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Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 62

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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for 2012 Challenger

Page 1: ...Challenger O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 2 3 15 11 12 35 PM ...

Page 2: ...optional 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 Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and or make additions to or improvements to its products wit...

Page 3: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 365 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 453 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 469 10 INDEX 479 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

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

Page 7: ...INTRODUCTION 5 ...

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

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

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Page 11: ...Ignition 14 Key In Ignition Reminder 16 䡵 Sentry Key威 16 Replacement Keys 17 Customer Key Programming 18 General Information 18 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm 18 Rearming Of The System 19 To Arm The System 19 To Disarm The System 20 䡵 Illuminated Entry 21 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 21 To Unlock The Doors 22 To Lock The Doors 24 To Open The Trunk 25 2 ...

Page 12: ...ndows 38 Wind Buffeting 40 䡵 Trunk Lock And Release 40 䡵 Trunk Safety Warning 41 Trunk Emergency Release 42 䡵 Occupant Restraints 42 Lap Shoulder Belts 46 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure 51 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions 51 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped 52 Energy Management Feature 53 Seat Belt Pretensioners 54 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert威 ...

Page 13: ... 62 Event Data Recorder EDR 69 Child Restraints 70 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 79 䡵 Safety Tips 80 Transporting Passengers 80 Exhaust Gas 80 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 81 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 84 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ...

Page 14: ...eless Ignition Node WIN operates similar to an ignition switch It has four operating positions three with detents and one that is spring loaded The detent posi tions are OFF ACC and ON RUN The START position is a spring loaded momentary contact position When released from the START position the switch automati cally returns to the ON RUN position NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter...

Page 15: ... key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead The emergency key is also for locking the glove box You can keep the emergency key with you when valet park ing NOTE Entering a vehicle using the emergency key with the theft alarm armed will result in the alarm sounding Insert the Key Fob even if the Key Fob battery is dead into the ignition switch to ...

Page 16: ...on OFF ACC RUN Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information NOTE The power window switches radio power sunroof if equipped and ignition powered power out lets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either door will cancel this feature The time for this...

Page 17: ...ehicle always lock your vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the key fob in or n...

Page 18: ... reminder chime to sound Refer to Start ing Procedures in Starting And Operating for further information SENTRY KEY姞 The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System prevents unauthor ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked The system uses Key Fob with factory mated Remote Keyl...

Page 19: ...ing problems and loss of security protection All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Replacement Keys NOTE Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle CAUTION Always remove the Key Fobs from t...

Page 20: ...lowing conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause unde sired operation VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors and trunk for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unauthorized operation While the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed interior sw...

Page 21: ...Go make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter N Go make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF and the key is physically removed from the ignition 2 Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle Press LOCK on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and or passenger door open Press the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry D...

Page 22: ...on on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during trunk entry Pressing the trunk button will not disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm If someone enters the vehicle through the trunk and opens any door the alarm will sound When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed the interior power door lock switches will not unlock the doors The ...

Page 23: ... mirrors if equipped Refer to Mirrors in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for fur ther information The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN from the OFF position NOTE The front courtesy overhead console and door cour tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the Dome ON positi...

Page 24: ... flash to acknowledge the unlock signal The illuminated entry system will also turn on If equipped with Keyless Enter N Go Passive Entry refer to Keyless Enter N Go under Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information Remote Key Unlock Driver Door All Doors First This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver s door or both doors on the first press of the...

Page 25: ...Security Alarm Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UN LOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit ter This feature can be turned on or turned off Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVI...

Page 26: ... Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further information To Lock The Doors Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit ter to lock both doors The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal If equipped with Keyless Enter N Go Passive Entry refer...

Page 27: ...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 To Open The Trunk Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times within five seconds to open the trunk If equipped with Keyless Enter N Go Passive Entry refer to Keyless Enter N Go under Things To Know Before Start...

Page 28: ...ters may be performed at an authorized dealer Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 NOTE Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate 1 If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw remove the screw With the RKE ransmitter buttons facing down use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apa...

Page 29: ...pliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 A weak battery in the transmitter The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM This s...

Page 30: ...o WARNING Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon oxide CO which is odorless and colorless Car bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled Keep Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters away from children Operation of the Remote Start System windows door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or deat...

Page 31: ...tart sequence for a third cycle To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle NOTE To avoid unintentional shut downs the system will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive...

Page 32: ... will display in the EVIC until you turn the Key Fob to ON RUN For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter N Go feature the message Push Button Insert Key will display in the EVIC until you push the START button Cancel Remote Start Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following occur The engine stalls or engine speed exceeds 2500 rpm Any engine warning lights come on Low Fuel Light turn...

Page 33: ...le before closing the door WARNING For personal security and safety in the event of an accident 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 Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle Un supervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries or death Never leave children alone in a vehicle or ...

Page 34: ... RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Power Door Locks The power door lock switch is located on each door trim panel Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the Keyless Enter N Go Passive Entry system For further information refer to Keyless Enter N Go in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle If you...

Page 35: ...omer Please see your authorized dealer for service Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit The doors will unlock automatically if 1 The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en abled 2 The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph 0 km h 3 The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK 4 The driver door is opened 5 The doors were not previously unlocked 6 The vehicle speed is 0 mph 0 km ...

Page 36: ...ors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws KEYLESS ENTER N GO The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle s Remote Keyless Entry RKE system and a feature of Keyless Enter N Go This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle s door s without having to press the RKE transmitter lock or unlock buttons NOTE Passive Entry may be programmed ON OFF refer to Electronic Vehicle ...

Page 37: ...er s door handle grab the front driver door handle to unlock the driver s door automatically The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked NOTE If Unlock All Doors 1st Press is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front driver s door handle To select between Unlock Driver Door 1st Press and Unlock All Doors 1st Press refer to Electronic Vehicle Inform...

Page 38: ...ill function if there is no Key Fob present in the ignition If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle once all open doors have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE transmitters If one of the vehicle s Passive Entry RKE transmitters is detected inside the vehicle and no other valid Passiv...

Page 39: ...ssive Entry RKE transmit ters is outside the vehicle and within 3 ft 1 0 m of the deck lid To Lock The Vehicle s Doors With one of the vehicle s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft 1 5 m of the driver or passenger front door handles press the door handle LOCK button to lock both doors Trunk Passive Entry Button Outside Door Handle Lock Button 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37...

Page 40: ...mitter battery is dead The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the RKE transmitter lock button or the lock button located on the vehicle s interior door panel 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 wi...

Page 41: ...hout resistance and prevents window and seal damage WARNING Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unattended children can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death AUTO Down Feature The driver s door power window switch and passenger door power window switch ...

Page 42: ...s with one window open then open the other window to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open then adjust the sunroof opening to mini mize the buffeting TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE The trunk lid can be released from inside the vehicle by pressing the Trunk Release button The button is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel NOTE The transmission mus...

Page 43: ...e trunk is closed Refer to Keyless Enter N Go in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for more information on trunk operation with the Passive Entry feature TRUNK SAFETY WARNING WARNING Do not allow children to have access to the trunk either by climbing into the trunk from outside or through the inside of the vehicle Always close the trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended Once in the tr...

Page 44: ...ant safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems Three point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and all passengers Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passen ger Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC for the driver and passengers seated next to a window Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB for the driver and front outboard passenger An energy absorbing...

Page 45: ...rly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible If you will be carrying children too small for adult sized seat belts the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems For more information on LATCH refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH NOTE The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflat...

Page 46: ...er belt behind them or under their arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old not in a rear facing child seat must ride in the front passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint Refer to Child Restraints You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should always wear their lap a...

Page 47: ...nel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury including death Air Bags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC and Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat In a...

Page 48: ...ll seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap shoulder belts The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or impacts This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions However in an accident the belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING It is dangerous ...

Page 49: ...ou could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in an accident hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt ...

Page 50: ...tch plate will contact the quarter trim panel Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Latch Plate Latch Plate To Buckle 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 51: ... that is worn under your arm is dangerous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in an accident 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 your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from i...

Page 52: ...he belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug A twisted belt cannot do its job as well In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you cannot straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your authorized dealer immediately and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on ...

Page 53: ...houlder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt 1 Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point 2 At about 6 to 12 in 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded w...

Page 54: ...o retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort ably wrap around the occupant s mid section Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The Auto...

Page 55: ...utomatic Locking Re tractor ALR feature or any other seat belt func tion is not working properly when checked ac cording to the procedures in the Service Manual Continued WARNING Continued Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front s...

Page 56: ...retensioners 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 snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Like the air bags the preten sioners are single use items A deployed pretensioner or a deployed ai...

Page 57: ...eat or when the seat is folded flat if equipped It is recommended that pets be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts and cargo is properly stowed BeltAlert威 can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deac tivating BeltAlert威 NOTE Although BeltAlert威 has been deactivated the Seat Belt Reminder Ligh...

Page 58: ...e recommended seating posi tion Remove and store the extender when not needed Supplemental Restraint System SRS Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrum...

Page 59: ...ront Air Bags This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB to provide enhanced protection for an occupant during a side impact The Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags are located in the outboard side of the front seats This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a ...

Page 60: ...dvanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC which may receive information from the front impact sensors The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires air bag de...

Page 61: ...ive covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating Do not drill cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights stereos citizen band radios etc Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occup...

Page 62: ...ddition to that provided by the body structure Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The SABIC deploy downward covering both windows on the impact side NOTE Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during air bag deployment Being too close to the SAB and ...

Page 63: ...e perfor mance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury Continued WARNING Continued If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags 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 r...

Page 64: ...rity and type of impact Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and type of collision Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear side or rollover collisions The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions including some that...

Page 65: ...ower supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment Also the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approxi mately four to eight seconds for a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part ...

Page 66: ...Bags Different air bag inflation rates are possible based on the collision type and severity The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size The air bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes The air bags then quickly defla...

Page 67: ...se events the ORC will deploy the SABIC only on the impact side of the vehicle A quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain air bag The inflating side curtain air bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window The air bag inflates in about 30 milliseconds about one quarter of the time that it takes to blink your eyes with enough force to i...

Page 68: ...d or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag system If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags any or all of the following may occur The nylon air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions and or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the air bags deploy and unfold The abrasions are similar to friction rope bur...

Page 69: ...ront seat belt retrac tor assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer im mediately Also have the Occupant Restraint Con troller ORC system serviced as well Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING Modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring includ...

Page 70: ...tact your autho rized dealer Air Bag Warning Light You will want to have the air bags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision The Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance free If any of the following occurs have an authorized dealer service ...

Page 71: ...le dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened How far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling These data...

Page 72: ...a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a projectile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child no matter how strong you are The child and ...

Page 73: ... two years old Children should remain rearward facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchor system Refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH WARNING Rearward facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicl...

Page 74: ...lder belt Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat Make sure that the child is upright in the seat The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible Check belt fit pe...

Page 75: ...able Safety Standards Chrysler Group LLC also recommends that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weight and height Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint If you install the restraint impro...

Page 76: ...ion using the vehicle s seat belts Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages have been avail able for some time For some older child restraints many child restraint manufacturers offer add on tether strap kits or retrofit kits You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re straint in any vehicle All thr...

Page 77: ...will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces In addition there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window These tether strap anchorages are under a plastic cover with this symbol on it Many but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separat...

