rights Use of...

Page 196: ...r detailed operating instructions Operating Instructions Voice Recognition System VR If Equipped For the radio refer to Voice Recognition System VR in Section 3 Operating Instructions uconnect姞 phone If Equipped Refer to uconnect威 phone in Section 3 Clock Setting Procedure uconnect威 gps RER only The GPS receiver used in this system is synchronized to the time data being transmitted by the GPS sate...

Page 197: ... is displayed To move the minute backward touch the screen where the word Min with the arrow pointing downward is displayed 6 To save the new time setting touch the screen where the word Save is displayed Changing Daylight Savings Time When selected this feature will display the time of day in daylight savings time Proceed as follows to change the current setting 1 Turn on the radio 2 Touch the sc...

Page 198: ...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 are displayed The time zone selection menu will appear on the screen 4 Select a time zone by touching the screen where your selection appears ...

Page 199: ...ry 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 s...

Page 200: ...the 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 arro...

Page 201: ... 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 the...

Page 202: ...tructions 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 labe...

Page 203: ...types one side is a DVD the other side is a CD should not be used and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF NOTE Eje...

Page 204: ...M or FM mode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran domly selected track Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP...

Page 205: ...io may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will result in this display With 200 files exceeding 50 folders will result in this display Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a three character extension Level 2 31 including a separator and a three chara...

Page 206: ... addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rate MPEG Specification Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song titl...

Page 207: ...ion disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the DISC AUX button will change the mode to auxil...

Page 208: ...o Push the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played SEEK Button...

Page 209: ...tton uconnect威 phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the uconnect威 phone feature if equipped Refer to uconnect威 phone in Section 3 If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With uconnect message will display on the radio screen TIME Button Press the TIME button to alternate locations of the time and frequency display Clock Setting...

Page 210: ...ses the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in either AM or FM frequencies TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob and BASS will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or ...

Page 211: ...USIC 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 Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Music Type information Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following format types Program Type 16 Digit Charact...

Page 212: ...e function only operates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Program Type mode the Music Type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between the following items Set Clock Pressing the SELECT button will allow you to set the clock Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to adjust...

Page 213: ... SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 AM and 12 FM stations DISC AUX ...

Page 214: ...tart of track 1 CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use adhesive labels These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism RES is a single CD player Do not attempt to insert a second CD if one is already loaded Dual media disc types one side is a DVD the other side is a ...

Page 215: ...old FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner AM FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random ord...

Page 216: ...s limited For large numbers of files and or folders the radio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will result in this display With 200 files exceeding 50 folders will result in this display Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a three character e...

Page 217: ...ddition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specification Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song title...

Page 218: ...T Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob Selecting a folder by press ing the TUNE SCROLL control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain playable files The folder list will tim...

Page 219: ...this button to change the display to time of day The time of day will display for five seconds when the ignition is OFF Operating Instructions uconnect威 phone If Equipped Refer to uconnect威 phone in Section 3 Operating Instructions uconnect威 studios Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to uconnect威 studios Satellite Radio in this section UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE UCI IF EQUIPPED NOTE This section ...

Page 220: ...nsole Once the iPod威 is connected and synchronized to the vehicle s UCI system iPod威 may take a few seconds to connect the iPod威 starts charging and is ready for use by pressing radio switches as described below NOTE You may have to remove the connector pin protection cap from the 16 pin connector port prior to connect ing the cable If the iPod威 battery is completely discharged it may not communic...

Page 221: ... iPod威 and display data Use the TUNE control knob to select the next or previous track Turning it clockwise forward by one click while playing a track skips to the next track Turning it counterclockwise backward by one click during the first two seconds of the track will jump to the previous track in the list Turning this button at any other time in the track will jump to the beginning of the curr...

Page 222: ...ode to repeat the current playing track Press the SCAN button to use iPod威 scan mode which will play the first five seconds of each track in the current list and then forward to the next song To stop SCAN mode and start playing the desired track when it is playing the track press the SCAN button again During Scan mode you can also press the SEEK and SEEK buttons to select the previous and next tra...

Page 223: ...backwards counter clockwise to get to the track faster In List mode the radio PRESET Buttons are used as shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod威 Preset 1 Playlists Preset 2 Artists Preset 3 Albums Preset 4 Genres Preset 5 Audiobooks Preset 6 Podcasts Pressing a PRESET button will display the current list on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line To Exit List mode wit...

Page 224: ...e to the device and or to the connectors WARNING Do not plug in or remove the iPod威 while driving Failure to follow this warning could result in an accident uconnect姞 studios SATELLITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED REN REQ RER RES RADIOS ONLY Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Sate...

Page 225: ...nformation available when calling 1 The Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 2 Your Vehicle Identification Number To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access With REQ RES Radios With the ignition switch in the ON RUN or ACC posi tion and the radio on press the SETUP button and scroll using the Tune Scroll control knob until Sirius ID is selected Press...

Page 226: ...ons The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage Operating Instructions uconnect姞 studios Satellite Mode NOTE The ignition...

