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Summary of Contents for Liberty 2011

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

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

Page 3: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 489 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 505 10 INDEX 515 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 䡵 Rollover Warning 4 䡵 How To Use This Manual 5 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 7 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 7 䡵 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 1 ...

Page 6: ... information it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc ing and remain with the vehicle when sold When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained tech nicians and genuine MOPAR威 parts and cares about your satisfaction ROLLOVER WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Thi...

Page 7: ...r 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 Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle s equipment The deta...

Page 8: ...6 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 9: ...nings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel The VIN is visible from outside of the vehicle through the wind shield This number also is stamped into the right front door sill under the molding and appears on the Auto mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle the vehicle...

Page 10: ...DIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death 8 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 11: ... Customer Key Programming 16 General Information 17 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm If Equipped 18 Rearming Of The System 18 To Arm The System 18 To Disarm The System 19 䡵 Illuminated Entry 19 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 21 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 22 To Unlatch The Liftgate Flip Up Window 24 Remote Open Window Feature If Equipped 24 2 ...

Page 12: ...ction Door Lock System Rear Doors 33 䡵 Windows 34 Power Windows 34 Wind Buffeting 38 䡵 Liftgate 38 Liftgate Flipper Glass 39 䡵 Occupant Restraints 40 Lap Shoulder Belts 44 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure 50 Seat Belt Pretensioner 50 Seat Belt Lock Out 50 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions 51 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped 51 Supplemental Active Head Restraints AHR 5...

Page 13: ...nt System SRS Airbags 59 Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls 64 Event Data Recorder EDR 76 Child Restraints 77 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 86 䡵 Safety Tips 87 Transporting Passengers 87 Exhaust Gas 88 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 89 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 91 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ...

Page 14: ...n be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission Place the shift lever in PARK Turn the key to the ACC position and then push the key and cylinder inward slightly and rotate the key to the LOCK position Then remove the key Vehicle Key 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING...

Page 15: ...VIC features such as the power window switches radio power sunroof or Sky Slider威 if equipped and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time for this feature is programmable Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Featur...

Page 16: ...cle unattended Key In Ignition Reminder If you open the driver s door and the key is in the ignition a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key NOTE The Key In Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position SENTRY KEY姞 The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System prevents unauthor ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be...

Page 17: ...the bulb check it indicates that someone used an invalid key to try to start the engine Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle operation vehicle running for longer than 10 sec onds it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics Should this occur have the vehicle serviced as soon as po...

Page 18: ...the customer key programming procedure This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics A blank key is one that has never been programmed NOTE When having the Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer Customer Key Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keys威 you can program new Sentry Keys威 to the system by perfor...

Page 19: ...KE transmitter will also be pro grammed during this procedure Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys If you do not have a programmed Sentry Key威 contact your authorized dealer for details NOTE If a programmed key is lost see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the system s memory This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle The remaining keys must ...

Page 20: ...een activated in order to deactivate it Rearming Of The System If something triggers the Vehicle Security Alarm and no action is taken to disarm it the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the horn after three minutes turn off all of the visual signals after 15 minutes and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself To Arm The System 1 Remove the key from the ignition switch and exit the veh...

Page 21: ...erior power door lock switches will not unlock the doors The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle however you can create conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm If the previously described arming sequence has occurred the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are inside or outside the vehicle If you remain inside the vehicle...

Page 22: ...ights if the dimmer control is in the extreme downward position REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate open the liftgate flip up window or activate the PANIC alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft 20 m using a hand held Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system...

Page 23: ...tomer Programmable Features in Understand ing Your Instrument Panel for further information For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following steps 1 Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed i e functional RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds but no longer than 10 seconds Then press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button 2 Release both buttons at the sam...

Page 24: ...nowledge the lock signal Sound Horn With Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter This feature can be turned on or turned off To change the current setting proceed as follows For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Fe...

Page 25: ...nic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understand ing Your Instrument Panel for further information For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following steps 1 Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed i e functional RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds but no longer than 10 seconds Then press and hold the LOCK button while still ...

Page 26: ...C 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 To turn the PANIC Alarm feature ON or OFF press and hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one second and release When the PANIC Alarm is on the headlights and turn signal lights will flash the horn wil...

Page 27: ...ment The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 NOTE Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board 1 Remove the screw from the RKE transmitter case if equipped 2 With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down use a flat blade tool to pry the two halves of t...

Page 28: ...E Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 Weak battery in RKE transmitter The expected life of the battery is from one to two years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower ...

Page 29: ...Mon oxide CO which is odorless and colorless Car bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled Keep Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters away from children Operation of the Remote Start System windows door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice with...

Page 30: ... shut downs 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 the 15 minute cycle press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm if equipped Then insert the key into the ignition swit...

Page 31: ... leave the vehicle When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock and lock your vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries or death Never leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Don t leave the key in the igniti...

Page 32: ...the key or closing the door will allow the locks to operate A chime will sound if the key is in the ignition switch and a door is open as a reminder to remove the key Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if all of the following conditions are met 1 The Automatic Door Locks feature is enabled 2 The transmission is in gear 3 All doors are closed 4 ...

Page 33: ... and place the key in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON RUN and then back to LOCK four times ending up in the LOCK position 3 Press the power door LOCK switch to lock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming 5 Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting NOTE Use the Automatic Door Locks feature in accor ...

Page 34: ... ing Your Instrument Panel for further information For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following procedure 1 Close all doors and place the key in the ignition 2 Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON RUN and then back to LOCK four times ending up in the LOCK position 3 Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors 4 A single chime will indicate the completion of the...

Page 35: ...r clockwise to engage the Child Protection lock and clock wise to disengage the Child Protection locks When the system on a door is engaged that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle even if the inside door lock is in the unlocked position NOTE When the child lock system is engaged the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is i...

Page 36: ...ob up unlocked position roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle WARNING Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child Protection locks are engaged WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver s door trim panel control all the door windows There are single window controls on ea...

Page 37: ...d release it when you want the window to stop To stop the window from going all the way down during the Auto Down operation pull up on the switch briefly For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC the power window switches will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either front door will cancel this feature ...

Page 38: ... vehicles equipped with the EVIC the power window switches will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time is programmable Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information NOTE...

Page 39: ...ompletely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open Window Lockout Button The window lockout button on the driver s door trim panel allows you to disable the window control on the other doors To disable the window control on the other doors press and release the window LOCKOUT button setting it in the down position To enable the window contro...

Page 40: ... front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof or Sky Slider open adjust the sunroof or Sky Slider opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window LIFTGATE To open the liftgate pull up squeeze on the handle and lift NOTE Use the power door LOCK switch on either front door trim panel or the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter to lock and un...

Page 41: ...per Glass The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked To open the flipper glass push up on the window switch located on the liftgate NOTE To prevent accidental damage the Liftgate Flip per Glass will not open if the liftgate is ajar Make sure the liftgate is fully closed when attempting to open the Flipper Glass Liftgate Flipper Glass Release 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE S...

Page 42: ...ese fumes Keep the flipper glass closed when you are operating the vehicle OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems Three point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions Advanced Front Airbags for driver and front passen ger Supplemental Active Head Restraints AHR located on top of the front seats integrated into the head restr...

Page 43: ...system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible If you will be carrying children too small for adult sized seat belts the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems For more information on LATCH see Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH NOTE The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage ...

Page 44: ...er belt behind them or under their arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old not in a rear facing child seat must ride in the front passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint Refer to Child Restraints You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should always wear their lap a...

Page 45: ...steering wheel or instrument panel Continued WARNING Continued Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain SABIC also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat In an accident you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be...

Page 46: ...ever in an accident the belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out WARNING It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In an accident people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sur...

Page 47: ...shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is located on the B Pillar along the outboard side and rear of the seat cushion The rear seat belt latch plates are located on the C Pillar for the outboard rear seating positions and ...

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

Page 49: ...n the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up a bit on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in an accident WARNING A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in an accident The belt forces won t be at the st...

Page 50: ...late down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in an accident and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays or loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged bent ret...

Page 51: ... anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pressing the release button To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position As a guide if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position and if you are taller than a...

Page 52: ...d buckle pretensioning devices These devices are designed to remove any slack from the seat belt systems in the event of a collision These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight around the occupant early in a collision Pretension ers work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper se...

Page 53: ... occupants mid section so as to not activate the ALR If the ALR is activated you will hear a ratcheting sound as the belt retracts Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort ably wrap around the occupants mid section Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR...

Page 54: ...NG 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 Supplemental Active Head Restraints AHR These head restraints...

Page 55: ...occupant s head and the AHR This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts NOTE The Active Head Restraints AHR may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact However if during a front impact a secondary rear impact occurs the AHR may deploy based on the sever ity and type of the impact Active...

Page 56: ...erstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Resetting Active Head Restraints AHR If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in an accident you must reset the head restraint on the driver s and front passenger seat You can recognize when the Active Head Restraint has been triggered by the fact that they have moved forward as shown in step three of the resetting procedure 1 Grasp the deployed AHR from ...

Page 57: ...ward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism 1 Downward Movement 2 Rearward Movement 3 Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mecha nism 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 ...

Page 58: ...tbelts This feature is active whenever the ignition is on If the driver or front seat passenger is unbelted the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both front seatbelts are fastened BeltAlert威 triggers within 60 seconds of vehicle speed over 5 mph 8 km h The reminder sequence lasts for 96 seconds or until the respective seatbelts are fas tened After the sequence completes the...

Page 59: ... ignition switch being turned to the ON RUN or START position Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deactivating BeltAlert威 1 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and buckle the driver s seat belt 2 Turn the ignition key to the ON RUN position do not start the engine and wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off 3 Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle unbuckle and then re buckl...

Page 60: ...ssembly could increase the risk of injury in accidents Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap 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 Th...

Page 61: ...driver s Advanced Front Air bag is mounted in the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Airbag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers NOTE These airbags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Advanced Airbags The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design This allows the airbag to have di...

Page 62: ... may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Airbags This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains SABIC that run the entire length of the headliner to protect the driver and passengers in the first and second row sitting next to a window NOTE Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during airbag deployment After any accident th...

Page 63: ... Buckle Switch and Seat Track Position Sensors Supplemental Active Head Restraint for Driver and Front Passenger Occupant Classification System OCS Occupant Classification Module OCM Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light Weight Sensors Advanced Front Airbag Features The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driver and front passenger airbags This system provides output appropriate to ...

Page 64: ... adult WARNING No objects should be placed over or near the airbag on the instrument panel because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the airbag to inflate Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to manually open them You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags may no longer be functional These...

Page 65: ...tion to that provided by the body structure Each airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The SABIC airbags deploy downward covering both windows on the impact side NOTE Should a vehicle rollover occur the pretensioners and or SABIC airbags on both sides of the vehicle may deploy Airbag covers ma...

Page 66: ... vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason Knee Impact Bolsters The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger and position front occu pants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front Airbag Along with seat belts and pretensioners Advanced Front Airbags work with the knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver...

Page 67: ...anced Front Airbags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration The SABIC will not deploy in all side collisions SABIC deployment will depend on the severity and type of collision Because airbag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an airbag shoul...

Page 68: ...the airbag system The diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction WARNING Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru ment panel could mean you won t have the airbags to protect you in a collision If the light does not come on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on stays on after you start the vehicle or if it comes on as you drive have an authorized dealer service the...

Page 69: ...easure applied weight and transfers that information to the OCM Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light The PAD Indicator Light an amber light located in the center of the instrument panel tells the driver and front passenger when the passenger Advanced Front Airbag is turned off The PAD Indicator light illuminates the words PASS AIR BAG OFF to show that the passenger Advanced Front Airbag wi...

Page 70: ...m children 12 years and younger should always ride buckled up in a rear seat in an appropriate child restraint refer to Child Re straints WARNING Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an airbag A deploying passenger Advanced Front Air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child in a rear facing infant seat Passenger Airbag Disable PAD System Front Passenger Indicator Light Airbag ...

Page 71: ...eat attachment bolts are loosened or tightened in any way take the vehicle to an authorized dealer If there is a fault present in the airbag system the Airbag Warning Light a red light located in the center of the instrument cluster directly in front of the driver will be turned on This indicates that you should have an autho rized dealer service the system immediately The Airbag Warning Light is ...

Page 72: ... restrain the driver and front passenger The Advanced Front Airbag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of the airbag In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle Along with seat belts and pretensioners Advanced Front Airbags work with the knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Side airbags also work with seat belts...

Page 73: ...ccupants that are calibrated to deploy the side airbags during impacts that require airbag occupant protection WARNING If your vehicle is equipped with left and right Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains SABIC do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC The area where the SABIC is located should remain free from any obstructions The front passenger...

Page 74: ...straint System SRS component or SRS related component or fas tener be modified or replaced with any part except those which are approved by Chrysler Group LLC Mopar威 WARNING Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the front passenger seat assembly its related compo nents or seat cover may inadvertently change the airbag deployment in case of a frontal crash This could result in death or ...

