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SEEK Buttons

Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next
channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek
up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will
remain tuned to the new channel until you make another
selection. Holding either button will bypass channels
without stopping until you release it.

SCAN Button

Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for
the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con-
tinuing to the next. To stop the search, press the SCAN
button a second time.

INFO Button

Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa-
tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail-
able). Also, pressing and holding the INFO button for an

additional three seconds will make the radio display the
Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return
to normal display).

RW/FF

Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons
causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the
direction of the arrows.

TUNE Control (Rotary)

Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise
to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel.

MUSIC TYPE Button

Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type
mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button
or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five
seconds will allow the program format type to be se-
lected.

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Summary of Contents for Avenger

Page 1: ...Avenger Chrysler Group LLC O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 2 2012 Avenger 12D41 126 AA First Edition Printed in U S A 905541 Avenger OM cover indd 1 3 28 11 5 17 PM ...

Page 2: ...ptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or 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 Ple...

Page 3: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 467 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 481 10 INDEX 491 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

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

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

Page 8: ...information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is on the left front corner of the instrument panel and is visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield This number also appears stamped on the right front door sill under the sill moulding and printed on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on ...

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

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Page 11: ...Sentry Key威 16 Replacement Keys 17 Customer Key Programming 17 General Information 18 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm If Equipped 19 Rearming The System 19 To Arm The System 19 To Disarm The System 20 䡵 Illuminated Entry If Equipped 21 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry RKE If Equipped 21 To Unlock The Doors 22 To Lock The Doors 24 To Unlatch The Trunk 25 Using The Panic Alarm 25 2 ...

Page 12: ...wer Window Switches 35 Auto Window Down If Equipped 36 Auto Window Up With Anti Pinch Protection If Equipped 37 Window Lockout Switch 38 Wind Buffeting 38 䡵 Trunk Release 39 䡵 Trunk Safety Warning 39 Trunk Internal Emergency Release 40 䡵 Occupant Restraints 40 Lap Shoulder Belts 44 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 49 Rear Seat Belts 50 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions 50 Automatic...

Page 13: ...aint System SRS Air Bags 58 Air Bag System Components 60 Advanced Front Air Bag Features 60 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls 64 Event Data Recorder EDR 71 Child Restraints 72 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 84 䡵 Safety Tips 85 Transporting Passengers 85 Exhaust Gas 86 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 87 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 89 2 THINGS...

Page 14: ...r your vehicle locks These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place You can insert the double sided keys into the locks with either side up Vehicle Key 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 15: ...ever in PARK Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position push the key and cylinder inward rotate the key to the LOCK position and remove the key Ignition Switch Positions 1 LOCK 3 ON RUN 2 ACC ACCESSORY 4 START 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ...

Page 16: ...ive for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either door will cancel this feature For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC the power window switches radio hands free system if equipped and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi tion Opening either front door w...

Page 17: ...d lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Key In Ignition Reminder Opening the driver s door when the key is in the ignition sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key NOTE The Key In Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position With either front door open and the key in the ignition neither the power door locks nor Remote Keyless Entry ...

Page 18: ...hicle During normal operation after turning the ignition switch the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check If the Vehicle Security Light remains on after the bulb check it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics In addition if the Vehicle Security Light begins to flash after the bulb check it indicates that someone used an invalid key to start the eng...

Page 19: ...keys Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Pro gramming procedure This procedure consists of pro gramming a blank key to the vehicle electronics A blank key is one which has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer Customer Key Programming You can pr...

Page 20: ...KE transmitter will also be pro grammed during this procedure Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys If you do not have a programmed Sentry Key威 contact your authorized dealer for details NOTE If a programmed key is lost see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys tems memory This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle The remaining keys must ...

Page 21: ...icle Security Alarm will turn off the horn after three minutes turn off all of the visual signals after 15 minutes and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself To Arm The System 1 Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle 2 Lock the door using either the power door lock switch one door must be open or the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter do...

Page 22: ...ains armed during trunk entry Pressing the trunk button will not disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm If someone enters the vehicle through the trunk and opens any door the alarm will sound The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle however you can create conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm If one of the previously described arming sequences has...

Page 23: ...ately 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN from the OFF position NOTE The front courtesy overhead console and door cour tesy lights will remain on if the dimmer control is in the Dome ON position extreme top position The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the Dome defeat position extreme bottom position REMO...

Page 24: ...on Remote Key Unlock Driver Door All Doors First Press This feature lets 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 proceed as follows For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings ...

Page 25: ...pening a door with the system activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm system Flash Lights With Lock The feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit ter This feature can be turned on or turned off To change the current setting proceed as follows For vehicles equipped w...

Page 26: ...unlocked with the RKE transmitter The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with EVIC For details refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information To Lock The Doors Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit ter to lock all doors The turn signal lights ...

Page 27: ...ou are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm Opening a door with the alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm To Unlatch The Trunk Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times to unlatch the trunk Using The Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off press and hold the PANIC button on the R...

Page 28: ... CR2032 NOTE Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate 1 With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down use a flat blade screwdriver to pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the seal during removal 2 Remove and replace the battery Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterio...

Page 29: ...r RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 Weak battery in the RKE transmitter The expected life of a battery is five years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter military base and some mobile or CB radios REMOTE START SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter to start t...

Page 30: ...losed garage or confined area Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon oxide CO which is odorless and colorless Car bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled Keep Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters away from children Operation of the Remote Start System windows door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Veh...

Page 31: ... is present the vehicle will start and then shut down 10 seconds later For security power window operation is disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode The engine can be started two consecutive times two 15 minute cycles with the RKE transmitter However the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON RUN position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle Remote start will...

Page 32: ... The Vehicle Before the end of the 15 minute cycle press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm if equipped Then insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the ON RUN position NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON RUN position in order to drive the vehicle DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door...

Page 33: ...d is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle and do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON RUN position A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an inv...

Page 34: ...ure can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer Please see your authorized dealer for service Auto Unlock 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 transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph 0 km h 3 The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK 4 The driver door is opened ...

Page 35: ...les not equipped with the EVIC perform the following procedure 1 Close all doors and place the key in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON RUN and then back to LOCK four times ending up in the LOCK position 3 Press the power door unlock switch to unlock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming 5 Repeat these steps if you want to return this...

Page 36: ...ock system The Child Protection Door Locks are located inside the rear edge of the door Insert the tip of the ignition key or similar flat bladed object into the lock and rotate approxi mately one quarter turn to the lock or unlock position as indicated by the stamped icons Child Protection Door Lock Location Child Lock Control 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 37: ...r handle POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switches The control on the driver s door has up down switches that give you fingertip control of all four power win dows There is a single window control on the front and rear passenger s door trim panel which operates the front and rear passenger door windows The window controls will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN or ACC position and ...

Page 38: ...t when you want the window to stop To cancel the Auto Down movement operate the switch either in the up or down direction and release the switch For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC the power window switches will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either door will cancel this feature For vehicles eq...

Page 39: ...window switch again to close the window Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto closure If this happens pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close window manually WARNING When the window is almost closed there is no anti pinch protection To avoid personal injury be sure to clear your arms hands fingers and all object...

Page 40: ... of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open then open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with t...

Page 41: ...sed or if the trip button is depressed With the ignition switch in the LOCK position or with the key out the word dECK will display until the trunk is closed On Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC equipped vehicles the words Trunk Ajar will display TRUNK SAFETY WARNING WARNING Do not allow children to have access to the trunk either by climbing into the trunk from outside or through the ins...

Page 42: ...ked inside the trunk the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow in the dark handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems Three point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions Trunk Internal Emergency Release 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 43: ...belt systems except the driver s include Automatic Locking Retractors ALRs which lock the seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt all 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 Please pay close attention to the information in this section It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and...

Page 44: ...hild Restraints should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt positioning booster seats Older children who do not use child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old not in a rear facing child seat must ride in the fro...

Page 45: ...r bags Continued WARNING Continued Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury including death Air Bags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC and Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB also need room to ...

Page 46: ... with lap shoulder belts The belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions This feature allows the shoul der part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions However in a collision the belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat bel...

Page 47: ...ne another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat next to your arm Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary...

Page 48: ...possibly causing internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 49: ...ed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch ...

Page 50: ...actor will withdraw any slack in the belt 6 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays o...

Page 51: ...clears the folded webbing Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seat the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck Push ANCHORAGE button to release the anchorage and move it up or down to the position that fits you best As a guide if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position and if you are taller than average you w...

Page 52: ...the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant s mid section so as to not activate the ALR If the ALR is activated you will hear a ratcheting sound as the belt retracts Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbin...

Page 53: ...icle sensitive emergency locking mode WARNING The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re tractor ALR feature or any other seat belt func tion is not working properly when checked ac cording to the procedures in the Service Manual Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Energy Management ...

Page 54: ... a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately Supplemental Active Head Restraints AHR If Equipped These head restraints are passive deployable compo nents and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily identified by any markings only through visual inspec tion of the head restraint The head restraint will be split in two halves with the front half being soft foam and trim the back half bein...

Page 55: ...t of a front or side impact However if during a front impact a secondary rear impact occurs the AHR may deploy based on several factors including the severity and type of the impact Active Head Restraint AHR Components 1 Head Restraint Front Half Soft Foam and Trim 3 Head Restraint Back Half Decorative Plastic Rear Cover 2 Seatback 4 Head Restraint Guide Tubes 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR...

Page 56: ...Active Head Restraints AHR If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in a collision you must reset the head restraint on the driver s and front passenger seat You can recognize when the Active Head Restraint has been triggered by the fact that they have moved forward as shown in step three of the resetting procedure 1 Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat 2 Position the hands on the top of t...

Page 57: ...1 Downward Movement 2 Rearward Movement 3 Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mecha nism 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 ...

Page 58: ... front passenger BeltAlert威 to fasten their seat belts The feature is active whenever the ignition is on If the driver or front seat passenger is unbelted the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are fastened The BeltAlert威 warning sequence begins after the vehicle speed is over 5 mph 8 km h by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an intermi...

Page 59: ...LC does not recommend deac tivating BeltAlert威 NOTE Although BeltAlert威 has been deactivated the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate while the driver s or front passenger if equipped with BeltAlert威 seat belt remains unfastened Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to kee...

Page 60: ...needed Supplemental Restraint System SRS Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed...

Page 61: ...senger seat belt is fastened The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window If the vehicle is equipped with SABIC they are located above the side windows The trim covering the side air bags is labeled SR...

Page 62: ...ensioners Seat Belt Buckle Switch and Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC which may receive information from the front impact sensors The first stage inflator...

Page 63: ...ive covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating Do not drill cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights stereos citizen band radios etc Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occup...

Page 64: ...tion to that provided by the body structure Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The SABIC air bags deploy down ward covering both windows on the impact side NOTE Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during air bag deployment Being too close to the S...

Page 65: ...e perfor mance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury Continued WARNING Continued If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks that require permanent attachments bolts or screws for instal lation on the vehicle r...

Page 66: ...ding the severity and type of impact Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on several factors including the severity and type of collision Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear side or rollover collisions The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all...

Page 67: ...ower supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment Also the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approxi mately four to eight seconds for a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part ...

Page 68: ... air bag inflation rates are possible based on the collision type and severity The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size The air bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes The air bags then quickly deflate while helpi...

Page 69: ...d type of collision In these events the ORC will deploy the SABIC only on the impact side of the vehicle A quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain air bag The inflating side curtain air bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window The air bag inflates in about 30 milliseconds about one quarter of the time that it takes to blink your e...

