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Jeep 2009 Commander Owner's Manual

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Manual is about: Chrysler LLC 2009

Summary of 2009 Commander

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    Commander 2009 commander chrysler llc 81-326-0915 second edition printed in u.S.A. 2009 owner’s manual 150354 09 en commander.Indd 1 9/8/08 3:44:26 pm.

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

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents section page 1 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 things to know before starting your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 3 understanding the f...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction contents 䡵 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 rollover warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 䡵 how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 䡵 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 䡵 vehicle identificat...

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    Introduction this is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional two-wheel drive enclosed vehicles were not intended. It handles and maneuvers differently from many passenger cars both on-road and off-road, so ta...

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    Note: after you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-train...

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    Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the u.S. Government notes that the universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two million annuall...

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    Introduction 7 1.

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

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    Vehicle modifications/alterations warning! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Introduction 9 1.

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    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ▫ wireless ignition node (win) . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ▫ integrated ignition key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 ▫ ignition key removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 ▫ key-in-i...

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    ▫ express down window feature — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 ▫ using the panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 ▫ programming additional transmitters . . . . . . 25 ▫ transmitter battery service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 ▫ general information . . . ...

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    ▫ seat belt pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 ▫ enhanced seat belt use reminder system (beltalert 威) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 ▫ seat belts and pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . 48 ▫ seat belt extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 ▫ driver...

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    A word about your keys your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter with integrated ignition key and a wireless ignition node (win) with integral ignition switch. You can insert the double-sided key into the ignition switch with either...

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    Integrated ignition key the integrated ignition key operates the ignition switch. It also contains the remote keyless entry (rke) trans- mitter and a valet key, which stores in the rear of the rke transmitter. The valet key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the r...

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    Note: • if you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in park, it may become trapped temporarily in the ignition switch. If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition switc...

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    Key-in-ignition reminder if you open the driver’s door with the integrated ignition key in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key. Note: the key-in-ignition reminder only sounds when the integrated ignition key is placed in the lock or acc position. Sentry key 姞 the sentry ...

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    Note: • the sentry key威 immobilizer system is not compatible with aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. • exxon/mobil speedpass™, additional rke transmit- ters, or any other transponder-equipped components o...

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    Note: when having the sentry key 威 immobilizer system serviced, bring all vehicle rke transmitters with you to the authorized dealer. Customer key programming if you have two valid rke transmitters with integrated keys, you can program new transmitters to the system by performing the following proce...

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    General information the sentry key 威 system complies with fcc rules part 15 and with 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 that may be received, including interference...

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    Vehicle security alarm is arming. During this 16 second arming period, opening any door or the liftgate will cancel the arming. If the vehicle security alarm success- fully arms, the vehicle security light will flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarm is set. To disarm the system to disarm the v...

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    Remote keyless entry this system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate, or activate the panic alarm, from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a handheld remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. The rke transmitter does not need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the ...

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    Remote key unlock, driver door/all doors first press this feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door, or all doors, on the first press of the unlock button on the rke transmitter. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: • for vehicles equipped with the electron...

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    To lock the doors press and release the lock button on the rke transmit- ter to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. Sound horn with remote key lock this feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the rke transm...

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    Using the panic alarm to turn the panic alarm feature on or off, press and hold the panic button on the rke transmitter for at least one second and release. When the panic alarm is on, the headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will turn on. Th...

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    1. Battery access is through a door located on the rear of the fob. Insert a small, flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the access door. 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you tou...

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    If your remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions. 1. A weak battery in the rke transmitter. The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport t...

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    Note: • if an engine fault is present the vehicle will start and then shut down 10 seconds later. • the park lamps will turn on and remain on during remote start mode. • for security, power window and power sunroof op- eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the remote start mode. ...

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    Door locks manual door locks use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle. If the plunger is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key is not inside the vehicle before closing the door. Warning! • for personal security and safety in ...

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    If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the ignition switch, and the driver’s door is open, the doors will not lock. The rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle until you pull up the lock plungers. Automatic unlock on exit feature — if equipped if auto unlock is enabled, ...

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    Windows power windows the power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door/rear doors which operate the front passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the on or a...

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    Auto down both the driver and front passenger window switch have an auto down feature. Press the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the auto down movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch. To...

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    Warning! There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing. Resetting the auto up feature should the auto up feature stop working, the window probably needs to be reset. To reset auto up, pull the window switch up and clos...

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    Wind buffeting wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and ...

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    Liftgate flipper glass the liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked. To open the flipper glass, push up on the window switch located on the liftgate. Warning! To avoid injury, stand back when opening. Glass will automatically rise. Once the liftgate flipper glass has bee...

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    Power liftgate — if equipped the power liftgate may be opened manually or by pressing the liftgate button on the re- mote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. Press the liftgate button on the rke transmitetr twice within five seconds, to open the power liftgate. Once the liftgate is open, pressing the b...

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    Note: • in the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap-in cover located on the lift- gate trim panel. Warning! During power operation, personal injury or ca...

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    • the power liftgate buttons will not operate if the vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). • the power liftgate will not operate in temperatures below ⫺22°f (⫺30°c) or temperatures above 150°f (65°c). Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice from the liftgate before pr...

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    Occupant restraints some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front airbags for both the driver and right front passenger, and, window bags for the driver and passengers seated ...

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    Warning! (continued) • research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the...

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    Lap/shoulder belt operating instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go aroun...

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    3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” warning! • a belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your bel...

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

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    5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt. 6. To release the belt, push the red button marked press on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, sli...

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    Adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage in the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck. Press the release button to release the anchorage, and then move it up or down to the position that serves you best. As a guide, if ...

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    How to use the automatic locking mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the ...

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    Seat belt pretensioners the driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with a pretensioning device that is designed to remove any slack from the seat belt systems in the event of a collision. This device improves the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight around the ...

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    Beltalert 威 can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps: note: the following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the on or start position. Chrysler llc does not recommend deactivating beltalert 威. 1. Turn the igniti...

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    Dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- tender and store it. Warning! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when ...

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    The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size. This vehicle is equipped with window bags to protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a win- dow. They are...

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    Warning! • do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are no longer functional. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are infla...

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    Front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bol- sters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Window bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions. The front airbags deploy in mo...

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    You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2. All occupants should use their lap and shoulder belts properly. 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to infl...

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    Airbag system components the airbag system consists of the following: • occupant restraint controller (orc) • airbag warning light • driver airbag • passenger airbag • side curtain airbags above side windows • side remote acceleration sensors • driver side seat track position sensor • steering wheel...

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    • the orc also turns on the airbag warning light for six to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition is first turned on. After the self-check, the airbag warning light will turn off. If the orc detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the airbag warning light either momen...

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    • the side impact srs side curtain airbags are de- signed to activate only in certain side or rollover collisions. When the occupant restraint controller (orc) detects a collision requiring the window bags to inflate, it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle, and both sides of the v...

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    Abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blisterin...

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    Note: the interior lights can only be deactivated if the key is removed from the ignition switch or the vehicle is driven. Maintaining your airbag system warning! • modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the airbag system is no...

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    • airbag warning light does not come on during the six to eight seconds after the ignition switch is first turned on, • remains on after the six to eight second interval, or • flickers, or comes on and remains on for any period of time while driving. Event data recorder (edr) in the event of an acci...

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    In the event that an investigation is undertaken by chrysler llc (regardless of initiative), the company or its designated representative will first obtain permission of the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle (usually the vehicle owner or lessee) before accessing the elec- tronic data stor...

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    • airbag deployment level (if applicable) • impact acceleration and angle • seat belt status • brake status (service and parking brakes) • accelerator status (including vehicle speed) • engine control status (including engine speed) • transmission gear selection • cruise control status • traction/st...

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    There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat owner’s manual to ensure you have the right seat for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your child: warning! In a col...

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    Warning! • rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with the front passen- ger airbag unless the airbag is turned off. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. • improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or...

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    Around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt (the cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat belt system will loosen w...

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    Note: for additional information refer to www.Seatcheck.Org or call 1-866-seatcheck. Older children and child restraints children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in t...

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    Latch — child seat anchorage system (lower anchors and tether for children) your vehicle’s second row seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called latch. The latch system provides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securin...

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    If your child seats are not latch-compatible, you can only install the child seats using the vehicle’s seat belts. For typical installation instructions, refer to “installing the latch-compatible child restraint system”. Installing the latch-compatible child restraint system we urge that you careful...

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    Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be...

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    Warning! Improper installation of a child restraint to the latch anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. Installing child restraints using th...

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    The buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, try a different seating position. To attach a child restraint tether strap: route the tether strap over the seatback and attach the hook to the tether anchor loca...

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    Engine break-in recommendations a long break-in period is not required for the engine in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration ...

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    Warning! • it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously injured or killed. • do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • ...

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    If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. Do not use the recirculation mode. The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exha...

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    Defroster check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable. Periodic safety checks you should make outside the vehicle t...

  • Page 77: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . . . 80 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    䡵 voice recognition system (vr) — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 ▫ voice recognition system (vr) operation . . 112 ▫ commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 ▫ voice training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 䡵 seats . . . . . . . . ...

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    䡵 lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 ▫ multifunction lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 ▫ headlights and parking lights . . . . . . . . . . 135 ▫ automatic headlight system — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 ▫ headlights on ...

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    䡵 electronic speed control — if equipped . . . . 148 ▫ to activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 ▫ to set at a desired speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 ▫ to deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 ▫ to resume speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 ▫...

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    ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 䡵 power sunroof — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 164 ▫ opening sunroof — express . . . . . . . . . . . 165 ▫ closing sunroof — express . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 ▫ pinch protect feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 ▫ pinch protec...

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    Mirrors inside day/night mirror a two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to t...

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    Caution! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Outside mirrors to receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a...

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    Exterior mirrors folding feature all exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have three detent positions; full forward, full rearward and normal. Automatic dimming mirrors — if equipped if your vehicle is equipped with outside automatic di...