Page 75: ...or side airbags will not deploy in all collisions This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags any or all of the following may occur The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra sions and or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or ...

Page 76: ...u WARNING Deployed airbags cannot protect you in another col lision Have the airbags and seat belt retractor as sembly replaced by an authorized dealer immedi ately Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you Do not modify the components or wiring ...

Page 77: ...the airbag system yourself Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision The Airbag Warning Light monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with airbag system electrical components While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance...

Page 78: ...le dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened How far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling These data...

Page 79: ... a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front WARNING In a collision 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 can become so great that you could not hold the child no matter how strong you are The child and o...

Page 80: ...ild restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system Refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH WARNING Rearward facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger airbag unless the airbag is turned off An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position Old...

Page 81: ...at when their back is against the seat back should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat Make sure that the child is upright in the seat The lap portion of the seat belt should be low on the hips and as snug as possible Check belt fit periodically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center...

Page 82: ...n 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 Group 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 weight and height Check the label on the restraint fo...

Page 83: ...those anchorages will continue to have features for installation using the vehicle s seat belts Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages have been available for some time For some older child restraints many child restraint manufacturers offer add on tether strap kits or retrofit kits You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachment...

Page 84: ...instructions Installing The LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here Again carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided with the child restraint system The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars located at...

Page 85: ...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 be hind the seat where you are placing the child restraint and attach the tether strap to the anchorage being careful to ...

Page 86: ...ighten the belt However any seat belt system may loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary If the seat belt has an automatic locking retractor pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough slack to allow you to pass the belt through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle Then pull the belt until it is all extracted from the retra...

Page 87: ...u still can t make the child restraint secure try a different seating position To attach a child restraint tether strap Route the tether strap over the seatback and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat For the outboard seating positions route the tether underneath the headrest and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat Tether Strap Moun...

Page 88: ...etrain transmission and axle 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 ...

Page 89: ...nside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death Continued WARNING Continued It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri ously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts...

Page 90: ...l windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is d...

Page 91: ...ition switch is first turned ON If the light is not lit during starting see your authorized dealer If the light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an autho rized dealer Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield See your authorized dealer fo...

Page 92: ...s will reduce the size of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals Continued WARNING Continued Check mounting of mats on a regular basis Al ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing...

Page 93: ...ghts Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid o...

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Page 95: ...100 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 101 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 102 Sun Visor Slide On Rod Feature If Equipped 102 䡵 Uconnect Phone If Equipped 102 Operation 104 Phone Call Features 113 Uconnect Phone Features 115 Advanced Phone Connectivity 120 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone 122 General Information 133 䡵 Voice Command If Equipped 133 3 ...

Page 96: ...Folding Rear Seat With Fold Flat Feature 149 䡵 Driver Memory Seat If Equipped 151 Programming The Memory Feature 152 Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory 153 Memory Position Recall 154 Easy Entry Exit Seat Available With Memory Seat Only 154 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 156 䡵 Lights 157 Multifunction Lever 157 Headlights And Parking Lights 158 Automatic Headlights I...

Page 97: ...e 163 䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers 164 Windshield Wiper Operation 164 Intermittent Wiper System 166 Windshield Washers 166 Mist Feature 167 Rain Sensing Wipers If Equipped 167 Headlights With Wipers Available With Automatic Headlights Only 169 䡵 Tilt Steering Column 170 䡵 Electronic Speed Control If Equipped 170 To Activate 171 To Set A Desired Speed 172 To Deactivate 172 To Resume Speed 172 To...

Page 98: ...sage Precautions 180 䡵 Garage Door Opener If Equipped 183 Programming HomeLink威 184 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 187 Using HomeLink威 187 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 Button 187 Security 188 Troubleshooting Tips 188 General Information 189 䡵 Power Sunroof If Equipped 189 Opening Sunroof Express 190 Opening Sunroof Manual Mode 190 Closing Sunroof Express 190 Closing Sunroof Manual Mode 191...

Page 99: ...The Sky Slider 196 Anti Pinch Protect Feature 197 Wind Buffeting 197 Sky Slider Maintenance 197 䡵 Electrical Power Outlet 198 䡵 Cupholders 200 䡵 Storage 201 Glove Box Storage Compartment 201 Front Storage Compartment 202 Console Storage Compartment 202 䡵 Cargo Area Features 203 Cargo Load Floor 203 䡵 Rear Window Features 209 Rear Window Wiper Washer 209 Rear Window Defroster 209 䡵 Roof Luggage Rac...

Page 100: ...or to center on the view through the rear window Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward the rear of vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the windshield Adjusting Rearview Mirror 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 101: ...AUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirror s to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror NOTE The passenger side convex outside mirror ...

Page 102: ...ror 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 Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver s door trim panel Power Mirror Switch 1 Mirror Direction Control 2 Left and Right Mirror Select 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 103: ... on the instrument panel to return the power mirrors to pre programmed positions Refer to Driver Memory Seat in Under standing the Features of Your Vehicle for further information Models without Express Window Feature Press the mirror select button marked L left or R right and then press one of the four arrow buttons to move the mirror in the direction the arrow is pointing Heated Mirrors If Equip...

Page 104: ...un 1 Fold down the sun visor 2 Unclip the visor from the center clip 3 Pull the sun visor toward the inside rearview mirror to extend it Uconnect Phone IF EQUIPPED Uconnect Phone is a voice activated hands free in vehicle communications system Uconnect Phone al lows you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone using simple voice commands e g Call ѧ Mike ѧ Work or Dial ѧ 248 555 1212 Your mobi...

Page 105: ...nology the global standard that enables different electronic devices to con nect to each other without wires or a docking station so Uconnect Phone works no matter where you stow your mobile phone be it your purse pocket or briefcase as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle s Uconnect Phone The Uconnect Phone allows up to seven mobile phones to be linked to the system ...

Page 106: ...er or the phone manufacturer for details The Uconnect Phone is fully integrated with the vehi cle s audio system The volume of the Uconnect Phone can be adjusted either from the radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control right switch if so equipped The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the Uconnect Phone such as CELL or caller ID on certain radios Operation...

Page 107: ...ting a few feet meters away from you Voice Command Tree Refer to Voice Tree in this section Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt or if you want to know your options at any prompt say Help following the beep The Uconnect Phone will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help To activate the Uconnect Phone from idle simply press the button and follow the audible prompts for d...

Page 108: ...ll be prompted to give the Uconnect Phone a name for your mobile phone Each mobile phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a priority level between one and seven with one being the highest priority You can pair up to seven mobile phones to your Uconnect Phone However at any given time only one mobile phone can be in use connected to...

Page 109: ... want to call After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the person you want to call For example you can say John Doe where John Doe is a previ ously stored name entry in the Uconnect phonebook or downloaded phonebook To learn how to store a name in the phonebook refer to Add Names to Your Uconnect Phonebook in the phonebook The Uconnect system will confirm the name and then dia...

Page 110: ...nect Phone will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations Each language has a separate 32 name phonebook accessible only in that language In addition if equipped and supported by your phone Uconnect Phone automati cally downloads your mobile phone s phonebook Phonebook Download Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mob...

Page 111: ...phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone book This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or deleted on the Uconnect Phone These can only be edited on the mobile phone The changes are trans ferred and updated to Uconnect Phone on the next phone connection Phonebook Download Single Entry If equipped and supported by your phone Uconnect Phone also allows the user to download entries one at a time fr...

Page 112: ...how to drop the Bluetooth威 connection If the phonebook entry is longer than 24 characters it will only use the first 24 characters Edit Uconnect Phonebook Entries NOTE Editing names in the phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook...

Page 113: ...and the following beep say Phonebook Delete After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say List Names to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose To select one of the entries from the list press the button while the Uco...

Page 114: ... or edited List All Names In The Uconnect Phonebook Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook List Names The Uconnect Phone will play the names of all the phonebook entries including the downloaded phone book entries if available To call one of the names in the list press the button during the playing of the desired name and say Call NOTE The user can al...

Page 115: ...cating that the incoming call was rejected Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call Call Currently In Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another incoming call you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your mobile phone Press the button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call NOTE The Uconnect Phone compatible phone...

Page 116: ...u hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call Three Way Calling To initiate three way calling press the button while a call is in progress and make a second phone call as described under Making a Second Call While Current Call is in Progress After the second call has established press and hold the button until you hear a double beep indicating that th...

Page 117: ... condition dictates cessation of the call on the Uconnect Phone and transfer of the call to the mobile phone After the ignition key is switched to OFF a call can continue on the Uconnect Phone for a certain dura tion after which the call is automatically transferred from the Uconnect Phone to the mobile phone An active call is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after the ignition key is...

Page 118: ...ws Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Emergency and the Uconnect Phone will instruct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency num ber This feature is supported in the U S Canada and Mexico NOTE The emergency number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased 911 for the U S and Canada and 060 for Mexico The number dialed may not be ap...

Page 119: ...12 3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico Please refer to the 24 Hour Towing Assis tance coverage details on the DVD in the Warranty Information Booklet and the 24 Hour Towing Assis tance references If supported this number may be programmable on some systems To do this press the button and say Setup followed by Towing Assistance Paging To learn how to page refer to Working with Automated Systems ...

Page 120: ... 4 6 you can press the button and say 3 7 4 6 Send Saying a number or sequence of numbers followed by Send is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu structure and to leave a number on a pager You can also send stored Uconnect phonebook entries as tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager entries To use this feature dial the number you wish to ...

Page 121: ...ff Phone And Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and or on a premium display such as the instrument panel cluster and supported by your mobile phone the Uconnect Phone will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network status when you are attempting to make a phone call using Uconnect Phone The status is given for network signal strength phone battery strength etc Di...

Page 122: ... button Following the beep say Mute off Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone The Uconnect Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone without terminating the call To transfer an ongoing call from your Uconnect Phone paired mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone or vice versa press the button and say Transfer Call Connect Or D...

Page 123: ...er phone paired with the Uconnect Phone Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Select Phone and follow the prompts You can also press the 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 Phone will ...

Page 124: ...ce dures From outside the Uconnect Phone mode e g from radio mode Press and hold the button for five seconds until the session begins or Press the button and say the Voice Training System Training or Start Voice Training command You can either press the Uconnect Phone button to restore the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect Phone For best results the Voic...

Page 125: ... few feet meters away from you Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a Voice Command period Performance is maximized under low to medium blower setting low to medium vehicle speed low road noise smooth road surface fully closed windows dry weather condition Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English French and Spanish ac cents the system may n...

Page 126: ...er combinations may not be supported In a convertible vehicle system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down Far End Audio Performance Audio quality is maximized under low to medium blower setting low to medium vehicle speed low road noise smooth road surface fully closed windows dry weather conditions and operation from the driver s seat Performance such as audio clarity echo...

Page 127: ...er the Ready prompt and the following beep say SMS Read or Read Messages Uconnect Phone will play the new text message for you After reading a message you can Reply or Forward the message using Uconnect Phone Send Messages You can send messages using Uconnect Phone To send a new message Press the button After the Ready prompt and the following beep say SMS Send or Send Messages You can either say ...

Page 128: ...I love you 8 Call me 9 Call me later 10 Thanks 11 See You in 15 minutes 12 I am on my way 13 I ll be late 14 Are you there yet 15 Where are we meeting 16 Can this wait 17 Bye for now 18 When can we meet 19 Send number to call 20 Start without me 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 129: ...e it Bluetooth威 Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone When this happens the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off on Your mobile phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth威 ON mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the ON or ACC position or after a language change you must wait at least f...

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Page 133: ...ve six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all Voice Commands Primary Alternate s call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 ...

Page 134: ...ring pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate s return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call Uconnect Tutorial try again voice training work yes 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 135: ...e Command system allows you to control your AM FM radio satellite radio disc player and a memo recorder NOTE Take care to speak into the Voice Interface System as calmly and normally as possible The ability of the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in sa...

Page 136: ...commands are universal and can be used from any menu All other commands can be used depending upon the active application When using this system you should speak clearly and at a normal speaking volume The system will best recognize your speech if the win dows are closed and the heater air conditioning fan is set to low At any point if the system does not recognize one of your commands you will be...

Page 137: ...dio 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 mode you may say the following commands Frequency to change the frequency Next Station to select the next station Previous Station to select the pre...

Page 138: ... Previous Channel to select the previous channel List Channel to hear a list of available channels Select Name to say the name of a channel Menu Radio to switch to the radio menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu Disc To switch to the disc mode say Disc In this mode you may say the following commands Track to change the track Next Track to play the next track Previous Track to play the previous...

Page 139: ...mmand button to stop playing memos You proceed by saying one of the following commands Repeat to repeat a memo Next to play the next memo Previous to play the previous memo Delete to delete a memo Delete All to delete all memos Setup To switch to system setup you may say on of the following Change to setup Switch to system setup Change to setup Main menu setup or Switch to setup In this mode you m...

Page 140: ...ng session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only SEATS Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle WARNING It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people ridi...

Page 141: ...esired position Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down Pull upward or push downward on the seat switch the seat will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when you have reached the desired position Tilting The Seat Up Or Down The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four directions Pull upward or push downward on the front or rear ...

