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Overhead Console Storage

There is additional shelf storage above the front sun
visors.

CARGO AREA FEATURES

Rear Cargo Tie-Downs

To make it easier to secure your load, there are hooks (if
equipped) fixed to the floor.

Dash Storage

Overhead Console Storage Location

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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Summary of Contents for Promaster City 2016

Page 1: ...r c i t y O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 6 2016 promaster city third Edition rev 1 Printed in U S A STICK WITH THE SPECIALISTS 2015 FCA US LLC All Rights Reserved Ram is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC 16VM 126 AC ...

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: ...HICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 217 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 307 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 399 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 405 10 INDEX 417 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 6 䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS 7 1 ...

Page 6: ...le NOTE After reviewing the owner information it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc ing and remain with the vehicle when sold When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained tech nicians and genuine MOPAR parts and cares about your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which sect...

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Page 8: ...For warranty coverage and service on these items contact the applicable manufac turer Operating instructions for the special equipment in stalled by the conversion camper manufacturer should also be supplied with your vehicle If these instructions are missing please contact your authorized dealer for assistance in obtaining replacement documents from the applicable manufacturer For information on ...

Page 9: ... 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 Number 1 INTRODUCTION 7 ...

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Page 11: ...5 General Information 16 䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM IF EQUIPPED 16 Rearming Of The System 16 To Arm The System 17 To Disarm The System 17 Security System Manual Override 17 䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE 17 To Unlock The Doors 18 To Lock The Doors 19 Programming Additional Transmitters 19 RKE Key Fob Battery Replacement 19 General Information 20 䡵 DOOR LOCKS 20 Locking The Doors From The Outside 21 2 ...

Page 12: ...And Closing From The Inside 29 Child Lock System 29 Key Emergency Lock KEL Device 29 䡵 DOUBLE REAR SWING DOORS 30 Opening Closing The First Swing Door From The Outside 31 Emergency Opening Of The First Swing Door From The Inside 31 Opening The Second Swing Door 31 䡵 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 31 Important Safety Precautions 31 Seat Belt Systems 33 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 47 Child Restrai...

Page 13: ...IPS 86 Transporting Passengers 86 Exhaust Gas 87 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 88 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 90 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ...

Page 14: ...lease contact the authorized studio that sold you your new vehicle it has the keys code numbers for your vehicle locks These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys Ignition Key Removal 1 Place the shift lever in PARK 2 Rotate the key to the STOP OFF LOCK position 3 Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder RKE Key Fob with the Key Blade Released 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING Y...

Page 15: ...s you to shift the transmission into PARK position and then you can remove the key within 15 seconds If 15 sec onds expire you have to rotate the key from OFF LOCK position to ON RUN position and come back to OFF LOCK position in order to remove the key 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 C...

Page 16: ...nition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended Locking Doors With A Key You can insert the key with either side up To lock the door turn the key to the right To unlock the door turn the key to the left Refer to Body Lubrication in Maintaining Your Vehicle for maintenance procedures Key In Ignition Reminder Opening the driver s door when the key is in the ignition and the ignitio...

Page 17: ... the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat tended Continued CAUTION Continued The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat ible with some aftermarket remote starting sys tems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Replacement Key...

Page 18: ...Y ALARM IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors and ignition for unauthorized operation When the Ve hicle Security Alarm is activated interior switches for door locks are disabled The system provides both au dible and visible signals Every intrusion attempt causes three continuous alarm cycles Every alarm cycle lasts for 30 seconds For 26 seconds the horn will sound and t...

Page 19: ...u a false alarm If one of the previ ously described arming sequences has occurred the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not If you remain in the vehicle and open a door the alarm will sound If this occurs disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm Security System Manual Override The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door...

Page 20: ...ors and rear doors The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal Passenger Vehicle Push and release the UNLOCK button on RKE Key Fob to unlock all doors Push and release the CARGO UN LOCK button on RKE Key Fob to unlock the cargo doors The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal RKE Key Fob 1 Mechanical Key Release Button 2 Driver Passenger Unlock Button...

Page 21: ...rchlorate Material special handling may ap ply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 1 Push the mechanical key release button and release the mechanical key to access the battery case screw lo cated on the side of the RKE Key Fob 2 Rotate the screw located on the side of the RKE Key Fob using a small screwdriver 3 Take out the battery case Rem...

Page 22: ...nce and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op eration NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment DOOR LOCKS The door locks can be locked or unlocked from inside the vehicle by using the door handle To lock the doors push down on...

Page 23: ...to lock all doors The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal Locking with the RKE key blade RKE Key Fob 1 Mechanical Key Release Button 2 Driver Passenger Unlock Button 3 Lock Button 4 Cargo Unlock Button RKE Key Blade Released 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 ...

Page 24: ...he turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal Unlocking with the RKE key blade Push the Mechanical Key Release Button item 1 to expose the RKE key blade insert the key blade into the driver door exterior lock cylinder and turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the all doors Unlocking The Rear Cargo Area From Inside The Vehicle Pull up on the lock unlock lever located on the dr...

Page 25: ...he key counter clockwise to unlock all doors Closing and locking from outside Grab the side door handle and push towards the front of the vehicle Once the side door is secured in the full closed position reverse either of the unlocking modes above to lock the sliding side doors Child Lock System If Equipped This system prevents the sliding side doors being opened from the inside It can be engaged ...

Page 26: ...trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child Protection locks are engaged locked NOTE For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Child Protection Door Lock System is engaged manually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position roll down the window and open the door using the outside door handle Auto Unlock Do...

Page 27: ...hen either front door is opened The window opening mechanism is fitted with a security system if equipped that can detect the presence of an obstacle whilst the window is closing when this hap pens the system activates and the movement of the glass is immediately reversed If the presence of an object is detected and the system is activated it may be necessary to perform the reset procedure by full...

Page 28: ...t period of time release and the window will go down automati cally To stop the Auto Down motion part way pull up on the window switch briefly and release NOTE The power window switches remain active for up to three minutes depending on the accessory delay setting after the ignition switch has been turned OFF Opening either of the vehicle s front doors will cancel this feature Auto Up Feature Lift...

Page 29: ...out ever closing the door Proceed as follows for initialization 1 Completely close the driver s door window keeping the operating button pushed for at least five seconds after the upper end of travel position 2 Proceed in the same way on the passenger s side door button and on the buttons of rear doors Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a he...

Page 30: ...n signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal Unlocking with the RKE key blade Push the Mechanical Key Release Button to expose the RKE key blade insert the key blade into the driver door exterior lock cylinder and turn the key counterclockwise to unlock all doors Closing Locking with an RKE transmitter Push and release the LOCK button on RKE Key Fob to lock all doors Push and releas...

Page 31: ...ngaged only with the sliding side door open Position 1 engaged door locked Position 2 disengaged door can be opened from inside The device remains engaged even if the doors are un locked remotely Key Emergency Lock KEL Device The sliding side doors are provided with a device for locking all the doors using the lock in case of a power fault The device can be engaged with the sliding side doors open...

Page 32: ... the outside handle must be pulled The door central locking unlocking button is not disabled by the engagement of the emergency lock DOUBLE REAR SWING DOORS The rear double swing doors are fitted with a link system that stops them when they have opened to an angle of approximately 90 degrees To open them wider to an angle of 180 degrees push the locking device one on each side and simultaneously o...

Page 33: ...ted on the left rear trim panel Opening The Second Swing Door After having opened the first door pull the handle located on the door face toward the rear of the vehicle OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems Seat Belt Systems Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS Air Bags Child Restraints Important Safety Precautions Please pay ...

Page 34: ...d 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 provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 6 All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly 7 The driver and front ...

Page 35: ...or on your own street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times Enhanced Seat Belt Use ...

Page 36: ...ot active when the outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied The BeltAlert warning sequence starts by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime Once the BeltAlert warning sequence has completed the Seat Belt Reminder Light will remain on until the seat belts are buckled The BeltAlert warning sequence may repeat based on vehicle speed until the driver and occupied o...

Page 37: ... equipped with lap shoulder belts The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions This feature allows the shoul der part of the seat belt to move freely with you under normal conditions However in a collision the seat belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out of the vehicle WARNING Relying on the air bags alo...

Page 38: ...these instructions to wear Continued WARNING Continued your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in a collision hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size A lap belt worn too high can increase the ...

Page 39: ...A seat belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder Continued WARNING Continued bones Wear the seat belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a colli sion A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder...

Page 40: ... arm in the rear 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 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 41: ... plate and pull on the lap belt A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision 5 Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal if any slack so that it is comfort able and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Positioning The Lap Belt 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE START...

Page 42: ...1 Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point 2 At about 6 to 12 inches 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate 4 Continue to slide the latch plate...

Page 43: ...rage and move it up or down to the position that serves you best As a guide if you are shorter than average you will prefer the shoulder belt anchorage in a lower position and if you 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 Adjustable Anchorage...

Page 44: ...he shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing the release but ton To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position Adjustable Anchorage 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 45: ...he back or under the arm Seat Belt Pretensioner The front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by removing slack from the seat belt early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These...

Page 46: ...a collision This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a controlled manner Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR which is used to secure a child restraint system For additional information refer to Installing Child Restraints Using The Veh...

Page 47: ... Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click In Automatic Locking Mode the shoulder belt is auto matically pre locked The seat belt will still retract 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 re...

Page 48: ...der belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode WARNING The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR fea ture or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the proce dures in the Service Manual Failure to replace the seat bel...

Page 49: ...Front and Side Impact Sensors Seat Belt Pretensioners Seat Belt Buckle Switch Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the...

Page 50: ...f an air bag A deploying Passenger Advanced 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 Advanced Front Air Bag And Knee Impact Bolster Locations 1 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bags 2 Passenger Knee Impact Bolster Supplemental Passenge...

Page 51: ... the driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced 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 th...

Page 52: ...produce a severe initial deceleration Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli sions and also are needed to help keep you in position away from an inflating air bag When the ORC detects a collision requiring...

Page 53: ...hicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column The Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection during a frontal impact by working together with the seat belts pretensioners and Advanced Front Air Bags Supplemental Side Air Bags Your vehicle is equipped with two types of supplemental Side Air Bags 1 Supplemental ...

Page 54: ...he 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 air bag WARNING Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the Side Air Bags the performance could be adversely affect...

Page 55: ...e side win dows An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window The SABICs inflate with enough force to injure occupants if they are not belted and seated properly or 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 The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or c...

Page 56: ...gned to activate in certain side impacts The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC determines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in a particular impact event is appropriate based on the severity and type of collision The side impact sensors aid the ORC in determining the appropriate response to impact events The system is calibrated to deploy the Side Air Bags on the impact side of the vehicl...

Page 57: ...Bags To get the best protection from the Side Air Bags occupants must wear their seat belts properly and sit upright with their backs against the seats Children must be properly restrained in a child restraint or booster seat that is appropriate for the size of the child WARNING Side Air Bags need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat Being to...

Page 58: ...ly within a few days or if you have any blistering see your doctor immediately As the air bags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the non toxic gas used for air bag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or t...

Page 59: ...ced Accident Response Sys tem perform the following functions Cut off fuel to the engine Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the hazard light button is pushed The hazard lights can be deactivated by pushing the hazard light button Turn on the interior lights which remain on as long as the battery has power or for 15 minutes from the intervention of the Enhanced Accident R...