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    Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional memory seat feature. Refer to “driver memory seat” in this section for details. Heated mirrors — if equipped these mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. R...

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    Uconnect 姞 phone — if equipped note: the sales code rer and reu radios contain an integrated uconnect 威 phone. Refer to your “navigation user’s manual” for uconnect 威 phone operating instruc- tions for these radios. Radio sales code can be located on the lower right corner of the radio faceplate. Uc...

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    It your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s uconnect 威 phone. The uconnect威 phone allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to the system. Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the system at a time. The sys...

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    Operation voice commands can be used to operate the uconnect 威 phone and to navigate through the uconnect 威 phone menu structure. Voice commands are required after most uconnect 威 phone prompts. You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options. • prior to giv...

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    Cancel command at any prompt, after the beep, you can say ⬙cancel⬙ and you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu. Pair (link) uconnect 威 phone to a cellular phone to begin using your uconnect 威 phone, you must pair your comp...

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    Phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the uconnect 威 phone will use the priority three cellular phone when you make a call. You can select to use a lower priority cellular phon...

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    • the uconnect威 system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number, which may appear in the display of certain radios. Add names to your uconnect 威 phonebook note: adding names to the uconnect 威 phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. • press the phone butt...

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    Phonebook download – automatic phonebook transfer from cellular phone if equipped and specifically supported by your phone, uconnect 威 phone automatically downloads names (text names) and number entries from the cellular phone’s phonebook. Specific bluetooth 威 phones with phone book access profile m...

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    Phonebook download — single entry if equipped and supported by your phone, uconnect 威 phone allows the user to download entries from their phone via bluetooth 威. To use this feature, press the phone button and say “phonebook download.” the system prompts, “ready to accept “v” card entry via bluetoot...

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    • you will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit. • next, choose the number designation (home, work, cellular, or pager) that you wish to edit. • when prompted, recite the new phone number for the phonebook entry that you are editing. After you are finished editing ...

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    • after you enter the name, the uconnect威 phone will ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, work, cellular, pager, or all. Say the designation you wish to delete. • note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted. • automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be ...

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    • the uconnect威 phone will then prompt you as to the number designation you wish to call. • the selected number will be dialed. Phone call features the following features can be accessed through the uconnect 威 phone if the feature(s) are available on your cellular service plan. For example, if your ...

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    Or ⬙call⬙ followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to ⬙toggling between calls⬙ in this section. To combine two calls, refer to ⬙conference call⬙ in this section. Place/re...

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    Hold may not become active automatically. This is cell phone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press and hold the phone button until you hear a single beep. Redial • press the phone button to begin. • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙redial.⬙ • the uconnect威 phone wil...

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    • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to english, espanol, or francais. • continue to follow the system prompts to complete the language selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that langua...

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    • if supported, this number may be programmable on some systems. To do this, press the phone button and say ‘setup’, followed by ‘emergency’. • the uconnect威 phone does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly. Warning! Your phone must be...

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    Voice mail calling to learn how to access your voice mail, refer to ⬙working with automated systems. ⬙ working with automated systems this method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while navigating through an automated telephone system. You can...

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    Note: • you may not hear all of the tones due to cellular phone network configurations. This is normal. • some paging and voice mail systems have system time out settings that are too short and may not allow the use of this feature. Barge in - overriding prompts the “voice recognition” button can be...

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    Dialing a number with your paired bluetooth 威 cellular phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system. The uconnect 威 phone will work the same as if you dial the number using voice recognition. Note: certain brands of cellular phones do not send the dial ring to the uconnect 威 p...

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    If you would like to connect or disconnect the bluetooth 威 connection between a uconnect 威 phone paired cellular phone and the uconnect 威 phone, follow the instructions described in your cellular phone user’s manual. List paired cellular phone names • press the phone button to begin. • after the “re...

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    Delete uconnect 威 phone paired cellular phones • press the phone button to begin. • after the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙setup phone pairing.⬙ • at the next prompt, say ⬙delete⬙ and follow the prompts. • you can also press the voice recognition button at any time while the list is b...

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    This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only. To restore the voice recognition system to factory default settings, enter the voice training session via the above procedure and follow the prompts. Voice recognition (vr) • for best performance, a...

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    • it is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the uconnect 威 phonebook. • phonebook (downloaded and uconnect威 phone local) name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar. • you can say ⬙o⬙ (letter ⬙o⬙) for ⬙0⬙ (zero). ⬙800⬙ must be spoken ⬙eight-zero-zero.⬙ • even t...

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    Bluetooth 威 communication link cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the uconnect 威 phone. When this happens, the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/on. Your cellular phone is recommended to remain in bluetooth 威 on mode. Power-up after switching the...

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle 107 3.

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    108 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle 109 3.

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    Voice commands primary alternate(s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all voice commands primary alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency english erase all espanol francais help home 110 unders...

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    Voice commands primary alternate(s) language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial voice commands primary alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up...

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    General information this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules and rss 210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment....

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    When you press the vr button, you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. Note: if you do not say a command within a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of options. If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists options, press the vr button, listen for ...

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    Commands the voice recognition system understands two types of commands. Universal commands are available at all times. Local commands are available if the supported radio mode is active. Changing the volume 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the vr button. 2. Say a command (e.G., “help”). 3. Use the o...

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    Radio fm to switch to the fm band say “fm” or “radio fm”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: • “frequency” (to change the frequency) • “next station” (to select the next station) • “previous station” (to select the previous station) • “radio menu” (to switch to the radio menu) • “main...

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    Memo to switch to the voice recorder mode say “memo”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: • “new memo” (to record a new memo) — during the recording you may press the vr button to stop record- ing. You proceed by saying one of the following commands: − “save” (to save the memo) − “cont...

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    Note: keep in mind that you have to press the vr button first and wait for the beep before speaking the “barge in” commands. Voice training for users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers, uconnect 威 phone voice training feature may be used. 1. Press t...

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    Front seat adjustment — recline to adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back, and release the lever at the desired position. To return the seatback, lift the lever, lean forward, and release the lever. Warning! • do not ride with the seatback reclined so...

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    Manual lumbar support adjustment the manual lumbar support adjustment lever is located on the right side of the driver’s seat and on the left side of the passenger’s seat (if equipped). Moving the lumbar control lever fore and aft increases or decreases the lumbar support. Eight–way driver’s power s...

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    Four-way passenger’s power seat — if equipped the front passenger’s power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the passenger seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls forward/rearward adjust- ment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjust- ment. Note: the four-way seat...

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    You can choose from a high or low heat setting. Illumi- nated led indicators on each switch indicate the level of heat in use. Press the switch once to select high-level heat- ing. Press the switch a second time to select low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements ...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. To avoid heated seat surfaces coming in contact and poten- tial seat overheating, always ensure that the seat heater is in the off position ...

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    When the high-level setting is selected, the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation. Then, the heat output will drop to the normal high-level. If the high-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to low-level after approximately 30 ...

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    40/20/40 second row folding seat fold and tumble second row seat the left, center, or right side of the second row seat can be lowered to allow for extended cargo space, and still maintain some rear seating room. In addition, the left and right side of the second row seat can be lowered and tumbled ...

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    Warning! Do not drive the vehicle with the outer second row seats in the tumbled position. The outer second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury. Fold and tumble seat understanding the...

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    Note: if sitting in the third row seat, pull rearward on the release strap located at the rear of the seat and tumble the seat forward. Folding middle seatback (second row seat) 1. Pull the release strap. Release strap release strap 126 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    2. Lower the center seatback. Center seat armrest (second row seat) — if equipped the second row center seat may be equipped with a armrest. Pull strap to lower armrest. Folding center seatback armrest (second row seat) understanding the features of your vehicle 127 3.

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    50/50 third row folding seat — if equipped to lower rear seat either side of the third row seat can be lowered to allow for extended cargo space, and still maintain some rear seating room. 1. Open the tailgate. 2. Pull the seatback release handle (toward rear of ve- hicle), and lower the seatback us...

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    To raise rear seat 1. Open the tailgate. 2. Detach pull strap from back of seat, and pull seatback upward until it locks into place. Reattach strap. 3. Close the tailgate. Warning! The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position) should not...

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    Your vehicle is equipped with two rke transmitters. One or both rke transmitters can be linked to either memory position. The memory system can accommodate up to four rke transmitters, each one linked to either of the two memory positions. Setting memory positions and linking remote keyless entry (r...

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    5. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets (up to 12 am and 12 fm stations can be set). 6. Turn the ignition switch to the lock position and remove the key. 7. Press and release the s (set) button located on the driver’s door. 8. Within five seconds, press and release memory button 1 or ...

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    To recall the memory setting for driver two, press memory button number 2 on the driver’s door, or the unlock button on the rke transmitter linked to memory position 2. A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory buttons on the drivers door during a recall (s, 1, or 2). When a recall is ...

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    Easy entry/exit seat this feature provides automatic driver’s seat positioning which will enhance driver mobility out of and into the vehicle. There are two possible easy entry/exit adjustments available: • the seat cushion will move rearward approximately 2.5 in (60 mm), if the starting position of...

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    To open and close the hood to open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Pull the release lever inside your vehicle located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. 2. Reach under the hood, move safety latch to the left, and lift the hood. Caution! To prevent possible damag...

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    Warning! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving. Lights multifunction lever the multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights, turn signals, headlight beam se...

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    Automatic headlight system — if equipped turn the end of the multifunction lever to the third detent, or auto position, to activate the automatic headlight system. This system performs two functions. With the engine running and the multifunction lever in the auto posi- tion, the headlights will turn...

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    Note: if the windshield or smartbeam mirror is re- placed, the smartbeam mirror must be re-aimed to ensure proper performance. See your local authorized dealer. To activate 1. Select “auto headlamp low/high beams? — low/ high beam.” refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic) — customer p...

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    Daytime running lights — if equipped the high beam headlights come on at a low intensity level whenever the engine is running, and the transmis- sion is not in the park position. The lights remain on until the ignition switch is turned off or the parking brake is engaged. The headlight switch must b...