Page 142: ...ng against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt which could result in serious injury or death CAUTION Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path Heated Seats If Equipped On some models the front driver and pas...

Page 143: ...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 When a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within two to five minutes WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication a...

Page 144: ... be adjusted forward or rearward by using a bar by the front of the seat cushion near the floor While sitting in the seat lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward Release the bar once you have reached the desired position Then using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched Manual Seat Adjustment 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATUR...

Page 145: ...cline To recline the seatback lean forward slightly and lift the lever Then lean back to the position desired and release the lever To return the seatback to its normal upright position lean forward and lift the lever Release the lever once the seatback is in the upright position WARNING Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a c...

Page 146: ...mount of lumbar support Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat If Equipped This feature allows the front passenger seatback to fold flat for extended cargo space Some fold flat seats also have a hardback surface that you can use as a work surface when the seat is folded flat Pull up on the lever to fold down the seatback Lumbar Support Lever Fold Flat Passenger Seat 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR ...

Page 147: ...straints Front Seats Active Head Restraints are passive deployable compo nents and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily identified by any markings only through visual inspec tion of the head restraint The head restraint will be split in two halves with the front half being soft foam and trim the back half being decorative plastic When AHRs deploy during a rear impact the front half of th...

Page 148: ... restraint For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and backward To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head Adjustment Button Active Head Restraint Normal Position 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 149: ...s Resetting Active Head Restraints AHR in Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint such as coats seat covers or portable DVD players These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death Continued Active Head Res...

Page 150: ...ctive Head Restraint is deployed Rear Head Restraints The two outboard seat are equipped with adjustable head restraints To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint To lower the head restraint press the adjustment button located on the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint NOTE The head restraints should only be removed by quali fied technicians for s...

Page 151: ...ear seating room NOTE Prior to folding the rear seat it may be necessary to position the front seat to its mid track position Also be sure that the front seats are fully upright and posi tioned forward This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely...

Page 152: ...eturning the seat to its proper position 1 If locked in the folded position pull the release strap toward the front of the vehicle 2 Raise the seatback and lock it into place WARNING Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and or passengers An improperly latched...

Page 153: ...D This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles for easy recall through a memory switch Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat and side mirrors and a set of desired radio station presets The memory switch is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column The switch contains a S SET button to activate the memory s...

Page 154: ... e seat side mirror and radio station presets 3 Press and release the SET button on the memory switch then press the side of the rocker switch labeled 1 within five seconds The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC if equipped will display which memory position is being set If desired a second memory profile can be stored into memory as follows 1 Turn the ignition ON 2 Adjust all memory profi...

Page 155: ...ion Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory Your Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters can be programmed to recall one of two pre programmed memory profiles with a press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter To program your RKE transmitters perform the follow...

Page 156: ...km h a message will display in the EVIC if equipped To recall the memory settings for driver one press MEMORY button number 1 or the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to memory position 1 To recall the memory setting for driver two press MEMORY button number 2 or the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to memory position 2 A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the MEMORY b...

Page 157: ...tion is between 0 9 in and 2 7 in 23 mm and 68 mm forward of the rear stop The seat will return to its previously set position when you insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it out of the LOCK position The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is disabled when the driver s seat position is less than 0 9 in 23 mm forward of the rear stop At this position there is no benefit to the driver by movin...

Page 158: ...ocate the safety latch lever between the grille and hood opening left of center when facing hood Push the safety latch lever to the right and then raise the hood Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole on the underside of the hood Hood Release Underhood Safety Latch 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 159: ...fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever on the left side of the steering column controls the operation of the headlights parking lights turn signal lights instrument panel light...

Page 160: ...off according to ambient light levels To turn the system on turn the end of the multifunction lever to the AUTO position third detent When the system is on the Headlight Time Delay feature is also on This means the headlights will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position To turn the Automatic System off turn the end of the multifunction lever out of the ...

Page 161: ...ere turned on by this feature The Headlights with Wipers feature can be turned on or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC if equipped Refer to Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC Customer Programmable Fea tures in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Headlight Time Delay If Equipped This feature is particularly useful when exiting your vehicle i...

Page 162: ...cle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further information Daytime Running Lights If Equipped The high beam headlights will turn on as Daytime Running Lights DRL and operate at lower intensity whenever the ignition is ON the engine is running the headlight switch is off the parking brake is released and the shift lever is in any posit...

Page 163: ...ng high beam headlights will turn off the front fog lights Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights NOTE If either light remains on and does not flash or there is a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside Front Fog Light Control Turn Signal Control 3 ...

Page 164: ...ed NOTE If the multifunction lever is held in the flash to pass position for more than 15 seconds the high beams will shut off If this occurs wait 30 seconds before activating the flash to pass function again Instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a...

Page 165: ...nd detent Cargo Light The cargo light is mounted in the headliner above the rear cargo area This light will turn on when you open the liftgate or any door or if you press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter or rotate the dimmer control on the multifunction lever completely upward to the second detent Battery Saver Feature To protect the battery the interior lights will turn off automatically ...

Page 166: ...window wiper washer refer to Rear Window Features in Under standing the Features of Your Vehicle Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the intermittent settings for low speed wiper operation Rotate the end of the lever upward to the third detent past the intermittent settings for high speed wiper operation Wiper Washer Lever Front Wiper Control 164...

Page 167: ...han off In cold weather always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the Park position before turning off the engine If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted Continued CAUTION Continued Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to th...

Page 168: ...le every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles at vehicle speeds greater than 10 mph 16 km h NOTE The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph 16 km h delay times will be doubled Windshield Washers To use the washer pull the windshield wiper washer control lever toward you and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired for a m...

Page 169: ...n the windshield wiper washer con trol lever to activate a single wipe cycle to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle The wipers will continue to operate until you release the lever Rain Sensing Wipers If Equipped This feature senses moisture on the windshield and auto matically activates the wipers for the driver This feature is especially useful for road splash or ove...

Page 170: ...or silicone may reduce rain sensor performance The rain sensing feature can be turned on and off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC if equipped Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understand ing Your Instrument Panel for further information The rain sensing system has protective features for the wiper blades an...

Page 171: ...ng Your Vehicle for further information Headlights with Wipers Available with Automatic Headlights Only When this feature is active the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering column is placed in the AUTO position In addition the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were t...

Page 172: ... upward until it is fully engaged WARNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve hicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQ...

Page 173: ...red vehicle set speed To Activate Push the ON OFF button The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate To turn the system off push the ON OFF button a second time The Cruise Indicator Light will turn off The system should be turned off when not in use WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or ...

Page 174: ...et speed memory Pressing the ON OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set speed memory To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed push the RES button and release Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph 32 km h To Vary The Speed Setting When the Electronic Speed Control is set you can in crease speed by pushing the RES button If the button is continually pressed the se...

Page 175: ...vehicle will return to the set speed Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed NOTE The Electronic Speed Control system maintains speed up and down hills A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control WARN...

Page 176: ...e system will become active again if the vehicle speed is decreased to speeds less than approximately 10 mph 16 km h ParkSense姞 Sensors The four ParkSense威 sensors located in the rear fascia bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors field of view The sensors can detect obstacles from approximately 12 in 30 cm up to 79 in 200 cm from the rear fascia bumper in the horizon...

Page 177: ... and audible warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia bumper and the detected obstacle ParkSense姞 Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE the warning display will turn ON indicating the system status Rear Park Assist Display Rear Park Assist ON 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 ...

Page 178: ...arcs and will produce a one half second tone As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow to fast to continuous Rear Park Assist Disabled Slow Tone 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 179: ...Fast Tone Continuous Tone 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 ...

Page 180: ... 25 in 100 65 cm 25 12 in 65 30 cm Less than 12 in 30 cm Audible Alert Chime None Single 1 2 Second Tone Slow Fast Continuous Display Message Park Assist ON Warning Object Detected Warning Object Detected Warning Object Detected Warning Object Detected Arcs None 3 Solid Continuous 3 Slow Flashing 2 Slow Flashing 1 Slow Flashing Radio Mute No Yes Yes Yes Yes NOTE ParkSense威 will MUTE the radio if o...

Page 181: ...ARK ASSIST OFF message for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE The ParkSense威 switch LED will be ON when Park Sense威 is disabled or defective The ParkSense威 switch LED will be OFF when the system is enabled The ParkSense威 system uses four sensors located in the rear bumper fascia to scan for obstacles up to 79 in 200 cm away from the rear bumper fascia The warning display located above in the Ins...

Page 182: ...oths Do not scratch or poke the sensors Otherwise you could dam age the sensors ParkSense姞 System Usage Precautions NOTE Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow ice mud dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense威 system operat ing properly Jackhammers large trucks and other vibrations could affect the performance of ParkSense威 When you turn ParkSense威 off the instrument cluster will display PARK AS...

Page 183: ...cle Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor problem causing the SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM message to be displayed in the instrument cluster CAUTION ParkSense威 is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle including small ob stacles Parking curbs might be temporarily de tected or not detected at all Obstacles located above or below ...

Page 184: ...re using the ParkSense威 Rear Park Assist System it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is not used for towing Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the rear fascia when the warning display turns on the single flashing a...

Page 185: ...rized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink威 unit operates off your vehicle s battery The HomeLink威 buttons that are located in the headliner or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink威 channels NOTE HomeLink威 is disabled when the Vehicle Secu rity Alarm is active HomeLink威 Buttons 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 ...

Page 186: ...as Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death Programming HomeLink姞 Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink威 buttons erase all channels before you begin training To do this press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes It is recommended that a new battery be placed i...

Page 187: ...3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Programming section After training a HomeLink威 channel if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink威 and the ga rage door opener was manufactured after 1995 the garage door opener may have a rolling code If so proceed to the heading Programming A Rolling Code System Press and hold the just trained HomeLink威 button and observe the indicator...

Page 188: ...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 189: ... you press and release cycle your handheld trans mitter every two seconds until HomeLink威 has success fully accepted the frequency signal The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained If you unplugged the device for training plug it back in at this time Then proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink威 earlier in this section Using HomeLink姞 To operate press and rele...

Page 190: ...sed Individual channels cannot be erased The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威 here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original transmitter Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener to complete the training for a Rolling Code Did you unplug t...

Page 191: ...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 number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifica tions were met POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is loc...

Page 192: ... the switch rearward and release it within one half second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position The sunroof will open fully and stop automati cally This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof Opening Sunroof Manual Mode To open the sunroof press and hold the switch rearward to full open Any release of the s...

Page 193: ...of in the opposite direction press the switch forward and hold This allows the sunroof to move towards the closed position NOTE Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed Venting Sunroof Express Press and release the Vent button within one half sec ond and the sunroof will open to the vent position This is called Express Vent and it will occur regardless of sunroof position During Ex...

Page 194: ...econds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either front door will cancel this feature For vehicles equipped with the EVIC the power sunroof switch will remain active for up to approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position Opening either front door will cancel this feature The time is programmable Refer to Electronic Vehicle Informat...

Page 195: ...pening the Sky Slider when damp wet or dirty can cause stains mildew and damage to the soft top material and the inside of your vehicle Make sure the Sky Slider is dry before opening Continued CAUTION Continued Always close the Sky Slider when leaving your vehicle damage to the vehicle interior can occur Do not leave the Sky Slider open for several weeks at a time Close it occasionally to prevent ...

Page 196: ...he roof area while operating the Sky Slider Continued WARNING Continued If potential danger exists while opening or closing the Sky Slider in Automatic Mode press and release the switch immediately to interrupt the operation If potential danger exists while opening or closing the Sky Slider in Operator Mode release the switch immediately to interrupt the operation Do not allow small children to op...

Page 197: ...he rear of the vehicle Press the switch forward and release it within one half second and the Sky Slider will open from the rear and move automatically toward the front of the vehicle NOTE During operation any movement of the Sky Slider switch will stop the Sky Slider roof To resume the operation from a partially open posi tion press and release the switch a second time The Sky Slider will not ope...

Page 198: ...itch forward and hold it the Sky Slider will move forward Release the switch to stop the Sky Slider travel at any point If the Sky Slider is open from the rear press the switch rearward and hold it and the Sky Slider will move rearward Release the switch to stop the Sky Slider travel at any point Manual Override The Sky Slider drive motors are mounted to the roof above the cargo lamp In the event ...

Page 199: ...before closing 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 Sky Slider in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open then open the front and rear wind...

Page 200: ...OTE To ensure proper operation a MOPAR威 knob and element must be used CAUTION Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts If the 160 Watt 13 Amp power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse ...

Page 201: ...may cause an electric shock and failure CAUTION Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting Continued Power Outlet Fuse Location M7 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrum...

Page 202: ...he vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle s battery Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or acces sory bracket from the plug CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the center console Front ...

Page 203: ...RAGE Glove Box Storage Compartment The glove box storage compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel Pull outward on the latch to open the storage compartment Rear Cupholders Glove Box Storage Compartment 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 ...