Page 227: ...nnel in the direction of the arrows TUNE Control Rotary Turn the rotary Tune Scroll control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the Tune Scroll control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected T...

Page 228: ... SET but ton the channel will continue 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 ...

Page 229: ...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 o...

Page 230: ... 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 information depending on which radio is in the vehicle If the Compass Temp Audio screen is already displayed w...

Page 231: ...ons 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 to edge 3 Do not apply paper paper CD labels or tape to the disc avoid scratching the disc 4 Do not ...

Page 232: ...an cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This 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 Con...

Page 233: ...ontrol Use this control to regulate the tem perature of the air inside the passenger compartment The blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while 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 of dirt or insects Clean with a gentl...

Page 234: ...the instrument panel center console and floor outlets NOTE For all settings except full cold or full hot there is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets The warmer air flows to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window...

Page 235: ...ode Use the recirculation mode to provide maximum A C performance in hot ambient conditions or to block outside odors dust etc NOTE Continuous use of the recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur Extended use of this mode is not recommended The use of the recirculation mode in cold or damp weather may cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture build...

Page 236: ...re control to the desired temperature 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 vehicle the control will return to the customer selected settings ...

Page 237: ...erating 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 50 solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water is ...

Page 238: ...rost 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 Demisters A side window demister outlet is located at each end of the...

Page 239: ...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 ...

Page 240: ...Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 241: ...ther Below 20 F Or 29 C 248 If Engine Fails To Start 249 After Starting 251 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 251 䡵 Manual Transmission If Equipped 251 Six Speed Manual Transmission 251 䡵 Automatic Transmission If Equipped 255 General Information 256 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 258 Brake Transmission Interlock Manual Override 258 Five Speed Automatic Transmission 259 5 ...

Page 242: ... 270 Manual Transmission If Equipped 271 Automatic Transmission If Equipped 271 䡵 Brake System 272 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 273 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System 276 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 276 Traction Control System TCS 276 Brake Assist System BAS 277 Hill Start Assist HSA Manual Transmission Only 278 Electronic Stability Program ESP 280 Synchronizing ESP 284 ESP BAS Malfunction Indicator L...

Page 243: ...Tires 299 䡵 Tire Chains 300 䡵 Snow Tires 301 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 301 Tire Rotation Four Season Rsa Tires 302 Tire Rotation F1 Three Season Tires 302 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 303 Premium System 305 General Information 308 䡵 Fuel Requirements 308 6 1L Engine 308 Reformulated Gasoline 309 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 309 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 310 MMT In Gasoline 311...

Page 244: ...as Cap 313 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 315 䡵 Vehicle Loading 315 Vehicle Certification Label 315 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 316 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 316 Overloading 316 Loading 317 䡵 Trailer Towing 317 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 317 242 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 245: ...y 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 246: ...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 247: ...er ate the ignition switch with the push of a button as long as the ENGINE START STOP button is installed and the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter is in the passenger compartment Installing and Removing the ENGINE START STOP Button Installing the Button 1 Remove the ignition key 2 Insert the ENGINE START STOP button into the ignition switch with the lettering facing up and readable 3 Press firmly ...

Page 248: ...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 249: ...in the ACC position 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 then press and release the ENGINE START STOP button 2 The ignition switch will return to the OFF position 3 Place the shif...

Page 250: ...th 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 ignition switch to the ON RUN position EVIC displays IGNITION MODE RUN Press the ENGINE START STOP button a third time to return the ignition switch to the OFF positi...

Page 251: ...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 252: ...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 253: ...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 254: ...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 255: ...top before shifting into REVERSE Failure to do so may result in transmission damage You should always use first gear when starting from a standing position if under heavy load Recommended Shift Speeds To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for fuel economy it should be upshifted as listed in recom mended shift speed chart MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS 1 4 4 5 5 6 mph 20 37 ...

Page 256: ...re 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 coolant antifreeze is higher than 106 F 41 C vehicle speed is greater than 19 mph 30 km h but less than 21 mph 34 km h and the transmission is in first gear and the accele...

Page 257: ... 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 engine is at idle speed Do not shift from REVERSE PARK or NEUTR...

Page 258: ...l gears au tomatically dependent upon Altitude 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 engi...

Page 259: ... 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 vehicle you should always shift the transmission into PARK remove the key from the ignition and apply the parking...

Page 260: ...tch is in the LOCK position To move the shift lever out of the PARK position the ignition switch must be turned to the ON position and the brake pedal must be pressed Brake Transmission Interlock Manual Override There is an override for the BTSI that allows you to move the shift lever out of the PARK position if an electrical system malfunction occurs i e dead battery To access the override using ...

Page 261: ...on When complete return the override cover to its original position Five Speed Automatic Transmission 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 transm...

Page 262: ... brake Always apply the parking 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 p...

Page 263: ...ic or road conditions You might lose control of the vehicle and have an accident DRIVE This range should be used for most city and highway driving It provides the smoothest upshifts and down shifts and the best fuel economy The transmission automatically upshifts through 5th gear The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions When frequent transmi...

