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User Guide

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Page 2: ...ehicle Some States or Provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving It is always the driver s responsibility to comply with all local laws IMPORTANT This User Guide is int...

Page 3: ...arage Door Opener HomeLink 40 Power Inverter 41 Power Outlet 42 OFF ROAD CAPABILITIES Four Wheel Drive Operation 43 UTILITY Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 44 Recreational Towing...

Page 4: ...ons to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acqu...

Page 5: ...ver use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage USE OF AFTERMARKET PROD...

Page 6: ...DRIVER COCKPIT CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4...

Page 7: ...CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 5...

Page 8: ...ntrol ETC Light Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Light Engine Temperature Warning Light Transmission Temperature Warning Light Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE Brake Warning Light Malfunction Indica...

Page 9: ...dicator 4WD Indicator Electronic Stability Control ESC Off Indicator Cruise Indicator Hill Descent Control Indicator Odometer Messages door Door Ajar Lo tIrE Low Tire Pressure gate GateAjar CHAngE OIL...

Page 10: ...asons A child or others could be severely injured or killed Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the key in the ignition A child could o...

Page 11: ...he shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from inju...

Page 12: ...provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact If the Air Bag Warning Light is not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have the vehicle serviced by an...

Page 13: ...child restraint anchorage system called LATCH which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed at all three rear seating positions The rear...

Page 14: ...an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a projectile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child no matte...

Page 15: ...desired position Recliner Lift the recliner handle located on the outboard side of the seat lean back and release at the desired position Driver s Seat Height Adjustment The height adjustment lever i...

Page 16: ...t might not be properly adjusted and you could be severely injured or killed Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer re...

Page 17: ...l upward on the lever to lock the column firmly in place WARNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving with the steering column unlocke...

Page 18: ...iabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used f...

Page 19: ...righten the odometer and radio controls when the parking lights or headlights are on Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting Flash To Pass Pul...

Page 20: ...desired Mist Pull down on the lever and release when a single wipe is desired NOTE The mist feature does not activate the washer pump therefore no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield The wa...

Page 21: ...accelerate in 5mph 8 km h increments or push and hold the SET button to decelerate in 5mph 8 km h increments release the button to save the new set speed Resume To resume a previously selected set spe...

Page 22: ...6 speeds the Continuously Variable Transmission CVT has an infinite number of speeds This allows it to adjust to exactly the right ratio to optimize performance and fuel economy Under hard acceleratio...

Page 23: ...onditioning button is pressed while in the AUTO mode the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically Air Recirculation Use recirculation for maxim...

Page 24: ...pen Close Press and hold the switch rearward to open or forward to close the sunroof Any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially open or closed position...

Page 25: ...h Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death In a collision there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be severely injured or killed Always f...

Page 26: ...YOUR VEHICLE S SOUND SYSTEM ELECTRONICS 24...

Page 27: ...ELECTRONICS 25...

Page 28: ...NON TOUCH SCREEN RADIOS Media Center 130 Sales Code RES Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio Sales Code RES RSC ELECTRONICS 26...

Page 29: ...and convenience of you and your passengers Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving The radio sales code i...

Page 30: ...o blink turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save the time change To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds Store Radio Presets Press the...

Page 31: ...e is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate Seek Up Down Press the SEEK up down arrow soft keys to change the currently playing station in AM FM or SAT bands Seek through tracks in CD...

Page 32: ...y Insert a disc then press the MENU hard key Touch the MY FILES soft key then select MY MUSIC Touch the Add Music Files to HDD soft key then touch the From Disc soft key in the next screen to start th...

Page 33: ...harged through the USB port Navigation Media Center 430N Sales Code RHB Only For software updates visit http www garmin com chrysler website or contact your authorized dealer for the latest available...

Page 34: ...t Follow the on screen steps for editing the Home Location Go Home Touch the NAV soft key in the upper right corner of your radio screen to access the Navigation system Touch Where To then touch Go Ho...

Page 35: ...our vehicle is equipped with Uconnect Phone press the Uconnect Phone button If your vehicle has this feature after a couple seconds you will hear a voice prompt If not you will see a message on the ra...

Page 36: ...ue name Next you will be asked to give this new pairing a priority of 1 thru 7 up to seven phones may be paired 1 is the highest and 7 is the lowest priority The system will only connect to the highes...

Page 37: ...network coverage Uconnect VOICE COMMAND The Uconnect Voice Command system allows you to control your AM FM radio satellite radio disc player Uconnect Phone a memo recorder and supported portable medi...

Page 38: ...roadway ahead Failure to do so may result in a collision causing you and others to be severely injured or killed iPod USB MP3 CONTROL There are many ways to play music from iPod players or other port...

Page 39: ...ions Press the AUX button on the radio faceplate until BT is displayed on the radio screen This feature allows you to control your Bluetooth device through the radio steering wheel audio controls or v...

Page 40: ...t 15 mph 24 km h Confirmation of Voice Commands Auto Unlock On Exit Illuminated Approach RKE Unlock Driver s Door 1st Hill Start Assist HSA Sound Horn With Lock Display Units In Flash Lamps With Lock...

Page 41: ...imes ending up in the LOCK position do not start the engine Press the power door LOCK switch to lock the doors A single chime will indicate that programming is complete Sound Horn With Lock To turn th...

Page 42: ...p and reverse feature as required by Federal safety standards This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982 Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features Call to...

Page 43: ...ss and colorless Carbon Monoxide is poisonous when inhaled and can cause you and others to be severely injured or killed POWER INVERTER A 115 Volt 150 Watt AC power inverter is located on the front of...

