2012 200 Convertible 2012 OWNER’S MANUAL Chrysler Group LLC 12C27-126-AA 905626 Chry 200 conv OM cover.indd 1 First Edition 200 Convertible Printed in U.S.A.
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore. DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle.
SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6 䡵 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 䡵 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various customer-oriented documents.
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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ To Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 䡵 Illuminated Entry — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 20 䡵 Sentry Key威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 䡵 Trunk Safety Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . 26 ▫ Trunk Internal Emergency Release . . . . . . . . . 39 ▫ Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 䡵 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . 56 䡵 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 ▫ Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 ▫ Transporting Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 ▫ Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer. Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. You can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with either side up.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: Ignition Key Removal Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to • If you try to remove the key before you place the shift the ACC position, push the key slightly inward, rotate the lever into PARK, the key may become trapped tempokey to the LOCK position, and remove the key. rarily in the ignition switch lock cylinder. If this occurs, place the shift lever in PARK, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described.
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is programmable.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid key to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. CAUTION! The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system is not compatible with some after-market remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Pro- three seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn gramming procedure. This procedure consists of pro- the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the gramming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank first key. key is one which has never been programmed. 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The new Sentry Key威 is programmed. The Remote • This device must accept any interference that may be Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be proreceived, including interference that may cause undegrammed during this procedure. sired operation. Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Rearming The System If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself. To Arm The System Security Alarm is arming.
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. • The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during trunk entry. Pressing the trunk button will not disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. If someone enters the vehicle through the trunk and opens any door, the alarm will sound.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 The interior lights will fade to off after approximately NOTE: 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the • The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects when using the RKE transmitter. ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN from the OFF position.. • Inserting the key into the ignition switch disables all buttons on the RKE transmitter.
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice to unlock both doors. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The Illuminated Entry system (if equipped) will also turn on.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UN- 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed LOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm RKE transmitter for at least four seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button System. while still holding the UNLOCK button. Flash Lights With Lock The feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when 2. Release both buttons at the same time.
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Approach — If Equipped This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- To Unlatch The Trunk ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times to unlatch the trunk. ignition in the LOCK position and the key removed. 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to Using The Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold its previous setting.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key威 “Customer Key Programming.” If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, contact your authorized dealer for details. Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the or CB radios. following conditions: REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve2.
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: • Shift lever in PARK • Doors closed • Hood closed • Trunk closed • Hazard switch off • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) • Ignition key removed from ignition switch • Battery at an acceptable charge level, and • RKE PANIC button not pressed • System not disabled from previous remote start event • Vehicle theft alarm not active WARNING! • Do
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar • Remote Start Aborted — Trunk Ajar • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low • Remote Start Aborted — System Fault The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned to the RUN position. To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds. The parking lights will flash and the horn will chirp twice (if programmed).
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The DOOR LOCKS Vehicle Manual Door Locks Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle. trim panel downward. To unlock each door, pull the NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system inside door handle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks A door lock switch is located on the driver and passenger door trim panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors. Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer. Please see your authorized dealer for service.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 5. The doors were not previously unlocked. 6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h). 3. Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors. 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the Auto Unlock Door On Exit Programming programming.
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The window controls will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN or ACC position, and when the accessory delay feature is active. WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door trim panel operate the door windows and the rear quarter windows.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Smart Glass Feature The door window will lower slightly if the window is fully up when opening the door. The window will return to its full up position after closing the door. This action allows the door to open without resistance and prevents window and top seal damage. Auto Window Down — If Equipped The front window controls on the driver and passenger door trim panels have an Auto-Down feature. These switches are labeled AUTO to indicate this capability.
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To reactivate the window Smart Glass Feature, perform button (setting it in the down position). To enable the window control, press and release the window LOCK the following steps after vehicle power is restored. button again (setting it in the up position). 1. Lowering all four windows to the full open position. 2. Press and hold the Power Top Switch in the Close direction. Once the Power Top becomes fully closed, all four windows will start closing. 3.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 The trunk release button on the dash will be disabled if the vehicle is locked by pressing the power door lock switch or by pressing the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the TRUNK SAFETY WARNING word “dECK” will display in the odometer indicating the WARNING! trunk is open. The odometer display will reappear once the trunk is closed or if the trip button is pressed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Trunk Internal Emergency Release As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism.
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passenger all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat • Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) located on top of the front seats (integrated into the head Please pay close attention to the information in this section.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow risk of harm from a deploying air bag: children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. 1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat.
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door. 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided under ⴖIf You Need Assistanceⴖ. WARNING! • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home 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.
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly.
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision. • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt may not protect you properly. In a collision, it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight.
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE additional information, refer to “Installing Child ReLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ straints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child Restraints” section. The chart below defines the type of shoulder belt. feature for each seating position. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the Driver Center Passenger anchor point. First Row N/A N/A ALR 2.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. latch plate into the buckle until you hear a ⬙click.⬙ 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If the entire belt is extracted. Equipped In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- 3.
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual. • Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require worn snugly and positioned properly. the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy.
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Active Head Restraints (AHR) may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact. However if during a front impact, a secondary rear impact occurs, the AHR may deploy based on the severity and type of the impact.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 CAUTION! 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. All occupants, including the driver, should not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision. NOTE: For more information on properly adjusting and positioning the head restraint, refer to “Adjusting Active Head Restraints” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”.
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints into the back decorative plastic half. checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer. Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert姞) BeltAlert威 is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert威) to fasten their seat belts. The feature is active whenever the ignition is on.
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts are fastened. The driver should instruct all other occupants to fasten their seat belts. If a front seat belt is unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), BeltAlert威 will provide both audio and visual notification.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough. When it is not required, remove the extender, and store it. 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 glove compartment.
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: These air bags are certified to the new Federal protection for an occupant during a side impact. The regulations for Advanced Air Bags. SABs are located in the outboard side of the front seats. The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator NOTE: design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 • Driver Advanced Front Air Bag • Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag • Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) • Front and Side Impact Sensors • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, and Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags.
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers or attempt to open them manually. You may damage the air bags and you could be injured because the air bags may no longer be functional. The protective covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating. • Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 WARNING! Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the side air bags; the performance could be adversely affected and/or objects could be pushed into you, causing serious injury. Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle.
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce substantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions. On the other hand, depending on the type and location of impact, Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instrument cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is noted that could affect the air bag system. The diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction. WARNING! Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the air bags to protect you in a collision.
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) Inflator Units The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) are designed to activate only in certain side collisions. Front And Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the ORC in determining appropriate response to impact events.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • Unlock the doors automatically. In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System functions after an event, the ignition switch must be changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF. floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately.
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and the front seat belt retractor assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer immediately. Also, have the Occupant Restraint Controller System serviced as well. Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! • Modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air bag system service. If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way (including removal or loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized dealer.
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper air bag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 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 equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the Infants And Child Restraints Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- LATCH child restraint anchor system. Refer to “Lower facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”. they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear WARNING! facing child safety seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. allowed by the child seat. These child seats are also held • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH as possible. child restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower An• Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or chors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”.
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. • A rearward-facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 • Carefully follow the instructions that come with the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH. The LATCH system provides not work when you need it. for the installation of the child restraint without using the • All passenger seating positions contain automatic vehicle’s seat belts.
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat LATCH Anchors Child restraints systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorage, have been available for some time. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers will provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older products. Tether anchorage kits are also available for most older vehicles.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantage Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint of all of the available attachments provided with your System We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the child restraint in any vehicle. manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to child restraint systems will be installed as described here.
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE tether anchors are underneath access covers in the carpet the access cover on the carpet covering the back of the covering the back of the seat where you see this symbol. seat and attach the tether strap hook to the anchor. Be careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with path between the anchor and the child restraint.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are ratcheting noise if you extract the entire belt from the not toys and should not be played with, and never leave retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the your child unattended in the vehicle. retractor. For additional information on ALR, refer to “Automatic Locking Mode”.
