Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015 Owner's Manual

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    Grand cherokee srt chrysler group llc o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2015 gr and cher ok ee srt 15wk742-126-aa first edition printed in u.S.A. 2 0 1 5.

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

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction contents ! Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ! Rollover warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ! How to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 ! Warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 ! 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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    Read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. Note: after reviewing the owner information, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc- ing and remain with the vehicle w...

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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...

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    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents ! A word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ keyless ignition node (kin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ ignition or accessory on message . . . . . . . . . .15 ! Sentr...

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    ! Remote starting system — if equipped . . .27 ▫ how to use remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 ! Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 ▫ power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 ▫ child-protection door lock system — rear doors . . . . . . . . ...

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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) • do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. Caution! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition off and lock all doors when leavin...

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    Key fob to try to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. If the vehicle security light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electron- ics. Sho...

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    Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer. This procedure consists of programming a blank key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob is one that has never been programmed. Note: when having the sentry key® immobilizer sys- tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with y...

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    Note: the panic and security alarms are quite different. Please take a moment to activate the panic and the security modes to hear the differences in the horn. In case one should go off in the future, you will need to know which mode has been activated in order to deactivate it. Rearming the system ...

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    To disarm the system the vehicle security alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods: • press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. • grasp the passive entry unlock door handle (refer to # keyless enter-n-go™# in #things to know before starting your vehicle# ...

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    Tamper alert if something has triggered the vehicle security alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times and the exterior lights blink three times when you unlock the doors. Check the vehicle for tampering. Illuminated entry — if equipped the courtesy lights will turn on when you use the ...

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    Note: driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all rke transmit- ter buttons for all rke transmitters. To unlock the doors and liftgate push and release the unlock button on the rke transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice within five seconds to ...

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    Flash lamps with lock this feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the rke transmit- ter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, refer to “uconnect® settings” in “understanding your instrument panel” for furth...

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    If the vehicle is equipped with passive entry, refer to “keyless enter-n-go™” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” for further information. Sound horn with lock this feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the rke transmitter. This feature can be turned on or ...

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    Transmitter battery replacement the recommended replacement battery is one cr2032 battery. Note: • perchlorate material — special handling may apply. Batteries could contain dangerous materials. Please dispose of them according to respect for environment and local laws. • used batteries are harmful ...

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    3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, located on the b...

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

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    • rke panic button not pressed • fuel meets minimum requirement • system not disabled from previous remote start event • vehicle security alarm not active warning! • do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon mon- oxide (co) which is odorless and c...

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    To enter remote start mode push and release the remote start button on the rke transmitter twice within five sec- onds. The parking lights will flash, vehicle doors will lock, and the horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Once the vehicle has started, the engine will run for 15 minutes. Note: • if ...

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    To exit remote start mode and drive the vehicle before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the unlock button on the rke transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the vehicle security alarm system (if equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle, press and release the start...

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    Note: manually locking the vehicle will not arm the vehicle security alarm. 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. • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the ...

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

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    If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door may be unlocked manually by raising the lock knob. Automatic door locks — if equipped the auto door lock feature default condition is enabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock autom...

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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 34 things to know before starting your vehicle.

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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® settings” in “understanding your instru- ment panel” for further info...

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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 release. Note: if “unlock all doors 1st press” is programmed in uconnect® settings, all doors will unlock when you push...

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    Do not grab the door handle, when pushing the door handle button. This could unlock the door(s). Note: • after pushing the door handle 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 ...

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

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    Warning! Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows. Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, 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 mode. O...

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    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 stop the window from going all the way up during the auto up operation, push down on the switch briefly. To...

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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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    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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    Note: if “unlock all doors 1st press” is programmed in uconnect® settings, all doors will unlock when you push the electronic liftgate release. If #unlock driver door 1st press# is programmed in uconnect® settings, the liftgate will unlock when you press the electronic liftgate release. For further ...

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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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    Note: • in the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap-in cover located on the lift- gate trim panel. • if liftgate is left open for an extended period of t...

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    • the power liftgate must be in the full open position for rear liftgate close button on the left rear trim, near the liftgate opening, to operate. If the liftgate is not fully open, press the liftgate button on the key fob twice to fully open the liftgate, and then press it twice to close. • if the...

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    • supplemental restraint systems (srs) air bags • supplemental active head restraints • child restraints important safety precautions please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as poss...

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    8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door and you could be injured. 9. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled per...

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    Switch is in the start or on/run position. If the driver or outboard front seat passenger is unbelted, the seat belt reminder light will turn on and remain on until both outboard front seat belts are buckled. The beltalert® warning sequence begins after the vehicle speed is over 5 mph (8 km/h) by bl...

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    Lap/shoulder belts all seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts. The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoul- der part of the seat belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. However, in ...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You ...

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    Warning! (continued) • a seat belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop, you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. • a seat belt that is worn under your arm is danger- ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces...

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    2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles equipped with a rear seat). Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go around your lap. 3...

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    Plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision. 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in t...

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    4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted. Adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage in the driver and front passenger seats, the top of the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the seat belt away from you...

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

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    Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the seat belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the seat belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision. Seat belt pretensioner the front ...

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    “child restraints” section of this manual. The table below defines the type of feature for each seating posi- tion. • alr = switchable automatic locking retractor • top tether anchorage symbol if the passenger seating position is equipped with an alr and is being used for normal usage: only pull the...

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    Feature. Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in a vehicle with a rear seat. Warning! • never place a rear-facing child restraint 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, inc...

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    Warning! (continued) • failure to replace the seat belt assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. • do not use the automatic locking mode to restrain occupants who are wearing the seat belt or children who are using booster seats. The locked mode is only used to install rear-facing o...

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    Warning! 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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    1. Grasp the deployed ahr from the rear seat. 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 64 things to know before starting your ve...

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    A — downward movement b — rearward movement c — final downward movement to engage locking mechanism 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....

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    • for safety reasons, have the active head restraints checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer. Supplemental restraint system (srs) air bag system components your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: • occupant restraint controller (orc) • air bag wa...

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    Warning! • being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during advanced front air bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • never place a rear-fa...

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

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

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    Way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The advanced front air bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to blink your eyes. The air bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger. Knee impact bolsters the knee impact bolsters help protect the knees of...

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    The sabs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury during certain side impact and certain rollover events, in addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body structure. When the sab deploys, it opens the seam on the out- board side of the seatback’s trim cover. Th...

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    Sabics may help reduce the risk of head injury to front and rear seat outboard occupants. Sabics may reduce the risk of injuries in certain side impact and vehicle rollover events, in addition to the injury reduction poten- tial provided by the seat belts and body structure. The sabics deploy downwa...

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    Warning! • your vehicle is equipped with left and right supplemental side air bag inflatable curtains (sabics). Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the deployment of the sabics. The trim covering above the side win- dows where the sabic and its deployment path are located sho...

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    Seat belts (and child restraints where appropriate) are necessary for your protection in all collisions. They also help keep you in position, away from inflating side air bags. To get the best protection from the side air bags, occupants must wear their seat belts properly and sit upright with their...

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    Deploys the left side air bags only and a right side impact deploys the right side air bags only. The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions, including some collisions at certain angles, or some side collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger compartment. The side air bags...

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    If you do have a collision, which deploys the air bags, any or all of the following may occur: • the air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the occupants as the air bags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to fric- tion rope burns or those you might get slid...

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    • after any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately. Enhanced accident response system in the event of an impact, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the orc will determine whether to have...

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    The orc contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. The orc turns on the air bag warning light in the instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition swi...

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

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    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: 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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    There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult seat belt. Always check the child seat owner’s manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your child. Carefully read and follow all the instruc- tions and warnings in...

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

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    Infants and child restraints safety experts recommend that children ride rear-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 restraint. Two types of child restraints can be used rear-facing: infant carriers and conv...

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

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    Warning! (continued) • when your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or latch anchor- ages, or remove it from the vehicle. Do not leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or accident, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal ...

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    2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front of the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the way back? 3. Does the shoulder belt cross the child’s shoulder between their neck and arm? 4. Is the lap part of the seat belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not th...

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

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

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    Latch positions for installing child restraints in this vehicle • lower anchorage symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • top tether anchorage symbol 90 things to know before starting your vehicle.

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

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

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    Locating the latch anchorages the lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, 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 child restraints...

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    Center arm rest tether for rear-facing child restraints secured in the center seat position with the vehicle seat belts, the rear center seat position has an armrest tether that secures the arm rest in the upward position. 1. To access the center seat arm rest tether, first lower the arm rest. The t...

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    Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu- facturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. To install a latch-compatible child restraint 1. If the selected seating position has a switchable auto- matic locking retract...

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    Move it to its rear-most position to make room for the child seat. You may also move the front seat forward to allow more room for the child seat. 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- ing position. 5. If the child restraint has ...

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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 seat...

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    Installing child restraints using the vehicle seat belt the seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a l...

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

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    Installing a child restraint with a switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. If the rear seat can be moved forward and r...

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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. See the section “installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage” for directions to attach a tether anchor. 9. Test...

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

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    Between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint. 4. For the 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 se...

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    Warning! • the top tether anchorages are not visible until the gap panel is folded down. Do not use the visible cargo tie down hooks, located on the floor behind the seats, to attach a child restraint tether anchor. • an incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possi...

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    It is recommended for the operator to observe the follow- ing driving behaviors during the new vehicle break-in period: 0 to 100 miles (0 to 161 km): • do not allow the engine to operate at idle for an extended period of time. • depress the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than halfway to avoid...

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    For the first 1500 mi (2414 km): • do not participate in track events, sport driving schools, or similar activities during the first 1500 mi (2414 km). Note: check engine oil with every refueling and add if necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be higher through the first oil change interval. Safe...

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

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

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

  • Page 113

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

  • Page 115: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents ! Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 ▫ inside day/night mirror — if equipped . . . .121 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . .121 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 ▫ outside mir...

