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Fiat 500L Owner's Manual

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    O w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2 0 1 5 2015 500l 15bf-126-ac third edition rev 1 printed in u.S.A. 500l fca us llc.

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    Vehicles sold in canada with respect to any vehicles sold in canada, the name fca us llc shall be deemed to be deleted and the name fca canada inc. Used in substitution therefore. Driving and alcohol drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be serious...

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    Table of contents section page 1 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 things to know before starting your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 3 understa...

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    Introduction contents 䡵 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 䡵 vehicle identification number . . . . . . . .6 䡵 vehicle modifications/alterations . . . .7 1.

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    Introduction congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be as- sured that it represents precision workmanship, distinc- tive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This owner’s manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering spe...

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    1 introduction 5.

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    Warnings and cautions this owner’s manual contains warnings against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains cautions against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire owner’s manual, you may miss importan...

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    Note: it is illegal to remove or alter the vin. Vehicle modifications/alterations warning! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped vin location 1 introduction 7.

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    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ locking doors with a key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ key-in-ignition reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 䡵 sen...

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    䡵 door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 ▫ doors lock with one or more doors open . . .23 ▫ auto — relocking (only for rear doors) . . . . .24 ▫ child-protection door lock system — rear doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ to engage or disenga...

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    A word about your keys the key fob contains the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter with an integrated key. To use the mechanical key simply push the mechanical key release button. Note: the authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These number...

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    • avv: engine start-up; • mar: driving position. All electrical devices are en- abled. The ignition switch is fitted with a safety system that requires the ignition key to be turned back to stop if the engine does not start, before the starting operation can be repeated. 1 — stop (off/lock) 3 — avv ...

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    Warning! • before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into park and re- move the key fob from the vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • allowing children t...

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    Key-in-ignition reminder opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is off/lock sounds a signal to remove the key. Sentry key® the sentry key® immobilizer system prevents unau- thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not nee...

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    Replacement keys note: only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once a sentry key® has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. Note: when having the sentry key® immobilizer system serviced, bring all vehicle ...

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    2. Lock the door using either the central lock/unlock switch or the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter and close all doors. 3. The horn will sound and the vehicle security light in the instrument cluster will switch on for approxi- mately 3 seconds. This shows that the vehicle security alarm is ...

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    Remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the rke transmitter, once the vehicle security alarm is armed, when you pull the door handle to exit, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, push the unlock button on the rke transmitter to disarm the vehicle security alarm. Central lock/unlock (switch sa...

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    The direction indicators flash three times and the led above the button flashes to indicate that the safe lock device has been activated. If one or more of the doors are not closed correctly, the safe lock device will not acti- vate, preventing a person from getting stuck inside the passenger compar...

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    To unlock the doors and liftgate push 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 and the liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also ...

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    Replacing the battery in the key with remote control to replace the battery, proceed as follows: • push button a to open the metal insert b; • turn the screw c to unlock using a small screwdriver; • take out the battery case d and replace the battery e making sure that polarities are correct; • refi...

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    Note: changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If your rke transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. A weak battery in the transmitter. The expected ...

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    Once the doors have been locked with the rke transmit- ter, it will no longer be possible to unlock them by pressing central lock/unlock button. Note: with central locking active (led on), opening one of the front doors, it is possible to perform a central unlocking (led off). With central locking a...

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    Warning! (continued) • for personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • before exiting a vehicle, always turn the vehicle off, apply the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into park or the...

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    Maintains the central locking status if key is not inserted in ignition device, otherwise the vehicle will be unlocked and the led will be switched off. Note: if the key is not inserted in the ignition switch, but is inside the vehicle, the system does not recognize the presence of the key and after...

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    Note: for emergency exit from the rear seats when the child-protection door lock system is engaged, unlock the doors using the central unlock button, roll down the window and open the door using the exterior handle. Power windows power window switches the power window controls are located on the dri...

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    Note: the power window switches will remain active for up to three minutes after the ignition switch is cycled to the off position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. Warning! Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows. Do not leave...

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    Note: • if the window runs into any obstacle during auto- closure, it will reverse direction and then go back down. Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to close the window. • any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger the auto-reverse function unexpectedly during auto- closu...

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    Open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window. Liftgate to unlock the liftgate, use the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter or activate th...

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    Liftgate emergency release as a security measure, a liftgate emergency release is built into the liftgate latching mechanism. To access the liftgate emergency release proceed as follows: 1. Remove the rear headrests and fold down the seats completely 2. Take the screwdriver from the tool box supplie...

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    Occupant restraint systems some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: • seat belt systems • supplemental restraint systems (srs) air bags • child restraints important safety precautions please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells...

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    Restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older chil- dren who do not use child restraints or belt- positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat. 4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. 5. You should read the i...

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    Seat belt systems buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and could cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your own street. Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can redu...

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    Beltalert warning sequence the beltalert warning sequence is activated when the vehicle is moving above a specified vehicle speed range and the driver or outboard front seat passenger is un- buckled (the outboard front passenger seat beltalert is not active when the outboard front passenger seat is ...

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    Lap/shoulder belts all seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts. The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoul- der part of the seat belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. However, in ...

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    Warning! (continued) • wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the seat belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too. • two people ...

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    Warning! (continued) • a seat belt that is worn under your arm is danger- ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A seat belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the seat...

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    3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt i...

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    5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt. 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically ret...

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    Seat belts and pregnant women seat belts must be worn by all occupants including pregnant women: the risk of injury in the event of an accident is reduced for them and the unborn child if they are wearing a seat belt. Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and across the strong bones o...

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    The pretensioners are triggered by the occupant re- straint controller (orc). Like the air bags, the preten- sioners are single use items. A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately. Energy management feature this vehicle has a seat belt system with an energy manageme...

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    Around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the alr. If the alr is activated, you will hear a clicking sound as the seat belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably wrap around the occ...

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    How to disengage the automatic locking mode unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. Warning! • the seat belt assembly must be replaced if the switchable automati...

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    • supplemental side air bags • supplemental knee air bags • front and side impact sensors • seat belt pretensioners • seat belt buckle switch • seat track position sensors advanced front air bags this vehicle has advanced front air bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the ...

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    Warning! • being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during advanced front air bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • never place a rear-fa...

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    Advanced front air bag operation advanced front air bags are designed to provide addi- tional protection by supplementing the seat belts. Ad- vanced front air bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions. The ad- vanced front air bags will not deploy in al...

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    Knee impact bolsters the knee impact bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- pants for improved interaction with the advanced front air bags. Warning! • do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee impact bolsters in any way. • do not mount any a...

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    The sabs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury during certain side impacts and/or vehicle rollover events, in addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body structure. When the sab deploys, it opens the seam on the outboard side of the seatback’s trim cover. ...

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    Sabics may help reduce the risk of head or other injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side impacts and/or vehicle rollover events, in addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body structure. The sabics deploy downward, covering the side win- ...

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    Warning! • your vehicle is equipped with left and right supplemental side air bag inflatable curtains (sabics). Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the deployment of the sabics. The trim covering above the side win- dows where the sabic and its deployment path are located sho...

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    Help keep you in position, away from inflating side air bags. To get the best protection from the side air bags, occupants must wear their seat belts properly and sit upright with their backs against the seats. Children must be properly restrained in a child restraint or booster seat that is appropr...

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    The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions, including some collisions at certain angles, or some side collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger compartment. The side air bags may deploy during angled or offset frontal collisions where the advanced front air bags deploy. R...

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    Normally heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. • as the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas u...

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    On the nature of the event, the orc will determine whether to have the enhanced accident response sys- tem perform the following functions: • cut off fuel to the engine. • flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the hazard light button is pushed. The hazard lights can be deacti...

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    Customer action customer will see 1. Turn ignition off. (turn signal switch must be placed in neutral state). 2. Turn ignition on. Left turn light is off. Right turn light blinks. 3. Turn right turn signal switch on. Right turn light is on solid. Left turn light blinks. 4. Turn left turn signal swit...

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    Air bag warning light the air bags must be ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. The occupant restraint control- ler (orc) monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components. The orc monitors the readiness of the electronic p...

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    • the air bag warning light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving. Note: if the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the occupant restraint controller (orc) may also be disabled. In this condition the air bags may not be ready to inflate for your prote...

