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Torque Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294

Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)

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Auxiliary Power Outlet

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Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418

Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . 25
Saving Feature (Protection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Belts, Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37,70
Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420
B-Pillar Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Brake Control System, Electronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430

Anti-Lock (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309,312
Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430
Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430

Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Brake/Transmission Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . 68
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 449,450
Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Calibration, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Camera, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 456
Caps, Filler

Fuel

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364

Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427

Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 437
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69,359
Cargo Area Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Cargo Area Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Cargo Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

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Summary of Contents for 2009 Grand Cherokee

Page 1: ...GRAND CHEROKEE 2009 owner s manual 9 9 08 8 33 17 AM ...

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

Page 3: ...HICLE 11 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 487 10 INDEX 497 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 䡵 Rollover Warning 5 䡵 How To Use This Manual 6 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 8 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 8 䡵 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 9 1 ...

Page 6: ... your vehicle handles on different road surfaces Your driving skills will improve with experience When driving off road or working the vehicle don t overload the vehicle or expect the vehicle to overcome the natural laws of physics Always observe federal state provincial and local laws wherever you drive As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in lo...

Page 7: ...pes of vehicles This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many passenger cars It is capable of performing better in a wide variety of off road applications Driven in an unsafe manner all vehicles can go out of control Because of the higher center of gravity if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over when some other vehicles may not Do not attempt sharp ...

Page 8: ...annually In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Always buckle up HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire The detailed index at the back of this Owner s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects Consult the following table for a description of th...

Page 9: ...INTRODUCTION 7 1 ...

Page 10: ...ll Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on a label located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad 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 Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle ide...

Page 11: ...FICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death INTRODUCTION 9 1 ...

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Page 13: ...moval 15 Key In Ignition Reminder 17 䡵 Sentry Key威 17 Replacement Keys 18 Customer Key Programming 19 General Information 20 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm 20 Rearming The System 20 To Set The Alarm 20 To Disarm The System 21 䡵 Illuminated Entry 21 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry 21 To Unlock The Doors 22 To Lock The Doors 24 To Release The Liftgate Flipper Glass 24 2 ...

Page 14: ... Power Door Locks 29 Child Protection Door Lock 30 䡵 Windows 31 Power Windows 31 Wind Buffeting 33 䡵 Liftgate 34 Liftgate Flipper Glass 35 䡵 Occupant Restraints 36 Lap Shoulder Belts 37 Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 38 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 41 Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped 42 Energy Management Feature 43 Seat Belt Pretensioners 43 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder ...

Page 15: ...traint Systems SRS 46 Child Restraints 58 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 68 䡵 Safety Tips 69 Transporting Passengers 69 Exhaust Gas 69 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 70 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 2 ...

Page 16: ... up Wireless Ignition Node WIN The Wireless Ignition Node WIN operates similar to an ignition switch It has four operating positions three of which are detented and one spring loaded The detented positions are LOCK ACC and ON The START position is a spring loaded momentary contact position When released from the START position the switch automati cally returns to the detented ON position Wireless ...

Page 17: ...ng the glove box You can keep the valet key with you when valet parking To remove the valet key from the RKE transmitter slide the mechanical latch at the top of the RKE transmitter sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand NOTE You can insert the double sided valet key into the lock cylinders with either side up Ignition Key Removal Place the shift lever in PARK Turn...

Page 18: ... 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi tion Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time for this feature is programmable For details refer to Key Off Power Delay under Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features under Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual WARNING Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattend...

Page 19: ... pro grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle The system will shut the engine off in two seconds if an invalid RKE transmitter is used to start the engine After turning the ignition switch to the ON position the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check If the light remains on after the bulb check it indicates that there is a problem with the...

Page 20: ...OTE Only RKE transmitters that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle Once an RKE transmitter 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 of purchase the original owner is provided with a four digit Personal I...

Page 21: ...switch to the LOCK position and remove the second key 3 Insert a blank integrated key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 60 seconds After 10 seconds a single chime will sound and the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing turn on again for three seconds and then turn off The new integrated key is programmed The RKE trans mitter will also be programme...

Page 22: ...l lights will flash for an additional 15 minutes NOTE The Panic and Security alarms are quite differ ent Please take a moment to activate the Panic and the Security modes to hear the differences in the horn In case one should go off in the future you will need to know which mode has been activated in order to deactivate it Rearming The System If something triggers the alarm and no action is taken ...

Page 23: ...oors with the RKE transmitter once the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed after 16 seconds when you pull the door handle to exit the alarm will sound If this occurs press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm You may also accidentally disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm by unlocking the driver s door with the key and then locking it The door will be locked but th...

Page 24: ...ntinue to work Driving the vehicle over 5 mph disables all RKE transmitter buttons for all RKE trans mitters until the ignition is turned back to OFF LOCK To Unlock the Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver s door or twice to unlock all doors The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal The illuminated entry system will als...

Page 25: ... transmit ter This feature can be turned on or off To change the current setting proceed as follows For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Flash Lamps with Lock under Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock This feature activat...

Page 26: ...n Section 4 of this manual To Release the Liftgate Flipper Glass Press the FLIPPER GLASS TRUNK RELEASE button two times the second press within 5 seconds of the first press to open liftgate flipper glass WARNING Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poi sonous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the flipper glass closed when you are ...

Page 27: ...The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position while the Panic Alarm is activated However the exterior lights and horn will remain on Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key威 Customer Key Programming If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter contact your authorized dealer for details Transmitter Battery Service The recommended repl...

Page 28: ...battery opening and snap into place General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by t...

Page 29: ... system has a range of 328 ft 100 m How to Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start Shift lever in PARK Doors closed Hood closed Liftgate closed Hazard switch off Brake switch inactive brake pedal not pressed Ignition key removed from ignition switch Battery at an acceptable charge level and RKE PANIC button not pressed To Enter Remote Start ...

Page 30: ...To avoid unintentional shutdowns the system will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle Before the end of 15 minute cycle press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm if equipped Then prior to the end of ...

Page 31: ...le When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition and lock your vehicle Do not leave unattended children in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal in juries and death Power Door Locks The power door lock switch is located on each front door panel Press the switch to lock or unlock the doors If the plunger ...

Page 32: ...ally when the vehicle speed is above 15 mph 24 km h and all doors are closed It will reset whenever a door is opened This feature is selectable and can be turned on or off Refer to Auto Door Locks under Customer Programmable Features in the Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual or see your authorized dealer Child Protection Door Lock The rear doors of your vehicle...

Page 33: ...ger rear passenger door windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACCESSORY position The power window switches remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned OFF Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature Child Protection Door Lock Power Window Switches THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 2 ...

Page 34: ... the second detent release and the window will go up automatically To stop the window from going all the way up during the Auto Up operation push down on the switch briefly To close the window part way lift the window switch to the first detent and release when you want the window to stop NOTE If the window runs into any obstacle during Auto Up it will reverse direction and then stop Remove the ob...

Page 35: ...s you to disable the window controls on the other doors To disable the window controls on the other doors press the window lockout button To enable the window controls press the window lockout button again Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or t...

Page 36: ...up squeeze on the handle and lift Manually unlocking the vehicle doors with the plunger or a key in the lock cylinder will not unlock the liftgate WARNING Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your pas sengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle Liftgate Release 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STA...

Page 37: ...e flipper glass has been opened connec tion to the rear window wiper is interrupted preventing activation of the rear wiper blade while the flipper glass is open NOTE If a malfunction to the liftgate latch should occur an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the liftgate The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap in cover located on the liftgate trim panel ...

Page 38: ...for adult size belts your seat belts also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems NOTE The front airbags have a multistage inflator design This allows the airbags to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity Please pay close attention to the information in this section It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers...

Page 39: ...ve combination lap shoulder belts The belt webbing retractor is de signed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions But in a colli sion the belt will lock and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat be...

Page 40: ...Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is above the back of 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 c...

Page 41: ...possibly causing internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly Continued Latch Plate to Buckle THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 2 ...

Page 42: ...ove slack in the lap portion pull up a bit on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision WARNING A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision The belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your ab domen Always wear t...

Page 43: ...or loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seating positions the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck Press the release butt...

Page 44: ... Automatic Locking Mode Use Automatic Locking mode anytime a child safety seat is installed in the rear center seating position Children 12 years old and younger should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode 1 Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is fully extended 3...

Page 45: ...pant s chest 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 Seat Belt Pretensioners The driver and fron...

Page 46: ...o instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts Once the warning is triggered BeltAlert威 will continue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for 96 seconds or until the driver s seat belt is buckled BeltAlert威 will be reactivated if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h BeltAlert威 can be enabled or disabl...

Page 47: ...n use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is...

Page 48: ... This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel The front passenger airbag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers NOTE The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allo...

Page 49: ...is vehicle is equipped with window bags to protect the driver and front and rear passengers sitting next to a window They are located above the side windows Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open to allow airbag deployment Window Airbag Location THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 2 ...

Page 50: ...sory items installed which will alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks that require permanent attachments bolts or screws for instal lation on the vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason Do not cover or place items on the airbag covers These items may cause serious injury during inflation NOTE Do not use a clothing bar mounted ...

Page 51: ...deploying airbag 1 Children 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat WARNING Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger airbag An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in that position Children that are not big enough to properly wear the vehicle seat belt should be secured in the rear s...

Page 52: ...Phone numbers are provided under If You Need Assistance in Section 9 of this manual WARNING Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly In some collisions the airbags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel d...

Page 53: ... a frontal side or rollover collision is severe enough to require the front and or side airbags to inflate The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation from direction provided by the ORC The ORC will detect roll overs not rear impacts The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or O...

Page 54: ... wheel and the right side of the instrument panel When the ORC detects a collision requiring the airbags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags Different airbag inflation rates are possible based on collision severity and occupant size The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fo...

Page 55: ...s especially applies to children The win dow bag is only about 3 in 8 cm thick when it is inflated The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger and position every one for the best interaction with the front airbag If a Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy when the Occupant Restraint Control ORC detects a moderate to severe frontal colli...

Page 56: ...ticles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s instruc tions for cleaning It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have deployed If you are involved in another collision the airbags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision Have the airbags seat belt pretensioners and seat be...

Page 57: ... to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel Do not modify the front bumper or vehicle body struc ture Continued WARNING Continued You need proper knee impact protection in a collision Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the airbag system yourself Be sure to tell anyone...

Page 58: ...nflate for your protection Promptly check the fuse block for blown fuses Refer to Fuses in Section 7 of this manual See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good Event Data Recorder EDR In the event of an accident your vehicle is designed to record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param eters see the following list in an event data recorder prior to the moment of airbag deployment or n...

Page 59: ...l entity for the vehicle usually the vehicle owner or lessee before accessing the elec tronic data stored unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction i e pursuant to a warrant A copy of the data will be provided to the custodial entity upon request General data that does not identify par ticular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorpo ration in aggregate crash databa...

Page 60: ...ion Cruise control status Traction stability control status Tire Pressure Monitoring System status Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time babies and children too Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years an...

Page 61: ...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 often have a higher weight limit ...

Page 62: ...ere or fatal injury to the infant Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child restraint Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards Chrysler LLC also recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it before you buy it The restraint must be appropriate for your child s weig...

Page 63: ...rlier in this section In the rear seat you may have trouble tightening the lap shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out If the belt st...

Page 64: ... child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seatback they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt Children Too Large for Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend ov...

Page 65: ... For some older child restraints many child restraint manufacturers offer add on tether strap kits or retro fit kits You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re straint in any vehicle NOTE When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of ...

Page 66: ...ompatible Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here Again carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided with the child restraint system The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion whe...

Page 67: ...s on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars pushing aside the seat cover material Then locate the tether anchorage directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint and attach the tether strap to the anchorage being car...

Page 68: ...sary For seat belts having an Automatic Locking Retractor ALR pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough allowance to pass it through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle Then pull the belt until it is fully extended from the retractor Allow the belt to return into the retractor pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion about the child restraint ...

Page 69: ...eating positions route the tether over the head rests and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat WARNING Always remove the subwoofer from the vehicle whenever the tether anchors behind the subwoofer are required for proper installation of a child re straining device In the event of an accident or under severe vehicle maneuvers leaving the subwoofer unsecured in the ve...

Page 70: ... in your vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 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 gear can be detri mental and should be avoided The engine oil installed in the engine ...

Page 71: ... collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorle...

Page 72: ...the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the com plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as ...

Page 73: ...e Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect the tread and sidewall for cuts and cracks Check the wheel nuts for tightness Check the tires including spare for proper pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam ind...

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Page 75: ...ver s And Front Passenger Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors If Equipped 80 Outside Power Mirrors 80 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 81 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 81 Sun Visor Extension If Equipped 81 䡵 uconnect威 phone If Equipped 82 Operation 84 Phone Call Features 92 uconnect威 phone Features 95 Advanced Phone Connectivity 100 Things You Should Know About Your uconnect威 phone 102 3 ...

Page 76: ... Way Passenger s Power Seat If Equipped 117 Head Restraints 118 Front Heated Seats If Equipped 118 Rear Heated Seats If Equipped 120 60 40 Split Rear Seat 122 䡵 Driver Memory Seat If Equipped 124 Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote Keyless Entry RKE Transmitter To Memory 125 Memory Position Recall 126 To Disable A RKE Transmitter Linked To Memory 127 Easy Entry Exit Seat 128 䡵 To Open And ...

Page 77: ...f Equipped 135 Turn Signals 136 High Beam Switch 137 Flash To Pass 137 Headlight Time Delay 137 Interior Lights 137 Front Map Reading Lights 138 䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers 139 Mist 140 Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System 140 Rain Sensing Wipers If Equipped 141 䡵 Tilt Telescoping Steering Column 142 䡵 Adjustable Pedals If Equipped 143 䡵 Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 144 To Activat...

Page 78: ...pped 151 Turning The Rear Camera On Or Off With Navigation Radio 152 Turning The Rear Camera On Or Off Without Navigation Radio 152 䡵 Overhead Console 153 Courtesy Reading Lights 153 Sunglasses Storage 154 䡵 Garage Door Opener If Equipped 154 Programming HomeLink威 155 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 158 Using HomeLink威 158 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 Button 159 Security 159 Troubleshooting...