  • Page 116

    ! Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141 ▫ power seats — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 ▫ passenger’s power seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 ▫ power lumbar — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .145 ▫ manual front seats forward/rearward adjustment . ....

  • Page 117

    ▫ daytime running lights — if equipped . . . . .169 ▫ automatic headlight leveling — hid headlights only. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169 ▫ adaptive bi-xenon high intensity discharge headlights — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169 ▫ headlight delay . . . . . ...

  • Page 118

    ! Power tilt/telescoping steering column — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 ! Heated steering wheel — if equipped . . .183 ! Electronic speed control — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184 ▫ to activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185 ▫ ...

  • Page 119

    ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 ▫ normal (fixed speed) electronic speed control mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 ! Forward collision warning (fcw) with mitigation — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .216 ▫ forward collision warning (fcw) with mit...

  • Page 120

    ▫ cleaning the parksense® system . . . . . . . . . .238 ▫ parksense® system usage precautions. . . . . . .238 ! Parkview® rear back up camera — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241 ! Overhead console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .243 ▫ front map/reading lights — if e...

  • Page 121

    ▫ sunroof maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258 ▫ ignition off operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258 ! Commandview® sunroof with power shade — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258 ▫ opening sunroof — express . . . . . . . . . . . . . .260 ▫ opening sunroof — man...

  • Page 122

    ! Cargo area features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274 ▫ rechargeable flashlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274 ▫ cargo storage bins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .275 ▫ retractable cargo area cover — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277 ▫ rear cargo tie-d...

  • Page 123

    Mirrors inside day/night 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 hea...

  • Page 124

    Left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. Note: the automatic dimming mirror feature is dis- abled when the vehicle is in reverse gear to improve re...

  • Page 125

    Note: the assist and 9–1–1 features operate through the uconnect® access service. These buttons will only operate as long as your uconnect® access service is active. Refer to your “uconnect® system supplement manual” for further information. Assist call the assist button is used to automatically con...

  • Page 126

    3. Once a connection between the vehicle and a 9-1-1 operator is made, the 9-1-1 call system may transmit the following important vehicle information to a 9-1-1 operator: • indication that the occupant placed a 9-1-1 call. • the vehicle brand. • the last known gps coordinates of the vehicle. 4. You ...

  • Page 127

    Warning! • if anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.G., fire or smoke is visible, dangerous road conditions or location), do not wait for voice contact from a 9-1-1 operator. All occupants should exit the vehicle immediately and move to a safe location. • the 9-1-1 call system is embedded into...

  • Page 128

    If the 9-1-1 call system detects a malfunction, any of the following may occur at the time the malfunction is detected, and at the beginning of each ignition cycle: • the rearview mirror light located between the assist and 9-1-1 buttons will continuously be illuminated red. • the phone screen will ...

  • Page 129

    Even if the 9-1-1 call system is fully functional, factors beyond chrysler group llc’s control may prevent or stop the 9-1-1 call system operation. These include, but are not limited to, the following factors: • the ignition key has been removed from the ignition and the delayed accessories mode is ...

  • Page 130

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

  • Page 131

    Power folding outside mirrors — if equipped if equipped with power folding mirrors, they can be electrically folded rearward and unfolded into the drive position. The switch for the power folding mirrors is located between the power mirror switches l (left) and r (right). Press the switch once and t...

  • Page 132

    You want to adjust. Using the mirror control switch, press on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move. Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional memory seat feature. Refer to “driver memory seat” in “understanding the features of your vehi...

  • Page 133

    Tilt mirrors in reverse (available with memory seat only) — if equipped tilt mirrors in reverse provides automatic outside mirror positioning which will aid the drivers view of the ground rearward of the front doors. Outside mirrors will move slightly downward from the present position when the vehi...

  • Page 134

    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 135

    The bsm detection zone covers approximately one lane width on both sides of the vehicle (12 ft or 3.8 m). The zone length starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends approximately 10 ft (3 m) beyond the rear bumper of the vehicle. The bsm system monitors the detection zones on both sides of t...

  • Page 136

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

  • Page 137

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

  • Page 138

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

  • Page 139

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

  • Page 140

    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 141

    Rcp monitors the rear detection zones on both sides of the vehicle, for objects that are moving toward the side of the vehicle with a minimum speed of approximately 3 mph (5 km/h), to objects moving a maximum of approximately 20 mph (32 km/h), such as in parking lot situations. Note: in a parking lo...

  • Page 142

    Modes of operation three selectable modes of operation are available in the uconnect® system. Refer to “uconnect® settings/ customer programmable features” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further information. Blind spot alert lights only when operating in blind spot alert mode, the bsm ...

  • Page 143

    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. General information this vehicle has systems that operate on radio frequency that comply with part 15 of the federal communi...

  • Page 144

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

  • Page 145

    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 146

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

  • Page 147

    The seat switch, the front of the seat cushion will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when you have reached the desired position. Power lumbar — if equipped vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may also be equipped with power lumbar. The power lumbar switch is...

  • Page 148

    Manual front seats forward/rearward adjustment some models may be equipped with a manual front passenger seat. The seat 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 the seat cu...

  • Page 149

    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 150

    Heated seats — if equipped on some models, the front and rear seats may be equipped with heaters located in the seat cushions and seat backs. Warning! • persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex...

  • Page 151

    • press the heated seat button once to turn the high setting on. • press the heated seat button a second time to turn the low setting on. • press the heated seat button a third time to turn the heating elements off. If the high-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to low-l...

  • Page 152

    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 153

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

  • Page 154

    Vehicles equipped with remote start on models that are equipped with remote start, the ventilated seats can be programed to come on during a remote start. This feature can be programmed through the uconnect® system. Refer to “uconnect® settings” in “understand- ing your instrument panel” for further...

  • Page 155

    When ahrs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to reduce the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the ahr. This system is design to reduce the risk of injury to the driver or front passenger in certain types of rear impacts. Refer to “occupant ...

  • Page 156

    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. Active head restraint (normal position) active head restraint (tilted) 154 understanding the features of your vehi...

  • Page 157

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

  • Page 158

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

  • Page 159

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

  • Page 160

    2. Fold the rear seat completely forward. To raise rear seat raise the rear seatback and lock it into place. If interfer- ence from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position. Warning! • be certain that the seatback is ...

  • Page 161

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

  • Page 162

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

  • Page 163

    2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.E., seat, side mirror, power tilt and telescopic steering column [if equipped], and radio station pre- sets). 3. Press and release the s (set) button on the memory switch. 4. Within five seconds, press and release either of the memory...

  • Page 164

    3. Once the profile has been recalled, press and release the set (s) button on the memory switch. 4. Within five seconds, press and release button (1) or (2) accordingly. “memory profile set” (1 or 2) will display in the instrument cluster. 5. Press and release the lock button on the rke transmitter...

  • Page 165

    Recall is cancelled, the driver’s seat, steering column (if equipped) and pedals (if equipped) stop moving. A delay of one second will occur before another recall can be selected. Easy entry/exit seat this feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering an...

  • Page 166

    To open and close the hood to open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. 2. Reach under the hood, move safety latch to the left and lift the hood. Hood release safety latch location 164 understanding th...

  • Page 167

    Caution! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the front 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...

  • Page 168

    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 ve...

  • Page 169

    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 170

    Specific light and automatically switches from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view. Note: • if the windshield or automatic high beam mirror is replaced, the automatic high beam mirror must be re-aimed to ensure proper performance. See your local authorized dealer. • ...

  • Page 171

    2. Push back on the multifunction lever once again to reactivate the system. Daytime running lights — if equipped the daytime running lights (bright intensity) come on whenever the engine is running, and the transmission is not in the park position. The lights will remain on until the ignition is sw...

  • Page 172

    Headlight delay to aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for approximately 90 seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition is turned off while the headlight switch is on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off. Headlight delay ...

  • Page 173

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

  • Page 174

    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 175

    Front map/reading lights — if equipped the front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- head console. Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night time visibility. To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The ...

  • Page 176

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

  • Page 177

    Multifunction lever the multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Turn signals move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. Note: if either light re...

  • Page 178

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

  • Page 179

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

  • Page 180

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

  • Page 181

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

  • Page 182

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

  • Page 183

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

  • Page 184

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

  • Page 185

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

  • Page 186

    Note: the engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate. 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 through the uconnect® system. Refer to “uconnect® settings” in “u...

  • Page 187

    The electronic speed control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. 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 ...

  • Page 188

    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 189

    The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of u.S. (mph) or metric (km/h): u.S. Speed (mph) • pressing the set + button once will result in a 1 mph increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 mph. • if the button is continually pressed, t...

  • Page 190

    • if the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established. To accelerate for passing press the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Using...

  • Page 191

    Adaptive cruise control (acc) — if equipped adaptive cruise control (acc) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control while traveling on highways and major roadways. However, it is not a safety system and not designed to prevent collisions. Acc will allow you to keep cruise control ...

  • Page 192

    Warning! (continued) • the acc system: • does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, and stationary objects (e.G., a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a disabled vehicle). • cannot take street, traffic, and weather conditions into account, and may be limited upon adverse sight distance condi...

  • Page 193

    Warning! (continued) • when circumstances do not allow safe driving at a constant speed. The cruise control system has two control modes: • adaptive cruise control mode for maintaining an appropriate distance between vehicles. • normal (fixed speed) electronic speed control mode for cruising at a co...

  • Page 194

    Adaptive cruise control (acc) operation the speed control buttons (located on the right side of the steering wheel) operates the acc system. Adaptive cruise control buttons 1 — normal (fixed speed) cruise control on/off 2 — set+/accel 3 — resume 4 — set-/decel 5 — distance setting — increase 6 — ada...

  • Page 195

    Note: any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications to the vehicle will effect the performance of the adaptive cruise control and forward collision warning system. Activating adaptive cruise control (acc) you can only engage acc if the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). The minimum set speed...