Page 70: ...be changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF If A Deployment Occurs The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment NOTE Front and or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag system If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags any or all of the following may occur The nylon air bag material may sometimes c...

Page 71: ...r If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s in structions for cleaning Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de ployed If you are involved in another collision the air bags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision Have the air bags seat belt pretensioners and the ...

Page 72: ...rself 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 includ ing your trim cover and cushion needs to be s...

Page 73: ... 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 event data recorder EDR The main pu...

Page 74: ...ead 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 including babies and children Every...

Page 75: ... vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children from birth until they reach the weight or height limit of the infant carr...

Page 76: ...facing weight or height limit of their rear facing convertible child seat Children should remain in a forward facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible up to the highest weight or height allowed by the child seat These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system Refer to Lower An chors and Tether for CHildren LATCH ...

Page 77: ... most out of your child restraints Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards Chrysler Group LLC al...

Page 78: ...be tightened or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt disconnect the latch plate from the buckle turn the latch plate around and insert the latch plate into the buckle again If you still can t make the child restraint secure try a different seating position Buckle the child into the seat according to the child restraint manufacturer s directions WARNING When your child restraint...

Page 79: ...nstalled in the out board positions only Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment never install LATCH compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchor age If you are installing LATCH compatible child re straints in adjacent rear seating positions you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehicle s seat belt for the outboard position but you must use the vehicle s seat b...

Page 80: ...turers will provide add on tether strap kits for some of their older products Tether anchorage kits are also available for most older vehicles Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap shoulde...

Page 81: ...s are not toys and should not be played with and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle Installing The LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here Again carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided wit...

Page 82: ...o route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint Finally tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat removing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions NOTE Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in...

Page 83: ... exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child Restraint Tether Strap 1 Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint 2 Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints raise the head restraint and w...

Page 84: ...g The Vehicle Seat Belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor to secure a Child Restraint System CRS These types of seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip The ALR will make a ratcheting noise if you extract the entire belt from th...

Page 85: ...webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint Any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary In the rear seat you may have trouble tightening the lap shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twi...

Page 86: ... back Transporting Pets Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine and...

Page 87: ...sand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death It is extremely dangerous to ride in a ca...

Page 88: ...ake sure that all windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintai...

Page 89: ...be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged i e bent retractor torn webbing etc If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition replace the belt Air Bag Warning Light The light should come on and remain on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light is not lit during starting see your authorized dealer If the light s...

Page 90: ...ts are properly attached to the floor mat fasteners Continued WARNING Continued Never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and inter fering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top of already installed floor mats Additional floor mats and othe...

Page 91: ...terns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks Inspect sidewalls for cuts cracks and bulges Check the wheel nuts for tightness Check the tires including spare for proper cold inflation pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator ...

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Page 93: ...xterior Mirrors Folding Feature 98 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 99 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 99 䡵 Uconnect Phone If Equipped 99 Operation 102 Phone Call Features 109 Uconnect Phone Features 112 Advanced Phone Connectivity 116 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone 118 General Information 129 䡵 Voice Command If Equipped 129 Voice Command System Operation 129 3 ...

Page 94: ...assenger Seat 142 Head Restraints 143 Folding Rear Seat 146 Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest 147 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 148 䡵 Lights 150 Multifunction Lever 150 Headlights And Parking Lights 150 Automatic Headlights If Equipped 151 Headlight Time Delay 151 Turn Signals 152 Lane Change Assist 152 High Low Beam Switch 152 Flash To Pass 153 Fog Lights If Equipped 153 Daytime Running Lights If E...

Page 95: ...160 䡵 Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 161 To Activate 162 To Set A Desired Speed 162 To Deactivate 162 To Resume Speed 163 To Vary The Speed Setting 163 To Accelerate For Passing 163 䡵 Garage Door Opener If Equipped 164 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink威 165 Programming A Rolling Code 166 Programming A Non Rolling Code 168 Canadian Gate Operator Programming 169 Using HomeLink威 170 Securit...

Page 96: ...175 Wind Buffeting 175 Sunroof Maintenance 175 Ignition Off Operation 176 䡵 Electrical Power Outlets 176 䡵 Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver If Equipped 180 䡵 Cupholders 180 Rear Seat Bottle Holder 181 䡵 Storage 182 Glovebox Storage Compartment 182 䡵 Console Features 182 Storage 182 䡵 Cargo Area Features 184 Ski Pass Through 186 䡵 Rear Window Features 186 Rear Window Defroster 186 94 UNDERSTANDING TH...

Page 97: ...mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the windshield Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated The sensor to the righ...

Page 98: ...in reverse CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Automatic Dimming Mirror 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 99: ...oward the left or right mirror positions indicated Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move When you are finished adjusting the mirror turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror Power Mirror Control Mirror Directions 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 ...

Page 100: ...r objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other objects Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side mirror Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be m...

Page 101: ...is on each sun visor To use the mirror rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward The lights will turn on automati cally Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights Uconnect Phone IF EQUIPPED Uconnect Phone is a voice activated hands free in vehicle communications system Uconnect Phone al lows you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone using simple voice commands e g Call...

Page 102: ...hicle and enables you to mute the system s microphone for private conversation The Uconnect Phone is driven through your Bluetooth威 Hands Free Profile mobile phone Uconnect features Bluetooth威 technology the global standard that enables different electronic devices to con nect to each other without wires or a docking station so Uconnect Phone works no matter where you stow your mobile phone be it ...

Page 103: ...command Voice Command Button Actual button location may vary with the ra dio The individual buttons are described in the Operation section The Uconnect Phone can be used with any Hands Free Profile certified Bluetooth威 mobile phone See the Uconnect website for supported phones Refer to your mobile service provider or the phone manufacturer for details The Uconnect Phone is fully integrated with th...

Page 104: ...s into parts and say each part of the command when you are asked for it For example you can use the compound form voice command Phonebook New Entry or you can break the compound form command into two voice com mands Phonebook and New Entry Please re member the Uconnect Phone works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone as if speaking to someone sitting a few feet meters away from you V...

Page 105: ...after the beep say Pair a Device and follow the audible prompts You will be asked to say a four digit Personal Identi fication Number PIN which you will later need to enter into your mobile phone You can enter any four digit PIN You will not need to remember this PIN after the initial pairing process For identification purposes you will be prompted to give the Uconnect Phone a name for your mobile...

Page 106: ...onfirm the phone number and then dial The number will appear in the display of certain radios Call By Saying A Name Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Call The system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the person you want to call For example you can say John Doe where ...

Page 107: ...that you are adding After you are finished adding an entry into the phone book you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu The Uconnect Phone will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible on...

Page 108: ...ries down loaded there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used Until then if avail able the previously downloaded phonebook is avail able for use Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile phone is accessible Only the mobile phone s phonebook is downloaded SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone book This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or del...

Page 109: ...er phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook For example the entry John Doe may have a mobile and a home number but you can add John Doe s work number later using the Phonebook Edit Entry feature Delete Uconnect Phonebook Entry NOTE Editing phonebook entries is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following b...

Page 110: ...n After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Erase All The Uconnect Phone will ask you to verify that you wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook After confirmation the phonebook entries will be deleted Note that only the phonebook in the current language is deleted Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited List All Names In The Uconnect Phoneboo...

Page 111: ...r Or Reject An Incoming Call No Call Currently In Progress When you receive a call on your mobile phone the Uconnect Phone will interrupt the vehicle audio sys tem if on and will ask if you would like to answer the call Press the button to accept the call To reject the call press and hold the button until you hear a single beep indicating that the incoming call was rejected Answer Or Reject An Inc...

Page 112: ...at the call is on hold To bring the call back from hold press and hold the button until you hear a single beep Toggling Between Calls If two calls are in progress one active and one on hold press the button until you hear a single beep indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls have switched Only one call can be placed on hold at a time Conference Call When two calls are in progre...

Page 113: ...TE This may not be the last number dialed from the Uconnect Phone Call Continuation Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Uconnect Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to OFF Call continuation functionality avail able on the vehicle can be any one of three types After the ignition key is switched to OFF a call can continue on the Uconnect Phone either until ...

Page 114: ...e paired phone name is not language specific and is usable across all languages Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect Phone is operational you may reach the emergency number as follows Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and ...

Page 115: ...age Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Towing Assistance NOTE The towing assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased 1 800 528 2069 for the U S 1 877 213 4525 for Canada 55 14 3454 for Mexico City and 1 800 712 3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico Please refer to the 24 Ho...

Page 116: ... for use of the Uconnect Phone When calling a number with your Uconnect Phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch tone sequence on your mobile phone keypad you can press the button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word Send For example if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound 3 7 4 6 you can press the button and say 3 7 4 6 Send Saying a number or sequen...

Page 117: ...t having to listen to the rest of the voice prompt Turning Confirmation Prompts ON OFF Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices e g the Uconnect Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say one of the following Setup Confirmation Prompts On Setup Confirmation Prompts Off...

Page 118: ...situa tion after successfully dialing a number the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress Once your call is answered you will hear the audio Mute Un Mute Mute OFF When you mute the Uconnect Phone you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party but the other party will not be able to hear you In order to mute the Uconnect Phone...

Page 119: ...y prompt and the following beep say Setup Phone Pairing When prompted say List Phones The Uconnect Phone will play the phone names of all paired mobile phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority To Select or Delete a paired phone being announced press the button and say Select or Delete Also see the next two sec tions for an alternate way to Select or Delete a paired phone Select Anot...

Page 120: ...hoose the phone you wish to delete Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone Uconnect Phone Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features press the button and say Uconnect Tutorial Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect Phone Voice Training feature may be used To enter this training mode follow on...

Page 121: ...s will delete all phone pairing phone book entries and other settings in all language modes The System will prompt you before resetting to factory settings Voice Command For best performance adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least 1 2 in 1 cm gap between the overhead console if equipped and the mirror Always wait for the beep before speaking Speak normally without pausing just as you would ...

Page 122: ...nect Phonebook Phonebook Downloaded and Uconnect Phone Lo cal name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar Numbers must be spoken in single digits 800 must be spoken eight zero zero not eight hundred You can say O letter O for 0 zero Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported In a...

Page 123: ...tic Phonebook Down load Uconnect Phone can list your Outgoing Incom ing and Missed Calls SMS Uconnect Phone can read or send new messages on your phone Read Messages If you receive a new text message while your phone is connected to Uconnect Phone an announcement will be made to notify you that you have a new text message If you wish to hear the new message Press the button After the Ready prompt ...

Page 124: ...re are 20 preset messages To send a message press the button while the system is listing the message and say Send Uconnect Phone will prompt you to say the name or number of the person you wish to send the message to List of Preset Messages 1 Yes 2 No 3 Where are you 4 I need more direction 5 L O L 6 Why 7 I love you 8 Call me 9 Call me later 10 Thanks 11 See You in 15 minutes 12 I am on my way 12...

Page 125: ...Setup SMS Incoming Message Announcement you will then be given a choice to change it Bluetooth威 Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone When this happens the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off on Your mobile phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth威 ON mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to e...

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Page 129: ...ve six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all Voice Commands Primary Alternate s call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 ...

Page 130: ...ring pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate s return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call Uconnect Tutorial try again voice training work yes 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 131: ...e Command system allows you to control your AM FM radio satellite radio disc player and a memo recorder NOTE Take care to speak into the Voice Interface System as calmly and normally as possible The ability of the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in sa...

Page 132: ...commands are universal and can be used from any menu All other commands can be used depending upon the active application When using this system you should speak clearly and at a normal speaking volume The system will best recognize your speech if the win dows are closed and the heater air conditioning fan is set to low At any point if the system does not recognize one of your commands you will be...

