2014 200 2014 OWNER’S MANUAL Chrysler Group LLC 14C41-126-AA First Edition 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. 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION 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 When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained techniLLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision cians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfaction. workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners 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 Owners 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 a collision 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 ▫ Rearming The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ To Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 ▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 ▫ Locking the Doors with the Key . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters. . . . . . . .27 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . .27 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 䡵 REMOTE START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . . .28 ▫ How To Use Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 䡵 DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 ▫ Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 ▫ Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 ▫ Energy Management Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 ▫ Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) . . .54 ▫ Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . .67 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 ▫ Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your 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. Vehicle Key Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transaxle Place the shift lever in PARK.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: • If you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition switch lock cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition switch lock cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable.
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 Key-In-Ignition Reminder SENTRY KEY® Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unausounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation NOTE: is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked • The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the or unlocked.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE During normal operation, after turning on the ignition CAUTION! switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compatafter the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem ible with some after-market remote starting systems. with the electronics.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 CAUTION! Always remove the Sentry Key® from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Customer Key Programming You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid Sentry Keys® by performing the following procedure: 1. Cut the additional Sentry Key® Transponder blank(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key® into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete, the indicator light will turn on again for three seconds and then turn off.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED Rearming The System The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors and trunk for unauthorized entry and ignition switch for unauthorized operation. While the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and decklid release are disabled.
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash for 16 seconds. This shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. During this period, if a door is opened, the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN, or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner, the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously described arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position (extreme bottom position). REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First Press This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: 2. Release both buttons at the same time. 3.
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Flash Lights With Lock 2. Release both buttons at the same time. The feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by pressthe doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmiting the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change mitter with the ignition in the LOCK position and the the current setting, proceed as follows: key removed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Illuminated Approach — If Equipped Sound Horn With Lock 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 EVIC. For details, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- Using The Panic Alarm ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold ignition in the LOCK position and the key removed. the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to one second and release.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key® “Customer Key Programming.” If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, contact your authorized dealer for details. 2 Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. NOTE: Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate 1.
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 1. Weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected life following conditions: of a battery is five years. 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 How To Use Remote Start • RKE PANIC button not pressed All of the following conditions must be met before the • System not disabled from previous remote start event engine will remote start: • Vehicle theft alarm not active • Shift lever in PARK • Doors closed WARNING! • Hood closed • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless.
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The following messages will display in the EVIC if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prematurely: • Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar • Remote Start Aborted — Trunk Ajar • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low • Remote Start Aborted — System Fault To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button on the
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur: NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system will disable the one-time press of the Remote Start button • The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500 for two seconds after receiving a valid remote start request.
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward. To unlock each door, pull the inside door handle. • For personal security and safety in the event of an collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and remove the Key Fob from the ignition.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Power Door Locks A door lock switch is located on the driver and passenger door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors. CAUTION! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves.
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped 3. The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK. 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. 4. The driver door is opened. Auto Unlock On Exit 5. The doors were not previously unlocked.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors following procedure: To provide a safer environment for children riding in the rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have a Child1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. Protection Door Lock system. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON/ RUN and then back to LOCK four times, ending up in the LOCK position. 3.
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Child-Protection Door Locks are located inside the rear edge of the door. Insert the tip of the ignition key or similar flat-bladed object into the lock and rotate clockwise approximately one-quarter turn to the lock position or counter clockwise to the unlock position (as indicated by the stamped icons). WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. Auto 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.
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch Auto Window Up With Anti-Pinch Protection — either in the up or down direction and release the switch. If Equipped For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either door will cancel this feature.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during autoclosure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close window manually. WARNING! Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors. To disable the window controls on the other doors, press the window LOCK button.
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of Use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the transmitter to open the trunk from outears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the side the vehicle. From inside the vehicle windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain the trunk lid can be released by pressopen or partially open positions.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the TRUNK SAFETY WARNING word “dECK ” will display in place of the odometer display indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer WARNING! display will reappear once the trunk is closed or if the Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, trip button is depressed.
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Internal Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release Some of the most important safety features in your lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 • Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold enhance occupant protection by managing occupant infant and child restraint systems.
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Infants in rear facing child restraints should never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger Advanced Front Air Bag. An air bag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly. 3.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags. • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death.
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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. Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size. Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2.
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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. In a sudden stop, you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 WARNING! • 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.
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of 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 part of your seat 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck. Push shoulder belt. anchorage button to release the anchorage, and move it up 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the or down to the position that serves you best. anchor point. 2.
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, you will prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) shoulder belt. The Automatic Locking Mode is available on locking mode.
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy worn snugly and positioned properly. Management feature in the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the pretencollision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat AHRs will be deployed. When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR.
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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”.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 2 1 — Downward Movement 2 — Rearward Movement 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock NOTE: into the back decorative plastic half. • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the Active Head Restraints, see an authorized dealer. • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The BeltAlert® warning sequence begins after the vehicle speed is over 5 mph (8 km/h), by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime. Once the sequence starts, it will continue for the entire duration or until the respective seatbelts are fastened. After the sequence completes, the Seat Belt Reminder Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts are fastened.
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Extender Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest position, 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 NOTE: The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bags are certified to new Federal regulations. The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision.
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window. If the vehicle is equipped with SABIC, they are located above the side windows. The trim covering the side air bags is labeled SRS AIRBAG.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) • 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.
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air during a side impact. The SAB is marked with an air bag bag only. label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 The system includes side impact sensors that are calibrated to deploy the side air bags during impacts that require air bag occupant protection. 2 WARNING! Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) Location NOTE: • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will open during air bag deployment. • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require permanent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason. • Do not allow occupants to extend any part of their body outside of the window.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce subOccupant Restraint Controller (ORC) stantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole colliThe ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system sions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions. On required for this vehicle.
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN position. If the key is in the OFF position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Inflator Units The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and on the right side of the instrument panel. When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Advanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the Advanced Front Air Bags.
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE in about 10 milliseconds. The side air bag moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates. This especially applies to children.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Enhanced Accident Response System If A Deployment Occurs In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event the ORC will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the following functions: The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment. • Cut off fuel to the engine.
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have defew days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you. immediately. • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air bag inflation.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel.
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light 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 75 time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is is designed to record such data as: required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed.
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat Owner’s Manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your child. Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. You should also make sure that you can install it in the vehicle where you will use it.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Infants and Toddlers Small Children Larger Children Children Too Large for Child Restraints Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Children who are two years old or younger and who have not reached the height or weight limits of their child restraint Children who are at least two years old or who have out-grown the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child restraint Children who have out-g
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old. Children should remain rearward-facing until they Safety experts recommend that children ride rearwardreach the highest weight or height allowed by their facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until convertible child seat. they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Older Children And Child Restraints Children who are two years old or who have outgrown their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forwardfacing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children who are over two years old or who have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of their rear-facing convertible child seat.
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Rear-Facing Child Restraint Rear-Facing Child Restraint Forward-Facing Child Restraint Forward-Facing Child Restraint Combined Weight of the Child + Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs (29.5 kg) More than 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Up to 65 lbs (29.5 kg) More than 65 lbs (29.
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Restraint System Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCHequipped child seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle 2 Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint? 65 lbs (29.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat? Can the head restraints be removed? Yes The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for more information.