Page 204: ... located on the left side of the instrument panel can hold cell phones PDAs and other small items Console Storage Compartment To open press the latch and lift the cover Front Storage Compartment Center Console 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 205: ...c lined tray The cover can be installed with either side facing up for added utility To provide additional storage area each rear seat can be folded flat This allows for extended cargo space and still maintains some rear seating room Refer to Seats in Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle for further information Accessing The Storage Bin NOTE The spring loaded latches that retain the storage ...

Page 206: ...g upward 5 With the cover seated in the floor pull upward on loops and twist them one quarter turn so that they are no longer parallel to the slots in the cover 6 Flip the loops down WARNING A loose storage bin cover thrown forward in a acci dent or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always latch the storage bin cover to the cargo load floor with the spring loaded latches when n...

Page 207: ...downs located on cargo area floor should be used to secure loads safely when the vehicle is moving Cargo tie down loops are located on the trim panels Cargo Tie Down Hooks Cargo Tie Down Loops 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 ...

Page 208: ... the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle han dling To avoid loss of control resulting in personal injury follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits described on the label attached to the left door or left door center pillar Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible Place as much carg...

Page 209: ...in place The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not in use You can also remove the cover from the vehicle to make more room in the cargo area To install the cover position it in the vehicle so that the flat side of the housing faces upward Then insert either the left or the right spring loaded post located on the ends of the cover housing into either of the left or the right attachmen...

Page 210: ...om of the notches and release the handle WARNING In a collision a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart ment Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting Do not store in the vehicle Positioning Retractable Cargo Area Cove...

Page 211: ...l continue to operate as long as the switch is held for a maximum of 10 seconds Upon release the wiper will cycle two times before returning to the set position If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned OFF the wiper will automatically return to the park position When the vehicle is restarted the wiper will resume function at whichever position the switch is set Rear Window Defros...

Page 212: ...lution wiping parallel to the heating elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abra sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Keep all objects a safe distance from the window ROOF LUGGAGE RACK IF EQUIPPED NOTE Roof rack and crossbars cannot be used on vehicles equipped with Skyslider威 The l...

Page 213: ... and rear of the vehicle Place a blanket or other protection between the surface of the roof and the load Continued CAUTION Continued Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack Wind forces due to natural causes or nearby truck traffic can add sudden upward loads This is especially true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the...

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Page 215: ...formation Center EVIC Displays 235 Oil Change Required 237 Trip Functions 237 Compass Display ECO Fuel Saver Mode If Equipped 239 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 242 䡵 Media Center 230 REQ AM FM Stereo Radio And 6 Disc CD DVD Changer MP3 WMA AUX Jack 246 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 247 Operation Instructions Disc Mode For CD And MP3 WMA Audio Play DVD Video 255 Notes On Play...

Page 216: ...Sales Code RES 266 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 267 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 270 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 272 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 274 䡵 Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio Sales Code RES RSC 275 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 275 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 281 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 283 List Button CD M...

Page 217: ...CD Player 292 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 293 䡵 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones 293 䡵 Climate Controls 294 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning 294 Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped 298 Operating Tips 303 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 ...

Page 218: ... PANEL FEATURES 1 Air Outlet 4 Radio 7 Power Outlet 2 Instrument Cluster 5 Glove Compartment 8 Lower Switch Bank 3 Storage Tray 6 Climate Control 9 Storage Bin if equipped 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 219: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 ...

Page 220: ...cle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illumi nates you should ...

Page 221: ...nctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly CAUTION The...

Page 222: ... will come on when the ignition is first turned to ON RUN 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 6 Malfunction Indicator Light MIL The Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that monitors engine and automatic transmission con trol systems The light will illumina...

Page 223: ... result in death or serious injury to the driver occu pants or others 7 High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that the high beam head lights are on Pull the multifunction control lever on the left side of the steering column toward you to switch to low beam 8 Front Fog Light Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on 9 Speedometer Shows the vehicle spe...

Page 224: ...our authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected NOTE The ESC Off Indicator Light and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light come on mo mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN Each time the ignition is turned to ON RUN the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds w...

Page 225: ...il is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood 14 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 RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not fu...

Page 226: ...the status of the Hill Descent Control HDC feature The lamp will be on solid when HDC is armed HDC can only be armed when the transfer case is in the 4WD LOW position and the vehicle speed is less then 30 mph 48 km h If these conditions are not met while attempt ing to use the HDC feature the HDC indicator light will flash on off 18 TOW HAUL Indicator If Equipped This light will illuminate when se...

Page 227: ...gauge to pass H the indicator will continuously flash and a continuous chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool If the light turns on while driving safely pull over and stop the vehicle If the A C system is on turn it off Also shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve hicle If the temperature reading does not return to normal turn the engine off immediately and call for servi...

Page 228: ...ship for service if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Main taining Your Vehicle Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph 24 Transmission Temperature Warning Light If Equipped This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot This may occur with severe usage such as trailer towing If this light turns on safe...

Page 229: ... with a Mid Line Cluster press and release it once again to display the outside temperature and compass heading in the screen below the speedometer Refer to Electronic Vehicle In formation Center EVIC If Equipped for details Resetting the Trip Odometer Display the trip mileage that you want to reset Trip A or Trip B Then push and hold the button approxi mately two seconds until the display resets ...

Page 230: ...e was before the repair or service It is a good idea for you to make a record of the odometer reading before the repair service so that you can be sure that it is properly reset or that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer must be reset at zero Vehicle Odometer Messages When the appropriate conditions exist the following messages will display in the odometer ECO Fuel Saver Indicator O...

Page 231: ...ill display in the odometer display area If this occurs tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer reset button to turn off the message If the problem continues the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started A loose improperly installed or damaged fuel filler cap may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL noFUSE If the vehicle diagnostic system determines t...

Page 232: ...es within 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure 28 Cruise Indicator If Equipped This indicator lights when the electronic speed control system is turned on 29 Shift Lever Indicator The Shift Lever Indicator is self contained with...

Page 233: ...m ABS Electronic Stability Control ESC system 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 lea...

Page 234: ...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 RUN posi tion NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 32 Vehicle Security Light If Equipped This light will flash rapidly ...

Page 235: ...ped for further information On vehicles equipped with a Mid Line Cluster this display shows the compass heading N S E W NE NW SE and SW and the outside temperature ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster This system conveniently allows the driver to select ...

Page 236: ...connect gps system screens if equipped Audio mode display The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel MENU Button Press and release the MENU button and the mode displayed will change between Trip Functions Uconnect gps if equipped Sys tem Status and Personal Settings EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT...

Page 237: ... the outside temperature Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays When the appropriate conditions exist the EVIC displays the following messages Turn Signal On with a continuous warning chime Left Front Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Right Front Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out with ...

Page 238: ...e is in motion Liftgate Ajar with a single chime Left Front Low Pressure with a single chime Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System in Starting And Operating Left Rear Low Pressure with a single chime Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System in Starting And Operating Right Front Low Pressure with a single chime Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System in Starting And Operating Right Rear Low Pre...

Page 239: ...tinue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position To turn off the message temporarily press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button To reset the oil change indicator system after performing the scheduled main tenance perform the following procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position Do not start the engine 2 Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times ...

Page 240: ...ntaneous 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 displayed value When the DTE value is less than 30 miles 48 km estimated driving distance the DTE display will change to a ...

Page 241: ...el Saver Mode If Equipped The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing Press and release the COMPASS button to display one of eight compass readings and the outside tempera ture NOTE The system will display the last known outside temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to be driven several minutes before the updated tempera ture is displayed Engine temperature can a...

Page 242: ...w function normally NOTE A good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings bridges underground cables railroad tracks etc Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the CAL indicator does not appear in the EVIC display you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually as follows 1 Start the engine Leave th...

Page 243: ...t for the zone where the vehicle is driven per the zone map Once properly set the compass will automatically compensate for the differences and provide the most accurate compass head ing NOTE Magnetic materials should be kept away from the top of the right rear quarter window This is where the compass sensor is located 1 Turn the ignition switch ON 2 Press the MENU button until the Personal Settin...

Page 244: ...oices Language When in this display you may select one of five lan guages for all display nomenclature including the trip functions and the navigation system if equipped Press the FUNCTION SELECT button while in this display to select English Espanol Deutsch Italiano or Francais Then as you continue the information will display in the selected language Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph 24 km h Wh...

Page 245: ...KE transmitter to recall one of two pre programmed memory profiles Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat side mirror adjustable pedals if equipped power tilt and telescopic steering column if equipped and a set of desired radio station presets When OFF is selected only the memory switch on the driver s door panel will recall memory profiles To make your selec t...

Page 246: ...our selection press and release the FUNCTION SE LECT button until ON or OFF appears Headlights On with Wipers Available with Auto Headlights Only When on is selected and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position the headlights will turn on approxi mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on If the headlights were turned on by this feature they will also turn off when the wipers are turned ...

Page 247: ...nd release the FUNC TION SELECT button until OFF 45 sec 5 min or 10 min appears Illumination Approach When this feature is selected the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter To make your selec tion press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button until OFF 30 sec 60 sec or 90 sec appears Enable Disable the Rear Park Assist System ...

Page 248: ...e is located in the Compass Temperature display this message can be turned on or off To make your selection press and release the FUNC TION SELECT button until ON or OFF appears Compass Variance Refer to Compass Display for more information Calibrate Compass Refer to Compass Display for more information MEDIA CENTER 230 REQ AM FM STEREO RADIO AND 6 DISC CD DVD CHANGER MP3 WMA AUX JACK NOTE The rad...

Page 249: ...e SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM FM mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in AM...

Page 250: ...n Press the TIME button to alternate locations of the time and frequency display Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob 3 After adjusting the hours press the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side TUN...

Page 251: ... right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a second time and MID will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid range tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble ton...

Page 252: ...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 Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Foreign Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Ol...

Page 253: ...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 entry and make changes DVD Enter When the disc is in DVD Menu mode selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the curren...

Page 254: ...tions 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 or IR2 wireless headphones by pressing the AUDIO SELECT button if equipped Set Home Clock Pressing the SELECT button allows you to set the clock Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob t...

Page 255: ...oll 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 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...

Page 256: ... 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 but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second station to each pushbutton...

Page 257: ...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 internal components NOTE The ignition switc...

Page 258: ...button 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 Pr...

Page 259: ... 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 260: ...Non 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 f...

Page 261: ...cs 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 bri...

Page 262: ...UX 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 263: ...etails Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System VES If Equipped Refer to Video Entertainment System VES in the Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD for further details Dolby威 Manufactured under license from Dolby威 Laboratories Dolby威 and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby威 Laboratories Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technol ogy that is protected by ...

Page 264: ...ly to the one year of audio service that is included with the factory installed satellite radio system in your vehicle Sirius will supply a wel come kit that contains general information including how to setup your on line listening account For further information call the toll free number 888 539 7474 or visit the Sirius web site at www sirius com or at www siriuscanada ca for Canadian residents ...

Page 265: ... decreased performance Larger luggage items such as bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible within the loading design of the rack Do not place items directly on or above the antenna Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle Dense tree coverage may int...

Page 266: ...nforma tion between Artist Song Title and Composer if avail able Also pressing and holding the INFO button for an additional three seconds will make the radio display the Song Title all of the time press and hold again to return to normal display RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows TUNE Control Rotar...

Page 267: ...channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory press the SET button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 6 you wish to lock onto this channel and press and release that button If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but ton the channel will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second ch...

Page 268: ...HB user s manual for detailed operating instructions Operating Instructions Voice Command System If Equipped Refer to Voice Command in the Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD for further details Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in the Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD for further details MEDIA CENTER 130 SALES CODE RES NOTE The radio sales code is...

Page 269: ...volume level as last played SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM FM mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it TIME Button Press the TIME button to alt...

Page 270: ...ht or left to increase or decrease the bass tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a second time and MID will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid range tones Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones P...

Page 271: ...t be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a 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 sel...

Page 272: ...sc 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 ...

Page 273: ...urn 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 Press...

Page 274: ...ormats 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 The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maxim...

Page 275: ...xtension may cause playback problems The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or V...

Page 276: ...sion disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc 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 DISC AUX button will change the mode to auxi...

Page 277: ...e 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 set at the ...

Page 278: ...connect Phone in Under standing The Features If Your Vehicle If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With Uconnect Phone message will display on the radio screen Phone Button Uconnect Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature if equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in Under standing The Features If Your Vehicl...

Page 279: ...ped with satellite radio press the SETUP button and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station one with call letters displayed The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast from an FM station FM mode only RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of t...

Page 280: ... control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to exit setting tone balance and fade MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE SCRO...

Page 281: ...er Display Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music Type name The Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Pr...

Page 282: ...ET RND button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 6 you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET RND button the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure...

Page 283: ...ks 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 facing up The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display If a CD does not go into the slot more than 1 0 in 2 5 cm a disc may already be loaded and must be ejected before a new disc can be loaded If ...

Page 284: ...oaded 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 Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on convertible or soft top models if equipped SEEK Button Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to t...

