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Summary of Contents for PROMASTER 2017

Page 1: ...p r o m a s t e r O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 7 ...

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

Page 3: ...EHICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 57 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 99 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 175 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 243 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 277 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 325 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 331 10 INDEX 339 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 INTRODUCTION 4 䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 4 䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 6 䡵 VAN CONVERSIONS CAMPERS 6 䡵 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 7 䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS 7 1 ...

Page 6: ...and enjoyable operation of your vehicle NOTE After reviewing the owner information it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain with the vehicle when sold When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained techni cians and genuine MOPAR parts and cares about your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table...

Page 7: ...Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner s Manual 1 INTRODUCTION 5 ...

Page 8: ... refer to the What Is Not Cov ered section of the Warranty Information book Such equipment includes video monitors VCRs heaters stoves refrigerators etc For warranty coverage and service on these items contact the applicable manufacturer Operating instructions for the special equipment installed by the conversion camper manufacturer should also be supplied with your vehicle If these instructions a...

Page 9: ...ll as the Automobile Informa tion Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle the vehicle registration and title NOTE It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death Vehicle Identification ...

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Page 11: ...tem 14 To Arm The System 14 To Disarm The System 14 Security System Manual Override 15 䡵 ILLUMINATED ENTRY 15 䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE 15 To Unlock The Doors 16 To Lock The Doors 16 Programming Additional Key Fobs 16 Key Fob Battery Replacement 16 General Information 17 䡵 POWER DOOR LOCKS 17 Automatic Door Locks 19 Auto Unlock Doors 19 䡵 WINDOWS 19 Power Windows 19 Wind Buffeting 20 䡵 OCCUPANT R...

Page 12: ...4 Transporting Pets 51 䡵 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 51 䡵 SAFETY TIPS 51 Transporting Passengers 51 Exhaust Gas 52 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 53 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 55 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 13: ... new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys Mechanical Ignition Key Removal 1 Place the gear selector in PARK if equipped with an automatic transmission 2 Rotate the key to the OFF LOCK position 3 Remove the key from the mechanical ignition switch Key Fob With Integrated Mechanical Key Mechanical Ignition Switch Positions 1 STOP OF...

Page 14: ...ing brake brake pedal or the gear selector Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children A child could oper ate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitat...

Page 15: ...h the electronics CAUTION Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Continued CAUTION Continued The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat ible with some aftermarket 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 b...

Page 16: ...l 15 minutes only the turn signal lights will flash Rearming Of The System If the system has not been disabled the vehicle security alarm will rearm itself after the 15 additional minutes of turn lamps flashing If the condition which initiated the alarm is still present the system will ignore that condition and monitor the remaining doors and ignition To Arm The System To arm the system the vehicl...

Page 17: ...they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN from the OFF position NOTE The front courtesy overhead console and door courtesy lights will not turn off if the dimmer control is in the Dome ON position The illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the Dome OFF position REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE This system allows you to lock or unlock the ...

Page 18: ...lash at an increased rate and there will be no horn chirp This is to indicate that a door is still open Programming Additional Key Fobs Refer to Sentry Key in this section for further informa tion If you do not have a programmed key fob contact your authorized dealer for details Key Fob Battery Replacement NOTE Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perc...

Page 19: ...ra tion NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment POWER DOOR LOCKS The central lock unlock button has an LED that indicates whether the doors are locked or unlocked LED ON Doors locked Push the central lock unlock button once again to centrally unlock all doors The LED will switch off LED OF...

Page 20: ... or the manual transmission into FIRST gear or REVERSE apply the parking brake turn the vehicle OFF remove the key fobs from vehicle and lock all doors and lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Childre...

Page 21: ...ks all doors when the driver door is open NOTE If the passenger door is open only the passenger door is unlocked This procedure is the same for the rear and side doors as well WINDOWS Power Windows The control on the left front door panel has up down switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger ...

Page 22: ...ush down on the window switch briefly NOTE The power window switches remain active for up to three minutes depending on the accessory delay set ting after the ignition switch has been turned OFF Open ing either of the vehicle s front doors will cancel this feature Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your ve...

Page 23: ...s section for further information should be secured in a vehicle with a rear seat in child restraints or belt positioning booster seats Older children who do not use child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat 4 Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm 5 You should read the instructions provi...

Page 24: ... Passenger BeltAlert If Equipped BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and outboard front seat passenger if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert to buckle their seat belts The Belt Alert feature is active whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON RUN position Initial Indication If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in the START or ON ...

Page 25: ...ered when an animal or other items are placed on the outboard front passenger seat or when the seat is folded flat if equipped It is recommended that pets be restrained in the rear seat if equipped in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts and cargo is properly stowed BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your autho rized dealer FCA US LLC does not recommend deactivat ...

Page 26: ...n 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 Occupants including the driver should always wear their seat belts whether Continued WARNING Continued or not an air bag is also provided at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash Wearing your s...

Page 27: ...creasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly A seat belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the Continued WARNING Continued vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A seat belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the seat belt over your shoulder so that your st...

Page 28: ...seat for vehicles equipped with a rear seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go around your lap 3 When the seat belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Pulling Out The Latch Plate Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR...

Page 29: ...belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt 1 Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point 2 At about 6 to 12 in 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the sea...

Page 30: ...are taller than average you will prefer the shoulder belt anchorage in a higher position After you release the anchorage button try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position NOTE The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing th...

Page 31: ...slack in the shoulder belt Misadjustment of the seat belt could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat belts must be worn by all occupants including preg nant women the risk of injury in the event of an accident is reduced for the mother and the unborn child if they are wearing a seat belt Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and a...

Page 32: ...eployed air bag must be replaced immediately Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a seat belt system with an Energy Man agement feature in the front seating positions that may help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a collision The seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a controlled manner Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR The...

Page 33: ...to remove any slack in the shoulder belt Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child restraint is installed in a seating position that has a seat belt with this feature Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in a vehicle with a rear seat WARNING Never place a rear facing child restraint in front of an air bag A deploying passenger front air bag can cause death or s...

Page 34: ...y used to install rear facing or forward facing child restraints that have a harness for restraining the child Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS Some of the safety features described in this section may be standard equipment on some models or may be optional equipment on others If you are not sure ask your autho rized dealer The air bag system must be ready to protect you in a collision The Occup...

Page 35: ...position After the self check the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunc tion in any part of the system it turns on the Air Bag Warning Light either momentarily or continuously A single chime will sound to alert you if the light comes on again after initial startup The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfu...

Page 36: ...ediately Front Air Bags This vehicle has front air bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint sys tems The driver front air bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger front air bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG or AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers WARNING Being too close...

Page 37: ... front passenger seat belt is buckled The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Ad vanced Front Air Bags WARNING No objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate Do not put anything on or around the air bag cov...

Page 38: ... in all collisions and also are needed to help keep you in position away from an inflating air bag When the ORC detects a collision requiring the front air bags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the front air bags 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 ...

Page 39: ...am on the outboard side of the seatback s trim cover The inflating SAB deploys through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door The SAB moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure occupants if they are not seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the SAB inflates Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying...

Page 40: ...r if items are positioned in the area where the SABICs inflate Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag WARNING Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the deployment of the SABICs The trim covering above the side windows where the SABIC and its deployment path are located should remain free from any obstructions In order for the SABICs to work as...

Page 41: ... collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger compartment The Side Air Bags may deploy during angled or offset frontal collisions where the front air bags deploy Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint system Side Air Bags deploy in less time than it takes to blink your eyes WARNING Occupants including children who are up against or very close to Side Air Bags can be s...

Page 42: ... of partial or complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in certain side impact events The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with electrical Air Bag System Components listed below Air Bag System Components Occupant Restraint Controller ORC Air Bag Warning Light Steering Wheel and Column Instrument Panel Knee Imp...

Page 43: ...ues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s instructions for cleaning Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed If you are involved in another collision the air bags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision Have the air bags seat belt preten...

Page 44: ... fuel tank before resetting the system and starting the engine If there are no fuel leaks or damage to the vehicle electrical devices e g headlights after an accident reset the Fuel Cut Off Switch by following the procedure described below Fuel Cut Off Switch Reset Procedure In order to reset the Fuel Cut Off Switch after an event push the A Button located underneath the front passen ger seat knee...

Page 45: ... serviced in any way including removal or loosening tightening of seat attachment bolts take the vehicle to your authorized Continued WARNING Continued dealer Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may be used If it is necessary to modify the air bag system for persons with disabilities contact your authorized dealer Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder...

Page 46: ...ou can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child can become a projectile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so...

Page 47: ...ld Restraint facing rearward in the rear seat of the vehicle Small Children Children who are at least two years old or who have out grown the height or weight limit of their rear facing child restraint Forward Facing Child Restraint with a five point Harness facing forward in the rear seat of the vehicle Larger Children Children who have out grown their forward facing child restraint but are too s...

Page 48: ...ING Never place a rear facing child restraint in front of an air bag A deploying passenger front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger including a child in a rear facing child restraint Only use a rear facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat Older Children And Child Restraints Children who are two years old or who have outgrown their rear facing conv...

Page 49: ...ccupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the seat belt in a rear seat Use this simple 5 step test to decide whether the child can use the vehicle s seat belt alone...

Page 50: ...be moved to the full rearward position and the child must be in a proper restraint system based on its age size and weight Follow the instructions below to secure the child restraint using the seat belt WARNING Rear facing infant restraints must never be secured in the passenger seat of a vehicle with a passenger Air Bag In a collision a passenger Air Bag may deploy causing severe injury or death ...

Page 51: ...e Automatic Locking Retractors ALR under Occupant Restraint Systems for additional information on ALR Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt Front Bucket Seat Automatic Locking Retractor ALR Location ALR Switchable Automatic Locking...

Page 52: ...ebbing to retract back into the retractor As the webbing retracts you will hear a clicking sound This means the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode 6 Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor If it is locked you should not be able to pull out any webbing If the retractor is not locked repeat step 5 7 Finally pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child re...

Page 53: ...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 the recom mended viscosity and quality grades refer to Mainte nance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle CAUTIO...