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    These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Note: edr data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the edr under normal driving conditions and no per- sonal data (e.G., name, g...

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    Warning! (continued) great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child’s size. There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn ...

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    Summary of recommendations for restraining children in vehicles child size, height, weight or age recommended type of child restraint infants and toddlers children who are two years old or younger and who have not reached the height or weight limits of their child restraint either an infant carrier ...

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    Infants and child restraints safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child restraint. Two types of child restraints can be used rear-facing: infant carriers and conv...

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    Remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height allowed by the child seat. All children whose weight or height is above the forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat bel...

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    Children too large for booster seats children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this simple 5-step test to decide whether ...

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    Recommendations for attaching child restraints restraint type combined weight of the child + child restraint use any attachment method shown with an “x” below latch – lower anchors only seat belt only latch – lower anchors + top tether anchor seat belt + top tether anchor rear-facing child restraint...

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    Lower anchors and tethers for children (latch) restraint system your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- age system called latch, which stands for lower anchors and tethers for children. The latch system has three vehicle anchor points for installing latch- equipped child seats. The...

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    Latch positions for installing child restraints in this vehicle • lower anchorage symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • top tether anchorage symbol 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 65.

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    What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the latch anchorage system to attach the child restraint? 65 lbs (29.5 kg) use the latch anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt and teth...

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    Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat? Yes the child seat may touch the back of the front passen- ger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for more information. Can the head restraints be remove...

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    Locating the upper tether anchorages there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat, near the floor. Latch-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to...

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    Tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage. Center seat latch: warning! • do not install a child restraint in the center posi- tion using the latch system. This position is not ...

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    Restraint to get a better fit. If the rear seat can be moved forward and rearward in the vehicle, you may wish to move it to its rear-most position to make room for the child seat. You may also move the front seat forward to allow more room for the child seat. 3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors...

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    Warning! • improper installation of a child restraint to the latch anchorages can lead to failure of the re- straint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. • child restraint anchorages ar...

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    Lap/shoulder belt systems for installing child restraints in this vehicle • alr = switchable automatic locking retractor 72 things to know before starting your vehicle.

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    What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the tether anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? Weight limit of the child restraint always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a forward facing child restraint, ...

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    Installing a child restraint with a switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. If the rear seat can be moved forward and r...

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    Strap. See the section “installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage” for directions to attach a tether anchor. 9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direc...

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    Tether anchorage for that seating position, move the child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is available. 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints...

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    Warning! • an incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchorage position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. • if your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat, make sure the tethe...

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    Caution! Never use non-detergent oil or straight mineral oil in the engine or damage may result. Note: a new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as a problem. Safety tip...

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    Exhaust gas warning! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (co), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (co), follow these safety tips: • do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined...

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    Safety checks you should make inside the vehicle seat belts inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision. Rear s...

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    Warning! Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- sonal injury. • always make sure that floor mats are properly attached to the floor mat fasteners. • never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot b...

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    Periodic safety checks you should make outside the vehicle tires examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. Ch...

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . .86 ▫ conversation mirror — if equipped . . . . . . . . .87 ▫ power mirro...

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    ▫ turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 ▫ lane change assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 ▫ follow me home/headlight delay . . . . . . . . .108 ▫ front fog lights — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . .109 ▫ interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    ▫ programming a rolling code . . . . . . . . . . . . .131 ▫ programming a non-rolling code . . . . . . . . .133 ▫ canadian/gate operator programming . . . . . .134 ▫ using homelink®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 ▫ security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 ▫ tr...

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    Mirrors inside day/night mirror a single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting. The mirror head can be adjus...

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    To the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate. Note: this feature is disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse. Caution! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleani...

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    To gain access to the conversation mirror, pull downward on the mirror to the open position. Power mirrors the power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. To adjust a mirror, turn the control knob toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in th...

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    Move. When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror. Folding mirrors the exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to pivot forward or rearward to help avoid damage. The mirror has three detent positions: full forwar...

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    Sun visor “slide-on-rod” feature the sun visor “slide-on-rod” feature allows for addi- tional flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the sun. To use the “slide-on-rod” feature, rotate the sun visor downward and unclip it. Pull the sun visor along the “slide-on-rod” until the sun visor is ...

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    Seats front seats forward/rearward adjustment the adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once the desired position is reached. Then, using body pressure, move forward and...

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    Warning! • adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious injury or death could...

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    Recliner adjustment the recline lever is located on the outboard side of the seat. To recline the seat, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, lean back to the desired position and release the lever. To return the seatback to its normal upright posi- tion, lean forward and lift the lever. Release th...

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    Warning! (continued) adjusted properly and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. • do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even f...

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    Note: once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes. Warning! • persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion or other physical condition must exercise care...

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    Rear seats rear seats forward/rearward adjustment the adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once the desired position is reached. Then, using body pressure, move forward...

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    Reclining rear seats the recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat cushion. To adjust the seatback, lift upward on the handle, lean back on the seatback and when you reach the desired position, release the handle. Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt ...

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    2. Fold the seatback forward. 3. Locate the seatback recline lever on the outboard side of the seat and lift upward on the lever. Seatback release lever seatback folded 98 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    4. Slowly flip the entire seat forward. 5. Slowly flip the entire seat rearward and firmly lock the seat into position. 6. Raise the rear seatback and firmly lock the seatback into position. Seatback recline lever folding rear seat 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 99.

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    Rear armrest — if equipped to use the armrest, lower it downward. Head restraints head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear- impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top o...

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    Warning! The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- pying a seat. Head restraints should never be ad- justed while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious in...

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    The reactive head restraints will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact. If the reactive head restraints do not return to their normal position, see your authorized dealership immediately. Warning! • a loose head restraint thrown forward in a colli- sion or hard stop ...

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    Rear head restraints the rear seats are equipped with adjustable head re- straints, the outboard head restraints have two comfort positions, while the central head restraint have to use in the raised position. When there are no occupants in the center seat, the head restraint can be lowered for maxi...

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    For proper routing of a child seat tether, refer to “occupant restraints” in “things to know before start- ing your vehicle.” warning! All the head restraints must be reinstalled in the vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the re-installation instructions above prior to operating the ve...

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    2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the red safety catch lever to the left and raise the hood. The safety catch lever is located under the center front edge of the hood. Caution! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately ...

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    Caution! (continued) secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged. Warning! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. ...

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    Headlights rotate the end of the multifunction lever up- ward to the first detent for headlight operation. Note: when the headlights are turned on, the daytime running lights will be deactivated. Daytime running lights — if equipped to activate the daytime running lights (drl), rotate the end of the...

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    Flash-to-pass you can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released. Parking lights to turn on the parking lights, remove the key or turn the igniti...

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    Is pulled, the activation of the lights will be extended by 30 seconds. The activation of the lights can be extended to a maximum of 210 seconds. Deactivation pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for more than two seconds. Front fog lights — if equipped the fog light sw...

  • Page 112

    Push the switch to the off/left position from its center position and the lights are always off. Leave the switch in the center position, and the lights are turned on and off when the doors are opened or closed. On/right position off/left position 110 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 113

    The switches on the left and right sides of the overhead console controls the map or reading function of the lights. Push the switch to the right to turn on the right light and push the switch to the left to turn on the left light. Caution! Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the switch i...

  • Page 114

    Interior light timing (center position) there are four different modes of operation that can be activated in this position: • when one door is opened a three minute timer is activated. • when the key is removed from the ignition (within two minutes of the ignition being turned off), a 10 second time...

  • Page 115

    Windshield wiper off this is the normal position of the wiper lever. Intermittent speed rotate the end of the lever upward to the first detent. The wipers will operate at intermittent speed. Low speed rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent. The wipers will operate at low speed. High...

  • Page 116

    Manual high speed/mist push the lever upward from the off position. The wipers will operate at high speed to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. This operation will continue until the lever is released. When the lever is released, the wipers will return to the off position and autom...

  • Page 117

    Caution! • turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off. • in cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the “park” posi- tion be...

  • Page 118

    Pushing the windshield wiper lever forward activates the rear window washer. Keep the windshield wiper lever pushed for more than half a second to activate the rear window wiper as well. Releasing the windshield wiper lever will activate the smart washing function, as de- scribed for the windscreen ...