  • Page 196

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

  • Page 197

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

  • Page 198

    • the shift lever/gear selector is removed from the drive position. • the electronic stability control/traction control sys- tem (esc/tcs) activates. • the vehicle parking brake is applied. • driver seatbelt is unbuckled at low speeds. • driver door is opened at low speeds. • a trailer sway control ...

  • Page 199

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

  • Page 200

    • if the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the button is released. The increase in set speed is reflected in the did. To decrease speed while acc is set, the set speed can be decreased by pressing the set - button. The speed decrement ...

  • Page 201

    • the acc system applies the brake down to a full stop when following a target vehicle. If an acc host vehicle follows a target vehicle to a standstill, the host vehicle will release the vehicle brakes two seconds after com- ing to a full stop. • the acc system maintains set speed when driving up hi...

  • Page 202

    Distance setting 3 bars (long) distance setting 2 bars (medium) 200 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 203

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

  • Page 204

    • the system disengages. (refer to the information on acc activation). The maximum braking applied by acc is limited; how- ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if necessary. Note: the brake lights will illuminate whenever the acc system applies the brakes. A proximity warning will ...

  • Page 205

    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 additional acceleration is triggered when the driver utilizes the left turn signal. In locations with left hand drive traffic, ...

  • Page 206

    Warning! When the acc system is resumed, the driver must ensure that there are no pedestrians, vehicles or objects in the path of the vehicle. Failure to follow these warnings can result in a collision and death or serious personal injury. Adaptive cruise control (acc) menu the did displays the curr...

  • Page 207

    • acc proximity warning • acc unavailable warning • the did will return to the last display selected after five seconds of no acc display activity display warnings and maintenance “wipe front radar sensor in front of vehicle” warning the “acc/fcw unavailable wipe front radar sensor” warning will dis...

  • Page 208

    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 209

    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 acc system may also become temporarily blinded due to obstructions, such as mud, dirt, or ice on windshield and fog on the inside of glass...

  • Page 210

    If this occurs, try activating acc again later, following a key cycle. If the problem persists, see your authorized dealer. Precautions while driving with acc in certain driving situations, acc may have detection issues. In these cases, acc may brake late or unexpect- edly. The driver needs to stay ...

  • Page 211

    The vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume your original set speed. This is a part of normal acc system functionality. Note: on tight turns acc performance may be limited. Using acc on hills when driving on hills, acc may not detect a vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle...

  • Page 212

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

  • Page 213

    Narrow vehicles some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead. Stationary objects and vehicles acc does not react to stationary objects and ...

  • Page 214

    General information this vehicle has systems that operate on radio frequency that comply with part 15 of the federal communications commission (fcc) rules and with industry canada standards rss- gen/210/220/310. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. The device may not cause harmfu...

  • Page 215

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

  • Page 216

    • if the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to increase in 5 mph increments until the button is released. The increase in set speed is reflected in the did display. To decrease speed when the normal (fixed speed) cruise control is set, you can decrease speed by pressing the s...

  • Page 217

    To cancel the following conditions will cancel the normal (fixed speed) electronic speed control without clearing the memory: • the brake pedal is applied. • the cancel button is pressed. • the electronic stability control/traction control sys- tem (esc/tcs) activates. • the vehicle parking brake is...

  • Page 218

    Forward collision warning (fcw) with mitigation — if equipped forward collision warning (fcw) with mitigation operation the forward collision warning (fcw) system with mitigation provides the driver with audible warnings, visual warnings (within the did), and may apply a brake jerk to warn the drive...

  • Page 219

    When the system determines a collision with the vehicle in front of you is no longer probable, the warning message will be deactivated. 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 ...

  • Page 220

    Warning! Forward collision warning (fcw) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can fcw detect every type of potential collision. The driver has the responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the vehicle via braking and steering. Failure to follow this warning could lead to ser...

  • Page 221

    Changing fcw and active braking status the fcw sensitivity and active braking settings are programmable through the uconnect® system. Refer to “uconnect® settings” in “understanding your instru- ment panel” for further information. The default status of fcw is the “far” setting and the active brakin...

  • Page 222

    Condition that limited the system performance is no longer present, the system will return to its full perfor- mance state. If the problem persists, see your authorized dealer. Service fcw warning if the system turns off, and the did displays: • acc/fcw unavailable service required • cruise/fcw unav...

  • Page 223

    Parksense® sensors the four parksense® sensors, located in the rear fascia/ bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect obstacles from approximately 12 in (30 cm) up to 79 in (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal dire...

  • Page 224

    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 225

    Slow tone fast tone 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 223.

  • Page 226

    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 224 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 227

    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 228

    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 “driver information display (did)...

  • Page 229

    If “parksense unavailable wipe rear sen- sors” appears in the driver information display (did) make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition. If the message continues to appear, see ...

  • Page 230

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

  • Page 231

    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 232

    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 233

    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 234

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

  • Page 235

    Slow tone fast tone 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 233.

  • Page 236

    The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the did display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: continuous tone 234 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 237

    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 238

    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 239

    System requires service, the parksense® switch led will blink momentarily, and then the led will be on. 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 ignitio...

  • Page 240

    If the #parksense unavailable service re- quired# message appears in the did, 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 da...

  • Page 241

    • use the parksense® switch to turn the parksense® system off if objects 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 object as a sensor problem, causing the “parksense u...

  • Page 242

    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 243

    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/gear selector is put into reverse. The image will be displayed on the navigation...

  • Page 244

    When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its projected backup path based on the steering wheel position. The active guide lines will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle while a dashed center-...

  • Page 245

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

  • Page 246

    Front map/reading lights — if equipped lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light can be turned on by pressing the 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 also turn on wh...

  • Page 247

    Courtesy lights the courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a second time. 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 ...

  • Page 248

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

  • Page 249

    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 250

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

  • Page 251

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

  • Page 252

    2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the homelink® button you wish to program while keeping the homelink® indicator light in view. 3. Push and hold the homelink® button you want to program while you push and hold the hand-held transmitter button. 4. Continue to hold...

  • Page 253

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

  • Page 254

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

  • Page 255

    The homelink® universal transceiver is disabled when the vehicle security alarm is active. Troubleshooting tips if you are having trouble programming homelink®, here are some of the most common solutions: • replace the battery in the original hand-held transmit- ter. • push the learn button on the g...

  • Page 256

    Warning! (continued) use a garage door opener without these safety fea- tures. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the internet at homelink.Com for safety information or assis- tance. General information this device complies with fcc rules part 15 and industry canada rss-210. Operation is subject t...

  • Page 257

    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, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. Do ...

  • Page 258

    Warning! (continued) • do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object, to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result. Opening sunroof — express press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second and the sunroof w...

  • Page 259

    Pinch protect feature this feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during express close operation. If an ob- struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and ...

  • Page 260

    Sunroof maintenance use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. Ignition off operation note: • the power sunroof switch can remain active for up to approximately ten minutes after the vehicles ignition is cycled to the off position. Opening either front door will cancel...

  • Page 261

    Warning! • never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with keyless enter-n-go™ in the acc or on/run mode. Occupants, part...

  • Page 262

    Warning! (continued) • do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object, to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result. Opening sunroof — express press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof and ...

  • Page 263

    Opening power shade — express press the shade switch rearward and release it within one-half second and the shade will open automatically from any position. The shade will open and stop auto- matically at the half-open position. Press the shade switch rearward again and release it within one-half se...

  • Page 264

    Movement and the shade will remain in a partially closed condition until the switch is pushed and held forward again. Venting sunroof — express press and release the #vent# button within one-half sec- ond and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is called “express vent”, and it will occu...

  • Page 265

    Sunroof maintenance use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. Ignition off operation note: • the power sunroof switch can remain active for up to approximately ten minutes after the vehicles ignition is cycled to the off position. Opening either front door will cance...

  • Page 266

    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 267

    The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo area. Note: the rear power outlet can be switched from switched “ignition” only to constant “battery” powered all the time. See your local authorized dealer for details. Center console outlet rear power outlet 3 understanding the features of y...

  • Page 268

    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 266 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 269

    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 270

    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 271

    The circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. Warning! To avoid serious injury or death: • do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • do not touch with wet hands. • close the lid when not in use. • if this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electri...

  • Page 272

    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 compartment door. Rear cupholders glove compartment 270 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Door storage large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy access. Opened glove compartment door panel storage 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 271.

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    Console features the center console contains both an upper and a lower storage area. To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on the small latch located on the lid. Storage compartment storage compartment latches 272 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 275

    Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the lower storage compartment. Your vehicle may have an optional cd or dvd player located in the center console. Lower storage compartment lower storage compartment cd/dvd player — if equipped 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 273.

  • Page 276

    Warning! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision. Cargo area features rechargeable flashlight the rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the left side of the cargo area. The fl...

  • Page 277

    To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, twice for low, and a third time to return to off. Cargo storage bins there are up to 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 eq...

  • Page 278

    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 276 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 279

    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 280

    Warning! (continued) cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart- ment. Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting. Do not store it in the vehicle. Rear cargo tie-downs the rear cargo tie-downs, located on the cargo area floor, should be used to safely secure loads when ...

  • Page 281

    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 282

    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 283

    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 284

    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. Roof luggage rack — if equipped the crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with...

  • Page 285

    • if (or any metallic object) is placed over the satellite radio antenna (if equipped), you may experience in- terruption of satellite radio reception. For improved satellite radio reception, avoid placing the rear cross- bar over the satellite radio antenna. Caution! • to prevent damage to the roof...

  • Page 286

    Warning! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack. 284 understanding the features of y...

  • Page 287: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents ! Instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . .288 ! Instrument cluster — premium . . . . . . .289 ! Instrument cluster descriptions . . . . .290 ! Driver information display (did). . . . . .299 ▫ did displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 288

    ! Uconnect® rear seat entertainment system — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .346 ▫ getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .346 ▫ dual video screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .348 ▫ blu-ray™ disc player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .348 ▫ play vid...

