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Dodge 2013 SRT Viper, Owner'S Manual

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CAUTION!

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To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be
driven slowly when using ParkView® to be able to
stop in time when an obstacle is seen. It is recom-
mended that the driver look frequently over his/her
shoulder when using ParkView®.

NOTE:

If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds

up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water,
and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens.

Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With
Touch—Screen Radio

1. Turn the Radio on.

2. Press the “More” soft-key.

3. Press the “Settings” soft-key.

4. Press the “Safety & Driving Assistance” soft-key.

5. Press the check box soft key next to “Parkview®

Backup Camera” to enable/disable.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED

HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters
that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor-
ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The
HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt
battery.

The HomeLink® buttons, located on the sunvisor, desig-
nate the three different HomeLink® channels. The
HomeLink® indicator is located above the center button.

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for 2013 SRT Viper

Page 1: ...Viper O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 3 ...

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 73 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 123 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 173 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 233 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 251 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 299 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 317 10 INDEX 327 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: ... vehicle 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 parts and cares about your satisfac tion HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which sec...

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

Page 8: ... miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cau tions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is on the left front corner of the instrument panel and is visible from outside 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 NOTE It...

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

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Page 11: ...eys 16 Customer Key Programming 17 General Information 17 䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM 18 Rearming of the System 18 To Arm The System 18 To Disarm The System 19 䡵 ILLUMINATED ENTRY 20 䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE 20 To Unlock The Doors 21 To Lock The Doors 22 To Unlatch The Liftgate 22 Using The Panic Alarm 22 Programming Additional Transmitters 23 Transmitter Battery Replacement 23 2 ...

Page 12: ... Belt Untwisting Procedure 39 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert 40 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped 41 Seat Belt Pretensioners If Equipped 42 Seat Belts and Pregnant Women 42 Seat Belt Extender 42 Driver And Passenger Supplemental Restraint System SRS Air Bags 43 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls 48 Event Data Recorder EDR 59 Child Restraints 60 䡵 BREAK IN RECO...

Page 13: ...IPS 68 Transporting Passengers 68 Exhaust Gas 68 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 69 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 70 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ...

Page 14: ...on Node KIN This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition with the push of a button as long as the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is in the passenger compartment The Keyless Ignition Node KIN has four operating positions three of which are labeled and will illuminate when in position The three positions are OFF ACC and ON RUN The fourth position is START during start RUN will illumi...

Page 15: ...allows for entry into the vehicle hatch should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead To remove the emergency key slide the mechanical latch on the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand Keyless Ignition Node KIN 1 OFF 2 ACC ACCESSORY 3 ON RUN 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ...

Page 16: ...hime the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster NOTE With the Uconnect system the power window switches radio and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time for this feature is programmable Refer to Uconnect Settings in Understanding Your Instru ment Panel f...

Page 17: ...ith Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death CAUTION An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves Always remove the Key Fob from vehicle cycle the ignition OFF and lock a...

Page 18: ... the engine being shut off after two seconds If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle operation vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds it indicates that there is a fault in the electron ics Should this occur have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an authorized dealer CAUTION The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat ible with some after market remote startin...

Page 19: ...s of programming a blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics A blank Key Fob is one that has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer Sys tem serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer Customer Key Programming Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC ru...

Page 20: ...e Vehicle Security Alarm 1 Make sure the vehicle ignition system is the OFF position 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 Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter 3 If any doors are open close them Entering The Liftgate With The System Armed NOTE Using the key...

Page 21: ...ive you a false alarm If one of the previ ously described arming sequences has occurred the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not If you remain in the vehicle and open a door the alarm will sound If this occurs disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected the Vehicle Security Alarm will r...

Page 22: ... outside door handle and then closed A door is unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter The interior lights will turn on and remain on for about four seconds and then fade to off if a door is opened using the inside door handle NOTE None of the courtesy lights will operate if the dimmer control is in the defeat position extreme downward position unless the overhead map reading light...

Page 23: ...ts you program the system to unlock either the driver s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter To change the current setting refer to Uconnect Access Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further in formation Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver s door or all doors on the first...

Page 24: ...o times within five seconds to unlatch the liftgate Using The Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off press and hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one second and release When the Panic Alarm is on the headlights will turn on the park lights will flash the horn will pulse on and off and the interior lights will turn on The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minu...

Page 25: ...ot touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board 1 Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand 2 Insert the tip of the emergency key or a 2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart Make...

Page 26: ...received including interference that may cause unde sired operation If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios can affect transmitter operation To verify if this is the cause move the vehicle to another area and test RKE transmitter o...

Page 27: ...le Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries and death Continued WARNING Continued Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be injured seriously or fatally Don t leave the ignition in the ON position A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehic...

Page 28: ...cle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle If you press the power door lock switch while the ignition is in the ACC or ON RUN position and any front door is open the power locks will not operate This prevents you from accidentally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle ...

Page 29: ...uthorized dealer for service Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if 1 The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en abled 2 The driver door is opened 3 The doors were not previously unlocked Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming To change the current setting refer to Uconnect Set tings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel f...

Page 30: ...ve for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time is programmable Refer to Uconnect Access Set tings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information WARNING Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and do not let children play with power windows Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle and ...

Page 31: ... stop the window from going all the way down during the AUTO down operation pull up on the switch briefly AUTO Up Feature With Anti Pinch Protection If Equipped Lift the window switch to the second detent release and the window will go up automatically To stop the window from going all the way up during the AUTO up operation push down on the switch briefly To close the window part way lift the win...

Page 32: ...et To reset Auto Up 1 Pull the window switch up to close the window completely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed 2 Push the window switch down firmly to the second detent to open the window completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open LIFTGATE The liftgate can be unlocked or lo...

Page 33: ... liftgate can be opened or closed To open the liftgate press the LIFTGATE RELEASE switch located under the right side of the tail panel which is located below the liftgate then pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion Rear Panel Manual Lock Cylinder Pull Up On The Liftgate 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 ...

Page 34: ...C when the liftgate is open WARNING Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle If you are required to drive with the liftgate open make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed Do not use the r...

Page 35: ...ll the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat if equipped If you will be carrying children too small for adult sized seat belts the seat belts or tether anchor feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems For more information on the tether anchor refer to Child Restraint Tether Anchor NOTE The Advan...

Page 36: ...and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in an collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times Lap Shoulder Belts Each seat belt is a combined lap shoulder belt system The belt webbing ...

Page 37: ...dy These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the force of a collision they best Continued WARNING Continued Wearing your belt in the wrong place can make your injuries in a collision much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instructions wear you seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should ne...

Page 38: ...at the side of your seat back Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt 3 Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap 4 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 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 39: ...de surfaces of the vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A belt worn under the arm can cause inter nal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a colli sion A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a colli...

Page 40: ... men Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug A twisted belt may not protect you properly In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your authorized dealer immedi ately and have it fixed 7 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on y...

Page 41: ...st be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt 1 Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point 2 At about 6 to 12 in 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immed...

Page 42: ...e fastened The driver should instruct all other occu pants to fasten their seat belts If a front seat belt is unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph 8 km h BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual notification The front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the front passenger seat is unoccupied BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the front pas...

Page 43: ...ortion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted 3 Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensi...

Page 44: ...ags the preten sioners are single use items A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap portion of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possib...

Page 45: ...SRS Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for the driver and passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the steering wheel The passenger s Ad vanced Front Air Bag is mounted underneath a cover in the passenger s side of the instrument panel The words SRS AIRBAG is embossed on the Air Bag covers Advanced Front Air Bag A...

Page 46: ...n a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate Continued WARNING Continued Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers or attempt to open them manually You may damage the air bags and you could be injured because the air bags may no longer be functional The protective covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating Do not drill cut or ...

Page 47: ... that requires air bag deployment This low output is used in less severe collisions A higher energy output is used for more severe collisions The Air Bags have a multistage inflator design This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on several factors including collision severity and occupant size While the seat belts are designed to protect the driver and passenger...

Page 48: ...u can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying Air Bag 1 An infant up to one year or approximately 20 lbs 9 kg should never ride in the vehicle because in the event of a crash the rear facing child seat places them too close to the passenger Air Bag 2 An infant in a rear facing child safety seat designed for a child up to one year or approximately 20 lbs 9 kg should never ride in the fro...

Page 49: ...eat If too large for a booster seat the child should wear the lap shoulder belt properly 8 Read the instructions provided with your child re straint to make sure that you are using it properly 9 Read the instructions provided with your child safety seat or booster seat to make sure that you are using it properly 10 All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly 11 Position ...