Page 79: ...3 䡵 Power Outlets 163 Front Power Outlet 163 Rear Power Outlet If Equipped 163 䡵 Power Inverter If Equipped 165 䡵 Cupholders 167 䡵 Cargo Area Features 167 Cargo Light 167 Rear Storage Compartment 168 Retractable Cargo Area Cover If Equipped 168 Cargo Tie Down Hooks 170 Cargo Load Floor 171 䡵 Rear Window Features 172 Rear Window Wiper Washer 172 Rear Window Defroster 173 䡵 Roof Luggage Rack If Equi...

Page 80: ... the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the windshield Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the dim...

Page 81: ... obtained on the inside mirror WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror Some veh...

Page 82: ...imming mirror is on The outside mirrors operate off the inside mirror switch and will automatically adjust for annoying headlight glare when the inside mirror does Outside Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the drivers door trim panel next to the power door lock switch A rotary knob selects the left mirror right mirror or off position After selecting a mirror move the knob in the ...

Page 83: ...u turn on the rear window defroster Refer to Rear Window Features in this Section for further information Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped To access a n illuminated vanity mirror flip down one of the visors Lift the cover to reveal the mirror The light will turn on automatically Sun Visor Extension If Equipped This feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for increased coverage Illu...

Page 84: ...our cellular phone s audio is transmitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the uconnect威 phone NOTE The uconnect威 phone requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth威 Hands Free Profile Version 0 96 or higher See the uconnect威 website for supported phones For uconnect威 customer support visit the following websites www chrysler com...

Page 85: ...earview mirror contains the microphone for the system depending on the type of mirror and radio equipped and either the radio or the mirror has the two control buttons PHONE Button and VOICE RECOGNITION button that will enable you to access the system Voice Recognition Button Actual button location may vary with the ra dio The individual buttons are described in the Operation section The uconnect威...

Page 86: ...r another prompt For certain operations compound commands can be used For example instead of saying Setup and then Phone Pairing the following compound command can be said Setup Phone Pairing For each feature explanation in this section only the combined form of the voice command is given You can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command when you are asked for it For exam...

Page 87: ...e to a Cellular Phone To begin using your uconnect威 phone you must pair your compatible Bluetooth威 enabled cellular phone To complete the pairing process you will need to refer ence your cellular phone Owner s Manual The uconnect威 website may also provide detailed instructions for pairing The following are general phone to uconnect威 phone pairing instructions Press the PHONE button to begin After ...

Page 88: ...cle at the same time For example if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle the uconnect威 phone will use the priority three cellular phone when you make a call You can select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time refer to Advanced Phone Connectivity in this section Dial by Saying a Number Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the followi...

Page 89: ...es to the uconnect威 phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook New Entry When prompted say the name of the new entry Use of long names helps the voice recognition and it is recommended For example say Robert Smith or Robert instead of Bob When prompted enter the number designation e g Home W...

Page 90: ...connect威 website for supported phones To call a name from downloaded or uconnect威 Phonebook follow the procedure in Call by Saying a Name section Automatic download and update if supported begins as soon as the Bluetooth威 wireless phone connection is made to the uconnect威 phone for example after you start the vehicle A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down loaded and updated every time a ...

Page 91: ...nge Profile OBEX Please see your phone Owner s Manual for specific instructions on how to send these entries from your phone NOTE The phone handset must support Bluetooth威 OBEX transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they are already connected to any system via Bluetooth威 and you may see a message on the phone display that the Bluetooth威 link...

Page 92: ...t you are editing After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in the phonebook call the number you just edited or return to the main menu Phonebook Edit can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook For example the entry John Doe may have a cellular and a home number but you can add ...

Page 93: ...pager or all Say the designation you wish to delete Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited Delete Erase All uconnect威 Phonebook Entries Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Erase All The uconnect威 phone will ask you to verify that you wish to dele...

Page 94: ... For example if your cellular service plan provides three way calling this feature can be accessed through the uconnect威 phone Check with your cellular service provider for the features that you have Answer or Reject an Incoming Call No Call Currently in Progress When you receive a call on your cellular phone the uconnect威 phone will interrupt the vehicle audio system if on and will ask if you wou...

Page 95: ...oggling Between Calls in this section To combine two calls refer to Conference Call in this section Place Retrieve a Call From Hold To put a call on hold press the PHONE button until you hear a single beep This indicates that the call is on hold To bring the call back from hold press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep Toggling Between Calls If two calls are in progress one acti...

Page 96: ...dependent To bring the call back from hold press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep Redial Press the PHONE button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Redial The uconnect威 phone will call the last number that was dialed from your cellular phone NOTE This may not be the last number dialed from the uconnect威 phone Call Continuation Call continuation is the p...

Page 97: ...mpt and the following beep say the name of the language you wish to switch to English Espanol or Francais Continue to follow the system prompts to complete the language selection After selecting one of the languages all prompts and voice commands will be in that language NOTE After every uconnect威 phone language change operation only the language specific 32 name phone book is usable The paired ph...

Page 98: ...11 for the U S and Canada and 060 for Mexico The number dialed may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area If supported this number may be programmable on some systems To do this press the PHONE button and say Setup followed by Emergency The uconnect威 phone does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly WARNING You...

Page 99: ...with Automated Systems Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time out a little too soon to work properly with the uconnect威 phone Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail refer to Working with Automated Systems Working with Automated Systems This method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while nav...

Page 100: ...d then press the VOICE RECOGNITION button and say Send The system will prompt you to enter the name or number and say the name of the phonebook entry you wish to send The uconnect威 phone will then send the corresponding phone number associated with the phonebook entry as tones over the phone NOTE You may not hear all of the tones due to cellular phone network configurations This is normal Some pag...

Page 101: ...he status is given for roaming network signal strength phone battery strength etc Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the uconnect威 phone while dialing via the cellular phone keypad the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth威 cellular phone the aud...

Page 102: ...er an ongoing call from your uconnect威 phone paired cellular phone to the uconnect威 phone or vice versa press the VOICE REC OGNITION button and say Transfer Call Connect or Disconnect Link Between the uconnect威 phone and Cellular Phone Your cellular phone can be paired with many different electronic devices but can only be actively connected with one electronic device at a time If you would like t...

Page 103: ... the prompts You can also press the VOICE RECOGNITION button at any time while the list is being played and then choose the phone that you wish to select The selected phone will be used for the next phone call If the selected phone is not available the uconnect威 phone will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near approximately within 30 ft 9 m the vehicle Delete uconnect威 phon...

Page 104: ...TION button and say the Setup Voice Training command Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the uconnect威 phone For best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked with the engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only To restore the ...

Page 105: ...ork 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 the phonebook when the vehicle is not in motion is recommended It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the uconnect威 phonebook Phonebook Downloaded and uconnect威 phone Local name recognition rate is optimi...

Page 106: ...o at the far end can sometimes be reduced by lowering the in vehicle audio volume In a convertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Bluetooth威 Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the uconnect威 phone When this happens the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off on Your cellular phone is reco...

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

Page 108: ...106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 109: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 3 ...

Page 110: ...ive six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all Voice Commands Primary Alternate s call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 111: ...ng pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate s return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call uconnect威 Tutorial try again voice training work yes UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 3 ...

Page 112: ...SYSTEM VR IF EQUIPPED Voice Recognition System VR Operation This Voice Recognition system allows you to control your AM FM radio satellite radio disc player and a memo recorder NOTE Take care to speak into the Voice Interface System as calmly and normally as possible The ability of the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a raised...

Page 113: ... time you can say the words Cancel Help or Main Menu These commands are universal and can be used from any menu All other commands can be used depending upon the active application For example if you are in the disc menu and you are listening to FM radio you can speak commands from the disc menu or from the FM radio menu When using this system you should speak clearly and at a normal speaking volu...

Page 114: ...Menu Start a dialogue by pressing the VR button You may say Main Menu to switch to the main menu In this mode you can say the following commands Radio to switch to the radio mode Disc to switch to the disc mode Memo to switch to the memo recorder System Setup to switch to system setup Radio AM or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave If Equipped To switch to the AM band say AM or Radio AM In this m...

Page 115: ...ollowing com mands Channel Number to change the channel by its spoken number Next Channel to select the next channel Previous Channel to select the previous channel List Channel to hear a list of available channels Select Name to say the name of a channel Radio Menu to switch to the radio menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu Disc To switch to the disc mode say Disc In this mode you may say th...

Page 116: ...previously recorded memos During the playback you may press the VR button to stop playing memos You proceed by saying one of the following commands Repeat to repeat a memo Next to play the next memo Previous to play the previous memo Delete to delete a memo Delete All to delete all memos System Setup To switch to system setup say Setup In this mode you may say the following commands Language Germa...

Page 117: ...Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only SEATS Front Manual Seat Adjustment Move the seat forward or rearward using the adjustment bar Lift up on the bar located on the front of the seat near the floor Position ...

Page 118: ...dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed 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 Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment...

Page 119: ...op switch controls the seatback recline adjustment Four Way Passenger s Power Seat If Equipped The front passenger s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the passenger seat lower side trim The bottom switch controls forward rearward adjust ment The top switch controls the seatback recline adjust ment Manual Lumbar Control Power Seat Switches UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VE...

Page 120: ...on which must be pushed in to lower the head restraint to all positions The restraints may be raised without pushing in the button Front Heated Seats If Equipped The front driver and passenger seats are heated The controls for each heater are located near the bottom center of the instrument panel below the heater air conditioning controls The heaters provide the same average heat level for both th...

Page 121: ... the High level setting is selected the system will automatically switch to Low level after approximately 30 minutes of continuous operation At that time the number of illuminated LEDs changes from two to one indicating the change The Low level setting will turn Off automatically after approximately 30 min utes NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within two to five minutes WARNI...

Page 122: ... of the seats into a folded flat position if equipped Rear Heated Seats If Equipped On vehicles equipped with rear heated seats the seats closest to the doors are heated The controls for these seats are located on the rear of the center console Press the switch once to select High level heat ing Press the switch a second time to select Low level heating Press the switch a third time to shut the he...

Page 123: ... minutes WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use ex haustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at Low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as ...

Page 124: ... Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward This will allow the rear seatback to fold down easily 1 Pull the release strap toward the front of the vehicle to release NOTE Do not fold the rear seat down with the center seat belt buckled 2 Fold the rear seat completely forward Rear Seat Release 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 125: ...o its proper position WARNING The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle with the rear seatbacks in the locked up or folded down position should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion They could be seriously injured in an accident Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system Folding Rear Seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 3 ...

Page 126: ...s the storage bin DRIVER MEMORY SEAT IF EQUIPPED Once programmed the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver s door panel can be used to recall the driver s seat driver s outside mirror adjustable brake and accelerator pedals and radio station preset settings Your Remote Rear Seat Armrest Armrest Storage Latch 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 127: ...E Each time the S SET button and a numbered button 1 or 2 are pressed you erase the memory settings for that button and store a new one 1 Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position 2 Press the driver door memory button number 1 if you are setting the memory for driver 1 or button number 2 if you are setting the memory for driver 2 The system will recall any stored sett...

Page 128: ...n switch to the ON position 11 Select Remote Linked to Memory in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC and enter Yes Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Section 4 for more information 12 Repeat the above steps to set the next memory position using the other numbered memory button or to link another RKE transmitter to memory Memory Position...

Page 129: ...The system will recall any memory settings stored in position 1 Wait for the system to complete the memory recall before continuing to Step 3 3 Press and release the memory S SET button located on the driver s door 4 Within five seconds press and release memory button 1 on the driver s door 5 Within five seconds press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter To disable another RKE tran...

Page 130: ...stop when the key is removed from the ignition switch The seat will move forward to the memory driving position when the key is placed into the ignition and turned out of the LOCK position toward the ACC ON position The Easy Entry Exit feature will be automatically dis abled if the seat is already positioned closer than 0 9 in 23 mm forward of the rear stop At this position there is no benefit to ...

Page 131: ...in front of the driver s door 2 Reach under the hood move safety latch to the left and lift the hood CAUTION To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage Hood Release Safety Latch Location UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 3 ...

Page 132: ... beam selection instru ment panel light dimming passing light interior courtesy dome lights and optional fog lights The mul tifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering wheel Headlights and Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent for parking light operation Turn to the second detent for headlight operation Turn to the third detent for AUTO headlig...

Page 133: ...he engine is running they will automatically turn on when the wiper system is on If your vehicle is equipped with a Rain Sensitive Wiper System and it is activated the headlights will automati cally turn on after the wipers complete five wipe cycles within approximately one minute and they will turn off approximately four minutes after the wipers completely stop Refer to Windshield Wipers and Wash...

Page 134: ...SmartBeam mirror is re placed the SmartBeam mirror must be re aimed to ensure proper performance See your local authorized dealer To Activate 1 Select Auto Headlamp Low High Beams Low High Beam Refer to EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Section 4 of this manual 2 Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the AUTO headlight position 3 Push the multifunction lever away from you toward front of...

Page 135: ... function improperly Daytime Running Lights If Equipped The high beam headlights come on at a low intensity level whenever the engine is running and the transmis sion is not in the PARK position The lights will remain on until the ignition switch is turned to LOCK ACC or the parking brake is engaged The headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime driving Automatic Headlight Leveling HID Hea...

Page 136: ...and Automatic Climate Control if equipped is obtained by rotating the center portion of the control to the first detent above the dimmer range Rotating the control to the second detent above the dimmer range turns the interior lights on Rotating the control to the Off extreme bottom position disables all the interior lights even when the doors and liftgate are open While in the Off position the in...

Page 137: ...dlight switch is turned to another position Lights On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition switch has been turned to LOCK ACC a chime will sound when the driver s door is opened Fog Lights If Equipped The fog light switch is located in the multifunction lever To activate the fog lights turn on the park turn lights low beam headlights or Auto headlights and pull ou...