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    Rain, snow, or dust. Principally, the front fog light supplements the lower beam of a standard headlight system. • proper aim and adjustments of the front fog lights should be made to prevent excessive glare for other drivers. Instrument panel and interior lights when the multifunction lever is in t...

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    Battery saver feature — exterior/interior lights if the multifunction lever is left in the interior light position, parking light position, or the headlight position when the ignition switch is moved to the off position, the battery saver feature will automatically turn off the exterior and interior...

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    High beam switch push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever towards you to switch the headlights back to low beam. Flash-to-pass you can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing ...

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    Interior lights the interior lighting consists of courtesy lights mounted below the instrument panel, reading lights located above the front and rear doors, and a rear cargo light. Opening a door or turning the center of the multifunction lever to the extreme up position will activate all interior c...

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    Windshield wipers and washers the front and rear wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the right side control lever. Turn the end of the control lever to select low, high, or one of the five speed sensitive intermittent windshield wiper speeds. Refer to “speed sensitive intermittent wiper s...

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    To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will operate for several seconds after the lever is released, and then resume the intermit- tent interval previously selected. If the lever is pulled while in the ...

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    Rain sensing wipers — if equipped this feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver. The feature is especially useful for road splash or overspray from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one of ...

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    • transmission in neutral position — when the ignition is on, and the transmission is in the neu- tral position, the rain sensing system will not oper- ate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), or the shift lever is moved out of the neutral position. Tilt/tel...

  • Page 149

    Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The telescoping adjustment must be locked while driv- ing. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Adjustable pedals — if equipped t...

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    • the pedals can be adjusted while driving. • the pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in reverse (r) or when the electronic speed control is on. A message will be displayed in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is loc...

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    To activate push the on/off button. The cruise indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the elec- tronic speed control system off, push the on/off button a second time. The cruise indicator light will turn off. The electronic speed control system should be turned off when n...

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    To resume speed to resume a previously set speed, push the resume accel lever up and release. Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph (32 km/h) for 3.7l, 4.7l and 5.7l engines. To vary the speed setting when the electronic speed control is on, speed can be increased by pushing up and holding re...

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    To accelerate for passing depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Using electronic speed control on hills the automatic transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed. Note: • the electronic speed con...

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    Rear park assist sensors the four rear park assist sensors, located in the rear fascia, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect obstacles from approximately 12 to 59 in (30 to 150 cm) from the rear fascia in the horizontal direction, depe...

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    The system dimly illuminates the two outer most yellow leds when it is on and detecting no obstacles. The following chart shows the warning display operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: warning display distances display led obstacle distance from: led color audible signal rear corners ...

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    Enable/disable the rear park assist the rear park assist can be enabled and disabled with a switch located on the upper switch bank of the instru- ment panel. When the switch is pressed to disable the system, the instrument cluster will display the “park assist dis- abled” message. Refer to “electro...

  • Page 157

    Cleaning the rear park assist clean the rear park assist sensors with water, car wash soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not scratch or poke the sensors. Otherwise, you could damage the sensors. Rear camera — if equipped vehicles with a uconnect 威 tunes radio may be equipped ...

  • Page 158

    Caution! (continued) • to avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be driven slowly when using the rear camera system to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is seen. It is recommended that the driver look frequently over his/her shoulder when using the rear camera system. Note: if snow, ice, mud,...

  • Page 159

    4. When the vehicle is shifted into reverse, an image of the rear of the vehicle will appear with a caution note to ⬙check entire surroundings⬙ displayed across the top of the screen. After five seconds this note will disappear. 5. When the vehicle is shifted out of reverse, the rear camera mode is ...

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    The homelink 威 buttons are located in the overhead console, and contain one, two, or three dots/lines desig- nating the different homelink 威 channels. Note: homelink 威 is disabled when the vehicle secu- rity alarm is active. Warning! • your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are tr...

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    Programming homelink 姞 before you begin if you have not trained any of the homelink 威 buttons, erase all channels before you begin training. To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for up to 20 seconds. The evic will display “clearing channels.” release the buttons when the evic mes- sage...

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    Note: some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace step 3 with procedures noted in the “gate operator/canadian programming” section. 4. Press and hold the just-trained homelink 威 button. If the channel has been trained, the evic display will now state “channel # transmit.” ...

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    6. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “training” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. Note: there are 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the “learn” button has been pressed. 7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed homelink 威 button twice ...

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    Has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The evic display will change from “channel # train- ing” to “channel # trained.” if you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in at this time. Then proceed with step 4 under “programming homelink 威” earlier in this section. Using homelink 姞 t...

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    Troubleshooting tips if you are having trouble programming homelink 威, here are some of the most common solutions: • replace the battery in the original transmitter. • press the learn button on the garage door opener to complete the training for rolling code. • did you unplug the device for training...

  • Page 166

    Power sunroof — if equipped the power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. Warning! • never leave children in a vehicle with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switc...

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    Opening sunroof — express press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called “express open”. During express open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof. Cl...

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    Sunshade operation the sunshade can be opened manually. However, the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. Note: the sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. Wind buffeting wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound ...

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    Note: hold onto shade handle until shade is com- pletely open or closed. Power outlets front power outlet to the left and right of the convenience tray (lower center of instrument panel) is a power outlet for accessories. Pull lightly on the tab of the plastic cover to access the outlet. Roller shad...

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    Rear power outlet — if equipped the rear power outlet (if equipped) is located in the left rear cargo area. All accessories connected to this outlet should be re- moved or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge. Warning! To avoid serious injury or death: •...

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    Caution! • many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.E., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting. • accessories...

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    This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 watts. Certain high-end video games, such as playsta- tion3 and xbox360 will exceed this power limit, as will most power tools. Due to built-in overload protection, the power outlet will shut dow...

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    Note: • when the power inverter switch is pressed, there will be a delay of approximately one second before the inverter status indicator turns on. The status indica- tor of the ac power inverter indicates whether the inverter is producing ac power. • due to built-in overload protection, the inverte...

  • Page 174

    Cupholders — second row seat the second row seat has two cupholders in the center armrest. Lower the center armrest. Refer to “seats” in this section. Press the front of the cupholder, and the cup- holder will come out of the armrest. Cupholders — third row seat the third row seat passengers have cu...

  • Page 175

    Cargo area features cargo load floor the panel in the load floor is reversible for added utility. One side is carpeted and the other side features a plastic lined tray which holds a variety of items. The cargo load floor is held by spring loaded latches. In order to use the cargo load floor, use the...

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    2. Pull up on loop(s) and twist 90 degrees, so they are parallel to the slotted hole in tray. 3. Lift tray over loop(s), and reposition tray. 4. Pull up on loop(s) and twist 90 degrees, so they are perpendicular (straight up) to the slotted hole in tray. 5. Push loop(s) back down, so they are parall...

  • Page 177

    If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned off, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” position if power accessory delay is active. Power acces- sory delay can be cancelled by opening the door; if this happens, the rear wiper will stop at its current position and will not ...

  • Page 178

    Caution! • to avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the rear window defroster, do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. • labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water. Roof luggage rack — if equipped the crossbars and ...

  • Page 179

    The optional crossbars must also be secured in one of the five detent positions marked with an arrow on the siderails to prevent movement. To move the crossbars, loosen the thumb screws located at the upper edge of each crossbar approximately eight turns, then move the crossbar to the desired positi...

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    Caution! • to prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, do not carry any loads on the roof rack without crossbars installed. The load should be secured and placed on top of the crossbars, not directly on the roof. If it is necessary to place the load on the roof, place a blanket or some other prot...

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    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 䡵 instrument cluster description . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) . . . 194 ▫ electron...

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    ▫ list button (disc mode for mp3/wma play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 ▫ info button (disc mode for mp3/wma play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 䡵 am/fm/cd/dvd radio (rer/ren) – if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    䡵 universal consumer interface (uci) — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 ▫ connecting the ipod威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 ▫ using this feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 ▫ controlling the ipod威 using radio buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ cd player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 䡵 cd/dvd maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 䡵 radio operation and cellular phones . . . . . . 261 䡵 climate controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 ▫ manual heating and air conditioning system — if equipped ....

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    Instrument panel features 1 - air outlet 5 - upper switch bank 9 - lower switch bank 2 - instrument cluster 6 - power outlet/cigar lighter 10 - climate controls 3 - radio 7 - storage bin 11 - ignition switch 4 - glove compartment 8 - power outlet 12 - storage bin understanding your instrument panel ...

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    Instrument cluster 184 understanding your instrument panel.

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    Instrument cluster description 1. Speedometer indicates vehicle speed. 2. Brake warning light this light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid l...

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    Warning! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately. Vehicles equipped with the anti-lock brake system (abs), are also equipped with el...

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    5. Malfunction indicator light (mil) the malfunction indicator light (mil) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called obd ii that monitors engine and automatic transmission con- trol systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the on position before engine start. If the bulb does not c...

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    If the abs light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the abs light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the on position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. 8. Tachometer indicates the engine s...

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    12. Tire pressure monitoring telltale light each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly, when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (if your vehicle has tires of a diffe...

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    Alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the tpms from functioning properly. Always check the tpms malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the tpms to continue to function proper...

  • Page 193

    Warning! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer- ship for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see section 7 of this manual. Follow the warnings ...

  • Page 194

    17. 4wd low mode indicator — if equipped this light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in the 4wd low mode. The front and rear drive- shafts are mechanically locked together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. 18. Seat belt reminder light when the ignition switch is fir...

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    Note: you must apply the brakes before shifting from park. 22. Fuel gauge the pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the on position. 23. Electronic throttle control (etc) warning light this light informs you of a problem with the electronic throttle control ...

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    26. Low fuel light when the fuel level reaches approximately 2.3 u.S. Gallons (8.7 liters) this light will come on and remain on until fuel is added. The low fuel warning light may turn on and off again, especially during and after hard braking, accelerations, or turns. This occurs due to the shifti...

