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Jeep 2014 Grand Cherokee SRT8 Owner's Manual

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 3 understanding the featu...

  • Page 5: Introduction

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

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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 is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and perform tasks t...

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    This owner’s manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by warranty information, and various customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read these publications ...

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    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 universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two million a...

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    1 introduction 7.

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    Warnings and cautions this owners manual contains warnings against oper- ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains cautions against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire owners manual, you may miss important ...

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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 1 introduct...

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    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ keyless ignition node (kin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 ▫ ignition or accessory on message . . . . . . . . . .16 䡵 sentr...

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    ▫ using the panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ programming additional transmitters. . . . . . . .26 ▫ transmitter battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . .26 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 䡵 remote starting system — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    ▫ supplemental active head restraints (ahr) . . .60 ▫ enhanced seat belt use reminder system (beltalert®) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 ▫ seat belt lock out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 ▫ seat belts and pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . .65 ▫ seat belt extend...

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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 keyless ignition node (kin). Keyless enter-n-go™ feature this vehicle is equipped with the keyless enter-n-go™ feature, (refer to ⬙keyless enter-n-g...

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    Key fob the key fob also contains the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the key fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the key fob go dead. The emergency key is also for locking the glove bo...

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    Note: you can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up. Ignition or accessory on message opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in acc or on (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind you to cycle the ignition to off. In addition to the chime,...

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

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    The system uses a key fob with a factory-mated remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter, a keyless ignition node (kin) and a rf receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobs that are pro- grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system wil...

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    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 any other vehicle. Caution! • always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock all doors when le...

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    Vehicle security alarm — if equipped this vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors, liftgate, and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the alarm is activated, the interior switches for door locks, and power liftgate are disabled. The vehicle secu- rity alarm provides both audio and vis...

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    2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle: • press lock on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door open. • press the lock button on the exterior passive entry door handle with a valid key fob available in the same exterior zone (refer to ⬙keyless e...

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    The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- ously described arming sequences has occurred, the vehicle security alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not...

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    Note: • the front courtesy overhead console and door cour- tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the “dome on” position (extreme top position). • the illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “dome defeat” position (extreme bottom position). Remote keyl...

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    To unlock the doors and liftgate press and release the unlock button on the rke transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn ...

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    To lock the doors and liftgate press and release the lock button on the rke transmit- ter to lock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. If the vehicle is equipped with passive entry, refer to “keyless enter-n-go™” under “things t...

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    Programming additional transmitters programming key fobs or rke transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. Transmitter battery replacement the recommended replacement battery is one cr2032 battery. Note: • perchlorate material — special handling may apply. See www.Dtsc.Ca.Gov/hazardouswa...

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    3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar, then 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 b...

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    Remote starting system — if equipped this system uses the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter to start the engine conve- niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security. The system has a range of approximately 300 ft (91 m). Note: • the vehicle must be equipped with an automatic...

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

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    Note: • if your power door locks were unlocked, remote start will automatically lock the doors. • if an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds. • the park lamps will turn on and remain on during remote start mode. • for security, power w...

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    Note: • the message “push start button” will display in the evic until you push the start button. • “remote start active — push start button” will dis- play in the evic until you press the start button. Refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” for further information. Remote start com...

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    Warning! • for personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. (continued) warning! (continued) • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. Unsu- pervis...

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    Power door locks the power door lock switch is located on each front door panel. Press the switch to lock or unlock the doors. If the lock knob is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key fob is not inside the vehicle before closing the door. If you press the do...

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    3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. 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 functi...

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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 “uconnect®” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further information. To...

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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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    To lock the liftgate with a valid passive entry rke transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the passive entry lock button located to the right of electronic liftgate handle. Note: the liftgate passive entry lock button will only lock the liftgate, the liftgate unlock feature is built ...

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    Do not grab the door handle, when pressing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). 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 ...

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    Windows power windows the power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door and rear doors which operate the front passenger and rear passenger door windows. The win- dow controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in t...

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    Warning! Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows. Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and do not leave a vehicle equipped with keyless enter-n-go™ in the acc or on/run mode. Occupants, particu- larly unattended children, can become e...

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    To stop the window from going all the way up during the auto up operation, push down on the switch briefly. To close the window part way, lift the window switch to the first detent and release when you want the window to stop. Note: if the window runs into any obstacle during auto up it will reverse...

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    Resetting the auto up feature should the auto up feature stop working, the window probably needs to be reset. To reset auto up: 1. Pull the window switch up to close the window completely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed. 2. Push the window ...

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    Open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, then open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sun- roof opening to minimize t...

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    Warning! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. Power liftgate — if equipped the power liftgate may be opened by pressing the electroni...

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    When the liftgate button on the rke transmitter is pressed two times, the turn signals will flash twice to signal that the liftgate is opening or closing (if flash lamps with lock is enabled in the evic) and the liftgate chime will be audible. For further information, refer to ⬙uconnect®⬙ in ⬙unders...

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    • if anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically reverse to the closed or open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance. • there are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the liftgate. Light pressure anywhere along these strips ...

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    Warning! • driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. • if you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are c...

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    • all seat belt systems (except the driver’s and second row center) include automatic locking retractors (alrs), which lock the seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt all the way out and then adjust- ing the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in...

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    Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly (see section on child restraints) should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly b...

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    Warning! • relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags. • being too close to the steeri...

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

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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 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The ...

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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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    Automatic locking retractor mode (alr) — if equipped in this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is avail- able on all passenger-seating positions with a combina- tion lap/shoulder belt...

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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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    And rear passengers sitting next to a window. The sabic air bags, are located above the side windows and their covers are also labeled: srs airbag. This vehicle is equipped with supplemental seat- mounted side air bags (sab) to provide enhanced protection for an occupant during a side impact. The su...

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    • front and side impact sensors • front seat belt pretensioners, seat belt buckle switch, and seat track position sensors 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 ...

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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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    Along with seat belts and pretensioners, advanced front air bags work with the knee bolsters to provide im- proved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side air bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. The supplemental driver side knee air bag provides enhanced protec...

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    And angle offset collisions. On the other hand, depending on the type and location of impact, advanced front air bags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration. The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions. Side air bag depl...

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    Warning! Ignoring the air bag warning light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have ...

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    Based on the severity and type of collision, the side air bag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas. The inflating sab exits through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door. The sab fully inflate in about 10 milliseco...

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    Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed. Note: in a rollover the pretensioners and/or sab and sabic air bags, and driver/passenger knee air bags may deploy on both sides of the vehicle...

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    If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any or all of the following may occur: • the nylon air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the air bags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or thos...

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    Maintaining your air bag system warning! • modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the s...

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    Air bag warning light you will want to have the air bags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. The air bag warning light monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components. While the air bag system is designed to be maintenan...

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    Time, typically 30 seconds or less. The edr in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: • how various systems in your vehicle were operating; • whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or b...

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    There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat owner’s manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your child. Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a la...

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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 re- straint either an infant carrie...

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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 anchor / top tether locations lower anchorage symbol 2 anchorages per seating position top tether anchorage symbol 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 89.

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    Child restraint latch positions what is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child re- straint) for using the latch an- chorage 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 (...

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    Can two child restraints be at- tached 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...

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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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    4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- ing position. 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- tio...

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

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    Lap/shoulder belt systems for installing child restraints in this vehicle alr / anchor locations 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 99.

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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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    2. To access the top tether strap anchorages behind the rear seat, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchor- ages. Pulling down the carpet floor panel to access top tether strap top tether strap anchorage (located on seatback) 104 things to ...

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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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    The engine oil is a high performance synthetic lubricant, the transmission fluid and axle lubricant installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be consistent with antici- pated climate and conditions under which vehicle opera- tions will o...

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

  • Page 111

    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 112

    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 113

    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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . .122 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 ▫ o...