Page 50: ...sification Module OCM Passenger Air Bag Disable PAD Indicator Light Flex Mat Knee Impact Bolsters The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the passenger and position front occupants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front Air Bags Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls The following requirements must be strictly adhered to Do not modify the passenger seat assembl...

Page 51: ...s if equipped as required depending on several factors including the se verity and type of impact The Air Bag inflators are designed to provide different rates of inflation The ORC may prevent passenger Air Bag deployment based on input from the Occupant Classification System OCS Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in certain front...

Page 52: ...a backup power supply system that may deploy the Air Bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light and Passenger Air Bag Disable PAD Indicator Light for four to eight seconds as a self check when the ignition is first turned to ON RUN After the self check the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off and the PAD Indicator L...

Page 53: ...may be possible based on several factors including collision type severity and occupant size The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and then fold out of the way as the Air Bags inflate to their full size The Air Bags inflate fully in about 50 to 70 ms This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes The Air Bags then deflate quickly wh...

Page 54: ...ce the lodged object is removed the fault will be cleared auto matically after a short period Passenger Air Bag Disabled PAD Indicator Light The Passenger Air Bag Disabled PAD Indicator Light indicates to the driver and passenger when the passenger Advanced Front Air Bag is turned OFF In the presence of an occupant seated properly in the passenger seat when the PAD Indicator Light is illuminated t...

Page 55: ...me the passenger Advanced Front Air Bag is turned off if the PAD Indicator Light is not illuminated WARNING Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an air bag A deploying passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger including a child in a rearward facing infant seat Only use a rearward facing child restraint in a rear seat Flex Mat The...

Page 56: ...bject while seated e g backpack box etc WARNING Occupants in the front passenger seat sitting improp erly may cause the OCS to not classify the passen ger s weight accurately This may result in serious injury or death in a collision Always wear your seat belt and sit properly with the seat back in an upright position your back against the seat back sitting upright facing forward in the center of t...

Page 57: ...ssembly or to the seat cover If the seat trim cover or cushion needs service for any reason take the vehicle to your authorized dealer Only Chrysler Group LLC approved seat accessories may be used The following requirements must be strictly followed Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or components in any way Do not use prior or future model year seat covers or cushions not designated ...

Page 58: ...oyment if the communication network remains intact and the power remains intact depending on the nature of the event the ORC will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow ing functions Cut off fuel to the engine Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition is cycled to OFF Turn on the interior lights which remain on as long as...

Page 59: ...at generates the non toxic gas used for Air Bag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s in structions for cleaning Do not drive ...

Page 60: ...urself Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system Continued WARNING Continued Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag system The air bag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air bag system service If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be s...

Page 61: ...ine related gauges are not working the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC may also be disabled The Air Bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection Promptly check the fuse block for blown fuses Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper Air Bag fuses See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an e...

Page 62: ... during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equip ment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time i...

Page 63: ...tible child seats The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children from birth until they reach the weight or height limit of the infant carrier Convertible child seats can be used either rearward facing or forward facing in the vehicle Con vertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing direction than infant carriers do so t...

Page 64: ... seat until the vehicle s seat belts fit properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seatback they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the seat belt WARNING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come lo...

Page 65: ...low as possible touching the child s thighs and not their stomach Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip If the answer to any of these questions was no then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle If the child is using the lap shoulder belt check belt fit peri odically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the shoulder belt contac...

Page 66: ... tether anchors have been available for some time In fact many child restraint manufacturers will provide add on tether strap kits for some of their older products There is a tether strap anchor located behind the child tether access cover behind the passenger seat To attach a child restraint tether strap 1 Move the seat forward 2 Move the seatback to its full forward position 3 Remove the child t...

Page 67: ...her hook through either opening in the seatback underneath the head restraint 5 Attach the tether hook to the anchor loop 6 Move the seat to its farthest rearward position Apply body pressure to the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched 7 Return the seatback to an upright position Child Tether Tether Hook 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 ...

Page 68: ...he restraint held tightly to the passenger seat Refer to Automatic Locking Mode To restrain the child seat 1 Pull enough webbing from the retractor to allow the belt to pass through the child restraint and insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click 2 Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull all of the webbing out of the retractor 3 Allow some of the webbing to retract bac...

Page 69: ...reak in period is not required for the drivetrain engine transmission and rear axle in your new vehicle Following these few simple guidelines is all that is necessary for a good break in For the first 500 miles 800 km Keep your vehicle speed below the legal posted speed limit and your engine speed below 4 000 RPM Avoid driving at a constant speed either fast or slow for long periods Do not make an...

Page 70: ...r death Continued WARNING Continued It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Exhaust G...

Page 71: ...y is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is 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 cou...

Page 72: ...e the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper able Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the foot well 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 a...

Page 73: ...l Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected the cause should be located and corrected immediately 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 ...

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Page 75: ... 79 䡵 SEATS 80 Manual Seats 80 Power Seats 83 䡵 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 85 䡵 LIGHTS 88 Headlight Switch 88 Automatic Headlights 89 Headlights On With Wipers Available with Automatic Headlights Only 89 Headlight Time Delay 89 Daytime Running Lights DRL 90 Lights On Reminder 90 Multifunction Lever 90 Turn Signals 91 High Low Beam Switch 91 3 ...

Page 76: ...table Foot Rest 100 䡵 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 101 To Activate 102 To Set A Desired Speed 102 To Deactivate 103 To Resume Speed 103 To Vary The Speed Setting 103 To Accelerate For Passing 103 䡵 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED 104 Turning ParkView On Or Off With Touch Screen Radio 106 䡵 GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED 106 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink 107 Programming A Rolling Code ...

Page 77: ...bleshooting Tips 113 General Information 114 䡵 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS 115 䡵 CUPHOLDERS If Equipped 117 䡵 STORAGE 118 Glovebox Storage 118 Console Features 119 Door Storage 121 䡵 REAR WINDOW FEATURES 121 Rear Window Defroster 121 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 ...

Page 78: ...e from vehicles behind you This feature will be defaulted on and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse NOTE The mirror contains an Assist button and a 9 1 1 button located on the bottom of the mirror Automatic Dimming Mirror 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 79: ... Mo bile features Vehicle Customer Care Total support for all other vehicle issues 9 1 1 Call Report an accident without taking your eyes off the road Just press 9 1 1 on your mirror and connect CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Outside Mirrors To receive m...

Page 80: ...f a vehicle seen in the passenger side mirror Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver side door trim panel The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but tons and a four way mirror control switch To adjust a mirror press either the L left or R right to select the mirror that you want to adjust NOTE A light in the selected button will illuminate indicating the mirr...

Page 81: ...ws for the direction that you want the mirror to move Vanity Mirror A vanity mirror is on the passenger side sun visor To use the mirror rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward Vanity Mirror 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 ...

Page 82: ...In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Manual Seats Forward and 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 desired position Then usi...

Page 83: ...t lever is located on the out board side of the seat Pull upward on the lever to raise the seat height or push downward on the lever to lower the seat height Seat Adjustment Bar Height Adjustment Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 ...

Page 84: ... pull the recliner lever upward lean backward until the seat is in the desired position and release the lever To return the seat to its full upright position lean forward pull the recliner lever upward and hold it until the seat returns to its full upright position Recline Lever 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 85: ...erious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt which could result in serious injury or death Power Seats On models equipped with power seats the power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor ...

Page 86: ...ted up or down Push upward or push downward on the seat switch the seat will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when the desired position is reached Reclining The Seatback Forward Or Rearward The seatback can be reclined both forward and rearward Push the power seat recliner switch forward or rearward the seatback will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when...

Page 87: ...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 CAUTION Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path TO OPEN AND...

Page 88: ...l the hood release lever rearward to release the hood latches 3 Lift the hood upward to the full forward position Hood Release Lever Location Hood Release Lever 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 89: ...pass by Strong gusts of wind may damage the hood Al ways close the hood in such situations To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Simply lower the hood until it is open approximately 6 in 15 cm and then drop it This should secure both latches Never drive the vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before drivi...

Page 90: ...el This switch controls the operation of the headlights parking lights instru ment panel lights instrument panel light dimming and interior lights Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for headlight parking light and instrument panel light op eration Headlight Switch 88 UNDER...

Page 91: ...is placed in the AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature NOTE The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be turned on or off using the Uconnect System refer to Uconnect Settings in Understanding Your Instru ment Panel for further information Headlight Time Delay This feature provides the safety of headlight illumin...

