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Jeep 2014 Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual

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    Grand cherokee chrysler group llc o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 20 14 gr and cher ok ee 14wk741-126-ac fourth edition printed in u.S.A. 2 0 1 4.

  • Page 2: 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 4: 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 op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains cautions against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire owners manual, you may miss importan...

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

  • Page 12: Contents

    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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    ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 䡵 remote starting system — if equipped . .28 ▫ how to use remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 䡵 door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 ▫ power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 ▫ c...

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    ▫ seat belts and pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . .69 ▫ seat belt extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 ▫ supplemental restraint system (srs) — air bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 ▫ advanced front air bag features . . . . . . . . . . .72 ▫ air bag depl...

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

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    After cycling the ignition to the on/run position, the vehicle security light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, it i...

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    Caution! • always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- tended. • for vehicles equipped with keyless enter-n-go™, always remember to place the ignition in the off position. At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit pers...

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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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    To arm the system follow these steps to arm the vehicle security alarm: 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to ⬙starting procedures⬙ in ⬙starting and operating⬙ for further information). • for vehicles equipped with keyless enter-n-go™, make sure the vehicle ignition system is ⬙off⬙. •...

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

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    Illuminated entry — if equipped the courtesy lights will turn on when you use the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter to unlock the doors or open any door. This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “mirrors” in “understanding the features of y...

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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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    Headlight illumination on approach this feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the rke transmitter. The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped through uconnect®. To change the current setting, refer to “uconnect® settings” in “under...

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    Note: • the interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition switch to the acc or on/run position while the panic alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights and horn will remain on. • you may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the vehicle when using the rke transmitter to turn off t...

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    2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the rke transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal. 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a ...

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    • this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration. Note: changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If your rke transmitter fails to o...

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    How to use remote start all of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: • shift lever in park • doors closed • hood closed • hazard switch off • brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) • battery at an acceptable charge level • rke panic button not pressed • f...

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    Remote start abort message on electronic vehicle information center (evic) — if equipped the following messages will display in the evic if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- turely: • remote start aborted — door ajar • remote start aborted — hood ajar • remote start abor...

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    • for security, power window and power sunroof op- eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the remote start mode. • the engine can be started two consecutive times (two 15-minute cycles) with the rke transmitter. However, the ignition switch must be cycled to the on/run position be...

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    Remote start comfort systems — if equipped when remote start is activated, the heated steering wheel, and driver heated seat features will automatically turn on in cold weather. In warm weather, the driver vented seat feature will automatically turn on when the remote start is activated. These featu...

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

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

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    Note: if “unlock all doors 1st press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the driver’s front door handle. To select between “unlock driver door 1st press” and “unlock all doors 1st press”, refer to “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: if “unlock all doors 1st press” is programmed in evic, all doors will unlock when you push the button on ...

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    Note: the key must be within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the handle being used to lock the vehicle. Do not grab the door handle, when pressing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). Press the door handle button to lock do not grab the door handle when locking 40 things to know before starti...

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

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    The power window switches remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature. Warning! Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows. Do not leave the key fob in or ne...

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

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

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

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    Warning! Driving with the liftgate open can allow 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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    The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by pressing the liftgate button located on the front overhead console, or closed by pressing the liftgate button located on left rear trim panel, near the liftgate opening. Pressing the liftgate button located on left rear trim panel once will close th...

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

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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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    • an energy-absorbing steering column and steering wheel • knee bolsters for front seat occupants • front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may enhance occupant protection by managing occupant energy during an impact event • all seat belt systems (except the driver’s and second row center) i...

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    Warning! • never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger advanced front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, including a child in a rearward facing infant seat. • only use a rearward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. Chi...

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    5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the customer center. Phone numbers are provided under ⴖif you need assistanceⴖ. Warning! • relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with y...

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    Warning! (continued) • in a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- led up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up...

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    Warning! • wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body. These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much wo...

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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.” latch plate latch plate to buckle 56 things to know before starting your vehicle.

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    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 belt into the buckle nearest you. • a belt that is too loose will not protect you prop- erly. In a sudden st...

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    4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. Wa...

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    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 latch plate down the webbing to allow it to retract fully. Warning! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. ...

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

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    Seat belts in passenger seating positions the seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with automatic locking retractors (alr) which are used to secure a child restraint system. For additional information, refer to “installing child re- straints using the vehicle seat belt” under t...

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    Position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 years old and under should always be properly re- strained in the rear seat. How to engage the automatic locking mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extr...

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

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    When ahrs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the ahr. This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear imp...

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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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    2. Position the hands on the top of the deployed ahr at a comfortable position. 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Hand positioning points on ahr 1 — downward movement 2 — rearward movement 66 things to know before starting your vehi...

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    4. The ahr front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. 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 autho...

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    Enhanced seat belt use reminder system (beltalert®) beltalert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger beltalert®) to fasten their seat belts. The feature is active whenever the ignition is on. If the driver or front seat passenger is unbelted...

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    Seat belt lock out the center rear seat belt system has a lock out feature that will not allow you to extract the center webbing unless the rear seat upper latch is engaged. Seat belts and pregnant women we recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the moth...

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    Supplemental restraint system (srs) — air bags this vehicle has advanced front air bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s advanced front air bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s advanced front air b...

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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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    Air bag system components your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: • occupant restraint controller (orc) • air bag warning light • steering wheel and column • instrument panel • knee impact bolsters • driver advanced front air bag • passenger advanced front air bag ...

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    Warning! • no objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel, because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate. • do not put anything on or around the air bag covers or attempt to open them manually. Y...

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    When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only. Supplemental side air bag inflatable curtain (sabic) sabic air...

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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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    Always sit upright as possible with your back against the seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the appropriate sized child restraint, infant restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. Sab and sabic air bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint syste...

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    Orc deploys the advanced front air bags, supplemen- tal driver side knee air bag, sabic air bags, sab air bags, and front seat belt pretensioners, as required, depending on several factors, including the severity and type of impact. Advanced front air bags and supplemental driver side knee air bag a...

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    The orc monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the start or on/run position. If the key is in the off position, in the acc position, or not in the ignition, the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. The orc contai...

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

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    Supplemental driver side knee air bag inflator unit the supplemental driver side knee air bag unit is located in the instrument panel trim beneath the steering column. When the orc detects a collision requiring the air bag, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of non-toxic gas is generate...

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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 a deployment occurs the advanced front air bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment. Note: front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag system. If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any or al...

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    Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you. Warning! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and th...

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

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    Note: if the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the occupant restraint controller (orc) may also be disabled. The air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to “fuses” in “maintaining your vehicle...

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    Note: edr data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the edr under normal driving conditions and no per- sonal data (e.G., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law en- forcement, could combin...

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    Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable safety standards. You should also make sure that you can install it in the vehicle where you will use it. Note: for additional information, refer to www.Seatcheck.Org or call 1–866–seatcheck. Ca...

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

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

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    Have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should 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 t...

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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-equipped child seats without using the vehicle’s seat belts. Some seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages. In these seating positions, the seat belt must be used with the top tether anchorage to install the child restraint. Please see the following table for m...

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    Child restraint latch positions what is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the latch anchorage system to attach the child restraint? 65 lbs (29.5 kg) use the latch anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5...

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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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    Center seat latch — second row 60/40 do not install a child restraint in the center position using the latch system. Use the seat belt and tether anchor to install a child seat in the center seating position. Warning! Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more than one child restraint. Please...

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    2. Pull down on the tether to unhook it from the plastic seat backing. 3. Raise the armrest and attach the tether hook to the strap located on the front of the arm rest. Center seat position arm rest tether center seat position arm rest tether attached 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 1...

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    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. See the section “installing child restraints using the vehicle seat belt” to check what type of seat...

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    How to stow an unused alr seatbelt when using the latch attaching system to install a child restraint, stow all alr seat belts that are not being used by other occupants or being used to secure child restraints. An unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and accidentally lock the seatb...

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    Not necessary to use a locking clip. The alr retractor can be “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract back into the retractor. If it is locked, the alr will make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the r...

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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 for- ward 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 restr...

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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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    8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. Refer to “lower anchors and tethers for chil- dren (latch) restraint system” for directions to attach a tether anchor. 9. Test...

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    4. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle seat. 5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the tether str...

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    Installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage. If there is no top tether anchorage for t...

  • Page 111

    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...

  • Page 112

    6. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. 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 tet...

  • Page 113

    Installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage — center seating position for center seating position route the tether strap over the seatback and headrest then attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat. Transporting pets air bags deploying in the front seat cou...

  • Page 114

    The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “maintenance procedures...

  • Page 115

    Warning! (continued) • be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. 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 avoi...

  • Page 116

    Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, ...

  • Page 117

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

  • Page 118

    Warning! (continued) • never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and interfer- ing with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle. • never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top of already inst...

  • Page 119

    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 120: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . .128 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 ▫ o...

  • Page 121

    䡵 seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 ▫ power seats — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 ▫ passenger’s power seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 ▫ power lumbar — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .147 ▫ manual front seats forward/rearward adjustment . ....

  • Page 122

    ▫ automatic high beam — if equipped . . . . . .172 ▫ daytime running lights — if equipped . . . . .173 ▫ automatic headlight leveling — hid headlights only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173 ▫ adaptive bi-xenon high intensity discharge headlights — if equipped. . . . . . . .174 ▫ headlight del...

