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Jeep 2013 Grand Cherokee SRT8 Owner's Manual

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    Chrysler group llc o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2013 grand cherokee srt8 13wk742-126-ad fourth edition printed in u.S.A. 2 0 1 3 grand cherokee srt8.

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

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 5: Introduction

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

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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 a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drive carefully. Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts pro- vided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the u.S. Government notes that the unive...

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    6 introduction.

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    Warnings and cautions this owners manual contains warnings against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision 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 owners manual, you may miss importan...

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    Note: it is illegal to remove or alter the vin. Vehicle modifications/alterations warning! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right front body vin location 8 introduct...

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    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 . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ key-in-i...

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    ▫ using the panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ programming additional transmitters. . . . . . . .25 ▫ transmitter battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 䡵 remote starting system — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    ▫ seat belt pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 ▫ supplemental active head restraints (ahr) . . .62 ▫ enhanced seat belt use reminder system (beltalert®) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 ▫ seat belt lock out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 ▫ seat bel...

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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. Keyless enter-n...

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    Key fob the key fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion. It also contains the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the key ...

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    To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch at the top of the key fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. Note: you can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up. Removing key fob from ignition place the shift l...

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    • the power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “electronic vehi...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave a vehicle equipped with keyless enter-n- go™ in the acc or on/run mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. • do not leave children ...

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    Sentry key® the sentry key® immobilizer system prevents unauthor- ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The system uses the factory-mated key fob with remote ...

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    All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics. Replacement keys note: only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to ...

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    • this device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation. Vehicle security alarm — if equipped this vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors, liftgate, liftgate flipper glass, and ignition for unauthor- ized operation. When...

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    • for vehicles equipped with keyless enter-n-go™, make sure the vehicle ignition system is ⬙off⬙. • for vehicles not equipped with keyless enter-n-go™, make sure the vehicle ignition system is ⬙off⬙ and the key is physically removed from the ignition. 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock ...

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    Note: • the driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate button on the rke transmitter cannot arm or disarm the vehicle security alarm. • the vehicle security alarm remains armed during power liftgate entry. Pressing the liftgate button will not disarm the vehicle security alarm. If someone enters th...

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    This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “mirrors” in “understanding the features of your vehicle” for fur- ther information. The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switc...

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    To unlock the doors press and release the unlock button on the rke transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice to unlock all doors. The turn signal lamps will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. Refer to “keyless enter-n-go™” under “thing...

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    Illuminated approach this feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the rke transmitter. The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the electronic vehicle information center (evic). Refer to “electronic vehicle information center ...

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    The panic alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you turn it off by either pressing the panic button a second time, or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or greater. Note: the interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition switch to the acc or on/run position while the pan...

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    1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch at the top of the rke transmitter sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the rke transmit...

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    3. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it wit...

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

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    • ignition key removed from ignition switch • battery at an acceptable charge level • rke panic button not pressed • system not disabled from previous remote start event • vehicle theft alarm not active • ignition in off position for keyless enter-n-go™ vehicle • fuel level meets minimum requirement...

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    The evic message stays active until the ignition is turned to the on/run position. To enter remote start mode press and release the remote start button on the rke transmitter twice within five sec- onds. The vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights will flash and the horn will chirp twice (if pro...

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    To exit remote start mode without driving the vehicle press and release the remote start button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle. Note: to avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will disable the one time press of the remote start button for two seconds after rece...

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    Vented seat feature will automatically turn on when the remote start is activated. These features will stay on through the duration of remote start or until the ignition switch is turned to the on/run position. The remote start comfort system can be activated and deactivated through the electronic v...

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    Warning! • for personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or...

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    If you press the door lock switch while the key fob is in the ignition switch and the driver’s door is open, the doors will not lock. If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door may be unlocked manually by raising the lock knob. Au...

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    Warning! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child-protection locks are engaged (locked). Child-protection door lock location child-protection door lock function 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 35.

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    Note: for emergency exit from the rear seats when the child-protection door lock system is engaged, manually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll down the window, and open the door using the outside door handle. Keyless enter-n-go™ the passive entry system is an enhancement to the...

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    Note: if “unlock all doors 1st press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the driver’s front door handle. To select between “unlock driver door 1st press” and “unlock all doors 1st press”, refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)/personal settings (customer-progra...

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    If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and outside of the vehicle for any valid passive entry rke transmitters. If one of the vehicle’s passive entry rke transmitters is detected in...

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    Press the button on the liftgate. For further information, refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)/ personal settings (customer-programmable features)” in “understanding your instrument panel”. To lock the vehicle’s doors with one of the vehicle’s passive entry rke transmitters within...

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    Note: • after pressing the door handle lock button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either passive entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking. • the pas...

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    The power window switches remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature. Warning! Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in or near the vehicle, or leave a vehicle with keyless enter-n-go™ in the acc or...

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    To open the window part way, press to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. Auto up feature with anti-pinch protection — driver and front passenger door only lift the window switch fully upward to the second detent, release, and the window will go up automatically. To sto...

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    Note: if the window runs into any obstacle during auto up it will reverse direction and then go back down. Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to close the window. Any impact due to rough road condi- tions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto up. If this hap...

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    Window lockout button the window lockout button on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window controls on the rear doors. To disable the window controls on the rear doors, press the window lockout button. To enable the window controls, press the window lockout button again. Wind buffeting wi...

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    Liftgate to open the liftgate, pull up on the handle and lift. Manually unlocking the vehicle doors with the plunger or a key in the lock cylinder will not unlock the liftgate. Warning! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- sengers coul...

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    Note: the liftgate flipper glass will not open if the liftgate is ajar. 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 s...

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    Power liftgate — if equipped the power liftgate may be opened by pulling up on the liftgate handle or by pressing the liftgate button on the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. Press the liftgate button on the rke transmitter twice within five seconds, to open the power liftgate. Once the liftga...

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    • if liftgate is left open for an extended period of time, the liftgate may need to be closed manually to reset power liftgate functionality. Warning! During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path is clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed and lat...

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    • if the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will reverse to the full open position. • if the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate is opening, the liftgate motor will disengage to allow manual operation. • if the power liftgate encounters multipl...

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    Occupant restraints some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: • three-point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and all passengers • advanced front air bags for driver and front passenger • supplemental active head restraints (ahr) located on top of the ...

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    If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the lower anchors and tether for children (latch) feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. For more information on latch, refer to lower anchors and tether for children (latch). Note:...

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    If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. (refer to “child restraints”) you should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you...

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    Warning! (continued) • being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during advanced front air bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • supplemen...

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

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

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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 dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause inter- nal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the belt over your...

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    5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retrac- tor will withdraw any slack in the belt. 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- tion. If necessary, slide the la...

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    1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded ...

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    Note: the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an easy up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing the release button. To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched, pull downward on the shoulder belt ancho...

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    The shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is avail- able on all passenger-seating positions with a combina- tion lap/shoulder belt. Use the automatic locking mode anytime a child safety seat is installed in a seating position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 years old and under sho...

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    Energy management feature this vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature in the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a co...

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    How the active head restraints (ahr) work the occupant restraint controller (orc) determines whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require the active head restraints (ahr) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat ahrs will be deployed. Whe...

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    Caution! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision. Note: for more information on properly adjusting and positi...

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    3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 4. The ahr front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. 1 — downward movement 2 — rearward movement 3 — final downward movement to engage locking mechanism 2 thin...

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    Note: • if you have difficulties or problems resetting the active head restraints, see an authorized dealer. • for safety reasons, have the active head restraints checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer. Enhanced seat belt use reminder system (beltalert®) beltalert® is a feature in...

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    Unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), beltalert® will provide both audio and visual notification. The front passenger seat beltalert® is not active when the front passenger seat is unoccupied. Beltalert® may be triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the front passe...

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    Seat belt extender if a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest position, your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long...

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    Note: the driver and front passenger advanced front air bags are certified to the new federal regulations for advanced air bags. The advanced front air bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severit...

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    This vehicle is equipped with supplemental seat- mounted side air bags (sab) to provide enhanced protection for an occupant during a side impact. The supplemental seat-mounted side air bags are located in the outboard side of the front seats. Note: • air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior...

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    Advanced front air bag features the advanced front air bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags. 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 front i...

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    Supplemental seat-mounted side air bags (sab) supplemental seat-mounted side air bags (sab) may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact. The sab is marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats. When the air bag deploys, it opens the...

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    Note: • air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. • being too close to the sab and sabic air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed. • should a vehicle rollover occur, the pretensioners and/or sab and sabic ...

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    Warning! • your vehicle is equipped with left and right sabic, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the sabic. The area where the side curtain air bag is located should remain free from any obstructions. • do not use accessory seat covers or place objects betwe...

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    Air bag deployment sensors and controls occupant restraint controller (orc) the orc is part of a federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle. The orc determines if deployment of the front and/or side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required. Based on the impact sensor’s si...

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    Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, away from an inflating air bag. The orc monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the start or on/run position. If the key...

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    Driver and passenger advanced front air bag inflator units the driver and passenger advanced front air bag inflator units are located in the center of the steering wheel and on the right side of the instrument panel. When the orc detects a collision requiring the ad- vanced front air bags, it signal...

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    You if you are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates. This especially applies to children. Supplemental side air bag inflatable curtain (sabic) inflator units during collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the ...

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    Event the orc will determine whether to have the enhanced accident response system perform the follow- ing functions: • cut off fuel to the engine. • flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is turned off. • turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long a...

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    Bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air bag system service. If your seat, including your trim cover and cushion,...

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    Note: if the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the occupant restraint controller (orc) may also be disabled. The air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label located on the inside of t...

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    Are recorded. However, other parties, such as law en- forcement, could combine the edr data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an edr, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the edr is needed. In...

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    Note: for additional information, refer to www.Seatcheck.Org or call 1–866–seatcheck. Cana- dian residents should refer to transport canada’s web- site for additional information: http://www.Tc.Gc.Ca/ eng/roadsafety/safedrivers-childsafety-index-53.Htm warning! In a collision, an unrestrained child ...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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    Latch positions for installing child restraints in this vehicle lower anchorage symbol 2 anchorages per seating position top tether anchorage symbol 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 91.

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

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    Can two child restraints be attached using a common lower latch anchorage? No never “share” a latch anchorage with two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated latch lower anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child s...

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    Locating the latch anchorages the lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the gap between ...

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    Locating the latch anchorages the lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel the...

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    Latch-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage. Forward-facing child restraints and some rear-facing infant restraint...

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    Vehicles with a center arm rest tether for rearward facing infant seats secured in the center seat position with the vehicle seat belts, the rear center seat position has an armrest tether that secures the arm rest in the upward position. 1. To access the center seat arm rest tether, first lower the...

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    3. Raise the armrest and attach the tether hook to the strap located on the front of the arm rest. To install a latch-compatible child restraint 1. If the selected seating position has a switchable auto- matic locking retractor (alr) seat belt, stow the seat belt, following the instructions below. S...

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    5. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the top tether anchorage. See the section “installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage” for direc- tions to attach a tether anchor. 6. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the s...

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    Installing child restraints using the vehicle seat belt the seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with either a switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) or a cinching latch plate or both. Both types of seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight ar...

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

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    Installing a child restraint with a switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. 2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing fro...

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    9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. Installing a...

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    Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have trouble tightening the seat belt. If this happens, discon- nect the latch p...

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    Pulling down the carpet floor panel to access top tether strap top tether strap anchorage (located on seatback) 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 105.

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    3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts. If...

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    Warning! The top tether anchorages are not visible until the gap panel is folded down. Do not use the visible cargo tie down hooks, located on the floor behind the seats, to attach a child restraint tether anchor. Installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage — center seating position f...

