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3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head
restraint.

4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the mini-
latch plate into the mini-buckle until you hear a “click.”

5. Sit back in the seat. Slide the regular latch plate up the
webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around
your lap.

6. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”

Routing The Rear Center Shoulder Belt

Connecting Mini-Latch To Buckle

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Summary of Contents for Patriot 2011

Page 1: ...Patriot 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 89 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 441 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 457 10 INDEX 467 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...

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Page 9: ...lt in damage to your vehicle If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also appears on the vehicle registration and title Vehicle Identification Number 1 INTRODUCTION...

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: ... Key威 14 Replacement Keys 15 Customer Key Programming 16 General Information 17 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm If Equipped 17 To Arm The System 17 To Disarm The System 18 Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override 18 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry RKE If Equipped 18 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 19 Remote Key Unlock Driver Door All First Press 19 Illuminated Approach If Equipped 20 2 ...

Page 12: ...25 䡵 Door Locks 27 Manual Door Locks 27 Power Door Locks 28 Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors 32 䡵 Power Windows If Equipped 33 Power Window Switches 33 Auto Down 34 Window Lockout Switch 35 䡵 Liftgate 35 䡵 Occupant Restraints 37 Lap Shoulder Belts 41 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 46 Second Row Center Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 47 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Pr...

Page 13: ...egnant Women 59 Supplemental Restraint System SRS Air Bags 60 Advanced Front Air Bag Features 62 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls 66 Event Data Recorder EDR 73 Child Restraints 74 䡵 Engine Break In Recommendations 83 䡵 Safety Tips 84 Transporting Passengers 84 Exhaust Gas 84 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 85 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 87 2 T...

Page 14: ...ealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place Ignition Key Removal 1 Place the shift lever in PARK if equipped with an automatic transmission 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ACC Accessory position 3 Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate the key to the LOCK position 4 Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder Vehicle Key 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 15: ...opped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service WARNING 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 keys in the ignition A child could operate power win dows other controls or move the vehicle Do not leave children or animals inside parked v...

Page 16: ... will not function 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 armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked The system uses ignition keys that have an embedded electronic chip transponder to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation Therefore only key...

Page 17: ...t ible with some after market remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Replacement Keys NOTE Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle Once a Sentry Key威 is programmed t...

Page 18: ...nger than 15 seconds Then turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first key 3 Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position within 15 seconds After 10 seconds a chime will sound In addition the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the second key 4 Insert a blan...

Page 19: ...e that may be received including interference that may cause unde sired operation VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM IF EQUIPPED This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors liftgate and ignition switch for unauthorized operation When the alarm is activated the interior switches for door locks are disabled The Vehicle Security Alarm provides both audio and visual signals the horn will sound the headlights p...

Page 20: ... Disarm The System Press UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter or insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate t...

Page 21: ...s equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Cus tomer Programmable Features in Understanding 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 RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds but no longer th...

Page 22: ...rmation NOTE None of the courtesy lights will operate if the dimmer control is in the defeat position extreme downward position unless the overhead map reading lights are turned on manually To Lock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit ter to lock all doors and liftgate The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal Sound ...

Page 23: ...utton on the RKE transmit ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock Unlock This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE ...

Page 24: ... the Vehicle Security Alarm Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm Using The Panic Alarm 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 park lights will fl...

Page 25: ...ration NOTE 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 the RKE transmitter The expected life of a battery is five years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower...

Page 26: ...lean it with rubbing alcohol 3 To reassemble the RKE transmitter case snap the two halves together NOTE If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw reinstall and tighten the screw until snug REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter to start the engine conve niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security The system has a ran...

Page 27: ...in a closed garage or confined area Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon oxide CO which is odorless and colorless Car bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled Keep Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters away from children Operation of the Remote Start System windows door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death Remote Start Abort Message On Electron...

Page 28: ...lamps will turn on and remain on during Remote Start mode For security power window and power sunroof op eration if equipped are disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode The engine can be started two consecutive times two 15 minute cycles with the RKE transmitter However the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON RUN position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycl...

Page 29: ...e 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 switch and turn the switch to the ON RUN position NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON RUN position in order to drive the vehicle DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Use the manual door lock knob to lock the doors fr...

Page 30: ...l injuries or death CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is located on the driver s and front passenger s door panel Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate NOTE To prevent from locking the key in the vehicle the power...

Page 31: ...ly locked using the power door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Automatic Door Locks Programming The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or disabled as follows For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Un derstanding Your Ins...

Page 32: ...these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting NOTE If you do not hear the chime it means that the system did not enter the programming mode and you will need to repeat the procedure Use the Automatic Door Locks feature in accordance with local laws Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit The doors will unlock automatically if 1 The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en abled...

Page 33: ...he ignition 2 Within 15 seconds cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON RUN and then back to LOCK four times ending up in the LOCK position do not start the engine 3 Within 30 seconds press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock 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 If yo...

Page 34: ...d with Child Protection Door Lock system To Engage Or Disengage The Child Protection Door Lock System 1 Open the rear door 2 Insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the LOCK or UNLOCK position 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door Child Protection Door Lock Location 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 35: ... the driver s door trim panel control all the door windows There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel which oper ate the passenger door windows The window controls will operate when the ignition switch is in the ON RUN or ACC position NOTE For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC the power window switches will remain active for 45 second...

Page 36: ...formation WARNING Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unattended children can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death Auto Down The driver s door window switch has an Auto Down feature Push the window switch past the first detent release and the window wi...

Page 37: ...is used to start the vehicle is also used to lock or unlock the doors and open 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 activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors The central locking unlocking feature if equipped can al...

Page 38: ... liftgate handle pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion Although the liftgate has no inside release mechanism the liftgate trim panel includes an opening with a snap in cap that provides access to release the latch in the event of an electrical system malfunction WARNING Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison ous exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your passengers could be injur...

Page 39: ...s for the driver and all passengers Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passen ger Supplemental Active Head Restraints AHR located on top of the front seats integrated into the head restraint Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC for the driver and passengers seated next to a window Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags if equipped An energy absorbing steering column and s...

Page 40: ...ir Bags have a multistage inflator design This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on the severity and type of collision Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag 1 Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat WARNING Infants in rear facing child restraints should never ride in the front s...

Page 41: ...oved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front Air Bags room to inflate 4 Do not lean against the door or window If your vehicle has side air bags and deployment occurs the side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door 5 If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person contact the Customer Center Phone numbers ar...

Page 42: ... can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause an accident that includes you This can happen far away from home or on your own street Research has shown th...

Page 43: ...ly injured or killed Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the ...

Page 44: ...rating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is along side the pillar near the back of your seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear...

Page 45: ...ly causing internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly In a sudden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly Continued Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 ...

Page 46: ...elt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during an accident You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt th...

Page 47: ...it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 6 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in an accident and leave you with no protection Inspect...

Page 48: ...s 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 average you will prefer a higher position When you ...

Page 49: ...nd buckle which allows the shoulder belt to detach from the lower anchor when the seat is folded The mini buckle and shoulder belt can then be stored out of the way in the right side trim panel for added convenience 1 Remove the mini latch and regular latch from its stowed position in the right rear side trim panel 2 Grasp the mini latch plate and pull the belt over the seat Mini Latch Stowage 2 T...

Page 50: ... you hear a click 5 Sit back in the seat Slide the regular latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap 6 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Routing The Rear Center Shoulder Belt Connecting Mini Latch To Buckle 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 51: ... belt A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in an accident 8 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 9 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle Rear Center Seat Belt Buckled Detaching Mini Latch And Buckle 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 ...

Page 52: ...cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate 4 Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions The seat belts in the passe...

Page 53: ...ion Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The Automatic Locking Mode is avail able on all passenger seating positions with a combina tion lap shoulder belt Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a chi...

Page 54: ...ctor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on accident This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed...

Page 55: ...cupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Like the air bags the preten sioners are single use items A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately Supplemental Active Head Restraints AHR These head restraints are passive deployable compo nents and vehicles with this eq...

Page 56: ... occupant s head and the AHR This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts NOTE The Active Head Restraints AHR may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact However if during a front impact a secondary rear impact occurs the AHR may deploy based on the sever ity and type of the impact Activ...

Page 57: ...rstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Resetting Active Head Restraints AHR If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in an accident you must reset the head restraint on the driver s and front passenger seat You can recognize when the Active Head Restraint has been triggered by the fact that they have moved forward as shown in step three of the resetting procedure 1 Grasp the deployed AHR from t...

Page 58: ...own to engage the locking mechanism 4 The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half 1 Downward Movement 2 Rearward Movement 3 Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 59: ...inder Light will turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are fastened BeltAlert威 triggers within 60 seconds of vehicle speed over 5 mph 8 km h The reminder sequence lasts for 96 seconds or until the respective seat belts are fastened After the sequence completes the Seat Belt Reminder Light remains illuminated until front belts are fastened The driver should instruct all other occupants ...

Page 60: ...and buckle the driver or front passenger seat belt 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position and wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off 3 Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the ON RUN position unbuckle and then re buckle the driver or front passenger seat belt at least three times within 10 seconds ending with the seat belt buckled NOTE Watch for the Seat Belt R...

Page 61: ...an accident Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating positions Remove and store the extender when not needed 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 ac...

Page 62: ...enter of the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers NOTE These air bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Advanced Air Bags Advanced Front Air Bag And Knee Bolster Locations 1 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bags 2 Knee Bolster 60 THINGS TO KN...

Page 63: ...ag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window The SABIC are located above the side windows The trim covering the side air bags is labeled SRS AIRBAG This vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB to provide enhanced protection for an occupant during a side impact The Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags are l...

Page 64: ...ont Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC which may receive information from the front impact sensors The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requ...

Page 65: ...r bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating Do not drill cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights stereos citizen band radios etc Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB If Equipped Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a ...

Page 66: ...upants in addition to that provided by the body structure Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The SABIC air bags deploy downward covering both windows on the impact side NOTE Should a vehicle rollover occur the pretensioners and or SAB and SABIC curtains on both sides of the vehicle ma...

Page 67: ...ntinued WARNING Continued Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the side air bags the perfor mance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks t...

Page 68: ... required depending on the severity and type of impact Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and type of collision Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear side or rollover collisions The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all frontal...

Page 69: ...ower supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment Also the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approxi mately four to eight seconds for a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part ...