Page 54: ... If you are required to drive with the trunk liftgate rear doors open make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running adjust your heating or cooling con trols to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed The best protection a...

Page 55: ... the light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving have an authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately Refer to Occupant Restraints for further information Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is ...

Page 56: ...nd place the floor mat in your trunk Continued WARNING Continued ONLY use the passenger s side floor mat on the passenger s side floor area ALWAYS make sure objects cannot fall or slide into the driver s side floor area when the vehicle is moving Objects can become trapped under accelera tor brake or clutch pedals and could cause a loss of vehicle control NEVER place any objects under the floor ma...

Page 57: ...ation pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for proper closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected o...

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Page 59: ... Seat Adjustments 64 Suspension Seat If Equipped 67 Swivel Seat If Equipped 68 Flap On Bench If Equipped 69 Underseat Storage Tray Driver Side Only If Equipped 70 Heated Seats If Equipped 70 Head Restraints 71 Adjustable Armrests If Equipped 73 䡵 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 74 䡵 LIGHTS 76 Multifunction Lever 76 Headlights 76 Dimmer Controls 76 Ambient Light 77 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 77 ...

Page 60: ...4 To Set A Desired Speed 84 To Deactivate 84 To Resume Speed 84 To Vary The Speed Setting 85 To Accelerate For Passing 86 䡵 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED 86 ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sensors 87 ParkSense Rear Park Assist Alerts 87 ParkSense Rear Park Assist Failure Indications 89 Cleaning The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System 89 ParkSense Rear Park Assist System Usage Precautions 89 䡵 PA...

Page 61: ...PHOLDERS 96 䡵 STORAGE 96 Glove Compartments 96 Front Door Storage If Equipped 97 Dash Storage 97 Dashboard Clipboard 98 䡵 CARGO AREA FEATURES 98 Cargo Area 98 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 59 ...

Page 62: ...t lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror WARNING Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are Relying too much on side convex mirrors 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 a side conve...

Page 63: ...urn the control to the center position O to prevent acciden tally moving a mirror NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a power blind spot mirror you can adjust them when the control wand is positioned to the lower arrows 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 button located in the temperatur...

Page 64: ...irrors are designed to be folded and unfolded using the power folding switch If the mirrors are manually folded the mirror head may appear loose If the mirror head or pivot exhibits a slight amount of play the mirror should be power folded closed then power folded open this may require multiple button pushes Power Folding Mirror Switch Location Power Folding Mirror Switch 1 Power Folding Mirror No...

Page 65: ...rmal position as soon as practical SEATS Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle WARNING It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts In a collision peo...

Page 66: ...nd Rearward Adjustment The adjusting bar is at the front of the seat near the floor Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rearward Release the bar once the seat is in the desired position Then using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched Lumbar Support If Equipped This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lu...

Page 67: ...Height Adjustment With Swivel Seat If Equipped The height adjusting knobs are located on the center outboard side of the seat Rotate the front knob to adjust the front of the seat up or down Rotate the rear knob to adjust the rear of the seat up or down Height Adjustment Levers 1 Front Height Adjusting Lever 2 Rear Height Adjusting Lever Height Adjustment Knobs 1 Front Height Adjusting Knob 2 Rear...

Page 68: ...back is in the upright position Recliner Adjustment With Swivel Seat The recliner lever is located at the lower front outboard side of the seat To recline the seatback lean forward slightly pull the lever outward lean back to the desired position and release the lever To return the seatback to its normal upright position lean forward and pull the lever outward Release the lever once the seatback i...

Page 69: ...uld slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Suspension Seat If Equipped The seat is equipped with a mechanical spring system and hydraulic shock absorber to ensure maximum comfort and safety The system of springs also effectively absorbs im pact from uneven road surfaces Damper Weight Adjustment Use the weight adjustment k...

Page 70: ...When the seats are not in the right position and the first vehicle movement after the cranking is attempted a chime and a text message will appear in instrument cluster display Rotate and lock the swivel seats in the correct position before trying again If the driver or the passenger seats are not locked in facing forward position during movement of the vehicle a mes sage will appear in the instru...

Page 71: ...down flap that can be used as a document support surface To use the fold down flap grasp the pull tab and lower the flap The fold down flap is equipped with two cup holders and a support surface with a paper holder clip Fold Down Flap Pull Tab Fold Down Flap 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 ...

Page 72: ...seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks The controls for the front heated seats are located on the lower outboard side of the seat Push the switch once to turn on the heated seats Push the switch a second time to shut the heating elements off NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt within two to five minutes Underseat Storage Tray Heated Seat Switc...

Page 73: ...ricting 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 WARNING All occupants including the driver should not oper ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash Head r...

Page 74: ...erious injury or death to occupants of the vehicle Always securely stow re moved head restraints in a location outside the occupant compartment ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the vehicle to properly protect the occupants Follow the re installation instructions above prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a seat NOTE Do not reposition the head restraint 180 degrees to the incor...

Page 75: ...ght Underneath the front of the armrest is the adjuster wheel which will adjust the height of the armrest up or down Turn the adjuster wheel to the right or left to adjust the height of the armrest up or down Adjuster Wheel Location Adjuster Wheel 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 ...

Page 76: ...r Pull the hood release lever located on the side of the instrument panel 2 Move to the outside of the vehicle reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and push the safety latch lever to the right to release it before raising the hood Hood Release Hood Safety Latch Lever Location 74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 77: ... to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death CAUTION To prevent possible damage Before closing hood make sure the hood prop rod is fully seated into its storage retaining clips Do not slam the hood to close it Use a firm down ward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latche...

Page 78: ...e multifunction lever to the headlight position When the headlight switch is on the parking lights taillights license plate light the clearance lights and instrument panel lights are also turned on To turn off the headlights turn the end of the multifunction lever back to the O Off position Dimmer Controls The dimmer controls are located on the left side of the instrument panel below the instrumen...

Page 79: ...trument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further infor mation The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the ignition is ON the headlight switch is off the parking brake is off and the turn signal is off Battery Saver To protect the life of your vehicle s battery when the ignition is OFF and any door is left ajar for 15 minutes the interior lights will automatically...

Page 80: ...low beam Flash To Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer ing wheel This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released Follow Me Home Headlight Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for a preset period of time Activation Remove the key or ...

Page 81: ...ead Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead shelf Each light is turned on by pushing the corresponding switch Overhead Lights 1 Ambient Light 2 Right Map Light 3 On Right Position 4 Center Position 5 Off Left Position 6 Left Map Light 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 ...

Page 82: ... Push the switch on the right position to turn the right light on push again to turn the right light off Push the switch on the left position to turn the left light on also push again to turn the left light off CAUTION Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the switch is in the center position or that the lights are off to avoid draining the battery Ambient Light The vehicle is equipped wi...

Page 83: ...Cargo Lamp lens to the left from its center position and the lamp is always on WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers The wind shield wiper lever can be raised or lowered to access the modes NOTE The windshield wipers washers wil...

Page 84: ...used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid Windshield Washer Operation To use the washer pull the windshield wiper washer lever toward the steering wheel to activate the washers The wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected If the lever is pulled while in the off position the wipers wil...

Page 85: ...ile driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the Continued WARNING Continued driver to lose control of the vehicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death SPEED CONTROL When engaged the Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h up to the maximum speed of 100 mph 160 km h The Speed Control Lever is loc...

Page 86: ... you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system off when you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Speed Control ON When the vehicle has reached the desired speed move the Speed Control lever upward SET 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 g...

Page 87: ...ue to increase until the lever is released then the new set speed will be established To Decrease Speed When the Speed Control is set you can decrease speed by tapping the Speed Control lever down The driver s preferred units can be selected through the radio settings if equipped Refer to Uconnect Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for more informa tion The speed increment shown is de...

Page 88: ...eed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides an au dible indication of the distance between the rear fascia bumper and a detected obstacle when backing up e g during a parking maneuver Refer to ParkSense System Usage Precautions for limitations of this system and rec omme...

Page 89: ...ndicates the nearest obstacle The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corresponds to the maximum height of an obstacle that would clear the underside of the vehicle during the parking maneuver ParkSense Rear Park Assist Alerts If an obstacle is behind the vehicle when REVERSE gear is engaged an audible alert is activated The tones emitted by the loudspeaker inform the driver that the vehicle i...

Page 90: ...Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel Failure Sensor or System failures Visual Signal instrument panel Icon appears on display Message is displayed on multifunc tion display where provided While audible signals are emitted the audio system is not muted The audible signal is turned off immediately if the distance increases The tone cycle remains constant if the distance ...

Page 91: ...loth Do not use rough or hard cloths In washing stations clean sensors quickly keeping the vapor jet high pressure washing nozzles at least 4 inches 10 cm from the sensors Do not scratch or poke the sensors Otherwise you could damage the sensors ParkSense Rear Park Assist System Usage Precautions NOTE Ensure that the outer surface and the underside of the rear bumper is clean and clear of snow ice...

Page 92: ...ssembly depending on its size and shape giving a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle CAUTION ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle including small obstacles Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not detected at all Obstacles located above or below the sensors will not be detected when they are in close proximity The vehicle must b...

Page 93: ...ifted out of REVERSE and or when the rear doors are closed the rear camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen appears again When displayed static grid lines will illustrate the width of the vehicle and will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle The follow ing table shows the approximate distances for each zone Zone Distance to the rear o...

Page 94: ...to view every obstacle or object in your drive path To avoid vehicle damage the vehicle must be driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is seen It is recommended that the driver look frequently over his her shoulder when using ParkView NOTE If snow ice mud or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens clean the lens rinse with water and dry with a soft...

Page 95: ...ition key at MAR ON Load Compartment Power Outlet The Load Compartment Power Outlet is located on the left rear side of the rear cargo compartment The outlet can be is used for powering 12 Volt adaptive accessories and recharging communications devices Passenger Compartment Power Outlet Load Compartment Power Outlet 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 ...

Page 96: ...e 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 suffi ciently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickl...

Page 97: ...panel to the left of the steering column which can be used to power various electronic devices Connections to the switches are found in the right central pillar fuse panel at the base of the passenger side B pillar Auxiliary Switch 1 is configured to constant battery feed while Auxiliary Switch 2 is configured to ignition feed For further information on using the auxiliary switches please refer to...