  • Page 116

    䡵 seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 ▫ power seats — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 ▫ passenger’s power seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 ▫ power lumbar — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .140 ▫ manual front seats forward/rearward adjustment . ....

  • Page 117

    ▫ automatic high beam — if equipped . . . . . .164 ▫ daytime running lights — if equipped . . . . .165 ▫ automatic headlight leveling — hid headlights only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166 ▫ headlight delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166 ▫ parking lights and panel light...

  • Page 118

    䡵 power tilt/telescoping steering column — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178 䡵 heated steering wheel with uconnect® 5.0 if equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179 䡵 heated steering wheel with uconnect® 8.4/8.4a . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180 䡵 el...

  • Page 119

    ▫ display warnings and maintenance . . . . . . . .199 ▫ precautions while driving with acc . . . . . . .203 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207 ▫ normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode . . .207 䡵 forward collision warning (fcw) with mitigation — if equipped . . . . . . ....

  • Page 120

    䡵 parkview® rear back up camera — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 ▫ turning parkview® on or off — with uconnect® 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 ▫ turning parkview® on or off — with uconnect® 8.4/8.4a. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2...

  • Page 121

    ▫ wind buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .249 ▫ sunroof maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .249 ▫ ignition off operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250 䡵 commandview® sunroof with power shade — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250 ▫ opening sunroof ...

  • Page 122

    䡵 cargo area features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .265 ▫ rechargeable flashlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .265 ▫ cargo storage bins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .266 ▫ retractable cargo area cover — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .268 ▫ rear cargo t...

  • Page 123

    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 124

    Automatic dimming mirror — if equipped 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 b...

  • Page 125

    Warning! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or...

  • Page 126

    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 127

    Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional memory seat feature. Refer to “driver memory seat” in “understanding the features of your vehicle” for further information. Outside automatic dimming mirrors — if equipped the drivers outside mirror will automatically adjust for gl...

  • Page 128

    Note: the tilt mirrors in reverse feature is not enabled when delivered from the factory. The tilt mirrors in reverse feature can be enabled or disabled in the uconnect® system screen. Refer to “customer- program- mable features — uconnect® access 8.4 settings ” in “understanding your instrument pan...

  • Page 129

    Sun visor “slide-on-rod” feature — if equipped the sun visor “slide-on-rod” feature allows for addi- tional flexibility in positioning the sun visor to block out the sun. 1. Fold down the sun visor. 2. Unclip the visor from the center clip. 3. Pull the sun visor toward the inside rearview mirror to ...

  • Page 130

    The bsm detection zone covers approximately one lane on both sides of the vehicle (11 ft or 3.35 m). The zone starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- proximately 20 ft (6 m) to the rear of the vehicle. The bsm system monitors the detection zones on both sides of the vehicle when the v...

  • Page 131

    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 132

    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 133

    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 134

    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 135

    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 136

    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 137

    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 138

    Blind spot alert off when the bsm system is turned off there will be no visual or audible alerts from either the bsm or rcp systems. Note: the bsm system will store the current operating mode when the vehicle is shut off. Each time the vehicle is started the previously stored mode will be recalled a...

  • Page 139

    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 140

    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 141

    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 142

    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 143

    Manual front seats forward/rearward adjustment some models may be equipped with manual front driver or passenger seats. The seats can be adjusted forward or rearward by using a bar located by the front of the seat cushion, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located under t...

  • Page 144

    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 145

    Heated seats — if equipped on some models, the front and rear seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks. 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...

  • Page 146

    Vehicles equipped with remote start on models that are equipped with remote start, the driv- er’s heated seat and heated steering wheel can be pro- grammed to come on during a remote start. Refer to “remote starting system — if equipped” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” for further i...

  • Page 147

    Front heated seats with uconnect® 8.4/8.4a — if equipped there are two heated seat soft-keys that allow the driver and passenger to operate the seats independently. The controls for each heater are located in the uconnect® system screen. Press the “controls” soft-key located on the bottom of the uco...

  • Page 148

    Rear heated seats on some models, the two outboard seats are equipped with heated seats. There are two heated seat switches that allow the rear passengers to operate the seats indepen- dently. The heated seat switches for each heater are located on the rear of the center console. You can choose from...

  • Page 149

    Front ventilated seats with uconnect® 8.4/8.4a — if equipped on some models, both the driver and passenger seats are ventilated. Located in the seat cushion and seatback are small fans that draw the air from the passenger compart- ment and pull air through fine perforations in the seat cover to help...

  • Page 150

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

  • Page 151

    To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. For comfort the active head restraints can be tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head restrain...

  • Page 152

    Note: • the head restraints should only be removed by quali- fied technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- rized dealer. • in the event of deployment of an active head re- straint, refer to “occupant restraints/resetting active head re...

  • Page 153

    Warning! (continued) • active head restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo. To avoid accidental deployment of the ac- tive head restraint ensure that all cargo is secured, as loose cargo could contact the active head re- straint during sudden st...

  • Page 154

    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 the outboard head re- straints are in their upright positions when the seat is to be occupied. Note: for proper routing of a child seat tether refer to ...

  • Page 155

    Note: • do not fold the 60% rear seat down with the left outboard or rear center seat belt buckled. • do not fold the 40% rear seat down with the right outboard seat belt buckled. 2. Fold the rear seat completely forward. To raise rear seat raise the rear seatback and lock it into place. If interfer...

  • Page 156

    Reclining rear seat to recline the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release the lever at the desired position. To return the seatback, lift the lever, lean forward and release the lever. Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoul...

  • Page 157

    Note: your vehicle is equipped with two rke trans- mitters. One rke transmitter can be linked to memory position 1 and the other transmitter can be linked to memory position 2. The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: • the (s) button, ...

  • Page 158

    Programming the memory feature note: to create a new memory profile, perform the following: vehicles equipped with keyless enter-n-go 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the engine start/stop button and cycle the ignition to the on/run position (do not start the engine). 2. Adjust all memory p...

  • Page 159

    Note: • memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in park, but the vehicle must be in park to recall a memory profile. • the recall memory with remote linked to memory feature can be enabled through the uconnect® system screen. Refer to “customer- programmable features — uconnect® access 8.4 se...

  • Page 160

    3. Once the profile has been recalled, press and release the set (s) button on the memory switch, then press and release button (1) or (2) accordingly. “memory profile set” (1 or 2) will display in the instrument cluster on vehicles equipped with the evic. 4. Press and release the lock button on the...

  • Page 161

    A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory buttons during a recall (s, 1, or 2). When a recall is cancelled, the driver’s seat, driver’s mirror and the steering column stop moving. A delay of one second will occur before another recall can be selected. Easy entry/exit seat this feature ...

  • Page 162

    • the easy entry/easy exit feature is disabled when the driver seat position is less than 0.9 in (22.7 mm) forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no benefit to the driver by moving the seat for easy exit or easy entry. Each stored memory setting will have an associated easy entry and e...

  • Page 163

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

  • Page 164

    Lights headlight switch the headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The head- light switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, cargo lights and fog lights (if equipped). To turn on the headlights...

  • Page 165

    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 166

    Available in the in the uconnect® system screen. Refer to “customer- programmable features — uconnect® ac- cess 8.4 settings ” 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 a...

  • Page 167

    To activate 1. Enable the automatic high beams through the uconnect® system screen. Refer to “customer- pro- grammable features — uconnect® access 8.4 settings ” in “understanding your instrument panel” for fur- ther information. 2. Turn the headlight switch to the auto headlight position. 3. Push t...

  • Page 168

    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 169

    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 illu- minate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when the headlight ...

  • Page 170

    Supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom- eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control 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,...

  • Page 171

    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 172

    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 173

    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 174

    Lane change assist tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. Flash-to-pass you can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-...

  • Page 175

    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 176

    Note: if the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled. Windshield washer operation to use the washer, push on the end of the lever (toward the steering wheel) and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will t...

  • Page 177

    If the end of the lever is pushed while the wipers are in the off position, the wipers will operate for several wipe cycles, then turn off. Warning! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing ...