Page 70: ...fferent air bag inflation rates are possible based on the collision type and severity The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size The air bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes The air bags then quickly deflate whil...

Page 71: ... SABIC air bags depending on the severity and type of collision In these events the ORC will deploy the SABIC only on the impact side of the vehicle A quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain air bag The inflating side curtain air bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window The air bag inflates in about 30 milliseconds about one quart...

Page 72: ... the ORC will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow ing functions Cut off fuel to the engine Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is turned off Turn on the interior lights which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed Unlock the doors automatically If A Deployment Occurs T...

Page 73: ...that generates the non toxic gas used for air bag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s in structions for cleaning Do not driv...

Page 74: ...rself Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system Continued WARNING Continued Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag system The air bag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air bag system service If your seat includ ing your trim cover and cushion needs to be s...

Page 75: ...ated gauges are not working the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC may also be disabled The air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection Promptly check the fuse block for blown fuses Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper air bag fuses See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event da...

Page 76: ...red during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equip ment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all time...

Page 77: ...hildren ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs 9 kg Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system Refer to LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and...

Page 78: ...r the LATCH child restraint anchorage system Refer to LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren The belt positioning booster seat is for children weigh ing more than 40 lbs 18 kg but who are still too small to fit the vehicle s seat belts properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s cushion while the child s back is against the seatback they sho...

Page 79: ...ke sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle 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 for weight and height limits Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint If you install the restraint improperly it may not work when you need it Installing Child Restraints U...

Page 80: ...tractor As the belt retracts you will hear a ratcheting sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode 2 Finally pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint Any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary In the rear seat you may have trouble tightening the lap shoulder belt on ...

Page 81: ...k should use the lap shoulder belt in a rear seat Make sure that the child is upright in the seat The lap portion 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 of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the shoulder bel...

Page 82: ...oard position but you must use the vehicle s seat belt at the center position If your child restraints are not LATCH compatible you can only install the child restraints using the vehicle s seat belts Please refer to Installing The Child Restraint System for typical installation instruc tions Child restraints systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available ...

Page 83: ...If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with and never leave you...

Page 84: ...ll be installed as we have described here Again carefully follow the instruc tions that come with the child restraint system NOTE If your child restraint seat is not LATCH compatible install the restraint using the vehicle seat belts WARNING An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchor position directly behind the chi...

Page 85: ...hrottle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri mental and should be avoided The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur For th...

Page 86: ...ats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO follow these safety tips Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer...

Page 87: ...xhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision Rear seat belt assembl...

Page 88: ...ely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per sonal injury Continued WARNING Continued Always make sure that floor mats are properly attached to the floor mat fasteners Never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and inter fering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehic...

Page 89: ...terns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks Inspect sidewalls for cuts cracks and bulges Check the wheel nuts for tightness Check the tires including spare for proper cold inflation pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator ...

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Page 91: ...ver Side 96 Outside Mirror Passenger Side 96 Folding Outside Mirrors 97 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 97 Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 98 Sun Visor Sliding Feature 98 䡵 Uconnect Phone If Equipped 98 Operation 100 Phone Call Features 108 Uconnect Phone Features 110 Advanced Phone Connectivity 115 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone 117 General Information 128 3 ...

Page 92: ...138 Driver s Seatback Recline 139 Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat 140 Head Restraints 140 Folding Rear Seat 144 Reclining Rear Seat If Equipped 146 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood 146 䡵 Lights 148 Multifunction Lever 148 Headlights And Parking Lights 148 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 149 Lights On Reminder 149 Fog Lights If Equipped 149 Turn Signals 150 High Low Beam Switch 150 Flash To Pass 150 ...

Page 93: ... 158 To Deactivate 158 To Resume Speed 159 To Vary The Speed Setting 159 To Accelerate For Passing 159 䡵 Garage Door Opener If Equipped 160 Programming HomeLink威 161 Gate Operator Canadian Programming 164 Using HomeLink威 164 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 Button 165 Security 165 Troubleshooting Tips 165 General Information 166 䡵 Power Sunroof If Equipped 166 Opening Sunroof Express 167 Opening S...

Page 94: ...uipped 172 䡵 Cupholders 174 䡵 Storage 175 Glove Compartment And Storage Bin 175 Door Storage 176 䡵 Console Features 177 䡵 Cargo Area Features 178 Cargo Light Removable Self Recharging Flashlight 178 Cargo Cover 179 Removable Load Floor 181 Cargo Tie Down Loops 182 Fold Down Speakers If Equipped 183 䡵 Rear Window Features 184 Rear Window Wiper Washer 184 Rear Window Defroster 185 䡵 Roof Luggage Rac...

Page 95: ...r 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 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 ...

Page 96: ...light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate CAUTION 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 Automatic Dimming Mirror 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHI...

Page 97: ...n the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in th...

Page 98: ... of the view obtained on the inside mirror Outside Mirror Passenger Side Adjust the convex outside mirror to center on the adja cent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Driver s Side Mirror Directions Passenger Side Mirror Directions 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 99: ... side mirror Folding Outside Mirrors The outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved manually either forward or rearward to resist damage The hinges have three detent positions full forward full rearward and normal Heated Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster Refer to Rear Window Features in Unders...

Page 100: ...r mobile phone using simple voice commands e g Call ѧ Mike ѧ Work or Dial ѧ 248 555 1212 Your mobile phone s audio is transmitted through your vehi cle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the Uconnect Phone NOTE The Uconnect Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth威 Hands Free Profile Ver sion 0 96 or higher See the Uconnect website for supporte...

Page 101: ...e vehicle s Uconnect Phone The Uconnect Phone allows up to seven mobile phones to be linked to the system Only one linked or paired mobile phone can be used with the system at a time The system is available in English Spanish or French languages WARNING Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use All attention should be kept on the r...

Page 102: ...h as CELL or caller ID on certain radios Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone menu structure Voice commands are required after most Uconnect Phone prompts You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options Prior to giving a voice command one must wait for the beep which follows the Ready...

Page 103: ...e button and follow the audible prompts for directions Uconnect Phone sessions 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 system will take you back to the previous menu Pair Link Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone To begin using your Uconnect Phone y...

Page 104: ... 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 your Uconnect System The priority allows the Uconnect Phone to know which mobile phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the vehicle at the same time For example if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle the Uconnect Phone will use ...

Page 105: ...wnloaded 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 dial the corresponding phone number which may appear in the display of certain radios Add Names To Your Uconnect Phonebook NOTE Adding names to the Uconnect Phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion Press...

Page 106: ...one Uconnect Phone automati cally downloads your mobile phone s phonebook Phonebook Download Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone If equipped and specifically supported by your phone Uconnect Phone automatically downloads names text names and number entries from your mobile phone s phonebook Specific Bluetooth威 Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature See Uconnect w...

Page 107: ...d on the mobile phone The changes are trans ferred and updated to Uconnect Phone on the next phone connection 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 Edit Entry You will ...

Page 108: ...prompt 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 ...

Page 109: ...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 als...

Page 110: ...icating 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 phon...

Page 111: ... 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 the...

Page 112: ...y 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 i...

Page 113: ...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 114: ... 712 3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico Please refer to the 24 Hour Towing Assistance coverage details on the DVD in the Warranty Information Booklet and the 24 Hour Towing Assistance 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 115: ...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 c...

Page 116: ...Off 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 D...

Page 117: ...s 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 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...

Page 118: ... paired phone Select Another Mobile Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another 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 wil...

Page 119: ...t Tutorial Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect Phone Voice Training feature may be used To enter this training mode follow one of the two following proce 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 ...

Page 120: ...ll language modes The System will prompt you before resetting to factory settings Voice Command For best performance adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least 1 2 in 1 cm gap between the overhead console if equipped and the mirror Always wait for the beep before speaking Speak normally without pausing just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet meters away from you Make sure that n...

Page 121: ...ect Phonebook Phonebook Downloaded and Uconnect Phone Lo cal name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar Numbers must be spoken in single digits 800 must be spoken eight zero zero not eight hundred You can say O letter O for 0 zero Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported In a ...

Page 122: ...atic Phonebook Down load Uconnect Phone can list your Outgoing Incom ing and Missed Calls SMS Uconnect Phone can read or send new messages on your phone Read Messages If you receive a new text message while your phone is connected to Uconnect Phone an announcement will be made to notify you that you have a new text message If you wish to hear the new message Press the button After the Ready prompt...

Page 123: ...nd a message press the button while the system is listing the message and say Send Uconnect Phone will prompt you to say the name or number of the person you wish to send the message to List of Preset Messages 1 Yes 2 No 3 Where are you 4 I need more direction 5 L O L 6 Why 7 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 ...

Page 124: ...ouncement you will then be given a choice to change 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 o...

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Page 128: ...ive six seven eight nine star plus pound add location all Voice Commands Primary Alternate s call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 129: ...ing 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 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 ...

Page 130: ...ce 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 s...

Page 131: ...ommands 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 132: ... say the following commands Radio to switch to the radio mode Disc to switch to the disc mode Memo to switch to the memo recorder Setup to switch to system setup Radio AM 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 previous station Radio Menu to s...

Page 133: ...en number Next Channel to select the next channel Previous Channel to select the previous channel List Channel to hear a list of available channels Select Name to say the name of a channel 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 t...

Page 134: ...y recorded memos During the playback you may press the Voice Command 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...

Page 135: ...ress the Voice Command button say System Setup and once you are in that menu 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 results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This ...

Page 136: ...ot equipped with seats and seat belts In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Power Seats If Equipped Some models may be equipped with a power driver s seat The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor Use the switch to move the seat...

Page 137: ... seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward Push the seat switch forward or rearward the seat will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when you have reached the desired 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 w...

Page 138: ...cally switches to LOW level heating and turns one indi cator light OFF after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation It will turn the heater and the remaining indicator light OFF after an a maximum of 45 minutes of continuous operation If LOW level heating is selected the system automatically turns the heater and the indicator light OFF after a maximum of 45 minutes of continuous operation...

Page 139: ... seat Manual Front Seat Adjustment On models equipped with manual seats the adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats 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 Front...

Page 140: ... Height Adjustment If Equipped The driver s seat height can be raised or lowered by using a lever located on the outboard side of the seat Pull upward on the lever to raise the seat height or push downward on the lever to lower the seat height Manual Lumbar If Equipped The lumbar adjustment handle is located on the outboard side of the driver s seatback Rotate the lever downward to increase the lu...

