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The most common causes are:

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Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation.

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Stone and gravel impact.

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Insects, tree sap, and tar.

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Salt in the air near seacoast localities.

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Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.

Washing

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Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-
hicle in the shade using MOPAR

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Car Wash or a mild

car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with
clear water.

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If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu-
lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR

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Super Kleen Bug

and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove.

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Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR

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Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect
your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint.

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Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing
that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint
finish.

CAUTION!

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Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring powder that will
scratch metal and painted surfaces.

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Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi
(8 274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of
paint and decals.

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for Journey 2011

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

Page 2: ...n driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum If you are drinking don t drive Ride with a designated non drinking driver call a cab a friend or use public transportation WARNING Driving after drinking can lead to an accident Your perceptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and y...

Page 3: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 331 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 425 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 507 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 523 10 INDEX 533 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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

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

Page 7: ...INTRODUCTION 5 ...

Page 8: ...you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cau tions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is on the left front corner of the instrument panel and is visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle the vehicle registration and the tit...

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

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Page 11: ...䡵 Sentry Key威 15 Replacement Keys 16 Customer Key Programming 17 General Information 17 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm If Equipped 17 Rearming Of The System 17 To Arm The System 18 To Disarm The System 18 Security System Manual Override 20 䡵 Illuminated Entry 20 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 21 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 22 2 ...

Page 12: ... Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors 32 䡵 Keyless Enter N Go 34 䡵 Windows 38 Power Windows 38 Wind Buffeting 41 䡵 Liftgate 42 䡵 Occupant Restraints 43 Lap Shoulder Belts 46 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure 52 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions 53 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped 53 Energy Management Feature 54 Seat Belt Pretensioners 55 Supplemental Active Hea...

Page 13: ...t Air Bag Features 64 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls 68 Event Data Recorder EDR 75 Child Restraints 76 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 89 䡵 Safety Tips 90 Transporting Passengers 90 Exhaust Gas 91 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 92 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 94 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ...

Page 14: ... Entry RKE transmitter is in the passenger compartment The Keyless Ignition Node KIN has four operating positions three of which are labeled and will illuminate when in position The three positions are OFF ACC and ON RUN The fourth position is START during start RUN will illuminate NOTE In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button the RKE transmitter Key Fob may have a low...

Page 15: ...y Fob The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead The emergency key is also for locking the glove box You can keep the emergency key with you when valet park ing Keyless Ignition Node KIN 1 OFF 2 ACC ACCESSORY 3 ON RUN 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ...

Page 16: ...mind you to cycle the ignition to OFF In addition to the chime the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster NOTE With the Uconnect Touch system the power window switches radio power sunroof if equipped and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time for this fe...

Page 17: ...entry Key威 Immobilizer system prevents unauthor ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked The system uses a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter a Keyless Ignition Node KIN and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation Therefore only Key F...

Page 18: ...ith your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Replacement Keys NOTE Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle CAUTION Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended At the time o...

Page 19: ...ehicle doors and liftgate for unauthorized entry and the Keyless Enter N Go Start Stop button for unauthorized opera tion While the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed interior switches for door locks are disabled If something trig gers the alarm the Vehicle Security Alarm will prevent the vehicle from starting and provide the following audible and visible signals the horn will pulse the headlights pa...

Page 20: ...th the driver and or passenger door open Press the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the same exterior zone refer to Keyless Enter N Go in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further informa tion Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter 3 If any doors are open close them To Disarm The System The Vehicle Secu...

Page 21: ...and opens any door the alarm will sound When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed the interior power door lock switches will not unlock the doors The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle however you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm If one of the previ ously described arming sequences has occurred the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless ...

Page 22: ...r fur ther information The interior lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition is cycled to the ON RUN position from the OFF position NOTE The front courtesy overhead console and door cour tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the Dome ON position extreme top position The Illuminated Entry system will not operate i...

Page 23: ...yless Enter N Go under Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information Remote Key Unlock Driver Door All Doors 1st 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 refer to Uconnect Touch Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for f...

Page 24: ...rn will chirp to acknowledge the signal If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry refer to Keyless Enter N Go under Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter This feature can be turned on or turned off To change the current setting refer to Ucon...

Page 25: ...tch to the ACC or ON RUN position while the Panic Alarm is activated However the exterior lights and horn will remain on You may need to be less than 35 ft 11 m from the vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system Programming Additional Transmitters Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be performed at an authori...

Page 26: ... of the RKE transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the seal during removal 3 Remove the battery by turning the back cover over battery facing downward and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar then replace the battery When replacing the battery match the sign on the battery to the sign on the inside of the battery clip located on the back cover Avoid touching the new ...

Page 27: ... authority to operate the equipment If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 A weak battery in the RKE transmitter The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This system uses th...

Page 28: ...n a closed garage or confined area Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon oxide CO which is odorless and colorless Car bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled Keep Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters away from children Operation of the Remote Start System windows door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death Remote Start Abort Message On Electroni...

Page 29: ...nute cycle NOTE If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds The park lamps will turn on and remain on during Remote Start mode For security power window and power sunroof op eration if equipped are 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 tra...

Page 30: ... features will automatically turn on in cold weather In warm weather the driver vented seat feature will automatically turn on when the remote start is activated These features will stay on through the duration of remote start or until the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated and deactivated through the Uconnect Touch system For more inf...

Page 31: ... and leave the vehicle When leaving the vehicle always remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle Unsu pervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries or death Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Do not leave the Key Fob in th...

Page 32: ...wer locks will not operate This prevents you from accidentally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle Remov ing the Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to operate If a door is open and the ignition is in the LOCK or ACC position a chime will sound as a reminder to remove the Key Fob Automatic Door Locks If Equipped When enabled the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle s spe...

Page 33: ... feature in accordance with local laws Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be enabled or disabled as follows For vehicles equipped with the Uconnect Touch refer to Uconnect Touch Settings in Understand ing Your Instrument Panel for further information For vehicles not equipped with the Uconnect Touch perform the following steps 1 Enter the vehi...

Page 34: ...lock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats the rear doors are equipped with a Child Protection Door Lock system To Engage The Child Protection Door Lock System 1 Open the rear door 2 Insert the tip of the emergency key or alike into the child lock control and rotate...

Page 35: ...ly be opened from the outside when the Child Protection locks are engaged Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death NOTE After engaging the Child Protection Door Lock sys tem always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position For emergency exit with the system engaged move the lock knob up to the UNLOCK position roll down the window and op...

Page 36: ...e certain it is in the desired position KEYLESS ENTER N GO The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle s Remote Keyless Entry RKE system and a feature of Keyless Enter N Go This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle s door s without having to press the RKE transmitter lock or unlock buttons NOTE Passive Entry may be programmed ON OFF refer to Uconnect Touch Settings in Un...

Page 37: ...Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft 1 5 m of the driver s door handle grab the driver s front door handle to unlock the driver s door automatically The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked NOTE If Unlock All Doors 1st Press is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the driver s front door handle To select between Unlock Driver Door 1st Press and Unlock A...

Page 38: ...e front passenger door handle is grabbed regardless of the driver s door unlock preference setting Unlock Driver Door 1st Press or Unlock All Doors 1st Press To Enter The Liftgate With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft 1 0 m of the liftgate press the button underneath the left side of the accent bar which is located on the liftgate below the glass to lock or unlock the vehicle Lift...

Page 39: ...hicle checks the inside and outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE transmitters If one of the vehicle s Passive Entry RKE transmitters is detected inside the vehicle and no other valid Passive Entry RKE transmitters is detected outside the vehicle the Passive Entry System automatically un locks all vehicle doors and chirps the horn three times on the third attempt ALL doors will lo...

Page 40: ...or handle This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle without the vehicle reacting and unlocking The Passive Entry system will not operate if the RKE transmitter battery is dead The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the RKE transmitter lock button or the lock button located on the vehicle s i nterior door panel WINDOWS Power Windows The window con...

Page 41: ...ing the power window switches Such entrapment may re sult in serious injury or death Auto Down Feature The driver s power window switch has an Auto down feature Press the window switch past the first detent release and the window will go down automatically To open the window part way press the window switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop To stop the window from...

Page 42: ... switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close window manually WARNING There is no anti pinch protection when the window is almost closed To avoid personal injury be sure to clear your arms hands fingers and objects from the window path before closing the window Such en trapment may result in serious injury Reset It may be necessary at some point in time to reactivate the Auto up Auto down ...

Page 43: ...doors To disable the window controls press and release the window lockout button setting it in the down position To enable the window controls press and release the window lockout button again setting it in the up position 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 ...

Page 44: ... lock switch located on either front door trim panel For further information on Keyless Enter N Go Passive Entry refer to Keyless Enter N Go in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle NOTE The liftgate cannot be unlocked or locked with the manual door lock plungers on the door trim panels or the door lock cylinder on the driver s door To open the unlocked liftgate squeeze the handle and pull t...

Page 45: ...elts for all seating positions Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passen ger Supplemental Active Head Restraints AHR located on top of the front seats integrated into the head restraint if equipped Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC that span the front second and third row seating for the driver and passengers seated next to a window...

Page 46: ...d to hold infant and child restraint systems For more information on LATCH refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH NOTE The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on the severity and type of collision Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag 1 Chil...

Page 47: ... lap and shoulder belts properly 3 The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front Air Bags room to inflate 4 Do not lean against the door or window If your vehicle has side air bags and deployment occurs the side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door 5 If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be mod...

Page 48: ...our vehicle are buckled up properly Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause an accident that includes you This can happen far away from home or on your own street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in an accident Some of the worst injuries happen when people a...

Page 49: ...lt incorrectly is dangerous Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of an accident best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in an accident much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat bel...

Page 50: ... on the pillar near the back of your seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Pulling Out Lap Shoulder Belt 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 51: ...ly 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 Continued Connecting Latch Plate To Buckle 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 ...

Page 52: ...laced behind you will not protect you from injury during an accident 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 a bit on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt t...

Page 53: ...o 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 an accident and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays or loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced ...

Page 54: ...e center of the seat to position the belt away from your neck Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt 1 Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point 2 At about 6 to 12 in 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate ...

Page 55: ...al 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 webbing necessary to comfort ably wrap around the occupant s mid section Slide the latc...

Page 56: ...hicle 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 57: ...ccident Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Like the air bags the preten sioners are single use items A deployed pretensioner or a de...

Page 58: ... occupant s head and the AHR This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts NOTE The Active Head Restraints AHR may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact However if during a front impact a secondary rear impact occurs the AHR may deploy based on the sever ity and type of the impact Activ...

Page 59: ...rstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Resetting Active Head Restraints AHR If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in an accident 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 t...

Page 60: ...own to engage the locking mechanism 4 The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half 1 Downward Movement 2 Rearward Movement 3 Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 61: ...inder Light will turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are fastened BeltAlert威 triggers within 60 seconds of vehicle speed over 5 mph 8 km h The reminder sequence lasts for 96 seconds or until the respective seat belts are fastened After the sequence completes the Seat Belt Reminder Light remains illuminated until front belts are fastened The driver should instruct all other occupants ...

Page 62: ...to the ON RUN position 1 With all doors closed and the ignition in any position except ON RUN buckle the driver s seat belt 2 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position do not start the engine Wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off and then proceed to the next step 3 Unbuckle the driver s seat belt allow the seat belt to retract and then re buckle the driver s seat belt at least three ti...

Page 63: ...st position your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough When it is not required remove the ex tender and store it WARNING Using a seat belt extender when not needed can in crease the risk of injury in an accident Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recom...

Page 64: ... equipped with driver and or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon seat position This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and or front passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the driver or front passenger seat belt is fastened The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced...

Page 65: ...ag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during air bag deployment After any accident the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately Air Bag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components Occupant Restraint Controller ORC Air Bag Warning Light Steering Wheel and Column Instrument Panel Driver Side Knee Air Ba...

Page 66: ...red immediately during an impact that requires air bag deployment This low output is used in less severe collisions A higher energy output is used for more severe collisions WARNING No objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate Do not put anything ...

Page 67: ...ction to help protect an occupant during a side impact The Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bag is marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats When the air bag deploys it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat s trim cover Each air bag deploys independently a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right side impact deploys the right ai...

Page 68: ...ad of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The curtains deploy down ward covering both windows on the impact side NOTE Should a vehicle rollover occur the pretensioners and or SAB and SABIC air bags on both sides of the vehicle may deploy Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during air bag deployment Supplemental Side A...

Page 69: ...you and the side air bags the perfor mance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection and works together with the Driver Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact Knee Impact Bolsters The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the...

Page 70: ...n 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 and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions including some that may produce substantial vehicle damage for example some pole collisions truck underrides and angle offset collisions On the o...

Page 71: ...st turned on After the self check the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the Air Bag Warning Light either momentarily or continuously A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial startup It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is no...

Page 72: ...akes to blink your eyes The air bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of the air bag In this way the air bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag Inflator Unit The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag unit is located in the i...

Page 73: ...This especially applies to children Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Inflator Units During collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the vehicle the ORC may deploy the SABIC air bags depending on the severity and 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 g...

Page 74: ...ermine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow ing functions Cut off fuel to the engine Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition is cycled to off Turn on the interior lights which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed Unlock the doors automatically If A Deployment Occurs The front air bags ...

Page 75: ...e the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s in structions for cleaning Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de ployed If you are involved in another collision the ai...

Page 76: ...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 77: ...ine related gauges are not working the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC may also be disabled The air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection Promptly check the fuse block for blown fuses Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper air bag fuses See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an e...

Page 78: ...red during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equip ment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the tim...

Page 79: ... recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs 9 kg Convertible child seats can be used eithe...

Page 80: ... for CHildren LATCH The belt positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs 18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seatback they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning booster seat are held in the ve...

Page 81: ... forward to release the latch and seat cushion 3 Lift the seat cushion up and push back to lock it in the booster seat position 4 Place the child upright in the seat with their back firmly against the seatback 5 Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt Release Loop Booster Seat 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 ...

Page 82: ...ush the red button on the buckle WARNING Be certain that the seat cushion is locked securely into position before using the seat Otherwise the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and or passengers An improperly latched seat cushion could cause serious injury Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose leg...