Page 78: ...ild restraint manufacturer s instructions NOTE Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children It is recommended that before installing the child restrai...

Page 79: ... you extract the entire belt from the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor For additional information on ALR refer to Automatic Locking Mode Driver Center Passenger CRS Lock CRS Lock CRS Lock First Row N A N A ALR Second Row ALR ALR ALR N A Not Applicable ALR Automatic Locking Retractor To install a child restraint first pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retr...

Page 80: ...e tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s instruc tions NOTE Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap WARNING An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint ...

Page 81: ...ng brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in However wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided The engine oil transmission fluid and axle lubricant installed at the factory is high quality and energy conserving Oil fluid and lubricant changes should be consistent with anticipated climate and co...

Page 82: ...a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO wh...

Page 83: ...he underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the com plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as r...

Page 84: ...against the windshield See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your vehicle Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other wa...

Page 85: ...n a regular basis Al ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning Continued WARNING Continued Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving Ob jects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control If required mounting posts must be properly installed if not equippe...

Page 86: ...oper cold inflation pressure Lights 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...

Page 87: ...ors Folding Feature 92 Power Mirrors 92 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 93 Vanity Mirrors 93 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors 94 Slide On Rod And Extender Features Of Sun Visor 94 䡵 Uconnect Phone If Equipped 95 Operation 97 Phone Call Features 104 Uconnect Phone Features 107 Advanced Phone Connectivity 112 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone 114 General Information 125 3 ...

Page 88: ...ts 137 Folding Rear Seat 139 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 141 䡵 Lights 142 Headlights And Parking Lights 142 Automatic Headlights If Equipped 143 Headlights On With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only 143 Headlight Time Delay 143 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 144 Lights On Reminder 145 Fog Lights If Equipped 145 Multifunction Lever 146 Turn Signals 146 Lane Change Assist 146 High ...

Page 89: ...d Control If Equipped 152 To Activate 153 To Set A Desired Speed 153 To Deactivate 153 To Resume Speed 154 To Vary The Speed Setting 154 To Accelerate For Passing 154 䡵 Parksense威 Rear Park Assist If Equipped 155 Parksense威 Sensors 155 Parksense威 Warning Display 156 Parksense威 Display 156 Enabling Disabling Parksense威 159 Service The Parksense威 Rear Park Assist System 160 Cleaning The Parksense威 S...

Page 90: ...70 Security 171 Troubleshooting Tips 171 General Information 172 䡵 Power Sunroof If Equipped 173 Opening Sunroof Express Mode 174 Opening Sunroof Manual Mode 174 Closing Sunroof Express Mode 174 Closing Sunroof Manual Mode 174 Pinch Protect Feature 174 Pinch Protect Override 175 Venting Sunroof Express 175 Sunshade Operation 175 Wind Buffeting 175 Sunroof Maintenance 175 Ignition Off Operation 176...

Page 91: ...Front Cupholders 180 Rear Cupholders 180 䡵 Console Features 181 Sliding Center Console Armrest 181 Console Storage 181 䡵 Rear Window Features 183 Rear Window Defroster 183 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 ...

Page 92: ...the mirror to center on the view through the rear window Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the windshield Inside Day Night Mirror 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 93: ...AUTION 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 Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirror s to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror NOTE The passenger side convex outside mirror ...

Page 94: ...r side convex mirror Outside Mirrors Folding Feature The mirrors are equipped with a rotational hinge The mirrors have one detent clockwise towards the rear of the vehicle and three detent s counterclockwise towards the front of the vehicle Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver s door trim panel To adjust a mirror turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror po...

Page 95: ...st or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster Refer to Rear Window Features in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for fur ther information Vanity Mirrors A vanity mirror is located on the sun visor To use the mirror rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward Power Mirror Control 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 ...

Page 96: ... 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 Illuminat...

Page 97: ...rough your vehi cle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the Uconnect Phone NOTE The Uconnect Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth威 Hands Free Profile Ver sion 0 96 or higher See the Uconnect website for supported phones For Uconnect customer support visit the following websites www chrysler com uconnect www dodge com uconnect www jeep com uc...

Page 98: ...hone The Uconnect Phone allows up to seven mobile phones to be linked to the system Only one linked or paired mobile phone can be used with the system at a time The system is available in English Spanish or French languages WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use All attention should be kept on the roadway ahead Failure t...

Page 99: ... as CELL or caller ID on certain radios Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone menu structure Voice commands are required after most Uconnect Phone prompts You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options Prior to giving a voice command one must wait for the beep which follows the Ready ...

Page 100: ...he button and follow the audible prompts for directions Uconnect Phone sessions begin with a press of the button on the radio control head Cancel Command At any prompt after the beep you can say Cancel and you will be returned to the main menu However in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu Pair Link Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone To begin using your Uconnect Phone ...

Page 101: ...can pair up to seven mobile phones to your Uconnect Phone However at any given time only one mobile phone can be in use connected to your Uconnect System The priority allows the Uconnect Phone to know which mobile phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the vehicle at the same time For example if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle the Uconnect Phone will use t...

Page 102: ...ownloaded phonebook To learn how to store a name in the phonebook refer to Add Names to Your Uconnect Phonebook in the phonebook The Uconnect system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number which may appear in the display of certain radios Add Names To Your Uconnect Phonebook NOTE Adding names to the Uconnect Phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Pres...

Page 103: ...ne Uconnect Phone automati cally downloads your mobile phone s phonebook Phonebook Download Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone If equipped and specifically supported by your phone Uconnect Phone automatically downloads names text names and number entries from your mobile phone s phonebook Specific Bluetooth威 Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature See Uconnect we...

Page 104: ...ed on the mobile phone The changes are trans ferred and updated to Uconnect Phone on the next phone connection Edit Uconnect Phonebook Entries NOTE Editing names in the phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Edit Entry You will...

Page 105: ...rompt and the following beep say Phonebook Delete After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say List Names to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose To select one of the entries from the list press the button while t...

Page 106: ...button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook List Names The Uconnect Phone will play the names of all the phonebook entries including the downloaded phone book entries if available To call one of the names in the list press the button during the playing of the desired name and say Call NOTE The user can also exercise Edit or Delete operations at this point The Uconne...

Page 107: ... and you have another incoming call you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your mobile phone Press the button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call NOTE The Uconnect Phone compatible phones in the market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress Therefore the user can only answer an inc...

Page 108: ... conference call Three Way Calling To initiate three way calling press the button while a call is in progress and make a second phone call as described under Making a Second Call While Current Call is in Progress After the second call has established press and hold the button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call Call Termination To en...

Page 109: ... condition dictates cessation of the call on the Uconnect Phone and transfer of the call to the mobile phone After the ignition key is switched to OFF a call can continue on the Uconnect Phone for a certain dura tion after which the call is automatically transferred from the Uconnect Phone to the mobile phone An active call is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after the ignition key is...

Page 110: ...ows Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Emergency and the Uconnect Phone will instruct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency num ber This feature is supported in the U S Canada and Mexico NOTE The emergency number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased 911 for the U S and Canada and 060 for Mexico The number dialed may not be a...

Page 111: ...712 3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico Please refer to the 24 Hour Towing Assistance coverage details on the DVD in the Warranty Information Booklet and the 24 Hour Towing Assistance references If supported this number may be programmable on some systems To do this press the button and say Setup followed by Towing Assistance Paging To learn how to page refer to Working with Automated Systems P...

Page 112: ... 4 6 you can press the button and say 3 7 4 6 Send Saying a number or sequence of numbers followed by Send is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu structure and to leave a number on a pager You can also send stored Uconnect phonebook entries as tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager entries To use this feature dial the number you wish to ...

Page 113: ...ff Phone And Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and or on a premium display such as the instrument panel cluster and supported by your mobile phone the Uconnect Phone will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network status when you are attempting to make a phone call using Uconnect Phone The status is given for network signal strength phone battery strength etc Di...

Page 114: ...ect Phone Press the button Following the beep say Mute In order to un mute the Uconnect Phone Press the button Following the beep say Mute off Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone The Uconnect Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone without terminating the call To transfer an ongoing call from your Uconnect Phone pair...

Page 115: ... next two sec tions for an alternate way to Select or Delete a paired phone Select Another Mobile Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone paired with the Uconnect Phone Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Select Phone and follow the prompts You can also press the button at any time while the list is being played and then c...

Page 116: ...mbers the Uconnect Phone Voice Training feature may be used To enter this training mode follow one of the two following proce dures From outside the Uconnect Phone mode e g from radio mode Press and hold the button for five seconds until the session begins or Press the button and say the Voice Training System Training or Start Voice Training command You can either press the Uconnect Phone button t...

Page 117: ...p between the overhead console if equipped and the mirror Always wait for the beep before speaking Speak normally without pausing just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet meters away from you Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a Voice Command period Performance is maximized under low to medium blower setting low to medium vehicle speed low road noise smooth road ...

Page 118: ... zero not eight hundred You can say O letter O for 0 zero Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported In a convertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Far End Audio Performance Audio quality is maximized under low to medium blower setting low to medium vehicle ...

Page 119: ...ify you that you have a new text message If you wish to hear the new message Press the button After the Ready prompt and the following beep say SMS Read or Read Messages Uconnect Phone will play the new text message for you After reading a message you can Reply or Forward the message using Uconnect Phone Send Messages You can send messages using Uconnect Phone To send a new message Press the butto...

Page 120: ...ere are you 4 I need more direction 5 L O L 6 Why 7 I love you 8 Call me 9 Call me later 10 Thanks 11 See You in 15 minutes 12 I am on my way 13 I ll be late 14 Are you there yet 15 Where are we meeting 16 Can this wait 17 Bye for now 18 When can we meet 19 Send number to call 20 Start without me 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 121: ...nge it Bluetooth威 Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone When this happens the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off on Your mobile phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth威 ON mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the ON or ACC position or after a language change you must wait at least...

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Page 125: ...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 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 ...

Page 126: ...ring pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate s return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call Uconnect Tutorial try again voice training work yes 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 127: ...io satellite radio disc player and a memo recorder NOTE Take care to speak into the Voice Interface System as calmly and normally as possible The ability of the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws All attent...

Page 128: ... speak clearly and at a normal speaking volume The system will best recognize your speech if the win dows are closed and the heater air conditioning fan is set to low At any point if the system does not recognize one of your commands you will be prompted to repeat it To hear the first available Menu press the Voice Com mand button and say Help or Main Menu Commands The Voice Command system underst...

Page 129: ...he AM band say AM or Radio AM In this mode you may say the following commands Frequency to change the frequency Next Station to select the next station Previous Station to select the previous station Radio Menu to switch to the radio menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu Radio FM To switch to the FM band say FM or Radio FM In this mode you may say the following commands Frequency to change the...

Page 130: ... menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu Disc To switch to the disc mode say Disc In this mode you may say the following commands Track to change the track Next Track to play the next track Previous Track to play the previous track Main Menu to switch to the main menu Memo To switch to the voice recorder mode say Memo In this mode you may say the following commands New Memo to record a new memo ...

Page 131: ...ous memo Delete to delete a memo Delete All to delete all memos Setup To switch to system setup you may say on of the following Change to setup Switch to system setup Change to setup Main menu setup or Switch to setup In this mode you may say the following commands Language English Language French Language Spanish Tutorial Voice Training NOTE Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice Command b...