Page 141: ...n the seatback lift the lever lean forward and release the lever WARNING Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt which could result in serious injury or death Lumbar Adjustment Lever Reclining Seat Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 ...

Page 142: ...eat cushion Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat Lever Front Passenger Seat Folded Flat 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 143: ...be readily identified by any markings only through visual inspection 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 the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant s head and the AHR This system is ...

Page 144: ...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 Push Button Active Head Restraint Normal Position 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 145: ...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 146: ...ailure to follow this warning could cause personal injury if the Active Head Restraint is deployed Rear Head Restraints The head restraints in the rear are non adjustable Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Start ing Your Vehicle for information on Tether routing Folding Rear Seat To provide additional storage area each rear seatback can be folded forward Pull the strap forward t...

Page 147: ...n 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 seat could cause serious injury Rear Seats Folded Flat 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 ...

Page 148: ...ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only with the vehicle is parked TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood two latches must be released 1 Pull the hood release lever located on the left kick panel Hood Release Lever 146 UNDE...

Page 149: ...ble damage do not slam the hood to close it Lower the hood until it is open approxi mately 8 in 20 cm and then drop it This should secure both latches Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your visi...

Page 150: ...s the passing lights and the fog lights The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column Headlights And Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent to turn on the parking lights Turn the end of the lever to the second detent to turn on the headlights Multifunction Lever Headlight Control 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 151: ...ng lights are left on after the ignition is turned OFF a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver s door is opened Fog Lights If Equipped The front fog light switch is on the multifunction lever To activate the front fog lights turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out the end of the multifunction lever NOTE The fog lights will only operate with the head lights...

Page 152: ...Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam Pull the multifunction lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam Flash To Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you This will turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released NOTE If the multifunction leve...

Page 153: ...of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the park ing lights or headlights are on Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next detent position to brighten the odometer and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting Dimmer Control 3 UNDERSTANDI...

Page 154: ...tch is moved to the LOCK position This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open To restore interior light operation either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper washer control lever is located on the right side of the steering column The front wipers are operated by rotating a swi...

Page 155: ...n 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 Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position damage to the wiper motor...

Page 156: ...gle wiping cycle with a variable pause be tween cycles desirable Select the delay interval by turning the end of the lever Rotate the end of the lever upward clockwise to decrease the delay time and downward counterclockwise to increase the delay time The delay can be regulated from a maximum of approxi mately 18 seconds between cycles to a cycle every second NOTE The wiper delay times depend on v...

Page 157: ...l operate for two wipe cycles then turn off WARNING Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use Mist Feature Push down on the control lever to activate a single wipe to clear...

Page 158: ... side of the steering column below the turn signal lever Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column With one hand firmly on the steering wheel move the steering column up or down as desired Push the lever up to lock the steering column firmly in place Tilting Steering Column Control 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 159: ...ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED When engaged the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel NOTE In order to ensure proper operation the Elec tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at...

Page 160: ...ld lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON When the vehicle has reached the desired speed press the SET button and release Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed NOTE The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pressing the...

Page 161: ...push the SET button If the button is continually held in the SET position the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released Release the button when the desired speed is reached and the new set speed will be established Pressing the SET button once will result in a 1 mph 2 km h decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph 2 km h To Accele...

Page 162: ...fic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink威 replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink威 unit operates off your vehicle s battery The HomeLink威 buttons that are located in the headliner or sun visor designate the ...

Page 163: ... Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death Programming HomeLink姞 Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink威 buttons erase all channels before you begin training To do this press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes It is recommended that a new battery be placed in ...

Page 164: ...p 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Programming section After training a HomeLink威 channel if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink威 and the ga rage door opener was manufactured after 1995 the garage door opener may have a rolling code If so proceed to Step 5 Programming A Rolling Code System 4 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink威 button and observe the indicator ...

Page 165: ...s the programmed HomeLink威 button twice holding the button for two seconds each time If the device is plugged in and activates programming is complete If the device does not activate press the button a third time for two seconds to complete the training If you have any problems or require assistance please call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for information or assi...

Page 166: ...k威 Step 3 with the following 3 Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button while you press and release cycle your handheld transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink威 has successfully accepted the frequency signal The indica tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained If you unplugged the device for training plug it back in at this time Then proceed with Step 4 under Prog...

Page 167: ...for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes Note that all channels will be erased Individual channels cannot be erased The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威 here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original transmitter Press the LEARN button on th...

Page 168: ... operation NOTE 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...

Page 169: ... roof Never allow your fingers other body parts or any object to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result Opening Sunroof Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one half second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position The sunroof will open fully and stop automati cally This is called Express Open During Express Open operation any movement of the sunro...

Page 170: ... in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation If an ob struction in the path of the sunroof is detected the sunroof will automatically retract Remove the obstruc tion if this occurs Next press the switch forward and release to Express Close NOTE Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed Venting Sunroof Express Press and release the Vent button within one half second ...

Page 171: ...brasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel Ignition Off Operation For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC the power sunroof switch will remain active for 45 seconds 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 a...

Page 172: ...t hold the lighter in the heating position NOTE 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 th...

Page 173: ...vehicle If this outlet is mishandled it 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 3...

Page 174: ...cellular phones electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts Certain high end video games such as Playstation3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit as will most power tools The power inverter is designed with built in overload protection If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded the power inverter will automatically shut down Once the electrical device has been re...

Page 175: ...prong adaptor Do not insert any objects into the receptacles Do not touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure 115 Volt Power Outlet 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 ...

Page 176: ...lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with great caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle s battery CUPHOLDERS Your vehicle is equipped with four cuphol...

Page 177: ...gers STORAGE Glove Compartment And Storage Bin Located on the passenger side of the instrument panel are an upper storage bin and a lower glove compartment Rear Cupholders 1 Upper Storage Bin 2 Lower Glove Compartment 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 ...

Page 178: ...wer glove compartment pull outward on the release handle Door Storage The interior door panels are equipped with lower storage areas Glove Compartment Front Door Storage 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 179: ... an upper and lower storage compartment To open the upper storage compartment push inward on the upper handle to unlatch the upper lid and lift the lid open Rear Door Storage Upper Storage Compartment 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 ...

Page 180: ...ving can cause an accident due to distrac tion resulting in death or injury CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Light Removable Self Recharging Flashlight The dual function light is mounted in the headliner above the cargo area to illuminate the cargo area and part of it snaps out of the bezel to serve as a flashlight when needed The flashlight features two bright LED light bulbs and is powered by rechargea...

Page 181: ...ce 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 accommo dates the reclining rear seat Press And Release Three Press Switch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 ...

Page 182: ...over ends installed push inward on the opposite end and install it into the same notch location of the rear trim panel Using the handle pull the cover toward you and guide the rear cover posts into the guides located on both sides of the rear trim panel Rear Trim Notches Cargo Cover Guides 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 183: ...icle 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 Removable Load Floor The cargo area load floor is removable and can be washed with mild soap and water Cargo Load Floor 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 ...

Page 184: ...A child could be badly injured Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve hicle handling To avoid loss of control resulting in personal injury follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible...

Page 185: ... dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision To help protect against personal injury passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only not for passengers who should sit in seats and use seat belts Fold Down Speakers If Equipped When the liftgate is open the speakers can swing down off the trim panel to face rearward for t...

Page 186: ...he 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 seconds Upon release the wiper will continue to 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 if power accessory delay is ac...

Page 187: ...se cautions can cause damage to the heating elements Continued CAUTION Continued Use care when washing the inside of the rear window Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abra sive wi...

Page 188: ...rns then move the crossbar to the desired position keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame Once the crossbar is in one of the seven detent positions retighten the thumb screws to lock the crossbar into position NOTE To help control wind noise when the crossbars are not in use place the front crossbar in the first detent from the front of the vehicle and the rear crossbar in the second det...

Page 189: ...windshield 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 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 lift to a load This is especially true on large f...

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Page 191: ...mputer If Equipped 208 Control Buttons 208 䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped 209 Engine Oil Change Indicator System If Equipped 212 EVIC Functions 213 Compass Temperature Audio 213 Average Fuel Economy 214 Distance To Empty DTE 214 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 214 Elapsed Time 214 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 214 4 ...

Page 192: ... MP3 WMA Play 233 Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio If Equipped 235 䡵 Media Center 730N 430 430N RHR RER RBZ RHB CD DVD HDD NAV If Equipped 239 Operating Instructions Voice Command System If Equipped 240 Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equipped 240 䡵 Media Center 130 Sales Code RES 240 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 240 Operation Instructions CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play 243 Not...

Page 193: ... If Equipped 264 Connecting The iPod威 Or External USB Device 265 Using This Feature 266 Controlling The iPod威 Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons 266 Play Mode 266 List Or Browse Mode 268 Bluetooth Streaming Audio BTSA 270 䡵 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 271 Radio Operation 272 CD Player 272 䡵 CD DVD Disc Maintenance 273 䡵 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones 273 䡵 Climate Controls 273 Manual ...

Page 194: ... Heated Seat Switch If Equipped 2 Demisters 6 Glove Compartment 10 Hazard Warning Flasher 3 Instrument Cluster 7 Climate Controls 11 ESC OFF Switch If Equipped 4 Radio 8 Power Outlet 12 Heated Seat Switch If Equipped 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 195: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 ...

Page 196: ...ICE IMMEDIATELY See an autho rized dealer If jump starting is required refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies 3 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control ETC system If a problem is detected the light will come on while the engine is running Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and...

Page 197: ...e fuel level reaches approximately 2 0 gal 7 8 L this light will turn on and remain on until fuel is added 6 Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed 7 Airbag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN If the light is either not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected at an au...

Page 198: ...nti Lock brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position have the 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 bulb check if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb che...

Page 199: ...encies for further information 14 Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions including brake fluid level and parking brake application If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied that the brake fluid level is low or that there is a problem with the anti lock brake system reservoir If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disenga...

Page 200: ... the red brake light on is dangerous Part of the brake system may have failed It will take longer to stop the vehicle You could have a collision Have the vehicle checked immediately Vehicles equipped with the Anti Lock Brake System ABS are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD In the event of an EBD failure the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light Immediat...

Page 201: ...smission has cooled down and the light turns off you may continue to drive normally If the high speed is maintained the overheating will continue to occur If the overheating continues it may become necessary to stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the light turns off CAUTION Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera ture Warning Light illuminate...

Page 202: ...ely indicate a higher tempera ture when driving in hot weather up mountain grades or when towing a trailer It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If the temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer d...