Page 83: ...ty index htm WARNING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions ex actly when installing an infant or child restraint A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat A rearward facing child re straint in the front seat may be struck ...

Page 84: ... Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH Your vehicle s second row passenger seats are equipped with the child restraint anchor system called LATCH The LATCH system provides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle s seat belts instead securing the child restraint using lower anchors and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure LATCH co...

Page 85: ...uter 60 Seating Position Use Lower Anchor Loops A and B If placing a sec ond child seat in the vehicle use the Outer 40 Seating Position and Lower Anchor Loops D and E DO NOT USE Middle 60 Seating Position and Lower Anchorage Loops B and C 2 Middle 60 Seating Position Use Lower Anchor Loops B and C If placing a sec ond child seat in the vehicle use the Outer 40 Seating Position and Lower Anchor Lo...

Page 86: ...aint if it interferes with the Head Restraint recline the seatback slightly to remove the interference The lower anchors are round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfac...

Page 87: ...rs to the vehicle anchors Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the seatcover material Then attach the tether strap to the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint preferably between the head restraint posts underneath the head rest...

Page 88: ...ld not play with them In addition never leave unattended children in the vehicle WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt The...

Page 89: ...to the retractor As the belt retracts you will hear a ratcheting sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode 2 Finally pull on any excess 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 NOTE When installing a child restraint if it interferes with the ...

Page 90: ...f necessary move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchor 3 Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the tether anchor and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s instruc tions Tether Strap Mounting Seat Track Release Lever 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 91: ... A long break in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain transmission and axle in your vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 mi 500 km After the initial 60 mi 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low g...

Page 92: ...d Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly On seven passenger models do not drive the vehicle with the second row passenger seat in the easy entry exit position seat cushion flipped up ward and seat moved forward as this position is ...

Page 93: ...s are closed and the blower switch on the climate control is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is da...

Page 94: ...not lit during starting or if the light stays on flickers or turns on while driving have the system checked by an authorized dealer Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable Floor Mat Safety Information Al...

Page 95: ... with the pedals Check mounting of mats on a regular basis Al ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning Continued WARNING Continued Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving Ob jects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control If required mounting posts ...

Page 96: ...oper cold inflation pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check Turn Signal and High Beam Indicator Lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or...

Page 97: ...3 Power Folding Mirrors If Equipped 104 Manual Folding Mirrors If Equipped 104 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 104 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 104 䡵 Uconnect Touch 4 3 105 Uconnect Phone 105 Operation 108 Phone Call Features 115 Uconnect Phone Features 119 Advanced Phone Connectivity 123 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone 123 General Information 127 3 ...

Page 98: ...and System Operation 158 Uconnect Voice Commands 160 Voice Tree 162 䡵 Seats 166 Driver s Power Seat If Equipped 166 Power Lumbar If Equipped 168 Heated Seats If Equipped 168 Manual Front Seat Adjustments 172 Recliner Adjustment 173 Driver s Seat Height Adjustment If Equipped 174 Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat If Equipped 174 Head Restraints 175 Third Row Passenger Seats Seven Passenger Models 180 ...

Page 99: ...ly 192 Headlight Time Delay 192 Daytime Running Lights DRL If Equipped 193 Lights On Reminder 193 Fog Lights If Equipped 194 Multifunction Lever 194 Turn Signals 195 Lane Change Assist 195 High Low Beam Switch 195 Flash To Pass 196 Interior Lights 196 Map Reading Lights 197 䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers 198 Intermittent Wiper System 198 Windshield Wiper Operation 199 Windshield Washers 200 Mist ...

Page 100: ...ssist If Equipped 206 Parksense威 Sensors 206 Parksense威 Warning Display 207 Parksense威 Display 207 Enabling And Disabling Parksense威 210 Service The Parksense威 Rear Park Assist System 211 Cleaning The Parksense威 System 211 Parksense威 System Usage Precautions 212 䡵 Parkview威 Rear Back Up Camera If Equipped 214 Turning Parkview威 On Or Off With Touch Screen Radio 217 䡵 Overhead Console 217 Courtesy R...

Page 101: ...Sunroof If Equipped 226 Opening Sunroof Express 227 Opening Sunroof Manual Mode 227 Closing Sunroof Express 228 Closing Sunroof Manual Mode 228 Pinch Protect Feature 228 Pinch Protect Override 228 Venting Sunroof Express 229 Sunshade Operation 229 Wind Buffeting 229 Sunroof Maintenance 229 Ignition Off Operation 230 䡵 Electrical Power Outlets 230 䡵 Power Inverter If Equipped 234 Power Inverter Ope...

Page 102: ... Storage Bin 242 Second Row Map Pocket And Grocery Retainers If Equipped 242 In Floor Storage Bin With Removable Liner 242 䡵 Cargo Area Features 244 Rechargeable Flashlight If Equipped 244 Cargo Management System 245 䡵 Rear Window Features 250 Rear Window Wiper Washer 250 Rear Window Defroster 252 䡵 Roof Luggage Rack If Equipped 253 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 103: ... mirror head can be adjusted up down left and right for various drivers The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the windshield Manual Rearview ...

Page 104: ...ing solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirror s to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror NOTE The passenger side convex outside mirror will give a much wider view to the rear and especially of the lane next to...

Page 105: ...e size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver s door trim panel Models Without Express Window Feature Press the mirror select button marked L left or R right and then press one of the four arrow buttons to move the mirror in the direction th...

Page 106: ...sing the power folding mirror switch for more than four seconds or if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h will disable the folding feature If the mirrors are in the folded position and vehicle speed is equal or greater than 5 mph 8 km h they will automatically unfold Manual Folding Mirrors If Equipped Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged The hinge allows the mirror to pivot...

Page 107: ... Pull the sun visor toward the inside rearview mirror to extend it UCONNECT TOUCH 4 3 Uconnect Phone 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 Uconnect Phone supports the following features Voice Activated features Hands Free dialing via Voice Call John Smiths Mo bile or Dial 248 555 1212...

Page 108: ... Viewing and Calling contacts from Recent Call logs Listen to Music on your Bluetooth威 Device via the touch screen Pairing up to 10 phones audio devices for easy access to connect to them quickly Your mobile phone s audio is transmitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the Uconnect Phone For Uconnect customer support visit the following w...

Page 109: ...the global standard that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other with out wires or a docking station so Uconnect Phone works no matter where you stow your mobile phone be it your purse pocket or briefcase as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle s Uconnect Phone The Uconnect Phone allows up to ten mobile phones or audio devices to be linked to the...

Page 110: ...eth ods for how Voice Command works 1 Say compound commands like Call John Smith mo bile 2 Say the individual commands and allow the system to guide you to complete the task You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options Prior to giving a voice command one must wait for the beep which follows the Listen prompt or an other prompt For certain operations com...

Page 111: ...l in words such as I would like to The system handles multiple inputs in the same phrase or sentence such as make a phone call and to Kelly Smith For multiple inputs in the same phrase or sen tence the system identifies the topic or context and provides the associated follow up prompt such as Who do you want to call in the case where a phone call was requested but the specific name was not recogni...

Page 112: ...s Barging In refer to Barge In Overriding Prompts for further informa tion Pair Link Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone To begin using your Uconnect Phone you must pair your compatible Bluetooth威 enabled mobile phone To complete the pairing process you will need to refer ence your mobile phone Owner s Manual The Uconnect website may also provide detailed instruc tions for pairing NOTE You must have ...

Page 113: ...en the pairing process has successfully completed the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite phone Selecting Yes will make this phone the highest priority This phone will take precedence over other paired phones within range NOTE For phones which are not made a favorite the phone priority is determined by the order in which it was paired the latest phone paired will ...

Page 114: ...ected device priority is determined by the order in which it was paired The latest device paired will have the higher priority You can also use the following VR command to bring up a list of paired audio devices Show Paired Audio Devices Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Device Uconnect Phone will automatically connect to the highest priority paired phone within range If you would need to...

Page 115: ...e the chosen device move to the top of the list Touch the Make Favorite soft key Touch the X to exit out of the Settings screen Phonebook Download Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone If equipped and specifically supported by your phone Uconnect Phone automatically downloads names text names and number entries from the mobile phone s phonebook Specific Bluetooth威 Phones with Phone Book A...

Page 116: ...le This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or deleted on the Uconnect Phone These can only be edited on the mobile phone The changes are trans ferred and updated to Uconnect Phone on the next phone connection Emergency And Towing Assistance The 911 Help numbers can only be altered These can not be deleted or the names can not be changed To change the 911 Help number follow these steps Touch the...

Page 117: ...n the number Voice Command Dial Digital Contact Redial or Call Back Mobile Phonebook Recent Call Log NOTE All of the above operations except Redial can be done with 1 call or less active Dial By Saying A Number Press the button to begin After the Listening prompt and the following beep say Dial 248 555 1212 The Uconnect Phone will dial 248 555 1212 Call By Saying A Name Press the button to begin A...

Page 118: ... key The Touch Tone screen will be displayed Use the numbered soft keys to enter the number and touch Call To send a touch tone using Voice Recognition VR press the button while in a call and say 1234 or you can say Send Voicemail Password if Voicemail pass word is stored in your mobile phonebook Recent Calls You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the following call types Incoming C...

Page 119: ... on the steering wheel to accept the call Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call Call Currently In Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another incoming call you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your mobile phone Uconnect Phone will then interrupt the vehicle audio system if on and will display a pop up on screen showing Answer Igno...

Page 120: ...ess 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 Also you can press the Swap soft key on the Phone main screen Call Termination To end a call in progress momentarily press the End soft key or the button Only the active call s will be terminated and if there is a call on hold it will b...

Page 121: ...r 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 Listening prompt and the following beep say Emergency and the Uconnect Phone will instruct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency number This feature is supported in the U S Canada and Mexico NOTE The emergency number dialed is...

Page 122: ...City in Mexico Please refer to the Chrysler Group LLC 24 Hour Towing Assistance coverage details in the Warranty Information Booklet and on the 24 Hour Towing Assistance Card Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail refer to Working with Automated Systems Working With Automated Systems This method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the mobile phone ke...

Page 123: ...mber you wish to call and then press the button and say for ex ample Send Voicemail password The system will prompt you to enter the name or number and say the name of the phonebook entry you wish to send The Uconnect Phone will then send the corresponding phone number associated with the phonebook entry as tones over the phone NOTE The first number encountered for that contact will be sent All ot...

Page 124: ...xt to the selection A check mark will appear to show your selection Phone And Network Status Indicators Uconnect Phone will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network status when you are attempting to make a phone call using Uconnect Phone The status is given for roaming network signal strength and phone battery strength Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad You can dial a phone ...

Page 125: ...ile Phone The Uconnect Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone without terminating the call To transfer an ongoing call from your Uconnect Phone paired mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone or vice versa press the Transfer button on the Phone main screen Connect Or Disconnect Link Between the Uconnect Phone And Mobile Phone If you would like to conne...

Page 126: ...ays work for some When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string make sure to say Send Storing names in your favorites phonebook when the vehicle is not in motion is recommended Phonebook Downloaded and Uconnect Phone Lo cal name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar You can say O letter O for 0...

Page 127: ...owering the in vehicle audio volume In a convertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down 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 cellular phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth威 ON mode Power Up ...

Page 128: ...Voice Tree 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 129: ...onnect Phone 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 Uconnect Phone supports the following features Voice Activated Features Hands Free dialing via Voice Call John Smiths Mo bile or Dial 248 555 1212 Hands Free text to speech listening of your incoming SMS messages Hands Free text messa...

Page 130: ...nes audio devices for easy access to connect to them quickly NOTE Your phone must be capable of SMS messaging via Bluetooth威 for messaging features to work properly Your mobile phone s audio is transmitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the Uconnect Phone For Uconnect customer support visit the following websites www chrysler com uconne...

Page 131: ...ed to the vehicle s Uconnect Phone The Uconnect Phone allows up to ten mobile phones or audio devices to be linked to the system Only one linked or paired mobile phone and one audio device can be used with the system at a time The system is available in English Spanish or French languages Uconnect Phone Button The Uconnect Phone Button is used to get into the phone mode and make calls show recent ...

Page 132: ...works 1 Say compound commands like Call John Smith mo bile 2 Say the individual commands and allow the system to guide you to complete the task You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options Prior to giving a voice command one must wait for the beep which follows the Listen prompt or an other prompt For certain operations compound commands can be used For...

Page 133: ...l in words such as I would like to The system handles multiple inputs in the same phrase or sentence such as make a phone call and to Kelly Smith For multiple inputs in the same phrase or sen tence the system identifies the topic or context and provides the associated follow up prompt such as Who do you want to call in the case where a phone call was requested but the specific name was not recogni...

Page 134: ...known as Barging In refer to Barge In Overriding Prompts for further information Pair Link Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone To begin using your Uconnect Phone you must pair your compatible Bluetooth威 enabled mobile phone To complete the pairing process you will need to refer ence your mobile phone Owner s Manual The Uconnect website may also provide detailed instruc tions for pairing NOTE You must...

Page 135: ...ted touch the settings soft key from the Uconnect Phone main screen Touch the Add Device soft key Search for available devices on your Bluetooth威 enabled mobile phone When prompted on the phone enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect Touch screen See step 4 to complete the process 4 Uconnect Phone will display an in process screen while the system is connecting 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF...

Page 136: ...h威 soft key Touch the Add Device soft key Search for available devices on your Bluetooth威 en abled mobile phone When prompted on the phone enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect Touch screen Uconnect Phone will display an in process screen while the system is connecting When the pairing process has successfully completed the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favori...

Page 137: ...ble devices on your Bluetooth威 en abled audio device When prompted on the device enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect Touch screen Uconnect Phone will display an in process screen while the system is connecting When the pairing process has successfully completed the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite device Selecting Yes will make this device the highest ...

Page 138: ...n Disconnecting A Device Touch the Phone soft key Touch the Settings soft key Touch the Options soft key then touch the next to the appropriate device to be disconnected The options pop up will be displayed Touch the Disconnect Device soft key Touch the X to exit out of the Settings screen Deleting A Device Touch the Phone soft key Touch the Settings soft key Touch the Options soft key then touch ...