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    ▫ automatic temperature control (atc) . . . . . .378 ▫ operating tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .380 ! Uconnect® voice recognition quick tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .383 ▫ introducing uconnect® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .383 ▫ get starte...

  • 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 me- dia hub) 13 — headlight switch 4 — glove compartment 9 — esc button 14 — dimmer control 5 — climate contro...

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    Instrument cluster — premium 4 understanding your instrument panel 289.

  • Page 292

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

  • Page 293

    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. Upper left selectable did this area of the cluster will display selectable informa- tion such as compass, outside temperat...

  • Page 294

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

  • Page 295

    Caution! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “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 the “h” and you hear cont...

  • Page 296

    Has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake booster, the abs pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A le...

  • Page 297

    Unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the on/run posi- tion. Note: this light shows only that the ...

  • Page 298

    Maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the tpms low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a tpms malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The tpms malfunction indicato...

  • Page 299

    U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, the repair technician should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the...

  • Page 300

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

  • Page 301

    • the esc system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when esc becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the esc activation. 21. Park/headlight on indicator — if equipped this indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headligh...

  • Page 302

    • terrain • srt performance pages • driver assist • fuel economy • trip • audio • stored messages • screen setup • 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 but...

  • Page 303

    • down arrow button press and release the down arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu and submenus. • right arrow button press and release the right arrow button to access the information screens or submenu screens of a main menu item. • back arrow button press the left arrow button t...

  • Page 304

    3. Reconfigurable telltales/information 4. Telltales/indicators 5. Shift lever status (prndl) 6. Selectable information (compass, temp, range to empty, trip a, trip b, average fuel economy, current fuel economy) 7. Air suspension status — if equipped 8. 4wd status — status the main display area will...

  • Page 305

    Is in the run state. Examples of this message type are “remote start aborted - door ajar” and “press brake pedal and push button to start”. • 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 ret...

  • Page 306

    3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push and release the engine start/stop button once to return the ignition to the off/lock position. Note: if the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. Did messa...

  • Page 307

    • speed warning exceeded • parking brake engaged • brake fluid low • service electronic braking system • engine temperature hot • 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 • ...

  • Page 308

    • doors open • liftgate open • gear not available • shift not allowed • vehicle speed to high to shift • shift to neutral then drive or reverse • autostick unavailable service required • automatic unavailable use autostick service req. • transmission getting hot press brake • trans. Hot stop safely ...

  • Page 309

    • vehicle cannot be lowered door open • off road 2 watch for clearance • entry/exit watch for clearance • air suspension temporarily disabled for jacking and tire change • battery low start engine to change ride height the reconfigurable telltales section is divided into the white telltales area on ...

  • Page 310

    Did amber telltales this area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- tales. These telltales include: • low fuel telltale when the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal (11.0 l) this light will turn on, and remain on until fuel is added. • windshield washer fluid low indicator this telltale ...

  • Page 311

    • anti-lock brake (abs) this light will turn on when the abs system is not functioning and service is required. If the abs light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible. • malfunction indicator light (mil) this light will turn on when certain conditions exist. The vehicle shoul...

  • Page 312

    Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not show how much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood. • oil temperature warning light this telltale indicates engine oil temperature is high. If the light turns on while driving, stop the ...

  • Page 313

    Required. You may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing. • 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...

  • Page 314

    • air bag warning light this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to the on/run position. Refer to “oc- cupant restraints” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” of your owners manual for further information. Did green tellta...

  • Page 315

    Did selectable menu items push and release the up or down arrow buttons until the desired selectable menu icon/title is highlighted in the did. Speedometer push and release the left or right arrow button to toggle between the speedometer display type (analog or digital). Vehicle info (customer infor...

  • Page 316

    If one or more tires have low pressure, “inflate tire to xx” is displayed with the vehicle icon and the tire pressure values in each corner of the icon with the pressure value of the low tire displayed in a different color than the other tire pressure values. If the tire pressure system requires ser...

  • Page 317

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

  • Page 318

    • the feature will “ready” when the vehicle speed is at 0 mph (0 km/h). The word “ready” will appear when conditions are met for the event to begin. • the screen will revert back to “please come to a complete stop, not ready”, if the vehicle fails to reach 60 mph (100 km/h) in less then 10 seconds. ...

  • Page 319

    1/8 mile, 1/4 mile when selected, this screen displays the time it takes the vehicle to travel 1/8 mile within 15 seconds, (1/4 mile) within 25 seconds. • the feature will “ready” when the vehicle is at 0 mph (0 km/h). The word “ready” will display when conditions are met for the event to begin. • 0...

  • Page 320

    Fuel economy push and release the up or down arrow button until the fuel economy menu icon/title is highlighted. Push and hold the right arrow button to reset feature. • range • current mpg or l/100 km • average mpg or l/100 km trip push and release the up or down arrow button until the trip icon/ti...

  • Page 321

    Stored messages push and release the up or down arrow button until the messages menu icon/title is highlighted in the did. This feature shows the number of stored warning messages. Pushing the right arrow button will allow you to see what the stored messages are. Screen setup push and release the up...

  • Page 322

    Upper right • none • compass (default setting) • outside temp • time • range to empty (rte) • fuel economy average • fuel economy current • trip a • trip b restore to defaults (restores all settings to default settings) • cancel • okay diagnostics — if equipped push and release the up or down arrow ...

  • Page 323

    Buttons on the faceplate buttons on the faceplate 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 instru- ment panel. Turn the control knob to scroll...

  • Page 324

    Buttons on the touchscreen buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the uconnect® display. Customer programmable features — uconnect® 8.4 personal settings press the “srt & apps” button on the touchscreen, then press the “settings” button on the touchscreen to display the menu setting screen. In...

  • Page 325

    Next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- lected. Then press the arrow back button on the touch- screen. Note: when day or night is selected for the display mode, the usage of the parade mode feature will cause the radio to activate the display brightness day control even though the hea...

  • Page 326

    • set theme this feature will allow you to choose a background theme for the display screen. The theme will change the background color, highlight color, and button color of the display screen. • set language when in this display, you may select one of multiple languages (english/français/español) f...

  • Page 327

    That setting has been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. • navigation turn-by-turn displayed in cluster — if equipped when this feature is selected, to make your selection, press the “navigation turn-by-turn displayed in clus- ter” button on the ...

  • Page 328

    Clock after pressing the “clock” button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available: • sync time with gps this feature will allow the radio to sync time with a gps signal. To change the sync time setting, press the “sync time with gps” button on the touchscreen until a check- mark ap...

  • Page 329

    Status setting press the “show time in status bar” button on the touchscreen until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting has been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. Safety & driving assistance after pressing the “safet...

  • Page 330

    Indicating that the setting had been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. For further information, refer to “for- ward collision warning (fcw) with mitigation” in “un- derstanding the features of your vehicle.” • parksense® the parksense® system wi...

  • Page 331

    “parksense® rear chime volume” button on the touch- screen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, indi- cating that the setting had been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. Parksense® will retain its last known configura- tion state through ...

  • Page 332

    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 333

    “parkview backup camera delay” button on the touch- screen to turn the parkview® delay on or off. • rain sensing auto wipers when this feature is selected, the system will automati- cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on the windshield. To make your selection, press the “rain ...

  • Page 334

    Are unlocked with the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. To change the illuminated approach status, press the “+” or “–” button on the touchscreen to select your desired time interval. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the back button on the ...

  • Page 335

    Back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. • flash lights with lock when this feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. This feature ma...

  • Page 336

    Button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. • flash lights with lock when this feature is selected, the exterior...

  • Page 337

    • 1st press of key fob unlocks when #driver door# is selected with 1st press of key fob unlocks, only the driver’s door will unlock with the first press of the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter unlock button. You must press the rke transmitter unlock button twice to unlock the passenger’s doors...

  • Page 338

    Mirrors, steering column position and radio station pre- sets) to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press the “personal settings linked to key fob” button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has bee...

  • Page 339

    Starts” until a check-mark appears next to setting, show- ing that setting has been selected. Press the back arrow/ done button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. Engine off options after pressing the engine off options button on the touchscreen the following settings will be availab...

  • Page 340

    Delay status press the “+” or “-” button on the touch- screen to select your desired time interval. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. Audio after pressing the “audio” button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available. • balance/fade this ...

  • Page 341

    Button on the touchscreen, select “on” or “off.” press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. • aux volume offset — if equipped this feature provides the ability to tune the audio level for portable devices connected through the aux input. To make your selection, pr...

  • Page 342

    Siriusxm setup — if equipped after pressing the “siriusxm setup” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: • channel skip siriusxm can be programmed to designate a group of channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to exclude undesirable channels while scannin...

  • Page 343

    Select “ok” to restore, or “cancel” to exit. Once the settings are restored, a pop up appears stating #settings reset to default.# clear personal data after pressing the “clear personal data settings” button on the touchscreen the following settings will be avail- able: • clear personal data when th...

  • Page 344

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

  • Page 345

    • last pressing the “last” button displays the last recorded run of performance timers. • best pressing the “best” button displays the best recorded run of performance timers, except for braking data. • save pressing the “save” button will let you save the last run. Any saved run over 10, will overw...

  • Page 346

    • brake distance displays the distance it takes the vehicle to make a full stop. Contains current and last data for distance and start – from speed. Note: the distance measurement will be aborted if the brake pedal is released before the vehicle comes to a complete stop. • brake speed displays the s...

  • Page 347

    Gauges 2 when selected, this screen displays the following values: • coolant temperature displays the actual coolant temperature. • intake air temperature displays the actual intake air temperature. • transmission temperature displays the actual transmission temperature. Engine when selected, this s...

  • Page 348

    Uconnect® rear seat entertainment system — if equipped your rear seat entertainment system is designed to give your family years of enjoyment. You can play your favorite cds, dvds or blu-ray™ discs, listen to audio over the wireless headphones, or plug and play a variety of standard video games or a...