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. As the belt • If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and retracts, you will hear a ratcheting sound. This indicates pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode. the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle 2. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap again.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 4. Open the access cover (C) on the carpet covering the back of the seat and attach the tether strap hook (D) to the anchor. 2 Child Tether Access Port Cover 3. Push the tether strap and hook (B) through the access port and down into the trunk. Child Tether Anchor NOTE: Route the tether strap to provide the most direct 5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child path from the child seat to the anchor. restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Transporting Pets Air Bags deploying 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 CAUTION! WARNING! Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to Seat Belts feel the air directed against the windshield. See your Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, authorized dealer for service if your defroster is frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced inoperable. immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always make sure that floor mats are properly attached to the floor mat fasteners. • Never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and interfering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle. • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top of already installed floor mats.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline Tires fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects located and corrected immediately. lodged in the tread or sidewall.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Convertible Top Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 ▫ Power Convertible Top Usage Precautions . . . . 92 ▫ Cargo Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 ▫ Power Convertible Top Controls . . . . . . . . . . . 98 ▫ Lowering The Power Convertible Top . . . . . . . 99 ▫ Raising The Power Convertible Top . . . . . . . 100 ▫ Wind Stop — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 114 䡵 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 ▫ Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 ▫ Power Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 ▫ Phone Call Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 ▫ Uconnect™ Phone Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 ▫ Recliner Adjustment .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 ▫ Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 ▫ Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped . . . . . . 163 ▫ Intermittent Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 ▫ Mist Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 ▫ Instrument Panel Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 ▫ Headlights With Wipers (Available With Auto Headlights Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 176 䡵 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 ▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink威 . 177 ▫ Front Seat Cupholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 ▫ Programming A Rolling Code . . . . . . . . . . . 178 ▫ Rear Seat Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 ▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code . . . . . . . . 180 䡵 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew on the top material: • Avoid high-pressure car washes, as they can damage the top material. Also, increased water pressure may force water past the weather strips. • Remove any standing water from the top and dry the surface before opening it.
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When operating the power convertible top, the trunk lid will pivot at the rear of the vehicle, swing open by the rear window, and then pivot backward. This allows room for the top to retract into or unfold from its stowage area in the trunk. Spring-loaded flipper doors, which provide clearance for the linkage, close off notches in the quarter trim panels when the top is down.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 • The Power Top Control Module (PTCM) monitors and controls lowering and raising of the top. A series of micro-switches verify that operations are complete before allowing the next stage of lowering or raising operation. • Opening and closing the top consecutively without the engine running may run the battery down.
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) Before operating the power top: • Always check on top of the tonneau cover area to be sure that it is clear of debris or other items. • Make sure the ambient temperature is above 0°F (-18°C). • Never attempt to lower a frozen convertible top. Wait until the top is thawed before lowering it into the stowage compartment. Lowering a cloth top at temperatures below 32°F (0°C) should be avoided.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not operate the power top with the hydraulic pump valve open. • Do not allow the top to remain in the suspended position. After approximately 10 minutes in the suspended position, the hydraulic pressure will release, which will allow the top and the trunk lid to lower. Pressing the power top switch will cancel this operation. • Always use a normal ice scraper to remove snow or ice from the rear window.
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you: • Before operating the power top, make sure that no moving parts of the convertible top can injure a person or animal. • Never place any extremities (hands, feet, etc.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Cargo Shield The cargo shield is located in the trunk. Before lowering the convertible top, you must unfold the cargo shield and seat the tabs at each end of the cargo shield in the V slots in the trunk liner. Doing so closes a switch that allows top operation. If the switch is not closed, a warning message displays in the instrument cluster to notify the driver. CAUTION! Do NOT place items on top of the cargo shield.
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Positioning The Cargo Shield For Cargo Storage To maximize the storage space in the trunk, the cargo shield can be stowed in the forward portion of the trunk. To stow the cargo shield, grasp the handle of the upright panel of the cargo shield, lifting the pins out of the V slots in the trunk trim. Continue folding the upright panel forward onto the horizontal panel, then grasp both panels and lift them to the forward, upright position in the trunk.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 There is also a power top button on the Remote Keyless Lowering the Power Convertible Top Entry (RKE) transmitter for remotely lowering the power Using The Power Top Switch convertible top. NOTE: The power top switch will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or ACC position and when in the power accessory delay. There are two Top Down switch positions. Press and hold the switch to the first detent.
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Raising The Power Convertible Top NOTE: Steps 1 – 3 must be performed within five Using The Power Top Switch seconds. NOTE: The power top switch will operate when the 1. Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE ignition switch is turned to the ON or ACC position and when in the power accessory delay. transmitter.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Manually Closing the power convertible top manually is a complicated and physically demanding procedure, and it requires a special tool to do so. In the event that you experience a malfunction when operating the power convertible top: Wind Stop — If Equipped The Wind Stop installs in the backseat area of the vehicle. The Wind Stop will not interfere with power top operation. Therefore, it can remain installed when the top is up.
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The frames must lie flat on each other in order to 4. Pivot the small frame (1) away from the large frame (2) snap them together. until the pivot lock (3) engages to lock the two frames in an L shape.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 5. Unfold both stems at the rear of the large frame. 6. Align and insert the stems into the slot in each trim panel.
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7. Align the pins at the front of the large frame with the Removing And Storing The Wind Stop hole in each trim panel. Slide the pins outward until fully Reverse the installation procedure to remove, fold, and store the Wind Stop. However, note the following before extended into each hole. doing so: Disengage the pivot lock (1) to fold the small frame flat onto the large frame. Disengage the frame lock (2) to disconnect the small frame from the large frame.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 (EVIC) – if equipped, or in the Odometer for vehicles not Power Convertible Top Operation And Warning equipped with the EVIC.
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE EVIC Mes- EVIC Message sage〫 Display Time〫 SECURE 9 sec. CARGO SHIELD Odometer Message (< 5 mph [8 km/h])〫〫 SET CARGO SHIELD Odometer Message Display Time〫〫 Display Scrolls for 9 sec.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 EVIC Mes- EVIC Message sage〫 Display Time〫 SPEED 9 sec. TOO HIGH Odometer Message (< 5 mph [8 km/h])〫〫 SPEED TOO HIGH Odometer Message Display Time〫〫 Display Scrolls for 9 sec. Odometer Message (> 5 mph [8 km/h])〫〫 TOP TRUNK AJAR DECK Continuous DECK Continuous Odometer Message Display Time〫〫 6 sec.
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE EVIC Mes- EVIC Message sage〫 Display Time〫 CONVERT- 6 sec. IBLE TOP MALFUNCTION CONVERTIBLE TOP MALFUNCTION Odometer Message (< 5 mph [8 km/h])〫〫 TOP FAIL Until Fault TOP FAIL is No Longer Detected or Repaired Odometer Message Display Time〫〫 Display Scrolls for 6 Seconds Odometer Message (> 5 mph [8 km/h])〫〫 TOP Display TOP Scrolls until Fault is No Longer Detected or Repaired Odometer Message Display Time〫〫 6 sec.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 〫 If so equipped. 〫〫 For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC. 〫〫〫 The PTCM will lockout the power convertible top system if the vehicle charging system is malfunctioning, or the battery is run down, or the hydraulic pump is overheating. In addition, the system prohibits lowering the top when ambient temperature is at 0°F (-18°C) or lower and raising the top when ambient temperature is below -40°F (-40°C).
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Bypass Mode (To Raise The Top Only) This procedure is only to be used to raise the top when the top cannot be returned to the UP (raised) position by pressing the POWER TOP switch or is in a position in which the vehicle cannot be driven. Please follow these emergency bypass instructions to return the top to the UP (raised) position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. NOTE: This feature is disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse. 3 Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 3 Power Mirror Switch Mirror Directions After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same Heated Mirrors — If Equipped direction you want the mirror to move. When finished, These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear return the knob to the center “O” (Off) position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position. window defroster.
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vanity Mirror — If Equipped A vanity mirror is attached to the inside face of the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and flip the mirror cover upward. Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, invehicle communications system. Uconnect™ Phone allows you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone using simple voice commands (e.g., “Call” ѧ “Mike” ѧ “Work” or “Dial” ѧ “248-555-1212”).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • www.jeep.com/uconnect • or call 1–877–855–8400 Uconnect™ Phone allows you to transfer calls between the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s microphone for private conversation. system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or French languages.
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Button Actual button location may vary with the radio. The individual buttons are described in the “Operation” section. Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone menu structure. Voice commands are required after most Uconnect™ Phone prompts.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 example, you can use the compound form voice command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break the compound form command into two voice commands: “Phonebook” and “New Entry”. Please remember, the Uconnect™ Phone works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone, as if speaking to someone sitting a few feet/meters away from you. Voice Command Tree Refer to “Voice Tree” in this section.
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” and follow the audible prompts. • You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN), which you will later need to enter into your mobile phone. You can enter any four-digit PIN. You will not need to remember this PIN after the initial pairing process. phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the vehicle at the same time.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the phone number • The Uconnect™ system will confirm the name and and then dial. The number will appear in the display then dial the corresponding phone number, which of certain radios. may appear in the display of certain radios. Call By Saying A Name Add Names To Your Uconnect™ Phonebook • Press the NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. button to begin.