Page 132: ...th a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only SEATS Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle WARNING It is 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 seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats a...

Page 133: ...e desired position has been reached Tilting The Seat Up Or Down The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four directions Pull upward or push downward on the front or rear of the seat switch the front or rear of the seat cushion will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when the desired position has been reached Power Lumbar If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver ...

Page 134: ...d cause a collision and serious injury or death Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt which could result in serious injury ...

Page 135: ...hoose from HIGH LOW or OFF heat settings Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH one for LOW and none for OFF Press the switch once to select HIGH level heating 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 s...

Page 136: ...d could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment The adjusting bar is at the front of the seat near the floor Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rear ward Release the bar once the seat is in the position desired Using body pressure move forward and rear ward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latche...

Page 137: ... the lever To return the seatback lift the lever lean forward and release the lever WARNING Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt which could result in serious injury or death Recline Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 ...

Page 138: ...ily remove the seat belt from the guide loop on the seat and allow the seat belt to retract out of the way This allows for easier access to the rear seat To return the seat to a normal seating position first return the seatback to its original recline location and then slide the entire seat back to the pre set lock position Easy Entry Lever 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 139: ... in motion Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision Active Head Restraints Front Seats The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Active Head Restraints AHR In the event of a rear impact the AHRs will automatically extend forward minimizing the gap between the back of the occupants head and...

Page 140: ...t place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint such as coats seat covers or portable DVD players These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death Rear Head Restraints The center rear head restraint has two positions up or down When the seat is being occupied the head restraint should raised Wh...

Page 141: ...ot adjustable Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for tether routing Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area Pull on the loops located on the upper part of the rear seatback to fold down either or both seatbacks These loops can be tucked away when not in use Push Button Folding Rear Seat 3 UNDERSTANDIN...

Page 142: ...l not provide the proper stability for child seats and or passengers An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle with the rear seatbacks in the locked up or folded down position should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion They could be seriously injured in a collision Children should be seated and using the proper ...

Page 143: ...lease lever located under the left side of the instrument panel 2 Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood Hood Release Lever Hood Safety Catch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 ...

Page 144: ...ng your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death LIGHTS Headlights And Parking Lights The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel This switch controls the operation of the headlights parking lights instrument panel lights instrument p...

Page 145: ...of the AUTO position NOTE The engine must be running before the head lights will come on in the automatic mode Headlights On With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn off when the wiper...

Page 146: ...e Headlight delay time is programmable Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Daytime Running Lights If Equipped The headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights whenever the ignition is placed in the RUN position the headlights are off and the parking brake is released The headlight swi...

Page 147: ...ghts If Equipped 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 on NOTE ...

Page 148: ...not flash or there is a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside light bulb If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective A Turn Signal On message will appear in the Elec tronic 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 Lane C...

Page 149: ...nds the high beams will shut off Map Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors 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 p...

Page 150: ...ol 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 first detent This feat...

Page 151: ...em 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 lever to select the desired delay interval There are four delay settings which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maxim...

Page 152: ...d 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 three 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 operate for three wipe cycles and t...

Page 153: ...onal Settings Customer Programmable Fea tures in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information TILT TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the 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 steer...

Page 154: ...e driving your ve hicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel NOTE In order to ensure proper operation the Elec tronic Speed Cont...

Page 155: ...faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON When the vehicle has reached the desired speed press the SET button and release Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed NOTE The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on leve...

Page 156: ... push the SET button If the button is continually held in the SET position the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released Release the button when the desired speed is reached and the new set speed will be established Pressing the SET button once will result in a 1 mph 2 km h decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph 2 km h To Accel...

Page 157: ...er to ParkSense威 System Usage Precautions for limitations of this system and recommendations ParkSense威 will retain the last system state enabled or disabled from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON RUN position ParkSense威 can be active only when the shift lever is in REVERSE If ParkSense威 is enabled at this shift lever position the system will remain active until the ve...

Page 158: ... to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your In strument Panel for further information The ParkSense威 Warning Display is located in the Instru ment cluster s EVIC display It provides both visual and audible warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia bumper and the detected obstacle ParkSense姞 Display When the v...

Page 159: ...arcs and will produce a one half second tone As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow to fast to continuous Park Assist System Off Slow Tone 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 ...

Page 160: ...hen the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle Fast Tone Continuous Tone 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 161: ...be enabled and disabled through the Customer Programmable Features section of the EVIC The available choices are OFF Sound Only or Sound and Display Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Fea tures in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information When ParkSense威 is disabled the instrument cluster will display the PARK ASSIST SYSTEM...

Page 162: ... will not operate If PARK ASSIST CLEAN SENSOR appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia bumper is clean and clear of snow ice mud dirt or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition If the message continues to appear see an authorized dealer If PARK ASSIST SERVICE or SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM appears in the EVIC se...

Page 163: ... to do so can result in the system not working properly The ParkSense威 system might not detect an obstacle behind the fascia bumper or it could provide a false indication that an obstacle is behind the fascia bumper Objects such as bicycle carriers trailer hitches etc must not be placed within 12 in 30 cm from the rear fascia bumper while driving the vehicle Failure to do so can result in the syst...

Page 164: ... an obstacle is detected It is recommended that the driver looks over his her shoulder when using ParkSense威 WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkSense威 Rear Park Assist Sys tem Always check carefully behind your vehicle look behind you and be sure to check for pedes trians animals other vehicles obstructions and blind spots before backing up You are responsible ...

Page 165: ... turns on the single flashing arc and sounds the continuous tone Also the sensors could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assembly depending on its size and shape giving a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy reading lights and sunglass storage Universal Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 button and a power sunroof switch may ...

Page 166: ...of sunglasses The storage compartment access is a push push de sign Push on the raised bar on the compartment door to open Push on the raised bar to close GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink威 replaces up to three hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers motor ized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink威 unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt batte...

Page 167: ...gin programming To erase the channels place the ignition in the ON RUN position and press and hold the two outside HomeLink威 buttons I and III for up 20 seconds The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC will display CLEAR ING CHANNELS Release the buttons when the EVIC displays CHANNELS CLEARED NOTE Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink威 for the first time Do ...

Page 168: ... the garage door opener It is NOT the button that is normally used to open and close the door The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Place the hand held transmitter 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program Training The Garage Door Opener 1 Door Opener 2 Training Button 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEA...

Page 169: ...and release the LEARN or TRAINING button On some garage door openers devices there may be a light that blinks when the garage door opener device is in the LEARN TRAIN mode NOTE You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the LEARN button has been pressed 6 Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink威 button twice holding the button for two seconds each time The EVIC wi...

Page 170: ...ing Garage Door Openers manufactured before 1995 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Place the hand held transmitter 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink威 button you want to program and the hand held transmit ter button 4 Continue to hold buttons until the EVIC display changes from CHANNEL TRAIN...

Page 171: ...ollow all remain ing steps Canadian Gate Operator Programming For programming transmitters in Canada United States that require the transmitter signals to time out after several seconds of transmission Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of trans mission which may not be long enough for HomeLink威 to pick up the signal during programm...

Page 172: ...ner device for programming plug it back in at this time Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 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 until the EVIC displays CHANNEL TRAINING Do not release the button 3 Without releasing the button proceed with Canadian Gate Operator...

Page 173: ...the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威 here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original hand held transmit ter Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener to complete the training for a Rolling Code Did you unplug the device for programming and remember to plug it back in If you have any problems ...

Page 174: ...as Do not run your vehicle in the garage while programming the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interferenc...

Page 175: ...N Go Occupants particularly unattended children can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death In a collision there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are also pr...

Page 176: ...the sunroof will close automatically from any position The sunroof will close fully and stop automatically This is called Express Close During Express Close operation any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof Closing Sunroof Manual Mode To close the sunroof press and hold the switch in the forward position Pinch Protect Feature This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the s...

Page 177: ... the sunshade will open 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 is in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal oc...

Page 178: ...r lighter unit If desired the front power outlet can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide power when the ignition is placed in the OFF position NOTE To ensure proper operation a MOPAR威 knob and element must be used CAUTION Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts If the 160 Watt 13 Amp power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be repl...

Page 179: ...The center console power outlet is powered directly from the battery power available at all times Front Power Outlet Center Console Power Outlet 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 ...

Page 180: ...of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet Do not touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 18 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel 2 9 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Center Console 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 181: ...ly use these inter mittently and with greater caution Continued CAUTION Continued After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle s battery Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other o...

Page 182: ... to Lights in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information Rear Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center 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 occupant s el bows Front Cupholders 180 UNDERST...

Page 183: ...ng ease Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment located underneath the armrest and also contains a 12 Volt power outlet a molded in coin holder designed to hold various size coins The center console may also be equipped with a Universal Consumer Interface UCI Rear Cupholders Sliding Console Armrest 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 ...

Page 184: ... information WARNING Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart ment lid in the open position Cellular phones music players and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac tion resulting in death or injury Center Console 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 185: ... 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 La...

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Page 187: ...tion Center EVIC 200 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 203 Engine Oil Change Indicator System 204 Trip Functions 205 Sport Mode 208 Keyless Enter N Go Display If Equipped 208 Driver Selectable Surround Sound DSS If Equipped 209 Compass Display 210 System Warnings Customer Information Features 212 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 212 4 ...

Page 188: ...n Playing MP3 Files 222 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 225 䡵 Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio Sales Code RES RSC 226 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 226 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 232 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 234 List Button CD Mode For MP3 Play 236 Info Button CD Mode For MP3 Play 236 Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio If Equipped 237 䡵 iPod威 USB MP3...

Page 189: ...nd Sound System With Driver Selectable Surround DSS If Equipped 248 䡵 Steering Wheel Audio Controls If Equipped 250 Radio Operation 250 CD Player 251 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 251 䡵 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones 252 䡵 Climate Controls 252 Automatic Temperature Control ATC 252 Automatic Operation 253 Blower Control 254 Manual Operation 254 Operating Tips 258 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANE...

Page 190: ...1 Ignition Switch 2 Instrument Cluster 7 Sport Button 12 Trunk Release Button 3 Glove Compartment 8 Hazard Warning Switch 13 Headlight Switch 4 Radio 9 Heated Steering Wheel Switch 5 Heated Seat Switch 10 Climate Control 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 191: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 ...

Page 192: ...peed 4 Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light This light will turn on when the 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 sho...

Page 193: ...f the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable However see an authorized dealer 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 autho...

Page 194: ...he 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 A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km with either turn signal on Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indicator flashes at a rapid rate 10 Air Bag Warning Light T...

Page 195: ...he engine running If the ESC Activation Malfunction In dicator Light comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corr...

Page 196: ...e oil level must be checked under the hood 15 High Beam Indicator This indicator will turn on when the high beam headlights are on Push the multifunction lever away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights to high beam 16 Seat Belt Reminder Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first placed in ON RUN A chime will sound if the dr...

Page 197: ...le ownership the seller certify to the pur chaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced the repair technician should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the repair or service If s he cannot do so then the odometer must be set at zero and a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was before th...

Page 198: ...ve braking capac ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system A leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake Warning Light 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 ...

Page 199: ...ke is applied with the ignition switch in the ON RUN posi tion NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 21 Vehicle Security Light If Equipped This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi mately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed 22 Tire Pressure Monito...

Page 200: ...TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon ...