Page 92: ...mal nighttime driving NOTE If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was purchased the Daytime Running Lights can be turned on and off using the Uconnect System refer to Uconnect Settings in Understanding Your Instru ment Panel for further information Lights On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is placed in the OFF position a chime will sound to ale...

Page 93: ...tor 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 EVIC if equipped and a continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km with either turn signal on High Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam Pull the multifunction lever t...

Page 94: ...ff automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open This includes the glove box light but not the trunk light To restore interior light operation either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch Dimmer Controls The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and...

Page 95: ...upward will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights and turn on the courtesy lights The right dimmer control adjusts the ambient light for the interior door release handles Left Dimmer Control Right Dimmer Control 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 ...

Page 96: ...eat OFF Rotate the left dimmer control to the extreme bottom OFF position The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open Parade Mode Daytime Brightness Feature Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer EVIC if equipped and radio when the park ing lights or headlights are on Interior Lights 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FE...

Page 97: ...ition and then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay interval There are five delay settings which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between cycles The delay intervals will double in duration when the vehicle speed is 10 mph 16 km h or less Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the multifunction leve...

Page 98: ... Feature When a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle is needed push the washer knob located on the end of the multifunction lever inward to the first detent and release The wipers will cycle one time and automatically shut off NOTE The mist feature does not activate the washer pump therefore no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield The wash function must be u...

Page 99: ...d during windshield washer use Headlights On With Wipers Available with Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature NOTE The Headlights On w...

Page 100: ... serious injury or death ADJUSTABLE PEDALS The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position This feature allows the brake accelerator and clutch pedal to move toward or away from the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF The adjustable pedal switch is ...

Page 101: ... pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls Pedal travel may become lim ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal s path WARNING Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving You could lose control and have an accident Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked Adjustable Pedals Switch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES ...

Page 102: ... comfort To adjust the pedal 1 Adjust the seat and steering column to a comfortable position 2 Using a 13 mm socket wrench loosen the nut on the pedal 3 Slide the pedal either forward or backward and rotate it upward or downward as desired 4 Tighten the nut being careful not to over tighten it Adjustable Foot Rest 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 103: ...kes 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 Electronic Speed Control Buttons 1 ON OFF 2 RES 4 CANCEL 3 SET 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 ...

Page 104: ...ond time The Cruise Indicator Light will turn off The system should be turned off when not in use WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Electronic ...

Page 105: ...ed then the new set speed will be established Pressing the RES button once will result in a 1 mph 1 6 km h increase in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 mph 1 6 km h To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is set 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 re...

Page 106: ... winding icy snow covered or slippery PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE The image will be displayed on the touchscreen display along with a cau tion note to check entire surroundings across the top ...

Page 107: ...era Always check carefully behind your vehicle and be sure to check for pedestrians animals other vehicles ob structions or blind spots before backing up You are responsible for the safety of your surroundings and must continue to pay attention while backing up Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death CAUTION To avoid vehicle damage ParkView should only be used as a parking aid The P...

Page 108: ... 1 Turn the Radio on 2 Press the More soft key 3 Press the Settings soft key 4 Press the Safety Driving Assistance soft key 5 Press the check box soft key next to Parkview Backup Camera to enable disable GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers motor ized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink...

Page 109: ...system Erase all channels before you begin programming To erase the channels place the ignition in the ON RUN position and press and hold the two outside HomeLink buttons I and III for up 20 seconds or until the red indicator flashes NOTE Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink for the first time Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons If you have ...

Page 110: ...N button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener It is NOT the button that is normally used to open and close the door The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer 1 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position Training The Garage Door Opener 1 Door Opener 2 Training Button 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 111: ...be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener device motor Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAIN ING button On some garage door openers devices there may be a light that blinks when the garage door opener device is in the LEARN TRAIN mode NOTE You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the LEARN button has been pressed 6 Return to the vehicle...

Page 112: ...in 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink button you wish to pro gram while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button you want to program and the hand held trans mitter button 4 Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi cator light HomeLink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink has received the frequency signal fr...

Page 113: ...ining steps Canadian Gate Operator Programming For programming transmitters in Canada United States that require the transmitter signals to time out after several seconds of transmission Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of trans mission which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similar to t...

Page 114: ...d HomeLink button and observe the indicator light If the indicator light stays on constantly program ming is complete and the garage door device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons repeat each step for each remaining button DO NOT erase the channels If you unplugged the garage door opener device for programming plug it back in at this t...

Page 115: ... channels will be erased Individual channels cannot be erased The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink 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...

Page 116: ...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 117: ...d on the center console to the right of the shifter Push down on the power outlet to access the opening Push down on it again to close This power outlet is powered when the ignition is in the ON or ACC position The second power outlet is located between the seat backs above the cup holders This power outlet is con nected directly by the battery and powered at all times 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES...

Page 118: ... to be replaced WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet Do not touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 119: ...vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the bat tery even more quickly Only use these intermit tently and with greater caution 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 generator to recharge the vehicle s battery CUPHOLDERS If Equipped There are ...

Page 120: ...ocated on the passenger side of the instrument panel Push in the button to open the glovebox NOTE The glovebox storage compartment will lock with the door locks Glove Box Storage Compartment Opened Glove Box Storage Compartment 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 121: ... is located in the center console rearward of the shift lever Cargo Net Storage If Equipped There is a cargo net storage area located between the driver and passengers seat Center Console Cubby Bin Location Cargo Net Storage Location 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ...

Page 122: ...G 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 Storage Bin Location 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 123: ...urn on the rear window defroster An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after ap proximately 10 minutes For an additional five minutes of operation press the button a second time NOTE To prevent excessive battery drain use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating Door Panel Storage 3 UNDER...

Page 124: ...the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Keep all objects a safe distance from the window 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 125: ...icle Information Center EVIC Displays 140 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Messages 142 EVIC Amber Telltales 143 EVIC Red Telltales 144 EVIC Green Telltales 146 EVIC Selectable Menu Items 146 Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items 152 䡵 Uconnect ACCESS SETTINGS 153 Hard Keys 153 Soft Keys 153 Customer Programmable Features Uconnect Access System Settings 153 䡵 Uconnect RADIOS IF EQUIPPED 1...

Page 126: ...RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES 165 䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS 165 Automatic Temperature Control ATC 165 Summer Operation 170 Winter Operation 171 Vacation Storage 171 Window Fogging and Frosting 171 Outside Air Intake 171 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 172 124 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 127: ...Speaker 7 Glove Compartment 12 Dimmer Controls 3 Instrument Cluster 8 Uconnect System 13 Headlight Switch 4 Keyless Enter N Go Start Stop Button 9 Uconnect System Hard Controls 5 Glove Compartment Lock 10 Switch Bank Screen Off Hazard Switch Back Button 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125 ...

Page 128: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 129: ...t belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb check or when driving if the driver s seat belt remains unbuckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information 4 Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is oper...

Page 130: ...ill illuminate in gray under normal conditions yellow for non critical warning red for critical warnings and white for on demand information Selectable Information Compass Temp Range to Empty Trip A Trip B Average MPG Menu Titles Odometer Menu Set Selectable Icons Shift Lever Status PRNDL Reconfigurable Telltales Audio Phone Information Sub menu Current Position Whenever there are sub menus availa...

Page 131: ...on 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 WARNING Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous Part of the brake system may have failed It will take longer...

Page 132: ... off the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood 10 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 th...

Page 133: ...intenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale Wh...

Page 134: ...d diagnostic system called OBD that monitors engine control systems The light will illumi nate when the ignition is in the ON RUN position before engine start If the bulb does not come on when cycling the ignition from OFF to ON RUN have the condition checked promptly Certain conditions such as poor fuel quality etc may illuminate the MIL after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the li...

Page 135: ...trol is ON For further information refer to Electronic Speed Control in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET For further information refer to Electronic Speed Control in Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle 15 Cruise Speed Set Value Speed value shown when set 16 EVIC Amber Telltale ...

Page 136: ...y pull over and stop the vehicle If the A C system is on turn it off Also shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve hicle If the temperature reading does not return to normal turn the engine off immediately and call for service Refer to If Your Engine Overheats in What To Do In Emergencies for more information Charging System This telltale shows the status of the electrical charging syst...

Page 137: ...hen the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the NEUTRAL position and the parking brake applied The telltale should turn off If the telltale remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable However see an autho rized dealer for service as soon as possible If the telltale is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required You may...