Page 203: ... Lever Indicator is self contained within the instrument cluster It displays the gear position of the automatic transmission NOTE You must apply the brakes before shifting from PARK 21 Odometer Trip Odometer Display Reset Button Press this button to change the display from odometer to either of the two trip odometer settings Trip A or Trip B will appear when in the trip odometer mode Push in and h...

Page 204: ... can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure ...

Page 205: ...e is equipped with a TPMS as damage to the sensors may result 23 Odometer Display Trip Odometer Display This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven NOTE U S Federal regulations require that upon trans fer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the pur chaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced the repa...

Page 206: ... the odometer display area Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message If the problem continues the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started Lo tIrE When tire pressure is low the odometer display will toggle between Lo and tIrE for three cycles CHAngE OIL Message Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system ...

Page 207: ...ed The symbol illuminates is armed when the 4WD lock switch is activated and the shift lever is in LOW or REVERSE position 25 Malfunction Indicator Light MIL The Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is part of an Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II that monitors emissions engine and automatic trans mission control systems The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON RUN position before engin...

Page 208: ...er flammable substances such as dry plants wood cardboard etc This could result in death or serious injury to the driver occupants or others 26 Hill Descent Indicator If Equipped The symbol illuminates is armed when the 4WD Lock switch is activated and the trans mission range indicator is in LOW or REVERSE position Off Road Mode 27 Front Fog Light Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illumina...

Page 209: ... 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 when it is active This is normal the sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver ...

Page 210: ...rip information and temperature display 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 also affect the displayed temperature therefore temperature readings are not updated when the vehicle is not moving Control Buttons STEP Button Press the STEP b...

Page 211: ...lease the STEP button on the instru ment cluster to switch from odometer to Trip A or Trip B Trip A Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last reset Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last reset ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in t...

Page 212: ...atures Compass Heading Outside Temperature Display Trip Computer Functions Uconnect phone Displays if equipped Audio Mode Display Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 213: ...to select a per sonal setting in the setup menu DOWN Button Press and release the DOWN button to scroll downward through the sub menus When the appropriate conditions exist the EVIC displays the following messages Turn Signal On with a continuous warning chime after 1 mile 1 6 km of distance travelled Left Front Turn Signal Light Out with a single chime Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out with a singl...

Page 214: ...ed with an engine oil change indicator system The Oil Change Required message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately five seconds after a single chime has sounded to 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 style Unless reset this...

Page 215: ... holding the SELECT button once will clear the function currently being displayed Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed To reset all resettable functions press and release the SELECT button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently displayed function Reset ALL will be displayed during this three second window Compass Temperature Audio Press...

Page 216: ... is less than 30 miles 48 km estimated driving distance the DTE display will change to a text display of LOW FUEL This display will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the LOW FUEL text and a new DTE value will be dis played based on the current values in the DTE calcula tion and the current fuel tank level Tire Pressure Moni...

Page 217: ...details Auto Lock Doors at 15 mph 24 km h When ON is selected all doors lock automatically when the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph 24 km h Press and hold the SELECT button when in this display until ON or OFF appears to make your selection Auto Unlock On Exit When ON is selected all the vehicle s doors will unlock when the driver s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped manual transmission ...

Page 218: ...RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed This feature may be selected with or without the Flash Lights with Lock feature Press and hold the SELECT button when in this display until ON or OFF appears to make your selection Headlamp Off Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0 30 60 or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle Press and hold the SELECT...

Page 219: ...n English and Metric Press and hold the SELECT button when in this display until ENGLISH or METRIC appears to make your selection Confirmation of Voice Commands If Equipped When ON is selected all voice commands from the Uconnect system are confirmed Press and hold the SELECT button when in this display until ON or OFF appears to make your selection Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is se...

Page 220: ...isplays in the EVIC 4 Press and release the SELECT button to start the calibration The CAL indicator will display in the EVIC 5 Complete one or more 360 degree turns in an area free from large metal or metallic objects until the CAL indicator turns off The compass will now function normally Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North To compensat...

Page 221: ... DOWN button until Compass Variance message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC 4 Press and release the SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map 5 Press and release the COMPASS button to exit Compass Variance Map 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 ...

Page 222: ... Rotary Push the ON VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio Press the ON VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned ON the sound wil...

Page 223: ...nnect Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature if equipped Refer to Voice Command in the Uconnect User Manual located on the DVD for further details 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 butto...

Page 224: ...llow 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 the arrows This feature operates in AM FM or Satellite if eq...

Page 225: ...b 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 SCROLL control k...

Page 226: ...er Display 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 Program Type...

Page 227: ...using the DVD by pushing the SELECT button if equipped DVD Play Options Selecting the DVD Play Options will display the following Subtitle Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch subtitles to different subtitle languages that are available on the disc if equipped Audio Stream Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch to different audio languages if supported on the disc if equipped Angle Repeatedly pr...

Page 228: ...Selecting this item will allow the user to choose the default startup DVD menu language effective only if language supported by disc If you want to select a language not listed then scroll down and select other Enter the four digit country code using the TUNE SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select the number and then push to select Audio Language If Equipped Selecting this item allows...

Page 229: ...o On and a DVD video is inserted it will bypass the DVD menu screen and automatically play the movie In some rare cases the DVD player may not auto play the main title In such cases use the MENU button on the remote control to select desired title to play NOTE The user will have to set these defaults before loading a disc If changes are made to these settings after a disc is loaded changes will no...

Page 230: ...tton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations DISC Button Pressing the DISC button will allow you to switch from AM FM modes to Disc modes Operation Instructions DISC MODE for CD and MP3 WMA Audio Play DVD VIDEO T...

Page 231: ... After the radio displays INSERT DISC insert the CD into the player Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc is loading and READING DISC when the radio is reading the disc CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism Eject Button Ejecting Compact Disc s Press the EJECT button and the pushbutton with the corre...

Page 232: ...utton to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display RW FF CD MODE Press and hold FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Rewind button works in a similar manner AM or FM Button CD MODE Switches the radio into the AM or FM radio mode Notes On Playing MP3 WMA Files T...

Page 233: ...ator and a three character extension Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal CD audio tracks and computer files including MP3 WMA 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 WMA playback may result in longer disc loading times...

Page 234: ...PEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 WMA Specification Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit Rate kbps WMA 44 1 and 48 48 64 96 128 160 192 VBR ID3 Tag information for artist song title and album title are supported for ID3 version 1 tags ID3 version 2 is not supported by the radios Playlist files are not supported MP3 Pro files are not supported Playback of MP3 WMA Files When a me...

Page 235: ...rolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE SCROLL control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain playable files The folder list will time out after five seconds INFO Button DISC Mode for MP3 WMA Play Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will s...

Page 236: ...f the AUX audio is not loud enough turn the device s volume up If the AUX audio sounds distorted turn the device s volume down SEEK Button Auxiliary Mode No function SCAN Button Auxiliary Mode No function EJECT Button Auxiliary Mode No function TIME Button Auxiliary Mode Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day The time of day will display for five secon...

Page 237: ...s copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited DTS DTS and DTS 2 0 are trademarks of Digital The ater Systems Inc Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio If Equipped Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast ing ...

Page 238: ...D 2 Your Vehicle Identification Number To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access With the ignition switch in the ON RUN or ACC posi tion and the radio on press the SETUP button and scroll using the TUNE SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is selected Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob and the Sirius ID number will display The Sirius ID number display will time out in two mi...

Page 239: ... can cause signal blockage Operating Instructions Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON RUN or ACC position to operate the radio SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make anoth...

Page 240: ...clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music type By pressing the SEEK button when the M...

Page 241: ...ton memory You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 This allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory The channels stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time...

Page 242: ...quipped 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 located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate Operating Instructions Radio Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Media Center 130 RES 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 243: ...ght 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 alternate display of the time and radio frequency Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours...

Page 244: ...o 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 Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level f...

Page 245: ...1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 AM and 12 FM stations DISC...

Page 246: ...tart of track 1 CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use adhesive labels These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism RES is a single CD player Do not attempt to insert a second CD if one is already loaded Dual media disc types one side is a DVD the other side is a ...

Page 247: ... the FF Fast Forward button and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner AM FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in ra...

Page 248: ...s limited For large numbers of files and or folders the radio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead With a maximum number of files exceeding 20 folders will result in this display With 200 files exceeding 50 folders will result in this display Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a three character e...

Page 249: ...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 VBR bit rate MPEG Specification Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song title...

Page 250: ...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 251: ...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 252: ... 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 Vehicle If your vehicle is not equipped w...

Page 253: ...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 the arrows This feature operates in ...

Page 254: ... 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 SCROLL control knob within five seconds will...

Page 255: ... 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 Program Type mode the Music Type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select ...

Page 256: ... 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 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 pushbut...

Page 257: ...c may already be loaded and must be ejected before a new disc can be loaded If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc The display will show the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 CAUTION This CD player will accept 4 3 4 in 12 cm discs only T...

Page 258: ...to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display RW FF...

Page 259: ... Formats File Systems The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Max...

Page 260: ...n MP3 files named with the MP3 extension may cause playback problems The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file the bit 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 samplin...

Page 261: ... 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 CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE SCROLL cont...

Page 262: ...ice must be turned on and the device s volume set to the proper level If the AUX audio is not loud enough turn the device s volume up If the AUX audio sounds distorted turn the device s volume down TIME Button Auxiliary Mode Press this button to change the display to time of day The time of day will display for five seconds when the ignition is OFF Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Radio If Equipped S...

Page 263: ... 2 Your Vehicle Identification Number To access the ESN SID refer to the following steps ESN SID Access With the ignition switch in the ON RUN or ACC posi tion and the radio on press the SETUP button and scroll using the TUNE SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is selected Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob and the Sirius ID number will display The Sirius ID number display will time out in two min...

Page 264: ...a can cause signal blockage Operating Instructions Uconnect Multimedia Satellite Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON RUN or ACC position to operate the radio SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make anot...

Page 265: ...the Music Type mode for five seconds Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button or turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music type By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active the radio will be tuned to the next channel with the same selected Music Type name If a preset ...

Page 266: ...ows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory The channels stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will display Buttons 1 6 These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory 12 Satellite stations Operating Instructions Uconnect Phone If Equippe...