  • Page 197

    The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel: menu button press and release the menu button and the mode displayed will change between trip functions, personal settings, and system sta- tus. Function select button press the functi...

  • Page 198

    • wrong key — key does not belong to vehicle • key not programmed — exceeded key pro- gram limit • programming active — new key pro- grammed • service security key • driver/passenger door open (with graphic) • left/right rear door open (with graphic) • x doors open (with graphic) • liftgate open (wi...

  • Page 199

    • oil change required • oil change reset • check gauges • auto high beams on • auto high beams off • park assist disabled • service suspension • service park assist system • transmission over temp • check shift procedure • service 4wd system • 4wd system in neutral • low brake fluid level • warning!...

  • Page 200

    • adj. Pedals disabled — shifter in reverse • low tire pressure • check tpm system • left front low pressure (premium tpm sys- tem only) • right front low pressure (premium tpm sys- tem only) • left rear low pressure (premium tpm system only) • right rear low pressure (premium tpm sys- tem only) • s...

  • Page 201

    Engine oil change indicator system oil change required your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “oil change required” message will flash in the evic display for approximately 10 sec- onds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change inter...

  • Page 202

    Press the scroll button to cycle through all the trip computer functions. The trip functions mode displays the following informa- tion: average fuel economy shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read “reset” or show dashes for two secon...

  • Page 203

    Elapsed time shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the acc position. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the on or start position. Display units of measure in to make your selection, press and release the func- tion select b...

  • Page 204

    Manual compass calibration if the compass appears erratic and the “cal” indicator does not appear in the evic display, you must put the compass into the calibration mode manually as follows: 1. Turn on the ignition switch. 2. Press the menu button until personal settings (cus- tomer programmable fea...

  • Page 205

    1. Turn the ignition switch on. 2. Press the menu button until personal settings (customer-programmable features) menu is reached. 3. Press the scroll button until “compass variance” is displayed in the evic. 4. Press and release the function select button to change the variance number. Continue unt...

  • Page 206

    Function select button while in this display to select english, espanol, or francais. Then, as you con- tinue, the information will display in the selected lan- guage. Note: the evic will not change the uconnect 威 lan- guage selection. Please refer to “language selection” in the uconnect 威 phone sec...

  • Page 207

    Sound horn with lock when yes (y) is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the rke transmitter lock button is pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the flash lights on lock/unlock feature. To make your selection, press and release the function select button until yes (y) or no...

  • Page 208

    Headlights on with wipers (available with auto headlights only) when yes (y) is selected, and the headlight switch is in the auto position, the headlights will turn on approxi- mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they ...

  • Page 209

    Key off power delay when this feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, uconnect 威 phone (if equipped), dvd video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening a vehicle door ...

  • Page 210

    • tire pressure monitor system (shows the current pressure of all four road tires.) for additional informa- tion, refer to “tire pressure monitor system” in sec- tion 5 of this manual. Note: • tires heat up during normal driving conditions. Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 p...

  • Page 211

    Operating instructions - radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Power switch/volume control (rotary) push the on/volume control knob to turn on the radio. Press the on/volume control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic volume con...

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    Scan button pressing the scan button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in am, fm or satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for five seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. To stop the search, press the scan button a second time. Voice recognit...

  • Page 213

    5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. The clock can also be set by pressing the setup button and selecting the “set home clock” entry. Once in this display follow the above procedure, starting at step 2. Info button press the info button for an rds station (one with call letters di...

  • Page 214

    Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a fifth time and fade will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers. Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob again to exit setting tone, balance, and fade. Music type button...

  • Page 215

    Program type 16-digit character display rhythm and blues r & b religious music rel musc religious talk rel talk rock rock soft soft soft rock soft rck soft rhythm and blues soft r & b sports sports talk talk top 40 top 40 weather weather by pressing the seek button when the music type icon is displa...

  • Page 216

    • dvd play options - selecting the dvd play options will display the following: • subtitle – repeatedly pressing select will switch subtitles to different subtitle languages that are available on the disc (if equipped). • audio stream – repeatedly pressing select will switch to different audio langu...

  • Page 217

    Menu language — if equipped selecting this item will allow the user to choose the default startup dvd menu language (effective only if language supported by disc). If you want to select a language not listed, then scroll down and select ⬙other.⬙ enter the four-digit country code using the tune/ scro...

  • Page 218

    Autoplay — if equipped when this is set to on and a dvd video is inserted, it will bypass the dvd menu screen and automatically play the movie. In some rare cases, the dvd player may not auto-play the main title. In such cases, use the menu button on the remote control to select desired title to pla...

  • Page 219

    Buttons 1 - 6 these buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory {12 am, 12 fm, and 12 satellite (if equipped) stations}. Disc button pressing the disc button will allow you to switch from am/fm modes to disc modes. Operation instructions - (disc mode for cd and mp3/wm...

  • Page 220

    Radio display will show ⬙loading disc⬙ when the disc is loading and “reading disc” when the radio is reading the disc. Caution! This cd player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs only. The use of other sized discs may damage the cd player mechanism. Eject button — ejecting compact disc(s) press the e...

  • Page 221

    Rw/ff (cd mode) press and hold ff (fast forward) and the cd player will begin to fast forward until ff is released, or rw or another cd button is pressed. The rw (rewind) button works in a similar manner. Am or fm button (cd mode) switches the radio into the am or fm radio mode. Notes on playing mp3...

  • Page 222

    Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal cd audio tracks and computer files (including mp3/ wma files). Discs created with an option such as ⬙keep disc open after writing ⬙ are most likely multisession discs. The use of multisession ...

  • Page 223

    Id3 tag information for artist, song title, and album title are supported for id3 version 1 tags. Id3 version 2 is not supported by the radios. Playlist files are not supported. Mp3 pro files are not supported. Playback of mp3/wma files when a medium containing mp3/wma data is loaded, the radio chec...

  • Page 224

    Info button (disc mode for mp3/wma play) pressing the info button repeatedly will scroll through the following tag information: song title, artist, file name, and folder name (if available). Press the info button once more to return to ⬙elapsed time ⬙ priority mode. Press and hold the info button fo...

  • Page 225

    Time button (auxiliary mode) press the time button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds. Rw/ff (auxiliary mode) no function. Set button (auxiliary mode) no function. Operating instructions — voice recognition system (vr) (if eq...

  • Page 226

    Intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, unless otherwise authorized by macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Dts™ ⬙dts™⬙ and ⬙dts™ 2.0⬙ are trademarks of digital the- ater systems, inc. Am/fm/cd/dvd radio (rer/ren) – if equipped note: the sales code is located...

  • Page 227

    To manually set the clock — rer/ren 1. Turn on the radio. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. 3. Touch the screen where “user clock” is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the word “hour” with the arrow pointin...

  • Page 228

    Show time if radio is off when selected, this feature will display the time of day on the touch screen when the radio is turned off. Proceed as follows to change the current setting: 1. Turn on the radio. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the scre...

  • Page 229

    Sales code res — am/fm stereo radio with cd player (mp3 aux jack) note: the radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. Operating instructions — radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Power switch/volume control (r...

  • Page 230

    Seek buttons press and release the seek buttons to search for the next listenable station in am/fm mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations wit...

  • Page 231

    Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a second time and mid will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones. Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a third time and treble will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the rig...

  • Page 232

    You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: press the set/rnd button twice and set 2 will show in the display window. Each button can be set for set 1 and set 2 in both am and fm. This allows a total of 12 am and 12 fm stations to be stored i...

  • Page 233

    If you insert a disc with the ignition on and the radio on, the unit will switch from radio to cd mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will show the track number, and index time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. Caution! • this cd player will ac...

  • Page 234

    Time button press this button to change the display from a large cd playing time display to a small cd playing time display. Rw/ff press and hold the ff (fast forward) button and the cd player will begin to fast forward until ff is released, or rw or another cd button is pressed. The rw (reverse) bu...

  • Page 235

    The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • maximum number of folder levels: 8 • maximum number of files: 255 • maximum number of folders. (the radio display of file names and folder names is limited. For large numbers of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to display the file ...

  • Page 236

    Rates (vbr) are also supported. The majority of mp3 files use a 44.1 khz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or vbr bit rate. Mpeg specification sampling fre- quency (khz) bit rate (kbps) mpeg-1 audio layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, 192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 mpeg-2 audio l...

  • Page 237

    Operation instructions - auxiliary mode the auxiliary (aux) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an mp3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. Pressing the dis...

  • Page 238

    Operating instructions — radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Power switch/volume control (rotary) push the on/volume control knob to turn on the radio. Push the on/volume control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic volume cont...

  • Page 239

    If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “not equipped with uconnect” message will display on the radio screen. Time button press the time button to alternate locations of the time and frequency display. Clock setting procedure 1. Press and hold the ti...

  • Page 240

    Tune control turn the rotary tune/scroll control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. Setting the tone, balance, and fade push the rotary tune/scroll control knob and bass will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the right or left to increase or decreas...

  • Page 241

    Toggle the music type button to select the following format types: program type 16-digit character display no program type or un- defined none adult hits adlt hit classical classicl classic rock cls rock college college country country foreign language language information inform jazz jazz news news...

  • Page 242

    Station with the same selected music type name. The music type function only operates when in the fm mode. If a preset button is activated while in the music type (program type) mode, the music type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. Setup button pressing the setup bu...

  • Page 243

    Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 these buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 am and 12 fm stations). Disc/aux button pressing the disc/aux button will allow you to switch from am/fm modes to disc/a...

  • Page 244

    Caution! • this cd player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs only. The use of other sized discs may damage the cd player mechanism. • do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism. • res is a single cd player. Do not attempt to insert a second cd if one is alrea...

  • Page 245

    Rw/ff press and hold ff (fast forward) and the cd player will begin to fast forward until ff is released or rw or another cd button is pressed. The rw (reverse) button works in a similar manner. Am/fm button press the button to select either am or fm mode. Set/rnd button (random play button) press t...