  • Page 123

    䡵 power tilt/telescoping steering column — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187 䡵 heated steering wheel — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188 䡵 electronic speed control — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190 ▫ to activate . . . . . . ....

  • Page 124

    ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215 ▫ normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode . . .216 ▫ forward collision warning (fcw) with mitigation — if equipped . . . . . .218 䡵 parksense® rear park assist — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223 ▫ parksen...

  • Page 125

    ▫ turning parkview® on or off — with uconnect® 8.4a/8.4an . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .245 䡵 overhead console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .246 ▫ front map/reading lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .246 ▫ courtesy lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247 ▫ sunglasses bin door ...

  • Page 126

    䡵 commandview® sunroof with power shade — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .261 ▫ opening sunroof — express . . . . . . . . . . . . . .262 ▫ opening sunroof — manual mode . . . . . . . . .262 ▫ closing sunroof — express. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .263 ▫ closing sunroof — manual mode . . ....

  • Page 127

    ▫ rear cargo tie-downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .280 䡵 rear window features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282 ▫ rear window wiper/washer . . . . . . . . . . . . .282 ▫ rear window defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 䡵 roof luggage rack — if equipped . . . . .284 126 understanding the ...

  • Page 128

    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 129

    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 130

    Assist call the rear view mirror contains an assist push button which automatically connects the vehicle occupants to one of several predefined locations for immediate sup- port: • roadside assistance – if you get a flat tire, or need a tow, just press the assist button and you’ll be con- nected to ...

  • Page 131

    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 132

    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 133

    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 134

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

  • Page 135

    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 136

    Blind spot monitoring (bsm) — if equipped the blind spot monitoring (bsm) system uses two radar- based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicl...

  • Page 137

    Note: • the bsm system does not alert the driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the de- tection zones. • the bsm system detection zone does not change if your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle and trailer bef...

  • Page 138

    The bsm system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary. The bsm system will issue an alert during these types of zone entries. Entering from the side vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side o...

  • Page 139

    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). Overtaking traffic if you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains ...

  • Page 140

    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. Overtaking/approaching overtaking/passing 3 un...

  • Page 141

    The bsm system will not alert you of objects that are traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes. Stationary objects opposing traffic 140 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 142

    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 143

    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 144

    Blind spot alert when operating in blind spot alert mode, the bsm system will provide a visual alert in the appropriate side view mirror based on a detected object. However, when the system is operating in rcp, the system will respond with both visual and audible alerts when a detected object is pre...

  • Page 145

    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 and used seats seats are part of the occupant restraint system of the vehicle. Warning! • it is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, ins...

  • Page 146

    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 147

    The seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position is reached. Warning! • adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • seats shoul...

  • Page 148

    Adjusting the seat up or down the height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position is reached. Tilting the seat up or down the angle of the seat cushion can...

  • Page 149

    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 150

    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 151

    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 152

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

  • Page 153

    When the hi-level setting is selected, the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation. Then, the heat output will drop to the normal hi-level. If the hi-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to lo-level after a maximum of 60 minutes ...

  • Page 154

    When the hi-level setting is selected, the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation. Then, the heat output will drop to the normal hi-level. If the hi-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to lo-level after a maximum of 60 minutes ...

  • Page 155

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

  • Page 156

    Note: the engine must be running for the ventilated seats to operate. Vehicles equipped with remote start on models that are equipped with remote start, the driver’s ventilated seat can be programmed to come on during a remote start. Refer to “remote starting system — if equipped” in “things to know...

  • Page 157

    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 158

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

  • Page 159

    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 160

    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 161

    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 162

    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 163

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

  • Page 164

    Driver memory seat — if equipped this feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles for easy recall through a memory switch. Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat, side mirrors, and power tilt and telescopic steering column (if equipped) ...

  • Page 165

    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 166

    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 167

    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 168

    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 169

    Note: the easy entry/exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The easy entry/exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the uconnect® system screen. Refer to “customer- pro- grammable features — uconnect® access 8.4 settings ” in “understanding your instru...

  • Page 170

    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 vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in...

  • Page 171

    To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. When the headlight switch is on the parking lights, taillights, license plate light and instrument panel lights are also turned on. To turn off the headlights, rotate the headlight switch back to the o (off) position. Note: • your veh...

  • Page 172

    Automatic headlights — if equipped this system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch to the a (auto) position. When the system is on, the headlight delay feature is also on. This means the headlights will st...

  • Page 173

    Automatic high beam — if equipped the automatic high beam system provides increased forward lighting at night by automating high beam control through the use of a digital camera mounted on the inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle specific light and automatically switches from high bea...

  • Page 174

    To deactivate 1. Pull the multifunction lever toward you (or rearward in car) to manually deactivate the system (normal operation of low beams). 2. Push back on the multifunction lever once again to reactivate the system. Daytime running lights — if equipped the daytime running lights (low intensity...

  • Page 175

    Adaptive bi-xenon high intensity discharge headlights — if equipped this system automatically swivels the headlight beam pattern horizontally to provide increased illumination in the direction the vehicle is steering. Note: • each time the adaptive headlight system is turned on, the headlights will ...

  • Page 176

    Parking lights and panel lights to turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn off the parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to the o (off) position. Fog lights — if equipped the fog lights are turned on by rotating the headlight ...

  • Page 177

    Interior lights courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating wheel on the right side of the headlight switch) is rotated to the its farthest upward position, or if equipped, when the unlock button is pressed on the remote keyless entry (rk...

  • Page 178

    Lights-on reminder if the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on after the ignition is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened. Battery saver to protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights. I...

  • Page 179

    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 lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry (rke) is pressed. Courtesy ligh...

  • Page 180

    Ambient light the overhead console is equipped with an ambient light feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- ity of the floor center console and prndl area. Multifunction lever the multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Ambient light multifunctio...

  • Page 181

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

  • Page 182

    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. Multifunction lever windshield wiper operation 3 understanding the features of your vehi...

  • Page 183

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

  • Page 184

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

  • Page 185

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

  • Page 186

    Note: • the rain sensing feature will not operate when the wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position. • the rain sensing feature may not function properly when ice, or dried salt water is present on the wind- shield. • use of rain-x® or products containing wax or silicone may reduce rain sen...

  • Page 187

    Remote start mode inhibit — on vehicles equipped with remote starting system, rain sensing wipers are not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start mode. Once the operator is in the vehicle and has placed the ignition switch in the run position, rain sensing wiper operation can resume, if ...

  • Page 188

    Warning! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death. Power tilt/telescoping st...

  • Page 189

    Note: for vehicles equipped with driver memory seat, you can use your remote keyless entry (rke) transmit- ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic steering column to pre- programmed positions. Refer to “driver memory seat” in this section for further in...

  • Page 190

    Note: the engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate. Controls soft-key heated steering wheel soft-key 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 189.

  • Page 191

    Vehicles equipped with remote start on models that are equipped with remote start, the heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a remote start. Refer to “remote starting system — if equipped” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” for further information. Warning! • person...

  • Page 192

    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 193

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

  • Page 194

    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). Note: tap results of 1 mph or 1 km/h depends on selection of us or metric units in the evic display settings menu, or the radio settings...

  • Page 195

    Warning! Electronic speed control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and have an accident. Do not use electronic speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-cov...

  • Page 196

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

  • Page 197

    Warning! (continued) • when entering a turn lane or highway off ramp; when driving on roads that are winding, icy, snow- covered, slippery, or have steep uphill or downhill slopes. • when towing a trailer up or down steep slopes. • when circumstances do not allow safe driving at a constant speed. Fa...

  • Page 198

    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 199

    Note: you cannot enable acc under the following conditions: • when in four-wheel drive low. • when you apply the brakes. • when the parking brake is set. • when the automatic transmission is in park, re- verse or neutral. • when the vehicle speed is outside of the speed range. • when the brakes are ...

  • Page 200

    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. (continued) warning! (continued) you could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the system off when you are not using it...

  • Page 201

    When you remove your foot from the accelerator pedal ; the vehicle speed will go back to the set speed, or to the speed of the target vehicle whose speed is less than the set speed. To cancel the following conditions cancel the system: • the brake pedal is applied. • you depress the brake pedal. • y...

  • Page 202

    To resume if there is a set speed in memory press the res (resume) button and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The evic will display the last set speed. Note: you can resume acc from a minimum of 20 mph (32 km/h). Warning! The resume function should only be used if traffic and road ...

  • Page 203

    If the set - 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 reflected in the evic display. Note: • when you override and push the set + button or set - button, the new speed vehicle is tr...

  • Page 204

    Distance setting 4 bars (longest) distance setting 3 bars (long) 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 203.

  • Page 205

    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). Distance setting 2 bars (medium) distance setting 1 bar (short) 204 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 206

    To decrease the distance setting, press the distance setting —decrease button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting decreases by one bar (shorter). If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed. If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the same l...

  • Page 207

    When this occurs, you should immediately apply the brakes as needed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead. Overtake aid when driving with acc engaged and following a target vehicle, the system will provide an additional accelera- tion to assist in passing vehicles in front. This additio...

  • Page 208

    Adaptive cruise control (acc) menu the evic displays the current acc system settings. The evic is located in the center of the instrument cluster. The information it displays depends on acc system status. Press the adaptive cruise control (acc) on/ off button (located on the steering wheel) until on...