Page 267: ...he appropriate Uconnect Multimedia radio User s Manual for iPod威 or external USB device support capability Connecting an iPod威 or consumer electronic audio device to the AUX port located in the radio faceplate plays media but does not use the iPod威 MP3 control feature to control the connected device Connecting The iPod姞 Or External USB Device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod威 or externa...

Page 268: ...ehicle s sound system providing metadata artist track 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威 contents The audio device battery charges when plugged into the USB AUX connector if supported by the specific audio device Controlling The iPod姞 Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons To get into the...

Page 269: ...track by pressing and holding the FF button A single press backward RW or forward FF will jump backward or forward respectively for five seconds Use the SEEK and SEEK buttons to jump to the previous or next track Pressing the SEEK button during play mode will jump to the next track in the list or press the VR button and say Next or Previous Track While a track is playing press the INFO button to s...

Page 270: ...lay then the shuffle mode is ON List Or Browse Mode During Play mode pressing any of the buttons described below will bring up List mode List mode enables scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the audio device TUNE control knob The TUNE control knob functions in a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the audio device or external USB device Turning it clockwise forward and counterclock...

Page 271: ...item in that list on the second line To exit List mode without selecting a track press the same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode LIST button The LIST button will display the top level menu of the iPod威 or external USB device Turn the TUNE control knob to list the top menu item to be selected and press the TUNE control knob This will display the next sub menu list item on the audio devic...

Page 272: ...n accident Bluetooth Streaming Audio BTSA Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the Uconnect phone system Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons To get into the BTSA mode press either AUX button on the radio or press the VR button and say Bluetooth Streaming Audio Play Mode When switched to BTSA mode some audio devices can start playing music over the vehicle s audio system but some devi...

Page 273: ...vious Track Use the SEEK DOWN button or press the VR button on the radio and say Previous Track to jump to the previous track music on your cellular phone Browse Browsing is not available on a BTSA device Only the current song that is playing will display info STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel...

Page 274: ...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 275: ...ed 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 lessened or eliminated by relocating the mobile phone ante...

Page 276: ...ount 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 NOTE For vehicles equipped with Remote Start the climate controls will not function during Remote Start operation if the blower control is left in the O Off position 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 277: ...tors may reduce airflow to the condenser reducing air conditioning performance Mode Control Air Direction Rotate this control to choose from sev eral patterns of air distribution You can select either a primary mode as identified by the symbols on the 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 Pane...

Page 278: ...eat to the windshield This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets Use this mode with maxi mum blower and temperature settings for best wind shield and side window defrosting NOTE The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the Air Co...

Page 279: ...osition for maximum defogging The A C will engage automatically to prevent fogging when the recirculation button is pressed and the mode control is set to panel or panel floor The A C can be deselected manually without disturb ing the mode control selection When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position the recirculation feature will be cancelled Air Conditioning Control Press this button...

Page 280: ...r light and the A C compressor Then move the temperature control to the desired temperature Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped The Automatic Temperature Control system automati cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger Automatic Temperature Control 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 281: ...selected the sys tem will maintain that level automati cally 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 the system to function automatically Selecting the O OFF position on the blower control stops the system completely and closes the outside air ...

Page 282: ...o the condenser reducing air conditioning performance Blower Control For full automatic operation or for automatic blower operation turn the knob to the AUTO position In manual mode there are seven blower speeds that can be individual selected In off position the blower will shut off Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features which consist of Blower Preferred...

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Page 284: ...ature 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 co...

Page 285: ...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 automatically if these modes are selected Extended use of recirculati...

Page 286: ...ontrol 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 287: ...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 and...

Page 288: ...Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 289: ...low 20 F Or 29 C 292 If Engine Fails To Start 293 After Starting 293 䡵 Engine Block Heater If Equipped 293 䡵 Manual Transmission If Equipped 294 Five Speed Manual Transmission 294 Recommended Shift Speeds 295 Downshifting 295 䡵 Automatic Transmission If Equipped 296 Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System 297 Brake Transmission Interlock System 297 Gear Ranges 298 5 ...

Page 290: ...䡵 Power Steering 311 Power Steering Fluid Check 313 䡵 Parking Brake 313 䡵 Brake System 315 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 316 䡵 Electronic Brake Control System 319 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 319 Brake Assist System BAS 319 Traction Control System TCS 320 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 321 Hill Descent Control HDC If Equipped 322 Hill Start Assist HSA Manual Transmission Or Off Road Package Only 323 El...

Page 291: ...al Ply Tires 341 Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel If Equipped 341 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 342 Full Size Spare If Equipped 343 Limited Use Spare If Equipped 343 Tire Spinning 344 Tread Wear Indicators 345 Life Of Tire 345 Replacement Tires 346 䡵 Tire Chains 347 䡵 Snow Tires 347 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 348 䡵 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 349 Base System 351 ...

Page 292: ...e Warnings 361 䡵 Adding Fuel 362 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 362 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 364 䡵 Vehicle Loading 364 Vehicle Certification Label 364 䡵 Trailer Towing 366 Common Towing Definitions 366 Trailer Hitch Classification 369 Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings 370 Trailer And Tongue Weight 371 Towing Requirements 372 Towing Tips 377 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome ...

Page 293: ...Equipped Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake press the clutch pedal to the floor and place the shift lever in NEUTRAL NOTE The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor If the key will not turn and the steering wheel is locked rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the key Automatic Transmissi...

Page 294: ...n 15 seconds turn the ignition switch to the OFF position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure WARNING Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans mission 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...

Page 295: ...tle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED The engine block he...

Page 296: ...nsmission WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied The parking brake should al ways be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle especially on an incline Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears As you release the clutch pedal lightly press the accelerator pedal Shift Pattern 294 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 297: ... abnormal wear on the clutch Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop NOTE During cold weather until the transmission lubricant is warm you may experience slightly higher shift efforts This is normal and not harmful to the transmission Recommended Shift Speeds To use your manual transmission for optimal fuel economy it should be upshifted as listed in the following ta...

Page 298: ... ratios in a continuous manner This may sometimes feel as if it is slipping but this is normal and does not harm anything CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed Do not ...

Page 299: ...This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the ON or START position and the brake pedal is pressed Brake Transmission Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System BTSI that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the ON or...

Page 300: ...hift lever in the PARK position WARNING Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle you should always shift the vehicle into PARK remove the key from the ignition and apply the parking brake Once the key is removed from the ignition the shift lever is locked in ...

Page 301: ... it stops Look at the instrument cluster to ensure it is in the PARK position CAUTION Before moving the shift lever out of PARK you must turn the ignition from LOCK to ON so the steering wheel and shift lever are released Otherwise dam age to the steering column or shift lever could result You must also press the brake pedal REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle rearward Use this range only...

Page 302: ...the engine from overspeed Changes down will only happen at minimum engine speed to prevent stall ing Operation NOTE AutoStick威 is not functional until the CVT warms up in cold weather AutoStick威 operation is activated in the DRIVE position by moving the shift lever side to side Moving the shift lever to the side will activate AutoStick威 and shift up to the next higher manual ratio unless you are a...

Page 303: ... is selected and the engine accelerates to the rev limit the transmission will automatically select the next higher ratio If a downshift would cause the engine to overspeed that shift will not occur until it is safe for the engine However the CVT will stay in the manually selected ratio If the system detects powertrain overheating the transmission will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain...

Page 304: ...ny vehicle speed To deactivate simply pull on the switch one more time The 4WD Indicator Light will then go out NOTE Refer to Electronic Brake Control System Electronic Stability Control ESC in Starting and Op erating for further information ON ROAD DRIVING TIPS Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make them capable of performing in a wide variety of off road appli...

Page 305: ...steering handling and traction Control ling your vehicle is one of the keys to successful off road driving so always keep a firm grip on the steering wheel and maintain a good driving posture Avoid sudden accelerations turns or braking In most cases there are no road signs posted speed limits or signal lights Therefore you will need to use your own good judgment on what is safe and what is not Whe...

Page 306: ... fuel Driving In Snow Mud And Sand There is a drastic reduction in traction when driving in snow mud or sand The vehicle will be less responsive to steering acceleration and braking inputs Therefore you should accelerate slowly leave greater stopping distances and avoid abrupt vehicle maneuvers You want to keep a slow constant steady pace The key is to maintain the vehicle s momentum Snow In heavy...

Page 307: ... and if the vehicle can be safely recovered if stuck Sand Soft sand is very difficult to travel through with full tire pressure When crossing soft sandy spots in a trail maintain your vehicle s momentum and do not stop The key to driving in soft sand is using the appropriate tire pressure accelerating slowly avoiding abrupt maneu vers and maintaining the vehicle s momentum If you are going to be d...

Page 308: ...Determine if it is too steep Look to see what the traction is on the hill side trail Is the trail straight up and down What is on top and the other side Are there ruts rocks branches or other obstacles on the path Can you safely recover the vehicle if something goes wrong If every thing looks good and you feel confident then you should use low L Off Road with the 4WD LOCK engaged and proceed with ...

Page 309: ...ncreases the risk of a rollover which may result in severe injury Driving Down Hill Before driving down a steep hill you need to determine if it is too steep for a safe descent What is the surface traction Is the grade too steep to maintain a slow controlled descent Are there obstacles Is it a straight descent Is there plenty of distance at the base of the hill to regain control if the vehicle des...

Page 310: ... Restart the engine and shift to REVERSE Back slowly down the hill allowing engine and hill descent braking to control the descent and apply your brakes if necessary but do not allow the tires to lock WARNING If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade never attempt to turn around To do so may result in tipping and rolling the vehicle which may re...

Page 311: ...tials you should inspect all of the vehicle fluids for signs of water ingestion CAUTION Water ingestion into the transaxle transfer case engine or vehicle interior can occur if you drive too fast or through too deep of water Water can cause permanent damage to engine driveline or other vehicle components and your brakes will be less effective once wet and or muddy Before You Cross Any Type Of Wate...

Page 312: ...ntering This makes for a faster cleaner and easier vehicle recovery If you are able to determine you can safely cross than proceed using the low and slow method CAUTION Muddy waters can reduce the cooling system effec tiveness by depositing debris onto the radiator After Driving Off Road Off road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than does most on road driving After going off road it is a...

Page 313: ...NG Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking You might not have full braking power when you need it to prevent a collision If you have been operating your vehicle in dirty conditions get your brakes checked and cleaned as necessary If you experience unusual vibration after driving in mud slush or similar conditions check the wheels for impacted m...

Page 314: ...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 assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others Service should be obtained as soon as possible CAUTION...

