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Summary of Contents for Patriot 2011

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Page 5: ...VEHICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 55 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 109 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 143 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 181 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 193 8 MAINTE...

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Page 7: ...1 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION 4 ROLLOVER WARNING 4 IMPORTANT NOTICE 5 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 6 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 8 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 8 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS 8 3...

Page 8: ...d passen gers to a greater risk of injury or death To keep your vehicle running at its best have your vehicle serviced at recommended inter vals by an authorized dealer who has the qualified personnel...

Page 9: ...all them on products previ ously manufactured The Owner s Manual illustrates and describes the features that are standard or available as extra cost options Therefore some of the equipment and accesso...

Page 10: ...le at your authorized dealer When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained technicians and genuine Mopar parts and is interested in your...

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Page 12: ...E IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This num ber is also engraved on the top surface...

Page 13: ...minder 14 STEERING WHEEL LOCK IF EQUIPPED 14 To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel 14 To Release the Steering Wheel Lock 14 SENTRY KEY 14 Replacement Keys 15 Customer Key Programming 15 General Informat...

Page 14: ...h Remote Key Lock Unlock 18 Programming Additional Transmitters 18 Battery Replacement 18 General Information 19 DOOR LOCKS 19 Manual Door Locks 19 Power Door Locks 20 Child Protection Door Lock Syste...

Page 15: ...Restraints AHR 32 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert 34 Energy Management Feature 34 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 34 Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbags 35 Advanced Front Airbag...

Page 16: ...Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 51 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 52 12...

Page 17: ...o the right slightly then remove the key as described If a malfunction occurs the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable The engine can be...

Page 18: ...d the wheel to the right to engage the lock you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to disengage it If you turned the wheel to the left to engage the lock turn the wheel slightly to the left to...

Page 19: ...key to the vehicle elec tronics A blank key is one which has never been programmed See your authorized dealer if you require replacement or additional keys for your vehicle NOTE When having the Sentry...

Page 20: ...rans mitter during the arming period lamp flashing quickly The intrusion sensor will automatically be enabled the next time the security alarm is set To Disarm The System Press UNLOCK on the RKE trans...

Page 21: ...a pro grammed RKE transmitter for at least 4 sec onds 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 same time 3...

Page 22: ...buttons at the same time 3 Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the LOCK position and the key removed 4...

Page 23: ...y not cause harmful interfer ence This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal dis...

Page 24: ...throttle is pressed 5 The vehicle speed is above 15 mph 24 km h 6 The doors were not previously locked using the power door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Auto Door Locks Programm...

Page 25: ...derstanding Your Instrument Panel for fur ther information For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following procedure 1 Close all doors and place the key in the ignition 2 Within 15 seco...

Page 26: ...hicle 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 Fo...

Page 27: ...the liftgate To unlock the liftgate insert the key into the lock and turn to the right manual lock models only The liftgate can also be unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or by a...

Page 28: ...grated into the head restraint Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Cur tains SABIC for the driver and passengers seated next to a window Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Airbags if equipped An energy ab...

Page 29: ...shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions However in an accident the belt will lock and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out W...

Page 30: ...forces of an accident the best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in an accident much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the bel...

Page 31: ...der so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during an accident You are more likely to hit your head in a coll...

Page 32: ...lies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seating positions the shoulder belt can be adjus...

Page 33: ...om its stowed position in the right rear side trim panel 2 Grasp the mini latch plate and pull the belt over the seat 3 Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head restraint 4 When the bel...

Page 34: ...ert the mini latch plate into the slot provided in the trim panel Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt Position the latch plate as...

Page 35: ...sition that has a belt with this feature Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode 1 Buckle the combination lap and...

Page 36: ...ty or type of rear impact will require the Active Head Restraints AHR to deploy If a rear impact requires deployment both the driver and front passen ger seat AHRs will be deployed When AHRs deploy du...

Page 37: ...Restraint has been triggered by the fact that they have moved forward as shown in step three of the resetting procedure 1 Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat 2 Position the hands on the top of t...

Page 38: ...ler Group LLC does not recommend deactivating BeltAlert Although BeltAlert has been deactivated the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate while the driver seat belt remains unfastened E...

Page 39: ...Curtains SABIC to pro tect the driver front and rear passengers sit ting next to a window The SABIC are located above the side windows The trim covering the side airbags is labeled SRS AIRBAG This ve...