Page 264: ... vehicle is brought to a stop After the vehicle has stopped PARK REVERSE and NEUTRAL will continue to operate Sec ond gear will operate in the DRIVE position The Mal function Indicator Light MIL may be illuminated A reset 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 shi...

Page 265: ...r lower range of gears Moving the shift lever to the left triggers a downshift and to the right an upshift The gear position will display in the instrument cluster on the transmission range indicator NOTE In Autostick威 mode the transmission will 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 Ce...

Page 266: ...y downshift to 1st gear when coming to a stop Starting out in second gear is helpful in snowy or icy conditions Avoid using speed control when Autostick威 is en gaged The transmission will automatically shift up when maximum engine speed is reached while Autostick威 is engaged Transmission shifting will be more sharper when Autostick威 is engaged DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid accele...

Page 267: ...cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precau tions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are slushy 2 Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehi...

Page 268: ...d or a path where water is flowing and or rising as in storm run off Flowing water can wear away the road or path s surface and cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water Furthermore flowing and or rising water can carry your vehicle away swiftly Failure to follow this warning may result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Shallow Standing Water Alt...

Page 269: ...h standing water may cause dam age to your vehicle s drivetrain components Al ways inspect your vehicle s fluids i e engine oil transmission axle etc for signs of contamination i e fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance after driving through standing water Do not con tinue to operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated as this may result in further dam age Such damage is not covered ...

Page 270: ...m will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost If for some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort especially at very low vehicle speeds and durin...

Page 271: ...ak is suspected abnormal noises are apparent and or the system is not functioning as antici pated Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho rized dealer No chemical flushes should be used in any power steering system only the approved lubricant may be used WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurat...

Page 272: ...rking on a flat surface place the shift lever in the PARK position automatic transmission R Reverse or 1st gear manual transmission first 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 ad...

Page 273: ...release handle Automatic Transmission If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel To apply the parking brake push the parking 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 Parking Brake Release STARTING AND OPERATING 271 5 ...

Page 274: ... not leave the key in the ignition A child could operate power win dows other controls or move the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake failure and an accident BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability the remaining system will still functi...

Page 275: ...ls from over braking and provides greater control of available braking forces applied to the rear axle When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph 11 km h you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises These noises are the system per forming its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS system is working properly This self check occurs each time the vehicle is started and a...

Page 276: ...e Anti Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident Pumping makes the stopping distance longer Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop The Anti Lock Brake System ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicl...

Page 277: ...s long as four seconds If the ABS Warning Light remains on or comes 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 normally if the Brake Warning Light is not on If the ABS Warning Light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore ...

Page 278: ...ding on slippery surfaces during braking For more information about ABS refer to Anti Lock Brake System in Section 5 WARNING The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions The ABS cannot prevent accidents including those re sulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces o...

Page 279: ...ore information Brake Assist System BAS This system complements the ABS by optimizing the vehicle braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers This system detects an emergency braking situation by sensing the rate and amount of brake appli cation and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes This can help reduce braking distances Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS ...

Page 280: ...er when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill HSA will maintain the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the driver takes their foot off of the brake pedal If the driver does not apply the throttle during this short period of time the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill The system will release brake pressure in propor...

Page 281: ... Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Sec tion 4 of this manual For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following steps NOTE You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 90 seconds 1 Center the steering wheel front wheels pointing straight forward 2 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL 3 Apply the parking brake 4 Start the engine 5 Release the clutch pedal 6 ...

Page 282: ...d path The ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle When the actual path does not match the intended path the ESP applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer Oversteer when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the...

Page 283: ...modes ESP On This is the normal operating mode for the ESP Whenever the vehicle is started the ESP system will be in this mode This mode should be used for most driving situations The ESP should only be turned OFF for specific reasons as noted in the following paragraphs Partial Off The Partial Off mode is intended for times when a more spirited driving experience is desired It is also intended fo...

Page 284: ...one while the vehicle is in motion Full Off This mode is intended for off highway or off road use only and should not be used on any public roadways In this mode all TCS and ESP stability features are turned OFF To enter the Full Off mode press and hold the ESP OFF switch for five seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine running After five seconds a chime will sound the ESP TCS Indicat...

Page 285: ...remains active This feature controls wheel spin across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel and allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with tire chains or when starting off in deep snow san...

Page 286: ...ction Indicator Light for the ESP is combined with the BAS indicator The ESP BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and the ESP TCS Indicator Light in the instrument cluster both come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position They should go out with the engine running The system will turn the ESP BAS Malfunction Indica tor Light on continuously while the engine is running if it detects a m...

Page 287: ...F previously The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active This is normal the sounds will stop when the ESP becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESP activation TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 1 U S DOT Safety Stan dards Code TIN 4 Maximum Load 2 Size Designation 5 Maximum Pressure 3 Service Description 6 Treadwear Traction and Temperature Gr...

Page 288: ...size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width 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...

Page 289: ...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 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 5 ...

Page 290: ...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 291: ... 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 292: ...nd Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 total weight your vehicle can carry 3 tire size designed for your vehicle 4 cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Tire and Loading Information Placard 290 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 293: ...e statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed X...