Page 139: ...and number entries from the mobile phone s phonebook Specific Bluetooth威 Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature See Uconnect website for supported phones To call a name from a downloaded mobile phonebook follow the procedure in Call by Saying a Name section Automatic download and update if supported begins as soon as the Bluetooth威 wireless phone connection is made to the U...

Page 140: ...ction Managing Your Favorite Phonebook There are three ways you can add an entry to your Favorite Phonebook 1 During an active call of a number to make a favorite touch and hold a favorite button on the top of the phone main screen 2 After loading the mobile phonebook select phone book from the Phone main screen then select the appro priate number Touch the next to the selected number to display t...

Page 141: ...rom mobile You will then be asked which contact and number to choose from your mobile phonebook When complete the new favorite will be shown To Remove A Favorite To remove a Favorite select phonebook from the Phone main screen Next select Favorites on the left side of the screen and then touch the Options soft key Touch the next to the Favorite you would like to remove 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES...

Page 142: ...ch the Favorites soft key Next scroll to the bottom of the list to locate the Emergency and Towing Favor ites Touch the Options soft key Touch the next to appropriate Favorite that is to be altered The Options pop will appear and you can choose between Editing the number or resetting the number to default Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect Phone if the ...

Page 143: ...onebook Recent Call Log SMS Message Viewer NOTE All of the above operations except Redial can be done with 1 call or less active Dial By Saying A Number Press the button to begin After the Listening prompt and the following beep say Dial 248 555 1212 The Uconnect Phone will dial the number 248 555 1212 Call By Saying A Name Press the button to begin After the Listening prompt and the following bee...

Page 144: ...r Touch Tone Number Entry Touch the Phone soft key Touch the Dial soft key The Touch Tone screen will be displayed Use the numbered soft keys to enter the number and touch Call To send a touch tone using Voice Recognition VR press the button while in a call and say Send 1234 or you can say Send Voicemail Password if Voicemail password is stored in your mobile phonebook 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATUR...

Page 145: ... will be displayed NOTE Incoming can also be replaced with Outgoing Recent or Missed Answer Or Ignore 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 ignore the call touch the Ignore soft key on the to...

Page 146: ... the button and say Dial or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress Or you can place a call on hold by touching the Hold soft key on the Phone main screen then dial a number from the dialpad recent calls SMS Inbox or from the phonebooks To go back to the first call refer to Toggling Between Calls in t...

Page 147: ...tening prompt and the following beep say Redial After the Listening prompt and the following beep say Redial The Uconnect Phone will call the last number that was dialed from your mobile 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 NOTE the call will remain within the vehicle audio system ...

Page 148: ...he vehicle is purchased 911 for the U S and Canada and 060 for Mexico The number dialed may not be applicable with the available mobile service and area The Uconnect Phone does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the mobile phone directly WARNING Your phone must be turned on and paired to the Uconnect Phone to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergenc...

Page 149: ...ough an automated telephone system You can use your Uconnect Phone to access a voice mail system or an automated service such as a paging service or automated customer service line Some ser vices require immediate response selection In some instances that may be too quick for use of the Uconnect Phone When calling a number with your Uconnect Phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch ton...

Page 150: ...e phone network configurations This is normal Some paging and voice mail systems have system time out settings that are too short and may not allow the use of this feature Pauses wait or other characters that are supported by some phones are not supported over Bluetooth威 These additional symbols will be ignored in the dial ing a numbered sequence Barge In Overriding Prompts The button can be used ...

Page 151: ...tion and take precautionary safety measures By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth威 mobile phone the audio will be played through your vehicle s audio system The Uconnect Phone will work the same as if you dial the number using voice command NOTE Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the Uconnect Phone to play it on the vehicle audio system so you will not hear it Un...

Page 152: ...between a Uconnect Phone paired mobile phone and the Uconnect Phone follow the instructions described in your mobile phone User s Manual Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone 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 with...

Page 153: ... is recommended Phonebook Downloaded and Uconnect Phone Lo cal name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar You can say O letter O for 0 zero Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported In a convertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Far...

Page 154: ...new messages on your phone Your phone must support SMS over Bluetooth威 in order to use this feature If the Uconnect Phone determines your phone is not compatible with SMS messaging over Bluetooth威 the Messaging button will be greyed out and the feature will not be available for use NOTE Uconnect Phone SMS is only available when the vehicle is not in moving Read Messages If you receive a new text m...

Page 155: ...ward Call Send Messages Using Soft Keys You can send messages using Uconnect Phone To send a new message Touch the Phone soft key Touch the messaging soft key then new message Touch one of the 18 preset messages and the person you wish to send the message to 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 ...

Page 156: ...system prompts you for what message you want to send say the message you wish to send or say List There are 18 preset messages While the list of defined messages are being read you can interrupt the system by pressing the button and saying the message you want to send After the system confirms that you want to send your message to John Smith your message will be sent List of Preset Messages 1 Yes ...

Page 157: ...h威 Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone When this happens the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone OFF ON Your mobile phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth威 ON mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the ON or ACC position or after a language change you must wait at least 15 seconds pri...

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Page 160: ...Command system al lows you to control your AM FM radio satel lite radio disc player SD Card USB iPod and Sirius Travel Link 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 shoul...

Page 161: ...ommand This will become helpful once you start to learn the options NOTE At any time you can say the words Cancel or Help These 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 ...

Page 162: ...he associated follow up prompt such as Who do you want to call in the case where a phone call was requested but the specific name was not recognized The system utilizes continuous dialog when the system requires more information from the user it will ask a question to which the user can respond without pressing the Push To Talk PTT button Uconnect Voice Commands The Uconnect Voice Command system u...

Page 163: ...or Voice Command is different than the audio system Starting Voice Recognition VR Session in Radio Player Modes In this mode you can say the following commands NOTE The commands can be said on any screen when a call is not active after pushing the Uconnect Voice Command button Disc To switch to the disc mode say Change source to Disc This command can be given in any mode or screen Track to change ...

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Page 168: ...a of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Driver s Power Seat If Equipped The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use this switch to move the seat up down forward rearward o...

Page 169: ...d or push downward on the front or rear of the seat switch the front or rear of the seat cushion will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when the desired position is reached WARNING Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death Seats should be adjusted before ...

Page 170: ... of the driver s seat Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support Push the switch rearward to de crease the lumbar support Pushing upward or down ward on the switch will raise or lower the position of the support Heated Seats If Equipped On some models the front driver and passenger seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks The heated seats are operated ...

Page 171: ... soft key located on the Uconnect Touch display once to select HI level heating Touch the soft key a second time to select LO level heating Touch the soft key a third time to shut the heating elements OFF For Vehicles Equipped With Uconnect Touch 8 3 and 8 3 Nav Touch the Controls soft key located on the Uconnect Touch display Controls Soft Key 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 ...

Page 172: ...s selected the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation Then the heat output will drop to the normal HI level If the HI level setting is selected the system will automatically switch to LO level after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation At that time the display will change from HI to LO indicating the change The LO level setting will turn OFF ...

Page 173: ...e seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start the driver s heated seat can be programmed to come on during a remote start Refer to Remo...

Page 174: ...tion has been reached Then using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched WARNING Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Seri...

Page 175: ... 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 adjusted properly and you could be injured Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt an...

Page 176: ...Passenger Seat If Equipped This feature allows for extended cargo space When the seat is folded flat it is an extension of the load floor surface allowing long cargo to fit from the rear hatch up to the instrument panel The fold flat seatback also has a hardback surface that you can use as a work surface when the seat is folded flat and the vehicle is not in motion Seat Height Adjustment Lever Fol...

Page 177: ...r all occupants must be prop erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu pying a seat Head restraints should never be ad justed while the vehicle is in motion Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision Active Head Restraints AHR Front Seats Active Head Restraints are passive deployable compo nen...

Page 178: ...Your Ve hicle for further information To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint To lower the head restraint press the push button located at the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and backward To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head pull forward on the bottom of the h...

Page 179: ...Active Head Restraint Normal Position Active Head Restraint Tilted 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 ...

Page 180: ...p 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 Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an object such as a hand foot or loose cargo To avoid accidental deployment of the Ac tive Head Restraint ensure...

Page 181: ...echnicians for service purposes only If any of the head restraints require removal see your authorized dealer For proper routing of a Child Seat Tether refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle WARNING Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision The head restraints should...

Page 182: ...lision 60 40 Split Second Row Passenger Seats To provide additional storage area each second row passenger seat can be folded flat This allows for ex tended cargo space and still maintains some seating room if needed NOTE Prior to folding the second row passenger seat make sure the front seatback is not in a reclined position This will allow the second row seat to fold easily WARNING It is extreme...

Page 183: ...llision the passenger could slide underneath the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured To Fold The Seat 1 Locate the control lever on the lower outboard side of the seat 2 Place one hand on the seatback and apply a gentle pressure 3 Lift the control lever with the other hand allow the seatback to move forward slightly and then release the lever Seatback Release 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEA...

Page 184: ...wise the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and or passengers An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury Forward And Rearward Adjustment The control lever is on the outboard side of the seat Lift the lever to move the seat forward or rearward Release the lever once the seat is in the desired position Then using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat ...

Page 185: ...he vehicle is parked Recliner Adjustment The recline lever is on the outboard side of the seat To recline the seatback lean back lift the lever position the seatback as desired and then release the lever To return the seatback to its normal upright position lean back lift the lever lean forward and then release the lever once the seatback is in the upright position Recline Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING TH...

Page 186: ...inst 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 Seatback Armrest Second Row Passenger Seat The latch release loop is located at the top of the seatback armrest Pull the release loop forward to re lease the latch and then downward to lower the seatback armrest Raise the seatback armrest and ...

Page 187: ...ven Passenger Models This feature allows passengers to easily enter or exit the third row passenger seats from either side of the vehicle To Move The Second Row Passenger Seat Forward NOTE Raise the seatback armrest before moving the seat to allow for full seat travel Move the control lever on the upper outboard side of the seatback forward Then in one fluid motion the seat cushion flips upward an...

Page 188: ... this warning may result in personal injury To Unfold And Move The Second Row Passenger Seat Rearward 1 Move the seatback rearward until it locks in place and then continue sliding the seat rearward on its tracks until it locks in place 2 Push the seat cushion downward to lock it in place 3 Adjust the seat track position as desired Using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be su...

Page 189: ...is allows for ex tended cargo space and still maintains some rear seating room if needed NOTE Prior to folding the third row passenger seat back make sure the second row passenger seatback is not in a reclined position This will allow the seatback to fold easily To Fold The Seatback Pull the latch release loop located at the top of the seatback upward push the seatback forward slightly and release...

Page 190: ...d allow the seatback to recline and release the release loop WARNING Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into position Otherwise the seat will not provide the proper stability for passengers An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row seat without having the head restraint unfolded and locked in place Failure to follow this warni...

Page 191: ... collision the passenger could slide underneath the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Two latches must be released to open the hood 1 Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel Hood Release 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 ...

Page 192: ... and hood opening Push the safety latch lever to the right and then 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 underside of the hood Underhood Safety Latch Hood Prop Rod 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 193: ...NG 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 LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel This switch controls the operation of the headlights parking lights ...

Page 194: ...ht switch out of the AUTO position NOTE The engine must be running before the head lights will come on in the automatic mode Headlights On With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn off ...

Page 195: ... Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Daytime Running Lights DRL If Equipped The Daytime Running Lights will turn ON the first time the vehicle is shifted out of PARK and remain ON unless the parking brake is applied Upon returning to the PARK position the DRLs will turn OFF DRLs will turn OFF when the ignition is switched OFF NOTE The dayti...

Page 196: ...An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on NOTE The fog lights will operate when the low beam headlights or parking lights are on However selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn signals headlight beam selection and passing lights The multifunction l...

Page 197: ...is defective A Turn Signal On message will appear in the EVIC if equipped and a continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km with either turn signal on 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...

Page 198: ...r are on because a door is open This includes the glove box light but not the trunk light To restore interior light operation either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch Dimmer Controls The dimmer controls are part of the headlight switch and are located on the left side of the instrument panel Rotating the left dimmer control upward with the park ing lights or headlights on will ...

Page 199: ...ain off when the doors are open Parade Mode Daytime Brightness Feature Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer EVIC if equipped and radio when the park ing lights or headlights are on Map Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console Refer to Overhead Console in Un derstanding The Fe...

Page 200: ...refer to Rear Window Features in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable Rotate the end of the wind shield wiper washer control lever to one of the first five detents to select the desired delay interval Windshield Wiper Washer Lever Fron...

Page 201: ...f the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph 16 km h delay times will be doubled Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever upward to the first detent past the intermittent settings for low speed wiper operation Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the intermittent settings for high speed wiper opera tion NOTE The wipers will automatically return to the park positio...

Page 202: ... from returning to the park position If the windshield wiper control is turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the park position damage to the wiper motor may occur Windshield Washers To use the windshield washer push the washer knob located on the end of the multifunction lever inward to the second detent If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the delay range the wipers will...

Page 203: ...he wipers will continue to operate until you release the lever Headlights With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned ON if the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering column is placed in the AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn off when the wipers are tu...

Page 204: ...To lengthen or shorten the steering column pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired To lock the steering column in position pull the control handle upward until fully engaged WARNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Be su...

Page 205: ...eed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel NOTE In order to ensure proper operation the Elec tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time If this occurs the Electronic Speed Control 1 ON OFF 2 RES 4 CANCEL 3 SET 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 ...

Page 206: ...ld 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 level ground before pressing the...

Page 207: ...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 208: ...r to ParkSense威 System Usage Precautions for limitations of this system and recommendations ParkSense威 will retain the last system state enabled or disabled from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON RUN position ParkSense威 can be active only when the shift lever is in REVERSE If ParkSense威 is enabled at this shift lever position the system will remain active until the veh...

Page 209: ...el for further in formation The ParkSense威 Warning screen is located within the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC It provides visual warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia bumper and the detected obstacle Refer to Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information ParkSense姞 Display When the vehicle is in ...

Page 210: ...d arcs and will produce a one half second tone As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow to fast to continuous Rear Park Assist OFF Slow Tone 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 211: ... the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone The following chart shows the warning alert opera tion when the system is detecting an obstacle Fast Tone Continuous Tone 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 ...