Page 201: ...f the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving then the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and service is required However the con ventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti Lock Brakes If the ABS light does no...

Page 202: ... engine control system It also could affect fuel economy and drivability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required WARNING A malfunctioning catalytic converter as referenced above can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances su...

Page 203: ...ion Warning Message Displays Tire Pressure Monitor System Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Compass Display Outside Temperature Display Trip Computer Functions Uconnect phone If Equipped Uconnect gps Screens If Equipped Audio Mode Display Surround Sound Modes if equipped with Driver Selectable Surround DSS Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PA...

Page 204: ...MENU button to access the main menu or to return to the main menu from the sub menus UP Button Press and release the UP button to scroll up ward through the main menus and sub menus DOWN Button Press and release the DOWN button to scroll downward through the main menus and sub menus EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 205: ... driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km with either turn signal on Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out with a single chime Personal Settings Not Available Vehicle Not in PARK Door Ajar Door s Ajar with a single chime if vehicle is in motion Trunk Ajar with...

Page 206: ...refer to Remote Starting System in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 1 4 SKIPSHIFT Engine Oil Change Indicator System Oil Change Required Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The Oil Change Required message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 sec onds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The eng...

Page 207: ...celerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Without pressing the brake pedal push the ENGINE START STOP button once to return the ignition to the OFF LOCK position Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter N Go 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position Do not start the engine 2 Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition switch to ...

Page 208: ...tion will be erased and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average reading before the reset The FUEL SAVER MODE message will display above the average fuel economy in the EVIC display This message will appear whenever the Multi Displacement System MDS if equipped allows the engine to operate on four cylinders or if you are driving in a fuel efficient manner This feature allows you to m...

Page 209: ... loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle regardless of the DTE displayed value When the DTE value is less than 30 miles 48 km estimated driving distance the DTE display will change to a text display of LOW FUEL This display will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the LOW FUEL text and a new DT...

Page 210: ...button once to clear the resettable function being displayed To reset all resettable functions press and release the SELECT button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently displayed function Reset ALL will display during this three second window Sport Mode This light will illuminate when the sport mode is selected This mode provides performance based tuning For further informa...

Page 211: ...ain conditions the display may be superseded by another display of higher priority But when the ignition switch position is changed the display always re appears Driver Selectable Surround Sound DSS If Equipped Press and release the MENU button until Surround Sound displays in the EVIC The EVIC provides infor mation on the current surround mode Stereo Surround Sound While in the Surround Sound men...

Page 212: ...ppear erratic and the EVIC will display CAL until the 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 message does not appear in the...

Page 213: ...r the zone map Once properly set the compass will automatically compensate for the differences and provide the most accurate compass head ing NOTE Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel such as iPod s Mobile Phones Laptops and Radar Detectors This is where the compass module is located and it can cause interference with the compass sensor and it may give false readings 1...

Page 214: ...l pressure Tire Pressure Shows the actual tire pressure for each tire EXCLUDING THE SPARE TIRE Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set tings displays in the EVIC Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the following choices Language When ...

Page 215: ...ess or All Doors 1st Press appears NOTE If the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter N Go Passive Entry and the EVIC is programmed to Unlock All Doors 1st Press all doors will unlock no matter which Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped If Driver Door 1st Press is programmed only the driver s door will unlock when the driver s door is grasped With Passive Entry if Driver Door 1st Press is...

Page 216: ...lash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmitter This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until ON or OFF appears Headlamps On with Wipers Available with Auto Headlamps Only When ON is selected and the headlight switch is in the AUTO A position the headlamps will turn on approx...

Page 217: ...locked with the RKE transmitter To make your selec tion press and release the SELECT button until OFF 30 sec 60 sec or 90 sec appears Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit When this feature is selected the power window switches radio Uconnect 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 turn...

Page 218: ...ehind the vehicle when the transmission is in the REVERSE position and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph 18 km h The system can be enabled with Sound Only Sound and Display or turned OFF through the EVIC To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until a check mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check mark is removed showing the system ...

Page 219: ... details Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in the Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD for further details MEDIA CENTER 130 SALES CODE RES NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate Operating Instructions Radio Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Media Center 130 RES...

Page 220: ...ight switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it TIME Button Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time and radio frequency Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hour...

Page 221: ... the right or left to increase or decrease the mid range tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level fr...

Page 222: ... 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 AM and 12 FM stations DIS...

Page 223: ...e start of track 1 CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use adhesive labels These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism The RES Media Center is a single CD player Do not attempt to insert a second CD if one is already loaded EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJE...

Page 224: ...other 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 order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran d...

Page 225: ...g 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 character extension Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio...

Page 226: ...t song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios Playlist files are not supported MP3 Pro files are not supported Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded the radio checks all files on the medium If the medium contains a lot of folders or files the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files Loading...

Page 227: ...vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the DISC AUX button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE The AUX device must be turned on and the device s volume set to proper level If the AUX audio is not loud enough turn the device s volume up If the AUX audio sounds distorted turn the device s volume down TIME But...

Page 228: ...E 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 Press and release...

Page 229: ... this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With Uconnect Phone message will display on the radio screen Phone Button Uconnect Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature if equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipp...

Page 230: ... SETUP button and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station one with call letters displayed The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast from an FM station FM mode only RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in...

Page 231: ...display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to exit setting tone balance and fade 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 ...

Page 232: ...n the Music Type icon is displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music Type name The Music Type 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...

Page 233: ...RND button the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutt...

Page 234: ...oes not go into the slot more than 1 0 in 2 5 cm a disc may already be loaded and must be ejected before a new disc can be loaded If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 CAUTION ...

Page 235: ...o 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 faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display RW FF ...

Page 236: ...m 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 uses the following limits for file systems Ma...

Page 237: ... MP3 files named with the MP3 extension may cause playback problems The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling...

Page 238: ...f 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 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 pressing the TUNE SCROLL con...

Page 239: ...ce must be turned on and the device s volume set to the proper level If the AUX audio is not loud enough turn the device s volume up If the AUX audio sounds distorted turn the device s volume down TIME Button Auxiliary Mode Press this button to change the display to time of day The time of day will display for five seconds when the ignition is OFF Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio If Equipped Sa...

Page 240: ...D 2 Your Vehicle Identification Number To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access With the ignition switch in the ON RUN or ACC posi tion and the radio on press the SETUP button and scroll using the TUNE SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is selected Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob and the Sirius ID number will display The Sirius ID number display will time out in two mi...

Page 241: ... can cause signal blockage Operating Instructions Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON RUN or ACC position to operate the radio SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make anoth...

Page 242: ... 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 selected Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music type By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active the radio will be tuned to the next channel with the same selected Music Type name If a preset...

Page 243: ...ws a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory The channels stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 Satellite stations Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped...

Page 244: ...ropriate Uconnect Multimedia radio User s Manual for iPod威 or external USB device support capability Connecting an iPod威 or consumer electronic audio device to the AUX port located in the radio faceplate plays media but does not use the iPod威 MP3 control feature to control the connected device Connecting The iPod姞 Or External USB Device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod威 or external USB ...

Page 245: ...hicle s sound system providing metadata artist track title album etc information on the radio display The audio device can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play Browse and List the iPod威 contents The audio device battery charges when plugged into the USB AUX connector if supported by the specific audio device Controlling The iPod姞 Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons To get into the ...

Page 246: ... track by pressing and holding the FF button A single press backward RW or forward FF will jump backward or forward respectively for five seconds Use the SEEK and SEEK buttons to jump to the previous or next track Pressing the SEEK button during play mode will jump to the next track in the list or press the VR button and say Next or Previous Track While a track is playing press the INFO button to ...

Page 247: ...ay then the shuffle mode is ON List Or Browse Mode During Play mode pressing any of the buttons described below will bring up List mode List mode enables scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the audio device TUNE control knob The TUNE control knob functions in a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the audio device or external USB device Turning it clockwise forward and counterclock ...

Page 248: ... item in that list on the second line To exit List mode without selecting a track press the same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode LIST button The LIST button will display the top level menu of the iPod威 or external USB device Turn the TUNE control knob to list the top menu item to be selected and press the TUNE control knob This will display the next sub menu list item on the audio devi...

Page 249: ... this warning could result in an accident Bluetooth Streaming Audio BTSA Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the Uconnect phone system Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons To get into the BTSA mode press either AUX button on the radio or press the VR button and say Bluetooth Streaming Audio Play Mode When switched to BTSA mode some audio devices can start playing music over the vehic...

Page 250: ...ious Track to jump to the previous track music on your cellular phone Browse Browsing is not available on a BTSA device Only the current song that is playing will display info HARMAN KARDON姞 Logic7姞 HIGH PERFORMANCE MULTICHANNEL SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER SELECTABLE SURROUND DSS IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle is equipped with a Harman Kardon威 audio system with GreenEdge technology that offers sup...

Page 251: ...eliv ers an immersive accurate sound stage to every seating position This surround effect is available for audio from any source AM FM CD Satellite Radio or dashboard AUX input and is activated through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Driver Selectable Surround Sound DSS under Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel Selecting Surroun...

Page 252: ...l decrease the volume Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available AM FM SAT CD HDD AUX VES etc The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode Radio Operation Pressing t...

Page 253: ...ide rocker switch has no function for a single disc CD player However when a multiple disc CD player is equipped on the vehicle the center button will select the next available CD in the player 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 clot...

Page 254: ...dition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the mobile 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 mobile phone operation when not using Uconnect if equipped CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Temperature Control ATC The Automa...

Page 255: ...ally make the adjustment You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically Selecting the O OFF position on the blower control stops the system completely and closes the outside air intake The recommended setting for maximum comfort for the average person is 72 F 22 C however this may vary NOTE The temperature setting can be adjusted at anytime with...

Page 256: ... manual mode there are seven blower speeds that can be individual selected In off position the blower will shut off Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic Mode Preferred Automatic or Blower and Mode Pre ferred Automatic This means the operator can override the blower the mode or both There is a manual blower ran...

Page 257: ...UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 ...

Page 258: ...ature between the upper and lower outlets The warmer air flows to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets Mix Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window demist outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy co...

Page 259: ...When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position the recirculation feature will be cancelled In cold weather use of the Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging The Recirculation mode is not allowed in the floor defrost or defrost floor mode in order to improve window clearing Recirculation will be disabled automatically if these modes are selected Extended use of recirculati...

Page 260: ...ontrol 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 solution of 50 ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant and 50 water is recommended Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for...

Page 261: ... mode The air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the outside mirrors Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they enter the plenum they could plug the water drains In winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice slu...

Page 262: ...Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 263: ...ng 269 Extreme Cold Weather Below 20 F Or 29 C 272 If Engine Fails To Start 272 After Starting 274 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 274 䡵 Manual Transmission If Equipped 274 Six Speed Manual Transmission 274 䡵 Automatic Transmission If Equipped 279 Key Ignition Park Interlock 280 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 280 Five Speed Automatic Transmission 280 Gear Ranges 282 5 ...

Page 264: ...atic Transmission If Equipped 296 䡵 Brake System 298 Anti Lock Brake System ABS If Equipped 298 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System 301 Anti Lock Brake System ABS If Equipped 301 Traction Control System TCS If Equipped 302 Brake Assist System BAS If Equipped 302 Hill Start Assist HSA Manual Transmission Only 303 Electronic Stability Control ESC If Equipped 305 ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Li...