Page 98: ...upholders located in each door panel as well as one single cupholder located to the right of the manual climate controls STORAGE Glove Compartments The glove compartments are located on the right side of the instrument panel Cupholders Glove Compartments 1 Upper Glove Compartment 2 Lower Glove Compartment 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 99: ...ge areas and bottle holders are located in both the front door trim panels Dash Storage The dash storage is located on the right side of the instrument panel Front Door Storage Dash Storage 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 ...

Page 100: ...d two storage bins on each side of the clipboard CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Area The cargo area may be equipped with different options such as a optional side panels rear seats and an optional floor Clipboard And Storage Bins 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 101: ...RUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY 123 Instrument Cluster Display And Controls 124 Setup Menu 125 Change Engine Oil Indicator System 127 Trip Computer 127 Trip Button 127 Trip Functions 128 Values Displayed 128 Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features 129 䡵 CYBERSECURITY 130 䡵 UCONNECT RH3 131 Introduction 131 Recommendations 132 Identification Number 132 Security Code 132 General 133 Uconnect RH3 Dis...

Page 102: ...TEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS 158 Radio Operation 158 䡵 CD DISC MAINTENANCE 158 䡵 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES 159 General Information 159 䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS 160 Manual Climate Control Overview 160 Operating Tips 165 䡵 UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION 168 Introducing Uconnect 168 Get Started 168 Basic Voice Commands 170 Radio 170 Media 171 Phone 172 Voice Text Reply 173 General Information 174 Addit...

Page 103: ... USB Charger 12V 21 Horn 4 Multifunction Lever Front Wiper Trip Computer 13 Climate Controls 22 Mute Uconnect Voice Command Buttons 5 Radio As Equipped 14 Lower Switch Bank 23 Cruise Control Switches 6 Clip Board 15 Cup Holders 24 Fuse Box Lid 7 Upper Glove Compartment 16 Gear Selector 25 Instrument Cluster Display Controls 8 Passenger Air Bag 17 USB AUX 26 Hood Release 9 Storage Compartment 18 Ig...

Page 104: ...isplay shows instrument cluster display messages Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Odometer Trip Odometer Display Area U S Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the purchaser 102 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 105: ...Refer to Six Speed Automatic Transmission in Starting And Operating for further information on ERS 3 Tachometer This gauge measures engine revolutions per minute RPM x 1000 Before the pointer reaches the red area ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage 4 Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem perature Any reading within the normal range indi cates that the eng...

Page 106: ...fuel door is located WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS The warning indicator lights switch on in the instrument panel together with a dedicated message and or acoustic signal when applicable These indications are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be considered as exhaustive and or alternative to the information contained in the Owner s Manual which you are advised to read carefully in a...

Page 107: ...our Ve hicle for further information Air Bag Warning Light Red Telltale Light What It Means Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition is placed in the ON RUN position If the light is either not on during startup stays on or turns on while driv ing have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible This light will il...

Page 108: ...charging system Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible This indicates a possible problem with the electrical system or a related compo nent Door Open Indicator Light Red Telltale Light What It Means Door Open Indicator Light This indicator will illuminate when one or more door s are not fully closed NOTE If the vehicle is moving and a door is opened there will also be a single chime 10...

Page 109: ...n the PARK position The light should turn off If the light remains on with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable however see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible If the light continues to flash when the engine is running immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require tow...

Page 110: ...d run the engine at idle speed or apply light foot pressure to increase the engine speed RPM until the Transmission Temperature light turns off Contact your authorized dealer if the message remains after restarting the engine WARNING If you continue operating the vehicle when the Trans mission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated you could cause the fluid to boil over come in contact with hot ...

Page 111: ...d idle the vehicle If the temperature reading does not return to normal turn the engine off immediately and call for service NOTE As the coolant temperature gauge approaches H a Red Dot lamp located to the left of the H will illuminate and a single chime will sound Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass H In this case a continuous chime will sound until the engine is allowed ...

Page 112: ... will remain on until the condition has been corrected If the problem is related to the Brake Booster the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop NOTE Brake Warning Light may illuminate due to excessive wear to brake pads The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic syste...

Page 113: ... ate repair to the ABS system is required Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by placing the ignition in the ON RUN position The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized dealer The light also will tur...

Page 114: ...e cause is corrected This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights Stop Light Failure Indicator Light Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Stop Light Failure Indicator Light This light will illuminate if one or more of the stop light bulb fails The failure relating to this light could be One or more bl...

Page 115: ... Indicator will come on when a failure to one of the following lights is detected Direction Indicators Backup Lights Parking Lights Daytime Running Lights Clearance Lights License Plate Lights The failure relating to these lights could be One or more blown bulbs A blown protection fuse A break in the electrical connection 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 113 ...

Page 116: ...ght comes on this means that the system is running a self test for example for a voltage drop Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Warning Light Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Warning Light The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is lower than the recommended value and or that slow pressure loss is occurr...

Page 117: ...ty feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accord ingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a signifi cantly under inflated tire...

Page 118: ...vent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equip ment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size ...

Page 119: ...ion cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected The ESC Off Indicator Light and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition is placed in the MAR ACC ON RUN position Each time the ignition is placed in the ...

Page 120: ...smission control systems The light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON RUN position before engine start If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON RUN have the condition checked promptly Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap poor quality fuel etc may illuminate the light after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through...

Page 121: ...driver occupants or others CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system It also could affect fuel economy and driveability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required TOW HAUL Indicator Light Yellow Telltale Light What It Means TOW HAUL Indicator Light ...

Page 122: ...perate normally if the brake warning light is not on If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the ben efits of Anti Lock Brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition is placed in the ON RUN position have the light inspected by an authorized dealer Generic Warning Indicator Light Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Generic Warning Indic...

Page 123: ...ear as selected when the multi function lever is moved down left or up right NOTE A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km with either turn signal on Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indicator flashes at a rapid rate Front Fog Indicator Light If Equipped Green Telltale Light What It Means Front Fog Indicator Light If Equipped This indicato...

Page 124: ...ator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on Cruise Control Engaged Indicator Light If Equipped Green Telltale Light What It Means Cruise Control Engaged Indicator Light This light will turn on when the cruise control has been set to a certain speed 122 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 125: ...eful information to the driver With the ignition in the STOP OFF position opening closing of a door will activate the display for viewing and display the total miles kilometers in the odometer Your instru ment cluster display is designed to display important information about your vehicle s systems and features Using a driver interactive display located on the instru ment panel your instrument clu...

Page 126: ...f useful information by pushing the switches mounted on the instrument panel The menu items consists of the follow ing Speed Beep Trip B Data Set Time Set Date Autoclose Units Language Buzzer Volume Seat Belt Buzzer Just Available After SBR Disable Made By CHR Service Service Diesel Only DRL Daytime Running Light If Equipped Exit Menu Instrument Cluster Display 124 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PA...

Page 127: ...st the illumination on the instrument panel when the headlights are on Down Arrow Button Push and release the down arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu and sub menus or adjust the illumination on the instru ment panel when the headlights are on Setup Menu The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle Push and release the up or down arrow button to access the differe...

Page 128: ...tion to set 2 Push and release the up or down arrow button by single pushes to select the new setting 3 Briefly push and release the MODE button to store the new setting and go back to the main menu option previously selected Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu With Submenu 1 Briefly push and release the MODE button to display the first submenu option 2 Push and release the up or down arrow butto...

Page 129: ...rt the engine 2 Fully push the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF LOCK position NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure Trip Computer The Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster It features a driver interactive display di...

Page 130: ...ithout storing settings Trip Functions Both trip functions are resettable reset start of new trip Trip A can be used to display the figures relating to Trip Distance A Average Fuel Consumption Average Speed A Travel Time A Driving Time Trip B can be used to display the figures relating to Trip Distance B Average Fuel Consumption Average Speed B Travel Time B Driving Time Current Trip can be used t...

Page 131: ...y This indicates the fuel consumption The value is con stantly updated The message will appear on the display if the vehicle is parked with the engine running Average Speed This value shows the vehicle s average speed as a function of the overall time elapsed since the last reset Travel Time This value shows the time elapsed since the last reset Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Spe...

Page 132: ...ers evaluates and takes appropriate steps as needed Similar to a com puter or other devices your vehicle may require software updates to improve the usability and performance of your systems or to reduce the potential risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your vehicle systems The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your vehicle systems may still exist even if the most recent version ...

Page 133: ...ion refer to Onboard Diagnostic System OBD II Cybersecurity in Maintaining Your Vehicle UCONNECT RH3 Introduction Your vehicle is equipped with a radio that has an AM FM radio receiver and a USB port for playing MP3 WMA and AAC files The device has been designed according to the specific characteristics of the vehicle with a design match ing the style of the instrument panel The radio is installed...

Page 134: ...e The radio structure is built to guarantee many years of operation without needing maintenance In case of a fault contact your local authorized dealer Use only a soft anti static cloth to clean the front of the radio Detergents and waxes can damage the surface Identification Number The radio has a unique identification number found on the warranty card This card is required as proof of ownership ...

Page 135: ...ode entered 4 3 5 9 If you enter the correct code the radio will start as normal in radio mode TUNER If you enter the wrong code the radio will remain locked until disconnected from the power supply If the car radio power supply is disconnected for approxi mately eight seconds or longer you will again be asked for the security code when it is reconnected General The radio offers the following feat...

Page 136: ...tup MENU allows you to change the default settings Uconnect RH3 Display Description Of Commands Rotary Knob Turn radio on and off volume forward reverse track confirm selected option 䉴䉴 And 䉳䉳 Buttons Station search in automatic mode station search in manual mode forward reverse tracks forward reverse within track Mute Pause Button Interrupts the sound by muting or pausing the audio RH3 Display Pa...

Page 137: ...MENU section In this configuration the radio will follow two parameters ignition and previous state If the ignition is turned off with the radio on the radio will be turned off but will come on again when the ignition is turned on If the ignition is turned off with the radio off the radio continues to be turned off when the ignition is turned on again If you prefer you can set Auto Switch OFF see ...