  • Page 178

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

  • Page 179

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

  • Page 180

    To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering column in posi...

  • Page 181

    To tilt the steering column, move the lever up or down as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the lever toward you or push the lever away from you as desired. Note: for vehicles equipped with driver memory seat, you can use your remote keyless entry (rke) transmit- ter or the m...

  • Page 182

    Press the switch to turn on the heated steering wheel. The light on the switch will illuminate to indicate the steering wheel heater is on. Pressing the switch a second time will turn off the heated steering wheel and light indicator. Note: the engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to...

  • Page 183

    Approximately 30 to 95 minutes before automatically shut- ting off. The heated steering wheel can shut off early or may not turn on when the steering wheel is already warm. The heated steering wheel soft—key is located in the radio screen that will activate the heated steering wheel. Press the soft—...

  • Page 184

    Electronic speed control — if equipped when engaged, the electronic speed control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 20 mph (32 km/h). The electronic speed control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. Electronic speed control buttons 1 — on/off 2 — set+/...

  • Page 185

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

  • Page 186

    To deactivate a soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the cancel button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the 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 resu...

  • Page 187

    While the normal (fixed speed) cruise control is set, the set speed can be decreased by pressing and holding the set - button. If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to decrease in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments until the button is released. The decrease in set speed is reflec...

  • Page 188

    Acc will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant need to reset your cruise control. Acc utilizes a radar sensor and a forward facing camera designed to detect a vehicle directly ahead of you. Note: • if the sensor does not detect a vehicl...

  • Page 189

    Warning! (continued) • cannot take street, traffic, and weather condi- tions into account, and may be limited upon adverse sight distance conditions. • does not always fully recognize complex driving conditions, which can result in wrong or missing distance warnings. • can only apply a maximum of 40...

  • Page 190

    The cruise control system has two control modes: • adaptive cruise control mode for maintaining an appropriate distance between vehicles. • normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode for cruising at a constant preset speed. For additional information, refer to “normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode...

  • Page 191

    Note: any chassis/suspension or tire size modifica- tions to the vehicle 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 20 mph (32 km/h). When the system is turned on and in the ready state,...

  • Page 192

    To activate push and release the adaptive cruise control (acc) on/off button. The acc menu in the evic displays “acc ready.” to turn the system off, push and release the adaptive cruise control (acc) on/off button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the evic will display “adaptive crui...

  • Page 193

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

  • Page 194

    • the electronic stability control/traction control sys- tem (esc/tcs) activates. • the vehicle parking brake is applied. 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 clear the set speed in memory if: • you push t...

  • Page 195

    To vary the speed setting while acc is set, you can increase the set speed by pressing the set + button. Pressing the set + button once will result in a 1 mph (1 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1 km/h). If the set + button is continuall...

  • Page 196

    • 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 occur while climbing uphill or descending down- hill. This is normal operation and necessary to main- tain set speed. When driving up hil...

  • Page 197

    Distance setting 3 bars (long) distance setting 2 bars (medium) 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 195.

  • Page 198

    To increase the distance setting, press the distance set- ting —increase button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting increases by one bar (longer). To decrease the distance setting, press the distance setting —decrease button and release. Each time the button is pressed...

  • Page 199

    • the vehicle ahead slows to a speed below 15 mph (24 km/h) and the system automatically disengages itself. • the distance setting is changed. • the system disengages. (refer to the information on acc activation). The maximum braking applied by acc is limited; how- ever, the driver can always apply ...

  • Page 200

    Overtake aid the acc systems provides overtake aid to assist in passing on the left hand side only. When driving with acc engaged and following a target vehicle, the system will provide an additional acceleration based on your current speed. The acceleration is triggered by indicating a left turn si...

  • Page 201

    • 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 “wipe front radar sensor in front of vehicle” warning the “acc / fcw unavailable wipe front radar sensor”...

  • Page 202

    If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the vehicle behind the lower grille. To keep the acc system operating properly, it is impor- tant to note the following maintenan...

  • Page 203

    “clean front windshield” warning the “acc / fcw limited functionality clean front windshield” warning will display and also a chime will indicate when conditions temporarily limit system per- formance. This most often occurs at times of poor visibil- ity, such as in snow or heavy rain and fog. The a...

  • Page 204

    Removing acc sensor for off-roading note: when off-roading, it may be advisable to remove the acc sensor. The sensor is located behind the front lower grille in the center of the vehicle. After removing the lower fascia, you may remove the lower sensor and bracket assembly. To remove the sensor foll...

  • Page 205

    Service acc/fcw warning if the system turns off, and the evic displays “acc/ fcw unavailable service required”or “cruise/fcw unavailable service required”, there may be an internal system fault or a temporary malfunction that limits acc functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under nor...

  • Page 206

    Turns and bends when driving on a curve with acc engaged, the system may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for stability reasons, with no target vehicle detected. Once the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume your original set speed. This is a part of normal acc system functi...

  • Page 207

    Lane changing acc may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, acc has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the acc system to take action. Acc may not detect a vehic...

  • Page 208

    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 may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead. Stationary objects and vehicles acc does not react to stationary objects and ...

  • Page 209

    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 210

    Speed. Once a speed has been set a message cruise control set to mph/km will appear indicating what speed was set. An indicator cruise will also appear and stay on in the instrument cluster when the speed is set. To vary the speed setting when the normal (fixed speed) cruise control is set, you can ...

  • Page 211

    To cancel the following conditions will cancel the normal (fixed speed) cruise control without clearing the memory: • you softly tap or depress the brake pedal. • you press the cancel button. • the electronic stability control/traction control sys- tem (esc/tcs) activates. • the vehicle parking brak...

  • Page 212

    Frontal collision. The warnings and limited braking are intended to provide the driver with enough time to react, avoid or mitigate the potential collision. Note: fcw monitors the information from the forward looking sensor as well as the electronic brake controller (ebc), to calculate a probable fo...

  • Page 213

    Note: • the minimum speed for fcw activation is 5 mph (8 km/h). • the fcw alerts may be triggered on objects other than vehicles such as guard rails or sign posts based on the course prediction. This is expected and is a part of normal fcw activation and functionality. Warning! Forward collision war...

  • Page 214

    Changing fcw and active braking status to change the fcw and active braking settings with uconnect® 8.4/8.4a system screen — if equipped. Note: the settings can only be changed when the vehicle is in park. Follow these steps to set the fcw and active braking: 1. Press the “controls” soft-key located...

  • Page 215

    The default status of fcw is the “far” setting and the active braking is the “on” setting, this allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are farther away and it applies limited braking. This gives you the most reaction time to avoid a possible c...

  • Page 216

    Fcw limited warning if the system turns off, and the evic displays “acc/ fcw limited functionality” or “acc/fcw limited functionality clean front windshield” momentarily, there may be a condition that limits fcw functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, the activ...

  • Page 217

    Parksense® will retain the last system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the on/run position. Parksense® can be active only when the shift lever is in reverse. If parksense® is enabled at this shift lever position, the system will remain active ...

  • Page 218

    Parksense® display when the vehicle is in reverse, the evic will display the park assist ready system status. The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in the left and/or right rear regions based on the object’s distance and location relative to the vehicle. If an object i...

  • Page 219

    Single 1/2 second tone slow tone 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 217.

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    Fast tone continuous tone 218 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 221

    The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: warning alerts rear distance (in/cm) greater than 79 in (200 cm) 79-39 in (200-100 cm) ...

  • Page 222

    Enabling and disabling parksense® parksense® can be enabled and disabled with the parksense® switch. When the parksense® switch is pressed to dis- able the system, the instrument cluster will dis- play the “parksense off” message for ap- proximately five seconds. Refer to “electronic vehicle informa...

  • Page 223

    If “clean park assist sensors” appears in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia/ bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition. If the message continues to appear, see an ...