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry, if desired. Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect™ Phone automatically downloads names (text names) and number entries from your mobile phone’s • When prompted, recite the phone number for the phonebook.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest NOTE: downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail• Editing names in the phonebook is recommended able, the previously downloaded phonebook is availwhen the vehicle is not in motion. able for use. • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be • Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile deleted or edited.
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook to the main menu.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries List All Names In The Uconnect™ Phonebook • Press the • Press the button to begin. button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Phonebook Erase All”. “Phonebook List Names”.
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone. Check with your mobile service provider for the features that you have.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Conference Call Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer When two calls are in progress (one active and one on button until you hear a hold), press and hold the to “Conference Call” in this section. double beep indicating that the two calls have been Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold joined into one conference call.
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE on hold may not become active automatically. This is cell Call Continuation phone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the button until you hear a single beep. Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been and hold the switched to OFF. Call continuation functionality availRedial able on the vehicle can be any one of three types: • Press the button to begin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Uconnect™ Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: Language Selection To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is using: • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area. • Press the button to begin.
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may Towing Assistance not be applicable with the available mobile service and If you need towing assistance: area. • Press the button to begin. • If supported, this number may be programmable on • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say button and say some systems. To do this, press the “Towing Assistance”. “Setup”, followed by “Emergency”.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed by the word “Send”. For example, if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can Voice Mail Calling button and say, “3 7 4 6 # Send”.
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ tones over the phone. Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it). NOTE: • You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone • Press the button to begin. network configurations. This is normal.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone keypad and still use the Uconnect™ Phone (while dialing via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures). By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth威 mobile phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system. The Uconnect™ Phone will work the same as if you dial the number using Voice Command.
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE from your Uconnect™ Phone paired mobile phone to the • When prompted, say “List Phones”. button Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of and say “Transfer Call”. all paired mobile phones in order from the highest to Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The the lowest priority.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the Uconnect™ Phone will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near (approximately within 30 ft (9 m)) the vehicle. Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone Uconnect™ Phone Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the button and say “Uconnect™ Tutorial.
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button to Voice Command restore the factory setting or repeat the words and • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For provide at least 1⁄2 in (1 cm) gap between the overhead best results, the Voice Training session should be comconsole (if equipped) and the mirror.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). • Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- • Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing cents, the system may not always work for some.
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, • dry weather conditions, and • operation from the driver’s seat. SMS Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on your phone. Read Messages: • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness If you receive a new text message while your phone is to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and connected to Uconnect™ Phone, an announcement will not the Uconnect™ Phone.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 3. Where are you? Send Messages: You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send 4. I need more direction. a new message: 5. L O L • Press the button. 6. Why • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say 7. I love you “SMS Send” or “Send Message.” • You can either say the message you wish to send or say 8. Call me “List Messages.” There are 20 preset messages. 9. Call me later button while the To send a message, press the 10.
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 16. Can this wait? 17. Bye for now 18. When can we meet 19. Send number to call 20. Start without me Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop the system from announcing the new incoming messages. • Press the button. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Setup, SMS Incoming Message Announcement,” you will then be given a choice to change it.
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142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Primary zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all Voice Commands Alternate(s) Voice Commands Alternate(s) Primary call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Primary language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no other pair a phone phone pairing phonebook previous record again redial Voice Commands Alternate(s) pairing phone book Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call Uconnect™ Tutorial try again voice training work yes 3
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few When using this system, you should speak clearly and at seconds, the system will present you with a list of a normal speaking volume. options. The system will best recognize your speech if the winIf you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists dows are closed, and the heater/air conditioning fan is button, listen set to low. options, press the Voice Command for the beep, and say your command.
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing the Volume • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. • “Setup” (to switch to system setup) 2. Say a command (e.g., “Help”). Radio AM To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: 3.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Radio FM To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM”.
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) − “Delete” (to delete a memo) • “Delete All” (to delete all memos) • “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the recording, you may press the Voice Command Setup button to stop recording.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 In this mode, you may say the following commands: • “Language English” • “Language French” • “Language Spanish” • “Tutorial” • “Voice Training” Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recognizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect™ Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. button, say “System 1. Press the Voice Command Setup” and once you are in that menu then say “Voice Training.
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Power Seats Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat vehicle. near the floor. Use the switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat. WARNING! • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position is reached. Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull upward or push downward on the rear of the seat switch, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If HIGH-level heating is selected, the system automatically switches to LOW-level heating and turns one indiDo not place any article under any seat as it may cator light OFF after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation. It will turn the heater and the cause damage to the seat controls. remaining indicator light OFF after a maximum of 45 minutes of continuous operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time. • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 When returning the seat to its normal position, the Easy Entry System The Easy Entry lever is located on upper seat belt anchor memory feature restores the seat position and seatback cover. recline position to their current settings. On the driver seat, pull the lever upward to move the seatback forward. When returning the seatback to its normal position the memory feature restores the seatback recline position to its current setting.
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The head restraints for all occupants must be properly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a seat. Head restraints should never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head. 3 Push Button For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and rearward.
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Restraint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! Active Head Restraint (Tilted) NOTE: • The head restraints should only be removed by qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head restraints require removal, see your authorized dealer.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 WARNING! (Continued) • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo. To avoid accidental deployment of the Active Head Restraint ensure that all cargo is secured, as loose cargo could contact the Active Head Restraint during sudden stops. Failure to follow this warning could cause personal injury if the Active Head Restraint is deployed.
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and lift the second- Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open ary latch underneath the center front edge of the hood position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole and raise the hood. on the underside of the hood. Hood Safety Catch Hood Prop Rod Hole Location Before closing the hood, make sure to stow the prop rod in its proper location.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. lights, turn signal lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights and fog lights (if equipped). 3 WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights And Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent for parking light operation. Turn the end of the lever to the second detent for headlight operation. Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned to the LOCK position, a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver’s door is opened.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the multifunction lever is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The front turn signal lamps will turn on as Daytime Running Lights (DRL) whenever the ignition is ON, the engine is running, the headlight switch is off, the parking brake is released and the shift lever is in any position except PARK. NOTE: The Daytime Running Lights will flash when a turn signal is in operation and return to DRL mode when the turn signal is not operating.
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Interior Lights Two courtesy/reading lights are located in the bottom of the rearview mirror. You can turn these lights on and off from the switches in the mirror or from the dimmer control in the multifunction lever. These lights are also controlled automatically by the Illuminated Entry System. 3 Courtesy/Reading Light Switches A courtesy light is also found in the rear of the center console.
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Battery Saver Feature To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open. WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on the right side of the steering column.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 CAUTION! • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off. • Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position. If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles. WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with defroster before and during windshield washer use.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 column) is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. The Headlights with Wipers feature can be turned on or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — if equipped. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (CustomerProgrammable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the off position, the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles and then turn off. TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping lever is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the column in position, pull the lever upward until fully right side of the steering wheel. engaged. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. To Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The Cruise Indicator Light will turn off. The system should be turned off when not in use.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 decrease until the button is released. Release the button To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed button and release. Resume can be used at any speed will be established. above 20 mph (32 km/h). Pressing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 mph (2 km/h) decrease in set speed.
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so The HomeLink威 buttons, located on either the overhead it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three differControl. ent HomeLink威 channels. The HomeLink威 indicator is located above the center button. WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 For more efficient programming and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink威 system. Erase all channels before you begin programming. To erase the channels place the ignition in the ON/RUN position and press and hold the two outside HomeLink威 buttons (I and III) for up 20 seconds or until the red indicator flashes.
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manufactured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener. It is NOT the button that is normally used to open and close the door. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. Training The Garage Door Opener 1 — Door Opener 2 — Training Button 1.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink威 NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- step after the LEARN button has been pressed. ter button. 6. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi- HomeLink威 button twice (holding the button for two cator light. The Homelink威 indicator will flash slowly seconds each time).
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button until 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indithe indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not cator light. The Homelink威 indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after Homelink威 has received the frerelease the button. quency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release 3.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to time-out in the same manner. follow these steps: It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating of the garage 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button until door or gate motor.
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Watch for the HomeLink威 indicator to change flash Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 Button rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases. The garage door follow these steps: may open and close while you are programming. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink威 button 2.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Security Troubleshooting Tips It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威, here in your vehicle. are some of the most common solutions: To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for • Replace the battery in the original hand-held transmitter. 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note that all channels will be erased.