Page 294: ...to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the se...

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Page 296: ...Never overload them TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Continued 294 STARTING AND OPERAT...

Page 297: ...on pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement Under inflation also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consumption Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and...

Page 298: ...for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum infla tion pressure molded into the tire sidewall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temp...

Page 299: ...se them to fail You could have a serious accident Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause an accident Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four or six in case of trucks with dua...

Page 300: ...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 301: ...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 302: ...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 303: ...r 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 trea...

Page 304: ...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 302 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 305: ...ll 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 a...

Page 306: ...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 307: ...lity to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire pressure gauge even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPM Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire Premium System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted elec...

Page 308: ...dition the EVIC will display one or more low pressure 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 co...

Page 309: ...ound a chime In addition the EVIC 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 mess...

Page 310: ...ral Information This device complies 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...

Page 311: ...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 312: ... 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 313: ... even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United 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 norm...

Page 314: ...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 odorles...

Page 315: ...le to prevent carbon monoxide and other poison ous 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 the...

Page 316: ...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 317: ...E 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 the driver s door The label ...

Page 318: ...ceeded 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 exceed the GVWR and the front and rear GAWR The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for operation Weigh it on a commercial...

Page 319: ...R 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 vehicle s GVWR and GAWRs TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Recrea...

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Page 321: ...䡵 TIREFIT Tire Repair 321 䡵 Jump Starting 327 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 330 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 331 Without The Ignition Key 331 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground 332 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly 333 6 ...

Page 322: ...en 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 switch is in the LOCK position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the follo...

Page 323: ...at You can also turn the Temperature Control to maxi mum heat the Mode Control to floor and the Fan 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 your v...

Page 324: ...located under an access panel in the trunk 1 Air pump hose 2 Power plug and cable 3 AIR PUMP switch 4 Pressure gauge 5 TIREFIT sealant bottle 6 TIREFIT sealant hose TIREFIT Location TIREFIT Kit 322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 325: ...sistance Continued WARNING Continued Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair eyes or clothing TIRE FIT is harmful if inhaled swallowed or absorbed through the skin It causes skin eye and respira tory irritation Any contact with eyes or skin should be flushed immediately with plenty of water If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT change clothing as soon as pos...

Page 326: ... lever in PARK automatic transmission or gear manual trans mission and start the engine 9 Press the switch 3 on the air pump to I ON The air pump should start to inflate the tire and the tire sealant white fluid will flow from the sealant bottle 5 through the TIREFIT sealant hose 6 and into the tire 10 Allow the air pump to run for five minutes and then read the pressure gauge 4 If the tire inflat...

Page 327: ...l proceed to the following step NOTE If a tire pressure of 26 psi 1 8 bar is not obtained within five minutes the tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further Call for assistance 19 With a tire pressure of no less than 26 psi 1 8 bar press the AIR PUMP switch 3 to 0 OFF and turn off the engine Then disconnect the TIREFIT system from the tire and place it back in the vehicl...

Page 328: ...e tire pressure is set to the pressure indicated on the tire pressure label press the AIR PUMP switch 3 to 0 OFF and turn off the engine 28 Disconnect the TIREFIT system from the tire and reinstall the valve cap 29 Place the sealant kit back in the trunk of the vehicle Replace the sealant bottle at your nearest authorized MOPAR威 parts dealership 30 Have the tire inspected at the earliest opportuni...

Page 329: ...ytime the ignition switch is ON You can be hurt by the fan Continued WARNING Continued Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a dis charged battery booster c...

Page 330: ...attery 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 NOTE The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk 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 elect...

Page 331: ...he following illustration for jump starting connections 6 Connect the other cable first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged battery Make sure you have a good contact on the engine ground Refer to the following illustration for jump starting connections 7 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery Let the...

Page 332: ...weather when temperatures are be low the freezing point electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze Do not attempt jump starting because the battery could rupture or explode The battery temperature must be brought above the freezing point before attempting jump start FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud sand or snow it can often be moved by a rocking motion Turn your ste...

Page 333: ...e 35 mph 55 km h WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure some one Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 35 mph 55 km h when you are stuck and don t let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Without The Ignition Key Special care must be...

Page 334: ...he following condi tions The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL The distance to be traveled must not exceed 30 miles 48 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 30 miles 48 km the vehicle must be transported using a flatbed truck 332 WHAT TO ...

Page 335: ... from the rear Damage to the rear sheet metal and fascia 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 key must be in the ON position not the ACC position Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle...

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Page 337: ...tion And Maintenance Programs 340 䡵 Replacement Parts 341 䡵 Dealer Service 342 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 342 Engine Oil 342 Engine Oil Filter 344 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 345 Maintenance Free Battery 346 Air Conditioner Maintenance 348 Body Lubrication 349 Windshield Wiper Blades 349 Adding Washer Fluid 349 Exhaust System 350 Cooling System 353 7 ...