Page 138: ...e 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 autho rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected NOTE The ESC Off Indicator Light and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition is cycled to ON RU...

Page 139: ...ice is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti Lock brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition is cycled to the ON RUN position have the light inspected by an authorized dealer 21 Park Headlight ...

Page 140: ...This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel The EVIC consists of the following Digital Speedometer SRT Performance Info Vehicle Info Fuel Economy Info Trip A Trip B Radio Info Stored Messages Screen Setup Diagnostic Codes Vehicle Hibernation Settings 138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 141: ... Up DOWN Arrow Button Press and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu and sub menus Fuel Economy Trip A Trip B Audio Stored Messages Screen Set Up RIGHT Arrow Button Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to access select the information screens or sub menu screens of a main menu item Press and hold the RIGHT arrow button for two seconds to reset displayed select...

Page 142: ...urn to the main menu from an info screen or sub menu item Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the cluster and consists of the following sections 140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 143: ...play the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main menu The main display area also displays pop up messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn ing or information messages These pop up messages fall into several categories Five Second Stored Messages When the appropriate conditions occur this type of message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and th...

Page 144: ...ive seconds and then returns to the previous screen An example of this message type is Automatic High Beams On Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Messages Front Seatbelts Unbuckled Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled Key Fob Battery Low Service Airbag System ESC Status Oil Pressure Low Fuel Low Service Antilock Brake System Service Electronic Throttle Control Cruise Off ...

Page 145: ... Service Airbag Warning Light Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled Front Seatbelts Unbuckled Door Open Doors Open Engage Park Brake to Prevent Rolling EVIC Amber Telltales This area will show amber caution telltales These tell tales include Low Fuel Telltale When the fuel level reaches approximately 3 0 gal 11 0 L this light will turn on and remain on until fuel is added 4 UNDERS...

Page 146: ...g stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not show how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg ing system If the light stays on or com...

Page 147: ...e light is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required You may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi tion As temperatures rise and the gauge ap proaches H this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching...

Page 148: ... the desired Selectable Menu icon is highlighted in the EVIC Tachometer Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Tachometer icon is highlighted in the EVIC Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to change the display between full tachometer or with digital speedometer MPH km h Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the MPH km h icon is highlighted in the EVIC Press an...

Page 149: ...ues in each corner of the ICON If one or more tires have low pressure The tire pressure values in each corner of the ICON with the pressure value of the low tire displayed in a different color than the other tire pressure value If the Tire Pressure system requires service Service Tire Pressure System is displayed Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be reset Press and release the LE...

Page 150: ... Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Intake Air Temp is highlighted in the EVIC Press and release the RIGHT arrow button and the intake air temperature will be displayed Current Torque Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Current Torque is highlighted in the EVIC Press and release the RIGHT arrow button and the current torque will be displayed Current Power Press and...

Page 151: ...OWN arrow button until the last 1 8 Mile Top Speed Duration information is displayed Current G Forces Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Current G Forces are displayed Peak G Forces Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Peak G Forces are displayed 0 60 MPH Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the last 0 60 MPH information is displayed Fuel Econ...

Page 152: ...owing Distance Average Fuel Economy Average Speed Elapsed Time Hold the SELECT RIGHT arrow button to reset all the information Trip B Press and release the Left or Right arrow but ton until the Trip B icon is highlighted in the EVIC Toggle left or right to select Trip A or Trip B The Trip B information will display the following Distance Average Fuel Economy Average Speed Elapsed Time Hold the SEL...

Page 153: ...w you to see what the stored messages are Diagnostic Codes Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Diagnostic Code icon is high lighted in the EVIC Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to display any present diagnostic trouble codes along with a brief definition Vehicle Hibernation Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Hibernation icon is highlighted in the EV...

Page 154: ...ime Range To Empty RTE Average MPG Current MPG Trip A Trip B Coolant Temp Oil Temp Battery Voltage Upper Right None Compass default setting Outside Temp Time Range To Empty RTE Average MPG Current MPG Trip A Trip B Coolant Temp Oil Temp Battery Voltage 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 155: ...ol knob to scroll through menus and change settings i e 30 60 90 press the center of the control knob one or more times to select or change a setting i e ON OFF Soft Keys Soft Keys are accessible on the Uconnect Access dis play Customer Programmable Features Uconnect Access System Settings Press the Apps soft key then press the Settings soft key to display the menu setting screen In this mode the ...

Page 156: ...e status touch and release the Day Night or Auto soft key Then touch the arrow back soft key Display Brightness With Headlights ON When in this display you may select the brightness with the headlights on Adjust the brightness with the and setting soft keys or by selecting any point on the scale between the and soft keys Then touch the arrow back soft key Display Brightness With Headlights OFF Whe...

Page 157: ... setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Touchscreen Beep When in this display you may turn on or shut off the sound heard when a touch screen button soft key is pressed Touch the Touchscreen Beep soft key until a check mark appears next to the setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return ...

Page 158: ...urs up or down Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu or touch the X soft key to close out of the settings screen Set Time Minutes When in this display you may adjust the minutes The Sync with GPS Time soft key must be unchecked To make your selection touch the or soft keys to adjust the minutes up or down Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu or touch ...

Page 159: ...g showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Lights After pressing the Lights soft key the following settings will be available Headlight Illumination On Approach When this feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for 0 30 60 or 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter To chan...

Page 160: ...th or without the sound horn on lock feature selected To make your selection touch the Flash Head lights with Lock soft key until a check mark appears next to setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Doors Locks After pressing the Doors Locks soft key the following settings will be available Auto Unlock On Exit When this feature is...

Page 161: ...ess Entry RKE transmitter UNLOCK button When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks is selected you must press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passenger s doors When Unlock All Doors On 1st Press is selected all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button NOTE If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks all doors will unlock no matter ...

Page 162: ...ay When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0 30 60 or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle To change the Headlight Off Delay status touch the or soft key to select your desired time interval Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Compass Settings If Equipped After pressing the Compass Settings soft key the follow ing settings wi...

Page 163: ...reset the compass When the vehicle is new the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display CAL until the compass is calibrated You may also calibrate the compass by pressing the ON soft key and completing one or more 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off The compass will now function normally Audio Afte...

Page 164: ...nd mode To make your selection touch the Surround Sound soft key select On or Off followed by pressing the arrow back soft key Phone Bluetooth After pressing the Phone Bluetooth soft key the follow ing settings will be available Paired Devices This feature shows which phones are paired to the Phone Bluetooth system For further information refer to the Uconnect Access User s Manual SiriusXM Setup A...

Page 165: ...he Sub scription Information screen Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver To reactivate your service either call the number listed on the screen or visit the provider online NOTE SiriusXM Travel Link is a separate subscription and is available for U S residents only Uconnect RADIOS IF EQUIPPED For detailed information about your Uconnect radio refer to your Uconnect Supplement Manual ...

Page 166: ...ll decrease the volume The button located in the center of the right hand control will switch modes to Radio or other valid audio source 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 the t...

Page 167: ... 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 The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the temperature amount and direction of air circulating throughout the vehicle The controls are located on the instrument panel below the radio Automatic Temperature Control A...

Page 168: ...nd the A C indicator will turn off 2 Recirculation Button Press and release to change the current setting the indicator illuminates when ON 3 AUTO Temperature Control Controls airflow temperature distribution volume and the amount of air recirculation automatically Press and release to select Refer to Automatic Operation for more information Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch be...

Page 169: ...s if equipped An indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 10 minutes CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements Use care when washing the inside of the rear window Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution ...

Page 170: ...d below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets Bi Level Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets NOTE BI LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets Floor Mod...

Page 171: ...he blower setting Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar area between the icons 8 Climate Control OFF Button Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control ON OFF 9 Temperature Control Down Button Push the button for cooler temperature settings 10 Temperature Control Up Button Push the button for warmer temperature settings Automatic Operation 1 Press the AUTO hard key o...

Page 172: ... and transition into Auto mode Recirculation Control When outside air contains smoke odors or high humid ity or if rapid cooling is desired you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the RECIRCULATION control button Recirculation mode should only be used temporarily The recirculation LED will illuminate on the blower control knob when this button is selected Push the button a second time...

Page 173: ... system at idle for about five minutes in fresh air with the blower setting in high This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again Window Fogging and Frosting Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside of the glass in mild rainy and or humid weather Windows may frost on the inside of the glass in very cold weather To cl...

