2010 OWNE R ’ S MANUAL Charger
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6 䡵 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 䡵 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left front corner of the instrument panel.
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 17 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ Rearming Of The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 ▫ Key FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ▫ To Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 ▫ Removing Key FOB From Ignition . . . . . . . . . 13 ▫ To Disarm The System . . .
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 䡵 Trunk Lock And Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . 23 䡵 Trunk Safety Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 24 ▫ Trunk Emergency Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 䡵 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 ▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 56 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 ▫ Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 74 䡵 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 11 ▫ Transporting Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. You can insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch with either side up. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an ignition switch.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. 2 The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead. The emergency key is also for locking the glove box. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking.
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds After placing the ignition switch in the RUN position, the when the Key Fob is placed in the LOCK or ACC ignition Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it position. indicates that there is a problem with the electronics.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an authorized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the is one that has never been programmed. vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 • This device must accept any interference that may be To Arm the System received, including interference that may cause undes- Remove the key from the ignition switch and either press a power door LOCK switch while the driver or passenger ired operation. door is open or press the LOCK button on the Remote VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this NOTE: • The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery Security Alarm. becomes disconnected the Vehicle Security Alarm will • The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The trunk entry.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables all RKE transmitter or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition buttons for all RKE transmitters. switch is turned ON from the LOCK position. 2 NOTE: None of the courtesy lights will operate if the dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme downward position), unless the overhead map/reading lights are turned on manually.
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock the Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the security alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the security alarm. Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be turned on or turned off.
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to “ElecThis feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. Equipped/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” equipped with the EVIC.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a its previous setting. second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit(24 km/h) or greater. ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the security alarm.
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board. 1. Battery access is through a door located on the rear of the RKE transmitter. Insert a small, flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the access door. Battery Replacement 1— Battery Access Door 2. Remove and replace the battery.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 3. Reposition the access door panel over the battery 1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years. opening and snap into place. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios. RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How to Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: • Shift lever in PARK • Doors closed • Hood closed • Trunk closed • Hazard switch off • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) • Ignition key removed from ignition switch • Battery at an acceptable charge level • RKE PANIC button not pressed WARNING! • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 NOTE: • The park lamps will turn on and remain on during Remote Start mode. To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock • For security, power window and power sunroof op- the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is equipped).
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door lock plunger on each door trim panel downward. To unlock each door, pull the door lock plunger on each door trim panel upward. Door Lock Plunger If the door lock plunger is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key is not inside the vehicle before closing the door.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 accidentally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle. RemovPower Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim ing the Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. operate. If a door is open, the Key Fob is in the ignition, and the ignition is in the LOCK or ACC position, a chime will sound as a reminder to remove the Key Fob.
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the Automatic Door Locks Programming The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or programming. disabled as follows: 5. Cycle the ignition after performing steps one to four • For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle for the feature to be enabled or disabled. Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle 6.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. The driver door is opened. 5. The doors were not previously unlocked. 6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h). 31 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and then back to LOCK four times ending up in the LOCK position (do not start the engine). 3. Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors. Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be 4.
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Engage the Child Protection Door Lock System 1. Open the rear door. 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key (or similar object) into the child lock control and pull it upward. NOTE: For emergency key information, refer to “A Word About Your Keys”. Child Lock Control 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death. 33 To Disengage the Child Protection Door Lock System 1. Open the rear door. 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key (or similar object) into the child lock control and pull it downward.
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. NOTE: After disengaging the Child Protection Door Lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door control all the door windows. Power Window Switches There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches will remain active for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power window switches will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position.
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To stop the window from going all the way down during • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger the AUTO-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly. the auto-reverse function unexpectedly during autoclosure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the AUTO-Up Feature with Anti–Pinch Protection — If first detent and hold to close the window manually.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 1. Pull the window switch up to close window completely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed. Window Lockout Switch Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the With the ignition switch in the OFF position or the key button will operate. removed from the ignition switch, the Trunk Open symbol will display until the trunk is closed. The trunk lid can be released from outside the vehicle by pressing the TRUNK SAFETY WARNING TRUNK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter WARNING! twice within five seconds.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Emergency Release The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergency release handle. It is located on the inside of the trunk lid, near the latch, and is coated so that it glows in a darkened trunk. Pull on the handle to open the trunk.
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. For more information on LATCH, see Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH). NOTE: The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation based on severity and type of collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or impacts. This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions.
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too. • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” Inserting Latch Plate into Buckle 43 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 as well.
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together. 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt can’t do its job as well. In a collision, it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight. If you can’t straighten a belt in your vehicle, take it to your authorized dealer and have it fixed. 5.
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the driver and front passenger seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck. Push and fully depress the button above the webbing to release the anchorage, then move it up or down to the position that fits you best. 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. latch plate. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the the entire belt is extracted. folded webbing. 3. Allow the belt to retract.
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early Once the warning is triggered, the BeltAlert威 will conin a collision. Pretensioners work for all size occupants, tinue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for 96 seconds or until the driver’s seat belt is buckled. The including those in child restraints.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not BeltAlert威 can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. start the engine. Wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to NOTE: Although BeltAlert威 has been deactivated, the turn off and then proceed to the next step. Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate as NOTE: You must perform the following steps within long as the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled.
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove extender should be used only if the existing belt is not compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- the airbag covers. tender and store it. WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: These airbags are certified to the new Federal • regulations for Advanced Airbags. • The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator • design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of • inflation based on the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may also be equipped with Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window.
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the impact sensors at the front of the car. The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires airbag deployment. The timing of the second stage determines whether the output force is low, medium, or high. If a low output is sufficient to meet the need, the remaining gas in the inflator is expended.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the NOTE: head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential • Should a vehicle rollover occur, the pretensioners and/or SABIC airbags on both sides of the vehicle for side-impact head injuries. The curtains deploy downmay deploy. ward, covering both windows on the impact side. • Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will open during airbag deployment.
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with left and right Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC. The area where the side curtain airbag is located should remain free from any obstructions.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow Do not lean against the door. If your vehicle has side children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under airbags, and deployment occurs, the side airbags will their arm. inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door.
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during front airbag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Airbags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • Side airbags also need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door. Sit upright in the center of the seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 The side airbags will not deploy in all side collisions. Side The ORC contains a backup power supply system that airbag deployment will depend on the severity and type may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. of collision. Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approximately six to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition is first turned on.
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away. Driver and Passenger Airbag Inflator Units The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain airbag. The inflating side curtain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window. The airbag inflates in about 30 ms (about one-quarter of the time that it takes to blink your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the side curtain airbag inflates.
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed. • Unlock the doors automatically. If a Deployment Occurs The airbags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment. NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in all collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have de- Maintaining Your Airbag System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the WARNING! airbags will not be in place to protect you. WARNING! Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, seat belt pretensioners, and the front passenger seat belt retractor assembly replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your advanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any advanced airbag system service. If your seat, including your trim cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in any way (including removal or loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized dealer.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the 2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the recorded (e.g., loss of battery power). fuse is good.
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e., pursuant to a warrant). A copy of the data will be provided to the custodial entity upon request. General data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases, such as those maintained by the U.S. government and various states.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 United States and all Canadian provinces require that There are different sizes and types of restraints for small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. seat Owner’s Manual to ensure you have the correct seat Children 12 years and younger should ride properly for your child.
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are less than one year old. Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system. Refer to “LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)”.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible. • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position. • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle.
68 • • • • THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Standards. We also recommend that you make sure LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle Anchors and Tether for CHildren) Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child where you will use it before you buy it. restraint anchorage system called LATCH.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 strap kits or retrofit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle. 2 All three rear-seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible child seats. You should NEVER install LATCHcompatible child seats so that two seats share a common lower anchorage.