  • Page 349

    • turn on the rear seat entertainment system by push- ing the power button on the remote control. • when the video screen(s) are open and a dvd/blu- ray™ disc is inserted into the disc player, the screen(s) turn(s) on automatically, the headphone transmitters turn on and playback begins. • with the ...

  • Page 350

    • the system can be controlled by the front seat occu- pants utilizing either the touchscreen radio, or by the rear seat occupants using the remote control. Dual video screen note: typically there are two different ways to operate the features of the rear seat entertainment system. • the remote cont...

  • Page 351

    To view a blu-ray™ insert the disc into the blu-ray™ disc player. Playback will begin automatically after the blu- ray™ disc is recognized by the disc drive. If playback does not begin automatically after the disc is inserted into blu-ray™ disc player follow these steps: using the touchscreen radio ...

  • Page 352

    Is not highlighted select button to access controls for screen 1/channel 1 source. 2. Rse power press to turn rse on/off. 3. Rse mute mute rear headphones for the current ignition cycle. Pressing mute again will unmute rear headphones. 4. Rse remote control lock out press to enable/disable remote co...

  • Page 353

    Using the remote control • select an audio channel (rear 1 for driver’s side rear screen and rear 2 for passenger’s side rear screen), then press the source key and using the up and down arrows, highlight disc from the menu and press the ok button. • press the popup/menu key to navigate the disc men...

  • Page 354

    When connecting an external source to the aux/hdmi input, ensure to follow the standard color coding for the audio/video jacks: 1. Hdmi input 2. Right audio in (red) 3. Left audio in (white) 4. Video in (yellow) note: certain high-end video games, such as playsta- tion4 and xbox one will exceed this...

  • Page 355

    Using the touchscreen radio controls 1. Press the media button on the uconnect® radio touch- screen. 2. Press the rear media button to display the rear media control screen. 3. Press the 1 or 2 buttons on the touchscreen, the select source button on the touchscreen and then the disc button on the to...

  • Page 356

    Note: pressing the screen on the radio while a dvd or blu-ray™ disc is playing, brings up the basic remote control functions for dvd play such as scene selection, play, pause, ff, rw, and stop. Pressing the x in the upper corner will turn off the remote control screen functions. Important notes for ...

  • Page 357

    Blu-ray™ disc player remote control — if equipped controls and indicators 1. Power — turns the screen and wireless headphone transmitter for the selected channel on or off. To hear audio while the screen is closed, push the power button to turn the headphone transmitter on. 2. Channel selector indic...

  • Page 358

    7. !!" — push and hold to fast forward through the current audio track or video chapter. 8. ! / % (play/pause) — begin/resume or pause disc play. 9. Four colored buttons — push to access blu-ray™ disc features. 10. Popup/menu — push to bring up repeat and shuffle options, the blu-ray™ disc popup men...

  • Page 359

    Headphones operation the headphones receive two separate channels of audio using an infrared transmitter from the video screen. If no audio is heard after increasing the volume control, verify that the screen is turned on, the channel is not muted and the headphone channel selector switch is on the ...

  • Page 360

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

  • Page 361

    5. To cancel out of the mode selection menu, push the back button on the remote control. Replacing the headphone batteries each set of headphones requires two aaa batteries for operation. To replace the batteries: • locate the battery compartment on the left ear cup of the headphones, and then slide...

  • Page 362

    For any general, special, direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, exemplary, pu- nitive or other damages of any kind or nature whatsoever. Some states and jurisdictions may not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you...

  • Page 363

    Display settings when watching a video source (blu-ray™ disc or dvd video with the disc in play mode, aux video, etc.), pushing the remote control’s setup button activates the display settings menu. These settings control the appear- ance of the video on the screen. The factory default settings are ...

  • Page 364

    Listening to audio with the screen closed to listen to only audio portion of the channel with the screen closed: • set the audio to the desired source and channel. • close the video screen. • to change the current audio mode, push the remote control’s source button. This will automatically se- lect ...

  • Page 365

    Match in order for the disc to play. If the region code for the dvd disc does not match the region code for the player, the disc will not play. Dvd audio support when a dvd-audio disc is inserted in the blu-ray™ disc player, the dvd-audio title on the disc is played by default (most dvd-audio discs ...

  • Page 366

    • for cd data (or cd-rom) discs, always use the iso-9660 (level 1 or level 2), joliet, or romeo format. Other formats (such as udf, hfs, or others) are not supported. • the player recognizes a maximum of 512 files and 99 folders per cd-r and cd-rw disc. • mixed media recordable dvd formats will only...

  • Page 367

    • other compression formats such as aac, mp3 pro, ogg vorbis, and atrac3 will not play. The blu-ray™ player will automatically skip the file and begin play- ing the next available file. • if you are creating your own files, the recommended fixed bit rate for mp3 files is between 96 and 192kbps and t...

  • Page 368

    Product agreement this product incorporates copyright protection technol- ogy that is protected by u.S. Patents and other intellec- tual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by macrovision, and is intended for home or other limited viewing uses other- wise ...

  • Page 369

    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. Pushing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume, and pushing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume. Pushing the center button will ma...

  • Page 370

    Cd player pushing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the cd. Pushing 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 push the switch u...

  • Page 371

    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 372

    This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules and with industry canada license-exempt rss standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that m...

  • Page 373

    • consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help. Climate controls the air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. This system can be operated through either the controls on the instrument panel or through the uconnect® system dis-...

  • Page 374

    Buttons on the touchscreen the buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the uconnect® system screen. Button descriptions (applies to both the buttons on the faceplate and the buttons on the touchscreen) 1. Max a/c button press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates ...

  • Page 375

    This function again will cause the max a/c operation to switch into manual mode and the max a/c indicator will turn off. 2. A/c button press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when a/c is on. Performing this function again will cause the a/c operation to switch into...

  • Page 376

    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 377

    The passenger temperature setting with the driver tem- perature setting. Changing the passenger temperature setting while in sync will automatically exit this feature. 10. Blower control blower control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system. There are seven blower sp...

  • Page 378

    • 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 fl...

  • Page 379

    The temperature bar towards the red arrow button on the touchscreen for warmer temperature settings. Note: in sync mode, this button will also automatically adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same time. 15. Temperature control (5.0 radio only) press the temperature button on the touchsc...

  • Page 380

    Max a/c max a/c sets the control for maximum cooling perfor- mance. Press and release to toggle between max a/c and the prior settings. The button on the touchscreen illuminates when max a/c is on. In max a/c, the blower level and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing othe...

  • Page 381

    2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the driver and pas- senger temperature buttons on the faceplate or but- tons on the touchscreen. Once the desired temperature is displayed, the system will achieve and automati- cally maintain that comfort level. 3. W...

  • Page 382

    The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by selecting one of the available mode settings. A/c operation and recirculation control can also be manually selected in manual operation. Note: each of these features operates independently from each other. If any feature is controlled manu...

  • Page 383

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

  • Page 384

    Control setting suggestions for various weather conditions 382 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 385

    Uconnect® voice recognition quick tips introducing uconnect® start using uconnect® voice recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key voice commands and tips you need to know to control your uconnect® 5.0 or 8.4a/8.4an system. If you see the icon on your touchscreen, you have the u...

  • Page 386

    Get started all you need to control your uconnect® system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel. 1. Visit uconnectphone.Com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pair- ing instructions. 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger con- versations are e...

  • Page 387

    Basic voice commands the basic voice commands below can be given at any point while using your uconnect® system. Push the vr button . After the beep, say: • cancel to stop a current voice session • help to hear a list of suggested voice commands • repeat to listen to the system prompts again notice ...

  • Page 388

    Radio use your voice to quickly get to the am, fm or siriusxm satellite radio stations you would like to hear. (subscrip- tion or included siriusxm satellite radio trial required.) press the vr button . After the beep, say: • tune to ninety-five-point-five fm • tune to satellite channel hits 1 tip: ...

  • Page 389

    Media uconnect® offers connections via usb, sd, bluetooth® and auxiliary ports (if equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected usb and ipod® devices. (remote cd player optional and not available on all vehicles.) push the vr button . After the beep, say one of the following commands a...

  • Page 390

    Phone making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with uconnect®. When the phonebook button is illumi- nated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. Check uconnectphone.Com for mobile phone compatibility and pairing instructions. Push the phone button . After the beep, say one of the foll...

  • Page 391

    Voice text reply uconnect® will announce incoming text messages. Push the phone button and say listen. (must have com- patible mobile phone paired to uconnect® system.) 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the phone button . After the beep, say: “reply” 2. Listen to the uconnect® pr...

  • Page 392

    Tip: your mobile phone must have the full implementa- tion of the message access profile (map) to take advan- tage of this feature. For details about map, visit uconnectphone.Com. Apple iphone® ios6 or later supports reading incoming text messages only. Climate (8.4a/8.4an) too hot? Too cold? Adjust...

  • Page 393

    Navigation (8.4a/8.4an) the uconnect® navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go. (navigation is optional on the uconnect® 8.4a system. See your dealer to activate navigation at any time.) 1. To enter a destination, push...

  • Page 394

    Uconnect® access* (8.4a/8.4an) an included trial and/or subscription is required to take advantage of the uconnect® access services in the next section of this guide. To register with uconnect® access, press the apps button on the 8.4-inch touchscreen to get started. Detailed registration instructio...

  • Page 395

    4. Check your personal inbox for an email from uconnect® access. 5. Click on the link inside the email within 72 hours and complete the easy online registration process to create a personal mopar® owner connect account linked to your vehicle. Mobile app (8.4a/8.4an) securely link your mobile device ...

  • Page 396

    Download the uconnect® access app to a compatible apple® or android® mobile devices. All you need to do is: 1. After registering with uconnect® access, log on to your mopar® owner connect account at moparownerconnect.Com 2. On the dashboard page, enter your mobile phone number to receive a link to d...