Page 338: ...Vehicle Storage 374 䡵 Replacement Light Bulbs 374 䡵 Bulb Replacement 375 Low Beam Headlight High Beam Headlight Park Turn Light Models With Halogen Headlights If Equipped 375 Low Beam Headlight High Beam Headlight And Park Turn Light Models With High Intensity Discharge HID Headlights If Equipped 375 Front Rear Side Marker Light 376 Tail Turn Stop Light 376 Center Tail Backup Light 379 Center High...

Page 339: ...䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 382 Engine 382 Chassis 383 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 7 ...

Page 340: ...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 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 341: ... though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emissions control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running...

Page 342: ...is ready 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 chec...

Page 343: ...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 344: ...y 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 the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance ...

Page 345: ...ls NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6 000 miles 10 000 km or six months whichever occurs first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute API categories of SM or SM CF and meet the requirements of Chrysler...

Page 346: ...s to the engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your authorized dealer service station or governm...

Page 347: ...er hoses etc can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Engi...

Page 348: ...ever 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 Location 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 349: ...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 350: ...y Information Book for additional warranty information Continued WARNING Continued The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to the system adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced technician Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hyd...

Page 351: ...ubricated twice a year preferably in the Fall and Spring Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner This will remove accumula tions of salt or road film Operation of...

Page 352: ...ars in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution Exhaust System 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...

Page 353: ... catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage CAUTION Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involv ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor...

Page 354: ...ccur safely bring the vehicle to a complete stop shut the engine OFF and allow the vehicle to cool Thereafter obtain service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifications immediately To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by pushing or tow...

Page 355: ...irty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottl...

Page 356: ... the correct fluid type CAUTION Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT engine coolants may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection If a non HOAT coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the speci fied coolant as soon as possible Do not use plain water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use add...

Page 357: ...stilled water Use higher concentrations not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 34 F 37 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion ized water when mixing the water engine coolant solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper lev...

Page 358: ...osal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by animals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual...

Page 359: ...erfill the coolant recovery bottle Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If antifreeze needs to be added the contents of the coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing If frequent coolant additions are required or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools the cooling system should be pres sure te...

Page 360: ... wear and possible brake damage You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency Master Cylinder Brake Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately if the Brake Warning Light indicates system failure Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per forming underhood services Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap Add fluid ...

Page 361: ...ontamination from foreign matter or moisture CAUTION Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid Seal damage may result Clutch Hydraulic System Manual Transmission If Equipped The clutch hydraulic system is fed by a segregated volume of fluid within the brake system master cylinder reservoir In the event of leakage or wear use only the manufacturer s recommended brake fluid R...

Page 362: ...or the proper maintenance intervals Automatic Transmission If Equipped Fluid Level Check Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not required For this reason the dipstick is omitted If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction have your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manu facturer s recommended fluid may ca...

Page 363: ... transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor mance Use only manufacturer s recommended transmis sion fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section for the correct fluid type It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission only the approved lubricant may b...

Page 364: ...ed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle Outside parking which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami nants road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi tions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and underbody protection The following maintenance recommendations will enabl...

Page 365: ...ds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish CAUTION Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder that will scratch metal and painted surfaces Special Care If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once a month It is important that the drain holes in the lower e...

Page 366: ...d chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dust use MOPAR威 Wheel Cleaner 05066247AB or equivalent or select a nonabrasive non acidic cleaner Do not use scouring pads steel wool a bristle brush or metal polishes Only MOPAR威 or equivalent is recommended Do not use oven cleaner Avoid automatic car wash...

Page 367: ...f used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output avoid wiping with a d...

Page 368: ...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 soft tissue Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners This will weaken the fabric Sun damage can also weaken the fabric If the belts need cleaning use MOPAR威 Total Clean a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not...

Page 369: ...re to do so may allow water to get into the integrated power module and possibly result in an electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over load If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the ci...

Page 370: ...Solenoid Alternator 5 6 25 Amp Neutral Ignition Coils Injectors 7 8 25 Amp Neutral Starter 9 Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 10 30 Amp Pink Windshield Wiper 11 30 Amp Pink Anti Lock Brake System ABS Valves 12 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan Lo High 13 50 Amp Red Anti Lock Brake System ABS Pump Motor 14 15 50 Amp Red Radiator Fan 16 17 18 19 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 371: ...e Description 20 21 22 Rear Power Distribution 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 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 7 ...

Page 372: ... possibly result in an electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over load If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected Rear Power Distribution Center 370 MAINTAI...

Page 373: ...p Pink Heated Seats if equipped 6 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump 7 15 Amp Blue Sub Amp if equipped Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 8 15 Amp Blue Diagnostic Link Connec tor DLC Wireless Con trol Module WCM Wireless Ignition Node WIN 9 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 10 11 12 13 14 10 Amp Red AC Heater Control Cluster Security Mod ule if equipped 15 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 7 ...