Page 138: ...ngs will be saved USER equalization must be selected to activate the Bass and Treble functions Bass The display will show BASS 00 to indicate that the Bass function can be set To increase the bass level turn the ROTARY knob clockwise To decrease the bass level turn the ROTARY knob counterclockwise The bass levels can be set between 15 and 15 Treble The display will show TREB 00 to indicate that th...

Page 139: ...e AM FM Radio When you enter TUNER mode the radio tunes to the most recently selected station and will remain on the most recently selected frequency band In this mode of operation the display will show one of the following 5 codes CH Channel When this is on it indicates that the current radio station preset is stored in memory The code is only shown when the tuned frequency is showing on the disp...

Page 140: ...riginal volume setting The display will show MUTE OFF for three seconds and then return to the previous display mode When the or Audio 1 2 3 4 5 6 BAND AS buttons and SRC are pushed in Mute Paused mode these will be implemented and the audio will be re stored without changing the original volume Turn the ROTARY knob to restore the audio and change the volume to the level selected The display will ...

Page 141: ...ascending order of frequency and the first one is stored in memory position 1 and so on until positions 1 6 are all in use If fewer than 6 stations are found the unused channels will be allocated to the 107 9 MHz frequency for FM and AM 1710 KHz for the AM band At the end of the search process the radio tunes in to the first preset position and the display will indicate the associated preset numbe...

Page 142: ...played whenever the ignition is switched on even if the radio is off This function takes priority in the display whenever you access any of the radio functions If no buttons are pushed within 10 seconds the display will go back to showing the clock When this function is disabled the display shows CLK OFF USB Mode MP3 WMA AAC CAUTION To remove devices connected to the USB port first select the othe...

Page 143: ...e display will show ERR USB for two seconds and the radio remains in TUNER mode If a valid device does not contain any playable files i e MP3 WMA or AAC the display will show NO MUSIC for two seconds and the radio remains in TUNER mode If playable files are found the radio will also check that the connected device is the same as the one used immediately before the USB function If this is the case ...

Page 144: ...File Sequence 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 145: ...n two seconds the radio will skip back to the beginning of the track If this button is pushed again the radio will skip back to the previous audio file on the device When these buttons are pushed the display will show a TRKyyy message where yyy is the track number If any of these buttons is briefly pushed again the number in the display will continue changing according to the selected track While ...

Page 146: ... three seconds Push this button again to resume music playback from the point where it left off without changing the original volume level The display will show PLAY for three seconds It then returns to the previous mode When or Audio 1 2 and SRC are pushed in Mute Paused mode playback where applicable will resume and the sound will be restored without chang ing the original volume level Turn the ...

Page 147: ...y 1 button the radio will advance to the first track in the next folder containing audio files if you push button 2 the radio will return to the first track in the previous folder containing audio files When this operation is complete the display shows the name of the selected folder If you push any of these buttons again quickly the name shown is updated as you select folders on the USB device Wh...

Page 148: ...ng played will alternate in the following sequence Track Time Title Album Artist File Folder Track At the first touch of the button the display now shows the information type related to the track being played for example if the current information is track the display will show TIME If you push any other buttons or if the DISP button is not pushed for two seconds the information type that is on th...

Page 149: ...urn the control knob to scroll through menus and change settings i e 30 60 90 push the center of the control knob one or more times to select or change a setting i e ON OFF Uconnect 5 0 Buttons On The Touchscreen And Buttons On The Faceplate 1 Uconnect Buttons On The Touchscreen 2 Uconnect Buttons On The Faceplate Uconnect 5 0 NAV Buttons On The Touchscreen And Buttons On The Faceplate 1 Uconnect ...

Page 150: ...Lights Doors Locks Audio Phone Bluetooth SiriusXM Setup if equipped Restore Settings and Clear Personal Data NOTE Only one category may be selected at a time The Back arrow will change into a Done button if any changes are made When making a selection press the button on the touch screen to enter the desired mode Once in the desired mode press and release the preferred setting Once the setting is ...

Page 151: ...eature is only available in Manual Display Mode Set Language Desired Language Button NOTE The button will highlight showing that setting has been selected Touchscreen Beep Yes No Display Trip B Units If Equipped Temperature F or C Distance mi or km Fuel Consumption NOTE If the distance is in mi miles miles per gallon mpg are set automatically If the distance is km km 1 or 1 100km can be selected V...

Page 152: ...s If Equipped On Off Set Date Day Month NOTE By selecting this Setting the day and month can be updated The selectable days range from 1 31 depending on month The selectable months consist of Jan Feb March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Sync Time If Equipped On Off NOTE When this Setting is selected the time will set automatically based upon GPS location 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT...

Page 153: ...the steering wheel position when the option is checked A dashed center line overlay indicates the center of the vehicle to assist with parking or aligning to a hitch receiver ParkView Backup Camera Delay If Equipped On Off NOTE The ParkView Backup Camera Delay setting determines whether or not the screen will display the rear view image with dynamic grid lines for up to 10 seconds after the vehicl...

Page 154: ...hts feature is selected the headlights will turn on whenever the engine is running Doors Locks After pressing the Doors Locks button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Door Locks Yes No NOTE When this feature is selected all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph 20 km h 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUME...

Page 155: ...lide your finger up or down to change the set ting as well as press directly on the desired setting Balance Speaker Icon Arrow Buttons NOTE When in this display you may adjust the Balance Fade of the audio by using the Arrow button on the touchscreen to adjust the sound level from the front and rear or right and left side speakers Press the Speaker Icon on the touchscreen to reset the balance and ...

Page 156: ... AUX Volume Offset NOTE This feature provides the ability to tune the audio level for portable devices connected through the AUX input Phone Bluetooth After pressing the Phone Bluetooth button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Paired Phones Devices List of Paired Phones Devices NOTE This feature shows which phones are paired to the Phone B...

Page 157: ...This feature occurs the first time the preset is selected during that current song Tune Start works in the background so you will not even realize it s on except that you will miss the experience of joining your favorite song with only a few seconds left to play Channel Skip List of Channels NOTE SiriusXM can be programmed to designate a group of channels that are the most desirable to listen to o...

Page 158: ...ur receiver To reactivate your service either call the number listed on the screen or visit the provider online SiriusXM Travel Link is a separate subscription and is available for U S residents only Restore Settings If Equipped After pressing the Restore Settings button on the touch screen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Restore Settings Yes Cancel NOTE Wh...

Page 159: ...ebsite for software updates For further information refer to the Uconnect Owner s Manual Supplement USB Charging Port The USB connector port can be used for charging purposes only Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external USB device to the vehicle s USB charging port which is located next to the 12V power outlet near the cup holder on passenger side NOTE If the device battery to be c...

Page 160: ...a button to mute the Sound System The following describes the right hand control operation in each mode Radio Operation Pushing the top of the switch will Scan up for the next listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch will Scan down for the next listenable station CD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep a CD in good condition take the following precautions 1 Handle the disc by its edge avoid tou...

Page 161: ...dio This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the mobile phone This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of the phone it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during mobile phone operation when not using Uconnect if equipped General Information This device complies with Part 15 of th...

Page 162: ... The controls are located on the instrument panel below the radio Manual Climate Control Overview The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of three outer rotary dials blower speed temperature and mode and three inner push buttons Recirculation A C Rear Window Defroster Manual Temperature Controls 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 163: ... of this mode is not recommended The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle Select the outside air position for maximum defogging Recirculation can be used in all modes except for Defrost The A C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection Front Defrost Mode Turn the ...

Page 164: ...icates cooler temperatures Rotating the knob clockwise into the red area indicates warmer temperatures Blower Control There are seven blower speeds Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise from the OFF position NOTE Depending on the configuration your vehicle may be equipped with fou...

Page 165: ... outlets A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets NOTE BI LEVEL mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets Floor Mode Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets Mix Mode Mix Mode A...

Page 166: ...switch mounted on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column activates the additional rear heating air conditioning system vent NOTE The switch must be enabled for operation by the Upfitter Climate Control Functions A C Air Conditioning The Air Conditioning A C button allows the operator to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning sys tem When the air conditioning system i...

Page 167: ...ture may be unavailable button on the touchscreen greyed out if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of the windshield On systems with Manual Climate Controls the Recirculation mode is not allowed in Defrost mode to improve window clearing operation Recirculation will be disabled automatically if this mode is selected Attempting to use Recirculation while in this mode will caus...

Page 168: ...d provide sufficient heating If side window fogging be comes a problem increase blower speed Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but rainy or humid weather NOTE Recirculate without A C should not be used for long periods as fogging may occur Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected ...

Page 169: ...Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions Control Settings Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions Chart 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 ...

Page 170: ...tips you need to know to control your Uconnect system Get Started 1 Visit UconnectPhone com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instruc tions 2 Reduce background noise Wind and passenger conver sations are examples of noise that may impact recogni tion Uconnect 3 0 Uconnect 5 0 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 171: ...Command 5 You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or PHONE button and saying a Voice Command from current category All you need to control your Uconnect system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel VR And Phone Buttons 1 Push To MUTE 2 Push To Initiate Or To Answer A Phone Call Send Or Receive A Text 3 Push To Begin Radio Media Navigation Apps And Cl...

Page 172: ...gain Notice the visual cues that inform you of your voice recognition system s status Cues appear on the touch screen Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear Subscrip tion or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required Push the VR button After the beep sayѧ Tune to ninety five point five FM Tune to Satellite Channel Hits 1 U...

Page 173: ...uipped Voice operation is only available for connected USB and iPod devices Push the VR button After the beep say one of the following commands and follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist Change source to Bluetooth Change source to iPod Change source to USB Play artist Beethoven Play album Greatest Hits Play song Moonlight Sonata Play genre Classical Uconnect 5 0 5 0 NAV...

Page 174: ...tPhone com for mobile phone compatibility and pairing instructions Push the Phone button After the beep say one of the following commandsѧ Call John Smith Dial 123 456 7890 and follow the system prompts Redial call previous outgoing phone number Call back call previous incoming phone number TIP When providing a Voice Command push the Phone button and say Call then pronounce the name exactly as it ...