Page 212: ...ed and disabled using the Uconnect Touch System The available choices are Off Sound Only or Sound and Display Refer to Uconnect Touch Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information When the ParkSense威 soft key is pressed to disable the system the EVIC will display the PARK ASSIST OFF message for approximately five seconds Refer to Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVI...

Page 213: ... Instrument Panel for further information When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the system has detected a fault condition the EVIC will display the CLEAN PARK ASSIST SEN SORS or the SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM mes sage for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE Under this condition ParkSense威 will not operate If CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS appears in the EVIC and the rear fascia bumper is clean ...

Page 214: ...as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE Clean the ParkSense威 sensors regularly taking care not to scratch or damage them The sensors must not be covered with ice snow slush mud dirt or debris Failure to do so can result in the system not working properly The ParkSense威 system might not detect an obstacle behind the fascia bumper or it could provide a false indication that an obstacle is behind the fa...

Page 215: ...an obstacle is detected It is recommended that the driver looks over his her shoulder when using ParkSense威 WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkSense威 Rear Park Assist sys tem Always check carefully behind your vehicle look behind you and be sure to check for pedes trians animals other vehicles obstructions and blind spots before backing up You are responsible f...

Page 216: ...hape giving a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle PARKVIEW姞 REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView威 Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE The image will be displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a caution note to ch...

Page 217: ...ing to a hitch receiver The static grid lines will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle Red 0 1 ft 0 30 cm Yellow 1 ft 3 ft 30 cm 1 m Green 3 ft or greater 1 m or greater 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 ...

Page 218: ...ry or death CAUTION To avoid vehicle damage ParkView威 should only be used as a parking aid The ParkView威 camera is unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive path To avoid vehicle damage the vehicle must be driven slowly when using ParkView威 to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is seen It is recom mended that the driver look frequently over his her shoulder when using ParkView威 N...

Page 219: ...nsole contains courtesy reading lights storage for sunglasses an interior observation mirror and an optional power sunroof switch Courtesy Reading Lights The overhead console has two courtesy lights The lights turn on when a front door a sliding door or the liftgate is opened If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry RKE the lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE tr...

Page 220: ...st the direction of these lights by pressing the outside ring which is identified with four directional arrows Sunglasses Storage To access the storage compartment press on the raised bars on the compartment door in the center of the console and release and the door will swing downward Courtesy Reading Light Sunglass Storage Compartment 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 221: ...rvation mirror press on the raised bars on the compartment door and release the door will swing downward then raise the door until it is almost closed and release The door will latch in position to use the interior observation mirror Power Sunroof Switch If Equipped Refer to Power Sunroof in Understanding the Fea tures of Your Vehicle for further information Observation Mirror 3 UNDERSTANDING THE ...

Page 222: ...orized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink威 unit operates off your vehicle s battery The HomeLink威 buttons that are located in the headliner or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink威 channels NOTE HomeLink威 is disabled when the Vehicle Secu rity Alarm is active HomeLink威 Buttons 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 223: ... Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death Programming HomeLink姞 Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink威 buttons erase all channels before you begin training To do this press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes It is recommended that a new battery be placed in ...

Page 224: ...p 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Programming section After training a HomeLink威 channel if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink威 and the ga rage door opener was manufactured after 1995 the garage door opener may have a rolling code If so proceed to Step 5 Programming A Rolling Code System 4 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink威 button and observe the indicator ...

Page 225: ...s the programmed HomeLink威 button twice holding the button for two seconds each time If the device is plugged in and activates programming is complete If the device does not activate press the button a third time for two seconds to complete the training If you have any problems or require assistance please call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for information or assi...

Page 226: ...k威 Step 3 with the following 3 Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button while you press and release cycle your handheld transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink威 has successfully accepted the frequency signal The indica tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained If you unplugged the device for training plug it back in at this time Then proceed with Step 4 under Prog...

Page 227: ...for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes Note that all channels will be erased Individual channels cannot be erased The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威 here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original transmitter Press the LEARN button on th...

Page 228: ...TE The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli ance could void the user s authority to operate the device The term IC before the certification registration number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifica tions were met POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is lo...

Page 229: ... roof Never allow your fingers other body parts or any object to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result Opening Sunroof Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one half second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position The sunroof will open fully and stop automati cally This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any movement of the sunro...

Page 230: ... Feature This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation If an ob struction is detected the sunroof will automatically re tract Remove the obstruction if this occurs Next press the switch forward and release to Express Close NOTE If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re sult in Pinch Protect reversals the fourth close attempt will be a Man...

Page 231: ...ing can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped is in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buff...

Page 232: ...h System in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS A 12 Volt 13 Amp power outlet located in the center console below the radio The power outlet has power available when the ignition switch in the ON RUN or ACC position This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit To preserve the heating element do not hold the lighter in the he...

Page 233: ...ch in the ON RUN ACC or LOCK position A third fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the back of the center console This power outlet has power available when the ignition switch is in the LOCK ON or ACC position Center Console 12 Volt Power Outlet Rear Seat 12 Volt Power Outlet 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 ...

Page 234: ...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 The power outlet on the bottom of the center console shares the fuse with the power outlet on the back of the console The combined usage must not exceed 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts Rear Cargo Area Power Outle...

Page 235: ... hands Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure Power Outlet Fuses 1 F103 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Console Bin Power Outlet Console Rear 2 F102 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel Power Outlet Left Rear Cargo Area 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 ...

Page 236: ...not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle s battery Continued CAUTION Continued Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or acces sory bracket from the plug POWER INVERTER IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a 115 Volt AC 150 Watt m...

Page 237: ...ss the power inverter button OFF and ON To avoid overloading the circuit check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter NOTE Due to built in overload protection the power outlet will shut down if the 115 Volt AC 150 Watt maximum power rating is exceeded WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Do not use a three prong adaptor Do not insert any objects into the receptacle...

Page 238: ...s the Outlet soft key located on the Uconnect Touch display to turn the power inverter On or Off Vehicles Equipped With Uconnect Touch 8 4 and 8 4 Nav To enable or disable the power inverter perform the following 1 Press the Controls soft key 2 Press the Outlet soft key to turn the power inverter On or Off CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders located in the center floor console for the front passen...

Page 239: ...int The Head Restraint can be adjusted to better position the cupholders For vehicles equipped with third row seating there are additional cupholders located in the trim panels In addition to cupholders vehicles may also be equipped with bottle holders The bottle holders are located on the door trim panels Armrest Cupholders Door Bottle Holder 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 ...

Page 240: ... occupants Be careful when closing the doors to avoid injury STORAGE Glovebox Storage The glovebox storage compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel Pull on the release handle to open the glovebox storage compart ment Glovebox Storage Compartment 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 241: ...age area or cubby bin is located in the floor console Center Console Storage There is a storage compartment located under the center console armrest Floor Console Cubby Bin Center Console 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 ...

Page 242: ...the front of the lid to open the storage compartment Sliding Armrest The center console armrest can also be slid rearward for easy access to the storage area Opened Storage Compartment Sliding Armrest 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 243: ...enger Seat Storage If Equipped The seat latch release loop is located in the center of the seat cushion between the seat cushion and the seatback Pull the loop upward to release the latch and then forward to open the seat to the detent position NOTE Make sure that objects inside the bin do not interfere with the latch before closing the seat Push the seat cushion downward after closing it to make ...

Page 244: ...e sure to remove all items from this bin before raising the seatback armrest Second Row Map Pocket And Grocery Retainers If Equipped A map storage pocket and grocery retainers are located on the back of the drivers seatback In Floor Storage Bin With Removable Liner NOTE Position the front seat to at least a mid track position to provide easier access to the storage bin An in floor storage bin is l...

Page 245: ...s the bin position the floor mat aside if equipped Pull the door latch release loop upward to release the latch and then forward to open the bin door The liner can be removed for easy cleaning by lifting on the notches as shown In Floor Storage Removable Liner 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 ...

Page 246: ...indent on the side of the flashlight and release To operate the flashlight press the switch once for high twice for low and a third time to return to off NOTE Be sure to return the flashlight to its charging station when not in use to ensure it is ready for operation the next time you need it Rechargeable Flashlight Three Press Switch 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 247: ...owns A retractable cargo area cover if equipped Seven Passenger System Features A large built in storage bin with a hinged hardcover located in the floor behind the third row passenger seats 60 40 split second row passenger seats with fold flat feature which allows for extended cargo space Refer to Seats in Understanding The Features of Your Vehicle for further information 50 50 split third row pa...

Page 248: ...ould pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose A child could be badly injured Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers Cargo tie downs are located on both rear trim panels These tie downs should be used to secure loads safely when the vehicle is moving Cargo Tie Downs 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 249: ...ar axle can cause the vehicle to sway Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback This could impair visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision To help protect against personal injury passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only not for passengers who should sit in seats an...

Page 250: ... cargo area To install the cover position it in the vehicle so that the flat side of the housing faces upward Then insert either the left or the right spring loaded post located on the ends of the cover housing into the left attachment point or the right attachment point shown Insert the spring loaded post on the opposite end of the cover housing into the attachment point on the opposite side of t...

Page 251: ...elease the handle WARNING A cargo cover that is unsecured in the vehicle could cause injury in a collision It could become airborne during a sudden stop and strike someone inside the vehicle Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mount ing Do not store it in the vehicle Positioning Retractable Cargo Area...

Page 252: ...d to the first detent posi tion for rear wiper operation Rotate the switch upward past the first detent position to activate the rear washer The washer pump will continue to operate as long as the switch is held Upon release the wiper will cycle three times before returning to the set position Rear Wiper Washer 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 253: ...ion In cold weather always turn off the rear wiper switch and allow the rear wiper to return to the park position before turning off the engine If the rear wiper switch is left on and the rear wiper freezes to the window damage to the rear wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the rear wiper blade from returning to the park position If ...

Page 254: ...rear window defroster only when the engine is operating CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements Use care when washing the inside of the rear window Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm wa...

Page 255: ...maximum vehicle load capacity The roof rack cross rails and side rails together are designed to carry cargo weight The load must not exceed 150 lbs 68 kg and it should be distributed uniformly over the cross rails CAUTION To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 lbs 68 kg Always distribute loads as evenly as possible and secure the load ...

Page 256: ...o loads This is especially true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo or your vehicle WARNING Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle particularly at high speeds resulting in per sonal injury or property damage Follow the Roof Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YO...

Page 257: ...cle Information Center EVIC 268 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 270 EVIC White Telltale Lights 272 EVIC Amber Telltale Lights 272 EVIC Red Telltale Lights 273 Oil Change Required 275 Fuel Economy 276 Vehicle Speed 278 Trip Info 278 Vehicle Info Customer Information Features 279 䡵 Uconnect Touch Settings 279 Hard Keys 280 Soft Keys 280 4 ...

Page 258: ...unctions 310 Left Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation 311 Left Hand Switch Functions For Media i e CD Operation 311 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 311 䡵 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones 312 䡵 Climate Controls 312 General Overview 312 Climate Control Functions 320 Automatic Temperature Control ATC 321 Rear Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped 322 Rear Blower Control 325 Rear Temperature ...

Page 259: ...tart Stop Button 2 Air Outlet 7 Uconnect Touch Hard Controls 12 Hood Release Lever 3 Instrument Cluster 8 SD Memory Card Slot 13 Dimmer Controls 4 Uconnect Touch System 9 Power Outlet 14 Headlight Switch 5 Glove Compartment 10 CD DVD Slot 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 ...

Page 260: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 261: ...tarting Your Vehicle for further information 3 Malfunction Indicator Light MIL The Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that monitors engine and automatic transmission con trol 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 OFF to ON RUN have the condit...

Page 262: ...Activation Malfunction Indicator Light If Equipped The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position It should go out with the engine running If the ESC Activation Malfunction In dicator Light comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system If this light rem...

Page 263: ...indicator flashes at a rapid rate check for a defective outside light bulb 6 High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that the high beam head lights are on Push the multifunction lever forward to switch the headlights to high beam and pull toward yourself normal position to return to low beam 7 Front Fog Light Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on 8 ...

Page 264: ...lluminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on 10 Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light If Equipped Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on ...

Page 265: ...sts 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 including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheel...

Page 266: ... system reservoir If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti Lock Brake System ABS Electronic Stability Control ESC system In this case the light will remain on until the co...

Page 267: ...ate repair to the ABS system is required Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON RUN position The light should illuminate for ap proximately two seconds The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized d...

Page 268: ...nder that the Fuel Filler Door is located on the left side of the vehicle 16 Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON RUN position 17 Vehicle Security Light If Equipped This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi mately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed 18 T...

Page 269: ...hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and call an autho rized dealership for service WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call an authorized dealer ship for service if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Main taining Your Vehicle Follow the warnings unde...

Page 270: ...ter This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel The EVIC consists of the following Radio Info Fuel Economy Vehicle Speed Trip Info Tire Pressure Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays Turn Menu OFF Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 271: ... Fuel Economy Vehicle Info Tire PSI Cruise Messages Units and sub menus DOWN Button Press and release the DOWN button to scroll downward through the main menus and sub menus SELECT Button Press and release the SELECT button for access to main menus or sub menus Press and hold the SELECT button for two seconds to reset features EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 ...

Page 272: ...isabled Start Vehicle to Reset Remote start active Push Start Button Wrong Key Damaged Key Key not programmed Vehicle Not in Park Key Left Vehicle Key Not Detected Press Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start Service Keyless System Turn Signal On with a continuous warning chime if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km with either turn signal on Left Front Turn Signal Light Out with a single ...

Page 273: ...hime if vehicle is in motion Liftgate Ajar with a single chime Low Washer Fluid with a single chime Low Tire Pressure with a single chime Refer to information on Tire Pressure and Tire Pressure Monitor in Starting And Operating Service TPM System with a single chime Refer to information on Tire Pressure Monitor in Starting And Operating ECO Fuel Saver Indicator if equipped Channel Transmit Channel...

Page 274: ... Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle Electronic Speed Control SET This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET For further information refer to Electronic Speed Control in Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle EVIC Amber Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell tales These telltales include Low Fuel Light When the fuel level reaches ap...

Page 275: ...pressure If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not show how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical ch...