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forwardare provided with the child restraint system. facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a located at the rear of the seat cushion where it means of adjusting the tension of the strap.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap. • When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children. It is recommended that before installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach.
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The seat belt must be in the Automatic Locking Mode in order to enable a child restraint to be tightly installed. Refer to “Automatic Locking Mode”. A locking clip should not be necessary once the automatic locking feature is enabled. Position the shoulder and lap belt on the child restraint.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap. WARNING! Tether Strap Mounting 1 — Cover 3 — Attaching Strap A — Tether Strap Hook B — Tether Anchor 2.
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your VePets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses hicle”.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • 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. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. 75 Exhaust Gas WARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill.
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the make sure that all windows are closed and the climate Vehicle control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT Seat Belts use the recirculation mode. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into frays, and loose parts.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable. Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle 77 Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . . 86 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 䡵 Uconnect™ phone — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 87 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . 84 ▫ Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 ▫ Phone Call Features . . .
80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 Voice Command — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 115 䡵 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 ▫ Voice Command System Operation . . . . . . . . 115 ▫ Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 ▫ Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 ▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped . . . . . . 130 ▫ Voice Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 ▫ Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 ▫ To Deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 ▫ Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights . . . . 134 ▫ To Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 ▫ Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers . . . . . . . . . . 136 ▫ To Accelerate For Passing . .
82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 ▫ Sunroof Fully Closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 ▫ Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 䡵 Electrical Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 䡵 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 䡵 Power Sunroof — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 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).
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated. CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror. Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped Some models have outside mirrors that are hinged.
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel, next to the power door lock switch. A rotary knob selects the left mirror, right mirror or off position. After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position. Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 phone’s audio is transmitted through your vehicle’s audio system; the system will automatically mute your radio when using the Uconnect™ Phone. NOTE: The Uconnect™ Phone requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth威 ⬙Hands-Free Profile,⬙ Version 0.96 or higher. See the Uconnect™ website for supported phones. For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following websites: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect Illuminated Vanity Mirror • www.dodge.
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular 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 local laws and phone use. All attention should be kept on the roadway ahead. Failure to do so may result in an accident causing serious injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Uconnect™ Phone can be used with any Hands-Free Profile certified Bluetooth威 cellular phone. See the Uconnect™ website for supported phones. If your cellular phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset Profile) you may not be able to use any Uconnect™ Phone features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details.
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For each feature explanation in this section, only the combined 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 combined form voice command ⬙Phonebook New Entry,⬙ or you can break the combined form command into two voice commands: ⬙Phonebook⬙ and ⬙New Entry.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 The following are general phone to Uconnect™ Phone • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a pairing instructions: priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular • Press the button to begin. phones to your Uconnect™ Phone. However, at any given time, only one cellular phone can be in use, • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say connected to your Uconnect™ Phone.
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will prompt you to say the number you want to call. • For example, you can say ⬙234-567-8901⬙. • The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the phone number and then dial. The number will appear in the display of certain radios. Call by Saying a Name • Press the button to begin. or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a name in the phonebook, refer to ⬙Add Names to Your Uconnect™ Phonebook,⬙ in the phonebook.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., ⬙Home,⬙ ⬙Work,⬙ ⬙Mobile,⬙ or ⬙Pager⬙). This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry, if desired. Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Cellular Phone If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect™ Phone automatically downloads names (text names) and number entries from the cellular phone’s • When prompted, recite the phone number for the phonebook.
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Depending on the maximum number of entries downloaded, there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used. Until then, if available, the previous downloaded phonebook is available for use. Phonebook Download — Single Entry If equipped and supported by your phone, Uconnect™ Phone allows the user to download entries from their phone via Bluetooth威. To use this feature, press the button and say “Phonebook Download.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth威 connection to • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook the Uconnect™ Phone, and then send the address entry that you wish to edit. book entry via Bluetooth威. Please see your phone • Next, choose the number designation (home, work, Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to cellular, or pager) that you wish to edit. drop the Bluetooth威 connection.
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the name, the Uconnect™ Phone will ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended work, cellular, pager, or all. Say the designation you when the vehicle is not in motion. wish to delete. • Press the button to begin. • Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted. • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙Phonebook Delete.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • Note that only the phonebook in the current language • The Uconnect™ Phone will then prompt you as to the is deleted. number designation you wish to call. • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be • The selected number will be dialed. deleted or edited. Phone Call Features List All Names in the Uconnect™ Phonebook The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your button to begin.
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE call, press and hold the button until you hear a by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to single beep, indicating that the incoming call was 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 rejected. Between Calls⬙ in this section. To combine two calls, refer Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call to ⬙Conference Call⬙ in this section.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Conference Call 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. there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call. If the active call is terminated by the phone far end, a call on hold may not become active automatically. This is cell phone-dependent.
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Continuation Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to OFF. Call continuation functionality available on the vehicle can be any one of three types: Uconnect™ Phone Features Language Selection To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is using: • Press the button to begin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the cellular phone is reachable: 101 Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area. • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency • If supported, this number may be programmable on button and number for your area. some systems. To do this, press the say ‘Setup’, followed by ‘Emergency’.
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance: Paging To learn how to page, refer to ⬙Working with Automated Systems.⬙ Paging works properly except for pagers of • Press the button to begin. certain companies, which time out a little too soon to • After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say work properly with the Uconnect™ Phone. ⬙Towing Assistance.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can press the button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed by the word ⬙Send.⬙ For example, if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can button and say, ⬙3 7 4 6 # Send.
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it). Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the Uconnect™ Phone (while dialing via the cellular phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you. In order to mute the Uconnect™ Phone: • Press the button. • Following the beep, say ⬙Mute.⬙ In order to un-mute the Uconnect™ Phone: • Press the button. • Following the beep, say ⬙Mute off.
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say ⬙List Phones.⬙ • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of Uconnect™ Phone will return to using the highest all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to priority phone present in or near (approximately the lowest priority. To “select” or “delete” a paired within 30 ft (9 m)) the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone Uconnect™ Phone Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the button and say “Uconnect™ Tutorial.” Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recognizing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect™ Phone Voice Training feature may be used.
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would • When navigating through an automated system such speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of you. speaking the digit string, make sure to say ⬙Send.⬙ • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking • Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is during a Voice Command period. not in motion is recommended.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be • Echo at the phone far end can sometimes be reduced compromised with the convertible top down. by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. Phone Far End Audio Performance • Audio quality is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, • dry weather conditions, and • operation from the driver’s seat.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Primary zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all Voice Commands Alternate(s) 113 Voice Commands Alternate(s) Primary call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais help home 3
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Primary language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing phonebook previous record again redial Voice Commands Alternate(s) pairing phone book Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call Uconnect™ Tutorial try again voice training work yes
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few For example, if you are in the disc menu and you are seconds, the system will present you with a list of listening to FM radio, you can speak commands from the disc menu or from the FM radio menu. options. If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists When using this system, you should speak clearly and at button, listen a normal speaking volume.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 In this mode, you can say the following commands: Commands The Voice Command system understands two types of • “Radio” (to switch to the radio mode) commands. Universal commands are available at all times. Local commands are available if the supported • “Disc” (to switch to the disc mode) radio mode is active. • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) Changing the Volume • “System Setup” (to switch to system setup) 1.
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Radio FM To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM”.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: 119 − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) − “Delete” (to delete a memo) • “Delete All” (to delete all memos) • “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the System Setup recording, you may press the Voice Command button to stop recording. You proceed by saying one of To switch to system setup, say “Setup”.