Page 315: ... 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 Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Ge...

Page 316: ...ced in gear the Brake Warning Light will flash If vehicle 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 ...

Page 317: ...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 an automatic transmission in PARK a manual transmission in REVERSE or first gear Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury CAUTION If the Brake System Warning Light...

Page 318: ...l braking effectiveness This will be evident by increased pedal travel during application and greater pedal force required to slow or stop In addition if the malfunction is caused by an internal leak as the brake fluid in the master cylinder drops the Brake Warning Light will light WARNING Driving a vehicle with the Brake Warning Light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking per formance...

Page 319: ...loited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others The ABS Warning Light monitors the ABS System The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS Warning Light remains on or comes on while driving it indicates that the anti lock portion of the brake system is no...

Page 320: ...tions can in clude ice snow gravel bumps railroad tracks loose debris or panic stops You may also experience the following when the brake system goes into anti lock mode the ABS motor running it may continue to run for a short time after the stop the clicking sound of solenoid valves brake pedal pulsations a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop These are all normal ch...

Page 321: ...ystem controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lockup and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking Refer to Anti Lock Brake System in Starting and Operating for further information Brake Assist System BAS The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens ing the rate...

Page 322: ...tors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels If wheel spin is detected brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability A feature of the TCS system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other ...

Page 323: ...ers It can not prevent wheel lift due to other factors such as road conditions leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles NOTE Anytime the ESC system is in the Full Off mode ERM is disabled Refer to Electronic Stability Control ESC in this section for a complete explanation of the available ESC modes WARNING Many factors such as vehicle loading road condi tions and driving condition...

Page 324: ...level ground If desired HDC can be fully deactivated by putting the vehicle into ESC Full Off mode This is done by pressing and holding the ESC Off button for five seconds Refer to Electronic Stability Control ESC in this section of the manual HDC operation can be overridden with brake application to slow the vehicle down below the HDC control speed Conversely if more speed is desired during HDC c...

Page 325: ... 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 direction of travel HSA Activation Criteria The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to activate Vehicle must be stopped Vehicle must be on a 7 grade or greater hill Gear selection matches vehicle uphill ...

Page 326: ...he parking brake 4 Start the engine 5 Release the clutch pedal 6 Rotate the steering wheel one half turn to the left 7 Press the ESC Off switch located in the lower switch bank below the climate controls four times within 20 seconds The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light should turn on and turn off two times 8 Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an additional half turn to the...

Page 327: ...ore than appropriate for the steering wheel position Under steer when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position ESC Operating Modes The ESC system has three available operating modes for four wheel drive equipped vehicles and two available operating modes for two wheel drive equipped vehicles Full On Four Wheel Drive Models Or On Two Wheel Drive Models This is th...

Page 328: ... vehicle maneu verability due to trail conditions This mode is entered by pressing and holding the ESC Off switch for five seconds when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is running After five seconds the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light will illuminate and the ESC Off message will appear in the odometer Press and release the Trip Odometer button located on the instrument cluster to c...

Page 329: ...r Light The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position It should go out with the engine running If the ESC Activation Malfunction 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 ve...

Page 330: ...gnition is turned ON the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously The ESC system will 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 ...

Page 331: ...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 332: ...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 330 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 333: ...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 334: ...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 335: ...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 336: ...e Tire Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information Placard 334 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 337: ...pecified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the Vehicle Loading section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWRs for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded For further information on GAWRs vehicle loading and trailer towing refer to Vehicle Loading in this section To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle ...

Page 338: ...650 lbs 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of yo...

Page 339: ...STARTING AND OPERATING 337 ...

Page 340: ...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 341: ...es to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the left side B Pillar Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition These pressure con ditions will be found in the Supplemental Tire Pressure Inform...

Page 342: ...d into 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...

Page 343: ...rious 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 poorly The instability could cause a collision Al ways use radial ply tires in sets of four Never combine them with other types of tires Cuts and punctures in ...

Page 344: ...o 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 limited use temporary spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result Compact Spare Tire If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only You can ...

Page 345: ...s of vehicle control Full Size Spare If Equipped The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle but it is not This spare tire may have limited tread life When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use full size spare tire needs to be replaced Since it is not the same as your...

Page 346: ...nd reinstall it on your vehicle Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control Tire Spinning When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck Refer to Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in What To Do In Emergencies for further information WARNING Fast spinning tir...

Page 347: ... the tread wear indicators the tire should be replaced Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven WARNING Tires and 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...

Page 348: ... and ride of your vehicle We recommend that you contact your original equipment or an autho rized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability WARNING Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus pension dimensions and performance characteris tics resulting in ch...

Page 349: ...ed by the M S designation on the tire sidewall If you need snow tires select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires Use snow tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speed...

Page 350: ...benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile 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 to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being perfo...

Page 351: ...rease as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pres sure The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for any reason including low temperature effects or natural pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condi...

Page 352: ... will turn OFF only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure value CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warnings have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when us ing replacement equipment that is not of the same size t...

Page 353: ...tire gauge even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire Base System This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the instrument cluster The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic s...

Page 354: ...ave been received The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h to receive this information Check TPMS Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault is detected The system fault will also sound a chime If the ignition key is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault s...

Page 355: ...e Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid 5 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF as long as no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of th...

Page 356: ...elltale Light will illumi nate in the instrument cluster and an audible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low The audible chime will sound once every ignition cycle for the first condition that it detects In addition the EVIC will display a LOW TIRE text message and a graphic of the pressure value s with the low tire s flashing Should a low tire co...

Page 357: ... flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault is detected The system fault will also sound a chime The EVIC will display a CHECK TPM SYS TEM message for a minimum of five seconds This text message is then followed by a graphic display with in place of the pressure value s indicating which Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor s is not being received If the ignition key is cycl...

Page 358: ...y with pres sure values still shown This indicates that the pressure values are still being received from the TPM sensors but they may not be located in the correct vehicle position The system still needs to be serviced as long as the CHECK TPM SYSTEM message is displayed NOTE Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare wheel and tire assembly 1 The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressu...

Page 359: ...the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF as long as no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires 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...

Page 360: ...asoline before considering service for the vehicle Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications the World wide Fuel Charter WWFC which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions performance and durability for your vehicle The manufacturer recom mends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC speci fications if they are available...

Page 361: ...containing Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10 Ethanol are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be covered under warranty E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles Non FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain ing 10 ethanol E10 Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle s warranty If a Non FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E 85 fuel the engine w...

Page 362: ... gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States MMT is prohibited in Federal and Califor nia reformulated gasoline Materials Added To Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additio...

Page 363: ...r additives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with the emissions con trol system can result in civil penalties being 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 odorl...

Page 364: ...t carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle After removing the gas cap place the gas cap tether cable over a hook on the inside of the fuel door This keeps the gas ...

Page 365: ... Continued WARNING Continued 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 containers on the ground while filling NOTE When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank i...

Page 366: ...s started Refer to Onboard Diagnostic System in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information VEHICLE LOADING 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 Vehicle Certification Label Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label attached to the driver s door B Pillar The label co...

Page 367: ...ing conditions Curb Weight The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids including vehicle fuel at full capacity conditions and with no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle The front and rear curb weight values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are added Overloading The load carrying compon...

Page 368: ...handles This could cause you to lose control Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle Before towing a trailer carefully review this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible To maintain warranty coverage follow the re...

Page 369: ...includes a 150 lbs 68 kg allowance for the presence of a driver Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR Refer to Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certifica tion Label in Starting and Operating for further information WARNING It is important t...

Page 370: ...d medium sized trailers Weight Distributing Hitch A weight distributing system works by applying lever age through spring load bars They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle s front axle and the trailer axle s When used in accordance with the manufacturers directions it provides for a more level ride offering more consistent steering and brake...

Page 371: ...ailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the maximum 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 1587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4540 kg Fifth Wheel Gooseneck Greater than 10 000 lbs...

Page 372: ... 22 sq ft 2 04 sq m 1 000 lbs 450 kg 100 lbs 45 kg 2 4L Auto with Free dom Drive II Off Road Package AWL 32 sq ft 3 0 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 and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placar...

Page 373: ...railer to sway severely from side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle The trailer tongue weight of the trailer The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle The weight ...

Page 374: ... tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 805 km the new vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be damaged Continued CAUTION Continued Then during the first 500 miles 805 km that a trailer is towed do not drive over 50 mph 80 km h and do not make starts at full throttle This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Perform the maintenance ...

Page 375: ... Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Continued WARNING Continued Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade When parking apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in PARK Always block or ⴖchockⴖ the trailer wheels GCW...

Page 376: ...eral Infor mation in Starting and Operating for proper tire replacement procedures Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limits Towing Requirements Trailer Brakes Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury An ele...

Page 377: ...a collision Continued WARNING Continued Towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance When towing you should allow for addi tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you Failure to do so could result in a collision Towing Requirements Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer regardless of the trailer size stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are re...

Page 378: ...ailer connector Refer to the following illustrations Four Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn Seven Pin Connector 1 Battery 5 Ground 2 Backup Lamps 6 Left Stop Turn 3 Right Stop Turn 7 Running Lamps 4 Electric Brakes 376 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 379: ...d Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads When using the speed control if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Cooling System To reduce the potential for engine and transmission overheating take the following actions City Driving When stopp...

Page 380: ... All OK OK CAUTION Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with a automatic transmission Damage to the drivetrain will result If these vehicles require towing make sure all drive wheels are off the ground Continued CAUTION Continued 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 towin...

Page 381: ...And Tire Changing 382 Jack Location 382 Spare Tire Stowage 383 Preparations For Jacking 383 Jacking Instructions 384 䡵 Jump Starting Procedures 388 Preparations For Jump Start 389 Jump Starting Procedure 391 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 393 䡵 Shift Lever Override 394 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 395 With Ignition Key 395 Without The Ignition Key 396 6 ...

Page 382: ...placed in the OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion On the highways slow down In city traffic while stopped place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle speed NOTE There are steps that yo...

Page 383: ...rom 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 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up long grades on hot days the automatic transmission oil may become too hot If this happ...

Page 384: ... body under a vehicle that is on a jack Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Continued WARNING Continued 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...

Page 385: ...ippery areas WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 2 Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher 3 Set the parking brake 4 Place the shift lever into PARK automatic transmis sion or REVERSE manual transmission 5 Turn OFF the ignition Spare Tire and...

Page 386: ...ays 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 raised Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in PARK a manual transmission in REVERSE Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle ...

