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Jeep 2010 WK Grand Cherokee SRT8 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction contents 䡵 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 rollover warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 䡵 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 䡵 vehicle ide...

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    Introduction congratulations on selecting your new chrysler group llc vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This owner’s manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and ...

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    Control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drive carefully. 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 u...

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    6 introduction.

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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. 8 introduction.

  • Page 10: Contents

    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ wireless ignition node (win) . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ▫ removing key fob from ignition . . . . . . . . . 13 ▫ key-...

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    ▫ remote open window feature — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 ▫ using the panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 ▫ programming additional transmitters . . . . . . 22 ▫ transmitter battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . 22 ▫ general information . . . ....

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    ▫ seat belts and pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . 44 ▫ seat belt extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 ▫ supplemental restraint systems (srs) — airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 ▫ advanced front airbag features . . . . . . . . . . 47 ▫ airbag deploy...

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    A word about your keys your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a key fob with remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter and a wireless ignition node (win) with integral ignition switch. You can insert the key fob into the ignition switch with either side up. Wireless igniti...

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    Key fob the key fob operates the ignition switch. It also contains the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the key fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the rke transmitter go dead. The emerg...

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

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    Key-in-ignition reminder opening the driver’s door when the key fob is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is off or acc, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key fob. Note: the key-in-ignition reminder only sounds when the key fob is placed in the off or acc ignition position. S...

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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. All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics. Repl...

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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 light (located in the instrument cluster) will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to signal that the 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...

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    Note: none of the courtesy lights will operate if the dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme downward position), unless the overhead map/reading lights are turned on manually. Remote keyless entry (rke) this system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate, or activate the pan...

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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 electroni...

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    Sound horn with remote key lock this feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the rke transmitter. This feature can be turned on or off. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: • for vehicles equipped with the electronic vehicle information center (evic), refer ...

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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 lamps will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will turn on. The...

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    2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. Reposition the access door panel over the battery opening and snap into place. General information this device com...

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    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 transmitter, and some mobile or cb radios. Remote starting system — if equipped this system uses the remote keyless entry...

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    Warning! • do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon mon- oxide (co) which is odorless and colorless. Car- bon monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled. • keep remote keyless entry (rke) transmitters away from child...

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    Note: to avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will disable the one time press of the remote start button for two seconds after receiving a valid remote start request. To exit remote start mode and drive the vehicle before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the unlock button on the rk...

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    Warning! (continued) • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition and lock your vehicle. Do not leave unattended children in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal in- juries and death. Power door loc...

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    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, this feature will unlock all the doors when the driver’s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped and in park or neutral. Refer to “e...

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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 operates the front passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the on or ...

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    Auto-down both the driver and front passenger window switches 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” move- ment, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the sw...

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    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 close the window com- pletely, then pull and hold the switch for one second. Window lockout button the window lockout button on the driver’s d...

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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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    Warning! • driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. • the tailpipes may be hot and you could be seri- ously injured if you come into cont...

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    Once the liftgate flipper glass has been opened, connec- tion to the rear window wiper is interrupted, preventing activation of the rear wiper blade while the flipper glass is open. Note: if a malfunction to the liftgate latch should occur, an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the...

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    • front seat belts incorporate pretensioners to enhance occupant protection by managing occupant energy during an impact event — if equipped if you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the lower anchors and tether for children (latch) feature also can be ...

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    Ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/shoulder belts all seating positions in your vehicle have combination lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is de- signed to lock during very sudden s...

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    Warning! (continued) • 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 se...

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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 aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the belt over...

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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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    Warning! • the belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly automatic locking re- tractor (alr) feature or any other seat belt func- tion is not working properly when checked ac- cording to the procedures in the service manual. • failure to replace the belt and retractor as...

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    Seat belt pretensioners — if equipped the seat belts for both front seating positions may be equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight...

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    1. Turn the ignition switch to the off position, and buckle the driver’s seat belt. 2. Turn the ignition key to the acc/on position (do not start the engine), and wait for the seat belt reminder light to turn off. 3. Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver’s...

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    Warning! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed. Supplemental restraint systems (srs...

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    Note: these airbags are certified to the new federal regulations for advanced airbags. The advanced front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation based on the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may also be equipped with supplem...

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    Advanced front airbag features the advanced front airbag system has multistage driver and front passenger airbags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the occupant restraint controller (orc), which may receive information from the impact sen...

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    Supplemental side airbag inflatable curtain (sabic) — if equipped sabic airbags offer side-impact and vehicle rollover protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each o...

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    Note: • should a vehicle rollover occur, the pretensioners and/or sabic airbags on both sides of the vehicle may deploy. • airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will open during airbag deployment. The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and rear seat occupants th...

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    Along with seat belts and pretensioners, advanced front airbags work with the knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm f...

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    Do not lean against the door. If your vehicle has side airbags, and deployment occurs, the side airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the customer center. Phone numb...

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    Orc deploys the advanced front airbags, sabic air- bags — if equipped, and front seat belt pretensioners — if equipped, as required, depending on severity and type of impact. Advanced front airbags are designed to provide addi- tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal col...

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    The orc contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Also, the orc turns on the airbag warning light in the instrument panel for approxi- mately six to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignitio...

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    Of the way as the bags inflate to their full size. The bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds. This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes. The bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger. The driver front airbag gas is vented through ...

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    Front and side impact sensors in front and side impacts, impact sensors aid the orc in determining appropriate response to impact events. Ad- ditional sensors in the orc determine the level of airbag deployment and provide verification. Enhanced accident response system in the event of an impact cau...

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

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    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 not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the stee...

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    Airbag warning light you will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. While the airbag system is designed to be mainte- nance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system immediately. • the airbag warning light does not come...

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    2. Under certain circumstances, edr data may not be recorded (e.G., loss of battery power). In conjunction with other data gathered during a com- plete accident investigation, the electronic data may be used by chrysler group llc and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and asso...

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    3. Requested by police under a legal warrant. 4. Otherwise required by law. Data parameters that are recorded: • diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status for electronically-controlled safety systems, including the airbag system • vehicle speed • engine rpm • brake switch status • pedal po...

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    Warning! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap can become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured. Any ch...

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    Warning! (continued) • improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- actly when installing an infant or child restraint. • a rearward-facing infant re...

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    Belt tight; however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary). For the second row center seat belt with the automatic locking retractor, pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough allowance to pass it through the child res...