86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window. These tether strap anchorages are under a plastic cover with the tether anchorage symbol on it. LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 WARNING! Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more than one child restraint. If you are installing LATCHcompatible child restraints next to each other, you must use the seat belt for the center position. You can then use either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle’s seat belt for installing child seats in the outboard positions. Please refer to “Installing The LATCHCompatible Child Restraint System” for typical installation instructions.
88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- When using the LATCH attaching system to install a ing position. child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being 5. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the used by other occupants or being used to secure child top tether anchorage. See the section “Installing Child restraints.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can Improper installation of a child restraint to the be “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing straint. The child could be badly injured or killed. retract back into the retractor.
90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat? 65 lbs (29.
92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to retract Place the child seat in the center of the seating back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you position. For some second row seats, you may need to will hear a clicking sound.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating strap. Refer to “Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chilposition.
94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have trouble tightening the seat belt. If this happens, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt up to three full turns to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out, away from the child restraint. Repeat steps 4 6.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint. 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage.
96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. A long break-in period is not required for the engine and 5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 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.
98 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 99 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Air Bag Warning Light The light should come on and remain on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is not lit Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the immediately.
100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways. WARNING! Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Door Latches Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires (including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 MIRRORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 ▫ Phone Call Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 ▫ Uconnect® Phone Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . .107 ▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . .130 ▫ Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 䡵 LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165 ▫ Power Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 ▫ Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165 ▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 ▫ Headlights And Parking Lights . . . . . . . . . . . .166 ▫ Manual Front Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 ▫ Instrument Panel Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169 ▫ To Deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179 ▫ Map/Reading/Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . .170 ▫ To Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179 ▫ Battery Saver Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179 䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS . . . . . .172 ▫ To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . .
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . .190 䡵 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▫ Opening Sunroof — Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 䡵 CUPHOLDERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode . . . . . . . . .191 ▫ Front Seat Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▫ Closing Sunroof — Express. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 ▫ Rear Cupholders . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. 3 Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield).
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: This feature is disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse. CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Power Mirrors The power mirror control is located on the driver’s door trim panel. 3 Mirror Directions Power Mirror Control To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move. When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror.
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting Side View Mirrors WARNING! (Continued) Outside Mirror — Driver Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror. Some vehicles will not have a convex passenger side mirror.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Uconnect® Phone — IF EQUIPPED An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use the mirror, lower the sun visor and rotate the mirror cover upward. The lights will turn on automatically. Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights. Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, invehicle communications system.
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. WARNING! Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable laws, including laws regarding phone use. Your attention should be focused on safely operating the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Voice Command Button Operation Actual button location may vary with the ra- Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® dio. The individual buttons are described in the Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect® Phone menu structure. Voice commands are required after most “Operation” section. Uconnect® Phone prompts.
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For each feature explanation in this section, only the compound form of the voice command is given. You can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command when you are asked for it. For 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”.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 The following are general phone to Uconnect® Phone • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a priority level between one and seven, with one being pairing instructions: the highest priority. You can pair up to seven mobile button to begin. • Press the phones to your Uconnect® Phone. However, at any given time, only one mobile phone can be in use, • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Device Pairing”.
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dial By Saying A Number • Press the button to begin. • The system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say “John Doe”, where John Doe is a previously stored name entry in the Uconnect® phonebook • The system will prompt you to say the number you or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a want to call.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone • A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be downloaded and updated every time a phone is connected to the Uconnect® Phone. If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect® Phone automatically downloads names (text • Depending on the maximum number of entries downnames) and number entries from your mobile phone’s loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest phonebook.
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After you are finished adding an entry into the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to add more NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect® Phonebook is phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. main menu. button to begin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • Press the “Phonebook Edit” can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say phonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have a “Phonebook Edit”. mobile and a home number, but you can add “John • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook Doe’s” work number later using the “Phonebook Edit” entry that you wish to edit. feature. button to begin.
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say “List Names” to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose. To select one of the entries button while the from the list, press the Uconnect® Phone is playing the desired entry and say “Delete”.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 List All Names In The Uconnect® Phonebook • Press the Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect® Phone if the feature(s) are available on your • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service “Phonebook List Names”. plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be • The Uconnect® Phone will play the names of all the accessed through the Uconnect® Phone.
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer If a call is currently in progress and you have another to “Conference Call” in this section. incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold button to place the current mobile phone.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Conference Call Call Termination When two calls are in progress (one active and one on button until you hear a hold), press and hold the double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call. To end a call in progress, momentarily press the button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call.
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Continuation Uconnect® Phone Features Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Language Selection Uconnect® Phone after the vehicle ignition has been To change the language that the Uconnect® Phone is using: switched to OFF. Call continuation functionality avail• Press the button to begin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Emergency Assistance NOTE: If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is • The emergency number dialed is based on the country reachable: where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency not be applicable with the available mobile service and number for your area. area.
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! To use you Uconnect® Phone System in an emergency, your mobile phone must be: • turned on, • paired to the Uconnect® System, • and have network coverage. Roadside Assistance If you need roadside assistance: • Press the button to begin. NOTE: • The roadside assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528-2069 for the U.S.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed by the word “Send”. For example, if required to To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to “Working enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you with Automated Systems”. button and say, “3 7 4 6 # Send”.
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF • You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect® Phone network configurations. This is normal. will not repeat a phone number before you dial it). • Some paging and voice mail systems have system time button to begin. out settings that are too short and may not allow the • Press the use of this feature.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF) 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® mobile phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system.
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Phone Connectivity List Paired Mobile Phone Names Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone • Press the button to begin. The Uconnect® Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect® Phone “Setup Phone Pairing”. without terminating the call. To transfer an ongoing call from your Uconnect® Phone paired mobile phone to the • When prompted, say “List Phones”.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Select Another Mobile Phone Delete Uconnect® Phone Paired Mobile Phones This feature allows you to select and start using another • Press the button to begin. phone paired with the Uconnect® Phone. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say button to begin. • Press the “Setup Phone Pairing”. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say • At the next prompt, say “Delete” and follow the prompts.
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE prompted by the Uconnect® Phone. For best results, the Voice Training session should be completed when the For users experiencing difficulty with the system recognizvehicle is parked with the engine running, all windows ing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect® closed, and the blower fan switched off. Phone Voice Training feature may be used.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish acFor best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to cents, the system may not always work for some. provide at least ½ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead • When navigating through an automated system such console (if equipped) and the mirror. as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of Always wait for the beep before speaking.
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Even though international dialing for most number • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing not the Uconnect® Phone. number combinations may not be supported. • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be • Echo at the phone far end can sometimes be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Read Messages: Send Messages: If you receive a new text message while your phone is You can send messages using Uconnect® Phone. To send connected to Uconnect® Phone, an announcement will a new message: be made to notify you that you have a new text message. • Press the button. If you wish to hear the new message: • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say button. • Press the “SMS Send” or “Send Message.