Page 133: ...u may say Main Menu to switch to the main menu In this mode you can say the following commands Radio to switch to the radio mode Disc to switch to the disc mode Memo to switch to the memo recorder Setup to switch to system setup Radio AM To switch to the AM band say AM or Radio AM In this mode you may say the following commands Frequency to change the frequency Next Station to select the next stat...

Page 134: ...following com mands Channel Number to change the channel by its spoken number Next Channel to select the next channel Previous Channel to select the previous channel List Channel to hear a list of available channels Select Name to say the name of a channel Menu Radio to switch to the radio menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu Disc To switch to the disc mode say Disc In this mode you may say t...

Page 135: ... recorded memos During the playback you may press the Voice Command button to stop playing memos You proceed by saying one of the following commands Repeat to repeat a memo Next to play the next memo Previous to play the previous memo Delete to delete a memo Delete All to delete all memos Setup To switch to system setup you may say on of the following Change to setup Switch to system setup Change ...

Page 136: ...voice to the system and will improve recognition 2 Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by Uconnect Voice For best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only SEATS Seats are a part of the O...

Page 137: ... everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Power Seats If Equipped The power seat switches are on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use the seat control switch to move the seat up down forward rearward or to tilt the seat Use the seatback control to adjust the angle of the seatback Power Seat Switches 1 Seatback Control 2 Seat Control 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATU...

Page 138: ...rd on the front or rear of the seat switch the front or rear of the seat cushion will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when the desired position is reached Reclining The Seatback The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or backward Push the seatback switch forward or rear ward the seat will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when the desired posit...

Page 139: ...tches that allow the driver and passenger to operate the seats independently The controls for each heater are located near the bottom center of the instrument panel below the climate con trols You can choose from HIGH LOW or OFF heat settings Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH one for LOW and none for OFF Press the ...

Page 140: ...ically after a maximum of 45 minutes WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use ex haustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that ins...

Page 141: ... apply forward and rearward body pressure to be sure the seat is latched WARNING Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked Manual Seat Adjusting Bar 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 ...

Page 142: ...t raises and lowers it Total travel is 2 2 in 56 mm Reclining Seats The recliner control is on the side of the seat To recline lean forward slightly before lifting the lever then lean back to the desired position and release the lever Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position Manual Seat Height Adjustment Lever Seatback Adjustment 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES ...

Page 143: ...longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Lumbar Support If Equipped This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support The control lever is located on the outboard side of the driver s seatback Turn the control lever downward to increase an...

Page 144: ... passenger seat also releases the seatback to fold forward The hard seatback features a work surface and a molded rim for retaining items stored on the seatback panel Seatback Adjustment Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 145: ...straints Front Seats Active Head Restraints are passive deployable compo nents and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily identified by any markings only through visual inspec tion of the head restraint The head restraint will be split in two halves with the front half being soft foam and trim the back half being decorative plastic When AHRs deploy during a rear impact the front half of th...

Page 146: ...restraint For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and rearward To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head Push Button Active Head Restraint Normal Position 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 147: ...s Resetting Active Head Restraints AHR in Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint such as coats seat covers or portable DVD players These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death Continued Active Head Res...

Page 148: ...traint is deployed Head Restraints Rear Seats The rear seat head restraints are fixed and cannot be adjusted For proper routing of a Child Seat Tether refer to Occupant Restraints in Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information Folding Rear Seat To provide additional storage area the rear seatback can be folded forward Pull on the loops shown in the picture to fold down eith...

Page 149: ...serious injury The rear cargo area of the vehicle with the rear seatbacks in the locked up or folded down posi tion should not be used as a play area by children They could be seriously injured in a collision Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest The rear seat is equipped with a folding armrest with cupholders Folding Rear Seat Armrest 3 U...

Page 150: ...rument panel 2 Lift the secondary latch located under the front edge of the hood near the center and raise the hood Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole on the left underside of the hood Hood Release Lever Hood Safety Catch 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 151: ... the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death Hood Prop Rod Hole Location 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 ...

Page 152: ...nt panel light dimming and turn signals The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column Headlights And Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent for parking light operation Turn to the second detent for headlight operation Multifunction Lever Headlight Switch 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 153: ...e is also a feature that delays turning off the vehicle lights for 30 60 or 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned OFF To activate the headlight delay the multi function lever must be rotated to the off position after the ignition switch is turned OFF Only the headlights will illuminate during this time Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in U...

Page 154: ... an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once without moving beyond the detent and the turn signal right or left will flash three times then automatically turn off High Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam Pull the lever toward yo...

Page 155: ... shut off If this occurs wait 30 seconds for the next flash to pass operation Fog Lights If Equipped The front fog light switch is on the multifunction lever To activate the front fog lights turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out the end of the multifunction lever NOTE The front fog lights will only operate with the headlights on low beam Selecting high beam headlights ...

Page 156: ...sound to alert the driver when the driver s door is opened Instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the park ing lights or headli...

Page 157: ...el so that the light can be aimed at a specific spot if desired The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle They will not turn off automatically Interior lighting also comes on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward past the second detent Dimmer Control Interior Dome Lamp 3 UNDERSTAN...

Page 158: ...if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open To restore interior light operation either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switch on the control lever The lever is located on the right side of the steering column Windshield Wiper Washer Lever 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES...

Page 159: ...indshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position damage to the wiper motor may occur Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper system when weath...

Page 160: ...dshield Washers To use the washer pull the windshield wiper washer control lever toward you and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the delay range the wipers will operate in low speed for two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected If you activate the washer while the wi...

Page 161: ... from a passing vehicle As long as the lever is held down the wipers will continue to operate 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 used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid Headlights With Wipers Feature Available With Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the head...

Page 162: ...n strument Panel for further information TILT TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column The tilt telescoping control handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column To unlock the steering column pull the control handle outward To tilt the steering colu...

Page 163: ...e driving your ve hicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel NOTE In order to ensure proper operation the Elec tronic Speed Cont...

Page 164: ... faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON When the vehicle has reached the desired speed press the SET button and release Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed NOTE The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on lev...

Page 165: ...push the SET button If the button is continually held in the SET position the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released Release the button when the desired speed is reached and the new set speed will be established Pressing the SET button once will result in a 1 mph 2 km h decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph 2 km h To Accele...

Page 166: ...on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink威 replaces up to three hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers motor ized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink威 unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery The HomeLink威 buttons located on either the overhead console headliner or sunvisor designate the ...

Page 167: ...m 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威 buttons I and III for up 20 seconds or until the red indicator flashes NOTE Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink威 for the first time Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons If you have any...

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

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

Page 170: ...and hold both the Homelink威 button you want to program and the hand held transmit ter button 4 Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi cator light The Homelink威 indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after Homelink威 has received the fre quency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons after the indicator light changes from slow to rapid 5 Press and hold the progra...

Page 171: ...er several seconds of trans mission which may not be long enough for HomeLink威 to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating of the garage door or gate motor 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 ...

Page 172: ...for programming plug it back in at this time Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained follow these steps 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position 2 Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not release the button 3 Without releasing the button proceed with Canadian Gate O...

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

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

Page 175: ...apment may result in serious injury or death In a collision there is greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passen gers are properly secured too Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof Never allow your fingers other body parts or any object to project through ...

Page 176: ...thin one half second and the sunroof will close automatically from any position The sunroof will close fully and stop automati cally This is called Express Close During Express Close operation any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof Closing Sunroof Manual Mode To close the sunroof press and hold the switch in the forward position Any release of the switch will stop the movement and the su...

Page 177: ...the sunroof opens NOTE The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if so equipped is in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized If the b...

Page 178: ...le Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two 12 Volt 13 Amp electrical power outlets on this vehicle Both of the power outlets are protected by a fuse The instrument panel power outlet located below the climate control knobs has power avai...

Page 179: ...tlet may discharge the battery and or prevent the engine from starting NOTE To ensure proper operation a MOPAR威 knob and element must be used CAUTION Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts If the 160 Watt 13 Amp power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced Continued Center Console 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 ...

Page 180: ... as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 16 Fuse 15 A Blue Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel 2 11 Fuse 15 A Blue Power Outlet Inside Arm Rest 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 181: ...ones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the...

Page 182: ...upholder The optional ash receiver also comes with a cigar lighter that can be used with the power outlets Refer to Power Outlets in Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle for further information CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders located in the center console for the front passengers Front Cupholders 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 183: ...th rear door trim panels WARNING If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder they can spill when the door is closed burn ing the occupants Be careful when closing the doors to avoid injury Rear Bottle Holder 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 ...

Page 184: ...pen the glovebox CONSOLE FEATURES Storage The center console is located between the front driver and passenger seats The center console armrest slides forward from design position to provide added user comfort The center console can be used for storage and Glovebox Storage Compartment Opened Glovebox 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 185: ...so located underneath the armrest The top compartment holds small items such as a pen and note pad while the larger bottom compartment will hold CDs and alike The bottom compartment also con tains a 12 Volt power outlet The console s front opening lid allows for easy access to these compartments Center Console Center Console Storage 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 ...

Page 186: ...y CARGO AREA FEATURES The 60 40 split folding rear seat provides cargo carrying versatility The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters When the seats are folded down they provide a continuous nearly flat extension of the load floor When the seatback is folded to the upright position make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatb...

Page 187: ... and use seat belts The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve hicle handling To avoid loss of control resulting in personal injury follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle Too m...

Page 188: ... on the climate control Mode knob Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors if equipped An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after ap proximately 10 minutes For an additional five minutes of operation press the button a second time NOTE To prevent excessive batte...

Page 189: ...he 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 abra sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Keep all objects a safe distance from the window 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 ...

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Page 191: ...p Computer If Equipped 210 Control Buttons 210 䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped 211 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 213 Oil Change Required If Equipped 215 EVIC Main Menu 215 Compass Display 216 Average Fuel Economy 219 Distance To Empty DTE 219 Tire PSI 220 Elapsed Time 220 EVIC Units Selection Units In Display 220 System Status 221 4 ...

Page 192: ...7 Info Button Disc Mode For MP3 WMA Play 237 Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio If Equipped 239 䡵 Media Center 730N 430 430N RHR RER RBZ RHB CD DVD HDD NAV If Equipped 243 Operating Instructions Voice Command System If Equipped 243 Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped 244 䡵 Media Center 130 Sales Code RES 244 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 244 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD...

Page 193: ...Control If Equipped 269 Connecting The iPod威 Or External USB Device 270 Using This Feature 270 Controlling The iPod威 Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons 271 Play Mode 271 List Or Browse Mode 273 Bluetooth Streaming Audio BTSA 275 䡵 Steering Wheel Audio Controls If Equipped 276 Right Hand Switch Functions 277 Left Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation 277 Left Hand Switch Functions For M...

Page 194: ...䡵 Climate Controls 279 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning 279 Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped 283 Operating Tips 289 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 195: ...irbag 9 Power Outlet 2 Side Window Demister Outlet 6 Glove Compartment 10 Climate Controls 3 Instrument Cluster 7 Heated Seat Switch If Equipped 11 Ignition Switch 4 Radio 8 Hazard Switch 12 Trunk Release Button 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 ...

Page 196: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 197: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER R T 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 ...

Page 198: ...y and call for service There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition If your air conditioning is on turn it off The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A C removes this heat You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat the Mode control to Floor and the Fan control to High This allows the heater core to act...

Page 199: ...ICE IMMEDIATELY See your local authorized dealer If jump starting is required refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies 7 Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN If the light is either not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected at an autho...