Page 40: ...or around the airbag covers or attempt to open them manually You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags may no longer be functional The protective cov ers for the airbag...

Page 41: ...upplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Cur tain SABIC do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC The area where the side curtain airbag is located should remain...

Page 42: ...he space between you and the door 5 If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person contact the Customer Center Phone numbers are provided under If You Need...

Page 43: ...If the key is in the OFF position in the ACC position or not in the ignition the airbag system is not on and the airbags will not inflate The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy...

Page 44: ...seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side airbag inflates This espe cially applies to children Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Inflator Units During coll...

Page 45: ...ome smoke like particles The particles are a nor mal by product of the process that gener ates the non toxic gas used for airbag infla tion These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or...

Page 46: ...on during the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON RUN position The Airbag Warning Light remains on after the four to eight second interval The Airbag Warning Light...

Page 47: ...small children ride in the proper restraint system Children 12 years and under should ride prop erly buckled up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when prope...

Page 48: ...ld restraint A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat A rearward facing child restraint in the front seat may be struck by a deploying passenger airbag which may cause seve...

Page 49: ...f the belt several times to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out If the belt still can t be tightened or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens...

Page 50: ...18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seatback they s...

Page 51: ...kg D ISO R2 X 1UF X X X X C ISO R3 X 1UF X X X X B ISO F2 X 1UF X X X X B1 ISO F2X X 1UF X X X X A ISO F3 X 1UF X X X X 1 X X X X X X II 15 to 25 kg 1 X X X X X X III 22 to 36 kg 1 X X X X X X Key of...

Page 52: ...d lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only Regard less of the specific type of lower attachment never install ISOFIX compatible child seats such that two seats share a common...

Page 53: ...he vehicle Installing The Child Restraint System We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Many but not all restraint systems will be equi...

Page 54: ...ve 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 limit...

Page 55: ...ainst carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly main tained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected ins...

Page 56: ...floor mats and other coverings will reduce the size of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals Check mounting of mats on a regular basis Always properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have...

Page 57: ...e after overnight park ing for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected the cause should be l...

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Page 59: ...d 60 Outside Mirror Driver Side 60 Outside Mirror Passenger Side 61 Power Mirrors 61 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 61 Power Folding Mirrors 61 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 62 Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 62...

Page 60: ...ing 83 SEATS 83 Power Seats If Equipped 84 Heated Seats If Equipped 84 Manual Front Seat Forward Rearward Adjustment 85 Manual Seat Height Adjustment If Equipped 86 Manual Lumbar If Equipped 86 Driver...

Page 61: ...Headlight Leveling System If Equipped 93 Map Reading Lights 93 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS 94 Windshield Wiper Operation 94 Intermittent Wiper System 95 Windshield Washers 95 Mist Feature 95 TILT S...

Page 62: ...tect Feature 98 Venting Sunroof Express 99 Sunshade Operation 99 Wind Buffeting 99 Sunroof Maintenance 99 Ignition Off Operation 99 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS 99 CUPHOLDERS 101 STORAGE 101 Glove Compart...

Page 63: ...Cargo Tie Down Loops 104 Fold Down Speakers If Equipped 105 REAR WINDOW FEATURES 105 Rear Window Wiper Washer 105 Rear Window Defroster 105 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK IF EQUIPPED 106 59...

Page 64: ...ind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dim ming feature is activated The sen...

Page 65: ...are located on the driver s door trim panel To adjust a mirror turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to...

Page 66: ...ds free in vehicle communications system Uconnect Phone allows you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone using simple voice commands e g Call Jim Work or Dial 151 1234 5555 Your mobile phone s...

Page 67: ...phones may not support all the Uconnect Phone features Refer to your mo bile service provider or the phone manufacturer for details The Uconnect Phone is fully integrated with the vehicle s audio syst...

Page 68: ...begin with a press of the button on the radio control head Cancel Command At any prompt after the beep you can say Cancel and you will be returned to the main menu However in a few instances the syste...

Page 69: ...he person you want to call After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the person you want to call For example you can say John Doe where John Doe is a previously stored name entry i...

Page 70: ...t downloaded names can be used Until then if available the previously downloaded phonebook is avail able for use Only the phonebook of the currently con nected mobile phone is accessible Only the mobi...