Page 265: ...e Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel If Equipped 322 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 323 Full Size Spare If Equipped 324 Limited Use Spare If Equipped 324 Tire Spinning 325 Tread Wear Indicators 326 Life Of Tire 326 Replacement Tires 327 䡵 Tire Chains 328 䡵 Snow Tires 329 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 330 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 331 Base System 334 Premium System If Equipped 33...

Page 266: ... Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 343 MMT In Gasoline 343 Materials Added To Fuel 344 Fuel System Cautions 344 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 345 䡵 Adding Fuel 346 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 346 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 348 䡵 Vehicle Loading 349 Vehicle Certification Label 349 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 349 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 349 Overloading 350 Loading 350 264 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 267: ...354 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 355 Trailer And Tongue Weight 355 Towing Requirements 356 Towing Tips 361 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 363 Automatic Transmission If Equipped 363 Manual Transmission If Equipped 364 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 265 ...

Page 268: ...pedal or the shift lever Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Manual Transmission If Equipped Apply the parking brake place the shift lever in NEU TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting vehicle T...

Page 269: ...mproperly so follow the procedure carefully Refer to Jump Starting in What To Do In Emergencies for further informa tion Automatic Transmission If Equipped The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK 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 int...

Page 270: ...onds If this occurs turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure Keyless Enter N Go If Equipped This feature allows the driver to oper 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 RKE trans mitter is in the passenger compart ment Installing And Rem...

Page 271: ...t be in PARK or NEUTRAL Press and hold the brake pedal while press ing the ENGINE START STOP button once The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle If the vehicle fails to start the starter will disengage automatically after 10 seconds If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting press the button again Using The ENGINE START STOP Button Manual Transmissi...

Page 272: ...ed twice to the OFF position If the shift lever is not in PARK and the ENGINE START STOP button is pressed once the EVIC if equipped will display a VEHICLE NOT IN PARK message and the engine will remain running Never leave a vehicle out of the PARK position or it could roll NOTE If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN engine not running position and the transmission is in PARK the system ...

Page 273: ...ntil the vehicle is stopped and the button is pressed twice to the OFF position Keyless Enter N Go Functions With Driver s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal Clutch Pedal In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position The Keyless Enter N Go feature operates similar to an ignition switch It has four positions OFF ACC RUN and START To change the ignition switch positions without starting the vehicle and use the accessories foll...

Page 274: ...t the vehicle This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury Continued WARNING Continued Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a dis char...

Page 275: ...ld 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 Inte...

Page 276: ...ide of the vehicle It has a removable cap that is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power Module The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine WARNING Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord before driving Damage to the 110 115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED Six Sp...

Page 277: ...dal fully to 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 Do not attempt to shift the transmission if the rear wheels are spinning due to loss of traction Dam age to the transmission may occur NOTE During cold weather you may experien...

Page 278: ...st to second or downshifting from sixth to fifth The spring will try to pull the shift lever toward third and fourth gear Make sure you move the shift lever into second or fifth gear If you let the shift lever move in the direction of the pulling you may end shifting from first to fourth or from sixth to third gear CAUTION Always make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifting into ...

Page 279: ...ion RUN position for Keyless Enter N Go as compared to the ignition LOCK position OFF position for Keyless Enter N Go This is normal operation of the transmis sion reverse inhibitor system Due to the high performance nature of your drivetrain you may hear your transmission This can be most noticeable when the vehicle is idling in NEUTRAL with the clutch engaged clutch pedal released but it may als...

Page 280: ... After you shift the transmission to fourth gear you can press the clutch in and shift to another forward gear Downshifting To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life down shift to maintain a safe speed when descending a steep grade WARNING Skipping more than one gear while downshifting could cause you to lose control of your vehicle You could have a collision CAUTION If you skip more than on...

Page 281: ...sure your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal NOTE You must press and hold the brake pedal while shifting out of PARK WARNING Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle always apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK and turn the engine OFF W...

Page 282: ...he transmission in PARK This system also locks the shift lever in PARK whenever the ignition switch is in the OFF position Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI that holds the shift lever in the PARK position unless the brakes are applied To move the shift lever out of the PARK position the ignition switch must be turned t...

Page 283: ...r 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 The transmission shift lever has only PARK REVERSE NEUTRAL and DRIVE shift positions Manual down shifts can be made using the AutoStick威 shift control refer to AutoStick威 in this section Moving the shift lever to the left or right while in the ...

Page 284: ...ARK otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK As an added precau tion turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade WARNING Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement ...

Page 285: ... firmly pressing on the brake pedal Continued WARNING Continued Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle always apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK and turn the engine off When the ignition is in the OFF position the shift lever is locked ...

Page 286: ...s or move the vehicle CAUTION Before moving the shift lever out of PARK you must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK OFF position to the ON RUN position and also press the brake pedal Otherwise damage to the shift lever could result DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range as this can damage the drivetrain The following indicators should be used to ensur...

Page 287: ...anging traffic or road conditions You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision CAUTION Towing the vehicle coasting or driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can result in severe transmission damage Refer to Recre ational Towing in Starting And Operating and Towing A Disabled Vehicle in What To Do In Emergencies for further information DRIVE This range should be...

Page 288: ...me Mode is activated In this mode the transmission remains in the current gear until the vehicle is brought to a stop After the vehicle has stopped the transmission will remain in second gear regardless of which forward gear is selected PARK REVERSE and NEUTRAL will con tinue to operate Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without damaging the transmis...

Page 289: ...driver interactive transmission feature that offers manual gear shifting to provide you with more control of the vehicle AutoStick威 allows you to maximize engine braking eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts and improve overall vehicle performance This system can also provide you with more control during passing city driving cold slippery conditions mountain driving trailer towing and many...

Page 290: ... maxi mum engine speed is reached If AutoStick威 is engaged while in SPORT mode the transmission will remain in the selected gear even when maximum engine speed is reached The trans mission will upshift only when commanded by the driver The transmission will automatically downshift as the vehicle slows down to prevent engine lugging and will display the current gear The transmission will automatica...

Page 291: ...ury SPORT MODE IF EQUIPPED This vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled dampening system This system reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including cornering acceleration and braking There are two modes of opera tion Automatic Auto Mode This is the default position when vehicle ignition is first turned on This mode will give a sporty but comfortable ride Within this mod...

Page 292: ...to or Manual mode Refer to AutoStick威 in Starting And Operating for further information In Auto mode the transmission has a sportier more aggres sive shift pattern In Manual mode the transmission will hold gear at redline during manual shifting shifter or paddle switches DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered wet or other slip pery surfaces may cause the drivi...

Page 293: ...his 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 vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop Your veh...

Page 294: ... you Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so CAUTION Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle Determine the condition of the road or the path that ...

Page 295: ... cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s braking capabilities which increases stop ping distances Therefore after driving through st...

Page 296: ...ERING SYSTEM message and a flashing icon are displayed on the EVIC screen it indicates that the vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer for service It is likely the vehicle has lost power steering assistance Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further in formation If the POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER TEMP mes sage and an icon are displayed on...

Page 297: ... will illuminate NOTE When the parking brake is applied and the transmis sion is placed in gear the Brake Warning Light will flash If vehicle speed is detected a chime will sound to alert the driver Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle This light only shows that the parking brake is ap plied It does not show the degree of brake application When parking on a hill it...

Page 298: ...se handle Automatic Transmission If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel To apply the park brake firmly push the park brake pedal fully To release the parking brake press the park brake pedal a second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake disengage Parking Brake Release Parking Brake 296 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 299: ...Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so c...

Page 300: ...rake applications with the engine OFF the brakes will still function The effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating Anti Lock Brake System ABS If Equipped The Anti Lock Brake System ABS provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions The system automatically pumps the brakes during severe bra...

Page 301: ... slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop These are all normal characteristics of ABS WARNING The Anti Lock Brake System ABS contains so phisticated electronic equipment that may be sus ceptible to interference caused by improperly in stalled or high output radio transmitting equipment This interference can cause possible loss of anti lock braking capability Installation ...

Page 302: ...d tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer Anti Lock Brake Warning Light The Anti Lock Brake System ABS Warning Light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS Warning Light remains on or comes on while driving it indicates that the anti ...

Page 303: ...nsmission models Anti Lock Brake System ABS If Equipped This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau lic brake pressure This prevents wheel lock up to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking Refer to Anti Lock Brake System in Starting and Operating for further information WARNING The ABS cannot prevent the natural...

Page 304: ... active even if TCS and ESC are in the Partial Off mode Refer to ESC Electronic Stability Control in this section for more information Brake Assist System BAS If Equipped 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 appl...

Page 305: ...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 proportion to amount of throttle appli...

Page 306: ...tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Un derstanding Your Instrument Panel for further informa tion 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 clutc...

Page 307: ...ring and understeering the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel Engine power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path The ESC 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 p...

Page 308: ...ed in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others ESC Operating Modes The ESC system has two available operating modes ESC On This is the normal operating mode for the ESC When ever the vehicle is started the ESC system will be in this mode This mode should be used for most driving situations The ESC should only be turned OFF for specific reasons...

Page 309: ... tarily pressing the ESC Off switch This may be done while the vehicle is in motion WARNING When in Partial Off mode the TCS portion of ESC except for the limited wheel spin feature described in the TCS section has been disabled and the ESC Off Indicator Light will be illuminated All other stabil ity features of ESC function normally When in Partial Off mode the enhanced vehicle stability offered ...

Page 310: ...Light begins to flash during ac celeration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions NOTE The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light and the ESC OFF Indicator Light come on momen tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON Each time the ignition is turned ON the ESC system will be ON even ...

Page 311: ...ely to the left and then to the right The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light should go out However if the light remains on have the ESC and BAS checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 1 U S DOT Safety Standards Code TIN 4 Maximum Load 2 Size Designation 5 Maximum Pressure 3 Service Description 6 Treadwear Traction and Temperature Grades 5...

Page 312: ...e 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 spares designed for tempo rary emergency use only Temporary high pressure compact spare tires have the letter T or S molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation Ex ample T145 80D18 103M CAUTION Do not use two different s...

Page 313: ...ire based on U S design standards T or S Temporary compact spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R means radial construction D means diagonal or bias construction 15 Rim diameter in inches in 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 ...

Page 314: ...tions 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 LL Light load tire C D E F G Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the...

Page 315: ... 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 316: ...d in units of PSI pounds per square inch or kPa kilopascals Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire The maximum inflation pres sure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placard A pap...

Page 317: ... weight your vehicle can carry 3 tire size designed for your vehicle 4 cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified ...

Page 318: ...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 XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The r...

Page 319: ...his 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 seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle For the ...

Page 320: ...318 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 321: ...cted by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handlin...

Page 322: ...ide Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar or rear edge of the driver s side door Some vehicles may have supplemental tire pressure information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition These pressure con ditions will be found in the Supplementa...

Page 323: ... 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 temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature ...

Page 324: ...serious collision Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause a collision Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctures i...

Page 325: ...ary spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result Compact Spare Tire If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the driver s side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire Compact spare tire descriptions begin ...

Page 326: ...tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use full size spare tire needs to be replaced Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire replace or repair the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity Limited Use Spare If Equipped The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use only This tire is identified by a label located on t...