Page 200: ...etermined using the procedure shown in Maintaining Your Vehicle 10 Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi tion As engine coolant temperatures rise and the gauge approaches H this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold Further overheating will cause the tempera ture gauge to pass H the indicator will continuous...

Page 201: ...rp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi tions The vehicle should have service performed and the brake fluid level checked If brake failure is indicated immediate repair is neces sary WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger ous Part of the brake system may have failed It will take longer to stop the vehicle You could have a collision Have the vehicle checked immedi...

Page 202: ...transmission NOTE You must apply the brakes before shifting from PARK 14 Odometer Display Trip Odometer Display The odometer display shows the total distance the ve hicle has been driven U S Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced th...

Page 203: ...ASCAP Fuel Cap Fault HOTOIL Engine Oil Temperature Exceeds Safe Threshold NOTE If the instrument cluster is equipped with the optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC then all warnings including Low Tire Door Ajar and Trunk Ajar will only display in the EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC for spe cific messages LoW tirE When the appropriate condition exists the odom...

Page 204: ...fter a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style Unless reset this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position To turn off the message temporarily press and rel...

Page 205: ...dometer must be in Trip Mode to reset the trip odometer 17 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Indicator Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control ETC system If a problem is detected the light will come on while the engine is running If the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing however see your autho riz...

Page 206: ... Security Light If Equipped This light will flash rapidly for approximately 16 seconds when the alarm system is arming The light will begin to flash slowly indicating that the system is armed The light will stop flashing when the vehicle is disarmed 22 Electronic Stability Control ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light If Equipped The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrumen...

Page 207: ... tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those...

Page 208: ...tem detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subse quent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the sys tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons includ...

Page 209: ...e and automatic trans mission control systems The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON RUN position before engine start If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from LOCK to ON RUN have the condition checked promptly Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap poor fuel quality etc may illuminate the light after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light...

Page 210: ... is not functioning and that service is required however the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally provided that 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 benefit of Anti Lock Brakes The ABS warning light should be checked frequently to assure that it is operating properly Turn the ignition ...

Page 211: ...ing the vehicle in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to boil over come in contact with hot engine or exhaust components and cause a fire 28 High Beam Indicator This light indicates that the headlights are on high beam Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam 29 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Display If Equipped This display s...

Page 212: ...e and may need to be driven several minutes before the updated tempera ture is displayed Engine temperature can also affect the displayed temperature therefore temperature readings are not updated when the vehicle is not moving Control Buttons STEP Button Press the STEP button located on the steering wheel to scroll through sub menus i e Temperature Trip Func tions Odometer Trip A Trip B Mini Trip...

Page 213: ...lease the STEP button on the instru ment cluster to switch from odometer to Trip A or Trip B Trip A Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last reset Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last reset ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in t...

Page 214: ...r Units System Warnings Door Ajar etc Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Outside Temperature Display F or C Audio Mode Displays 12 preset Radio Stations or CD Title and Track number when playing The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 215: ...hen the ra dio is on screen when the current screen is not the compass outside temp audio info screen Press and release the SELECT Button to accept a selection The SELECT Button also resets various Trip Functions Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays When the appropriate conditions exist the EVIC displays the following messages Turn Signal On with a continuous warning chime after one...

Page 216: ... is in motion Trunk Open with vehicle graphic showing an open trunk and A single chime Lights On Key In Ignition Remote start aborted Door ajar Remote start aborted Hood ajar Remote start aborted Trunk ajar Remote start aborted Fuel low Remote start disabled System fault Oil Change Required with a single chime Low Tire with a graphic of the car showing which tire s is are low with a single chime R...

Page 217: ...change indica tor system after performing the scheduled maintenance perform the following procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position Do not start the engine 2 Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did no...

Page 218: ...ALL will return to RESET and only the selected feature will have been reset Compass Display The compass heading indicates the direction the vehicle is facing Press and release the compass button to display one of eight compass headings the outside temperature and audio information if the radio is on if the EVIC display is not already displaying this screen NOTE The system will display the last kno...

Page 219: ...ables railroad tracks etc Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic or inaccurate and the variance has been properly set you may wish to manu ally recalibrate the compass To manually calibrate the compass 1 Start the engine Leave the shift lever in PARK in order to enter the EVIC Programming Menus 2 Press and release the MENU button until Personal Settings displays in the EVIC 3 Pr...

Page 220: ...ompass head ing NOTE Magnetic and battery powered devices such as cell phones iPod s radar detectors PDA s and laptops should be kept away from the top of the instrument panel This is where the compass module is located and such devices may interfere and cause false compass readings To Change Compass Variance 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position Leave the shift lever in PARK 2 Press and r...

Page 221: ...om the last fuel average reading before the reset Distance To Empty DTE Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy according to the current fuel tank level DTE cannot be reset NOTE Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly a...

Page 222: ...ion only function and cannot be reset Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the RUN or START position Elapsed time is displayed as follows hours minutes seconds Elapsed time can be reset by pressing and holding the SELECT button as prompted in the EVIC display Upon reset all digits will change to zeros an...

Page 223: ...s in the EVIC Press and release the DOWN button to display the following programmable features Language When in this display you may select different languages for all display nomenclature including the trip functions Pressing the SELECT button while in this display selects English Spanish French German Italian or Dutch de pending on availability As you continue the displayed information will be s...

Page 224: ...nals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmitter This feature may be selected with or without the Sound Horn on lock feature selected To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until ON or OFF appears Headlamp Off Delay 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 vehicl...

Page 225: ...press the SELECT button until Off 45 sec 5 min or 10 min appears Illumin Approach When this feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter To make your selection press the SELECT button until OFF 30 sec 60 sec or 90 sec appears Display Units In The EVIC and odometer can be changed between Eng...

Page 226: ...ess the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned ON the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played SEEK Buttons P...

Page 227: ...t Phone feature if equipped Refer to Voice Command in the Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD for further details If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With Uconnect Phone message will display on the radio screen Phone Button Uconnect Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature if equipped Refer to Uco...

Page 228: ...llow the above procedure starting at step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station one with call letters displayed The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast from an FM station FM mode only RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in AM FM or Satellite if eq...

Page 229: ...control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to exit setting tone balance and fade MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE SCROL...

Page 230: ...ter Display Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music Type name The Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type P...

Page 231: ...using the DVD by pushing the SELECT button if equipped DVD Play Options Selecting the DVD Play Options will display the following Subtitle Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch subtitles to different subtitle languages that are available on the disc if equipped Audio Stream Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch to different audio languages if supported on the disc if equipped Angle Repeatedly pr...

Page 232: ... set defaults according to customer preference Menu Language If Equipped Selecting this item will allow the user to choose the default startup DVD menu language effective only if language supported by disc If you want to select a language not listed then scroll down and select other Enter the four digit country code using the TUNE SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select the number and ...

Page 233: ...de screen pan scan and letter box AutoPlay If Equipped When this is set to On and a DVD video is inserted it will bypass the DVD menu screen and automatically play the movie In some rare cases the DVD player may not auto play the main title In such cases use the MENU button on the remote control to select desired title to play NOTE The user will have to set these defaults before loading a disc If ...

Page 234: ...tton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations DISC Button Pressing the DISC button will allow you to switch from AM FM modes to Disc modes Operation Instructions DISC MODE for CD and MP3 WMA Audio Play DVD VIDEO T...

Page 235: ...lay PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC After the radio displays INSERT DISC insert the CD into the player Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc is loading and READING DISC when the radio is reading the disc CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism Eject Button Ejecting Compact Disc s Press the ...

Page 236: ...ently playing TIME Button CD MODE Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display RW FF CD MODE Press and hold FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Rewind button works in a similar manner AM or FM Button CD MODE Switches the radio into the AM or ...

Page 237: ... disc formats are supported by the radio Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files including MP3 WMA files Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after writing are most likely multisession discs The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 WMA playback may result in longer disc loading times If a disc contains multi formats such as CD audi...

Page 238: ...ID3 Tag information for artist song title and album title are supported for ID3 version 1 tags ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios Playlist files are not supported MP3 Pro files are not supported Playback of MP3 WMA Files When a medium containing MP3 WMA data is loaded the radio checks all files on the medium If the medium contains a lot of folders or files the radio will take more time t...

Page 239: ...playable files The folder list will time out after five seconds INFO Button DISC Mode for MP3 WMA Play Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through the following TAG information Song Title Artist File Name and Folder Name if available Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed time priority mode Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and radio will display so...

Page 240: ...on Auxiliary Mode No function TIME Button Auxiliary Mode Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day The time of day will display for five seconds RW FF Auxiliary Mode No function SET Button Auxiliary Mode No function Operating Instructions Voice Command System If Equipped For the radio Refer to Voice Command in the Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD f...

Page 241: ...g or disassembly is prohibited DTS DTS and DTS 2 0 are trademarks of Digital The ater Systems Inc Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio If Equipped Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio This service offers over 130 channels of music sports news entertainment ...

Page 242: ...e radio on press the SETUP button and scroll using the TUNE SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is selected Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob and the Sirius ID number will display The Sirius ID number display will time out in two minutes Press any button on the radio to exit this screen Selecting Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Mode Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display A CD may rem...

Page 243: ... the radio SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass channels without stopping until you release it SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search ...

Page 244: ... SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music type By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active the radio will be tuned to the next channel with the same selected Music Type name If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Program Type mode the Music Type mode will...

Page 245: ...n be set for SET 1 and SET 2 This allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory The channels stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 Satellite stations MEDIA CENTE...

Page 246: ...e DVD for further details MEDIA CENTER 130 SALES CODE RES NOTE The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate Operating Instructions Radio Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Media Center 130 RES 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 247: ...ght switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it TIME Button Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time and radio frequency Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours...

Page 248: ...o the right or left to increase or decrease the mid range tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level f...

Page 249: ...e display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to...

Page 250: ...sert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism Do not use adhesive labels These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism The RES Media Center is a single CD player Do not attempt to ...

Page 251: ... the FF Fast Forward button and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner AM FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in ra...

Page 252: ...s limited For large numbers of files and or folders the radio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will result in this display With 200 files exceeding 50 folders will result in this display Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a three character e...

Page 253: ... rate MPEG Specification Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG Specification Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags ID3 version 2 is not suppo...

Page 254: ...e auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the DISC AUX button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE The AUX device must be turned on and the device s volume set ...

Page 255: ... control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played SEEK Buttons Press and release ...

Page 256: ...r this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With Uconnect Phone message will display on the radio screen Phone Button Uconnect Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature if equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equip...

Page 257: ...SETUP button and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station one with call letters displayed The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast from an FM station FM mode only RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in ...

Page 258: ... control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to exit setting tone balance and fade MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE SCRO...

Page 259: ...er Display Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music Type name The Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Pr...

Page 260: ...ET RND button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 6 you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET RND button the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure...

Page 261: ...ompact Disc s Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display If a CD does not go into the slot more than 1 0 in 2 5 cm a disc may already be loaded and must be ejected before a new disc can be loaded If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON the unit wil...

Page 262: ...ed SEEK Button Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes TIME Button Press this but...

Page 263: ...io are CDDA CD R CD RW MP3 and CDDA MP3 Supported Medium Formats File Systems The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported ...

Page 264: ... audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the MP3 exten sion as MP3 files Non MP3 files named with the MP3 extension may cause playback problems The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file the bit rate...

Page 265: ...es for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following Media CD RW media may take longer to load than CD R media Medium formats Multisession discs may take longer to load than non multisession discs Number of files and folders Loading times will increase with more files and folders To increase the speed of disc loading it is recommended to use CD R media and single session discs To create a...