Page 71: ...a home number but you can add John Doe s work number later using the Phonebook Edit fea ture NOTE Editing phonebook entries is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Delete Uconnect Phonebook E...

Page 72: ...nect Phone will interrupt the vehicle audio system if on and will ask if you would like to answer the call Press the button to accept the call To reject the call press and hold the button until you he...

Page 73: ...you hear a single beep Redial Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Redial The Uconnect Phone will call the last num ber that was dialed from your mobile phone N...

Page 74: ...applicable with the available mobile service and area If supported this number may be pro grammable on some systems To do this press the button and say Setup followed by Emergency The Uconnect Phone d...

Page 75: ...ill then send the corresponding phone num ber associated with the phonebook entry as tones over the phone NOTE You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone network configurations this is norm...

Page 76: ...nect Phone Press the 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 transferred from your mobil...

Page 77: ...the Uconnect Phone features press the button and say Uconnect Tutorial Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the Uconnect Phone recognizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnec...

Page 78: ...s in the phonebook when the vehicle is not in motion is recommended It is not recommended to store similar sound ing names in the Uconnect Phonebook Phonebook Downloaded and Uconnect Phone Local name...

Page 79: ...sage 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...

Page 80: ...be given a choice to change it Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose con nection to the Uconnect Phone When this happens the connection can generally be re established by...

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Page 84: ...s edit emergency English delete all erase all Espanol Francais German Deutsch help home Italian Italiano language list names list phones main menu return to main menu mobile mute on mute off new entry...

Page 85: ...ton listen for the beep and say your com mand Pressing the Voice Command button while the system is speaking is known as barging in The system will be interrupted and after the beep you can add or cha...

Page 86: ...his mode you may say the following commands Frequency to change the frequency Next Station to select the next station Previous Station to select the previous station Menu Radio to switch to the radio...

Page 87: ...then say Voice Training This will train your own voice to the system and will improve recognition 2 Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by Uconnect Voice For best re sults the Voice Training se...

Page 88: ...reached WARNING Adjusting a seat while driving may be dan gerous Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death Seats should be a...

Page 89: ...that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface te...

Page 90: ...th Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seatbelts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seatbelt Manual Lumbar If Equipped The lumbar adj...

Page 91: ...Head restraints should never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a...

Page 92: ...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 NOTE The head restraints should only be re moved...

Page 93: ...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 dow...

Page 94: ...llision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only with the vehicle is parked Continued WARNING Continued It is extremely dangerous to ride in a...

Page 95: ...is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warn ing could result in serious injury or death LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights...

Page 96: ...icator fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once without moving beyond the detent and the turn signa...

Page 97: ...rate push the headlight lev eling switch until the appropriate number which corresponds to the load listed on the following chart illuminates on the switch 0 Driver only or driver and front passenger...

Page 98: ...ield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off Continued CAUTION Continued In cold weather always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the Pa...

Page 99: ...cycles after the lever is released and then resume the intermittent in terval previously selected If the lever is pulled while in the off position the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles then tur...

Page 100: ...ol System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time If this occurs the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by push ing the Electro...

Page 101: ...decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is set push the SET button If the button is continually held in the SET position the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released...

Page 102: ...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 switch will stop the moveme...

Page 103: ...nroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel Ignition Off Operation For vehicles not equippe...

Page 104: ...let Do not touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure CAUTION Many accessories that can be...

Page 105: ...for the rear passengers STORAGE Glove Compartment And Storage Bin Located on the passenger side of the instru ment panel are an upper storage bin and a lower glove compartment To open the lower glove...

Page 106: ...storage compartment lift upward on the lower handle to unlatch the lower storage compartment and lift the lid open WARNING Do not operate this vehicle with a console compartment lid in the open positi...

Page 107: ...he switch once for high twice for low and a third time to return to off Cargo Cover The cargo area trim panels include two notches for mounting the available tonneau cover that accommodates the reclin...

Page 108: ...oose and allow the child seat to come loose A child could be badly injured Use only the an chors provided for child seat tethers Continued WARNING Continued The weight and position of cargo and pas se...

Page 109: ...portion of the lever past the first detent to activate the rear washer The washer pump and the wiper will continue to operate as long as the switch is held for a maximum of 10 sec onds Upon release t...

Page 110: ...on the roof rack crossbars The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle Be sure the total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not e...