  • Page 209

    Display warnings and maintenance “wipe front radar sensor in front of vehicle” warning the “acc / fcw unavailable wipe front radar sensor” warning will display and also a chime will indicate when conditions temporarily limit system performance. This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, suc...

  • Page 210

    To keep the acc system operating properly, it is impor- tant to note the following maintenance items: • always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to damage the sensor lens. • do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so could cause an acc s...

  • Page 211

    “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 212

    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 213

    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 214

    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 215

    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...

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    Stationary objects and vehicles acc does not react to stationary objects and stationary vehicles. For example, acc will not react in situations where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and the vehicle ahead is stopped in your lane. Always be attentive and ready to apply the brakes if nece...

  • Page 217

    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 speeds. The normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode is designed to maintain a set cruising speed without requiring the driver to oper...

  • Page 218

    To vary the speed setting when the normal (fixed speed) cruise control is set, you can increase speed by pushing the set (+) button. If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established. Pressing the se...

  • Page 219

    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 220

    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 sensors as well as the electronic brake controller (ebc), to calculate the probabil...

  • Page 221

    Note: • the minimum speed for fcw activation is 5 mph (10 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. • it is unsafe to test the fc...

  • Page 222

    To turn the fcw system off, press the forward collision button once to turn the system off (led turns on). To turn the fcw system back on, press the forward collision button again to turn the system on (led turns off). Changing the fcw status to “off” prevents the system from warning you of a possib...

  • Page 223

    To change the fcw and active braking settings with uconnect® 5.0 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 “+ more” hard-key located on the lower right side of the uconnect® syst...

  • Page 224

    Path of the car, stationary objects that are far away, oncoming traffic, or leading vehicles with the same or higher rate of speed. • fcw will be disabled like acc, with the unavailable screens. Fcw limited warning if the system turns off, and the evic displays “acc/ fcw limited functionality” or “a...

  • Page 225

    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 226

    The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in the left and/or right rear regions based on the obstacle’s distance and location relative to the vehicle. If an obstacle is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single arc in the left and/or rig...

  • Page 227

    Slow tone fast tone 226 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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

  • Page 229

    Warning alerts rear distance (in/cm) greater than 79 in (200 cm) 79-39 in (200-100 cm) 39-25 in (100-65 cm) 25-12 in (65-30 cm) less than 12 in (30 cm) audible alert chime none single 1/2 second tone slow fast continuous arc none 4th solid 3rd solid 2nd flashing 1st flashing radio volume reduced no ...

  • Page 230

    Enabling and disabling parksense® parksense® can be enabled and disabled with the parksense® switch. When the parksense® switch is pressed to disable the system, the instrument cluster will display the “parksense off” message for approximately five seconds. Refer to “elec- tronic vehicle information...

  • Page 231

    Reverse and the system has detected a faulted condi- tion, the evic will display the ⬙parksense unavail- able wipe rear sensors ⬙ or ⬙parksense un- available service required ⬙ message for as long as the vehicle is in reverse. Under this condition, parksense will not operate. If “parksense unavailab...

  • Page 232

    • when you move the shift lever to the reverse position and parksense® is turned off, the evic will display “parksense off” message for as long as the vehicle is in reverse. • parksense®, when on, will reduce the volume of the radio when it is sounding a tone. • clean the parksense® sensors regularl...

  • Page 233

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

  • Page 234

    Up or moving forward, e.G. During a parking maneuver. Refer to parksense® system usage precautions for limi- tations of this system and recommendations. 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...

  • Page 235

    Parksense® warning display the parksense® warning screen will only be displayed if sound and display is selected from the customer - programmable features section of the uconnect® sys- tem. Refer to ⬙uconnect® settings” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further information. The parksense®...

  • Page 236

    Vehicle moves closer to the object, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from a single 1/2 second tone to slow, to fast, to continuous. Single 1/2 second tone slow tone 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 235.

  • Page 237

    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: fast tone continuous tone 236 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 238

    Warning alerts rear distance (in/cm) greater than 79 in (200 cm) 79-39 in (200-100 cm) 39-25 in (100-65 cm) 25-12 in (65-30 cm) less than 12 in (30 cm) front distance (in/cm) greater than 47 in (120 cm) 47-39 in (120-100 cm) 39-25 in (100-65 cm) 25-12 in (65-30 cm) less than 12 in (30 cm) audible al...

  • Page 239

    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. Adjustable chime volume settings front and rear chime volume settings can be ...

  • Page 240

    Service the parksense® park assist system during vehicle start up, when the parksense® system has detected a faulted condition, the instrument cluster will actuate a single chime, once per ignition cycle, and it will display the ⬙parksense unavailable wipe rear sensors ⬙, ⬙parksense unavailable wipe...

  • Page 241

    If the ⬙parksense unavailable service re- quired ⬙ message appears in the evic, see an authorized dealer. Cleaning the parksense® system clean the parksense® sensors with water, car wash soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not scratch or poke the sensors. Otherwise, you could ...

  • Page 242

    • use the parksense® switch to turn the parksense® system off if obstacles such as bicycle carriers, trailer hitches, etc. Are placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper. Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close obstacle as a sensor problem, causing the “parksen...

  • Page 243

    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 244

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

  • Page 245

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

  • Page 246

    Note: if snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. Turning parkview® on or off — with uconnect® 5.0 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press the “settings” button. 3. Press the “safety & assistance...

  • Page 247

    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 248

    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 249

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

  • Page 250

    Note: homelink® is disabled when the vehicle secu- rity alarm is active. Homelink® buttons/overhead consoles homelink® buttons/sunvisor/headliner 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 249.

  • Page 251

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

  • Page 252

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

  • Page 253

    5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “learn” or “training” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener/device motor. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “train- ing” button. On some garage door openers/devices t...

  • Page 254

    Programming a non-rolling code for programming garage door openers manufactured before 1995. 1. Cycle the ignition to the on/run position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the homelink® button you wish to pro- gram while keeping the homelink® indicator light in view...

  • Page 255

    3. Without releasing the button proceed with “program- ming a non-rolling code” step 2 and follow all remaining steps. Canadian/gate operator programming for programming transmitters in canada/united states that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission. Can...

  • Page 256

    4. Watch for the homelink® indicator to change flash rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases. The garage door may open and close while you are programming. 5. Press and hold the programmed homelink® button and observe the indicator light. • if t...

  • Page 257

    Security it is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn in your vehicle. To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note that all channels will be erased. Individual channels cannot be erased. The homelink® universal transceiver is...

  • Page 258

    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 259

    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 fob in or near the vehicle. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with keyless enter-n-go™ in th...

  • Page 260

    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 261

    Venting sunroof — express press and release the vent button within one half second and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is called “express vent”, and it will occur regardless of sunroof position. During express vent operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof. Sunshad...

  • Page 262

    Commandview® sunroof with power shade — if equipped the commandview® sunroof switch is located to the left between the sun visors on the overhead console. The power shade switch is located to the right between the sun visors on the overhead console. Commandview® sunroof and power shade switches 3 un...

  • Page 263

    Warning! • never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with keyless enter-n-go™ in the acc or on/run mode. Occupants, particularly unattended chil- dren, can become entrapped by the power sunroof w...

  • Page 264

    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 265

    Closing power shade — express press the switch forward and release it within one-half second and the shade will close automatically from any position. If the sunroof is completely closed the shade will close fully and stop automatically. This is called “express close”. During express close operation...

  • Page 266

    Sunroof maintenance use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. Ignition off operation the power sunroof switches can be programmed to remain active for up to approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off. Refer to “elec- tronic vehicle inform...

  • Page 267

    Caution! Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your new vehicle limited warranty. The front power outlet is located in...

  • Page 268

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

  • Page 269

    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 a yellow power outlet right rear quarter panel 3 — f93 fuse 20 a yellow cigar lighter instrument panel 268 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 270

    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 271

    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 272

    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 273

    Storage glove compartment the glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the latch and lower the glove box door. Rear cupholders glove compartment 272 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Door storage large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy access. Console features the center console contains both an upper and a lower storage area. Opened glove compartment door panel storage 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 273.

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    To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on the small latch located on the lid. Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the lower storage compartment. Storage compartment storage compartment latches 274 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    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 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 275.

  • Page 277

    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 278

    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 with a rear sub- woofer, the passenger side cargo area will not be avail- able. Three-press switch rear stor...

  • Page 279

    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 278 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 280

    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 281

    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 282

    Warning! • to help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes 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 t...

  • Page 283

    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 284

    Release of the switch, the wipers will resume the continu- ous rear wiper operation. When this rotary control is in the off position, rotating it downward will activate the rear washer pump which will continue to operate as long as the switch is held. Once the switch is released it will return to th...

  • Page 285

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

  • Page 286

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

  • Page 287

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

  • Page 288: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . .289 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . .291 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 ▫...

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    ▫ customer programmable features — uconnect® access 8.4 settings . . . . . . . . . . . .341 䡵 uconnect® radios — if equipped . . . . . . . .363 䡵 ipod®/usb/mp3 control — if equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .363 䡵 steering wheel audio controls — if equipped . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 290

    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 290 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...

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    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 294

    10. Malfunction indicator light (mil) the malfunction indicator light (mil) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called obd ii that monitors engine and automatic transmission con- trol systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the on/run position before engine start. If the bulb does ...

  • Page 295

    11. Electronic park brake failure indicator — if equipped this light indicates the electronic parking brake system requires service. 12. Temperature gauge the temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operati...