Page 387: ...e tire its use and operation CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle 1 Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the lug wrench and remove the wrench from the jack assembly 2 Loosen but do not remove the wheel nuts by turnin...

Page 388: ...lar cutouts the rear locations by two rectangular cutouts For vehicles equipped with plastic trim the plastic has been cut away to expose the jacking locations in the body Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 389: ...ll the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability 6 Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and bolt on center cap if equipped off the hub Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts WARNING To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not fully tighten the wheel nuts until the vehicle has been lowe...

Page 390: ...oose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immedi ately 11 Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible Correct the tire pressure as required JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle o...

Page 391: ...G Do not attempt 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 below the air intake duct To access the battery remove the air intake duct by turning the two finger screws located on the radiator support Air Intake Finger Screws 6 WHAT TO DO IN EME...

Page 392: ...vertent electrical contact You could be seriously injured Batteries contain 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 automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories P...

Page 393: ...could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle NOTE Remove Air Intake before proceeding with this Jump Starting procedure 1 Connect the positive end of the jumper cable to the positive post of the discharged vehicle 2 Connect the opposite end of the positive jumper cable to the positive post of the booster battery 3 Connect the negative end of the ju...

Page 394: ...er cable from the negative post of the booster battery 8 Disconnect the opposite end of the positive jumper cable from the positive post of the booster battery 9 Disconnect the positive end of the jumper cable from the positive post of the discharged vehicle 10 Reinstall the air intake duct If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system ...

Page 395: ...st one minute after every five rocking motion cycles This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con trol or Electronic Stability Control ESC turn the system OFF before attempting to rock the vehicle CAUTION When rocking a stuck vehicle by moving be tween DRIVE 1st gear an...

Page 396: ...d SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever 1 Firmly set the parking brake 2 Remove the shift lever override access cover located on the right side of the shifter housing 3 Turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position without starting the engine 4 Press and mai...

Page 397: ...ground All Wheel Drive AWD vehicles must be towed on a flatbed truck all four wheels OFF the ground CAUTION DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission Damage to the drivetrain will result Manual Transmission Front Wheel Drive FWD or All Wheel Drive AWD vehicles can be flat towed all four wheels on the ground with the transmission in NEUTRAL FWD vehicles can be towed with t...

Page 398: ...requires steering the ignition switch must be in the ON RUN or ACC position not in the LOCK position Continued CAUTION Continued Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when towing When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck do not attach to front or rear suspension components Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the ve...

Page 399: ...ler Cap Message 401 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 402 䡵 Replacement Parts 403 䡵 Dealer Service 403 䡵 Maintenance Procedures 404 Engine Oil 405 Engine Oil Filter 408 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 408 Maintenance Free Battery 409 Air Conditioner Maintenance 410 Body Lubrication 411 Windshield Wiper Blades 412 Adding Washer Fluid 412 7 ...

Page 400: ...D Models Only 425 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 426 䡵 Fuses 431 Integrated Power Module 431 䡵 Vehicle Storage 435 䡵 Replacement Bulbs 435 䡵 Bulb Replacement 436 Headlamps 436 Fog Lamps 436 Rear Tail Turn Signal And Backup Lamps 437 License Lamps 437 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 437 䡵 Fluid Capacities 438 䡵 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 439 Engine 439 Chassis 440 398 MAINTAINI...

Page 401: ...Reservoir 6 Air Cleaner Filter 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 Coolant Pressure Cap 3 Engine Oil Fill 8 Engine Oil Dipstick 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 Integrated Power Module Fuses 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 ...

Page 402: ... Reservoir 6 Air Cleaner Filter 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 Coolant Pressure Cap 3 Engine Oil Fill 8 Engine Oil Dipstick 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 Integrated Power Module Fuses 400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 403: ...ed towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soo...

Page 404: ... 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 the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test which you can use prior to goi...

Page 405: ...ould 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 vehicle serviced before going to the I M station The I M station can fail your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engi...

Page 406: ...t 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 or replacement in the future CAUTION Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per form repairs and service when ...

Page 407: ...s such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Do not check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and only when the engine is hot will improve the acc...

Page 408: ...er maintenance interval NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8 000 miles 13 000 km or six months whichever occurs first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Ameri...

Page 409: ...synthetic engine oils provided the recom mended oil quality requirements are met and the recom mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed Materials Added To Engine Oils Do not add any supplemental materials 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 ...

Page 410: ...he Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance interval WARNING The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air cleaner 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 cleaner removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal in...

Page 411: ...nts 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 clamps to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related accessories co...

Page 412: ... 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 413: ...vironmental Protection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment NOTE Use only manufacturer approved A C system sealers stop leak products seal conditioners compressor oil or refrigerants Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot point...

Page 414: ...g periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Make sure that they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid damaging the blade Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gaso...

Page 415: ...parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri cation or oil change Replace as required WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you T...

Page 416: ...ould cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and vehicle Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalti...

Page 417: ...h idle or malfunctioning operating conditions Cooling System WARNING When working near the radiator cooling fan dis connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the OFF position The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the ON position You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam comin...

Page 418: ...nt recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks Cooling System Drain Flush And Refill Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance interval If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment clean and flush with a reliable cooling sys...

Page 419: ...se of Propylene Glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is not recommended Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant antifreeze that allows extended maintenance intervals This engine coolant antifreeze can be used up to five years or 104 000 miles 169 000 km before replacement To prevent reducing this extended mainte nance period it is important that you use the sam...

Page 420: ... fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant antifreeze and to ensure that engine coolant antifreeze will return to the radiator 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 ...

Page 421: ...le should be between the ADD and FULL lines shown on the bottle The radiator normally remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for the coolant freeze point or replacing the engine coolant antifreeze 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...

Page 422: ...tration 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 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 th...

Page 423: ... The brake fluid level should be checked when the pads are replaced However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to both the brake system and the clutch release system The two systems are separated in the reservoir and a leak in one system will not affect the other sy...

Page 424: ... moisture use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged braking resulting in sudden brake failure This could result in a collision Overfilling the ...

Page 425: ...that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor mance Use only the manufacturer s recommended trans mission fluid which has been formulated with special metal to metal friction coefficient additives to provide the proper steel belt traction on the drive and driven pulleys Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for furthe...

Page 426: ... And Filter Changes Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance interval Manual Transmission If Equipped Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug The fluid level should be between the...

Page 427: ...tween the bottom of the fill hole to 1 8 in 4 mm below the fill hole Add fluid if necessary to maintain the proper level Frequency Of Fluid Change Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance interval Power Transfer Unit PTU AWD 4WD Models Only Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturer s recommended fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintain ing Your Vehicle...

Page 428: ...ther and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and under body protection The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes of cor...

Page 429: ...ower washers exceeding 1 200 psi 8 274 kPa can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Special Care If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once a month It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and open If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint to...

Page 430: ...se scouring pads steel wool a bristle brush or metal polishes Only MOPAR威 cleaners or equivalent are recommended Do not use oven cleaner Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels protective finish Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure If Equipped Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man ner Remove as much of the stain as possible ...

Page 431: ...soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather condi tioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause res...

Page 432: ...el cover has a low glare surface which minimizes reflections on the windshield Do not use protectants or other products which may cause undesir able reflections Use soap and warm water to restore the low glare surface Instrument Panel Bezels CAUTION When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve hicle read the installation instructions carefully Some air fresheners will damage the finish of pai...

Page 433: ...ey appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly FUSES Integrated Power Module The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses A label that identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover Refer to Engine Compartment in Main taining Your Vehicle for further informati...

Page 434: ...0 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw 8 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw 9 40 Amp Green Power Seats Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 10 20 Amp Yellow Power Locks Interior Lighting 11 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Outlet 12 20 Amp Yellow 115V AC Inverter 13 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter 14 10 Amp Red Instrument Cluster 15 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan 16 15 Amp Lt Blue Dome Lamp Sunroof Rear Wiper Motor 17 10 Am...

Page 435: ...tdown Relay 24 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Sunroof 25 10 Amp Red Heated Mirror If Equipped Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 26 15 Amp Lt Blue Auto Shutdown Relay 27 10 Amp Red Airbag Control Mod ule 28 10 Amp Red Airbag Control Module Occupant Classification Module 29 Hot Car No Fuse Re quired 30 20 Amp Yellow Heated Seat If Equipped 31 10 Amp Red Headlamp Washer If Equipped 32 30 Amp Pink Aut...

Page 436: ...t is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched Failure to do so may allow water to get into the IPM 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 properly ...

Page 437: ...This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again REPLACEMENT BULBS All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement LIGHT BULBS Interior Bulb Number Front Header Lamp T578 Center Dome Lamp T578 Rear Cargo Lamp Flashlight 8 A35LF LIGHTS BULBS Ex...

Page 438: ...from assembly NOTE These are halogen bulbs Take care not to touch the bulb with your fingers Body oils from your fingers could cause excessive heat buildup which reduces bulb life Fog Lamps Refer to the Service Manual or see your authorized dealer for bulb replacement CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact ...

Page 439: ...st and remove socket from the light 5 Remove bulb from socket and replace License Lamps 1 Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate 2 Rotate the socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise 3 Pull the bulb from the socket Center High Mounted Stoplamp This light is an LED assembly See your authorized dealer for replacement 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 440: ... 2 0L and 2 4L Engine SAE 5W 20 API Certified 4 5 Quarts 4 26 Liters Cooling System 2 0L and 2 4L Engine MOPAR威 Engine Coolant Antifreeze 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 7 2 Quarts 6 8 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 441: ... 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 ZFR5F 11 Gap 0 043 in 1 1 mm Fuel Selection 87 Octane 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 ...

Page 442: ...or equivalent non synthetic product Power Transfer Unit PTU MOPAR威 Gear Axle Lubricant SAE 80W 90 API GL 5 or equivalent non synthetic product Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR威 DOT 3 SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids or equivalent Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR威 Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR威 ATF 4威 Automat...

Page 443: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Maintenance Schedule 442 Required Maintenance Intervals 444 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 444: ...nge is necessary On Non EVIC equipped vehicles Change Oil will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime will sound indicating that an oil change is necessary Based on engine operation condition 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 ...

Page 445: ...uel Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of 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 the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage Inspect...

Page 446: ...ssion 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 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 444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 447: ... even if it occurs before 16 000 miles 26 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect exhaust system Perform the first inspection at 16 000 miles 26 000 km or 12 months Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends ...