Page 111: ...hich extend over the wind shield such as wood panels or surfboards or loads with large frontal area should be secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle Continued CAUTION Continued Travel at re...

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Page 113: ...F EQUIPPED 120 Control Buttons 120 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED 121 Engine Oil Change Indicator System If Equipped 122 Compass Temperature Audio 123 Average Fuel Economy 123...

Page 114: ...Play Mode 128 List Or Browse Mode 129 Bluetooth Streaming Audio BTSA 130 NAVIGATION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 131 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS 131 Radio Operation 131 CD Player 131 CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE...

Page 115: ...artment 11 ESC OFF Switch If Equipped 2 Demisters 7 Climate Controls 12 Heated Seat Switch If Equipped 3 Instrument Cluster 8 Power Outlet 13 Headlamp Leveling Switch 4 Radio 9 Heated Seat Switch If E...

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Page 117: ...soon as possible If the light is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle ma...

Page 118: ...light inspected by an authorized dealer 11 Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check During the bul...

Page 119: ...ash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level conditions The vehicle should have service performed and the brake fluid level checked If brake failure is indicated immediate...

Page 120: ...s to the H red mark the instrument cluster will sound a chime Pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If...

Page 121: ...t reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating pr...

Page 122: ...indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving...

Page 123: ...lectronic Stability Control ESC Malfunction Indicator Light If Equipped The ESC Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN posi...

Page 124: ...ON position Wait until the glow plug light turns off then start the vehicle MINI TRIP COMPUTER IF EQUIPPED The Mini Trip Computer is located in the instru ment cluster and features a driver interacti...

Page 125: ...hicle information warning message dis plays Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Compass heading Outside temperature display Trip computer functions Audio mode display Tire Pressure Monito...

Page 126: ...elease the COMPASS button to display one of eight com pass readings and the outside temperature or to exit sub menus SELECT Button Press and release the SELECT button for access to main menus sub menu...

Page 127: ...RESET or show dashes for two seconds Then the history information will be erased and the averaging will continue from the last fuel reading before the reset Distance To Empty DTE Shows the estimated d...

Page 128: ...hen Driver s Door 1st is selected only the driver s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter UN LOCK button and require a second press to unlock the remaining lo...

Page 129: ...libration When the vehicle is new the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display CAL until the compass is calibrated You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 degree t...

Page 130: ...Compass Variance Map 126...

Page 131: ...e one or more 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal or metallic ob jects until the CAL indicator turns off The compass will now function normally SOUND SYSTEMS Refer to your Sound Systems...

Page 132: ...rack title album etc information on the radio display The audio device can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play Browse and List the iPod contents The audio device battery charges when plugged...

Page 133: ...nd then forward to the next song To stop SCAN mode and start playing the de sired track when it is playing the track press the SCAN button again During Scan mode pressing the SEEK and SEEK but tons wi...

Page 134: ...e vehicle in extreme heat or cold can alter the operation or damage the device Follow the device manufacturer s guidelines Placing items on the iPod or external USB device or connections to the iPod o...

Page 135: ...the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available AM FM SAT CD HDD AUX VES etc The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center The functio...

Page 136: ...moved 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 t...

Page 137: ...ate this control to choose from several patterns of air distribu tion You can select ei ther a primary mode as identified by the sym bols on the control or a blend of two of these modes The closer the...

Page 138: ...mended The use of the recirculation mode in cold or damp weather will cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle Select the Out side Air position for maximum def...

Page 139: ...imply allowing the system to function auto matically Selecting the O OFF position on the blower control stops the system completely and closes the outside air intake The recommended setting for maximu...

Page 140: ...ement of manual override features which consist of Blower Pre ferred Automatic Mode Preferred Automatic or Blower and Mode Preferred Automatic This means the operator can override the blower the mode...

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Page 142: ...demist outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the wind shield Def...

Page 143: ...his time If you would like the system to go into Recirculation Mode you must first move the Mode knob to Panel Panel Floor and then press the Recirculation button This feature reduces the possibility...

Page 144: ...e 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 ple num they could plug the...

Page 145: ...Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 141...

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Page 147: ...me Cold Weather below 20 F or 29 C 148 If Engine Fails To Start 148 After Starting 148 Normal Starting Diesel Engine 148 MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED 149 Downshifting 149 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IF...