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are programming the universal transceiver. Do not program the transceiver if people, pets or other objects are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by Federal safety standards. This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two 12 Volt (13 Amp) electrical power outlets on this vehicle. Both of the power outlets are protected by a fuse. The instrument panel power outlet, located below the climate control knobs, has power available only when the ignition is ON. This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit.
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE A second power outlet is located inside the center con- NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR威 knob sole. and element must be used. CAUTION! Center Console The center console power outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting. • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle. • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting. • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more quickly.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 3 Front Cupholders Rear Seat Cupholders Cupholders for the rear seat occupants are located in the armrests. Each cupholder is capable of holding up to a 20 oz. (.5 L) bottle or can. Rear Seat Cupholder WARNING! If containers of hot liquid are place in the cupholder, they can spill when the door is closed, burning the occupants. Be careful when closing the doors to avoid injury.
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE CONSOLE FEATURES Glove Box Storage Compartment The glove box storage compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. To open the glove box, pull outward on the latch handle located on the front of the glove box. Storage The center console is located between the front driver and passenger seats. The center console armrest slides forward from design position to provide added user comfort.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 3 Center Console Center Console Storage Two separate storage compartments are also located The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen underneath the armrest. and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will hold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also contains a 12 Volt power outlet. The console’s front opening lid allows for easy access to these compartments.
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • A notch in the front of the console base allows for use of a cellular phone while it is plugged into the power outlet with the armrest latched down. CARGO AREA FEATURES The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 WARNING! (Continued) • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position) should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion. They could be seriously injured in a collision. Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system. • To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area.
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ski Pass-Through REAR WINDOW FEATURES There is a ski pass-through door located behind the rear Rear Window Defroster seat armrest that allows longer items, such as snow skis, The rear window defroster button is located on the to be stored in the rear cargo area. Lower the armrest and climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to pull downward on the latch to open the ski pass-through turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside door.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 ▫ EVIC Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 ▫ Compass Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 202 ▫ Average Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 䡵 Mini-Trip Computer — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 216 ▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) . . . . .
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 䡵 Setting The Analog Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 䡵 Media Center 230 (REQ) — AM/FM Stereo Radio And 6–Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX Jack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 ▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode . . . . . . 231 䡵 Media Center 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/ RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 ▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode . . . . . 260 ▫ Play Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 ▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 ▫ List Or Browse Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 ▫ Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) . . . . . . . . 282 ▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . . . . .
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 2 3 4 5 — Air Outlet — Side Window Demister Outlet — Instrument Cluster — Ignition Switch — Analog Clock 6 — Radio 7 — Passenger Airbag 8 — Glove Compartment 9 — Heated Seat Switch – If Equipped 10 — Hazard Switch 11 — Storage Compartment 12 — Climate Control 13 — Trunk Release Button 14 — Power Outlet
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature 1. Temperature Gauge control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperathe Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act ture.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting 5. Low Fuel Light When the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0 gal- Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. lons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and a 7. Air Bag Warning Light single chime will sound. This light will turn on for four to eight seconds NOTE: This light will remain on until a minimum of as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN.
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Occupant 10. Engine Temperature Warning Light Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your This light warns of an overheated engine condition. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the Vehicle” for further information. gauge approaches H , this indicator will illuminate 9. Oil Pressure Warning Light and a single chime will sound after reaching a set This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The threshold.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces11. Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, sary. including brake fluid level and parking brake WARNING! application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is dangerthe brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with ous. Part of the brake system may have failed.
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is NOTE: You must apply the brakes before shifting from detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light PARK. inspected by an authorized dealer. 14. Odometer / Trip Odometer Display Area The light also will turn on when the parking brake is The odometer display shows the total distance the veapplied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- hicle has been driven. U.S.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 The two trip odometers show individual trip mileage. To switch from odometer to trip odometers, press and release the Trip Odometer button. To reset a trip odometer, display the desired trip odometer to be reset then push and hold the button until the display resets (approximately two seconds). Refer to “Trip Odometer Button” for additional information. SPEEd TOO HIgH . . . . . . . . Vehicle Speed Is Too High For Convertible Top Up/Down Operation TOP donE . . . . .
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Refer to “Convertible Top Operation” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for a table that explains how long each message is displayed and the conditions under which each message is displayed. gASCAP If the vehicle diagnostic system detects a leak or change in the evaporative system, or the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the words “gASCAP” will display in the odometer display area.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style. 4. For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”. Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. 15.
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light 18. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped This light informs you of a problem with the This indicator will illuminate when the park Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a lights or headlights are turned on. problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be 19.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 the conventional brake system will continue to operate 21. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not on. lights are on. 22. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped This light will flash rapidly for approximately 16 seconds when the alarm system is arming. The light will begin to flash slowly indicating that the system is armed.
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction In- • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds dicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver system. If this light remains on after several ignition that caused the ESC activation. cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles 25.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 WARNING! CAUTION! A malfunctioning 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.
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 29. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Control Buttons Display — If Equipped This display shows the EVIC messages when the appropriate conditions exist. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” for further information. MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED The Mini-Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster and features a driver-interactive trip information and temperature display.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 RESET Button To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to the ON position, then press and hold the RESET button located on the steering wheel. Trip Odometer (ODO) This display shows the distance traveled since the last reset. Press and release the STEP button on the instrument cluster to switch from odometer, to Trip A or Trip B. The following displays can be reset or changed: Trip A Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last reset.
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The EVIC consists of the following: ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED • Compass Heading Display (N, S, E, W, NE, NW, SE, The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) feaSW) tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the • Mileage (Avg/MPG) instrument cluster. • Miles To Empty • Low Tire Information (Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Displays) — if equipped • Timer • Units • System Warnings (Door Ajar, etc.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel: Press and release the MENU button to advance the display to each of the EVIC Main Menu features. Upon reaching the last item in the MENU Main Menu the EVIC will advance to the first Button item in the Main Menu with the next MENU button press and release.
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the SELECT Button to accept • Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single a selection. The SELECT Button also resets chime) various Trip Functions.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 • Key In Ignition • Remote start aborted — Door ajar • Remote start aborted — Hood ajar • Remote start aborted — Trunk ajar • Remote start aborted — Fuel low • Remote start disabled — System fault • Convertible Top Not Secured (with a single chime) • Convertible Top Complete (with a single chime) • Secure Cargo Shield (with a single chime) • Speed Too High (with a single chime) • Convertible Top Malfunction (with a single chime) • Oil Change Required (with a single c
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and item in the list will cause the first item in the feature list release the Menu button. To reset the oil change indicator to be displayed. The following features are in the Main system (after performing the scheduled maintenance), menu: perform the following procedure: • Compass, Outside Temperature, Audio Information (if radio is on) display 1.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Compass Display The compass heading indicates the direction the vehicle is facing. Press and release the compass button to display one of eight COMPASS compass headings, the outside temperature, and audio information (if the radio is on) if Button the EVIC display is not already displaying this screen. EVIC will flash the “CAL” indicator until the compass is calibrated.
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Press and release the MENU button until “Personal Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic Settings” displays in the EVIC. North and Geographic North. To compensate for the 3. Press and release the DOWN button until “Calibrate differences, the variance should be set for the zone where Compass Yes” displays in the EVIC. the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once properly 4.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 3. Press and release the DOWN button until “Compass Variance” and the current Variance Value displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release the SELECT button to increment the Variance Value by one, (one button press per update), until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map. NOTE: The Variance Values will wrap around from 15 back to 1. The Default Variance is Zone 8.
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Distance To Empty (DTE) Tire PSI Press and release the MENU button until ⬙Tire PSI⬙ is Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with displayed. the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous Tire pressure information is displayed as follows: and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel • If tire pressure is OK for all tires, TIRE and a vehicle tank level. DTE cannot be reset.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Elapsed Time System Status Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. Displays SYSTEM OK if there are no active Warning Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is Messages stored. Pressing and releasing the DOWN in the RUN or START position. button when SYSTEM OK is displayed will do nothing. Displays SYSTEM WARNINGS PRESENT if there are Elapsed time is displayed as follows: active Warning Messages stored.
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the DOWN button to display the Door 1st Press is selected, you must press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passenfollowing programmable features: ger’s doors. When All Doors 1st Press is selected, all of Language the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE When in this display you may select different languages transmitter UNLOCK button. To make your selection, for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 without the Sound Horn with LOCK feature selected. To NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytime make your selection, press and release the SELECT causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the brightness, refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The button until ON or OFF appears. Features Of Your Vehicle.