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice SEATS button first and wait for the beep Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System Command of the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safe before speaking the “Barge In” commands. operation of the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Seats — If Equipped The adjusting bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once the seat is in the position desired. Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. Manual Seat Adjusting Bar 121 WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use this switch to move the driver’s seat up or down, forward or rearward or to recline the seatback. The passenger’s seat will move up or down, forward or rearward. WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Reclining Seats — If Equipped The recliner control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Use the recline control to adjust the forward or rearward position of the seatback. Power Seat Recline Switch 123 WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured.
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lumbar Support — If Equipped This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever forward to increase and rearward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support. Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event of a rear impact. The head restraint should be adjusted so the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 3 Adjustable Head Restraint Removing Head Restraint To remove the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint to its highest position, push in both buttons at the base of each head restraint rod, and simultaneously pull up on the head restraint.
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Ensure that the front of the head restraint is switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator facing toward the front of the vehicle. lights will illuminate for High, one for Low and none for Off. WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time. • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the Two latches must be released to open the hood. seatback above the seat strap. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. 129 CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood, until it is open approximately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation. Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for the instrument panel. This switch controls the headlight, parking light and instrument panel light operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru- operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On with Wipers (Available with Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights whenever the ignition switch is ON, the headlights are off and the parking brake is off. The headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime driving. An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on. NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights or parking lights on.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 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. • A “Turn Signal On” message will appear in the EVIC (if equipped) and a continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 beams headlights until the lever is released. Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console. Each light is turned on by pressing the lens. Press the lens a second time to turn off the light.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE because a door is open. This includes the glove box light, but not the trunk light. To restore interior light operation, either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch. Dimmer Control The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel.
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers and washer when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent settings for high-speed wiper operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 23 seconds between cycles. Windshield Washers To use the washer, push the multifunction lever inward (toward the steering column) to the second detent and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired. 137 WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles.
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE wheel. The switch is located on the front side of the Headlights On with Wipers (Available with driver’s seat cushion side shield. Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged, Electronic Speed Control takes over the • The pedals can be adjusted while driving. accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the transmission (40 km/h). is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control is The Electronic Speed Control lever, located on the righton. side of the steering wheel, operates the system.
140 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 simultaneously. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. To Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button, located on the end of the Electronic Speed Control lever.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 • The Electronic Speed Control may not engage if a previous set speed. To do so, push the lever upward to different size tire is installed on one wheel, such as the RESUME ACCEL and release. Then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. compact spare tire.
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE in SET DECEL. Release the Electronic Speed Control On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur, so lever when the desired speed is reached, and a new set it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control. speed will be established. Tapping the Electronic Speed Control lever to SET DECEL once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the lever is tapped, speed decreases.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 These lights also turn on when a door is opened, when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second detent. Sunglasses Storage At the rear of the console, a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compartment access is a ⬙push/push⬙ design. Push on the raised bar on the compartment door to open. Push on the raised bar to close.
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink威 buttons are located in the overhead console, and contain one, two or three dots/lines designating the different HomeLink威 channels. HomeLink威 Buttons NOTE: HomeLink威 is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people, pets, or other objects are in the path of the door or gate.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink姞 145 2. Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) from the HomeLink威 buttons while keeping the EVIC display in view. Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink威 buttons, erase all channels before you begin training. For optimal training, point the battery end of the handheld transmitter away from the HomeLink威. To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for up to 20 seconds.
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openers This can usually be found where the hanging antenna may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is in the “Gate Operator/Canadian Programming” section. NOT the button normally used to open and close the door). 4. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink威 button. If the channel has been trained, the EVIC display will now state “CHANNEL # TRANSMIT.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING Gate Operator/Canadian Programming button. The name and color of the button may vary by Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of manufacturer. transmission – which may not be long enough for NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next HomeLink威 to pick up the signal during programming. step after the LEARN button has been pressed.
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE successfully accepted the frequency signal. The EVIC Reprogramming A Single HomeLink姞 Button display will change from “CHANNEL # TRAINING” to To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, follow these steps: “CHANNEL # TRAINED.” If you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in 1. Place the ignition in the RUN position. at this time. 2.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is disabled when General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following Troubleshooting Tips two conditions: If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威, here are some of the most common solutions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference • Replace the battery in the original transmitter. 2.
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. Power Sunroof Controls 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 Opening Sunroof — Express Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunroof will open fully and then stop automatically. This is called “Express Open”. During Express Open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof. 151 sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and release to Express Close.
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunshade Operation Sunroof Maintenance The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. the glass panel. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Ignition Off Operation For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle open.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 The 12 Volt power outlet next to the ash receiver tray has Sunroof Fully Closed Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the power available only when the ignition is in the ON or ACC positions. sunroof is fully closed. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two 12 Volt (13 Amps) electrical power outlets on this vehicle. Both of the power outlets are protected by a fuse.
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not place ashes inside the cubby bin located on the center console on vehicle’s not equipped with the ash receiver tray. A fire leading to bodily injury could result. The center console outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • 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. • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these intermittently and with greater caution.
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Rear Seat Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Front Seat Cupholders between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide center console. convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining a resting place for the rear occupants elbows.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 STORAGE Console Features The center console contains two shift bezel cubby bins with rubber mats for holding small items. For vehicles not equipped with navigation radio, the console also contains an extra storage bin located below the climate control, which holds up to four CD jewel cases. 3 Two separate storage compartments are also located underneath the armrest.
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the hold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also con- seatback above the seat strap. tains a 12 Volt power outlet and a molded-in coin holder WARNING! (designed to hold various size coins).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts. • 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.
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE defroster automatically turns off after approximately LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED 10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation, The automatic load leveling system will provide a levelriding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading press the button a second time. conditions. CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 䡵 Instrument Cluster – Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 䡵 Instrument Cluster – Premium . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 167 䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Command System — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 ▫ Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ phone — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 ▫ Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio . . . . . 196 ▫ Clock Setting Procedure — RER/REN Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 䡵 Media Center 130 (RES) — AM/FM Stereo Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack). . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Play Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 䡵 Kicker威 High Performance Sound System Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) – ▫ List Or Browse Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 䡵 Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — 䡵 Video Entertainment System (VES)™ — If Equipped (REN/RER/RES Radios Only) . . . . 227 If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▫ System Activation . . . . . . . .
164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 2 3 4 — Air Outlet — Instrument Cluster — Hazard Switch — Electronic Stability Program OFF Button* / Traction Control System OFF Button* 5 — Glove Compartment 6 — Radio 7 — Climate Control 8 — Heated Seat Switch* 9 — Power Outlet 10 — Ash Tray* 11 — Storage Compartment* 12 — Ignition Switch 13 — Hood Release 14 — Trunk Release Button 15 — Headlight Switch * If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – BASE 4
166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – PREMIUM
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 167 trip odometer is displayed to reset it to 0 miles (km). A second press of the button will display the outside temperature in the odometer. 1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position. 3. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed. 2. Trip Odometer Button 4.
168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Charging System Warning Light This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. The light should turn on when the ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or turns on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential electrical devices (i.e., radio) or slightly increase engine speed (if at idle). If the light remains on, it means that the charging system is experiencing a problem.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range. CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range.
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Airbag Warning Light This light will turn on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is either not on during starting, turns on while driving, or stays on, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. 11.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING! If a warning light remains on the system may not be working and you will not have the benefit of ESP or BAS. Under certain driving conditions, where ESP or BAS would be beneficial, you - if you have not adjusted your driving speeds and stopping in or to account for the lack of the feature, may be in accident. 14. Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started.