Page 285: ...Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files however acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited When writing MP3 files pay attention to the following restric tions Supported Media Disc Types The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio 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...

Page 286: ...in combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files including MP3 files Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after writing are most likely multisession discs The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 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 ...

Page 287: ...ed the radio checks all files on the medium If the medium contains a lot of folders or files the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files Loading times 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 L...

Page 288: ...elapsed time priority mode Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and the radio will display song titles for each file Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds to return 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 playe...

Page 289: ...ated and you may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio service that is included with the factory installed satellite radio system in your vehicle Sirius will supply a wel come kit that contains general information including how to setup your on line listening account For further information call the toll free number 888 539 7474 or visit the Sirius web site at www sirius com or at w...

Page 290: ...e decreased performance Larger luggage items such as bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible within the loading design of the rack Do not place items directly on or above the antenna Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle Dense tree coverage may in...

Page 291: ...forma tion between Artist Song Title and Composer if avail able Also pressing and holding the INFO button for an additional three seconds will make the radio display the Song Title all of the time press and hold again to return to normal display RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows TUNE Control Rotary...

Page 292: ...hbutton Memory When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory press the SET button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 6 you wish to lock onto this channel and press and release that button If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but ton the channel will continue to play but will not be stored into p...

Page 293: ...ations Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone in Understanding The Features If Your Vehicle STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches Remote Sound System Controls Back View Of Steering Wheel 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 ...

Page 294: ...nable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will Seek down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the 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 ...

Page 295: ...n playing a particu lar disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or have protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be ...

Page 296: ...e the amount of air forced through the ven tilation system in any mode The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the O OFF position There are seven blower speeds Temperature Control Rotate this control to regulate the tem perature of the air inside the passenger compartment Rotating the dial left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while rotatin...

Page 297: ... con trol or a blend of two of these modes The closer the setting is to a particular symbol the more air distribution you receive from that mode Panel Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow NOTE The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers for maximum airflow to the re...

Page 298: ...ir conditioning compressor operates in Mix Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the Air Conditioning A C button is not pressed This dehu midifies the air to help dry the windshield To improve fuel economy use these modes only when necessary For information on operating the Rear Defrost refer to Rear Window Features in Understanding The Fea tures Of Your Vehicle Recirculation Control Pressing ...

Page 299: ...tion switch is turned to the LOCK position the recirculation feature will be cancelled Air Conditioning Control Press this button to engage the Air Conditioning A light will illuminate when the Air Conditioning System is engaged Rotating the dial left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while rotating right into the red area indicates warmer tem peratures NOTE The air con...

Page 300: ...upants only 2 Dial in the temperature you would like the system to maintain by rotating the Temperature Control knob Once the comfort level is selected the system will maintain that level automatically using the heating system Should the desired comfort level require air conditioning the system will automatically make the adjustment You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing th...

Page 301: ... Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance Blower Control For full automatic operation or for automatic blower operation turn the knob to AUTO position In manual mode there are six blower speeds that can be individual selected In off posi tion the blower will shut off Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual over...

Page 302: ...300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 303: ...ture between the upper and lower outlets The warmer air flows to the floor outlets This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but cool conditions Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets Mix Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window demist outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy con...

Page 304: ...n to normal AUTO mode function and the LED will turn off NOTE When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position the recirculation feature will be cancelled In cold weather use of the Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging The Recirculation mode is not allowed in the floor defrost or defrost floor mode in order to improve window clearing Recirculation will be disabled automat...

Page 305: ...ntrol settings for various weather condi tions Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating A solution of 50 ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant and 50 water is recommended Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for ...

Page 306: ... The air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the outside mirrors Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they enter the plenum they could plug the water drains In winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice slush an...

Page 307: ...Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 ...

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Page 309: ...lock Heater If Equipped 313 䡵 Automatic Transmission 314 Key Ignition Park Interlock 314 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 315 Four Speed Automatic Transmission 315 Gear Ranges 315 䡵 Four Wheel Drive Operation 319 MP1522 Command Trac威 Transfer Case If Equipped 319 MP3022 Selec Trac威 II Transfer Case If Equipped 325 䡵 On Road Driving Tips 331 䡵 Off Road Driving Tips 331 5 ...

Page 310: ...Brake System ABS 342 Traction Control System TCS 343 Brake Assist System BAS 343 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 344 Hill Start Assist HSA 345 Hill Descent Control HDC If Equipped 348 Electronic Stability Control ESC 349 ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC Off Indicator Light 353 䡵 Tire Safety Information 354 Tire Markings 354 Tire Identification Number TIN 358 Tire Terminology And D...

Page 311: ...ed 370 Tire Spinning 370 Tread Wear Indicators 371 Life Of Tire 372 Replacement Tires 373 䡵 Tire Chains 374 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 375 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS 376 Base System 379 Premium System If Equipped 382 General Information 386 䡵 Fuel Requirements 386 Reformulated Gasoline 387 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 387 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 388 MMT In Gasoline 388 Mate...

Page 312: ...Definitions 396 Trailer Hitch Classification 400 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 401 Trailer And Tongue Weight 403 Towing Requirements 404 Towing Tips 409 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 411 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 411 Recreational Towing Two Wheel Drive Models 412 Recreational Towing Four Wheel Drive Models 413 310 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 313: ...of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal Turn the ignition switch to the START position and release when the engine starts If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure Tip Start Feature Turn the ignition switch to START position and ...

Page 314: ...rsonal injury Continued WARNING Continued Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic 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 bo...

Page 315: ...t damage to the starter wait 10 to 15 sec onds before trying again After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine and permits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the cord to a standard 110 115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded three wire extension cord The engine block heater cord ...

Page 316: ...ft 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 foot is firmly on the brake pedal Key Ignition Park Interlock This vehicle is eq...

Page 317: ...old temperatures 6 F 21 C and when in DRIVE transmission operation may be briefly limited to only second gear operation Normal operation will resume once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped Be sure to keep your foot on the brake when moving the shift ...

Page 318: ... shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle rearward Use this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL This range is used when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running The engine may be started in this range Set the parking brake and shift ...

Page 319: ...lly shift from third gear into OVERDRIVE if the following conditions are present the shift lever is in DRIVE vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph 48 km h the TOW HAUL button has not been activated The transmission will downshift from OVERDRIVE to DRIVE if the accelerator pedal is fully pressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph 56 km h When To Use TOW HAUL Mode When driving in hil...

Page 320: ...ransmission function is monitored for abnormal condi tions If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage the Transmission Limp Home Mode will be engaged In this mode the transmission will remain in second gear in any forward driving range To reset the transmission use the following procedure 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK position 3 Turn the engine of...

Page 321: ...mal operation in high gear When the vehicle speed drops or during accelera tion the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages FOUR WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION MP1522 Command Trac姞 Transfer Case If Equipped Operating Information and Precautions The Command Trac威 transfer case provides four positions Two wheel drive 2WD high range Four wheel drive 4WD LOCK high range Four wheel drive 4WD LOW low range ...

Page 322: ...ued CAUTION Continued The 4WD LOCK position and 4WD LOW position are intended for loose or slippery road surfaces only Driving in these positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline components When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD position or 4WD LOCK position at a given road speed Take ...

Page 323: ...on is in PARK The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the SERV 4WD Warning Light is illuminated Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury Continued WARNING Continued Since four wheel drive provides improved trac tion there is a tendency to ex...

Page 324: ...veshaft together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction for loose or slippery road surfaces only 4WD Low Four Wheel Drive Low Range This range provides low speed four wheel drive Locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose or s...

Page 325: ...ft NOTE The SERV 4WD Warning Light monitors the electric shift four wheel drive system If this light re mains on after engine start up or it illuminates during driving it means that the four wheel drive system is not functioning properly and that service is required Shifting Procedures NOTE If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case position have not been met the transfer case will n...

Page 326: ...o complete the shift There may be a delay up to 10 seconds for the shift to complete after the wheels have stopped spinning Delayed shifting out of 4WD LOCK may be experienced due to uneven tire wear low tire pressure or excessive loading 4WD Lock to 4WD Low When shifting into or out of 4WD LOW some gear noise may be heard This noise is normal and is not detrimental to the vehicle or its occupants...

Page 327: ...the current transfer case position will be maintained To retry a shift move the transfer case switch back to the original position make certain all shift requirements have been met wait five seconds and try the shift again The ignition switch must be in the ON position for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable If the ignition switch is not in the ON position th...

Page 328: ...ly Refer to Recreational Towing in Starting and Operating for further information CAUTION The 4WD LOW position is intended for loose or slippery road surfaces only Driving in this posi tion on dry hard surfaced roads may cause in creased tire wear and damage to the driveline components When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD position or ...

Page 329: ...ion position The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the SERV 4WD Warning Light is illuminated Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury Continued WARNING Continued Since four wheel drive provides improved trac tion there is a tendency to exc...

Page 330: ...position is always in four wheel drive mode with a normal 42 front axle 58 rear axle torque split The system also anticipates and prevents slip by redirecting torque as necessary up to 100 to the front or rear axle if needed 4WD Low Four Wheel Drive Low Range This range is for low speed four wheel drive Locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft together forcing the front and rear wheels to ro...

Page 331: ...n indicator light will flash The transfer case will not shift NOTE The SERV 4WD Warning Light monitors the electric shift four wheel drive system If this light re mains on after engine start up or it illuminates during driving it means that the four wheel drive system is not functioning properly and that service is required Shifting Procedures NOTE If any of the requirements to select a new transf...

Page 332: ... or completely stopped using the Alternate Procedure Preferred Procedure 1 With the engine RUNNING slow the vehicle speed to 2 to 3 mph 3 to 5 km h 2 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL 3 While still rolling move the transfer case switch to the desired position 4 After the desired position indicator light is on not flashing shift the transmission into gear Alternate Procedure 1 Bring the vehicle t...

Page 333: ...ming in a wide variety of off road applications Specific design characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional two wheel drive vehicles any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform...

Page 334: ... few inches centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle If you must drive through water try to determine the depth and the bottom condition and location of any obstacles prior to entering Proceed with caution and maintain a steady controlled speed less than 5 mph 8 km h in deep water to minimize wave effects Flowing Water If the water is swift fl...

Page 335: ...r to Four Wheel Drive Operation in Starting and Operating for further information Do not shift to a lower gear than necessary to maintain headway Over revving the engine can spin the wheels and traction will be lost Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads be cause engine braking may cause skidding and loss of control Hill Climbing NOTE Before attempting to climb a hill determine the condi...

Page 336: ...r and maintain headway by turning the front wheels slowly left and right This may provide a fresh bite into the surface and will usually provide traction to complete the climb Traction Downhill Shift the transmission into a low gear and the transfer case to 4WD LOW range Let the vehicle go slowly down the hill with all four wheels turning against engine compression drag This will permit you to con...

Page 337: ...y might hide damage to fuel lines brake hoses axle pinion seals and propeller shafts After extended operation in mud sand water or similar dirty conditions have the radiator fan brake rotors wheels brake linings and axle yokes inspected and cleaned as soon as possible WARNING Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking You might not have full braki...

Page 338: ...ered normal and do not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steer ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal and it does not in any way damage the steering system WARNING Continued operation with reduced power steering ...

Page 339: ...ed by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only manufacturer s recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level With a clean cloth wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces Refe...

Page 340: ...hicle speed is detected a chime will sound to alert the driver Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle This light only shows that the parking brake is ap plied It does not show the degree of brake application When parking on a hill it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade Apply the parking b...

Page 341: ...dows other controls or move the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake failure and a collision Continued WARNING Continued Always fully apply the parking brake when leav ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or injury Also be certain to leave the transmission in PARK Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause...

Page 342: ...r wheels on the vehicle can lead to loss of braking effectiveness The ABS conducts a low speed self test at about 12 mph 20 km h If you have your foot lightly on the brake while this test is occurring you may feel slight pedal movement The movement can be more apparent on ice and snow This is normal The ABS pump motor runs during the self test at 12 mph 20 km h and during an ABS stop The pump moto...

Page 343: ...e safety of others CAUTION The ABS is subject to possible detrimental effects of electronic interference caused by improperly in stalled aftermarket radios or telephones NOTE During severe braking 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 overh...

Page 344: ...icle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system commonly referred to as ESC This system includes Anti Lock Brake System ABS Traction Control System TCS Brake Assist System BAS Hill Start Assist HSA Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM and Electronic Stability Control ESC These systems work together to enhance both vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions Two addition...

Page 345: ... 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 ESC are in the Partial Off mode or the Full Off m...

Page 346: ...ety of others Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 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 s speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift it then applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce engine power to lessen the c...

Page 347: ...ases the brake while stopped on an incline HSA will continue to hold the brake pressure for a short period If the driver does not apply the throttle before this time expires the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill as normal The system will release brake pressure in proportion to amount of throttle applied The following conditions must be met in order for HSA ...