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    And lubricant changes should be consistent with antici- pated climate and conditions under which vehicle opera- tions will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “maintenance procedures” in “maintaining your vehicle”. Caution! Never use non-detergent oil or straight minera...

  • Page 111

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

  • Page 112

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

  • Page 113

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

  • Page 114

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

  • Page 115: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . .121 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 ▫ o...

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    ▫ phone call features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 ▫ uconnect® phone features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 ▫ advanced phone connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . .151 ▫ things you should know about your uconnect® phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 ▫ general information...

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    ▫ memory position recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190 ▫ easy entry/exit seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 䡵 to open and close the hood . . . . . . . . .192 䡵 lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .194 ▫ headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 118

    䡵 windshield wipers and washers . . . . . .204 ▫ windshield wiper operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .205 ▫ intermittent wiper system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206 ▫ windshield washer operation. . . . . . . . . . . . .206 ▫ mist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207 ▫ ra...

  • Page 119

    ▫ setting the following distance in acc . . . . . .225 ▫ adaptive cruise control (acc) menu . . . . . . .228 ▫ display warnings and maintenance . . . . . . . .230 ▫ precautions while driving with acc . . . . . . .233 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237 ▫ normal (fixed spee...

  • Page 120

    䡵 garage door opener — if equipped . . .258 ▫ before you begin programming homelink® . .260 ▫ programming a rolling code . . . . . . . . . . . . .260 ▫ programming a non-rolling code . . . . . . . . .262 ▫ canadian/gate operator programming . . . . . .264 ▫ using homelink®. . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 121

    ▫ opening power shade — manual mode . . . . .273 ▫ closing power shade — express . . . . . . . . . . .273 ▫ closing power shade — manual mode . . . . . .273 ▫ pinch protect feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273 ▫ wind buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274 ▫ sunroof ma...

  • Page 122

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

  • Page 123

    Automatic dimming mirror — if equipped this mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light in the button will illuminate to indicate when the dim- ming feature is activated. The m...

  • Page 124

    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 ...

  • Page 125

    Power mirrors the power mirror switch is located on the driver’s side door trim panel. The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a mirror, press the mirror select button for the mirror that you want to adjust. Using the mirror contro...

  • Page 126

    Heated mirrors — if equipped these mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature can be activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster if equipped. Some vehicles may not be equipped with rear window defroster, in this case the heated mirrors will still function as intended. Refer t...

  • Page 127

    Sun visor extension — if equipped this feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for increased coverage. Blind spot monitoring — if equipped the blind spot monitoring (bsm) system uses two radar- based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (aut...

  • Page 128

    When the vehicle is started, the bsm warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors to let the driver know that the system is operational. The bsm system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any forward gear or reverse and enters stand-by mode when the vehicle is in pa...

  • Page 129

    The bsm system notifies the driver of objects in the detection zones by illuminating the bsm warning light located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an audible (chime) alert and reducing the radio volume. Refer to “modes of operation” for further information. The bsm system monitors the...

  • Page 130

    Entering from the side vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. Entering from the rear vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h). Side monitoring rear monitor...

  • Page 131

    Overtaking traffic if you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated. If the difference in speed between the two vehicles is greater than 10 mph (16 km/h)...

  • Page 132

    The bsm system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service. The bsm system will not alert you of objects t...

  • Page 133

    Warning! The blind spot monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The bsm system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the bsm system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder...

  • Page 134

    Note: in a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When rcp is on and the vehicle is in reverse, the driver is alerted using both the visua...

  • Page 135

    Blind spot alert lights/chime when operating in blind spot alert lights/chime mode, the bsm system will provide a visual alert in the appro- priate side view mirror based on a detected object. If the turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an alert present on that side of the vehicle, a...

  • Page 136

    Display the message “ blind spot system unavailable- astronomy zone”. The side mirrors led’s will be lit up and stay lit until the vehicle exits the zone. Uconnect® phone — if equipped uconnect® phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. Uconnect® phone allows you to ...

  • Page 137

    The uconnect® phone allows up to seven mobile phones to be linked to the system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in english, spanish, or french languages. Warning! Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving c...

  • Page 138

    The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the uconnect® phone such as “cell” or caller id on certain radios. Operation voice commands can be used to operate the uconnect® phone and to navigate through the uconnect® phone menu structure. Voice commands are required after most uconnect® p...

  • Page 139

    To activate the uconnect® phone, simply press the button and follow the audible prompts for directions. Uconnect® phone sessions begin with a press of the button on the radio control head. Cancel command at any prompt, after the beep, you can say “cancel” and you will be returned to the main menu. H...

  • Page 140

    • you will then be asked to give your mobile phone a priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven mobile phones to your uconnect® phone. However, at any given time, only one mobile phone can be in use, connected to your uconnect® system. The pri...

  • Page 141

    Or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a name in the phonebook, refer to “add names to your uconnect® phonebook”, in the phonebook. • the uconnect® system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number, which may appear in the display of certain radios. Phonebook download...

  • Page 142

    • this downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or deleted on the uconnect® phone. These can only be edited on the mobile phone. The changes are trans- ferred and updated to uconnect® phone on the next phone connection. Add names to your uconnect® phonebook note: adding names to the uconnect® phonebook...

  • Page 143

    Edit uconnect® phonebook entries note: • editing names in the phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. • automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited. • press the button to begin. • after the “ready” prompt and the following beep, say “phonebook edit entry”. ...

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    • after you enter the phonebook delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say “list names” to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose. To select ...

  • Page 145

    • after the “ready” prompt and the following beep, say “phonebook list names”. • the uconnect® phone will play the names of all the phonebook entries, including the downloaded phone- book entries, if available. • to call one of the names in the list, press the but- ton during the playing of the desi...

  • Page 146

    Mobile phone. Press the button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call. Note: the uconnect® phone compatible phones in the market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can only answer an incoming call or ignore it...

  • Page 147

    Three-way calling to initiate three-way calling, press the button while a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as described under “making a second call while current call is in progress”. After the second call has established, press and hold the button until you hear a double beep, ind...

  • Page 148

    Ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the uconnect® phone and transfer of the call to the mobile phone. • after the ignition key is cycled to off, a call can continue on the uconnect® phone for a certain dura- tion, after which the call is automatically trans...

  • Page 149

    If the phone is not reachable and the uconnect® phone is operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: • press the button to begin. • after the “ready” prompt and the following beep, say “emergency” and the uconnect® phone will instruct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency num...

  • Page 150

    Note: • the roadside assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528-2069 for the u.S., 1-877-213-4525 for canada, 55-14-3454 for mexico city and 1-800-712-3040 for outside mexico city in mexico). Please refer to the “roadside assistance” coverage details o...

  • Page 151

    Followed by the word “send”. For example, if required to enter your pin followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can press the button and say, “3 7 4 6 # send”. Saying a number, or sequence of numbers, followed by “send”, is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center ...

  • Page 152

    Turning confirmation prompts on/off turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.G., the uconnect® phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it). • press the button to begin. • after the “ready” prompt and the following beep, say one of the followi...

  • Page 153

    Mute/un-mute (mute on/off) when you mute the uconnect® phone, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you. In order to mute the uconnect® phone: • press the button. • following the beep, say “mute”. In order to un-mute...

  • Page 154

    • when prompted, say “list phones”. • the uconnect® phone will play the phone names of all paired mobile phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority. To “select” or “delete” a paired phone being announced, press the button and say “se- lect” or “delete”. Also, see the next two sections f...

  • Page 155

    Things you should know about your uconnect® phone uconnect® phone tutorial to hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the button and say “uconnect® tutorial.” voice training for users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers, the uconnect® pho...

  • Page 156

    This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, and other settings in all language modes. The system will prompt you before resetting to factory settings. Voice command • for best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least ½ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead console (if equ...

  • Page 157

    • phonebook (downloaded and uconnect® phone lo- cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar. • numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • you can say “o” (letter “o”) for “0” (zero). • even though international ...

  • Page 158

    Sms uconnect® phone can read or send new messages on your phone. Read messages: if you receive a new text message while your phone is connected to uconnect® phone, an announcement will be made to notify you that you have a new text message. If you wish to hear the new message: • press the button. • ...

  • Page 159

    List of preset messages: 1. Yes 2. No 3. Where are you? 4. I need more direction. 5. L o l 6. Why 7. I love you 8. Call me 9. Call me later 10. Thanks 11. See you in 15 minutes 12. I am on my way 13. I’ll be late 14. Are you there yet? 15. Where are we meeting? 16. Can this wait? 17. Bye for now 18....

  • Page 160

    Turn sms incoming announcement on/off turning the sms incoming announcement off will stop the system from announcing the new incoming mes- sages. • press the button. • after the “ready” prompt and the following beep, say “setup, sms incoming message announcement,” you will then be given a choice to ...

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    3 understanding the features of your vehicle 159.

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    160 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    3 understanding the features of your vehicle 161.

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    Voice commands primary alternate (s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location voice commands primary alternate (s) all call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency english erase all espanol francais 162 understanding ...

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

  • Page 166

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

  • Page 167

    Warning! Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable laws. Your attention should be focused on safely operating the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing serious injury or death. When you press the voice command button, you...

  • Page 168

    To hear the first available menu, press the voice com- mand button and say “help” or “main menu”. Commands the voice command system understands two types of commands. Universal commands are available at all times. Local commands are available if the supported radio mode is active. Changing the volum...

  • Page 169

    Radio am (or radio long wave or radio medium wave — if equipped) to switch to the am band, say “am” or “radio am”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: • “frequency #” (to change the frequency) • “next station” (to select the next station) • “previous station” (to select the previous st...

  • Page 170

    Disc mode to switch to the disc mode, say “disc”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: • “track” (#) (to change the track) • “next track” (to play the next track) • “previous track” (to play the previous track) • “main menu” (to switch to the main menu) usb mode to switch to usb mode, s...

  • Page 171

    – “delete” (to delete the recording) • “play memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — during the playback you may press the voice com- mand button to stop playing memos. You pro- ceed by saying one of the following commands: – “repeat” (to repeat a memo) – “next” (to play the next memo) – “previ...

  • Page 172

    Voice training for users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers the uconnect® voice “voice training” feature may be used. 1. Press the voice command button, say “system setup” and once you are in that menu then say “voice training.” this will train your...

  • Page 173

    Power seats — if equipped some models may be equipped with eight-way power driver and front passenger seats. The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat. There are two switches that control the movement of the seat cushion and the seatback. Power seat switches 1 — seatback s...

  • Page 174

    Adjusting the seat forward or rearward the seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position has been reached. Adjusting the seat up or down the height of the seats...

  • Page 175

    Warning! (continued) • do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Caution! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its abili...

  • Page 176

    Tilting the seat up or down the angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted up or down. Pull upward or push downward on the front of the seat switch, the front of the seat cushion will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when you have reached the desired position. Power lumbar — if...

  • Page 177

    While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located under the seat cushion and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once you have reached the desired position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. Warning! •...

  • Page 178

    Manual front passenger seatback adjustment — recline to adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired position and release the lever. To return the seatback, lift the lever, lean forward and release the lever. Warning! Do not ride with the sea...

  • Page 179

    Warning! • persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially ...

  • Page 180

    Press the switch once to select high-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements off. Note: once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes. When the high-level setting is selected...

  • Page 181

    You can choose from high, low or off heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for high, one for low and none for off. Press the switch once to select high-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select low-l...

  • Page 182

    The ventilated seat switches are used to control the speed of the fans located in the seat. Press the switch once to choose high, press it a second time to choose low. Pressing the switch a third time will turn the ventilated seat off. When high speed is selected both lights on the switch will be il...

  • Page 183

    Active head restraints — front seats active head restraints are passive, deployable compo- nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily identified by any markings, only through visual inspec- tion of the head restraint. The head restraint will be split in two halves, with the front half...