Page 276: ...ight should turn off If the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable However see an autho rized dealer for service as soon as possible If the light is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required You may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing Engine Temperature Warning Lig...

Page 277: ...smission Tempera ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure WARNING If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated and you continue operating 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 Oil Change Required Your vehicle is equ...

Page 278: ...he OFF LOCK position NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure Fuel Economy Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Fuel Economy displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button The following Fuel Economy func tions will display in the EVIC Average Fuel Economy Fuel Saver M...

Page 279: ...omy according to the current fuel tank level DTE cannot be reset through the SELECT button NOTE Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle regardless of the DTE displayed value When the DTE value is less than 30 miles 48 km estimated driving distance the DTE display will change to a LOW FUEL message This display will cont...

Page 280: ...re in the EVIC Trip Info Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Trip Info displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button Press and release the UP DOWN but tons until one of the following Trip functions displays in the EVIC Trip A Trip B Elapsed Time Press the UP DOWN buttons to cycle through all the Trip Computer functions The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa...

Page 281: ...ormation Features Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Vehicle Info displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button Press the UP and DOWN button to scroll through the available information displays Coolant Temp Displays the actual coolant temperature Oil Temperature Displays the actual oil temperature Oil Pressure Displays the actual oil pressure Trans Temperature Displays the actual tra...

Page 282: ...or change a setting i e ON OFF Soft Keys Soft Keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch display Uconnect Touch 4 3 Settings Customer Programmable Features In this mode the Uconnect Touch system allows you to access programmable features that may be equipped such as Display Clock Safety Assistance Lights Doors Locks Heated Seats Engine Off Operation Compass Settings Audio Phone Bluetooth and SIRIUS...

Page 283: ... off Adjust the brightness with the and setting soft keys or by selecting any point on the scale between the and soft keys Then touch the arrow back soft key Mode Touch the Mode soft key to change this display When in this display you may select one of the auto display settings To change Mode status press and release the Day Night or Auto soft key then by touch the arrow back soft key Language Tou...

Page 284: ...e Response Length press and release the Brief or Long soft key Then touch the arrow back soft key Touch Screen Beep Touch the Touch Screen Beep soft key to turn on or shut off the sound heard when a touch screen button soft key is pressed To change the Touch Screen Beep setting press and release the ON or OFF soft key then touch the arrow back soft key Fuel Saver Display Touch the Fuel Saver Displ...

Page 285: ...Collision Warning If Equipped Touch the Front Collision Warning soft key to change this display The Front Collision Warning FCW feature can be can be set to Far set to Near or turned Off The default status of FCW is the Far setting This means the system will warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are farther away This gives you the most reaction time To change t...

Page 286: ...s in the REVERSE position The mirrors will move back to their previous position when the transmission is shifted out of REVERSE To make your selection touch the Tilt Mirrors In Reverse soft key and select ON or OFF Then touch the arrow back soft key Blind Spot Alert Touch the Blind Spot Alert soft key to change this dis play When this feature is selected the Blind Spot Alert feature can be set to ...

Page 287: ... When this feature is selected the Hill Start Assist HSA system is active Refer to Electronic Brake Control System in Starting And Operating for system function and operating information To make your selection touch the Hill Start Assist soft key and select ON or OFF Then touch the arrow back soft key Lights Headlight Off Delay Touch the Headlight Off Delay soft key to change this display When thi...

Page 288: ...ill deactivate automatically under certain conditions To make your selection touch the Auto High Beams soft key and select ON or OFF Then touch the arrow back soft key Refer to Lights SmartBeam If Equipped in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information Daytime Running Lights Touch the Daytime Running Lights soft key to change this display When this feature is selected the he...

Page 289: ... Auto Unlock On Exit soft key and select ON or OFF Then touch the arrow back soft key Flash Lights With Lock Touch the Flash Lights With Lock soft key to change this display When this feature is selected the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmit ter To make your selection touch the Flash Lights With Lock soft key and...

Page 290: ... EVIC is programmed to Unlock All Doors On 1st Press all doors will unlock no matter which Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped If Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press is programmed only the driver s door will unlock when the driver s door is grasped With Passive Entry if Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press is programmed touching the handle more than once will only result in the driver s...

Page 291: ... Before Starting Your Vehicle Heated Seats Auto Heated Seats Touch the Auto Heated Seats soft key to change this display When this feature is selected the driver s heated seat will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40 F 4 4 C To make your selection touch the Auto Heated Seats soft key and select ON or OFF Then touch the arrow back soft key Engine Off Options Easy Exit Seats If Equi...

Page 292: ...ront door will cancel this feature To change the Engine Off Power Delay status touch the 0 seconds 45 seconds 5 minutes or 10 minutes soft key Then touch the arrow back soft key Compass Settings Variance Touch the Variance soft key to change this display Com pass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North To compensate for the differ ences the variance should be set for...

Page 293: ...lic objects until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off The compass will now function normally NOTE A good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings bridges underground cables railroad tracks etc Audio Equalizer Touch the Equalizer soft key to change this display When in this display you may adjust the Bass Mid and Treble...

Page 294: ... Sound Touch the Surround Sound soft key to change this dis play This feature provides simulated surround sound mode To make your selection press the Surround Sound soft key and select ON or OFF Then touch the arrow back soft key Phone Bluetooth Paired Devices This feature shows which phones are paired to the Phone Bluetooth system For further information refer to the Uconnect Touch Supplement SIR...

Page 295: ...eceiver To reactivate your service either call the number listed on the screen or visit the provider online NOTE SIRIUS Travel Link is a separate subscription Uconnect Touch System 8 4 Settings Customer Programmable Features Touch the More soft key then touch the Settings soft key to display the menu setting screen In this mode the Uconnect Touch system allows you to access program mable features ...

Page 296: ... Pressing the Up or Down Arrow soft keys on the right side of the screen will allow you to toggle up or down through the available settings Display After pressing the Display soft key the following settings will be available Display Mode When in this display you may select one of the auto display settings To change Mode status touch and release the Day Night or Auto soft key Then touch the arrow b...

Page 297: ...lected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Units When in this display you may select to have the EVIC odometer and navigation system if equipped changed between US and Metric units of measure Touch US or Metric until a check mark appears next to the setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Voice Response Le...

Page 298: ...e Fuel Saver Display soft key until a check mark appears next to the setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Clock After pressing the Clock soft key the following settings will be available Sync Time With GPS When in this display you may automatically have the radio set the time To change the Sync Time setting touch the Sync with ...

Page 299: ...o change the Show Time Status setting touch the Show Time in Status Bar soft key until a check mark appears next to setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Safety Assistance After pressing the Safety Assistance soft key the fol lowing settings will be available Front Collision Sensitivity If Equipped The Front Collision Warning FC...

Page 300: ...se When this feature is selected the outside sideview mir rors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the RUN position and the transmission shift lever is in the RE VERSE position The mirrors will move back to their previous position when the transmission is shifted out of REVERSE To make your selection touch the Tilt Mirrors In Reverse soft key until a check mark appears next to setting showi...

Page 301: ...henever the shift lever is put into REVERSE The image will be displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a caution note to check entire surroundings across the top of the screen After five seconds this note will disappear The ParkView威 camera is located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear License plate To make your selection touch the ParkView威 Backup Camera soft key until a check...

Page 302: ... the arrow back soft key Headlight Illumination On Approach When this feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for 0 30 60 or 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter To change the Illuminated Approach status touch the or soft key to select your desired time interval Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Headl...

Page 303: ...turn to the previous menu Steering Directed Lights When this feature is selected the headlights turn relative to a change in direction of the steering wheel To make your selection touch the Steering Directed Lights soft key until a check mark appears next to setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Headlight Dip Traffic Changeover ...

Page 304: ...rn to the previous menu Flash Headlight With Lock When this feature is selected the headlights will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter To make your selection touch the Flash Lights With Lock soft key until a check mark appears next to setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu So...

Page 305: ...s is programmed only the driver s door will unlock when the driver s door is grasped With Passive Entry if Driver Door 1st Press is programmed touching the handle more than once will only result in the driver s door opening If driver door first is selected once the driver door is opened the interior door lock unlock switch can be used to unlock all doors or use RKE transmitter Passive Entry This f...

Page 306: ...the remote start is activated To make your selection touch the Sound Horn With Remote Start soft key until a check mark appears next to setting showing that setting has been selected Touch the back arrow soft key to return to the previous menu Auto On Driver Heated Ventilated Seat Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start If Equipped When this feature is selected the driver s heated seat and heated steeri...

Page 307: ...tus touch the 0 seconds 45 seconds 5 minutes or 10 minutes soft key Then touch the arrow back soft key Headlight 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 vehicle To change the Headlight Off Delay status touch the or soft key to select your desired time interval Touch the back arrow soft key to return t...

Page 308: ... reset the compass When the vehicle is new the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display CAL until the compass is calibrated You may also calibrate the compass by pressing the ON soft key and completing one or more 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off The compass will now function normally Audio Aft...

Page 309: ...Adjusted Volume touch the Off 1 2 or 3 soft key Then touch the arrow back soft key Music Info Cleanup This feature helps organize music files for optimized music navigation To make your selection touch the Music Info Cleanup soft key select On or Off followed by pressing the arrow back soft key Phone Bluetooth After pressing the Phone Bluetooth soft key the follow ing settings will be available Pa...

Page 310: ...en in order to re subscribe Touch the Subscription Info soft key to access the Sub scription Information screen Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver To reactivate your service either call the number listed on the screen or visit the provider online NOTE SIRIUS Travel Link is a separate subscription VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM VES IF EQUIPPED The optional Video Entertainment System VES...

Page 311: ... gers to listen to the same or individual audio sources Audio Video RCA Jacks AUX Jacks on the rear of the center console enable the monitor to display video directly from a video camera connect video games for display on the screen or play music directly from an MP3 player 1 Video in yellow 2 Left audio in white 3 Right audio in red NOTE Refer to your Uconnect Touch User s Manual for detailed ope...

Page 312: ...TEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel The left and right hand controls are rocker type switches with a pushbutton in the center of each switch Reach behind the steering wheel to access the switches Right Hand Switch Functions Press the top of the switch to increase the volume Press the bottom of the switch to...

Page 313: ... to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play Press the switch up or down twice to listen to the second track three times to listen to the third track and so forth Press the button located in the center of the switch to change to the next preset that you have programmed CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep a CD DVD in good condition take the f...

Page 314: ...minated by relocating the mobile phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during mobile phone operation when not using Uconnect if equipped CLIMATE CONTROLS General Overview The air conditioning and heating system is designed to m...

Page 315: ... the Uconnect Touch 4 3 screen in the center of the instru ment panel There are also hard keys located below the Uconnect Touch screen 1 Uconnect Touch System 4 3 Climate Hard Key Automatic Temperature Controls Hard Keys 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 ...

Page 316: ...ys Soft keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch system screen Automatic Temperature Controls Hard Keys Uconnect Touch System 4 3 Manual Temperature Controls Soft Keys 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 317: ...cator illuminates when ON 3 Blower Control Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system There are seven blower speeds available Adjusting the blower will cause automatic mode to switch to manual operation if equipped with ATC The speeds can be selected using either hard heys or soft keys as follows Hard Key The blower speed increases as you turn the contro...

Page 318: ...crease the blower setting Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar area between the icons 4 Front Defrost Button Press and release to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode The indicator illuminates when this fea ture is ON Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode if equipped The blower speed may increase when Defrost mode is selected If the ...

Page 319: ... temperature control Push the button for warmer temperature set tings NOTE Pressing this button while in Sync mode will automatically exit Sync 7 Passenger Temperature Control Down Button Provides the passenger with independent temperature control Push the button for cooler temperature settings NOTE Pressing this button while in Sync mode will automatically exit Sync 8 Climate Control OFF Button P...

Page 320: ...flow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets floor outlets demist outlets and defrost outlets The Mode settings are as follows Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to ...

Page 321: ...selected the blower level may increase 13 SYNC Press the Sync soft key to toggle the Sync feature On Off The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is enabled Sync is used to synchronize the passenger and rear temperature setting with the driver temperature setting Changing the passenger temperature setting while in Sync will automatically exit this feature NOTE When SYNC is ON and the dr...

Page 322: ...n front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or insects Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance Recirculation Control When outside air contains smoke odors or high humidity or if rapid cooling is desired you may wish to recirculate interior air ...

Page 323: ...tain that comfort level 3 When the system is set up for your comfort level it is not necessary to change the settings You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically NOTE It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles The system automatically adjusts the temperature mode and blower speed to provide comfort as quickl...

Page 324: ...ehicle and cancel the Auto mode The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by selecting one of the available mode settings A C operation and Recirculation control can also be manually selected in Manual operation Rear Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear right side of the 3rd Row seats and overhead outlets at each outboa...

Page 325: ...ode Soft Key 6 Rear Lock Soft Key 3 Temperature Soft Key 7 Rear Off Soft Key 4 Blower Down Soft Key Rear Climate Controls 8 4 Screen 1 Rear Auto Soft Key 6 Blower Up Soft Key 2 Rear Lock Soft Key 7 Mode Soft Key 3 Front Climate Soft Key 8 Blower Down Soft Key 4 Temperature Up Soft Key 9 Rear Off Soft Key 5 Temperature Down Soft Key 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 ...

Page 326: ...ts can only adjust the rear ATC control when the Rear Temperature Lock button is turned off The rear ATC is located in the headliner near the center of the vehicle Press the Rear Temperature Lock button on the Uconnect Touch screen This turns off the Rear Temperature Lock icon in the rear temperature knob Rear ATC Control Features 1 Blower Speed 3 Rear MODE 2 Rear Temperature 4 Rear Temperature Lo...

Page 327: ...tomati cally adjusts the temperature mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible Rear Blower Control The rear blower control knob can be manually set to off or any fixed blower speed by rotating the knob from low to high This allows the rear seat occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle CAUTION Interior air enters the Rear Automatic Temperature ...

Page 328: ...ontrol Auto Mode The rear system automatically maintains the correct mode and comfort level desired by the rear seat occu pants Headliner Mode Air comes from the outlets in the headliner Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air Moving the air vanes of the outlets to one side will shut off the airflow Bi Level Mode Air comes from both the headliner outlets and th...