  • Page 224

    • parksense®, when on, will reduce the volume of the radio when it is sounding a tone. • clean the parksense® sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris. Failure to do so can result in the system not workin...

  • Page 225

    Warning! • drivers must be careful when backing up even when using parksense®. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots before backing up. You are responsible for safety and must continue...

  • Page 226

    Parksense® can be active only when the shift lever is in reverse or drive. If parksense® is enabled at one of these shift lever positions, the system will remain active until the vehicle speed is increased to approximately 7 mph (11 km/h) or above. The system will become active again if the vehicle ...

  • Page 227

    The parksense® warning screen is located within the electronic vehicle information center (evic). It provides visual warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and/or front fascia/bumper and the de- tected obstacle. Refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)/setting...

  • Page 228

    If an object is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single arc in the left and/or right rear region and the system will produce a tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will ch...

  • Page 229

    Fast tone continuous tone 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 227.

  • Page 230

    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: warning alerts rear distance (in/cm) greater than 79 in (200 cm) 79-39 in (200-100 cm) 39-25...

  • Page 231

    Front park assist audible alerts parksense® will turn off the front park assist audible alert (chime) after approximately 3 seconds when an obstacle has been detected, the vehicle is stationary, and brake pedal is applied. Enabling and disabling parksense® parksense® can be enabled and disabled with...

  • Page 232

    That location of the car graphics. The system will continue to provide arcs alerts for the opposite location. When the shift lever is moved to reverse and the system has detected a faulted condition, the evic will display the ⬙parksense unavailable service required⬙ message for as long as the vehicl...

  • Page 233

    • when you turn parksense® off, the instrument cluster will display “parksense off.” furthermore, once you turn parksense® off, it remains off until you turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key. • when you move the shift lever to the reverse position and parksense® is turned off, the ins...

  • Page 234

    Caution! • parksense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not detected at all. Obstacles located above or below the sensors will not be detected when they are in close proximity. • the vehicle m...

  • Page 235

    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 236

    When displayed, dynamic grid lines will illustrate the width of the vehicle while a dashed center-line will indicate the center of the vehicle to assist with aligning to a hitch/receiver. The static grid lines will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle. ...

  • Page 237

    Caution! (continued) • to avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be driven slowly when using parkview® to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is seen. It is recom- mended that the driver look frequently over his/her shoulder when using parkview®. Note: if snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substanc...

  • Page 238

    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 239

    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 240

    Garage door opener — if equipped homelink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The homelink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 volt battery. The homelink® buttons, located on either the ...

  • Page 241

    Note: homelink® is disabled when the vehicle secu- rity alarm is active. 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 recom...

  • Page 242

    Programming a rolling code for programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “learn” or “train” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener. It is not the button that is normally used to open...

  • Page 243

    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 244

    To program the remaining two homelink® buttons, repeat each step for each remaining button. Do not erase the channels. 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 ...

  • Page 245

    • if the indicator light stays on constantly, program- ming is complete and the garage door/device should activate when the homelink® button is pressed. • to program the remaining two homelink® buttons, repeat each step for each remaining button. Do not erase the channels. Reprogramming a single hom...

  • Page 246

    3. Continue to press and hold the homelink® button, while you press and release (“cycle”), your hand-held transmitter every two seconds until homelink® has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indi- cator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained. 4. Watch for the homeli...

  • Page 247

    Using homelink® to operate, press and release the programmed homelink® button. Activation will now occur for the programmed device (i.E., garage door opener, gate opera- tor, security system, entry door lock, home/office light- ing, etc.,). The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at...

  • Page 248

    Warning! • your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are programming the universal trans- ceiver. Do not program the transceiver if people, pets or other objects are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” fea...

  • Page 249

    Power sunroof — if equipped the power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. Warning! • never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not leave the key in the ignition switch (or leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with keyless enter-n-go™ in the acc or...

  • Page 250

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

  • Page 251

    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 disabled. Venting sunroof — express press and release the vent button within one half second and the sunroof will open to the vent position...

  • Page 252

    Ignition off operation the power sunroof switches remain active for up to approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. Refer to “elec- tronic vehicle information center (evic)/personal set- ting...

  • Page 253

    Warning! • never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not leave the key in the ignition switch (or leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with keyless enter-n-go™ in the acc or on/run position). Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while ...

  • Page 254

    Closing sunroof — express press the switch forward and release it within one-half second and the sunroof will close automatically from any 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 ...

  • Page 255

    Closing power shade — express press the switch forward and release it within one-half second and the shade will close automatically from any position. The shade will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “express close”. During express close operation, any movement of the switch will ...

  • Page 256

    Together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window. Sunroof maintenance use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. Ignition off operation the power sunroof switches...

  • Page 257

    Note: • all accessories connected to the “battery” powered outlets should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge. • to ensure proper cigar lighter operation, a mopar® knob and element must be used. Caution! Power outlets are designed for acce...

  • Page 258

    In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power outlet located in the storage area of the center console. The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo area. Center console outlet rear power outlet 256 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 259

    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. Power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse power outlet fuse locations 1 — f104 fuse 20 a yellow power outlet console bin 2 — f90–f91 fuse 20...

  • Page 260

    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 261

    Power inverter — if equipped there is a 115 volt, 150 watt inverter outlet located on the back of the center console to convert dc current to ac current. This outlet can power cellular phones, electron- ics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 watts. Certain high-end video games, su...

  • Page 262

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

  • Page 263

    There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the fold-down center armrest. Storage glove compartment the glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Rear cupholders glove compartment 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 261.

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    To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the latch and lower the glove box door. Door storage large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy access. Opened glove compartment door panel storage 262 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 265

    Console features the center console contains both an upper and a lower storage area. To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on the small latch located on the lid. Storage compartment storage compartment latches 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 263.

  • Page 266

    Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the lower storage compartment. Your vehicle may have an optional cd or dvd player located in the center console. Lower storage compartment lower storage compartment cd/dvd player-if equipped 264 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 267

    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 268

    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. Note: if your vehicle is equipped...

  • Page 269

    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. Tether strap lower storage bins 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 267.

  • Page 270

    Retractable cargo area cover — if equipped note: the purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo. To cover the cargo area: 1. Grasp the cover at the center handle. Pull it over the cargo area. 2. Insert the...

  • Page 271

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

  • Page 272

    Warning! (continued) only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts. • cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or accident, a hook could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only...

  • Page 273

    Rear window features rear window wiper/washer the rear wiper/washer controls are located on the mul- tifunction lever on the left side of the steering column. The rear wiper/washer is operated by rotating a switch, located at the middle of the lever. Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to ...

  • Page 274

    If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned off, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” position. Rear window defroster the rear window defroster button is located on the climate control panel. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mi...

  • Page 275

    Roof luggage rack — if equipped the crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars. Note: if not equipped with crossbars, your authorized ...

  • Page 276

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

  • Page 277: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . .277 䡵 instrument cluster — premium . . . . . . .278 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . .279 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289 䡵 electroni...

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    ▫ screen setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .307 䡵 screen setup driver selectable items . . . . . . . . .307 䡵 uconnect® access settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .309 ▫ hard-keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .310 ▫ soft-keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 279

    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 (sd card, aux, usb media hub) 13 — headlight switch 4 — glove compartment 9 — esc button 14 — dimmer control 5 — climate controls...

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    Instrument cluster — premium 278 understanding your instrument panel.

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    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Tachometer indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm x 1000). 2. Seat belt reminder light when the ignition switch is first turned to the on/run position, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if t...

  • Page 282

    4. High beam indicator indicates that headlights are on high beam. 5. Front fog light indicator — if equipped this indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. 6. Selectable evic information this area of the cluster will display selectable informa- tion such as compass, outside temper...

  • Page 283

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

  • Page 284

    12. Engine temperature indicator this light warns of an overheated engine condi- tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- proaches h, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold. Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass h, the i...