Page 138: ...ould be made to prevent excessive glare for other drivers Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster will flash to show proper operation of the left and right turn signal lights You can signal a lane change by moving the multifunction lever partially up or down Turn Signal Auto Mode Tap the multifunction lever once and the turn signal...

Page 139: ...urning off the headlights for 30 60 or 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned OFF To activate the headlight delay the multifunction lever must be rotated to the Off position after the ignition switch is turned to LOCK ACC Only the headlights will illu minate during this time Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Section 4 to turn this feature...

Page 140: ...courtesy lights Front Map Reading Lights These lights are mounted in the overhead console Each light can be turned on by pressing the recessed area of the lens To turn these lights off press the recessed area of the lens a second time There are also reading lights located above the rear doors Each light can be turned on by pressing the front recessed area of the lens To turn these lights off press...

Page 141: ...ensitive Intermittent Wiper System in this section For information on the rear wiper and washer refer to Rear Window Features in this section NOTE Always remove any buildup of snow that pre vents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position If the windshield wiper switch is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position damage to the wiper motor may occur Windshield ...

Page 142: ... with the defroster before and during windshield washer use Mist Use the Mist feature when weather conditions make occasional usage of the wipers necessary Pull down and release the control lever for a single wiping cycle Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System Use one of the five intermittent wiper speeds when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles de...

Page 143: ...itivity Place the wiper switch in the OFF position when not using the system NOTE The rain sensing feature will not operate when the wiper switch is in the Low or High speed position The rain sensing feature may not function properly when ice or dried salt water is present on the wind shield Use of Rain X威 or products containing wax or silicone may reduce rain sensor performance A customer program...

Page 144: ...oved out of the NEUTRAL position TILT TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column The tilt telescoping control handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column To unlock the steering column push the control handle downward toward the floor To tilt the ste...

Page 145: ... the vehicle ADJUSTABLE PEDALS IF EQUIPPED This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals to move toward or away from the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel The adjust able pedal system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position The position of the brake and accelerator pedals can be adjusted without compromi...

Page 146: ...Vehicle In Reverse Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 for more information CAUTION Do not place any article under the adjustable pedal s or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls Pedal travel may become lim ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal s path ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged Ele...

Page 147: ... control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed press down on the lever 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 SET lever To Deactivate A soft tap on...

Page 148: ...esel engines speed increase Each time the lever is tapped speed increases so that tapping the lever three times will increase speed by 3 mph 5 km h 3 7L 4 7L 5 7L and 3 0L diesel en gines To decrease speed while Electronic Speed Control is on push down and hold SET DECEL Release the lever when the desired speed is reached and the new speed will be set Tapping the SET DECEL lever once will result i...

Page 149: ... obstacle when backing up Refer to the Warning Section and Note Section for limitations of this system and recommendations The Rear Park Assist will remember the last system state enabled or disabled from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON position The Rear Park Assist can be active only when the shift lever is in REVERSE If the Rear Park Assist is enabled at this shift...

Page 150: ...ning Display located in the headliner near the flipper glass provides both visible and audible warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle When the ignition is turned to the ON position the warning display will turn ON all of its LEDs for about one second Each side of the warning display has six yellow and two red LEDs The vehicle is close to the obstacle wh...

Page 151: ...NTER 1st LED 59 in 150 cm Yellow Yes Half Second 2nd LED 51 in 130 cm Yellow None 3rd LED 45 in 115 cm Yellow None 4th LED 31 5 in 80 cm 39 in 100 cm Yellow None 5th LED 25 5 in 65 cm 33 5 in 85 cm Yellow None 6th LED 20 in 50 cm 28 in 70 cm Yellow None 7th LED 16 in 40 cm 20 in 50 cm Red Yes Intermittent 8th LED 6 in 15 cm 12 in 30 cm Red Yes Continuous NOTE The Rear Park Assist system will MUTE ...

Page 152: ...d the instrument cluster will actuate a single chime once per ignition cycle and it will display the message The Rear Park Assist Switch LED will be ON when the Rear Park Assist is disabled or defective The Rear Park Assist Switch LED will be OFF when the system is enabled Service The Rear Park Assist When the Rear Park Assist is defective the instrument cluster will actuate a single chime once pe...

Page 153: ...icle is put into REVERSE WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the Rear Camera System Always check care fully behind your vehicle and be sure to check for pedestrians animals other vehicles obstructions or blind spots before backing up You are responsible for the safety of your surroundings and must con tinue to pay attention while backing up Failure to do so can result i...

Page 154: ...ra setup soft key 4 Enable or disable the rear camera feature by selecting enable rear camera in reverse soft key 5 Press the save soft key 6 When the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE an image of the rear of the vehicle will appear with a caution note to check entire surroundings displayed across the top of the screen After five seconds this note will disappear 7 When the vehicle is shifted out of ...

Page 155: ...r camera mode is exited and the audio screen appears again OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy reading lights an optional universal garage door opener HomeLink威 storage for sunglasses and optional power sunroof switches Courtesy Reading Lights At the forward end of the console are two courtesy reading lights Press the lens to turn these lights on Press a second time to turn the...

Page 156: ...ole to open Push the finger depression to close GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink威 replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink威 unit operates off your vehicle s battery The HomeLink威 buttons are located in the overhead console and contain one two or three dots lines...

Page 157: ...ous gas 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 up to 20 seconds The EVIC will display CLEARING CHANNELS Release the buttons when the ...

Page 158: ... in rare cases The garage door may open and close while you train NOTE Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Programming section 4 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink威 button If the channel has been trained the EVIC display will now state CHANNEL TRANSMIT If the EVIC display still states CHANNEL TRAIN ...

Page 159: ...ss 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 ass...

Page 160: ...Step 3 with the following 3 Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter until HomeLink威 has successfully accepted the frequency signal The EVIC display will change from CHANNEL TRAIN ING to CHANNEL TRAINED If you unplugged the device for training plug it back in at this time Then proceed with Step 4 under Programmin...

Page 161: ...econds until the EVIC message states CHANNELS CLEARED Note that all channels will be erased Indi vidual 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 butt...

Page 162: ...E 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 num ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifi cations were met POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is lo...

Page 163: ...ss the switch rearward and release and the sunroof will open automatically from any position The sunroof will open fully then stop automatically This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof Closing Sunroof Express Press the switch forward and release and the sunroof will close automatically from any position The sunroof will clo...

Page 164: ...ver the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens NOTE The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal oc...

Page 165: ...of instrument panel is an outlet for electric powered accessories Pull lightly on the tab of the plastic cover to access the outlet Rear Power Outlet If Equipped The rear power outlet if equipped is located in the left rear cargo area The rear power outlet is a direct feed from the battery and will receive power whether the ignition is in the ON or LOCK position All accessories connected to this o...

Page 166: ...s etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent engine starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not...

Page 167: ...equiring power up to 150 Watts Certain high end video games such as Playsta tion3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit as will most power tools Due to built in overload protection the power outlet will shut down if the power rating is exceeded Each device to be powered should be checked first to make sure it does not exceed the outlet s 150 Watts maximum rating Power Inverter UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 168: ...dica tor of the AC power inverter indicates whether the inverter is producing AC power Due to built in overload protection the inverter will shut down if the 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 receptacles Do not touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use If this outlet is mishandled it may ca...

Page 169: ... center of the rear seat CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Light The cargo area light is activated by opening the liftgate opening any door or by rotating the dimmer control on the multifunction lever to the extreme top position If all doors are closed and only the liftgate is open pushing on Front Cupholders Rear Cupholders UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 3 ...

Page 170: ...Cargo Area Cover If Equipped NOTE The purpose of this cover is for privacy not to secure loads It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo To cover the cargo area 1 Grasp the cover at the center handle Pull it over the cargo area 2 Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots in the pillar trim cover 3 The liftgate may be opened with the cargo cover in...

Page 171: ...round in a sudden stop and strike someone in 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 mounting Do not store in the vehicle Rear Cargo Cover UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 3 ...

Page 172: ...seat belts Cargo tie down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap In a sudden stop or colli sion a hook could 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 The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve hicle handling To avoid loss of control res...

Page 173: ...ch weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback This could impair visibility or be come a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision Cargo Load Floor The panel in the load floor is reversible for added utility One side is carpeted and the other side features a plast...

Page 174: ...dicular straight up to the slotted hole in tray 5 Push the loop s back down so they are parallel to the top of the tray REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper Washer A switch on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the rear wiper washer function Rotating the center of the switch forward to the on position will activate the wiper The rear wiper operates in an inter mittent mo...

Page 175: ...rrupted preventing activation of the rear wiper blade When the liftgate flipper glass is closed the rear wiper switch or the ignition switch needs to be turned OFF and ON to restart the rear wiper Rear Window Defroster Press this button located on the Climate Control panel to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated side mirrors if equipped An LED in the button will illuminate to indicate ...

Page 176: ...he roof rack crossbars The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle Be sure the total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity The optional crossbars must be installed using the correct orientation the longer crossbar toward the front The optional crossbars must also be secured in one of the...

Page 177: ...as a towing feature CAUTION To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle DO NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without crossbars installed The load should be secured and placed on top of the crossbars not directly on the roof If it is necessary to place the load on the roof place a blanket or some other protection between the load and the roof surface To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicl...

Page 178: ...o a load 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 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF Y...

Page 179: ...ion Center EVIC 193 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 195 Engine Oil Change Indicator System 198 Trip Functions 198 Compass Display 200 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 202 System Status 206 䡵 Sales Code REQ AM FM Stereo Radio And 6 Disc CD DVD Changer MP3 WMA AUX Jack 208 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 208 Operation Instructions Disc Mode For CD And MP3 WMA Au...

Page 180: ...eo Radio With CD Player MP3 AUX Jack 226 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 226 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 229 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 231 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 234 䡵 Sales Code RES RSC AM FM Stereo Radio With CD Player MP3 AUX Jack And Sirius Radio 235 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 235 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 241...

Page 181: ...tronic Serial Number Sirius Identification Number ESN SID 253 Selecting uconnect威 studios Satellite Mode 253 Satellite Antenna 253 Reception Quality 254 Operating Instructions uconnect威 studios Satellite Mode 254 Operating Instructions uconnect威 phone If Equipped 256 䡵 uconnect studios威 Sirius Backseat TV If Equipped 257 䡵 Video Entertainment System Sales Code XRV If Equipped 257 䡵 Remote Sound Sy...

Page 182: ...o Operation And Cellular Phones 260 䡵 Climate Controls 261 Manual Air Conditioning And Heating System If Equipped 261 Automatic Temperature Control If Equipped 264 Operating Tips 271 Operating Tips Chart 273 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 183: ... Upper Switch Bank 9 Lower Switch Bank 2 Instrument Cluster 6 Power Outlet Cigar Lighter 10 Climate Controls 3 Radio 7 Storage Bin 11 Ignition Switch 4 Glove Compartment 8 Power Outlet 12 Storage Bin UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 4 ...

Page 184: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GASOLINE ENGINE 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 185: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIESEL ENGINE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 4 ...

Page 186: ... ESP sys tem In this case the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected If the problem is related to the brake booster the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system A leak in either half of the dual brak...

Page 187: ... the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized dealer The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 3 Turn Signal Indicator The arrows will fla...

Page 188: ...ition switch is first turned ON If the light is not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as possible 7 Anti Lock Brake ABS Light This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System ABS The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS light remains...

Page 189: ...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 11 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator Light Traction Control System TCS Indicator Light If this indicator light flashes during accelera tion apply as little throttle as possible While driving ease up on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving to the p...

Page 190: ... responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunct...

Page 191: ... 13 Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera ture Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera ture when driving in hot weather up mountain grades or when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range CA...

Page 192: ...inate when the TOW HAUL button has been selected The TOW HAUL button is located in the center of the instrument panel below the climate controls 16 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator Light Brake Assist System BAS Warning Light The malfunction lamp for the Electronic Stabil ity Program ESP is combined with Brake Assist System BAS The yellow ESP BAS Warning Lamp comes on when the ignition sw...

Page 193: ...main on continuously Refer to Occupant Restraints Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert威 in Section 2 for more information 19 Cruise Indicator This indicator lights when the speed control system is turned ON 20 Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven U S federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the purch...

Page 194: ...ng when the engine is running immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing The light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on briefly as a bulb check If the light does not come on during starting have the system checked by an autho rized dealer 24 Front Fog Light Indicator ...

Page 195: ... due to the shifting of the fuel in the tank 27 Glow Plug Indicator Light Diesel Only This light will illuminate when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON position Wait until the light turns off before starting the vehicle Refer to Starting Procedures in Sec tion 5 of this manual ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver i...

Page 196: ... the mode displayed will change between Trip Functions Personal Settings and System Sta tus FUNCTION SELECT Button Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to select the displayed function YES Y or NO N SCROLL Button Press the SCROLL button to scroll through Trip Functions Personal Settings Customer Pro grammable Features and System Status Mes sages COMPASS TEMPERATURE Button Press and release the COMPASS...

Page 197: ...Y KEY DOES NOT BELONG TO VEHICLE KEY NOT PROGRAMMED EXCEEDED KEY PRO GRAM LIMIT PROGRAMMING ACTIVE NEW KEY PRO GRAMMED SERVICE SECURITY KEY DRIVER PASSENGER DOOR OPEN with graphic LEFT RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN with graphic X DOORS OPEN with graphic LIFTGATE OPEN with graphic LIFTGATE DOOR OPEN with graphic LIFTGATE DOORS OPEN with graphic LIFTGLASS OPEN with graphic HOOD OPEN with graphic HOOD DOOR OP...

Page 198: ...ic LIFTGLASS HOOD OPEN with graphic WASHER FLUID LOW with graphic COOLANT LOW with graphic OIL CHANGE REQUIRED OIL CHANGE RESET CHECK GAUGES AUTO HIGH BEAMS ON AUTO HIGH BEAMS OFF PARK ASSIST DISABLED SERVICE SUSPENSION SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION OVER TEMP CHECK SHIFT PROCEDURE SERVICE 4WD SYSTEM 4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL WARNING LIMIT SPEED CHECK GASCAP ESP OFF 196 ...