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List of Preset Messages: 11. See You in 15 minutes 1. Yes 12. I am on my way 2. No 13. I’ll be late 3. Where are you? 14. Are you there yet? 4. I need more direction. 15. Where are we meeting? 5. L O L 16. Can this wait? 6. Why 17. Bye for now 7. I love you 18. When can we meet? 8. Call me 19. Send number to call 9. Call me later 20. Start without me 10.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth® Communication Link Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the the system from announcing the new incoming mes- Uconnect® Phone. When this happens, the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone sages. off/on. Your mobile phone is recommended to remain in button. • Press the Bluetooth® ON mode.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) all call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais 3
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) help home language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no other pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) previous record again redial 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 voice training work yes
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 General Information VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Command System Operation RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable laws. Your attention should be focused on safely operating the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing serious injury or death. will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or change commands. This will become helpful once you start to learn the options.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Commands Main Menu The Voice Command system understands two types of Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. You may say “Main Menu” to switch to the commands. Universal commands are available at all times. Local commands are available if the supported main menu. radio mode is active. In this mode, you can say the following commands: Changing the Volume • “Radio AM” (to switch to the radio AM mode) 1.
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Radio AM • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) In this mode, you may say the following commands: Satellite Radio • “Frequency #” (to change the frequency) To switch to satellite radio mode, say “Sat” or “Satellite Radio”.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Disc Mode Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) Mode To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you To switch to Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) mode, say may say the following commands: “Bluetooth Streaming”.
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE – “Delete” (to delete the recording) • “Change to setup” • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — During the playback you may press the Voice Combutton to stop playing memos.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect® vehicle. 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.” This will train your own voice to the system and will improve recognition. 2.
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use the bottom switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat. The top switch controls the seatback recliner. Power Seat Switches WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path. Tilting The Seat Up Or Down The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four directions. Pull upward or push downward on the front or rear of the seat switch, the front or rear of the seat cushion will move in the direction of the switch.
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt. • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. to one, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting will Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of turn OFF automatically after a maximum of 45 minutes. heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF. WARNING! Press the switch once to select HIGH-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select LOW-level heating.
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rearThe manual seat adjustment bar is at the front of the seat, ward. Release the bar once the seat is in the position desired. Then, using body pressure, move forward and near the floor. rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. Manual Front Seat Adjustment WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster — If Equipped Reclining Seats A lever style height adjustment feature enhances comfort for petite as well as tall drivers. A lever with a ratcheting mechanism, located on the outboard side of the seat, raises and lowers it. Total travel is 2.2 in (56 mm). The recline lever is located on the side of the seat.
156 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 157 Head Restraints Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear.
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 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. • 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.
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 The hard seatback features a work surface and a molded Folding Rear Seat rim for retaining items stored on the seatback panel. To provide additional storage area, the rear seatback can be folded forward. Pull on the loops to fold down either or both seatbacks.
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When returning the rear seatback to the upright position, Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest be sure the seatback is latched. The rear seat is equipped with a folding armrest with cupholders. WARNING! The rear cargo area 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. They could be seriously injured in a collision. Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. 2. Then lift the secondary latch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel.
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole on the left underside of the hood. 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. WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the parking lights, headlights, headlight beam selection, passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimming and turn signals. The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights And Parking Lights Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third for parking light operation. Turn to the second detent for detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight headlight operation. system.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 With the engine running and the multifunction lever in Turn Signals the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on and turn Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows off based on the surrounding light levels. on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective. Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The front turn signal lamps will turn on as Daytime Running Lights 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.
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next Map/Reading/Interior Lights detent position to brighten the odometer and radio when These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the parking lights or headlights are on. the rearview mirror. Each light can be turned on by Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last pressing the barrel. Press the barrel a second time to turn the light off.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 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. To restore interior light operation, either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch.
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the end of the lever to the LO position for The wipers and washers are operated by a switch low-speed wiper operation, or to the HI position for on the control lever. The lever is located on the high-speed wiper operation. right side of the steering column.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the park position if you turn the ignition switch OFF while they are operating. The wipers will resume operation when you turn the ignition switch to the ON position again. 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.
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer control lever toward you and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired. If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate in low-speed for two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. Changing Intermittent Settings NOTE: The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 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. NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield.
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights With Wipers Feature (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on steering column.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward. The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel right side of the steering wheel. upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering column in position, pull the lever upward until fully engaged.
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Electronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. WARNING! Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Pressing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1.6 km/h). button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/OFF set, push the SET (-) button.
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters vehicle set speed. that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt speed up and down hills.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 3 HomeLink® Buttons/Overhead Consoles HomeLink® Buttons/Sunvisor/Headliner NOTE: HomeLink® is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active.
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® NOTE: Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage • Erasing all channels should only be performed when before you begin programming. programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink® button you want to program and the hand-held transmitter button. Training The Garage Door Opener 1 — Door Opener 2 — Training Button 4.
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener/device motor. Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. On some garage door openers/devices there may be a light that blinks when the garage door opener/device is in the LEARN/TRAIN mode.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indicator light. The Homelink® indicator will flash slowly For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured and then rapidly after HomeLink® has received the before 1995. frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Re1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. lease both buttons after the indicator light changes from slow to rapid. 2.
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of transTo reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, mission – which may not be long enough for HomeLink® follow these steps: to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to time-out in the same manner. 2.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink® button, while you press and release (“cycle”), your hand-held transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink® has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained. If you unplugged the garage door opener/device for programming, plug it back in at this time.
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using HomeLink® Troubleshooting Tips To operate, press and release the programmed HomeLink® button. Activation will now occur for the programmed device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.,). The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 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.
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The sunroof controls are mounted between the dome/ reading lights. Power Sunroof Switch WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Opening Sunroof — Express Closing Sunroof — Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automatically from any position. The sunroof and sunshade will open fully and stop automatically. This is called “Express Open”. During Express Open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature Sunshade Operation This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and release to Express Close. The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 Sunroof Maintenance For Vehicles Equipped With The EVIC Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to the glass panel. approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door Ignition Off Operation will cancel this feature.
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The instrument panel power outlet, located below the A second power outlet is located inside the center conclimate control knobs, has power available only when the sole. ignition is ON. This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit. Center Console Power Outlet The center console power outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR® knob and element must be used. CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! 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. • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF EQUIPPED An optional ash receiver is available from your authorized dealer and will fit in the center console front cupholder. 3 The optional ash receiver also comes with a cigar lighter that can be used with the power outlets. Refer to “Power Outlets” in “Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle” for further information.
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Bottle Holder Rear Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the armrest There are built-in bottle holders located in both rear door between the rear seats. Pull down the armrest to use the trim panels. cupholders.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 WARNING! If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burning the occupants. Be careful when closing the doors to avoid injury. 3 STORAGE Glovebox Storage Compartment The glovebox storage compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. To open the glovebox, pull outward on the latch handle located on the front of the glovebox.
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONSOLE FEATURES 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. The center console can be used for storage and is also equipped with an electrical power outlet. Refer to “Power Outlets” in “Understanding The Feature of Your Vehicle” for further information.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 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. • The power outlet can also energize the cigar lighter in the optional cup holder ash receiver. WARNING! Center Console Storage The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will hold CDs and alike.
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES WARNING! (Continued) 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. When the seats are folded down, they provide a continuous, nearly flat extension of the load floor. When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible. Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway. 3 Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback. This could impair visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision.