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    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 the forward-facing direction are for children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg), a...

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    Latch — child seat anchorage system (lower anchors and tether for children) your vehicle’s rear 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 securing the ...

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    If you are installing latch-compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seating positions, you can use the latch anchors or the vehicle’s seat belt for the outboard position, but you must use the vehicle’s seat belt at the center position. If your child restraints are not latch- compatible, you can...

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    In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. 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 adjustin...

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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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    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 located on the back of the seat. For the outboard seating pos...

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    Warning! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Transporting pets airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An...

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    A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter- preted as an indication of difficulty. Safety tips transporting passengers never transport passengers in the cargo area. Warning! • ...

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    Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area. If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at hig...

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    Airbag warning light the light should come on and remain on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned on. If the light is not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked b...

  • Page 76: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 ▫ automatic dimming mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 ▫ outside mirrors folding feature . . . . . . . . . ...

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    ▫ head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 ▫ front heated seats — if equipped . . . . . . . . . 88 ▫ rear heated seats — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . 90 ▫ 60/40 split rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 䡵 driver memory seat — if equipped . . . . . . . . . 94 ▫...

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    ▫ lane change assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 ▫ high/low beam switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 ▫ flash-to-pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 ▫ headlight time delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 ▫ interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ cleaning parksense 威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 ▫ system usage precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 䡵 parkview 威 rear back up camera — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 ▫ turning parkview 威 on or off — with navigation/multimedia radio . . ....

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    ▫ wind buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 ▫ sunroof maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 ▫ ignition off operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 ▫ sunroof fully closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 䡵 electrical power outlets . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Mirrors automatic dimming mirror this mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated. Caution!...

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    Outside mirrors to receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. Warning! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger-side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they ...

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    Power outside mirrors the power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel next to the power door lock switch. A rotary knob selects the left mirror, right mirror or off position. After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move. Use the off (ce...

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    Illuminated vanity mirrors — if equipped to access an illuminated vanity mirror, flip down one of the sun visors. Lift the cover to reveal the mirror. The light will turn on automatically. Uconnect™ phone — if equipped refer to “uconnect™ phone” in the uconnect™ user manual located on the dvd for fu...

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    Warning! (continued) • be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. Front manual seat adjustment move the seat forward or rearward using the adjustment bar. Lift up on the bar located on the front of the seat near the floor. Using body pressure, move forward and rear...

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    Manual lumbar support adjustment the manual lumbar support adjustment lever is located on the right side of the driver’s seatback (all models) and on the left side of the passenger’s seatback (if equipped). Moving the lumbar control lever forward and rearward will increase or decrease the lumbar sup...

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    Warning! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked. Caution! Do not place any article under a powe...

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    Caution! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path. Head restraints head restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event of a ...

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    Warning! Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision. The head restraints should always be checked prior to operating the vehicle and never adjusted while the vehicle is in motion. Always adjust the head re...

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

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    Rear heated seats — if equipped on vehicles equipped with rear heated seats, the seats closest to the doors are heated. The controls for these seats are located on the rear of the center console. After turning the ignition on, you can choose from high, low or off heat settings. Amber indicator light...

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

  • Page 93

    1. Pull the release strap (toward the front of the vehicle) to release. Note: do not fold the rear seat down with the center seat belt buckled. 2. Fold the rear seat completely forward. To raise rear seat raise the rear seatback and lock it into place. If interfer- ence from the cargo area prevents ...

  • Page 94

    Warning! • be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury. • the cargo area in the rear of the ...

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    Press the latch and lift the top of the armrest to access the storage bin. Driver memory seat — if equipped once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat, driver’s outside mirror, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals and radio stati...

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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 tr...

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    10. Insert the ignition key, and turn the ignition switch to the on position. 11. Select ⬙ remote linked to memory ⬙ in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) and enter ⬙ yes ⬙ . Refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)/ customer-programmable features” in “understanding your ...

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    2. Press and release memory button number 1. The system will recall any memory settings stored in position 1. Wait for the system to complete the memory recall before continuing to step 3. 3. Press and release the memory s (set) button located on the driver’s door. 4. Within five seconds, press and ...

  • Page 99

    Driving position when the key is placed into the ignition, and turned out of the lock position toward the acc/on position. The easy entry/exit feature will be automatically dis- abled if the seat is already positioned closer than 0.9 in (23 mm) forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no...

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    2. Reach under the hood, move safety latch to the left and lift the hood. Caution! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. Warning! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehic...

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    Lights multifunction lever the multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights, turn signals, headlight beam selection, instru- ment panel light dimming, passing light, interior courtesy/ dome lights and optional fog lights. The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the ste...

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    Automatic headlights — if equipped turn the end of the multifunction lever to the third detent (auto) 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 on and off based ...

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    Approximately four minutes after the wipers completely stop. Refer to “windshield wipers and washers” in this section for further information. Note: when your headlights come on during the daytime, the instrument panel lights will automatically dim to the lower nighttime intensity. Refer to “lights”...

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    Note: broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and other obstructions (sticker, toll box, etc.) on the windshield or camera lens will cause the system to function impro...

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    Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting. Battery saver feature 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 lock position, the ba...

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    Fog lights — if equipped the fog light switch is located in the multifunction lever. To activate the fog lights, turn on the park/ turn lights, low beam headlights or the automatic headlights and pull out the end of the multifunction lever. A light in the instrument cluster shows when the fog lights...

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    Turn signals move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. Note: if either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside l...

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    Headlight time delay this feature delays turning off the headlights for 30, 60 or 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned off. To activate the headlight delay, the multifunction lever must be rotated to the “off” position after the ignition switch is turned to lock/acc. Only the headlights wi...

  • Page 109

    Front map/reading lights these lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light can be turned on by pressing the recessed area of the lens. To turn these lights off, press the recessed area of the lens a second time. There are also reading lights located above the rear doors. Each light can be...

  • Page 110

    Windshield wipers and washers the windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever. For information on the rear wiper/washer, refer to “rear window features” in “understandin...

  • Page 111

    Caution! Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the “park” position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned off, and the blades cannot return to the “park” position, damage to the wiper motor may occur. Intermittent wiper system use one of the...

  • Page 112

    Windshield washer operation 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 wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If the...

  • Page 113

    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 ...