Page 266: ... to elapsed time display Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil iary device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE ...

Page 267: ...e radio system in your vehicle Sirius will supply a wel come kit that contains general information including how to setup your on line listening account For further information call the toll free number 888 539 7474 or visit the Sirius web site at www sirius com or at www siriuscanada ca for Canadian residents Electronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID Please have the following ...

Page 268: ...bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible within the loading design of the rack Do not place items directly on or above the antenna Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes Dr...

Page 269: ...forma tion between Artist Song Title and Composer if avail able Also pressing and holding the INFO button for an additional three seconds will make the radio display the Song Title all of the time press and hold again to return to normal display RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows TUNE Control Rotary...

Page 270: ... channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory press the SET button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 6 you wish to lock onto this channel and press and release that button If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but ton the channel will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second c...

Page 271: ...option with these radios This feature allows an iPod威 or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port located in the center of the instrument panel below the climate controls iPod威 control supports Mini 4G Photo Nano 5G iPod威 and iPhone威 devices Some iPod威 software versions may not fully support the iPod威 control features Please visit Apple s website for software updates NOTE If the radio h...

Page 272: ...rging and is ready for use by pressing radio switches as described below NOTE If the audio device battery is completely dis charged it may not communicate with the iPod威 USB MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod威 USB MP3 control system may charge it to the required level Using This Feature By using iPod cable or external USB device to ...

Page 273: ...o system Play Mode When switched to iPod威 USB MP3 control mode the iPod威 or external USB device automatically starts Play mode In Play mode the following buttons on the radio faceplate may be used to control the iPod威 or external USB device and display data Use the TUNE control knob to select the next or previous track Turning it clockwise forward by one click while playing a track skips to the ne...

Page 274: ...screen on the radio Pressing the REPEAT button will change the audio device mode to repeat the current playing track or press the VR button and say Repeat ON or Repeat Off Press the SCAN button to use iPod威 USB MP3 de vice scan mode which will play the first 10 seconds of each track in the current list and then forward to the next song To stop SCAN mode and start playing the desired track when it ...

Page 275: ... radio display press the TUNE control knob to select and start playing the track Turning the TUNE control knob fast will scroll through the list faster During fast scroll a slight delay in updating the information on the radio display may be noticeable During all List modes the iPod威 displays all lists in wrap around mode So if the track is at the bottom of the list just turn the wheel backward co...

Page 276: ...t Not all iPod威 or external USB device sub menu levels are available on this system MUSIC TYPE button The MUSIC TYPE button is another shortcut button to the genre listing on your audio device CAUTION Leaving the iPod威 or external USB device or any supported device anywhere in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can alter the operation or damage the device Follow the device manufactur er s guideli...

Page 277: ...ect phone system but just one can be selected and played Selecting Different Audio Device 1 Press PHONE button to begin 2 After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup then Select Audio Devices 3 Say the name of the audio device or ask the Uconnect phone system to list audio devices Next Track Use the SEEK UP button or press the VR button on the radio and say Next Track to jump to the ne...

Page 278: ... the rear surface of the steering wheel The left and right controls are rocker type switches with a pushbutton in the center of each switch Reach behind the steering wheel to access the switches Remote Sound System Controls Back View Of Steering Wheel 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 279: ...he center of the switch to tune to the next preset that you have programmed Left Hand Switch Functions For Media i e CD Operation Press the top of the switch once to listen to the next track Press the bottom of the switch once either to listen to the beginning of the current track or to listen to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play ...

Page 280: ...in playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or have protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be...

Page 281: ...ntrol Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven tilation system in any mode The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the O OFF position There are four blower speeds NOTE For vehicles equipped with Remote Start the climate controls will not function during Remote Start operation if the blower control is left in the O Off position Manual Tem...

Page 282: ...ctors may reduce airflow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance Mode Control Air Direction Rotate this control to choose from sev eral patterns of air distribution You can select either a primary mode as identified by the symbols on the con trol or a blend of two of these modes The closer the setting is to a particular symbol the more air distribution you receive from that mode Pan...

Page 283: ...t while reducing moisture on the windshield Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets Use this mode with maxi mum blower and temperature settings for best wind shield and side window defrosting NOTE The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the Air Conditioning A C button is not pressed This dehu midifies the air t...

Page 284: ...wed in Floor Mix or Defrost modes If the Recirculation button is depressed while in any of these modes the LED indicator will flash several times then go out Recirculation will be dis abled automatically is these modes are selected The A C can be deselected manually without disturb ing the mode control selection When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position the recirculation feature will...

Page 285: ... the A C compressor Then move the temperature control to the desired temperature Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped Automatic Operation The Automatic Temperature Control system automati cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger Automatic Temperature Control 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 ...

Page 286: ...tem completely and closes the outside air intake 72 F 22 C is the recommended setting for maximum comfort for the average person however this may vary NOTE The temperature setting can be adjusted at anytime without affecting automatic operation Pressing the Air Conditioning Control button while in AUTO mode will cause the LED in the control button to flash three times and then turn off This indica...

Page 287: ...position the blower will shut off Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic Mode Preferred Automatic or Blower and Mode Pre ferred Automatic This means the operator can override the blower the mode or both There is a manual blower range for times when the AUTO setting is not desired The blower can be set to any fix...

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Page 289: ...ture between the upper and lower outlets The warmer air flows to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets Mix Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window demist outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy con...

Page 290: ... illuminate NOTE When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position the recirculation feature will be cancelled In cold weather use of the Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging The Recirculation mode is not allowed in the floor defrost or Mix mode in order to improve window clearing Recirculation will be disabled automatically if these modes are selected Extended use of reci...

Page 291: ...ol settings for various weather condi tions Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating A solution of 50 ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant and 50 water is recommended Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for pro...

Page 292: ... air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the outside mirrors Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they enter the plenum they could plug the water drains In winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice slush and sn...

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Page 295: ...s To Start 299 After Starting 301 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 301 䡵 Automatic Transmission 302 Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock Systems 303 Key Ignition Park Interlock 303 Brake Transmission Interlock System 303 Four Speed Automatic Transmission If Equipped 304 Gear Ranges 304 Six Speed Automatic Transmission 62TE If Equipped 311 Gear Ranges 312 5 ...

Page 296: ...k Brake System ABS 328 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System 330 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 331 Traction Control System TCS 331 Brake Assist System BAS 331 Electronic Stability Control ESC 332 ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC Off Indicator Light 335 䡵 Tire Safety Information 336 Tire Markings 336 Tire Identification Number TIN 339 Tire Terminology And Definitions 340 Tire Loading And...

Page 297: ...e Of Tire 352 Replacement Tires 353 䡵 Tire Chains 354 䡵 Snow Tires 355 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 355 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 356 Base System 359 Premium System If Equipped 361 General Information 364 䡵 Fuel Requirements 365 Reformulated Gasoline 365 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 366 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 366 MMT In Gasoline 367 Materials Added To Fuel 367 Fuel System C...

Page 298: ... 373 䡵 Adding Fuel 373 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 373 Loose Filler Cap Message 375 䡵 Vehicle Loading 376 Vehicle Certification Label 376 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 376 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 376 Overloading 377 Loading 377 䡵 Trailer Towing 378 Common Towing Definitions 378 Trailer Hitch Classification 380 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 381 Trailer And Tongue Weight...

Page 299: ...䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 388 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 388 Recreational Towing All Models 389 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 ...

Page 300: ...rake pedal or the shift lever Automatic Transmission The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON position and you must press the brake pedal before shifting out of PARK Normal Starting NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without ...

Page 301: ... turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure Extreme Cold Weather Below 20 F or 29 C To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures use of an externally powered electric engine block heater avail able from your dealer is recommended If Engine Fails To Start WARNING Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body...

Page 302: ...llowed the Normal Starting or Extreme Cold Weather proce dures it may be flooded Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again If the engine is ...

Page 303: ...0 to 15 sec onds before trying again After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine and permits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the cord to a standard 110 115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded three wire extension cord The engine block heater cord is bundled under the hood betw...

Page 304: ...ing into any gear make sure your foot is firmly pressing on the brake pedal NOTE You MUST press and hold the brake pedal while shifting out of PARK WARNING It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose contro...

Page 305: ...Park Interlock This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK OFF position The key fob can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the LOCK OFF position and once removed the shift lever is locked in PARK NOTE If a malfunction occurs the system will trap the key i...

Page 306: ... accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when moving the shift lever between these gears Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission The engine can be started in this range Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle i...

Page 307: ... you have placed it in PARK Make sure the transmission is in PARK before leaving the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or...

Page 308: ... is locked in the PARK position securing the vehicle against unwanted movement Continued WARNING Continued When leaving the vehicle always remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or...

Page 309: ...ng into PARK move the shift lever all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is fully seated Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position With brake pedal released verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEU...

Page 310: ...upshifts and down shifts and the best fuel economy The transmission automatically upshifts through all forward gears The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteris tics under all normal operating conditions When frequent transmission shifting occurs such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi tions in hilly terrain traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy tr...

Page 311: ...erating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up The 3 range should also be used when descending steep grades to avoid brake system distress LOW This range should be used for engine braking when descending very steep grades In this range the trans mission will downshift for maximum engine bra...

Page 312: ...uthorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience Your authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur If the transmission cannot be reset dealer service is required Overdrive Operation The automatic transmission includes an electronically controlled Overdrive fourth gear The transmission will automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if the follow ing con...

Page 313: ...tly warm will demon strate that the transmission is able to shift into and out of Overdrive Six Speed Automatic Transmission 62TE If Equipped The shift lever position display located in the instrument panel cluster indicates the transmission gear range You must press the brake pedal to move the shift lever out of the PARK position refer to Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System in this section ...

Page 314: ...r to the left or right while in the AutoStick威 position below the Drive position will manually select the transmission gear and will display the current gear in the instrument cluster as 6 5 4 3 2 1 Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission The engine can be started in this...

Page 315: ...r out of PARK As an added precau tion turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade WARNING Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely i...

Page 316: ... the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Continued WARNING Continued Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle always apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK and remove the ignition key Once the key is rem...

Page 317: ...ers could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever CAUTION Before moving the shift lever out of PARK you must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK OFF position to the ON RUN position and also press the brake pedal Otherwise damage to the shift lever could result DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRA...

Page 318: ...e when vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with engine running The engine may be started in this range Set the parking brake and shift the trans mission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle WARNING Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions You might lose control of...

Page 319: ...ssion life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup During cold temperatures transmission operation may be modified depending on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle speed This feature im proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to achieve maximum efficiency Engagement of the torque converter clutch is inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm refer to the N...

Page 320: ...m is no longer detected the transmission will return to normal operation NOTE Even if the transmission can be reset we recom mend that you visit an authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience Your authorized dealer has diag nostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur If the transmission cannot be reset authorized dealer service is required Overdrive Operation The automatic...

Page 321: ...en cold This is normal Using the AutoStick威 feature when the transmission is sufficiently warm will demonstrate that the transmission is able to shift into and out of Overdrive AUTOSTICK姞 IF EQUIPPED AutoStick威 is a driver interactive feature providing manual shift control giving you more control of the vehicle AutoStick威 allows you to maximize engine brak ing eliminate undesirable upshifts and do...

Page 322: ...n snowy or icy conditions To select second gear after the vehicle is brought to a stop tap the shift lever to the right once Avoid using speed control when AutoStick威 is en gaged The transmission will automatically shift up when maximum engine speed is reached while AutoStick威 is engaged Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when AutoStick威 is engaged If a downshift would cause the engine ...