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located on the climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation, press the button a second time.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES. . . . . . . . . . .208 䡵 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209 䡵 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS . . . . .210 䡵 MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED . . . . .224 ▫ Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 䡵 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . .226 ▫ ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 ▫ Compass Display . .
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 䡵 SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK . . . . . . . . . . .240 䡵 Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO . . . . .250 䡵 Uconnect® 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/ NAV — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240 ▫ Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240 ▫ Operating Instructions (Uconnect® Phone) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240 䡵 Uconnect® 130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 ▫ Controlling The iPod® Or External USB 䡵 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . Device Using Radio Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . .268 䡵 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES ▫ Play Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .269 䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▫ List Or Browse Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270 ▫ Manual Heating And Air Conditioning . . . . ▫ Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) . . . . . . . . .
208 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 209 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Temperature Gauge on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 4. Speedometer Indicates the vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h). 5. Low Fuel Light such as the Front Fog Lights or Rear Window Defroster. If the Charging System Light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See your local authorized dealer. When the fuel level drops to approximately If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting 2.0 gallons (7.
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light comes on and remains on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine. DO NOT OPERATE When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORRECTED. RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if The light does not show the quantity of oil in the engine. the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further information. 11.
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. The operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for approximately three seconds.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, the repair technician should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the repair or service.
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer reset button to turn off the “gASCAP” message. When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer dis(Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System — OBDII” in play will toggle between LoW and tirE for three cycles. “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information). If HOTOIL the problem continues, the message will appear the next When this message is displayed there is a engine oil time the vehicle is started.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Unless reset, this message will continue to display each 15. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped time you turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. To This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Trip Control System is ON. Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled 16.
218 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 lights or headlights are turned on. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. If the light remains 19.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 If the ABS light remains on or comes on during driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is This indicator will illuminate when the front fog not functioning and that service is required, however, the lights are on. conventional brake system will continue to operate nor22. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped mally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not on. 21.
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 24. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC system will be ON, even if it was turned off previously. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with the engine running.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. 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.
222 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 223 CAUTION! Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could affect fuel economy and drivability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is required. 27. Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If Equipped This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot.
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING! If you continue operating the vehicle when the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust components and cause a fire. 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 225 Control Buttons 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. The following displays can be reset or changed: • Trip A • Trip B Trip Odometer (ODO) Mini-Trip Control Buttons STEP Button Press the STEP button located on the steering wheel to scroll through sub menus (i.e., Temperature, Trip Functions: Odometer, Trip A, Trip B).
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip A Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last reset. Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last reset. ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features a driver-interactive display that is located in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) instrument cluster.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 • Miles To Empty The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons on the instrument panel • Low Tire Information (Tire Pressure Monitor System switch bank located below the climate controls: (TPMS) Displays) — if equipped • Timer • Units • System Warnings (Door Ajar, etc.
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU Button SELECT Button Press and release the MENU button to advance Press and release the SELECT Button to accept a selection. The SELECT Button also resets the display to each of the EVIC Main Menu various Trip Functions. features. Upon reaching the last item in the Main Menu the EVIC will advance to the first item in the Main Menu with the next MENU button press Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays and release.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 • RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Battery Low (with a • single chime) • • Personal Settings Not Avail – Vehicle Not In PARK • • Personal Settings Not Avail – Vehicle in Motion • • Door Ajar (with vehicle graphic showing which door is • open. A single chime sounds if the vehicle is in motion).
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL release the MENU button. To reset the oil change indicaYour vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change tor system (after performing the scheduled maintenance), indicator system. The Oil Change Required message will perform the following procedure: flash in the EVIC display for approximately five seconds 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next start the engine.) scheduled oil change interval.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) Main Menu • Elapsed Time • EVIC Units Selection To step to each main menu feature press and release the MENU button once for each step. A step from the last • System Status item in the list will cause the first item in the feature list • Personal Settings to be displayed.
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Display Automatic Compass Calibration COMPASS Button This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to calibrate the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will flash the “CAL” indicator until the compass is calibrated. You may calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL indicator in the EVIC turns off.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 5. Drive the vehicle slowly (under 5 mph / 8 km/h), completing one or more circles (in an area free from If the compass appears erratic or inaccurate, and the large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” indicator variance has been properly set, you may wish to manuturns off. The compass will now function normally. ally recalibrate the compass. To manually calibrate the compass: Compass Variance Manual Compass Calibration 1. Start the engine.
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Magnetic and battery powered devices, (such as To Change Compass Variance: cell phones, iPod’s, radar detectors, PDA’s and laptops) 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Leave the should be kept away from the top of the instrument shift lever in PARK. panel. This is where the compass module is located and such devices may interfere and cause false compass 2. Press and release the MENU button until “Personal readings. Settings” displays in the EVIC. 3.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Average Fuel Economy When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change to a text display of ⬙LOW FUEL”. This display will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the LOW FUEL text and a new DTE value will display. Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If the Tire Pressure System requires service, ⬙Check EVIC Units Selection (UNITS IN Display) TPM System⬙ is displayed. Tire PSI is an information Displays the units used for the Outside Temperature, only function and cannot be reset. Average Fuel Economy, Distance to Empty and Tire Pressure features. Press and Release the SELECT button Elapsed Time to toggle units between ⬙U.S.⬙ and ⬙METRIC⬙. Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Auto Unlock on Exit tings” displays in the EVIC. RKE Unlock When ON is selected and the transaxle is in the PARK or Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall NEUTRAL position, all doors will unlock when the features when the automatic transaxle is in PARK. driver’s door is opened.
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sound Horn with Lock Headlamp Off Delay When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the Flash Lamp with Lock feature. To make your selection, press and release the SELECT button until ON or OFF appears. When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Key-Off Power Delay Display Units In When this feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, Uconnect® phone (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 vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make your selection, press the SELECT button until Off, 45 sec., 5 min., or 10 min. appears.
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK Uconnect® 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/ To set the analog clock, located at the top center of the NAV — IF EQUIPPED instrument panel, press and hold the button in until the Refer to your Uconnect® user’s manual for detailed setting is correct. The clock will adjust slowly at first and operating instructions. then quicker the longer the button is held.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Uconnect® 130 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. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping. Turning the ON/VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume, and to the left decreases it.
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next will begin to blink. listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL will remain tuned to the new station until you make control knob.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the front and rear speakers. the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones.
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds, it will be reloaded.
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD and MP3 modes. Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting TIME Button change of pace. Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file names and folder names is limited. For large numbers of The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to display CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3. the file name and folder name, and will assign a number Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) instead. With a maximum number of files, exceeding 20 folders will result in this display.
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Discs created with an option such as ⬙keep disc open after writing⬙ are most likely multisession discs. The use of multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in longer disc loading times. 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.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files.
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO 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. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping. Turning the ON/VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume, and to the left decreases it.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Uconnect Phone” message will display on the radio listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch screen. to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make Phone Button Uconnect® Phone — If Equipped another selection.
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL starting at Step 2. For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio, press the SETUP button and then follow the above 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. procedure, starting at Step 2. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob. Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ letters displayed).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the front and rear speakers. the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones.
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following format types: Program Type No program type or undefined Adult Hits Classical Classic Rock College Country Foreign Language Information Jazz News Nostalgia 16-Digit Character Display None Adlt Hit Classicl Cls Rock College Country Language Inform Jazz News Nostalga Program Type Oldies Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock Soft Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Sports Talk Top 40 Wea
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is AM/FM Button displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. station with the same selected Music Type name. The Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode.