Page 327: ...r vehicle Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 30 mph 48 km h Refer to Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in What To Do In Emergencies for further information WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire co...

Page 328: ...o the tread wear indicators the tire should be replaced Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven WARNING Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and hav...

Page 329: ...and ride of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your original equipment or an autho rized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability WARNING Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus pension dimensions and performance characteris tics resulting in cha...

Page 330: ...8 and P235 55R18 using model 0143 tirechaindealer com and on P235 55R19 using model Z 575 scc chain com NOTE Do not use tire chains on a compact spare tire CAUTION To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires observe the following precautions Because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other suspension components it is important that only chains in good condition are used Bro ken chains ca...

Page 331: ...vement Observe the tire chain manufacturer s instruc tions on method of installation operating speed and conditions for usage Always use the lower suggested operating speed if both the chain manufacturer and vehicle manufacturer sug gest a maximum speed This notice applies to all chain traction devices including link and cable radial chains SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country require the use of s...

Page 332: ...hese tire types TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering handling and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on On Off Road type ti...

Page 333: ...er the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for information on how to properly inflate the vehicle s tires The tire pressure will also increase as the ve...

Page 334: ...r up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information For example your vehicle may have a recommended cold parked for more than three hours placard pressure of 30 psi 207 kPa If the ambient temperature is 68 F 20 C and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi 186 kPa a temperature drop to 20 F 7 C will decrease the tire pressure to approximately 23 psi 158 kPa This ...

Page 335: ... from entering the valve stem which could damage the TPM sensor NOTE The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation a...

Page 336: ...uminate in the instrument cluster a LOW TIRE message will be displayed and a chime will sound when tire pres sure is low in one or more of the four active road tires Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible check the inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle and inflate each tire to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure value Once the system receives the updated tire p...

Page 337: ...ompact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit upon the next ignition switch cycle a chime will sound and the TPM Telltale Light will turn ON and a LOW TIRE message will be displayed for a minimum of five seconds 3 After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and t...

Page 338: ...essure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly and to maintain the proper pressure The TPMS consists of the following components Receiver module Four TPM sensors Various TPMS messages which display in the Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC and TPM Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The TPM Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime ...

Page 339: ...ed cold placard pressure inflation value Once the system receives the updated tire pressures the system will automatically update the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flashing and the TPM Telltale Light will turn off The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 ...

Page 340: ...r 75 seconds and then remain on solid The system fault will also sound a chime In addition the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes in place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is not being received 338 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 341: ...s not equipped with TPM sensors The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds when a system fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is detected In this case the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message is then followed with a graphic display with pressure values still shown This indicates that the pres sure values are still being received from the TPM sensors ...

Page 342: ...splay dashes in place of the pressure value 5 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare the TPMS will update automatically In addition the TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF and the graphic in the EVIC will display a new pressure value instead of dashes as long as no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of ...

Page 343: ...egular gasoline in these engines Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experi ence these symptoms try another brand of gasoline before considering service for the vehicle O...

Page 344: ...ines will pro vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as 10 ethanol MTBE and ETBE Oxygen ates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle CAUTION ...

Page 345: ... disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the engine controller memory More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged exposure to E 85 fuel MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane Gasoline blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT Gasoline blended...

Page 346: ...ave to add anything to the fuel Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle s performance The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor mance and damage the emissions control system An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat If you notice a pungent...

Page 347: ...ing assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended ...

Page 348: ...open Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle Use a finger to pull open the door If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle Fuel Filler Cap...

Page 349: ...improper fuel tank filler tube cap gas cap A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc tion Indicator Light MIL to turn on To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full Fuel Filler Cap R T Model 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 ...

Page 350: ...tightened each time the vehicle is refueled When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged a gASCAP message will display in the odometer or a Check Gascap message will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC if equipped If thi...

Page 351: ...facture Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR rear Vehicle Identification Number VIN Type of Vehicle Month Day and Hour of Manufacture MDH The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers and cargo The total load ...

Page 352: ...eight on the front and rear of the vehicle separately It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten useful service life Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase the vehicle s GVWR Loading To load your vehicle properly first figure out its empty weight axle by axle and side by si...

Page 353: ...s The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Refer to Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certification Label in Starting and Operating f...

Page 354: ...g Vehicle Certifica tion Label in Starting and Operating for further information WARNING It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded You could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision Tongue Weight TW The TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer In most cases it should n...

Page 355: ...ey are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle s front axle and the trailer axle s When used in accordance with the manufacturer s directions it pro vides for a more level ride offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety The addition of a friction hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and c...

Page 356: ...r intended towing condition Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Maximum GTW towable for your given drivetrain Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4540 kg Re...

Page 357: ...r maximum trailer towing speeds Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60 to 65 of the weight in the front of the trailer This places 10 to 15 of the Gross Trailer Weight GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer Failure to l...

Page 358: ...ur vehicle Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle drive train components the following guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 805 km the new vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be...

Page 359: ...ion steering suspension chassis structure or tires Continued WARNING Continued Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade When parking apply the parking brake...

Page 360: ...k the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres sures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for the proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to Tires General Infor mation in Starting and Operating for the proper tire replacement procedures Replacing tires with a ...

Page 361: ...ed it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hydraulic brake lines It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have a collision Tow...

Page 362: ...ur and seven pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer har ness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations Four Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn 360 ...

Page 363: ...r range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 min utes of continuous operation then change the automatic transmission fluid and filter according to the interval Seven Pin Con...

Page 364: ...ighest gear range should be selected that allows for adequate performance For example choose 4 if the desired speed can be maintained Choose 3 or 2 if needed to maintain the desired speed Extended driving at high RPM should be avoided to prevent excess heat generation A reduction in vehicle speed may be required to avoid extended driving at high RPM Return to a higher gear range or vehicle speed w...

Page 365: ...ailer All OK OK Automatic Transmission If Equipped Recreational towing with rear wheels on the ground is NOT ALLOWED The only acceptable method for tow ing this vehicle behind another vehicle is on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels OFF the ground Use of a towing dolly with rear wheels on the ground is NOT ALLOWED as severe transmission damage will occur Use of a towing dolly with front wheels...

Page 366: ...ditions The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL The towing speed must not exceed 65 mph 105 km h There is no limitation on towing distance Manual transmission vehicles may also be towed using a vehicle trailer with all four wheels off the ground Use of a towing dolly is not recommended as vehicle damage may occur CAUTION Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require ments can cause severe engin...

Page 367: ...nents And Operation 369 TIREFIT Usage Precautions 371 Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT 373 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing 379 Jack Location Spare Tire Stowage 379 Preparations For Jacking 381 Jacking And Changing A Tire 382 Road Tire Installation 387 䡵 Jump Starting Procedures 388 Preparations For Jump Start 389 Jump Starting Procedure 390 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 392 6 ...

Page 368: ...䡵 Shift Lever Override 393 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 395 Automatic Transmission 396 Manual Transmission 397 Without The Key Fob 397 366 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 369: ...hen you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance the Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even though the ignition is placed in the OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion On the highways slow down...

Page 370: ...ime turn the engine off immediately and call for service WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot TIREFIT KIT IF EQUIPPED Small punctu...

Page 371: ...FIT Storage The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 1 Sealant Bottle 2 Deflation Button 3 Pressure Gauge 4 Power Button TIREFIT Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369 ...

Page 372: ...e 7 when selecting this mode Selecting Sealant Mode Turn the Mode Select Knob 5 to this position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant and to inflate the tire Use the Sealant Hose clear hose 6 when selecting this mode Using The Power Button Push and release the Power Button 4 once to turn On the TIREFIT kit Push and release the Power Button 4 again to turn Off the TIREFIT kit Using The Deflation Button Pr...

Page 373: ...ce the sealant dries it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded For optimum performance make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the TIREFIT kit You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle tires The kit also comes with two needles located in the Accessory Storage Compartment on the bottom of the air pump for inflating sport balls rafts or similar in...

Page 374: ...m driving with extremely low tire pressure If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire If the wheel has any damage Continued WARNING Continued If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat source A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always stow the TIREFIT kit i...

Page 375: ...ty of water Do not induce vomiting Consult a physician immediately Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT A Whenever You Stop To Use TIREFIT 1 Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle s Hazard Warning flashers 2 Verify that the valve stem on the wheel with the deflated tire is in a position that is near to the ground This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses 6 and 7 to reach the valve stem and keep the T...

Page 376: ...ls from the tire C Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE FIT kit NOTE Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL After pressing the Power Button 4 the sealant white fluid will flow from the Sealant Bottle 1 through the Sealant Hose 6 and into the tire NOTE Sealant may leak out through...

Page 377: ... 6 If the sealant white fluid does flow through the Sealant Hose 6 1 Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through hose typically takes 30 70 sec onds As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose 6 the Pressure Gauge 3 can read as high as 70 psi 5 Bar The Pressure Gauge 3 will decrease quickly from ap proximately 70 psi 5 Bar to the actual tire pressure when the Sealant ...

Page 378: ... disconnect the Sealant Hose 6 from the valve stem reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage location Quickly proceed to D Drive Vehicle CAUTION The metal end fitting from Power Plug 8 may get hot after use so it should be handled carefully Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 6 can result in seala...

Page 379: ...e s 12 Volt power outlet 3 Uncoil the Air Pump Hose 7 black in color and screw the fitting at the end of hose 7 onto the valve stem 4 Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure Gauge 3 If tire pressure is less than 19 psi 1 3 Bar the tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further Call for assistance If the tire pressure is 19 psi 1 3 bar or higher 1 Press the Pow...

Page 380: ...ose Replacement 1 Uncoil the Sealant Hose 6 clear in color 2 Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the recessed area under the sealant bottle 3 Press the Sealant Bottle release button The Sealant Bottle 1 will pop up Remove the bottle and dispose of it accordingly 4 Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT hous ing 5 Position the new Sealant Bottle 1 in the housing so that the Seal...

Page 381: ...cle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack Continued WARNING Continued The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location Spare Tire ...

Page 382: ...ess cover using the pull strap 3 Remove the fastener securing the spare tire 4 Remove the spare tire 5 Remove the fastener securing the jack Opening The Access Panel Spare Tire Fastener 380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 383: ...k thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immediately Preparations For Jacking 1 Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible Avoid icy or slippery areas Jack Fastener 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGEN...

Page 384: ...he right front tire block the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked Jacking And Changing A Tire WARNING Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Turn on the Hazard Wa...

Page 385: ... the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle 1 Remove the spare tire jack and lug wrench Jack Warning Label Jack Engagement Locations 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIE...

Page 386: ...e lug wrench to loosen but not remove the lug nuts on the wheel with the flat tire Turn the lug nuts counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 4 Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange Front Jacking Location 384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 387: ...NING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts and tire 7 Mount the spare tire Rear Jacking Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 ...

Page 388: ... under Tires General Information in Start ing and Operating for additional warnings cautions and information about the spare tire its use and operation 8 Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the lug nut toward the wheel Lightly tighten the lug nuts WARNING To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered Failur...

Page 389: ...rized dealer or at a service station 11 Stow the jack tools and flat tire Make sure the base of the jack faces the front of the vehicle before tightening down the fastener WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Have the deflated flat tire repaired or rep...

Page 390: ...s 150 N m If in doubt about the correct tightness have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station 5 After 25 miles 40 km check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump started using a set of jumper cables and a battery...