  • Page 246

    • maximum number of files: 255 • maximum number of folders. (the radio display of file names and folder names is limited. For large numbers of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead. With a maximum number of files, exce...

  • Page 247

    Mpeg specification sampling fre- quency (khz) bit rate (kbps) mpeg-1 audio layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, 192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 mpeg-2 audio layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32, 24, 16, 8 id3 tag information for artist, song title, and a...

  • Page 248

    List button (cd mode for mp3 play) pressing the list button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the tune/scroll control knob. Selecting a folder by pressing the tune/scroll control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folde...

  • Page 249

    Time button (auxiliary mode) press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the ignition is off). Operating instructions - uconnect 威 phone (if equipped) refer to “uconnect 威 phone” in section 3. Operating instructions - uconnect 威 studios...

  • Page 250

    Connecting the ipod 姞 use the optional connection cable to connect an ipod 威 to the vehicle’s 16–pin connector port (which is located in the glove compartment on some vehicles). Once the ipod 威 is connected and synchronized to the vehicle’s uci system (ipod 威 may take a few seconds to connect), the ...

  • Page 251

    Play mode when switched to uci mode, the ipod 威 automatically starts play mode. In play mode, you may use the following buttons on the radio faceplate to control the ipod 威 and display data: • use the tune control knob to select the next or previous track. • turning it clockwise (forward) by one cli...

  • Page 252

    • while a track is playing, press the info button to see the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) for that track. Pressing the info button again jumps to the next screen of data for that track. Once you have seen all screens, the last info button press will take you back to the pla...

  • Page 253

    • during all list modes, the ipod威 displays all lists in “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom of the list just turn the wheel backwards (counter-clockwise) to get to the track faster. • in list mode, the radio preset buttons are used as shortcuts to the following lists on the ipod 威....

  • Page 254

    Caution! • leaving the ipod威 (or any supported device) any- where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can alter the operation, or damage the device. Follow the device manufacturer’s guidelines. • placing items on the ipod威, or connections to the ipod 威 in the vehicle, can cause damage to the devi...

  • Page 255

    Number 888-539-7474, or visit the sirius web site at www.Sirius.Com, or at www.Siriuscanada.Ca for cana- dian residents. Electronic serial number/sirius identification number (esn/sid) please have the following information available when calling: 1. The electronic serial number/sirius identification...

  • Page 256

    Bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly on or above the antenna. Reception quality satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons: • the vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or...

  • Page 257

    Info button pressing the info button will cycle the display informa- tion between artist, song title, and composer (if avail- able). Also, pressing and holding the info button for an additional three seconds will make the radio display the song title all of the time (press and hold again to return t...

  • Page 258

    Setup button pressing the setup button allows you to select the following items: • display sirius id number — press the audio/ select button to display the sirius id number. This number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the sirius subscription. Set button – to set the pushbutton memory when...

  • Page 259

    Operating instructions - uconnect 姞 phone (if equipped) refer to “uconnect 威 phone” in section 3. Uconnect studios 姞 (sirius backseat tv™) — if equipped satellite video uses direct satellite receiver broadcasting technology to provide streaming video. The subscription service provider is sirius sate...

  • Page 260

    The lcd screen is located on the headliner behind the front seats. Lowering the display screen remote control location 258 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 261

    Remote sound system controls — if equipped the remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sou...

  • Page 262

    The button located in the center of the left-hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- grammed in the radio preset pushbutton. Cd player pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the cd. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning...

  • Page 263

    Note: if you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged (i.E. Scratched, reflective coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding. Try a known good disc before considering disc player service. Radio operation and cellular ph...

  • Page 264

    The instrument panel features four dual-vane airflow registers. Two registers are located on the outer ends of the instrument panel and two are located in the center of the instrument panel. These registers can be closed to partially block airflow, and they can be adjusted to direct airflow where th...

  • Page 265

    Defrost air is directed to the windshield through the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also directed to the front door windows through the side window demister grilles. Some airflow is delivered to the floor while in defrost so that comfort can be maintained. Defrost/floor air flows thr...

  • Page 266

    Recirculation the recirculation feature can be selected with the mode control knob. You may choose be- tween bi-level recirculation and panel recir- culation air outlets while in this mode. Nor- mally, air enters from outside the vehicle. However, when in “recirculation” mode air inside the vehicle ...

  • Page 267

    Note: the numbers on the temperature dial represent a comfort setting when the mode knob is set to auto, and not the actual air temperature. Turn the mode control (on the right) knob to auto, and place the blower control (on the left) to either lo auto or hi auto. The lo auto position should be used...

  • Page 268

    Note: the temperature setting can be adjusted at any time without affecting automatic control operation. How- ever, if the driver and/or passenger temperature knobs are set to the full hot or full cold positions, the air temperature out of the ducts will be full hot or full cold respectively. With t...

  • Page 269

    • to provide you with maximum comfort in the auto- matic mode, during cold start-ups the blower fan will remain off until the engine warms up. However, the fan will engage immediately if the defrost mode is selected or if you manually select a blower speed. • under certain conditions (after the vehi...

  • Page 270

    268 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 271

    Note: regardless of the type of operation, when a temperature knob is set to the full clockwise or full counterclockwise position, the system will deliver full hot or full cold air out of the ducts, respectively. The operator can override the auto mode setting and select the direction of the air by ...

  • Page 272

    Bi-level air flows both through the outlets located in the instrument panel and those located on the floor. Air flows through the registers in the back of the center console, and under the front seats to the rear seat passengers. These registers can be closed to block airflow. The center console out...

  • Page 273

    Note: extended use of recirculation may cause the windows to fog. If the interior of the windows begins to fog, press the “recirculate” icon button to return to outside air. Some temperature/humidity conditions will cause captured interior air to condense on windows and hamper visibility. For this r...

  • Page 274

    The rear temperature, blower speed, and mode control can be adjusted as desired by the third row seat occu- pants. Note: the rear climate control system cannot be con- trolled from the front seat; it can only be turned on and off. All control of the rear system must be performed by the rear occupant...

  • Page 275

    Caution! Interior air enters the manual rear zone climate control system through an intake grille located in the passenger side trim panel behind the third seat. The heater outlets are located in the passenger side trim panel just behind the sliding door. Do not block or place objects directly in fr...

  • Page 276

    Operating tips window fogging windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it’s rainy or humid. In most cases, turning on the air conditioning (pressing the snowflake button) will clear the fog. Adjust the temperatur...

  • Page 277

    Your air conditioning system is also equipped with an automatic recirculation system. When the system senses a heavy load or high heat conditions, it may use partial recirculation a/c mode to provide additional comfort. Winter operation when operating the system during the winter months, make sure t...

  • Page 278

    Operating tips chart 276 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 279: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 ▫ normal starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 ▫ extremely cold weather (below ⫺20°f or ⫺29°c) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 ▫ if engine fails to start . ...

  • Page 280

    ▫ driving in snow, mud and sand . . . . . . . . 296 ▫ hill climbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 ▫ traction downhill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 ▫ after driving off-road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 䡵 power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29...

  • Page 281

    䡵 tire rotation recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 328 䡵 tire pressure monitor system (tpms) . . . . . . 329 ▫ base system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 ▫ premium system — if equipped . . . . . . . . 334 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 䡵 fuel requirem...

  • Page 282

    䡵 vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 ▫ certification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 䡵 trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 ▫ common towing definitions . . . . . . . . . . . 352 ▫ trailer hitch classification . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 283

    Starting procedure before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is da...

  • Page 284

    Do not press the accelerator. Use the fob with integrated key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the start position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running. If the engine fails to start,...

  • Page 285

    If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “normal starting” or “extreme cold weather” proce- dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. Then, turn the ignition switch to the start position and release it as soon...

  • Page 286

    Warning! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 volt ac electrical cord could cause electrocution. Automatic transmission caution! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • shift into park only after the vehicle has come to...

  • Page 287

    Brake/transmission shift interlock system this system prevents you from moving the shift lever out of park and into any gear unless the brake pedal is pressed. This system is active only while the ignition switch is in the on position. Always depress the brake pedal first, before moving the shift le...

  • Page 288

    6. Move the shift lever into the neutral position. 7. The vehicle may then be started in neutral. Have your vehicle inspected by your local authorized dealer, if the shift lock manual override has been used. Five–speed automatic transmission the electronically controlled transmission provides a prec...

  • Page 289

    Warning! (continued) • it is dangerous to move the shift lever out of park or neutral if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or som...

  • Page 290

    Shifts the transmission into ers 3 (third gear), the trans- mission will never shift above third gear, but can shift down to 2 (second) or 1 (first), when needed. Note: • if you pull and hold (not tap) the shift lever to the left (-), the transmission will downshift to the lowest gear that can be at...

  • Page 291

    Gear). When in the drive position in 5th gear, the first tap to the left (-) will downshift the transmission and display 5 (ers 5 is the same as normal 4th gear). Another tap to the left (-) will shift the transmission down to ers 4 (direct gear). Warning! Do not downshift for additional engine brak...

  • Page 292

    Note: if the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem- peratures, the transmission may not shift into overdrive and will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at this temperature. Normal operation will resume when the transmission fluid temperature has risen to a suitable level....

  • Page 293

    Overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in tow/haul mode, the transmission will shift into direct gear and overdrive will be enabled under steady cruise conditions. The “tow/haul” indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicate when the switch has been ...

  • Page 294

    4. Wait approximately 10 seconds, then restart the en- gine. 5. Move the shift lever to the desired gear range. If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will return to normal operation. If the problem persists, park, reverse, and neutral will continue to oper- ate. Only 2nd gear (3.7l ...

  • Page 295

    • if the vehicle has not been driven in several days, the first few seconds of operation after shifting the trans- mission into gear may seem sluggish. This is due to the fluid partially draining from the torque converter into the transmission. This condition is normal and will not cause damage to t...

  • Page 296

    On-road driving tips utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make them capable of performing in a wide variety of off-road applications. Specific design characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars. An advantage of the higher ground clearance ...