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

  • Page 297

    Note: the light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- tions. The vehicle should have service performed, and the brake fluid level checked. If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- sary. Warning! Driving a vehicle with the red brake l...

  • Page 298

    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 299

    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...

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    When the appropriate conditions exist, this display shows the electronic vehicle information center (evic) messages. Refer to “electronic vehicle information cen- ter” of your owners manual for more information. 17. Selectable evic menu this area of the cluster will display the evic selectable menu....

  • Page 301

    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 302

    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 switches mounted on the steering wh...

  • Page 303

    • speed warning • diagnostic codes 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 (main gauge, mph/km/h, vehicle info, te...

  • Page 304

    • right arrow button press and release the right arrow button to access the information screens or sub-menu screens of a main menu item. • back/left arrow button press and release the left arrow button to access the information screens or sub-menu screens of a main menu item. • ok button press the o...

  • Page 305

    7. Air suspension status 8. 4wd status 9. Selectable gauge 2 10. Selectable gauge 1 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- i...

  • Page 306

    • five second unstored messages when the appropriate conditions occur, this type of message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An example of this message type is “automatic high beams on”. Engine oil change indicator system oil change req...

  • Page 307

    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 308

    • 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 309

    • autostick unavailable service required • automatic unavailable use autostick service req. • transmission getting hot press brake • trans. Hot stop safely shift to park wait to cool • transmission cool ready to drive • service transmission • service shifter • engage park brake to prevent rolling • ...

  • Page 310

    The reconfigurable telltales section is divided into the white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the middle, and red telltales on the left. Evic amber telltales this area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- tales. These telltales include: • low fuel telltale when the fuel leve...

  • Page 311

    • service adaptive cruise control this light will turn on when a acc is not operating and needs service. For further infor- mation, refer to “adaptive cruise control (acc)” in “understanding the features of your vehicle.” • electronic park brake failure this telltale indicates that there is an elect...

  • Page 312

    • oil temperature warning light this telltale indicates engine oil temperature is high. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. • charging system light this light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. If the light stays on or...

  • Page 313

    • engine temperature warning light 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...

  • Page 314

    Evic selectable menu items press and release the up or down arrow buttons until the desired selectable menu icon is highlighted in the evic. Digital speedometer press and release the up or down arrow button until the digital display icon is high- lighted in the evic. Press and release the right arro...

  • Page 315

    Press and release the up or down arrow button until “tire pressure” is highlighted in the evic. Press and release the right arrow button and one of the following will be displayed: if tire pressure is ok for all tires a vehicle icon is displayed with tire pressure values in each corner of the icon. ...

  • Page 316

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

  • Page 317

    Audio press and release the up or down arrow button until the audio display icon is high- lighted in the evic. Press and release the right arrow button to scroll through the sub-menus and press the ok button display the active source. Screen setup press and release the up or down arrow button until ...

  • Page 318

    Diagnostics — if equipped press and release the up or down arrow button until the diagnostics display icon is highlighted in the evic. Press and release the right arrow button to display the diagnostic trouble codes and descriptions. Screen setup driver selectable items odometer • standard (prnd) ge...

  • Page 319

    Upper right • none • compass (default setting) • outside temp • time • range to empty (rte) • average mpg/l/100km • current mpg/l/100km • trip a • trip b restore to defaults (restores all settings to default settings) • cancel • okay uconnect® settings the uconnect® system uses a combination of soft...

  • Page 320

    Uconnect® 5.0 soft-keys and hard-keys 1 — uconnect® soft-keys 2 — uconnect® hard-keys uconnect® 8.4 soft-keys and hard-keys 1 — uconnect® soft-keys 2 — uconnect® hard-keys 4 understanding your instrument panel 319.

  • Page 321

    Hard-keys hard-keys are located below the uconnect® 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 instrument panel. Turn the control knob to scroll through menus and change settin...

  • Page 322

    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 back hard-key to return to the previous menu or press the x soft-key to close out of the settings screen. Pressing the up or down arrow soft-keys on the right side...

  • Page 323

    • set language when in this display, you may select one of multiple languages (english / français / español) for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navi- gation system (if equipped). Touch the set language soft-key, then touch the desired language soft-key until a check-m...

  • Page 324

    • touchscreen beep when in this display, you may turn on or shut off the sound heard when a touch screen button (soft-key) is pressed. Touch the touchscreen beep soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return t...

  • Page 325

    • set date when in this display, you may set the date manually. Touch the set date soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- lected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Safety / assistance after pressing the safety / assistan...

  • Page 326

    To return to the previous menu. For further information, refer to “forward collision warning (fcw) with mitiga- tion” in “understanding the features of your vehicle.” • parksense® the parksense® system will scan for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in reverse and the v...

  • Page 327

    Make your selection, touch the parksense® rear chime volume soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to set- ting, indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Parksense® will retain its last known configuration state through ignition ...

  • Page 328

    Your selection, touch the lane departure warning soft- key until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. • tilt mirrors in reverse when this feature is selected, the exterior sideview mirrors w...

  • Page 329

    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 330

    • parkview® backup camera static gridlines your vehicle may be equipped with the parkview® rear back up camera static guidelines that allows you to see straight grid line overlay over the parkview back up camera display whenever the shift lever is put into re- verse. The image will be displayed on t...

  • Page 331

    To set the parkview® backup camera delay press the “controls” soft-key, the “settings” soft-key, then the “safety & driving assistance” soft-key. Press the “parkview backup camera delay” soft-key to turn the parkview® delay on or off. • rain sensing auto wipers when this feature is selected, the sys...

  • Page 332

    • auto park brake (manual vehicles) when this feature is selected, the vehicle will automati- cally set the park brake at key off. To make your selection, touch the auto park brake soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the back arr...

  • Page 333

    • 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. To change the illuminated approach status, touch the + or - soft-key to select your...

  • Page 334

    • flash headlights with lock when this feature is selected, the headlights will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected. To make your selection, touch the flash h...

  • Page 335

    • 1st press of key fob unlocks when 1st press of key fob unlocks is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter unlock button. When 1st press of key fob unlocks is selected, you must press the rke transmitter unlock button twice to un...

  • Page 336

    To setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Note: the seat will return to the memorized seat location (if recall memory with remote key unlock is set to on) when the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter is used to unlock the doo...

  • Page 337

    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 338

    Note: keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as ipod’s, mobile phones, lap- tops 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 tou...

  • Page 339

    • 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 340

    Phone/bluetooth® after pressing the phone/bluetooth® soft-key the fol- lowing settings will be available: • paired devices this feature shows which phones are paired to the phone / bluetooth® system. For further information, refer to your uconnect® supplement manual. Air suspension – if equipped aft...

  • Page 341

    • transport mode when this feature is selected the air suspension system is disabled to assist with flat bed towing. Touch the box next to your selection and a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check-mark is removed showing the system has been deacti...

  • Page 342

    Touch the subscription info soft-key to access the sub- scription information screen. Write down the sirius id numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on the screen or visit the provider online. Note: siriusxm travel link is a separate subscription and is...

  • Page 343

    Remote start, engine off operation, compass settings, audio, phone/bluetooth and siriusxm setup. Note: only one touchscreen area may be selected at a time. 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 ...

  • Page 344

    • display brightness with headlights off when in this display, you may select the brightness with the headlights off. Adjust the brightness 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. • set theme when in...

  • Page 345

    • voice response length when in this display, you may change the voice re- sponse length settings. To change the voice response length, touch the brief or detailed soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return...

  • Page 346

    Appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. • set time hours when in this display, you may adjust the hours. The sync with gps time soft-key must be unchecked. To make your selection touch the + or - soft-keys to ...

  • Page 347

    The setting for more dynamic driving, select the near setting. This warns you of a possible collision when you are much closer to the vehicle in front of you. To change the fcw status, touch and release the near or far button. Then touch the arrow back soft-key. For further information, refer to “ad...

  • Page 348

    Apply to the steering wheel to correct for vehicle lane departure can be set at low, medium or high. To make your selection, touch the lane departure warning soft- key until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return t...

  • Page 349

    Volume soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to set- ting, indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Parksense® will retain its last known configuration state through ignition cycles. • parksense® park assist braking when this fe...

  • Page 350

    • blind spot alert when this feature is selected, the blind spot alert feature provides alerts, visual and/or audible, to indicate objects in your blind spot. The blind spot alert feature can be activated in “lights” mode. When this mode is selected, the blind spot monitor (bsm) system is activated ...

  • Page 351

    Until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. • parkview® backup camera active guidelines your vehicle may be equipped with the parkview® rear back up camera active guidelines that allows you t...

  • Page 352

    • parkview® backup camera fixed guidelines your vehicle may be equipped with the parkview® rear back up camera fixed guidelines that allows you to see fixed guidelines over the parkview back up camera display whenever the shift lever is put into reverse. The image will be displayed on the radio touc...

  • Page 353

    • hill start assist — if equipped when this feature is selected, the hill start assist (hsa) system is active. Refer to “electronic brake control system” in “starting and operating” for system function and operating information. To make your selection, touch the hill start assist soft-key, until a c...

  • Page 354

    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 355

    Check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. • flash headlights with lock when this feature is selected, the headlights will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the remote keyless entry (rke) tr...

  • Page 356

    • 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 357

    Check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Refer to “keyless enter-n- go™” in “things to know before starting your vehicle”. • memory to fob — if equipped this feature provides automatic driver seat positi...

  • Page 358

    Seats soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Engine off options after pressing the engine off options soft-key the fol- lowing settings will be available. • engine off power delay whe...