Page 348: ...or serious personal injury Towing With HSA HSA will provide assistance during acceleration on an incline while towing a trailer WARNING If you use a trailer brake controller with your trailer the trailer brakes may be activated and deactivated with the brake switch If so there may not be enough brake pressure to hold both the vehicle and the trailer on a hill when the brake pedal is released In or...

Page 349: ...wheels pointing straight forward 2 Shift the transmission into PARK 3 Apply the parking brake 4 Start the engine 5 Rotate the steering wheel one half turn to the left 6 Press the ESC Off button located in the lower switch bank below the climate control four times within twenty seconds The ESC Off Indicator Light should turn on and turn off two times 7 Rotate the steering wheel back to center and t...

Page 350: ...ever the driver can override HDC operation by applying the brake to slow the vehicle down below the HDC control speed 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 at the original set speed NOTE HDC is available on vehicles equipped with the MP1522 t...

Page 351: ... LOW range the Hill Descent Control Indicator Light will flash for five seconds and HDC will not be enabled Disabling HDC 1 Press the Hill Descent button or shift the transfer case out of 4WD LOW range The Hill Descent Control Indicator light in the instrument cluster will turn off Electronic Stability Control ESC This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various ...

Page 352: ...rt to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light also flashes when the TCS is active If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash during acceleration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions WARNING ...

Page 353: ...o Full Off for additional information Partial Off Two Wheel Drive Vehicles and Four Wheel Drive Vehicles in 2WD and 4WD High Range The Partial Off mode is intended for driving in deep snow sand or gravel This mode raises the threshold for TCS and ESC activation which allows for more wheel spin than what ESC normally allows The ESC Off button is located in the lower switch bank below the climate co...

Page 354: ...Press and release the trip odometer button located on the instru ment cluster to turn off this message In this mode ESC and TCS are turned off except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section until the vehicle reaches a speed of 40 mph 64 km k At speeds over 40 mph 64 km k the system automatically switches to Partial Off mode described above When the vehicle speed returns to less t...

Page 355: ...ion Indicator Light comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your autho rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator L...

Page 356: ...make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active This is normal the sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESC activation The ESC OFF Indicator Light indicates the Electronic Stability Control ESC is off TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 1 U S DOT Safety Stan dards Code TIN 4 Maximum Load 2 Size Designation 5 Maximum Pressure 3 Service Description 6 ...

Page 357: ...ruck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have the letter T molded in...

Page 358: ...k tire based on U S design standards T Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R means radial construction D means diagonal or bias construction 15 Rim diameter in inches in 356 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 359: ...ons i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL tire Extra Load XL Extra load or reinforced tire Light Load Light load tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the maximum ...

Page 360: ...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 361: ...ee hour period Inflation pressure is measured in units of PSI pounds per square inch or KPa kilopascals Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire The max inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire pl...

Page 362: ...sted on the driver s side B Pillar Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 total weight your vehicle can carry Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information Placard 360 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 363: ...tion on GAWRs vehicle loading and trailer towing refer to Vehicle Loading in this section To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exce...

Page 364: ...alculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle NOTE The following table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and nu...

Page 365: ...5 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 ...

Page 366: ...ected by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob lems You could l...

Page 367: ...roduces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Both under inflation and over inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict able steering response Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Tire Inflation Pressures The prope...

Page 368: ... the tire sidewall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F ...

Page 369: ...ING High speed driving with your vehicle at or above maximum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious collision Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorl...

Page 370: ...ed only with your vehicle Your vehicle may be equipped with one of the following types of non matching tempo rary use spares compact full size or limited use Do not install more than one non matching temporary use 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 a compact full size or limit...

Page 371: ...ive more than 50 mph 80 km h Temporary use spares have limited tread life When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control Full Size Spare If Equipped The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only Thi...

Page 372: ...al equipment tire replace or repair the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity WARNING Limited use spares are for emergency use only In stallation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling With this tire do not drive more than the speed listed on the limit use spare wheel Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on your Tire and ...

Page 373: ...anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 in 2 mm When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the tire should be ...

Page 374: ...on 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 a collision resulting in serious injury or death Keep dismounted tires in a cool dry place with as little exp...

Page 375: ... 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 changes to steering handling and braking of your vehicle This can cause...

Page 376: ...hains on P225 75R16 or smaller tires CAUTION To avoid damage to your vehicle tires or chains observe the following precautions Do not use tire chains on vehicles equipped with tires other than P225 75R16 or smaller tires There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body damage to your vehicle Because of limited chain clearance between tires and other suspens...

Page 377: ...ons apply to all chain traction devices includ ing link and cable radial chains TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at different loads and perform different steering handling and braking functions For these reasons they wear at unequal rates These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile ...

Page 378: ... tire wear TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM TPMS The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom mended cold placard pressure The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi 6 9 kPa for every 12 F 6 5 C This means that when the outside temperature decreases the tire pressure will decrease Tire pressure should always be set based ...

Page 379: ...e Light illuminates you must increase the tire pressure to the recommended cold placard pressure in order for the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to turn off The system will automatically update and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off once the system receives the updated tire pressures The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in orde...

Page 380: ...ed with a TPMS as damage to the sensors may result Continued CAUTION Continued After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni toring Sensor NOTE The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or...

Page 381: ... all of the tires on your vehicle monthly and to maintain the proper pressure The TPMS consists of the following components Receiver Module Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly if equipped has a tire pressure monitoring sensor The matching full size spare can be used in place of any of the four road tires...

Page 382: ... fault will also sound a chime If the ignition key is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off when the fault condition no longer exists A system fault can occur due to any of the following 1 Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPMS sensor...

Page 383: ...ow the low pressure warning limit a chime will sound and the TPMS Telltale Light will turn on upon the next ignition key cycle 3 After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h the TPMS Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid 4 For each subsequent ignition key cycle a chime will sound and the TPMS Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 ...

Page 384: ...nformation Center EVIC Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly if equipped has a tire pressure monitoring sensor The full size spare can be used in place of any of the four road tires A spare with a pressure below the low pressure limit will not cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to illuminate or the chime to sound However it will...

Page 385: ...Telltale Light will turn off The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information Check TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid The system fault will also sound a chime In addition the EVIC will display a CHECK TPM S...

Page 386: ...ting the same radio frequencies as the TPMS sensors 2 Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals 3 Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings 4 Using tire chains on the vehicle 5 Using wheels tires not equipped with TPMS sensors Vehicles with Full Size Spare 1 The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly has a tire pressure monitoring se...

Page 387: ...pressure in the compact spare tire 2 If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit upon the next ignition key cycle the TPMS Telltale Light will remain on and a chime will sound In addition the graphic in the EVIC will still display a flashing pressure value 3 After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km ...

Page 388: ...itions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses United States KR5S120123 Canada 2671 S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS All engines are designed to meet all emis sions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and pe...

Page 389: ...genates and are spe cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso lines Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as Ethanol Fuels blended wit...

Page 390: ...sk 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 dealer change the engine oil and oil filter disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the engine controller memory More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged exposure to E 85 fuel MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containi...

Page 391: ...is not needed under normal conditions and they would result in additional cost Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Use the following guidelines to maintain your vehi cle s performance The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor mance and damage the emission control system An out of tune engine ...

Page 392: ...ng assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and 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 p...

Page 393: ...dows fully open Keep the liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the driver s side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap has been designed for use with this vehicle Fuel Filler Cap 5...

Page 394: ...ng WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled Never add fuel when the engine is running This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula tions and may cause the MIL to turn on 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 co...

Page 395: ...e for further information VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin istration regulations your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver s side door or B Pillar This label contains the month and year of manufacture Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front and rear and Vehicle Identification Number VIN A Month ...

Page 396: ... the label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size Rim Size This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size listed Inflation Pressure This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for all loading conditions up to full GAWR Curb Weight The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of ...

Page 397: ... securely before driving Improper weight distributions can have an adverse affect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles This could cause you to lose control Also overloading can shor...

Page 398: ... The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale WARNING If the Gross Trailer Weight GTW is 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg or more it is mandatory to use a weight distributing hitch to ensure stable handling of your vehicle If you use a standard weight carrying hitch you could lose control of your vehicle...

Page 399: ...er Sway Control Mechanical The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling Weight Carrying Hitch A weight carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight just as if it were luggage ...

Page 400: ...commended for heavier Tongue Weights TW and may be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration loading to comply with Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR requirements WARNING An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling stability brak ing performance and could result in a collision Continued WARNING Continued Weight Distributing Systems may not be compatible wi...

Page 401: ...With Weight Distributing Hitch Correct Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing Hitch Incorrect 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 399 ...

Page 402: ...t you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing 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 ...

Page 403: ... 000 lbs 907 kg 200 lbs 91 kg 3 7L Automatic 4x4 32 sq ft 2 97 sq m 2 000 lbs 907 kg 200 lbs 91 kg Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds NOTE The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo ie the GVWR and the GVWR should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Infor mation placard Refer to Tire Safety Informatio...

Page 404: ...omatic w Trailer Tow Package 4x2 64 sq ft 5 94 sq m 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg 500 lbs 227 kg 3 7L Automatic w Trailer Tow package 4x4 64 sq ft 5 94 sq m 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg 500 lbs 227 kg Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds NOTE The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo ie the GVWR and the GVWR should never exceed the weight refere...

Page 405: ...sions Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle The tongue weight of the trailer The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle The weight of the driver and all passengers NOTE Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle Also additional factory installed options or authorized dealer ...

Page 406: ... heavier loads WARNING Improper towing can lead to a collision Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and that is will not shift during travel When trailering cargo that is not fully secured dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control You could lose control of your vehicle and ha...

Page 407: ...trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded 1 GVWR 2 GTW Continued WARNING Continued 3 GAWR 4 Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10 to 15 range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight Towing Requirements Tires Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire Proper tire ...

Page 408: ...tem 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 controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system an electronic brake controller is not required Trailer brakes are recommend...

Page 409: ... so could result in a collision Towing Requirements Trailer Lights and Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety The Trailer Tow Package may include a four and seven pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer har ness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring har...

Page 410: ...Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn Seven Pin Connector 1 Battery 5 Ground 2 Backup Lamps 6 Left Stop Turn 3 Right Stop Turn 7 Running Lamps 4 Electric Brakes 408 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 411: ...for more than 45 min utes of continuous operation then change the automatic transmission fluid and filter according to the interval specified for police taxi fleet or frequent trailer tow ing Refer to Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals TOW HAUL To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat ing press the TOW HAUL button when driving in hilly areas or shift the trans...

Page 412: ...ssion over heating take the following actions City Driving When stopped for short periods of time shift the trans mission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily 410 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 413: ...tion Wheel OFF the Ground Two Wheel Drive Models Four Wheel Drive Models Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED See Instructions Transmission in PARK Transfer case in NEUTRAL N Tow in forward direction Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Rear OK NOT ALLOWED On Trailer ALL OK OK 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 ...

Page 414: ...g to secure the front wheels in the straight position 7 Disconnect the negative battery cable and secure it away from the battery post Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground is allowed ONLY if the driveshaft is removed Towing with the rear wheels on the ground while the driveshaft is connected will result in severe transmission damage WARNING If the driveshaft is removed the vehicle can ro...

Page 415: ...itch Shifts into and out of transfer case NEUTRAL N can take place with the selector switch in any mode position CAUTION Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing Tow only in a forward direction Towing this vehicle backwards can cause severe damage to the transfer case ...

Page 416: ... to move even if the transmission is in PARK The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle 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 N before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts 1 Bring the vehicle to a compl...

Page 417: ...y on solid when the shift to N Neutral is complete 7 After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL light comes on release the NEUTRAL button 8 Start the engine 9 Shift the transmission into REVERSE 10 Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement 11 Turn OFF the engine and leave the ignition switch in the unlocked OFF position 12 Firmly apply the parking brak...

Page 418: ...elapse and the shift has been completed If any of these require ments are not met prior to pressing the NEUTRAL N button or are no longer met during the four second timer then the NEUTRAL N indicator light will flash continuously until all requirements are met or until the NEUTRAL N button is released The ignition switch must be in the ON RUN position for a shift to take place and for the position...

Page 419: ...but do not start the engine 6 Press and hold the brake pedal 7 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL 8 Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object press and hold the recessed transfer case N Neutral button located above the selector switch for one second 9 After the N Neutral indicator light turns off release the N Neutral button 10 After the N Neutral button has been released the transfer ...

Page 420: ...n and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed If any of these requirements are not met prior to pressing the NEUTRAL N button or are no longer met during the shift the NEUTRAL N indi cator light will flash continuously until all require ments are met or until the NEUTRAL N button is released The ignition switch must be in the ON RUN position for a shift to take place and for the...

Page 421: ...age 423 Spare Tire Removal 423 Preparations For Jacking 424 Jacking Instructions 425 䡵 Jump Starting Procedures 428 Preparations For Jump Start 429 Jump Starting Procedure 430 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 432 䡵 Shift Lever Override 433 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 435 Towing Without The Ignition Key FOB 436 Two Wheel Drive Models 436 Four Wheel Drive Vehicles 438 6 ...