Page 60: ...mes disconnected prior to deployment The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds for a self check when the ignition switch is first turned to the MAR ACC ON RUN position After the self check the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the Air Bag Warning Light either mo...

Page 61: ...ec tion Have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately WARNING Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru ment panel could mean you won t have the air bags to protect you in a collision If the light does not come on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on stays on after you start the vehicle or if it comes on as you drive have an authorized dealer service the ...

Page 62: ...in any way including removal or loosening tightening of seat attachment bolts take the vehicle to your Continued WARNING Continued authorized dealer Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may be used If it is necessary to modify the air bag system for persons with dis abilities contact your authorized dealer Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR The ...

Page 63: ...d during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equip ment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times ...

Page 64: ...at Owner s Manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your child Carefully read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the child restraint Owner s Manual and on all the labels attached to the child restraint Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards You should also make sure that you can install it in t...

Page 65: ...rown 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 small to properly fit the vehicle s seat belt Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the ve hicle seat belt seated in the rear seat of the ...

Page 66: ...fant carrier but are still less than at least two years old Children should remain rear facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat WARNING Never place a rear facing child restraint in front of an air bag A deploying passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger including a child in a rear facing c...

Page 67: ...nt It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the child restraint manufacturer s Continued WARNING Continued directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle do not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward because it can loosen the child restraint attach ments Remove the child restraint be...

Page 68: ... s thighs and not their stomach 5 Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip If the answer to any of these questions was no then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle If the child is using the lap shoulder belt check seat belt fit periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the sh...

Page 69: ...r Anchors Only Seat Belt Only LATCH Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Seat Belt Top Tether Anchor Rear Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs 29 5 kg X X Rear Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lbs 29 5 kg X Forward Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs 29 5 kg X X Forward Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lbs 29 5 kg X 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 ...

Page 70: ...rages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position These anchorages are used to install LATCH equipped child seats without using the vehicle s seat belts Some seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages In these seating positions the seat belt must be used with the top tether ancho...

Page 71: ...alling Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchor Top Tether Locations Passenger Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 ...

Page 72: ...t belt and tether anchor instead of the LATCH system once the combined weight is more than 65 lbs 29 5 kg Can the LATCH anchorages and the seat belt be used together to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint No Do not use the seat belt when you use the LATCH anchorage system to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint Can a child seat be installed in the center positi...

Page 73: ...elt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchorages in an outboard position Can the rear facing child restraint touch the back of the front passen ger seat Yes The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact See your child re straint owner s manual for more information Can the head ...

Page 74: ...ck They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the gap between the seatback and seat cushion Locating Tether Anchorages Passenger Vehicle There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat LATCH Anchorages 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 75: ...ighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage Center Seat LATCH WARNING Do not install a child restraint in the center posi tion using the LATCH system This position is not approved for installing child seats using the LATCH attachments You must use the seat belt and tether anchor to install a child seat in the center seating position Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more than...

Page 76: ...for that seating position For some second row seats you may need to recline the seat and or raise the head restraint to get a better fit If the rear seat can be moved forward and rearward in the vehicle you may wish to move it to its rear most position to make room for the child seat You may also move the front seat forward to allow more room for the child seat 3 Attach the lower hooks or connecto...

Page 77: ...res with the child restraint installation instead of buckling it behind the child restraint route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it Do not lock the seat belt Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with them WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of...

Page 78: ...tched into a locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract back into the retractor If it is locked the ALR will make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the retractor For additional information on ALR refer to the Automatic Locking Mode description un der Occupant Restraints Lap Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Rest...

Page 79: ...ended weight limit of the child restraint Can the rear facing child restraint touch the back of the front passen ger seat Yes Contact between the front passen ger seat and the child restraint is allowed if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact Can the head restraints be re moved Yes Second Row The head restraints may be removed from all positions Can the buckle stalk be twisted to t...

Page 80: ...he webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat 5 To lock the seat belt pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor Then allow the webbing 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...

Page 81: ...ap for a rear facing car seat to any location in front of the car seat including the seat frame or a tether anchorage Only attach the Continued WARNING Continued tether strap of a rear facing car seat to the tether anchorage that is approved for that seating position located behind the top of the vehicle seat See the section Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren LATCH Restraint System for the loc...

Page 82: ...ise the head restraint and where possible route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts If not possible lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint 3 Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram 4 Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restra...

Page 83: ...ded for carrying children in the front passenger seat s Never install rear facing child restraints in this vehicle If you must carry a child in a forward facing child restraint the passenger seat should 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...

Page 84: ...a locking clip The ALR retractor can be switched into a locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract back into the retractor If it is locked the ALR will make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the retractor For additional information on ALR refer to the Automatic Locking Mode description un der Occupant Restraints ALR Swit...

Page 85: ...atic 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 web bing 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 restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle seat 8 If the child restraint has a top tether strap and t...

Page 86: ...orward to provide better access to the tether anchorage 2 Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable head re straints raise the head restraint and where possible route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts If not possible lower the head restraint and pass the te...

Page 87: ...ing in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain transmission and axle in yo...

Page 88: ...lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Ve hicle CAUTION Never use Non Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result NOTE A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles...

Page 89: ... seat and using a seat belt properly Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO follow these safety tips Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area If ...

Page 90: ...r compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the seat belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Front seat belt assemblies must be repla...

Page 91: ...he footwell of your vehicle Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways WARNING Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per sonal injury Always make sure that floor mats are...

Page 92: ...ence with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the vehicle Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks Inspect sidewalls for cuts cracks and bulges Check the whe...

Page 93: ...cle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid if equipped or brake fluid leaks are suspected The cause should be located and corrected immediately 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 ...

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Page 95: ...de Mirror Adjustment If Equipped 98 Power Outside Mirrors If Equipped 98 Sun Visors 99 䡵 SEATS 100 Manual Seat Adjustments 100 Folding Rear Seat If Equipped 103 Heated Seats If Equipped 104 Head Restraints 105 䡵 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 109 䡵 LIGHTS 112 Multifunction Lever 112 Headlights 112 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 113 High Beams 113 Flash To Pass 113 3 ...

Page 96: ...LECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 120 To Activate 121 To Set A Desired Speed 121 To Deactivate 122 To Resume Speed 122 To Vary The Speed Setting 122 To Accelerate For Passing 123 䡵 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED 124 ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sensors 125 ParkSense Rear Park Assist Alerts 126 ParkSense Rear Park Assist Failure Indications 127 Cleaning The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System 128 ParkSen...

Page 97: ...RAGE 136 Glove Compartment 136 Dash Storage 136 Overhead Console Storage 137 䡵 CARGO AREA FEATURES 137 Rear Cargo Tie Downs 137 Rear Cargo Lights 139 Cargo Compartment Light If Equipped 141 䡵 REAR WINDOW FEATURES 141 Rear Window Defroster If Equipped 141 䡵 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK IF EQUIPPED 142 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 ...

Page 98: ...eadlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while the small control under the mirror is set in the day position toward the windshield Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirrors to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight o...

Page 99: ...r when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror Some vehicles will not have a convex passenger side mirror Manual Folding Door Mirrors The door mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to be folded rearward to help avoid damage CAUTION It is recommended to fold the mirrors into the full rearward position to resist damage when entering a car wash or a narrow ...

Page 100: ...lag trim above the driver s door trim panel To adjust a mirror turn the control knob toward the left or right mirror positions indicated Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move When you are finished adjusting the mirror turn the control to the center neutral position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror Manual Mirror Control Lever 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR...

Page 101: ...ard or up against the door glass Your vehicle may be equipped with courtesy mirror located on the passenger sun visor Power Mirror Controls 1 Driver Mirror Select Position 2 Neutral Position 3 Passenger Mirror Select Position 4 Four Way Mirror Control Switch Sun Visor Passenger Side Shown 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 ...

Page 102: ...icle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Continued WARNING Continued Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly...

Page 103: ...on and serious injury or death Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt Seat Adjustments 1 Forward Rearward Adjusting Bar 2 Height Adjustment Lever 3 Recliner Knob 4 Lumbar Knob 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 ...

Page 104: ...sition lean forward rotate the knob forward until the seatback is in the upright position Lumbar Support If Equipped This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support The lumbar control knob is located on the rear upper outboard side of the seatback Rotate the control forward to increase and rearward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support WARNING Adjusting a se...

Page 105: ...the release lever upper outboard side of seat and lift it upward until the seatback releases 2 Slowly fold down the seatback 3 Pull forward on the lower release lever located on the lower outboard side of seat and lift the seat for extended cargo space Seatback Release Lever Seat Release Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 ...

Page 106: ... and seatbacks The controls for the front heated seats are located on the lower outboard side of the seat Push the button once to turn on the heated seats The LED on the button turns on when the heated seat is on Push the button a second time to shut the heating elements off Extended Cargo Space Heated Seat Control Button 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 107: ...tback that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion Continued WARNING Continued This may cause the seat heater to overheat Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface tempera ture of the seat Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact Head restr...

Page 108: ...lower the head restraint push the adjustment button located on the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint To remove the head restraint raise it as far as it can go then push the release button and the adjustment button at the base of each post while pulling the head restraint up To reinstall the head restraint put the head restraint posts into the holes and push downwar...

Page 109: ...ccupying a seat Rear Head Restraints The outboard head restraints can be removed by pushing the release buttons located at the base of the head restraint and pull upward on the whole assembly To reinstall the head restraint put the head restraint posts into the holes and push downward Then adjust it to the appropriate height WARNING A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or hard stop...

Page 110: ...ush down ward on the head restraint till the desired height is reached To remove the head restraint push the release button and adjustment button while pulling upward on the whole assembly and raise it as far as it can go To reinstall the headrest put the headrest posts into the holes while pushing the release button and adjustment button Then adjust it to the appropriate height Outboard Head Rest...

Page 111: ...tions above prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a seat TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood two latches must be released 1 Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver s door Center Head Restraint 1 Release Button 2 Adjustment Button 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 ...

Page 112: ...of the hood and push up the safety latch lever to release it before raising the hood 3 Raise the hood and place the hood prop rod in hood slot to secure the hood in the open position Hood Release Lever Hood Safety Latch Lever Location 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 113: ...d to close Make sure hood is fully closed for both latches Never drive vehicle unless hood is fully closed with both latches engaged WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death Hood Prop Rod 3 UNDERSTANDI...

Page 114: ... headlights high beams parking lights passing light and turn sig nals NOTE The external lights can only be turned on with the ignition in the ON RUN position Headlights Rotate the end of the multifunction lever up ward to the first detent for headlight operation Multifunction Lever 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 115: ...eature can be programmed through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information High Beams With the low beams activated pull the multifunc tion lever towards the steering wheel to turn on the high beams A high beam symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate the high beams are o...

Page 116: ... that the indicator bulb is defective Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once without moving beyond the detent and the turn signal right or left will flash five times then automatically turn off 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 turn the ignition to th...

Page 117: ... to turn the front fog lights off Map Dome Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console Each light is turned on by pushing the corresponding switch Left Switch Push the left switch to the left to turn OFF the auto dome lights The dome lights will not automatically turn on when a door is opened Push the left switch to the right to turn ON the dome lights Right Swit...