  • Page 359

    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 360

    • 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 361

    • loudness — if equipped the radio automatically turns on when vehicle is in run or will recall whether it was on or off at last ignition off. To make your selection, touch the loudness soft-key, select on or off followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key. Phone/bluetooth after pressing the phone/...

  • Page 362

    • tire jack mode when this feature is selected the air suspension system is disabled to assist with changing a spare tire. Touch the box next to your selection and a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check-mark is removed showing the system has been ...

  • Page 363

    • subscription information new vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to siriusxm satellite radio with your radio. Following the expiration of the free services, it will be necessary to access the information on the subscription information screen in order to re-...

  • Page 364

    Clear personal data after pressing the clear personal data settings soft-key the following settings will be available: • clear personal data when this feature is selected it will remove personal data including bluetooth® devices and presets. To clear per- sonal data touch the yes or no soft-key. A c...

  • Page 365

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

  • Page 366

    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 of the current track, or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play. If you press the switc...

  • Page 367

    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 368

    General overview hard-keys the hard-keys are located below the uconnect® screen. Soft-keys soft-keys are accessible on the uconnect® system screen. Automatic climate controls — hard-keys uconnect® 5.0 automatic temperature controls — soft-keys 4 understanding your instrument panel 367.

  • Page 369

    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 370

    4. Auto operation button automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing this function will cause the atc to switch between manual mode and automatic modes. Refer to “automatic operation” for more information. 5. Front defrost button pre...

  • Page 371

    Caution! (continued) • do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. • keep all objects a safe distance from the window. 7. Passenger temperature control up button provides the passenger with independent temperature control. Push the hard-...

  • Page 372

    10. Blower control blower control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system. There are seven blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will cause automatic mode to switch to manual operation. The speeds can be selected using either hard-keys or soft-keys as follows:...

  • Page 373

    Bi-level mode air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. Note: bi-level mode is designed under comfort con- ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floo...

  • Page 374

    Note: in sync mode, this button will also automatically adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same time. 14. Driver temperature control up button provides the driver with independent temperature con- trol. Push the hard-key button for warmer temperature settings or on the touch-screen, pre...

  • Page 375

    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 376

    Note: in cold weather, use of recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation feature may be unavailable (soft button greyed out). The recircu- lation mode is not allowed in defrost mode to improve window clearing operation. Recirculation will be disabled automatically if ...

  • Page 377

    Manual operation the system allows for manual selection of blower speed, air distribution mode, a/c status and recirculation con- trol. The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by adjusting the blower control. The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected. ...

  • Page 378

    Adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again. 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 pro...

  • Page 379

    Control setting suggestions for various weather conditions 378 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 380: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .385 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .385 ▫ keyless enter-n-go™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .386 ▫ normal starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .387 ▫ extreme cold weather (...

  • Page 381

    ▫ shifting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407 ▫ quadra-drive® ii system – if equipped. . . . . .412 䡵 selec-terrain™ — if equipped . . . . . . . .412 ▫ description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412 ▫ electronic vehicle information center (evic) display message...

  • Page 382

    䡵 fuel saver technology 5.7l engine only – if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .432 䡵 parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .432 䡵 electronic brake control system . . . .434 ▫ anti-lock brake system (abs) . . . . . . . . . . . .435 ▫ traction control system (tcs) . . . ...

  • Page 383

    ▫ tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .466 ▫ tire pressures for high speed operation . . . .468 ▫ radial ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468 ▫ all season tires – if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .469 ▫ summer or three season tires – if equipped. . .469 ▫ sn...

  • Page 384

    ▫ gasoline/oxygenate blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487 ▫ e-85 usage in non-flex fuel vehicles . . . . . . .488 ▫ mmt in gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .489 ▫ materials added to fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .489 ▫ fuel system cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49...

  • Page 385

    ▫ towing requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507 ▫ towing tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .512 䡵 snow plow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .514 䡵 recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .515 ▫ towing this vehic...

  • Page 386

    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 387

    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 388

    Normal starting using the engine start/stop button 1. The transmission must be in park or neutral. 2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pressing the engine start/stop button once. 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will disengage...

  • Page 389

    Note: if the ignition switch is left in the acc or run (engine not running) position and the transmission is in park, the system will automatically time out after 30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the off position. Engine start/stop button functions – with driver’s foot off th...

  • Page 390

    If engine fails to start warning! • never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury. • do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equippe...

  • Page 391

    3. Press and release the engine start/stop button once. The starter motor will engage automatically, run for 10 seconds, and then disengage. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “normal starting” procedure. After starting the idl...

  • Page 392

    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 393

    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 394

    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 395

    • the overall driving performance will be more conser- vative. • some eco mode functions may be temporarily inhib- ited based on temperature and other factors. Note: when sport mode is enabled, the vehicle’s air suspension system will operate in “aero” mode. Please refer to “quadra lift” within this...

  • Page 396

    The transmission shift lever provides park, reverse, neutral, drive and sport shift positions. Once in the drive range, tapping the shift lever rearward will toggle between sport mode and drive mode. You do not need to press the shift lever button when toggling between drive and sport modes. Manual ...

  • Page 397

    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 398

    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 399

    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 400

    Caution! (continued) • before moving the shift lever out of park, you must start the engine, and also press the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift lever could result. The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission into the park posi- tion: • when sh...

  • Page 401

    Caution! Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other reason with the transmission in neutral can cause severe transmission damage. Refer to “recreational towing” in “starting and operating” and “towing a disabled vehicle” in “what to do in emergencies” for further information. Drive this ...

  • Page 402

    Switch between drive and sport modes, tap the shift lever rearward. Sport mode is only accessible from drive. Note: when sport mode is enabled, the vehicle’s air suspension system will operate in “aero” mode. Please refer to “quadra lift” within this section for further information. Transmission lim...

  • Page 403

    4. Wait approximately 30 seconds. 5. Restart the engine. 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will return to normal operation. Note: even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest po...

  • Page 404

    In paddle shift mode, the transmission will shift up or down when (+/-) is manually selected by the driver, unless an engine lugging or overspeed condition would result. It will remain in the selected gear until another upshift or downshift is chosen, except as described below. • the transmission wi...

  • Page 405

    To disengage paddle shift mode, press and hold the (+) shift paddle until ⬙d⬙ or ⬙s⬙ is once again displayed in the instrument cluster. You can shift in or out of paddle shift mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. Warning! Do not downshift for additional engine braking...

  • Page 406

    Quadra-trac ii® operating instructions/ precautions – if equipped the quadra-trac ii® transfer case is fully automatic in the normal driving 4wd auto mode. The quadra-trac ii® transfer case provides three mode positions: • 4wd hi • neutral • 4wd low this transfer case is fully automatic in the 4wd h...

  • Page 407

    Warning! (continued) the parking brake. The transfer case neutral (n) position disengages both the front and rear drive shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehi...

  • Page 408

    Shifting procedures 4wd hi to 4wd low with the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), the ignition switch in the on position or the engine running, shift the transmission into neutral, and press the “4wd low” button once on the transfer case switch. The “4wd low” indicator light in the instr...

  • Page 409

    Note: if shift conditions/interlocks are not met, or a transfer case motor temperature protection condition exists, a “for 4x4 low slow below 3 mph (5 km/h) put trans in n press 4 low” message will flash from the electronic vehicle information center (evic). Refer to “electronic vehicle information ...

  • Page 410

    Shifting into neutral (n) warning! You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the neutral position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case neutral position disengages both the front and rear drive shafts from the p...

  • Page 411

    6. After the shift is completed and the neutral (n) light stays on, release the neutral (n) button. 7. Shift the transmission into reverse. 8. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement. Note: if shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a “to tow vehicle sa...

  • Page 412

    6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the recessed transfer case neutral (n) button (lo- cated by the selector switch) for one second. 7. When the neutral (n) indicator light turns off, release the neutral (n) button. 8. After the neutral (n) button has been released, the transf...

  • Page 413

    • the ignition switch must be in the on/run position for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the on/run position, the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing. • a flashing neutral (n) p...

  • Page 414

    Selec-terrain™ consists of the following positions: • snow – tuning set for additional stability in inclement weather. Use on and off road on loose traction surfaces such as snow. When in snow mode (depending on certain operating conditions), the transmission may use second gear (rather than first g...

  • Page 415

    • mud – off road calibration for use on low traction surfaces such as mud. Driveline is maximized for traction. Some binding may be felt on less forgiving surfaces. The electronic brake controls are set to limit traction control management of throttle and wheel spin. If equipped with air suspension,...

  • Page 416

    • normal ride height (nrh) – this is the standard position of the suspension and is meant for normal driving. • off-road 1 (or1) (raises the vehicle approximately 1.3 in (33 mm) – this is the primary position for all off-road driving until or2 is needed. A smoother and more comfortable ride will res...

  • Page 417

    • off-road 2 (or2) (raises the vehicle approximately 2.6 in (65 mm) – this position is intended for off- roading use only where maximum ground clearance is required. To enter or2, press the “up” button twice from the nrh position or once from the or1 position while vehicle speed is below 20 mph (32 ...

  • Page 418

    • entry/exit mode (lowers the vehicle approximately 1.5 in (38 mm) – this position lowers the vehicle for easier passenger entry and exit as well as lowering the rear of the vehicle for easier loading and unloading of cargo. To enter entry/exit mode, press the “down” button once from (nrh) while the...