Page 174: ...Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 175: ...0 Recommended Shift Speeds 182 Skip Shift Indicator Light 182 䡵 STREET RACE MODE IF EQUIPPED 183 䡵 LAUNCH MODE IF EQUIPPED 184 䡵 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES 186 Acceleration 186 Traction 186 䡵 DRIVING THROUGH WATER 187 Flowing Rising Water 187 Shallow Standing Water 187 䡵 POWER STEERING 189 Power Steering Fluid Check 190 䡵 PARKING BRAKE 191 䡵 BRAKE SYSTEM 193 5 ...

Page 176: ...ation Number TIN 206 Tire Terminology And Definitions 207 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 209 䡵 TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION 214 Tire Pressure 214 Tire Inflation Pressures 215 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 217 Radial Ply Tires 217 Tire Spinning 217 Tread Wear Indicators 218 Life Of Tire 219 Replacement Tires 219 Tire Storage 221 TIRE CHAINS TRACTION DEVICES 221 䡵 SNOW TIRES 221 䡵 TIRE ROTATI...

Page 177: ...n Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 226 MMT In Gasoline 227 Materials Added To Fuel 227 Fuel System Cautions 227 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 228 䡵 ADDING FUEL 229 Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release 230 䡵 TRAILER TOWING 230 䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC 231 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground 231 䡵 GROUND CLEARANCE 232 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 17...

Page 178: ...cation accessible to children and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other con trols or move the vehicle CAUTION Long periods of engine idling especially at high engine speeds can cause excessive exhaust tempera tures which can damage your vehicle Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running Normal S...

Page 179: ...slightly press the accelerator pedal while continuing to crank If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds wait five seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure To Start The Engine 1 Fully apply the parking brake 2 Press the clutch pedal to the floor NOTE The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor 3 Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL 4 Press the red ENGINE STA...

Page 180: ... started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a discharged battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly so follow this procedure care fully Refer to Jump Starting in What To Do In Emergencies for further information If the engine is flooded it may start ...

Page 181: ... during each shift As you release the clutch pedal lightly press the accelerator pedal CAUTION Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch Failure to press the clutch pedal fully to the floor may cause increased shift efforts and may result in damage to the clutch ...

Page 182: ...n you are shifting Be careful when shifting from first 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 You will find it easier to use ...

Page 183: ...icant is warm This is normal and not harmful to the transmis sion Due to the high performance nature of your drivetrain a certain amount of noise from the transmission is normal This noise can be most noticeable when the vehicle is idling in NEUTRAL with the clutch engaged clutch pedal released but it may also be heard when driving The noise may also be more noticeable when the transmission is war...

Page 184: ...y from first gear into fourth gear instead of from first gear into second gear This is to help you get the best possible fuel economy from your vehicle This occurs when engine coolant is higher than 107 F 42 C and vehicle speed is greater than 16 mph 26 km h but less than 18 mph 29 km h and engine speed is less than 1 650 RPM and the transmission is in first gear and the accelerator is at 20 throt...

Page 185: ...allows for a street suspen sion damping setting or a firmer race suspension damp ing setting When in street mode the system automati cally shifts the suspension dampers to the firmer Race damping setting during some hard acceleration and braking situations The system also reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including acceleration and braking There are two modes of operation NOTE...

Page 186: ...ess the RACE button on the Instrument Panel This mode is for track use only and will supply maximum grip to the tires NOTE The RACE setting will provide a firmer ride When RACE mode is enabled a Shock symbol with RACE next to it will light up in the instrument cluster LAUNCH MODE IF EQUIPPED This system maximizes acceleration traction for straight line racing 1 Bring vehicle to complete stop on a ...

Page 187: ...he clutch Pressing the launch control button when launch control is active will deactivate launch control also shifting the vehicle into second gear will disable the system NOTE Launch Mode brings the engine to optimum launch RPM and waits for the driver to release the clutch Launch Mode then uses engine throttle only to achieve controlled wheelslip for maximum acceleration through first gear Laun...

Page 188: ...use partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precautions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy 2 Slow down if road has standing water or puddles CAUTION Driving your vehicle through deep puddles at speeds over 5 mph 8 km h may cause water to be ingested into the engine This can cause severe engine ...

Page 189: ...t in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so CAUTION Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire r...

Page 190: ...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 stopping distances Therefore after driving through stan...

Page 191: ...red normal and do not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steer ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal and it does not in any way damage the steering system WARNING Continued operation with reduced power steering a...

Page 192: ...cals can damage your power steering components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only manufacturer s recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated...

Page 193: ...ution when parking the vehicle turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade To apply the parking brake grasp the handle and pull it rearward until you feel resistance To release the parking brake grasp the handle and pull it slightly while pressing the button on the end of the handle When the button drops into the handle releasing the lock gui...

Page 194: ...uthorized dealer WARNING Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be injured seriously or fatally Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power...

Page 195: ...o brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating Brake Pad Break In NOTE Your vehicle is equipped with a high perfor mance braking system The brake pads are a semi metallic compound which offer superior fade resistance for consistent operation A compromise to using this type of brake pad is that the brakes may squeal slightly under certain weather and ope...

Page 196: ...repeated heavy braking by down shifting the transmission whenever possible Continued WARNING Continued Do not drive too fast for road conditions especially when roads are wet or slushy A wedge of water can build up between the tire tread and the road This hydroplaning action can cause loss of traction braking ability and control After going through deep water or a car wash brakes may become wet re...

Page 197: ...g that the ABS is functioning The ABS conducts a low speed self test at about 12 mph 20 km h If you have your foot lightly on the brake while this test is occurring you may feel slight pedal movement The movement can be more apparent on ice and snow This is normal The ABS pump motor runs during the self test at 12 mph 20 km h and during an ABS stop The pump motor makes a low humming noise during o...

Page 198: ...Anti Lock Brake System ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The Anti Lock Brake System ABS cannot prevent collisions including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hyd...

Page 199: ...rative In this case the system reverts to standard non anti lock brakes If this occurs safely bring the vehicle to a complete stop as soon as possible and cycle the ignition to attempt to reset the ABS If the light remains on see your authorized dealer immediately to have the system serviced Also if the BRAKE Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light are on and the parking brake is fully released se...

Page 200: ...bilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others Traction Control System TCS This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each driven wheel If wheel spin is detected brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stabi...

Page 201: ...The Electronic Stability Control ESC cannot pre vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by Continued WARNING Continued prevailing road conditions ESC cannot prevent all accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydroplaning ESC also cannot prevent accidents resulting from loss...

Page 202: ...ragraphs Full Off This mode is intended for off highway or off road use only and should not be used on any public roadways In this mode all TCS and ESC stability features are turned OFF To enter the Full Off mode press and hold the ESC Off switch for five seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine running After five seconds a chime will sound the ESC Activation Malfunction In dicator Lig...

Page 203: ...reduced traction control and reduced stability control To enter the Sport Mode mode press the ESC switch once located on the steering wheel The ESC Sport Light will illuminate and the ESC SPORT message will display in the vehicle odometer Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Track Mode Track Mode has no traction control ...

Page 204: ...emergency evasive maneuver the ESC system will not engage to assist in maintaining stability ⴖESC Offⴖ mode is intended for off highway or off road use only 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 202 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 205: ... Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo rary emergency use only Temporary high pressure compact spare tires have the letter T or S molded into...

Page 206: ...ire based on U S design standards T or S Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R means radial construction D means diagonal or bias construction 15 Rim diameter in inches in 204 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 207: ...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 maxim...

Page 208: ...outboard side then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire EXAMPLE DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT Department of Transportation This 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 us...

Page 209: ...k of 1981 or 1991 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B Pillar The vehicle B Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after sitting for a three hour period Inflation press...

Page 210: ...is molded into the sidewall Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placard A paper label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehicle s loading capacity the original equipment tire sizes and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures 208 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 211: ...ure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar or the rear edge of the driver s side door Tire Placard Location 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 209 ...

Page 212: ...ity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the Vehicle Loading section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWRs for the front and rear axles must not be exceede...

Page 213: ...ct the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if XXX amount equals 1 400 lbs 635 kg and there will be five 150 lb 68 kg passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 295 kg since 5 x 150 750 and 1400 750 650 lbs 295 kg 5 Det...

Page 214: ... with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 392 kg 212 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

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Page 216: ...ected 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 ve hicle handl...

Page 217: ...ncomfortable ride Both under inflation and over inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict able steering response Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation p...

Page 218: ...d 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 219: ...tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious collision Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause a collision Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four Never combine the...