Page 118: ...E The windshield wipers washers will only oper ate with the ignition in the ON RUN position Front Windshield Wiper Operation There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers The windshield wiper lever can be moved in several positions to access these modes Map Dome Lights 1 Auto Off 3 Left Map 2 Dome 4 Right Map 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 119: ...ntermittent speed When the vehicle s speed increases the time between the wipes will decrease Low Speed Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent The wipers will operate at low speed High Speed Rotate the end of the lever upward to the third detent The wipers will operate at high speed Windshield Wiper Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ...

Page 120: ...eld wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash Damage to the Continued CAUTION Continued windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off In cold weather always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the Park posi tion before turning off the engine If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield damage t...

Page 121: ...sher Operation Pushing the windshield wiper lever forward activates the rear window washer Keep the windshield wiper lever pushed for more than quarter a second to activate the rear window wiper as well Releasing the windshield wiper lever will activate the smart washing function as described for the windshield wipers The function stops when the windshield wiper lever is released TILT TELESCOPING ...

Page 122: ...t the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The Electron...

Page 123: ... To turn the system off push the ON OFF button a second time The Cruise Indicator Light will turn off The system should be turned off when not in use WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not ...

Page 124: ... a previously set speed push the RES button and release Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph 32 km h up to the maximum speed of 100 mph 160 km h To Vary The Speed Setting To Increase Speed When the Electronic Speed Control is set you can in crease speed by pushing the RES button The speed increment is dependant on the chosen speed unit of U S mph or Metric km h U S Speed mph Pushing the RE...

Page 125: ... tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph If the button is continually pushed the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released then the new set speed will be established Metric Speed km h Pushing the SET button once will result in a 1 km h decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 km h If the button is continually pushed the set ...

Page 126: ...UIPPED The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides an audible 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 recommendations The ParkSense Rear Park Assist is automatically acti vated when the transmission is placed into REVERSE As the d...

Page 127: ... the horizontal direction from approximately 12 in 30 cm up to 55 in 140 cm from the center of the rear fascia bumper and up to 24 in 60 cm from the corners of the rear fascia bumper depending on the location type and orientation of the obstacle If several obstacles are detected the ParkSense Rear Park Assist system indicates the nearest obstacle The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corre s...

Page 128: ...one indicates that the obstacle is less than 12 inches 30 cm away Audible And Visual Signals Supplied By The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System SIGNAL MEANING INDICATION Obstacle Distance An obstacle is present within the sensors field of view Audible signal dashboard loudspeaker Sound pulses emitted at a rate that increases as the distance decreases Emits continuous tone at 12 inches 30 cm Adjusta...

Page 129: ...er three seconds stopping warnings during maneuvers parallel to walls ParkSense Rear Park Assist Failure Indications A malfunction of the ParkSense Rear Park Assist sensors or system is indicated during REVERSE gear engage ment by the instrument panel warning icon The warning icon is illuminated and a message is displayed on the multifunction display if equipped Refer to Instrument Cluster De scri...

Page 130: ...ors 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 mud dirt or other obstruction to keep the Rear Park Assist system operating properly Jackhammers large trucks and other vibrations could affect the performance of Rear...

Page 131: ...ecommended that the driver looks over his her shoulder when using ParkSense WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using ParkSense Always check carefully behind your vehicle look behind you and be sure to check for pedestrians animals other vehicles obstructions and blind spots before backing up You are responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your surroundin...

Page 132: ...g with a cau tion note to check entire surroundings across the top of the screen After five seconds this note will disappear The ParkView camera is located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear License plate The Camera Delay setting can be set to ON OFF on the rear camera settings menu When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE and the Camera Delay is turned OFF the rear camera mode is exited ...

Page 133: ...nd be sure to check for pedestrians animals other vehicles ob structions or blind spots before backing up You are responsible for the safety of your surroundings and must continue to pay attention while backing up Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death CAUTION To avoid vehicle damage ParkView should only be used as a parking aid The ParkView camera is unable to view every obstacle ...

Page 134: ...n the center console and both operate with the ignition key in the MAR ON RUN position Load Compartment Power Outlet The Load Compartment Power Outlet is located on the left side of the rear cargo compartment It operates with the ignition key in the MAR ACC ON RUN position The outlet can be used for powering 12 Volt adaptive accessories and recharging communications devices Passenger Compartment P...

Page 135: ...to the outlet Using unsuitable adaptors may damage the outlet Load Compartment Power Outlet Underhood Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 85 Fuse 20A Yellow Rear Power Outlet 12V 2 86 Fuse 30A Green IP Power Outlet 12V 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 ...

Page 136: ...icle If this outlet is mishandled it may cause an electric shock and failure CAUTION Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will Continued Interior Fuse Panel Power Outlet Fuse Location 1 05 Fuse 15A Blue Second IP Power Outlet 12V 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEA...

Page 137: ...generator to recharge the vehicle s battery CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER IF EQUIPPED A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter are available Push the cigar lighter button to activate the cigar lighter when the ignition key is in the MAR ON RUN position After a few seconds the button returns to its initial position and the cigar lighter is ready for use NOTE Always check that the cigar lighter h...

Page 138: ...e glove compartment remove the emergency key from the key fob insert emergency key into glove compartment handle lock cylinder and turn the key to the lock position and remove the key Use the reverse sequence to unlock the glove compartment Dash Storage The dash storage is located on the right side of the instrument panel above the glove compartment Glove Compartment Release Handle 136 UNDERSTANDI...

Page 139: ...orage above the front sun visors CARGO AREA FEATURES Rear Cargo Tie Downs To make it easier to secure your load there are hooks if equipped fixed to the floor Dash Storage Overhead Console Storage Location 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 ...

Page 140: ...y passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes Continued Rear Cargo Tie Downs Cargo Version Rear Cargo Tie Downs Passenger Version 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 141: ... label attached to the left door or left door center pillar Continued WARNING Continued Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as pos sible Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway Do not pile luggage or cargo higher...

Page 142: ...ent positions Off Left Position Auto Center Position On Right Position Using the interior light lens push the lens to the right from its center position and the light is turned on Push the lens to the left and the light is turned off Leave the lens in the center position and the light is turned on and off when the doors are opened or closed NOTE The light will turn off automatically after 15 minut...

Page 143: ... radio Push this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors if equipped An indica tor in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 20 minutes To manually shut the defroster off push the button a second time NOTE To prevent excessive battery drain use the rear window defroster...

Page 144: ...ry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack The load must not exceed 150 lbs 68 kg and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars NOTE If not equipped with crossbars your authorized dealer can order and install MOPAR crossbars built specifically for this roof rack system Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars The roof rack does not increase the to...

Page 145: ...radio reception avoid placing the rear cross bar over the satellite radio antenna CAUTION To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle do not carry any loads on the roof rack without the crossbars installed The load should be secured and placed on top of the crossbars not directly on the roof If it is necessary to place the load on the roof place a blanket or some other protection between the loa...

Page 146: ... a load This is especially true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo or your vehicle WARNING Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle particularly at high speeds resulting in per sonal injury or property damage Follow the roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YO...

Page 147: ...ights 152 Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights 163 Green Telltale Indicator Lights 173 Blue Telltale Indicator Lights 175 䡵 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC 176 Speed Beep 179 Trip B Data 180 Set Time 180 Set Date 181 Autoclose 182 Setting The Units 182 Language 184 Buzzer Volume 184 Seat Belt Buzzer Volume 184 Service 185 Daytime Running Lights DRL 185 4 ...

Page 148: ...able Features Personal Settings 193 䡵 UCONNECT RADIOS 201 䡵 iPod USB MP3 CONTROL IF EQUIPPED 201 䡵 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED 202 Radio Operation 203 䡵 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES 204 General Information 204 䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS 205 Manual Climate Controls 205 䡵 UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS IF EQUIPPED 210 Introducing Uconnect 210 Get Started 210 Radio 212 Basic Voice C...

Page 149: ... Media 213 Phone 214 Voice Text Reply 215 Additional Information 216 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 ...

Page 150: ...8 Radio 14 USB Charger AUX 3 Instrument Cluster 9 Passenger Air Bag 15 Driver Air Bag 4 Horn 10 Lower Dash Storage 16 Uconnect Phone Buttons 5 Electronic Speed Control Switches 11 Glove compartment 17 Shift Lever 6 Multifunction Lever Front Rear Wiper Trip Computer 12 Switch Bank 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 151: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER EVIC Instrument Cluster 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 ...

Page 152: ...ge CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam age your vehicle If the temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized dealer for service WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerou...

Page 153: ...rument panel together with a dedicated mes sage 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 all cases Always refer to the information in this chapter in the event of a failure indication All a...

Page 154: ...e the temperature gauge to pass H a continuous chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool or the 4 minutes duration is expired whichever come first If the light turns on while driving safely pull over and stop the vehicle If the A C system is on turn it off Also shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle If the tem perature reading does not return to normal turn the engine ...

Page 155: ...Engine Oil Level Warning Light This warning light appears on the panel when the engine oil level falls below the minimum rec ommended value Restore the correct engine oil level or contact your authorized dealer for ser vice 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 ...

Page 156: ... in the PARK position The light should turn off If the light remains on with the engine running your vehicle will usually be driv able 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 ...

Page 157: ...a bulb check During the bulb check if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb check or when driving if the driver s seat belt remains un buckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously and a chime will sound Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANE...

Page 158: ...ng startup stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible This light will illuminate with a single chime when a fault with the Air Bag Warning Light has been detected it will stay on until the fault is cleared If the light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving have an authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately 156 UNDER...

Page 159: ...ight turns on while driving stop the ve hicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the 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 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 ...

Page 160: ...ging system Contact your autho rized dealer as soon as possible This indicates a possible problem with the electrical system or a related component If jump starting is required refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emer gencies 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 close...

Page 161: ...idle speed or apply light foot pressure to increase the engine speed RPM until the Transmission Temperature light turns off CAUTION Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure WARNING If you continue operating the vehicle when the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi nated you c...

Page 162: ...ake hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti Lock Brake System ABS Electronic Stability Control ESC system In this case the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected If the problem is related to the brake booster the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop The dua...

Page 163: ...c Brake Force Distribution EBD In the event of an EBD failure the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light Immediate repair to the ABS system is required Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON RUN position The light should illuminate for ap proximately two seconds The light should then turn off unless the ...

Page 164: ...If the light remains on after startup or comes on and stays on at road speeds it may indicate that the ABS has detected a malfunction or has be come inoperative The system reverts to standard non anti lock brakes If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light are on see an authorized dealer immediately Refer to Anti Lock Brake System in Starting And Operating for further in formation 16...

Page 165: ...s light will turn on and re main on until fuel is added Generic Warning Indicator Light Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Generic Warning Indicator Light The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if any of the following conditions occur Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure External Light Failure Parking Sensor Failure DST System Fail ure 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 ...

Page 166: ...layed in the instrument cluster when the ambient temperature is below 25 6 F 32 C at the time the engine is shut off as a reminder To prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures this vehicle will in hibit engine cranking and this icon will blink when the ambient temperature is less than 35 C 31 F and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not ...

Page 167: ...MPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more flat tires as handling may be compromised Stop the vehicle avoiding sharp braking and steering Repair immediately using the dedicated tire repair kit and contact your authorized dealership as soon as possible Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehic...

Page 168: ...TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon ...