Page 148: ...TEM 157 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 158 Brake Assist System BAS 158 Traction Control System TCS 158 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 158 Hill Start Assist HSA Manual Transmission Only 159 Electronic Stab...

Page 149: ...RE CHAINS 167 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS 168 FUEL REQUIREMENTS GASOLINE ENGINE 168 Methanol 169 Ethanol 169 Clean Air Gasoline 169 MMT in Gasoline 169 Materials Added to Fuel 170 FUEL REQUIREMENTS...

Page 150: ...er Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 174 Trailer And Tongue Weight 175 Towing Requirements 175 Towing Tips 179 Trailer Hitch Attaching Points 179 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC 1...

Page 151: ...position and release it as soon as the starter engages The starter motor will continue to run and it will disengage auto matically when the engine is running If the engine fails to start the starter...

Page 152: ...ing Diesel Engine 1 Apply the brake press the clutch pedal to the floor shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and turn the ignition key to the ON position NOTE The engine will not start unless the clutc...

Page 153: ...n a six speed is recom mended Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged This will cause abnormal wear on the c...

Page 154: ...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 acceler ate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control o...

Page 155: ...e Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally in jured Do not leave the ignition key in the ignition switch A child co...

Page 156: ...r ratio will be selected In like manner moving the shift lever to will activate AutoStick and shift to the next lower manual ratio After AutoStick is activated the manual ratio se lected is displayed...

Page 157: ...d for cornering at the same speeds as conventional two wheel drive vehicles any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily in off road conditions If at all possible avoid s...

Page 158: ...ited 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 accu rate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only...

Page 159: ...umber of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally in jured Do not leave the key in the ignition switch A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Be sure the...

Page 160: ...he vehicle or will make your vehicle harder to control You could have a collision Have the vehicle checked immedi ately Anti Lock Brake System ABS The ABS provides increased vehicle stability and brak...

Page 161: ...ed and accelerated past 7 mph 11 km h ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions ABS inducing conditions can include ice snow gravel bumps railroad tracks loose debris o...

Page 162: ...n very slippery surfaces or hydroplaning The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of...

Page 163: ...ill release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill The system will release brake pressure in proportion to amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended dire...

Page 164: ...by the driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle When the actual path does not match the intended path ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over...

Page 165: ...off road driving however ESC function returns to provide the stability feature at speeds above 35 mph 56 km h The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light will always be illu minated when ESC is off...

Page 166: ...isfactory operation of your vehicle Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under inflation increases...

Page 167: ...period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum infla tion pressure molded into the tire sidewall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures...

Page 168: ...information If your vehicle is not equipped with an original equipment tire and wheel as a spare a non matching temporary emergency use spare may be equipped with your vehicle Temporary use spares ar...

Page 169: ...e tire is for temporary emergency use only This tire is identified by a label located on the limited use spare wheel This label contains the driving limitations for this spare This tire may look like...

Page 170: ...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 failu...

Page 171: ...ol and have a collision Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can re sult in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control CAUTION Replacing original tires with t...

Page 172: ...le with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Refer...

Page 173: ...fuel containing no more than 10 ethanol Purchasing your fuel from a reputable supplier may reduce the risk of exceeding this 10 limit and or of receiving fuel with abnormal proper ties It should also...

Page 174: ...nd odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period If the ve hicle is stopped in an...

Page 175: ...uel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full NOTE When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is fu...

Page 176: ...GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Gross Trailer Weight GTW Th...

Page 177: ...d by the maximum width of the front of a trailer Breakaway Cable Attachment European braking regulations for braked trail ers up to 7 700 lbs 3 500 kg require trailers to be fitted with either a secon...

Page 178: ...ine Transmission Max GTW Gross Trailer Wt Unbraked Max GTW Gross Trailer Wt Braked Max Tongue Wt See Note 1 2 4L Auto Man 1 000 lbs 450 kg 3 300 lbs 1 500 kg 165 lbs 75 kg 2 2L Diesel Man 1 000 lbs 45...

Page 179: ...a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 805 km the new vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 805 km that a trailer is towed do not drive...

Page 180: ...rating for proper tire replacement procedures Re placing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limits Towing Requirements Trailer Brakes Do not inter...