  • Page 285

    13. Brake warning light this light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system...

  • Page 286

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

  • Page 287

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

  • Page 288

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

  • Page 289

    When the appropriate conditions exist, this display shows the electronic vehicle information center (evic) messages. Refer to “electronic vehicle information center”. 17. Selectable evic menu this area of the cluster will display the evic selectable menu. For further information, refer to “electroni...

  • Page 290

    21. Electronic stability control (esc) activation/ malfunction indicator light — if equipped the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the on/run position. It should go out with the engine running. If the “esc activa...

  • Page 291

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) the electronic vehicle information center (evic) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the buttons mounted on the steering whe...

  • Page 292

    The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel: • up arrow button press and release the up arrow button to scroll upward through the main menu and sub- menus (fuel economy, trip a, trip b, audio, stored messages, screen set up). • d...

  • Page 293

    • back arrow button press the left arrow button to return to the main menu from an info screen or sub-menu item. • ok button the ok button may be used for the following: selection reset (hold) clearing (hold) electronic vehicle information center (evic) displays the evic displays are located in the ...

  • Page 294

    The main display area will normally display the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main menu. The main display area also displays “pop up” messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall into several categories: • fi...

  • Page 295

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

  • Page 296

    Note: if the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) messages • front seatbelts unbuckled • driver seatbelt unbuckled • passenger seatbelt unbuckled • se...

  • Page 297

    • battery voltage low • service electronic throttle control • lights on • right turn signal light out • left turn signal light out • turn signal on • vehicle not in park • key in ignition • key in ignition lights on • remote start active key to run • remote start active push start button • remote st...

  • Page 298

    • gear not available • shift not allowed • shift to neutral then drive or reverse • paddle shift mode unavailable service required • automatic unavailable use paddle shift mode service required • transmission getting hot press brake • trans. Hot stop safely shift to park wait to cool • transmission ...

  • Page 299

    • low coolant level indicator this telltale will turn on to indicate the vehicle coolant level is low. • transmission temperature warning telltale this telltale indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this telltal...

  • Page 300

    Evic red telltales 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. • oil pressure warning light this telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop th...

  • Page 301

    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 302

    • liftgate ajar this light will turn on to indicate that liftgate may be ajar. Evic green telltales • electronic speed control set this telltale will illuminate green when the electronic speed control is set. For further information, refer to “electronic speed con- trol” in “understanding the featur...

  • Page 303

    Button to select or reset the following resettable sub- menus: transmission temperature – automatic transmission only oil temp oil life multimeter engine hours tire pressure press and release the up or down arrow button until “tire pressure” is highlighted in the evic. Press and release the right ar...

  • Page 304

    Trip a press and release the up or down arrow button until the trip a icon is highlighted in the evic (toggle left or right to select trip a or trip b). The trip a information will display the following: • distance • average fuel economy • average speed • elapsed time hold the ok button to reset all...

  • Page 305

    Fuel economy press and release the up or down arrow button until the fuel economy icon is highlighted. • average fuel economy/miles per gallon (mpg bar- graph) • range to empty (rte) • current miles per gallon (mpg) audio press and release the up or down arrow button until the audio display icon is ...

  • Page 306

    The performance features include the following: • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) • braking distance • 1/8 mile • 1/4 mile • instantaneous g-force • peak g-force • launch mode – if equipped to access, press and release either the up or down arrow button until “srt” appears in the evic, then press and release ...

  • Page 307

    Braking distance when selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was depressed. • this feature will only function when applying the brakes at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h). • engaging the parking brake will disable this feature. • the word “r...

  • Page 308

    Instantaneous g-force when selected, this screen displays the current g-force (lateral and longitudinal). Peak g-force when selected, this screen displays all four g-force values (two lateral and two longitudinal). • when a force greater than zero is measured, the display will update the value as it...

  • Page 309

    Note: • launch mode brings the engine to optimum rpm and waits for the driver to release the brake. Launch mode then uses engine throttle only to achieve controlled wheelslip for maximum acceleration through first gear. • launch mode can be initiated in any of the select trac modes. • launch mode is...

  • Page 310

    • range to empty (rte) • average mpg • current mpg • trip a • trip b • trailer trip (distance only) • trailer brake gain upper right • none • compass (default setting) • outside temp • trans temp • oil temp • time • range to empty (rte) • average mpg • current mpg • trip a • trip b • trailer trip (d...

  • Page 311

    • oil temp • time • range • avg mpg • current mpg • trailer brake gain lower right • none (default setting) • compass • outside temp • trans temp • oil temp • time • range • avg mpg • current mpg • trailer brake gain restore to defaults (restores all settings to default settings) • cancel • okay uco...

  • Page 312

    Hard-keys hard-keys are located below the uconnect® access system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a scroll/enter control knob located on the right side of the climate controls in the center of the instru- ment panel. Turn the control knob to scroll through menus and chan...

  • Page 313

    When making a selection, press the soft-key to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired mode press and release the preferred setting until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- lected. Once the setting is complete either press the back arrow soft-key or the b...

  • Page 314

    • set language when in this display, you may select one of three languages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Touch the set language soft-key and then touch the desired language soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the language,...

  • Page 315

    • navigation turn-by-turn in cluster — if equipped when this feature is selected, the turn-by-turn directions will appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a designated turn within a programmed route. To make your selection, touch the navigation turn-by-turn in cluster soft-key, until a check...

  • Page 316

    • time format when in this display, you may select the time format display setting. Touch the time format soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the 12hrs or 24hrs setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Safety / assistance ...

  • Page 317

    • park assist the rear park assist system will scan for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in re- verse and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph (18 km/h). The system can be enabled with sound only, or sound and display. To change the park assist status, touch and relea...

  • Page 318

    Note: if your vehicle has experienced any damage in the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor alignment. Having a sensor that is misaligned will result in the bsm not oper...

  • Page 319

    Lights after pressing the lights soft-key the following settings will be available. • headlight illumination on approach when this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter....

  • Page 320

    • daytime running lights – if equipped when this feature is selected, the headlights will turn on whenever the engine is running. To make your selection, touch the daytime running lights soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arro...

  • Page 321

    • sound horn with remote start when this feature is selected, the horn will sound when the remote start is activated. To make your selection, touch the sound horn with remote start soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft...

  • Page 322

    • memory to fob — if equipped this feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, touch the memory linked to fob soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected....

  • Page 323

    Engine off options after pressing the engine off options soft-key the fol- lowing settings will be available. • engine off power delay when this feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, uconnect® phone system (if equipped), dvd video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), a...

  • Page 324

    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. • perform compass calibration touch...

  • Page 325

    • equalizer when in this display you may adjust the bass, mid and treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back soft-key. Note: bass/mid/treble allow you to simply slide your fin...

  • Page 326

    • channel skip siriusxm can be programmed to designate a group of channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to exclude undesirable channels while scanning. To make your selection, touch the channel skip soft-key, select the channels you would like to skip followed by pressing the arrow ba...

  • Page 327

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

  • Page 328

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

  • Page 329

    Radio operation and mobile phones under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the mobile phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio. If your radio...

  • Page 330

    General overview hard-keys the hard-keys located below the uconnect® screen. Soft-keys soft-keys are accessible on the uconnect® system screen. Automatic climate controls — hard-keys uconnect® 8.4 automatic temperature controls — soft-keys 328 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 331

    Button descriptions (applies to both hard-keys and soft-keys) 1. Max a/c button press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when max a/c is on. Performing this function again will cause the max a/c operation to switch into manual mode and the max a/c indicator will tur...

  • Page 332

    6. Rear defrost button press and release this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 10 minutes. Caution! Failure to follow th...

  • Page 333

    8. Passenger temperature control down button provides the passenger with independent temperature control. Push the hard-key button for cooler temperature settings or on the touch-screen, press and slide the soft-key temperature bar towards the blue arrow soft-key for cooler temperature settings. Not...

  • Page 334

    11. Modes the airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, demist outlets and defrost outlets. The mode settings are as follows: panel mode air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjust...