Page 391: ...occur WARNING Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury Preparations For Jump Start The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the engine compartment for jump starting Remote Battery Posts 1 Remote Positive Post 2 Remote Negative Post 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389...

Page 392: ...parks away from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories 3 If using another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF WARNING Do not allow vehicles to touch each ot...

Page 393: ...ost of the vehicle with the discharged battery WARNING Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury 5 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery Once ...

Page 394: ...de battery life and or prevent the engine from starting 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 steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels Then shift back and forth between RE VERSE and DRIVE 1st Gear Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spin...

Page 395: ...ission shifting occurring WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage or even failure of the axle and tires A tire could explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehi cle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no m...

Page 396: ...sing a screwdriver or similar tool press and hold the override tab through the access port on the center con sole 6 Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position 7 The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL 8 Reinstall the shift lever override access cover Shift Lever Override Access Cover 394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 397: ...ED Rear NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for the purpose following equip ment manufacturer s instructions Use of safety chains is mandatory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers ...

Page 398: ...ommends towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed If flatbed equipment is not available and the transmis sion is operable the vehicle may be flat towed with all four wheels on the ground under the following condi tions The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles 24 km The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph 48 km h If the transmissi...

Page 399: ...hen the only acceptable method of towing is with a flatbed truck CAUTION Failure to follow these towing methods can cause severe transmission damage Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Without The Key Fob Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the OFF position The only approved method of towing without the ignition key is with a flatbed...

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Page 401: ... Filler Cap 404 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 405 䡵 Replacement Parts 406 䡵 Dealer Service 406 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 407 Engine Oil 408 Engine Oil Filter 411 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 411 Maintenance Free Battery 412 Air Conditioner Maintenance 414 Body Lubrication 415 Windshield Wiper Blades 416 Adding Washer Fluid 416 7 ...

Page 402: ...Integrated Power Module 436 Rear Power Distribution Center 439 䡵 Vehicle Storage 443 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 444 䡵 Bulb Replacement 445 Low Beam Headlamp High Beam Headlamp Park Turn Lamp Models With Halogen Headlamps If Equipped 445 Low Beam Headlamp High Beam Headlamp And Park Turn Lamp Models With High Intensity Discharge HID Headlamps If Equipped 445 Front Rear Side Marker Lamp 446 Tail Turn And S...

Page 403: ... Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 449 License Lamp 449 䡵 Fluid Capacities 450 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 451 Engine 451 Chassis 452 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 ...

Page 404: ...Power Module Fuses 5 Air Cleaner Filter 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 6 Engine Oil Fill 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 Remote Jump Start Positive Battery Post 4 Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Washer Fluid Reservoir 402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 405: ...ower Module Fuses 5 Engine Oil Fill 2 Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 3 Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 Remote Jump Start Positive Battery Post 4 Air Cleaner Filter 8 Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 ...

Page 406: ...ill 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 emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic conver...

Page 407: ... the OBD II system is ready for testing Normally the OBD II system will be ready The OBD II system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the...

Page 408: ...would in order for your OBD II system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD II system is ready or not if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle because the MIL is on with the eng...

Page 409: ... me chanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the future CAUTION Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per form repairs and service when n...

Page 410: ... be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick Adding 1 0 qt 1...

Page 411: ... Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance Refer to Maintenance Schedule for further information NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8 000 miles 13 000 km or six months whichever occurs first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions ...

Page 412: ... SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade 5 7L Engine SAE 5W 20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine For information on engine oil filler cap location refer to Engine Compart men...

Page 413: ...ately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your authorized dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection This manufacturer s engines have a full flow type o...

Page 414: ... Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR威 engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended Maintenance Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic main tenance required N...

Page 415: ... flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnected and should...

Page 416: ... cables before connecting the charger to the battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at...

Page 417: ...vironmental Protection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment NOTE Use only manufacturer approved A C system sealers stop leak products seal conditioners compressor oil and refrigerants Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot poin...

Page 418: ...tion of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc NOTE Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend ing on geographical area and frequency of use Poor performance of bl...

Page 419: ...able 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 If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the ve...

Page 420: ...system can contact anything that can burn CAUTION The catalytic converter requires the use of un leaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con trol device and may seriously reduce engine per formance and cause serious damage to the engine Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In t...

Page 421: ...rmal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam age Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by ...

Page 422: ...ection every 12 months before the onset of freezing weather where applicable If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant Check the front of the radiator for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubi...

Page 423: ...in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information CAUTION Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than specified HOAT engine coolant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corro sion protection If a non HOAT engine coolant antifreeze is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the specified engine coolant antifreeze as soon as possible Do n...

Page 424: ... Formula HOAT Hybrid Organic Additive Technology or equivalent Mix a minimum solution of 50 HOAT engine coolant and distilled 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 antifreeze solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount o...

Page 425: ...the pres sure cap while the system is hot or under pressure Continued WARNING Continued Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle Personal injury or en gine damage may result Disposal Of Used Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules ...

Page 426: ...opped after a few miles kilometers of operation you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment This is nor mally a result of moisture from rain snow or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor ized when the thermostat opens allowing hot engine coolant antifreeze to enter the radiator If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator...

Page 427: ...he correct type thermostat Other designs may result in unsatisfactory engine coolant antifreeze performance poor gas mileage and increased emissions Brake System In order to assure brake system performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possib...

Page 428: ...s the brake pads wear However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Re fer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Us...

Page 429: ...aces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami nate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure This could result in a collision Clutch Hydraulic System Manual Transmission If Equipped The clutch hydraulic system is fed by a segregated volume of fluid w...

Page 430: ...r maintenance intervals Automatic Transmission If Equipped Selection Of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor mance Use only manufacturer s recommended transmis sion fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further informa tion It is important that the transmission fluid be mai...

Page 431: ...fluid level CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manu facturer s recommended fluid may cause deterio ration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than that recommended by the manufacturer will require more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genu ine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for fur ther inf...

Page 432: ...he Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo graphic locations and usage Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and chemicals that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in y...

Page 433: ...sh soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle use MOPAR威 Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove Use a high quality cleaner wax such as MOPAR威 Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film stains and to protect your paint finish Take care never to scratch the paint Avoid using abrasive compounds a...

Page 434: ... is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause that destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de icer salt etc be sure that such materials are well packaged and s...

Page 435: ...heel s pro tective finish Only MOPAR威 Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure If Equipped Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man ner Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean dry towel Blot any remaining stain with a clean damp towel For tough stains apply MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent or a mild soap solution to a cl...

Page 436: ...an or equivalent Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather condi tioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable...

Page 437: ...Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag or micro fiber towel A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft c...

Page 438: ...a mild detergent with the cupholder in the center console NOTE The cupholder cannot be removed FUSES Integrated Power Module The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment This module contains fuses and relays Integrated Power Module 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 439: ...e with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over load If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 15 Amp Blue Washer Motor 2 25 Amp Natural Powertrain Control Module PCM 3 25 Amp Natural Ignition Run Start 4 25 Amp Natural EGR Solenoid Alternator 5 15 Amp B...

Page 440: ...ld 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 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 15 50 Amp Red Radiator Fan 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 441: ...hed Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over load If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a proble...

Page 442: ...cartridge fuse 2 40 Amp Green Integrated Power Module IPM 3 4 40 Amp Green Integrated Power Module IPM Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 5 30 Amp Pink Heated Seats If Equipped 6 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump 7 15 Amp Blue Audio Amplifier If Equipped 8 15 Amp Blue Diagnostic Link Con nector DLC Wireless Control Module WCM Wireless Ignition Node WIN 9 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 10 25 Amp Natural...

Page 443: ... Yellow Heated Seat Module If Equipped 17 20 Amp Yellow Instrument Cluster 18 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter Instru ment Panel 19 10 Amp Red Stop Lights Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller ORC 28 10 Amp Red Ignition Run AC Heater Control Occupant Restraint Controller ORC 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 ...

Page 444: ...Orange Antenna Module If Equipped Power Mirrors Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 36 25 Amp Natural Hands Free Phone If Equipped Radio Amplifier Feed 37 15 Amp Blue Transmission 38 10 Amp Red Cargo Light Vehicle Information Module If Equipped 39 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors If Equipped 40 5 Amp Orange Auto Inside Rear view Mirror Heated Seats If Equipped Switch Bank 41 42 30 Amp Pink Front ...

Page 445: ...witch are fused by the 25 Amp circuit breaker in cavity 13 If you experience temporary or permanent loss of these systems see your authorized dealer for service VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take these steps to protect your battery Disconnect the negative cable from the battery Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service ...

Page 446: ...lacement instructions All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement LIGHT BULBS Exterior Bulb Number Headlamp High Intensity Discharge HID D1S Serviced at Authorized Dealer Halogen Headlamp H13 Front Park Turn Lamp 3157A Front Fog Lamp 9145 H10 Serviced at Authorized Dealer Front Side Marker 168 T...

Page 447: ...y removed Because of this you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb yourself If a headlamp bulb fails take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service WARNING A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned ON It may cause serious electrical shock or electro cution if not serviced properly See your authorized dealer for service N...

Page 448: ... 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 the replace ment bulb 4 Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing and rotate the socket clockwise to lock it in place 5 Reinstall the front rear side marker Tail Turn And Stop Lamp 1 Open the trunk 2 Using a screw...

Page 449: ...back of the tail lamp assembly 6 Pull the tail lamp assembly clear from the vehicle to access the bulbs 7 Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side 8 Disconnect the electrical connector 9 Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun terclockwise to remove it from the tail lamp assembly 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 ...

Page 450: ...cement bulb 11 Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail lamp assembly and then turn it clockwise 12 Reinstall the tail lamp assembly fasteners electrical connector and trunk liner 13 Reinstall tail lamp retainer 14 Close the trunk 448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 451: ...as an assembly see your authorized dealer License Lamp 1 Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia 2 Remove the bulb and socket assembly 3 Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb 4 Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly 5 Reattach the lamp to the rear fascia and then install the screws 1 License Lamp Bulb 2 Socket 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 ...

Page 452: ...ngine SAE 5W 20 API Certified 7 Quarts 6 6 Liters Cooling System 3 6 Liter Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 11 1 Quarts 10 5 Liters 5 7 Liter Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 14 7 Quarts 13 9 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 453: ...r cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil 5 7L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs 3 6L Engine RER8ZWYCB4 Gap 0 043 in 1 1 mm Spark Plugs 5 7L Engine LZFR5C 11 Gap 0 043 in 1 1 mm Fuel Selection 3 6L and...

Page 454: ...SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR威 Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent meeting MS 11655 such as Fuchs EG ZH 3044 or Pentosin CHF 11s Rear Axle 3 6L Engine MOPAR威 Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W140 API GL 5 or equiva lent Rear Axle 5 7L Engine MOPAR威 Synthetic Gear Lubrica...

Page 455: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Maintenance Schedule 454 Required Maintenance Intervals 455 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 456: ...dicating that an oil change is necessary Based on engine operation conditions the oil change indicator message will illuminate This means that ser vice is required for your vehicle Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 500 miles 805 km NOTE The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change Change your vehicle s oil if it has been six mont...

Page 457: ...e A Month Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir brake master cylinder and power steering and add as needed Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the brake hoses and lines CAUTION Fai...

Page 458: ...iles 26 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Perform the first inspection at 16 000 miles 26 000 km or 12 months Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Inspect t...