  • Page 119

    Tilt/telescoping steering column this feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping control handle is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. To unlock the steering column, p...

  • Page 120

    Electronic speed control when engaged, the electronic speed control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The electronic speed control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. Electronic speed control buttons 1 — res + 3 — cancel 2 — on/off 4 ...

  • Page 121

    Note: in order to ensure proper operation, the elec- tronic speed control system has been designed to shut down if multiple speed control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the electronic speed control system can be reactivated by pushing the electronic speed control on/off but...

  • Page 122

    To deactivate a soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the canc button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate electronic speed control without erasing the set speed memory. Pushing the on/off button or turning the ignition switch off erases the set speed in memory. To resu...

  • Page 123

    • if the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established. To decrease speed when the electronic speed control is set, you can de- crease speed by pushing the set (-) button. The drivers preferred units can...

  • Page 124

    Note: the electronic speed control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without electronic speed control. Warning! Electronic speed control can be dangerous...

  • Page 125

    Rear park assist sensors the four rear park assist sensors, located in the rear fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect obstacles, in the horizontal direction, from approximately 12 in (30 cm) up to 55 in (140 cm) from the ...

  • Page 126

    Audible and visual signals supplied by the rear park assist system signal meaning indication obstacle distance an obstacle is present within the sensors’ field of view audible signal (dashboard loudspeaker) • sound pulses emitted at a rate that increases as the distance decreases. • emits continuous...

  • Page 127

    While audible signals are emitted, the audio system is not muted. The audible signal is turned off immediately if the distance increases. The tone cycle remains constant if the distance measured by the inner sensors is constant. If this condition occurs for the external sensors, the signal is turned...

  • Page 128

    Jet/high pressure washing nozzles at least 4 in (10 cm) from the sensors. Do not scratch or poke the sensors. Otherwise, you could damage the sensors. Park assist system usage precautions note: • ensure that the outer surface and the underside of the rear bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud,...

  • Page 129

    Caution! (continued) • the vehicle must be driven slowly when using rear park assist in order to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is detected. It is recommended that the driver looks over his/her shoulder when using rear park assist. Warning! • drivers must be careful when backing up even wh...

  • Page 130

    Parkview® rear back up camera — if equipped your vehicle may be equipped with the parkview® rear back up camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into reverse. The image will be displayed in the touchscreen display alon...

  • Page 131

    The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone: zone distance to the rear of the vehicle red 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) yellow 1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m) green 3 ft or greater (1 m or greater) warning! Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the parkview® rear back up cam...

  • Page 132

    Note: if snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. Garage door opener — if equipped homelink® replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as g...

  • Page 133

    For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the homelink® system. To erase the channels place the ignition in the on/run position and pus...

  • Page 134

    1. Place the ignition in the on/run position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the homelink® button you wish to program while keeping the homelink® indicator light in view. 3. Push and hold the homelink® button you want to program while you push and hold the han...

  • Page 135

    Note: you have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the learn button has been pushed. 6. Return to the vehicle and push the programmed homelink® button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the garage door opener/device activates, programming is complete. Note: if t...

  • Page 136

    3. Push and hold the homelink® button you want to program while you push and hold the hand-held transmitter button. 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi- cator light. The homelink® indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after homelink® has received the frequency signal from th...

  • Page 137

    Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- mission – which may not be long enough for homelink® to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this canadian law, some u.S. Gate operators are designed to time-out in the same...

  • Page 138

    Reprogramming a single homelink® button (canadian/gate operator) to reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Cycle the ignition to the on/run position. 2. Push and hold the desired homelink® button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not...

  • Page 139

    Troubleshooting tips if you are having trouble programming homelink®, here are some of the most common solutions: • replace the battery in the original hand-held transmit- ter. • push the learn button on the garage door opener to complete the training for a rolling code. • did you unplug the device ...

  • Page 140

    General information this device complies with fcc rules part 15 and industry canada rss-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause...

  • Page 141

    Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sun- roof while operating the power sunroo...

  • Page 142

    To open • pull the power sunroof switch for approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the vented posi- tion. Pull the power sunroof switch a second time for approximately one second and release, the sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called “express open”. Note: du...

  • Page 143

    Note: during the automatic opening and closing stages, if the power sun blind switch is pulled again it will stop the blind movement. Power outlets passenger compartment power socket the power outlet is located on the central tunnel, in front of the shift lever, between the two cup holders. It only ...

  • Page 144

    Cigar lighter — if equipped this is located on the central tunnel, next to the parking brake lever. To activate the cigar lighter, push and release the knob. After a few seconds the knob automatically returns to its initial position, and the cigar lighter is ready for use. Cigar lighter — if equippe...

  • Page 145

    Warning! When the cigar lighter is in use it becomes very hot. To avoid serious injury, handle the cigar lighter with care. Always check that the cigar lighter has turned off. Note: • always check that the cigar lighter is switched off. • do not connect devices with power higher than 180 w to the so...

  • Page 146

    For the rear seat passengers their is one cupholder located in the center armrest. Storage glove compartment your vehicle is equipped with a upper and lower glove compartment which is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Push the latch button upward on the upper glove compartment door ...

  • Page 147

    Upper and lower glove compartments glove compartment storage 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 145.

  • Page 148

    Front center armrest storage — if equipped the front center armrest contains a storage compartment. To open the storage compartment push in the upper release latch on the front of the armrest. Lift upward on the armrest to gain access to the storage area. The front center armrest can also be lifted ...

  • Page 149

    Rear cargo storage features the car features a load platform which can be adjusted to three different heights, permitting modular luggage com- partment volume: • position 1 (platform completely lowered) permits maximum luggage compartment capacity. • position 2 (platform at threshold level) permits ...

  • Page 150

    Caution! The dimension of the cargo floor permit a maximum capacity of a distributed weight of 154 lbs (70kg) (if positioned at threshold level) or 88 lbs (40 kg) (if (continued) caution! (continued) positioned at raised level) do not add objects with a higher weight. Access to double load compartme...

  • Page 151

    2. Place the desired objects in compartment. 3. Then reposition the platform correctly in the housings on the side panels and rear crossmember. Load platform 1 — handle 2 — platform load compartment 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 149.

  • Page 152

    Note: movements of the load platform must take place in a central position relative to the luggage compartment. Moving the load platform to move the load platform from lower to upper position, proceed as follows: 1. Grip handle and raise the platform, holding it with one hand. Platform housings 1 — ...

  • Page 153

    2. Position the platform correctly on housing on the side panels. Securing your load there are two tie downs inside the luggage compartment for attaching cables which can secure the load carried. Load platform 1 — handle 2 — platform raised position 1 — front housing locations 2 — rear housing locat...

  • Page 154

    A further two tie downs located on the rear crossmember. Two hooks are also available on the side panels to fix loads which are not excessively heavy (e.G. Bags). To use the hooks, push the release button. Cargo tie down locations cargo side panel hook locations 1 — release button 2 — hook 152 under...

  • Page 155

    Caution! The maximum load admitted per each bag hook is 22 lbs (10 kg). Storage compartments there are two storage compartments located on the rear side panels. Rear window features rear window defroster the rear window defroster button is located with the climate controls on the instrument panel. P...

  • Page 156

    Indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 20 minutes. To manually shut the defroster off, push the button a second time. Note: to prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear window defroster o...

  • Page 157

    Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars. The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity. Warning! Cargo must be secu...

  • Page 159

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . .159 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . .161 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171 ▫ e...

  • Page 160

    ▫ player operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183 䡵 cd/dvd disc maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .184 䡵 radio operation and mobile phones . .184 䡵 climate controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185 ▫ manual climate control system . . . . . . . . . . .185 ▫ automatic dual zone c...

  • Page 161

    Instrument panel features 1 — side vent 7 — fixed upper air vent 13 — climate controls 2 — steering wheel audio control — lo- cated on back side of steering wheel 8 — passenger advanced front air bag 14 — usb port/sd card/aux socket 3 — multifunction lever – light control 9 — upper glove compartment...

  • Page 162

    Instrument cluster 160 understanding your instrument panel.