Page 175: ...CE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES Yes Stuck in traffic See you later No Start without me I ll be late Okay Where are you I will be num ber minutes late Call me Are you there yet I ll call you later I need direc tions See you in number of minutes I m on my way Can t talk right now I m lost Thanks TIP Your mobile phone must have the full implementation of the Message Access Profile MAP to take advantage of th...

Page 176: ...ry Canada technical specifica tions were met Additional Information 2016 FCA US LLC All rights reserved Mopar and Uconnect are registered trademarks and Mopar Owner Connect is a trademark of FCA US LLC Android is a trademark of Google Inc SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc Yelp Yelp logo Yelp burst and related marks are registered trade marks of Yelp Ucon...

Page 177: ...ift Interlock System 180 Six Speed Automatic Transmission 181 䡵 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES 188 Acceleration 188 Traction 188 䡵 DRIVING THROUGH WATER 189 Flowing Rising Water 189 Shallow Standing Water 189 䡵 POWER STEERING 190 Power Steering Fluid Check 191 䡵 PARKING BRAKE 191 䡵 BRAKE SYSTEM 193 䡵 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM 193 Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System ABS 193 Traction Control Syste...

Page 178: ...ed 214 Tire Spinning 217 Tread Wear Indicators 217 Life Of Tire 218 Replacement Tires 218 䡵 TIRE CHAINS TRACTION DEVICES 219 䡵 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS 220 䡵 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS 221 Base System 223 General Information 224 䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 225 3 6L Engine 225 Reformulated Gasoline 225 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 225 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 226 CNG And LP Fuel Sys...

Page 179: ...DING 230 Vehicle Certification Label 230 䡵 TRAILER TOWING 232 Common Towing Definitions 232 Towing Tips 240 䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC 241 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 241 Recreational Towing Automatic Transmission 242 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 177 ...

Page 180: ...the brake pedal before shifting to any driving gear NOTE You must press the brake pedal before shifting out of PARK Normal Starting NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal Turn the ignition switch to the AVV ACC START posi tion and release it when the engine starts If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds turn the i...

Page 181: ...must be plugged in at least one hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine WARNING Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord before driving Damage to the 110 115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake...

Page 182: ...top Continued CAUTION Continued Do not shift between PARK REVERSE NEUTRAL or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed Before shifting into any gear make sure your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal NOTE You must press and hold the brake pedal while shifting out of PARK Key Ignition Park Interlock This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock which requires the transmission to b...

Page 183: ...osition The electronically controlled transmission provides a pre cise shift schedule The transmission electronics are self calibrating therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles kilometers Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicl...

Page 184: ... range Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range When parking on a level surface you may shift the transmis sion into PARK first and then apply the parking brake When parking on a hill apply the parking brake before shifting the transmission to PARK otherwise the load on the transmis sion locking mechanism may make it di...

Page 185: ...e against unwanted movement When leaving the vehicle always remove the igni tion key from the vehicle and lock the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not ...

Page 186: ...e the vehicle WARNING Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision CAUTION Towing the vehicle coasting or driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause severe transmission damage Refer to Recr...

Page 187: ...y cold temperatures 16 F 27 C or below operation may briefly be limited to third gear only Normal operation will resume once the transmission tem perature has risen to a suitable level Transmission Limp Home Mode Transmission function is monitored electronically for ab normal conditions If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated In ...

Page 188: ...etween DRIVE and ERS mode at any vehicle speed When the gear selector is in the DRIVE position the transmission will operate automatically shift ing between all available gears Moving the gear selector to the ERS position beside DRIVE will activate ERS mode display the current gear in the instrument cluster and set that gear as the top available gear Once in ERS mode moving the gear selector forwa...

Page 189: ...itch to activate TOW HAUL mode This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting When operating in TOW HAUL mode transmission upshifts are delayed and the transmission will automatically downshift for engine braking during steady braking maneuvers The TOW HAUL Indicator Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicat...

Page 190: ...e DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered wet or other slippery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to the right or left This phenomenon occurs when there is a differ ence in the surface traction under the front driving wheels WARNING Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the fron...

Page 191: ... Failure to follow this warning may result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shal low standing water consider the following Cautions and Warnings before doing so WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehicle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when...

Page 192: ... inside your vehicle s engine can cause it to lock up and stall out and cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost If...

Page 193: ...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 CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering system as the chemicals can damage your power steer ing components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Lim...

Page 194: ...driver is not in the vehicle WARNING Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the gear selector Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in ...

Page 195: ...e effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that includes the Traction Control System TCS Brake Assist System BAS and Electronic Stability Control ESC Trailer Sway Control TSC and Hill Start Assist HSA These systems complement ...

Page 196: ...ence some pedal drop as the vehicle comes to a stop This is the result of the system reverting to the base brake system Engagement of the ABS may be accompanied by a pulsing sensation You may also hear a clicking noise These occurrences are normal and indicate that the system is functioning properly Traction Control System TCS The Traction Control System TCS monitors the amount of wheel spin of ea...

Page 197: ...o the brakes This can help reduce braking distances The BAS complements the ABS Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous braking pressure during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING The BAS ...

Page 198: ...raction afforded by prevailing road conditions ESC cannot prevent all accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or Continued WARNING Continued hydroplaning ESC also cannot prevent accidents re sulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappropri ate driver input for the conditions Only a safe atten tive and skillful driver can prevent acc...

Page 199: ...the enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC system is reduced Continued WARNING Continued Trailer Sway Control TSC is disabled when the ESC system is in the ⴖPartial Offⴖ mode NOTE To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with snow chains or starting off in deep snow sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch to the Partial Off mode by pushing the ESC Off switch Once the situation re...

Page 200: ...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 Trailer Sway Control TSC TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an excessively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate actio...

Page 201: ...ttle 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 6 approximate grade or greater hill Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction i e vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear vehicle backing uphill is in REVERSE gear HSA will work in ...

Page 202: ... HSA is not a parking brake If you stop the vehicle on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK and using the parking brake it will roll down the hill and could cause a collision with another vehicle or object Always remember to use the parking brake while parking on a hill and that the driver is responsible for braking the vehicle TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE P Passenger Metr...

Page 203: ... tires have the letter T or S molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation Example T145 80D18 103M High flotation tire sizing is based on U S design stan dards and it begins with the tire diameter molded into the sidewall Example 31x10 5 R15 LT Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE Example Size Designation P215 65R15XL 95H 215 65R15 96H LT235 85R16C T145 80D18 103M 31x10 5 R15 LT P Passenger car ti...

Page 204: ...hould only be achieved under specified operating conditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL tire XL Extra load or reinforced tire or LL Light load tire or C D E F G Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at...

Page 205: ...ies 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 206: ...s 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 maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placa...

Page 207: ...ed on the driver s side B Pillar or the rear edge of the driver s side door Check the inflation pressure of each tire including the spare tire if equipped at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle Example Tire Placard Location Door Example Tire Placard Location B Pillar 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 205 ...

Page 208: ...ge that results in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems You could lose control of your vehicle Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly resulting in loss of vehicle control Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you importan...

Page 209: ... weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced here Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract...

Page 210: ...our trailer will be transferred to your vehicle The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle For the following example the combined w...

Page 211: ...ur tires is dangerous Overloading can cause tire failure affect vehicle handling and increase your stopping distance Use tires of the rec ommended load capacity for your vehicle Never over load them 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 209 ...

Page 212: ...Overinflated or underinflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly resulting in loss of vehicle control Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems You could lose control of your vehicle Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom mended cold tire inf...

Page 213: ... damage CAUTION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the valve stem Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least thre...

Page 214: ...ximum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious collision Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause a collision Always use ra...

Page 215: ...ntain snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall Use Summer tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle WARNING Do not use Summer tires in snow ice conditions You could lose vehicle control resulting in severe injury or death Driving too fast for conditions also creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control Snow Tires Some areas of the c...

Page 216: ...ty or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the Run Flat mode See the tire pressure monitoring section for more informa tion Spare Tires If Equipped NOTE For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead of a spare tire please refer to the Tire Service Kit section located in your Owner s Information kit for further infor mation CAUTION Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take your vehic...

Page 217: ...for temporary emergency use only With these spares do not drive more than 50 mph 80 km h Temporary use spares have limited tread life When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control Collapsible Spare Tire If E...

Page 218: ...original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity Limited Use Spare If Equipped The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use only This tire is identified by a label located on the limited use spare wheel This label contains the driving limitations for this spare This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle but...

Page 219: ...els faster than 30 mph 48 km h for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be re placed These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves They will appear as bands when the ...

Page 220: ...s from contact with oil grease and gasoline Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed Refer to the paragraph on Tread Wear...

Page 221: ...our vehicle Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have a collision Continued WARNING Continued Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having ad equate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of ...

Page 222: ... on dry pave ment Continued CAUTION Continued Observe the traction device manufacturer s instruc tions on the method of installation operating speed and conditions for use Always use the suggested operating speed of the device manufacturer s if it is less than 30 mph 48 km h Do not use traction devices on a compact spare tire TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The tires on the front and rear of your ve...

Page 223: ...nflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall Refer to Tires General Information in Starting And Operating for information on how to properly inflate the vehicle s tires The tire pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pressure The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the...

Page 224: ...vehicle s recommended cold tire 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 Continued CAUTION Continued equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system op eration or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wh...

Page 225: ... pressure readings to the Receiver Module NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle regularly and to maintain the proper pressure The TPMS consists of the following components Receiver Module Five Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Mo...

Page 226: ... The spare tire has a tire pressure monitoring sensor but it is not monitored until it is mounted in place of any of the existing four road tires 2 If you install the spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warning limit upon the next ignition key cycle a chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn ON due to the low tire conditio...

Page 227: ...wever if the engine is heard making a heavy knocking sound see your dealer immediately Use of gasoline with an octane number lower than 87 can cause engine failure and may void or not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of gasoline before consider in...

Page 228: ... result from running CNG or LP are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and many void or not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited War ranty E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles Non Flex Fuel Vehicles FFV are compatible with gasoline containing up to 15 ethanol E 15 Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Limited War ranty If a Non FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled...