  • Page 184

    For comfort the active head restraints can be tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head. Note: • the head ...

  • Page 185

    • in the event of deployment of an active head re- straint, refer to “occupant restraints/resetting active head restraints (ahr)” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” for further information. Warning! • do not place items over the top of the active head restraint, such as coats, seat cov...

  • Page 186

    The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift upward on the head restraint to raise it, or push down- ward on the head restraint to lower it. Warning! Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered position could result in serious injury or death in a collision. Always make sure t...

  • Page 187

    Note: be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seatback to fold down easily. 1. Pull upward on the release lever to release the seat. Note: • do not fold the 60% rear seat down with the left outboard or rear center seat belt buckled. • do not fo...

  • Page 188

    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 the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position. Warning! • be certain that the seatback is ...

  • Page 189

    Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Driver memory seat — if equipped this feature allows the driver to store up to two dif...

  • Page 190

    The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: • the (s) button, which is used to activate the memory save function • the (1) and (2) buttons which are used to recall either of two pre-programmed memory profiles. Programming the memory featur...

  • Page 191

    Vehicles not equipped with keyless enter-n-go 1. Insert the ignition key fob, and turn the ignition switch to the on/run position. 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.E., seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals [if equipped], power tilt and telescopic steering column [if e...

  • Page 192

    Note: before programming your rke transmitters you must select the “remote linked to memory” feature through the electronic vehicle information center (evic), refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)/customer-programmable features” in “under- standing your instrument panel” for further...

  • Page 193

    Driver one memory position recall • to recall the memory settings for driver one using the memory switch , press memory button number 1 on the memory switch. • to recall the memory settings for driver one using the rke transmitter, press the unlock button on the rke transmitter linked to memory posi...

  • Page 194

    Rear stop. The seat will return to its previously set position when you place the ignition into the acc or run position. • when you remove the key fob from the ignition (or change the ignition to off, for vehicles equipped with keyless enter-n-go), the driver seat will move to a position 0.3 in (7.7...

  • Page 195

    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. Hood release safety latch location 3 understanding the features of y...

  • Page 196

    Warning! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death. Lights headlight switch the headlight switch is located...

  • Page 197

    Note: • your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore differ- ent lens cleaning procedures must be followed. • to minimize the po...

  • Page 198

    Information center (evic)/customer-programmable features” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further information. If your vehicle is equipped with a “rain sensitive wiper system” and it is activated, the headlights will automati- cally turn on after the wipers complete five wipe cycles wit...

  • Page 199

    To activate 1. Enable the automatic high beams. Refer to “elec- tronic vehicle information center (evic)/customer- programmable features” in “understanding your in- strument panel” for further information. 2. Turn the headlight switch to the auto headlight position. 3. Push the multifunction lever a...

  • Page 200

    Automatic headlight leveling — hid headlights only this feature prevents the headlights from interfering with the vision of oncoming drivers. Headlight leveling automatically adjusts the height of the headlight beam in reaction to changes in vehicle pitch. Headlight delay to aid in your exit, your v...

  • Page 201

    The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights are on or when the vehicle headlights are on low beam. An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when the headlight sw...

  • Page 202

    To its farthest position up until you hear a click. This feature is termed the “parade” mode and is useful when headlights are required during the day. Lights-on reminder if the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on after the ignition is turned off, a chime will sound when the driv...

  • Page 203

    Note: battery saver mode is cancelled if the ignition is on. Front map/reading lights the front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- head console. Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night time visibility. To turn the l...

  • Page 204

    Courtesy lights the courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a second time. Ambient light the overhead console is equipped with an ambient light feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- ity of the floor center...

  • Page 205

    Multifunction lever the multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column. 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 re...

  • Page 206

    Flash-to-pass you can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released. High/low beam switch push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel t...

  • Page 207

    Windshield wiper operation rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for low wiper operation and the sixth detent for high wiper operation. Caution! Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades fro...

  • Page 208

    Intermittent wiper system use one of the four intermittent wiper settings when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable delay between cycles, desirable. At driving speeds above 10 mph (16 km/h), the delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycle...

  • Page 209

    Lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If the end of the lever is pushed while the wipers are in the off position, the wipers...

  • Page 210

    Note: the mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid. Rain sensing wipers — if equipped this feature senses moisture on the windshield and automaticall...

  • Page 211

    • the rain sensing feature may not function properly when ice, or dried salt water is present on the windshield. • use of rain-x® or products containing wax or silicone may reduce rain sensing performance. • a customer programmable feature in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) allows t...

  • Page 212

    Tilt/telescoping steering column this feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping lever is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. To unlock the steering column, pus...

  • Page 213

    Power tilt/telescoping steering column — if equipped this feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The power tilt/telescoping steering column lever is located below the multifunction lever on the steering column...

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    Heated steering wheel — if equipped the steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering wheel has only one temperature setting. Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on it will operate for approximately 30 to 95 minutes before automa...

  • Page 215

    Warning! • persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the steering wheel heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures,...

  • Page 216

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

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    Vehicle will deactivate electronic speed control without erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the on/off button or turning the ignition switch off erases the set speed memory. To resume speed to resume a previously set speed, push the res (+) button and release. Resume can be used at any speed abo...

  • Page 218

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

  • Page 219

    Warning! • adaptive cruise control (acc) is a convenience system. It is not a substitute for active driving involvement. It is always the driver’s responsibility to be attentive of road, traffic, and weather condi- tions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle ahead; and, most importantly, brake ope...

  • Page 220

    Warning! You should switch off the acc system: • when driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, heavy traffic, and complex driving situations (i.E., in highway construction zones). • when entering a turn lane or highway off ramp; when driving on roads that are winding, icy, snow- covered, slipp...

  • Page 221

    Note: any chassis/suspension modifications to the ve- hicle will effect the performance of the adaptive cruise control. Activating adaptive cruise control (acc) you can only activate acc if the vehicle speed is above 18 mph (30 km/h). When the system is turned on and in the ready state, the electron...

  • Page 222

    • when the parking brake is set. • when the automatic transmission is in park, re- verse or neutral. • when pushing the res + button without a previously set speed in memory. To activate push and release the on/off button. The acc menu in the evic displays “adaptive cruise control ready.” to turn th...

  • Page 223

    Warning! Leaving the adaptive cruise control (acc) system on when not in use is dangerous. You could acciden- tally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the system off when you are not using it. To set a desired acc speed wh...

  • Page 224

    • the system will not be controlling the distance be- tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle speed will only be determined by the position of the accelerator pedal. To cancel the system will disable acc without erasing the memory if: • you softly tap the brake pedal. • you depress the...

  • Page 225

    Note: if acc is resumed or set with the esc/tcs off, esc will automatically be re-engaged. To turn off the system will turn off and erase the set speed in memory if: • you push the on/off button. • you turn off the ignition. • you switch to four-wheel drive low. To resume speed press the res + butto...

  • Page 226

    Warning! The resume function should only be used if traffic and road conditions permit. Resuming a set speed that is too high or too low for prevailing traffic and road conditions could cause the vehicle to accelerate or decelerate too sharply for safe operation. Failure to follow these warnings can...

  • Page 227

    • the acc system can only apply a maximum of 25% of the vehicle’s braking capability and will not bring the vehicle to a complete stop. • the acc system maintains set speed when driving up hill and down hill. However, a slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. In addition, downshifting may o...

  • Page 228

    To change the distance setting, press the distance button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting adjusts between long, medium, and short. If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed. If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the distance setting ...

  • Page 229

    Same lane, the evic displays the “sensed vehicle indi- cator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed auto- matically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of the set speed. The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until: • the vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed above the set spee...

  • Page 230

    Provide an additional acceleration based on your current speed. The acceleration is triggered by indicating a left turn signal. Adaptive cruise control (acc) menu the evic displays the current acc system settings. The evic is located in the upper part of the instrument cluster between the speedomete...

  • Page 231

    Press the menu button (located on the steering wheel) repeatedly until one of the following displays in the evic: adaptive cruise control off – when acc is deactivated, the display will read “adaptive cruise control off.” adaptive cruise control ready – when acc is activated but the vehicle speed se...

  • Page 232

    • driver override • system off • acc proximity warning • acc unavailable warning • the evic will return to the last display selected after five seconds of no acc display activity. Display warnings and maintenance “clean radar sensor in front of vehicle” warning the acc “clean radar sensor in front o...

  • Page 233

    Note: if the acc “clean radar sensor in front of vehicle” warning is active normal (fixed speed) cruise control is still available. For additional information refer to “normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode” in this section. If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should examine the se...

  • Page 234

    • installing a snow plow, front-end protector, an after- market grille or modifying the grille is not recom- mended. Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit acc operation. Removing acc sensor for off-roading note: when off-roading, it may be advisable to remove the acc sensor. The sensor is locate...

  • Page 235

    To reinstall the sensor and bracket assembly reverse the process above. The fastener torque required to assembly the bracket back to the beam is 6.6 ft lbs (9 n·m). Acc unavailable warning if the system turns off, and the evic displays “acc/ fcw unavailable, vehicle system error”, there may be a tem...

  • Page 236

    Adding a trailer hitch the weight of a trailer/hitch may affect the performance of acc. If there is a noticeable change in performance following the installation of a trailer/hitch, or if the acc performance does not return to normal after removing the trailer/hitch see your authorized dealer. Offse...

  • Page 237

    Using acc on hills when driving on hills, acc may not detect a vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions, and the steepness of the hills, acc perfor- mance may be limited. Lane changing acc will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you...

  • Page 238

    Distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Always be atten- tive and ready to apply the brakes if necessary. Narrow vehicles some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There will not be suffi- cient ...

  • Page 239

    General information fcc requirements for vehicular radar systems classification specifications: 47 c.F.R. Part 15 47 c.F.R part 15.515 normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode in addition to adaptive cruise control mode, a normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode is available for cruis- ing at fixed...

  • Page 240

    Warning! In the normal cruise control mode, the system will not react to vehicles ahead. In addition, the proximity warning does not activate and no alarm will sound even if you are too close to the vehicle ahead since neither the presence of the vehicle ahead nor the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is ...

  • Page 241

    To resume press the res + button and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The evic will display the last set speed. To turn off the system will turn off and erase the set speed in memory if: • you push the on/off button. • you turn off the ignition. • you engage four-wheel drive low. If...

  • Page 242

    Fcw monitors the information from the forward looking sensor as well as the electronic brake controller (ebc), wheel speed sensors, i.E., to calculate a probable rear-end collision. When the system determines that a rear-end collision is probable a warning message (both audible and visual) will be d...

  • Page 243

    Guard rails or sign posts based on the course predic- tion. This is expected and is a part of normal fcw activation and functionality. Warning! Forward collision warning (fcw) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can fcw detect every type of collision. The driver has the responsi- bi...

  • Page 244

    Changing the fcw status to the “near” setting, allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are much closer. This setting provides less reaction time than the “far” setting, which allows for a more dynamic driving experience. Changing the fcw status...

  • Page 245

    Note: • the system will retain the last setting selected by the driver after ignition shut down. • fcw will not react to irrelevant objects such as over- head objects, ground reflections, objects not in the path of the car, stationary objects that are far away, oncom- ing traffic, or leading vehicle...

  • Page 246

    Service fcw warning if the system turns off, and the evic displays “acc/ fcw unavailable service radar sensor”, it indicates there is an internal system fault. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Parksense® rear park assist...

  • Page 247

    Parksense® warning display the parksense® warning screen will only be displayed if sound and display is selected from the customer- programmable features section of the electronic vehicle information center (evic). Refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)/personal settings (customer- p...

  • Page 248

    Parksense® display when the vehicle is in reverse, the warning display will turn on indicating the system status. The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the evic display will show few...