  • Page 114

    • transmission in neutral position — when the ignition is on, and the transmission is in the neu- tral position, the rain sensing system will not operate 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/teles...

  • Page 115

    Warning! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle. Failure to follow this war...

  • Page 116

    • 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...

  • Page 117

    Electronic speed control — if equipped when engaged, electronic speed control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The electronic speed control lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel. Note: in order to ensure proper operation, the elec- tronic ...

  • Page 118

    Warning! Leaving the electronic speed control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have an accident. Always leave the system off when you are not using it. To set a desired speed when the vehi...

  • Page 119

    To decrease speed while the electronic speed control is set, push down and hold the set decel lever. If the lever is continually held in the set decel position, the set speed will continue to decrease until the lever is released. Release the lever when the desired speed is reached, and the new set s...

  • Page 120

    Parksense 姞 rear park assist — if equipped parksense 威 provides visible and audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle when backing up. Refer to the warning section and note section for limitations of this system and recommendations. Parksense 威 will rememb...

  • Page 121

    Parksense 姞 warning display the parksense 威 warning display, located in the headliner near the flipper glass, provides both visible and audible warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia and the detected obstacle. When the ignition is turned to the on position, the warning display wil...

  • Page 122

    Warning display distances display led obstacle distance from: led color audible signal rear corners rear center 1st led 59 in (150 cm) yellow yes, half second 2nd led 51 in (130 cm) yellow none 3rd led 45 in (115 cm) yellow none 4th led 31.5 in (80 cm) 39 in (100 cm) yellow none 5th led 25.5 in (65 ...

  • Page 123

    When the switch is pressed to disable the system, the instrument cluster will display the “park assist dis- abled” message. Refer to “electronic vehicle informa- tion center (evic)” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further information. When the shift lever is changed to reverse and the s...

  • Page 124

    • when you turn parksense 威 off, the instrument cluster will display “park assist disabled.” further- more, once you turn parksense 威 off, it remains off until you turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key. • when you move the shift lever to the reverse position and parksense 威 is turned ...

  • Page 125

    Caution! • parksense 威 is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle, including small ob- stacles. Parking curbs might be temporarily de- tected or not detected at all. Obstacles located above or below the sensors will not be detected when they are in close proximity. • the vehi...

  • Page 126

    Warning! (continued) • before using the parksense 威 rear park assist system, it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is not used for towing. Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles becau...

  • Page 127

    Caution! • to avoid vehicle damage, parkview 威 should only be used as a parking aid. The parkview 威 camera is unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive path. • to avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be driven slowly when using parkview 威 to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is ...

  • Page 128

    Turning parkview 姞 on or off — without navigation/multimedia radio 1. Press the “menu” hard key. 2. Select “system setup” soft key. 3. Enable or disable the rear camera feature by selecting “enable rear camera in reverse” soft key. 4. When the vehicle is shifted into reverse, an image of the rear of...

  • Page 129

    Press the lens to turn these lights on. Press a second time to turn the lights off. The lights also turn on when a front door or rear door is opened. The lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter is pressed. Sunglasses storage at the rear of the co...

  • Page 130

    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 training the universal transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people, pets or other objects are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this tran...

  • Page 131

    Homelink 威 for more efficient training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garage while training. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the on/run position. 2. Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) from the homelink 威 buttons ...

  • Page 132

    Note: after training a homelink 威 channel, if the garage door does not operate with homelink 威 and the garage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the garage door opener may have rolling code. If so, proceed to the heading “programming a rolling code system.” 5. Programming a rolling code system...

  • Page 133

    7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed homelink 威 button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete. If the device does not activate, press the button a third time (for two seconds) to complete the training. If ...

  • Page 134

    Then proceed with step 4 under “programming homelink 威 ” earlier in this section. Using homelink 姞 to operate, press and release the programmed homelink 威 button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.E., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office ...

  • Page 135

    • press the learn button on the garage door opener to complete the training for rolling code. • did you unplug the device for training and remember to plug it back in? If you are having any problems or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the internet at www.Homelink.Com f...

  • Page 136

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

  • Page 137

    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...

  • Page 138

    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 in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or ...

  • Page 139

    Note: • all accessories connected to the “battery” powered outlets should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge. • to ensure proper operation a mopar 威 knob and element must be used. • do not exceed the maximum power of 160 watts (13 amps) a...

  • Page 140

    Warning! To avoid serious injury or death: • only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 volt outlet. (continued) warning! (continued) • do not touch with wet hands. • close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle. • if this outlet is mishandled,...

  • Page 141

    Caution! (continued) • accessories that draw higher power (i.E., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these inter- mittently and with greater caution. • after the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being star...

  • Page 142

    The power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection. If the power rating of 150 watts is exceeded, the power inverter will automatically shut down. Once the electrical device has been removed from the outlet the inverter should automatically reset. If the power rating exceeds approximat...

  • Page 143

    Press the power inverter switch (located on the upper switch bank) to turn the power on to the outlet. Press the switch again to turn the power off. 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 s...

  • Page 144

    Cupholders there are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the center console. The rear passengers have access to two cupholders that pull out from the lower center of the rear seat. Cargo area features cargo light the cargo area light is activated by opening the liftgate, opening ...

  • Page 145

    The cargo light lens surface will turn off all interior lights. Push on the lens surface a second time to restore the interior lights to normal operation. Rear storage compartment the rear storage compartment is located on the driver’s side behind the second row seat. Retractable cargo area cover — ...

  • Page 146

    Warning! In an accident, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment. Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting. Do ...

  • Page 147

    Cargo tie-down hooks the cargo tie-downs, located on the cargo area floor, should be used to safely secure loads when the vehicle is moving. Warning! • to help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying ...

  • Page 148

    Warning! (continued) • do not carry loads which exceed the load limits described on the label attached to the left door or left door center pillar. • always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible. • place as much cargo as possible in front of...

  • Page 149

    The cargo load floor is held by spring loaded latches. In order to use the cargo load floor, use the following procedure: note: the cargo load floor latches should not be used as cargo tie-downs. 1. Flip up the pull loop(s) so they are perpendicular (straight up) to the top surface of the tray. 2. P...

  • Page 150

    Rotate the switch upward to the “on” position to activate the rear wiper. Note: the rear wiper operates in an intermittent mode only. Rotate the switch upward to the “washer” position to activate that rear washer. The washer pump will continue to operate as long as the lever or ring is engaged. Upon...