  • Page 335

    12. Climate control off button press and release this button to turn the climate control on/off. 13. Driver temperature control down button provides the driver with independent temperature con- trol. Push the hard-key button for cooler temperature settings or on the touch-screen, press and slide the...

  • Page 336

    Note: • if fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, select defrost mode and increase blower speed. • if your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the a/c condenser (lo- cated in front of the radiator), for an accumulation of dirt or insects. Clean wi...

  • Page 337

    Note: in cold weather, use of recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation feature may be unavailable (soft button greyed out) if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of the windshield. On systems with manual climate con- trols, the recirculation mod...

  • Page 338

    Note: • it is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode, and blower speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible. • the temperature can be displayed in u.S. Or metric units by selecting the us/m customer-program...

  • Page 339

    Operating tips note: refer to the chart at the end of this section for suggested control settings for various weather conditions. Summer operation the engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and...

  • Page 340

    Window fogging interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- moved by turning the mode selector to defrost. The defrost/floor mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win- dow fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed. Vehicle windows tend...

  • Page 341

    Control setting suggestions for various weather conditions 4 understanding your instrument panel 339.

  • Page 343: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .345 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .345 ▫ keyless enter-n-go™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .346 ▫ normal starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .346 ▫ extreme cold weather (...

  • Page 344

    䡵 power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369 䡵 fuel saver technology — if equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .370 䡵 parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .370 䡵 electronic brake control system . . . .372 ▫ anti-lock brake system (abs) . . . ....

  • Page 345

    ▫ spare tire matching original equipped tire and wheel – if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .397 ▫ compact spare tire – if equipped . . . . . . . . .398 ▫ full size spare – if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .398 ▫ limited-use spare – if equipped . . . . . . . . . .399 ▫ tire spinning ...

  • Page 346

    䡵 vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .418 ▫ certification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .418 䡵 trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .421 ▫ common towing definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . .421 ▫ trailer hitch classification . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 347

    Starting procedures before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. Warning! Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving ...

  • Page 348

    Using fob with integrated key (tip start) note: normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal. Do not press the accelerator. Use the fob with integrated key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the start position and release it as s...

  • Page 349

    4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, press the button again. Note: normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal. To turn off the engine using engine start/stop button 1. Place the shift leve...

  • Page 350

    Engine start/stop button functions – with driver’s foot off the brake pedal (in park or neutral position) the engine start/stop button operates similar to an ignition switch. It has four positions, off, acc, run and start. To change the ignition switch positions without starting the vehicle and use ...

  • Page 351

    Warning! (continued) • do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. • if the...

  • Page 352

    Clearing a flooded engine (using fob with integrated key) 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 the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. 2. Turn the i...

  • Page 353

    Automatic transmission caution! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • shift into park only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • shift into or out of reverse only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle spee...

  • Page 354

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

  • Page 355

    Brake/transmission shift interlock system this vehicle is equipped with a brake transmission shift interlock system (btsi) that holds the shift lever in park unless the brakes are applied. To shift the transmission out of park, the engine must be running and the brake pedal must be pressed. The brak...

  • Page 356

    Only shift from drive to park or reverse when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears. The transmission shift lever provides park, reverse, neutral, drive and sport shift positions. Once in the drive...

  • Page 357

    Note: after selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold. Park this range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use...

  • Page 358

    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 359

    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 360

    • with brake pedal released, look at the transmission gear position display and verify that it indicates the park position. Reverse this range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into reverse only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Neutral use this range when the vehicle is standin...

  • Page 361

    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 all forward gears. The drive position provides optimum driving characteris- tics under all normal operati...

  • Page 362

    Operate only in certain gears, or may not shift at all. Vehicle performance may be severely degraded and the engine may stall. In some situations, the transmission may not re-engage if the engine is turned off and restarted. The malfunction indicator light (mil) may be illuminated. A message in the ...

  • Page 363

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

  • Page 364

    • normally, in paddle shift mode, the transmission will automatically shift up when maximum engine speed is reached. If, however, paddle shift 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 u...

  • Page 365

    Warning! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury. Selec-trac® — if equipped description selec-trac® combines the capabilities of the vehicle con- trol systems, alon...

  • Page 366

    Selec-trac® consists of the following positions: • sport – dry weather, on-road calibration. Performance based tuning that provides a rear wheel drive feel but with improved handling and acceleration over a two- wheel drive vehicle. The customer has the option of going to partial esc. The active sus...

  • Page 367

    • the customer has the option of going to full off with no interaction from the esc system. The active suspension system will be in full firm mode. • this feature will reset to auto on an ignition cycle. • tow – use this mode for towing. Vehicle suspension will go to firm mode. Trailer sway control ...

  • Page 368

    Note: if the cluster launch evic message indicates all conditions are correct for launch and the throttle is pressed to the floor quickly (within approximately 1/2 second) the system will hold the engine speed to a preset speed (below the engine rev limiter speed). 6. Release the brake pedal. Pressi...

  • Page 369

    Flowing/rising water warning! Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flowing water can wear away the road or path’s surface and cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water. Furthermore, flowing and/or rising water can carry your vehic...

  • Page 370

    Caution! (continued) • driving through standing water may cause damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.E., engine oil, trans- mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.E., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through stan...

  • Page 371

    Power steering the standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost. If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible t...

  • Page 372

    Fuel saver technology — if equipped this feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions. The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required. Note: this system may take some time to ret...

  • Page 373

    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, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle. • this light only shows that the park...

  • Page 374

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

  • Page 375

    Anti-lock brake system (abs) this system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. Refer to “anti-lock brake system” in “starting ...

  • Page 376

    Brake assist system (bas) the bas is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce...

  • Page 377

    Applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur. Erm will only intervene during very severe or evasive driving maneuvers. Erm can only reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring during severe or evasive driving maneuvers. It cannot preven...

  • Page 378

    The intended path, esc applies the brake of the appro- priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. • oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position. • understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for ...

  • Page 379

    The esc system has three available operating modes. On this is the normal operating mode for esc . Whenever the vehicle is started, the esc system will be in this “on” mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. Esc should only be turned to “partial off” mode for specific reasons as ...

  • Page 380

    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 off” switch. Once the situation requiring esc to be switched to the “partial off” mode is overcome, turn ...

  • Page 381

    While the vehicle is stopped with the engine running. After five seconds, a chime will sound, the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” will illuminate, and the ⬙esc off⬙ message will display in the vehicle odometer. Press and release the trip odometer but- ton located on the instrument clust...

  • Page 382

    Note: when the esc is switched off, a feature of the system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential. If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel and allow more ...

  • Page 383

    Warning! If tsc activates while driving, slow the vehicle down, stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the trailer load to eliminate trailer sway. Esc activation/malfunction indicator light and esc off indicator light the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” in the instrument cluster ...

  • Page 384

    Note: • the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” and the “esc off indicator light” come on momen- tarily each time the ignition switch is turned on. • each time the ignition is turned on, the esc system will be on even if it was turned off previously. • the esc system will make buzzing or cl...

  • Page 385

    Note: • p (passenger) - metric tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards. P-metric tires have the letter “p” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: p215/65r15 95h. • european-metric tire sizing is based on european design standards. Tires designed to this standard ha...

  • Page 386

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

  • Page 387

    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 388

    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 389

    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 390

    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 placard location 388 starting and operating.

  • Page 391

    Tire and loading information placard this placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Tir...

  • Page 392

    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 393

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

  • Page 394

    392 starting and operating.

  • Page 395

    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 396

    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 patterns t...

  • Page 397

    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 398

    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 399

    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 400

    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 401

    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. Note: the full size spare does not fit over the ...

  • Page 402

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

  • Page 403

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

  • Page 404

    Information” placard for the size designation of your tire. 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 ind...

  • Page 405

    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 406

    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 407

    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 408

    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 409

    • 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 410

    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 411

    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 412

    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 as the ⬙service tpm system⬙ message exists. Note: th...