172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was before the repair or service. It is a good idea for you to make a record of the odometer reading before 18.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL On vehicles equipped with a Premium Instrument Cluster, this display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages when the appropriate conditions exist. Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) for further information. 173 If the odometer displays the “tCASE” warning message after engine start up, or during driving, the AWD system is not functioning properly and service is required.
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate Lo tirE When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer dependent upon your personal driving style. display will toggle between Lo and tirE for three cycles. Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 20. Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System 21. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS until the vehicle is disarmed. Light.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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.
178 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 the key is in the ON position before engine start. If the MIL does not come on when turning the key from LOCK to ON, have the condition checked promptly. Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the MIL stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing.
180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 • Surround Sound modes (if equipped with DriverSelectable Surround [DSS]) Press the SCROLL button to scroll through Trip Functions, Navigation (if equipped), System Status Messages, and Personal Settings The system allows the driver to select information by (Customer-Programmable Features). The pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering SCROLL SCROLL button also functions as a remote Button wheel. sound system control.
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) • Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with a single Displays chime if speed is above 1 mph [1.6 km/h]) When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays • Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more, with a single the following messages: chime if speed is above 1 mph [1.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Channel # Trained • Clearing Channels • Channels Cleared 183 indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style. Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the • Insert Key/Turn To Run (refer to “Remote Starting MENU button.
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Trip Functions mode displays the following. Trip Functions Press and release the MENU button until one of the • Average Fuel Economy / Fuel Saver Mode — If following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC: Equipped • Average Fuel Economy/Fuel Saver Mode Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read • Distance To Empty “RESET” or show dashes for two seconds.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 4 Fuel Saver Mode — On Fuel Saver Mode — Off This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving • Distance To Empty (DTE) in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with driving habits in order to increase fuel economy. the fuel remaining in the tank.
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel • Trip B tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the FUNCTION Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last SELECT button. reset. NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle • Elapsed Time loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 To Reset The Display Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being displayed. Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button once to clear the resettable function being displayed. To reset all resettable functions, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently-displayed function. (>Reset ALL will display during this three-second window.
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the vehicle automatically transitions from AWD to Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) – If RWD the EVIC will display the following message for Equipped Press and release the MENU button until “Surround five seconds. Sound” displays in the EVIC. The EVIC provides information on the current surround mode. • Stereo • Video Surround • Audio Surround While in the Surround Sound menu, press the FUNCTION SELECT button to change surround modes.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Display The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. Press and release the HOME button to display one of eight compass HOME readings and the outside temperature. 189 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally.
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Complete one or more 360 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message turns off. The compass will now function normally. Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences, the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance” display is active, pressing the FUNCTION SELECT butmessage and the last variance zone number displays in ton will change the Navigation Unit Display to the Menu. the EVIC. Turn-by-Turn Directions 4.
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set- To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. tings displays in the EVIC. Use the SCROLL button to display one of the following “Unlock Doors Automatically on Exit” When ON is selected, all doors will unlock when the choices. vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK or “Language” NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “Headlights On with Wipers” (Available with Auto “Driver Door 1st Press” or “All Doors 1st Press” appears. Headlights Only) When ON is selected, and the HEADLIGHT switch is in “Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock” the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxiWhen ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed.
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “0,” “Off,” “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” “10 min.,” “30 min.,” or “60 min.” appears. “30,” “60,” or “90” appears. “Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock” When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 “Confirmation of Voice Commands” — If Equipped When ON is selected, all voice commands from the Uconnect™ system are confirmed. To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. “Display Units of Measure in” The EVIC, odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) can be changed between English and Metric units of measure.
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Refer to your Uconnect™ Multimedia REN, RER or RBZ 3. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the word “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is disuser’s manual for detailed operating instructions. played. To move the hour backward, touch the screen Operating Instructions — Voice Command where the word “Hour” with the arrow pointing downSystem — If Equipped ward is displayed. For the radio, refer to “Voice Command” in “Understand4.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The Changing the Time Zone clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 1. Turn on the radio. 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The the box next to the words “Daylight Savings.” Touch the clock setting menu will appear on the screen. screen where the words “Daylight Savings” are dis3.
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL satellite clock is Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). This is the displayed. To move the minute backward, touch the worldwide standard for time. This makes the system’s screen where the word “Min” with the arrow pointing clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone and downward is displayed. daylight savings information is set. 6. To save the new time setting, touch the screen where the word “Save” is displayed. To Manually Set the Clock — RER/REN 1.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Show Time if Radio is Off Changing the Time Zone When selected, this feature will display the time of day 1. Turn on the radio. on the touch screen when the radio is turned off. Proceed 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. as follows to change the current setting: 1. Turn on the radio. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. 3. Touch the screen where “User Clock” is displayed, the clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3.
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio. side of the radio faceplate. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping, until you release it. 201 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save time change. 5.
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the AM/FM Button mid-range tones. Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton time and TREBLE will display.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. MP3 Audio Play The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by NOTE: pressing the pushbutton twice. • The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display.
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 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 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the CD and MP3 modes. 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.
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 display.) Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 extension as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file. When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported.
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the by the following: vehicle speakers. • Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than Pressing the DISC/AUX button will change the mode to CD-R media auxiliary device if the AUX jack is connected.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO 209 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio.
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature (if equipped).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text will begin to blink. message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only). 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob.
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers.
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 Oldies 16-Digit Character Display None Adlt Hit Classicl Cls Rock College Country Language Inform Jazz News Nostalga Oldies Program Type Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Religious Talk Rock Soft Soft Rock Soft Rhythm and Blues Sports Talk Top 40
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency to save time change. station with the same selected Music Type name. The Music Type function only operates when in the FM AM/FM Button mode. Press the button to select either AM or FM mode.
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.
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 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 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the CD and MP3 modes. 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.
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 display.) Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 extension as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file. When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported.
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected begin playing the files contained in that folder (or the next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain by the following: playable files). • Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than The folder list will time out after five seconds.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. 221 Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped) Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in “Understanding The Features If Your Vehicle”.
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This feature allows you to plug an iPod威 into the Connecting The iPod姞 vehicle’s sound system through a 16–pin connector, using Use the provided connection cable to connect an iPod威 to the vehicle’s 16–pin connector port (which is located in the provided interface cable. the glove compartment on some vehicles). Once the UCI supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod威 and iPod威 is connected and synchronized to the vehicle’s UCI iPhone威 devices.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Using This Feature Play Mode By using the provided connection cable to connect an When switched to UCI mode, the iPod威 automatically iPod威 to the vehicle’s UCI 16–pin connector port: starts Play mode.
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) button long enough will take you to the beginning for that track. Pressing the INFO button again jumps of the current track. to the next screen of data for that track.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • RND button (available on sales code RES radio only): Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod威. If the RND icon is showing on the radio display, then the shuffle mode is ON. List Or Browse Mode During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described below, takes you to List mode. List mode enables you to scroll through the list of menus and tracks on the iPod威.
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current list on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line. • To Exit List mode without selecting a track, press the same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode. • LIST button: The LIST button will display the top level menu of the iPod威. Turn the TUNE control knob to list the top-menu item you wish to select and press the TUNE control knob.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF EQUIPPED (REN/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY) Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcasting technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio. This service offers over 130 channels of music, sports, news, entertainment, and programming for children, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly on or above the antenna. the radio to exit this screen. ESN/SID Access With REN/RER Radios Reception Quality While in SAT mode, press the MENU button on the radio Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the faceplate.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 INFO Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display information between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if availNOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC able). Also, pressing and holding the INFO button for an position to operate the radio. additional three seconds will make the radio display the SEEK Buttons Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next to normal display).