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and pressing the pushbutton twice. MP3 Audio Play Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding NOTE: button number will display. • The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position Buttons 1 - 6 to operate the radio.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds, it will be reloaded.
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button AM/FM 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. Press the button to select either AM or FM mode.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Supported Media (Disc Types) The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3. Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) display the file name and folder name, and will assign a number instead. With a maximum number of files, exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this display.
260 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. MPEG Specification MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 Sampling Frequency (kHz) 48, 44.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files. LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob.
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) more and the radio will display song titles for each file. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds time of day will display for five seconds (when the ignition is OFF). to return to ⬙elapsed time⬙ display.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 System Activation To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio service that is included with the factory-installed satellite radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a welcome kit that contains general information, including how to setup your on-line listening account.
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly on or above the antenna.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 SCAN Button TUNE Control (Rotary) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con- to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel. tinuing to the next. To stop the search, press the SCAN MUSIC TYPE Button button a second time. Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode INFO Button for five seconds.
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the following items: • Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number. This number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the Sirius subscription. 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.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Connecting The iPod® Or External USB Device This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be Use the connection cable to connect an iPod® or external plugged into the USB port, located in the center of the USB device to the vehicle’s USB connector port which is instrument panel below the climate controls. located in the center of the instrument panel below the climate controls.
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to • The audio device can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod® contents.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 Play Mode • Jump forward in the current track by pressing and holding the FF>> button. When switched to iPod®/USB/MP3 control mode, the iPod® or external USB device automatically starts Play • A single press backward << RW or forward FF>> will mode. In Play mode, the following buttons on the radio jump backward or forward respectively, for five secfaceplate may be used to control the iPod® or external onds.
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pressing the REPEAT button will change the audio device mode to repeat the current playing track or press the VR button and say ⬙Repeat ON⬙ or ⬙Repeat Off⬙. 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 • Press the SCAN button to use iPod®/USB/MP3 de- audio device.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 • During all List modes, the iPod® displays all lists in • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom list on the top line and the first item in that list on the of the list, just turn the wheel backward (countersecond line. clockwise) to get to the track faster. • To exit List mode without selecting a track, press the same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode.
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! • Leaving the iPod® or external USB device (or any supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can alter the operation or damage the device. Follow the device manufacturer’s guidelines. • Placing items on the iPod® or external USB device, or connections to the iPod® or external USB device in the vehicle, can cause damage to the device and/or to the connectors.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 Selecting A Different Audio Device Previous Track Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on the radio and say “Previous Track”, to jump to the 2. After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and following the beep, say previous music track on your cellular phone. ⬙Setup⬙, then say ⬙Select Audio Devices⬙. Browse 3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth Streaming Uconnect® phone system to list the audio devices.
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel, at the three and nine o’clock positions. 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.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Radio Operation CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following listenable station, and pressing the bottom of the switch precautions: will SEEK down for the next listenable station. 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the The button located in the center of the left-hand switch surface. will tune to the next preset station that you have pro2.
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular 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. CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of Temperature Control outer rotary dials and inner push knobs. Rotate this control to regulate the temBlower Control perature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the dial left Rotate this control to regulate the into the blue area of the scale indicates amount of air forced through the vencooler temperatures, while rotating tilation system in any mode.
278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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. • Panel • Bi-Level Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 • Mix • Recirculation Control Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side Pressing the Recirculation Control button will temporarily put the system in recirculation window demist outlets. This setting works best in mode. This can be used when outside condicold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort tions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present.
280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The A/C will engage automatically to prevent fogging Air Conditioning Control when the recirculation button is pressed and the mode Press this button to engage the Air Concontrol is set to panel or Bi-Level. ditioning. A light will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is engaged. • Recirculated air is not allowed in Defrost modes.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 • ECONOMY MODE Automatic Operation If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn The Automatic Temperature Control system automatiOFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then, cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at move the temperature control to the desired temperature. the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped Operation of the system is quite simple. 1.
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You will experience the greatest effi- • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than ciency by simply allowing the system expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located to function automatically. Selecting the in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or “O” (OFF) position on the blower coninsects. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind trol stops the system completely and the radiator and through the condenser.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 Blower Control Manual Operation For full automatic operation or for automatic blower operation, turn the knob to the AUTO position. In manual mode there are seven blower speeds that can be individual selected. In off position the blower will shut off. 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.
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control is a difference in temperature between the upper and knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but • Panel cool conditions.
286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this mode with maximum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting. • Recirculation Control The system will automatically control recirculation. However, pressing the Recirculation Control button will temporarily put the system in recirculation mode.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 • Extended use of recirculation may cause the windows to fog. If the interior of the windows begins to fog, press the Recirculation button to return to outside air. Some temp/humidity conditions will cause captured interior air to condense on windows and hamper visibility. For this reason, the system will not allow Recirculation to be selected while in defrost.
288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Winter Operation Window Fogging Use of the air Recirculation Mode during winter months Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly reis not recommended because it may cause window moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Mix fogging. mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side window fogging beVacation Storage comes a problem, increase blower speed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 Side Window Demisters A/C Air Filter — If Equipped A side window demister outlet is located at each end of the instrument panel. These non-adjustable outlets direct air toward the side windows when the system is in the FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode. The air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the outside mirrors. The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from entering the cabin.
290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 STARTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296 ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .303 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296 ▫ Four-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303 ▫ Normal Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297 ▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . .
292 STARTING AND OPERATING 䡵 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES . . . . . . . . .320 ▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . .332 ▫ Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 ▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . .334 ▫ Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321 䡵 DRIVING THROUGH WATER . . . . . . . . . . . . .321 ▫ Flowing/Rising Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 ▫ Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped. .351 䡵 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .360 ▫ Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351 ▫ Base System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .362 ▫ Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel – If Equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352 ▫ Premium System – If Equipped. . . . . . . . . . . .365 ▫ Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped . . . . . . . . .352 ▫ Full Size Spare – If Equipped .
294 STARTING AND OPERATING 䡵 FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .373 ▫ E-85 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .373 ▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .375 ▫ Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .375 ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles . . . . . . .376 ▫ Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .376 ▫ Cruising Range . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 ▫ Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390 ▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle . .392 䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) . . . . . . . . . . . .392 ▫ Recreational Towing – All Models . . . . . . . . . .
296 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 CAUTION! (Continued) • 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. • Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal. For vehicles not equipped with Tip Start (Four-Speed Transmission), turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it when the engine starts.
298 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 299 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. If the engine is flooded, it may start to run, but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released. If this occurs, continue cranking up to 15 seconds with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor.
300 STARTING AND OPERATING The engine block heater cord is bundled under the hood between the headlight assembly and the Totally InteThe idle speed is controlled automatically and it will grated Power Module (Fuse Box) on the driver’s side of decrease as the engine warms up. the vehicle. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED After Starting The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits quicker starts in cold weather.
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 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.
302 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) 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, turn the engine OFF, and remove the ignition key. Once the key is removed, the shift lever is locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against unwanted movement.
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Key Ignition Park Interlock Four-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/ OFF position. The key can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the LOCK/OFF position, and once removed, the shift lever is locked in PARK.