Page 323: ...is likely to be poor traction ice snow wet mud loose sand etc Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface This is hydroplaning and may cause 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 t...

Page 324: ...lt 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 ...

Page 325: ... cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s braking capabilities which increases stop ping distances Therefore after driving through st...

Page 326: ...ered 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 ...

Page 327: ...als 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 328: ...itch ON the Brake Warning Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate NOTE When the parking brake is applied and the transmis sion is placed in gear the Brake Warning Light will flash If vehicle speed is detected a chime will sound to alert the driver Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle This light only shows that the parking brake is ap plied It does not show ...

Page 329: ...hicle Continued WARNING Continued Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before drivin...

Page 330: ...dding on slippery surfaces WARNING Pumping of the anti lock brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to a collision Pumping makes the stopping distance longer Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys ics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that af forded by ...

Page 331: ...Lock Brake Warning Light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of anti lock brakes If the Anti Lock Brake Warning Light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position have the bulb repaired as soon as possible If both the Brake Warning Light and the Anti Lock Brake Warning Light remain on the Anti Lock Brake ABS and Electronic...

Page 332: ...sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment This interfer ence can cause possible loss of anti lock braking capability Installation of such equipment should be performed by qualified professionals All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated t...

Page 333: ...iven axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in the Partial Off mode Refer to Electronic Stability Control ESC in this section of this manual Brake Assist System BAS The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle s ...

Page 334: ...stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESC cor rects for over under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter acting the over under steer condition Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to deter mine the vehicle path intended by the driver and com pares it t...

Page 335: ...fety or the safety of others ESC Operating Modes All ESC equipped vehicles can choose the following ESC operating modes ESC On This is the normal operating mode for ESC Whenever the vehicle is started the ESC system will be in this mode This mode should be used for almost all driving situa tions ESC should only be turned to Partial Off for specific reasons as noted below Partial ESC Mode This mode...

Page 336: ...ction feature of ESC is disabled Therefore enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC system is re duced NOTE To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with snow chains or starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch to the Partial Off mode by pressing the ESC Off switch Once the situa tion requiring ESC to be switched to the Partial Off mode is overcome turn ESC ...

Page 337: ... to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light also flashes when TCS is active If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash during ac celeration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions NOTE The ESC ...

Page 338: ...er P is absent from this tire size designation Example 215 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo rary emergency use only T...

Page 339: ...Designation P Passenger car tire size based on U S design standards ⴖ blank ⴖ Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards T or S Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Constructio...

Page 340: ...ting conditions 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 ind...

Page 341: ...ies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location two digits L9 Code representing the tire size two digits ABCD Code used by the tire manufacturer one to four digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means the 3rd week ...

Page 342: ...d in units of PSI pounds per square inch or kPa kilopascals Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire The maximum inflation pres sure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placard A pap...

Page 343: ...er s side door Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 total weight your vehicle can carry 3 tire size designed for your vehicle 4 cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information Placard 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 ...

Page 344: ...he statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed ...

Page 345: ...o your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the sea...

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Page 347: ...cted by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handlin...

Page 348: ...ide Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar or rear edge of the driver s side door Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition These pressure con ditions will be found in the Supplementa...

Page 349: ...ire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 kPa for every 12 F 7 C for this outside temperature ...

Page 350: ... ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause a collision Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing Consult your authorized tire dealer for radial tire repairs Spare Tire Matc...

Page 351: ...ary spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result Compact Spare Tire If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the driver s side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire Compact spare tire descriptions begin ...

Page 352: ...tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use full size spare tire needs to be replaced Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire replace or repair the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity Limited Use Spare If Equipped The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use only This tire is identified by a label located on t...

Page 353: ...esult in loss of vehicle control Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or icy conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping Refer to Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in What To Do In Emergencies for further information WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause t...

Page 354: ...the bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 in 2 mm When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the tire should be replaced Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven 1 Worn Tire 2 New Tire 352 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 355: ...aph on Tread Wear Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard for the size designation of your tire The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the Tire Safety Information section of this manual for more information relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire It is recommen...

Page 356: ...eel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have a collision Continued WARNING Continued Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can r...

Page 357: ...above 75 mph 120 km h refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures While studded tires improve performance on ice skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non studded tires Some states pro hibit studded tires therefore local laws should be checked before using these tir...

Page 358: ...d The suggested rotation method is the rearward cross shown in the following diagram This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM TPMS The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom mended cold placard pressure The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about ...

Page 359: ...nd natural pressure loss through the tire The TPM System will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condition exists and will not turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the recom mended cold placard pressure Once the low tire pressure warning Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light illumi nates you must increase the tire pressure to the recom mended cold placard ...

Page 360: ... optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when us ing replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage Do not use aftermarket tire sealants or balance beads if your vehicle is...

Page 361: ...en if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire Base System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounte...

Page 362: ...0 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information Check TPMS Warning The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid when a system fault is detected The system fault will also sound a chime If the ignition key is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists The Tire Pressure Monitor...

Page 363: ... will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid 5 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire Pres sure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF as long no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires The vehicle may need to...

Page 364: ...ould this occur you should stop as soon as possible and inflate all tires with low pressure those flashing in the EVIC graphic to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure value Once the system receives the updated tire pressures the system will automatically update the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flash ing and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off The vehicle m...

Page 365: ...ith TPM sensors The EVIC will also display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds when a system fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is detected In this case the CHECK TPM SYSTEM mes sage is then followed with a graphic display with pres sure values still shown This indicates that the pressure values are still being received from the TPM sensors but they may not be...

Page 366: ...and then display dashes in place of the pressure value 5 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare the TPMS will update automatically In addition the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF and the graphic in the EVIC will display a new pressure value instead of dashes as long no tire pressure is below the low pres...

Page 367: ...Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experi ence these symptoms try another brand of gasoline before considering service for the vehicle Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications the World wide Fuel Charter WWFC which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions perfor...

Page 368: ...se the Malfunction Indicator Light to illumi nate Pump labels should clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater than 10 Ethanol Problems that result from using gasoline containing 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 gaso...

Page 369: ...mance in some vehicles The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without MMT be used in your vehicle The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump therefore you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United Stat...

Page 370: ... engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate service Contact your authorized dealer for service assistance Continued CAUTION Continued The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended Most of these products contain high concentra tions of methanol Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fue...

Page 371: ...inued WARNING Continued Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnor mal conditions repaired promptly Until repaired drive with all side windows fully open Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle FLEXIBLE FUEL 3 6L...

Page 372: ...anol Fuel E 85 E 85 is a mixture of approximately 85 fuel ethanol and 15 unleaded gasoline WARNING Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury Never have any smok ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov ing the fuel filler tube cap gas cap or filling the tank Do not use E 85 as a cleaning agent and never use it near an open flame E 85 Fuel Cap 370 STA...

Page 373: ...ring warm up NOTE When the ambient temperature is above 90 F 32 C you may experience hard starting and rough idle following start up even if the above recommendations are followed Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully compatible with E 85 and may form deposits in your engine To eliminate driveability issues that may be caused by these deposits a supplemental gasoline additive such ...

Page 374: ...gine is fully warmed up NOTE Use of the engine block heater if equipped is beneficial for E 85 startability when the ambient tempera ture is less than 32 F 0 C Cruising Range Because E 85 fuel contains less energy per gallon liter than gasoline you will experience an increase in fuel consumption You can expect your miles per gallon mpg miles per liter and your driving range to decrease by about 30...

Page 375: ...in cold starting and may affect driveability ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door on the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle Fuel Filler Door 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 ...

Page 376: ...ystem or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap gas cap A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc tion Indicator Light MIL to turn on To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle w...

Page 377: ...he gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full Loose Filler Cap Message If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap in loose improperly installed or damaged a gASCAP message will be displayed in the instrument cluster Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard This is an indication that the...

Page 378: ... of Vehicle Month Day and Hour of Manufacture MDH The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers and cargo The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the...

Page 379: ...ht on the front and rear of the vehicle separately It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten useful service life Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase the vehicle s GVWR Loading To load your vehicle properly first figure out its empty weight axle by axle and side by side ...

Page 380: ...llowing information Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Refer to Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certification Label in Starting and Operating for further information Gross Trailer Weight GTW The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus ...

Page 381: ...You could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision Trailer Tongue Weight TW The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer In most cases it should not be less than or more than 10 of the trailer load You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle Frontal Area The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the maximum width of the front of...

Page 382: ...e Max GTW towable for your given drivetrain Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight ...

Page 383: ...lbs 45 kg Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds Note 1 The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo and it should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard Refer to Tire Safety Information in Starting and Operating for further information Note 2 Enclosed trailers or open utility trailers with...

Page 384: ... or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions Never exceed the maximum trailer tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle The trailer ...

Page 385: ...rear suspension of the tow vehicle decreasing vehicle stability Negative trailer tongue weight could cause the trailer to squat and potentially become disengaged from the tow vehicle resulting in a runaway trailer condition Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle drive train components the following guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Do not tow a trailer at all during t...

Page 386: ... to brakes axle engine transmission steering suspension chassis structure or tires Continued WARNING Continued Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade When...

Page 387: ...n pres sures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for informa tion on tread wear indicators and for proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to Tires General Infor mation in Starting and Operating for information on replacement tires and for proper tire replacement...

Page 388: ...ld lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hydraulic brake lines It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have a collision Towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance When towing you should allow for ad dition...

Page 389: ...LY TOW a trailer for more than 45 min utes of continuous operation then change the automatic transmission fluid and filter according to the interval specified for police taxi fleet or frequent trailer tow ing Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals NOTE Check the four speed automatic transmission fluid level before towing Six speed transmissions do not require a flui...

Page 390: ... trans mission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground All Models Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front OK Rear NOT ALLOWED On Trailer ALL OK 388 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 391: ...structions 2 Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly 3 Firmly apply the parking brake Place the transmis sion in PARK 4 Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly following the dolly manufacturer s instructions CAUTION DO NOT flat tow this vehicle Damage to the drivetrain will result Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmission dam age Damage from i...

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Page 393: ... Tire Changing 394 Jack Location 394 Spare Tire Stowage 394 Preparations For Jacking 395 Jacking Instructions 396 Road Tire Installation 402 䡵 Jump Starting 405 Preparations For Jump Start 406 Jump Starting Procedure 408 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 409 䡵 Shift Lever Override 411 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 412 Automatic Transmission 413 Without The Ignition Key 414 6 ...

Page 394: ...will continue to operate even though the ignition is placed in the OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion On the highways Slow down In city traffic While stopped put transaxle in NEUTRAL but do not increase en...

Page 395: ...WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot Engine Oil Overheating 2 4L Engine Only If Equipped During sustained high speed driving or tr...

Page 396: ...put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Continued WARNING Continued Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle s...

Page 397: ...e a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 2 Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers 3 Set the parking brake 4 Place the shift lever into PARK automatic transmis sion or REVERSE manual transmission 5 Turn OFF the ignition Spare Tire and Jack Stowage 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3...

Page 398: ... tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in PARK a manual transmission in REVERSE Never st...

Page 399: ...nge If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic To assure that spare tires flat or inflated are securely stowed spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle NOTE Refer to the Compact Spare Tire section of Tires General ...

Page 400: ...mbly NOTE The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack with two attachment points When the jack is partially expanded the tension between the two attachment points holds the jack handle in place 2 Loosen but do not remove the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground Removing Jack Handle From Jack 398 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 401: ...o raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in Step 3 3 There is a front and rear jacking location on each side of the vehicle Jacking Locations Front Jacking Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 399 ...