  • Page 413

    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 414

    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 415

    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 416

    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 417

    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 418

    2. Open the fuel filler door. 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing. Note: only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapp...

  • Page 419

    • remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to putting back in the spare tire storage area. Caution! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. Warning! • never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the ta...

  • Page 420

    4. Remove the storage bin. 5. Pull the release cable. Vehicle loading certification label as required by national highway traffic safety admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar. This label contains the month and year of manufac...

  • Page 421

    Payload the payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can carry, including the weight of the driver, all passengers, options and cargo. Gross axle weight rating (gawr) the gawr is the maximum permissible load on the front and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the...

  • Page 422

    Values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are added. Loading the actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined by weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation. The entire...

  • Page 423

    Trailer towing in this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully review this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible. To maintain warranty coverage, follow t...

  • Page 424

    Gross axle weight rating (gawr) the gawr is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear gawr. Refer to “vehicle loading/vehicle certifica- tion label” in “starting and operating” for...

  • Page 425

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

  • Page 426

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

  • Page 427

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) engine/ transmission gcwr (gross combined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Trailer tongue wt. (see note) 6.4l automatic 12,600 lbs (5 715 kg) 40 sq. Ft. (3.72 sq m) 7,200 lbs (3 265 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg) refer to local ...

  • Page 428

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

  • Page 429

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

  • Page 430

    Warning! Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: • make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may ...

  • Page 431

    Warning! (continued) • total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. Gvwr 2. Gtw 3. Gawr 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized . Towing requirements – trailer brakes • do not interconnect th...

  • Page 432

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

  • Page 433

    Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic transmission the drive range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include an adaptive drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing. However, if fr...

  • Page 434

    Electronic speed control – if equipped • do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. • when using the speed control, if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until you can get back to cruising speed. • use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maxim...

  • Page 435: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . .434 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . .434 䡵 jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . .435 ▫ run flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .436 ▫ jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 436

    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 437

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

  • Page 438

    Warning! (continued) • the jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Run flat tires this vehicle is equipped with a compa...

  • Page 439

    Warning! • do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) if the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” is illuminated. Vehicle handling and braking may be reduced. You could have a collision and be severely or fatally injured. • do not tow a trailer when using the compact spare tire. Jack location the scissor-t...

  • Page 440

    Preparations for jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery surfaces. Warning! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2. Turn...

  • Page 441

    Jacking instructions warning! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. • turn on the hazard warning flasher. • block the ...

  • Page 442

    Caution! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the jacking instructions for this vehicle. 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and tools from storage. 2. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left, one turn, while the whee...

  • Page 443

    Caution! Do not attempt to raise vehicle by jacking on loca- tions other than those indicated in the jacking in- structions for this vehicle. 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 n...

  • Page 444

    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. Front jacking location lift point symbol on sill m...

  • Page 445

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

  • Page 446

    Caution! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly. Warning! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow ...

  • Page 447

    11. Lower the jack to the fully closed position and return it and the tools to the proper positions in the foam tray. 12. Remove the small center cap and securely store the road wheel in the cargo area. 13. Have the aluminum road wheel and tire repaired as soon as possible, properly secure the spare...

  • Page 448

    Road tire installation 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts. Warning! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has bee...

  • Page 449

    Note: when using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions. Caution! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electr...

  • Page 450

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

  • Page 451

    Jump-starting procedure warning! Failure to follow this procedure could result in per- sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex- plosion. Caution! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. Note: make su...

  • Page 452

    Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: 6. Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable from the remote negative (-) post of the discharged vehicle. 7. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. 8. Disconne...

  • Page 453

    Note: shifts between drive and reverse can only be achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph or less. Whenever the transmission remains in neutral for more than 2 sec- onds, you must press the brake pedal to engage drive or reverse. Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the r...

  • Page 454

    Caution! • when “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- tween drive and reverse, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result. • revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires...

  • Page 455

    Warning! • do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. • stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps may become disengaged, caus- ing serious injury. Caution! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded...

  • Page 456

    Follow these steps to use the manual park release: 1. Open the center console and locate the manual park release cover, remove it by snapping the cover away from the console hinges. 2. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the metal latch in towards the tether strap. Manual park release cover re...

  • Page 457

    3. While the metal latch is the open position, simultane- ously pull upwards on the tether strap until it clicks and releases out of the park position. Note: to prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention- ally, firmly apply the parking brake. To disengage the manual park release lever: 1. To disen...

  • Page 458

    2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has been unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks into position. Note: be sure to replace the cover by snapping it back in place. Towing a disabled vehicle this section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial w...

  • Page 459

    Caution! • towing this vehicle using any other method could result in extensive damage to the transfer case and/or transmission. • such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. 6 what to do in emergencies 457.

  • Page 461: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 6.4l . . . . . . . . . .461 䡵 onboard diagnostic system (obd ii) . . .462 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .462 䡵 replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .464 䡵 deale...

  • Page 462

    ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .489 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .491 䡵 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .496 ▫ power distribution center . . . . . . . . .496 䡵 vehicle stora...

  • Page 463

    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 464

    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 465

    For states that require an inspection and mainte- nance (i/m), this check verifies the “malfunction indicator light (mil)” is functioning and is not on when the engine is running, and that the obd ii system is ready for testing. Normally, the obd ii system will be ready. The obd ii system may not be...

  • Page 466

    If your obd ii system is not ready, you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your obd ii system to update. A rech...

  • Page 467

    Warning! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic. Maintenance procedures the pages tha...

  • Page 468

    Engine oil checking oil level to assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or b...

  • Page 469

    Engine oil selection for best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the american petroleum institute (api) categories of sm or sm/cf. The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic sa...

  • Page 470

    Engine oil viscosity sae 0w-40 full synthetic engine oil is preferred for use in all operating temperatures. The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to “engine compart- ment” in “maintaining y...

  • Page 471

    Engine oil filter the engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. Engine oil filter selection this manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality of replacement filters varies considerably. Only h...

  • Page 472

    Maintenance-free battery your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. Caution! • do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 volts or damage to the ...

  • Page 473

    Warning! (continued) • batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery. • do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal in...

  • Page 474

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

  • Page 475

    The a/c air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- place the filter: 1. Open the glove compartment and remove all contents. 2. Push in on the sides of the glove compartment and lower the door. 3. Pivot the glove compartment downward. 4. ...

  • Page 476

    Caution! The a/c air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace it more often. 7. Rotate the glove compartment door back into position. Body lubrication locks and all body pivot points...

  • Page 477

    Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. Note: life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor performance of blades may ...

  • Page 478

    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 479

    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 480

    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 481

    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 482

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

  • Page 483

    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 visible sed...

  • Page 484

    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 485

    • use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain ...

  • Page 486

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

  • Page 487

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

  • Page 488

    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 489

    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 490

    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 491

    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 492

    Caution! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmis- sion shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintain- ing your vehicle” for fluid specifications. Special additives th...

  • Page 493

    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 changes under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the f...

  • Page 494

    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 495

    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 496

    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 497

    Interior care use mopar® total clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting. Use mopar® total clean to clean vinyl upholstery. Mopar® total clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery. Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small part...

  • Page 498

    Cleaning plastic instrument cluster lenses the lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol con...

  • Page 499

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f03 60 amp yellow rad fan cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f05 40 amp green compressor for air suspension if equipped f06 40 amp green antilock brakes/ electronic stability control pump f07 40 amp green starter solenoid f08 40 amp green em...

  • Page 500

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f11 30 amp pink trailer tow electric brake - if equipped f12 40 amp green body controller #3 / interior lights f13 40 amp green blower motor front f14 40 amp green body controller #4 / power locks f17 30 amp pink headrest release - if equipped f20 30 am...

  • Page 501

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f29 20 amp yellow trailer tow parking lights - if equipped f30 30 amp pink trailer tow recep- tacle - if equipped f32 30 amp pink drive train control module f34 30 amp pink slip differential control f35 30 amp pink sunroof - if equipped f36 30 amp pink ...