Page 181: ...icle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Pin Number Function Wire Color 1 Left Turn Signal Yellow 2 Rear Fog Light Blue 3 Ground Common Return White 4 Right Turn Signal Green 5 Right...

Page 182: ...ghts Red Black 9 Permanent Power Supply 12V Brown White 10 Power Supply Controlled by Igni tion Switch 12V Red 11a Return for Contact Pin 10 White Pin Number Function Wire Color 12 Reserve for Fu ture...

Page 183: ...actions City Driving When stopped for short periods of time shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily Traile...

Page 184: ...Rear No No On Trailer All OK OK CAUTION Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with a automatic transmission Damage to the drivetrain will result If these vehicles re quire towing make sure all drive wh...

Page 185: ...KING AND TIRE CHANGING 184 Jack Location 184 Spare Tire Stowage 184 Preparations For Jacking 184 Jacking Instructions 185 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES 187 Preparations For Jump Start 187 Jump Starting Pro...

Page 186: ...TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 192 With Ignition Key 192 Without The Ignition Key 192 182...

Page 187: ...crease engine idle speed NOTE There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition If your air conditioner A C is on turn it off The A C system adds heat to the engine coolin...

Page 188: ...d up vehicle is danger ous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack Never start or run the engine whil...

Page 189: ...Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be ra...

Page 190: ...k ing locations in the body Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged 4 Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location Once the...

Page 191: ...e Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided 10 Place the deflated flat tire in the cargo area Have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible WARNING A loose tire thr...

Page 192: ...ontain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the autom...

Page 193: ...the booster battery let the engine idle a few min utes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery Once the engine is started remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence...

Page 194: ...km h or drivetrain damage may result Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheat ing and failure It can also damage the tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 m...

Page 195: ...ceptacle is located behind a door located on the left rear bumper fascia To install the tow eye open the door using the vehicle key or a small screwdriver and thread the tow eye into the receptacle In...

Page 196: ...n be towed with the front wheels elevated FWD or AWD vehicles can be towed on a flatbed truck all wheels OFF the ground All Transmissions If you must use the accessories wipers de froster etc while be...

Page 197: ...198 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 198 REPLACEMENT PARTS 198 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 198 Engine Oil 199 Engine Oil Filter 201 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engine 201 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Dies...

Page 198: ...r Unit PTU AWD 4WD Models Only 211 Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion 211 FUSES 214 Integrated Power Module 214 VEHICLE STORAGE 216 REPLACEMENT BULBS 216 BULB REPLACEMENT 217 Headlamps 217...

Page 199: ...Reservoir 6 Battery Under Cover 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 Air Cleaner Filter 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 Coolant Pressure Cap 4 Engine Oil Fill 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Integrated Power Module...

Page 200: ...Reservoir 6 Battery Under Cover 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 Air Cleaner Filter 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 Coolant Pressure Cap 4 Engine Oil Fill 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Integrated Power Module...

Page 201: ...COMPARTMENT 2 2L DIESEL 1 Washer Fluid Reservoir 5 Integrated Power Module Fuses 2 Engine Oil Fill 6 Battery 3 Air Cleaner Filter 7 Engine Oil Dipstick 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 Engine Coolant Reservo...

Page 202: ...ll soon occur Immediate service is required Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message After fuel is added the vehicle diagnostic sys tem can determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose or improperly instal...

Page 203: ...tarting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and only when t...

Page 204: ...ine oil is not available Engine Oil Selection Diesel Engine For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recommends only Synthetic Die sel engin...

Page 205: ...r cleaner unless such re moval is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed Failure to do so can...

Page 206: ...any other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related acces sories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands...

Page 207: ...cks door hinge pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease such as MOPAR Spray White Lube or equivalent to as...

Page 208: ...be detected inside the vehicle or when the under side or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent technician inspect the complete ex haust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged det...

Page 209: ...e vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected for a prolonged period Cooling System WARNING When...

Page 210: ...engine coolant and may plug the radiator This vehicle has not been designed for use with Propylene Glycol based engine cool ant antifreeze Use of Propylene Glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is no...

Page 211: ...cle Personal injury or engine damage may result Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your...

Page 212: ...overy bottle overflow 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...

Page 213: ...performance The proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder reservoir To avoid contamination from foreign matter or mois...

Page 214: ...components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Fluid Level Check The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be checked only by a trained techni cian Fluid And Fil...