Page 374: ... 23 24 25 26 Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 27 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Con troller ORC 28 10 Amp Red Ignition Run 29 5 Amp Orange Cluster Electronic Sta bility Program ESP Powertrain Control Module PCM STOP LIGHT Switch 30 10 Amp Red Door Modules Power Mirrors Steering Con trol Module SCM 31 32 33 34 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 375: ...Fuse Mini Fuse Description 41 10 Amp Red AC Heater Control Headlights Tire Pres sure Monitoring if equipped 42 30 Amp Pink Front Blower Motor 43 30 Amp Pink Rear Window Defroster 44 20 Amp Blue Amplifier if equipped Sunroof if equipped Cavities 11 12 and 13 contain self resetting fuses circuit breakers that are only serviceable by an autho rized dealer The cluster and the driver seat switch are fu...

Page 376: ...fresh air and high blower setting This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb Number Rear Courtesy Reading Lights W5W Rear Compartment Trunk Light 562 Overhead Console Reading Lights 578 Visor Vanity Lights A6220 Glove Box Light 194 Door Courtesy 562 Shift Indicator ...

Page 377: ...NT Low Beam Headlight High Beam Headlight Park Turn Light Models with Halogen Headlights If Equipped See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement Low Beam Headlight High Beam Headlight and Park Turn Light Models with High Intensity Discharge HID Headlights If Equipped HID Headlights The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the HEA...

Page 378: ...front rear side marker Use a fiber stick or similar tool to gently pry the light on the outboard side to disengage the clip NOTE If a screwdriver is used make sure a soft material is placed between the vehicle body and tool so not to scratch the paint 2 Rotate the bulb s socket counterclockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly from the housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket and insert th...

Page 379: ...3 Remove the fasteners from the back of the tail light assembly 4 Pull back the trunk liner 5 Remove the remaining fasteners from the back of the tail light assembly MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 7 ...

Page 380: ...opriate bulb and socket assembly coun terclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly 10 Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb 11 Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly and then turn it clockwise 12 Reinstall the tail light assembly fasteners electrical connector and trunk liner 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 381: ...lacement Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL The CHMSL uses LED lights that are not serviceable separately The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly see your authorized dealer License Light 1 Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia 2 Remove the bulb and socket assembly MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 7 ...

Page 382: ...rom the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb 4 Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly 5 Reattach the light to the rear fascia and then install the screws 1 License Light Bulb 2 Socket 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 383: ...gine Oil with Filter 6 1 Liter Engine SAE 0W 40 7 Quarts 6 6 Liters Cooling System 6 1 Liter Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 15 Quarts 14 4 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 7 ...

Page 384: ...etroleum Institute API categories of SM or SM CF and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 10725 The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic engine oil such as Mobil 1威 SAE 0W 40 or equivalent For additional information re fer to the Engine Oil Selection and Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade in the Maintenance Procedures section of this manual Oil Filter 6 1L MOPAR威 Engin...

Page 385: ... 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 Rear Axle MOPAR威 Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W90 API GL 5 or equivalent with MOPAR威 Friction Modifier Hypoid Gear Additive MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 7...

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Page 387: ...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 388: ...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 389: ...han your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Oil Change Re quired under Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 or under Odometer Trip Odometer under Instrument Cluster Descriptions in Section 4 At Each Stop for Fuel Check the engine oil level Refer to Engine Oil under Maintenance Procedures in Section 7 Check the windshield washer s...

Page 390: ...TION 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 388 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 391: ...f 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 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 equipp...

Page 392: ... 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 and replace if necessary Change the manual transmission fluid if equipped if using your vehicle for any of the following Most of your driving is at sustained high spe...

Page 393: ...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 rear axle fluid Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 42 000 Miles 70 000 km...

Page 394: ...g 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 weather above 90 F 32 C driving in dusty conditions or stop and go driving Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer ...

Page 395: ...ange 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 Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 66 000 Miles 110 000 km or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine o...

Page 396: ...tie rod ends and boot seals and replace if necessary 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 weather above 90 F 32 C driving in dusty conditions or stop and go driving Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 78 000 Miles 130 000 km or 78 Mo...

Page 397: ...d if equipped add as necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 90 000 Miles 150 000 km or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the engine air cleaner filter Inspect and replace the PCV Valve if necessary Inspect the rear axle fluid Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with fo...

Page 398: ...s and 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 Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 102 000 Miles 170 000 km or 102 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate ti...

Page 399: ...he brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the rear axle fluid Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 114 000 Miles 190 000 km or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signatu...

Page 400: ...e automatic transmission fluid and filter 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 weather above 90 F 32 C driving in dusty conditions or stop and go driving Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 126 000 Miles 210 000 km or 126 Months Main...

Page 401: ...lter Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 138 000 Miles 230 000 km or 138 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized ...

Page 402: ...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 weather above 90 F 32 C driving in dusty conditions or stop and go driving Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 150 000 Miles 250 000 km or 150 Months M...

Page 403: ...NING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 401 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

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

Page 406: ...䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 411 Treadwear 412 Traction Grades 412 Temperature Grades 413 404 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 407: ...now Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSI...

Page 408: ...ome reason you are still not satisfied talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer ship They want to know if you need assistance If an authorized dealership is unable to resolve the concern you may contact the Manufacturer s Cus tomer Center Any communication to the Manufacturer s Customer Center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone ...