  • Page 397

    Yelp® (8.4a/8.4an) once registered with uconnect® access, you can use your voice to search for the most popular places or things around you. 1. Press the “apps” button on the touchscreen. 2. Press the “all apps” button on the touchscreen. 3. Press the “yelp” button on the touchscreen. 4. Once the ye...

  • Page 398

    Siriusxm travel link™ (8.4a/8.4an) need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast? Siriusxm travel link™ is a suite of services that brings a wealth of information right to your uconnect® 8.4an system. (not available for 8.4a system.) push...

  • Page 399

    Additional information © 2014 chrysler group llc. All rights reserved. Mopar and uconnect are registered trademarks and mopar owner connect is a trademark of chrysler group llc. Android is a trademark of google inc. Siriusxm and all related marks and logos are trademarks of siriusxm radio inc. Yelp,...

  • Page 401: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents ! Starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .403 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .403 ▫ keyless enter-n-go™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .404 ▫ normal starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .404 ▫ extreme cold weather (...

  • Page 402

    ▫ flowing/rising water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .425 ! Power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .427 ! Fuel saver technology — if equipped . . .428 ! Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .428 ! Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431 ! ...

  • Page 403

    ▫ spare tires — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .458 ▫ tire spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .460 ▫ tread wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .461 ▫ life of tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .462 ▫ replacement tires . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 404

    ▫ common towing definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . .485 ▫ trailer hitch classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .488 ▫ trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .489 ▫ trailer hitch receiver cover removal (srt models) — if equipped . . . . ...

  • Page 405

    Starting procedures before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. Warning! • when leaving the vehicle, always make sure the ignition is in the off position, remove...

  • Page 406

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

  • Page 407

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

  • Page 408

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

  • Page 409

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

  • Page 410

    After starting the idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up. Automatic transmission warning! • it is dangerous to shift out of park or neutral if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle cou...

  • Page 411

    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 412

    The transmission in park. This system also locks the transmission in park whenever the ignition switch is in the off position. 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 brak...

  • Page 413

    • the transmission will launch (from a stop) in second gear. • the torque converter clutch may engage at lower engine speeds and remain on longer. • the engine idle speed will be lower. • the overall driving performance will be more conser- vative. • some eco mode functions may be temporarily inhib-...

  • Page 414

    Speeds (refer to “brake/transmission shift interlock sys- tem” in this section). To shift past multiple gear ranges at once (such as park to drive), move the lever past the first (or second) detent. Select the drive range for normal driving. The electronically-controlled transmission provides a prec...

  • Page 415

    Gear ranges do not race the engine when shifting from park or neutral into another gear range. 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 (p) this range supplements the parki...

  • Page 416

    Warning! • never use the park position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- ment and possible injury or damage. • your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not in park. Check by trying to move the shif...

  • Page 417

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

  • Page 418

    Caution! • do not race the engine when shifting from park or neutral into another gear range, as this can damage the drivetrain. • 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 in...

  • Page 419

    Warning! Do not coast in neutral and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. Caution! Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any oth...

  • Page 420

    During extremely cold temperatures (-22°f [-30°c] or below), transmission operation may be modified depend- ing on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle speed. Normal operation will resume once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level. Sport (s) the sport shift mod...

  • Page 421

    2. Shift the transmission into park, if possible. If not, shift the transmission to neutral. 3. Press and hold the ignition switch until the engine turns off. 4. Wait approximately 30 seconds. 5. Restart the engine. 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no longer detected, the tran...

  • Page 422

    During passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situa- tions. Operation when the transmission is in drive or sport mode, it will operate automatically, shifting between the eight available gears. To activate paddle shift mode, simply tap one o...

  • Page 423

    • you can start out, from a stop, in first or second gear. Tapping (+) (at a stop) will allow starting in second gear. Starting out in second gear can be helpful in snowy or icy conditions. • if a requested downshift would cause the engine to over-speed, that shift will not occur. • the system will ...

  • Page 424

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

  • Page 425

    Use second gear (rather than first gear) during launches, to minimize wheel slippage. This feature will reset to auto upon an ignition cycle. • auto – fully automatic full time four-wheel drive operation can be used on and off road. Balances traction with seamless steering feel to provide im- proved...

  • Page 426

    • firm mode (available in terrain positions sport and tow) — provides a firm suspension for better han- dling. • full firm (available in track mode) — provides a full firm suspension for an aggressive track experience. Launch mode — if equipped this system maximizes acceleration traction for straigh...

  • Page 427

    • launch mode is not available until the 500 mile (805 km) break-in has been achieved. Driving through water driving through water more than a few inches/ centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Caution! • due to lower ground clearance, drivin...

  • Page 428

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

  • Page 429

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

  • Page 430

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

  • Page 431

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

  • Page 432

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

  • Page 433

    Warning! (continued) • always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in park. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. Caution! If the “brake” warning light rema...

  • Page 434

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

  • Page 435

    A feature of the tcs system, brake limited differential (bld), functions similar to a limited-slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow mo...

  • Page 436

    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 437

    Counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En- gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path. Esc uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not...

  • Page 438

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

  • Page 439

    Note: to improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “partial off” mode by pressing the “esc off” switch. Once the situation requiring esc to be switched to the “partial off” mode is overcome, turn ...

  • Page 440

    “understanding your instrument panel” for further in- formation. To turn esc on again, momentarily press the “esc off” switch. Note: the #esc off# message will display and the audible chime will sound when the shift lever is moved into the park position from any position other than park and then mov...

  • Page 441

    Esc activation/malfunction indicator light and esc off indicator light the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is cycled to the on/ run position. It should go out with the engine running. If the “esc activation/malfunction indi...

  • Page 442

    • the esc system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when esc becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the esc activation. The “esc off indicator light” indicates the electronic stability control (esc) is partially off or full off. ...

  • Page 443

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

  • Page 444

    • temporary spare tires are designed for temporary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- pact spare tires have the letter “t” or “s” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: t145/80d18 103m. • high flotation tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards and it beg...

  • Page 445

    Example: r = construction code – #r# means radial construction, or – #d# means diagonal or bias construction 15, 16, 18 = rim diameter in inches (in) service description: 95 = load index – a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry h = speed symbol – a symbol indicating the r...

  • Page 446

    Example: load identification: absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a standard load (sl) tire: • xl = extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • ll = light load tire or • c, d, e, f, g = load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a...

  • Page 447

    Example: dot ma l9 abcd 0301 dot = department of transportation – this symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the u.S. Department of transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use ma = code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) l9 = code repres...

  • Page 448

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

  • Page 449

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire and loading information placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side b-pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example tire placard location (door) 5 starting and operating 447.

  • Page 450

    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. Example tire placard location (b-pillar) tire and loading information placard 448 starting and operating.

  • Page 451

    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 t...

  • Page 452

    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 453

    5 starting and operating 451.

  • Page 454

    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 455

    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. Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the stability of the v...

  • Page 456

    At least once a month: • check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality pocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual judge- ment when determining proper inflation. Tires may look properly inflated even when they are under-inflated. • inspect tires for signs of tire wear or visible damage. Ca...

  • Page 457

    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 458

    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 symbol). Tire ...

  • Page 459

    Warning! Do not use summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You could lose vehicle control, resulting in severe injury or death. Driving too fast for conditions also creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Snow tires some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during the winter....

  • Page 460

    Run flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immedi- ately. A run flat tire is not repairable. It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the run flat mode. See the tire pressure monit...

  • Page 461

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

  • Page 462

    Spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Limited-use spare — if equipped the limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency use only. This tire ...

  • Page 463

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

  • Page 464

    Tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to “replacement tires” in this section for further infor- mation. Life of tire the service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • driving style • tire pressure - improper cold tire inflation pressure...

  • Page 465

    Wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu- facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on “tread wear indicator.” refer to the tire and loading information placard or ...

  • Page 466

    Warning! (continued) • never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity, other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure. You could lose control and have a collision. • failure to equip your vehicle wi...

  • Page 467

    Caution! To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: • because of restricted traction device clearance be- tween tires and other suspension components, it is important that only traction devices in good condi- tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious damage. S...

  • Page 468

    Type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to main- tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. Refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. More frequent rotation is permis- sible if desired. The reasons for any rapid or unu...

  • Page 469

    Tire pressure monitor system (tpms) note: for vehicles equipped with run flat tires — when the tpms indicates a tire pressure of 14 psi (96 kpa) or lower, always check tire pressure and replace the tire at the first opportunity. At inflation pressure of/or below 14 psi (96 kpa) the tire is in the ru...

  • Page 470

    The recommended cold tire pressure in order for the tire pressure monitoring telltale light to be turned off. The system will automatically update and the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will extinguish once the up- dated tire pressures have been received. The vehicle may need to be driven f...

  • Page 471

    Caution! (continued) • after inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the tire pressure moni- toring sensor. Note: • the tpms is not intended to replace normal tire care and ma...

  • Page 472

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

  • Page 473

    Four active road tire pressures are low. In addition, the did will display a tire low message in the tire graphic display screen with the pressure value(s) and the low tire(s) in a different color. An #inflate to xxx# message will also be displayed. Refer to “driver information display (did)” in “un...

  • Page 474

    The pressure value(s) will return to the original color and the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will extin- guish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been re- ceived. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this infor- mation. Service tpm s...

  • Page 475

    Location fault. In this case, the #service tpm system# message is then followed by a graphic display, with pressure values still shown. This indicates the pressure values are still being received from the tpm sensors but they may not be located in the correct vehicle position. However, the system st...

  • Page 476

    Tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the tpms to receive this information. General information this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules and rss ...

  • Page 477

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

  • Page 478

    E-85 usage in non-flex fuel vehicles non-flex fuel vehicles (ffv) are compatible with gaso- line containing 10% ethanol (e10). Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the new vehicle limited warranty. If a non-ffv vehicle is inadvertently fueled with e-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all...