Page 44: ...n the ON RUN position The outlet can operate a conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories designed for use with a standard power outlet adapter NOTE Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Wa...

Page 45: ...T handle located in between the front driver and passenger seats up once and release The 4WD Indicator Light will come on in the cluster This can be done on the fly at any vehicle speed To deactivate...

Page 46: ...AL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Flat Tow None Transmission in NEUTRAL Key in ACC No Dolly Tow Front No OK FWD Only Rear...

Page 47: ...To improve the vehicle s traction when starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch the ESC system to Partial Off mode by momentarily pressing the ESC Off switch Tire Pressur...

Page 48: ...NOTE Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the Winter Example If garage...

Page 49: ...engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and not require towing If the MIL flashes wh...

Page 50: ...driving have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately 4WD System Fault Indicator Light When lit solid There is a 4WD system fault The 4WD performance will be at a reduced leve...

Page 51: ...and turning the A C off can help remove this heat You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat the mode control to floor and the blower control to high This allows the heater core to act...

Page 52: ...ght turns off JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location The jack and jack handle are stowed under the load floor in the trunk Spare Tire Stowage The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floo...

Page 53: ...ath the lift area triangular cutout that is closest to the flat tire Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange Raise the vehicle by turning t...

Page 54: ...act spare tire affects vehicle handling Do not drive more than 50 mph 80 km h with a compact spare tire Keep the compact spare tire inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on either your t...

Page 55: ...battery remove the air intake duct by turning the two finger screws located on the radiator support Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK Turn...

Page 56: ...ttery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur Failure to follow these proc...

Page 57: ...e and could result in personal injury SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position you can use the following procedure to temporarily move...

Page 58: ...ith a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method May Be Used NOT Permitted FWD Manual Transmission With a Key May be Used with the transmission in NEUTRAL Recommended Method May Be Used NOT Permitted AWD Wi...

Page 59: ...switch For further information on ESC refer to the Owner s Manual on the DVD CAUTION When rocking a stuck vehicle by moving between REVERSE and DRIVE do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h...

Page 60: ...or and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur NOTE EDR data are recorded by y...

Page 61: ...the same time Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood To close the hood remove the support rod and place it in the retaining clip then lower the hood slowly WARNING Be sure the hood is fully...

Page 62: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2 0L Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 60...

Page 63: ...2 4L Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 61...

Page 64: ...Octane 13 6 Gallons 51 5 Liters Engine Oil Filter 2 0L 2 4L MOPAR Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs 2 0L 2 4L ZFR5F 11 Gap 0 043 in 1 11 mm Automatic Transmission CVT MOPAR CVTF 4 Automatic...

Page 65: ...t Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Capacities Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR Power Steering Fluid 4 or MOPAR ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4 product MAINTAINING YOUR VEH...

Page 66: ...nditioning filter X X X X X X Inspect the CV joints X X X X Inspect the exhaust system X X X X X Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage w...

Page 67: ...0 117 000 130 000 143 000 156 000 169 000 Replace rear drive assembly RDA fluid X Replace power transfer unit PTU fluid X Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 104 000 miles 169 000 km X...

Page 68: ...es 52 000 km or 24 Months 40 000 Miles 65 000 km or 30 Months 48 000 Miles 78 000 km or 36 Months 56 000 Miles 91 000 km or 42 Months 64 000 Miles 104 000 km or 48 Months 72 000 Miles 117 000 km or 54...

Page 69: ...ering Cntrl Sdar Hands Free Phone 7 30 Amp Green IOD Sense1 8 30 Amp Green IOD Sense2 9 40 Amp Green Power Seats 10 20 Amp Yellow CCN Power Locks Interior Lighting 11 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Outlet 12 20...

Page 70: ...uipped 32 30 Amp Pink ENG ASD Control Feed 1 33 10 Amp Red ABS MOD J1962 Conn PCM 34 30 Amp Pink ABS Valve Feed 35 40 Amp Green ABS Pump Feed 36 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Washer Control Smart Glass If Equi...

Page 71: ...trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dust use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner...

Page 72: ...nts and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehic...

Page 73: ...blems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercar gov...

Page 74: ...irror Covers Fuel Filler Door Chrome 18 Wheels EXTERIOR Sunroof Air Deflector Front Air Deflector Molded Splash Guards Hitch Receiver INTERIOR Premium Carpet Floor Mats Door Sill Guards Bright Pedal K...

Page 75: ...Vehicle s Sound System 24 Emergency In Case of Overheating 49 Engine Compartment 60 Oil Selection 62 Overheating 49 Event Data Recorder 58 Exterior Lights 69 Flash To Pass 17 Fluid Capacities 62 Fluid...

Page 76: ...ecreational Towing 44 Remote Starting System 8 Replacement Bulbs 69 Reporting Safety Defects 71 Restraints Child 11 Roll Over Warning 3 Seat Belts 9 Seats 13 Adjustment 13 Folding Front Passenger 14 H...

Page 77: ...urn Signals 17 Uconnect Phone 33 Uconnect Voice Command 35 Universal Garage Door Opener HomeLink 40 USB Port 31 36 Voice Command 35 Warning Roll Over 3 Washer Rear 18 Washers Windshield 18 Wheel and W...

Page 78: ...NOTES 76...

Page 79: ...s far below the legal minimum If you are drinking don t drive Ride with a designated non drinking driver call a cab a friend or use public transportation Driving after drinking can lead to a collision...

Page 80: ...operational instructions maintenance procedures and important safety messages please consult your Owner s Manual Navigation Media Center Manuals and other Warning Labels in your vehicle Not all featur...

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