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MUSIC TYPE Button • Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number. This mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five Sirius subscription. seconds will allow the program format type to be seSET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory lected.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 pushbutton memory. The channels stored in SET 2 KICKER姞 HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) – twice. IF EQUIPPED Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL any stereo audio source. A new feature of the KICKER威 NOTE: Dependent on the audio source, the output may audio system offers the ability to choose surround sound sound better in stereo or DDS surround mode. for any audio source. When in “Audio Surround” mode, balance is set auto“Audio Surround” is optimized for front seat passengers matically. Fader control is available to add more surfor any audio source.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 4 Opening the Rear Seat VES™ VES™ Video Screen • The LCD screen swings up from the rear of the armrest NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD screen has been to allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display. raised to its viewing position. • The radio and DVD player controls allow front seat operation for easy setup in the case of younger rear seat passengers.
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • A battery-powered infrared remote control snaps into a molded compartment in the center console armrest upper storage bin. Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks) on the rear of the center console enable the monitor to display video directly from a video camera, connect video games for display on the screen, or play music directly from an MP3 player. 1. Video in (yellow) 2. Left audio in (white) 3.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driver-interactive REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the display which is located in the instrument cluster. surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clock The VOLUME button controls the sound positions. level of the sound system. Press the top of the VOLUME button to increase the sound VOLUME level. Press the bottom of the VOLUME button to decrease the sound level.
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the EVIC is in the Compass/Temp/ Audio screen, press the FUNCTION SELECT button to operate various radio, meFUNCTION dia, and Universal Customer Interface (UCI) functions (i.e., advance presets, seSELECT lect next folder, jump to or start playing Button songs in playlists, etc., depending on which radio is in the vehicle and if equipped with UCI).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to too high. make you comfortable in all types of weather. NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control Temperature Control The rotary knob in the center controls air temperature. Rotate the control to the left for cooler air temperature and to the right for warmer air temperature. Rotating the control to the extreme left provides the coldest setting. Rotating the control to the extreme NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the right provides the warmest setting.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 • Defrost • Bi-Level Air is directed to the windshield through the Air flows through the outlets located in the instruoutlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also ment panel and through the outlets located on the directed to the front door windows through the side floor. Air flows through the registers in the back of the window demister grilles. center console to the rear seat passengers. These registers can be closed to partially block airflow.
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL re-used. Use this mode to cool the inside of the vehicle Automatic Temperature Control — If Equipped rapidly. The Recirculation mode can also be used to temporarily block out outside odors, smoke, and dust. Air Conditioning Control Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off. When the air conditioning is turned on, cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets selected with the mode control.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by turning the mode control knob (on the right) to AUTO, and place the blower control knob (on the left) to either LO AUTO or HI AUTO. The LO AUTO position should be used for front seat occupants only. The HI AUTO position should be used when more airflow is desired, or when rear seat occupants are present.
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL illuminate. After 10 minutes, the system will return to normal AUTO mode function and the indicator will turn off. Attempting to use the recirculation while in these modes will cause the indicator in the control button to blink and then turn off. Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features, which consist of blower preferred automatic, mode preferred automatic, or blower and mode preferred automatic.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 4
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to • Bi-Level change airflow distribution by rotating the mode control Air flows through the outlets located in the instruknob (on the right) to one of the following positions. ment panel and through the outlets located on the floor. Air flows through the registers in the back of the • Defrost center console to the rear seat passengers.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 conditioning. An indicator in the button illuminates Attempting to use the recirculation while in these modes will cause the indicator in the control button to blink and when manual compressor operation is selected. then turn off. NOTE: To control the air conditioning manually, the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position.
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Recirculate without A/C should not be used for Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months is long periods, as fogging may occur. not recommended because it may cause window fogging. Outside Air Intake Vacation Storage Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves (i.e.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 4
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 ▫ Normal Starting (Tip Start) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . 259 ▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below ⫺20°F Or ⫺29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
250 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 䡵 AutoStick威 — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 ▫ Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 䡵 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped . . . . . . 271 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 ▫ Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 ▫ Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 䡵 Driving Through Water . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . 290 251 ▫ Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 ▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions . . . . . . . . . 291 䡵 Self-Sealing Tires — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 304 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 292 䡵 Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 䡵 Tires — General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 䡵 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
252 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 ▫ Overloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 ▫ E85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles . . . . . . 320 ▫ Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 ▫ MMT In Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 䡵 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 ▫ Materials Added To Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 ▫ Common Towing Definitions . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES 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. 253 Automatic Transmission The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear. CAUTION! WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle.
254 STARTING AND OPERATING Extreme Cold Weather (Below ⫺20°F or ⫺29°C) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm an externally powered electric engine block heater (availengine is obtained without pumping or pressing the able from your authorized dealer) is recommended. accelerator pedal. If Engine Fails To Start Do not press the accelerator.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle.
256 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits CAUTION! quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a Damage to the transmission may occur if the followgrounded, three-wire extension cord.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on 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 when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal.
258 STARTING AND OPERATING • The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-calibrating. Therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt or soft until after the break-in period. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few shift cycles. The shift lever is automatically locked while in the PARK position.
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 This may result in a slightly different feeling or response position, the ignition switch must be turned to either the during normal operation in the DRIVE position. After the ON or START position (engine running or not) and the transmission cools down, it will return to normal brake pedal must be pressed. operation.
260 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Using the screwdriver, press and hold the override tab Four-Speed Automatic Transmission – If through the access port on the center console. Equipped NOTE: Under extreme cold temperatures (-6°F (-21°C) and when in DRIVE, transmission operation may be briefly limited to only second gear operation. Normal operation will resume once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level.
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, it is important to set 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.
262 STARTING AND OPERATING • When shifting into PARK move the shift lever all the way forward and left until it stops and is fully seated. CAUTION! • Look at the shift indicator display on the instrument panel to ensure it is in the PARK position. Coasting the vehicle or driving for any other reason with shift lever in NEUTRAL can result in transmission damage. REVERSE This range is used for moving the vehicle rearward. Always stop before moving the shift lever to REVERSE.
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 range, such as when operating the vehicle under heavy “3” (Third) loading conditions (in hilly terrain, traveling into strong This range eliminates shifts into Overdrive. The transmission will operate normally in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd while in head winds, or while towing heavy trailers). this range. The “3” position should also be used when NOTE: descending steep grades to prevent brake system dis• If the vehicle is started in cold temperatures, shifts into tress.
264 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant is warm (usuNever race the engine with the brakes on and the ally after 1–3 miles [1.6–4.8 km] of driving). Because vehicle in gear, and never hold the vehicle on an engine speed is higher when the torque converter incline without applying the brakes.
STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode The transmission is monitored for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the transmission automatically shifts into second gear. The transmission remains in second gear despite the forward gear selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate. This reset feature allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without damaging the transmission. 265 • Stop the vehicle and shift into PARK.
266 STARTING AND OPERATING Five-Speed Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when moving the shift lever between these gears. Gear Ranges PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never use PARK while the vehicle is in motion.
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 WARNING! CAUTION! Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. Damage to the shifter could result if the shift lever is moved out of PARK before the ignition switch is turned from the LOCK to the ON position. REVERSE The following indicators should be used to ensure that This range is used for moving the vehicle rearward.
268 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Coasting the vehicle or driving for any other reason with shift lever in NEUTRAL can result in transmission damage. 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 an accident. The transmission automatically upshifts through fifth gear.
STARTING AND OPERATING If vehicle acceleration worsens, or the transmission no longer shifts, the transmission is most likely operating in the Limp Home Mode. In this mode, the transmission will remain in the current gear until the vehicle is brought to a stop. After the vehicle has stopped, PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate. Second gear will operate in the DRIVE position. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illuminated. 269 6. Move the shift lever to the desired range.