  • Page 297

    Caution! When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h). Always check water depth before entering as a precaution, and check all fluids afterward. Driv- ing through water may cause damage that may not be covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Driving through water more than a few inc...

  • Page 298

    Driving in snow, mud and sand in heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low gear and shift the transfer case to 4wd low if necessary. Refer to “four-wheel drive operation” in this section. Do not shift to a lower gear than necessary t...

  • Page 299

    If the wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of a hill, ease off the accelerator and maintain forward motion by turning the front wheels slowly. This may provide a fresh “bite” into the surface and will usually provide traction to complete the climb. Traction downhill shift the transmission...

  • Page 300

    • after extended operation in mud, sand, water, or similar dirty conditions, have brake rotors, wheels, brake linings, and axle yokes inspected and cleaned as soon as possible. Warning! Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might not have ...

  • Page 301

    Warning! Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. Caution! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature an...

  • Page 302

    Warning! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only manufacturers recommended power steering fluid. If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level...

  • Page 303

    The shift lever in park, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of park. Warning! • always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury. Also, be certain to leave the transmiss...

  • Page 304

    Wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type, and tires must be properly inflated, to produce accurate signals for the computer. Warning! Significant over or under-inflation of tires or mixing sizes of tires or wheels on the ...

  • Page 305

    Warning! (continued) • the abs cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydro- planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. • the capabilities of an abs equipped vehicle must never be e...

  • Page 306

    • do not drive too fast for road conditions, especially when roads are wet or slushy. A wedge of water can build up between the tire tread and the road. This hydroplaning action can cause loss of traction, braking ability, and control. • after going through deep water or a car wash, brakes may becom...

  • Page 307

    Warning! Abs (anti-lock brake system) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. Abs cannot prevent accidents, in- cluding those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surf...

  • Page 308

    Benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the bas is deactivated. Warning! Bas (brake assist system) cannot pre...

  • Page 309

    Note: anytime the esp system is in the “full off” mode, erm is disabled. Refer to esp (electronic stability program) for a complete explanation of the available esp modes. Warning! Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- tions and driving conditions, influence the chance that wheel lift o...

  • Page 310

    The esp/tcs indicator light located in the instrument cluster, starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the esp system becomes active. The esp/tcs indicator light also flashes when tcs is active. If the esp/tcs indicator light begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the acceler...

  • Page 311

    High range (4wd models) or 2wd models on this is the normal operating mode for esp in 4wd high range and in 2wd vehicles. Whenever the vehicle is started or the transfer case (if equipped) is shifted from 4wd low range or neutral back to 4wd high range, the esp system will be in this “on” mode. This...

  • Page 312

    Gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “partial off” mode by pressing the esp off switch. Once the situation requiring esp to be switched to the “partial off” mode is overcome, turn esp back on by momentarily depressing the esp off switch. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion. Full ...

  • Page 313

    Warning! With the esp switched off, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by esp and erm are unavailable. In an emergency evasive maneuver, the esp and erm systems will not engage to assist in maintaining stability. The “full off” esp mode is intended for off-road use only. 4wd low range full off t...

  • Page 314

    Warning! With the esp switched off, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by esp and erm are unavailable. In an emergency evasive maneuver, the esp and erm systems will not engage to assist in maintaining stability. The “full off” mode is intended for off- road use only. Tsc (trailer sway control) ...

  • Page 315

    Period of time after the driver takes their foot off of the brake pedal. If the driver does not apply the throttle during this short period of time, the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The system will release brake pressure in proportion to amount of throt...

  • Page 316

    Warning! • if you use a trailer brake controller with your trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and deactivated with the brake switch. If so, when the brake pedal is released there may not be enough brake pressure to hold the vehicle and trailer on a hill and this could cause a collision wi...

  • Page 317

    Hdc (hill descent control) (4wd models with nv245 two–speed transfer case only) hdc maintains vehicle speed while descending hills during off-road driving situations and is available in 4wd low range only. To enable hdc (transfer case must be in 4wd low range), press the hdc switch. If the hdc switc...

  • Page 318

    When hdc is properly enabled, the message “hill descent control” will appear in the evic and the light in the switch will be illuminated. Hdc will auto- matically apply the brakes to control downhill speed when necessary. Hdc has the capability to sense terrain and will only activate when the vehicl...

  • Page 319

    Hdc is intended for low speed off-road driving only. At vehicle speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h), hdc will no longer function. When the vehicle speed drops below 30 mph (48 km/h), hdc function will automatically resume and the vehicle speed will return to the chosen set speed. Warning! Hdc is only inte...

  • Page 320

    Note: • ⬙the esp/tcs indicator light and the esp/bas warning light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned on. • each time the ignition is turned on, the esp system will be on even if it was previously turned off. • the esp control system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when...

  • Page 321

    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 standards. Tires designed to this standard ha...

  • Page 322

    Tire sizing chart example: size designation: p = passenger car tire size based on u.S. Design standards ⴖ....Blank....ⴖ = passenger car tire based on european design standards lt = light truck tire based on u.S. Design standards t = temporary spare tire 31 = overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = sec...

  • Page 323

    Example: service description: 95 = load index — a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry h = speed symbol — a symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions — the maximum speed corres...

  • Page 324

    Tire identification number (tin) the tin may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full tin, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the tin on the outboard side of...

  • Page 325

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side b-pillar. 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 wei...

  • Page 326

    Note: under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (gawrs) for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded. For further information on gawrs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to “vehicle loading” in this section. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your ...

  • Page 327

    5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult th...

  • Page 328

    326 starting and operating.

  • Page 329

    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. Tire chains only models fitted with 235/65r17xl (extra load) tires have...

  • Page 330

    Tire rotation recommendations tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, handling, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates and develop irregular wear patterns. The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cro...

  • Page 331

    Tire pressure monitor system (tpms) the tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended cold tire pressure. The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kpa) for every 12°f (–11°c). This means that when the outside...

  • Page 332

    For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of 33 psi (227 kpa). If the ambient temperature is 68°f (20°c) and the measured tire pressure is 28 psi (193 kpa), a tempera- ture drop to 20°f (-7°c) will decrease the tire pressure to approximately 24...

  • Page 333

    Note: • the tpms is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. • 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 ...

  • Page 334

    A tire pressure monitoring sensor is located in the spare wheel, if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full-size spare wheel and tire assembly. The matching full-size spare tire can be used in place of any of the four road tires. A low spare tire will not cause the tire pressure monitoring tell...

  • Page 335

    3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings. 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with tpm sensors. Note: • if your vehicle is equipped with a matching full-size spare wheel and tire assembly, it has a tire pressure monitoring sensor, and can be moni...

  • Page 336

    Tpm system” message will be displayed for 75 sec- onds, and the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the spare tire, the tpms will update a...

  • Page 337

    Spare tire can be used in place of any of the four road tires. A low spare tire will set the “spare low pres- sure” message, but it will not cause the tire pressure monitoring telltale light to illuminate or the chime to sound. Tire pressure monitoring low pressure warnings the tire pressure monitor...

  • Page 338

    Once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information. Check tpm system warning the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will flash on and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a syste...

  • Page 339

    1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the tpm sensors. 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals. 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings. 4. Using tire chains on the ve...

  • Page 340

    And the graphic display will show a tire pressure value in place of the “flashing” low tire pressure value. • if your vehicle is not equipped with a matching full-size spare wheel and tire assembly, it does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor in the spare tire. The tpms will not be able to mo...

  • Page 341

    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 342

    For optimum performance. The use of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it will not provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these engines. Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate...

  • Page 343

    Caution! Do not use gasoline containing methanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and drivability problems and may damage critical fuel system com- ponents. Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer. While mtbe is an oxygenate ...

  • Page 344

    Blended with mmt provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without mmt. Gasoline blended with mmt reduces spark plug life and reduces emission system performance in some vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without mmt be used in your vehicle. The mmt...

  • Page 345

    • 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 performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of the manufactu...

  • Page 346

    Flexible fuel (4.7l engine only) — if equipped e-85 general information the information in this section is for flexible fuel ve- hicles only. These vehicles can be identified by a unique, yellow fuel filler cap (gas cap) that states ethanol (e-85)/ unleaded gasoline, and by the flexfuel badge that w...

  • Page 347

    Ethanol fuel (e-85) e-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. Warning! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap)...

  • Page 348

    When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: • you do not add less than 5 gal (19 l) when refueling • you drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at least 5 mi (8 km) observing these precautions will avoid possible hard starting and/or significant deterioration in drivability duri...

  • Page 349

    Replacement parts all components in your flexible fuel vehicle (ffv) are designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- patible parts. Caution! • replacing fuel system components with non- ethanol compatible components can damage your v...

  • Page 350

    Caution! • damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impu- rities into the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting aftermarket cap can cause the malfunction indica- tor light to illuminate, due to fuel vapo...

  • Page 351

    Loose fuel filler cap message if the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a “check gascap” message will be displayed in the evic (electronic vehicle information center). Refer to “electronic vehicle information center” in section 4...

  • Page 352

    This label contains the month and year of manufacture, gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), gross axle weight rating (gawr) front and rear, and vehicle identification number (vin). A month-day-hour (mdh) number is included on this label and indicates the month, day, and hour of manufacture. The bar c...

  • Page 353

    Inflation pressure this is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for all loading conditions up to full gawr. Curb weight the curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full capacity conditions, and with no occupants ...

  • Page 354

    Caution! Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the gvwr or the maximum front and rear gawr. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Trailer towing in t...

  • Page 355

    Gross combination weight rating (gcwr) the gcwr is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. Note: the gcwr rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) allowance for the presence of a driver. Gross axle weight rating (gawr) the gawr is the maximum capacity of the fr...

  • Page 356

    Weight-distributing hitch a weight-distributing hitch system works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with the manufacturer’s ...

  • Page 357

    Without weight-distributing hitch (incorrect) with weight-distributing hitch (correct) starting and operating 355 5.