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Display Units In The EVIC and odometer can be changed between English and Metric units of measure. To make your selection, press and release the SELECT button until “U.S.” or “METRIC” appears. SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock, located at the top center of the instrument panel, press and hold the button in until the setting is correct. The clock will adjust slowly at first and then quicker the longer the button is held.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Press the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio.
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With Uconnect Phone” message will display on the radio screen.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Clock Setting Procedure INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/ message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only). SCROLL control knob. RW/FF 3.
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the MUSIC TYPE Button mid-range tones. Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button time and TREBLE will display.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Program Type Classic Rock College Country Foreign Language Information Jazz News Nostalgia Oldies Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock 16-Digit Character Display Cls Rock College Country Language Inform Jazz News Nostalga Oldies Persnlty Public R&B Rel Musc Rel Talk Rock Program Type Soft Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Sports Talk Top 40 Weather 16-Digit Character Display Soft Soft Rck Soft R & B Sports Talk Top 40 Weather By p
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button • DVD Play Options - Selecting the DVD Play Options Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between will display the following: the following items: • Subtitle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch subtitles to different subtitle languages that are NOTE: Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll available on the disc (if equipped). through the entries. Push the AUDIO/SELECT button to select an entry and make changes.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 • VES™ Power - Allows you to turn VES™ ON and Menu Language — If Equipped Selecting this item will allow the user to choose the OFF (if equipped). default startup DVD menu language (effective only if • VES™ Lock - Locks out rear VES™ remote controls (if language supported by disc). If you want to select a equipped). language not listed, then scroll down and select ⬙other.
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Subtitle Language — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default subtitle language (effective only if the language is supported by the disc). You can select a language not listed by scrolling down and selecting ⬙other.⬙ Enter the country code using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select the number and then push to select.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET button, the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory. Buttons 1 - 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations}.
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! The radio may shut down during extremely hot conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate “Disc Hot” and shut off until a safe temperature is reached. This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics of the DVD player and other radio internal components. Radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ when the disc is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is reading the disc. CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs only.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Press and hold the EJECT button for five seconds and all RW/FF (CD MODE) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will CDs will be ejected from the radio. begin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW or The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. another CD button is pressed. The RW (Rewind) button SEEK Button (CD MODE) works in a similar manner. Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the AM or FM Button (CD MODE) CD.
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file normally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported. Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 frequencies in the following table are supported. In ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The are supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is not majority of MP3/WMA files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate supported by the radios. and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR bit rates. Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not MPEG Sampling Fresupported.
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Number of files and folders - Loading times will INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through increase with more files and folders the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Name, and Folder Name (if available). to use CD-R media and single-session discs.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press the TIME button to change the display from iary device if the AUX jack is connected. elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the display for five seconds. device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up.
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DTS™ Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment ⬙DTS™⬙ and ⬙DTS™ 2.0⬙ are trademarks of Digital TheSystem (VES)™ (If Equipped) Refer to “Video Entertainment System (VES)™” for fur- ater Systems, Inc. ther details. Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped Dolby威 Manufactured under license from Dolby威 Laboratories.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a welcome kit that contains general information, including how to setup your on-line listening account. For further information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at www.siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the Sirius ID number will display.
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Reception Quality SEEK Buttons Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next following reasons: channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will • The vehicle is parked in an underground parking remain tuned to the new channel until you make another structure or under a physical obstacle. selection.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 additional three seconds will make the radio display the Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return type. to normal display). By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next RW/FF Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons channel with the same selected Music Type name.
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET button, the channel will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in the Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further details. MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. 4 Media Center 130 (RES) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) TIME Button Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second and radio frequency. time to turn off the radio. Clock Setting Procedure Electronic Volume Control 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping. Turning 2.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 RW/FF Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either AM or FM frequencies. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display.
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1 to 6) you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET/RND button, the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Inserting Compact Disc(s) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display. If a CD does not go into the slot more than 1.0 in (2.5 cm), a disc may already be loaded and must be ejected before a new disc can be loaded. CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism.
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 display.) Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 extension as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file. When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the by the following: vehicle speakers. • Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than Pressing the DISC/AUX button will change the mode to CD-R media auxiliary device if the AUX jack is connected.
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO (SALES CODE RES+RSC) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio. side of the radio faceplate. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature (if equipped). Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”.
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text will begin to blink. message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only). 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the MUSIC TYPE Button mid-range tones. Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button time and TREBLE will display.
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Program Type Classic Rock College Country Foreign Language Information Jazz News Nostalgia Oldies Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock 16-Digit Character Display Cls Rock College Country Language Inform Jazz News Nostalga Oldies Persnlty Public R&B Rel Musc Rel Talk Rock Program Type Soft Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Sports Talk Top 40 Weather 16-Digit Character Display Soft Soft Rck Soft R&B Sports Talk Top 40 Weather By pre
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 window. Select the button (1–6) you wish to lock onto this SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between station and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET/ the following items: RND button, the station will continue to play but will not • Set Clock — Pressing the SELECT button will allow be stored into pushbutton memory. you to set the clock.
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 Inserting Compact Disc(s) These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into stations). the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display. If a CD does not go into the slot more than DISC/AUX Button 1.0 in (2.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism. • The RES Media Center is a single CD player. Do not attempt to insert a second CD if one is already loaded. EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. SEEK Button Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD.
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Supported Media (Disc Types) The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 a number instead. With a maximum number of files, exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this display.) Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 extension as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 extension may cause playback problems.
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MPEG Specification MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 Sampling Frequency (kHz) Bit Rate (kbps) 24, 22.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 begin playing the files contained in that folder (or the Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an playable files). MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle’s The folder list will time out after five seconds.
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcasting technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio. This service offers over 130 channels of music, sports, news, entertainment, and programming for children, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number Reception Quality display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons: the radio to exit this screen. Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode • The vehicle is parked in an underground parking Press the SAT button until ⬙SAT⬙ appears in the display. A structure or under a physical obstacle.
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass channels without stopping until you release it. SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before continuing to the next.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a channel that you wish to type. commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel channel with the same selected Music Type name.
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding This feature allows an iPod威 or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port, located in the center of the button number will display. instrument panel below the climate controls. Buttons 1 - 6 These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you iPod威 control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod威 and iPhone威 devices. Some iPod威 software versions may commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 Connecting The iPod姞 Or External USB Device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod威 or external USB device to the vehicle’s USB connector port which is located in the center of the instrument panel below the climate controls.
278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The audio device can be controlled using the radio mode. In Play mode, the following buttons on the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod威 contents. faceplate may be used to control the iPod威 or external USB device and display data: • The audio device battery charges when plugged into the USB/AUX connector (if supported by the specific • Use the TUNE control knob to select the next or previous track.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 • A single press backward << RW or forward FF >> will • Press the SCAN button to use iPod威/USB/MP3 dejump backward or forward respectively, for five vice scan mode, which will play the first 10 seconds of seconds. each track in the current list and then forward to the next song. To stop SCAN mode and start playing the • Use the << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons to jump to the desired track, when it is playing the track, press the previous or next track.
280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL List Or Browse Mode During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described below, will bring up List mode. List mode enables scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the audio device. • TUNE control knob: The TUNE control knob functions in a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the audio device or external USB device.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current list on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line. • To exit List mode without selecting a track, press the same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode. • LIST button: The LIST button will display the top level menu of the iPod威 or external USB device. Turn the TUNE control knob to list the top-menu item to be selected and press the TUNE control knob.
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the ⬙Setup⬙, then ⬙Select Audio Devices⬙. Uconnect™ phone system. 3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the Uconnect™ phone system to list audio devices.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The right-hand rocker switch has a pushbutton in the center, and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume. Pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume. Pressing the center button changes the operation of the radio from AM to FM, or to CD mode, depending on which radio is in the vehicle.
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The button located in the center of the left-hand switch CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following precautions: grammed in the radio preset pushbutton. CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- Manual Heating And Air Conditioning lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding. Try a known good disc before considering disc player service. RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio.
286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ventilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (OFF) position. There are four blower speeds. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the climate controls will not function during Remote Start operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off) position.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 Mode Control (Air Direction) Rotate this control to choose from several patterns of air distribution. You can select either a primary mode as identified by the symbols on the control, or a blend of two of these modes. The closer the setting is to a particular symbol, the more air distribution you receive from that mode. NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there is a difference in temperature between the upper and lower outlets.