270 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Range Select (ERS) – If Equipped Electronic Range Select (ERS) allows the driver to limit the highest available transmission gear, providing you with more control of the vehicle. ERS allows you to maximize engine braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system can also provide you with more control during mountain driving, trailer towing, and other situations.
STARTING AND OPERATING move the shift lever to the right or left (D+/D-) while in the DRIVE position. The gear position will display in the instrument cluster. In the AutoStick威 mode, the transmission will shift up and down when left or right (D-/D+) is manually selected by the driver. It will remain in the selected gear until another upshift or downshift is chosen. The transmission will automatically downshift as the vehicle slows to a stop (to prevent engine lugging) and will display the current gear.
272 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle automatically shifts into AWD mode. Automatic AWD operation could be activated by outside temperature, wheel slip, or other predetermined conditions (there may be a slight delay for AWD engagement after a wheel slip condition occurs). AWD can also be manually selected by moving the shift lever into the AutoStick威 mode (+/-) or activating the windshield wipers for an extended period of time.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear wheels. You could lose control of the vehicle and possibly have an accident. Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice, snow, wet mud, loose sand, etc.). Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface.
274 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flowing water can wear away the road or path’s surface and cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water. Furthermore, flowing and/or rising water can carry your vehicle away swiftly. Failure to follow this warning may result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission/transaxle, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through standing water. Do not continue to operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated, as this may result in further damage.
276 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost. If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these conditions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers.
STARTING AND OPERATING checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as anticipated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an authorized dealer. CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering system as the chemicals can damage your power steering components. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
278 STARTING AND OPERATING The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully. To release the parking brake, press the park brake pedal a second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake disengage. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
STARTING AND OPERATING make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. WARNING! • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons.
280 STARTING AND OPERATING ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock-up. ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can include ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops.
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment. This interference can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capability. Installation of such equipment should be performed by qualified professionals. • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident.
282 STARTING AND OPERATING All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer. ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that include Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake Assist System (BAS), and the Electronic Stability Program (ESP).
STARTING AND OPERATING Brake Assist System (BAS) This system complements the ABS by optimizing the vehicle braking capability during emergency brake maneuvers. This 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. Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance.
284 STARTING AND OPERATING power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the flashes when the TCS is active. If the “ESP/TCS Indicator condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure maintain the desired path. to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road The ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path conditions.
STARTING AND OPERATING The ESP system has two available operating modes: ESP On This is the normal operating mode for the ESP. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESP system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for most driving conditions. The ESP should only be turned OFF for specific reasons as noted in the following paragraphs. 285 ESP on again, momentarily press the ESP OFF switch and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will turn off.
286 STARTING AND OPERATING Indicator Light” should go out. However, if the light ESP is synchronized (refer to Synchronizing ESP), see remains on, have the ESP and BAS checked at your your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. authorized dealer as soon as possible.
STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 287 NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size 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.
288 STARTING AND OPERATING Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design molded into the sidewall preceding the size designastandards and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M. into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT. Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ⴖ....blank....
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 EXAMPLE: 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions — The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions (i.e.
290 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire.
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Tire Terminology and Definitions Term B-Pillar Cold Tire Pressure Maximum Inflation Pressure Recommended Inflation Pressure Tire Placard Definition The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.
292 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar.
STARTING AND OPERATING 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the “Vehicle Loading” section of this manual.
294 STARTING AND OPERATING available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs NOTE: (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs • The following table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities [295 kg]). of your vehicle with varying seating configurations 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo and number and size of occupants. This table is for being loaded on the vehicle.
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296 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 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.
298 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the Winter.
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly. The instability could cause an accident. AlHigh speed driving with your vehicle under maxiways use radial ply tires in sets of four.
300 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only. With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spare tires have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 WARNING! WARNING! The limited-use spare tires are for emergency use only. Installation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on either your tire placard or limited-use spare tire and wheel assembly. Replace (or repair) the original tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle.
302 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manufacturer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in size, quality and performance Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to when replacement is needed. (Refer to the paragraph on follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. “Tread Wear Indicators”).
304 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 an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS Use only compact chains or other traction aids that meet SAE type “Class S” specifications. Chains must be the proper size for the vehicle, as recommended by the chain manufacturer. In addition, only install tire chains on P215/65 R17 and P225/60 R18 size tires. The P245/45 R20 size tires do not provide adequate clearance for tire chains. NOTE: Do not use tire chains on a compact spare tire.
306 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) • Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions on the method of installation, operating speed, and conditions for use. Always use the lower suggested operating speed of the chain manufacturer if different from the speed recommended by the manufacture. SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during the winter.
STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear patterns. The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed.
308 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure. The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning limit for any reason, including low temperature effects and natural pressure loss through the tire. The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C).
STARTING AND OPERATING 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 TPM Telltale Light.
310 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure the tire. or condition. Base System • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless while adjusting your tire pressure.
STARTING AND OPERATING The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if equipped) has a TPM sensor. The matching full size spare can be used in place of any of the four road tires. The TPMS will only monitor the pressure in the full size spare when it is used in place of a road tire. Otherwise, a spare with a pressure below the low-pressure limit will not cause the TPM Telltale Light to illuminate or the chime to sound. 311 turn off.
312 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or Vehicles with Compact Spare wheel housings. 1. The compact spare tire does not have a TPM sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. compact spare tire. 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road Vehicles with Full Size Spare tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning 1.
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Light will turn OFF, as long as no tire pressure is below The TPMS consists of the following components: the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active • Receiver module, road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the • Four TPM sensors, TPMS to receive this information.
314 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The TPM Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. In addition, the EVIC will display one or more low pressure messages (Left Front, Left Rear, Right Front, Right Rear) for three seconds and a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure values flashing.
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. Check TPMS Warning If a system fault is detected, the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. The system fault will also sound a chime.
316 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer exists, the TPM Telltale Light will no longer flash, and the ⬙CHECK TPM SYSTEM⬙ message will no longer display, and a pressure value will display in place of the dashes. A system fault can occur due to any of the following: Vehicles with Full Size Spare 1.
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, the TPMS will update automatically. In addition, the TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF and the graphic in the EVIC will display a new pressure value instead of dashes (- -), as long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The 3.
318 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow- 3.5L and 5.7L Engine The 3.5L and 5.7L engine is designed to ing licenses: meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and perforUnited States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KR5S120123 mance when using high-quality unleaded Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2671-S120123 gasoline having an octane range of 87 to FUEL REQUIREMENTS 89.
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recommends the use of gasoline that meets the WWFC specifications, if they are available. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE.
320 STARTING AND OPERATING More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged E85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- exposure to E85 fuel. ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol MMT In Gasoline content may void the vehicle’s warranty. MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E85 blended into some gasoline to increase octane.
STARTING AND OPERATING Materials Added to Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and they would result in additional cost. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel. Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.
322 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period.
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle. If so equipped, use the finger pull to open the door. Otherwise, push in on the left side (near the edge) of the fuel filler door to access the fuel filler cap. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
324 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler cap door reinforcement. Gas Cap Tether Hook CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system. • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” to turn on.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. NOTE: • Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is tightened properly.
326 STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as • Type of Vehicle indicated. • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN. (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. 327 Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles.
328 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Common Towing Definitions • Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to the The following trailer towing related definitions will assist rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and you in understanding the following information: GAWRs. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) • Refer to the “Tire Placard” for your vehicle’s proper The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. tire pressure. This includes driver, passengers, cargo, and tongue weight.
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Tongue Weight (TW) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the and trailer when weighed in combination. hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases, it should not be less than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load. You must NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) consider this as part of the load on your vehicle. allowance for the presence of a driver.