Page 329: ...ecommended Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for proper coolant selection Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months is not recommended because it may cause window fogging Vacation Storage Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes ...

Page 330: ...eriods as fogging may occur 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 snow A C Air Filter The climate control system filters outsid...

Page 331: ...Manual Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 ...

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Page 333: ...ow 20 F Or 29 C 338 If Engine Fails To Start 339 After Starting 339 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 340 䡵 Automatic Transmission 340 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 341 Four Speed Or Six Speed Automatic Transmission 342 Gear Ranges 342 䡵 AutoStick威 If Equipped 345 Operation 345 General Information 346 䡵 All Wheel Drive AWD If Equipped 347 5 ...

Page 334: ... ABS 355 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System 355 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 356 Brake Assist System BAS 358 Traction Control System TCS 359 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 359 Electronic Stability Control ESC 360 ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC Off Indicator Light 362 Trailer Sway Control TSC 363 䡵 Tire Safety Information 364 Tire Markings 364 Tire Identification Number TIN 367 Tir...

Page 335: ... Spare If Equipped 378 Tire Spinning 379 Tread Wear Indicators 380 Life Of Tire 380 Replacement Tires 381 䡵 Tire Chains 382 䡵 Snow Tires 384 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 384 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 385 Base System 388 Premium System If Equipped 390 General Information 394 䡵 Fuel Requirements 395 Reformulated Gasoline 395 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 396 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehi...

Page 336: ...d Gasoline Vehicles 402 Starting 402 Cruising Range 402 Replacement Parts 403 Maintenance 403 䡵 Adding Fuel 403 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 403 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 405 䡵 Vehicle Loading 405 Vehicle Certification Label 405 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 406 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 406 Overloading 406 Loading 407 䡵 Trailer Towing 407 Common Towing Definitions 407 Trailer Hitch Classifi...

Page 337: ...Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 413 Trailer And Tongue Weight 415 Towing Requirements 416 Towing Tips 421 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 423 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 ...

Page 338: ...er controls or move the vehicle Automatic Transmission The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the...

Page 339: ...top the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting press the button again To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START STOP Button 1 Place the shift lever in PARK then press and release the ENGINE START STOP button 2 The ignition switch will return to the OFF position 3 If the shift lever is not in PARK the ENGINE START STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle speed must be above...

Page 340: ...rting the vehicle and use the accessories follow these steps Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position Press the ENGINE START STOP button once to change the ignition switch to the ACC position EVIC will display ACC Press the ENGINE START STOP button a second time to change the ignition switch to the RUN position EVIC will display ON RUN Press the ENGINE START STOP button a third time t...

Page 341: ...type of start can be dangerous if done improp erly Refer to Jump Starting in What To Do In Emergencies for further information Clearing A Flooded Engine Using ENGINE START STOP Button If the engine fails to start after you have followed the Normal Starting or Extreme Cold Weather proce dures it may be flooded To clear any excess fuel press and hold the brake pedal push the accelerator pedal all th...

Page 342: ...ember to disconnect the engine block heater cord before driving Damage to the 110 115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and t...

Page 343: ...hicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle you should always shift the vehicle into PARK and apply the parking brake Furthermore you should never leave unattended children inside a vehicle Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System BTSI that holds the shift lever in the PARK po...

Page 344: ...engine can be started in this range Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion Apply parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range When parking on a flat surface place the shift lever in the PARK position first and then apply the parking brake When parking on a hill it is important to set the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK otherwise the load on the transmission l...

Page 345: ...PARK or NEUTRAL positions into another gear range as this can damage the drivetrain REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro longed periods with engine running Engine may be started in this range Set the parking brake and shift the transmission into PARK if...

Page 346: ...d best fuel economy However select the 3 range when frequent transmission shifting occurs while using the D Overdrive range such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions i e in hilly terrain traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers Under these conditions using the 3 range will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting...

Page 347: ...TICK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 downshifts and improve overall vehicle performance This system can also provide you with more control during passing city driving cold slippery conditions mountain driving trailer towi...

Page 348: ... 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 Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when AutoStick威 is engaged If a downshift would cause the engine to over speed that shift will not occur until it is safe for the engine The transmission will automatically upshift when nec essary to pre...

Page 349: ... and performance characteristics CAUTION All wheels must have the same size and type tires Unequal tire sizes must not be used Unequal tire size may cause failure of the power transfer unit DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered wet or other slip pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to the right or left This phenomenon occurs when the...

Page 350: ...cient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop DRIVING THROUGH WATER Driving through water more than a few inches centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle Flowing Rising Water WARNING Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and or rising as in storm run off Flow...

Page 351: ...standing water This will minimize wave effects Continued CAUTION Continued Driving through standing water may cause dam age to your vehicle s drivetrain components Al ways inspect your vehicle s fluids i e engine oil transmission axle etc for signs of contamination i e fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance after driving through standing water Do not con tinue to operate the vehicle if any flu...

Page 352: ...u POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost If for some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effo...

Page 353: ...ower steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected abnormal noises are apparent and or the system is not functioning as antici pated Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho rized dealer CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering system as the chemicals can damage your power steering components Such ...

Page 354: ... applied Also be certain to leave the transmission in PARK The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel To apply the park brake firmly push the park brake pedal fully To release the parking brake press the park brake pedal a second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake disengage When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch O...

Page 355: ...make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle 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 Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a v...

Page 356: ... In addition if the malfunction is caused by a leak in the hydraulic system the Brake Warning Light will turn on as the brake fluid level drops in the master cylinder In the event power assist is lost for any reason i e repeated brake applications with the engine OFF the brakes will still function However the effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the pow...

Page 357: ...is section for more information WARNING The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ABS cannot prevent collisions including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slip pery surfaces or hydroplaning The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a ...

Page 358: ... forming its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS is working properly This self check occurs each time the vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph 11 km h ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions ABS inducing conditions can in clude ice snow gravel bumps railroad tracks loose debris or panic stops You also may experience the following when the brake system...

Page 359: ...op Continued WARNING Continued 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 the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The ABS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydro planing...

Page 360: ...on as possible If both the Brake System Warning Light and the ABS Light remain on the ABS and Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD systems are not functioning Immedi ate repair to the ABS system is required Brake Assist System BAS The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens ing the ...

Page 361: ...s the wheel spin across a driven axle If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the 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 for more information Electr...

Page 362: ...ntrol and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESC cor rects for over steering and under steering the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path The ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of th...

Page 363: ... Off mode momentarily press the ESC OFF button and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light will illu minate To turn the ESC on again momentarily press the ESC OFF button and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light will turn off This will restore the normal ESC On mode of operation NOTE To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with snow chains or when starting off in deep snow s...

Page 364: ...n 30 mph 48 km h see your autho rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light lo cated in the instrument cluster starts 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 L...

Page 365: ...ght will flash the engine power will be reduced and you will feel the brake being applied to individual wheels in an attempt to stop the trailer from swaying NOTE The TSC is disabled when the ESC system is in the Partial Off mode WARNING TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations Refer to Ve hicle Loading and Trai...

Page 366: ...ter 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 high pressure compact spares designed for temporar...

Page 367: ...ion 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 Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R mean...

Page 368: ...ions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL tire Extra Load XL Extra load or reinforced tire Light Load Light load tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the maximum...

Page 369: ...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 370: ...ree hour period Inflation pressure is measured 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 max inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire p...

Page 371: ... Tire Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information Placard 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 ...

Page 372: ...hicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWRs for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded For further information on GAWRs vehicle loading and trailer towing refer to Vehicle Loading in this section To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg on the Tire and Loading Informa...

Page 373: ...ailable cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle w...

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Page 375: ...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 over heating and in 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 376: ...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 377: ...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 378: ... 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 379: ...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 380: ...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 381: ...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 382: ... 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 WARNING Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and have ...

Page 383: ...oad 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 recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle s...

Page 384: ...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 result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control CAUTION Replacing original ti...

Page 385: ...y with a loaded vehicle Continued CAUTION Continued Install chains on the front wheels as tightly as possible and then retighten after driving about 0 5 mile 0 8 km Do not drive for prolonged periods of time on dry pavement Observe the tire chain manufacturer s instructions on the method of installation operating speed and conditions for use Always use the lower suggested operating speed of the ch...

Page 386: ... 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 tire types TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functions For th...

Page 387: ...ses the tire pressure will decrease Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall Refer to Tires Genera...

Page 388: ... turn off once the system receives the updated tire pressures The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information For example your vehicle may have a recommended cold parked for more than three hours placard pressure of 33 psi 227 kPa If the ambient temperature is 68 F 20 C and the measured tire pressure is 28 psi 193 kPa a ...

Page 389: ...lve stem which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni toring Sensor NOTE The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation ...

Page 390: ...gs The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster a LOW TIRE message will be displayed and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible check the inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle and inflate each tire to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pres...

Page 391: ...1 The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor Therefore the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire 2 If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit a chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Moni toring Telltale Light will turn on and a LOW TIRE message will be displayed for a min...

Page 392: ...it tire pressure readings to the receiver module NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly and to maintain the proper pressure The TPMS consists of the following components Receiver module Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System messages which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information C...

Page 393: ...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 may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 391 ...

Page 394: ... and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid The system fault will also sound a chime In addition the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a mini mum of five seconds and then display dashes in place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is not being received 392 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 395: ...he EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds when a system fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is detected In this case the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message is then followed with a graphic display with pressure values still shown This indicates that the pres sure values are still being received from the TPM sensors but they may not be located in th...

Page 396: ...hes 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 as no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limi...

Page 397: ...or 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 performa...

Page 398: ...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 399: ...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 400: ... 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 401: ...nued 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 liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle FLEXIBLE FUEL 3 ...

Page 402: ...l for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline only powered vehicles CAUTION Only vehicles with the E 85 fuel filler door label can operate on E 85 E 85 Fuel Cap E 85 Badge 400 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 403: ... of these two For best results a refueling pattern that alternates between E 85 and unleaded gasoline should be avoided When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less than 1 4 full you do not add less than 5 gallons 19 Liters when refueling you operate the vehicle immediately after refueling for a period of at least 5 minutes Observing the...

Page 404: ...ing ex tensive fleet testing to provide additional protection to Chrysler Group LLC engines Use MOPAR威 or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS 6395 Starting The characteristics of E 85 fuel make it unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0 F 18 C In the range of 0 F 18 C to 32 F 0 C you may experience an increase in the time it takes for your engine to start and a deterio...

Page 405: ...e components can damage your vehicle Maintenance CAUTION Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85 in your vehicle It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect driveability ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap has been designed for use with th...

Page 406: ...lling 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 when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the g...

Page 407: ...le is started A loose improperly installed or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the MIL Refer to Onboard Diagnostic System in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the Vehicle Certification Label This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated Do not exceed the specified Gross Ve...

Page 408: ...enly Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR WARNING Because the front wheels steer the vehicle it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded You could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision Overloading The load carrying components axle springs tires wheels etc of your vehicle...

Page 409: ...bute the weight Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle Before towing a trailer carefully review this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possi...

Page 410: ... includes a 150 lbs 68 kg allowance for the presence of a driver Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR Refer to Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certifica tion Label in Starting and Operating for further information WARNING It is important ...

Page 411: ...the most popular on the market today and they are commonly used to tow small and medium sized trailers Weight Distributing Hitch A weight distributing system works by applying lever age through spring load bars They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle s front axle and the trailer axle s When used in accordance with the manufacturers direction...

Page 412: ...ormance and could result in a collision Weight distributing systems may not be compat ible with surge brake couplers Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable rec reational vehicle dealer for additional information Without Weight Distributing Hitch Incorrect 410 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 413: ...With Weight Distributing Hitch Correct Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing Hitch Incorrect 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 ...

Page 414: ... in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition 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 th...

Page 415: ...t 2 0 sq m 1 000 lbs 454 kg which includes up to 5 persons Luggage 100 lbs 45 kg 3 6L Automatic without Trailer Tow Prep Package 7 300 lbs 3 311 kg 32 sq ft 3 0 sq m 2 000 lbs 907 kg which includes 1 to 2 persons Luggage 200 lbs 91 kg 7 300 lbs 3 311 kg 32 sq ft 3 0 sq m 1 500 lbs 680 kg which includes 3 to 4 persons Luggage 150 lbs 68 kg 7 300 lbs 3 311 kg 32 sq ft 3 0 sq m 1 000 lbs 454 kg which...

Page 416: ...o 6 persons Luggage 250 lbs 113 kg Except for AWD models 8 300 lbs 3 765 kg 40 sq ft 3 7 sq m 2 500 lbs 1 134 kg which includes 7 persons Luggage 100 lbs 113 kg Except for AWD models NOTE The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard Refer to Tire Safety In...

Page 417: ...ide which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions Never exceed the maximum 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 tongue weight of the trailer The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put ...

Page 418: ...ive train components the following guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 805 km the new vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 805 km that a trailer is towed do not drive over 50 mph 80 km h and do not make starts at full throttle This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear...

Page 419: ...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 420: ...proper tire inflation pres sures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for the proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to Tires General Infor mation in Starting and Operating for information on replacement tires and for the proper tire replace ment procedures Repla...

Page 421: ...ed it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hydraulic brake lines It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have a collision Tow...

Page 422: ...ur and seven pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer har ness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations Four Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn 420 ...

Page 423: ...range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 min utes of continuous operation then change the transmis sion fluid and automatic transmission filter according to Seven Pin Conn...

Page 424: ... you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency AutoStick威 If Equipped By using the AutoStick威 modes and selecting a specific gear range frequent shifting can be avoided The highest gear range should be selected that allows for adequate performance For example choose 4 if the desired speed can be maintained Choose 3 or 2 if nee...

Page 425: ...ECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Recreational towing is not allowed DO NOT flat tow this vehicle Damage to the drivetrain will result NOTE This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are OFF the ground CAUTION Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require ments can cause severe transmission and or transfer case damage Damage from improper towin...

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Page 427: ... Tire Changing 429 Jack Location 430 Spare Tire Location 430 Preparations For Jacking 430 Spare Tire Removal 431 Spare Tire Stowage 433 Jacking Instructions 433 䡵 Jump Starting 438 Preparations For Jump Start 439 Jump Starting Procedure 441 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 442 䡵 Shift Lever Override 444 With Keyless Enter N Go If Equipped 445 6 ...