  • Page 249

    Slow tone fast tone 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 247.

  • Page 250

    The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the evic display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: continuous tone 248 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 251

    Warning alerts rear distance (in/cm) greater than 79 in (200 cm) 79-39 in (200-100 cm) 39-25 in (100-65 cm) 25-12 in (65-30 cm) less than 12 in (30 cm) audible alert chime none single 1/2 second tone slow fast continuous arcs none 3 solid (continuous) 3 slow flashing 2 slow flashing 1 slow flashing ...

  • Page 252

    Note: the parksense® system will automatically dis- able when the system detects that a trailer with trailer brakes has been connected to the integrated trailer brake module. The evic will display “parksense off” message for as long as the vehicle is in reverse. The parksense® switch led will be on ...

  • Page 253

    Parksense® system usage precautions note: • ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, dirt and debris to keep the parksense® system oper- ating properly. • jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could affect the performance of parksense®. • when you turn parksense® off, the ins...

  • Page 254

    • on vehicles equipped with a tailgate, parksense® should be disabled when the tailgate is in the lowered or open position and the vehicle is in reverse. A lowered tailgate could provide a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle. Caution! • parksense® is only a parking aid and it is ...

  • Page 255

    Warning! (continued) could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assem- bly, depending on its size and shape, giving a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle. Parkview® rear back up camera — if equipped your vehicle may be equipped with the parkview® rear back up camera that allows y...

  • Page 256

    Zone distance to the rear of the vehicle red 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) yellow 1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m) green 3 ft or greater (1 m or greater) warning! Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the parkview® rear back up camera. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to che...

  • Page 257

    Note: if snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. Turning parkview® on or off — with navigation/multimedia radio 1. Press the “menu” hard-key. 2. Select “system setup” soft-key. 3. Press...

  • Page 258

    Overhead console the overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights and storage for sunglasses. Universal garage door opener (homelink®), power liftgate and power sunroof switches may also be included, if equipped. Front map/reading lights lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light ca...

  • Page 259

    To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the rke is pressed. Courtesy lights the courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press...

  • Page 260

    Sunglasses bin door at the front of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- ment access is a “push/push” design. Push the chrome pad on the door to open. Push the chrome pad on the door to close. Garage door opener — if equipped homelink® r...

  • Page 261

    Note: homelink® is disabled when the vehicle secu- rity alarm is active. Homelink® buttons/overhead consoles homelink® buttons/sunvisor/headliner 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 259.

  • Page 262

    Before you begin programming homelink® be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the d...

  • Page 263

    1. Cycle the ignition to the on/run position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the homelink® button you wish to pro- gram while keeping the homelink® indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the homelink® button you want to program and the hand...

  • Page 264

    Firmly press and release the “learn” or “train- ing” button. On some garage door openers/devices there may be a light that blinks when the garage door opener/device is in the learn/train mode. Note: you have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the learn button has been pressed. 6. Re...

  • Page 265

    2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the homelink® button you wish to pro- gram while keeping the homelink® indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the homelink® button you want to program and the hand-held trans- mitter button. 4. Continue to hol...

  • Page 266

    Canadian/gate operator programming for programming transmitters in canada/united states that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission. Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- mission ...

  • Page 267

    If you unplugged the garage door opener/device for programming, plug it back in at this time. Reprogramming a single homelink® button to reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Cycle the ignition to the on/run position. 2. Press and hold the desired homelink® but...

  • Page 268

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

  • Page 269

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

  • Page 270

    Warning! • never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the accessory or on/run position, for vehicles equipped with keyless enter-n-go™). Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become en- trapped by the power sunroof while operating the po...

  • Page 271

    Position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “express close”. During express close operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof. Closing sunroof — manual mode to close the sunroof, press and hold the switch in the forward position. Any release of the...

  • Page 272

    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 ...

  • Page 273

    Warning! • never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the accessory or on/run position, for vehicles equipped with keyless enter-n-go™). Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become en- trapped by the power sunroof while operating the po...

  • Page 274

    Opening sunroof — express press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automati- cally from any position. The sunroof and sunshade will open fully and stop automatically. This is called “express open”. During express open operation, any movement...

  • Page 275

    Full-open position. This is called “express open”. During express open operation, any movement of the shade switch will stop the shade. Opening power shade — manual mode to open the shade, press and hold the switch rearward . The shade will open and stop automatically at the half-open position. Pres...

  • Page 276

    Sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and release to express close. Note: if three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in pinch protect reversals, the fourth close attempt will be a manual close movement with pinch protect d...

  • Page 277

    Electrical power outlets your vehicle is equipped with 12 volt (13 amp) power outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small electronics and other low powered electrical accessories. The power outlets are labeled with either a “key” or a “battery” symbol to indicate how the outlet is power...

  • Page 278

    The front power outlet is located inside the storage area on the center stack of the instrument panel. Push inward on the storage lid to open the compartment and gain access to this power outlet. In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power outlet located in the storage area of the c...

  • Page 279

    The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo area. Note: the rear power outlet can be switched to “bat- tery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel. Rear power outlet power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse 3 understanding t...

  • Page 280

    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. • do not touch with wet hands. • close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle. • if this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock a...

  • Page 281

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

  • Page 282

    May have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter manually press the power inverter button off and on. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. The power inverter switch is located on the switch bank below the climate controls. T...

  • Page 283

    There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the fold-down center armrest. Front cupholders rear cupholders 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 281.

  • Page 284

    Storage glove compartment the glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the latch and lower the glove box door. Glove compartment opened glove compartment 282 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 285

    Door storage large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy access. Center console the center console contains both an upper and a lower storage area. Door panel storage storage compartment 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 283.

  • Page 286

    To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on the small latch located on the lid. Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the lower storage compartment. Storage compartment latches lower storage compartment 284 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 287

    Warning! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac- tion, resulting in death or injur...

  • Page 288

    To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, twice for low, and a third time to return to off. Cargo storage bins there are four removable storage bins located in the rear cargo area. There are two storage bins located on either side of the cargo area. Three-press switch rear storage b...

  • Page 289

    Two additional storage bins are located under the load floor. To access the lower storage bins, raise the load floor and attach the tether hook (attached to the bottom of the load floor) to the liftgate opening. Retractable cargo area cover — if equipped note: the purpose of this cover is for privac...

  • Page 290

    To cover the cargo area: 1. Grasp the cover at the center handle. Pull it over the cargo area. 2. Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots in the pillar trim cover. 3. The liftgate may be opened with the cargo cover in place. Warning! In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle...

  • Page 291

    Rear cargo tie-downs the rear 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 carr...

  • Page 292

    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 pos- sible. • place as much cargo as possible in front ...

  • Page 293

    Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the first detent for intermittent operation and to the second detent for continuous rear wiper operation. Rotating the center portion upward once more will activate the washer pump which will con- tinue to operate as long as the switch is held. Upon r...

  • Page 294

    Note: to prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating. 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 su...

  • Page 295

    To move the crossbars, loosen the attachments, located at the upper edge of each crossbar, approximately eight turns using the anti-theft wrench provided with the mopar® crossbars. Then, move the crossbar to the desired position, keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once the crossbar is...

  • Page 296

    Caution! (continued) • to avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 lb (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appropri- ately. • long loads which extend over the windshield, such as wood panels or sur...

  • Page 297: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . .299 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . .301 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 ▫ e...

  • Page 298

    ▫ keyless enter-n-go™ display — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336 ▫ compass / temperature display . . . . . . . . . .336 ▫ customer-programmable features (system setup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339 䡵 uconnect® 730n/430/430n cd/dvd/ hdd/nav — if equi...

  • Page 299

    䡵 ipod®/usb/mp3 control — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .374 ▫ connecting the ipod® or external usb device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .374 ▫ using this feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .376 ▫ controlling the ipod® or external u...

  • Page 300

    ▫ unwired® stereo headphone lifetime limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .398 ▫ system information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .400 䡵 harman kardon® high performance sound system with driver-selectable surround (dss) – if equipped . . . . . . . . .416 䡵 steering wheel ...

  • Page 301

    Instrument panel features 1 — air outlet 6 — lower switch bank 11 — hood release 2 — instrument cluster 7 — hazard switch 12 — fuel door release 3 — radio 8 — storage bin 13 — headlight switch 4 — glove compartment 9 — esc button 14 — dimmer control 5 — climate controls 10 — ignition switch 4 unders...

  • Page 302

    Instrument cluster 300 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 303

    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Tachometer indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm x 1000). 2. Air bag warning light this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to the on/run position. If the light is either not on d...

  • Page 304

    Caution! Prolonged driving with the mil on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could affect fuel economy and drivability. If the mil is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is required. Warning! A malfunctioning catalytic ...

  • Page 305

    Each time the ignition is turned to on/run, the esc system will be on, even if it was turned off previously. The esc system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when esc becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the esc activation. 5....

  • Page 306

    10. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) display/odometer display the odometer display shows the total distance the ve- hicle has been driven. U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle ha...

  • Page 307

    As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- nates, you should stop and c...

  • Page 308

    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 309

    If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the brake booster has been detected by the anti-lock brake system (abs) / el...

  • Page 310

    Operation of the brake warning light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the off position to the on/run position. The light should illuminate for ap- proximately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light ...

  • Page 311

    Controlled dampening system. This system reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including cornering, acceleration and braking. 18. Fuel door reminder the fuel pump symbol points to the side of the vehicle where the fuel door is located. 19. Fuel gauge the pointer shows the level of f...

  • Page 312

    24. Vehicle security light this light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set. The security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on....

  • Page 313

    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 for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see “maintaining your vehicle”. Follow the warnings unde...

  • Page 314

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) display the evic consists of the following: • fuel economy • acc: (if equipped) • vehicle speed • trip info • tire psi: (if equipped) • vehicle info • messages • units: setting • system setup • turn menu off the system allows the driver to select informat...

  • Page 315

    Up button press and release the up button to scroll up- ward through the main menus (fuel economy, vehicle info, tire psi, cruise, messages, units, system setup, vehicle speed, trip info, turn menu off and sub-menus. Down button press and release the down button to scroll downward through the main m...

  • Page 316

    Messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall into several categories: • five second stored messages when the appropriate conditions occur, this type of message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns...

  • Page 317

    When the appropriate conditions exist, the evic displays the following messages: vehicle not in park key left vehicle key not detected service tpm system (refer to “tire pressure monitoring system” in “starting and operating”) premium tpm system graphic display service keyless system (refer to keyle...

  • Page 318

    Cruise control mode is available. Refer to “adaptive cruise control (acc)” in “understanding the features of your vehicle” (if equipped). Adaptive cruise off — when the adaptive cruise con- trol (acc) system is turned off. Refer to “adaptive cruise control (acc)” in “understanding the features of yo...

  • Page 319

    Brakes as needed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead. Refer to “adaptive cruise control (acc)” in “understanding the features of your vehicle” (if equipped). Clean radar sensor in the front of vehicle — if the acc system deactivates due to performance limiting conditions. Refer to “ad...

  • Page 320

    Remote start aborted — door ajar remote start aborted — hood ajar remote start aborted — l/gate ajar remote start aborted — fuel low remote start disabled — start vehicle to reset remote start active — insert key and turn to run remote start active — push start button memory 1 profile set memory 2 p...

  • Page 321

    Terrain settings — track terrain settings — snow terrain settings — sport sport not available in 4 low 4 high is required rock not available in 4 low 4 high is required to tow vehicle safely, read neutral shift procedure in owners manual for 4x4 low slow below 5 mph or 8 kph put trans in n press 4 l...

  • Page 322

    Service air suspension system — this is displayed when a fault has occurred in the system. The system will have limited operation at that point. Immediate air suspension service/repair required — this is displayed when a fault has occurred in the system which results in a complete system shutdown. T...