Page 402: ...could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right using the swivel wrench Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability 6 Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and wheel ...

Page 403: ...njury handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges 7 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left 8 Finish tightening the nuts Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice The correct wheel nut torque is 100 ft lbs 135 N m If you doubt that you have ...

Page 404: ...n as possible 11 Check the tire pressure as soon as possible Correct the tire pressure as required Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1 Mount the road tire on the axle 2 To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers install two lug nuts on the mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the n...

Page 405: ...the jack do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury 5 Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 6 Finish tightening the lug nuts Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tighten...

Page 406: ...WARNING To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury 3 Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 4 Finish tightening the lug nuts Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage Tighten the lug n...

Page 407: ...rous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully NOTE When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer s operating instructions and precautions CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur W...

Page 408: ...t headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash shield To allow jump starting there are remote battery posts located on the left side of the engine compartment Remote Battery Posts 1 Remote Positive Post covered with protective cap 2 Remote Negative Post 406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 409: ...gas which is flammable and explosive Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories 3 Remove the protective cover over the remote positive battery post To remove the cover press the locking tab and pull upward on the cover 4 If u...

Page 410: ...the positive end of the jumper cable to the remote positive post of the discharged vehicle 2 Connect the opposite end of the positive jumper cable to the positive post of the booster battery 3 Connect the negative end of the jumper cable to the negative post of the booster battery 4 Connect the opposite end of the negative jumper cable to the remote negative post of the vehicle with the discharged...

Page 411: ...e remote positive post of the discharged vehicle 10 Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi tive battery post of the discharged vehicle If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system in spected at your authorized dealer CAUTION Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle s batter...

Page 412: ...uring prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with Electronic Stability Control ESC turn the system to Partial OFF before attempting to rock the vehicle Refer to Elec tronic Brake Control in Starting and Operating for further information CAUTION When rocking a stuck vehicle by moving be tween DRIVE and REVERSE do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h or ...

Page 413: ...ion occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever 1 Firmly apply the parking brake 2 Remove the cupholder liner 3 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position without starting the engine 4 Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal 5 Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the hole at the fr...

Page 414: ...ther equipment designed for the purpose following equip ment manufacturer s instructions Use of safety chains is mandatory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated brackets State and local laws applying to vehicles under tow must be observed If you must use the accessories wipers defrosters etc while being towed the ignition mus...

Page 415: ...ing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed If flatbed equipment is not available and the transmis sion is operable the vehicle may be flat towed with all four wheels on the ground under the following condi tions The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL The towing distance must not exceed 15 mi 24 km The towing speed must not exceed 25 mph 40 km h If the transmission is not oper...

Page 416: ...ferred towing method However if a flatbed towing vehicle is not available wheel lift towing equip ment may be used Rear towing with the front wheels on the ground is not allowed as transmission damage will occur If rear towing is the only alternative the front wheels must be placed on a towing dolly Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle CAUTION Failure to follow the...

Page 417: ... 419 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 420 䡵 Replacement Parts 421 䡵 Dealer Service 421 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 422 Engine Oil 423 Engine Oil Filter 426 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 427 Maintenance Free Battery 427 Air Conditioner Maintenance 429 A C Air Filter If Equipped 430 Body Lubrication 431 Windshield Wiper Blades 432 Adding Washer Fluid 433 7 ...

Page 418: ...6 Cleaning Center Console Cupholders 452 䡵 Fuses 453 Integrated Power Module 453 䡵 Vehicle Storage 458 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 458 䡵 Bulb Replacement 459 Headlamp 459 Fog Lamps 461 Backup Lamps 461 License Plate Lamp 462 䡵 Fluid Capacities 463 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 464 Engine 464 Chassis 465 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 419: ...Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 Engine Oil Fill 3 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 Coolant Pressure Cap 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Integrated Power Module Fuses 11 Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 Power Distribution Center Fuses 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 ...

Page 420: ...Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 Air Cleaner Filter 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 Engine Oil Fill 4 Integrated Power Module Fuses 8 Washer Fluid Reservoir 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 421: ...eed towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will so...

Page 422: ...ine is running and that the OBD II system is ready for testing Normally the OBD II system will be ready The OBD II system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can us...

Page 423: ...ould in order for your OBD II system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD II system is ready or not if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engi...

Page 424: ...t me chanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the future CAUTION Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per form repairs and service when ...

Page 425: ...als such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Do not check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and only when the engine is hot will improve the a...

Page 426: ...for further information NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8 000 miles 13 000 km or six months whichever occurs first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recom mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum In...

Page 427: ...ngine Compart ment in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further informa tion Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade 3 6L Engine SAE 5W 30 engine oil is preferred for all operating temperatures The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehic...

Page 428: ...aken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your authorized dealer service station or 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...

Page 429: ...f replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR威 engine air cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended Maintenance Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic main tenance required NOTE The battery is stored in a compartme...

Page 430: ...to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked posi tive and negative and are identified on the battery case Cable cla...

Page 431: ...WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode injuring you Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail requiring costly repairs Refer to Warranty Information Book located on the DVD for further warranty information The air conditioning sys...

Page 432: ...ng or personal injury may result The A C Air Filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box Perform the following procedure to re place the filter 1 Open the glove box and remove all contents 2 Push in on the sides of the glove box and lower the door 3 Disconnect the glove box door dampener from the slot on the side of the box This is done by grasping the dampener connector on the o...

Page 433: ...ove box door dampener and glove box Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks door hinge pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubri cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as MOPAR威 Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure quiet easy operation and to protect against rust and wear Prior to the appli...

Page 434: ...s 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 Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Make sure that they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on ...

Page 435: ...xceeds the temperature range of your climate This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintain...

Page 436: ...aust system Do not park or operate your ve hicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn CAUTION The catalytic converter requires the use of un leaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con trol device and may seriously reduce engine per formance and cause serious damage to the engine Damage to the catalytic conver...

Page 437: ...rmal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam age Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by ...

Page 438: ...ifreeze 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 for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness...

Page 439: ...oon as possible Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use addi tional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the engine coolant antifreeze and may plug the radiator This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based engine coolant anti freeze Use of Propylene Glycol based en...

Page 440: ... ized water when mixing the water engine coolant antifreeze solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated NOTE Mixing engine coolant ant...

Page 441: ...to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by ani mals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child or pet seek emergency assistance immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Coolant Level Four Cylinder Engines the coolant bottle provides a quic...

Page 442: ...por ized when the thermostat opens allowing hot engine coolant antifreeze to enter the radiator If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle Check engine coolant antifreeze freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If engine co...

Page 443: ... performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage You would not have yo...

Page 444: ...by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Re fer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your b...

Page 445: ...uld be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami nate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure This could result in a collision Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission and differential assembly are contained within a single housing The fluid level in the ...

Page 446: ... to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information Special Additives Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple mental additives Therefore do not add any fluid addi tives to the transmission The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks In addition a...

Page 447: ...r cold Hot fluid is approximately 180 F 82 C which is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle is driven at least 15 miles 24 km Hot fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips Cold fluid is at a temperature below 80 F 27 C 7 Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated Then remove dipstick and note the reading a If the fluid is hot the reading should be in the crosshatc...

Page 448: ... is re seated properly Fluid Level Check Six Speed Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer serviced only Transmission Fluid And Filter Changes Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals In addition change the fluid and filter if the transmission is disassembled for any reason Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protectio...

Page 449: ...ects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Washing Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using MOPAR威 Car Wash or equiva lent or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle use MOPAR威 Super Kleen Bug and Tar ...

Page 450: ... the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de ice...

Page 451: ...acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel s pro tective finish Only MOPAR威 Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the pos...

Page 452: ...vents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products Interior Care Instrument Panel Cover The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which minimizes reflections in the windshield Do not use protectants or other products which may cause undesirable reflections Use soap and warm water to restore the low glare surface Cleaning Interior Trim Interior Trim should be cleaned starting w...

Page 453: ...s Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPAR威 Glass Cleaner or any commercial household type glass cleaner Never use an abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped wi...

Page 454: ...lace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly Cleaning Center Console Cupholders Removal Grab the rubber portion of the cupholder and lift upward Cleaning Soak the rubber cupholder liner in a mixture of medium hot tap water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap Let soak for approximately one hour After one hour pull the liner from the water and dip it back...

Page 455: ...ins cartridge fuses and mini fuses A label that identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover Refer to the graphic below for FUSES TIPM location Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 40 Amp Green Power Top Module If Equipped 2 20 Amp Yellow Brake Vacuum Pump Integrated Power Module 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 ...

Page 456: ...en Ignition Off Draw IOD Sense 1 8 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw IOD Sense 2 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 9 40 Amp Green Battery Feed Power Seats If Equipped 10 20 Amp Yellow Instrument Panel Power Locks Interior Lights 11 15 Amp Lt Blue Selectable Power Outlet Inside Cen ter Arm Rest 12 13 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Cigar Lighter 14 10 Amp Red Instrument Panel 15 40 Amp Green Radiator...

Page 457: ...low Audio Amplifier If Equipped 20 15 Amp Lt Blue Radio 21 10 Amp Red Siren If Equipped Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 22 10 Amp Red Ignition Run Cli mate Controls Hot Cupholder If Equipped 23 15 Amp Lt Blue Auto Shutdown ASD Relay 3 24 25 Amp Natural Sunroof If Equipped 25 10 Amp Red Ignition Run Heated Mirrors If Equipped 26 15 Amp Lt Blue Auto Shutdown ASD Relay 2 7 MAINTAINING YOU...

Page 458: ...straint Control ler ORC 29 Hot Car No Fuse Required 30 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Run Heated Seats If Equipped Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 31 Spare 32 30 Amp Pink Auto Shutdown ASD Relay 1 33 10 Amp Red Switch Bank Diagnostic Link Connector Powertrain Control Module PCM 34 30 Amp Pink Anti Lock Brakes ABS Module If Equipped Electronic Stability Control ESC Module If Equipped 456 MAINTA...

Page 459: ...ortant to ensure the cover is prop erly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power Module and possibly result in an electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over load I...

Page 460: ... in the fresh air and high blower setting This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again REPLACEMENT BULBS All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb No Front Courtesy Reading Lamp 578 W5W Center Courtesy Readi...

Page 461: ...rviced at Authorized Dealer Backup Lamp 921 License Lamp W5W BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp 1 Raise the hood and locate the connector behind the headlamp NOTE It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner filter housing and position the totally integrated power module aside prior to replacing the low beam headlamp on the driver s side of the vehicle 2 Reach into engine compartment and from behind the l...

Page 462: ...r fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life 4 Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb 5 If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol 6 Reinsert the bulb and socket assembly and rotate clockwise 1 4 turn to secure 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 463: ...he bulb off of connector and replace with a new one CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol Backup Lamps 1 Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner behind the tail lamp 2 Remove the two plastic wing nuts from the tail lamp housing 7 MAINTAIN...

Page 464: ...g 4 Twist and remove socket from lamp 5 Remove bulb from socket and replace License Plate Lamp 1 Remove two retaining screws holding the light lens in place 2 Gently pry the lamp assembly loose 3 Pull bulb from socket replace and reattach the lamp assembly with the two retaining screws 462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 465: ... API Certified 4 5 Quarts 4 4 Liters 3 6L Engine SAE 5W 30 API Certified 6 Quarts 5 6 Liters Cooling System 2 4L Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 7 7 Quarts 7 3 Liters 3 6L Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 11 6 Quarts 11 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHIC...