  • Page 419

    The system requires that the engine be running for all changes. When lowering the vehicle all of the doors, including the liftgate, must be closed. If a door is opened at any time while the vehicle is lowering the change will not be completed until the open door(s) is closed. The quadra-lift™ air su...

  • Page 420

    Air suspension modes the air suspension system has multiple modes to protect the system in unique situations: tire/jack mode to assist with changing a spare tire, the air suspension system has a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be disabled. Refer to “uconnect® access settings” in “unde...

  • Page 421

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) display messages when the appropriate conditions exist, a message will appear in the evic display. Refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further information. An audible chime will be heard whe...

  • Page 422

    Automatic height changes will occur based on vehicle speed and the current vehicle height. The indicator lamps and evic messages will operate the same for automatic changes and user requested changes. • off-road 2 (or2) – indicator lamps 4, 5, and 6 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in or2. • ...

  • Page 423

    • transport mode - no indicator lamps will be illumi- nated. Customer driving will disable transport mode. • tire/jack mode - indicator lamps 3 and 6 will be illuminated. Customer driving will disable tire/jack mode. • wheel alignment mode - indicator lamps 3 and 4 will be illuminated. Customer driv...

  • Page 424

    Quadra-lift™ – if equipped when off-roading, it is recommended that the lowest useable vehicle height that will clear the current obstacle or terrain be selected. The vehicle height should then be raised as required by the changes in terrain. The selec-terrain™ switch will automatically change the v...

  • Page 425

    Low speed pulling power is needed. Vehicle speeds in excess of 25 mph (40 km/h) should be avoided when in 4wd low range. Warning! Do not drive in 4wd-low range on dry pavement; driveline damage may result. 4wd-low range locks front and rear drivelines together and does not allow for differential act...

  • Page 426

    Try to determine the depth and the bottom condition (and location of any obstacles) prior to entering. Proceed with caution and maintain a steady controlled speed less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water to minimize wave effects. Flowing water if the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm run-...

  • Page 427

    Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads, be- cause engine braking may cause skidding and loss of control. Hill climbing note: before attempting to climb a hill, determine the conditions at the crest and/or on the other side. Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a lower ge...

  • Page 428

    Traction downhill shift the transmission into a low gear, and the transfer case into 4wd low range. Let the vehicle go slowly down the hill with all four wheels turning against engine compression drag. This will permit you to control the vehicle speed and direction. When descending mountains or hill...

  • Page 429

    • check for accumulations of plants or brush. These things could be a fire hazard. They might hide damage to fuel lines, brake hoses, axle pinion seals, and propeller shafts. • after extended operation in mud, sand, water, or similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake rotors, wheels, br...

  • Page 430

    Caution! Extreme steering maneuvers may cause the electri- cally driven pump to reduce or stop power steering assistance in order to prevent damage to the system. Normal operation will resume once the system is allowed to cool. If the “service power steering” message and a flashing icon are displaye...

  • Page 431

    5.7l engine 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 to s...

  • Page 432

    Power steering fluid check checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an aut...

  • Page 433

    Fuel saver technology 5.7l engine only – 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...

  • Page 434

    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 435

    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 s...

  • Page 436

    Four-wheel drive with the mp 3023 two-speed transfer case, hill descent control (hdc), selec speed control (ssc). 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 lo...

  • Page 437

    On a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if esc system is in the “partial off” mode. Refer to “elec- tronic stability...

  • Page 438

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

  • Page 439

    Electronic stability control (esc) this system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. Esc cor- rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or unders...

  • Page 440

    Warning! (continued) hydroplaning. Esc also cannot prevent collisions resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappro- priate driver input for the conditions. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent collisions. The capabilities of an esc equipped vehicle must never be exploited...

  • Page 441

    Features of esc function normally. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than esc would nor- mally allow is required to gain traction. To turn esc on again, momentarily press the “esc off” switch. This will restore the normal ...

  • Page 442

    4wd high range or neutral to 4wd low range, the esc system will be in the “partial off” mode. Trailer sway control (tsc) tsc uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces- sively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate actions to attempt to stop the sway. The system may reduce engine power...

  • Page 443

    System will release brake pressure in proportion to the amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended direction of travel. Hsa activation criteria the following criteria must be met in order for hsa to activate: • vehicle must be stopped. • vehicle must be on a 6% (approxi...

  • Page 444

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

  • Page 445

    Ready alert braking – if equipped ready alert braking may reduce the time required to reach full braking during emergency braking situations. It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is released by the driver. When the throttle is released very...

  • Page 446

    Hill descent control (hdc) — if equipped (four-wheel drive models with mp3023 two-speed transfer case only) hdc is intended for low speed off road driving while in 4wd low range. Hdc maintains vehicle speed while descending hills during various driving situations. Hdc controls vehicle speed by activ...

  • Page 447

    Activating hdc once hdc is enabled it will activate automatically if driven down a grade of sufficient magnitude (greater than approximately 8%). The set speed for hdc is selectable by the driver, and can be adjusted by using the paddle shifter. The following summarizes the hdc set speeds: • p = no ...

  • Page 448

    Deactivating hdc hdc will be deactivated but remain available if any of the following conditions occur: • driver overrides hdc set speed with throttle or brake application. • vehicle speed exceeds 20 mph (32 km/h) but remains below 40 mph (64 km/h). • vehicle is on a downhill grade of insufficient m...

  • Page 449

    Feedback to the driver: the instrument cluster has a hdc icon and a hdc switch which has an led which offers feedback to the driver about the state hdc is in. • the cluster icon and switch lamp will illuminate and remain on solid when hdc is enabled or activated. This is the normal operating conditi...

  • Page 450

    Select speed control (ssc) — if equipped (four-wheel drive models with mp3023 two-speed transfer case only) ssc is intended for off road driving in 4wd low range only. Ssc maintains vehicle speed by actively controlling engine torque and brakes. Ssc has three states: 1. Off (feature is not enabled a...

  • Page 451

    Enabling ssc ssc is enabled by pressing the ssc switch, but the following conditions must also be met to enable ssc: • driveline is in 4wd low range • vehicle speed is below 5mph • parking brake is released • driver door is closed • driver is not applying throttle activating ssc once ssc is enabled ...

  • Page 452

    • 4th = 2.5 mph (4 km/h) • 5th = 3.1 mph (5 km/h) • 6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h) • 7th = 4.3 mph (7 km/h) • 8th = 5.0 mph (8 km/h) note: during ssc the +/- paddle shifter input is used for ssc target speed selection and will put the transmis- sion into ers but will not affect the gear chosen by the transm...

  • Page 453

    Disabling ssc ssc will deactivate and be disabled if any of the follow- ing conditions occur: • the driver presses the ssc switch • the driveline is shifted out of 4wd low range. • the parking brake is applied. • driver door opens. • the vehicle is driven faster than 20 mph (32 km/h) for longer than...

  • Page 454

    Warning! Ssc is only intended to assist the driver in control- ling vehicle speed when driving in off road condi- tions. The driver must remain attentive to the driving conditions and is responsible for maintaining a safe vehicle speed. Esc activation/malfunction indicator light and esc off indicato...

  • Page 455

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

  • Page 456

    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 457

    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 458

    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 459

    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 460

    Example: dot ma l9 abcd 0301 01 = number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) — 01 means the year 2001 — prior to july 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured. Example: 031 could represen...

  • Page 461

    Term definition maximum inflation pressure the maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire. The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall. Recommended cold tire inflation pressure vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation...

  • Page 462

    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 b-pillar location for tire and loading information placard tire and loading information placard 5 starting and op...

  • Page 463

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

  • Page 464

    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 465

    464 starting and operating.

  • Page 466

    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 467

    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 468

    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 469

    Tire pressures for high speed operation the manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and 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 ...

  • Page 470

    Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and additional information. Damaged run flat tires, or run flat tires that have experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- diately with another run flat tire of identical size and service description (load index and speed code). All sea...

  • Page 471

    Original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- hibit s...

  • Page 472

    Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any given time. Warning! Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear...

  • Page 473

    Warning! Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the speed listed on the limit-use spare wheel. Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on your tire and loading inf...

  • Page 474

    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. Refer to replacement tires in this section for further informa- tion. Life of tir...

  • Page 475

    Warning! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. You could lose control and have a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with...

  • Page 476

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

  • Page 477

    • install on rear tires only • due to limited clearance, the security chain company (scc) super z6 low profile traction device or equiva- lent is recommended on p265/60r18 or 265/50r20 tires. Warning! Using tires of different size and type (m+s, snow) between front and rear axles can cause unpredict...

  • Page 478

    Caution! (continued) • observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- tions on the method of installation, operating speed, and conditions for use. Always use the suggested operating speed of the device manufac- turer’s if it is less than 30 mph (48 km/h). • do not use traction devices on a com...

  • Page 479

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

  • Page 480

    The outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three-hour pe...

  • Page 481

    Light will still be on. In this situation, the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will turn off only after the tires have been inflated to the vehicle’s recommended cold tire pressure value. Caution! • the tpms has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. Tpms pressures have ...

  • Page 482

    • driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. • the tpms is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- nance, and i...

  • Page 483

    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 in a different color on the graphic display to the vehicle’s recommended cold tire pressure displayed in the ⬙inflate tire to xxx⬙ message. The system wi...

  • Page 484

    Service tpm system warning the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will flash on and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a system fault is detected. The system fault will also sound a chime. The evic will display a “service tpm sys- tem” message for a minimum of five seconds. This messa...