Page 229: ...mulated gasoline Materials Added To Fuel Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating gasolines that contain detergents corrosion and stability additives are recommended Using gasolines that have these additives will help improve fuel economy reduce emissions and maintain vehicle performance Designated TOP TIER Detergent Gaso line contains a higher level of detergents to further a...

Page 230: ...ibility of the manufac turer and may void or not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty NOTE Intentional tampering with the emissions control 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 mon oxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They cont...

Page 231: ...icator Light MIL to turn on due to fuel vapors escaping from the system To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled Never add fuel when the engine is running This is in violation of most state and federal fire regulations and may cause th...

Page 232: ...nboard Diagnostic Sys tem in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further informa tion If the problem continues the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started See your authorized dealer as soon as possible VEHICLE LOADING As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis tration regulations your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver s side door or B Pillar If seats are...

Page 233: ...l to the load capacity of this tire size Rim Size This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size listed Inflation Pressure This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for all loading conditions up to full GAWR Curb Weight The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids including vehicle fuel at full capacity conditions and with n...

Page 234: ...brakes operate NOTE Refer to the Vehicle Certification Label affixed to the rear of the driver s door for your vehicle s GVWR and GAWRs 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 mai...

Page 235: ...o not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded Tongue Weight TW The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle Frontal Area The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the maximum width of the front of a trailer Trailer Sway Contro...

Page 236: ... dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability Trailer sway control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights TW and may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration loading to comply with Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR requirements WARNING An improperly adjusted Weight Dis...

Page 237: ...for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight GTW towable for your given drivetrain All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings NOTE For additional trailer towing information maxi mum trailer weight ratings refer to the following website addresses ramtrucks com en towing_guide ramtruck ca Canada rambodybuilder com Trailer And ...

Page 238: ...he 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 listed in the Maintenance Sche...

Page 239: ...t in NEUTRAL N Always block or ⴖchockⴖ the trailer wheels GCWR must not be exceeded Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded 1 GVWR Continued WARNING Continued 2 GTW 3 GAWR 4 Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized Towing Requirements Tires Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare t...

Page 240: ... lbs 453 kg and required for trailers in excess of 2 000 lbs 907 kg WARNING Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle s hy draulic brake lines It can overload your brake sys tem and cause it to fail You might not have brakes when you need them and could have a collision Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis tance When towing you should allow for additional space between your vehic...

Page 241: ... a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations NOTE Disconnect trailer wiring connector from the vehicle before launching a boat or any other device plugged into vehicle s electrical connect into water Be sure to reconnect after clear from water area Trailer Electrical Connector Location 1 Four Pin Connector Location 2 Seven Pin Connector Location Four Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park...

Page 242: ...t control NOTE Using a lower gear range while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve per formance and extend transmission life by reducing exces sive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking Tow Haul Mode To reduce the potential for automatic transmission over heating activate the TOW HAUL feature when driving in hilly areas or selec...

Page 243: ...ng actions City Driving When stopped for short periods shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed Highway Driving Reduce speed Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Automatic Transmission Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front OK Rear NOT ALLOWED On ...

Page 244: ...ufacturer s instructions 2 Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly 3 Firmly apply the parking brake Place the transmission in PARK 4 Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly following the dolly manufacturer s instructions 5 Release the parking brake CAUTION DO NOT flat tow this vehicle Damage to the drive train will result If this vehicle requires towing make sure the drive wheels are OFF t...

Page 245: ...utions 248 Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit 250 䡵 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING 254 Jack And Tools Location 254 Removing The Spare Tire 256 Preparations 260 Jacking Instructions 260 Wheel Covers 268 䡵 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES 269 Preparations For Jump Start 269 Jump Starting Procedure 270 Battery Location 272 䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE 273 䡵 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE 274 䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 27...

Page 246: ...duce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action On the highways slow down In city traffic while stopped place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase the engine idle speed while preventing vehicle motion with the brakes NOTE There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition If your air conditioner A C is on turn it off The A C system adds he...

Page 247: ...e is very important to ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle Any time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the vehicle the lug nuts bolts should be torqued using a properly cali brated torque wrench Torque Specifications Lug Nut Bolt Torque Lug Nut Bolt Size Lug Nut Bolt Socket Size 145 Ft Lbs 197 N m M16 x 1 50 21 mm Use only your authorized dealer recommended lug nuts b...

Page 248: ...ing may result in personal injury TIRE SERVICE KIT IF EQUIPPED Small punctures up to 1 4 inch 6 mm in the tire tread can be sealed with Tire Service Kit Foreign objects e g screws or nails should not be removed from the tire Tire Service Kit can be used in outside temperatures down to approxi mately 4 F 20 C This kit will provide a temporary tire seal allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 100 m...

Page 249: ... Kit Sealant and to inflate the tire Use the Sealant Hose clear hose 6 when selecting this mode Using The Power Button Push and release the Power Button 4 once to turn on the Tire Service Kit Push and release the Power Button 4 again to turn Off the Tire Service Kit Using The Deflation Button Push the Deflation Button 2 to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes over inflated Tire Servic...

Page 250: ... wheel components Once the sealant dries it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded For optimum performance make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the Tire Service Kit You can use the Tire Service Kit air pump to inflate bicycle tires The kit also comes with two needles located in the Accessory Storage Compartment on the bottom of the air pump for inflati...

Page 251: ...he vehicle Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place provided Failure to follow these warnings can result Continued WARNING Continued in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Take care not to allow the contents of Tire Service Kit to come in contact with hair eyes or clothing Tire Service Kit sealant is harmful if inhaled swallowed or absorbed through ...

Page 252: ...e Tire Service Kit 1 Push in the Mode Select Knob 5 and turn to the Sealant Mode position 2 Uncoil the Sealant Hose 6 and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose 3 Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire 4 Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 6 onto the valve stem 5 Uncoil the Power Plug 8 a...

Page 253: ...no longer flowing through hose typically takes 30 70 seconds As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose 6 the Pressure Gauge 3 can read as high as 70 psi 4 8 Bar The Pressure Gauge 3 will decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi 4 8 Bar to the actual tire pressure when the Sealant Bottle 1 is empty 2 The pump will start to inject air into the tire immedi ately after the Sealant Bottle 1 is em...

Page 254: ...t and inflating the tire drive the vehicle 5 miles 8 km or 10 minutes to ensure distribution of the Tire Service Kit Sealant within the tire Do not exceed 55 mph 90 km h WARNING Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using Tire Service Kit Do not exceed 55 mph 90 km h until the tire is repaired or replaced Failure to follow this ...

Page 255: ... center 5 Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the instrument panel after the tire has been repaired 6 Replace the Sealant Bottle 1 and Sealant Hose 6 assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as possible Refer to F Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement NOTE When having the tire serviced advise the autho rized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealed using the Tire Service Kit F Sealan...

Page 256: ...erous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be us...

Page 257: ...ounter clockwise to the unlock position CAUTION Do not force lock knob over limit Damage to lock knob may occur To open the jack kit container you must push the containers release to separate the top and bottom Lock Knob 1 Unlock Position 2 Lock Position Container Release 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 255 ...

Page 258: ...h the lug bolt adapter to the winch exten sion and insert it into the winch mechanism Jacking Tools 1 Wrench Handle 2 Tow Eye 3 Lug Bolt Adaptor 4 Jack 5 Tool Handle 6 Reversible Tool 7 Winch Extension Jack Tools 1 Winch Extension 2 Lug Bolt Adapter 3 Wrench Handle 256 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 259: ...le to the right of the spare tire 2 Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle Winch Location Winch Extension 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 257 ...

Page 260: ...h extension tube only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch 3 Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain access to the spare tire retainer Lowering Spare Tire Spare Tire 258 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 261: ...ainer nut prior to removing the retainer from the wheel 5 Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of the cable Retainer Nut Lifting Spare Tire 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 259 ...

Page 262: ...on in PARK a manual transmission in REVERSE 5 Turn the ignition OFF 6 Block the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position For ex ample if changing the right front tire block the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked Jacking Instructions WARNING Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent per...

Page 263: ...ck Do not get under the vehicle when it 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 Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic To assure that spare tires flat or inflated are securely stowed spares must be ...

Page 264: ...king Instructions for this vehicle 1 Loosen but do not remove the wheel lug bolts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 2 There are two jack engagement locations on each side of the vehicle body Assembled Jack Jacking Engagement Locations 262 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 265: ...ated behind the front tire and in front of the driver passenger door WARNING Being under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Rear Jacking Location Front Jacking ...

Page 266: ...ides maximum stability WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 5 Remove the wheel lug bolts For vehicles with wheel covers remove the cover from the wheel by hand Do not pry the wheel cover off Then pull the wheel off the hub 6 Install the spare tire Light...

Page 267: ...er wheel lug bolt torque 9 Lower the jack to its fully closed position 10 Stow the damaged wheel spare tire with the cable and wheel spacer before driving the vehicle 11 Install the winch extension and rotate the wrench handle clockwise until the winch mechanism indica tion window turns yellow and the operator hears 3 clicks from the device to show the wheel is properly stowed under the vehicle Wi...

Page 268: ...winch mechanism 12 Stow the jack jack handle and winch handle tools back in the storage compartment WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immediately 13 Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible C...

Page 269: ...acket and bolts from the storage bag in the glove compartment 2 Take the retainer and position it inside the circular bracket 3 Tighten the knob on the bolt to secure it to the bracket Adapter Bracket Union Securing The Bracket 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 267 ...

Page 270: ...ollow the steps above for proper spare tire stowage Wheel Covers CAUTION Use a back and forth motion to remove the hub cap Do not use a twisting motion when removing the hub cap damage to the hub cap finish may occur The wheel covers on the vehicle are held in place by the wheel lug bolts and can be removed after the wheel lug bolts are taken off Alloy Wheel Mounting Wheel Bolts Attaching To Mount...

Page 271: ...plode and cause personal injury CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur Preparations For Jump Start The vehicle s jump starting remote posts are located under the hood in the engine compartment on the driver s side The Remote Positive P...

Page 272: ... off the heater radio and all unnecessary electrical accessories 3 If using another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF WARNING Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result Jump Starting Procedure WARNING Failure to follow t...