Page 215: ...ary according to geographic locations and usage Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly cor rosive to t...

Page 216: ...ne shields behind each wheel Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint or equivalent on scratches as soon as possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Wheel And Wheel Trim C...

Page 217: ...fferent lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output avoid wiping with a dry cloth To remove road dirt wash with a mild soap...

Page 218: ...them Replace the seat belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly Dry with a soft cloth FUSES Integrated Power Module The Integrated Power Module is located in the engi...

Page 219: ...trusion Module Siren If Equipped 22 10 Amp Red Heating AC Compass 23 15 Amp Lt Blue Auto Shutdown Relay 24 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Sunroof 25 10 Amp Red Heated Mirror If Equipped 26 15 Amp Lt Blue Auto S...

Page 220: ...Ignition Off Draw Or disconnect the negative cable from the battery Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle...

Page 221: ...m housing CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol R...

Page 222: ...oling System 2 4L Engine MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula HOAT Hy brid Organic Additive Technology or equivalent 7 2 Quarts 6 8 Liters 2 2L Diesel Engine MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 5...

Page 223: ...MB 229 31 or MB 229 51 may be used when SAE 5W 20 engine oil is not available Engine Oil Gasoline Engine ACEA Catego ries For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils...

Page 224: ...0W 90 API GL 5 or equivalent non synthetic product Power Transfer Unit PTU MOPAR Gear Axle Lubricant SAE 80W 90 API GL 5 or equivalent non synthetic product Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J...

Page 225: ...8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 222 Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engine 222 Maintenance Schedule Diesel Engine 234 221...

Page 226: ...quired if the vehicle is operated under Severe Duty Conditions later in this section NOTE The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change Change your vehicle s oil...

Page 227: ...l transmission fluid level CAUTION Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the follow...

Page 228: ...chedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary...

Page 229: ...vice Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the spark plugs Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc...

Page 230: ...ner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the CV joints Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Author...

Page 231: ...trailer towing snow plowing heavy loading taxi police delivery service commercial service off road desert operation or more than 50 of your driving is at sustained speeds during hot weather above 90 F...

Page 232: ...filter Rotate tires If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings replace if necessar...

Page 233: ...Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals replace if nec...

Page 234: ...ny of the following trailer towing snow plowing heavy loading taxi police delivery service commercial service off road desert operation or more than 50 of your driving is at sustained speeds during ho...

Page 235: ...any of the following frequent trailer towing snow plowing heavy loading taxi police delivery service commercial service off road desert operation or more than 50 of your driving is at sustained speeds...

Page 236: ...f 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 Replace the air con...

Page 237: ...competent mechanic 150 000 Miles 240 000 km or 240 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the spark...

Page 238: ...nge Change the engine oil filter Replace engine air cleaner filter Inspect the exhaust system Inspect the brake linings hoses and cali pers Inspect the CV joints and suspension com ponents Check the c...

Page 239: ...necessary Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Replace the fuel filter Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 45 000...

Page 240: ...g snow plowing heavy loading taxi police delivery service commercial service off road desert operation or more than 50 of your driving is at sustained speeds during hot weather above 90 F 32 C Inspect...

Page 241: ...eplace if necessary Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer 90 000 Miles 150 000 k...

Page 242: ...l and engine oil filter Rotate tires Replace engine air cleaner filter Flush and replace engine coolant Inspect the brake linings Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped Inspect the CV joints...

Page 243: ...d add as needed Drain and replace fluid if vehicle is used for any of the following frequent trailer towing snow plowing heavy loading taxi police delivery service commercial service off road desert o...

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Page 245: ...YOU NEED ASSISTANCE 244 ARGENTINA 244 AUSTRALIA 244 AUSTRIA 244 BALANCE OF THE CARIBBEAN 244 BELGIUM 244 BOLIVIA 244 BRAZIL 244 BULGARIA 245 CHILE 245 CHINA 245 COLOMBIA 245 COSTA RICA 245 CROATIA 24...

Page 246: ...STONIA 246 FINLAND 246 FRANCE 246 GERMANY 246 GRAND DUCHY OF LUXEMBOURG 246 GREECE 246 GUATEMALA 246 HONDURAS 247 HUNGARY 247 IRELAND 247 ITALY 247 LATVIA 247 LITHUANIA 247 NETHERLANDS 247 NEW ZEALAND...