Page 220: ...than 30 seconds continu ously when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 in 2 mm When th...

Page 221: ...ision resulting in serious injury or death Keep dismounted tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Protect tires from contact with oil grease and gasoline Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends t...

Page 222: ...ety handling and ride of your vehicle 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 changes to steering handling and braking of your vehicle This can cause unpredict able handling and stress to steering and suspen sion componen...

Page 223: ...long term tire storage for this vehicle should be requested of the Pirelli Tire Corporation 1 800 747 3554 TIRE CHAINS TRACTION DEVICES Due to limited clearance tire chains or traction devices are not recommended CAUTION Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are used SNOW TIRES There are no snow tires that are compatible with the wheels on this vehicle TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires...

Page 224: ...rect for anything caus ing rapid or unusual wear prior to performing the tire rotation NOTE Each wheel on your vehicle contains a tire pres sure sensor The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS learns the location of each sensor though system pro gramming Although not required the manufacturer recommends reprogramming the TPMS after rotating the tires so that the system can relearn each sensor s locat...

Page 225: ...ngs The TPM Telltale Light will illuminate in the instru ment cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires In addition the EVIC will display a LOW TIRE message and a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure values flashing or changing color Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible and inflate t...

Page 226: ...gnal interference due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors 2 Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains materials that may block radio wave signals 3 Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings 4 Using tire chains on the vehicle 5 Using wheels tires not equipped with TPM sensors The EVIC will also di...

Page 227: ... manufacturers around the world have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica tions the World Wide Fuel Charter WWFC which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions engine performance and durability for your vehicle The manufacturer recommends the use of gaso lines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country ...

Page 228: ...aining Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10 Ethanol are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be covered under warranty E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles Non FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain ing 10 ethanol E10 Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle s warranty If a Non FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E 85 fuel the engine will ...

Page 229: ...tent of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump therefore you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline Materials Added To Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal co...

Page 230: ... or additives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with the emissions control system can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odor...

Page 231: ...filler door 3 There is no fuel filler cap A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system 4 Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel ing NOTE Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open 5 Fill the vehicle with fuel when the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full 6 Remove the fuel n...

Page 232: ...e may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release If you are unable to open the fuel filler door use the fuel filler door emergency release 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the access cover located on the right side inner trim panel 3 Pull the release cable...

Page 233: ... Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED Rear NOT RECOMMENDED On Trailer All OK NOTE If the vehicle requires towing make sure all four wheels are off the ground CAUTION Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require ments can cause severe transmission damage Dam age from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 231 ...

Page 234: ...ront and rear fascias and side sills can occur if you disregard the low ground clearance in these areas of your vehicle Pay close attention when parking to avoid running into parking curbs Exer cise caution when entering or exiting steep drive ways or when pulling off the road onto soft shoul ders 232 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 235: ...䡵 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS 234 䡵 TIREFIT KIT 235 TIREFIT Storage 236 TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 236 TIREFIT Usage Precautions 238 Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT 240 䡵 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES 245 䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE 249 䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 250 6 ...

Page 236: ...ed and it is creating a safety hazard for other motorists When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance the Hazard Warning flasher will continue to operate even though the ignition is placed in the OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by...

Page 237: ...ers 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 Small punctures up to 6 mm in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT Foreign objects e g screws ...

Page 238: ...rage The TIREFIT kit is located in left side of the trunk TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 1 Sealant Bottle 2 Deflation Button 3 Pressure Gauge TIREFIT Location TIREFIT Components 236 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 239: ...ump Hose 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 Bu...

Page 240: ... Once 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...

Page 241: ...el Continued WARNING Continued 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 in the place provided Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Take care not to allow the contents...

Page 242: ...Hoses 6 and 7 to reach the valve stem and keep the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground This will provide the best positioning of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the air pump Move the vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in this position before proceeding 3 Place the transmission in Gear and place the ignition in the OFF position 4 Set the parking brake B Se...

Page 243: ...hrough the puncture in the tire If the sealant white fluid does not flow within 0 10 seconds through the Sealant Hose 6 1 Press the Power Button 4 to turn Off the TIREFIT kit Disconnect the Sealant Hose 6 from the valve stem Make sure the valve stem is free of debris Reconnect the Sealant Hose 6 to the valve stem Check that the Mode Select Knob 5 is in the Sealant Mode position and not Air Mode Pr...

Page 244: ...n the driver side latch pillar recommended pressure Check the tire pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge 3 If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi 1 8 Bar pressure within 15 minutes The tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further Call for assistance NOTE If the tire becomes over inflated press the Defla tion Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recom mend...

Page 245: ...10 minutes to ensure distribution of the TIREFIT Sealant within the tire Do not exceed 55 mph 88 km h WARNING TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using TIREFIT Do not exceed 55 mph 88 km h until the tire is repaired or replaced Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and ot...

Page 246: ... inflated press the Defla tion Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recom mended inflation pressure before continuing 2 Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 Volt outlet 3 Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the vehicle 4 Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an authorized...

Page 247: ...ealant Hose 6 aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing Press the bottle into the housing An audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked into place 6 Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 6 and return the hose to its storage area located on the bottom of the air pump 7 Return the TIREFIT kit to its storage location in the vehicle...

Page 248: ...bles may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly so follow this procedure carefully Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact You could be seriously injured NOTE The battery is located underneath an access panel inside the rear compartment on the l...

Page 249: ... one another 3 Set the parking brake place the transmission in NEU TRAL and turn the ignition OFF on both vehicles 4 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal loads 5 Remove the plastic fuse cover to gain access to the remote jump start positive post in the engine compartment Refer to the following illustration for remote jump starting connections 1 Positive Battery Post 2 Negative...

Page 250: ...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 10 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 251: ...operation the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade 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 using a rocking motion Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels Then shift back and forth between 2nd gear and REVERSE while gently pressin...

Page 252: ...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 matter what the speed TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Do not tow with sling type equipment Only use flatbed equipment Always comply with applicable state or local towing ordinances CAUTION T...

Page 253: ...PLACEMENT PARTS 256 䡵 DEALER SERVICE 256 䡵 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 257 Engine Oil 257 Engine Oil Filter 259 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 259 Maintenance Free Battery 260 Hibernation Mode 262 Air Conditioner Maintenance 263 Body Lubrication 264 Wiper Blades 265 Adding Washer Fluid 266 Exhaust System 266 Cooling System 269 Brake System 274 Manual Transmission 277 7 ...

Page 254: ...EHICLE STORAGE 290 䡵 REPLACEMENT BULBS 292 䡵 BULB REPLACEMENT 293 Front Headlamp Front Park Turn Signal Lamp 293 Front Rear Side Marker Lamp 293 Taillamp Tail Stop Lamp 294 Rear Turn Signal Lamp 294 Backup Lamps 294 䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES 295 䡵 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 296 Engine 296 Chassis 297 252 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 255: ... 6 Brake Clutch Fluid Reservoir 2 Coolant Pressure Cap 7 Engine Oil Fill 3 Engine Oil Dipstick 8 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 Power Distribution Center 9 Air Cleaner Filter 5 Remote Jump Start Positive Battery Post 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 253 ...

Page 256: ...n in making repairs Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any state emissions tests can be performed If the light is flashi...

Page 257: ... engine you will have to start this test over 3 As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON position you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check 4 Approximately 15 seconds later one of two things will happen The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine This means that your vehicle...

Page 258: ...by the use of non MOPAR parts for mainte nance and repairs will not be covered by the manufac turer s warranty DEALER SERVICE Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person nel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these Service Manuals before atte...

Page 259: ...ized dealer or qualified repair center Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter vals Do not use chemical flushes in these compo nents as the chemicals can damage your engine transmission power steering or air conditioning Such damage is not covered by the New Ve...

Page 260: ...der no circumstances should oil change inter vals exceed 6 000 miles 10 000 km or six months whichever occurs first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 10725 The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthet...

Page 261: ...oil and oil filters indiscriminately 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 ...

Page 262: ... used to assure most efficient service MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom mended CAUTION Some aftermarket air cleaners and filters can cause mass air flow sensor issues which can lead to a driveability problem or a limp home condition Maintenance Free Battery The top of the maintenance free battery is vented and must be replaced with a vented battery The batte...

Page 263: ... flush the area imme diately with large amounts of water Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Battery Locatio...

Page 264: ...he charger to the battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage Hibernation Mode The Hibernation mode feature conserves battery power when storing the vehicle It allows for up to three months of storage time without losing radio and engine control ler memory Using this feature is an alternative to discon necting the battery NOTE This vehicle is designed to sit in storage with a ful...