Page 169: ...replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket Continued CAUTION Continued wheels can cause sensor damage Using aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS sensor to become inoperable After using an aftermarket tire sealant it is recommended that you take your vehicle to an authorized dealership to have your sensor function checked...

Page 170: ...n in the instrument panel In this case turn the key to OFF and then to ON RUN if it is still locked try again with the other keys that come with the vehicle Contact an authorized dealer if you still cannot start the engine If with the engine running the warning light comes on this means that the system is run ning a self test for example for a voltage drop 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 171: ...ing 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 sev eral typical driving styles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing When the engine is running the MIL may fl...

Page 172: ...ioning catalytic converter as referenced above can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants wood cardboard etc This could result in death or serious injury to the driver occupants or others Rear Fog Light Indicator If Equipped Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Rear Fog Light Indica...

Page 173: ...ins on after sev eral ignition 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 Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN Each time the ignition is turned to ON RUN the ESC...

Page 174: ...dicates the Electronic Stability Control ESC is off Transmission Fault Warning Light Red Telltale Light What It Means Transmission Fault Warning Light This light will illuminate together with a message in the EVIC and a buzzer to indicate a transmission fault Contact your authorized dealer if the message remains after restarting the engine 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 175: ...T or RIGHT turn signal as selected as well as the exterior turn signal lamp s front and rear as selected when the multifunction 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 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANE...

Page 176: ...ight This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on Front Fog Indicator Light If Equipped Green Telltale Light What It Means Front Fog Indicator Light If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 177: ...ts High Beam Indicator Light Blue Telltale Light What It Means High Beam Indicator Light This indicator shows that the high beam headlights are on Push the multifunction control lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam Pull the lever toward you for a temporary high beam on flash to pass scenario 4 UNDERSTANDING YO...

Page 178: ...r This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pushing the switches mounted on the instrument panel The EVIC Menu items consists of the following Speed Beep Trip B Data Set Time Set Date Autoclose Units Language Buzzer Volume Seat Belt Buzzer Service Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Display 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 179: ...ures will display and managed by the Uconnect R 5 0 5 0N system Refer to the radio supplement for further Uconnect R 5 0 5 0N information MENU Button Push and HOLD the MENU button for a time longer than 1 second to access select the information screens or submenu screens of a main menu item Push and hold the MENU button for two seconds to reset displayed selected features that can be reset EVIC Co...

Page 180: ... and release the MENU button to display the first submenu option 2 Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button by single pushes to scroll through all the submenu options 3 Briefly push and release the MENU button to select the displayed submenu option and to open the rel evant setup menu 4 Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button by single pushes to select the new setting for this submenu opt...

Page 181: ...t described below The setting will increase decrease by five units each time theUP or DOWN arrow button is pushed Hold down the UP or DOWN arrow button to auto matically increase decrease the setting rapidly Com plete the adjustment when you approach the desired value Push the MENU button briefly to return to the menu screen or hold the MENU button down to return to the standard screen without sto...

Page 182: ...the standard screen without storing Set Time With this function it is possible to set the time through two submenus Time and Mode To set the time 1 Push the MENU button the display will show the two submenus Time and Mode 2 Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button to switch between the two submenus 3 Select the required option and then push MENU 4 If selecting the Time submenu briefly push MEN...

Page 183: ... When you have made the required settings push the MENU button briefly to go back to the submenu screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen without saving 3 Hold the MENU button down again to return to the standard screen or to the main menu according to where you are in the menu Set Date With this function it is possible to set the date To adjust the date 1 Push the MENU bu...

Page 184: ...hen the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph 20 km h To activate or deactivate this function 1 Push the MENU button briefly to display a submenu 2 Push the MENU button briefly to make the display flash On or Off according to the previous setting 3 Push the UP or DOWN arrow button to select 4 Push the MENU button briefly to return to the sub menu screen or hold the button down to return to the main menu sc...

Page 185: ...ding on the previous setting 1 If the set distance unit of measurement is mi km the fuel consumption unit will be displayed in mpg km l or l 100 km 2 Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button to select When you select the Temperature submenu briefly pushing the MENU button the display will show C or F depending on the previous setting 1 Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button to select 2 W...

Page 186: ... can be adjusted according to 8 levels To set the desired volume 1 Push the MENU button the previously set volume level will flash on the display 2 Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button to adjust 3 Push the MENU button to return to the menu screen or hold the MENU button down to return to the standard screen without storing Seat Belt Buzzer Volume With this function the volume of the acoust...

Page 187: ...des vehicle maintenance at fixed intervals Refer to Maintenance Schedules for further information Daytime Running Lights DRL With this function it is possible to turn the daytime running lights on and off To activate or deactivate this function 1 Push the MENU button to display a submenu 2 Push the MENU button to make the display flash On or Off according to the previous setting 3 Push and release...

Page 188: ...interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style Unless reset this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position To turn off the message temporarily push and release the MENU button To reset the oil change indica tor system after performing the scheduled maintenance refer to the following procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ...

Page 189: ...P button to reset the system manually When the Trip distance reaches 99999 9 miles or kilometers or when the Travel time reaches 999 59 999 hours and 59 minutes the system is reset auto matically Disconnecting Reconnecting the battery resets the system NOTE If the reset operation occurs in the presence of the screens concerning Trip A or Trip B only the infor mation associated with Trip A or Trip ...

Page 190: ...y A Instantaneous Economy Average speed A Travel time A driving time Reset Trip A Trip B can be used to display the figures relating to Trip distance B Average Economy B Average speed B Travel time B driving time Reset Trip B NOTE Trip B functions may be excluded see Trip B Data Range and Instantaneous Economy can not be reset Reset Trip A and Reset Trip B may be present Values Displayed Range Thi...

Page 191: ... approximate average consumption since the last reset Instantaneous Economy 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 func tion of the overall time elapsed since the last reset Travel Time This value shows the time elapse...

Page 192: ...ist even if the most recent version of vehicle software such as Uconnect software is installed WARNING It is not possible to know or to predict all of the possible outcomes if your vehicle s systems are breached It may be possible that vehicle systems including safety related systems could be im paired or a loss of vehicle control could occur that may result in an accident involving serious injury...

Page 193: ...ot be assured Third parties may unlawfully intercept information and private communications without your consent For further information refer to Onboard Di agnostic System OBD II Cybersecurity in Maintaining Your Vehicle UCONNECT SETTINGS The Uconnect system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you ...

Page 194: ...eplate 1 Uconnect Buttons On The Touchscreen 2 Uconnect Buttons On The Faceplate Uconnect 5 0N Buttons On The Touchscreen And Buttons On The Faceplate 1 Uconnect Buttons On The Touchscreen 2 Uconnect Buttons On The Faceplate 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 195: ...ond time to turn the screen on Push the Back button on the faceplate to exit out of a Menu or certain option on the Uconnect system Buttons On The Touchscreen Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the Uconnect display Customer Programmable Features Personal Settings Push the Settings button on the faceplate to display the menu setting screen In this mode the Uconnect system allows you to ac...

Page 196: ...tion In auto mode the display brightness is aligned to that of the instrument panel Display Brightness With Headlights ON This feature allows you to select the display brightness when the headlights are on Adjust the brightness with the Up or Down arrow buttons on the touchscreen Then press the back arrow Done button on the touch screen or push the back button on the faceplate Display Brightness W...

Page 197: ...t indicating that the setting has been selected Press the back arrow Done button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu Display Trip B Press the relevant button to activate deactivate the dis playing of the Trip B on the instrument panel display Voice Response Length This feature allows you to change the Voice Response Length settings To change the Voice Response Length press the Brief ...

Page 198: ...ton The button will highlight showing that setting has been selected Time and Format This feature will allow you to set the time and choose the format to display the time To make your selection press the Up or Down arrow buttons on the touchscreen to adjust the hours minutes up or down To select format press the 12h 24h AM and or PM button on the touch screen The button will highlight showing that...

Page 199: ...tion press the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera button on the touchscreen until a check mark appears next to setting indicating that the setting had been selected ParkView Backup Camera Delay If Equipped When this feature is enabled it will allow the ParkView Backup Camera display to remain on while in drive for up to 10 seconds or 8 mph 13 km h Lights After pressing the Lights button on the touchscre...

Page 200: ...rows to adjust or tap the speaker icon to readjust to the center Equalizer This feature allows you to adjust the Bass Mid and Treble settings Adjust the settings with the or arrow buttons on the touchscreen or by selecting any point on the scale between the Up and Down arrow buttons on the touchscreen NOTE Bass Mid Treble allow you to simply slide your finger up or down to change the setting as we...

Page 201: ...lay Press the Radio Off Delay to keep the radio On for a preset amount of time after the Ignition is switched Off Phone Bluetooth After pressing the Phone Bluetooth button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Paired Phones This feature shows which phones are paired to the Phone Bluetooth system For further information refer to the Uconnect Supplement Manual Paired Audio Sour...

Page 202: ...s while scanning To make your selection press the Channel Skip button on the touchscreen select the channels you would like to skip followed by pressing the back arrow button on the touchscreen Subscription Information New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio with your radio Following the expiration of the free services it will be ...

Page 203: ...u sure you want to reset your settings to default select Yes to restore or Cancel to exit Once the settings are restored a pop up appears stating settings reset to default Press the okay button on the touchscreen to exit UCONNECT RADIOS For detailed information about your Uconnect radio refer to your Uconnect Supplement Manual iPod USB MP3 CONTROL IF EQUIPPED The USB Input and Auxiliary Jack is lo...

Page 204: ... s website for software updates For further information refer to the Uconnect Supple ment Manual STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the back surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches USB Input And AUX Jack 1 USB Input 2 AUX Audio Jack 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 205: ...e center The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode Radio Operation Pushing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch will SEEK down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control wil...

Page 206: ... 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 the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Th...

Page 207: ...otating the dial counter clockwise into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while rotating clockwise into the red area indicates warmer temperatures 2 A C Button Push this button to engage the Air Conditioning A light will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is engaged MAX A C For maximum cooling use the A C and recirculation modes at the same time Manual Climate Contr...

Page 208: ...he 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 Se lect the outside air position for maximum defogging Recirculation can be used in all modes except for Defrost If the recirculation button is pressed in Defrost mode the recirculation LED will blink The A C can be deselected manually without dis turbing...

Page 209: ...demister outlets Mix Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window demister outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing mois ture on the windshield Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and side window demister outlets Use this mode with maximum blower and temp...

Page 210: ... of the heated rear window over the heating filaments to avoid damage that might cause them to stop working properly Air Recirculation Press and release the Air Recirculation button LED indicator On to enter recirculation mode It is recom mended to turn the internal air recirculation On while standing in traffic or in tunnels to prevent the introduc tion of polluted air Do not use this function fo...

Page 211: ...central side dashboard vents passen ger s body Air flow to windshield and side windows Selecting the footwell windshield or only windshield distribution activates the climate control system com pressor LED on A C button on and the air recirculation is set to outside air LED on Recirculation Control button off This logic guarantees optimum visibility at the windows The user can always set air recir...

Page 212: ...ice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect 5 0 5 0N system Key Features 5 0 Full Color Touchscreen Display Bluetooth With Integrated Voice Control GPS Navigation If Equipped Get Started All you need to control your Uconnect system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel Uconnect 5 0 5 0N 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 213: ...the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver 4 Each time you give a Voice Command you must first push either the VR or Phone button wait until after the beep then say your Voice 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 Uconnect Voice Command 1 Push to Mute 2 Push To Begin Radio or Media function...