  • Page 323

    Evic white telltale lights this area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- tales. These telltales include: • shift lever status the shift lever status “p,r,n,d,l,5,4,3,2,1” are displayed indicating the shift lever position. Telltales “5,4,3,2,1” indicate the electronic range select (ers) feat...

  • Page 324

    • power steering system over temperature — if equipped if the “power steering system over temp” message and a icon are displayed on the evic screen, it indicates that extreme steer- ing maneuvers may have occurred, which caused an over temperature condition in the power steering system. You will los...

  • Page 325

    Collision. For further information, refer to “adaptive cruise control (acc)” in “understanding the features of your vehicle.” • air suspension up the air suspension up telltale will illuminate when the air suspension is in use. For further information, refer to “starting and operating”. • air suspen...

  • Page 326

    Evic red telltale lights this area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These telltales include: • door ajar this light will turn on to indicate that one or more doors may be ajar. • liftgate ajar this light will turn on to indicate that liftgate may be ajar. • liftgate flipper glass ajar this li...

  • Page 327

    If jump starting is required, refer to “jump starting procedures” in “what to do in emergencies”. • electronic throttle control (etc) light this light informs you of a problem with the electronic throttle control (etc) system. The light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain on...

  • Page 328

    • transmission temperature warning light this light indicates that there is excessive trans- mission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. It may also occur when operating the vehicle in a high torque converter slip condition, such as 4-wheel-drive operation (e...

  • Page 329

    Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the on/run position or cycle the ignition to the on/run position if equipped with keyless enter-n-go™. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the menu but- ton. To reset the oil change indic...

  • Page 330

    • distance to empty (dte) • miles per gallon (mpg) press the up/down buttons to cycle through all the trip computer functions. The trip functions mode displays the following informa- tion: average fuel economy / fuel saver mode — if equipped shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When ...

  • Page 331

    Distance to empty (dte) shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level. Dte cannot be reset through the select b...

  • Page 332

    Press the up/down buttons to cycle through all the trip computer functions. The trip functions mode dis- plays the following information: trip a shows the total distance traveled for trip a since the last reset. Trip b shows the total distance traveled for trip b since the last reset. Elapsed time s...

  • Page 333

    Performance features warning! Measurement of vehicle statistics with the perfor- mance pages is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be done on any public roadways. It is recommended that these features be used in a controlled environment and within the limits of the law. The...

  • Page 334

    The evic, then press and release the select button. Press the up or down button to cycle through the features. Press the select button to select a feature. The following describes each feature and its operation: 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) • the feature will “ready” when the vehicle speed is at 0 mph (0 k...

  • Page 335

    • the distance and speed measurements will continue to display until the select button is pressed. • pressing the select button will clear the current run and prepare the cluster to record a new run. 1/8 mile, 1/4 mile when selected, this screen displays the time it takes the vehicle to travel 1/8 m...

  • Page 336

    Digital speedometer when selected, this screen displays vehicle speed and records top speed. • press and hold the select button for three seconds to toggle between current speed and top speed. • to reset top speed, quickly press and release the select button when top speed is displayed. Vehicle info...

  • Page 337

    Than one message to step through the remaining stored messages. Pressing the back button takes you back to the main menu. Turn menu off select from main menu using the down button. Press- ing the select button blanks the menu display. Pressing any one of the four steering wheel buttons brings the me...

  • Page 338

    Note: • tires heat up during normal driving conditions. Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 psi (14 to 41 kpa) during normal driving conditions. Refer to “tires-general information/tire inflation pres- sures” in “starting and operating” for additional information. • your system...

  • Page 339

    Automatic compass calibration this compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually reset the compass. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the evic will display cal until the compass is calibrated. You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more...

  • Page 340

    Note: keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as ipod’s, mobile phones, laptops and radar detectors. This is where the compass module is located, and it can cause interference with the compass sensor, and it may give false readings. 1. Turn the ignition switch on. 2. ...

  • Page 341

    Note: for the most accurate compass performance, the compass variance must be set before performing the manual compass calibration. The variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. For further information, refer to “compass variance.” 1. Turn on the ignition swi...

  • Page 342

    Select language when in this display you may select one of five lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Press the up or down button while in this display and scroll through the language choices. Press the select button to select...

  • Page 343

    When unlock all doors on 1st press is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the rke transmitter unlock button. To make your selection, scroll up or down until the preferred setting is high- lighted, then press and release the select button until a check-mark appears next to th...

  • Page 344

    Seat features will automatically turn on when tempera- tures are below 40° f (4.4° c). When temperatures are above 80° f (26.7° c) the driver vented seat will turn on. These features will stay on through the duration of remote start or until the key is turned to run. To make your selection, press an...

  • Page 345

    Headlamp off delay when this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, scroll up or down until the preferred setting is highlighted, then press and release the select button until a check...

  • Page 346

    Note: the seat will return to the memorized seat location (if recall memory with remote key unlock is set to on) when the rke transmitter is used to unlock the door. Refer to “driver memory seat” in “understanding the features of your vehicle” for further information. Tilt mirror in reverse when thi...

  • Page 347

    Highlighted, then press and release the select button until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has been selected. Display fuel saver — if equipped the “eco” message is located in the compass/ temperature display; this message can be turned on or off. To make your sele...

  • Page 348

    Been deactivated. When this feature is deactivated, the system reverts to the standard intermittent wiper opera- tion. Hill start assist (hsa) — if equipped when this feature is selected, the hsa system is active. Refer to “electronic brake control system” in “starting and operating” for system func...

  • Page 349

    Warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are farther away. This gives you the most reaction time. To change the setting for more dynamic driving select the near setting. This warns you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are much closer...

  • Page 350

    Uconnect® 730n/430/430n cd/dvd/hdd/nav — if equipped refer to your uconnect® 730n, 430 or 430n user’s manual for detailed operating instructions. Operating instructions (voice command system) — if equipped refer to “voice command” for further details. Operating instructions (uconnect® phone) — if eq...

  • Page 351

    Power switch/volume control (rotary) push the on/volume control knob to turn on the radio. Push the on/volume control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic volume control the electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping. Turning the ...

  • Page 352

    Rw/ff pressing the rw (rewind) or ff (fast forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either am or fm frequencies. Tune control turn the rotary tune/scroll control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decre...

  • Page 353

    Am/fm button press the buttons to select either am or fm mode. Set/rnd button — to set the pushbutton memory when you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the set/rnd button. The symbol set 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1 to 6) you w...

  • Page 354

    Operation instructions — cd mode for cd and mp3 audio play note: • the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. • this radio is capable of playing compact discs (cd), recordable compact discs (cd-r), rewritable compact discs (cd-rw), compact discs with mp3 tracks and m...

  • Page 355

    Eject button - ejecting a cd press the eject button to eject the cd. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the cd is not removed, the radio will reinsert the cd but will not play it. A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition off. Note: ...

  • Page 356

    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 button to move to the next ran- domly selected track. Press the ...

  • Page 357

    Exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this display.) • maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a three- character extension) • level 2: 31 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a three- c...

  • Page 358

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

  • Page 359

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

  • Page 360

    Power switch/volume control (rotary) push the on/volume control knob to turn on the radio. Push the on/volume control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic volume control the electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping. Turning the ...

  • Page 361

    Clock setting procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 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 mi...

  • Page 362

    Setting the tone, balance, and fade push the rotary tune/scroll control knob and bass will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones. Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a second time and mid will display. Turn the tune/scroll control...

  • Page 363

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

  • Page 364

    By pressing the seek button when the music type icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected music type name. The music type function only operates when in the fm mode. If a preset button is activated while in the music type (program type) mode, the...

  • Page 365

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

  • Page 366

    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 367

    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 ff (fast forward) and the ...

  • Page 368

    Supported media (disc types) the mp3 file recording media supported by the radio are cdda, cd-r, cd-rw, mp3, and cdda+mp3. Supported medium formats (file systems) the medium formats supported by the radio are iso 9660 level 1 and level 2 and includes the joliet extension. When reading discs recorded...

  • Page 369

    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 370

    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 371

    Press and hold the info button for three seconds or more and the radio will display song titles for each file. Press and hold the info button again for three seconds to return to ⬙elapsed time⬙ display. Operation instructions - auxiliary mode the auxiliary (aux) jack is an audio input jack which all...

  • Page 372

    Note: sirius service is not available in hawaii and has limited coverage in alaska. System activation sirius satellite radio service is pre-activated, and you may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio service that is included with the factory-installed satellite radio system in your v...

  • Page 373

    Selecting uconnect® multimedia (satellite) mode press the sat button until ⬙sat⬙ appears in the display. A cd may remain in the radio while in the satellite radio mode. Satellite antenna to ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects pl...

  • Page 374

    Remain tuned to the new channel until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass channels without stopping until you release it. Scan button pressing the scan button causes the tuner to search for the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con- tinuing to the next. To stop...

  • Page 375

    By pressing the seek button when the music type function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next channel with the same selected music type name. If a preset button is activated while in the music type (program type) mode, the music type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the prese...

  • Page 376

    Buttons 1 - 6 these buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 satellite stations). Ipod®/usb/mp3 control — if equipped this feature allows an ipod® or external usb device to be plugged into the usb port, located in the center console or glove compartment. Ipod® ...

  • Page 377

    Note: the center console will have a position where the ipod® or consumer electronic audio device cable can be routed through without damaging the cable when clos- ing the lid. A factory cut out space for the cable to be routed may be located in the base of the center console on either the front or ...

  • Page 378

    Using this feature by using ipod cable or external usb device to connect to usb port: • the audio device can be played on the vehicle’s sound system, providing metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) information on the radio display. • the audio device can be controlled using the radio buttons t...

  • Page 379

    • jump backward in the current track by pressing and holding the rw button. Holding the rw button long enough will jump to the beginning of the current track. • jump forward in the current track by pressing and holding the ff>> button. • a single press backward rw or forward ff>> will jump backward ...

  • Page 380

    Device, or press the vr button and say ⬙shuffle on⬙ or ⬙shuffle off⬙. If the rnd icon is showing on the radio display, then the shuffle mode is on. List or browse mode during play mode, pressing any of the buttons described below, will bring up list mode. List mode enables scrolling through the list...

  • Page 381

    • pressing a preset button will display the current list on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line. • to exit list mode without selecting a track, press the same preset button again to go back to play mode. • list button: the list button will display the top level menu of th...

  • Page 382

    Bluetooth streaming audio (btsa) music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the uconnect® phone system. Controlling btsa using radio buttons to get into the btsa mode, press either “aux” button on the radio or press the vr button and say “bluetooth streaming audio”. Play mode when switched to...

  • Page 383

    Browse browsing is not available on a btsa device. Only the current song that is playing will display info. Uconnect® multimedia — video entertainment system (ves)™ — if equipped getting started • screen located in the overhead console: unfold the overhead lcd screen by pushing the button in the cen...

  • Page 384

    • when the video screen are open and a dvd is inserted into the ves™ player, the screen turns on automati- cally, the headphone transmitters turn on and play- back begins. Single video screen note: typically there are two different ways to operate the features of the video entertainment system (ves)...

  • Page 385

    Note: • channel/screen 1 select mode information is shown on the left side of the screen. • channel/screen 2 select mode information is shown on the right side of the screen. Using the touch-screen radio controls 1. Press the menu hard-key on the radio faceplate. 2. Touch the rear ves soft-key to di...

  • Page 386

    3. Touch the 1 soft-key and then the disc soft-key in the media column. To exit touch the back arrow soft-key at the top left of the screen. Note: the “1” and “2” soft-keys are displayed for the headphone channels. Touch 1 or 2 based on which channel you want to change, select the new mode from the ...

  • Page 387

    • viewing a dvd on the touch-screen radio screen is not available in all states/provinces, and the vehicle must be stopped, and the shift lever must be in the park position for vehicles with automatic transmis- sion. In vehicles with manual transmission the parking brake must be engaged. • touching ...