Page 199: ...ISABLED SHIFTER IN REVERSE LOW TIRE PRESSURE CHECK TPM SYSTEM LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE Premium TPM Sys tem Only RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE Premium TPM Sys tem Only LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE Premium TPM System Only RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE Premium TPM Sys tem Only SPARE LOW PRESSURE Premium TPM System Only WATER IN FUEL Diesel Models Only SERVICE EXHAUST Diesel Models Only RKE BATTERY LOW VEHICLE NOT IN P...

Page 200: ...time you turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position To turn off the message temporarily press and release the MENU button To reset the oil change indica tor system after performing the scheduled maintenance refer to the following procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position Do not start the engine 2 Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Turn the...

Page 201: ...be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy according to the current fuel tank level DTE cannot be reset through the FUNCTION 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 dis...

Page 202: ...ce to clear the resettable function being dis played To reset all resettable functions press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for two seconds Current display will reset along with other functions Compass Display The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing Press and release the COMPASS TEMPERATURE button to display one of eight compass readings and the outside temperature A...

Page 203: ...dis played in the EVIC 5 Complete one or more 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects until the CAL indicator turns off The compass will now function normally Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and Geographic North In some areas of the country the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the comp...

Page 204: ...or COMPASS TEMP button to set the value and exit Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK Press and release the MENU button until Personal Settings displays in the EVIC Use the SCROLL button to display one of the following choices Language When in this display you may select one of three lan gua...

Page 205: ... the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver s door is opened To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until YES Y or NO N appears Remote Key Unlock When Driver Door 1st Press is selected only the driver s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter UNLOCK button When Driver Door 1st Press is selected you must press the RKE transmitter...

Page 206: ...press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until 0 30 60 or 90 appears Automatic High Beams Available with SmartBeam Only When this feature is selected the high beam headlights will deactivate automatically under certain conditions To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until YES Y or NO N appears Refer to Lights SmartBeams If Equipped in Section 3 of this manual for...

Page 207: ... To make your selection press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button to select distances between 2 500 to 12 500 miles 4 000 to 20 000 km in 625 miles 1 000 km increments Reset Service Distance Displays Only if Service Interval was Changed When this feature is selected the current accumulated service distance can be reset to the newly selected service interval Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT...

Page 208: ...l activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter To make your selec tion press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until OFF 30 sec 60 sec or 90 sec appears Hill Start Assist To make your selection press and release the FUNC TION SELECT button until YES Y or NO N appears Display Units of Measure In The EVIC odometer and uconnect威 gps if equipped...

Page 209: ...es heat up during normal driving conditions Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 psi 14 to 41 kPa during normal driving conditions Refer to Tires General Information Tire Inflation Pres sures in Section 5 for additional information Your system can be set to display pressure units in PSI kPa or BAR Tire Pressure Display UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 4 ...

Page 210: ...Press the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned ON the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played SEEK Buttons...

Page 211: ...hicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With uconnect message will display on the radio screen Phone Button uconnect威 phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the uconnect威 phone feature if equipped Refer to uconnect威 phone in Section 3 If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With ...

Page 212: ...ature operates in AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequencies TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob and BASS will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROL...

Page 213: ... turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Music Type information Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following format types Program Type 16 Digit Character Display No program type or un defined None A...

Page 214: ...unction only operates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Program Type mode the Music Type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between the following items NOTE Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to scroll through the entries Push the AUDIO SELECT button to select an entr...

Page 215: ... SELECT will change the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc if equipped NOTE The available selections for each of the above entries varies depending upon the disc These selections can only be made while playing a DVD VES Power Allows you to turn VES ON and OFF if equipped VES Lock Locks out rear VES remote controls if equipped VES CH1 CH2 Allows the user to change the mode of either the IR1...

Page 216: ...if the language is supported by the disc You can select a language not listed by scrolling down and selecting other Enter the country code using the TUNE SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select the number and then push to select Subtitle Language If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default subtitle language effective only if the language is supported by the disc You ...

Page 217: ...ode SET Button To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory press the SET button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 6 you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but ton the station will continue to play ...

Page 218: ...yer it will not play the disc Customers may take their vehicle to an authorized dealer to change the region code of the player a maximum of five times CAUTION The radio may shut down during extremely hot conditions When this occurs the radio will indicate Disc Hot and shut off until a safe temperature is reached This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics of the DVD player and other radio int...

Page 219: ...utton for five seconds and all CDs will be ejected from the radio The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF SEEK Button CD MODE Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection Pre...

Page 220: ...3 WMA DVD Video DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW and CDDA MP3 Supported Medium Formats File Systems The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are...

Page 221: ...on MP3 WMA files named with the MP3 WMA extension may cause play back problems The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 WMA and will not play the file When using the MP3 WMA encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 WMA file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 WMA fi...

Page 222: ...scs may take longer to load than non multisession discs Number of files and folders Loading times will increase with more files and folders To increase the speed of disc loading it is recommended to use CD R media and single session discs To create a single session disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc LIST Button DISC Mode for MP3 WMA Play Pressing the LIST button will br...

Page 223: ...X jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 WMA player cassette player or microphone and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil iary device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE The AUX device must be turned on and the device s volume set to ...

Page 224: ...ed Refer to uconnect威 phone in Section 3 Operating Instructions uconnect威 studios Satellite Radio If Equipped Refer to uconnect威 studios Satellite Radio in this section Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System VES If Equipped Refer to separate Video Entertainment System VES Guide Dolby威 Manufactured under license from Dolby威 Laboratories Dolby威 and the double D symbol are trademarks of Do...

Page 225: ...l Positioning System GPS based Navigation system Refer to your uconnect威 tunes REN or RER user s manual for detailed operating instructions Operating Instructions Voice Recognition System VR If Equipped For the radio refer to Voice Recognition System VR in Section 3 Operating Instructions uconnect姞 phone If Equipped Refer to uconnect威 phone in Section 3 Clock Setting Procedure uconnect威 gps RER on...

Page 226: ...d is displayed To move the minute backward touch the screen where the word Min with the arrow pointing downward is displayed 6 To save the new time setting touch the screen where the word Save is displayed Changing Daylight Savings Time When selected this feature will display the time of day in daylight savings time Proceed as follows to change the current setting 1 Turn on the radio 2 Touch the s...

Page 227: ...how Time if Radio is Off are displayed to change the current setting Changing the Time Zone 1 Turn on the radio 2 Touch the screen where the time is displayed The clock setting menu will appear on the screen 3 Touch the screen where the words Set Time Zone are displayed The time zone selection menu will appear on the screen 4 Select a time zone by touching the screen where your selection appears I...

Page 228: ...ary Push the ON VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio Push the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be ...

Page 229: ...he right side TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save time change 5 To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrow...

Page 230: ...d level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to exit setting tone balance and fade AM FM Button Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory press the SET RND button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select th...

Page 231: ...ructions CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio This radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks Inserting Compact Disc s Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label...

Page 232: ... types one side is a DVD the other side is a CD should not be used and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF NOTE Ej...

Page 233: ... or FM mode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran domly selected track Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Play Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3...

Page 234: ...dio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will result in this display With 200 files exceeding 50 folders will result in this display Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a three character extension Level 2 31 including a separator and a three char...

Page 235: ...t rate MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song title and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags ID3 version 2 is not suppor...

Page 236: ...e auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the DISC AUX button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE The AUX device must be turned on and the device s volume set ...

Page 237: ... Push the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played SEEK Buttons...

Page 238: ...utton uconnect威 phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the uconnect威 phone feature if equipped Refer to uconnect威 phone in Section 3 If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With uconnect message will display on the radio screen TIME Button Press the TIME button to alternate locations of the time and frequency display Clock Settin...

Page 239: ...n the direction of the arrows This feature operates in either AM or FM frequencies TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob and BASS will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones Push...

Page 240: ...l turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Music Type information Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following format types Program Type 16 Digit Character Display No program type or un defined None ...

Page 241: ...Music Type name The Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Program Type mode the Music Type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between the following items Set Clock Pressing the SELECT button will allow you to set the clock Turn the TUNE ...

Page 242: ... second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every tim...

Page 243: ...c may already be loaded and must be ejected before a new disc can be loaded If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only T...

Page 244: ...to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display RW FF...

Page 245: ...io are CDDA CD R CD RW MP3 and CDDA MP3 Supported Medium Formats File Systems The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported ...

Page 246: ...D audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the MP3 exten sion as MP3 files Non MP3 files named with the MP3 extension may cause playback problems The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file the bit rat...

Page 247: ...es for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following Media CD RW media may take longer to load than CD R media Medium formats Multisession discs may take longer to load than non multisession discs Number of files and folders Loading times will increase with more files and folders To increase the speed of disc loading it is recommended to use CD R media and single session discs To create a...

Page 248: ... to elapsed time display Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil iary device if the AUX jack is connected NOTE ...

Page 249: ...n with these radios This feature allows you to plug an iPod威 into the vehicle s sound system through a 16 pin connector using the provided interface cable UCI supports Mini 4G Photo Nano 5G iPod威 and iPhone威 devices Some iPod威 software versions may not fully support the UCI features Please visit Apple s website for software updates NOTE If the radio has a USB port connecting an iPod威 to this port ...

Page 250: ... is attained Leaving the iPod威 connected to the UCI system may charge it to the required level Using This Feature By using the optional connection cable to connect an iPod威 to the vehicle s UCI 16 pin connector port The iPod威 audio can be played on the vehicle s sound system providing metadata Artist track title album etc information on the radio display The iPod威 can be controlled using the radio...

Page 251: ...rrent track Jump backward in the current track by pressing and holding the RW button Holding the RW button long enough will take you to the beginning of the current track Jump forward in the current track by pressing and holding the FF button A single press backward RW or forward FF will jump backward or forward respectively for five seconds Use the SEEK and SEEK buttons to jump to the previous or...

Page 252: ... button available on sales code RES radio only Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod威 If the RND icon is showing on the radio display then the shuffle mode is ON List Or Browse Mode During Play mode pressing any of the buttons described below takes you to List mode List mode enables you to scroll through the list of menus and tracks on the iPod威 TUNE co...

Page 253: ...and the first item in that list on the second line To Exit List mode without selecting a track press the same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode LIST button The LIST button will display the top level menu of the iPod威 Turn the TUNE control knob to list the top menu item you wish to select and press the TUNE control knob This will display the next sub menu list item on the iPod威 then you c...

Page 254: ...vide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio This service offers over 130 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios NOTE Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has limited coverage in Alaska System Activation Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre activ...

Page 255: ... Tune Scroll control knob and the Sirius ID number will display The Sirius ID number display will time out in two minutes Press any button on the radio to exit this screen ESN SID Access With REN RER Radios While in SAT mode press the MENU button on the radio faceplate Next touch the SUBSCRIPTION tab on the touch screen All the ESNs that apply to your vehicle will display Selecting uconnect姞 studi...

Page 256: ...enna can cause signal blockage Operating Instructions uconnect姞 studios Satellite Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make another...

Page 257: ...lockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the Tune Scroll control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music type By pressing the SEEK button when the Mu...

Page 258: ... SET but ton the channel will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 This allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory The channels ...

Page 259: ...in Hawaii and has limited coverage in Alaska Refer to your Video Entertainment System VES RER Navigation or REN Multimedia User Manuals for de tailed operating instructions VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM SALES CODE XRV IF EQUIPPED The optional VES Video Entertainment System con sists of a LCD liquid crystal display screen a battery powered remote control and two headsets Refer to your VES User s Manua...

Page 260: ...ight hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume Remote Control Location Remote Sound System Controls Back View of Steering Wheel 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 261: ...left hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset pushbutton CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press ...

Page 262: ...difficulty in playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or have protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the cellular phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This c...

Page 263: ...tain desired interior conditions The instrument panel features four dual vane airflow registers Two registers are located on the outer ends of the instrument panel and two are located in the center of the instrument panel These registers can be closed to partially block airflow and they can be adjusted to direct airflow where the occupant desires Manual Air Conditioning And Heating Controls UNDERS...

Page 264: ...control is left in the O Off position Temperature Control The temperature control rotary knob in the center controls the air tem perature The coldest temperature set ting is on the extreme left and the warmest setting on the extreme right of the rotation The knob can be posi tioned at any point on the dial Mode Control The mode control rotary knob on the right can be placed in several posi tions D...

Page 265: ...r the instrument panel and into the rear seating area through vents under the front seats Some airflow is delivered to defrost while in the floor mode so that comfort can be maintained Bi Level Air flows both through the outlets located in the instrument panel and those located on the floor Air flows through the registers in the back of the center console and under the front seats to the rear seat...

Page 266: ... Air Conditioning set the fan control at any speed and press the snowflake button located on the control panel Conditioned air will be directed through the outlets selected by the mode control A light in the snowflake button shows that the air conditioning is on Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the air conditioning compressor is on This is a normal occurrence as the comp...

Page 267: ...ob Once the com fort level is selected the system will maintain that level automatically using the heating system Should the de sired comfort level require air conditioning the system will automatically make the adjustment You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically Selecting the OFF O position on the blower control knob stops the system comp...

Page 268: ...oke odors dust or high humidity are present This will cause the LED to illuminate NOTE The surface of the climate control panel and the top center of the instrument panel should be kept free of debris due to the climate control sensor s location Mud on the windshield may also cause poor operation of this system To provide you with maximum comfort in the auto matic mode during cold start ups the bl...

Page 269: ...ou would like to go to Recircu lation mode you must first move your mode knob to Panel Panel Floor or Floor then press the Recircu lation button This feature will reduce the possibility of window fogging Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic Mode Preferred Automatic with Manual Air Temperature Control and Manua...

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Page 271: ...ir is also directed to the front door windows through the side window demister grilles Some airflow is delivered to the floor while in defrost so that comfort can be maintained NOTE The defrost mode is not automatically selected It must be manually selected when desired Defrost Floor Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets and the outlets at the base of the windshield Air is also direct...

Page 272: ...ring manual operation only Condi tioned outside air is then directed through the outlets selected on the mode control dial The button includes an LED that illuminates when manual operation is selected NOTE To manually control the air conditioning the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position Recirculation This button can be used to block out smoke odors dust high humidity or if rapid co...