  • Page 358

    Trailer hitch classification your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) with the optional trailer tow prep package. See your authorized dealer for package content. The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weig...

  • Page 359

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) the following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine model gcwr (gross com- bined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Trailer tongue wt. (see note) 3.7l 4x2 8,700 lbs (...

  • Page 360

    Trailer and tongue weight always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the gross trailer weight (gtw) on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels, or heavier in the rear, can cause the trailer to sway severely side-to...

  • Page 361

    Note: remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the tire and loading information plac- ard in the “tire—safety i...

  • Page 362

    • when hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not over- load your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, chas- sis structure or tires. • safety chains must always be used between your vehicle...

  • Page 363

    − check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- sures before trailer usage. − check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer. Refer to “tires–general infor- mation” in this section. − when replacing tires, refer to “tires–general informa- tion” in this section....

  • Page 364

    Warning! • do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident. • towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance. When towing, you should allow ...

  • Page 365

    4-pin connector 1 — female pins 4 — park 2 — male pin 5 — left stop/turn 3 — ground 6 — right stop/turn 7-pin connector 1 — battery 5 — ground 2 — backup lamps 6 — left stop/turn 3 — right stop/turn 7 — running lamps 4 — electric brakes starting and operating 363 5.

  • Page 366

    Towing tips before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic transmission the drive range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the tow/haul mode (if equipped) or a lower ...

  • Page 367

    Cooling system to reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: − city driving when stopped for short periods of time, shift the trans- mission into neutral and increase engine idle speed. − highway driving reduce speed. − air conditioning turn off temporari...

  • Page 368

    Towing — quadra-trac i 姞 (single-speed transfer case) 4wd models recreational towing is not allowed. This model does not have a neutral position in the transfer case. Towing — quadra–trac ii 姞 /quadra–drive ii 姞 4wd models caution! Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Internal damage to the...

  • Page 369

    Complete. A “4wd system in neutral” message will display on the evic (electronic vehicle information center). Refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in section 4 of this manual. 5. Start the engine. 6. Shift the transmission into drive. 7. Release the brake pedal and ensure that the...

  • Page 370

    Caution! Transmission damage may occur if the transmission is shifted into park with the transfer case in neu- tral and the engine running. With the transfer case in neutral ensure that the engine is off prior to shifting the transmission into park (refer to steps 7 and 8 above). Shifting out of neu...

  • Page 371

    5. Shift the transmission into park. 6. Start the engine. 7. Shift the transmission into drive. Note: when shifting out of transfer case neutral, turning the engine off may be required to avoid gear clash. Warning! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer ...

  • Page 373: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 䡵 jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 ▫ jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374 ▫ spare tire stowage...

  • Page 374

    Hazard warning flashers the hazard warning flasher switch is located on the switch bank just above the climate controls. Press the switch to turn on the hazard warning flashers. When the hazard warning flasher switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming t...

  • Page 375

    Caution! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads hot (h), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on hot (h), and you hear conti...

  • Page 376

    Jack location the scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located in a compartment behind the third row seat. Refer to “cargo area features” in section 3 for further informa- tion. Spare tire stowage the spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. To...

  • Page 377

    Spare tire removal fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut. Use the lug wrench to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow to pull the tire out from under the vehicle. Caution! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the j...

  • Page 378

    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 being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Place the shift lever into park 4. Turn off the ignition. 5. Turn on the hazard war...

  • Page 379

    Warning! (continued) • never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack. • do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. • only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. • if wo...

  • Page 380

    3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools as shown. Connect jack handle driver (a) to two extensions (b), then to the lug wrench (c). 4. Locate the jack as shown. For the front axle, place it under the front lower control arm as shown. For the rear axle, place it under the axle near the wheel to be cha...

  • Page 381

    5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability. Warning! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle le...

  • Page 382

    Wheel nut tightness is 95 ft lbs (130 n·m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station. 10. Lower the jack to it’s fully closed position. Warning! A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or hard stop c...

  • Page 383

    Warning! • battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth- ing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush contami- nated area immediately with large quant...

  • Page 384

    5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure you have a good contact on the engine. 6. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, th...

  • Page 385

    Vehicle. The rear hook will be located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Note: for off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle. Caution! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not us...

  • Page 387: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment – 3.7l . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387 䡵 engine compartment – 4.7l . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388 䡵 engine compartment – 5.7l . . . . . . . . . . . . . 389 䡵 onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . . . . . 390 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . ....

  • Page 388

    ▫ cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403 ▫ brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409 ▫ front/rear axle fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410 ▫ transfer case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 389

    Engine compartment – 3.7l 1 — engine coolant reservoir 6 — battery 2 — engine oil dipstick 7 — washer fluid reservoir 3 — power distribution center 8 — engine oil fill 4 — brake fluid reservoir 9 — coolant pressure cap 5 — integrated power module 10 — air cleaner filter maintaining your vehicle 387 ...

  • Page 390

    Engine compartment – 4.7l 1 — engine coolant reservoir 7 — battery 2 — automatic transmission dipstick 8 — washer fluid reservoir 3 — engine oil dipstick 9 — engine oil fill 4 — power distribution center 10 — coolant pressure cap 5 — brake fluid reservoir 11 — air cleaner filter 6 — integrated power...

  • Page 391

    Engine compartment – 5.7l 1 — engine coolant reservoir 7 — washer fluid reservoir 2 — automatic transmission dipstick 8 — engine oil dipstick 3 — power distribution center 9 — engine oil fill 4 — brake fluid reservoir 10 — coolant pressure cap 5 — integrated power module 11 — air cleaner filter 6 — ...

  • Page 392

    Onboard diagnostic system — obd ii your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called obd ii. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide ex...

  • Page 393

    Loose fuel filler cap message after fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged. A “check gascap” message will be displayed in the evic (refer to section 4 of this manual). Tighten the gas cap until a ⬙clicking⬙ sound i...

  • Page 394

    Normally, the obd ii system will be ready. The obd ii system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- ment. If the obd ii system should be determined not ready for the i/m test, your vehicle may fail the test. Your vehicle has a simple...

  • Page 395

    Regardless of whether your vehicle’s obd ii system is ready or not, if the mil is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced before going to the i/m station. The i/m station can fail your vehicle because the mil is on with the engine running. Replacement parts ...

  • Page 396

    Maintenance procedures the pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle. Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed maintenance intervals, there are other items that should operate satisfactorily without periodic maint...

  • Page 397

    Engine oil selection for best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are api cer- tified and meet the requirements of chrysler material standard ms-6395. American petroleum institute (api) engine oil id...

  • Page 398

    Materials added to engine oils the manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives. Disposing of used engine oil and oil filt...

  • Page 399

    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 compa...

  • Page 400

    Warning! (continued) • battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Caution! • it is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post, and the negative cable is attached to the ...

  • Page 401

    Warning! (continued) • the air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced repairman. Note: use only manufacturer approved ...

  • Page 402

    Windshield wiper blades clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner to remove accumulations of salt or road film. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blade...

  • Page 403

    Warning! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. Exhaust system the best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine ...

  • Page 404

    Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage. Caution! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is n...

  • Page 405

    To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- age: • do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. • do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. • do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires di...

  • Page 406

    Bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser. Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire s...

  • Page 407

    Caution! Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze), other than the specified hoat engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. If a non-hoat engine coolant (anti- freeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it should be replaced with ...

  • Page 408

    • mix a minimum solution of 50% hoat engine coolant (antifreeze) and distilled water. Use higher concentra- tions (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below -34°f (-37°c) are anticipated. • use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant (antifre...

  • Page 409

    Warning! • the warning words do not open hot on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precau- tion. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. To pre...

  • Page 410

    Of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points to remember note: when the...

  • Page 411

    • keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean, also. • do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install only the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result ...

  • Page 412

    With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check should be conducted. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in this section for the correct fluid type. Warning! • use ...

  • Page 413

    Selection of lubricant use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in this section for the correct fluid type. Transfer case fluid level check inspect the transfer case for fluid leaks. If a fluid leak is found, the transfer case fluid level can be...

  • Page 414

    Automatic transmission selection of lubricant it is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- mance. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended trans- mission fluid. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in this section for the cor...

  • Page 415

    Fluid level check (3.7l engine) regular fluid level checks are not required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted. If you notice fluid loss or shift lever malfunction, have your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level. Caution! • using a transmission fluid other than the manu- factu...

  • Page 416

    2. The vehicle must be on level ground. 3. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the brake pedal. 4. Place the shift lever momentarily in each gear position ending with the lever in park. 5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until seated. 6. Remove the dipstick again, and note th...

  • Page 417

    To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make certain that the dipstick cap is properly reseated. It is normal for the dipstick cap to spring back slightly from its fully seated position, as long as its seal remains engaged in the dipstick tube. ...

  • Page 418

    Passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle. What cau...

  • Page 419

    Caution! • do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will scratch metal and painted surfaces. • use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274 kpa) can result in damage or removal of paint and decals. Special care • if you drive on salted or dusty...

  • Page 420

    Wheel and wheel trim care all wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove heavy soil, use mopar 威 wheel cleaner or select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, steel ...

  • Page 421

    Warning! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas, they may cause respiratory harm. Cleaning headlights your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is...

  • Page 422

    Seat belt maintenance do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage will also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use mopar 威 total clean, a mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the...

  • Page 423

    Cav- ity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description 3 10 amp red htd mirror (ebl) 4 20 amp yellow rr pwr out (b+) 5 10 amp red rr hvac (r/o) (commander only) 6 spare (b+) 7 20 amp yellow door locks (b+) 8 spare (b+) 9 20 amp yellow pwr outlet (b+) cav- ity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description 10 10 amp re...

  • Page 424

    Cav- ity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description 14 20 amp yellow cigar ltr (r/a) 15 10 amp red tire pressure tran- sponders (r/o) 16 10 amp red upper & lower switch bank, diag. Connector, cluster (b+) 17 15 amp blue flipper glass (b+) 19 spare (r/s) 20 10 amp red steering column con- trol module (sccm...