Page 422: ...lashers will continue to operate even though the ignition is placed in the OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating your engine by taking the appropriate action On the highways slow down In city traffic while stopped put transmission in NEUTRAL ...

Page 423: ...ds in removing heat from the engine cooling system WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING Do not a...

Page 424: ... service center where it can be raised on a lift The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The scissor type jack and tire changing tools are located in the cargo compartment behind a trim cover on the left r...

Page 425: ... inside the vehicle Use the lug wrench to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle 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 they can damage the winch Lowering Raising Spare Tire 6 WH...

Page 426: ...tempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 2 Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher 3 Set the parking brake 4 Place the shift lever into PARK automatic transmis sion or REVERSE manual transmission 5 Turn the ignition to the LOCK position 6 Block both the front and rear of the wh...

Page 427: ...c transmission in PARK a manual transmission in REVERSE Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack Continued WARNING Continued Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of ...

Page 428: ...ecting the driver to the exten sion and then to the lug wrench 3 Loosen but do not remove the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 4 Locate the jack as shown For the front tires place it rearward of the notch on the body weld seam behind wheel to be changed For the rear tires place it under the axle by the wheel to be changed Front Jacking Loca...

Page 429: ...ng the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable and cause a collision It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts and wheel 7 Position the spare wheel tire on the vehicle and install lug nuts with the cone shaped end toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts WARNING To avoid the risk of forcing the...

Page 430: ...rward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided 12 Remove blocks from wheels CAUTION Do not attempt to raise vehicle by jacking on loca tions other than those indicated in the Jacking In structions for this vehicle JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump star...

Page 431: ...ttempt jump starting if the battery is frozen It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury Preparations For Jump Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment behind the left headlight assembly NOTE The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap Lift up on the cap to gain access to the positive battery post Positive Battery Post 6 WHAT TO ...

Page 432: ...parks away from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories 3 If using another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF WARNING Do not allow vehicles to touch each ot...

Page 433: ...charged vehicle s engine away from the battery and the fuel injection system WARNING Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury 5 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle wit...

Page 434: ...rade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud sand or snow it can often be moved by a rocking motion Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the...

Page 435: ...ile in gear no transmission shifting occurring WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage or even failure of the axle and tires A tire could explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehi cle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near ...

Page 436: ...t starting the engine 4 Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal 5 Using a screwdriver reach into the opening and press and hold the shift override lever down 6 Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position 7 The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL 8 Reinstall the shift lever override access cover Shift Lever Override Access 434 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 437: ... Trans in NEUTRAL 30 mph max 48 km h 15 miles 24 km max distance See instructions in Recreational Tow ing under Starting and Operating Trans in PARK T case in NEUTRAL Tow in forward direction Wheel Lift or Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED Rear OK NOT ALLOWED Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use only tow bars and other e...

Page 438: ...nition must be in the ON RUN or ACC position not in the LOCK position Towing Without the Ignition Key Fob Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position The only ap proved method of towing without the ignition key is with a flatbed truck Proper towing equipment is neces sary to prevent damage to the vehicle Two Wheel Drive Models The manufacturer recomm...

Page 439: ...ly or remove the driveshaft WARNING If the driveshaft is removed the vehicle can roll even if the transmission is in PARK which could cause serious injury or death The parking brake must be firmly engaged and the wheels chocked during driveshaft removal and installa tion The parking brake must remain engaged unless the vehicle is securely and properly connected to the tow vehicle or the driveshaft...

Page 440: ... with ALL wheels on the ground IF the transfer case is in NEUTRAL and the transmission is in PARK Refer to Recreational Towing in Starting and Operating for detailed instructions CAUTION Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing Failure to follow these towing methods could result in...

Page 441: ...on And Maintenance Programs 443 䡵 Replacement Parts 444 䡵 Dealer Service 445 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 445 Engine Oil 446 Engine Oil Filter 448 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 449 Maintenance Free Battery 450 Air Conditioner Maintenance 451 A C Air Filter If Equipped 452 Body Lubrication 453 Windshield Wiper Blades 453 Adding Washer Fluid 454 Exhaust System 454 7 ...

Page 442: ...on From Corrosion 470 䡵 Fuses 476 Totally Integrated Power Module 476 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 482 䡵 Bulb Replacement 482 Headlamp 482 Front Turn Signal And Front Side Marker Lamp 483 Front Fog Lamp 483 Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal And Back Up Lamp 484 䡵 Fluid Capacities 485 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 486 Engine 486 Chassis 487 440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 443: ...ir Cleaner Filter 6 Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 7 Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 Engine Oil Fill 4 Integrated Power Module Fuses 9 Coolant Pressure Cap 5 Battery 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 ...

Page 444: ...d not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic converter damage and power loss ...

Page 445: ...the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is functioning and is not on when the engine is running and that the OBD II system is ready for testing Normally the OBD II system will be ready The OBD II system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced recently had a dead battery or a battery replace ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail t...

Page 446: ...iced or had a battery failure or replacement you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to update A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD II system is ready or not if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehi...

Page 447: ...e proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule there are other components which may require servicing ...

Page 448: ...oper engine lubrication the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Always maintain the oil level within the ...

Page 449: ...ion under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recom mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum 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 CAUTION Do no...

Page 450: ...oil and filter changes are followed Materials Added to Engine Oil Do not add any supplemental additives other than leak detection dyes to your engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be im paired by supplemental additives Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oi...

Page 451: ...icable WARNING The air induction system air cleaner hoses etc can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc removed Failure to...

Page 452: ...d splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area imme diately with large amounts of water Refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies for further information Continued WARNING Continued Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts Do not allow cable clam...

Page 453: ...cables before connecting the charger to the battery Do not use a fast charger 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 tension should also be checked at ...

Page 454: ...onnected should be done by an experienced technician Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R 134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro carbon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by an authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling ...

Page 455: ...a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR威 Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent This will remove accumulations of salt or road film Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods...

Page 456: ...ets or exceeds the temperature range of your climate This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly ...

Page 457: ...ust system Do not park or operate your ve hicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn CAUTION The catalytic converter requires the use of un leaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con trol device and may seriously reduce engine per formance and cause serious damage to the engine Damage to the catalytic convert...

Page 458: ...ormal catalyst overheating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam age Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by...

Page 459: ...diator for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the A C condenser if equipped or the back of the radiator core Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the coolant recovery bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks With the engin...

Page 460: ...ids Lubricants and Genu ine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information CAUTION Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than specified HOAT engine coolant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corro sion protection If a non HOAT engine coolant antifreeze is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be replaced with the specified engine coolant a...

Page 461: ...ze throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Organic Additive Technology HOAT engine coolant antifreeze When adding engine coolant antifreeze The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula HOAT Hybrid Organic Additive Technology or equivalent Mix a minimum solution of 50 HOAT engine coolant and distilled water ...

Page 462: ...or from the coolant recovery bottle The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre caution Never add engine coolant antifreeze when the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine Heat causes pressure t...

Page 463: ...in the bottle should be between the ranges indicated on the bottle The radiator normally remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for coolant freeze point or replacing engine coolant anti freeze Advise your service attendant of this As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month When add...

Page 464: ...entration at 50 HOAT engine coolant antifreeze minimum and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle hoses are not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean Do not change the thermosta...

Page 465: ...on the brake fluid reservoir With disc brakes fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Re fer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Use o...

Page 466: ...Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami nate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure This could result in a collision Automatic Transmission Selection of Lubricant It is important that the pro...

Page 467: ...the ad dition of any additives to the transmission The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks The use of transmission sealers should be avoided as they may adversely affect seals CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo nents Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Wa...

Page 468: ...lter changes Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information Fluid and Filter Changes Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals In addition change the fluid and filter if the transmission is disassembled for any reason Transfer Case Fluid Level Check The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the fill hole 1 when t...

Page 469: ...he fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle Fluid changes are not necessary unless the fluid becomes contaminated with water Change the fluid immediately if contaminated with water Front Rear Axle Fluid For normal service periodic fluid level checks are not required When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons the exterior surfaces of the axle...

Page 470: ...e not neces sary unless the lubricant becomes contaminated with water Change the lubricant immediately if contaminated with water Sky Slider Top Care Immediate removal of any contaminant is recommended Regular washing of the top will enhance its life and appearance and make successive cleaning easier Do not subject the top to excessive heat Frequently vacuum the top and tracks Periodically wipe du...

Page 471: ...ith water to remove all soap and dirt from the top fabric and to prevent streaking on painted and chrome surfaces Allow the top to dry before opening Vacuuming the top with a wet dry shop vacuum will decrease the tops drying time ensure removal of all dirt and delete streaks in the material Multiple cleanings may be necessary to remove stub born stains If stains persist contact your local autho ri...

Page 472: ...such as Scotchguard威 is suggested The top should be clean and dry before application of the protectant CAUTION Avoid getting Scotchguard威 on the surrounding weather strips moldings paint or glass Damage to these items might occur Weather Strip Care Lubricate the weather strips periodically with MOPAR威 Weather Strip Lubricant or equivalent to keep them soft and pliable Appearance Care and Protectio...

Page 473: ...ects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants Washing Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using MOPAR威 Car Wash or equiva lent or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle use MOPAR威 Super Kleen Bug and Tar ...

Page 474: ... the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de ice...

Page 475: ...ollowing manner Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean dry towel Blot any remaining stain with a clean damp towel For tough stains apply MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent or a mild soap solution to a clean damp cloth and remove the stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue For grease stains apply MOPAR威 Multi Purpose Cleaner or equivalent to a clean damp cloth an...

Page 476: ...ent Care should be taken to avoid soaking leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean leather upholstery Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed a...

Page 477: ...g Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft cloth Seat Belt Main...

Page 478: ...ed on the inside of the cover Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description J1 J2 30 Amp Pink Transfer Case Module If Equipped J3 J4 25 Amp Natural Driver Door Node J5 25 Amp Natural Passenger Door Node J6 40 Amp Green Antilock Brakes Pump Stability Con trol System If Equipped J7 30 Amp Pink Antilock Brakes Valve Stability Con trol System If Equipped J8 40 Amp Power Seats If Totally Integrated Power...

Page 479: ...20 Amp Blue Powertrain Control Module J19 60 Amp Radiator Fan Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description Yellow J20 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper J21 20 Amp Blue Front Washer Rear Washer If Equipped J22 25 Amp Natural Sunroof Module If Equipped M1 15 Amp Blue Stop Light Switch Feed Rear Center Brake Lamp M2 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Lighting If Equipped M3 20 Amp Yellow Frt Rr Axle Lockers If Equipped M4 1...

Page 480: ...eceiver DVD Hands Free Module Radio Antenna Uni versal Garage Door Opener If Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description Equipped Vanity Light M11 10 Amp Red Climate Control Sys tem If Equipped M12 30 Amp Green Radio Amplifier If Equipped M13 20 Amp Yellow Instrument Cluster Wireless Control Module Multifunction Control Switch Siren If Equipped M14 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow Export Only If Equipped...

Page 481: ...Right Front Park and Side Marker Right Tail and Running Lights M19 25 Amp Automatic Shutdown Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description Natural 1 and 2 M20 15 Amp Blue Interior Lighting Steering Wheel Switches If Equipped Switch Bank Steering Col umn Module If Equipped M21 20 Amp Yellow Automatic Shutdown 3 M22 10 Amp Red Right Horn Hi Low M23 10 Amp Red Left Horn Hi Low M24 25 Amp Natural Rear W...

Page 482: ...ed Occupant Classifica tion Module M30 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper Module If Equipped Power Folding Mirror If Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description Equipped Diagnostic Link M31 20 Amp Yellow Back Up Lights M32 10 Amp Red Airbag Module M33 10 Amp Red Powertrain Control Module M34 10 Amp Red Park Assist Module If Equipped Climate Control System Mod ule If Equipped Compass Module If Equipped Cabin H...

Page 483: ...ensure the cover is prop erly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power Module and possibly result in an electrical system failure When replacing a blown fuse it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over load If a proper...

Page 484: ...ced at an authorized dealer Fog Lamp H10 9145 License Plate Lamp 168 Rear Tail Stop 3157K Rear Turn Signal Lamp 3757AK BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp 1 Open the hood 2 Reach behind the headlamp housing to access the headlamp bulb lock ring 3 Firmly grasp the lock ring and rotate it counterclock wise to unlock it 4 Remove the bulb and connector assembly from the headlamp housing 5 Disconnect the bulb fr...

Page 485: ...arker Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left to access the right front turn signal or side marker 2 Remove three push pins from the wheel well liner 3 Gently flex the wheel well liner forward to access the bulb 4 Rotate the bulb s socket counterclockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly from the housing 5 Pull the bulb out of the socket and insert the replace ment bulb 6 Install th...

Page 486: ...ock it in place 6 Close the hood Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal and Back Up Lamp 1 Open the liftgate 2 Remove the screws that fasten the taillamp housing to the vehicle 3 Pull the taillamp housing straight back to separate it from the vehicle 4 Disconnect the electrical connector 5 Remove the two screws that fasten the back plate to the taillamp housing 6 Separate the back plate from the taillamp hous...