Page 273: ...e necessary to direct air onto the windshield Adjust the temperature control and blower speed to maintain comfort Higher blower speeds will reduce fogging Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed by selecting the defrost mode Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a non filming cleaning solution vinegar and water works very well will help prevent contaminates cigarette...

Page 274: ...rculation system When the system senses a heavy load or high heat conditions it may use partial Recirculation A C mode to provide additional comfort Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter months make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of ice slush snow or other obstructions Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of ...

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Page 277: ...ormal Starting Diesel Engines 282 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 285 䡵 Automatic Transmission 286 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 287 Brake Transmission Interlock Manual Override 287 Five Speed Automatic Transmission 288 Gear Ranges 288 Rocking The Vehicle 295 䡵 Four Wheel Drive Operation 296 Quadra Trac I威 Operating Instructions Precautions If Equipped 296 5 ...

Page 278: ...303 Hill Climbing 304 Traction Downhill 305 After Driving Off Road 305 䡵 Power Steering 306 Power Steering Fluid Check 307 䡵 Parking Brake 308 䡵 Anti Lock Brake System 309 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System 312 ABS Anti Lock Brake System 312 TCS Traction Control System 313 BAS Brake Assist System 313 ERM Electronic Roll Mitigation 314 ESP Electronic Stability Program 315 TSC Trailer Sway Control 32...

Page 279: ...nformation 335 Tire Pressure 335 Tire Inflation Pressures 336 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 337 Radial Ply Tires 338 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 338 Limited Use Spare If Equipped 339 Tire Spinning 340 Tread Wear Indicators 340 Life Of Tire 341 Replacement Tires 342 䡵 Tire Chains 343 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 344 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 345 Base System 347 Premium Sys...

Page 280: ...on Monoxide Warnings 359 䡵 Fuel Requirements Diesel Engines 360 䡵 Flexible Fuel 4 7L Engine Only If Equipped 361 E 85 General Information 361 Ethanol Fuel E 85 362 Fuel Requirements 362 Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles E 85 And Gasoline Vehicles 363 Starting 363 Cruising Range 363 Replacement Parts 364 䡵 Adding Fuel 364 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 364 䡵 Vehicle Loading 367 Certificat...

Page 281: ...ight Ratings 373 Trailer And Trailer Tongue Weight 375 Towing Requirements 376 Towing Tips 381 䡵 Snow Plow 382 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 382 Towing 2WD Models 382 Towing Quadra Trac I威 Single Speed Transfer Case 4WD Models 383 Towing Quadra Trac II威 Quadra Drive II威 4WD Models 383 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 5 ...

Page 282: ...ked vehicles in hot weather interior heat buildup may cause serious injury or death Normal Starting Tip Start NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal Do not press the accelerator Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages The st...

Page 283: ... transmission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a dis charged battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle This type of start can be dan gerous if done improperly Refer to Section 6 for proper jump...

Page 284: ... The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up Normal Starting Diesel Engines Observe the following when the engine is operating All message center lights are off Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is off Low Oil Pressure Light is off Cold Weather Precautions Operation in ambient temperature below 32 F 0 C may require special considerations The following chart...

Page 285: ... For the same de crease in temperature the engine requires twice as much power to crank at the same RPM The use of battery blankets will greatly increase starting capability at low temperatures Suitable battery blankets are available from your authorized MOPAR威 dealer Engine Starting Procedure WARNING NEVER pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the air inlet opening in an attempt to start the v...

Page 286: ... 18 C Long periods of idling may be harmful to your engine because combustion chamber temperatures can drop so low that the fuel may not burn completely Incomplete combustion allows carbon and varnish to form on piston rings and injector nozzles Also the unburned fuel can enter the crankcase diluting the oil and causing rapid wear to the engine Engine Warm Up Avoid full throttle operation when the...

Page 287: ...before routine shutdown After full load operation idle the engine three to five minutes before shutting it down This idle period will allow the lubricating oil and coolant to carry excess heat away from the combustion chamber bearings internal components and turbocharger This is especially impor tant for turbocharged charge air cooled engines ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater...

Page 288: ...ion 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 the engine is at idle speed Do not shift from REVERSE PARK or NEUTRAL into any forward gear when the engine is above idle speed Be...

Page 289: ...ve only while the ignition switch is in the ON position Always depress the brake pedal first before moving the shift lever out of PARK Brake Transmission Interlock Manual Override Your vehicle may be equipped with a shift lock manual override The manual override may be used in the event that the shift lever should fail to move from PARK with the key in the ON position and the brake pedal de presse...

Page 290: ...s are self calibrating therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles kilometers Gear Ranges NOTE After selecting any gear range wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating This is especially important when the engine is cold If there is a need to restart the e...

Page 291: ...ued WARNING Continued It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the...

Page 292: ...the highest available gear For example if the driver shifts the transmission into ERS 3 third gear the trans mission will never shift above third gear but can shift down to 2 second or 1 first when needed NOTE If you pull and hold not tap the shift lever to the left the transmission will downshift to the lowest gear that can be attained without overrevving the engine The display will show the gear...

Page 293: ...ion will not downshift For example if you are in DRIVE and are in 3rd direct gear when you tap the shift lever one time to the left the display will show 4 ERS 4 is direct gear Another tap to the left will shift the transmission down to ERS 3 the added underdrive gear When in the DRIVE position in 5th gear the first tap to the left will downshift the transmission and display 5 ERS 5 is the same as...

Page 294: ...ating temperature NOTE If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem peratures the transmission may not shift into Overdrive and will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at this temperature Normal operation will resume when the transmission fluid temperature has risen to a suitable level Refer also to the Note under torque converter clutch later in this section During cold...

Page 295: ... desirable gear if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph 56 km h When To Use TOW HAUL Mode If Equipped When driving in hilly areas towing a trailer carrying a heavy load etc and frequent transmission shifting oc curs press the TOW HAUL switch This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessi...

Page 296: ...he LOCK position 4 Wait approximately 10 seconds then restart the en gine 5 Move the shift lever to the desired gear range If the problem is no longer detected the transmission will return to normal operation If the problem persists PARK REVERSE and NEUTRAL will continue to oper ate Only 2nd gear 3 7L and 3 0L diesel engine or 3rd gear 4 7L and 5 7L engines will be available in the DRIVE position ...

Page 297: ...ot shift into the top Overdrive gear normal 5th gear until the transmis sion fluid and engine coolant are warm If the vehicle has not been driven in several days the first few seconds of operation after shifting the trans mission into gear may seem sluggish This is due to the fluid partially draining from the torque converter into the transmission This condition is normal and will not cause damage...

Page 298: ...ing a stuck vehicle by moving between First and REVERSE do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h or drivetrain damage may result FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION Quadra Trac I姞 Operating Instructions Precautions If Equipped The Quadra Trac I威 is a single speed HI range only transfer case which provides convenient full time four wheel drive No driver interaction is required The Brake Traction Co...

Page 299: ...three times that of the 4WD HI position at a given road speed Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h Proper operation of four wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size type and circumference on each wheel Any difference will adversely affect shifting and cause damage to the transfer case Because four wheel drive provides improved traction there is a tenden...

Page 300: ...tion and maxi mum pulling power for loose slippery road surfaces only Do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h Shifting Procedures 4WD HI to 4WD LOW With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph 0 to 5 km h key ON or engine running shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and raise the transfer case T handle The 4WD LOW indicator light in the instrument cluster will begin to flash and remain on solid when the shift is ...

Page 301: ...EDURES message will flash from the EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual Shifting into or out of 4WD LOW is possible with the vehicle completely stopped however difficulty may occur due to the mating clutch teeth not being prop erly aligned Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift comp...

Page 302: ...NEUTRAL shift is complete A 4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL message will display on the EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual 5 Repeat Steps 1 to 4 to shift out of NEUTRAL NOTE If shift conditions interlocks are not met a CHECK SHIFT PROCEDURES message will flash from the EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center Refer to ...

Page 303: ...plings differ in design their operation is similar Follow the Quadra Trac II威 transfer case shifting information preceding this section for shifting this system ON ROAD DRIVING TIPS Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make them capable of performing in a wide variety of off road applications Specific design characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than...

Page 304: ...of driving through water there are a number of precautions that must be considered before entering the water CAUTION When driving through water do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h Always check water depth before entering as a precaution and check all fluids afterward Driv ing through water may cause damage that may not be covered by the new vehicle limited warranty Driving through water more than a few inc...

Page 305: ...ing through deep water inspect your vehicle fluids and lubricants engine oil transmission oil axle transfer case to assure the fluids have not been contami nated Contaminated fluid milky foamy in appearance should be flushed changed as soon as possible to pre vent component damage Driving In Snow Mud And Sand In heavy snow when pulling a load or for additional control at slower speeds shift the tr...

Page 306: ...akes are required to control vehicle speed apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding the tires WARNING If the engine stalls you lose forward motion or cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade never attempt to turn around To do so may result in tipping and rolling the vehicle Always back care fully straight down a hill in REVERSE gear Never back down a hill in NEUTRAL using only th...

Page 307: ...eck for damage That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have your vehicle ready when you need it Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle Check tires body structure steering suspension and exhaust system for damage Check threaded fasteners for looseness particularly on the chassis drivetrain components steering and sus pension Retighten them if required and torque to ...

Page 308: ... ease of maneuverability in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost If for some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers NOTE Increased noise levels at ...

Page 309: ...aulic System Power Steering P N 05142893AA or equivalent which meets Chrysler Mate rial Standard MS 10838 WARNING Do not use Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF or other types of power steering fluids when servicing the power steering system of this vehicle Damage to the power steering system can result from the use of the wrong power steering fluid Checking the power steering fluid level at a define...

Page 310: ...ull the lever up as firmly as possible When the parking brake is applied with the ignition ON the Brake Warning Light in the instrument cluster will light To release the parking brake pull up slightly press the center button then lower the lever completely NOTE The Brake Warning Light indicates only that the parking brake is applied It does not indicate the degree of brake application Be sure the ...

Page 311: ...lever Do not leave the key in the ignition A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake problems due to excessive heating of the rear brakes When parking on a hill turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an...

Page 312: ...ement The movement can be more apparent on ice and snow This is normal The ABS pump motor runs during the self test at 12 mph 20 km h and during an ABS stop The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation which is normal WARNING Pumping of the Anti Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident Pumping makes the stopping distance longer Just press firmly on you...

Page 313: ... conditions a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard This is normal indicating that the ABS is functioning Do not ride the brakes by resting your foot on the pedal This could overheat the brakes and result in unpredictable braking action longer stopping dis tances or brake damage When descending mountains or hills repeated brak ing can cause brake fade with loss of braking ...

Page 314: ...udes ABS Anti Lock Brake System TCS Traction Control System BAS Brake Assist System ERM Electronic Roll Mitigation and ESP Electronic Stability Program All five of these systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions Also your vehicle is equipped with TSC Trailer Sway Control and if it has 4WD with the NV245 two speed transfer case HSA Hill Start Assis...

Page 315: ...d stability A feature of the TCS system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls 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 ESP are in either...

Page 316: ...er be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others ERM Electronic Roll Mitigation This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle When ERM determines that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle speed are sufficient to potentially caus...

Page 317: ... safety or the safety of others ESP Electronic Stability Program This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESP cor rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition En gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle mai...

Page 318: ... Electronic Stability Program cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ESP cannot prevent accidents in cluding those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydro planing Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ESP ...

Page 319: ...tial Off This mode is entered by momentarily depressing the ESP OFF switch When in Partial Off mode the TCS portion of ESP except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section has been disabled and the ESP TCS Indicator Light will be illuminated All other stability features of ESP function normally This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow sand or gravel condition...

Page 320: ...C Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual for more information In this mode ESP and TCS except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section are turned off until the vehicle reaches a speed of 40 mph 64 km h At 40 mph 64 km h the system returns to Partial Off mode described above When the vehicle speed drops below 35 mph 56 km h the ESP system sh...

Page 321: ...ibed in the TCS section are turned off until the vehicle reaches a speed of 40 mph 64 km h At 40 mph 64 km h the normal ESP stability function returns but TCS remains off When the vehicle speed drops below 35 mph 56 km h the ESP system shuts off ESP is deactivated at low vehicle speeds in 4WD LOW range so that it will not interfere with off road driving but ESP function returns to provide the stab...

Page 322: ...C cannot stop all trailers from swaying Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the trailer tongue weight recommendations Refer to Trailer Towing in Section 5 of this manual When TSC is functioning the ESP TCS Indicator Light will flash the engine power may be reduced and you may feel the brakes being applied to individual wheels to attempt to stop the trailer from swaying TSC is disab...

Page 323: ...r hill Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction i e vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear vehicle back ing uphill is in REVERSE gear HSA will work in REVERSE and all forward gears when the activation criteria have been met The system will not activate if the vehicle is placed in NEUTRAL or PARK WARNING There may be situations on minor hills i e less than 8 with a loaded vehicle or while ...

Page 324: ...ember the driver is responsible for braking the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued HSA is not a parking brake If you stop the vehicle on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK and using the parking brake it will roll down the hill and could cause a collision with another vehicle or object Always remember to use the parking brake while parking on a hill and that the driver is responsible ...

Page 325: ...HDC switch If the HDC switch is pressed when the vehicle is not in 4WD LOW range the light in the switch will flash for five seconds and HDC will not be enabled When HDC is properly enabled the message HILL DESCENT CONTROL will appear in the EVIC and the light in the switch will be illuminated HDC will auto matically apply the brakes to control downhill speed when necessary HDC has the capability ...

Page 326: ...htly slower set speed about 0 3 mph 0 5 km h than normal HDC operation can be overridden with brake application to slow the vehicle down below the HDC control speed Conversely if more speed is desired during HDC control the accelerator pedal will increase vehicle speed in the usual manner When either the brake or the accelerator is released HDC will control the vehicle back to the origi nal set sp...

Page 327: ...tinuously with the engine running a malfunc tion has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system or both If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected NOTE The ESP TCS Indicator Light and the ESP BAS Warning Li...