  • Page 479

    Therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains mmt. Mmt is prohibited in federal and california reformulated gasoline. Materials added to fuel all gasoline sold in the united states is required to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents or ...

  • Page 480

    Caution! (continued) • the use of fuel additives, which are now being sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor- mance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the respon...

  • Page 481

    Warning! (continued) • guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. Adding fuel 1. Press the fuel filler door releas...

  • Page 482

    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 door using the inside release button. Do not pry on the door. 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe se...

  • Page 483

    • insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel nozzle. • ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper door open. • pour fuel into funnel opening. • remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to putting back in the spare tire storage area. Caution! To avoid fuel spillage and overfi...

  • Page 484

    Emergency fuel filler door release if you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel filler door emergency release. 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Push the inboard edge of the left storage bin to the center, this will pop up the outboard edge. 3. Grab popped up outboard edge with other hand to ...

  • Page 485

    Vehicle loading certification label as required by national highway traffic safety admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar. This label contains the month and year of manufacture, gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), gross axle w...

  • Page 486

    Tire size the tire size on the vehicle certification label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size. Rim size this is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size listed. Inflation pressure this is the cold tire inf...

  • Page 487

    Items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving. Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate. Caution! Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the ...

  • Page 488

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

  • Page 489

    Frontal area the frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the maximum width of the front of a trailer. Weight-carrying hitch a weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle. These kin...

  • Page 490

    Warning! (continued) • weight distributing systems may not be compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable recreational vehicle dealer for additional information. Trailer hitch classification the following chart provides the industry standard ...

  • Page 491

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) engine/ transmission gcwr (gross combined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Trailer tongue wt. (see note) 6.4l automatic 12,600 lbs (5 715 kg) 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 7,200 lbs (3 265 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg) refer to local la...

  • Page 492

    Note: use a suitable tool such as a coin in the slot of the locking retainer if needed for added leverage. 2. Pull the bottom of the cover outward (towards you). 3. Lower back down to disengage the tabs located at the top of the hitch receiver cover and then pull outwards to remove. Hitch receiver c...

  • Page 493

    To reinstall the hitch receiver cover after towing repeat the procedure in reverse order. Note: be sure to engage all tabs of the hitch receiver cover in the bumper fascia prior to installation. Trailer and tongue weight always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This ...

  • Page 494

    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 tr...

  • Page 495

    Caution! (continued) • then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. Perform the maintenance listed in the “maintenance ...

  • Page 496

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

  • Page 497

    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 498

    Towing requirements — trailer brakes warning! • do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident. • towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis...

  • Page 499

    Caution! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. • do not interconnect the hydraulic bra...

  • Page 500

    Replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s gvwr and gawr limits. Towing tips note: to provide optimum towing performance and to protect transmission components always select tow mode when towing a trailer. Before setting out on a trip...

  • Page 501

    • to prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous driving at high rpm. Reduce vehicle speed as neces- sary to avoid extended driving at high rpm. Return to a higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and road conditions allow. Electronic speed control — if equipped • do not use in hilly terrain or...

  • Page 502

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) recreational towing is not allowed. Caution! Towing this vehicle with any of its wheels on the ground can cause severe transmission and/or transfer case damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the new vehicle limited warranty. Note: this ...

  • Page 503: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents ! Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . .502 ! If your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . .502 ! Wheel and tire torque specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .503 ▫ torque specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .504 ! Jacking...

  • Page 504

    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 505

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

  • Page 506

    Torque specifications lug nut/bolt torque **lug nut/ bolt size lug nut/ bolt socket size 110 ft-lbs (149 n·m) m14 x 1.50 22 mm **use only chrysler recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remov...

  • Page 507

    Warning! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. Jacking and tire changing warning! • do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to...

  • Page 508

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

  • Page 509

    Jack location the scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located in rear cargo area, below the load floor. 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 n...

  • Page 510

    Warning! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2. Turn on the hazard warning flasher. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever into park. 5. Turn t...

  • Page 511

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

  • Page 512

    Caution! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the jacking instructions for this vehicle. 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and tools from storage. 2. This vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire. The spare tire must be used for the rear wheel(s) o...

  • Page 513

    5. 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 6 what to do in emergencies 511.

  • Page 514

    6. 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 515

    7. 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 6 what to do in ...

  • Page 516

    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. 8. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 9. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install the lug nuts with ...

  • Page 517

    10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 11. 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 518

    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 519

    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. Warni...

  • Page 520

    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 521

    2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal accessories. 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) 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 th...

  • Page 522

    Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 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 cabl...

  • Page 523

    3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post of the dis- charged vehicle. 5. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote positive (+) post...

  • Page 524

    Note: shifts between drive and reverse can only be achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less. Whenever the transmission remains in neutral for more than two seconds, you must press the brake pedal to engage drive or reverse. Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will maint...

  • Page 525

    Warning! (continued) longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed. Caution! • when “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- tween drive and reverse, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h)...

  • Page 526

    Caution! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage your vehicle. Manual park release warning! Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before activating the manual ...

  • Page 527

    3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the metal latch in towards the tether strap. 4. While the metal latch is in the open position, simulta- neously pull upwards on the tether strap until the lever clicks and latches in the released position. The transmission is now out of park and the vehic...

  • Page 528

    Caution! Closing the armrest while the manual park release is activated may damage the manual park release mechanism, the transmission, and/or the armrest. Note: to prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention- ally, firmly apply the parking brake. To disengage the manual park release lever: 1. To d...

  • Page 529

    2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has been unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks into position. Note: be sure to replace the cover by snapping it back in place. Release latch stowed position 6 what to do in emergencies 527.

  • Page 530

    Towing a disabled vehicle the manufacturer requires towing your vehicle with all four wheels off the ground using a flatbed. If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is discharged, refer to “manual park release” in this section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of park...

  • Page 531: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents ! Engine compartment — 6.4l . . . . . . . . . .531 ! Onboard diagnostic system (obd ii) . . .532 ! Emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .532 ! Replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .534 ! Deale...

  • Page 532

    ▫ transfer case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .571 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .572 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .574 ! Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5...

  • Page 533

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

  • Page 534

    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 535

    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 536

    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 recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready. Regardless of whether your vehicle’s obd ii system is ready or not, if the mil is illuminated...

  • Page 537

    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 538

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

  • Page 539

    Engine oil selection for best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the american petroleum institute (api) categories of sn. The manufacturer recommends the use of pennzoil ul- tra™ 0w-40 engi...

  • Page 540

    Caution! Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Engine oil viscosity use pennzoil ultra™ 0w-40 engine or equivalent mopar® oil meeting the chrysler material standard ms-12633 for use in a...

  • Page 541

    Station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area. Engine oil filter the engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. Engine oil filter selection this manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow ...

  • Page 542

    Engine air cleaner filter inspection and replacement inspect engine air cleaner filter for dirt and or debris, if you find evidence of either dirt or debris you should change your air cleaner filter. Engine air cleaner filter removal 1. Release the spring clips from the air cleaner cover. Air cleane...

  • Page 543

    2. Lift the air cleaner cover to access the air cleaner filter. 3. Remove the air cleaner filter element from the housing assembly. Open air cleaner filter assembly 1 — air cleaner cover 2 — air cleaner filter air cleaner filter 1 — air cleaner filter 2 — air cleaner filter inspection surface 7 main...

  • Page 544

    Engine air cleaner filter installation note: inspect and clean the housing if dirt or debris is present before replacing the air filter element. 1. Install the air cleaner filter element into the housing assembly with the air cleaner filter inspection surface facing downward. 2. Install the air clea...

  • Page 545

    When inspecting accessory drive belts, small cracks that run across ribbed surface of belt from rib to rib, are considered normal. These are not a reason to replace belt. However, cracks running along a rib (not across) are not normal. Any belt with cracks running along a rib must be replaced. Also ...

  • Page 546

    • belt slips • “groove jumping# (belt does not maintain correct position on pulley) • belt broken (note: identify and correct problem before new belt is installed) • noise (objectionable squeal, squeak, or rumble is heard or felt while drive belt is in operation) some conditions can be caused by a f...

  • Page 547

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

  • Page 548

    Air conditioner maintenance for best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at thi...

  • Page 549

    Protection agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. Note: use only manufacturer approved a/c system pag compressor oil, and refrige...

  • Page 550

    The a/c air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove compartment. Perform the following procedure to replace the filter: 1. Open the glove compartment and remove all contents. Glove compartment 1 — glove compartment travel stops 2 — glove compartment tension tether 3 — glove compart...

  • Page 551

    2. There are glove compartment travel stops on both sides of the glove compartment door, partially close the glove compartment door and push inward to release the glove compartment travel stop on one side and repeat this procedure for the opposite side. 3. Pull the right hand side of the glove compa...

  • Page 552

    5. Remove the filter cover by disengaging the retaining tab and mid way snap that secures the filter cover to the hvac housing. Disengage the mid way snap by pulling the door outward. Unhinge the filter cover on the right side to fully remove the cover. 6. Remove the a/c air filter by pulling it str...

  • Page 553

    7. 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 554

    The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant, such as mopar® lock cylinder lubricant directly into the lock cylinder. Windshield wiper blades clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the winds...

  • Page 555

    Front wiper blade removal/installation caution! Do not allow the wiper arm to spring back against the glass without the wiper blade in place or the glass may be damaged. 1. Lift the wiper arm to raise the wiper blade off of the glass, until the wiper arm is in the full up position. Wiper blade with ...

  • Page 556

    2. To disengage the wiper blade from the wiper arm, flip up the release tab on the wiper blade and while holding the wiper arm with one hand, slide the wiper blade down towards the base of the wiper arm. Wiper blade with release tab in unlocked position 1 — wiper blade 2 — release tab 3 — wiper arm ...