  • Page 151

    Caution! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements....

  • Page 152: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 156 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) . . 166 ▫ electronic ...

  • Page 153

    ▫ operating instructions — uconnect™ phone — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 ▫ clock setting procedure — rbz radio . . . . . 185 ▫ clock setting procedure — rer/ren radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 䡵 media center 130 (res) — am/fm stereo...

  • Page 154

    䡵 uconnect™ multimedia (satellite radio) — if equipped (ren/rer/rbz/res radios only). . 215 ▫ system activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 ▫ electronic serial number/sirius identification number (esn/sid) . . . . . . . . . 216 ▫ selecting uconnect™ multimedia (satellite) mode . . . ...

  • Page 155

    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 154 understanding your instrument pa...

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    Instrument cluster 4 understanding your instrument panel 155.

  • Page 157

    Instrument cluster descriptions 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 ...

  • Page 158

    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...

  • Page 159

    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...

  • Page 160

    6. Airbag warning light this light turns on and remains on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned on. If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer t...

  • Page 161

    10. Oil pressure warning light this light indicates low engine oil pressure. The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle, and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A continuous chime will sound when this light turns on. Do...

  • Page 162

    Reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the tpms is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the lev...

  • Page 163

    Caution! The tpms has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. Tpms pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- placement equipment that is not of the same size, t...

  • Page 164

    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 “main- taining your vehicle”. Follow the warni...

  • Page 165

    Warning! If a warning light remains on the system may not be working and you will not have the benefit of esp or bas. Under certain driving conditions, where esp or bas would be beneficial, you - if you have not adjusted your driving speeds and stopping in or to account for the lack of the feature, ...

  • Page 166

    Make a record of the odometer reading before the repair/ service, so that you can be sure that it is properly reset, or that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer must be reset at zero. 19. Shift lever indicator the shift lever indicator is self-contained within the instrument cluster. I...

  • Page 167

    23. Charging system light this light shows the status of the electrical charging system. The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned on and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential electrica...

  • Page 168

    The evic consists of the following: • system status • vehicle information warning message displays • personal settings (customer-programmable features) • compass display • outside temperature display • trip computer functions • surround sound modes (if equipped with driver- selectable surround [dss]...

  • Page 169

    Compass/temperature button press and release the compass/ temperature button to display one of eight compass readings and the outside temperature. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) displays when the appropriate conditions exist, the evic displays the following messages: • turn signal on •...

  • Page 170

    • hood/doors open (with graphic) • liftgate/hood open (with graphic) • hood/glass/door open (with graphic) • hood/glass/doors open (with graphic) • hood/gate/door open (with graphic) • hood/gate/doors open (with graphic) • liftglass/door open (with graphic) • liftglass/doors open (with graphic) • li...

  • Page 171

    • memory system disabled — seatbelt buck- led (with graphic) • memory system disabled — vehicle not in park • driver 1 memory • driver 2 memory • adj. Pedals disabled — cruise control set • adj. Pedals disabled — shifter in reverse • tire low pressure • check tpm system • left front low pressure (pr...

  • Page 172

    • 1/4 mile (if equipped with performance pages) • instantaneous g-force (if equipped with performance pages) • peak g-force (if equipped with performance pages) • rke battery low • vehicle not in park • ignition position • press brake to start • insert key • turn to on trip functions press and relea...

  • Page 173

    And average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level. Dte cannot be reset through the function select button. Note: significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle, regardless of the dte displayed value. When the d...

  • Page 174

    • display units of measure in to make your selection, press and release the func- tion select button until “english” or “metric” appears. To reset the display reset will only occur while a resettable function is being displayed. Press and release the function select button once to clear the resettab...

  • Page 175

    The performance pages include the following features: • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) • braking distance • 1/8 mile • 1/4 mile • instantaneous g-force • peak g-force to access, press and release the menu button until performance pages displays in the evic. Press the scroll button to cycle through the featur...

  • Page 176

    • to clear the vehicle’s best 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) time, press and hold the function select button for five seconds. Braking distance when selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was pressed. • this feature will only function when applyin...

  • Page 177

    1/8 mile, 1/4 mile when selected, this screen displays the time it takes the vehicle to travel 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) within 30 seconds and the vehicle’s speed when it reaches 1/8 mile (1/ 4 mile). • the feature will “ready” when the vehicle is at 0 mph (0 km/h). The word “ready” will flash when condi-...

  • Page 178

    Compass display the compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. Press and release the compass/temperature button to dis- play one of eight compass readings and the outside temperature. Note: the system will display the last known outside temperature when starting the vehicle and m...

  • Page 179

    5. Complete one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “cal” indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally. Compass variance compass variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas of the country, ...

  • Page 180

    4. Press and release the function select button to change the variance number. Continue until desired number is reached. 5. Press either menu, scroll, or compass/temp button to set the value and exit. Driver-selectable surround sound (dss) – if equipped press and release the menu button until “surro...

  • Page 181

    Note: the evic will not change the uconnect™ lan- guage selection. Please refer to “language selection” in uconnect™ phone for details. Auto door locks when yes (y) is selected, all of the doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h). To make your selection, pre...

  • Page 182

    Flash lamps with lock when yes (y) is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the rke transmitter. This feature may be selected with or without the “sound horn with lock” feature. To make your selection, press and release the function se- lect ...

  • Page 183

    Rain sensing wipers — if equipped when yes (y) is selected, the system will automatically activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on the windshield. To make your selection, press and release the function select button until yes (y) or no (n) appears. When no (n) is selected, the system ...

  • Page 184

    Key off power delay when this feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, uconnect™ 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 w...

  • Page 185

    • tire pressure monitor system (shows the current pres- sure of all four road tires). For additional information, refer to “tire pressure monitor system” in “starting and operating”. Note: • tires heat up during normal driving conditions. Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 psi...

  • Page 186

    The ren, rer and rbz radios contain a cd/dvd player, usb port, and a 30-gigabyte hard drive (hdd). Sirius satellite radio is optional. The 6.5 in (16.5 cm) touch screen allows for easy menu selection. The rer radio also contains a global positioning system (gps)-based navigation system. Refer to you...

  • Page 187

    Changing daylight savings time when selected, this feature will display the time of day in daylight savings time. 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 screen. 3. When this fe...