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    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Speedometer the speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per hour (mph) and/or kilometers per hour (km/h). 2. Cruise set indicator — if equipped this light will turn on when the electronic speed control is set. For further information, refer to “electronic spee...

  • Page 164

    Note: • the esc off indicator light and the esc activation/ malfunction indicator light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to on/run. • each time the ignition is turned to on/run, the esc system will be on, even if it was turned off previously. 5. Brake warning light this li...

  • Page 165

    The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the on/run position. Note: this light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. 6. Rear defrost light this indicator will illuminate when the rear win- dow ...

  • Page 166

    Caution! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If all the segments of the temperature gauge are lit, 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 you hear continuous chimes, t...

  • Page 167

    12. High beam indicator this light indicates that the headlights are on high beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer- ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam. 13. Park/headlight on indicator / follow me home (headlight delay) indicator — if equipped this indicator will illuminate wh...

  • Page 168

    16. Air bag warning light this light will turn on for four seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to on/run. If the light is either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “...

  • Page 169

    Certain conditions, such as poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the mil after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing. Caution! Prolonged dri...

  • Page 170

    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 illumi- nates, you should stop and c...

  • Page 171

    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 opera- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- placement equipment that is not of the same size, t...

  • Page 172

    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 the repair/ service,...

  • Page 173

    25. Anti-lock brake (abs) light this light monitors the anti-lock brake system (abs). The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the on/run position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the abs light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock p...

  • Page 174

    • outside temperature • gear indicator • odometer (display of distance travelled in miles/ kilometers) • car status indication (e.G. Doors open, possible ice on road, service, etc.) evic control buttons the evic control buttons are located on the instrument panel below the radio. Push and release th...

  • Page 175

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) setup menu the menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle. The menu includes the following functions: • dimmer • speed buzzer • first page • buzzer volume • belt buzzer • hill start • exit menu • selecting an option of the main menu without ...

  • Page 176

    Push and release the up or down button (by single pushes) to select the new setting for this sub- menu option. Briefly push and release the menu button to store the new setting and go back to the previously selected submenu option. Push and release and hold the menu button to return to the main menu...

  • Page 177

    Trip computer the trip computer is located in the instrument cluster. It features a driver-interactive display (displays informa- tion such as; trip information, range, fuel consumption, average speed and travel time). Trip button the trip button, located on the right steering column stalk, can be u...

  • Page 178

    New trip to reset: • push and hold the trip button to reset the system manually. • when the “trip distance” reaches 9999.9 miles or kilometers or when the “travel time” reaches 999.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes), the system is reset auto- matically. • disconnecting/reconnecting the battery resets the ...

  • Page 179

    • trip distance a • average economy a • instant economy • average speed a • travel time a (driving time). “trip b” can be used to display the figures relating to: • trip distance b • average economy b • average speed b • travel time b (driving time). Note: “trip b” functions may be excluded (see “tr...

  • Page 180

    Average economy this value shows the approximate average consumption since the last reset. Instant economy this indicates the fuel consumption. The value is con- stantly updated. The message “----” will appear on the display if the car is parked with the engine running. Average speed this value show...

  • Page 181

    Buzzer volume (adjusting the failure/warning buzzer volume) with this function the volume of the buzzer accompany- ing any failure/warning indication can be adjusted to one of eight volume levels. To adjust the volume proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the menu button. The pre- viously ...

  • Page 182

    Note: selection is possible between 20 – 125 mph or (32 – 201 km/h), depending on the selected unit. The setting will increase/decrease by five units each time the up/down button is pushed. Push and hold the up/down button to increase/decrease the setting rapidly. Save the setting by briefly pushing...

  • Page 183

    Hill start assist this function is used when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. Hill start assist maintains the same level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the foot has been removed from the brake pedal. Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off...

  • Page 184

    Refer to the uconnect® 5.0/6.5 user’s manual for ipod® and external usb support capability. Steering wheel audio controls the remote sound system controls are located at the rear of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. Usb/aux ports 1 — usb connector 2 — aux/cable jack ...

  • Page 185

    The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume, and pushing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume. Pushing the center button will mak...

  • Page 186

    Cd/dvd disc maintenance to keep a cd/dvd in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. 3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch...

  • Page 187

    Climate controls manual climate control system controls the manual climate controls consist of a series of rotary dials, an inner push knob and two push buttons. 1. Temperature control rotate this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the dial to t...

  • Page 188

    Note: • continuous use of the recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended. • the use of the recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on the inside, because of moisture buildup inside the veh...

  • Page 189

    6. Mode control rotate this control to change the system between modes (panel, bi-level, floor, mix, defrost). • panel air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel. These outlets can be ad- justed to direct airflow. Note: the center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they a...

  • Page 190

    Rear window defrosting push and release the rear window defrost button to turn the function on/off. The activation of the function is indicated by the rear defrost warning light on the instrument panel switching on. The function is automatically deactivated after 20 minutes. If equipped, push the re...

  • Page 191

    Air distribution selection rotate the mode control knob to manually select one of the five possible air distribution settings in the passenger compartment: air flow to the front windshield, front side win- dow and front/rear footwell diffusers. Air flow to the front/rear footwell diffusers. This air...

  • Page 192

    It activates in cold weather conditions, if the following conditions are verified: • outside temperature low; • engine coolant temperature low; • engine on; • fan speed set to 1st speed; • temperature control knob turned completely clock- wise to red section. The heater is switched off when at least...

  • Page 193

    Automatic dual zone climate control system (if equipped) controls 1. Driver temperature control provides the driver with independent temperature con- trol. Rotate adjustment knob to set desired temperature. Note: in sync mode, this button will also automatically adjust the passenger temperature sett...

  • Page 194

    Note: • when in defrost mode, the recirculation button will flash if pushed. This indicates that you can not proceed to this mode due to fogging risk. • when the auto indicator is on and the recirculation indicator is off, the recirculation is in auto mode. If the recirculation indicator is on, the ...

  • Page 195

    7. Blower control indicator leds leds illuminate to visually indicate blower speed. 8. Mode control the airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, demist outlets and defrost outlets. 9. Front defrost control push and release the front def...

  • Page 196

    12. Auto button automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing this function will cause the atc to switch between manual mode and automatic modes. Description the automatic dual zone climate control system regulates the air temperatures...

  • Page 197

    Manual selections always take priority over automatic ones and are stored until the auto button is pushed or the system itself intervenes for specific safety reasons. The amount of air introduced into the passenger com- partment is not affected by car speed; it is regulated by the fan, which is cont...

  • Page 198

    In this way the system operates completely automatically to adjust the temperature, quantity and distribution of the air introduced into the passenger compartment. It also manages the air recirculation function and the acti- vation of the air conditioning compressor. During automatic operation, you ...

  • Page 199

    Turning the control knobs completely in one direction or the other activates the ⬙hi⬙ (maximum heating) or ⬙lo⬙ (maximum cooling) functions respectively. To deactivate these functions, turn the temperature knob to the desired temperature. Air distribution selection by pushing the mode control button...

  • Page 200

    • up/right arrows – air flow distribution between windshield defrosting diffusers and side and central dashboard vents. This allows air to be sent to the windshield in conditions of strong sunlight. • up/right/down arrows – air flow distribution to all diffusers on the car. Note: air always flows fr...

  • Page 201

    If the auto button is pushed when the auto led is on, the system switches to completely manual mode; it displays the current flow and distribution status, which will no longer be managed automatically. If a manual intervention is made on at least the air distribution, on compressor button or on the ...

  • Page 202

    • forced deactivation (air recirculation always off, air intake from the outside), signalled by the led on the recirculation control button switching off forced activation/deactivation can be selected by push- ing the recirculation control button. When the on/off button is pushed, the climate contro...

  • Page 203

    The system remembers that the compressor has been switched off, even after the engine has stopped. When the compressor is switched off, the system deacti- vates air recirculation to prevent the windows from misting up. Pushing the a/c button will stop the auto mode (the auto led will switch off). To...

  • Page 204

    Note: the front defrost control (max-def) function remains on for about three minutes from when the engine coolant reaches the appropriate temperature. When the function is activated, the led on the auto button switches off. With the function activated the only possible manual adjustments are adjust...