  • Page 485

    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 system⬙ message will not be present, and a pressure value will be displayed i...

  • Page 486

    Note: there is no tire pressure monitoring sensor in the spare tire. The tpms will not be able to monitor the tire pressure. If you install the spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, the tire pressure monitori...

  • Page 487

    • this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration. The tpm sensors are regulated under one of the follow- ing licenses: united states mrxmerctx1 canada 2546a-merctx1 fuel requirements 3.6l engine – if equipped this engine is designed to ...

  • Page 488

    Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required. Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- ence these symptoms,...

  • Page 489

    Caution! Do not use gasoline containing methanol or gaso- line containing more than 10% ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and drivability prob- lems, damage critical fuel system components, cause emissions to exceed the applicable standard, and/or cause the “malfunction indicator l...

  • Page 490

    To fix a non-ffv vehicle inadvertently fueled once with e-85 perform the following: • drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer) • change the engine oil and oil filter • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the engine controller memory more extensive repairs will be required for prolo...

  • Page 491

    Fuel system cautions caution! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • the use of leaded gas is prohibited by federal law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor- mance and damage the emissions control system. • an out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfu...

  • Page 492

    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 493

    Caution! Only vehicles with the e-85 fuel filler door label can operate on e-85. Ethanol fuel (e-85) e-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. Warning! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- ing materi...

  • Page 494

    For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternat- ing between e-85 and unleaded gasoline is recom- mended. When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: • you do not add less than 5 gallons (19 liters) when refueling • you drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at least ...

  • Page 495

    Starting the characteristics of e-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0°f (-18°c). In the range of 0°f (-18°c) to 32°f (0°c), you may experience an increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and a deterioration in driveability (sags and/or hesitations...

  • Page 496

    Adding fuel 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under the headlamp switch). 2. Open the fuel filler door. Note: in certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the fuel door to break the ice buildup and re-release the fuel doo...

  • Page 497

    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 flapper door to open. 5. Fill the v...

  • Page 498

    Warning! • never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled. • never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula- tions and may cause the “malfunction indicator light” to turn on. • ...

  • Page 499

    Note: if the fuel door does not latch after the manual release cable has been activated, the actuator latch should be manually returned to the closed position. Vehicle loading certification label as required by national highway traffic safety admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certific...

  • Page 500

    Rear axle systems (gawr). Total load must be limited so gvwr and front and rear gawr are not exceeded. 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) th...

  • Page 501

    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 502

    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 the new vehicle limited war...

  • Page 503

    Warning! (continued) you use a standard weight-carrying hitch, you could lose control of your vehicle and cause a collision. Gross combination weight rating (gcwr) the gcwr is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. Gross axle weight rating (gawr) the ga...

  • Page 504

    Trailer sway control the trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveli...

  • Page 505

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

  • Page 506

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) the following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain: engine model frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Trailer tongue wt. (see note) 3.6l 4x2 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 6,200 lbs (2 812 kg) 620 ...

  • Page 507

    Note: the trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the weight referenced on the tire and loading information placard. Refer to “tire safety information” in “starting and operating” for further information. The addition of...

  • Page 508

    Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • the tongue weight of the trailer • the weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle • the weight of the driver and all passengers. Note: remember that everything put into or on the t...

  • Page 509

    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 510

    Warning! (continued) 2. Gtw 3. Gawr 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized. Towing requirements – tires • do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. • proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to...

  • Page 511

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

  • Page 512

    Towing requirements – trailer lights and wiring whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The trailer tow package may include a four- and seven- pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer har- nes...

  • Page 513

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

  • Page 514

    Note: using a lower gear while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, will improve perfor- mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces- sive shifting and heat buildup. This action will also provide better engine braking. Paddle shift mode • when using the paddle shift switche...

  • Page 515

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

  • Page 516

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle towing condition wheel off the ground two-wheel drive models four-wheel drive models flat tow none not allowed see instructions • transmission in park • transfer case in neutral (n) • tow in forward direction dol...

  • Page 517

    Note: vehicles equipped with quadra-lift™ must be placed in transport mode before tying them down (from the body) on a trailer or flatbed truck. Refer to “quadra- lift™ – if equipped” in “starting and operating” for more information. If the vehicle cannot be placed in transport mode (for example, en...

  • Page 518

    Recreational towing – quadra–trac ii® /quadra–drive® ii four-wheel drive models the transfer case must be shifted into neutral (n) and the transmission must be in park for recreational tow- ing. The neutral (n) selection button is adjacent to the transfer case selector switch. Shifts into and out of...

  • Page 519

    Shifting into neutral (n) warning! You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the neutral (n) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case neutral (n) position disengages both the front and rear drive- shafts f...

  • Page 520

    5. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the recessed transfer case neutral (n) button (located by the selector switch) for four seconds. The light behind the n symbol will blink, indicating shift in progress. The light will stop blinking (stay on solid) when the shift to neutral (...

  • Page 521

    9. Shift the transmission back into neutral 10. With the transmission and transfer case in neu- tral, press and hold the engine start/stop button until the engine turns off. Turning the engine off will automatically place the transmission in park. 11. Press the engine stop/start button again (with- ...

  • Page 522

    • if the vehicle is equipped with quadra-lift™ air suspension, the engine should be started and left running for a minimum of 60 seconds (with all the doors closed) at least once every 24 hours. This process allows the air suspension to adjust the vehicle’s ride height to compensate for temperature ...

  • Page 523

    7. When the neutral (n) indicator light turns off, release the neutral (n) button. After the neu- tral (n) button has been released, the transfer case will shift to the position indicated by the selector switch. 8. Shift the transmission into park. Turn the engine off. 9. Release the brake pedal. 10...

  • Page 524: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . .524 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . .524 䡵 jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . .525 ▫ jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526 ▫ spare tire stowage . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 525

    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 526

    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 527

    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. Jack location the scissor-type jack and tire changin...

  • Page 528

    Note: the funnel for the cap-less fuel system is located on top of the spare tire. If your vehicle is out of fuel and an auxiliary fuel can is needed, insert the funnel into the filler neck and proceed to fill the vehicle. For more information on the cap-less fuel system refer to “adding fuel” in “s...

  • Page 529

    5. Turn the ignition off. 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. Note: passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 7. For vehicles equipped ...

  • Page 530

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

  • Page 531

    4. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged. Jack and tool assembly jacking locations 530 what to do in emergencies.

  • Page 532

    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. Lift point symbol on sill molding front jacking lo...

  • Page 533

    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. Lift point symbol on sill molding rear jacking location 532 what to do i...

  • Page 534

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

  • Page 535

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

  • Page 536

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

  • Page 537

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

  • Page 538

    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 539

    2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal accessories. 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote posi- tive (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove it. 4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set ...

  • Page 540

    2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the remote negative (-) p...

  • Page 541

    Caution! Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.E., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prev...

  • Page 542

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

  • Page 543

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

  • Page 544

    In order to move the vehicle in cases where the transmis- sion will not shift out of park (such as a dead battery), a manual park release is available. Follow these steps to use the manual park release: 1. Firmly apply the parking brake. 2. Open the center console and locate the manual park release ...

  • Page 545

    4. 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. Release latch released position 544 what to do in emerg...

  • Page 546

    To disengage the manual park release lever: 1. To disengage the manual park release apply tension upward while pushing the release latch towards the tether to unlock the lever. 2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has been unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks into position...

  • Page 547

    Towing a disabled vehicle this section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the trans- mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “recreational towing” in the “starting and operating” section. Note:...

  • Page 548

    Towing condi- tion wheels off the ground 2wd models 4wd models flat tow none if transmission is operable: • transmission in neutral • 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed • 30 miles (48 km) max distance see instructions in “recreational tow- ing” under “starting and operating” • transmission in park • transfe...

  • Page 549

    Caution! Do not use sling type equipment when towing. When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam- age to your vehicle may result from improper towing. Two-wheel drive models the manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with all four wh...

  • Page 550

    Four-wheel drive models the manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels off the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and the opposite end on a towing dolly. If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transfer case is operable, vehicl...

  • Page 552: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 3.6l . . . . . . . . . .553 䡵 engine compartment — 5.7l . . . . . . . . . .554 䡵 onboard diagnostic system (obd ii) . . .555 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . .555 䡵 replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 553

    ▫ transfer case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .581 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .582 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .584 䡵 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5...

  • Page 554

    Engine compartment — 3.6l 1 — power distribution center (fuses) 6 — air cleaner filter 2 — engine oil dipstick 7 — washer fluid reservoir 3 — engine oil fill 8 — coolant pressure cap (radiator) 4 — brake fluid reservoir 9 — engine coolant reservoir 5 — power steering fluid reservoir 7 maintaining yo...

  • Page 555

    Engine compartment — 5.7l 1 — power distribution center 5 — washer fluid reservoir 2 — engine oil fill 6 — engine oil dipstick 3 — brake fluid reservoir 7 — coolant pressure cap (radiator) 4 — air cleaner filter 8 — engine coolant reservoir 554 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 556

    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 557

    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 ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- ment...

  • Page 558

    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 559

    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 560

    Engine oil checking oil level to assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, 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 up en...

  • Page 561

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

  • Page 562

    Engine oil viscosity – 5.7l engine mopar® sae 5w-20 engine oil or equivalent pennzoil® or shell helix® is recommended for all operating tem- peratures. This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy. The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosit...