Page 409: ... 4568 Outside Mexico City 1 800 505 1300 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY To assist customers who have hearing difficulties the manufacturer has installed special TDD Telecommuni cation Devices for the Deaf equipment at its Customer Center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can comm...

Page 410: ... not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s Service Contract If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s Service Contract and you require service after the manufactur er s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires please refer to the contract documents and contact...

Page 411: ...MOPAR姞 PARTS MOPAR威 fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized dealer They will help keep the vehicle operating at its best REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration N...

Page 412: ...nd Recalls 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard American Express and Discover orders are ac cepted If you prefer mailing your payment please call for an order form NOTE A street address is required when ordering manuals no P O Boxes Service Manuals These co...

Page 413: ...nd engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler LLC vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and main tenance procedures as well as specifications capabili ties and safety tips Call toll free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the Worldwide Web at www techauthority com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire gr...

Page 414: ...to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road charac teristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor mance W...

Page 415: ...d 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 temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloade...

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Page 418: ...ressure Tires 295 Airbag 44 Airbag Deployment 49 51 Airbag Light 50 54 68 158 Airbag Maintenance 53 Airbag Side 46 51 Airbag Window Side Curtain 46 51 Alarm Light 162 Alarm Panic 24 Alarm Security Alarm 18 Alarm System Security Alarm 18 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 224 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 354 355 381 Disposal 356 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 273 276 Anti Lock War...

Page 419: ...sion Limp Home Mode 262 Autostick 263 Axle Fluid 383 Axle Lubrication Axle Fluid 383 Battery 346 Emergency Starting 327 Jump Starting 327 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 24 Location 328 346 Belts Seat 36 68 Body Mechanism Lubrication 349 B Pillar Location 290 Brake Assist System 277 Brake Control System Electronic 276 Brake Fluid 383 Brake Parking 270 Brake System 272 358 Anti Lock ABS 273 276...

Page 420: ...le Loading 315 Cellular Phone 79 Center High Mounted Stop Light 379 Certification Label 315 Chains Tire 300 Chart Tire Sizing 287 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 340 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 66 Checks Safety 66 Child Restraint 56 58 61 63 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 60 61 Clean Air Gasoline 309 Cleaning Wheels 364 Windshield Wiper Blades 349 Climate Control 230 Clock 183 ...

Page 421: ...on 356 Points to Remember 357 Pressure Cap 355 Radiator Cap 355 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 354 381 382 Corrosion Protection 362 Cruise Control Speed Control 129 Cruise Light 155 Cupholders 145 366 Customer Assistance 405 Data Recorder Event 54 Daytime Brightness Interior Lights 125 Daytime Running Lights 122 Dealer Service 342 Deck Lid Emergency Release 34 Deck Lid Power Release 33 Defroster ...

Page 422: ...Electronic Power Distribution Center Fuses 369 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 129 Electronic Stability Program ESP 280 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light 156 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 165 Emergency Deck Lid Release 34 Emergency In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck 330 Hazard Warning Flasher 320 Jump Starting 327 Overheating 320 Towing 331 Emergency Trunk Release 3...

Page 423: ...3 Temperature Gauge 156 Engine Oil Viscosity 343 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 53 Entry System Illuminated 19 Ethanol 309 Event Data Recorder 54 Exhaust Gas Caution 67 312 351 Exhaust System 67 350 Exterior Folding Mirrors 76 Exterior Lighting 120 Exterior Lights 69 Filler Location Fuel 313 Filters Air Cleaner 345 Air Conditioning 237 Engine Oil 344 382 Engine Oil Disposal 344 Flashers Hazard...

Page 424: ...ar Seat 117 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 330 Fuel 308 Adding 313 Additives 311 Clean Air 309 Ethanol 309 Filler Cap Gas Cap 313 Gasoline 308 Gauge 155 Materials Added 311 Methanol 309 Octane Rating 308 382 Requirements 308 Specifications 382 Tank Capacity 381 Fuel System Caution 314 Fueling 313 Fuses 367 Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 133 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 313 339 Gasoline Clean Air 309 Gasoline Fu...

Page 425: ...wing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 265 Hazard Warning Flasher 320 Head Restraints 115 Headlight Washers 349 Headlights 375 Automatic 120 Bulb Replacement 375 Cleaning 365 Delay 121 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 124 Lights On Reminder 122 On With Wipers 121 127 Passing 124 Switch 120 Time Delay 121 Washers 349 Heated Mirrors 77 Heated Seats 116 Heater 230 Heater Engine Block 251 High Beam Low...

Page 426: ...aning 366 Integrated Power Module Fuses 367 Interior Appearance Care 364 Interior Lights 124 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 126 Introduction 4 Jump Starting 327 Key Programming 16 Key Replacement 16 Key Sentry Immobilizer 14 Key In Reminder 14 Keyless Entry System 20 Keyless Go 12 175 245 Keys 12 Kicker Sound System 227 Knee Bolster 44 Lane Change and Turn Signals 123 Lap Shoulder Belts 36 LATCH...