288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and side • Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxiExtended use of this mode is not recommended. mum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb- • MAX A/C ing the mode control selection. For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation buttons at the same time. • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. • ECONOMY MODE If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn Air Conditioning Control OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor.
290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped Operation of the system is quite simple. 1. Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and the Blower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO. NOTE: The AUTO position performs best for front seat occupants only. Automatic Temperature Control 2. Dial in the temperature you would like the system to maintain by rotating the Temperature Control knob.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 the “O” (OFF) position on the blower control stops the system completely and closes the outside air intake. the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the condenser, reducing air conditioning performance. 72°F (22°C) is the recommended setting for maximum comfort for the average person; however, this may vary.
292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, Mode Preferred Automatic, or Blower and Mode Preferred Automatic. This means the operator can override the blower, the mode, or both. There is a manual blower range for times when the AUTO setting is not desired. The blower can be set to any fixed blower speed by rotating the Blower Control knob (on the left).
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294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to • Floor change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets. • Panel Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument • Mix panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 NOTE: • Air Conditioner Control Press this button to turn on the air • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. conditioning during manual operation only. When the air conditioning is • In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode may turned on, cool dehumidified air will lead to excessive window fogging.
296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mix mode. Attempting to use the recirculation while in Operating Tips these modes will cause the LED in the control button NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for to blink and then turn off. suggested control settings for various weather condi• Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you tions. can temporarily put the system into Recirculation Summer Operation Mode by pressing the Recirculation button.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower settings. This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again. Side Window Demisters A side window demister outlet is located at each end of the instrument panel.
298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL A/C Air Filter — If Equipped The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from entering the cabin. The filter acts on air coming from outside the vehicle and recirculated air within the passenger compartment. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for A/C Air Filter service information or see your authorized dealer for service. Refer to “Maintenance Schedules” for filter service intervals.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 4
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 ▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock System . . . . . . 309 ▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or ⫺29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 ▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (62TE) . . . 310 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
302 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 䡵 Driving Through Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 ▫ Flowing/Rising Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 ▫ Shallow Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 䡵 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 ▫ Power Steering Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 䡵 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 䡵 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 ▫ Full Size Spare – If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 䡵 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 ▫ Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 349 ▫ Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 ▫ Tire Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 ▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 ▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles . . . . . .
304 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles . . . . . . 370 ▫ Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 ▫ Cruising Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 ▫ Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 ▫ Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376 䡵 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 ▫ Common Towing Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. Make sure all occupants have securely fastened their seat belts. 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 number of reasons.
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or ⫺29°C) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (available from your authorized dealer) is recommended. If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury.
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure. CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
308 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the following precautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed. • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and remove the ignition key. Once the key is removed, the shift lever is locked in the PARK position, securing the vehicle against unwanted movement.
310 STARTING AND OPERATING The transmission shift lever has PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, and AutoStick威 shift positions. Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick威 shift control (refer to “AutoStick威” in “Starting And Operating” for further information).
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range. When parking on a level surface, you may place the shift lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake.
312 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to move the shift lever rearward (with the brake pedal released) after you have placed it in PARK. Make sure the transmission is in PARK before leaving the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and remove the ignition key. Once the key is removed, the shift lever is locked in the PARK position, securing the vehicle against unwanted movement.
314 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF position to the ON/RUN position, and also press the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift lever could result. • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this can damage the drivetrain. • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK. REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 WARNING! Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. CAUTION! Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can result in severe transmission damage.
316 STARTING AND OPERATING During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be modified depending on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature improves warm up time of the engine and transmission to achieve maximum efficiency. Engagement of the torque converter clutch is inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm (refer to the “Note” under “Torque Converter Clutch” in this section).
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recommend that you visit an authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur. • vehicle speed is sufficiently high, and • the driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator. Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle.
318 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK姞 AutoStick威 is a driver-interactive feature providing manual shift control, giving you more control of the vehicle. AutoStick威 allows you to maximize engine braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system can also provide you with more control during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situations.
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 • Avoid using speed control when AutoStick威 is en- DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES gaged. Acceleration • The transmission will automatically shift up when Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slipmaximum engine speed is reached while AutoStick威 is pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull engaged. erratically to the right or left.
320 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface. This is hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability. To reduce this possibility, the following precautions should be observed: 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are slushy. 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. 3.
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water, consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so. CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
322 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping distances. Therefore, after driving through standing water, drive slowly and lightly press on the brake pedal several times to dry the brakes.
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 system. This noise should be considered normal, and it checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as anticidoes not in any way damage the steering system. pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an authoWARNING! rized dealer. Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
324 STARTING AND OPERATING If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave the transmission in PARK. Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located in the center console.
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 When the parking brake is applied with the ignition make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The switch ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. cluster will illuminate. NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver.
326 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and a collision.
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop. • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
328 STARTING AND OPERATING If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the bulb repaired as soon as possible. ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions.
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 WARNING! The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment. This interference can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capability. Installation of such equipment should be performed by qualified professionals. vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESC.
330 STARTING AND OPERATING brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in the “Partial Off” mode. Refer to “Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in this section of this manual. Brake Assist System (BAS) The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers.
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC corrects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over/under steer condition. Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
332 STARTING AND OPERATING reduction. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle ESC Operating Modes All ESC equipped vehicles can choose the following ESC is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is required to operating modes: gain traction. ESC On This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started the ESC system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for almost all driving situations.
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off” ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And switch. This will restore the normal “ESC On” mode of ESC OFF Indicator Light The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator operation. Light” in the instrument cluster will come on WARNING! when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It should go out with the engine In partial ESC mode, the engine power reduction running.
334 STARTING AND OPERATING Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little Tire Markings throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. NOTE: • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa• tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16. Temporary spare tires are spares designed for temporary emergency use only.
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ⴖ....blank....ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) — Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10.
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the 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.
338 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire.
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term B-Pillar Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Maximum Inflation Pressure Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Tire Placard Definition The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
340 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the “Vehicle Loading” section of this manual.
342 STARTING AND OPERATING available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs NOTE: (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs • The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities [295 kg]). of your vehicle with varying seating configurations 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo and number and size of occupants. This table is for being loaded on the vehicle.
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344 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 WARNING! (Continued) • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door.
346 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the winter.
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial-Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly. The instability could cause a collision. AlHigh speed driving with your vehicle under maxiways use radial ply tires in sets of four.
348 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to an Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a pattern.
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 WARNING! Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
350 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. Installation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the speed listed on the limit-use spare wheel. Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on your Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the driver’s side door opening. Replace (or repair) the original equipment tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! 1 — Worn Tire 2 — New Tire Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. You could lose control and have a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
352 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manufacturer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed (refer to the paragraph on “Tread Wear Indicators”). Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information” placard for the size designation of your tire.
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension components. You could lose control and have a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
354 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph Due to limited clearance, tire chains are not recom- (120 km/h). For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to mended. original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold CAUTION! tire inflation pressures. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires.
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed. The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed.
356 STARTING AND OPERATING the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall.
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 pressure to approximately 23 psi (158 kPa). This tire pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn ON the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light.” Driving the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately 27 psi (186 kPa), but the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will still be ON. In this situation, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn OFF only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value.
358 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire the tire. failure or condition. Base System • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless while adjusting your tire pressure.
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster, a ⬙LOW TIRE⬙ message will be displayed for a minimum of five seconds and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires.
360 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, the TPMS will update automatically and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn OFF, as long no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road any of the four active road tires.
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible, and inflate all tires with low pressure (those flashing in Receiver Module the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors placard pressure value.
362 STARTING AND OPERATING The EVIC will also display a ⬙CHECK TPM SYSTEM⬙ message for a minimum of five seconds when a system fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is detected. In this case, the ⬙CHECK TPM SYSTEM⬙ message is then followed with a graphic display with pressure values still shown. This indicates that the pressure values are still being received from the TPM sensors but they may not be located in the correct vehicle position. 1.
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Monitoring Telltale Light” will remain ON, a chime will the TPMS will update automatically. In addition, the sound, and the EVIC will still display a flashing pressure “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn OFF and the graphic in the EVIC will display a new pressure value in the graphic display. value instead of dashes (- -), as long no tire pressure is 3.
364 STARTING AND OPERATING The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experifollowing licenses: ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before considering service for the vehicle. United States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KR5S18002015B Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Canada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gasoline. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will provide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components. Problems that result from using gasoline containing Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be covered under warranty. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxygenates such as Ethanol.