Page 214: ...ne to Satellite Channel Hits 1 TIP At any time if you are not sure of what to say or want to learn a Voice Command press the VR button and say Help The system will provide you with a list of commands Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system Push the VR button After the beep sayѧ Cancel to stop a current voice session Uconnect 5 ...

Page 215: ...nd auxiliary ports if equipped 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 AUX Change source to USB Play artist Beethoven Play album Greatest Hits Play song Moonlight Sonata Play genre Classic...

Page 216: ... Uconnect When the Phonebook button is illumi nated on your touchscreen your system is ready Check UconnectPhone 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 Uc...

Page 217: ... have com patible mobile phone paired to Uconnect system 1 Once an incoming text message is read to you push the Phone button After the beep say Reply 2 Listen to the Uconnect prompts After the beep repeat one of the pre defined messages and follow the system prompts PRE DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES Yes Stuck in Traffic See you later No Start without me I ll be Late Okay Where are you I will...

Page 218: ...egistered 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 trademarks of Yelp Uconnect System Support U S residents call 1 877 855 8400 24 hours a day 7 days a week or visit DriveUconnect com Canadian residents ...

Page 219: ...e Fails To Start 223 After Starting 223 䡵 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED 223 䡵 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 224 Key Ignition Park Interlock 226 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 226 Nine Speed Automatic Transmission 226 Gear Ranges 228 䡵 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES 235 Acceleration 235 Traction 235 䡵 DRIVING THROUGH WATER 236 Flowing Rising Water 236 Shallow Standing Water 236 5 ...

Page 220: ...ivation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light 248 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 251 䡵 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION 252 Tire Markings 252 Tire Identification Number TIN 255 Tire Terminology And Definitions 257 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 258 䡵 TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION 263 Tire Pressure 263 Tire Inflation Pressures 264 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 266 Radial Ply Tires 26...

Page 221: ...al Information 282 䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 282 2 4L Engine 282 Reformulated Gasoline 283 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 283 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 284 MMT In Gasoline 284 Materials Added To Fuel 285 Fuel System Cautions 285 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 286 䡵 ADDING FUEL 287 䡵 VEHICLE LOADING 289 Vehicle Certification Label 289 䡵 TRAILER TOWING 292 Common Towing Definitions 292 Towing Tips 302 5 S...

Page 222: ...䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC 304 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 304 Recreational Towing Automatic Transmission 304 220 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 223: ...ble to children A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Automatic Transmission The gear selector must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes 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 ...

Page 224: ...minder Extended Park Starting NOTE Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle has not been started or driven for at least 30 days 1 Install a battery charger or jumper cables to the battery to ensure a full battery charge during the crank cycle 2 Cycle the ignition in the START position and release it when the engine starts 3 If the engine fails to start within ten seconds cycle the ignition ...

Page 225: ... and vehicle CAUTION Continued To prevent damage to the starter do not continu ously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again After Starting The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine and permits quicker starts in cold weather Con...

Page 226: ...driver s side headlamp NOTE The engine block heater cord is a factory installed option If your vehicle is not equipped heater cords are available from your authorized MOPAR dealer The engine block heater will require 110 Volts AC and 6 5 Amps to activate the heater element The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine WARNING Remember...

Page 227: ... remove the ignition key Once the key is removed the transmission is locked in PARK securing the vehicle against un wanted movement Continued WARNING Continued When leaving the vehicle always remove the igni tion key from the vehicle and lock the 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 ...

Page 228: ...ion The key can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the full LOCK OFF position and once removed the transmission is locked in PARK Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock system BTSI that holds the gear selector in PARK unless the brakes are applied To shift the trans mission out of PARK the ignition must be...

Page 229: ... PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears The transmission gear selector has PARK REVERSE NEUTRAL DRIVE and Electronic Range Select ERS shift positions Manual downshifts can be made using the ERS shift control refer to Electronic Range Select ERS Operation in this section for fur...

Page 230: ...ments the parking brake by locking the transmission The engine can be started in this 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 transmission into PARK first and then apply the parking brake When parking on a hill apply the parking brake before shifting the transmiss...

Page 231: ...ake pedal the Continued WARNING Continued vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle wh...

Page 232: ...gear selector out of PARK you must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK OFF Continued CAUTION Continued position to the ON RUN position and also press the brake pedal Otherwise damage to the gear selector could result DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range as this can damage the drivetrain The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have ...

Page 233: ...rn off the ignition to coast down a hill These are unsafe Continued WARNING Continued 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 Recreational Towing in Starting An...

Page 234: ...mission controller may modify the transmission shift schedule reduce engine torque and or expand the range of torque converter clutch engagement This is done to prevent transmission dam age due to overheating If the transmission becomes extremely hot the Trans mission Temperature Warning Light may illuminate and the transmission may operate differently until the trans mission cools down During col...

Page 235: ... 2 Shift the transmission into PARK 3 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position 4 Wait approximately 10 seconds 5 Restart the engine 6 Shift into the desired gear range If the problem is no longer detected the transmission will return to normal operation NOTE Even if the transmission can be reset we recom mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience Your auth...

Page 236: ... limit the highest available gear For example if you set the transmission gear limit to 5 fifth gear the transmission will not shift above fifth gear but will shift through the lower gears normally You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any vehicle speed When the gear selector is in the DRIVE position the transmission will operate automatically shifting between all available gears Moving the...

Page 237: ...to pull erratically to the right or left This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference 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 front wheels You could lose control of the vehicle and possibly have a collision Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be ...

Page 238: ...fety and prevent damage to your vehicle Flowing Rising Water WARNING Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and or rising as in storm run off Flow ing water can wear away the road or path s surface and cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water Furthermore flowing and or rising water can carry your vehicle away swiftly Failure to follow this warning may result in injurie...

Page 239: ... standing water before driving through it Never drive through Continued CAUTION Continued standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle Determine the condition of the road or the path that is under water and if there are any obstacles in the way before driving through the standing water Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water This will...

Page 240: ...steering capability if power assist is lost If for some reason the power assist is interrupted it will still be possible to steer your vehicle Under these condi tions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers NOTE Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are considered normal and do not indica...

Page 241: ...through an autho rized dealer CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering system as the chemicals can damage your power steering components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use on...

Page 242: ...g brake lever is located in the center console To apply the parking brake pull the lever up as firmly as possible To release the parking brake pull the lever up slightly press the center button then lower the lever completely When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position the Brake Warning Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate Parking Brake 240 STARTING AND...

Page 243: ...hanism may make it difficult to move the gear selector out of PARK The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the Key Fob from the ignition 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 numb...

Page 244: ...ediately BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability the remaining system will still func tion However there will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness You may notice increased pedal travel during application greater pedal force required to slow or stop and potential activation of the Brake System Wa...

Page 245: ...tem s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to provide regulated hydraulic pressure The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation which is normal The ABS includes an amber ABS Warning Light When the light is illuminated the ABS is not functioning The system reverts to standard non anti lock brakes Turning the ignition Off and On again may reset the ABS if the fault detected was only momen...

Page 246: ... a clicking noise These occurrences are normal and indicate that the system is functioning properly Brake Assist System BAS The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes This can help reduce brak...

Page 247: ...celeration and stability A feature of the TCS system Brake Limited Differential BLD functions simi lar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning This feature rem...

Page 248: ...oaded vehicle or while pulling a trailer when the system will not activate and slight rolling may occur This could cause a collision with another vehicle or object Always remember the driver is responsible for brak ing the vehicle Electronic Stability Control ESC This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESC cor rects for oversteering or...

Page 249: ...droplaning ESC also cannot prevent collisions Continued WARNING Continued resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inap propriate driver input for the conditions Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent acci dents The capabilities of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others V...

Page 250: ...cle 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 Activation Malfunction Indicator Light located in the instrument cluster starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light also flashes ...

Page 251: ...uld be used for most driving situations ESC should only be turned to Partial Off for specific reasons as noted Refer to Partial Off for additional informa tion Partial Off The ESC OFF button is located in the switch bank above the climate control To enter the Partial Off mode momentarily push the ESC OFF button and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light will illu minate To turn the ESC on ...

Page 252: ... back on by momentarily pushing the ESC OFF button This may be done while the vehicle is in motion WARNING When in Partial Off mode the TCS functionality of ESC except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section has been disabled and the ESC Off Indicator Light will be illuminated When in Par tial Off mode the engine power reduction of TCS is disabled and the enhanced vehicle stabili...

Page 253: ...n only reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring during severe or evasive driving maneuvers It cannot prevent wheel lift due to other factors such as road conditions leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles WARNING Many factors such as vehicle loading road condi tions and driving conditions influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur ERM cannot prevent all wheel lif...

Page 254: ...sidewall beginning with the section width The letter P is absent from this tire size designation Example 215 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 1 U S DOT Safety Standards ...

Page 255: ...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 tire size based on U S design standards or ⴖ blank ⴖ Passenger car tire based on European design standards or LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards or T or S Temporary spare tire or 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 235 145 Section width in...

Page 256: ...he maximum load a tire can carry H Speed Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits 254 STARTING AND OPERATIN...

Page 257: ...y Maximum Pressure Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including the date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire Look for the TIN on the outboard si...

Page 258: ...e 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 01 Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured two digits 01 means the year 2001 Prior to July 2000 tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire w...

Page 259: ...easured 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 Pres sure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placard...

Page 260: ...ire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar or the rear edge of the driver s side door Example Tire Placard Location Door 258 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 261: ...lacard tells you important information about the 1 Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 Total weight your vehicle can carry Example Tire Placard Location B Pillar Tire And Loading Information Placard 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 ...

Page 262: ... GAWRs vehicle loading and trailer towing refer to Vehicle Loading in the Starting And Operating sec tion of this manual To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight ...

Page 263: ... weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 NOTE If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle The follow ing table shows examples on how to calculate total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and num ber and size of occupants This tabl...

Page 264: ...262 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 265: ...ry areas are affected by improper tire pressure Safety and Vehicle Stability Economy Tread Wear Ride Comfort Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Underinflation increases tire flexing and can result in overheating and tire failure Overinflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tir...

Page 266: ...ay cause erratic and unpredictable steering response Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Fuel Economy Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance resulting in higher fuel consumption Tread Wear Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnor mal wear patterns and reduced tread life resulting in the need for earlier tire replacem...

Page 267: ...re after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after sitting for a minimum of three hours The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side wall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures ...

Page 268: ...era tion Refer to your authorized tire dealer or original equipment vehicle dealer for recommended safe operat ing speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi mum 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...

Page 269: ...s provide traction for all seasons Spring Summer Fall and Winter Traction levels may vary between different all season tires All season tires can be identified by the M S M S M S or MS designation on the tire sidewall Use all season tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Summer Or Three Season Tires If Equipped Summer tires provide ...

Page 270: ...ntified by a mountain snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall If you need snow tires select tires equivalent in size and type to the origi nal equipment tires Use snow tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at s...

Page 271: ...re is not repairable It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the run flat mode See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor mation Spare Tires If Equipped NOTE For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead of a spare tire please refer to Tire Service Kit in What To Do In Emergencies for further information CAUTION Beca...