Page 459: ...s 52 000 km Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter Replace the spark plugs 5 7L Engine Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes 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 ...

Page 460: ...re 48 000 miles 78 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear impr...

Page 461: ...oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 56 000 miles 91 000 km Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 459 ...

Page 462: ...ransmission 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 Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends a...

Page 463: ...r even if it occurs before 80 000 miles 130 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 104 000 miles 169 000 km whichever comes first Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the manual transmission...

Page 464: ...oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 88 000 miles 143 000 km Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 462 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 465: ...sc brakes Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the manual transmission fluid if equipped if using your vehicle for any of the following Most of your driving is at sustained high s...

Page 466: ...ilter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 112 000 miles 182 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary...

Page 467: ... wear even if it occurs before 120 000 miles 195 000 km Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s Replace the accessory drive belt s Inspect the rear axle fluid Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 465 ...

Page 468: ...during hot weather above 90 F 32 C driving in dusty conditions or stop and go driving Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 136 000 Miles 221 000 km ...

Page 469: ... front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Inspect the manual transmission fluid if equipped add as necessary Inspect the rear axle fluid Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 152 000 Miles 247 000 km or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change...

Page 470: ...ent If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 468 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 471: ...If You Need Assistance 471 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 472 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 472 In Mexico Contact 472 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 473 Service Contract 473 䡵 Warranty Information 474 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 474 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 474 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 474 In Canada 475 䡵 Publication Order Forms 475 9 ...

Page 472: ...䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 477 Treadwear 477 Traction Grades 477 Temperature Grades 478 470 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 473: ...end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We wa...

Page 474: ...acturer s customer cen ter should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 423 6343 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 P...

Page 475: ...fter the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer s service contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s service contract you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about the service contract call the manufacturer s Service Cont...

Page 476: ...ear contain or emit chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARRANTY INFORMATION See the Warranty Information Booklet located on the DVD for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market MOPAR姞 PARTS MOPAR威 fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized deale...

Page 477: ...n about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans port Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1 800 333 0510 or go to http www tc gc ca roadsafety...

Page 478: ...nts and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled ve hicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshooting and drivability procedures proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These Owner s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering...

Page 479: ...times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road charac teristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent t...

Page 480: ...ad 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 overload...

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Page 482: ...ssure Tires 320 Airbag 56 65 Airbag Deployment 66 Airbag Light 63 64 68 82 192 Airbag Maintenance 67 Airbag Side 59 62 64 65 Airbag Window Side Curtain 60 62 65 Alarm Security Alarm 18 Alarm Light 197 Alarm System Security Alarm 18 Alarm Panic 25 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 238 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 298 301 Anti Lock Warning Light 199 300 Anti Theft Security Al...

Page 483: ...Autostick 287 Axle Fluid 452 Axle Lubrication Axle Fluid 452 B Pillar Location 315 Battery 412 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 26 Location 412 Belts Seat 46 81 Body Mechanism Lubrication 415 Brake Assist System 302 Brake Control System Electronic 301 Brake Fluid 452 Brake System 298 425 Anti Lock ABS 298 301 Fluid Check 425 452 Master Cylinder 425 Parking 295 Warning Light 196 298 Brake Parkin...

Page 484: ...Certification Label 349 Chains Tire 328 Changing A Flat Tire 379 Chart Tire Sizing 311 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 405 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 80 Checks Safety 80 Child Restraint 70 71 72 75 77 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 74 75 Clean Air Gasoline 342 Cleaning Wheels 433 Windshield Wiper Blades 416 Clock 218 227 Cold Weather Operation 272 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 2...

Page 485: ...ill 421 Inspection 423 Points to Remember 424 Pressure Cap 423 Radiator Cap 423 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 421 450 451 Corrosion Protection 430 Cruise Light 190 Cupholders 180 436 Customer Assistance 471 Data Recorder Event 69 Daytime Brightness Interior Lights 148 Daytime Running Lights 144 Dealer Service 406 Deck Lid Emergency Release 42 Deck Lid Power Release 40 Defroster Rear Window 183 D...

Page 486: ...ntrol System 301 Electronic Power Distribution Center Fuses 439 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 152 Electronic Stability Control ESC 305 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light 191 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 200 Emergency Deck Lid Release 42 Emergency Trunk Release 42 Emergency In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck 392 Hazard Warning Flasher 367 Jacking 379 Jump Starting ...

Page 487: ...lection 409 450 Oil Synthetic 411 Overheating 367 Starting 266 Temperature Gauge 191 Engine Oil Viscosity 410 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 410 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 66 Entry System Illuminated 21 Ethanol 342 Event Data Recorder 69 Exhaust Gas Caution 80 345 Exhaust System 80 417 Exterior Folding Mirrors 92 Exterior Lighting 142 Exterior Lights 84 Filler Location Fuel 346 Filters Air Cle...

Page 488: ...ke 452 Fluids 451 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 451 Fog Lights 145 195 Folding Rear Seat 139 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 392 Fuel 341 Adding 346 Additives 344 Clean Air 342 Conserving 205 Ethanol 342 Filler Cap Gas Cap 346 Gasoline 341 Gauge 190 Materials Added 344 Methanol 342 Octane Rating 341 451 Requirements 341 Saver Mode 205 Specifications 451 Tank Capacity 450 Fuel Optimizer 205 Fuel Save...

Page 489: ...ver Override 393 General Information 18 27 125 340 General Maintenance 407 Glass Cleaning 435 Gross Axle Weight Rating 349 352 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 349 351 GVWR 349 Hands Free Phone Uconnect 95 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 291 Hazard Warning Flasher 367 Head Restraints 137 Headlights 445 Automatic 143 Bulb Replacement 445 Cleaning 434 Delay 143 High Beam L...

Page 490: ... Key 12 14 Ignition Key Removal 14 Illuminated Entry 21 Immobilizer Sentry Key 16 Infant Restraint 70 71 Information Center Vehicle 200 Instrument Cluster 190 Instrument Panel and Controls 188 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 435 Integrated Power Module Fuses 436 Interior Appearance Care 434 Interior Lights 147 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 149 Introduction 4 Jack Location 379 Jack Operation 382 ...

Page 491: ...341 Leaks Fluid 84 Life of Tires 326 Light Bulbs 84 444 Lights 84 142 Airbag 63 64 68 82 192 Alarm 197 Anti Lock 199 300 Automatic Headlights 143 Brake Assist Warning 307 Brake Warning 196 298 Bulb Replacement 444 445 Center Mounted Stop 449 Courtesy Reading 147 163 Cruise 190 Daytime Running 144 Dimmer Switch Headlight 146 147 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator 307 Electronic Throttle Con...

Page 492: ...icator Check Engine 199 Map Reading 147 163 Oil Pressure 194 Parade Mode Daytime Brightness 148 Passing 147 Reading 147 163 Seat Belt Reminder 194 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 197 Service 444 445 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 199 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 197 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 197 331 Traction Control 307 Turn Signal 84 146 192 Vanity Mirror 94 Voltage 190 Warning Instrument...

Page 493: ...99 405 Manual Transmission 274 427 430 Fluid Level Check 427 430 Manual Service 475 Map Reading Lights 147 163 Master Cylinder Brakes 425 Methanol 342 Mini Trip Computer 205 Mirrors 90 Automatic Dimming 91 Electric Powered 92 Electric Remote 92 Exterior Folding 92 Heated 93 Outside 91 Vanity 94 Mode Fuel Saver 205 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 331 Mopar Parts 406...

Page 494: ...l 411 Filter 411 451 Filter Disposal 411 Identification Logo 409 Materials Added to 411 Recommendation 409 450 Synthetic 411 Viscosity 410 450 Onboard Diagnostic System 404 405 Opener Garage Door HomeLink 164 Operating Precautions 404 Operator Manual Owner s Manual 4 Outside Rearview Mirrors 91 Overdrive 287 Overdrive OFF Switch 287 Overhead Console 163 Overheating Engine 192 367 Owner s Manual Op...

Page 495: ... Fluid 452 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 55 Preparation for Jacking 381 Pretensioners Seat Belts 54 Programmable Electronic Features 212 Programming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 21 Radial Ply Tires 322 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 423 Radio Operation 252 Radio Remote Controls 250 Rear Cupholder 180 Rear Park Sense System 155 Rear Seat Folding 139 Rear Window Defroster 183 Rear Window Fea...

Page 496: ...Head 137 Restraints Child 70 Restraints Occupant 42 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck 392 Rotation Tires 330 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 81 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 84 Safety Defects Reporting 474 Safety Information Tire 309 Safety Tips 80 Safety Exhaust Gas 80 Satellite Radio Antenna 238 Schedule Maintenance 454 Seat Belt Maintenance 435 Seat Belt Reminder 54 Seat Belts 42 46 81 And Pregnant Women...

Page 497: ...g 18 Sentry Key Replacement 17 Service Assistance 471 Service Contract 473 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator 199 Service Manuals 475 Setting the Clock 218 227 Settings Personal 212 Shift Indicator Light 277 Shift Lever Override 393 Shifting 279 Automatic Transmission 279 Shoulder Belts 46 Side Airbag 64 Side Window Demisters Defrosters 259 Signals Turn 84 146 192 Slippery Surfaces Dr...

Page 498: ... 146 Column Lock 151 Power 294 Tilt Column 151 Wheel Tilt 151 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 250 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 250 Storage 443 Storage Vehicle 258 443 Storing Your Vehicle 443 Stuck Freeing 392 Sun Roof 173 Sunglasses Storage 164 Sunroof Maintenance 175 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 56 Sway Control Trailer 353 Synthetic Engine Oil 411 System Remote Starting 27 ...

Page 499: ...IREFIT 368 Tires 84 319 477 Aging Life of Tires 326 Air Pressure 319 Chains 328 Changing 379 382 Compact Spare 323 Flat Changing 379 General Information 319 High Speed 322 Inflation Pressures 320 Jacking 381 382 Life of Tires 326 Load Capacity 315 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 331 Pressure Warning Light 197 Quality Grading 477 Radial 322 Replacement 327 Rotation 330 Safety 309 319 Sizes 311 Snow Ti...

Page 500: ... Wiring 360 Trailer Towing Guide 355 Trailer Weight 355 Transfer Case Fluid 452 Transmission 428 Automatic 280 428 Fluid 452 Manual 274 Shifting 279 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 26 Transmitter Programming Remote Keyless Entry 21 Transmitter Garage Door Opener HomeLink 164 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE 21 Transporting Pets 79 Tread Wear Indicators 326 Trip Odometer 190 19...

Page 501: ...e Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Loading 315 349 350 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage 258 443 Vehicle Theft Alarm Security Alarm 18 Viscosity Engine Oil 410 Voice Recognition System VR 125 Warning Flasher Hazard 367 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 190 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 474 Washer Adding Fluid 416 Washers Windshield 148 150 416 Washin...

Page 502: ...ow Fogging 259 Windows 38 Power 38 Windshield Defroster 82 256 Windshield Washers 148 150 Fluid 416 Windshield Wiper Blades 416 Windshield Wipers 148 Wiper Blade Replacement 416 Wiper Delay 149 Wipers Intermittent 149 500 INDEX ...

Page 503: ...hicles so The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shielded coaxial cable Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio SWR Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than normal may require special precautions All installations should be checked for possible interfer ence b...

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