Page 273: ...any other exposed metal parts 5 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery Let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery 6 Once the engine is started disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse sequence Disconnecting The Jumper Cables 1 Disconnect the negative end of the jumper cable from the remote negative post of the veh...

Page 274: ...e operation the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting Battery Location There are two remote jump starting posts under the hood which is the recommended jump start location If access to the battery is needed an access panel on the driver s side floor will allow for battery access Access Panel 272 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 275: ...ts between forward and REVERSE gears while the wheels are turning CAUTION Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure Allow the en gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at least 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 stuc...

Page 276: ...e 30 mph 48 km h while in gear no transmis sion shifting occurring GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be moved out of the PARK position you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the gear selector 1 Turn the engine off 2 Firmly apply the parking brake 3 Using a small screwdriver or similar tool remove the gear selector override access cover whi...

Page 277: ...d brackets State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed If you must use the accessories wipers defrosters etc while being towed the ignition must be in the ON RUN mode NOTE For vehicles equipped with diesel engine and electric park brake see important information in the Diesel Supplement If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle s battery is discharged refer to Gear Select...

Page 278: ...er towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Continued CAUTION Continued Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require ments can cause severe transmission damage Dam age from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM EARS This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident Response System Please refer to Occupa...

Page 279: ...PROCEDURES 283 Engine Oil 283 Engine Oil Filter 285 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 286 Exhaust System 286 Maintenance Free Battery 288 Air Conditioner Maintenance 288 Body Lubrication 291 Windshield Wiper Blades 291 Cooling System 292 Brake System 296 Automatic Transmission 3 6L Gasoline Engine Only 297 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion 299 Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders 304 䡵 FUS...

Page 280: ...s 316 Daytime Running Lamp DRL Front Side Marker Lamp 317 Front Fog Lamps 318 Front Rear Roof Lamps 318 Rear Tail Stop Backup Turn Signal And Rear Side Marker Lamps 318 Cargo Lamp 318 Dome Lamps 320 䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES 321 䡵 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 322 Engine 322 Chassis 323 278 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 281: ...RTMENT 3 6L 1 Washer Solvent Reservoir 2 Engine Oil Fill 3 Engine Oil Dipstick 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 5 Power Distribution Center Fuses 6 Coolant Reservoir 7 Power Steering Reservoir 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 279 ...

Page 282: ...lso affect fuel economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed Continued CAUTION Continued If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required Onboard Diagnostic System OBD II Cybersecurity Your vehicle is required to have an Onboard Diagnostic system OBD...

Page 283: ...ce in a row the system will turn on the MIL Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle s emissions control system Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration For states that require an Inspection and Mainte nance I M this check verifies the Malfunction ...

Page 284: ... 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 engine running REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of ...

Page 285: ...ontinued have potential malfunctions examined by an autho rized dealer or qualified repair center Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter vals Do not use chemical flushes in these compo nents as the chemicals can damage your engine transmission or air conditioning Such damage is not cover...

Page 286: ...formance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer only rec ommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 6395 American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum In stitute API The manufacturer only rec ommends API Certi...

Page 287: ...ne Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addi tion of any additives other than leak detection dyes to the engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminat...

Page 288: ...ystem The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex haust system and adjacent body areas for broken ...

Page 289: ...he converter and vehicle Under normal operating conditions the catalytic converter will not require maintenance However it is important to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control sys tems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you In unusual situations involving grossly m...

Page 290: ... terminals and related accessories con tain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked positive and negative and are identified on the battery case Cable clamps should be tight on the termin...

Page 291: ...ndition ing components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro carbon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities...

Page 292: ...e the A C air filter from the filter retainer 3 Install the A C air filter filter retainer back into the fresh air inlet When installing the filter retainer make sure the retainer is fully engaged 4 Install the two screws back into the assembly to secure the filter retainer to the fresh air inlet Accessing Air Filter 1 Screw Locations 2 Fresh Air Inlet Removing Air Filer 1 Fresh Air Inlet 2 A C Ai...

Page 293: ...f the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner This will remove accumulations of salt or road film Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long 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 i...

Page 294: ...burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator is hot Coolant Checks Check the engine coolant antifreeze protection every 12 months before the onset of freezing weather where appli cable If the engine...

Page 295: ...ncy the cooling system will need to be drained flushed and refilled with fresh Continued CAUTION Continued OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 by an autho rized dealer as soon as possible Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the engine coolant and may plug the radiator...

Page 296: ...ater will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system NOTE It is the owner s responsibility to maintain the proper level of protection against freezing according to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant prop erly Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to severe internal engine da...

Page 297: ...by a child or pet seek emergency assistance immediately Clean up any ground spills imme diately Coolant Level The coolant expansion bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate With engine off and cold the level of the engine coolant antifreeze in the bottle should be between the MIN and MAX marks Points To Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after...

Page 298: ...rformance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi bly a collision Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage You would not have your...

Page 299: ...rake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point This may cause it Continued WARNING Continued to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak ing resulting in sudden brake failure This could result in a collision Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts causing the brake fluid to catch fire Brake...

Page 300: ...leaks Avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo nents Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Fluid Level Check The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating conditions Routine fluid level che...

Page 301: ...lowing maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resis tance 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 are Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation Stone and gravel impact Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seaco...

Page 302: ... If you carry special cargo such as chemicals fertilizers de icer salt etc be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel Use Mopar Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Wheel And Wheel Trim Care All wheels and ...

Page 303: ...dam age this finish and such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty CAUTION Do not use scouring pads steel wool a bristle brush metal polishes or oven cleaner These products may damage the wheel s protective finish Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Only car wash soap Mopar Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended NOTE If you intend parking or stori...

Page 304: ...pholstery Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar Total Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not us...

Page 305: ...d on a regular basis with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household type glass cleaner Never use an abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or windows equipped with radio antennas Do not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements When cleaning the rear view mirror spray cleaner on the towel or cloth th...

Page 306: ...eaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders Removal Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer starting at one edge to ease removal Cleaning The liner is top shelf dishwasher safe or you may follow the cleaning procedure below Soak the liner in a mixture of medium hot tap water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap Let soak for approximately 30 minutes After 30 minutes pull the liner from th...

Page 307: ...cing a fuse make sure that the ignition is off and that all the other services are switched off and or disengaged If the replaced fuse blows again contact an autho rized dealer If a general protection fuse for safety systems air bag system braking system power unit systems engine system gearbox system or steering system blows contact an authorized dealer Underhood Fuses The Front Power Distributio...

Page 308: ... Glow Plug Unit 3 0 Diesel Engine F04 50 Amp Red 3 6 Gaso line Engine Secondary Power Distribution Center PDC Trans Power Relay Vacuum Pump KL30 for the Shifter Transmission Module STM 3 6 Gasoline Engine F04 40 Amp Orange 3 0 Diesel Engine Fuel Filter Heater 3 0 Diesel Engine F05 30 Amp Green SELESPEED Pump RELE 3 0 Diesel En gine If Equipped F06 40 Amp Orange non A C 60 Amp Blue A C Engine Cooli...

Page 309: ...Shifter Transmission Module STM 3 6 KL15 Starter Relay Coil 3 6 Gasoline Engine F16 7 5 Amp Brown KL15 Manual Transmission Automated MTA KL15 Gear Selector Unit KL15 En gine Control Module ECM KL15 Starter Relay Coil 3 0 Diesel Engine F17 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module ECM Injectors 3 6 Gasoline Engine F17 20 Amp Yellow Secondary Loads Engine Control Module ECM 3 0 Diesel Engine F18 7 5 Amp B...

Page 310: ... F20 30 Amp Green Windshield Wiper F21 15 Amp Blue Fuel Pump F22 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module ECM Ignition Coils 3 6 Gasoline Engine F22 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module ECM Primary Loads 3 0 Diesel Engine F23 20 Amp Yellow Electronic Stability Control ESC Valves F24 7 5 Amp Brown KL15 Vacuum Pump Relay Coil 3 6 Gaso line Engine If Equipped F30 15 Amp Blue Heated Mirrors 308 MAINTAINING ...

Page 311: ...ipped F62 30 Amp Green Transmission Power RELE 3 6 Gasoline Engine If Equipped F64 7 5 Amp Brown Urea Pump 3 0 Diesel Engine If Equipped F65 25 Amp White Urea NOX Sensor 1 2 PM Sensor 3 0 Diesel Engine If Equipped F66 5 Amp Beige Shifter Transmission Module STM 3 6 Gasoline Engine If Equipped Front Power Distribution Center Additional Fuses 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 ...

Page 312: ...Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module BCM and is located on the driver s side under the instrument panel Fuse Panel 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 313: ...Cavity Mini Fuse Description F12 10 Amp Red Right Low Beam F13 10 Amp Red Left Low Beam F31 5 Amp Beige INT A F32 10 Amp Red SBMT Fuse Panel Cavity Locations 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 ...

Page 314: ...43 20 Amp Yellow Bi Directional Washer Pump F47 20 Amp Yellow Driver Power Window F48 20 Amp Yellow Passenger Power Window F49 5 Amp Beige INT PAM CCS RRM ECM F50 7 5 Amp Brown INT ORC F51 5 Amp Beige INT REAR CAMERA AUX F53 5 Amp Beige 30 IPC F90 7 5 Amp Brown Left High Beam F91 7 5 Amp Brown Right High Beam F92 7 5 Amp Brown Left Fog Lamp F93 7 5 Amp Brown Right Fog Lamp 312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEH...

Page 315: ...illar Cavity Mini Fuse Description F81 7 5 Amp Brown Seat Heater F83 20 Amp Yellow Rear Left Windows Heater F84 20 Amp Yellow Rear Right Windows Heater F86 20 Amp Yellow Auxiliary Switch From Battery If Equipped F87 20 Amp Yellow Auxiliary Switch From Ignition If Equipped Fuse Panel Location Fuse Panel 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 ...

Page 316: ...e e g vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Overhead Lamp C5W Sun Visors C5W Courtesy Lamp FF500 Glove Compartment C5W Rear Courtes...