366 STARTING AND OPERATING To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to E-85 perform the following: look for gasoline without MMT in Canada, because MMT • change the engine oil and oil filter can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the United States. MMT is prohibited in Federal and Califor• disconnect and reconnect the battery nia reformulated gasoline.
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance and damage the emissions control system. • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat.
368 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period.
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 the other sections of this manual for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline-only powered vehicles. CAUTION! Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on E-85. Ethanol Fuel (E-85) E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. WARNING! E-85 Fuel Cap Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury.
370 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Fuel Requirements Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with • When the ambient temperature is above 90° F (32° C), an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of you may experience hard starting and rough idle these two. For best results, a refueling pattern that following start up even if the above recommendations alternates between E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be are followed. avoided.
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 requirements of Material Standard MS-6395. MS-6395 contains additional requirements, developed during extensive fleet testing, to provide additional protection to Chrysler Group LLC engines. Use MOPAR威 or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-6395. Starting The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
372 STARTING AND OPERATING Maintenance CAUTION! Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect driveability. ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or Fuel Filler Door damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” to turn on. • To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
374 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Filler Cap Message If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a in violation of most state and federal fire regula- “gASCAP” message will be displayed in the instrument tions and doing so may cause the MIL to turn on. cluster. Tighten the gas cap until a “clicking” sound is • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a heard.
STARTING AND OPERATING 375 VEHICLE LOADING The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Vehicle Certification Label Your vehicle has a certification label attached to the rear Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the driver’s door. The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo.
376 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles.
STARTING AND OPERATING 377 TRAILER TOWING In this section, you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully review this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo, and tongue weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR.
378 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) Trailer Tongue Weight (TW) The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the allowance for the presence of a driver. hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be less Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) than or more than 10% of the trailer load. You must The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear consider this as part of the load on your vehicle. axles.
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Trailer Hitch Classification The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) chart for the Max. GTW towable for your given drivetrain. Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max.
380 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Max. Trailer Tongue Wt. Engine/Transmission Max. Frontal Area Wt.) (See Note 1) 11 sq.ft. (1.0 sq.m) (See 2.4L/Auto 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) Note 2) 3.6L/Auto 22 sq.ft. (2.0 sq.
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 CAUTION! Towing a trailer with a larger than recommended frontal area could cause the engine to overheat or cause severe engine damage under extreme conditions. Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
382 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to “Tire Safety Information/Tire and Loading Information Placard” in “Starting and Operating” for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 383 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and that it will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control. You could lose control of your vehicle and have a collision.
384 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) 3. GAWR 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve 10% of trailer tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Operating” for information on tread wear indicators and for proper inspection procedure.
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required. • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (450 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg).
386 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. transmission fluid and filter according to the interval specified for “police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.” Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Make sure all trailer and vehicle lights are working NOTE: The six-speed transmission does not require a fluid level check before towing.
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Cooling System • Highway Driving To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Reduce speed. heating, take the following actions: • Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. • City Driving When stopped for short periods of time, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
388 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Flat Tow Dolly Tow On Trailer Wheels OFF the Ground NONE Front Rear ALL Recreational Towing – All Models 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 CAUTION! • DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. • Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 ▫ Road Tire Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 䡵 Jump-Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 404 ▫ Engine Oil Overheating — 2.4L Engine Only (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 ▫ Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional • On the highways — slow down.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, the instrument cluster will sound a chime. When safe, pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at idle. Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the H (red) mark for more than a minute, turn the engine off immediately and call for service.
394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 395 WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmission) or REVERSE (manual transmission). Spare Tire and Jack Stowage Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface.
396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle while the vehicle is being jacked.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397 WARNING! (Continued) • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful of motor traffic. • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground. CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.
398 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in Step 3. 3. There is a front and rear jacking location on each side of the vehicle. Removing Jack Handle From Jack 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 399 6 Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 4. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged.
400 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! CAUTION! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 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. 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right, using the swivel wrench.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 401 WARNING! • To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. • To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges. 7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 8. Finish tightening the nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage.
402 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation 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 lug nuts on the mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem. Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 403 snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do not use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover. each lug nut is 100 ft/lbs (135 N·m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station. 4. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug 7. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a nuts.
404 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. JUMP-STARTING If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jumpstarted using a set of jumper cables and a battery in 3.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 405 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 frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located between the left front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash shield.
406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might 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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 407 WARNING! 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result. 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posibattery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start tive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle. the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409 front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE. Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is most effective. CAUTION! Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the engine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking-motion cycles.
410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed. 1. Firmly apply the parking brake. 2. Remove the cupholder liner. 3.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Flat Tow Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Flatbed Wheels OFF the Ground NONE Rear Front ALL Automatic Transmissions If transmission is operable: • Transmission in NEUTRAL • 25 mph (40 km/h)max speed • 15 mi (24 km) max distance OK BEST METHOD Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) damage to your vehicle.
412 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! (Continued) • When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension components. Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing. • Do not push or tow this vehicle with another vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and transmission may result. • If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the ignition switch must be in the ON position, not the LOCK or ACC positions.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413 CAUTION! CAUTION! Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than 15 mi (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can cause severe damage to the transmission. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Failure to follow these towing methods can cause severe damage to the transmission. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.4L . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417 ▫ Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423 䡵 Engine Compartment — 3.6L . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418 ▫ Engine Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . 419 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . 419 ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . .
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433 䡵 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 459 ▫ Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436 䡵 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 460 ▫ Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441 ▫ Headlamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 460 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 443 ▫ Front Turn Signal . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.
418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emissions well within current government regulations.
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE persists, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off. serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replacement. If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station. 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.
422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed systems may void your warranty and could result in civil maintenance schedule, there are other components which penalties being assessed against you. may require servicing or replacement in the future. WARNING! CAUTION! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 CAUTION! (Continued) • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these components as the chemicals can damage your engine, transmission, power steering or air conditioning. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This could damage your engine. Also, be sure the oil fill cap is replaced and tightened after adding oil.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number should not be used. Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 3.6L Engine SAE 5W-30 engine oil is preferred for all operating temperatures.
426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi- station, or governmental agency for advice on how and fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area. ber should not be used. Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recommended oil quality requirements are met, and the recommended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 Engine Air Cleaner Filter WARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) removed.
428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • 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 immediately with large amounts of water. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air conditioning components. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. However, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. The A/C Air Filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 CAUTION! The A/C Air Filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to install the filter properly will result in the need to replace it more often. 8. Reinstall the glove box door dampener and glove box. A/C Air Filter Replacement 6. Remove the A/C Air Filter by pulling it straight out of the housing. 7. Install the A/C Air Filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor.
432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE hood latching components to ensure proper function. When performing other underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. 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. The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year, preferably in the Fall and Spring.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers is located in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water. WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you.
434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • 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, refer to “Safety Tips/Exhaust Gas” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damverter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage. motion.
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System WARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at anytime the ignition switch is in the ON position. • 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 Selection Of Coolant Use only the manufacturer’s recommended coolant. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE replacement. To prevent reducing this extended maintenance period, it is important that you use the same engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your vehicle. (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 WARNING! rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children, do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately. • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage.
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reservoir. Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking in the system. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced. However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could result in a collision.
444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid. CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer’s recommended fluid will require more frequent fluid and filter changes.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can check your transmission fluid level using a special service dipstick. Should you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, have your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level. corrosive to the metal in your vehicle.
446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish. Washing • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle in the shade using MOPAR威 Car Wash or equivalent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges • Use MOPAR威 Touch Up Paint or equivalent on of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer and open. has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, Wheel And Wheel Trim Care touch them up immediately.
448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These products may damage the wheel’s protective finish. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s protective finish. Only MOPAR威 Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended. To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 • For grease stains, apply MOPAR威 Multi-Purpose if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners or Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and Armor All威. Use MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove clean vinyl upholstery. soap residue. Cleaning Leather Upholstery • Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recommended for leather upholstery.
450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPAR威 Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the Convertible Top Care buckles do not work properly. Cleaning Center Console Cupholders Removal Grab the rubber portion of the cupholder and lift upward. Cleaning Soak the rubber cupholder liner in a mixture of medium hot tap water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap. Let soak for approximately one hour. After one hour pull the liner from the water and dip it back into the water about six times.