  • Page 205

    Note: do not affix stickers to the inside of the heated rear window over the heating filaments, to avoid damage that might cause them to stop working properly. Switching off the climate control system push the on/off button. With climate control system off: • air recirculation is on, thus isolating ...

  • Page 206

    Uconnect® voice recognition quick tips introducing uconnect® start using uconnect® voice recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key voice commands and tips you need to know to control your uconnect® 5.0 or 6.5a/6.5an system. Key features: • 5.0-inch color touchscreen display with...

  • Page 207

    Key features: • 6.5-inch color touchscreen display with am/fm/ usb/sd card/bluetooth® • bluetooth with integrated voice control • gps navigation (if equipped) get started all you need to control your uconnect® system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel. 1. Visit uconnectphone.Com ...

  • Page 208

    5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the vr or phone button and saying a voice command from current category. Uconnect® voice command 1 — push to initiate or to answer a phone call, send or re- ceive a text 2 — push to mute 3 — push to end call 4 — push to begin radio, ...

  • Page 209

    Basic voice commands the basic voice commands below can be given at any point while using your uconnect® system. Push the vr button . After the beep, say ѧ • cancel to stop a current voice session. • help to hear a list of suggested voice commands. • repeat to listen to the system prompts again. Not...

  • Page 210

    Radio use your voice to quickly get to the am, fm or siriusxm satellite radio® stations you would like to hear. (sub- scription or included siriusxm satellite radio® trial required.) push the vr button . After the beep, say ѧ • tune to ninety-five-point-five fm. • tune to satellite channel hits 1. T...

  • Page 211

    Media uconnect® offers connections via usb port, bluetooth® and auxiliary ports (if equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected usb and ipod® devices. (remote cd player optional and not available on all vehicles.) uconnect® 5.0 radio uconnect® 6.5a/6.5an radio 4 understanding your ins...

  • Page 212

    Push the vr button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist. • change source to bluetooth®. • change source to ipod®. • change source to usb. • play artist beethoven; play album greatest hits; play song moonlight sonat...

  • Page 213

    Phone making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with uconnect®. When the phonebook button is illumi- nated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. Check uconnectphone.Com for mobile phone compatibility and pairing instructions. Push the phone button . After the beep, say one of the foll...

  • Page 214

    Navigation (6.5a/6.5an) the uconnect® navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go. Uconnect® 5.0 phone uconnect® 6.5a/6.5an phone 212 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 215

    1. To enter a destination, push the vr button . After the beep, say: • for the 6.5an uconnect® system, say: “navigate to 800 chrysler drive auburn hills, michigan.” 2. Then follow the system prompts. Tip: to start a poi search, push the vr button . After the beep, say: “ find nearest coffee shop.” u...

  • Page 216

    Voice text reply uconnect® will announce incoming text messages. Push the phone button and say “listen.” (must have com- patible mobile phone paired to uconnect® system.) 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the phone button . After the beep, say: “reply.” 2. Listen to the uconnect®...

  • Page 217

    Additional information © 2015 fca us llc. All rights reserved. Mopar and uconnect are registered trademarks and mopar owner connect is a trademark of fca us llc. Android is a trademark of google inc. Siriusxm and all related marks and logos are trademarks of siriusxm radio inc. Uconnect® system supp...

  • Page 219

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221 ▫ manual transmission — if equipped . . . . . . .221 ▫ automatic transmission — if equipped . . . . .221 ▫ normal starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221 ▫ cold weather operation . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 220

    䡵 driving on slippery surfaces . . . . . . . . .246 ▫ acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .246 ▫ traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .246 䡵 driving through water . . . . . . . . . . . . .247 ▫ flowing/rising water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    ▫ tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273 ▫ tire pressures for high speed operation . . . .275 ▫ radial ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .275 ▫ tire types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .276 ▫ run flat tires — if equipped . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 222

    䡵 recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299 ▫ towing this vehicle behind another vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299 220 starting and operating.

  • Page 223

    Starting procedures before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a numb...

  • Page 224

    Turn the ignition switch to the avv/acc (start) position and release it when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the stop (off/lock) position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “normal starting” procedure. Cold weather operation to prev...

  • Page 225

    4. If the engine fails to start after eight attempts, allow the starter to cool for at least 10 minutes, then repeat the procedure. Caution! To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. If engine...

  • Page 226

    On the type of driving and the amount of cargo, the pump will run for up to 10 minutes after the engine has been shut off to circulate coolant through the turbocharger. Although the pump is rubber-mounted for quiet opera- tion, it is normal to hear it running during this time. Manual transmission — ...

  • Page 227

    For most city driving you will find it easier to use only the lower gears. For steady highway driving with light accelerations, sixth gear is recommended. Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged. This will c...

  • Page 228

    When turning a corner, or driving up a steep grade, downshift early so that the engine will not be overbur- dened. Automatic transmission — if equipped caution! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • shift into or out of park or reverse only after the...

  • Page 229

    Warning! (continued) turn the engine off, and remove the ignition key. Once the key is removed, the transmission is locked in park, securing the vehicle against un- wanted movement. • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the igni- tion key from the vehicle and lock the vehicle. • never leave chil...

  • Page 230

    Six-speed euro twin clutch transmission — if equipped the transmission gear position display (located in the instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range. You must press the brake pedal and the lock button on the shift lever to move the shift lever out of park (refer to “brake/transmiss...

  • Page 231

    Accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears. The transmission shift lever has park, reverse, neu- tral, drive, and autostick® shift positions. Manual shifts can be made using the autostick® shift control (re...

  • Page 232

    Never attempt to use park while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. When parking on a level surface, you may shift the transmission into park first, and then apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before shifting...

  • Page 233

    Warning! (continued) • unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into park, turn the engine off, and r...

  • Page 234

    The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission into the park posi- tion: • when shifting into park, press the lock button on the shift lever and firmly move the lever all the way forward until it stops and is fully seated. • look at the transmission gear pos...

  • Page 235

    Caution! (continued) severe transmission damage. Refer to “recreational towing” in “starting and operating” and “towing a disabled vehicle” in “what to do in emergencies” for further information. Drive (d) this range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshift...

  • Page 236

    Pedal is not applied after a short time, the car will roll back. Either reapply the brake (to hold the vehicle) or press the accelerator to climb the hill. • before and after the engine is started, you may hear a hydraulic pump for a short period of time. This noise is normal and will not damage the...

  • Page 237

    Message description gear unavailable in autostick mode, the gear selected by the driver is not available due to a fault condition. See your authorized dealer for diagnosis and service. Shift not allowed the gear position requested by the driver is currently blocked. This occurs if re- verse is reque...

  • Page 238

    Message description transmission getting hot press brake the transmission driving clutch is overheating, usually due to repeated launches in stop-and-go traffic. Pull over and allow the transmission to cool in neutral until “trans. Cool ready to drive” is displayed. Trans. Hot stop safely shift to p...

  • Page 239

    Transmission limp home mode transmission function is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, transmission limp home mode is activated. In this mode, some gears will be unavailable. The transmission will operate only in a ...

  • Page 240

    Six-speed automatic transmission (aisin f21-250 hd) — if equipped the transmission gear position display (located in the instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range. You must press the brake pedal and the lock button on the shift lever to move the shift lever out of park (refer to “bra...

  • Page 241

    Shifts can be made using the autostick shift control (refer to “autostick” in this section for further information). Moving the shift lever into the autostick (+/-) position (beside the drive position) activates autostick mode, providing manual shift control and displaying the cur- rent gear in the ...

  • Page 242

    When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before shifting the transmission to park, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of park. As an added precau- tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away f...

  • Page 243

    Warning! (continued) locked in park, securing the vehicle against un- wanted movement. • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the igni- tion key from the vehicle and lock the vehicle. • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a ve...

  • Page 244

    • look at the transmission gear position display and verify that it indicates the park position. • with brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever will not move out of park. Reverse (r) this range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into reverse only after the vehicle has come to a comp...

  • Page 245

    Drive (d) this range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission automatically upshifts through all forward gears. The drive position provides optimum driving characteris- tics under all normal ope...

  • Page 246

    In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the following steps: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Shift the transmission into park. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the off position. 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. 5. Restart the engine. 6. Shi...