  • Page 425

    Underhood fuses (power distribution center) cav- ity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 1 50 amp red ptc heater 1 (diesel only) cav- ity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 2 40 amp green hid headlamps 3 50 amp red ptc heater 2 (diesel only) 4 30 amp pink power outlets 5 50 amp red ptc heater 3...

  • Page 426

    Cav- ity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 10 — spare 11 40 amp green hvac blower 12 30 amp pink rear wiper, ign r/o 13 40 amp green rear window defroster (ebl)/heated mirror 14 30 amp pink rear hvac (if equipped) 15 — spare 16 50 amp red asd 17 30 amp pink abs pump 18 40 amp green accessory del...

  • Page 427

    Cav- ity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 27 20 amp yellow hd washer (if equipped) (export only) 28 30 amp green abs valves 29 20 amp yellow pcm batt (gasoline only) 30 — spare 31 — spare 32 15 amp blue powertrain control module (diesel only) 33 20 amp yellow final drive control module (fdcm) e...

  • Page 428

    Underhood fuses (integrated power module) cav- ity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description 8 10 amp red lt park lamps cav- ity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description 9 10 amp red trailer-tow park lamps 10 10 amp red rt park lamps 12 20 amp yellow front control module (fcm) batt #4 13 20 amp yellow front ...

  • Page 429

    Cav- ity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description 18 20 amp yellow front control module (fcm) batt #1 19 20 amp yellow lt trailer-tow stop/ turn 20 20 amp yellow front control module (fcm) batt #3 21 20 amp yellow rt trailer-tow stop/ turn 22 30 amp pink final drive control module (fdcm) mod 23 50 amp r...

  • Page 430

    Ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again. Replacement bulbs interior lights bulb type glove box light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 grab handle light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L002825w5w overhea...

  • Page 431

    Insert a finger into each hole of the headlamp cover, and pull upward to unsnap the rear edge of the cover from the two upper lamp mounting brackets. Slide the cover rearward to disengage the front edge from beneath the tab on the top near the front of the lamp housing. 3. Disconnect the electrical ...

  • Page 432

    5. Pull the bulb and base straight out from the opening in the reflector. Caution! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. Front turn signal 1. Turn the st...

  • Page 433

    4. Turn the socket on the bottom of the front lamp unit housing 1/4 turn counterclockwise to unlock it. 5. Pull the socket and bulb straight out from the opening in the housing. 6. Disconnect the electrical connector. 7. Pull the base of the bulb straight out of the socket. Caution! Do not touch the...

  • Page 434

    Front fog light 1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left or right. 2. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front wheel to unsnap and lift the cover over the access hole in the front of the wheel house splash shield. Access to the bulb can be gained through the wheel liner hole. 3....

  • Page 435

    Rear tail, stop, turn signal, and backup lights 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two push-pins that secure the rear lamp unit to the side of the liftgate opening. 3. Pull the outboard side of the rear lamp unit rearward far enough to unsnap the two ball studs on the outboard side of the lamp hou...

  • Page 436

    4. Firmly grasp the appropriate bulb socket on the back of the rear lamp unit housing, and turn 1/4 turn coun- terclockwise to unlock it. 5. Disconnect the electrical connector. 6. Pull the socket and bulb straight out from the opening in the housing. 7. Pull the base of the bulb straight out of the...

  • Page 437

    Center high mounted stop light (chmsl) 1. Remove the two screws securing the chmsl. 2. Twist the bulb socket to remove from the chmsl housing. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and reattach the chmsl. Maintaining your vehicle 435 7.

  • Page 438

    Fluids and capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 21 gallons 79 liters engine oil with filter 3.7 liter engine (sae 5w-20, api certified) 5 quarts 4.7 liters 4.7 liter engine (sae 5w-20, api certified) 6 quarts 5.7 liters 5.7 liter engine (sae 5w-20, api certified) 7 quarts 6.6 liters cooling sys...

  • Page 439

    Fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine coolant mopar 威 antifreeze/coolant 5 year/100,000 mile formula hoat (hybrid organic additive technology) engine oil (3.7l, 4.7l, and 5.7l engine) use api certified sae 5w-20 engine oil, meeting the requir...

  • Page 440

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part automatic transmission mopar 威 atf+4 automatic transmission fluid transfer case (nv140 single speed only) mopar 威 atf+4 automatic transmission fluid transfer case (nv245 two speed only) mopar 威 nv 247/245 transfer case lubricant axle differential (...

  • Page 441: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 emissions control system maintenance . . . . . 440 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441 ▫ required maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . 442 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 442

    Emissions control system maintenance the scheduled maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emissions control system. These and all other maintenance services in- cluded in this manual, should be done t...

  • Page 443

    Maintenance schedule the oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. On electronic vehicle information center (evic) equipped vehicles “oil change required” will be dis- played in the evic and a single chime will sound, indicating th...

  • Page 444

    Once a month • check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. • inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transmission (4.7l and 5.7l engines) and add as needed. • check all ...

  • Page 445

    6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature authorized chrysler dealer 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine...

  • Page 446

    18,000 miles (30,000 km) or 18 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. Odometer reading date repair order # d...

  • Page 447

    36,000 miles (60,000 km) or 36 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ inspect the brake linings, ...

  • Page 448

    54,000 miles (90,000 km) or 54 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. Odometer reading date repair order # d...

  • Page 449

    66,000 miles (110,000 km) or 66 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature authorized chrysler dealer 72,000 miles (120,000 km) or 72 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the en...

  • Page 450

    78,000 miles (130,000 km) or 78 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature authorized chrysler dealer 84,000 miles (140,000 km) or 84 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the en...

  • Page 451

    90,000 miles (150,000 km) or 90 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ replace the top row of spark plugs (4.7l engine). ❏ replace the spark plugs (3.7l and 5.7l engines). ❏ inspect and replace pcv...

  • Page 452

    102,000 miles (170,000 km) or 102 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ replace the ignition cables (4.7l engine). ❏ replace the side row of spark plugs (4.7l engine). ❏ flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 months. Odom...

  • Page 453

    120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 120 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ replace the ignition cables (3.7l engine). ❏ replace the top row of spark plugs (4.7l engine). ❏ replace the spark plugs (3....

  • Page 454

    126,000 miles (210,000 km) or 126 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. Odometer reading date repair order ...

  • Page 455

    144,000 miles (240,000 km) or 144 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate tires. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ inspect the brake lining...

  • Page 456

    † this maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. Warning! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt ab...

  • Page 457: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 457 ▫ prepare for the appointment . . . . . . . . . . 457 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 457 ▫ be reasonable with reque...

  • Page 458

    䡵 department of transportation uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 462 ▫ treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 463 ▫ traction grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 463 ▫ temperature grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 464 456 ...

  • Page 459

    Suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle prepare for the appointment if you’re 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 460

    This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • if for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- ship. They want to know if you need assistance. • if ...

  • Page 461

    Customer assistance for the hearing or speech impaired (tdd/tty) to assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special tdd (telecommuni- cation devices for the deaf) equipment at its customer center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a tdd...

  • Page 462

    Warning! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear con...

  • Page 463

    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: administrator, nhtsa, 400 seventh street, sw., washing- ton, d.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety f...

  • Page 464

    • diagnostic procedure manuals diagnostic procedure manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled ve- hicle systems and features. They show exactly how to find...

  • Page 465

    Treadwear the treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relativ...

  • Page 466

    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...

  • Page 467: Index

    Index 10

  • Page 468

    Abs (anti-lock brake system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 adjustable pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 air cleaner, engine (engine air cleaner filter) . . . 396 air conditioner maintenance . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 469

    Torque converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 auxiliary electrical outlet (power outlet) . . . . . . 167 auxiliary power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 470

    Cargo load floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 cargo (vehicle loading) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 cellular phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84,261 center high mounted stop light . . . . . . . . . . . . 435 certification label . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 471

    Radiator cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406 selection of coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . 404,436 courtesy lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 cruise light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 cupholders . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 472

    Electronic stability program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307 traction control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 electronic roll mitigation (erm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 electronic speed control (cruise control) . . . . . . 148 electronic stability program (esp) . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 473

    Enhanced accident response feature . . . . . . . . . . 57 entry system, illuminated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 event data recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 exhaust gas caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38,72,343,401 exhaust system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 474

    Freeing a stuck vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 front axle (differential) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410 front heated seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 filler cap (gas cap) ....

  • Page 475

    Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419 on with wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 428 heated mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 heated seats . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 476

    Jacking instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376 jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 key, programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 key, replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 key, sentry (immobilizer)...

  • Page 477

    Four-wheel drive indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420 hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 478

    Lower anchors and tether for children (latch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66,67 lubrication, body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399 luggage rack (roof rack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 lumbar support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 479

    Oil change indicator, reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 oil, engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436 change interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 dipstick . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 480

    Power distribution center (fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423 door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 lift gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 mirrors . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 481

    Shifting into transfer case neutral (n) . . . . . . . 366 shifting out of transfer case neutral (n) . . . . . 368 reformulated gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399 reminder, lights on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 482

    Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420 pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 shoulder belt anchorage . ...

  • Page 483

    Smartbeams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 snow chains (tire chains) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 snow plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374 specifications fuel (gas...

  • Page 484

    Tilt steering column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 time delay, headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 tire and loading information placard . . . . . . . . . 323 tire identification number (tin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 tire markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 485

    Trailer towing guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 trailer weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 transfer case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411 maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411 transmission automatic...

  • Page 486

    Warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 warranty information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 460 washers, windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143,400 washing vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416 waxing and polishing . . . . . . ...

  • Page 487

    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...

  • Page 488: Commander

    Commander 2009 commander chrysler llc 81-326-0915 second edition printed in u.S.A. 2009 owner’s manual 150354 09 en commander.Indd 1 9/8/08 3:44:26 pm.