  • Page 388

    When connecting an external source to the aux input, be sure to follow the standard color coding for the ves™ jacks: note: certain high-end video games, such as playsta- tion3 and xbox360 will exceed the power limit of the vehicle’s power inverter. Refer to the power inverter section in your vehicle...

  • Page 389

    2. Touch the rear ves soft-key to display the rear ves controls. If a channel list is displayed, press the hide list soft-key to display the rear ves controls screen. 3. Touch the 1 soft-key and then touch aux 1 in the ves column. To exit press the back arrow soft-key at the top of the screen. Rear ...

  • Page 390

    Listen to an audio source on channel 2 while a video is playing on channel 1 ensure the remote control and headphone switch is on channel 2. Using the remote control 1. Press the mode/source button on the remote control and the mode select screen will display, unless a video is playing then only a s...

  • Page 391

    2. Touch the rear ves soft-key to display the rear ves controls. If a channel list is displayed, press the hide list soft-key to display the rear ves controls screen. 3. To listen to an audio source on channel 2 while a video is playing on channel 1, touch the 2 soft-key and choose an audio source. ...

  • Page 392

    Important notes for single video screen system • ves™ is able to transmit two channels of stereo audio simultaneously. • in split screen mode the left side equates to channel 1 and right side equates to channel 2. • if a video source is selected on channel 1, then channel 2 is for audio only. Select...

  • Page 393

    Note: • channel/screen 1 select mode information is shown on the left side of the screen. • channel/screen 2 select mode information is shown on the right side of the screen. Using the touch-screen radio controls 1. Press the menu hard-key on the radio faceplate. 2. Touch the rear ves soft-key to di...

  • Page 394

    3. Touch the 1 or 2 soft-key and then the disc soft-key in the media column. To exit touch the back arrow at the top left of the screen. Note: • to view a dvd on the radio press the radio/media hard-key, on the radio faceplate, then touch the disc tab soft-key and then the view video soft-key. • vie...

  • Page 395

    Controls and indicators 1. Power – turns the screen and wireless headphone transmitter for the selected channel on or off. To hear audio while the screen is closed, press the power button to turn the headphone transmitter on. 2. Channel selector indicators – when a button is pressed, the currently a...

  • Page 396

    9. ▪ (stop) – stops disc play. 10. Prog up/down – when listening to a radio mode, pressing prog up selects the next preset and press- ing prog down selects the previous preset stored in the radio. When listening to compressed audio on a data disc, prog up selects the next directory and prog down sel...

  • Page 397

    Chapter. In satellite video mode, press to advance to the previous channel. In menu modes use to navigate in the menu. 18. Enter – press to select the highlighted option in a menu. 19. 䉱 / next – in radio modes, press to select to the next station. In disc modes, press to advance to the next audio t...

  • Page 398

    Locking the remote control all remote control functionality can be disabled as a parental control feature. • to disable the remote control from making any changes, press the video lock button on the dvd player (if equipped). If the vehicle is not equipped with a dvd player, follow the radio’s instru...

  • Page 399

    Controls the headphone power indicator and controls are located on the right ear cup. Note: the rear video system must be turned on before sound can be heard from the headphones. To conserve battery life, the headphones will automatically turn off approximately three minutes after the rear video sys...

  • Page 400

    • when both switches are on channel 2, the remote is controlling channel 2 and the headphones are tuned to the audio of the ves™ channel 2. 2. Press the mode/source button on the remote control. 3. If the video screen is displaying a video source (such as a dvd video), pressing display shows the sta...

  • Page 401

    How long does the coverage last? This warranty lasts as long as you own the product. What does this warranty cover? Except as specified below, this warranty covers any product that in normal use is defective in workmanship or materials. What does this warranty not cover? This warranty does not cover...

  • Page 402

    If you have any questions or comments regarding your unwired® wireless headphones, please phone 1-888-293- 3332 or email customersupport@unwiredtechnology.Com. You may register your unwired® wireless headphones online at www.Unwiredtechnology.Com or by phone at 1-888-293-3332. System information sha...

  • Page 403

    The ves™ can even control radio modes or video modes while the radio is turned off. The ves™ can access the radio modes or disc modes by navigating to those modes on the ves™ and activating a radio mode or disc mode. Information mode display when information mode is active, the current mode setting ...

  • Page 404

    4. Channel 2 mode – displays the current source for channel 2. 5. Channel 2 shared status – when the icon is displayed, the audio for channel 2 is also shared with the radio and playing through the cabin speakers. 6. Channel 2 audio only/mute – audio: only in a single screen system: the audio only i...

  • Page 405

    12. Disc changer status – when the source for either channel 1 or channel 2 is a multi-disc changer, the disc loaded / selected status is displayed. Mode selection menu the first press of the mode button causes the mode selection menu to appear on screen. The current mode is always the default selec...

  • Page 406

    Numeric keypad menu when the display for either channel 1 or channel 2 shows direct tune, pressing the remote control’s enter button activates a numeric keypad menu. This screen makes it easy to enter a specific tuner frequency, satellite channel, or track number. To enter the desired digit: 1. Pres...

  • Page 407

    Navigation buttons ( 䉱, 䉲) to find the desired station, press the remote control’s enter button to tune to that station. To jump through the list more quickly, navigate to the page up and page down icons on the screen. Disc menu when listening to a cd audio or cd data disc, pressing the remote contr...

  • Page 408

    When watching a video source (dvd video with the disc in play mode, aux video, sirius backseat tv™, etc.), pressing the remote control’s setup button activates the display settings menu. These settings control the appear- ance of the video on the screen. The factory default settings are already set ...

  • Page 409

    The remote control’s power button to turn audio on. If audio is still not heard, check that fully charged batteries are installed in the headphones. Disc formats the ves™ dvd player is capable of playing the follow- ing types of discs (12 mm or 8 mm diameter): • dvd-video discs (mpeg-2 video compres...

  • Page 410

    Dvd audio support when a dvd-audio disc is inserted in the ves™ dvd player, the dvd-audio title on the disc is played by default (most dvd-audio discs also have a video title, but the video title is ignored). All multi-channel program material is automatically mixed down to two channels, which may r...

  • Page 411

    • mixed media recordable dvd formats will only play the video_ts portion of the disc. If you are still having trouble writing a disc that is playable in the ves™ dvd player, check with the disc recording software publisher for more information about burning playable discs. The recommended method for...

  • Page 412

    Between 64 and 192kbps. Variable bit rates are also supported. For both formats, the recommended sample rate is either 44.1khz or 48khz. • to change the current file, use the remote control’s or dvd player’s 䉱 button to advance to the next file, or the 䉲 button to return to the start of the current ...

  • Page 413

    Display other language setup all of the language settings have a special ⬙other⬙ setting to accommodate languages other than japanese or eng- lish. These languages are selected using a special four- digit code. To enter a new language code, activate the dvd setup menu and follow these additional ins...

  • Page 414

    • when the entire four-digit code is entered, press the remote control’s enter button. If the language code is not valid, the numbers all change back to ⬙夡⬙. If the digits are visible after this step, then the language code is valid. Here is an abbreviated list of language codes. For more language c...

  • Page 415

    To set the password, activate the dvd setup menu and follow these additional instructions: • using the remote control left and right cursor but- tons, select the rating tab. • highlight ⬙change password⬙, and then press the remote control’s enter button. • enter the current password. Select a digit,...

  • Page 416

    • using the remote control’s up and down cursor buttons to set the value for the current digit and the remote control’s right cursor button to select digits, enter the new password. • after the four-digit password is entered, press the remote control’s enter button to accept the change. Dvd player l...

  • Page 417

    To set the rating, activate the dvd setup menu and follow these additional instructions: • using the remote control’s left and right cursor buttons, select the rating tab. • highlight ⬙change rating⬙, and then press the remote control’s enter button. • enter the current password. Select a digit, use...

  • Page 418

    General information this system complies with part 15 of the fcc operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration. Harman kardon® ...

  • Page 419

    Dss modes for audio sources are “stereo” and “audio surround,” which is surround sound equalized for the front seat occupants. The “video surround” mode is described under driver-selectable surround (dss). The video surround mode will only be available for video media sources (dvds, video cds, or ot...

  • Page 420

    Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available (am/fm/sat/ cd/hdd/aux/ves, etc.). The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a pushbutton in the center. The function of the left-hand control is different depending on which mode you are in. The follo...

  • Page 421

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

  • Page 422

    Climate controls the air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. Dual-zone automatic temperature control (atc) — if equipped • the automatic temperature control (atc) allows both driver and front passenger seat occupants to select individual comfo...

  • Page 423

    1. A/c button press and release to change the current air conditioning (a/c) setting, the indicator illuminates when a/c is on. Performing this function will cause the atc to switch into manual mode. 2. Recirculation control button press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illum...

  • Page 424

    9. Passenger temperature control down button provides the passenger with independent temperature control. Push the button for cooler temperature settings. 10. Auto temperature control button controls airflow temperature, distribution, volume, and the amount of air recirculation automatically. Press ...

  • Page 425

    Automatic operation press the auto button on the automatic temperature control (atc) panel. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the driver and front passenger temperature control buttons. Once the desired tempera- ture is displayed, the system will achieve...

  • Page 426

    Blower control there are seven fixed blower speeds. Use the outer dial control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise and decreases when you move the control counter- clockwise. The blower fan speed...

  • Page 427

    Note: in many temperature positions, the bi–level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets. Floor mode air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. Mix mode air ...

  • Page 428

    Note: • if the system is in mix, floor or defrost mode, the a/c can be turned off, but the a/c system shall remain active to prevent fogging of the windows. • if fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, select defrost mode and increase blower speed. Recirculation control when outside air...

  • Page 429

    Blower speeds will reduce fogging. Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed by selecting the defrost mode. Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works very well) will help prevent contaminates (cigarette smoke, perfumes...

  • Page 430

    Operating tips chart 428 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 431: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .433 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .433 ▫ keyless enter-n-go™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .434 ▫ normal starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .435 ▫ extreme cold weather (...

  • Page 432

    䡵 fuel saver technology — if equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .456 䡵 parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .456 䡵 electronic brake control system . . . .459 ▫ anti-lock brake system (abs) . . . . . . . . . . . .459 ▫ traction control system (tcs) . . . . . ...

  • Page 433

    ▫ full size spare – if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .482 ▫ limited-use spare – if equipped . . . . . . . . . .483 ▫ tire spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .483 ▫ tread wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .484 ▫ life of tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 434

    䡵 vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .503 ▫ certification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .503 䡵 trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .505 ▫ common towing definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . .505 ▫ trailer hitch classification . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 435

    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! • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your ve...

  • Page 436

    Caution! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • do not shift from reverse, park, or neutral into any forward gear when the engine is above idle speed. • shift into park only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • shift into or out of reverse...

  • Page 437

    Installing and removing the engine start/stop button installing the button 1. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch. 2. Insert the engine start/stop button into the ignition switch with the lettering facing up and read- able. 3. Press firmly on the center of the button to secure it into positi...

  • Page 438

    To turn off the engine using engine start/stop button 1. Place the shift lever in park, then press and release the engine start/stop button. 2. The ignition switch will return to the off position. 3. If the shift lever is not in park, the engine start/ stop button must be held for two seconds and ve...

  • Page 439

    • press the engine start/stop button a second time to change the ignition switch to the run position (evic displays “ignition mode run”), • press the engine start/stop button a third time to return the ignition switch to the off position (evic displays “ignition mode off”). Extreme cold weather (bel...

  • Page 440

    Clearing a flooded engine (using engine start/stop button) 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: 1. Press and hold the brake pedal. 2. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to...

  • Page 441

    Caution! To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- onds before trying again. After starting the idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up. Automatic transmission caution! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not o...