  • Page 188

    5. Touch the screen where the word “save” is displayed. Clock setting procedure — rer/ren radio uconnect 威 gps — rer only the gps receiver used in this system is synchronized to the time data being transmitted by the gps satellite. The satellite clock is greenwich mean time (gmt). This is the worldw...

  • Page 189

    2. Touch the screen where “user clock” is displayed, the clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in the box next to the words “daylight savings.” touch the screen where the words “daylight savings” are dis- played to change the current setti...

  • Page 190

    Media center 130 (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 co...

  • Page 191

    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 192

    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 193

    Set 2 in both am and fm. This allows a total of 12 am and 12 fm stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in set 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 these butt...

  • Page 194

    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 195

    The current selection. Pressing and holding the seek button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in cd and mp3 modes. 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) butt...

  • Page 196

    Supported medium formats (file systems) the medium formats supported by the radio are iso 9660 level 1 and level 2 and includes the joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than iso 9660 level 1 and level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play...

  • Page 197

    Supported mp3 file formats the radio will recognize only files with the *.Mp3 exten- sion as mp3 files. Non-mp3 files named with the *.Mp3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid mp3 and will not play the file. When using the mp3 encoder to co...

  • Page 198

    Playback of mp3 files when a medium containing mp3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the mp3 files. Loading times for playback of mp3 files may be affected by the following: • med...

  • Page 199

    Media center 130 (res/rsc) — am/fm stereo radio with cd player (mp3 aux jack) and sirius radio 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. P...

  • Page 200

    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 201

    2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side tune/ scroll control knob. 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side tune/ scroll control knob to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side tune/ scroll control knob. Press the tune/scroll contr...

  • Page 202

    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 203

    Program type 16-digit character display classic rock cls rock college college country country foreign language language information inform jazz jazz news news nostalgia nostalga oldies oldies personality persnlty public public rhythm and blues r & b religious music rel musc religious talk rel talk r...

  • Page 204

    Setup button pressing the setup button allows you to select between the following items: • set clock — pressing the select button will allow you to set the clock. Adjust the hours by turning the tune/scroll control knob. After adjusting the hours, press the tune/scroll control knob to set the minute...

  • Page 205

    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/aux mode. Operation instructions — cd mode for cd and mp3 audio play note: • the ...

  • Page 206

    Caution! (continued) • 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 already loaded. • dual-media disc types (one side is a dvd, the other side is a cd) should not be used, and they can...

  • Page 207

    Am/fm button press the button to select either am or fm mode. Set/rnd button (random play button) press this button while the cd is playing to activate random play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the right seek bu...

  • Page 208

    • 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, exceeding 20 folders will result in...

  • Page 209

    Mpeg specification sampling frequency (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 alb...

  • Page 210

    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 211

    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™ phone (if equipped) refer to “uconnect™ phone” in the uconnect™ user manual located on the dvd for further...

  • Page 212

    • connecting an ipod 威 to the aux port located in the radio faceplate, plays media, but does not use the uci feature to control the connected device. Connecting the ipod 姞 use the provided connection cable to connect an ipod 威 to the vehicle’s 16–pin connector port (which is located in the glove com...

  • Page 213

    Once in the uci (ipod 威 ) mode, ipod 威 audio tracks (if available from ipod 威 ) start playing over the vehicle’s audio system. 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 ...

  • Page 214

    • 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 215

    • 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 ...

  • Page 216

    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 de...

  • Page 217

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

  • Page 218

    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 219

    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 220

    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 221

    Kicker 姞 high performance sound system with driver-selectable surround (dss) – if equipped your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art audio amplifier that provides 5.1-channel surround sound from any stereo audio source. Anew feature of the kicker 威 audio system offers the ability to choose su...

  • Page 222

    Installing the subwoofer 1. Lower the left rear passenger seat. 2. Align the left outside edge of the subwoofer with the outside edge of the inner cargo tie down hook. 4 understanding your instrument panel 221.

  • Page 223

    3. Slide the subwoofer toward the front of the vehicle so that the rear edge lines up with the end of the load floor. 4. Connect the electrical connector. 5. Fold the left rear passenger seat rearward into the upright position. The rear tether anchors should engage the hooks located on the back of t...

  • Page 224

    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 225

    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 226

    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 p...

  • Page 227

    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 then turn the blower control (on the left) knob to either lo auto or hi auto. The lo auto position shoul...

  • Page 228

    The system will automatically control re- circulation. However, pressing this but- ton will temporarily put the system in “recirculation” mode. This can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present. This will cause the led to illuminate. Note: • the surfac...

  • Page 229

    Manual operation this system offers a full complement of manual override features which consist of blower preferred automatic, mode preferred automatic with manual air temperature control, and manual. This means the customer can override the blower, mode, and disable the automatic temperature contro...

  • Page 230

    4 understanding your instrument panel 229.

  • Page 231

    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 232

    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 233

    Captured interior air to condense on windows and ham- per visibility. For this reason, the system will not allow “recirculation” mode to be selected while in the defrost or defrost/floor modes. Attempting to use recirculation while in these modes will cause the led in the button to blink and then tu...

  • Page 234

    Additional engine cooling may be required. If this situa- tion is encountered, operate the transmission in a lower gear to increase engine rpm, coolant flow and fan speed. When stopped in heavy traffic, it may be necessary to shift into neutral (n) and press the accelerator slightly for fast idle op...

  • Page 235

    Operating tips chart 234 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 236: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 ▫ normal starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 ▫ extreme cold weather (below ⫺ 20°f or ⫺ 29°c) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 ▫ if engine fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 237

    ▫ power steering fluid check . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 䡵 parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 䡵 anti-lock brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 䡵 electronic brake control system . . . . . . . . . . . 255 ▫ anti-lock brake system (abs) . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 238

    ▫ replacement tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 䡵 tire rotation recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . 278 䡵 tire pressure monitor system (tpms) . . . . . . . 279 ▫ premium system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282...

  • Page 239

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

  • Page 240

    Extreme cold weather (below ⫺ 20°f or ⫺ 29°c) to ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- able from your authorized dealer) is recommended. If engine fails to start warning! • never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the...

  • Page 241

    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 242

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

  • Page 243

    3. Using a flat blade screwdriver, carefully remove the shift lock manual override cover which is located on the prndl bezel. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5. Using the screwdriver, reach into the manual override opening. Press and hold the shift lock lever down. 6. Move th...

  • Page 244

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

  • Page 245

    Warning! Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle, you should apply the park brake, shift the transmission into park, and remove the key fob from the igniti...