  • Page 247

    Forward (-) triggers a downshift, and rearward (+) an upshift. The current gear is displayed in the instrument cluster. Note: in autostick mode, the transmission will only shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever rearward (+) or forward (-), except as described below. • the transmissio...

  • Page 248

    Position at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. Warning! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury. Driving on slippery surfaces acceleration...

  • Page 249

    2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. Keep tires properly inflated. 5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop. Driving through w...

  • Page 250

    Warning! • driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping distances. Therefore, after driving throu...

  • Page 251

    Caution! (continued) damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. • getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious internal damage to the engine. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Electric power steering...

  • Page 252

    When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the mar (acc/on/run) position, the brake warning light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill gra...

  • Page 253

    Warning! (continued) • do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. • be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and a c...

  • Page 254

    Brakes will still function. However, the effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating. Electronic brake control system your vehicle is equipped with a advanced electronic brake control system that includes the anti-lock brake system (ab...

  • Page 255

    Warning! (continued) firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop. • the anti-lock brake system (abs) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes...

  • Page 256

    Unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the bas is deactivated. Warning! • the brake assist system (bas) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevail- ing road conditions. • the bas cannot p...

  • Page 257

    Hill start assist (hsa) the hsa system is designed to assist the driver when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. Hsa will maintain the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the driver takes his foot off the brake pedal. If the driver does not apply the thr...

  • Page 258

    “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in “under- standing your instrument panel” for further information. Dynamic steering torque (dst) the dst function uses the integration of the esc system with the electric power steering to increase the safety level of the whole car. In critical situati...

  • Page 259

    Warning! The electronic stability control (esc) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. Esc cannot prevent all accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very...

  • Page 260

    Malfunction indicator light begins to flash during accel- eration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. Note: • the esc activation/malfunction indicator light and the esc off indicator light co...

  • Page 261

    “esc off” button and the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” will turn off. This will restore the normal “esc on” mode of operation. Note: to improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or when starting off in deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to th...

  • Page 262

    Electronic roll mitigation (erm) this system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle. When erm determines that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle’s speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel li...

  • Page 263

    Tire safety information tire markings note: • p (passenger) — metric tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards. P-metric tires have the letter “p” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: p215/65r15 95h. • european — metric tire sizing is based on european design stand...

  • Page 264

    • temporary spare tires are designed for temporary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- pact spare tires have the letter “t” or “s” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: t145/80d18 103m. • high flotation tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards and it beg...

  • Page 265

    Example: r = construction code – ⬙r⬙ means radial construction, or – ⬙d⬙ means diagonal or bias construction 15, 16, 18 = 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 r...

  • Page 266

    Example: load identification: absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a standard load (sl) tire: • xl = extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • ll = light load tire or • c, d, e, f, g = load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a...

  • Page 267

    Example: dot ma l9 abcd 0301 dot = department of transportation – this symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the u.S. Department of transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use ma = code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) l9 = code repres...

  • Page 268

    Tire terminology and definitions term definition b-pillar the vehicle b-pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours,...

  • Page 269

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire and loading information placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side b-pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example tire placard location (door) 5 starting and operating 267.

  • Page 270

    Tire and loading information placard this placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. Example tire placard location (b-pillar) tire and loading information placard 268 starting and operating.

  • Page 271

    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 t...

  • Page 272

    4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “xxx” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 ...

  • Page 273

    5 starting and operating 271.

  • Page 274

    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 pressur...

  • Page 275

    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 recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the stability of the v...

  • Page 276

    At least once a month: • check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality pocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Tires may look properly inflated even when they are under- inflated. • inspect tires for signs of tire wear or visible damage. Cau...

  • Page 277

    Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kpa) during operation. Do not reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low. Tire pressures for high speed operation the manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and within posted speed limits. Where speed limits ...

  • Page 278

    Tire repair if your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it meets the following criteria: • the tire has not been driven on when flat. • the damage is only on the tread section of your tire (sidewall damage is not repairable). • the puncture is no greater than a ¼ of an inch (6 mm). Consult a...

  • Page 279

    Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Warning! Do not use summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You could lose vehi...

  • Page 280

    While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked before using these tire types. Run flat tires — if equipped run flat tires a...

  • Page 281

    Equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation pattern. Compact spare tire — if equipped the compact spa...

  • Page 282

    Full size spare — if equipped the full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the ...

  • Page 283

    Tire spinning when stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping. Refer to “freeing a stuck vehicle” in “what to do in emergencies” for further information. Warning! Fast spinning tire...

  • Page 284

    These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to “replacement tires” in this section for further information. L...

  • Page 285

    Wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu- facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on “tread wear indicator”. Refer to the tire and loading information placard or ...

  • Page 286

    Warning! (continued) • never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity, other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure. You could lose control and have a collision. • failure to equip your vehicle wi...

  • Page 287

    Caution! To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: • because of restricted traction device clearance be- tween tires and other suspension components, it is important that only traction devices in good condi- tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious damage. S...

  • Page 288

    Tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. Refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being perfor...

  • Page 289

    The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kpa) for every 12°f (6.5°c). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure after th...

  • Page 290

    Pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn on the tire pressure monitoring telltale light. Driving the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately 27 psi (186 kpa), but the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will still be on. In this situation, the tire pressure monitoring tel...

  • Page 291

    • the tpms should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure. • driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handlin...

  • Page 292

    Tire pressure monitoring low pressure warnings the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will illumi- nate in the instrument cluster, an audible chime will be activated, and the “check left or right front/rear tire” text message will display when one or more of the four active road tire pressures ...

  • Page 293

    Note: your vehicle may be equipped with a compact spare wheel and tire assembly. • the compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the tpms will not moni- tor the tire pressure in the compact spare tire. • if you install the compact spare tire in place of a road ti...

  • Page 294

    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: • this device may not cause harmful interference. • this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesi...

  • Page 295

    Reformulated gasoline many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “reformulated gasoline”. Reformulated gasoline contain oxygenates and are spe- cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- prove air quality. The use of reformulated gasoline is recom...

  • Page 296

    Vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without mmt be used in your vehicle. The mmt content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains mmt. Mmt is prohibited in federal and california reformulated...

  • Page 297

    Caution! (continued) • the use of fuel additives, which are now being sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor- mance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the respon...

  • Page 298

    Warning! (continued) • guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. Adding fuel 1. Open the fuel filler door. 2. The...

  • Page 299

    Funnel location inside of tool kit funnel location for vehicle with optional spare tire 5 starting and operating 297.

  • Page 300

    Caution! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. Warning! • never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled. • never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most stat...

  • Page 301

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle towing condition wheels off the ground manual transmission euro twin clutch transmission automatic transmission (aisin f21-250 hd transmission ) flat tow none transmission in neutral transmission in neutral not a...

  • Page 302

    Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, or a euro twin clutch transmission, may be flat towed (with all four wheels on the ground) at any legal highway speed, for any distance, if the transmission is in neutral. To place the euro twin clutch transmission in neu- tral, follow the procedure belo...

  • Page 303

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . .303 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . .303 䡵 wheel and tire torque specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304 ▫ torque specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .305 䡵 tire se...

  • Page 304

    䡵 freeing a stuck vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . .329 䡵 shift lever override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .331 䡵 towing a disabled vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .331 ▫ manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332 ▫ euro twin clutch transmission. . . . . . . . . . . .333 ▫ automatic t...

  • Page 305

    Hazard warning flashers the hazard warning flasher switch is located on the instrument panel below the radio. Push the switch to turn on the hazard warning flashers. When the switch is activated, all direc- tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency. Push the ...

  • Page 306

    Caution! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the h (red) mark, the instrument cluster will sound a chime. When safe, pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at idle. Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back into the n...

  • Page 307

    Torque specifications lug nut/bolt torque **lug nut/ bolt size lug nut/ bolt socket size 63 ft-lbs (86 n·m) steel wheels only 89 ft-lbs (120 n·m) aluminum wheels only m12 x 1.25 17 mm **use only your authorized dealer recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. ...

  • Page 308

    After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against the wheel. Warning! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may ...

  • Page 309

    Tire service kit components and operation using the mode select knob and hoses your tire service kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Selecting air mode push in the mode select knob (5) and turn to this position for air pump operation only. Use the black ai...