  • Page 563

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

  • Page 564

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

  • Page 565

    Caution! • it is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked posi- tive (+) and negative (-) and are identified on the battery case. Cable clamps should b...

  • Page 566

    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 567

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

  • Page 568

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

  • Page 569

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

  • Page 570

    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 571

    When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe 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 temperat...

  • Page 572

    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 573

    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 574

    Cooling system warning! You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiat...

  • Page 575

    Cooling system – drain, flush, and refill if the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and flush with oat coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to ms-12106). Refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Selection of...

  • Page 576

    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 577

    (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 the proper level of protection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area whe...

  • Page 578

    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 579

    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 580

    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 581

    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 582

    The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 n·m). Caution! Do not overtighten 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 and...

  • Page 583

    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 584

    Caution! (continued) in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in this section for fluid specifica- tions. Special additives the manufacturer strongly recommends against usi...

  • Page 585

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

  • Page 586

    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 587

    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 588

    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 589

    Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and mopar® total clean. ...

  • Page 590

    Glass surfaces all glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with mopar® glass cleaner, or any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win- dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window ...

  • Page 591

    Fuses power distribution center the power distribution center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains car- tridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity nu...

  • Page 592

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f03 60 amp yellow rad fan 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 emission sensors (diesel engine only) f09 40 amp gr...

  • Page 593

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f22 20 amp yellow engine control module f23 30 amp pink body controller #1 f24 30 amp pink driver door module f25 30 amp pink front wipers f26 30 amp pink antilock brakes/ stability control module/valves f28 20 amp yellow trailer tow backup lights - if eq...

  • Page 594

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f39 30 amp pink power liftgate - if equipped f40 10 amp red daytime running lights f42 20 amp yellow horn f44 10 amp red diagnostic port f46 10 amp red tire pressure monitor f49 10 amp red integrated central stack / climate control cavity cartridge fuse m...

  • Page 595

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f57 15 amp blue transmission f59 10 amp red purging pump (die- sel engine only) f60 15 amp blue transmission con- trol module f62 10 amp red air conditioning clutch f63 20 amp yellow ignition coils (gas), urea heater (diesel) f64 25 amp natural fuel injec...

  • Page 596

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f76 10 amp red antilock brakes/ electronic stability control 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 / c...

  • Page 597

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description 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 lighter f94 10 amp red shifter / transfer case module f95 10 amp red rear camera / ...

  • Page 598

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f101 15 amp blue electrochromatic mirror/smart high beams - if equipped f103 10 amp red cabin heater (diesel engine only) f104 20 amp yellow power outlets (in- strument panel/ center console) caution! • when installing the power distribution center cover,...

  • Page 599

    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: • disconnect the negative cable from the battery. • anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.E. Vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air ...

  • Page 600

    Exterior bulbs bulb number headlamps (low beam) h11 premium headlamps (low/high beam) d3s (serviced at authorized dealer) headlamps (high beam) 9005 premium park/turn signal lamp led - (service at authorized dealer) daytime running lamp (drl) 3157k premium daytime running lamp (drl) led - (service a...

  • Page 601

    Bulb number rear body side tail lamps led - (service at authorized dealer) chmsl - center high mounted stop lamp led - (service at autho- rized 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 authorize...

  • Page 602

    Note: on vehicles equipped with high intensity dis- charge (hid) headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to the lamps. This dimin- ishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges. Halogen headlamps – if equipped 1. Open the hood. 2. Turn th...

  • Page 603

    2. Firmly grasp the bulb by the two latches and squeeze them together to unlock the bulb from the back of the front fog lamp housing. 3. Pull the bulb straight out from the keyed opening in the housing. Caution! • do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten b...

  • Page 604

    4. Twist socket counter clockwise and remove from lamp. 5. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 6. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the lamp assembly. 1 — rear stop lamp bulb socket 2 — led tail connector – do not remove 3 — rear turn signal bulb socket 7 maintaining your ...

  • Page 605

    Rear liftgate mounted tail lamp 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Use a fiber stick or flat blade screw driver to pry the lower trim from the liftgate. 3. Continue removing the trim. 4. Disconnect the two trim panel lights. 5. Tail lamps are now visible. Rotate socket(s) counter clockwise. Rear liftgate tai...

  • Page 606

    6. Remove/replace bulb(s). 7. Reinstall the socket(s) 8. Reverse process to reinstall the liftgate trim. Center high-mounted stop lamp (chmsl) the center high mounted stop lamp is led. Service at authorized dealer. Rear license lamp 1. The rear license lamps are led. Service at authorized dealer 1 —...

  • Page 607

    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 3.6l and 5.7l engines 25 gallons 94 liters engine oil with filter 3.6l engine (sae 5w-20, api certified) 6 quarts 5.6 liters 5.7l engine (sae 5w-20, api certified) 7 quarts 6.6 liters cooling system* 3.6l engine (mopar® antifreeze/engine coolant 10 yea...

  • Page 608

    Fluids, lubricants and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine coolant we recommend you use mopar® antifreeze/coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula oat (organic additive technology). Engine oil – 3.6l engine we recommend you use api certified sae 5w-20 engine oil, meet...

  • Page 609

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine oil filter we recommend you use mopar® engine oil filter or equivalent. Spark plugs – 3.6l engine we recommend you use mopar® spark plugs (gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]) spark plugs – 5.7l engine we recommend you use mopar® spark plugs (gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm...

  • Page 610

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part transfer case – single-speed (quadra-trac i®) we recommend you use shell automatic transmission fluid 3353. Transfer case – two-speed (quadra-trac ii®) we recommend you use mopar® atf+4® automatic transmission fluid. Axle differential (front) we recommend ...

  • Page 612: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . .612 ▫ maintenance chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .614 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 613

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

  • Page 614

    Required maintenance refer to the maintenance schedules on the following pages for required maintenance. At every oil change interval as indicated by oil change indicator system: • change oil and filter. • rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu- lar wear, even if it occurs before the o...

  • Page 615

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

  • Page 616

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

  • Page 617

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

  • Page 618

    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 620: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .621 ▫ prepare for the appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .621 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .621 ▫ be reasonable with requests . . . . ....

  • Page 621

    䡵 publication order forms . . . . . . . . . . . .626 䡵 department of transportation uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . .627 ▫ treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .628 ▫ traction grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .628 ▫ temperature grades. . . . . . ...

  • Page 622

    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 623

    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 624

    Chrysler canada inc. Customer center p.O. Box 1621 windsor, ontario n9a 4h6 phone: (800) 465–2001 english / (800) 387–9983 french 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 ass...

  • Page 625

    Service contract you may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer’s new vehicle limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a manufactur...

  • Page 626

    Warning! (continued) products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi- cals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Warranty information see the warranty information booklet, located on the dvd, for the terms and provisions of chrysler group ...

  • Page 627

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

  • Page 628

    Diagnostic procedure manuals diagnostic procedure manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and features. They show exactly how to find and cor...

  • Page 629

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

  • Page 630

    Temperature grades the temperature grades are a (the highest), b, and c, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the mater...

  • Page 632: Index

    Index 10

  • Page 633

    Adaptive cruise control (acc) (cruise control) . . .194 adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .575 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .489 airbag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 634

    Fluid type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .582 gear ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395 special additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .583 auxiliary electrical outlet (power outlet) . . . . . . . .265 auxiliary power outlet . . . . ....

  • Page 635

    Car washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .585 cellular phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .366 center high mounted stop light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .605 certification label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .498 chains, tire . . . . ....

  • Page 636

    Daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173 dealer service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557 defroster, rear window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 defroster, windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 dipsticks oil (engine) . ...

  • Page 637

    Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573 exhaust gas caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .389 flooded, starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .389 fuel requirements . . . . ...

  • Page 638

    Flooded engine starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .389 fluid capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .606 fluid leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 fluid level checks automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .583 brake ....

  • Page 639

    Gasoline, clean air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487 gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .486 gasoline, reformulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487 gauges coolant temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .294 fuel . . . . . ....

  • Page 640

    Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291 instrument panel and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289 instrument panel lens cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .589 interior appearance care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .587 intermittent wipers (delay wipers...

  • Page 641

    Bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .600 cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277 center mounted stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .605 daytime running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173 dimmer switch, headlight . . . . . ...

  • Page 642

    Maintenance procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .558 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .612 malfunction indicator light (check engine). . . . . . .293 manual, service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .626 memory feature (memory seat) . . . ....

  • Page 643

    Identification logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .560 materials added to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .561 recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .560 synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .561 viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 644

    Preparation for jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .527 pretensioners seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 programming transmitters (remote keyless entry) . .23 quadra-lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414 quadra-trac . . ....

  • Page 645

    Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .625 restraints, child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 restraints, occupant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 retractable cargo area cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .279 roll over warning . . ....

  • Page 646

    Sentry key programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 sentry key replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 service assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .621 service contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .624 service manuals . . . . ...

  • Page 647

    Supplemental restraint system - airbag . . . . . . . . . .70 suspension, air. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414 sway control, trailer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .441 synthetic engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .561 system, remote starting . ....

  • Page 648

    Tongue weight/trailer weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .506 tow hooks, emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .542 towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501 guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .505 recreational . . . . . . ...

  • Page 649

    Vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .462 vehicle modifications/alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 vehicle storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .376 viscosity, engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .560 warning flasher, haz...

  • Page 650

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