Page 328: ...sidewall beginning with the section width The letter 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 1 U S DOT Safety Stan dards...

Page 329: ... the tire diameter molded into the sidewall Example 31x10 5 R15 LT Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE Size Designation P Passenger car tire size based on U S design standards ⴖ blank ⴖ Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards T Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent R...

Page 330: ...aximum load a tire can carry H Speed Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits 328 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 331: ...forced 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 load this tire is designed to carry Maximum Pressure Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire STARTING AND OPERATING 329 5 ...

Page 332: ...fies 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 333: ...lation pressures for the front rear and spare tires Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the Vehicle Loading section of th...

Page 334: ...he driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if XXX amount equals 1 400 lbs 635 kg and there will be five 150 lb 68 kg passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity ...

Page 335: ...with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 392 kg STARTING AND OPERATING 333 5 ...

Page 336: ...334 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 337: ...as are affected by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents Underinflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Overinflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob lems You could lose control...

Page 338: ...produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Both underinflation and overinflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict able steering response Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Tire Inflation Pressures The proper...

Page 339: ...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 340: ...ning radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause an accident Al ways use radial 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 dealer for radial tire repairs Compact Spare...

Page 341: ...han one compact spare tire wheel on the vehicle at any given time CAUTION Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the compact spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result Limited Use Spare If Equipped The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use on your vehicle This tire is identified by a limited use spare tire warning l...

Page 342: ...d result in loss of vehicle control Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 35 mph 55 km h WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure some one Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 35 mph 55 km h when you are stuck and d...

Page 343: ...ement at this point Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon various factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven WARNING Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and have an accident resulting in serious i...

Page 344: ...ing and ride of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your original equipment or an autho rized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability WARNING Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus pension dimensions and performance characteris tics resulting in...

Page 345: ...ns to guard against damage and excessive tire and chain wear Do not install tire chains or traction devices on ve hicles with larger than P235 65R17 tires Tires larger than this may not provide sufficient body clearance with chains or other traction devices Use SAE class S tire chains or traction devices only Follow tire chain manufacturer s instructions for mounting chains Install chains snugly a...

Page 346: ...essive tread designs such as those on On Off Road type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to main tain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving Refer to Maintenance Schedules in Section 8 of this manual More frequent rotation is permissible if desired The reasons for any rapid or unusual...

Page 347: ... is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pres sure The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning threshold for any reason including low temperature effects or natural pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condition exists and will not turn o...

Page 348: ...ht will turn OFF only after the tires have been inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold tire pressure value CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and o...

Page 349: ...even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire Base System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors moun...

Page 350: ...acard pressure value The system will automatically update and the Tire Pressure Monitor ing Telltale Light will extinguish once the updated tire pressures have been received The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h to receive this information The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault i...

Page 351: ...e Light as long as none of the road tires are below the low pressure warning threshold If your vehicle is not equipped with a matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly it does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor in the spare tire The TPMS will not be able to monitor the tire pressure If you install the spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warn...

Page 352: ...wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver Module NOTE It is particularly important for you to regularly check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain the proper pressure The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS consists of the following components Receiver ...

Page 353: ...e messages Left Front Left Rear Right Front Right Rear for three seconds and a graphic display of the pressure value s with the low tire s flashing Refer to Electronic Ve hicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual NOTE Your system can be set to display pressure units in PSI kPa or BAR Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four active road tire s you should stop as soon as ...

Page 354: ...d off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault is detected The system fault will also sound a chime The EVIC will display a CHECK TPM SYS TEM message for three seconds This message is then followed by a graphic display with in place of the pressure value s indicating which Tire Pressure Moni toring Sensor s is not being received NOTE Your system can be set to display pressure units i...

Page 355: ...isplay a CHECK TPM SYSTEM message for three seconds when a system fault is de tected possibly related to the trigger component In this case the CHECK TPM SYSTEM message is then fol lowed by a graphic display with pressure values still shown This indicates the pressure values are still being received from the TPM Sensors However the system still needs to be serviced as long as the CHECK TPM SYSTEM ...

Page 356: ...sure value in the graphic display After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid In addition the EVIC will display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM message for three seconds and then display dashes in place of the pressure value For each subsequent ignition key cycle a chime will sound ...

Page 357: ...ates KR5S120123 Canada 2671 S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 3 7 and 4 7L Engine All engines except 5 7L engines are de signed to meet all emissions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when using high quality un leaded regular gasoline having an oc tane rating of 87 The use of premium gasoline is not recommended as it will not provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these ...

Page 358: ...ormance and durability for your vehicle The manufacturer recom mends the use of gasoline that meets the WWFC speci fications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality...

Page 359: ...on FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E 85 fuel the engine will have some or all of these symptoms operate in a lean mode OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on poor engine performance poor cold start and cold drivability increased risk for fuel system component corrosion To fix a Non FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with E 85 perform the following drain the fuel tank see your authorized...

Page 360: ...terials Added To Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and would result in additional cost Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle s performance The use of lea...

Page 361: ...aust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh outside air into the vehicle Guard again...

Page 362: ...ce If the vehicle is exposed to extreme cold below 20 F or 7 C or is required to operate at colder than normal conditions for prolonged periods use climatized No 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No 2 diesel fuel with 50 No 1 diesel fuel This will provide better protection from fuel gelling or wax plugging of the fuel filters This vehicle is fully compatible with biodiesel blends up to 5 biodiesel meeti...

Page 363: ...up performance FLEXIBLE FUEL 4 7L ENGINE ONLY IF EQUIPPED E 85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve hicles only These vehicles can be identified by a unique yellow fuel filler cap gas cap that states Ethanol E 85 Unleaded Gasoline and by the FLEXFUEL badge that will be located on the body of your vehicle This section only covers those subjects that are unique...

Page 364: ...cause serious personal injury Never have any smok ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov ing the fuel filler tube cap gas cap or filling the tank Do not use E 85 as a cleaning agent and never use it near an open flame Fuel Requirements If your vehicle is E 85 compatible it will operate on unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or E 85 fuel or any mixture of these two fuels E 85...

Page 365: ...ly when the ambient temperature is below 32 F 0 C Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles E 85 and Gasoline Vehicles Whether operating the vehicle on an E 85 ethanol fuel or unleaded gasoline the engine oil requirements are the same Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Section 7 of this manual for the proper quality and viscosity engine oil Starting The characteristics of E 85 fuel make i...

Page 366: ...amage your vehicle Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85 in your vehicle It will cause difficulty in cold start ing and may affect drivability ADDING FUEL CAUTION DO NOT put gasoline in your diesel vehicle if equipped If you accidentally put gasoline in your vehicle DO NOT start the engine This will cause damage to the fuel system Have the fuel system flushed Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas c...

Page 367: ...ing aftermarket cap can cause the Malfunction Indica tor Light MIL to illuminate due to fuel vapors escaping from the system A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc tion Indicator Light to turn on To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling NOTE When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full Fuel Filler Cap STARTING AND OPERATING 365 5 ...

Page 368: ...icle is refueled WARNING A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged a CHECK GASCAP message will be displayed in the EVIC Electronic V...

Page 369: ...indicates the month day and hour of manufacture The bar code that appears on the bottom of the label is your VIN Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle including driver passengers vehicle options trailer tongue weight and cargo The label also specifies maxi mum capacities of front and rear axle systems GAWR Total load must be limited so GVWR and f...

Page 370: ...ght of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids including vehicle fuel at full capacity conditions and with no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle The front and rear curb weight values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are added Loading The actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear of you...

Page 371: ...his could cause you to lose control Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle 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 possible To maintain warranty coverage follow the requirement...

Page 372: ...pacity 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 WARNING It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Trailer Tongue Weight TW The TW is the dow...

Page 373: ... addition of a friction hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and cross winds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability Trailer sway control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recommended for heavier trailer tongue weights TW and may be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration loading to comply with gross axle weight rating...

Page 374: ...wing condition Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Max GTW towable for your given drivetrain Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg Refer to the Tra...

Page 375: ...lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 4 7L 4x2 8 400 lbs 3 810 kg 40 sq ft 3 72 sq m 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 4 7L 4x4 8 500 lbs 3 855 kg 40 sq ft 3 72 sq m 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 4 7L w Trailer Tow Group IV 4x2 11 400 lbs 5 170 kg 60 sq ft 5 57 sq m 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 650 lbs 295 kg 4 7L Laredo Limited w Trailer Tow Group IV 4x4 11 500 lbs 5 215 kg 60 sq ft 5 57 sq m 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg ...

Page 376: ...l laws for maximum trailer towing speeds 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 The addition of pas sengers and cargo may require reducing trailer tongue load and Gross Trailer Weight GTW Redistributing cargo to the trailer may be necessary to a...

Page 377: ...the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer accidents Consider the following items when computing the weight on the front rear axles of the vehicle The trailer tongue weight of the trailer The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle The weigh...

Page 378: ...d CAUTION Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles 805 km of vehicle operation Doing so may dam age your vehicle Continued CAUTION Continued During the first 500 miles 805 km of trailer towing limit your speed to 50 mph 80 km h Perform the maintenance listed in the Maintenance Schedule Refer to Section 8 of this manual for the proper maintenance intervals When towing a trailer never exceed t...

Page 379: ... the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade When parking apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle Put the tow vehicle transmission in PARK For four wheel drive vehicles make sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL Always block or chock the trailer wheels GCWR must not be exceeded Total weight must be distributed between t...

Page 380: ...ion for proper tire replacement procedures Re placing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limits Towing Requirements Trailer Brakes Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury An electronically actuated trailer brake cont...

Page 381: ...akes when you need them and could have an accident Continued WARNING Continued Towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance When towing you should allow for ad ditional space between your vehicle and the ve hicle in front of you Failure to do so could result in an accident Towing Requirements Trailer Lights Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stop lights an...

Page 382: ...a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations 4 Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn 7 Pin Connector 1 Battery 5 Ground 2 Backup Lamps 6 Left Stop Turn 3 Right Stop Turn 7 Running Lamps 4 Electric Brakes 380 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 383: ...ve shift ing and heat buildup This action will also provide better engine braking The transmission fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 of this manual for proper mainte nance intervals NOTE Check the transmission fluid level before towing 4 7L and 5 7L engines Electronic Spe...

Page 384: ...g crash sensors may be affected by the change in the front end structure The airbags could deploy unexpect edly or could fail to deploy during a collision WARNING Do not add a snow plow winches or any other aftermarket equipment to the front of your vehicle This could adversely affect the functioning of the airbag system and you could be injured RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing 2WD ...

Page 385: ...ational towing NOTE The transfer case must be in the NEUTRAL position and the transmission must be in the PARK position for recreational towing Shifting Into NEUTRAL Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing CAUTION It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL before recre ational towing to prevent damage to intern...

Page 386: ...he NEUTRAL shift is complete A 4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL message will display on the EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual 5 Start the engine 6 Shift the transmission into DRIVE 7 Release the brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement 8 Shut the engine off Neutral Switch 384 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 387: ...ed into PARK with the transfer case in NEU TRAL and the engine running With the transfer case in NEUTRAL ensure that the engine is OFF prior to shifting the transmission into PARK refer to steps 7 and 8 above Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Turn the ignition key ON engine off 3 Shift the transmission into NEUT...

Page 388: ... blinking go out when shift is complete The 4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL message will no longer be displayed on the EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Section 4 of this manual 5 Shift the transmission into PARK 6 Start the engine 7 Shift the transmission into DRIVE Neutral Switch 386 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 389: ...thout first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case NEUTRAL position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move even if the transmission is in PARK The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle CAUTION Do not use a bumper mounted clamp on tow bar on your vehicle The bumper face bar will be dama...

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Page 391: ...Jacking And Tire Changing 391 Jack Location 392 Spare Tire Stowage 392 Spare Tire Removal 393 Preparations For Jacking 393 Jacking Instructions 394 䡵 Jump Starting 398 䡵 Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped 400 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 401 2 Wheel Drive Models Only 401 4 Wheel Drive Models Only 401 6 ...

Page 392: ...key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher may run down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion On the highways Slow down In city traffic While stopped put the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase the engine idle speed NOTE There are steps...

Page 393: ...ND TIRE CHANGING WARNING Getting under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not ...

Page 394: ...hicle by means of a cable winch mechanism To remove or stow the spare use the jack handle to rotate the spare tire drive nut The nut is located under a plastic cover at the center rear of the cargo floor area just inside the liftgate opening CAUTION Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down Impact type tools can damage the winch mechanism Jack Storage Location 392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCI...

Page 395: ...cle CAUTION The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch When the spare is clear tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel Preparations For Jacking 1 Park the vehicle on a firm level surface Avoid ice or slippery surfaces Lowering Raising Sp...

Page 396: ...or example if changing the right front tire block the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked 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 edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Bloc...

Page 397: ... tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic To assure that spare tires flat or inflated are securely stowed spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher 1 Remove the spare tire jack and tools from storage 2 Loosen but do not remove the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is stil...

Page 398: ...r the front lower control arm as shown For the rear axle place it under the axle near the wheel to be changed Ensure the jack is closest to the inside of the wheel when jacking on the rear axle Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged Assembling Jack Tools 1 Jack Handle Driver 2 Extensions 3 Wrench Front Jacking Location 396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 399: ...e 6 Remove the lug nuts and wheel 7 Position the spare wheel tire on the vehicle and install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered 8 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter clockwise and remove the jack and wheel blocks 9 Finis...

Page 400: ... down may result in scratching or damage to the wheel face Continue winching up the tire until you hear the winch ratchet three times Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the underbody of the vehicle Damage to the winch cable may result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose WARNING Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down Impact type tools may damage the winch mecha ni...

Page 401: ...ot use a 24 Volt power source 1 Remove all metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets which might make an unintended electrical contact 2 Park the booster vehicle within cable reach but with out letting the vehicles touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles place the transmission in PARK and turn the ignition OFF 3 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal loads 4 Connect on...