Page 272: ... 103M T S Temporary Spare Tire Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip ment tire should be repaired or replaced and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first opportunity Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire Do not install more than one compact spare tire a...

Page 273: ...his spare This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle but it is not Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire replace or repair the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity WARNING Limited use spares are for emergency use only In ...

Page 274: ...Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure some one Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h for more than 30 seconds continu ously 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 i...

Page 275: ... need for earlier tire replace ment Distance driven Performance tires tires with a speed rating of V or higher and Summer tires typically have a reduced tread life Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main tenance schedule is highly recommended WARNING Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudde...

Page 276: ...ar tires as a pair Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle s handling If you ever replace a wheel make sure that the wheel s specifications match those of the original wheels It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer or original equipment dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adv...

Page 277: ...le control CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read ings TIRE CHAINS TRACTION DEVICES Due to limited clearance tire chains or traction devices are not recommended CAUTION Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are used TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at different ...

Page 278: ...ar should be corrected prior to rotation being performed The suggested rotation method is the forward cross shown in the following diagram This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom mended cold tire pressure ...

Page 279: ...g low temperature effects or natural pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condition exists and will not turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended cold tire pressure on the placard Once the low tire pressure warning Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light illuminates you must increase the tire pressure to ...

Page 280: ...ration or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause Continued CAUTION Continued sensor damage Using aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS sensor to become inoperable After using an after market tire sealant it is recommended that you take your vehicle to an authorized ...

Page 281: ...ressure Monitoring Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire System Operation This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the instrument cluster The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev els Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve st...

Page 282: ...s above 15 mph 24 km h to receive this information Check TPMS Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault is detected an audible chime will be activated and a proper text message will be displayed If the ignition key is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists The Tire Pressure Mon...

Page 283: ...e 3 Regular size spare tire not equipped with TPMS sensor When mounted during the normal drive the system will turn on the telltale flashing for approxi mately 75 sec then remains solid This condition persists until a wheel equipped with original TPMS sensor has been mounted on the vehicle Then the system will be restored and the telltale will turn off during the normal drive 4 Regular size spare ...

Page 284: ...QUIREMENTS 2 4L Engine This engine is designed to meet all emis sions regulations and provide optimum fuel economy and performance when us ing high quality unleaded Regular gaso line having a posted octane number of 87 as specified by the R M 2 method The use of higher octane Premium gasoline is not required as it will not provide any benefit over Regular gasoline in these engines While operating ...

Page 285: ...ed Prop erly blended reformulated gasoline will provide im proved performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy genates such as ethanol CAUTION DO NOT use gasoline containing methanol or gaso line containing more than 15 ethanol E 15 Use of these blends may result in starting and drivability problems d...

Page 286: ...nty If a Non FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E 85 fuel the engine will have some or all of these symptoms Operate in a lean mode OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on Poor engine performance Poor cold start and cold drivability Increased risk for fuel system component corrosion MMT In Gasoline Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive tha...

Page 287: ...tergent gasoline is recommended Visit www toptiergas com for a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Retailers Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents should be avoided Many of these materials intended for gum and varnish removal may contain active solvents or similar ingredients These can harm fuel system gasket and diaphragm materials Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guidelines ...

Page 288: ...ol system can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicl...

Page 289: ...oor on the left side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle 1 Open the fuel filler door 2 Remove the fuel cap by rotating it counterclockwise 3 Fully insert the gasoline nozzle into the filler pipe 4 Fill the vehicle with fuel NOTE When the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full Fuel Filler Cap 5 STARTING AND OPERATI...

Page 290: ...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 regula tions and may cause the MIL to turn on A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is ins...

Page 291: ...WR Vehicle Certification Label Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to the drivers side B Pillar or the rear of the driver s door The label contains the following information Name of manufacturer Month and year of manufacture Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR rear Vehicle Identification Number VIN Type of Vehicle Mo...

Page 292: ...ication Label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size Rim Size This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size listed Inflation Pressure This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for all loading conditions up to full GAWR Curb Weight The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight ...

Page 293: ...shorten useful service life Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase the vehicle s GVWR Loading To load your vehicle properly first figure out its empty weight axle by axle and side by side Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible Stow all loose items securely before driving If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you ha...

Page 294: ...r vehicle This includes driver passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Refer to Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certification Label in Starting And Operating for further information Gross Trailer Weight GTW The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo consumables and equipment permanent or tem porary loaded in or on the trai...

Page 295: ... mechanical telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling If equipped the electronic Trailer Sway Control TSC recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies individual wheel brakes and or reduces engine...

Page 296: ...ing 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 Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling stability braking performance and could result in a collision Weight Distributing Systems may not be compat ibl...

Page 297: ... lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 267 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 535 kg Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight GTW towable for your given drivetrain All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 ...

Page 298: ...mtruck ca Canada rambodybuilder com Trailer And Tongue Weight Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle The tongue weight of the trailer The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle The weight of the driver and all passengers 296 STARTING AND O...

Page 299: ...llowing guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 805 km the new vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be damaged Continued CAUTION Continued Then during the first 500 miles 805 km that a trailer is towed do not drive over 50 mph 80 km h and do not make starts at full throttle This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle wea...

Page 300: ...on steering suspension chassis structure or tires Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to Continued WARNING Continued the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade When parking apply the parking brake on the to...

Page 301: ...damage before towing a trailer Refer to Tires General Information in Starting And Operating for the proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to Tires General Infor mation in Starting And Operating for the proper tire replacement procedures Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limits Towing Requirements Trailer Brakes Do no...

Page 302: ...owing you should allow for addi tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you Failure to do so could result in a collision CAUTION If the trailer weighs more than 1 000 lbs 453 kg loaded it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances Towi...

Page 303: ...ehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations Trailer Electrical Connector Location 1 Four Pin Connector Location 2 Seven Pin Connector Location Four Pin Connector 1 Female Pins 4 Park 2 Male Pin 5 Left Stop Turn 3 Ground 6 Right Stop Turn 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 ...

Page 304: ...ent shifting does occur while in DRIVE use the Electronic Range Select ERS shift control to select a lower gear range NOTE Using a lower gear range while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking Seven Pin Connector 1 Battery 5 Ground...

Page 305: ...eed when grade and road conditions allow Electronic Speed Control If Equipped Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads When using the speed control if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and tra...

Page 306: ...s for additional details Recreational Towing Automatic Transmission Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels are OFF the ground This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer If using a tow dolly follow this procedure 1 Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer s instructions 2 Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly 3 Firmly appl...

Page 307: ... result If this vehicle requires tow ing make sure the drive wheels are OFF the ground Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re quirements can cause severe transmission damage Damage from improper towing is not covered un der the New Vehicle Limited Warranty 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 ...

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Page 309: ... EQUIPPED 312 Tire Service Kit Storage If Equipped 313 Tire Service Kit Usage 313 䡵 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING IF EQUIPPED 317 Jack Location 317 Removing The Spare Tire 318 Preparations For Jacking 322 Jacking Instructions 323 Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 331 䡵 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES 333 Preparations For Jump Start 333 Jump Starting Procedure 335 䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE 337 6 ...

Page 310: ...䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 338 䡵 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE 340 䡵 IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE 342 308 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 311: ...ugh the ignition is placed in the OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac tion On the highways slow down In city traffic while stopped place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase the engine idle speed whil...

Page 312: ...r service WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Proper lug nut bolt torque is very important t...

Page 313: ... 17 mm Use only your Authorized Dealer recommended lug nuts bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles Tighten the lug nuts bolts in a star pattern until each nut bolt has been tightened twice Wheel Mounting Surface 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 311 ...

Page 314: ...ing may result in personal injury TIRE SERVICE KIT IF EQUIPPED Small punctures up to 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 miles 160 ...

Page 315: ... can be repaired the kit can be used in all weather conditions Do not remove the foreign object from the punctured tire i e screw or nail Remove the Tire Service Kit from the vehicle take it out from the bag and place it near the punctured tire Screw the clear flexible filling tube to the tire valve Tire Service Kit Components 1 Sealant Bottle 2 Pressure Gauge 3 Power Plug located behind storage d...

Page 316: ...ARNING Continued Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat source A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place provided Failure to follow these warn ings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Take care not to allow the co...

Page 317: ...s not been reached turn off and remove the Tire Service Kit drive the vehicle 30 feet 10 meters back and forth to better distribute the sealant inside the tire Attach the clear flexible filling tube of the compressor directly to the tire valve and repeat the inflation process When the correct pressure has been reached start driving the vehicle to uniformly distribute the sealant inside the tire Af...

Page 318: ...s to reach the correct tire pressure and continue driving Peel off the warning label from the bottle and place it on the dashboard as a reminder to the driver that a tire has been treated with Tire Service Kit WARNING The metal end fitting from Power Plug may get hot after use so it should be handled carefully NOTE Replace the sealant canister prior to the expira tion date at your Authorized Deale...

Page 319: ...uld slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never put any part of your body Continued WARNING Continued 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 n...

Page 320: ...Spare Tire 1 Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the vehicle Attach the wrench handle to the winch exten sion Jack Tools Location Jack Tools Location Storage Compartment 318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 321: ...se the winch mechanism access cover Remove the access cover and install the winch extension into the winch mechanism Jack Tools 1 Wrench Handle 2 Winch Extension 3 Emergency Screwdriver 4 Bolt Install Wrench 5 Wheel Chock 6 Jack Winch Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 ...

Page 322: ...r the vehicle NOTE The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch extension only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch 4 Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain access to the spare tire retainer Jack Tools 1 Winch Extension 2 Wrench Handle Spare Tire 320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 323: ...g the retainer from the wheel 6 Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of the cable 7 Pull the retainer through the center of the wheel Retainer Nut Lifting Spare Tire 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 ...

Page 324: ...ing hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 2 Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher 3 Set the parking brake 4 Place the gear selector into PARK 5 Turn the ignition off to the LOCK position 6 Chock both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position For example if chang ing the right front tire chock the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the ve...

Page 325: ...on in REVERSE Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack Continued WARNING Continued Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack 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 ch...

Page 326: ...tructions for this vehicle 1 Loosen but do not remove the wheel lug bolts with the wrench handle 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 Jack Warning Label Jacking Locations 324 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 327: ...NOTE Place the jack underneath the jack engagement location that is closest to the flat tire Jack Engaged To Body Flange Front Jacking Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 325 ...

Page 328: ...rushed 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 3 Turn the handle on the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged in the described loca tion Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged Rear Jacking Location 326 WHAT TO D...

Page 329: ...o the right until the tire just clears the surface and enough clear ance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability Front Jacking Location Engaged Rear Jacking Location Engaged 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 ...

Page 330: ...ff Then pull the wheel off the hub 6 Install the spare tire Lightly tighten the wheel lug bolts using the bolt install wrench CAUTION Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly WARNING To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowe...

Page 331: ...er bracket is sold separately through the dealer The plastic fin must be directed downwards and perfectly coincide with the flange cut part fit the bracket in the adapter fold the bracket up and secure it to the adapter with the fastening knob Position the tire verti cally and lay the mounted adapter on the inner part of the rim using the supplied bolts fasten the wheel to the adapter using the bo...

Page 332: ...Adapter Spacer 1 Adapter 2 Plastic Spacer Adapter Bracket 1 Adapter 2 Fastening Knob 330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 333: ...ed Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1 Mount the road tire on the axle 2 To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers install two wheel bolts on the wheel Install the wheel bolts with the threaded end of the bolt toward the wheel Lightly tighten the wheel bolts Alloy Wheel Mounting 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 ...