304 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to NEUTRAL into another gear range. move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added precauNOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating.
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
306 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you must turn the ignition switch from the 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. • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position.
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 WARNING! Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. CAUTION! Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause severe transmission damage.
308 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operating limits, the powertrain controller will modify the DRIVE and “3” range shift points. This is done to prevent transmission damage due to overheating. 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position. Transmission function is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission remains in third gear regardless of which forward gear is selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illuminated.
310 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation Torque Converter Clutch The automatic transmission includes an electronically controlled Overdrive (fourth gear). The transmission will automatically shift into Overdrive if the following conditions are present: A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at calibrated speeds.
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. The shift lever position display (located in the instrument Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when cluster) indicates the transmission gear range. You must moving the shift lever between these gears.
312 STARTING AND OPERATING Drive position) will manually select the transmission Gear Ranges gear, and will display the current gear in the instrument DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or cluster as 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. NEUTRAL into another gear range. NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold. PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission.
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. WARNING! (Continued) • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake.
314 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key 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. 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position. • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK. REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. NEUTRAL Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running. The engine may be started in this range.
316 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and downshifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission automatically upshifts through underdrive first, second, third, and fourth gears, direct fifth gear and overdrive sixth gear. The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions.
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without damaging the transmission. NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recommend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur.
318 STARTING AND OPERATING • the engine coolant has reached an adequate temperature, • 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. A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at calibrated speeds. This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in the upper gears.
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 • You can start out, from a stop, in any gear except top gear. Tapping (+) (at a stop) will allow starting in When the shift lever is in the AutoStick® position (below second gear. Starting out in second gear is helpful in the DRIVE position), it can be moved from side to side. snowy or icy conditions. This allows the driver to manually select the transmission gear being used.
320 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the system detects a problem, it will disable DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES AutoStick® mode and the transmission will return to Acceleration automatic mode until the problem is corrected. Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slipTo disengage AutoStick® mode, return the shift lever to pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull the DRIVE position. You can shift in or out of the erratically to the right or left.
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER 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: Driving through water more than a few inches/ centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. 1.
322 STARTING AND OPERATING Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 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.
324 STARTING AND OPERATING • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steering pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This noise should be considered normal, and it does not in any way damage the steering system. PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 The parking brake lever is located in the center console. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever completely. When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.
326 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not 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 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING! (Continued) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system operates with a separate computer to modulate the hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. WARNING! • Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer.
328 STARTING AND OPERATING The “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” remain on, the Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) Systems are not functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. See your authorized dealer.
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 You also may experience the following when the brake system goes into anti-lock: • The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a short time after the stop), • the clicking sound of solenoid valves, WARNING! (Continued) 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.
330 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in “Starting and Operating” for further information.
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 Brake Assist System (BAS) The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sensing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance.
332 STARTING AND OPERATING 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 function normally, with the exception of engine power reduction. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle All ESC equipped vehicles can choose the following ESC is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more operating modes: wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is required to ESC On gain traction. ESC Operating Modes This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started the ESC system will be in this mode.
334 STARTING AND OPERATING To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC on again by momentarily switch. This will restore the normal “ESC On” mode of pressing the “ESC Off” switch. This may be done while operation. the vehicle is in motion. WARNING! When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality of ESC (except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section) has been disabled and the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will be illuminated.
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as will be ON even if it was turned off previously. the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop flashes when TCS is active.
336 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: Tire Markings • 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 designation. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European-Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter ⬙P⬙ is absent from this tire size designation.
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 • Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo- • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design rary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT. into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: T145/80D18 103M. Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S.
338 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: 65 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) — Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10.
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 EXAMPLE: H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions — The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and posted speed limits) Load Identification: ⴖ....blank....
340 STARTING AND OPERATING Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire. with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) — 01 means the year 2001 — Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured.
342 STARTING AND OPERATING Term Maximum Inflation Pressure Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Tire Placard Definition The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire. The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall. Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard.
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 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.
344 STARTING AND OPERATING To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. Loading The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You the weight referenced here.
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • The following table shows examples on how to calcu“XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the of your vehicle with varying seating configurations amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity and number and size of occupants.
346 STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 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.
348 STARTING AND OPERATING 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. Economy Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement.
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 At least once a month: 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three hour period. The cold tire • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflapocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual tion pressure molded into the tire sidewall. judgement when determining proper inflation.
350 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or conditions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle important. Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle poorly.
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
352 STARTING AND OPERATING If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel – If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and wheel equivalent in look and function to the original equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 T, S = Temporary Spare Tire Since this tire has limited tread life the original equipment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first opportunity. WARNING! (Continued) 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.
354 STARTING AND OPERATING Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) The limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on use only. This tire is identified by a label located on the your Tire and Loading Information Placard located limited-use spare wheel. This label contains the driving on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the limitations for this spare. This tire may look like the driver’s side door.
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
356 STARTING AND OPERATING These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or higher, and summer tires typically have a reduced grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle mainbecomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tenance schedule is highly recommended. tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manuthose of the original wheels.
358 STARTING AND OPERATING 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at does not apply to some directional tires that must not be different loads and perform different steering, driving, reversed. and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires.
360 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tire The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- warning limit for any reason, including low temperature effects and natural pressure loss through the tire. mended cold placard pressure. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 For example, your vehicle may have a recommended cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), a temperature drop to 20°F (-7°C) will decrease the tire pressure to approximately 23 psi (158 kPa). This tire pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn ON the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light.
362 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire. and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire Base System failure or condition. NOTE: • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to while adjusting your tire pressure.
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings Check TPMS Warning 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. An ⬙Inflate to XX⬙ message will also be displayed.
364 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. NOTE: 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. 1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have a 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will sound and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale tire pressure monitoring sensor.
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 • Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages, which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless Center (EVIC) technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings readings to the Receiver Module.
366 STARTING AND OPERATING Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible, and inflate all tires with low pressure (those flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value. Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flashing, and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn off.
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 The EVIC will also display a ⬙CHECK TPM SYSTEM⬙ 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road message for a minimum of five seconds when a system tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warnfault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is ing limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, the “Tire detected.
368 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will sound, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the EVIC will display a ⬙CHECK TPM SYSTEM⬙ message for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the Worldwide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recommends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are available.
370 STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline containgenates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol may be used in your vehicle. content may void the vehicle’s warranty. CAUTION! DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol.
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and reduces emissions system performance in some E-85 perform the following: vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline • drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer) without MMT be used in your vehicle.
372 STARTING AND OPERATING 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 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.
374 STARTING AND OPERATING subjects that are unique to these vehicles. Please refer to 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 375 For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternating between E-85 and unleaded gasoline is recomE-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and mended. 15% unleaded gasoline. When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: Ethanol Fuel (E-85) WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury.
376 STARTING AND OPERATING • Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be caused by these deposits, a supplemental gasoline additive, such as MOPAR® Injector Cleanup or Techron may be used. Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles FFV vehicles operated on E-85 require specially formulated engine oils.
STARTING AND OPERATING 377 Replacement Parts ADDING FUEL Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rear that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol comquarter panel of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or patible parts. damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
378 STARTING AND OPERATING After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable NOTE: If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. gas cap suspended away from and protects the vehicle’s surface. CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled. • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regulations and doing so may cause the MIL to turn on. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. cap is not secured properly.