Page 265: ...ion Mode 1 Press the RKE UNLOCK button to unlock the vehicle 2 Press the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 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 check...

Page 266: ...Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro carbon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment NOTE Use only manufacturer approved A C system sealers stop leak products seal conditioners ...

Page 267: ...leaner This will remove accumulations of salt waxes or road film and help reduce streaking and smearing Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield or rear window Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield or rear window Make ...

Page 268: ...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 vehicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex haust system and ad...

Page 269: ...ystem can con tact 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 control device and may seriously reduce engine perfor mance 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 th...

Page 270: ...ormal 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 271: ...he onset of freezing weather where applicable If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant anti freeze Check the front of the A C condenser 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 radiator Check...

Page 272: ...ants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information CAUTION Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than specified Organic Additive Technology OAT en gine coolant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection Organic Additive Technology OAT engine cool ant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology HOAT en gi...

Page 273: ...0 000 km before replacement To prevent reduc ing this extended maintenance period it is important that you use the same engine coolant OAT coolant conform ing to MS 12106 throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology OAT engine coolant antifreeze that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan dard MS 12106 When adding engine co...

Page 274: ...em Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant antifreeze and to insure that engine coolant antifreeze will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery bottle The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safet...

Page 275: ...ttle The radiator normally remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for engine coolant antifreeze freeze point or replacing cool ant Advise your service attendant of this As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month When additional engine coolant antifreeze is needed to maintain the pr...

Page 276: ... conforming to MS 12106 and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation I...

Page 277: ...op of the master cylinder area before removing the cap If necessary add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reser voir Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking in the system With disc brakes fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed...

Page 278: ...moisture use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro longed braking resulting in sudden brake failure This could result in a accident Overfilling the b...

Page 279: ... information See your authorized dealer for service Manual Transmission Transmission Fluid Level Check Check the fluid in the transmission when performing other underbody services Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug located on the left side of the transmission The fluid level should be approximately 1 4 in 6 4 mm below the bottom of the fill hole Add fluid if necessary to maintain the ...

Page 280: ... leakage or wear use only the manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Flu ids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Rear Axle Axle Lubricant Level Check Check the exterior of the axle for evidence of gear oil leakage every 12 months or 6 000 miles 10 000 km This check should be made with the vehicle level and on the ground or raised on an axle and...

Page 281: ...hat are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle Outside parking which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami nants road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi tions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and underbody protection The following maintenance recommendatio...

Page 282: ...an result in damage or removal of paint and decals Wheel And Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dust use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner CAUTION Do not use scouring pads steel wool a bristle brush or metal polishes Do not use oven cleaner T...

Page 283: ...r upholstery Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm Leather or Vinyl Seat Trim Care and Cleaning Leather is best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as ...

Page 284: ...s 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 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 cloth Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean...

Page 285: ...r The front splitter will not flex or compress against impacts from the front If an impact does occur have the splitter inspected A cracked or delaminated splitter should be replaced Always leave ample room and be sure to educate anyone you allow to operate the vehicle Front Splitter 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 283 ...

Page 286: ...improve your clearance CAUTION Hard contact with steep ramps may cause damage to your splitter Replace rub strips when they are worn down to 3 8 inch 10 mm on the front edge This will avoid damage to the carbon fiber panel FUSES Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle This center contains fuses and relays Powe...

Page 287: ...ter 7 40 Amp Green CBC Ext Lighting 1 8 40 Amp Green CBC Ext Lighting 2 9 30 Amp Pink CBC Int Lighting washer 10 30 Amp Pink CBC Power Lock 11 Jumper Black B Jumper 12 25 Amp Natural ABS ESP Valve Feed 13 20 Amp Yellow Horn 14 10 Amp Red A C Clutch 15 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Mirror Fuel Door Stop Switch 16 15 Amp Blue KIN RF Hub 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 285 ...

Page 288: ...r Door Mod 19 30 Amp Pink Passenger Door Mod 20 30 Amp Pink EBL 21 20 Amp Blue Wiper 22 B Jumper 23 Jumper Black B Jumper 24 25 Amp Natural PCM Powertrain Control Module 25 25 Amp Natural Fuel Pump 26 20 Amp Yellow ASD 1 27 20 Amp Yellow ASD 2 28 Spare 29 40 Amp Green HVAC Blower 286 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 289: ...2 Jumper Black B Jumper 33 20 Amp Yellow Spare 34 B Jumper 35 Jumper Black Spare 36 10 Amp Red ORC Mod Run 37 15 Amp Blue Cluster Mirror Camera 38 20 Amp Yellow Active Damping Suspension 39 10 Amp Red HVAC Module In Car Temp 40 15 Amp Blue Radio 41 G8VA Run Start 42 G8VA Fuel Door 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 287 ...

Page 290: ... Rearward Fuse 10 Amp Red Corax 44BE Rearward Fuse 10 Amp Red IBS 45 10 Amp Red PCM Powertrain Control Module 46 10 Amp Red ESP Module 47 10 Amp Red ORC Module 48 10 Amp Red SCCM 49 25 Amp Natural Amplifier 50 HC Micro Rad Fan 51 HC Micro Rad Fan Relay SER PAR 288 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 291: ...4 HC Relay Rad Fan Relay High 55 HC Micro Wiper ON OFF 56 HC Micro Wiper LO HI 57 G8VA Horn Relay 58 G8VA A C Clutch Relay 59 HC Micro HVAC Blower 60 HC Micro Fuel Pump 61 G8VA Run Relay 1 62 G8VA Run Relay 2 63 HC Micro ASD 1 64 HC Micro ASD 2 65 G8VA Run Accy 1 Pop Up 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 289 ...

Page 292: ...problem in the circuit that must be corrected VEHICLE STORAGE We recommend that you follow these guidelines for storing your vehicle for extended periods Fill the fuel tank This will prevent water condensation inside the tank If you plan to store your vehicle more than two months add an anti oxidant fuel stabilizer to the fuel tank Change the oil to remove any corrosive combustion related acids in...

Page 293: ...sult in further drain on the vehicle s battery If the vehicle is not going to be driven in the next three weeks perform the battery recharge procedure in the Service Manual Then either disconnect the battery at the negative terminal or use the Battery Save Feature to conserve battery power Refer to Maintenance Procedures Battery Save Feature in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information NOTE...

Page 294: ... RKE trans mitter is operating and that the battery is good 3 Make sure that the HOOD LIFTGATE and DOOR switches are in adjustment Perform the quick system check which follows Use the remote transmitter to set the alarm If the alarm SET light comes on and flashes the system is operating properly If not there is a problem with a switch or the system See your authorized dealer for service Cover the ...

Page 295: ...Serviced at Authorized Dealer Tail Stop Turn Signal Lamp LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer Bulb Number Rear Marker Lamp 194 Backup Lamp 3157 License Lamp LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer BULB REPLACEMENT Front Headlamp Front Park Turn Signal Lamp For bulb replacement see your authorized dealer Front Rear Side Marker Lamp 1 Remove the front rear side marker Use a fiber stick or similar tool to gen...

Page 296: ...acement see your authorized dealer Rear Turn Signal Lamp For bulb replacement see your authorized dealer Backup Lamps 1 Reach behind the rear bumper and press the release tabs on the backup lamp housing 2 Separate the backup lamp housing from the rear bumper fascia 3 Disconnect the electrical harness connector 4 Turn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise and then pull it out of the backup ...

Page 297: ...use MOPAR ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid 3 4 Quarts 3 2 Liters Rear Axle We recommend you use Castrol SAF XJ SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant 1 5 Quarts 1 4 Liters Cooling System 8 4 Liter Engine We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile For mula or equivalent 16 Quarts 15 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 7 MAIN...

Page 298: ...Formula OAT Organic Additive Technology Engine Oil We recommend you use a full synthetic 0W 40 or equivalent engine oil Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filters Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs see your authorized dealer Fuel Selection We recommend you use Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only or Higher 296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 299: ...le We recommend you use Castrol SAF XJ SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant Brake Clutch Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR Brake and Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor Vehicle Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR or ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 297 ...

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Page 301: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 300 Required Maintenance Intervals 301 8 ...

Page 302: ...e in tervals exceed 6 000 miles 10 000 km or six months whichever comes first CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle At Each Stop For Fuel Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading Add oil o...