Page 402: ... injury or property damage due to battery explosion Continued WARNING Continued Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle You should not try to start your vehicle by pushing or towing Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharge battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode During cold weather when temperatures are be low f...

Page 403: ...w only in NEU TRAL at speeds not exceeding 30 mph 48 km h for distances of not more than 15 miles 24 km Towing at more than 30 mph 48 km h or for more than 15 miles 24 km can cause severe transmission damage If the transmission is not operable or the vehicle must be towed faster than 30 mph 48 km h or farther than 15 miles 24 km remove the driveshaft or tow with all four wheels OFF the ground Acce...

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Page 405: ...d Diagnostic System OBD II 410 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 410 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 411 䡵 Replacement Parts 413 䡵 Dealer Service 413 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 413 Engine Oil 414 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 417 Maintenance Free Battery 418 Air Conditioner Maintenance 419 Body Lubrication 420 Windshield Wiper Blades 421 Adding Washer Fluid 421 7 ...

Page 406: ... Fuses 441 Interior Fuses 441 Underhood Fuses Power Distribution Center 444 Underhood Fuses Integrated Power Module 447 䡵 Vehicle Storage 448 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 449 䡵 Bulb Replacement 450 High Intensity Discharge Headlights HID If Equipped 450 Headlight 451 Front Turn Signal 452 Front Fog Light 453 Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal And Backup Lights 454 Center High Mounted Stop Light CHMSL 455 404 MAINT...

Page 407: ...䡵 Fluids And Capacities 456 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 458 Engine 458 Chassis 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 7 ...

Page 408: ...nt Reservoir 6 Battery 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 7 Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 Power Distribution Center 8 Engine Oil Fill 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 Coolant Pressure Cap 5 Integrated Power Module 10 Air Cleaner Filter 406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 409: ...tery 2 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Engine Oil Fill 4 Power Distribution Center 10 Coolant Pressure Cap 5 Brake Fluid Reservoir 11 Air Cleaner Filter 6 Integrated Power Module MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 7 ...

Page 410: ...sher Fluid Reservoir 2 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 Engine Oil Dipstick 3 Power Distribution Center 9 Engine Oil Fill 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Coolant Pressure Cap 5 Integrated Power Module 11 Air Cleaner Filter 6 Battery 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 411: ...ngine Coolant Reservoir 6 Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 Power Distribution Center 7 Engine Oil Fill 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 Engine Oil Dipstick 4 Integrated Power Module 9 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 Battery MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 7 ...

Page 412: ...s Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indica tor Light 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 per formed If the Malfunction Ind...

Page 413: ...cap If the problem is detected twice in a row the system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off See your authorized dealer for service EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle s emissions control system Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registr...

Page 414: ...he engine This means that your vehicle s OBD II system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I M station b The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD II system is ready and you can proceed to the I M station If your OBD II system is not ready you should see your authorized dealer or...

Page 415: ...able which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you ...

Page 416: ... starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level in the SAFE level range Adding 1 U S Quart 0 95L of oil when the level is at the bottom of the SAFE range will result in the level being at the top of the SAFE range CAUTION Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will ca...

Page 417: ... Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API The manufacturer only recommends API Certified engine oils Engine Oil Selection Diesel Engines For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recommends eng...

Page 418: ...ark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used Engine Oil Viscosity 3 0L Diesel Engine CAUTION Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced technol ogy Diesel Engine and an emission device designed to limit Diesel Particulate Emissions from being released into the atmosphere The durability of your engine and life expectancy of this diesel particulate filter emission device is high...

Page 419: ...posing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your local authorized dealer ser vice station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at ...

Page 420: ...st 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 WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing...

Page 421: ... to provide starting voltage Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt condition should also be checked at this time WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved ...

Page 422: ...tion Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks door hinge pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubri cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as MOPAR威 Spray White Lube to assure quiet easy opera tion and to protect against rust and wear Prior to the application of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped c...

Page 423: ...level will be indicated When the sensor detects a low fluid level the windshield will light on the vehicle graphic outline and the WASHER FLUID LOW message will be displayed The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared The fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment be sure to check the fluid level at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshi...

Page 424: ...stem and adjacent body areas for broken dam aged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri cation or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and...

Page 425: ...ulting in possible damage to the converter and vehicle NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING 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 vehicle in areas where your ex...

Page 426: ...r others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot Engine Coolant Checks Check the engine coolant antifreeze protection every 12 months before the onset of f...

Page 427: ...g properly the engine coolant anti freeze will begin to drain from the coolant recovery bottle DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT Cooling System Drain Flush And Refill If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty and contains a considerable amount of sediment clean and flush with reliable cooling system cleaner Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits a...

Page 428: ...h Propylene Glycol based engine coolant antifreeze Use of Propylene Glycol based engine coolant anti freeze is not recommended Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant antifreeze that allows extended maintenance intervals This engine coolant antifreeze can be used up to 5 Years or 102 000 miles 170 000 km before replace ment To prevent reducing this extended maint...

Page 429: ...ain tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated NOTE Mixing engine coolant antifreeze types will decrease the life of the engine coolant antifreeze and will require more frequent engine coolant antifreeze changes Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant a...

Page 430: ...to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by ani mals and children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground If ingested by a child contact a physician immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining th...

Page 431: ...s no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle Check engine coolant antifreeze freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle If engine coolant antifreeze needs to be added contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing If frequent engine coolant antifre...

Page 432: ...ng the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage You wouldn t have your full braking capacity in an emergency Fluid Level Check Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked when performing unde...

Page 433: ...e an accident Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture CAUTION Do not allow a petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid Seal damage may result Front Rear Axle Fluid Front Axle Fluid Le...

Page 434: ... bottom edge of the filler plug hole when the vehicle is in a level position Adding Fluid Add fluid at the filler hole until it runs out of the hole when the vehicle is in a level position Drain First remove fill plug then remove drain plug Recom mended tightening torque for drain and fill plugs is 15 to 25 ft lbs 20 to 34 N m CAUTION When installing plugs do not overtighten You could damage them ...

Page 435: ...y cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer s recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this sec tion for correct fluid type Special Additives Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF is an engineered product and its performance may be...

Page 436: ...tion for the correct fluid type Continued CAUTION Continued The fluid level is preset at the factory and it does not require adjustment under normal operating conditions If a transmission fluid leak occurs visit your authorized dealer immediately Severe damage to the transmission may occur Your au thorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately Fluid Level Check 4 7L and ...

Page 437: ... the oil fill tube wait a minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain into the transmission before rechecking the fluid level NOTE If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature the fluid level should be between the two COLD lower holes on the dipstick with the fluid at approximately 70 F 21 C room tem perature If the fluid level is correctly established at room...

Page 438: ...le Check the tires body structure steering suspension and exhaust system for damage Check threaded fasteners for looseness particularly on the chassis drivetrain components steering and suspension Retighten if required to torque values specified in the Service Manual Also check for accumulations of vegeta tion or brush that could become a fire hazard or conceal damage to fuel lines brake hoses axl...

Page 439: ...one and gravel impact Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Washing Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using MOPAR威 Car Wash or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle use MOPAR威 Super Kleen Bu...

Page 440: ...hes in the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos sible The cost of such repairs is considered the respon sibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizer...

Page 441: ...tal Clean then MOPAR威 Spot Stain Remover if absolutely necessary Do not use harsh cleaners or Armorall Use MOPAR威 Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery Leather Seat Care And Cleaning MOPAR威 Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage ...

Page 442: ...the lenses Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPAR威 Glass Cleaner or any commercial household type glass cleaner Never use an abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows equipped with electric defrosters Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements When cleaning the rearview mirror spray cleaner on t...

Page 443: ... mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly Dry with a soft tissue FUSES Interior Fuses The fuse panel is on the lower instrument panel just to the left of the steering column Cav ity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 1 30 Amp Green Audio Amp B 2 15 Amp Blue Sun...

Page 444: ...B 9 20 Amp Yellow Pwr Outlet B Cav ity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 10 10 Amp Red Final Drive Control Module FDCM Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning HVAC Rear Heated Seat Switch O H Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning HVAC Relay Rear Park Assist 11 Spare B 12 10 Amp Red Door Mods O H Lamps IP Courtesy Lamps Glove Box Lamp B 13 10 Amp Red Autowipe R A 442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 445: ... Flipper Glass B 19 Spare R S 20 10 Amp Red Steering Column Con trol Module SCCM Cluster R S BUX Trailer Tow Cav ity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 21 Spare Acc De lay 22 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper B 24 10 Amp Red Power Distribution Center PDC Relays Powertrain Control Module A580 R S 25 10 Amp Red Shifter Assy BTSI Trans Case Switch ESP ABS Trailer Sway Damp Relay MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 7...

Page 446: ...use Description 2 40 Amp Green HID Headlamps 3 50 Amp Red PTC Heater 2 Diesel Only 4 30 Amp Pink Power Outlets 5 50 Amp Red PTC Heater 3 Diesel Only 6 30 Amp Pink Cig Lighter Trail Tow Batt 7 40 Amp Green Power Liftgate Com mander Only 8 40 Amp Green Starter JB Power 9 20 Amp Blue Front Power Windows Power Distribution Center 444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 447: ... Equipped 15 Spare 16 50 Amp Red ASD 17 30 Amp Pink ABS Pump Cav ity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 18 40 Amp Green Accessory Delay Seats 19 40 Amp Green JB Power 20 30 Amp Pink Wiper Motor 21 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump 22 20 Amp Yellow TCM A C Clutch 23 25 Amp Natural Power Inverter 24 20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seats 25 20 Amp Yellow Final Drive Control Module FDCM MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445...

Page 448: ...e Powertrain Control Module Diesel Only 33 20 Amp Yellow Final Drive Control Module FDCM E Diff Cav ity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 34 Spare 35 20 Amp Yellow Trail Tow Mod Ex port Only 36 Spare 37 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Switch 38 20 Amp Yellow HID Left 39 20 Amp Yellow HID Right 40 25 Amp Natural Next Generation Con troller NGC Injec tors 41 20 Amp Yellow Subwoofer SRT Only 42 Spare 446 M...

Page 449: ... Mini Fuse Description 8 10 Amp Red Lt Park Lamps 9 10 Amp Red Trailer Tow Park Lamps 10 10 Amp Red Rt Park Lamps 12 20 Amp Yellow Front Control Module FCM Batt 4 13 20 Amp Yellow Front Control Module FCM Batt 2 14 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedal 15 20 Amp Yellow Ft Fog Lamps 16 20 Amp Yellow Horn Integrated Power Module MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 7 ...

Page 450: ... 1 Cav ity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 28 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw IOD 2 29 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller ORC R S 30 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller ORC R O VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery You may Remove fuse 27 in the Intelligent Power Module labeled Ignition Off Dr...

Page 451: ... Light 214 2 Visor Vanity Light V26377 Underpanel Courtesy Lights 906 Instrument Cluster General Illumination 103 Telltale Hazard Light 74 Exterior Lights Bulb Type Backup Lights 3157K Front Fog Lights 9145 Front Park Turn Light 3157A Front Side Marker W5W Headlights Low Beam 9006 Headlights High Beam 9005 Rear Turn Stop Tail Lights 3157K NOTE Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be pur...

Page 452: ...thorized dealer for service WARNING A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of High Intensity Discharge HID headlights when the headlight switch is turned ON It may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop erly See your authorized dealer for service NOTE On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis charge Headlights HID when the headlights are turned on ther...

Page 453: ...Turn the low or high beam bulb one quarter turn counterclockwise to remove from housing 3 Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb 1 High Beam Bulb 3 Turn Signal Bulb 2 Low Beam Bulb MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 7 ...

Page 454: ...contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol Front Turn Signal 1 Open the hood 2 Turn the turn signal bulb one quarter turn counter clockwise to remove from housing 3 Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb 1 High Beam Bulb 3 Turn Signal Bulb 2 Low Beam Bulb 452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 455: ...h behind the front fascia from under the vehicle 2 Turn the front fog light bulb one quarter turn coun terclockwise to remove from housing 3 Disconnect the electrical connector and replace bulb CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol MAINTAINING YOUR ...

Page 456: ... fasteners 3 Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the housing 4 Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket 5 Replace the bulb reinstall the socket and reattach the light assembly 1 Tail Stop Light Bulb 3 Back Up Light Bulb 2 Tail Turn Signal Bulb 454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 457: ...CHMSL 1 Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL 2 Twist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket 4 Replace the bulb reinstall the socket and reattach the CHMSL MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 7 ...

Page 458: ...ed 7 Quarts 6 6 Liters 3 0 Liter Diesel Engine SAE 5W 30 Synthetic API Certified Low Ash 10 Quarts 9 5 Liters Cooling System 3 7 Liter and 4 7L Engine MOPAR威 Engine Coolant Antifreeze 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula Without Rear Heat 12 7 Quarts 11 8 Liters 3 7 Liter and 4 7L Engine MOPAR威 Engine Coolant Antifreeze 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula With Rear Heat 14 Quarts 13 2 Liters 5 7 Liter Engine MOPAR...

Page 459: ...sel Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula Without Rear Heat 13 9 Quarts 13 2 Liters 3 0 Liter Diesel Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula With Rear Heat 15 3 Quarts 14 5 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 7 ...

Page 460: ...ynthetic Low Ash Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 11106 Mercedes Benz MB 229 31 or 229 51 and ACEA C3 qualified engine oils Oil Filter 3 7L Engine MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter P N 05184231AA or equivalent Oil Filter 4 7L and 5 7L Engine MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter P N 04884899AB or equivalent Oil Filter 3 0L Diesel Engine MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter P N 05175571AA or equi...

Page 461: ...500 ppm Sulfur maximum to avoid damage to the emissions control system For most year round service No 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D 975 Grade S15 will provide good performance If the vehicle is exposed to extreme cold below 20F or 7C or is required to operate at colder than normal conditions for pro longed periods use climatized No 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No 2 diesel fuel with 50 ...

Page 462: ... Rear MOPAR威 Synthetic Gear Axle Lubricant SAE 75W 140 API GL5 or equivalent with friction modifier additive Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR威 DOT 3 Brake Fluid SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only rec ommended brake fluids Power Steering Reservoir This system requires the use of MOPAR威 Hydraulic System Power Steer ing Fluid P N 0514...