Page 487: ...lter 3 7 Liter Engine SAE 5W 20 API Certified 5 Quarts 4 7 Liters Cooling System 3 7 Liter Engine MOPAR威 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 14 Quarts 13 3 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 ...

Page 488: ... Organic Additive Technology or equivalent Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs ZFR6F 11G Gap 0 043 in 1 09 mm Fuel Selection 87 Octane 486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 489: ...SAE 80W 90 Multi Purpose Type GL 5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Gear Lubricant or equivalent 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 MOPAR威 Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR威 ATF 4威 Automatic Trans mission Fluid or equi...

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Page 491: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Maintenance Schedule 490 Required Maintenance Intervals 492 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 492: ...il will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime will sound indicating that an oil change is necessary Based on engine operation conditions the oil change indicator message will illuminate this means that service is required for your vehicle Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 500 miles 805 km NOTE The oil change indicator message will not monitor the ...

Page 493: ...t off Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required Once a Month Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required Check the fluid levels of t...

Page 494: ... size type and circumfer ence on each wheel Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case Tire rotation schedule should be followed to balance tire wear Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 492 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 495: ... of irregular wear even if it occurs before 16 000 miles 26 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Perform the first inspection at 16 000 miles 26 000 km or 12 months Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for...

Page 496: ...ntenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 32 000 miles 52 000 km Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the spark plugs 3 7L Engine Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the transfer case fluid Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary...

Page 497: ...efore 48 000 miles 78 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replac...

Page 498: ...e the ignition cables 3 7L Engine Replace the spark plugs 3 7L Engine Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary 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 if using your vehicle for any of the ...

Page 499: ...Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 80 000 miles 130 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 104 000 miles 169 000 km Inspect the brake linings ...

Page 500: ...oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 88 000 miles 143 000 km Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 498 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 501: ... four wheel disc brakes Inspect the transfer case fluid Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Inspect the front and rear axle fluid change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off ...

Page 502: ...e the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 112 000 miles 182 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks o...

Page 503: ...000 km Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front and rear axle fluid change if using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s Replace the accessory drive belt s Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENAN...

Page 504: ...fleet or frequent trailer towing Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 136 000 Miles 221 000 km or 102 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change th...

Page 505: ... boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play 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 152 000 Miles 247 000 km or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change th...

Page 506: ...work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 504 MAINTENANCE SCHED...

Page 507: ...If You Need Assistance 507 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 508 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 508 In Mexico Contact 508 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 509 Service Contract 509 䡵 Warranty Information 510 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 510 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 510 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 510 In Canada 511 䡵 Publication Order Forms 511 9 ...

Page 508: ...䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 513 Treadwear 513 Traction Grades 513 Temperature Grades 514 506 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 509: ...end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We wa...

Page 510: ...n 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 Group LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 877 426 5337 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ont...

Page 511: ...ted repairs after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer s service contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s service contract you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about the service contract call the manufacturer s...

Page 512: ...ear contain or emit chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARRANTY INFORMATION See the Warranty Information Booklet located on the DVD for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market MOPAR姞 PARTS MOPAR威 fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized deale...

Page 513: ...on about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department immedi ately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1 800 333 0510 or go to http www tc gc ca roadsafety...

Page 514: ...nts and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled ve hicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshooting and drivability procedures proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These Owner s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering...

Page 515: ...times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road charac teristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent t...

Page 516: ...ad to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repre sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overload...

Page 517: ...INDEX 10 ...

Page 518: ...sure Tires 365 Airbag 59 Airbag Deployment 73 Airbag Light 66 75 89 232 Airbag Maintenance 74 Airbag Window Side Curtain 63 Alarm Security Alarm 18 232 Alarm System Security Alarm 18 Alarm Panic 24 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antenna Satellite Radio 263 288 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 340 342 Anti Lock Warning Light 223 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Alarm 18 Anti Theft System 232 Antifree...

Page 519: ...verter 319 Auxiliary Electrical Outlet Power Outlet 198 Auxiliary Power Outlet 198 Axle Fluid 487 Axle Lubrication Axle Fluid 487 B Pillar Location 360 Battery 450 Keyless Transmitter Replacement RKE 25 Belts Seat 44 89 Body Mechanism Lubrication 453 Brake Assist System 343 Brake Control System Electronic 342 Brake Fluid 487 Brake System 462 Anti Lock ABS 340 342 Fluid Check 463 487 Master Cylinde...

Page 520: ...163 Cargo Load Floor 203 Cargo Tie Downs 205 Cellular Phone 102 293 Certification Label 393 Changing A Flat Tire 421 Chart Tire Sizing 356 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 220 443 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 87 Checks Safety 87 Child Restraint 77 78 82 84 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 81 82 Child Safety Locks 33 Clean Air Gasoline 387 Cleaning Windshield Wiper Blades 453 Climat...

Page 521: ... of Used Coolant 461 Drain Flush and Refill 458 Inspection 461 Points to Remember 461 Pressure Cap 460 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 458 485 486 Corrosion Protection 470 Cruise Light 230 Cupholders 200 Customer Assistance 507 Data Recorder Event 76 Daytime Running Lights 160 Dealer Service 445 Defroster Rear Window 209 Defroster Windshield 89 296 301 Delay Intermittent Wipers 166 Diagnostic Syst...

Page 522: ...ronic Brake Control System 342 Anti Lock Brake System 342 Brake Assist System 343 Electronic Roll Mitigation 344 Traction Control System 343 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 344 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 170 Electronic Stability Control ESC 349 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 233 Emergency In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher 420 Jacking 421 Jump Starting 428 Overheating 420 Em...

Page 523: ... 448 Overheating 420 Starting 311 Temperature Gauge 225 Engine Oil Viscosity 448 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 448 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 73 Entry System Illuminated 19 Ethanol 387 Event Data Recorder 76 Exhaust Gas Caution 88 390 Exhaust System 88 454 Exterior Finish Care 471 Exterior Lights 91 Fabric Care 473 Filters Air Cleaner 449 Air Conditioning 304 452 Engine Oil 448 486 Engine Oil...

Page 524: ...ids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 486 Fog Light Service 483 Fog Lights 157 161 221 483 Folding Rear Seat 149 Four Wheel Drive Shifting 319 322 325 328 Systems 319 325 Four Wheel Drive Operation 319 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 432 Front Axle Differential 467 Fuel 386 Additives 389 Clean Air 387 Ethanol 387 Filler Cap Gas Cap 391 Gasoline 386 Gauge 218 Materials Added 389 Methanol 387 Octane Rating 386 4...

Page 525: ...formation 17 26 133 386 General Maintenance 445 Glass Cleaning 475 Gross Axle Weight Rating 394 396 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 393 396 GVWR 393 Hands Free Phone uconnect 102 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 331 Hazard Warning Flasher 420 Head Restraints 145 Head Rests 145 Headlights 157 158 Automatic 158 Bulb Replacement 482 Cleaning 474 Delay 159 High Beam Low Beam...

Page 526: ...Door Opener Transmitter 183 Hood Release 156 Ignition 12 Key 12 Ignition Key Removal 12 Illuminated Entry 19 Immobilizer Sentry Key 14 Infant Restraint 77 78 Inflation Pressure Tires 365 Information Center Vehicle 233 Inside Rearview Mirror 98 Instrument Cluster 217 218 Instrument Panel and Controls 216 Instrument Panel Cover 473 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 475 Integrated Power Module Fuses 476...

Page 527: ... Anchors and Tether for CHildren 81 82 Latches 91 Hood 156 Lead Free Gasoline 386 Leaks Fluid 91 Life of Tires 372 Liftgate 38 Liftgate Flipper Glass 39 Light Bulbs 91 482 Lights 91 157 Airbag 66 75 89 232 Anti Lock 223 Automatic Headlights 158 Back Up 484 Battery Saver 163 Brake Assist Warning 353 Brake Warning 231 Bulb Replacement 482 Cargo 163 Cruise 230 Daytime Running 160 Dimmer Switch Headli...

Page 528: ...nated Entry 19 Instrument Cluster 157 218 Lights On Reminder 160 Low Fuel 218 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 220 Oil Pressure 223 Park 157 158 Passing 162 Rear Servicing 484 Rear Tail 484 Seat Belt Reminder 230 Service 482 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 220 Side Marker 483 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 218 376 Tow Haul Indicator 224 Traction Control 353 Transfer Case 323 329 Turn Si...

Page 529: ...dule 490 Maintenance General 445 Maintenance Sunroof 192 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 220 443 Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection 487 Manual Service 511 Marker Lights Side 483 Master Cylinder Brakes 463 Memory Feature Memory Seat 151 Memory Seat 151 Memory Seats and Radio 151 Methanol 387 Mini Trip Computer 237 Mirrors 98 Compass Temperature 99 Electric Powered 100 Electric Remote ...

Page 530: ...229 237 Oil Change Indicator Reset 229 237 Oil Filter Change 448 Oil Engine 446 486 Capacity 485 Change Interval 229 237 447 Checking 446 Dipstick 446 Disposal 448 Filter 448 486 Filter Disposal 448 Identification Logo 447 Materials Added to 448 Recommendation 447 485 Synthetic 448 Viscosity 448 485 Onboard Diagnostic System 442 443 Opener Garage Door HomeLink 183 Operating Precautions 442 Operato...

Page 531: ...ormation 360 Polishing and Waxing 471 Power Door Locks 30 Mirrors 100 Seats 139 Steering 336 337 Sunroof 189 Sunroof Sky Slider 192 468 Windows 34 Power Steering Fluid 487 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 58 Preparation for Jacking 424 Pretensioners Seat Belts 50 Programmable Electronic Features 242 Programming Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 20 Radial Ply Tires 367 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Ca...

Page 532: ...156 Reminder Lights On 160 Reminder Seat Belt 56 Remote Control Starting System 26 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 291 Remote Starting System 26 Replacement Bulbs 482 Replacement Keys 16 Replacement Parts 444 Replacement Tires 373 Reporting Safety Defects 510 Resetting Oil Change Indicator 229 237 Restraint Head 145 Restraints Child 77 Restraints Occupant 40 Retracta...

Page 533: ...men 58 Child Restraint 77 84 Extender 58 Front Seat 44 Inspection 89 Pretensioners 50 Reminder 230 Shoulder Belt Anchorage 49 Untwisting Procedure 50 Seats 138 Adjustment 138 Easy Entry 154 Head Restraints 145 Heated 140 Height Adjustment 139 Lumbar Support 144 Memory 151 Power 139 Rear Folding 149 Reclining 143 Seatback Release 149 Tilting 139 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 18 232 Selec Trac Operatio...

Page 534: ...ide View Mirror Adjustment 99 Side Window Demisters Defrosters 304 Signals Turn 91 161 221 483 484 Sky Slider Power Roof 192 468 Snow Chains Tire Chains 374 Spare Tire 368 370 423 Spark Plugs 486 Specifications Fuel Gasoline 486 Oil 447 486 Speed Control Cruise Control 170 Speedometer 221 Starting 26 311 Cold Weather 312 Engine Block Heater 313 Engine Fails to Start 312 Remote 26 Starting and Oper...

Page 535: ...tomatic ATC 298 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 225 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 81 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 18 Theft System Security Alarm 18 Tie Down Hooks Cargo 205 Tilt Steering Column 170 Time Delay Headlight 159 Tip Start 311 Tire and Loading Information Placard 360 Tire Identification Number TIN 358 Tire Markings 354 Tire Safety Information 354 Tires 91 364 513 Air Pressure 365 Chains 3...

Page 536: ...Converter Clutch 319 Tow Haul Indicator Light 224 Towing 395 435 24 Hour Towing Assistance 117 Disabled Vehicle 435 Guide 401 Recreational 411 Weight 401 Towing Assistance 117 Traction Control 343 Trailer Towing 395 Cooling System Tips 410 Hitches 400 Minimum Requirements 404 Trailer and Tongue Weight 403 Wiring 407 Trailer Towing Guide 401 Trailer Weight 401 Transaxle 314 Automatic 314 Operation ...

Page 537: ... 484 uconnect Hands Free Phone 102 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 513 Universal Transmitter 183 Unleaded Gasoline 386 Untwisting Procedure Seat Belt 50 Upholstery Care 473 Vanity Mirrors 102 Variance Compass 241 Vehicle Certification Label 393 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 7 Vehicle Loading 361 393 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 Vehicle Storage 303 Vehicle Theft Alarm Security Alarm 18 Visco...

Page 538: ...l Trim 473 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 473 Wind Buffeting 38 191 197 Window Fogging 304 Windows 34 Power 34 Windshield Defroster 89 296 301 Windshield Washers 164 166 454 Fluid 454 Windshield Wiper Blades 453 Windshield Wipers 164 Wiper Blade Replacement 453 Wiper Delay 166 Wiper Rear 209 Wipers Intermittent 166 Wipers Rain Sensitive 167 536 INDEX ...

Page 539: ...stalled properly by trained person nel The following must be observed during installation The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible The negative power connection should be made to body sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on t...

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