  • Page 442

    Warning! • it is dangerous to shift out of park or neutral if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift ...

  • Page 443

    Warning! (continued) • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking bra...

  • Page 444

    Five-speed automatic transmission the shift lever position display (located in the instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range. You must press the brake pedal to move the shift lever out of park (refer to “brake/transmission shift interlock system” in this section). To drive, move the ...

  • Page 445

    • if there is a need to restart the engine, be sure to cycle the ignition to the off position before restarting. Transmission gear engagement may be delayed after restarting the engine if the key is not cycled to the off position first. Park this range supplements the parking brake by locking the tr...

  • Page 446

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

  • Page 447

    Warning! (continued) • allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil- dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. • do not leave the key fob in or near the ...

  • Page 448

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

  • Page 449

    Drive this range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission automatically upshifts through underdrive first, second, and third gears, direct fourth gear and overdrive fifth gear. The drive positio...

  • Page 450

    May be illuminated. Limp home mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without damaging the transmission. In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the following steps: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Shift th...

  • Page 451

    When to use tow mode when driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, select tow mode, using the rotary switch on the center console. Selecting tow mode will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheatin...

  • Page 452

    • normally, in autostick® mode, the transmission will automatically shift up when maximum engine speed is reached. If, however, autostick® is engaged while in sport or track mode, the transmission will remain in the selected gear even when maximum engine speed is reached. The transmission will upshi...

  • Page 453

    Selec-track™ — if equipped description selec-track™ combines the capabilities of the vehicle control systems, along with driver input, to provide the best performance for all terrains. Selec-track™ consists of the following positions: • sport – dry weather, on-road calibration. Performance based tun...

  • Page 454

    • auto – fully automatic full time four-wheel drive operation can be used on and off road. Balances traction with seamless steering feel to provide im- proved handling and acceleration over two-wheel drive vehicles. The active suspension system will be in touring mode. • track – calibration for use ...

  • Page 455

    • firm mode (available in terrain positions sport and tow) — provides a firm suspension for better handling. • full firm (available in track mode) — provides a full firm suspension for an aggressive track experience. Driving through water driving through water more than a few inches/ centimeters dee...

  • Page 456

    Shallow standing water although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water, consider the following caution and warning before doing so. Caution! • always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the...

  • Page 457

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

  • Page 458

    • upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This noise should be considered normal, and it does not in any way damage the steering system. Warning! Continued operation with ...

  • Page 459

    When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the on position, the “brake warning light” in the instrument cluster will illuminate. Note: • when the parking brake is applied and the transmis- sion is placed in gear, the “brake warning light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, ...

  • Page 460

    Warning! • never use the park position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- ment and possible injury or damage. • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. Never leave...

  • Page 461

    Caution! If the “brake warning light” remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. Electronic brake control system your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system tha...

  • Page 462

    Traction control system (tcs) this system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability. A feature of the tcs system, brake limit...

  • Page 463

    Warning! • the bas cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. • the bas cannot prevent collisions, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hyd...

  • Page 464

    Warning! Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- tions, and driving conditions, influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur. Erm cannot prevent all wheel lift or rollovers, especially those that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles. The capabili...

  • Page 465

    As little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. Warning! The electronic stability control (esc) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions....

  • Page 466

    Again, momentarily press the “esc off” switch. This will restore the normal “esc on” mode of operation. Note: to improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “partial off” mode by pressing the “esc o...

  • Page 467

    “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in “un- derstanding your instrument panel” for further informa- tion. To turn esc on again, momentarily press the “esc off” switch. Note: the ⬙esc off⬙ message will display and the audible chime will sound when the shift lever is moved into the park pos...

  • Page 468

    Trailer sway control (tsc) tsc uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces- sively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate actions to attempt to stop the sway. The system may reduce engine power and apply the brake of the appro- priate wheel(s) to counteract the sway of the trailer. Tsc ...

  • Page 469

    Speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. The “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” (lo- cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the esc system becomes act...

  • Page 470

    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 471

    Compact spare tires have the letter “t” or “s” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- ample: t145/80d18 103m. • high flotation tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 r15 lt. Tire sizing chart...

  • Page 472

    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 473

    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 474

    Tire terminology and definitions term definition b-pillar the vehicle b-pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or ...

  • Page 475

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire and loading information placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side b-pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Tire and loading information placard this placard tells you important information about the: ...

  • Page 476

    Loading the vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the tire and loading informati...

  • Page 477

    Amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs [295 kg]). 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calcula...

  • Page 478

    476 starting and operating.

  • Page 479

    Warning! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. Tires — general information tire pressure proper tire inflation pressur...

  • Page 480

    Warning! (continued) • unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. Economy improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear pat- terns...

  • Page 481

    Caution! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure.” cold tire infl...

  • Page 482

    Tire pressures for high speed operation the manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important. Increased tire pressure and ...

  • Page 483

    The tire sidewall. Use all season tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Summer or three season tires – if equipped summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice. S...

  • Page 484

    Compact spare tire – if equipped the compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on the tire and loading information placard located on the driver’s side door opening or on the sidewall ...

  • Page 485

    To the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Limited-use spare – if equipped the limited-use ...

  • Page 486

    Refer to “freeing a stuck vehicle” in “what to do in emergencies” for further information. Warning! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels fast...

  • Page 487

    Life of tire the service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • driving style • tire pressure • distance driven • performance tires, tires with a speed rating of v or higher, and summer tires, typically have a reduced tread life. Rotation of these tires per...

  • Page 488

    The load index and speed symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall. See the tire sizing chart example found in the tire safety information section of this manual for more information relating to the load index and speed symbol of a tire. It is recommended to replace ...

  • Page 489

    Warning! (continued) • failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control. Caution! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read- ings. Tire rotation reco...

  • Page 490

    The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross” shown in the following diagram. Tire pressure monitor system (tpms) note: for vehicles equipped with run flat tires — when the tpms indicates a tire pressure of 14 psi (96 kpa) or lower, always check tire pressure and replace the tire at the first...

  • Page 491

    Cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three-hour period. Refer to “tires – general informa- tion” in “starting and operating” for information on how to properly in...

  • Page 492

    Caution! • the tpms has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. Tpms pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equip- ment that is not of the same size, type, and/or ...

  • Page 493

    • seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, and the tpms will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire. Premium system – if equipped the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) uses wireless technology with wheel rim-mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, ...

  • Page 494

    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 pres...

  • Page 495

    Note: your system can be set to display pressure units in psi, kpa, or bar. 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 ⬙service tpm s...

  • Page 496

    ⬙service tpm system⬙ message is then followed by a graphic display, with pressure values still shown. This indicates the pressure values are still being received from the tpm sensors but they may not be located in the correct vehicle position. However, the system still needs to be serviced as long a...

  • Page 497

    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 498

    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 gasolines...

  • Page 499

    E-85 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 e-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: • ...

  • Page 500

    Materials added to fuel all gasoline sold in the united states is required to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and they would result in additional cost. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the f...

  • Page 501

    Carbon monoxide warnings warning! Carbon monoxide (co) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such...

  • Page 502

    1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under the headlamp switch). 2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler cap. Fuel filler door release switch fuel filler cap 500 starting and operating.

  • Page 503

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

  • Page 504

    • tighten the gas cap about one-quarter turn until you hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is properly tightened. • if the gas cap is not tighten properly, the mil will come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled. Emergency fuel filler door release if ...

  • Page 505

    Will display in the evic telltale display area. Refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in “un- derstanding your instrument panel” for further informa- tion. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the select button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the messag...

  • Page 506

    Each axle gawr is determined by the components in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension components sometimes specified by purchasers for in- creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi- cle’s gvwr. Tire size the ...

  • Page 507

    Front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified gvwr. If so, weight must be shifted from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the specified weight limitations are met. Store the heavier items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally....

  • Page 508

    Exceed the gvwr. Refer to “vehicle loading/vehicle certification label” in “starting and operating” for further information. Gross trailer weight (gtw) the gtw is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- porary) loaded in or on the trailer ...

  • Page 509

    Tongue weight (tw) the tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be more than 10% of the trailer load. You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle. Frontal area the frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the max...

  • Page 510

    Warning! • an improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in a collision. • weight distributing systems may not be compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable recr...

  • Page 511

    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) 6.4l automatic...

  • Page 512

    Severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions. Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your trailer hitch. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the re...

  • Page 513

    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, duri...

  • Page 514

    Warning! (continued) • when hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause a loss of control, poor performance or dam- age to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, chassis structure or tires. • safety chains must always be used b...

  • Page 515

    • an electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required. • trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over...

  • Page 516

    – check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures before trailer usage. – check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer. Refer to “tires – general information” in “starting and operating” for proper inspection procedure. – when replacing tires, refer to “tir...

  • Page 517

    If you regularly tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation, then change the trans- mission fluid and filter as specified for ⬙police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. ⬙ refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Autostick® • when using the ...

  • Page 518

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

  • Page 519: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . .518 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . .518 䡵 jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . .519 ▫ run flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .520 ▫ jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 520

    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 direc- tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency...

  • Page 521

    • you can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. Caution! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage ...

  • Page 522

    Warning! (continued) • being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be ra...

  • Page 523

    Jack location the scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located in rear cargo area, below the load floor. Spare tire stowage the spare tire is stowed under the load floor in the rear cargo area and is secured to the body with a special wing nut. Preparations for jacking 1. Park the vehicle o...

  • Page 524

    4. Place the shift lever into park. 5. Turn the ignition off. 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. Note: passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is bei...

  • Page 525

    Warning! (continued) • do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift.” • only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lift...

  • Page 526

    3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools. Caution! Do not attempt to raise vehicle by jacking on loca- tions other than those indicated in the jacking instructions for this vehicle. Jack and tool assembly jacking locations 524 what to do in emergencies.

  • Page 527

    4. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged. Lift point symbol on sill molding front jacking location 6 what to do in em...

  • Page 528

    5. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding). Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged. 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clo...

  • Page 529

    Warning! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 7. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 8. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install the lug nuts with ...

  • Page 530

    9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice. ...

  • Page 531

    Warning! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately. Road tire installation 1. Mount the road tire ...

  • Page 532

    Jump-starting if your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully. Note:...

  • Page 533

    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 534

    3. Remove the protective cover over the remote posi- tive (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove it. 4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is off. Warning! Do not allow ve...

  • Page 535

    3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with the discharged battery. Warning! Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of ...

  • Page 536

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

  • Page 537

    Caution! Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en- gine to idle with the transmission in neutral for at least one minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure d...

  • Page 538

    Emergency tow hooks — if equipped if your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the vehicle. The rear hook will be located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Note: for off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the front tow hook...

  • Page 539

    4. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the shift lever override access cover (located on the bot- tom of the cupholder). 5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 6. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole, and push and hold the override release lever ...

  • Page 541: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 6.4l . . . . . . . . . .541 䡵 onboard diagnostic system (obd ii) . . .542 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . .542 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . .543 䡵 replacement parts . . . . . . ....

  • Page 542

    ▫ transfer case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .568 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .569 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .571 䡵 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576 ▫ total...

  • Page 543

    Engine compartment — 6.4l 1 — totally integrated power module (fuses) 6 — air cleaner filter 2 — engine oil dipstick 7 — power steering fluid reservoir 3 — engine oil fill 8 — coolant pressure cap (radiator) 4 — brake fluid reservoir 9 — engine coolant reservoir 5 — washer fluid reservoir 7 maintain...

  • Page 544

    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 545

    “understanding your instrument panel” for further in- formation. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the select button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap...

  • Page 546

    4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen: • the mil will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s obd ii system is not ready and you should not proceed to the i/m ...

  • Page 547

    Available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these service manuals before attempting any procedure yourself. Note: intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Warning! Y...