Page 247: ...48 PORTUGAL 248 PUERTO RICO AND US VIRGIN ISLANDS 248 ROMANIA 248 RUSSIA 248 SLOVENIA 248 SPAIN 248 SWEDEN 248 SWITZERLAND 249 TAIWAN 249 TURKEY 249 UKRAINE 249 UNITED KINGDOM 249 URUGUAY 249 VENEZUEL...

Page 248: ...e s delivery date and current odometer distance Service history of your vehicle An accurate description of the problem and the conditions under which it occurs ARGENTINA Chrysler Argentina S A Bouleva...

Page 249: ...Colombia Tel 57 1 4236700 Fax 57 1 410 5667 COSTA RICA AutoStar La Uruca frente al Banco Nacional San Jos Costa Rica Tel 506 295 0000 Fax 506 295 0052 CROATIA EUROLINE d o o Kovinska 5 10 000 Zagreb...

Page 250: ...7 485 FRANCE Chrysler France Parc de Rocquencourt BP100 F 78153 Le Chesnay Cedex Tel 33 1 39 23 56 00 Fax 33 1 39 23 57 92 GERMANY Chrysler Deutschland GmbH Englische Stra e 30 D 10587 Berlin Telefon...

Page 251: ...com LATVIA TC MOTORS LTD 40 Krasta Str LV 1003 Riga Tel 07 812 312 FAX 07 812 313 LITHUANIA Silberauto AS Laisves av 125 A LT 2022 VILNIUS Tel 02 301037 Fax 02 301036 NETHERLANDS Chrysler Nederland B...

Page 252: ...s S A P O Box 191857 San Juan 009191857 Tel 7877825757 Fax 7877823345 ROMANIA S C Auto Rom S R L Bucuresti Bd Expozitiei nr 2 RO 78334 Tel 01 2240020 25 Fax 01 2241638 RUSSIA Chrysler RUS SAO 39A Leni...

Page 253: ...utoCapital Velyka Vasylkivska str 15 01004 Kyiv Tel 38 044 206 8888 Fax 38 044 206 8889 UNITED KINGDOM Chrysler UK Ltd Tongwell Milton Keynes MK15 8BA Tel 01908 301090 Fax 01908 301203 URUGUAY Malunix...

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Page 258: ...ce Care 211 Automatic Dimming Mirror 60 Automatic Door Locks 20 21 Automatic Temperature Control ATC 135 Automatic Transaxle 13 147 150 184 210 Fluid Level Check 210 Interlock System 150 Overheating 1...

Page 259: ...7 208 Pressure Cap 207 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 206 Corrosion Protection 211 Cruise Light 116 Cupholders 102 Customer Assistance 244 Data Recorder Event 42 Defroster Rear Window 105 Defroster W...

Page 260: ...10 Power Steering 154 Fluid Brake 220 Fluids 219 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 219 Fog Lights 92 119 217 Fog Lights Rear 120 Folding Rear Seat 89 Folding Rear Seat Sedan 89 Four Wheel Drive 153...

Page 261: ...187 Key In Reminder 14 Key Programming 15 Key Replacement 15 Key Sentry Immobilizer 14 Keyless Entry System Sedan 16 Keys 13 Lane Change and Turn Signals 114 217 Lane Change Assist 92 Lap Shoulder Bel...

Page 262: ...uel 169 Mini Trip Computer 120 Mirrors 60 Compass Temperature 60 Electric Powered 61 Electric Remote 61 Exterior Folding 61 Heated 61 62 Outside 60 Power Folding 61 Rearview 60 Vanity 62 Modifications...

Page 263: ...nt 203 Reminder Seat Belt 34 Remote Control Door Locks 16 Remote Keyless Entry Sedan 16 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 131 Replacement Bulbs 216 Replacement Keys 15 Replacement Parts 198 Replaceme...

Page 264: ...Stuck Freeing 189 Sun Roof 98 Sun Visor Extension 62 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 35 Synthetic Engine Oil 200 System Navigation uconnect gps 131 Tachometer 114 Taillights 217 Temperature Contr...

Page 265: ...Your Instrument Panel 111 Universal Child Seat Position Chart 46 Universal Consumer Interface UCI Connector 127 Vanity Mirrors 62 Variance Compass 125 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 8 Vehicle Modif...

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