  • Page 246

    Note: the electronic stability program (esp) and traction control (if equipped) should be turned off before attempting to rock the vehicle. Refer to “electronic brake control system” in “starting and operating” for further information. The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to main- tain the...

  • Page 247

    Operation by placing the shift lever in the drive position, the shift lever can be moved from side to side. This allows the driver to engage the autostick 威 mode. Moving the shift lever to the right (+) or the left (-) will engage the autostick 威 mode. In normal driving mode (boxed “d” displayed in ...

  • Page 248

    When in the autostick 威 mode, as the engine rpm nears the engine maximum speed, an “upshift” message will appear in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) portion of your instrument cluster. This message appears in order to alert the driver that the engine speed is approaching it’s maximum...

  • Page 249

    • the transmission will automatically shift up when maximum engine speed is reached while autostick 威 is engaged. • transmission shifting will be more noticeable when autostick 威 is engaged. Power steering the standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of m...

  • Page 250

    Caution! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should be avoided when possible. Damage to the power steering pump may occur. Power steering fluid check the power steering system requires the use of mopar...

  • Page 251

    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 252

    Note: • when the parking brake is applied vehicle speed is detected, the light will flash and a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle. • this light only shows that the parking brake is ap- plied. It does not show the degree of bra...

  • Page 253

    Warning! (continued) • 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 transmission in park. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. Caution! If the “brake warning light” rema...

  • Page 254

    The anti-lock brake system pump motor runs during the self-test at 12 mph (20 km/h) and during an abs stop. The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation, which is normal. Warning! • pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping ma...

  • Page 255

    Note: during severe braking conditions, a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard. This is normal, indicating that the anti-lock brake system is functioning. Warning! To use your brakes and accelerator more safely, follow these tips: • do not “ride” the brakes by resting your ...

  • Page 256

    Electronic brake control system your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that includes anti-lock brake sys- tem (abs), traction control system (tcs), brake assist system (bas), electronic roll mitigation (erm), and electronic stability program (esp). All five of thes...

  • Page 257

    Stability. A feature of the tcs system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be a...

  • Page 258

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

  • Page 259

    The brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter- acting the over/under steer condition. Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path. Esp uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of t...

  • Page 260

    The esp system has two available operating modes. On this is the normal operating mode for esp. Whenever the vehicle is started, the esp system will be in this “on” mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. Esp should only be turned to “partial off” mode for specific reasons as not...

  • Page 261

    Off” mode by pressing the “esp off” switch. Once the situation requiring esp to be switched to the “esp partial off” mode is overcome, turn esp back on by momen- tarily pressing the “esp off” switch. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion. Trailer sway control (tsc) tsc uses sensors in the ...

  • Page 262

    If the “esp/bas warning light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a mal- function has been detected in either the esp or the bas system, or both. If this light remains on after several ignition switch cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48...

  • Page 263

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

  • Page 264

    • temporary spare tires are high-pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only. Tires designed to this standard have the letter “t” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: t145/80d18 103m. • high flotation tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards ...

  • Page 265

    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 = s...

  • Page 266

    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 267

    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 268

    Tire terminology and definitions term definition b-pillar the vehicle b-pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold tire pressure cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after ...

  • Page 269

    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 270

    3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading the vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to th...

  • Page 271

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

  • Page 272

    5 starting and operating 271.

  • Page 273

    Warning! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. Tires — general information run flat tires this vehicle is equipped wit...

  • Page 274

    Safety warning! • improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents. • under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in over-heating and tire failure. • over inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results i...

  • Page 275

    Tire inflation pressures the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side “b” pillar. The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pressure. D...

  • Page 276

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

  • Page 277

    Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because of sidewall flexing. Consult your dealer for radial tire repairs. Tire spinning when stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h). Warning! Fast spinning tires ca...

  • Page 278

    These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Life of tire the service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors includi...

  • Page 279

    Warning! • do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus- pension dimensions and performance characteris- tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can caus...

  • Page 280

    Tire pressure monitor system (tpms) premium system the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the receiver mod...

  • Page 281

    Note: your system can be set to display pressure units in psi, kpa, or bar. Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible, and inflate the low tire(s) that is flashing on the graphic display to the vehicle’s recommended cold tire pressu...

  • Page 282

    If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer exists, the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” will no longer flash, the ⬙ check tpm system ⬙ text message will not be present, and a pressure value will be disp...

  • Page 283

    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 284

    Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the world- wide fuel charter, wwfc) which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recom- mends the use of gasoline ...

  • Page 285

    E85 usage in non-flex fuel vehicles non-ffv vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- ing 10% ethanol (e10). Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle’s warranty. If a non-ffv vehicle is inadvertently fueled with e85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: • op...

  • Page 286

    Can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the united states. Mmt is prohibited in federal and califor- nia reformulated gasoline. Materials added to fuel all gasoline sold in the united states is required to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additi...

  • Page 287

    Note: intentional tampering with the emissions con- trol system can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Carbon monoxide warnings warning! Carbon monoxide (co) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: (continued) warning! (contin...

  • Page 288

    Adding fuel fuel filler cap (gas cap) the gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. Caution! • damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result fro...

  • Page 289

    Warning! • never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula- tions and will cause the mil to turn on. • a fire may result if gasoline is ...

  • Page 290

    Trailer towing in this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer carefully re- view this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible. Warning! • do not tow when the “tire p...

  • Page 291

    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 292

    Weight-distributing hitch a weight-distributing system works by applying lever- age 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 manufacturers’ dire...

  • Page 293

    Trailer hitch classification the following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Refer to the trailer towing weights (maximum ...

  • Page 294

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) the following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ transmission gcwr (gross combined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Trailer tongue wt. (see note) 6.1l automatic...

  • Page 295

    Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your trailer hitch. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the front/rear axles of the vehicle: • the trailer tongue weight of the trailer. • the weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. • the weigh...

  • Page 296

    Towing requirements to promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- train components the following guidelines are recom- mended: caution! • do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. • then, durin...

  • Page 297

    Warning! (continued) • safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners. • vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a gr...

  • Page 298

    − check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer. Refer to “tires – general information” in “starting and operating” for proper inspection procedure. − when replacing tires, refer to “tires – general infor- mation” in “starting and operating” for proper tire replacement ...

  • Page 299

    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 f...