  • Page 502

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f46 10 amp red tire pressure moni- tor f49 10 amp red integrated central stack / climate control f50 20 amp yellow air suspension control module - if equipped f51 10 amp red ignition node module / keyless ignition / steering column lock f52 5 amp tan ba...

  • Page 503

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f63 20 amp yellow ignition coils (gas), urea heater (diesel) f64 25 amp natural fuel injectors / powertrain f66 10 amp red sunroof / passen- ger window switches / rain sensor f67 15 amp blue cd / dvd / bluetooth hands- free module - if equipped f68 20 a...

  • Page 504

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f77 10 amp red drivetrain control module/front axle disconnect module f78 10 amp red engine control module / electric power steering - if equipped f80 10 amp red universal garage door opener / compass / anti- intrusion module f81 20 amp yellow trailer t...

  • Page 505

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f87 10 amp red air suspension / trailer tow / steer- ing column con- trol module f88 15 amp blue instrument panel cluster f90/f91 20 amp yellow power outlet (rear seats) selectable f92 10 amp red rear console lamp - if equipped f93 20 amp yellow cigar l...

  • Page 506

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f100 10 amp red active damping - if equipped f101 15 amp blue electrochromatic mirror/smart high beams - if equipped f103 10 amp red cabin heater (die- sel engine only) f104 20 amp yellow power outlets (in- strument panel/ center console) caution! • whe...

  • Page 507

    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 508

    Exterior bulbs bulb number headlamps (low beam) h11 premium headlamps (low/high beam) d3s headlamps (high beam) 9005 premium park/turn signal lamp led - (service at authorized dealer) headlamps (low beam) – high intensity discharge (hid) d1s (serviced at authorized dealer) daytime running lamp (drl)...

  • Page 509

    Bulb number chmsl - center high mounted stop lamp led - (service at authorized dealer) note: numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer. If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized dealer or refer to the applicable service manual. Bulb replacem...

  • Page 510

    3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. Caution! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. Front turn signal 1. Open the hood. 2. Turn t...

  • Page 511

    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. • always use the correct bulb size and type for replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may overheat...

  • Page 512

    Rear tail, stop, turn signal, and backup lamps 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two push-pins from the tail lamp housing. 3. Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly rearward to disengage the lamp from the aperture panel. 4. Twist socket counter clockwise and remove from lamp. 5. Pull the bulb to rem...

  • Page 513

    10. Tail lamps are now visible. Rotate socket(s) counter clockwise. 11. Remove/replace bulb(s). 12. Reinstall the socket(s) 13. Reverse process to reinstall the liftgate trim. Center high-mounted stop lamp (chmsl) the center high-mounted stop lamp is an led assembly. See your authorized dealer for r...

  • Page 514

    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 that meets the requirements of chrysl...

  • Page 515

    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) that meets the requirements of chrysler material standard ms-12106. Engine oil for best ...

  • Page 516

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant or genuine part automatic transmission we recommend you only use mopar® zf 8&9 speed atf™ automatic transmission fluid, shell l12108 transmission fluid. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer case we r...

  • Page 517: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . .516 ▫ required maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . . .517 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 518

    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 519

    At each stop for fuel • check the engine oil level. Refer to “maintenance procedures/engine oil” in “maintaining your ve- hicle” for further information. • check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. Once a month • check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. • inspect the b...

  • Page 520

    6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months maintenance ser- vice schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authorized service center 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 month...

  • Page 521

    18,000 miles (30,000 km) or 18 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authorized service center 24,000 miles (40,000 km) or 24 month...

  • Page 522

    30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 30 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ drain the transfer case and refill. ❏ adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped...

  • Page 523

    42,000 miles (70,000 km) or 42 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for po- lice, taxi, fleet, sustained high speed driv...

  • Page 524

    54,000 miles (90,000 km) or 54 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authorized service center 60,000 miles (100,000 km) or 60 mont...

  • Page 525

    66,000 miles (110,000 km) or 66 months maintenance ser- vice schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authorized service center 72,000 miles (120,000 km) or 72 m...

  • Page 526

    78,000 miles (130,000 km) or 78 months maintenance ser- vice schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for po- lice, taxi, fleet, sustained high speed d...

  • Page 527

    90,000 miles (150,000 km) or 90 months maintenance ser- vice schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ inspect and replace pcv valve if nec- essary. ❏ drain the transfer case and ...

  • Page 528

    102,000 miles (170,000 km) or 102 months maintenance ser- vice schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for po- lice, taxi, fleet, sustained high speed...

  • Page 529

    114,000 miles (190,000 km) or 114 months maintenance ser- vice schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authorized service center 120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 1...

  • Page 530

    126,000 miles (210,000 km) or 126 months maintenance ser- vice schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. Odometer reading date repair order # dealer code signature, authorized service center 132,000 miles (220,000 km) or 1...

  • Page 531

    138,000 miles (230,000 km) or 138 months maintenance ser- vice schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for po- lice, taxi, fleet, sustained high speed...

  • Page 532

    150,000 miles (250,000 km) or 150 months maintenance ser- vice schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ drain the transfer case and refill. ❏ adjust parking brake on vehicles equ...

  • Page 533

    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 535: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .535 ▫ prepare for the appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .535 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .535 ▫ be reasonable with requests ....

  • Page 536

    䡵 publication order forms . . . . . . . . . . . .540 䡵 department of transportation uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541 ▫ treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541 ▫ traction grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541 ▫ temperature gr...

  • Page 537

    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 538

    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 539

    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 540

    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 541

    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 542

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

  • Page 543

    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 544

    Warning! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Temperature grades the temperature grades are a (the highest), b, and c, representing the tire’s resistan...

  • Page 545: Index

    Index 10

  • Page 546

    Adaptive cruise control (acc) (cruise control) . . .185 adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .482 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .415 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414 airbag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 547

    Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .361 auxiliary electrical outlet (power outlet) . . . . . . . .254 auxiliary power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .254 battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470 keyless transmitte...

  • Page 548

    Center high mounted stop light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .511 certification label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .418 chart, tire sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .384 check engine light (malfunction indicator light) . .462 checking your vehicle for safety . . ....

  • Page 549

    Defroster, windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 disposal antifreeze (engine coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .484 door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 door opener, garage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238 driving through fl...

  • Page 550

    Oil change interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .466 oil filler cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468 oil selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .467 oil synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468 overheating . . . . . ....

  • Page 551

    Front axle (differential). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487 fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .415 additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414 clean air ....

  • Page 552

    On with wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172 replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507 heated mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 high beam indicator ...

  • Page 553

    Lane change assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172 lap/shoulder belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 latches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 lead free gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 leaks, fluid ....

  • Page 554

    Service engine soon (malfunction indicator) . . . .280 side marker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .510 smartbeams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 tire pressure monitoring (tpms) . . . . . . . . . . . .285 traction control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 555

    New vehicle break-in period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 occupant restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 occupant restraints (sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 octane rating, gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 odometer. . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 556

    Power distribution center (fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .496 door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .259 lift gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 mirrors . . . . . ...

  • Page 557

    Remote control starting system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 remote keyless entry (rke) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 remote sound system (radio) controls . . . . . . . . .325 remote starting system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 replacement bulbs . . . . ...

  • Page 558

    Easy entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 rear folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 reclining . . . . . ....

  • Page 559

    Storing your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .505 sunglasses storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237 sun roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247 sun visor extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 supplemental rest...

  • Page 560

    Tongue weight/trailer weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .426 tow hooks, emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .452 towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .421 behind a motorhome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .432 guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 561

    Vehicle modifications/alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 vehicle storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337 viscosity, engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468 warning flasher, hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .434 warning, roll over . . ....

  • Page 562

    560 index.

  • Page 563

    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 564

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