380 STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to load must be limited so that you do not exceed the the drivers side “B” Pillar or the rear of the driver’s door. GVWR.
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 Overloading Loading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the front and rear GAWR. To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before driving.
382 STARTING AND OPERATING To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) and recommendations in this manual concerning ve- The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all hicles used for trailer towing. cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the trailer in its ⬙loaded and Common Towing Definitions ready for operation⬙ condition.
STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Tongue Weight (TW) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further information. The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer.
384 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds of hitches are the most popular on the market today and they are commonly used to tow small- and mediumsized trailers.
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission 2.4L/Auto 3.6L/Auto Max. Frontal Area Max. Gross Trailer Wt. (GTW) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 11 sq.ft. (1.0 sq.m) (See Note 2) 22 sq.ft. (2.0 sq.m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
386 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions.
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information” placard for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle.
388 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause a loss of control, poor performance, or damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, chassis structure, or tires. • Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 Towing Requirements – Tires Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or spare tire. vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. This could cause inadequate braking and possible • Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe personal injury. and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
390 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. WARNING! • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you need them and could have a collision.
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 NOTE: Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle AutoStick® – If Equipped under heavy loading conditions, will improve perfor- – When using the AutoStick® shift control, select the mance and extend transmission life by reducing exceshighest gear that allows for adequate performance and sive shifting and heat build-up. This action will also avoids frequent downshifts. For example, choose “4” if provide better engine braking. the desired speed can be maintained.
392 STARTING AND OPERATING Highway Driving Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Reduce speed. heating, take the following actions: Air Conditioning City Driving Turn off temporarily. When stopped for short periods of time, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 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. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly. 3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Place the transmission in PARK. 4.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS . . . . . . . . . . .396 䡵 JUMP-STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 䡵 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . . . . . . .396 ▫ Preparations For Jump-Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 ▫ Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) — If Equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .397 ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412 䡵 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING . . . . . . . . . .398 ▫ Jack Location .
396 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 • On the highways — Slow down. flasher.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition: WARNING! (Continued) to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot. system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat. Engine Oil Overheating (2.
398 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 399 Spare Tire Removal Preparations For Jacking Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers. 3. Set the parking brake. Spare Tire And Jack Storage 4.
400 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 401 WARNING! (Continued) • 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.
402 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the 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 with two attachment points. When the jack is partially ground. expanded, the tension between the two attachment points holds the jack handle in place. CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in Step 3.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 403 6 Jacking Locations 3. There is a front and rear jacking location on each side of the vehicle. The plastic trim has been cut away to expose the jacking locations on the body.
404 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 to the jacking location on the wheel to be changed. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 405 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right, using the swivel wrench. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability.
406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! 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. • To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug 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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 407 9. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is Road Tire Installation free. Release the emergency brake before driving the Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers vehicle. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly and stow it in the spare tire area. Secure the 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. assembly using the means provided. 2.
408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do not use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover. 4. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409 6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the WARNING! wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, each nut has been tightened twice. The correct tight- do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle ness of each lug nut is 100 ft/lbs (135 N·m). If in doubt has been lowered.
410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411 WARNING! Remote Battery Posts 1 — Remote Positive (+) Post (covered with protective cap) 2 — Remote Negative (-) Post • 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 rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
412 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote posi- 4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park tive (+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the locking tab and pull upward on the cover. parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. WARNING! Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury. 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 5.
414 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. CAUTION! Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 415 CAUTION! CAUTION! Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the engine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
416 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. SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 417 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a towing service. Towing Condition Flat Tow Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Wheels OFF the Ground NONE Rear Flatbed Front ALL Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory.
418 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. Damage to the fascia will occur. • 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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 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 transmission damage. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK/OFF position. Flatbed towing is the preferred towing method. However, if a flatbed towing vehicle is not available, wheel lift towing equipment may be used.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L . . . . . . . . . .423 ▫ Engine Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .432 䡵 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L . . . . . . . . . .424 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .433 䡵 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .425 ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .433 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . .425 ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .
422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .442 䡵 BULB REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .466 ▫ Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448 ▫ Headlamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .466 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .450 ▫ Front Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 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.
426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer “Reset” button to turn off the message. If the problem 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. EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS Normally, the OBD II system will be ready.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. • 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.
428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any procedure yourself. The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 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.
430 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. Change Engine Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 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. Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy. The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine.
432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added To Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives. The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. Engine Oil Filter Selection This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil filter.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies maintenance intervals. considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR® engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended. WARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.
434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the right and remove the inner fender shield. WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air conditioning components.
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling A/C Air Filter – If Equipped R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental maintenance intervals. Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. However, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning WARNING! service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 3. Disconnect the glove box door dampener from the slot on the side of the box. This is done by grasping the dampener connector (on the outside of the box) and the end of the connector pin (on the inside of the box) with your thumb and forefinger and pulling outward while lightly lifting upward on the door with your other hand. Once disconnected, the dampener will retract underneath the instrument panel if you release it. 4. Pivot the glove box downward. 5.
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 7. Install the A/C Air Filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 Windshield Wiper Blades Adding Washer Fluid Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulations of salt or road film. The windshield washer and the rear window washer share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals.
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 CAUTION! • The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control device and may seriously reduce engine performance and cause serious damage to the engine. • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Coolant Checks Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where Selection Of Coolant applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it should be flushed with OAT coolant and replaced with the specified OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) as soon as possible. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below −34° F (−37° C) are anticipated. • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water/engine coolant (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system.
446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure. • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Six-Cylinder Engines – the level of the engine coolant Points To Remember (antifreeze) in the pressurized coolant bottle should be NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ between the “COLD” and “FULL” range on the bottle kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming when the engine is cold. from the front of the engine compartment.
448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Brake System required, the cooling system should be pressure tested In order to assure brake system performance, all brake for leaks. system components should be inspected periodically. • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) maintenance intervals.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “MainCheck the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately if taining Your Vehicle” for further information. the brake system warning light indicates system failure. Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when performing underhood services. Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap.
450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid specifications. leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals. CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission components.
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the brake 7. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert it until seated. pedal. Then, remove the dipstick and note the fluid level on both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if there 4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posiis a solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission Fluid Level Check – Six-Speed Transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make sure that the The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not dipstick cap is properly reseated. require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month. • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR® Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges your paint finish.
456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel. • Use MOPAR® Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and • For grease stains, apply MOPAR® Multi-Purpose Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution followed by rinsing. • Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products.
458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not required to Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp maintain the original condition. cloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR® Total Clean or equivalent, then MOPAR® Spot & Stain Remover or equivalent WARNING! if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners or Armor All®. Use MOPAR® Total Clean or equivalent to Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR® Total Clean, a towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft directly on the mirror. cloth.