  • Page 310

    Using the deflation button push the deflation button (2) to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated. Tire service kit usage precautions • replace the tire service kit sealant bottle (1) and sealant hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed at the lower right hand corner ...

  • Page 311

    From the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • for optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the tire service kit. • you can use the tire service kit air pump to inflate...

  • Page 312

    Warning! (continued) • keep tire service kit away from open flames or heat source. • a loose tire service kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the tire service kit in the place provided. Failure to follow these warn- ings can result ...

  • Page 313

    On the ground. This will provide the best positioning of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in this position before proceeding. 3. Place the transmission in park (auto transmission) or in gear (man...

  • Page 314

    Note: sealant may leak out through the puncture in the tire. If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10 seconds through the sealant hose (6): 1. Push the power button (4) to turn off the tire service kit. Disconnect the sealant hose (6) from the valve stem. Make sure the valve stem is ...

  • Page 315

    Latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire pressure by looking at the pressure gauge (3). If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 bar) pressure within 15 minutes: • the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance. Note: if the tir...

  • Page 316

    (d) drive vehicle: immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure distribution of the tire service kit sealant within the tire. Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h). Warning! Tire service kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have th...

  • Page 317

    If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 bar) or higher: 1. Push the power button (4) to turn on tire service kit and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire and loading information label on the driver-side door opening. Note: if the tire becomes over-inflated, push the defla- tion button ...

  • Page 318

    4. Clean any remaining sealant from the tire service kit housing. 5. Position the new sealant bottle (1) in the housing so that the sealant hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing. Push the bottle into the housing. An audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked...

  • Page 319

    Warning! (continued) lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Jack location the spare tire jack is located in the rear cargo area underneath the cargo floor. Jack location 1 — emergency fuel fill funnel 2 — jack 3 ...

  • Page 320

    Spare tire removal the spare tire is stowed in underneath the rear cargo area on the outside of the car. 1. Remove the cargo floor to access the winch. 2. Remove the jack handle and use the wrench end to lower the spare tire. 3. When the spare is clear, replace the jack tools. Spare tire location wi...

  • Page 321

    Preparations for jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. Warning! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the whe...

  • Page 322

    Jacking instructions 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. • turn on the hazard warning flasher. • block the ...

  • Page 323

    Caution! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the jacking instructions for this vehicle. 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and wheel bolt wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wre...

  • Page 324

    Note: there are front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body (as indicated by the traingular lift point symbols on the sill molding). 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift...

  • Page 325

    Caution! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly. Note: • for vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. • refer to “compact spare tire” and to “li...

  • Page 326

    Have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station. 11. Stow the jack, tools and flat tire. Warning! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in t...

  • Page 327

    Warning! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Caution! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or el...

  • Page 328

    Warning! • take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact. You co...

  • Page 329

    Jump-starting procedure warning! Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion. Caution! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. Not...

  • Page 330

    4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the negative (-) battery cable terminal of the discharged vehicle. Warning! Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the discharged battery. The resulting electri- cal spark could cause the battery to explode and coul...

  • Page 331

    Follow these steps to connect the negative (-) battery cable: 1. Connect the negative (-) battery terminal to the nega- tive (-) post of the battery. 2. Push inward on the negative (-) battery cable terminal release lever to the closed position. If frequent jump-starting is required to start your ve...

  • Page 332

    Caution! (continued) cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of clutch or transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle. Note: push the ⬙esc off⬙ switch, to place the electronic stability control (esc) system in ⬙partial off⬙ mode, before rocking the vehicl...

  • Page 333

    Shift lever override if a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the park position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully separate th...

  • Page 334

    Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- ment manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members ...

  • Page 335

    Euro twin clutch transmission • vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in neutral. • vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground). If the ignition key is unavailable, or the vehicle...

  • Page 336

    Caution! (continued) • towing this vehicle in violation of the above re- quirements can cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered un- der the new vehicle limited warranty. Ignition key removal override this vehicle is equipped with a key ignition park inter- lock w...

  • Page 337

    6. Pull the release tab downwards using one hand and with the other one remove the key, sliding it outwards. 7. Once the key is removed, reinstall the steering column cover. Lower steering column screw locations release tab location 6 what to do in emergencies 335.

  • Page 338

    Caution! It is advisable to contact your authorized dealer to have the reinstall procedure carried out. If you would like to proceed in performing the reinstall procedure special attention must be paid to the correct coupling of the clips. Otherwise damage to the cover or noise might be heard due to...

  • Page 339

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 1.4l turbo . . . .339 䡵 onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . .340 䡵 replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .340 䡵 dealer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .341 䡵 maintenance procedures . . . . . . . . . . .341 ▫ en...

  • Page 340

    ▫ automatic transmission — aisin f21-250 hd transmission — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369 䡵 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .376 ▫ underhood fuses. . . ....

  • Page 341

    Engine compartment — 1.4l turbo 1 — air cleaner filter 4 — battery 7 — coolant pressure cap 2 — engine oil dipstick 5 — front distribution unit (fuses) 8 — coolant pressure bottle 3 — brake fluid reservoir 6 — washer fluid reservoir 9 — oil fill cap 7 maintaining your vehicle 339.

  • Page 342

    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 euro twin clutch transmission control systems. When these sys- tems are operating properly, your vehicle will p...

  • Page 343

    Dealer service your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner. Service manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these service manuals before attempting...

  • Page 344

    Caution! (continued) • your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter- vals. Do not use chemical flushes in these compo- nents as the chemicals can damage your engine, transmission, or air conditi...

  • Page 345

    Caution! Do not overfill the engine with oil. Overfilling the engine with oil will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This loss of oil pressure and increased oil temperature could damage your engine. Change engine oil the oil change indicat...

  • Page 346

    Engine oil filler cap location, refer to “engine compart- ment” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further informa- tion. Materials added to engine oil the manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the engine oil. Engine oil is an eng...

  • Page 347

    Warning! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine comp...

  • Page 348

    Warning! (continued) an output greater than 12 volts. Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other. • battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. • the battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnected and shoul...

  • Page 349

    Warning! • use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Re...

  • Page 350

    A/c air filter warning! Do not remove the a/c air filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result. The a/c air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- place the filter: 1. Open the glove compartment and remove all conte...

  • Page 351

    6. Remove the particulate air filters from the hvac air inlet housing. Pull the filter elements straight out of the housing. 7. Install the a/c air filter with the air filter position indicators pointing in the same direction as removal. A/c air filter access door open a/c air filter removal 7 maint...

  • Page 352

    Caution! The a/c air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace it more often. 8. Rotate the glove compartment door back into position. Refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the prop...

  • Page 353

    Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield or rear window. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield or rear window. Make s...

  • Page 354

    Function deactivation: the functionality is reset if: • turn the ignition to the mar/run position. • number of subsequent activations is three. • two minutes timer has expired after turning the ignition off. Note: when turning the ignition on, the blades will go into the parking position. Front wipe...

  • Page 355

    Rear wiper blade removal/installation 1. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass. 2. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder. 3. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade...

  • Page 356

    Adding washer fluid the windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment, and the fluid level should be checked at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with wind- shield washer solvent (not engine coolant/ antifreeze). Refer to “engine compartment” in this section for fur- the...

  • Page 357

    Warning! (continued) to know before starting your vehicle” for further information. • a hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your ve- hicle in areas w...

  • Page 358

    Note: intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop the vehicle, turn ...

  • Page 359

    Coolant checks check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- freeze). Check...

  • Page 360

    Caution! (continued) organic additive technology (oat) engine cool- ant is different and should not be mixed with hybrid organic additive technology (hoat) en- gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat- ible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-oat engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into t...

  • Page 361

    That meets the requirements of fca material standard ms.90032. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): • we recommend using mopar® antifreeze/coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula oat (organic additive technology) that meets the requirements of fca ma- terial standard ms.90032. • mix a minimum solut...

  • Page 362

    Cooling system pressure cap the cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant (antifreeze) and to ensure that engine coolant (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery tank. The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign materi...

  • Page 363

    Coolant level the coolant expansion bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is ad- equate. With the engine off and cold, the level of the engine coolant (antifreeze) in the bottle should be be- tween the “min” and “max” marks. As long as the engine operating temp...