  • Page 548

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

  • Page 549

    Caution! • overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. • operating the engine with the oil levels below the safe zone, or operating with oil levels that exceed the top of the safe zone may cause engine damage. Change engine oil the oil ...

  • Page 550

    American petroleum institute (api) engine oil identification symbol this symbol means that the oil has been certified by the american petroleum institute (api). The manufacturer only recommends api certified engine oils. Caution! Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can da...

  • Page 551

    Engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives. 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, ca...

  • Page 552

    Engine air cleaner filter selection the quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. Mopar® engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom- mended. Maintenance-free battery your v...

  • Page 553

    Warning! (continued) • 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. Yo...

  • Page 554

    Caution! Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- tioning components. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Warning! • use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air co...

  • Page 555

    A/c air filter refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Warning! Do not remove the a/c air filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result. The a/c air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box. Perform the following procedure t...

  • Page 556

    6. Install the a/c air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover. Caution! The a/c air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to properly i...

  • Page 557

    Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact...

  • Page 558

    3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder. 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press the wiper blade until it snaps into place. 5. Lower the wiper blade an...

  • Page 559

    Clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance. To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers. Warning! Co...

  • Page 560

    Warning! • exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (co), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing co, refer to “safety tips/exhaust gas” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” for further...

  • Page 561

    Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage. Note: intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in c...

  • Page 562

    Cooling system warning! • when working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect 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 engin...

  • Page 563

    If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery bottle. Do not remove the coolant pressure cap when the cooling system is hot. Cooling system – drain, flush, and refill if the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a considera...

  • Page 564

    Caution! (continued) • do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator. • this vehicle has not been designed for use with...

  • Page 565

    Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated. Note: mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recommended and can result in cooling system dama...

  • Page 566

    Rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately. ...

  • Page 567

    • check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion bottle must also be protected against freezing. • if frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are required, the cooling ...

  • Page 568

    Warning! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency...

  • Page 569

    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 570

    The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 n·m). Caution! Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage them and cause them to leak. Rear axle fluid level check the rear axle oil level needs to be between 1/8 in (3 mm) below the bottom of the fill hole an...

  • Page 571

    Adding fluid add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole, when the vehicle is in a level position. Drain first remove fill plug, then remove drain plug. Recom- mended tightening torque for drain and fill plugs is 15 to 25 ft lbs (20 to 34 n·m). Caution! When installing plugs, do not ...

  • Page 572

    Caution! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintaining your vehicle” for fluid speci- fications. Special additives th...

  • Page 573

    With an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis- sion damage. Caution! • if a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your au- thorized dealer immediately. Severe transmission damage may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately. Fluid and filter ch...

  • Page 574

    What causes corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. The most common causes are: • road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. • stone and gravel impact. • insects, tree sap and tar. • salt in the air near seacoast localities. ...

  • Page 575

    Special care • if you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month. • it is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and open. • if you detect any stone chips or scratches...

  • Page 576

    Caution! Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These products may damage the wheel’s protective finish. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro- tective finish. Only mopar® whee...

  • Page 577

    Can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and mopar® total clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, c...

  • Page 578

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

  • Page 579

    Cavity car- tridge fuse mini fuse description j01 40 amp green air suspension j02 30 amp pink power liftgate module j03 30 amp pink trailer tow j04 25 amp natural driver door node j05 25 amp natural passenger door node j06 40 amp green antilock brakes pump/stability control system cavity car- tridge...

  • Page 580

    Cavity car- tridge fuse mini fuse description j13 60 amp yellow main ignition off draw (iod) j14 20 amp blue trailer tow lamps/ park lamps j15 40 amp green front cabin fan/ blower j17 40 amp green starter motor solenoid j18 20 amp blue powertrain control module/powertrain control module/ transmissio...

  • Page 581

    Cavity car- tridge fuse mini fuse description m3 20 amp yellow liftgate/headrest m5 25 amp natural 115v ac power inverter m6 20 amp yellow cigar lighter m7 20 amp yellow power outlet #2 (switchable) m8 20 amp yellow front heated seat & steering wheel m9 20 amp yellow rear heated seats cavity car- tr...

  • Page 582

    Cavity car- tridge fuse mini fuse description m15 20 amp yellow power seat module(s)/adaptive cruise control/ audio telematics/ daytime running lights relay/air suspension module/ instrument cluster m16 10 amp red occupant restraint controller m18 15 amp blue stop lamp m19 25 amp natural automatic s...

  • Page 583

    Cavity car- tridge fuse mini fuse description m26 10 amp red driver door switch bank m27 10 amp red ignition switch/ wireless control module/keyless entry module m28 15 amp blue powertrain controller/ transmission controller m29 10 amp red tire pressure monitor – if equipped cavity car- tridge fuse ...

  • Page 584

    Cavity car- tridge fuse mini fuse description m35 15 amp blue left rear parklamps m36 20 amp yellow power outlet m37 10 amp red antilock brakes/ stability control system module m38 25 amp natural all door lock & unlock caution! • when installing the totally integrated power mod- ule cover, it is imp...

  • Page 585

    Vehicle storage if you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. You may: • remove fuse #j13 in the totally integrated power module (tipm) labeled main ignition-off draw (iod). • or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery. • an...

  • Page 586

    Exterior bulbs bulb number headlamps (low beam) h11 headlamps (high beam) 9005 headlamps (low beam) – high intensity discharge (hid) d1s (serviced at authorized dealer) daytime running lamp (drl) 3157k front fog lamps psx24w front side marker 194 front park/turn lamp 7444na aux aperature backup lamp...

  • Page 587

    This, you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service. Warning! A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of high intensity discharge (hid) headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned on. It may ca...

  • Page 588

    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 lamps 1. Reach through the cutout in the splash shield and disconnect the wiring harness from th...

  • Page 589

    6. Firmly and evenly push the bulb straight into the lamp housing until both tabs snap firmly into place and are fully engaged. 7. Connect the wiring harness to the front fog lamp connector. Rear tail, stop, turn signal, and backup lamps 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two push-pins from the ta...

  • Page 590

    Rear liftgate mounted tail lamp 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Use a fiber stick or flat blade screw driver to pry the lower trim from the liftgate. 3. Once lower trim is loose, close the liftgate. 4. Open the flipper glass. 5. Pull up glass seal at bottom of window opening. 6. Remove small trim panel ar...

  • Page 591

    Center high-mounted stop lamp (chmsl) the center high-mounted stop lamp is an led assembly. See your authorized dealer for replacement. Rear license lamp 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the license lamp lens. 2. Pull bulb from socket. 3. Replace bulb. 4...

  • Page 592

    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 25 gallons 94 liters engine oil with filter 6.4 liter engine (sae 0w-40, synthetic api certified) 7 quarts 6.6 liters cooling system* 6.4 liter engine (mopar® antifreeze/engine coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula or equivalent) 16 quarts 15.5 liters *...

  • Page 593

    Fluids, lubricants and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant or genuine part engine coolant we recommend you use mopar® antifreeze/coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula oat (organic additive technology). Engine oil for best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating con...

  • Page 594

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant or genuine part automatic transmission we recommend you use mopar® atf+4® automatic transmission fluid. Transfer case we recommend you use mopar® atf+4® automatic transmission fluid. Front axle we recommend you use mopar 威 gl-5 synthetic axle lubricant sae 75w-85. ...

  • Page 595: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . .594 ▫ required maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . . .595 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 596

    Maintenance schedule the scheduled maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main- tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating condition...

  • Page 597

    By referring to the steps described under “electronic vehicle information center (evic)/oil change re- quired” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further information. At each stop for fuel • check the engine oil level. Refer to “maintenance procedures/engine oil” in “maintaining your vehic...

  • Page 598

    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 service center 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine ...

  • Page 599

    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 service center 24,000 miles (40,000 km) or 24 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engin...

  • Page 600

    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 601

    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 602

    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 603

    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 604

    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 condi- tions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ inspect the brake linings; replace if ne...

  • Page 605

    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. ❏ replace the spark plugs. ❏ inspect the bra...

  • Page 606

    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 condi- tions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ inspect the brake linings; replace if ...

  • Page 607

    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. ❏ flush and replac...

  • Page 608

    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 condi- tions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. ❏ inspect the brake linings; replace if ...

  • Page 609

    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 610

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

  • Page 611: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .611 ▫ prepare for the appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .611 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .611 ▫ be reasonable with requests . . . . ....

  • Page 612

    䡵 department of transportation uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . .617 ▫ treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .617 ▫ traction grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .618 ▫ temperature grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .618 610 if you need consum...

  • Page 613

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

  • Page 614

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

  • Page 615

    In mexico contact: av. Prolongacion paseo de la reforma, 1240 sante fe c.P. 05109 mexico, d. F. In mexico city: 5081-7568 outside mexico city: 1-800-505-1300 customer assistance for the hearing or speech impaired (tdd/tty) to assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has insta...

  • Page 616

    The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a ser- vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract, and you req...

  • Page 617

    Mopar® parts mopar® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle operating at its best. Reporting safety defects in the 50 united states and washington, d.C. If you believe that your vehi...

  • Page 618

    Publication order forms to order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, master- card, american express, and discover orders are accepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. Note: a street address is required when...

  • Page 619

    Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (u.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (canada) or visit us on the worldwide web at: • www.Techauthority.Com department of transportation uniform tire quality grades the following tire grading categories were established by the national highway traffic safety administration. The...

  • Page 620

    Traction grades the traction grades, from highest to lowest, are aa, a, b, and c. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked c may have poor traction performan...

  • Page 621: Index

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  • Page 622

    Adaptive cruise control (acc) (cruise control) . . .216 adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .562 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .499 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .498 airbag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 623

    Fluid type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .569 special additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .570 autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449 auxiliary electrical outlet (power outlet) . . . . . . . .275 auxiliary power outlet . . ....

  • Page 624

    Cargo light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286 cargo tie-downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289 car washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .572 cellular phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .419 center high mo...

  • Page 625

    Points to remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .564 pressure cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .563 radiator cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .563 selection of coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .561 corrosion protection . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 626

    Tow hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .536 emission control system maintenance . . . . . . . . . .543 engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541 air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549 break-in recommendations . . ...

  • Page 627

    Turn signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 flipper glass, liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 flooded engine starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .437 fluid capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .590 fluid leaks . . . . ...

  • Page 628

    Garage door opener (homelink®) . . . . . . . . . . . .258 gas cap (fuel filler cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .499 gasoline, clean air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .496 gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495 conserving . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 629

    Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ignition key removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 illuminated entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 immobilize...

  • Page 630

    Life of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .485 liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 liftgate flipper glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 liftgate window wiper/washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 light bulbs. . ...

  • Page 631

    Side marker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .587 smartbeams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196 tire pressure monitoring (tpms) . . . . . . . . . . . .304 tow/haul indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303 traction control . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 632

    Monitor, tire pressure system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .488 mopar parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .544 mtbe/etbe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .496 multi-function control lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .194 new vehicle break-in period...

  • Page 633

    Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .571 panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 parking brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .456 park sense system, rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .244 passing light...

  • Page 634

    Rear window features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 rear wiper/washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 reclining front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176 recorder, event data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 recreational towing . . . ...

  • Page 635

    Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 front seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 reminder . . . . . ....

  • Page 636

    Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .433 cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .437 engine fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .437 remote . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 637

    High speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .480 inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .478 life of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .485 load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .473 pressure monitor system (tp...

  • Page 638

    Transfer case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .568 maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .568 transmission automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .439 maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .569 shifting . ...

  • Page 639

    Washers, windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204 washing vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .572 water driving through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .453 wheel and wheel trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573 wheel and wheel trim ca...

  • Page 640

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

  • Page 641

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