Page 427: ...tability Program ESP Indicator 284 Electronic Throttle Control Warning 156 Engine Temperature Warning 158 Exterior 69 Fog 122 159 Hazard Warning Flasher 320 Headlight Switch 120 Headlights 120 375 Headlights On Reminder 122 Headlights On With Wipers 121 127 High Beam 124 159 High Beam Indicator 159 High Beam Low Beam Select 124 Illuminated Entry 19 Instrument Cluster 120 155 Intensity Control 125 ...

Page 428: ...Vanity Mirror 78 Voltage 155 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 155 Loading Vehicle 315 317 Capacities 317 Tires 290 Locks 28 Auto Unlock 30 Automatic Door 29 Door 28 Power Door 29 Low Tire Pressure System 303 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH 60 61 Lubrication Body 349 Lumbar Support 115 Maintenance Free Battery 346 Maintenance General 342 Maintenance Procedures 342 Maintenance Sche...

Page 429: ...6 Vanity 78 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 303 Mopar Parts 341 409 MTBE ETBE 309 Multi Function Control Lever 123 New Vehicle Break In Period 65 Occupant Restraints 35 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 308 382 Odometer 155 Trip 155 Oil Change Indicator 169 Oil Change Indicator Reset 169 Oil Engine 342 382 Capacity 381 Change Interval 343 Checking 342 Dipstick 342 Dispos...

Page 430: ...Operator Manual 4 410 Paint Care 362 Panic Alarm 24 Parking Brake 270 Parking On Hill 270 Passing Light 124 Personal Settings 178 Pets 65 Phone Cellular 79 Phone Hands Free uconnect威 79 Placard Tire and Loading Information 290 Power Brakes 272 Deck Lid Release 33 Distribution Center Fuses 369 Door Locks 29 Mirrors 77 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 143 Seats 113 Steering 268 269 Sunroof 140 Win...

Page 431: ...Event Data 54 Recreational Towing 317 Reformulated Gasoline 309 Refrigerant 348 Release Hood 118 Reminder Lights On 122 Reminder Seat Belt 41 Remote Control Starting System 26 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 228 Remote Starting System 26 Remote Trunk Release 33 Replacement Bulbs 374 Replacement Keys 16 Replacement Parts 341 Replacement Tires 299 Reporting Safety Defe...

Page 432: ...nd Pregnant Women 43 Child Restraint 56 57 58 63 Extender 44 Front Seat 36 37 Inspection 68 Operating Instructions 37 Pretensioners 41 Rear Seat 36 Reminder 159 Untwisting Procedure 41 Seats 112 Adjustment 112 Head Restraints 115 Heated 116 Height Adjustment 113 Lumbar Support 115 Power 113 Rear Folding 117 Seatback Release 117 Tilting 113 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 18 Selection of Coolant Antifre...

Page 433: ...bag 46 51 Side Curtain Window Airbag 46 Side Window Demisters Defrosters 236 Signals Turn 69 123 157 Slippery Surfaces Driving On 264 Snow Chains Tire Chains 300 Snow Tires 301 Sound System Kicker 227 Spark Plugs 382 Specifications Fuel Gasoline 382 Oil 382 Speed Control Cruise Control 129 Speedometer 155 Starting 26 243 Automatic Transmission 244 Cold Weather 248 Emergency Jump Starting 327 Engin...

Page 434: ...lescoping Steering Column 128 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 156 157 321 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 60 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 18 Theft System Security Alarm 18 Tilt Steering Column 128 Time Delay Headlight 121 Tire and Loading Information Placard 290 Tire Identification Number TIN 289 Tire Markings 285 Tire Safety Information 285 TIREFIT 321 Tires 69 294 411 Aging Life of Tires 299 Air Pr...

Page 435: ...wing Assistance 94 Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home 317 Traction Control 276 Trailer Towing 317 Transmission 360 Automatic 255 259 360 Fluid 383 Manual 251 Shifting 253 255 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 24 Transmitter Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 133 Transmitter Programming Remote Keyless Entry 20 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 Transporting Pets 65 Tread Wear Indicato...

Page 436: ... 291 315 317 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage 236 374 Vehicle Theft Alarm Security Alarm 18 Viscosity Engine Oil 343 Voice Recognition System VR 107 Warning Flasher Hazard 320 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 155 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 409 Washer Adding Fluid 349 Washers Windshield 125 127 349 Washing Vehicle 363 Water Driving Through 265 Wheel...

Page 437: ...indshield Defroster 68 232 233 Windshield Washers 125 127 349 Fluid 349 Windshield Wiper Blades 349 Windshield Wipers 125 Wiper Blade Replacement 349 Wiper Delay 126 Wipers Intermittent 126 INDEX 435 10 ...

Page 438: ...ton CD Mode for MP3 Play INFO Button CD Mode for MP3 Play UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE UCI IF EQUIPPED Connecting The iPodUsing This FeatureControlling The iPod Using Radio ButtonsPlay ModeList Or Browse Modeuconnect studios SATELLITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED REN REQ RER RES RADIOS ONLY System ActivationElectronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID Selecting uconnect studios Satellite Mod...

Page 439: ...nnection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shi...

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