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Immediate removal of any contaminant is recommended. Regular washing of the top will enhance its life and appearance, and make successive cleanings easier. Do not subject the top to excessive heat. Frequently vacuum the top and storage compartment. General Cleaning Careful vacuuming of the top before washing is helpful in removing dust and other foreign particles. Wash in partial shade instead of direct sun. Wet the entire vehicle before washing the top.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 the top fabric and to prevent streaking on painted and chrome surfaces. Allow the top to dry before lowering. Vacuuming the top with a wet/dry shop vacuum will decrease the top’s drying time, ensure removal of all dirt, and delete streaks in the material. Multiple cleanings may be necessary to remove stubborn stains. If stains persist, contact your local dealership for further suggestions.
454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A label that identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover. Refer to the graphic below for FUSES/TIPM location.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 3 — 4 — 5 — 6 — 7 — 8 — 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 20 Amp Yellow 10 Amp Red 30 Amp Green 30 Amp Green Description Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)/Brake Switch Ignition Switch Trailer Tow – If Equipped Power Mirror Switch/Climate Controls Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 1 Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 2 Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 9 40 Amp Green 10 — 11 — 12 — 13 — 14 — 15 40 Amp Green Description Battery Feed
456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 16 17 18 19 20 21 Cartridge Mini Fuse Description Fuse 15 Amp Sunroof – If — Lt. Blue Equipped Wireless Control 10 Amp Module (WCM)/ — Red Clock/Steering Control Module (SCM) 40 Amp Auto Shutdown — (ASD) Relay Green 20 Amp Audio Amplifier – — Yellow If Equipped 15 Amp — Radio Lt. Blue 10 Amp — Siren – If Equipped Red Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Red 22 — 23 — 24 — 25 — 10 Amp Red 26 — 15 Amp Lt. Blue 15 Amp Lt.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 Cavity 27 28 Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse — — 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 29 — — 30 — 20 Amp Yellow Description Cavity Ignition Run – Occupant Classification Module (OCM)/Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Ignition Run — Occupant Classification Module (OCM)/Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Hot Car (No Fuse Required) Ignition Run – Heated Seats – If Equipped 31 32 33 34 Cartridge Mini Fuse Description Fuse — — Spare 30 Amp Auto Shutdown — Pink (ASD) Relay 1 Switch
458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse 35 40 Amp Green — 36 30 Amp Pink — 37 — 25 Amp Natural Description Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Module – If Equipped/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Module – If Equipped Passenger Door Module (PDM)/ Driver Door Module (DDM) Power Top Module – If Equipped CAUTION! • When installing the Integrated Power Module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you will not be using your vehicle for more than All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not battery. be used for replacement. • Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution LIGHT BULBS – Interior Bulb No. Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw). Front Courtesy/Reading Lamp . . . . . . . . . .
460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. Bi-Halogen Headlamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HIR2 Front Turn Signal Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157NAK Front Park Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H11 Center High Mounted Stop (CHMSL) Lamp . . . . . LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 3. Rotate bulb and connector one-quarter turn and pull 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. outward from assembly. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. 5. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. 6. Reinsert the bulb and socket assembly and rotate clockwise one-quarter turn to secure.
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Turn Signal 1. Raise and prop open the hood. 1. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn counterclockwise and remove it from the fog lamp housing. 2. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn 2. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp the replacement bulb. housing. 3. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb. 4.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 NOTE: Placing a small flat head screwdriver or similar tool between the lamp outboard ball stud and plastic 1. Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner grommet from inside the trunk can help to disengage the behind the tail lamp (requires removal of a push pin outboard edge of the tail lamp. holding the trunk trim in place near the tail lamp). 3. Grasp the tail lamp by both the outboard and inboard 2.
464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: It is normal to hear a loud sound when the lower License Plate Lamp tail lamp area unsnaps from the vehicle mounting 1. Using a small screwdriver, press inward the locking bracket during tail lamp removal. tab on the side of the lamp assembly and pull down on the lamp assembly for removal. 2. Pull bulb from socket, replace, and reinstall the lamp assembly into place ensuring the locking tab is secure. 4. Twist and remove socket from lamp. 5.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Fuel (Approximate) All Engines — (Except 2.4L PZEV) 16.9 Gallons 2.4L PZEV (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) 18.5 Gallons Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 6 Quarts Cooling System* 2.4L Engine (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 7.7 Quarts 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 3.6L Engine (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 11.
466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR威 ATF+4威 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4威 product. MOPAR威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids. MOPAR威 Power Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR威 ATF+4威 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4威 product.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 470 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . .
M A I N T E N A N C E 470 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. Inspection and service should also be done S anytime a malfunction is suspected.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 471 M oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, At Each Stop For Fuel even if the oil change indicator message is NOT • Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a illuminated. fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level • Change your engine oil more often if you drive your while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the vehicle off-road for an extended period of time. accuracy of the oil level reading.
M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 472 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following operation. pages for the required maintenance intervals. At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. CAUTION! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 473 M 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 8,000 miles (13 000 km). Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
M 474 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or N T 18 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of C irregular wear, even if it occurs before E S C H E D U L E S 8 24,000 miles (39 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 475 M 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 40,000 miles (65 000 km). Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
M 476 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or N T 42 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of C irregular wear, even if it occurs before E 56,000 miles (91 000 km). S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 477 M 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 72,000 miles (117 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system.
M 478 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or N T 66 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of C irregular wear, even if it occurs before E 88,000 miles (143 000 km). S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 479 M 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 104,000 miles (169 000 km). ❏ Replace the spark plugs (2.4L PZEV Engine Only). ❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 104,000 miles (169 000 km) or 60 months whichever comes first.
M 480 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or N T 90 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of C irregular wear, even if it occurs before E S C H E D U L E S 8 120,000 miles (195 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. ❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s).
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 481 M 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or 102 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 136,000 miles (221 000 km). Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
M 482 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or N 114 Months Maintenance Service T E Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. A ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of N irregular wear, even if it occurs before C 152,000 miles (247 000 km). E S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 485 ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) . . . . . . . . . . . . 487 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . 485 ▫ Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 487 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 485 䡵 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
484 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 491 ▫ Treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 491 ▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 491 ▫ Temperature Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 485 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 Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the for an appointment. right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE warranty.
486 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 solved with this process. Phone: (800) 247–9753 • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 1621 ship. They want to know if you need assistance.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 487 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the 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.
488 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 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. You’ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 489 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. Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.
490 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE vehicle, system, and/or components is written in • Owner’s Manuals straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the and charts. assistance of service and engineering specialists to • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC vehicles.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 491 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. significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate.
492 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
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494 INDEX About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 Accessory Delay, Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 437 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433 Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 495 Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Automatic Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . 208,221 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . 290 Automatic Transaxle Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 467 Selection Of Lubricant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 467 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308,443 Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 444 Fluid and Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . .
496 INDEX Caps, Filler Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417,425 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Radiator (Coolant Pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 438 Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 446 Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82,368 Cargo (Vehicle Loading) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 497 Convertible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) . . . . . . . . . . 438 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 437 Coolant Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 465 Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436,439 Disposal of Used Coolant . . . . . . . . . .
498 INDEX Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 404 Door Locks, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 Door Opener, Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411 Driver’s Seat Back Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 420 Driving On Slippery Surfaces . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 499 Filters Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298,430 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 445 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426,466 Engine Oil Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392 Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . .
500 INDEX Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 465 Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 444 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441,467 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323,467 Fluids . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 501 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Gauges Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161,162,460 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 460 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
502 INDEX Hitches Trailer Towing . Holder, Cup . . . . . HomeLink® (Garage Hood Prop . . . . . . Hood Release . . . . ................... ................... Door Opener) Transmitter ................... ................... ... ... .. ... ... 379 188 176 160 159 Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,13 Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . .
INDEX 503 Lane Change and Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . 166,210,463 Lane Change Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73,75 Latch Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
504 INDEX Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . 214 Map Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161,162 Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 505 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206,209 Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208,221 Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208,221 Oil Filter, Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 Oil Filter, Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 Oil Pressure Light . . . . .
506 INDEX Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 Power Accessory Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425,465 Deck Lid Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419,420 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 507 Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Radio Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283 Rear Cupholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Recorder, Event Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Recreational Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . .
508 INDEX Seat Belt Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 450 Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39,43,83 And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69,70,71,77 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43,44 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 509 Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) . . . . . . . . . . 297 Signals, Turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85,166,463 Slippery Surfaces, Driving On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Snow Chains (Tire Chains) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348,349,394 Specifications Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
510 INDEX Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Time Delay, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Tip Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Tire and Loading Information Placard . . . . . . . . . 340 Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 511 Recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 Towing Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 Cooling System Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387 Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379 Minimum Requirements . . . .
512 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 488 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364 Washer Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 449 Washers, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168,171,433 Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 446 Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Water Driving Through . . . . .
INDEX 513 Windstop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Wiper, Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Wipers, Intermittent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained personnel. The following must be observed during installation. The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
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