  • Page 557

    3. With the wiper blade disengaged, remove the wiper blade from the wiper arm by holding the wiper arm with one hand and separating the wiper blade from the wiper arm with the other hand (move the wiper blade toward the right side of the vehicle to separate the wiper blade from the wiper arm). 4. Ge...

  • Page 558

    Installing the front wipers 1. Lift the wiper arm off of the glass, until the wiper arm is in the full up position. 2. Position the wiper blade near the hook on the tip of the wiper arm with the wiper release tab open and the blade side of the wiper facing up and away from the windshield. 3. Insert ...

  • Page 559

    2. Lift the rear wiper arm fully off the glass. Wiper pivot cap in unlocked position 1 — wiper arm pivot cap 2 — wiper arm wiper blade in folded out position 1 — wiper arm pivot cap 2 — wiper arm 3 — wiper blade 7 maintaining your vehicle 557.

  • Page 560

    3. To remove the wiper blade from the wiper arm, grasp the bottom end of the wiper blade nearest to wiper arm with your right hand. With your left hand hold the wiper arm as you pull the wiper blade away from the wiper arm past its stop far enough to unsnap the wiper blade pivot pin from the recepta...

  • Page 561

    Installing the rear wiper 1. Lift the rear wiper arm pivot cap away from the glass to allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the glass. Note: the rear wiper arm cannot be fully raised off the glass unless the wiper arm pivot cap is unsnapped first. Attempting to fully raise the rear wiper ar...

  • Page 562

    Rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers. Warning! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. Exhaust system the best protection against carbon mono...

  • Page 563

    Warning! (continued) • a hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your ve- hicle in areas where your exhaust system can con- tact anything that can burn. ...

  • Page 564

    Note: intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop the vehicle, turn ...

  • Page 565

    Coolant checks check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh oat coolant (conforming to ms-12106) only by an author...

  • Page 566

    Selection of coolant refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further information. Caution! • mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified organic additive technology (oat) en- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decr...

  • Page 567

    150,000 miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To pre- vent reducing this extended maintenance period, it is important that you use the same engine coolant (oat coolant conforming to ms-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. Please review these recommendations for using organic additive technol...

  • Page 568

    • mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- mended and can result in cooling system damage. If hoat and oat coolant are mixed in an emergency, have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with oat coolant (conforming to ms-12106) as soon as possible. Cooling system pressure cap the...

  • Page 569

    Engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately. Coolant level the coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is ad...

  • Page 570

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

  • Page 571

    Warning! (continued) high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency. Fluid level check — brake master cylinder the fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced, or immed...

  • Page 572

    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 573

    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 no lower than 1/8 in (3 mm) below the bottom of the fill ho...

  • Page 574

    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 overtighten. You could damage them and cause them to leak. Selection of lubricant use only the manufacturer’s recom...

  • Page 575

    Special additives the manufacturer strongly recommends against using any special additives in the transmission. Automatic transmission fluid (atf) is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple- mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- tives to the transmission...

  • Page 576

    Caution! If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam- age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately. Fluid and filter changes under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the f...

  • Page 577

    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 578

    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 579

    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 580

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

  • Page 581

    Quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements. When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror. Cleaning plastic instrument cluster lens...

  • Page 582

    Warning! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced a...

  • Page 583

    Warning! (continued) • if a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer. Power distribution center the power distribution center is located in the engine compart...

  • Page 584

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f03 60 amp yellow – radiator fan f05 40 amp green – compressor for air suspension - if equipped f06 40 amp green – anti-lock brakes/electronic stability control pump f07 40 amp green – starter solenoid f08 20 amp blue – emission sensors (diesel engine onl...

  • Page 585

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f23 30 amp pink – interior lights #1 f24 30 amp pink – driver door module f25 30 amp pink – front wipers f26 30 amp pink – anti-lock brakes/stability control module/valves f28 20 amp blue – trailer tow backup lights - if equipped f29 20 amp blue – trailer...

  • Page 586

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f42 – 20 amp yellow horn f44 – 10 amp red diagnostic port f46 – 10 amp red tire pressure monitor - if equipped f49 – 10 amp red integrated central stack / climate control f50 – 20 amp yellow air suspension control module - if equipped f51 – 15 amp blue ig...

  • Page 587

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f61 – 10 amp red transmission control module/pm sensor (diesel engine only) f62 – 10 amp red air conditioning clutch f63 – 20 amp yellow ignition coils (gas), urea heater (diesel) f64 – 25 amp clear fuel injectors / powertrain f66 – 10 amp red sunroof / p...

  • Page 588

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

  • Page 589

    Cavity cartridge fuse micro fuse description f92 – 10 amp red rear counsel lamp - if equipped f93 – 20 amp yellow cigar lighter f94 – 10 amp red shifter / transfer case module f95 – 10 amp red rear camera / parksense® f96 – 10 amp red rear seat heater switch / flashlamp charger - if equipped f97 – 2...

  • Page 590

    Caution! • when installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure. • when replacing a blown fuse,...

  • Page 591

    Replacement bulbs interior bulbs bulb number glove box lamp 194 grab handle lamp l002825w5w overhead console reading lamps vt4976 rear cargo lamp 214–2 visor vanity lamp v26377 underpanel courtesy lamps 906 instrument cluster (general illumination) 103 telltale/hazard lamp 74 7 maintaining your vehi...

  • Page 592

    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) premium daytime running lamp (drl) led - (service at authorized dealer) front fog la...

  • Page 593

    Bulb number rear body side tail lamps led - (service at authorized dealer) chmsl - center high mounted stop lamp led - (service at authorized dealer) note: numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer. If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized ...

  • Page 594

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

  • Page 595

    Caution! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. Front fog lamps 1. Reach through the cutout in the splash shield and disconnect the wiring harness from th...

  • Page 596

    7. Connect the wiring harness to the front fog lamp connector. Rear tail, stop, turn signal, and backup lamps 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two push-pins from the tail lamp housing. 3. Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly rearward to disengage the lamp from the aperture panel. 4. Twist socket ...

  • Page 597

    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 598

    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 599

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

  • Page 600

    Fluids, lubricants and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant or genuine part engine coolant we recommend you use mopar® antifreeze/coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula oat (organic additive technology) that meets the requirements of chrysler material standard ms-12106. Engine oil for best ...

  • Page 601

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant or genuine part automatic transmission use only mopar® zf 8&9 speed atf™ automatic transmission fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer case we recommend you use mopar® atf+4® auto...

  • Page 603: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents ! Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . .602 ▫ maintenance chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 604

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

  • Page 605

    Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “driver informa- tion display (did)” i...

  • Page 606

    Maintenance chart miles: 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 108,000 11 4 ,0 0 0 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000 144,000 150,000 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 14...

  • Page 607

    Miles: 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 108,000 11 4 ,0 0 0 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000 144,000 150,000 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 or kilometer...

  • Page 608

    Miles: 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 108,000 11 4 ,0 0 0 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000 144,000 150,000 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 or kilometer...

  • Page 609

    Miles: 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 108,000 11 4 ,0 0 0 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000 144,000 150,000 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 or kilometer...

  • Page 610

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

  • Page 611: Contents

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

  • Page 612

    ! Department of transportation uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .617 ▫ treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .617 ▫ traction grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .617 ▫ temperature grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .618 610 if...

  • Page 613

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

  • Page 614

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

  • Page 615

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

  • Page 616

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

  • Page 617

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

  • Page 618

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

  • Page 619

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

  • Page 620

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

  • Page 621: Index

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  • Page 622

    About your brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431 adaptive cruise control (acc) (cruise control) . . .189 adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .564 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .479 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 623

    Anti-lock warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 appearance care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .574 auto down power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 automatic door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 automatic headlights . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 624

    Bulbs, light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 camera, rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241 capacities, fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .597 caps, filler oil (engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53...

  • Page 625

    Clean air gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .475 cleaning wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576 climate control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371 automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371 cold weat...

  • Page 626

    Door opener, garage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .246 driver information display did . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303 instrument cluster display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303 driving through flowing, rising, or shallow standing water . . . . . ....

  • Page 627

    Oil filler cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .537 oil selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .537 oil synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .538 overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 starting . . . . . . ...

  • Page 628

    Front axle (differential). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .570 fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .474 adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .479 additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .477 clean air . ...

  • Page 629

    Bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .592 on with wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176 replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .592 heated mirrors . . . . . ....

  • Page 630

    Key-in reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 keyless enter-n-go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 keyless enter-n-go™ keyless enter-n-go™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 passive entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 passive...

  • Page 631

    Headlights on with wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 high beam indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291 illuminated entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 malfunction indicator (check engine) . . . . . . . . .291 map reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 632

    Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 electric powered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 electric remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 exterior folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 heated . . . . . . ....

  • Page 633

    Owner’s manual (operator manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .574 panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 parking brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .428 parksense® system, r...

  • Page 634

    Rear cross path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138 rear cupholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .269 rear parksense system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220 rear seat, folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 rear window features...

  • Page 635

    Schedule, maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .602 seat belt adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage . . . . . .57 automatic locking retractor (alr) . . . . . . . . . . .59 beltalert® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 disengage the automatic locking mode . ...

  • Page 636

    Arm the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 tamper alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 security system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 selection of coolant (antifreeze). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .598 selection of oil . . . . . ....

  • Page 637

    Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272 storage, vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .380 storing your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .588 sunglasses storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .245 sun roof . ....

  • Page 638

    Spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507 spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .460 tread wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .461 tire safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .441 tongue weight/trailer we...

  • Page 639

    Uconnect® operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .345 screen activated features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 uconnect® settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 uconnect® settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 customer programma...

  • Page 640

    Windshield washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176 fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .559 windshield wiper blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552 windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176 wiper blade replacement ...

  • Page 641

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

  • Page 642

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