Page 466: ...er to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil 3 6L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W 30 Engine Oil meeting Chrysler Material Stan dard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs 2 4L Engine except PZEV ZFR5F 11 Gap 0 043 in 1 1 mm Spark Plugs 2 4L with PZEV ZFR5AP Gap 0 031 in 0 8 mm Spark...

Page 467: ...PAR威 ATF 4威 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4威 product Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR威 Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR威 ATF 4威 Automatic Transmis sion Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4威 product 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHI...

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Page 469: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Maintenance Schedule 468 Required Maintenance Intervals 470 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 470: ...hange is necessary On Non EVIC equipped vehicles Change Oil will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime will sound indicating that an oil change is necessary Based on engine operation conditions the oil change indicator message will illuminate This means that ser vice is required for your vehicle Operating conditions such as frequent short trips trailer tow extremely hot or co...

Page 471: ... Description Odometer Trip Odom eter in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information 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 only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark Check the windshie...

Page 472: ...TION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 470 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 473: ... even if it occurs before 16 000 miles 26 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Perform the first inspection at 16 000 miles 26 000 km or 12 months Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends ...

Page 474: ...ter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 32 000 miles 52 000 km Replace the spark plugs 2 4L Engine Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Adjust parking brake on all vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals ...

Page 475: ...t sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 48 000 miles 78 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cra...

Page 476: ... miles 104 000 km Replace the spark plugs 2 4L Engine Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Adjust parking brake on all vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Inspec...

Page 477: ...gn of irregular wear even if it occurs before 80 000 miles 130 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 104 000 miles 169 000 km whichever comes first Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the ...

Page 478: ...fore 96 000 miles 156 000 km Replace the spark plugs 2 4L Engine Replace the spark plugs 3 6L Engine Inspect and replace PCV Valve if necessary Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Adjust parking brake on all vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the fron...

Page 479: ...e Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 112 000 miles 182 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect t...

Page 480: ...ngine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 128 000 miles 208 000 km Replace the spark plugs 2 4L Engine Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Adjust parking brake on all vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the front suspensio...

Page 481: ...irst sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 144 000 miles 234 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals fo...

Page 482: ...your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 152 000 Miles 247 000 km or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 152 000 miles 247 000 km Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signa...

Page 483: ...If You Need Assistance 483 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 484 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 484 In Mexico Contact 484 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 485 Service Contract 485 䡵 Warranty Information 486 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 486 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 486 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 486 In Canada 487 䡵 Publication Order Forms 487 9 ...

Page 484: ...䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 489 Treadwear 489 Traction Grades 489 Temperature Grades 490 482 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 485: ...end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We wa...

Page 486: ...acturer s customer cen ter should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 423 6343 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 P...

Page 487: ...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 488: ...ear contain or emit chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARRANTY INFORMATION See the Warranty Information Booklet located on the DVD for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market MOPAR姞 PARTS MOPAR威 fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized deale...

Page 489: ...n about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans port Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1 800 333 0510 or go to http www tc gc ca roadsafety...

Page 490: ...nts and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled ve hicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshooting and drivability procedures proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These Owner s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering...

Page 491: ...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 492: ...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...

Page 493: ...INDEX 10 ...

Page 494: ...e Tires 346 Airbag 58 67 Airbag Deployment 68 Airbag Light 65 66 71 87 197 Airbag Maintenance 70 Airbag Side 61 64 66 67 Airbag Window Side Curtain 62 64 67 Alarm System Security Alarm 19 204 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 240 266 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 328 Anti Lock Warning Light 328 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Alarm 19 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 437 463 Dispos...

Page 495: ...n 341 Battery 427 Jump Starting 30 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 26 Location 427 Belts Seat 87 Body Mechanism Lubrication 431 Brake Assist System 331 Brake System 441 Anti Lock ABS 328 Fluid Check 441 465 Master Cylinder 441 Parking 326 Warning Light 199 Brake Parking 326 Brake Transmission Interlock 303 Brakes 441 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 84 Bulb Replacement 458 459 Bulbs Light ...

Page 496: ...hecks Safety 85 Child Restraint 72 74 79 82 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 77 79 Child Safety Locks 34 Cigar Lighter 180 Clean Air Gasoline 365 Cleaning Wheels 449 Windshield Wiper Blades 432 Climate Control 279 Clock 226 245 254 Coin Holder 182 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 278 Compact Spare Tire 349 Compass 210 216 Compass Calibration 217 Compass Variance 218 Computer Trip Travel 21 215 Connector ...

Page 497: ...ion Module 21 Cruise Light 203 Cupholders 147 180 452 Customer Assistance 483 Customer Programmable Features 221 Data Recorder Event 71 Daytime Running Lights 154 Dealer Service 421 Defroster Rear Window 186 Defroster Windshield 87 281 287 Delay Intermittent Wipers 30 157 Diagnostic System Onboard 419 Dimmer Switch Headlight 152 Dipsticks Automatic Transmission 445 446 Oil Engine 423 Power Steerin...

Page 498: ... 39 40 Emergency In Case of Jacking 394 Jump Starting 405 Towing 412 Emission Control System Maintenance 420 Engine 417 Air Cleaner 427 Block Heater 301 Break In Recommendations 84 Checking Oil Level 423 Compartment 418 Compartment Identification 418 Coolant Antifreeze 436 464 Cooling 436 Exhaust Gas Caution 86 369 Fails to Start 299 Flooded Starting 299 Fuel Requirements 365 463 Jump Starting 405...

Page 499: ...or Lights 89 Fabric Care 450 Filler Location Fuel 196 373 Filters Air Cleaner 427 Air Conditioning 290 430 Automatic Transmission 446 Engine Oil 426 464 Engine Oil Disposal 426 Flash To Pass 153 Flashers 392 Hazard Warning 392 Turn Signal 89 461 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range 372 Engine Oil 371 Fuel Requirements 369 371 Maintenance 373 Replacement Parts 372 Starting 372 Flooded Engine Start...

Page 500: ...Adding 373 Additives 367 Clean Air 365 Ethanol 366 Filler Cap Gas Cap 196 373 Filler Door Gas Cap 196 Gasoline 365 Gauge 196 Light 197 Materials Added 367 Methanol 366 Octane Rating 365 464 Requirements 365 463 Tank Capacity 463 Fuel System Caution 374 Fuel Flexible 369 Fueling 373 Fuses 453 Garage Door Opener HomeLink 164 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 373 375 419 Gasoline Clean Air 365 Gasoline Reformu...

Page 501: ... Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 322 Hazard Warning Flasher 392 Head Restraints 143 Headlights 459 Bulb Replacement 459 Cleaning 449 High Beam 152 209 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 152 On With Wipers 159 Passing 153 Switch 150 Heated Seats 137 Heater 279 Heater Engine Block 301 Hitches Trailer Towing 380 HomeLink Garage Door Opener Transmitter 164 Hood Release 148 Ignition 13 Key 12 13...

Page 502: ...ay Wipers 157 Introduction 4 Jack Location 394 Jack Operation 394 396 Jacking Instructions 396 Jump Starting 405 Key In Reminder 15 Key Programming 17 Key Replacement 17 Key Sentry Immobilizer 16 Keyless Entry System 21 Keyless Entry System Sedan 21 Keys 12 Knee Bolster 58 Lane Change and Turn Signals 204 461 Lane Change Assist 152 Lap Shoulder Belts 44 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren ...

Page 503: ...am Indicator 209 Illuminated Entry 21 Instrument Cluster 150 Interior 155 License 462 Lights On Reminder 154 Low Fuel 197 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 207 Map Reading 155 Oil Pressure 198 Passing 153 Seat Belt Reminder 197 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 19 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 204 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 205 356 Traction Control 335 Turn Signal 89 152 204 461 Voltage 197 Warning Inst...

Page 504: ... Engine 207 420 Manual Service 487 Map Reading Lights 155 Master Cylinder Brakes 441 Methanol 366 Mini Trip Computer 210 215 Mirrors 95 Automatic Dimming 95 Electric Powered 97 Outside 98 Rearview 95 Vanity 99 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 356 Mopar Parts 421 486 MTBE ETBE 366 New Vehicle Break In Period 84 Occupant Restraints 64 68 Occupant Restraints Sedan 40 6...

Page 505: ...tion 424 463 Synthetic 426 Viscosity 425 463 Onboard Diagnostic System 419 420 Opener Garage Door HomeLink 164 Operator Manual Owner s Manual 4 Overheating Engine 392 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 4 487 Paint Care 446 Panic Alarm 25 Parking Brake 326 Passing Light 153 Personal Settings 221 Pets 84 Phone Cellular 99 Phone Hands Free Uconnect 99 Placard Tire and Loading Information 341 Power Door L...

Page 506: ... 147 Rear Window Defroster 186 Rear Window Features 186 Rearview Mirrors 95 Recorder Event Data 71 Recreational Towing 388 Reformulated Gasoline 365 Refrigerant 430 Reminder Seat Belt 56 Remote Control Door Locks 21 Security Alarm 19 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 21 Remote Keyless Entry Sedan 21 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 276 Remote Starting System 27 Remote Trunk Release 39 Replacement Bulbs 4...

Page 507: ...Seat Belt Reminder 56 Seat Belts 87 Adjustable Shoulder Belt 49 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 49 And Pregnant Women 57 Child Restraint 72 73 82 Extender 57 Front Seat 44 45 Inspection 87 Operating Instructions 45 Pretensioners 52 Rear Seat 44 Reminder 197 Untwisting Procedure 48 Seat Belts Sedan 40 Seats 134 Adjustment 139 Cleaning 147 Heated 137 Lumbar Support 141 Power 135 Rear Folding 146...

Page 508: ...ters 290 Signals Turn 89 461 Slippery Surfaces Driving On 321 Snow Chains Tire Chains 354 Snow Tires 355 Spare Tire 349 350 394 Specifications Oil 424 Speed Control Cruise Control 161 203 Speedometer 196 Starting 298 Engine Fails to Start 299 Starting and Operating 298 Starting Procedures 298 Steering Power 324 325 Tilt Column 160 Wheel Tilt 160 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 276 Steering Wheel Mou...

Page 509: ...g Column 160 Time Delay Headlight 151 Tire and Loading Information Placard 341 Tire Identification Number TIN 339 Tire Markings 336 Tire Safety Information 336 Tires 89 345 489 Aging Life of Tires 352 Air Pressure 345 Chains 354 Changing 394 Compact Spare 349 General Information 345 High Speed 347 Inflation Pressures 346 Jacking 394 Life of Tires 352 Load Capacity 341 342 Pressure Monitor System T...

Page 510: ... Minimum Requirements 383 Trailer and Tongue Weight 382 Trailer Towing Guide 381 Trailer Weight 381 Transaxle Automatic 13 298 Autostick 319 Selection of Lubricant 465 Transmission Automatic 302 443 Filter 446 Maintenance 443 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 26 Transmitter Programming Remote Keyless Entry 26 Transmitter Garage Door Opener HomeLink 164 Transporting Pets 84 Tread Wea...

Page 511: ...ors 99 Variance Compass 218 Vehicle Certification Label 376 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Loading 342 376 377 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage 289 458 Vehicle Theft Alarm Security Alarm 19 Viscosity Engine Oil 425 Voice Recognition System VR 129 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 196 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 486 Washer Adding Fluid 43...

Page 512: ...gging 290 Windows 35 Power 35 Windshield Defroster 87 281 287 Windshield Washers 156 158 Fluid 433 Windshield Wiper Blades 432 Windshield Wipers 156 Wiper Blade Replacement 432 Wipers Intermittent 157 510 INDEX ...

Page 513: ...nection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shie...

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