Page 334: ...id the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the wheel bolts fully until the vehicle has been lowered Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury 5 Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 6 Finish tightening the wheel bolts Push down on the wrench while holding at the end of the handle for increased leverage Tighten the wheel b...

Page 335: ...this section carefully NOTE When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer s operating instructions and precautions 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 WARNING Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is froze...

Page 336: ...could make an inadvertent electrical contact You could be seriously injured Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri...

Page 337: ...e to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle Connecting The Jumper Cables 1 Connect the positive end of the jumper cable to the positive post of the discharged vehicle 2 Connect the opposite end of the positive jumper cable to the positive post of the booster battery 3 Connect the negative end of the jumper cable to the...

Page 338: ...cables in the reverse sequence Disconnecting The Jumper Cables 1 Disconnect the negative end of the jumper cable from the engine ground of the vehicle with the dis charged battery 2 Disconnect the opposite end of the negative jumper cable from the negative post of the booster battery 3 Disconnect the positive end of the jumper cable from the positive post of the booster battery 4 Disconnect the op...

Page 339: ...henever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for more than 2 seconds you must push the brake pedal to engage DRIVE or REVERSE 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 t...

Page 340: ...ng WARNING Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage or even failure of the axle and tires A tire could Continued WARNING Continued explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehi cle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop ping when you are stuck And do not let anyone near a spinning wheel...

Page 341: ...afety chains is mandatory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated 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 position If the ignition key is unavailable or the vehicle s battery is discharg...

Page 342: ...sing a towing dolly or wheel lift equipment with the front wheels raised CAUTION 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 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be moved out of the PARK position you can use the following pro...

Page 343: ...sembly then push and hold the override release lever down While still holding down the override release lever move the gear selector to the NEUTRAL position the shift knob button must be pushed normally to move the lever 6 The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL 7 Reinstall the gear selector boot Gear Selector Boot Location Gear Selector Override Access Hole 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 341 ...

Page 344: ...ag if equipped or on the left side in the cargo box 3 Unlock the steering column pull the tilt telescoping control handle down 4 Pull the steering wheel outward until it is in the end of the travel position then lock the steering column in position push the control handle up until fully en gaged 5 Using the Allen key undo the lower steering column cover screws and remove the lower cover 6 Pull the...

Page 345: ...ve the reinstall procedure carried out If you would like to proceed in performing the reinstall procedure special attention must be paid to the correct coupling of the clips Otherwise damage to the cover or noise might be heard due to incorrect fastening of the lower cover Release Tab Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 343 ...

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Page 347: ...Message 349 䡵 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS 350 䡵 REPLACEMENT PARTS 351 䡵 DEALER SERVICE 351 䡵 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 352 Engine Oil 353 Engine Oil Filter 356 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 356 Maintenance Free Battery 357 Air Conditioner Maintenance 358 Body Lubrication 359 Windshield Wiper Blades 360 Adding Washer Fluid 361 Exhaust System 362 Cooling System 364 7 ...

Page 348: ...EHICLE STORAGE 389 䡵 REPLACEMENT BULBS 390 䡵 BULB REPLACEMENT 391 Headlamps 391 Front Turn Signal Lamps 392 Parking And Daytime Running Lights 392 Front Rear Side Marker Lamps 392 Rear Tail Stop Backup And Turn Signal Lamps 392 Third Brake Light Center Mount 393 License Plate Lights 393 䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES 394 䡵 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 395 Engine 395 Chassis 397 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEH...

Page 349: ...r Cleaner Filter 5 Power Distribution Center Fuses 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 Oil Fill Cap 7 Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 Engine Oil Dipstick 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 ...

Page 350: ...making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed If the MIL is flashing while the e...

Page 351: ...information refer to Cybersecurity in the Understanding Your Instrument Panel section Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose improperly installed or damaged a Check fuel cap message will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Un derstanding Your Instru...

Page 352: ... ment If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I M test your vehicle may fail the test Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test which you can use prior to going to the test station To check if your vehicle s OBD II system is ready you must do the following 1 Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position but do not crank or start the engine NOTE If you crank or start the e...

Page 353: ...s 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 genuine MOPAR parts for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommend...

Page 354: ...Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed Maintenance Schedule there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the future CAUTION Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per form repairs and service when necessary could result in more costly repairs damage to other components or negatively impact vehicle perfor mance Immediately have potential malfunction...

Page 355: ...ngine is shut off Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings There are three possible dipstick types Crosshatched zone Crosshatched zone marked SAFE Crosshatched zone marked with MIN at the low end of the range and MAX at the high end of the range NOTE Always maintain the oil level within the cross hatch markings on the dipstick Adding...

Page 356: ... generally only a concern for fleet customers Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer only recommends 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...

Page 357: ...ine Compart ment in this section Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom mended oil quality requirements are met and the recom mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed Synthetic engine oils which do not ha...

Page 358: ...ilter Use a filter of this type for replacement The quality of replacement filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR engine oil filters are high quality oil filters and are recommended Engine Air Cleaner Filter Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals NOTE Be sure to follow the Sever Duty Conditions mai...

Page 359: ...nce required WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area imme diately with large amounts of water Refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies for further information Battery gas ...

Page 360: ...rviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode injuring you Other un...

Page 361: ...covery And Recycling R 1234yf If Equipped R 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoole fine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental Protec tion Agency and is an ozone saving product with a low GWP Global Warming Potential However the manu facturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipme...

Page 362: ...ponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner This will remove accumula tions 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 ice from the windshield Keep the blade rubber out of contac...

Page 363: ...ntact with the windshield 6 Bring the blade to the initial rest position turning the ignition to MAR ON NOTE Do not operate the screen wiper with the blades lifted from the windshield Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent not r...

Page 364: ... vehicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex haust system and adjacent body areas for broken dam aged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition have the exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required WARNING...

Page 365: ...ter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition Continued CAUTION Continued In the event of engine malfunction particularly involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance have your vehicle serviced promptly Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and ve...

Page 366: ...emoved such as when diagnostic testing or for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating conditions Cooling System WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure...

Page 367: ...ti freeze will begin to drain from the coolant recovery bottle DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT Cooling System Drain Flush And Refill NOTE Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant properly Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to severe internal engine damage If any coolant is needed to be added to the system please contact your local auth...

Page 368: ...ne or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional Continued CAUTION Continued rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the engine coolant and may plug the radiator This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze Use of propylene glycol based engine coolant an tifreeze is not recommended Addin...

Page 369: ...assistance Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion ized water when mixing the water engine coolant antifreeze solution The use of lower quality water 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 ...

Page 370: ...ot open hot engine cooling system Never add engine coolant antifreeze when the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle Personal ...

Page 371: ...ing temperature is satisfactory the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month When additional engine coolant antifreeze is needed to maintain the proper level only OAT coolant that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 90032 should be added to the coolant bottle Do not overfill Points To Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles kilometers of operation you may...

Page 372: ...are not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation If replacement is ever necessary install ONLY the correct type thermostat Other designs may result in unsatisfactory engine coolant antifreeze performance poor gas mileage and increased ...

Page 373: ...pads are replaced However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Re fer to Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Using ...

Page 374: ...te the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure This could result in a collision Power Steering Fluid Check the fluid level with the vehicle on flat ground and engine cold Fluid should be between MIN and MAX references on the reservoir body The level may go over the MAX line when oil is hot If topping off is required make sure the oil you use is ...

Page 375: ...uld be used CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration Continued CAUTION Continued in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Refer to Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts in this section for fluid specifications Special Additives The manufacturer strongly recommends against using any special additives in the transm...

Page 376: ...r authorized dealer immediately to have the transmission fluid level checked Operating the ve hicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission damage CAUTION If a transmission fluid leak occurs visit your autho rized dealer immediately Severe transmission dam age may occur Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately Fluid And Filter Changes Unde...

Page 377: ...e an adverse effect on paint metal trim and under body protection The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes are Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation Sto...

Page 378: ...shers exceeding 1 200 psi 8 274 kPa can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Special Care If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once a month It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and open If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint touch the...

Page 379: ...ve brake dust use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners abrasives or polishing compounds They will perma nently damage this finish and such damage is not cov ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty USE ONLY MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH Used on a regular basis this is all that is required to maintain thi...

Page 380: ...terior Care Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery MOPAR Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery 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 ...

Page 381: ...l based and or Keton based cleaning products to clean leather seats as damage to the seat may result Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog lights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone break age than glass headlights Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed To minimize the possibili...

Page 382: ...front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic When cleaning the lenses care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic 1 Clean with a wet soft cloth A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp cloth 2 Dry with a soft cloth Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts w...

Page 383: ... rating as the original fuse Never replace a fuse with another Continued WARNING Continued fuse of higher amp rating Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material Failure to use proper fuses may result in serious personal injury fire and or property damage Before replacing a fuse make sure that the ignition is off and that all the other services are switched off and or disengag...

Page 384: ...side of the engine compartment next to the battery To access the fuses remove fasteners and remove the cover The ID number of the electrical component correspond ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover Front Distribution Unit 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 385: ... Second 12 Volt IP Outlet F03 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Switch F04 40 Amp Orange BSM System Module F06 30 Amp Green Radiator Fan Low Speed F07 40 Amp Orange Radiator Fan High Speed F08 40 Amp Orange Blower Motor F10 10 Amp Red Horn F11 10 Amp Red Secondary Loads ECM F14 15 Amp Blue High Beam F16 5 Amp Tan ECM and Transmission Shifter F17 25 Amp Clear ECM Power Loads 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 ...

Page 386: ...2 10 Amp Red Primary ECM Loads F23 20 Amp Yellow BSM System F24 5 Amp Tan BSM System Positive Key and Steering Angle Sensor F30 15 Amp Blue Fog Lamp F83 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump F84 15 Amp Blue AT Module F85 20 Amp Yellow Rear Power Outlet 12V F86 30 Amp Green IP Power Outlet 12V F87 5 Amp Tan IBS F88 7 5 Amp Brown External Mirror Defrost 384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 387: ...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 Cover 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 ...

Page 388: ...Fuse Panel Cavity Locations 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 389: ...Washer Pump F48 20 Amp Yellow Passenger Power Windows F50 7 5 Amp Brown KL 15 15 Air Bag F51 7 5 Amp Brown KL 15 15 External Mirror Ad justment Command HVAC RVC HWB Coils F37 5 Amp Beige KL 15 15 Brake Pedal Switch N O IPC Brake Pedal Switch N C F49 5 Amp Beige KL 15 15 PAM CSS Lighting ECM Backlighting TTM F31 5 Amp Beige KL 15a INT A HWB MCO 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 ...

Page 390: ...Description F47 20 Amp Yellow Driver Power Windows Central Unit Fuse Panel The central power fuse panel is located on the driver s side under the instrument panel Fuse Panel Cover Fuse Panel 388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 391: ...ur vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take these steps to protect your battery Disconnect the negative cable from the battery Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service 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 th...