  • Page 300

    − when using the speed control, if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until you can get back to cruising speed. − use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency. Cooling system to reduce potential for engine and transmission over- ...

  • Page 302: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 䡵 jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 ▫ run flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 䡵 jump-star...

  • Page 303

    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 flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency. ...

  • Page 304

    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 305

    Jacking and tire changing run flat tires this vehicle is equipped with run flat tires. Although the tires are designed with a “run flat” feature that allows the vehicle to be driven approximately 50 miles (80 km) at 55 mph (88 km/h). Immediate service should be ob- tained. Warning! Do not exceed 50 ...

  • Page 306

    Warning! When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rup- ture or explode and cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be brought above freezing point before attempting a jump-start. Pre...

  • Page 307

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

  • Page 308

    Caution! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper c...

  • Page 309

    8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 10. Reinstall the air intake duct. If frequent jump-starting is required to ...

  • Page 310

    Warning! Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing serious injury. Towing a disabled vehicle the manufacturer requires towing your vehicle with all four wheels off the ground using a flatbed. Caution! • towing this vehicle using any other method co...

  • Page 312: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment – 6.1l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313 䡵 onboard diagnostic system – obd ii . . . . . . . 314 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . 314 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 313

    ▫ brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 䡵 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 ...

  • Page 314

    Engine compartment – 6.1l 1 — engine coolant reservoir 7 — engine oil dipstick 2 — power distribution center 8 — power steering fluid reservoir 3 — brake fluid reservoir 9 — engine oil fill 4 — integrated power module 10 — coolant pressure cap 5 — battery 11 — air cleaner filter 6 — washer fluid res...

  • Page 315

    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 316

    Gas cap until a ⬙ clicking ⬙ sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. The message will remain displayed until the vehicle diagnostic system can retest the fuel system. The test will perform the next time the vehicle is started, if the vehicle was keyed off above ...

  • Page 317

    Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test, which you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your vehicle’s obd ii system is ready, you must do the following: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the on position, but do not crank or start the engine. 2. If you crank or start the...

  • Page 318

    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 use of genuine mopar 威 parts for normal/scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en- sure the designed performance. Damage or failures caused by t...

  • Page 319

    Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule, there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the future. Caution! • failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per- form repairs and service when necessary could result in more costly repairs, ...

  • Page 320

    Check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level in the “safe” range. Ad...

  • Page 321

    Requirements of chrysler material standard ms-10725 and are approved to mb 229.3 or mb 229.5 (will be listed on the back label of the oil container). The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic 5w-40 or equivalent engine oil. Caution! Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the...

  • Page 322

    Disposing of used engine oil and oil filters care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters, indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the environment. Contact your dealer, service station, or governmental agency for advice...

  • Page 323

    Maintenance-free battery your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. Caution! It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cab...

  • Page 324

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

  • Page 325

    When performing other underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant, such as mopar 威 lock cyli...

  • Page 326

    The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared. The fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment, be sure to check the fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not radiator antifreeze). When refilling the w...

  • Page 327

    Inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. Warning! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (co) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid b...

  • Page 328

    Note: intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Warning! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not p...

  • Page 329

    Cooling system warning! • when working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the off position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the on position. • you or others can be badly burned by hot eng...

  • Page 330

    Cooling system — drain, flush and refill if the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of the old engine coolant ...

  • Page 331

    Caution! (continued) • this vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol based engine coolant (anti- freeze). Use of propylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended. Adding coolant your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant (antifreeze) that allo...

  • Page 332

    Note: mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and will require more frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) changes. Cooling system pressure cap the cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that ...

  • Page 333

    Disposal of used engine coolant used ethylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol...

  • Page 334

    If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. • do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottl...

  • Page 335

    Brake system fluid level check — brake master cylinder the fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced, or immediately if the brake system warning light is on. If necessary, add fluid to bring level to the full mark on the side of the reservoir of the brake ...

  • Page 336

    Warning! (continued) • to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lowe...

  • Page 337

    Caution! The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating condi- tions. If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your authorized dealer immediately. Severe damage to the transmission may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to accurately...

  • Page 338

    Washing • wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using mopar 威 car wash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water. • if insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- lated on your vehicle, use mopar 威 super kleen bug and tar remove...

  • Page 339

    • if you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner. • if your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as...

  • Page 340

    • for tough stains, apply mopar 威 total clean or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. • for grease stains, apply mopar 威 multi-purpose cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp tow...

  • Page 341

    Warning! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. Glass surfaces all glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with mopar 威 glass cleaner or any commercial household-type glass cleaner. ...

  • Page 342

    Fuses interior fuses the fuse panel is on the lower instrument panel just to the left of the steering column. Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 1 30 amp green audio amp (b+) 2 15 amp blue sunroof (b+) 3 10 amp red htd mirror (ebl) 4 20 amp yellow rr pwr out (b+) 5 10 amp red rr hvac (r/o)...

  • Page 343

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 10 10 amp red final drive control module (fdcm), heater ventilation/ air conditioning (hvac), rear heated seat switch, o/h, heater ventilation/ air conditioning (hvac) relay, rear park assist 11 spare (b+) 12 10 amp red door mods, o/h lamps, ip courtesy l...

  • Page 344

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 21 spare (acc de- lay) 22 15 amp blue rear wiper (b+) 24 10 amp red power distribution center (pdc) relays, powertrain control module, a580 (r/s) 25 10 amp red shifter assy (btsi), trans. Case switch, esp/abs, trailer sway damp relay underhood fuses (powe...

  • Page 345

    Cavity 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 (diesel only) 6 30 amp pink cig lighter, trail tow batt 7 40 amp green power liftgate (com- mander only) 8 40 amp green starter, jb ...

  • Page 346

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 18 40 amp green accessory delay, seats 19 40 amp green jb power 20 30 amp pink wiper motor 21 20 amp yellow fuel pump 22 20 amp yellow tcm, a/c clutch 23 25 amp natural power inverter 24 20 amp yellow rear heated seats 25 20 amp yellow final drive control...

  • Page 347

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 34 — spare 35 20 amp yellow trail-tow mod (ex- port only) 36 — spare 37 20 amp yellow ignition switch 38 20 amp yellow hid left 39 20 amp yellow hid right 40 25 amp natural next generation con- troller (ngc), injec- tors 41 20 amp yellow subwoofer (srt on...