  • Page 364

    • if frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are required, the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks. • maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a minimum of 50% oat coolant (conforming to ms.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine w...

  • Page 365

    Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reservoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. The brake fluid level should be checked when the p...

  • Page 366

    Warning! (continued) 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 pro- longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could result in a col...

  • Page 367

    Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Please see your authorized dealer for service. Frequency of fluid change under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless...

  • Page 368

    Caution! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- nents. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Fluid level check the fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating cond...

  • Page 369

    Automatic transmission — aisin f21-250 hd transmission — if equipped selection of lubricant it is important to use the proper transmission fluid to ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine pa...

  • Page 370

    Caution! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- nents. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Fluid level check the fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating cond...

  • Page 371

    Appearance care and protection from corrosion protection of body and paint from corrosion vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons a...

  • Page 372

    • if insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- lated on your vehicle, use mopar® super kleen bug and tar remover to remove. • use a high quality cleaner wax, such as mopar® cleaner wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. • av...

  • Page 373

    • if your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause that destroys the paint and protective coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner. • if you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-ice...

  • Page 374

    Caution! (continued) or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro- tective finish. Only mopar® wheel cleaner or equivalent is recommended. Stain repel fabric cleaning procedure — if equipped stain repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- ner: • remove as much of the stain as possible by ...

  • Page 375

    And mopar® total clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter- gents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not required to mainta...

  • Page 376

    To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. Gl...

  • Page 377

    Instrument panel bezels caution! When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- hicle, read the installation instructions carefully. Some air fresheners will damage the finish of painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly contact any surface. Cleaning plastic instrument cluster lenses the...

  • Page 378

    Warning! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced a...

  • Page 379

    Underhood fuses the front distribution unit is located on the right side of the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover. The id number of the electrical component correspond- ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. Fro...

  • Page 380

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f01 60 amp blue – body controller f02 60 amp blue – body controller rear distribution unit f03 20 amp yellow – ignition switch f04 40 amp orange – anti-lock brake pump f05 70 amp tan – electric power steering f06 30 amp green – radiator fan - low speed f07 50 a...

  • Page 381

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f18 – 5 amp tan powertrain (multiair – if equipped) f19 – 7.5 amp brown air conditioning f20 – 30 amp green rear defroster f21 – 15 amp blue fuel pump f23 – 20 amp yellow anti-lock brake valves f24 – 7.5 amp brown stability control system f30 – 5 amp tan after ...

  • Page 382

    Interior fuses the interior fuse panel is part of the body control module (bcm) and is located on the driver’s side under the instrument panel. Rear interior fuses the rear interior fuse panel is located on the driver’s side in the rear compartment. Interior fuse panel rear fuse panel 380 maintainin...

  • Page 383

    Vehicle storage if you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your battery. • disconnect the negative cable from the battery. • anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.E., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditio...

  • Page 384

    Exterior bulbs bulb number front low and high beam headlamp hir2ll front turn signal lamps wy21w front parking/daytime running lamps w21/5w front side marker lamps led (see authorized dealer) rear tail/stop lamps p21/5w rear tail lamp led (see authorized dealer) rear turn signal lamps p21w rear back...

  • Page 385

    Bulb number license plate lamps w5w note: numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer. If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized dealer or refer to the applicable service manual. Bulb replacement note: lens fogging can occur under certain atmo...

  • Page 386

    2. Rotate the bulb counter-clockwise. 3. Remove the bulb when all the tabs are aligned with the openings in the metal holder. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. Bulb removal procedure electrical connector removal 384 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 387

    5. Install the new bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place. 6. Reinstall the plastic cap. New bulb installation headlamp sealing cap installation 7 maintaining your vehicle 385.

  • Page 388

    Front turn signal, parking and daytime running lamps 1. Turn front wheels inboard to access upper cover in wheel liner. 2. Open the upper cover on the front of the wheel liner. 3. Remove the cap from the back of the lower headlamp housing. 4. Rotate the bulb counter clockwise and remove. 5. Install ...

  • Page 389

    4. Remove the tail lamp assembly. 5. Remove the two screws that secure the backplate to the tail lamp housing. 6. Separate the backplate from the tail lamp housing. 7. Remove the tail, stop, or turn signal bulbs by pushing them slightly and turning counter-clockwise. 8. Remove the backup lamp bulb b...

  • Page 390

    Fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine coolant – 1.4l turbo engine we recommend you use mopar antifreeze/coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula oat (organic additive technology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of fca material standard ms-...

  • Page 391

    Caution! • mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified organic additive technology (oat) en- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic additive technology (oat) engine cool- ant is different and should not be mixed with hybri...

  • Page 392

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part manual transmission – if equipped we recommend you use mopar® c series manual & dual dry clutch transmission fluid euro twin clutch transmission – if equipped gear oil: use only mopar® c series manual & dual dry clutch transmission fluid or equival...

  • Page 393

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . .392 ▫ maintenance chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394 8.

  • Page 394

    Maintenance schedule your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate in th...

  • Page 395

    Once a month or before a long trip: • check engine oil level. • check windshield washer fluid level. • check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage. • check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, and brake master cylinder reservoir, and fill as needed. • check function ...

  • Page 396

    Maintenance chart mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 1 10,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 1 12,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176...

  • Page 397

    Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 1 10,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 1 12,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,0...

  • Page 398

    Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 1 10,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 1 12,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,0...

  • Page 399

    Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 1 10,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 1 12,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,0...

  • Page 400

    Warning! • you can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic. • failure to properly inspect and m...

  • Page 401

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .400 ▫ prepare for the appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .400 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .400 ▫ be reasonable with requests ....

  • Page 402

    Suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle prepare for the appointment if you are having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service manager....

  • Page 403

    Facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • if for some reason...

  • Page 404

    Has access to a tdd or a conventional teletypewriter (tty) in the united states, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1-800-380-chry. Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by bell canada. For tty teletypewrite...

  • Page 405

    Warning! Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only), some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain, or emit, chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and cer...

  • Page 406

    To contact nhtsa, you may either call the auto safety hotline toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424- 9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov; or write to: adminis- trator, nhtsa, 1200 new jersey avenue, se., west building, washington, d.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about mot...

  • Page 407

    Service manuals these comprehensive service manuals provide the infor- mation that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain- ing, servicing, and repairing fiat group automobiles vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system, ...

  • Page 408

    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....

  • Page 409

    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 mater...

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  • Page 412

    Adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .358 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .294 air bag . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 413

    Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .244 fluid and filter changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368 fluid change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368 fluid level check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368 fluid type . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 414

    Chains, tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .284 changing a flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 chart, tire sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .262 check engine light (malfunction indicator light) . .161 checking your vehicle for sa...

  • Page 415

    Coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .357, 361 disposal of used coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .360 drain, flush, and refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .357 inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .361 points to remember . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 416

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) . .128, 171 exit trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176 start of trip procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176 emergency deck lid release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 emergency, in case of hazard warning fla...

  • Page 417

    Filters air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .344 air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .348 engine fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .388 engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .344 engine oil disposa...

  • Page 418

    Gasoline, reformulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .293 gauges coolant temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161 fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161 odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161 tachometer . . ....

  • Page 419

    Jacking instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 jack operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316, 320 jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 key-in remi...

  • Page 420

    Service engine soon (malfunction indicator) . . . .161 tire pressure monitoring (tpms) . . . . . . . . . . . .161 traction control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .257 turn signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82, 161 wait to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 421

    Octane rating, gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .292 odometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161 trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161 oil change indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174 oil change indica...

  • Page 422

    Pretensioners seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 radial ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .275 radio operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184 rear camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128...

  • Page 423

    Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 seat belt pretensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 seat belt reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 seat belt system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 seat belt maintenance . . . . . ...

  • Page 424

    Cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222 engine fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223 euro twin clutch transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . .221 manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221 steering tilt column . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 425

    Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .285 safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .261, 272 sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .262 snow tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277 spinning . . ....

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    Vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .269 vehicle modifications/alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 vehicle security alarm (security alarm) . . . . . . . . . .15 vehicle storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381 wait to start light. . . . . ...

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    Installation of radio transmitting equipment special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained person- nel. The following must be obs...

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