Page 303: ...inspect the 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 Inspect the brake hoses Inspect the suspension components Lubricate door hinges and check springs Check the engine coolant level hoses and clamps Check power steering fluid level Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the foll...

Page 304: ...tate tires Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the exhaust system Perform the first inspection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if ne...

Page 305: ... Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Read...

Page 306: ...60 000 km or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Change the rear axle fluid Change the manual transmission fluid Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play r...

Page 307: ...ngine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary Odometer Reading Date Repa...

Page 308: ...tires Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play repla...

Page 309: ...e oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Change the rear axle fluid Inspect the exhaust system Change the manual transmission fluid Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date...

Page 310: ...le Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dea...

Page 311: ...r 96 000 Miles 160 000 km or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Replace the spark plugs Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end pla...

Page 312: ... Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Change the rear axle fluid Change the manual transmission fluid Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Or...

Page 313: ... 000 km or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 311 ...

Page 314: ...0 km whichever comes first Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date ...

Page 315: ... Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the manual transmission fluid add as necessary Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date R...

Page 316: ...gine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the brake linings and replace if necessary Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the front suspension and tie rod ends for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the manual transmission fluid Change the rear axle fluid Odometer Reading D...

Page 317: ...res Replace the engine air cleaner filter Flush and replace the engine coolant at 150 000 miles 250 000 km or 120 months whichever comes first Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 315 ...

Page 318: ...cle Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve hicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 316 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 319: ...IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE 319 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 320 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 320 In Mexico contact 320 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 321 Service Contract 321 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION 322 䡵 MOPAR PARTS 322 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 322 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 322 In Canada 323 䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 323 9 ...

Page 320: ...䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 325 Treadwear 325 Traction Grades 325 Temperature Grades 326 318 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 321: ...e end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealer you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally interested in your satisfaction We wa...

Page 322: ...rer s customer cen ter should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealer name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 855 SRT TEAM Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone 800...

Page 323: ...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 324: ... wear 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 PARTS MOPAR fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized deale...

Page 325: ...a 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 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may ...

Page 326: ...led vehicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshoot ing 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 specialists to ac quaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC v...

Page 327: ...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 328: ...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 330: ...efrigerant 263 Air Conditioning System 263 Air Pressure Tires 215 Alarm Light 130 Alarm System Security Alarm 18 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna 164 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 270 Capacities 295 Disposal 273 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 195 Anti Lock Warning Light 137 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Alarm 18 Appearance Care 279 Auto Down Power Windows 29 Automatic Door Locks 27 Automatic ...

Page 331: ...ecommendations New Vehicle 67 Brightness Interior Lights 92 Bulb Replacement 293 Bulbs Light 71 Camera Rear 104 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 295 Capacities Fluid 295 Caps Filler Oil Engine 258 Power Steering 190 Radiator Coolant Pressure 272 Carbon Monoxide Warning 68 Car Washes 279 Cellular Phone 165 Chains Tire 221 Chart Tire Sizing 204 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 132 ...

Page 332: ...ember 273 Pressure Cap 272 Radiator Cap 272 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 270 Corrosion Protection 279 Cruise Light 133 Cupholders 117 Customer Assistance 319 Data Recorder Event 59 Daytime Brightness Interior Lights 94 Daytime Running Lights 90 Dealer Service 256 Defroster Rear Window 121 Defroster Windshield 70 Delay Intermittent Wipers 95 Diagnostic System Onboard 254 Dimmer Switch Headlight ...

Page 333: ...on Center EVIC 104 Emergency Brake 191 Emergency In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck 249 Hazard Warning Flasher 234 Jump Starting 245 Overheating 234 Towing 250 Emission Control System Maintenance 254 Engine 253 Air Cleaner 259 Break In Recommendations 67 Checking Oil Level 257 Compartment 253 Coolant Antifreeze 269 Cooling 269 Exhaust Gas Caution 32 Fails to Start 178 Flooded Starting 178 Fuel ...

Page 334: ... Turn Signal 71 Flash To Pass 92 Flooded Engine Starting 178 Fluid Capacities 295 Fluid Leaks 71 Fluid Level Checks Brake 275 Capacities 295 Clutch Fluid 278 Cooling System 269 Engine Oil 257 Manual Transmission 277 Power Steering 190 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 296 Four Way Hazard Flasher 234 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 249 Fuel 225 Additives 227 Clean Air 225 Ethanol 226 Gasoline 225 Gauge 1...

Page 335: ...n 17 Glass Cleaning 282 Ground Clearance 232 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 187 Hazard Warning Flasher 234 Headlights Automatic 89 Delay 89 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 91 Lights On Reminder 90 On With Wipers 89 Passing 92 Switch 88 Time Delay 89 High Beam Low Beam Select Dimmer Switch 91 Holder Cup 117 HomeLink Garage Door Opener 106 Hood Release 85 Hydraulic ...

Page 336: ...pers Delay Wipers 95 Introduction 4 Jump Starting 245 Key Fob 12 Key In Reminder 14 Keyless Entry System 12 Keyless Go 12 Key Programming 17 Key Replacement 16 Key Sentry Immobilizer 15 Knee Bolster 43 Lane Change and Turn Signals 91 Lap Shoulder Belts 34 Latches 71 Hood 85 Latch Plate 36 Lead Free Gasoline 225 Leaks Fluid 71 Life of Tires 219 Liftgate 30 Light Bulbs 71 Lights 71 Airbag 59 Alarm 1...

Page 337: ...trument Cluster 88 Intensity Control 92 Interior 92 Lights On Reminder 90 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 132 Oil Pressure 130 Parade Mode Daytime Brightness 94 Passing 92 Seat Belt Reminder 127 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 130 Service 292 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 132 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 130 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 130 Turn Signal 71 Vanity Mirror 79 Warning Instrume...

Page 338: ...heck 277 Lubricant Selection 297 Shift Speeds 182 Methanol 226 Mirrors 76 Electric Remote 78 Outside 77 Rearview 76 Vanity 79 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 223 Mopar Parts 256 MTBE ETBE 226 Multi Function Control Lever 90 New Vehicle Break In Period 67 Occupant Restraints 33 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 225 Oil Engine 257 Capacity 295 Change Interval 258 Checking ...

Page 339: ...g Brake 191 Parking On Hill 191 Passing Light 92 Pedals Adjustable 98 Pets 67 Pets Transporting 67 Placard Tire and Loading Information 210 Power Brakes 193 Door Locks 25 Mirrors 78 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 115 Steering 189 Windows 28 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 42 Pretensioners Seat Belts 42 Programming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 23 Radial Ply Tires 217 Radiator Cap Coolant Pre...

Page 340: ... 219 Reporting Safety Defects 322 Restraints Child 60 Restraints Infant 61 Restraints Occupant 33 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck 249 Rotation Tires 221 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 69 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 70 Safety Defects Reporting 322 Safety Exhaust Gas 32 Safety Information Tire 202 Safety Tips 68 Schedule Maintenance 300 Seat Belt Maintenance 282 Seat Belt Reminder 40 Seat Belts 33 And Pr...

Page 341: ...ator Light 182 Shift Speeds 179 Shoulder Belts 34 Signals Turn 71 Snow Chains Tire Chains 221 Snow Tires 221 Speed Control Cruise Control 101 Speedometer 127 Sport Mode 137 Starting 176 Emergency Jump Starting 245 Engine Fails to Start 178 Starting and Operating 176 Starting Procedures 176 Steering Column Controls 90 Power 189 Tilt Column 97 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 164 Steering Wheel Mounted...

Page 342: ... Information 214 High Speed 217 Inflation Pressures 215 Life of Tires 219 Load Capacity 209 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 223 Pressure Warning Light 130 Quality Grading 325 Radial 217 Replacement 219 Rotation 221 Safety 202 Sizes 204 Snow Tires 221 Spinning 217 Storage 221 Tread Wear Indicators 218 Tire Safety Information 202 Towing 230 Disabled Vehicle 250 Recreational 231 Traction 186 Traction Co...

Page 343: ... Care 281 Vanity Mirrors 79 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Loading 210 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage 171 Vehicle Theft Alarm Security Alarm 18 Vinyl Trim 281 Viscosity Engine Oil 258 Warning Flasher Hazard 234 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 127 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 322 Washer Adding Fluid 266 Washers Windshield 96 Washing Ve...

Page 344: ...Windshield Defroster 70 Windshield Washers 95 Windshield Wiper Blades 265 Windshield Wipers 95 Wiper Blade Replacement 265 Wipers Intermittent 95 342 INDEX ...

Page 345: ...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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