Page 463: ... SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance 462 䡵 Maintenance Schedules 462 Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engine 462 Maintenance Schedule Diesel Engine 476 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 464: ...r individual using any automotive part that has been certified pursuant to U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engine The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance On Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC equipped vehicles Oil Ch...

Page 465: ... Vehicle Information Center in Section 4 of this manual At Each Stop for Fuel Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu racy of the oil level reading Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required Once a M...

Page 466: ...are equipped with sixteen spark plugs one set is located on the top of the engine under the coils and the second set is located on the side of the engine The spark plugs located under the coils are a standard plug and must be change every 30 000 miles 50 000 km The spark plugs located on the side of the engine are a premium plug and must be changed every 102 000 miles 170 000 km 464 MAINTENANCE SC...

Page 467: ... tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Perform the first inspection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months Inspect exhaust system Perform the first inspection at 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months Odometer Reading Date Repair O...

Page 468: ...e if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 30 000 Miles 50 000 km or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace t...

Page 469: ... Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 48 000 Miles 80 000 km or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner ...

Page 470: ...replace if necessary Replace the ignition cables 3 7L Engine Replace the top row of spark plugs 4 7L Engine Replace the spark plugs 3 7L and 5 7L Engines Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Change the transfer case fluid ...

Page 471: ... any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals replace if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle fluid change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer to...

Page 472: ...or 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 470 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N...

Page 473: ...oad or frequent trailer towing Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 96 000 Miles 160 000 km or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings r...

Page 474: ...te tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle fluid change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer ...

Page 475: ... parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals replace if necessary Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s Change the transfer case fluid Replace the accessory drive belt s Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code ...

Page 476: ...e Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 138 000 Miles 230 000 km or 138 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change ...

Page 477: ...tem Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 150 000 Miles 250 000 km or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the top row of spark plugs 4 7L Engine Replace the spark plugs ...

Page 478: ... that these maintenance inter vals be performed at your selling dealer The technicians at your dealership know your vehicle best and have access to factory trained information genuine MOPAR威 parts and specially designed electronic and mechanical tools that can help prevent future costly repairs The maintenance intervals shown should be performed as indicated in this section NOTE Under no circumsta...

Page 479: ...k all lights and other electrical items for correct operation At Each Oil Change Change the engine oil filter Inspect the brake hoses and lines Inspect for the presence of water in the fuel filter water separator unit 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...

Page 480: ...ur vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Perform the first inspection at 12 500 miles 20 000 km or 12 months Inspect the CV joints Perform the first inspection at 12 500 miles 20 000 km or 12 months Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code S...

Page 481: ...the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the fuel filter water separator unit Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Inspect the CV joints Inspect the transfer case fluid Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel dis...

Page 482: ...d conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle fluid Change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 43 750 Miles 70 000 km or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Rotate ...

Page 483: ...t the CV joints Inspect the transfer case fluid Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 56 250 Miles 90 000 km or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Rotate tires Inspect the front and rear axle fluid Change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent traile...

Page 484: ... and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Change the transfer case if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 68 750 Miles 110 000 km or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Rotate tire...

Page 485: ...le fluid Change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Inspect exhaust system Inspect the CV joints Inspect the transfer case fluid Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 81 250 Miles 130 000 km or 78 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Rot...

Page 486: ...he brake linings replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 93 750 Miles 150 000 km or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Rotate tires Inspect the front and rear axle fluid Change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysl...

Page 487: ...ary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Inspect the CV joints Inspect the transfer case fluid Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter Flush and replace the engine coolant antifreeze Replace accessory drive belt s Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized ...

Page 488: ...hicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic 486 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 489: ...ts 489 䡵 If You Need Assistance 489 Chrysler LLC Customer Center 490 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 490 In Mexico Contact 490 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 491 Service Contract 491 䡵 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 492 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 492 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 492 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 492 In Canada 493 9 ...

Page 490: ...䡵 Publication Order Forms 493 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 494 Treadwear 495 Traction Grades 495 Temperature Grades 495 488 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 491: ...d 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 want...

Page 492: ...tion to the manufacturer 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 LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontari...

Page 493: ...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 Contract National Customer Hot line at 1 800 521 9922 The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s service contract It is not responsible for any service contract ot...

Page 494: ... of Chrysler Motors LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle MOPAR姞 PARTS Mopar威 fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized dealer They will help keep the vehicle operating at its best REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediate...

Page 495: ...d Recalls 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard American Express and Discover orders are ac cepted If you prefer mailing your payment please call for an order form NOTE A street address is required when ordering manuals no P O Boxes Service Manuals These com...

Page 496: ...and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler LLC vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and main tenance procedures as well as specifications capabili ties and safety tips Call toll free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the Worldwide Web at www techauthority com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire g...

Page 497: ...der controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor mance WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A the highest B and C rep...

Page 498: ...n the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive load ing either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 496 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 499: ...INDEX 10 ...

Page 500: ...5 Alarm Security Alarm 20 187 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 9 Antenna Satellite Radio 253 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 456 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 309 312 Anti Lock Warning Light 186 Anti Theft System 187 Appearance Care 436 Arming Theft System Security Alarm 20 Assist Hill Start 320 Assistance Towing 97 Auto Down Power Windows 32 Automatic Dimming Mirror 78 Automatic Door Locks 30 Automatic H...

Page 501: ...rol System Electronic 312 Brake Fluid 430 Brake System 430 Anti Lock ABS 309 312 Fluid Check 430 Master Cylinder 430 Parking 308 Warning Light 184 Brake Transmission Interlock 287 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 68 Bulb Replacement 449 450 Bulbs Light 71 Calibration Compass 201 Camera Rear 151 Capacities Fluid 456 Caps Filler Fuel 364 Power Steering 307 Radiator Coolant Pressure 427 Car Washe...

Page 502: ...ty 69 Checks Safety 69 Child Restraint 58 59 64 66 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 63 64 Child Safety Locks 30 Climate Control 261 Clock 209 223 227 236 Cold Weather Operation 281 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 260 Compact Spare Tire 338 Compass 200 Compass Calibration 201 Compass Variance 201 Computer Trip Travel 198 Connector UCI 247 Universal Consumer Interface UCI 247 Console Overhead 153 Contract...

Page 503: ...er Windshield 71 263 269 Diagnostic System Onboard 410 Diesel Fuel 360 Diesel Fuel Requirements 360 Dimmer Switch Headlight 137 Dipsticks Automatic Transmission 434 Oil Engine 414 Power Steering 307 Disabled Vehicle Towing 401 Disarming Theft System 21 Disposal Engine Oil 417 Used Engine Fluids 417 Door Locks 29 Door Locks Automatic 30 Door Opener Garage 154 Driving 301 Off Pavement 302 Off Road 3...

Page 504: ...ic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 190 193 Emergency In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck 295 Hazard Warning Flasher 390 Jacking 391 Jump Starting 398 Tow Hooks 400 Emission Control System Maintenance 411 462 Engine Air Cleaner 417 Block Heater 285 Break In Recommendations 68 Compartment 406 407 408 409 Compartment Identification 406 407 408 409 Cooling 424 Exhaust Gas Caution 69 359 Fails to Sta...

Page 505: ...r Cleaner 417 Engine Oil 417 Engine Oil Disposal 417 Finish Care 437 Flashers 390 Hazard Warning 390 Turn Signal 71 185 452 454 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range 363 Engine Oil 363 Fuel Requirements 361 362 Replacement Parts 364 Starting 363 Flipper Glass Liftgate 35 Flooded Engine Starting 281 Fluid Capacities 456 Fluid Leaks 71 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 433 434 Brake 430 Engi...

Page 506: ...rials Added 358 Octane Rating 355 356 Requirements 456 Tank Capacity 456 Fuel Flexible See Flexible Fuel Vehicles Fuel System Caution 358 365 367 Fuses 441 Garage Door Opener HomeLink威 154 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 364 366 410 Gasoline Fuel 355 Gasoline Reformulated 356 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 356 Gauges Coolant Temperature 189 Fuel 192 Speedometer 184 Tachometer 187 Gear Ranges 288 General Inform...

Page 507: ...Beam Select Dimmer Switch 137 Hill Descent Control 323 Hill Start Assist 320 Hitches Trailer Towing 372 Holder Cup 167 HomeLink威 Garage Door Opener Transmitter 154 Hood Release 129 Ignition 15 Key 14 15 Ignition Key Removal 15 Illuminated Entry 21 Immobilizer Sentry Key 17 Infant Restraint 58 59 Inflation Pressure Tires 336 Information Center Vehicle 193 Inside Rearview Mirror 78 Instrument Cluste...

Page 508: ...y Replacement 18 Key Sentry Immobilizer 17 Key In Reminder 17 Keyless Entry System 21 Keys 14 Lap Shoulder Belts 37 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 63 64 Latches 71 Lead Free Gasoline 355 Leaks Fluid 71 Life of Tires 341 Liftgate 34 Liftgate Flipper Glass 35 Liftgate Window Wiper Washer 172 Light Bulbs 71 Lights 71 130 Airbag 56 71 186 Anti Lock 186 Automatic Headlights 131 Back Up 454...

Page 509: ... Switch 130 Headlights 450 451 Headlights On With Wipers 131 High Beam Indicator 185 Illuminated Entry 21 Instrument Cluster 130 134 Interior 134 137 Lights On Reminder 135 Low Fuel 193 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 185 Map Reading 138 Oil Pressure 187 Passing 137 Reading 138 153 Rear Servicing 454 Rear Tail 454 Seat Belt Reminder 191 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 187 Service 450 Service Engine ...

Page 510: ... Rack 174 Lumbar Support 116 Maintenance Free Battery 418 Maintenance Procedures 413 Maintenance Schedule 462 476 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 185 411 Manual Service 493 Memory Feature Memory Seat 124 Memory Seat 124 Memory Seats and Radio 124 Mini Trip Computer 198 Mirrors 78 Automatic Dimming 78 Electric Powered 80 Electric Remote 80 Exterior Folding 80 Heated 81 Outside 79 Rearview ...

Page 511: ...ne 414 Capacity 456 Change Interval 414 Dipstick 414 Disposal 417 Filter 417 Filter Disposal 417 Identification Logo 415 Materials Added to 417 Recommendation 415 456 Synthetic 417 Viscosity 416 456 Onboard Diagnostic System 410 411 Opener Garage Door HomeLink威 154 Operator Manual Owner s Manual 6 Outside Rearview Mirrors 79 Overdrive 292 Overdrive OFF Switch 292 Overhead Console 153 Overheating E...

Page 512: ...ks 29 Inverter 165 Mirrors 80 Outlet Auxiliary Electrical Outlet 163 Seats 117 Steering 306 307 Sunroof 160 Windows 31 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 45 Preparation for Jacking 393 Pretensioners Seat Belts 43 Programmable Electronic Features 202 Programming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 21 Quadra Trac 296 297 Radial Ply Tires 338 Radio Operation 260 Radio Satellite uconnect gps 252 257 Rain Sen...

Page 513: ... Lights On 135 Reminder Seat Belt 44 Remote Control Starting System 27 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 21 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 258 Remote Starting System 27 Replacement Bulbs 449 Replacement Keys 18 Replacement Parts 413 Replacement Tires 342 Reporting Safety Defects 492 Restraints Child 58 Restraints Occupant 36 Retractable Cargo Area Cover 168 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck 295 Roll Over Warn...

Page 514: ... 70 Maintenance 441 Pretensioners 43 Reminder 191 Shoulder Belt Anchorage 41 Seats 115 Adjustment 115 Cleaning 439 Easy Entry 128 Head Restraints 118 Heated 118 120 Lumbar Support 116 Memory 124 Power 117 Rear Folding 122 Reclining 116 Security Against Theft 20 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 20 187 Selection of Oil 415 Sentry Key Immobilizer 17 Sentry Key Programming 19 Sentry Key Replacement 18 Servi...

Page 515: ...9 392 Specifications Fuel Gasoline 355 Oil 415 Speed Control Cruise Control 144 Speedometer 184 Starting 27 280 Automatic Transmission 280 Cold Weather 281 285 Engine Block Heater 285 Engine Fails to Start 281 Remote 27 Steering Power 306 307 Tilt Column 142 Wheel Tilt 142 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 258 Storage 448 Storage Behind the Seat 168 Storage Bin 168 Storage Compartment C...

Page 516: ...rming 21 Tie Down Hooks Cargo 170 Tilt Steering Column 142 Time Delay Headlight 137 Tip Start 284 Tire and Loading Information Placard 331 Tire Identification Number TIN 330 Tire Markings 326 Tire Safety Information 326 Tires 71 335 494 Air Pressure 336 Chains 343 Changing 391 Compact Spare 338 General Information 335 High Speed 337 Inflation Pressures 336 Jacking 391 Life of Tires 341 Load Capaci...

Page 517: ...2 Weight 373 Towing Assistance 97 Traction Control 313 Trailer Sway Control TSC 320 Trailer Towing 369 Cooling System Tips 382 Hitches 372 Minimum Requirements 376 Trailer and Tongue Weight 375 Wiring 379 Trailer Towing Guide 373 Trailer Weight 373 Transfer Case 432 Maintenance 432 Transmission Automatic 288 433 Maintenance 433 Shifting 286 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 25 Trans...

Page 518: ...Label 367 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 8 Vehicle Loading 331 367 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 9 Vehicle Storage 272 448 Video Entertainment System Rear Seat Video System 257 Viscosity Engine Oil 416 Voice Recognition System VR 110 Warning Flasher Hazard 390 Warning Roll Over 5 Warnings and Cautions 8 Warranty Information 492 Washers Windshield 139 421 Washing Vehicle 437 Waxing and Polis...

Page 519: ...Windshield Defroster 71 263 269 Windshield Washers 139 Fluid 421 Windshield Wiper Blades 421 Windshield Wipers 139 Wipers Intermittent 140 Wipers Rain Sensitive 141 INDEX 517 10 ...

Page 520: ...nnection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shi...

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