Page 428: ...䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 446 All Wheel Drive AWD 447 Front Wheel Drive Fwd 448 Without The Ignition Key 449 All Wheel Drive AWD 449 426 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 429: ...nition 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 place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle speed NOTE There are ste...

Page 430: ...e 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 2 4L Engine If Equipped On hot days the engine oil temperature may become too hot during sustained high speed driving or if towing a trailer up long grades If this happens a HOTOIL mes sage will flash in the odometer and the vehicle speed wi...

Page 431: ...could be crushed Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack Continued WARNING Continued Never start or run the engine while the vehicle 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 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...

Page 432: ...parations For Jacking 1 Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible Avoid icy or slippery areas WARNING Do not attempt to change 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 brak...

Page 433: ...TE On seven passenger models fold the third row passenger seats flat This will provide more space when accessing the jacking tools and when operating the winch mechanism 1 Remove the jack handle components 1 2 and 3 from storage and assemble them NOTE Assemble components 2 and 3 by seating the small ball at the end of component 2 in the small hole at the end of component 3 This will lock these com...

Page 434: ... on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull the spare tire out from underneath the vehicle CAUTION The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack handle only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and it can damage the winch 3 Pull the spare tire out from underneath the vehicle and raise it upright so the tire s tread is on the ground 4 Tilt the retaine...

Page 435: ...storage area Continue to rotate the jack handle assembly until you hear the winch mecha nism click three times It cannot be over tightened Push against the tire several times to be sure it is held securely in place Jacking Instructions WARNING Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the ...

Page 436: ...acing 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 1 Remove the spare tire jack and jack handle from stowage 2 Loosen but do not remove the wheel nuts on the wheel with the flat tire Turn the wheel nuts counter clockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 3 Place the jack undernea...

Page 437: ...h the jack handle Raise the vehicle until the tire just clears the road surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 435 ...

Page 438: ... the wheel by the wheel nuts When reinstalling the original wheel properly align the wheel cover to the valve stem place the wheel cover onto the wheel and then install the wheel nuts 6 Install the spare tire NOTE For vehicles so equipped do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare Do not use a hammer or force to install the wheel covers Refer to Compact Spare Tire a...

Page 439: ...10 Lower the jack to its fully closed position WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immediately 11 Place the deflated flat tire in the cargo area Do not stow the deflated tire in the spare tire stowage ...

Page 440: ...und the bolt circle tightening the nut oppo site of the one you previously tightened until the final torque is achieved Recommended torque is 95 ft lbs 130 N m JUMP STARTING If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly so ple...

Page 441: ... battery in your vehicle is located between the left front 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 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 439 ...

Page 442: ... 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 using another vehicle to jump start the battery park the ...

Page 443: ...o 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 battery WARNING Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to e...

Page 444: ...ged 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 battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to...

Page 445: ...le NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con trol turn the system OFF before attempting to rock the vehicle Refer to Electronic Stability Program ESP 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 drivetrain damage may result Revving the engine or spinning the ...

Page 446: ...let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction 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 Open the center console and remove the shift lever override access cover 3 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position withou...

Page 447: ...tarted in NEUTRAL 8 Reinstall the shift lever override access cover in the center console With Keyless Enter N Go If Equipped If the engine is running press the START STOP button to turn it off Release the brake pedal and press the START STOP button once or twice to go to the ON RUN position Do not start the engine Then follow the in structions shown above to activate the override 6 WHAT TO DO IN ...

Page 448: ... required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for the purpose following equip ment manufacturer s instructions Use of safety chains is mandatory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated brackets State and local laws applying to vehicles under tow must be observed If you must use the a...

Page 449: ...e with another vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans mission may result If the vehicle being towed requires steering the ignition switch must be in the ON RUN position not the LOCK OFF or ACC positions All Wheel Drive AWD The manufacturer requires towing with all four wheels OFF the ground Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and the o...

Page 450: ... 15 miles 24 km The towing speed must not exceed 25 mph 40 km h If the transmission is not operable or the vehicle must be towed faster than 25 mph 40 km h or farther than 15 miles 24 km it must be towed with the front wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed truck towing dolly or wheel lift equipment with the front wheels raised CAUTION Towing faster than 25 mph 40 km h or farther than 15 miles 24 k...

Page 451: ...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 All Wheel Drive AWD The manufacturer requires towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed CAUTION Failure to follow these towing methods can cause severe damage to ...

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Page 453: ... 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 456 䡵 Replacement Parts 457 䡵 Dealer Service 457 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 458 Engine Oil 459 Engine Oil Filter 462 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 462 Maintenance Free Battery 463 Air Conditioner Maintenance 465 A C Air Filter If Equipped 466 Body Lubrication 468 Wiper Blades 468 Adding Washer Fluid 471 Exhaust System 471 7 ...

Page 454: ...rs 490 䡵 Fuses 491 Interior Fuses 491 Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center 493 䡵 Vehicle Storage 497 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 497 䡵 Bulb Replacement 498 Front Low High Beam Headlamp Turn Signal Park Lamp And Side Marker Lamp 498 Front Fog Lamp 499 Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp 500 License Plate Lamp 503 䡵 Fluid Capacities 504 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 505 Engine 505 Chassis 506 452 ...

Page 455: ... Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 3 Engine Oil Fill 9 Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Coolant Pressure Cap 5 Remote Jump Start Positive Battery Post 11 Engine Oil Dipstick 6 Remote Jump Start Negative Battery Post 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 ...

Page 456: ...ne Coolant Reservoir 5 Air Cleaner Filter 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 Engine Oil Dipstick 4 Totally Integrated Power Module Fuses 8 Engine Oil Fill 454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 457: ... need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will ...

Page 458: ...viced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD II system is ready you must do the following 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position but do not c...

Page 459: ...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 engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine MOPAR威 parts for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to...

Page 460: ...es 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 necessary could result in more costly repa...

Page 461: ...ls 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 ac...

Page 462: ...for further informa tion 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 only recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 American Petrole...

Page 463: ...ark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number should not be used Engine Oil Viscosity 3 6L Engine SAE 5W 30 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle For information on engine oil filler cap location refer to Engine Co...

Page 464: ... or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection This manufacturer s engines have a full flow type dispos able oil filter Use a filter of this type for replacement The quality of replacement filters vari...

Page 465: ...ssure most efficient service MOPAR威 engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended Maintenance Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery You will never have to add water nor is periodic main tenance required NOTE The battery is stored in a compartment that is located behind the left front fender and is accessible through the wheel well The whee...

Page 466: ...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 467: ...w Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode injuring you Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail requiring costly repairs Refer to Warranty Information Book located on the DVD for further warranty informati...

Page 468: ...ducts seal conditioners compressor oil and refrigerants A C Air Filter If Equipped Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING Do not remove the A C air filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result The A C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box Perform the following steps to replace the filter 1 Open the glove box ...

Page 469: ...e the cover 5 Remove the A C air filter by pulling it straight out of the housing 6 Install the A C air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor When installing the filter cover make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover Glove Box Removal A C Air Filter Replacement 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 ...

Page 470: ...he application of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching components to ensure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood latch release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated The external lock cylind...

Page 471: ...ade Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc NOTE Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend ing on geographical area and frequency of use Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering marks water lines or wet spots If any of these conditions are present clean the wiper blades or replace as neces sary Rear Wiper Blade Removal Insta...

Page 472: ...e glass 3 Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder 4 Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade holder at the end of the wiper arm and firmly press the wiper blade until it snaps into place 1 Wiper Blade 2 Blade Pivot Pin 3 Wiper Arm 4 Wiper Blade Holder 470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 473: ... washer system in cold weather select a solution or mixture that meets or exceeds the temperature range of your climate This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal 4 l of washer fluid when the message LoWASH appears in the instrument cluster WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable They could ignite ...

Page 474: ...ly poison you To avoid breathing CO refer to Safety Tips Exhaust Gas in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information Continued WARNING Continued A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system Do not park or operate your ve hicle in areas where your exhaust sys...

Page 475: ...uned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it ...

Page 476: ...y to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator is hot Coolant Checks Check the engine coolant antifreeze protection every 12 months before the onset of freezing weather where applicable If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant anti freeze Check the front of the A C condenser for any accum...

Page 477: ...HOAT engine coolant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corro sion protection If a non HOAT engine coolant antifreeze is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the speci fied engine coolant antifreeze as soon as possible Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use addi tional rust inhibitors or ant...

Page 478: ... Formula HOAT Hybrid Organic Additive Technology or equivalent Mix a minimum solution of 50 HOAT engine coolant and distilled water Use higher concentrations not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 34 F 37 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion ized water when mixing the water engine coolant antifreeze solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount o...

Page 479: ...he cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pres sure cap while the system is hot or under pressure Continued WARNING Continued Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle Personal injury or en gine damage may result Disposal Of Used Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Chec...

Page 480: ...th When additional engine coolant antifreeze is needed to main tain the proper level it should be added to the coolant bottle Do not overfill Points To Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles kilometers of operation you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment This is nor mally a result of moisture from rain snow or high humidity accumulating on the rad...

Page 481: ...t of the condenser clean Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation If replacement is ever necessary install ONLY the correct type thermostat Other designs may result in unsatisfactory engine coolant antifreeze per formance poor gas mileage and increased emissions Brake System In order to assure brake system performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically ...

Page 482: ...e brake pads wear Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Re fer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts...

Page 483: ...hot engine parts causing the brake fluid to catch fire Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami nate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure This could result in a collision Automatic Transmiss...

Page 484: ...ired 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 avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo nents Such damage is not...

Page 485: ...in the crosshatched area marked HOT between the upper two holes in the dipstick b If the fluid is cold the fluid level should be between the lower two holes in the area marked COLD If the fluid level is low add sufficient fluid through the filler dipstick tube to bring it to the proper level Do not overfill CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manu facturer s recommended fluid may cau...

Page 486: ...ansmission is disassembled for any reason Rear Drive Assembly RDA AWD Models Only Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturer s recommended fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintain ing Your Vehicle for further information Fluid Level Check Visually inspect the unit at each oil change for leakage If leakage is detected check the fluid level by removing the fill plug The flui...

Page 487: ...rosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo graphic locations and usage Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle Outside parking which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants road surfaces on which t...

Page 488: ...u lated on your vehicle use MOPAR威 Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove Use a high quality cleaner wax such as MOPAR威 Cleaner Wax to remove road film stains and to protect your paint finish Take care never to scratch the paint Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish CAUTION Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning m...

Page 489: ...you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de icer salt etc be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel Use MOPAR威 Touch Up Paint or equivalent on scratches as soon as possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Wheel And Wheel Trim Care All ...

Page 490: ...lean damp cloth and remove the stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue Do not use any harsh solvents 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 wa...

Page 491: ...r upholstery Application of a leather condi tioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights Plastic is not...

Page 492: ...clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft cloth Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners This will weaken...

Page 493: ...ower Outlet F103 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet in Con sole Bin Power Out let in Rear of Console F105 20 Amp Yellow Heated Seats If Equipped Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description F106 20 Amp Yellow Spare F107 10 Amp Red Rear Camera If Equipped F108 15 Amp Blue Instrument Panel F109 10 Amp Red Climate Control HVAC F110 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller F112 10 Amp Red Spare F114 20 Amp Yel...

Page 494: ...121 15 Amp Blue Wireless Ignition Node F122 25 Amp Natural Driver Door Module F123 25 Amp Natural Passenger Door Module Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description F124 10 Amp Red Mirrors F125 10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module F126 10 Amp Red Audio Amplifier F127 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow If Equipped F128 15 Amp Blue Radio F129 15 Amp Blue Video DVD If Equipped F130 15 Amp Blue Climate Con...

Page 495: ...sure Module F133 10 Amp Red Spare Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center The power distribution center is located in the engine compartment Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description F101 60 Amp Yellow Interior Power Distri bution Center Rail F102 60 Amp Yellow Interior Power Distri bution Center Rail 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 ...

Page 496: ...mate Control System Blower F140 30 Amp Pink Power Locks F141 40 Amp Green Anti Lock Brake System F142 40 Amp Green Glow Plugs If Equipped Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description F143 40 Amp Green Exterior Lights 1 F144 40 Amp Green Exterior Lights 2 F145 30 Amp Pink To Body Computer Lamp F146 30 Amp Pink Spare F147 30 Amp Pink Spare F148 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan Motor F149 30 Amp Pink Starter...

Page 497: ...158 10 Amp Red Active Hood Module If Equipped F159 10 Amp Red Spare F160 20 Amp Yellow Interior Lights Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description F161 20 Amp Yellow Horn F162 50 Amp Red Cabin Heater 1 Vacuum Pump If Equipped F163 50 Amp Red Cabin Heater 2 If Equipped F164 25 Amp Natural Powertrain Auto Shutdown F165 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain Shutdown F166 20 Amp Yellow Spare F167 30 Amp Green Powe...

Page 498: ...es F174 20 Amp Yellow Siren If Equipped F175 30 Amp Green Spare F176 10 Amp Red Powertrain Control Modules Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description F177 20 Amp Yellow All Wheel Drive Module If Equipped F178 25 Amp Natural Sunroof If Equipped F179 10 Amp Red Battery Sensor F181 100 Amp Blue Electrohydraulic Steering EHPS If Equipped F182 50 Amp Red Cabin Heater 3 If Equipped F184 30 Amp Pink Fro...

Page 499: ...LACEMENT 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 Number Courtesy Reading Lamps Incandescent 578 Courtesy Reading Lamps Optional LED LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer Glove Box Lamp 194 Cargo Lamp 579 Optional Door Map Pocket Cupholder LED Serviced at Authorized Dealer NOTE For lig...

Page 500: ...horized Dealer Rear Turn Signal Lamp WY21W Backup Lamp W21W License Lamp 168 BULB REPLACEMENT Front Low High Beam Headlamp Turn Signal Park Lamp And Side Marker Lamp 1 Open the hood NOTE It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner filter housing and position the Totally Integrated Power Module TIPM aside to replace certain lamps in the left headlamp housing 2 Rotate the applicable bulb and conne...