Page 392: ...age Lamp C5W Exterior Bulbs Lamps Bulb Number Front Low Beam Headlamp H11 Front High Beam Headlamps HB3 Front Side Marker Lamps LED See your authorized dealer Front Parking Daytime Running Lamps W21W Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Rear Stop Lamp P21W Rear Turn Signal Lamps PY21W 390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 393: ...r refer to the applicable Service Manual BULB REPLACEMENT NOTE Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo spheric conditions This will usually clear as atmospheric conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapor Turning the lamps on will usually accelerate the clearing process Headlamps To change the bulb proceed as follows 1 Remove the plastic cap from the back of the headl...

Page 394: ... 1 Remove the cap from the back of the outer lower headlamp housing 2 Rotate the bulb counter clockwise and remove 3 Install the bulb into socket and rotate bulb socket clockwise into lamp locking it in place 4 Reinstall the plastic cap Front Rear Side Marker Lamps To change the bulb proceed as follows The front rear side marker lamps are LED and not serviced separately See your authorized dealer ...

Page 395: ...tening screws and extract the cluster 2 For versions with swing doors remove rubber plugs remove retaining tabs and extract the cluster 3 For versions with high roof and swing doors remove the pressure fit plastic guard and rubber cap using a screwdriver release the retaining tags as shown in the figure and remove the unit 4 Remove the appropriate tabs and remove the bulb holder 5 Remove the snap ...

Page 396: ...ine Oil With Filter 2 4 Liter Engine SAE 0W 20 API Certified 5 5 Quarts 5 2 Liters Cooling System 2 4 Liter Engine MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula 7 2 Quarts 6 8 Liters Includes heater and coolant reservoir filled to MAX level 394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 397: ...l Standard MS 90032 Engine Oil 2 4L Engine We recommend you use SAE 0W 20 API Certified Engine Oil meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS 6395 such as MOPAR Pennzoil and Shell Helix Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a MOPAR Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs 2 4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs Fuel Selection 2 4...

Page 398: ... into the cooling system in an emergency the cooling system will need to be drained flushed and refilled with fresh OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 by an au thorized dealer as soon as possible Continued CAUTION Continued 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 rad...

Page 399: ...Transmission Fluid or equivalent Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 4 Power Steering Reservoir Use Pentosin CHF 11S power steering fluid meeting FCA Material Standard MS 11655 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 ...

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Page 401: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 400 Maintenance Chart 402 8 ...

Page 402: ... next 500 miles 805 km Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Oil Change Reset in Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further in ...

Page 403: ...ce Intervals Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System Change oil and filter Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregu lar wear even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required Inspect brake pa...

Page 404: ...0 208 000 224 000 240 000 Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints X X X X X X X Inspect front suspension boot seals tie rod ends and replace if necessary X X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings parking brake function X X X X X X X Inspect front accessory drive belt tensioner idler pulley and replace if necessary X Additional Maintenance Replace engine air cleaner filter X X X X X Replace air ...

Page 405: ...208 000 224 000 240 000 Change brake fluid every two years X X X X X X X Replace spark plugs X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever comes first X X Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary X Change engine air filter every 10 000 miles 16 000 km if operated in dusty and off road environment The spark plug change interval is mileage based only year...

Page 406: ...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 Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve hicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 404 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...

Page 407: ...SSISTANCE 407 FCA USA LLC Customer Center 408 FCA Canada Inc Customer Center 408 In Mexico Contact 409 Puerto Rico And U S Virgin Islands 409 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 409 Service Contract 409 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION 411 䡵 MOPAR PARTS 411 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 411 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 411 In Canada 412 䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 412 9 ...

Page 408: ...䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 413 Treadwear 414 Traction Grades 414 Temperature Grades 415 406 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

Page 409: ...ests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and...

Page 410: ...ssistance If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the con cern you may contact the manufacturer s customer center Any communication to the manufacturer s customer cen ter should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealer name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage FCA USA LLC Customer Cente...

Page 411: ...Deaf equipment at its customer center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada For TTY teletypewriter users dial 711 and fo...

Page 412: ...rvice after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires please refer to the contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased the vehicle An authorized dealer has also made a major investment in facilities tools and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience ...

Page 413: ...rm the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying the manufacturer If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To cont...

Page 414: ...ervice Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor mation that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing troubleshooting problem solving maintain ing servicing and repairing FCA US LLC vehicles A complete working knowledge of the vehicle system and or components is written in straightforward lan guage with illustrations diagrams and charts Diagnostic Procedure Manu...

Page 415: ...38 U S 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the Worldwide Web at www techauthority com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration The specific grade rating assigned by the tire s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle All passenger ...

Page 416: ...to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road charac teristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor mance W...

Page 417: ... to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloa...

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Page 420: ... Maintenance 59 Air Cleaner Engine Engine Air Cleaner Filter 356 Air Conditioner Maintenance 358 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 358 359 Air Conditioning System 358 Air Filter 356 Air Pressure Tires 264 Air Recirculation 208 Alarm Security Alarm 16 Alarm System Security Alarm 16 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 365 394 Disposal 368 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 243 Appearanc...

Page 421: ... Mechanism Lubrication 359 B Pillar Location 258 Brake Assist System 244 Brake Fluid 397 Brake Parking 240 Brake System 242 370 Anti Lock ABS 243 Fluid Check 371 397 Master Cylinder 371 Parking 240 Warning Light 160 Brake Transmission Interlock 226 Bulb Replacement 390 391 Bulbs Light 90 390 Camera Rear 130 Capacities Fluid 394 Caps Filler Fuel 287 Oil Engine 347 355 Power Steering 239 Radiator Co...

Page 422: ...hild Restraints 64 Cigar Lighter 135 Clean Air Gasoline 283 Cleaning Wheels 377 Climate Control 205 Manual 205 Cold Weather Operation 222 Compact Spare Tire 270 Contract Service 409 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 368 Cooling System 364 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 366 Coolant Capacity 394 Coolant Level 369 Disposal Of Used Coolant 368 Drain Flush And Refill 365 Inspection 364 369 Points To Remembe...

Page 423: ...ocks 20 Doors 20 Driving Through Flowing Rising Or Shallow Standing Water 236 Electrical Outlet Auxiliary Power Outlet 132 Electric Rear Window Defrost 141 Electric Remote Mirrors 98 Electronic Brake Control System 243 Brake Assist System 244 Electronic Range Select ERS 234 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 251 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 120 Electronic Stability Control ESC 246 Electroni...

Page 424: ...ion 87 286 Fails To Start 223 Flooded Starting 223 Fuel Requirements 282 Jump Starting 333 Oil 353 394 395 Oil Filler Cap 347 355 Oil Filter 356 Oil Selection 354 394 Oil Synthetic 355 Overheating 309 Starting 221 Engine Oil Viscosity 355 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart 355 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 57 Ethanol 283 Event Data Recorder 60 Exhaust Gas Caution 87 286 Exhaust System 87 362 Exterior...

Page 425: ...5 170 Four Way Hazard Flasher 309 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 337 Fuel 282 Additives 285 Clean Air 283 Ethanol 283 Filler Cap Gas Cap 287 Gasoline 282 Light 163 Materials Added 285 Methanol 283 Octane Rating 282 395 Requirements 282 Specifications 395 Tank Capacity 394 Fuses 381 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 287 349 Gasoline Clean Air 283 Gasoline Fuel 282 Gasoline Reformulated 283 Gear Ranges 228 Gear Sele...

Page 426: ...ts 105 Heated Mirrors 141 Heated Seats 104 Heater Engine Block 223 Hill Start Assist 245 Hitches Trailer Towing 294 Holder Cup 135 Hood Release 109 Ignition 12 Key 12 Ignition Key Removal 12 Immobilizer Sentry Key 14 Inside Rearview Mirror 96 Instrument Cluster 149 152 173 Instrument Panel And Controls 148 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 380 Interior Appearance Care 378 Introduction 4 iPod Control ...

Page 427: ...rake Assist Warning 248 Brake Warning 160 Bulb Replacement 391 Cruise 175 Engine Temperature Warning 152 Exterior 90 Fog 170 Hazard Warning Flasher 309 Low Fuel 163 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 169 Park 114 174 Passing 113 Seat Belt Reminder 155 Service 391 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 165 Traction Control 248 Turn Signal 90 173 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 152 173 Loading Vehicle...

Page 428: ...xterior Folding 97 Outside 96 Rearview 96 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 276 MOPAR Parts 351 411 MTBE ETBE 283 Multi Function Control Lever 112 New Vehicle Break In Period 85 Occupant Restraints 31 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 282 395 Oil Change Indicator 186 Oil Change Indicator Reset 186 Oil Engine 353 395 Capacity 394 Change Interval 354 Checking 353 Dipstick 35...

Page 429: ...Operator Manual 4 412 Paint Care 375 Parking Brake 240 ParkSense System Rear 124 Passing Light 113 Personal Settings 191 Pets 85 Placard Tire And Loading Information 259 Power Mirrors 98 Steering 238 239 Windows 25 Pregnant Women And Seat Belts 43 Preparation For Jacking 322 Pretensioners Seat Belts 43 Radial Ply Tires 266 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 368 Radio Frequency General Information 1...

Page 430: ...Inside Vehicle 88 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 90 Safety Defects Reporting 411 Safety Exhaust Gas 87 Safety Information Tire 252 Safety Tips 86 Schedule Maintenance 400 Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage 41 Automatic Locking Retractor ALR 44 Energy Management Feature 44 Lap Shoulder Belt Operation 38 Lap Shoulder Belts 35 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting 40 Pregnant Women 43 Seat Belt...

Page 431: ...ifreeze 395 Sentry Key Immobilizer 14 Service Assistance 407 Service Contract 409 Service Manuals 412 Shifting Automatic Transmission 226 Shift Lever Override 340 Shoulder Belts 35 Signals Turn 90 173 Snow Chains Tire Chains 275 Snow Tires 268 Spare Tire 269 270 271 Spark Plugs 395 Specifications Fuel Gasoline 395 Oil 395 Speed Control Accel Decel 123 Speed Control Cruise Control 120 Starting 221 ...

Page 432: ...Hooks Cargo 137 Tilt Steering Column 119 Tire And Loading Information Placard 258 259 Tire Markings 252 Tires 90 263 269 413 Aging Life Of Tires 273 Air Pressure 263 Chains 275 Compact Spare 270 General Information 263 269 High Speed 266 Inflation Pressures 264 Life Of Tires 273 Load Capacity 258 260 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 276 Pressure Warning Light 165 Quality Grading 413 Radial 266 Replace...

Page 433: ...tem Tips 303 Hitches 294 Minimum Requirements 297 Tips 302 Trailer And Tongue Weight 296 Wiring 300 Trailer Towing Guide 296 Trailer Weight 296 Transaxle Automatic 12 221 Transmission 226 Automatic 224 226 373 Maintenance 373 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 19 Transporting Pets 85 Tread Wear Indicators 272 Turn Signals 173 Uconnect Voice Command 210 Uniform Tire Quality Grades 413...

Page 434: ...ings And Cautions 6 Warranty Information 411 Washers Windshield 116 361 Washing Vehicle 375 Water Driving Through 236 Wheel And Wheel Trim 377 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care 377 Wind Buffeting 27 Windows 25 Power 25 Windshield Defroster 89 207 Windshield Washers 116 361 Fluid 361 Windshield Wiper Blades 360 Windshield Wipers 116 Wiper Blade Replacement 360 Wrecker Towing 338 432 INDEX ...

Page 435: ...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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