Page 317: ...ar Tail Stop Lamps 7443 Rear Turn Signal Lamps 7440NA Rear Backup Lamps 921 Rear Side Marker Lamps W3W Front Fog Lamps H11 License Plate Lamps C5W Front Roof Lamps WY5W Rear Roof Lamps W3W NOTE Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer If a bulb needs to be replaced visit your authorized dealer 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 ...

Page 318: ...e back of the headlamp housing 7 Push down on the upper portion of the socket 8 Pull the socket outward from reflector 9 Pull bulb outward from socket 10 Install new bulb 11 Push socket back into reflector until it locks back into place 12 Install access cap 13 Carefully reinstall headlamp in the same position on the vehicle so as not to affect headlamp aiming 14 Install one upper screw on the hea...

Page 319: ...NOTE Passenger side headlamp must be removed for bulb replacement for driver side headlamp go to step 6 through step 8 1 Remove one screw on the lower headlamp filler panel 2 Remove two screws on the upper headlamp filler panel 3 Remove one upper screw from the headlamp housing 4 Remove two lower screws from the headlamp housing 5 Pull Headlamp forward 6 Remove the DRL side marker bulb by pulling ...

Page 320: ...ise 3 Remove bulb and replace as needed 4 Reinstall the bulb socket and rotate clockwise to lock in place 5 Reinstall lamp Rear Tail Stop Backup Turn Signal And Rear Side Marker Lamps 1 Open rear doors 2 Remove the two screws and remove the tail lamp 3 Remove the tail stop turn signal backup and rear side marker bulb socket by rotating counter clockwise 4 Remove the bulb and replace as needed 5 Re...

Page 321: ...tal bulb access on the back of the housing 3 Remove and install the replacement bulb 4 Close the bulb access connect the lamp and install the lamp into place Rear Cargo Lamp Bulb Access Cargo Lamp Bulb Location 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 ...

Page 322: ...nsion This will allow you to easily drop the dome lamp assembly from its bracket and disconnect the lamp 2 Using a suitable tool flex the housing to lift the light pod cover away from the unit Dome Lamp Assembly Location 1 Spring Tension Relief Access 2 Dome Lamp Assembly Dome Lamp Light Pod Cover 320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 323: ...first and then snapping it flush so that the tension spring is fully seating in the housing FLUID CAPACITIES U S Metric Fuel Approximate 24 Gallons 90 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3 6L Engine SAE 5W 20 API Certified 6 Quarts 5 6 Liters Cooling System 3 6L Engine Mopar Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 10 5 Quarts 10 Liters Dome Lamp Light Bulbs 7 MAINTAINING YOU...

Page 324: ...gine Oil Filters Spark Plugs We recommend you use Mopar Spark Plugs Fuel Selection 87 Octane 0 15 Ethanol CAUTION Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than speci fied Organic Additive Technology OAT engine cool ant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection Organic Additive Tech nology OAT engine coolant is different and should Continued CAUTION Continued not...

Page 325: ...gine coolant antifreeze Use of propylene glycol based engine coolant anti freeze is not recommended Chassis Component Fluid Lubricant Or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission 3 6L Gasoline Engine Only Use Only ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Failure to use ATF 4 fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission We recommend Mopar ATF 4 Fluid Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you ...

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Page 327: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 326 Maintenance Chart 327 8 ...

Page 328: ...uled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change inter vals exceed 10 000 miles 16 000 km twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time whichever comes first The 350 hours ...

Page 329: ...it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System Inspect brake pads shoes rotors drums hoses and park brake Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses Inspect exhaust system Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off road conditions Refer to the Ma...

Page 330: ...nspect the CV joints X X X X X Inspect front suspension tie rod ends boot seals and replace if necessary X X X X X X X Inspect the brake pads replace as necessary X X X X X X X Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter X X X X X Replace cabin air conditioning filter X X X X X X X Replace Brake Fluid every two years X X X X X X X Replace spark plugs X Flush and replace the engine cool ant at...

Page 331: ...sed only mileage intervals do not apply The spark plug change interval is mileage based only yearly intervals do not apply WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic Continued WARNING Co...

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Page 333: ... Customer Center 333 In Mexico Contact 333 Puerto Rico And U S Virgin Islands 333 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 333 Service Contract 334 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION 335 䡵 MOPAR PARTS 335 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 335 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 335 In Canada 335 䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 335 䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 336 ...

Page 334: ... 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 dealer are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you to be happy with our products and services Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an autho rized dealer They know ...

Page 335: ...orma 1240 Sante Fe C P 05109 Mexico D F In Mexico City 5081 7568 Outside Mexico City 1 800 505 1300 Puerto Rico And U S Virgin Islands Customer Service Chrysler International Services LLC P O Box 191857 San Juan 00919 1857 Tel 787 782 5757 Fax 787 782 3345 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY To assist customers who have hearing difficulties the manufacturer has installed...

Page 336: ...turer s service contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manu facturer s service contract If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s service contract and you require service after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires please refer to the contract documents and contact the person listed in those docu ments We appreciate that you ...

Page 337: ...ign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer or FCA US LLC To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercar gov or write to Admin istrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle ...

Page 338: ...been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and maintenance proce dures as well as specifications capabilities and safety tips Call toll free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the Worldwide Web at www techauthority com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFOR...

Page 339: ...des The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C c...

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Page 342: ...Conditioning System 288 Air Pressure Tires 211 Alarm Security Alarm 14 Alarm System Security Alarm 14 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 293 321 Disposal 295 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 193 Anti Lock Warning Light 120 Appearance Care 299 Assist Hill Start 199 Auto Down Power Windows 20 Automatic Door Locks 19 Automatic Transaxle 11 Automatic Transmission 179 299 Adding Fl...

Page 343: ...19 Chart Tire Sizing 201 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 281 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 51 Checks Safety 51 Child Restraint 44 Child Restraints Booster Seats 47 Child Restraints 44 Child Seat Installation 49 Infants And Child Restraints 46 Older Children And Child Restraints 46 Clean Air Gasoline 225 Cleaning Wheels 300 Climate Control 160 Cold Weather Operation 178 Compact Di...

Page 344: ...g 274 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 295 Door Ajar 106 Door Ajar Light 106 Door Locks 17 Door Locks Automatic 19 Driving Through Flowing Rising Or Shallow Standing Water 189 Electric Remote Mirrors 61 Electronic Brake Control System 193 Brake Assist System 195 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 83 Electronic Stability Control ESC 195 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light 107 Emergency...

Page 345: ...st System 52 286 Exterior Lighting 76 Exterior Lights 55 Filters Air Cleaner 286 Air Conditioning 166 289 Engine Oil 285 322 Engine Oil Disposal 285 Flashers Hazard Warning 244 Turn Signal 55 121 Flooded Engine Starting 178 Fluid Capacities 321 Fluid Leaks 55 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 298 Brake 296 Cooling System 292 Power Steering 191 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 322 Fog Li...

Page 346: ... 231 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising Or Shallow Standing Water 189 Hazard Warning Flasher 244 Headlights Cleaning 303 High Beam 78 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 78 Passing 78 Switch 76 Head Restraints 71 Heated Mirrors 61 Heated Seats 70 Heater Engine Block 179 High Beam Low Beam Select Dimmer Switch 78 Hill Start Assist 199 Hitches Trailer Towing 234 Hood Release 74 Ignition 11 Key 11 Ig...

Page 347: ...lbs 55 314 Lights 55 76 Air Bag 53 105 Brake Assist Warning 197 Brake Warning 110 Bulb Replacement 316 Cruise 122 Daytime Running 77 Dimmer Switch Headlight 76 78 Electronic Stability Program ESP Indicator 197 Exterior 55 Hazard Warning Flasher 244 Headlights 76 High Beam 78 Illuminated Entry 15 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 118 Park 78 122 Passing 78 Seat Belt Reminder 105 Service 316 Tire P...

Page 348: ...le Break In Period 51 Occupant Restraints 20 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 225 Oil Change Indicator 127 Oil Change Indicator Reset 127 Oil Engine 283 322 Capacity 321 Change Interval 284 Checking 283 Disposal 285 Filter 285 322 Filter Disposal 285 Identification Logo 284 Materials Added To 285 Pressure Warning Light 112 Recommendation 284 321 Synthetic 285 Viscosity 284 321 Oil Filter Change 285 Oil...

Page 349: ...kSense System 86 Rearview Mirrors 60 Recreational Towing 241 Reformulated Gasoline 225 Refrigerant 289 Reminder Seat Belt 22 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 158 Replacement Bulbs 314 Replacement Keys 13 Replacement Parts 282 Replacement Tires 218 Reporting Safety Defects 335 Restraint Head 71 Restraints Child 44 Rotation Tires 220 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 53 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 55...

Page 350: ...dure 27 Seats 63 Adjustment 63 Heated 70 Security Alarm 14 Selection Of Coolant Antifreeze 322 Sentry Key Immobilizer 13 Service Assistance 332 Service Contract 334 Service Manuals 335 Shift Lever Override 274 Shoulder Belts 23 Signals Turn 55 121 Snow Chains Tire Chains 219 Snow Tires 213 Spare Tire 214 215 216 Spark Plugs 322 Speed Control Accel Decel 86 Speed Control Cruise Control 83 Starting ...

Page 351: ...221 Pressure Warning Light 114 Quality Grading 336 Radial 212 Replacement 218 Rotation 220 Safety 200 210 Sizes 201 Snow Tires 213 Spare Tire 214 216 Spinning 217 Trailer Towing 237 Tread Wear Indicators 217 Tire Safety Information 200 Tire Service Kit 246 247 248 250 252 253 Tongue Weight Trailer Weight 235 Torque Converter Clutch 187 Towing 232 274 Disabled Vehicle 274 Guide 235 Recreational 241...

Page 352: ...0 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 7 Vehicle Loading 207 230 232 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage 166 314 Viscosity Engine Oil 284 Voice Recognition System VR 168 Warnings And Cautions 6 Warranty Information 335 Washer Adding Fluid 291 Washing Vehicle 299 Water Driving Through 189 Wheel And Wheel Trim 300 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care 300 Wind Buffeting 20 Window Fogging 166 Window...

Page 353: ...nnection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shi...

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