  • Page 348

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 8 10 amp red lt park lamps 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 control module (fcm) batt #2 14 20 amp yellow adjustable pedal 15 20 amp yellow ft fog la...

  • Page 349

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini- fuse description 27 15 amp blue ignition off draw (iod) #1 — intrusion module, satellite video, steering con- trol module 28 20 amp yellow ignition off draw (iod) #2 — radio 29 10 amp red occupant restraint controller (orc) r/s 30 10 amp red occupant restraint controller ...

  • Page 350

    Replacement bulbs interior lights bulb type glove box lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 grab handle lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L002825w5w overhead console reading lamps . . . . . . . . . Vt4976 rear cargo lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214–2 vis...

  • Page 351

    Warning! A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of high intensity discharge (hid) headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned on. It may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop- erly. See your authorized dealer for service. Note: on vehicles equipped with h...

  • Page 352

    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. Open the hood. 2. Turn the turn signal bulb one–quarter turn counter- clockwise to re...

  • Page 353

    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 fog lamp 1. Reach behind the front fascia from under the vehicle. 2. Turn the front fog lamp bulb on...

  • Page 354

    3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the housing. 4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the lamp assembly. 1 — tail/stop lamp bulb 3 — back-up lamp bulb 2 — tail/turn signal bulb 7 maintaining your vehicle 353.

  • Page 355

    Center high-mounted stop lamp (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. 354 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 356

    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 21 gallons 79 liters engine oil with filter 6.1 liter engine (sae 5w-40, api certified) 7 quarts 6.6 liters cooling system * 6.1 liter engine (mopar 威 engine coolant/antifreeze 5 year/100,000 mile formula or equivalent) 14.8 quarts 14 liters * includes...

  • Page 357

    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 (hy- brid organic additive technology) or equivalent. Engine oil for best performance and maximum protection under all types of operat- ...

  • Page 358

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part automatic transmission mopar 威 atf+4 威 automatic transmission fluid or equivalent licensed atf+4 威 product. Transfer case mopar 威 nv146 transfer case fluid or equivalent. Usage of other fluid/ lubricants is not recommended. Axle differential (front...

  • Page 360: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 emissions control system maintenance . . . . . . 360 䡵 maintenance schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 ▫ required maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . . 362 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 361

    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 362

    • change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-road for an extended period of time. • under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first. Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after comp...

  • Page 363

    At each oil change • change the engine oil filter. • inspect the brake hoses and lines. Caution! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. Required maintenance intervals refer to the maintenance schedules on the following pages for the required maintenanc...

  • Page 364

    6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 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 oil and engine ...

  • Page 365

    18,000 miles (30,000 km) or 18 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature authorized chrysler dealer 24,000 miles (40,000 km) or 24 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engin...

  • Page 366

    30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 30 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ drain the transfer case and refill. ❏ adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Odometer reading date repair order...

  • Page 367

    48,000 miles (80,000 km) or 48 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ 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; replace if neces...

  • Page 368

    60,000 miles (100,000 km) or 60 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏ adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. ❏ change the automat...

  • Page 369

    72,000 miles (120,000 km) or 72 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ 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; replace if nece...

  • Page 370

    84,000 miles (140,000 km) or 84 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ 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; replace if nece...

  • Page 371

    96,000 miles (160,000 km) or 96 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ 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; replace if nece...

  • Page 372

    108,000 miles (180,000 km) or 108 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ 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; replace if ne...

  • Page 373

    120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 120 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏ adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. ❏ inspect the cv j...

  • Page 374

    132,000 miles (220,000 km) or 132 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ 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; replace if ne...

  • Page 375

    144,000 miles (240,000 km) or 144 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ 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; replace if ne...

  • Page 376

    † 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 service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about...

  • Page 378: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379 ▫ prepare for the appointment . . . . . . . . . . . 379 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379 ▫ be reasonable with r...

  • Page 379

    䡵 department of transportation uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 ▫ treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 ▫ traction grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 ▫ temperature grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38...

  • Page 380

    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 381

    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 382

    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 383

    We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to reso...

  • Page 384

    If nhtsa receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, nhtsa cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, and the manufacturer. T...

  • Page 385

    These comprehensive service manuals provide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintaining, servicing, and repairing chrysler group llc vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system, and/or components is wri...

  • Page 386

    Department of transportation uniform tire quality grades the following tire grading categories were established by the national highway traffic safety administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle....

  • Page 387

    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 388: Index

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  • Page 389

    Abs (anti-lock brake system) . . . . . . . . . . . . 159,252 adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 330 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 adjustable pedals . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 390

    Keyless transmitter replacement (rke) . . . . . . . 22 saving feature (protection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 belts, seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36,72 body mechanism lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 b-pillar location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 391

    Check engine light (malfunction indicator light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 checking your vehicle for safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 checks, safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60,61,66,68 child restraint...

  • Page 392

    Dealer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 defroster, rear window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 defroster, windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73,230 diagnostic system, onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 dimmer switch, headlight . . . . ....

  • Page 393

    Checking oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313 compartment identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313 coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 394

    Fluid leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 fluid level checks brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 powe...

  • Page 395

    Gear ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17,23,282 glass cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 gross axle weight rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 gross vehicle weight rating ...

  • Page 396

    Interior fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 intermittent wipers (delay wipers) . . . . . . . . . . . 110 introduction . . . . . . ....

  • Page 397

    Bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 center mounted stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 daytime running . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 398

    Vanity mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 load floor, cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 loading vehicle tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 locks...

  • Page 399

    Multi-function control lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 new vehicle break-in period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 occupant restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34,51,55 occupant restraints (sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48,51,54 octane rating, gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . ....

  • Page 400

    Phone, cellular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 phone, hands-free (uconnect™) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 placard, tire and loading information . . . . . . . . . 268 polishing and waxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 power distribution center (fuses) . . . ....

  • Page 401

    Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 reminder, lights on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 reminder, seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 remote control starting system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 remote keyl...

  • Page 402

    Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 shoulder belt anchorage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 403

    Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,238 automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 engine fails to start . . . ...

  • Page 404

    Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73,272,385 air pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 high speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 inflation pressures . . . ....

  • Page 405

    Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 transmitter battery service (remote keyless entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 transmitter, garage door opener (homelink 威 ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 transmitter programming (remote...

  • Page 406

    Window fogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 windshield defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73,230 windshield washers . . . ...

  • Page 407

    Chrysler group llc 10wk742-126-ab 2nd edition printed in u.S.A..