Page 448: ... 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 Replace the air conditioning filter Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for crac...

Page 449: ...conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the manual transmission fluid if usi...

Page 450: ... engine air cleaner filter Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace the spark plugs Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Replace rear drive assembly RDA fluid Replace power transfer unit PTU fluid Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or f...

Page 451: ...gn of irregular wear even if it occurs before 80 000 miles 130 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 104 000 miles 169 000 km whichever comes first Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the ...

Page 452: ...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 Service Center 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 450 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 453: ...gs 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 Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following trailer towing heavy loading taxi police delivery service commercial service off road de...

Page 454: ...ge the engine oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 112 000 miles 182 000 km If using your vehicle for any of the following Dusty or off road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the front suspension tie...

Page 455: ...d engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 128 000 miles 208 000 km Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the spark plugs Replace the air conditioning filter Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Replace rear drive assembly RDA fluid Replace power tra...

Page 456: ...road conditions Inspect the engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary Replace the air conditioning filter Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary Inspect the CV joints Inspect exhaust system Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary Change the manual transmission fluid i...

Page 457: ... oil and engine oil filter Rotate the tires rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before 152 000 miles 247 000 km Odometer Reading Date Repair Order Dealer Code Signature Authorized Service Center 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 455 ...

Page 458: ...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 456 MAINTENANCE SCHED...

Page 459: ...If You Need Assistance 459 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 460 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 460 In Mexico Contact 460 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 461 Service Contract 461 䡵 Warranty Information 462 䡵 MOPAR威 Parts 462 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 462 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 462 In Canada 463 䡵 Publication Order Forms 463 9 ...

Page 460: ...䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades 465 Treadwear 465 Traction Grades 465 Temperature Grades 466 458 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 461: ...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 462: ...acturer s customer cen ter should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealership name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 877 426 5337 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 P...

Page 463: ...fter the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer s service contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s service contract you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about the service contract call the manufacturer s Service Cont...

Page 464: ...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 465: ...n about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans port Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1 800 333 0510 or go to http www tc gc ca roadsafety...

Page 466: ...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 467: ...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 468: ...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 469: ...INDEX 10 ...

Page 470: ...bag Deployment 70 Airbag Light 67 68 73 85 195 Airbag Maintenance 72 Airbag Side 63 66 68 69 Airbag Window Side Curtain 64 66 69 Alarm Light 200 Alarm System Security Alarm 17 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 8 Antenna Satellite Radio 236 261 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 316 Anti Lock Warning Light 196 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Alarm 17 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 416 438 439 Capacities 438 Dis...

Page 471: ...nti Lock ABS 316 319 Master Cylinder 421 Parking 313 Warning Light 197 Brake Parking 313 Brake Transmission Interlock 297 Brakes 315 420 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 83 Bulb Replacement 435 436 Bulbs Light 87 435 Calibration Compass 218 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 438 Capacities Fluid 438 Caps Filler Fuel 362 Oil Engine 399 400 407 Power Steering 313 Car Washes 426 Carbon Monoxide...

Page 472: ...le For Safety 84 Checks Safety 84 Child Restraint 74 Child Restraint Tether Anchors 79 Child Restraint with Automatic Belts 77 Child Safety Locks 32 Child Seat 81 Clean Air Gasoline 358 Cleaning Wheels 428 Climate Control 273 Clock 222 241 250 Clutch 421 Clutch Fluid 421 Coin Holder 177 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 273 Compact Spare Tire 342 Compass 208 Compass Calibration 218 Compass Variance 218 ...

Page 473: ...stomer Assistance 459 Data Recorder Event 73 Dealer Service 403 Defroster Rear Window 185 Defroster Windshield 86 276 282 Delay Intermittent Wipers 154 Diagnostic System Onboard 401 Dimmer Switch Headlight 150 Dipsticks Power Steering 313 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 419 Engine Oil 407 Door Locks 27 Door Locks Automatic 29 Door Opener Garage 160 Downshifting 295 Driver s Seat Back Tilt 139 D...

Page 474: ...8 Towing 395 Emission Control System Maintenance 402 Engine 399 400 Block Heater 293 Break In Recommendations 83 Checking Oil Level 405 Cooling 415 Exhaust Gas Caution 84 361 Fuel Requirements 358 Jump Starting 388 Oil 405 438 439 Oil Change Interval 406 Oil Filler Cap 399 400 407 Oil Filter 439 Oil Selection 406 Oil Synthetic 407 Overheating 380 Temperature Gauge 200 Enhanced Accident Response Fe...

Page 475: ...teering 313 Fluid Brake 440 Fluids 439 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 439 Fog Lights 149 206 436 Folding Rear Seat 144 Folding Rear Seat Sedan 144 Four Wheel Drive 302 Systems 302 Four Wheel Drive Operation 302 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 393 Fuel 358 439 Adding 362 Additives 360 Capacity 438 Clean Air 358 Ethanol 359 Filler Cap Gas Cap 362 Gasoline 358 Gauge 194 Light 195 Materials Added 360 Met...

Page 476: ...ect Lever Override 394 Gearshift 298 General Information 17 128 357 General Maintenance 404 Glass Cleaning 430 Gross Axle Weight Rating 367 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 365 366 Hands Free Phone Uconnect 98 Hazard Warning Flasher 380 Head Restraints 141 Headlights 436 Cleaning 429 High Beam 150 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 150 Passing 150 Replacing 436 Switch 148 Heated Mirrors 97 Heated Seats 1...

Page 477: ...t Panel and Controls 192 Instrument Panel Cover 430 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 430 Integrated Power Module Fuses 431 Interior Appearance Care 429 Intermittent Wipers Delay Wipers 154 Introduction 4 Jack Location 382 Jack Operation 382 384 Jacking Instructions 384 Jump Starting 388 Key In Reminder 14 Key Programming 16 Key Replacement 15 Key Sentry Immobilizer 14 Keyless Entry System Sedan 18 K...

Page 478: ...unted Stop 437 Daytime Running 149 Dimmer Switch Headlight 148 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator 327 Engine Temperature Warning 197 Exterior 87 Fog 149 206 436 Headlight Switch 148 Headlights 148 High Beam Indicator 195 Instrument Cluster 148 License 437 Lights On Reminder 149 Low Fuel 195 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 205 Map Reading 152 Oil Pressure 195 Seat Belt Reminder 196 Secur...

Page 479: ... Maintenance Procedures 404 Maintenance Schedule 442 Maintenance General 404 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 205 402 Manual Transaxle 291 294 424 Downshifting 295 Fluid Level Check 424 425 Frequency of Fluid Change 424 425 426 Lubricant Selection 424 425 Manual Service 463 Map Reading Lights 152 Master Cylinder Brakes 421 Methanol 359 Mini Trip Computer 208 Mirrors 93 Automatic Dimming 94...

Page 480: ...ndicator 212 Oil Change Indicator Reset 212 Oil Engine 405 438 Capacity 438 Change Interval 406 Checking 405 Disposal 407 Filter 408 Identification Logo 406 Materials Added to 407 Recommendation 406 438 Synthetic 407 Viscosity 407 Onboard Diagnostic System 401 402 Opener Garage Door HomeLink 160 Operator Manual Owner s Manual 5 Overdrive 300 Overheating Engine 200 380 Owner s Manual Operator Manua...

Page 481: ...acking 383 Pretensioners Seat Belts 53 Programmable Electronic Features 214 Radial Ply Tires 341 Radio Operation 273 Rear Axle Differential 425 Rear Drive Assembly 425 Rear Liftgate Sedan 35 Rear Seat Folding 144 Rear Window Defroster 185 Rear Window Features 184 Rear Wiper Washer 184 Recorder Event Data 73 Recreational Towing 378 Reformulated Gasoline 358 Refrigerant 411 Reminder Seat Belt 57 Rem...

Page 482: ...ires 348 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 85 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 87 Safety Defects Reporting 462 Safety Information Tire 328 Safety Tips 84 Safety Exhaust Gas 84 Satellite Radio Antenna 236 261 Schedule Maintenance 442 Seat Belt Maintenance 431 Seat Belt Reminder 57 Seat Belts 37 85 Adjustable Shoulder Belt 46 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 46 And Pregnant Women 59 Child Restraint 74 Ex...

Page 483: ...ngs Personal 214 Shift Lever Override 394 Shift Speeds Manual Transaxle 295 Shoulder Belts 41 Side Airbag 68 Side Window Demisters Defrosters 285 Signals Turn 87 195 437 Snow Chains Tire Chains 347 Snow Tires 347 Spare Tire 342 343 383 Specifications Oil 406 Speed Control Cruise Control 157 201 Speedometer 195 Starting 291 Automatic Transmission 291 Engine Fails to Start 293 Manual Transmission 29...

Page 484: ... Engine Coolant 200 381 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 79 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 17 Theft System Security Alarm 17 Tie Down Hooks Cargo 182 Tilt Steering Column 156 Tire and Loading Information Placard 334 Tire Identification Number TIN 332 Tire Markings 328 Tire Safety Information 328 Tires 87 338 465 Aging Life of Tires 345 Air Pressure 338 Chains 347 Changing 382 Compact Spare 342 Flat Chang...

Page 485: ...e 112 Disabled Vehicle 395 Guide 370 Recreational 378 Weight 370 Towing Assistance 112 Trailer Towing 366 Cooling System Tips 377 Hitches 369 Minimum Requirements 372 Trailer and Tongue Weight 371 Wiring 375 Trailer Towing Guide 370 Trailer Weight 370 Transaxle 296 Automatic 12 291 296 423 Autostick 300 Manual 291 294 Operation 296 Overdrive 300 Selection of Lubricant 423 Transmitter Battery Servi...

Page 486: ...umer Interface UCI Connector 264 Universal Transmitter 160 Unleaded Gasoline 358 Vanity Mirrors 98 Variance Compass 218 Vehicle Certification Label 364 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 7 Vehicle Loading 335 364 366 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 8 Vehicle Storage 284 435 Vehicle Theft Alarm Security Alarm 17 Voice Recognition System VR 128 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 194 Warn...

Page 487: ...hing Vehicle 426 Wheel and Wheel Trim 428 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 428 Wind Buffeting 169 Window Fogging 285 Windows 33 Power 33 Windshield Defroster 86 276 282 Windshield Washers 152 155 Windshield Wipers 152 412 Wipers Intermittent 154 10 INDEX 485 ...

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Page 489: ...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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