460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rinse the liner thoroughly under warm running water. Shake the excess water from the liner and dry the outer surfaces with a clean soft cloth. Installation Align the liner in the cupholder and press down firmly. 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 2 Cartridge Fuse 40 Amp Green — 3 — 4 — 5 — Cavity 1 6 — 7 — Mini Fuse — 20 Amp Yellow 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 20 Amp Yellow 10 Amp Red 30 Amp Green Description Cavity Cartridge Fuse — Mini Fuse Power Top Module – If Equipped Brake Vacuum Pump 8 Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)/ Brake Switch Ignition Switch 10 40 Amp Green — 11 — 15 Amp Lt Blue 12 — 13 — 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow – If Equipped Power Mirror Switch/ Climate Control
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 14 15 Cartridge Fuse — 16 40 Amp Green — 17 — 18 19 40 Amp Green — 10 Amp Red — Instrument Panel 20 Cartridge Fuse — Radiator Fan Relay 21 — 15 Amp Lt. Blue 10 Amp Red Sunroof – If Equipped 22 — 23 — 24 — 25 — Mini Fuse — 20 Amp Yellow Description Wireless Control Module (WCM)/ Clock/Steering Control Module (SCM) Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay Audio Amplifier – If Equipped Cavity Mini Fuse 15 Amp Lt. Blue 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 15 Amp Lt.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 26 Cartridge Fuse — 27 — Cavity 28 29 — — Mini Fuse 15 Amp Lt.
464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 35 Cartridge Fuse 40 Amp Green Mini Fuse — 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 465 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your Interior Bulbs Bulb Number battery. 578/W5W • Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution Front Courtesy/Reading Lamp Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw). Center Courtesy/Reading 578/W5W • Or disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Lamp • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of Visor Vanity Lamp A6220 service (i.
466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs Bi-Halogen Headlamp Front Turn Signal Lamp Front Park Lamp Front Fog Lamp Center High Mounted Stop (CHMSL) Lamp Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp Backup Lamp License Lamp BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb Number HIR2 3157NAK LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) H11 LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) 921 W5W Headlamp 1. Raise and prop open the hood. Locate the connector behind the headlamp.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 3. Rotate bulb and connector one-quarter turn and pull outward from assembly. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. Front Turn Signal 1. Raise and prop open the hood. 2. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp housing. 3. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb. 4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the headlamp housing and rotate the connector onequarter turn clockwise to lock it in place. 5.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 Front Fog Lamp NOTE: Access to the lamps through the lower fascia cutout is limited. We recommend you access the lamps by turning the steering wheel to allow access and remove the inner fender shield. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. 1.
470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the two plastic wing nuts from the tail lamp 3. Grasp the tail lamp by both the outboard and inboard housing. sides, and pull firmly to disengage the tail lamp from the vehicle. NOTE: It is normal to hear a loud sound when the lower tail lamp area unsnaps from the vehicle mounting bracket during tail lamp removal.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 4. Twist and remove socket from lamp. License Plate Lamp 5. Remove bulb from socket and replace. 1. Using a small screwdriver, press inward the locking tab on the side of the lamp assembly and pull down on the lamp assembly for removal. 6. Reinstall the tail lamp, fasteners, and trunk liner. 2. Pull bulb from socket, replace, and reinstall the lamp assembly into place ensuring the locking tab is secure. FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) All Engines — (Except 2.
472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE U.S. Engine Oil With Filter 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, 4.5 Quarts API Certified) 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, 6 Quarts API Certified) Cooling System* 2.4L Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/ 7.7 Quarts Engine Coolant 10 Year/ 150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 3.6L Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/ 11.6 Quarts Engine Coolant 10 Year/ 150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. Metric 4.4 Liters 5.6 Liters 7.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs – 2.4L Engine except PZEV* Spark Plugs – 2.4L with PZEV* Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/ 150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). Fuel Selection 87 Octane * PZEV = Partial Zero Emission Vehicle Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part We recommend you ONLY use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
M A I N T E N A ▫ Maintenance Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .478 N C E MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 476 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 477 M Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: • Check engine oil level • Check windshield washer fluid level • Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transmission as needed • Check function of all interior and exterior lights Required Maintenance Intervals. Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals.
8 Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin/air conditioning filter.
Replace spark plugs (2.4L Engine). ** Replace spark plugs (2.4L PZEV Engine Only). ** Replace spark plugs (3.6L Engine). ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
8 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,000 224,000 240,000 M 480 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I Mileage or time passed N (whichever comes first) T E N Or Years: A Or Kilometers: N C E Change automatic transmission S fluid and filter if using your C H vehicle for any of the following: E
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 481 M WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. • Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. This could cause an accident.
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .488 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .485 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . .489 ▫ Be Reasonable With Requests . .
484 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES . . . . . . . . .491 ▫ Treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .492 ▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .492 ▫ Temperature Grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 485 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At many authorized dealer, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment.
486 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 487 Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French In Mexico contact: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 Sante Fe C.P. 05109 Mexico, D. F.
488 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 489 WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
490 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS individual problems between you, your authorized To order the following manuals, you may use either the dealer, and the manufacturer. website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, MasterTo contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety card, American Express, and Discover orders are accepted.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 491 Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Call toll free at: Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and features.
492 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Treadwear Traction Grades The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 493 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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496 INDEX About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .327 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .444 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .377 Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .439 Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371 Airbag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 497 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448 Anti-Lock (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .327 Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .451 Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449 Fluid and Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .453 Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449 Fluid Level Check . . . . .
498 INDEX Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Certification Label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .380 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358 Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .398 Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .426 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Checks, Safety . . .
INDEX 499 Dipsticks Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .451 Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .429 Disabled Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .417 Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Door Locks, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing Water . . . . . . . . . .
500 INDEX Emergency, In Case of Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .398 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .417 Emergency Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . .426 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .423 Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 501 Fabric Care. . . . . . . . . . Filler Location Fuel . . . . Filters Air Cleaner . . . . . . . Air Conditioning . . . Engine Oil . . . . . . . . Engine Oil Disposal . Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . Hazard Warning . . . . Turn Signal . . . . . . . Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range . . . . . Engine Oil . . . . . . . . Fuel Requirements . . Maintenance . . . . . . . Replacement Parts . . . Starting . . . . . . . . . . Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . . . . . . .
502 INDEX Filler Door (Gas Cap) Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . Light . . . . . . . . . . . . Materials Added . . . . Methanol . . . . . . . . . Octane Rating . . . . . . Requirements . . . . . . Tank Capacity . . . . . . Fuel, Flexible . . . . . . . . Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel System Caution . . . Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 503 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch On With Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head Restraints . . . . . . . .
504 INDEX Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170 Lane Change and Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers). . . . . . . . . . . . .173 Lane Change Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Lap/Shoulder Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Hood . . . .
INDEX 505 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Engine Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .466 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . .220 Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
506 INDEX Lubrication, Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 Monitor, Tire Pressure System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .360 Mopar Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .427 Maintenance Free Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .433 MTBE/ETBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 507 Parking Brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168 Personal Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237 Pets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Phone, Cellular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . . . . . . . . .
508 INDEX Remote Control Pretensioners Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Programmable Electronic Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .237 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350 Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 509 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .489 Safety, Exhaust Gas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Safety Information, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Satellite Radio Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
510 INDEX Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .490 Settings, Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237 Setting the Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240 Shift Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416 Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Side Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 511 Quality Grading . . . . . . . . Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Radial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . Time Delay, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tire and Loading Information Placard . . . . . . . . . . .343 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
512 INDEX Towing Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381 Cooling System Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .392 Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .384 Minimum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .387 Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 513 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .344 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288 Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Viscosity, Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431 Voice Recognition System (VR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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