330 STARTING AND OPERATING of hitches are the most popular on the market today and they are commonly used to tow small- and mediumsized trailers. Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
STARTING AND OPERATING The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)” chart for the Maximum GTW towable for your given drivetrain. 331 Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Max.
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) Max. Tongue Wt. (〫 see note) 100 lbs (45 kg) 2.7L & 3.5L Rear Wheel 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) Drive (RWD) Automatic 3.5L All Wheel Drive 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg) (AWD) & 5.
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 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 accidents.
334 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options or 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! 335 WARNING! (Continued) Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and it will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control. You could lose control of your vehicle and have an accident.
336 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) 2. GTW 3. GAWR 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized. (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight.) − Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures before trailer usage. − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer.
STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required.
338 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance. When towing, you should allow for additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Failure to do so could result in an accident. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations.
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, select a lower gear range using the “3” range (if equipped) or the AutoStick威/ERS feature (if equipped). NOTE: Selecting a lower gear range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup. This action will also provide better engine braking.
340 STARTING AND OPERATING − Extended driving at high RPM should be avoided to prevent excess heat generation. A reduction in vehicle − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. speed may be required to avoid extended driving at − When using the speed control, if you experience speed high RPM. Return to a higher gear range or vehicle drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until speed when road conditions and RPM level allows. you can get back to cruising speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 The parking brake must be firmly engaged and the wheels chocked during driveshaft removal and installation. The parking brake must remain engaged unless the Two-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive vehicle is securely and properly connected to the tow Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground) vehicle, or the driveshaft is completely reinstalled.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 ▫ Preparations For Jump-Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359 䡵 Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 䡵 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 ▫ Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage . . . . . . . . 346 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . .
344 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank near the top center of the instrument panel. 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 CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the “H,” turn the engine off immediately and call for service. WARNING! You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
346 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift. • The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 347 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. Jack Fastener Spare Tire Fastener 4. Remove the spare tire. 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided.
348 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations for Jacking 4. Turn OFF the ignition. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from the 5. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery 6. Block the front and rear of the areas. wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing WARNING! the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking and Changing a Tire 349 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised. • Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in PARK; a manual transmission in REVERSE.
350 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Warning Label 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. 2. If equipped with steel wheels, do not remove the wheel cover at this time. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. Center Cap Removal WARNING! To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with the metal edges and retention teeth.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 351 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to loosen, but not remove, the lug nuts on the wheel with the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly the flat tire. Turn the lug nuts counterclockwise one turn engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange. while the wheel is still on the ground.
352 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Engagement Locations
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 353 5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire 8. Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the lug and install the spare tire. nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not WARNING! tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle is lowered to the ground. Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack the vehicle less stable.
354 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tire is for temporary emergency use with radial tires. It is engineered to be used on your style vehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, the original tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled at the first opportunity.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 355 Wheel Cover or Center Cap Installation — If Equipped NOTE: Do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. For vehicles equipped with wheel covers, perform Steps 2 and 3. For vehicles equipped with center caps, proceed to Step 4. 2. Install two lug nuts on the mounting studs, which are on each side of the stud that is in alignment with the valve stem.
356 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the 7. For vehicles equipped with center caps, install the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, center cap by hand. Do not use a hammer or excessive snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do not use a force to install the center cap. hammer or excessive force to install the cover. 8. Stow the jack, tools, and spare tire. Make sure the base 4.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES 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. NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions.
358 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The remote battery posts are viewed by standing Remote Battery Posts on the right side of the vehicle looking over the fender. WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using a another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. WARNING! Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result. Jump-Starting Procedure WARNING! Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion.
360 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 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. 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE. Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is most effective.
362 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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Vehicles equipped with AWD can be towed with the transmission in NEUTRAL and the rear wheels OFF the ground (or the rear driveshaft removed) with no limitation on speed or distance. CAUTION! • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front with sling-type towing equipment. Damage to the front fascia will result. • If the transmission is not operative or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 15 miles (24 km), then the only approved method of towing is with a flatbed truck.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.7L . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367 䡵 Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 䡵 Engine Compartment — 3.5L . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368 ▫ Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374 䡵 Engine Compartment — 5.7L . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369 ▫ Engine Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . 370 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . .
366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 ▫ Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 ▫ Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 ▫ Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393 ▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp, And Front Side Marker Lamp — Models With Halogen Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) – If Equipped . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.
368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.
370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message. If the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II problem continues, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replacethe vehicle is started. ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine the ignition or start the engine.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control vehicle. systems may void your warranty and could result in civil Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed penalties being assessed against you.
374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, fully warmed engine is shut off. whichever occurs first. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level in the “SAFE” range. Adding 1.0 qt (1.
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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. operation of the Multi-Displacement System (MDS). Refer to “Multi-Displacement System” in “Starting and Operating” for further information. Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number should not be used. Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 2.7L and 5.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recommended oil quality requirements are met, and the recommended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. 377 Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change. Engine Oil Filter Selection This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil Materials Added to Engine Oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement.
378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information. The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be WARNING! used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR威 engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can recommended. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 WARNING! Battery Location • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery.
380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnected and should only be replaced with a battery of the same type (vented). CAUTION! • It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+) and negative (-) and are identified on the battery case.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air conditioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD, for further warranty information. • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure.
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the access door in the cowl screen by pressing 2. Slide the lid on the filter adapter forward and down the retaining clips. and remove the used filter. Access Door 3. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the filter will indicate this).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as MOPAR威 Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades 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. present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its function.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 L) of washer fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped). 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.
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn. 387 To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System WARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the ON position. • You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System – Drain, Flush, and Refill If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of the old engine coolant (antifreeze) solution. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information. Selection of Coolant Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine coolant (antifreeze).
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): • The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the proper level of protection against freezing according to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated. NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and will require more frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) changes.
392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately. Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • • • • 393 coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents of • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install freezing. ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are mileage, and increased emissions.
394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. ReMaster Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Mainif the brake system warning light indicates system fail- taining Your Vehicle” for further information. ure. Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when performing underhood services. Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 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 accident.
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than that recommended by the manufacturer will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Special Additives Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals.
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion The most common causes are: Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR威 • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to and open. scratch the paint. • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing touch them up immediately.
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use MOPAR威 Touch Up Paint or equivalent on • Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer with a clean, dry towel. has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. • Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp cloth, or MOPAR威 Satin Select or equivalent. Do not use harsh cleaners or Armor All威. Use MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl upholstery. MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recommended for leather upholstery. Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth.
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPAR威 Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements. 1. Clean with a wet soft rag or micro-fiber towel.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 NOTE: The cupholder cannot be removed. FUSES Integrated Power Module The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the engine compartment. This module contains fuses and relays.
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • When installing the integrated power module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the integrated power module and possibly result in an electrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Cartridge Fuse — 30 Amp Pink 30 Amp Pink MiniFuse Description Cavity — — — Windshield Wiper — Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Valves – If Equipped Radiator Fan 17 18 19 20 21 22 40 Amp — Green 50 Amp — Red — — 50 Amp — Red — — Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump Motor – If Equipped — Radiator Fan — Cartridge Fuse — — — — — — MiniFuse Description — — — — — — — — — — — — 405 7
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload.