Page 501: ...o the headlamp housing and rotate it 1 4 turn clockwise to lock it in place Front Fog Lamp NOTE Turn the steering wheel to the right if replacing the left front fog lamp or to the left if replacing the right front fog lamp to allow for easier access to the front of the wheel well 1 Remove the fasteners retaining the front lower wheel well access panel and remove the access panel 1 Front Turn Signa...

Page 502: ... in contact with an oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol 4 Install the replacement bulb and connector assembly straight into the fog lamp until it locks into place 5 Reinstall the front lower wheel well access panel and fasteners Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp The taillamps are a two piece design The tail stop rear turn signal lamps are located in the rear corner body panels The tail...

Page 503: ...nd Use the trim stick and hand pressure together to disengage the taillamp housing from the vehicle 4 Rotate the applicable bulb s electrical connector 1 4 turn counterclockwise and remove it from the taillamp housing 5 Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb 6 Install the bulb and connector assembly into the taillamp housing and rotate the connector 1 4 turn clo...

Page 504: ...rim stick and hand pressure together to disengage the taillamp housing from the liftgate 4 Rotate the applicable bulb s electrical connector 1 4 turn counterclockwise and remove it from the housing 5 Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb 6 Install the bulb and connector assembly into the housing and rotate the connector 1 4 turn clockwise to lock it in place 50...

Page 505: ... one hand and rotate the bulb s electrical connector 1 4 turn counterclockwise with the other hand and then separate the bulb and connector assembly from the lens 4 Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb 5 Install the bulb and connector assembly into the lens and rotate the connector 1 4 turn clockwise to lock it in place 6 Insert the end of the lens without the...

Page 506: ...5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 7 9 Quarts 7 5 Liters 2 4L Engine and Three Zone Climate Control System MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 9 8 Quarts 9 3 Liters 3 6L Engine and Single or Dual Zone Climate Control System MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 9 8 Quarts 9 3 Liters 3 6L Engine and Three Zone Climate Control Syst...

Page 507: ...f Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil 3 6L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W 30 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs 2 4L Engine ZFR5F 11 Gap 0 044 in 1 12 mm Spark Plugs...

Page 508: ...quivalent Rear Drive Assembly RDA MOPAR威 Gear Lubricant 75W 90 or equivalent Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR威 DOT 3 SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR威 Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR威 ATF 4威 Automatic Trans mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4威 product 506 MAINTAINING...

Page 509: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Maintenance Schedule 508 Required Maintenance Intervals 510 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 510: ...EVIC and a single chime will sound indicating that an oil change 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 service is required for your vehicle Have your vehicle servi...

Page 511: ...on Center EVIC Oil Change Required in Understanding Your Instrument Panel or under In strument Cluster 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 t...

Page 512: ... Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the brake hoses and lines CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H...

Page 513: ... 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 514: ...nge the engine oil and engine oil filter 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 Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for...

Page 515: ...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 516: ...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 Replace rear drive assembly RDA fluid Replace power transfer unit PTU fluid Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Inspe...

Page 517: ...the first sign 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 if not done at 104 000 miles 169 000 km Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front suspe...

Page 518: ...f irregular wear even if it occurs before 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 Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot se...

Page 519: ... 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 the front suspension tie r...

Page 520: ...dule Change the engine 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 Replace rear drive assembly RDA fluid Replace power transfer unit PTU fluid Inspect ...

Page 521: ...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 522: ... 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 Signature Authorized Service Center 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 520 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 523: ...work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES...

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Page 525: ...If You Need Assistance 525 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 526 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 526 In Mexico Contact 526 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 527 Service Contract 527 䡵 Warranty Information 528 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 528 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 528 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 528 In Canada 529 䡵 Publication Order Forms 529 9 ...

Page 526: ...䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 531 Treadwear 531 Traction Grades 531 Temperature Grades 532 524 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 527: ...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 528: ...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 529: ...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 530: ...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 531: ...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 532: ...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 533: ...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 534: ...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 535: ...INDEX 10 ...

Page 536: ...g 61 71 Airbag Deployment 72 Airbag Light 69 75 92 259 Airbag Maintenance 74 Airbag Side 65 68 71 Airbag Window Side Curtain 66 68 71 Alarm Security Alarm 17 Alarm Light 266 Alarm System Security Alarm 17 Alarm Panic 23 All Wheel Drive AWD 347 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 355 356 Anti Lock Warning Light 265 356 358 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Alarm 17 Antifree...

Page 537: ... Outlet Power Outlet 230 Auxiliary Power Outlet 230 B Pillar Location 369 Back Up Lights 500 Battery 463 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 23 Location 463 Belts Seat 46 92 Body Mechanism Lubrication 468 Booster Seat 78 Brake Assist System 358 Brake Control System Electronic 355 Brake Fluid 506 Brake System 354 479 Anti Lock ABS 355 356 Fluid Check 480 506 Master Cylinder 480 Parking 352 Warning ...

Page 538: ...go Compartment 244 Light 244 Luggage Carrier 253 Cargo Load Floor 245 Cargo Management System 245 Rollaway Tonneau Cover 247 Tri Fold Load Floor 245 Cargo Tie Downs 246 Cellular Phone 312 Certification Label 405 Chains Tire 382 Changing A Flat Tire 429 Chart Tire Sizing 365 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 259 456 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 90 Checks Safety 90 Child Booster Sea...

Page 539: ...Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 477 Cooling System 474 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 476 Coolant Capacity 504 Coolant Level 474 478 Disposal of Used Coolant 477 Drain Flush and Refill 474 Inspection 478 Points to Remember 478 Pressure Cap 477 Radiator Cap 477 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 475 504 505 Corrosion Protection 485 Cupholders 236 490 Customer Assistance 525 Data Recorder Event 75 Daytime Brightn...

Page 540: ...anding Water 348 Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy 276 DVD Player Video Entertainment System 308 E 85 Fuel 399 Electric Remote Mirrors 103 Electrical Outlet Auxiliary Power Outlet 230 Electrical Power Outlets 230 Electronic Brake Control System 355 Anti Lock Brake System 355 Brake Assist System 358 Electronic Roll Mitigation 359 Electronic Stability Program 360 Traction Control System 359 El...

Page 541: ...cation 454 Coolant Antifreeze 474 505 Cooling 474 Exhaust Gas Caution 43 91 399 Fails to Start 339 Flooded Starting 339 Fuel Requirements 395 Jump Starting 438 Oil 459 504 505 Oil Change Interval 275 460 Oil Filler Cap 453 461 Oil Filter 462 Oil Filter Disposal 462 Oil Selection 460 504 Oil Synthetic 461 Operation 89 Overheating 427 Starting 336 Temperature Gauge 266 Engine Oil Viscosity 461 Engin...

Page 542: ...onditioning 328 466 Automatic Transaxle 484 Engine Oil 462 505 Engine Oil Disposal 462 Flash To Pass 196 Flashers Hazard Warning 427 Turn Signal 94 195 261 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range 402 Engine Oil 402 Fuel Requirements 399 401 Maintenance 403 Replacement Parts 403 Starting 402 Flooded Engine Starting 339 Floor Console 239 Fluid Capacities 504 Fluid Leaks 94 Fluid Level Checks Automatic...

Page 543: ... Clean Air 395 Conserving 276 Ethanol 396 Filler Cap Gas Cap 266 403 Filler Door Gas Cap 266 Gasoline 395 Gauge 266 Light 272 Materials Added 397 Methanol 396 Octane Rating 395 505 Requirements 395 Saver Mode 276 Specifications 505 Tank Capacity 504 Fuel Optimizer 276 Fuel Saver 276 Fuel System Caution 404 Fuel Flexible 399 Fueling 403 Fuses 491 Garage Door Opener HomeLink 220 Gas Cap Fuel Filler ...

Page 544: ...nce 458 Glass Cleaning 490 Gross Axle Weight Rating 406 408 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 406 407 GVWR 406 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 348 Hazard Warning Flasher 427 Head Restraints 175 Headlights Automatic 192 Bulb Replacement 498 Cleaning 489 Delay 192 High Beam 498 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 195 Lights On Reminder 193 On With Wipers 192 201 Passing 196 Sw...

Page 545: ...de Rearview Mirror 101 Instrument Cluster 259 Instrument Panel and Controls 257 Instrument Panel Cover 488 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 490 Interior Appearance Care 488 Interior Fuses 491 Interior Lights 196 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 198 Introduction 4 Inverter Power 234 Jack Location 430 Jack Operation 429 433 Jacking Instructions 433 Jump Starting 438 Key In Reminder 14 Key Programming ...

Page 546: ...ate 42 Liftgate Window Wiper Washer 250 Light Bulbs 94 497 Light Replacement 498 Lights 94 191 498 Airbag 69 75 92 259 Alarm 266 Anti Lock 265 358 Automatic Headlights 192 Back Up 500 Brake Assist Warning 362 Brake Warning 264 Bulb Replacement 498 Courtesy Reading 197 Daytime Running 193 Dimmer Switch Headlight 194 195 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator 362 Exterior 94 Fog 194 261 499 Fuse...

Page 547: ...59 Map Reading 197 Parade Mode Daytime Brightness 197 Park 498 Passing 196 Reading 197 Rear Servicing 498 500 Rear Tail 500 Seat Belt Reminder 264 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 266 Service 497 498 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 259 Side Marker 498 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 266 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 262 385 Traction Control 362 Turn Signal 94 194 195 498 500 Vanity Mirror 104 Warni...

Page 548: ...508 Maintenance General 458 Maintenance Sunroof 229 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 259 456 Manual Transaxle Fluid Level Check 484 485 Frequency of Fluid Change 484 485 Lubricant Selection 484 485 Manual Service 529 Map Reading Lights 197 Marker Lights Side 498 Master Cylinder Brakes 480 Methanol 396 Mini Trip Computer 278 Mirrors 101 219 Automatic Dimming 102 Electric Powered 103 Electri...

Page 549: ...ter 261 Oil Change Indicator 262 275 Oil Change Indicator Reset 262 275 Oil Filter Change 462 Oil Filter Selection 462 Oil Engine 459 505 Capacity 504 Change Interval 275 460 Checking 459 Dipstick 459 Disposal 462 Filter 462 505 Filter Disposal 462 Identification Logo 460 Materials Added to 462 Recommendation 460 504 Synthetic 461 Viscosity 461 504 Onboard Diagnostic System 455 456 Opener Garage D...

Page 550: ...ribution Center Fuses 493 Door Locks 30 Inverter 234 Mirrors 103 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 230 Seats 166 Steering 350 351 Sunroof 226 Transfer Unit 485 Windows 38 Windows Express Down 22 Power Steering Fluid 506 Power Transfer Unit 485 506 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 61 Preparation for Jacking 430 Pretensioners Seat Belts 55 Programming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 20 Radial Ply Ti...

Page 551: ...ational Towing 423 Reformulated Gasoline 395 Refrigerant 466 Release Hood 189 Reminder Lights On 193 Reminder Seat Belt 59 Remote Control Starting System 25 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 310 Remote Starting System 25 Replacement Bulbs 497 Replacement Keys 16 Replacement Parts 457 Replacement Tires 381 Reporting Safety Defects 528 Resetting Oil Change Indicator 262 ...

Page 552: ...able Upper Shoulder Anchorage 51 And Pregnant Women 61 Child Restraint 76 77 80 86 Extender 61 Front Seat 46 48 Inspection 92 Operating Instructions 48 Pretensioners 55 Rear Seat 46 Untwisting Procedure 52 Seats 166 Adjustment 166 Child Booster 78 Easy Entry 185 Heated 168 Height Adjustment 166 174 Power 166 Rear Folding 180 187 Reclining 173 Reclining Rear 183 187 Seatback Release 174 180 187 Til...

Page 553: ...rbag 71 Side View Mirror Adjustment 102 Signals Turn 94 195 261 500 Slippery Surfaces Driving On 347 Snow Chains Tire Chains 382 Snow Tires 384 Spare Tire 377 378 430 Spark Plugs 505 Specifications Fuel Gasoline 505 Oil 460 505 Speed Control Cruise Control 203 Speedometer 266 Starting 25 336 Automatic Transmission 336 Cold Weather 338 Engine Fails to Start 339 Remote 25 Starting and Operating 336 ...

Page 554: ...chometer 259 Taillights 500 Telescoping Steering Column 202 Temperature Control Automatic ATC 321 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 266 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 82 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 17 Theft System Security Alarm 17 Tie Down Hooks Cargo 246 Tilt Steering Column 202 Time Delay Headlight 192 Tire and Loading Information Placard 369 Tire Identification Number TIN 367 Tire Markings 364 Ti...

Page 555: ...pinning 379 Trailer Towing 418 Tread Wear Indicators 380 To Open Hood 189 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 415 Towing 407 Behind a Motorhome 423 Disabled Vehicle 446 Guide 413 Recreational 423 Weight 413 Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome 423 Traction 348 Traction Control 359 Trailer Sway Control TSC 363 Trailer Towing 407 Cooling System Tips 423 Hitches 412 Minimum Requirements 416 Tips 421 Trailer an...

Page 556: ... Entry RKE 20 Transporting Pets 89 Tread Wear Indicators 380 Trip Odometer 261 Turn Signals 195 261 500 UCI Connector 310 Underhood Fuses 493 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 531 Universal Consumer Interface UCI Connector 310 Universal Transmitter 220 Unleaded Gasoline 395 Untwisting Procedure Seat Belt 52 Upholstery Care 488 Vanity Mirrors 104 Vehicle Certification Label 405 Vehicle Identification Num...

Page 557: ...Washers Windshield 198 200 471 Washing Vehicle 486 Water Driving Through 348 Wheel and Wheel Trim 487 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 487 Wheel Nut Torque 438 Wind Buffeting 41 229 Window Fogging 328 Windows 38 Power 38 Windows Express Down 22 Windshield Defroster 92 Windshield Washers 198 200 Fluid 471 Windshield Wiper Blades 468 Windshield Wipers 198 Wiper Blade Replacement 468 Wiper Delay 198 Wiper R...

Page 558: ...ephone equipment must be installed properly by trained person nel The following must be observed during installation The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible The negative power connection should be made to body sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way ra...

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