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 6 Cartridge Fuse 30 Amp Pink — 7 8 — — 5 9 — 10 11 * 12 * — — — MiniFuse — Description Heated Seats – If Equipped 20 Amp Fuel Pump Yellow — — 15 Amp Diagnostic Link ConnecBlue tor (DLC)/Wireless Control Module (WCM)/ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) 20 Amp Power Outlet Yellow — — — — — — Cavity 13 * 14 Cartridge Fuse — — 15 — 16 17 — — 18 — 19 — 20 21 — — MiniFuse Description — — 10 Amp AC Heater Control/ Red Cluster/Security Module – If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 22 23 24 25 26 27 Cartridge Fuse — — — — — — 28 — 29 — MiniFuse Description Cavity — — — — — 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red — — — — — Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Ignition Run, AC Heater Control/Headlights/ Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Cluster/Electronic Stability Program (ESP) – If Equipped/Powertrain Control Module (PCM)/ STOP LIGHT Switch 30 Cartridge Fuse — 31 32 33 34 35 — — — — — 36 — 37 — 5 Amp Orange MiniFuse 409 Description 10 Amp Door M
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity 38 39 40 41 42 43 Cartridge Fuse — MiniFuse Description 10 Amp Cargo Light/Satellite Red Receiver (SDARS) Video – If Equipped/Vehicle Information Module – If Equipped — 10 Amp Heated Mirrors – If Red Equipped — 5 Amp Auto Inside Rearview Orange Mirror – If Equipped/ Heated Seats – If Equipped/Switch Bank — — — 30 Amp — Front Blower Motor Pink 30 Amp — Rear Window Defroster Pink Cavity 44 CarMinitridge Fuse Fuse 20 Amp — Blue Description Amplifier – If Equipp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Interior Bulb Number battery. Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . W5W Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 562 • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Overhead Console Reading Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 578 • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of Visor Vanity Lamps . . .
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamp (Standard Halogen) . . . . . . 9006 Low Beam Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge (HID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D1S (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) High Beam Headlamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9005 Front Park/Turn Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157A Front Fog Lamp – If Equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . PSX24W Front Side Marker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 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. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the headlamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3 — Park/Turn Lamp Bulb 4 — Side Marker Lamp Bulb
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and Park/Turn Lamp — Models with High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) 415 NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges. HID Headlamps The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the taillamp 5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. assembly. 6. Disconnect the electrical connector. 3. Pull back the trunk liner. 4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the taillamp assembly.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 7. Pull the taillamp assembly clear from the vehicle to access the bulbs. 8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly.
418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3 — Tail/Turn Lamp Bulb 4 — Tail/Stop Lamp Bulb 9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the taillamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 11. Reinstall the taillamp assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner. 12. Close the trunk. License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 — Socket 4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly. 5. Reattach the lamp to the rear fascia, and then install the screws.
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Fuel (Approximate) 2.7 Liter Engine 3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive 3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive 5.7 Liter Engine Engine Oil with Filter 2.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 3.5 Liter Engine (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 18 18 19 19 Gallons Gallons Gallons Gallons 6.0 Quarts 6.0 Quarts 7.0 Quarts Metric 68 68 72 72 Liters Liters Liters Liters 5.7 Liters 5.7 Liters 6.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System * 2.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/ Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 5.7 Liter Engine without Severe Duty II Cooling System (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 5.
422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil – 2.7L Engine Engine Oil – 3.5L Engine Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for correct SAE grade.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs – 2.7L Engine Spark Plugs – 3.5L Engine Spark Plugs – 5.7L Engine Fuel Selection – 2.7L Engine Fuel Selection – 3.5L and 5.7L Engines 423 Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter or equivalent. TE10MCC5 (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm]) ZFR5LP–13G (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm]) LZFR5C–11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Front Axle Rear Axle Transfer Case Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR威 ATF+4威 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4威 product. MOPAR威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
M A I N T E N A N C ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . . 428 E MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance . . . . . . 426 䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M A I N T E N A N C E 426 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emissions control system. These and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illuminated. • Change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-road for an extended period of time. 427 M A I N T E N A At Each Stop for Fuel N C • Check the engine oil level.
M A I N T E N A N C E 428 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake Required Maintenance Intervals master cylinder, and power steering, add as needed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation. At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. S • Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Date Dealer Code 429 M 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
M 430 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or N T 18 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate tires. C ❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the E S C H E D U L E S 8 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engine). ❏ Inspect the transfer case fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
M 432 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or N T 42 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate tires. C E 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I N T E N A N C E 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD).
M 434 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. T E ❏ Rotate tires. N ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. A ❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engine). N ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) C ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. E ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) ❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD).
M 436 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or N T 78 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate tires. C E 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engine). Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. † Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Inspect the transfer case fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
M 438 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service N T Schedule E ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. N ❏ Rotate tires. A ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the N engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. C ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) E ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. S C H E D U L E S 8 ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) ❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
M 440 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. T E ❏ Rotate tires. N ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. A ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) N ❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engine). C ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. E ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. S C H E D U L E S 8 ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 126 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Date Dealer Code 441 M 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.
M 442 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or N T 138 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate tires. C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Date Dealer Code 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 443 M A 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engines). Inspect the transfer case fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 447 ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) . . . . . . . . . . . . 449 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . 447 ▫ Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 449 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 447 䡵 Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only) . . . .
446 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 䡵 Publication Order Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 451 ▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453 䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453 ▫ Temperature Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 454 ▫ Treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 447 the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the for an appointment. right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE warranty.
448 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized • Vehicle delivery date and mileage dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be reChrysler Group LLC Customer Center solved with this process. P.O. Box 21–8004 • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- Phone: (800) 992-1997 ship. They want to know if you need assistance. Chrysler Canada Inc.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
450 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns. 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.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, and the manufacturer. 451 defect to the Canadian government should write to: Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9.
452 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC vehicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and maintenance procedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips. vehicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, and charts. • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 453 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle. significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate.
454 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
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456 INDEX About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 390 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Auto Unlock, Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Auto Up Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29,30 Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Automatic Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . 174,183 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . 240 Automatic Transaxle Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
458 INDEX Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394,424 Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393 Brake/Transmission Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . 74 Brightness, Interior Lights . . . . . .
INDEX Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196,197,201,210 Coin Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Compass Variance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Computer, Trip/Travel . . . . . .
460 INDEX Deck Lid, Power Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Defroster, Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Defroster, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77,239,244 Delay (Intermittent) Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Diagnostic System, Onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Dipsticks Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 Emergency Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
462 INDEX Exterior Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395 Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Materials Added . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Octane Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318,422 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 Saver Mode . . . . . . . . . . .
464 INDEX Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Headlight Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401 Delay . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Interior Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 Interior Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403 Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Jack Location . . . . . Jack Operation . . . . Jacking Instructions Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
466 INDEX Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411,412 Courtesy/Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134,143 Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Daytime Running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132,133 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 286 Electronic Throttle Control Warning . . . . . . . . . 168 Engine Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77,132,133,169 Vanity Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . . . 167 Load Leveling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Loading Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326,327 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
468 INDEX Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374,422 Mode Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420 Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174,183,375 Fuel Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Dipstick . . . . .
INDEX Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Overdrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169,344 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) . . . . . . . . . 4,451 469 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
470 INDEX Radio Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 Radio, Satellite (Uconnect威 studios) . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Rear Cupholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Rear Seat, Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Reclining Front Seats . . . . . . .
INDEX Satellite Radio Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Satellite Radio (Uconnect威 studios) . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Schedule, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 Seat Belt Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402 Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39,41,76 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage . . . . . . . . 46 And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
472 INDEX Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 451 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196,197,201,210 Settings, Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . 256,260,266 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Signals, Turn . . . . . . .
INDEX Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag . . . . . . . . 50 Sway Control, Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 Synthetic Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377 System, Remote Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . . . . . . . 240 Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . . . . . . . 168,345 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
474 INDEX Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . To Open Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight . . . . . Torque Converter Clutch . . . . . . . . . Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-Hour Towing Assistance . . . . . . Behind a Motor Home . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 475 Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Variance, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293,326,327 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
476 INDEX Washers, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136,137,384 Windshield Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77,239,244 Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398 Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136,137 Water Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Driving Through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Windshield Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Wheel and Wheel Trim . . . . .
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