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Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 2014 Owner's Manual

Summary of Grand Cherokee SRT 2014

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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 5: Introduction

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

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    Introduction congratulations on selecting your new chrysler group llc vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and perform tasks t...

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

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

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

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    ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 䡵 remote starting system — if equipped . .28 ▫ how to use remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 䡵 door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 ▫ power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 ▫ c...

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    ▫ seat belts and pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . .65 ▫ seat belt extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 ▫ supplemental restraint system (srs) — air bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 ▫ advanced front air bag features . . . . . . . . . . .69 ▫ air bag depl...

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    A word about your keys your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a key fob with remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter and a keyless ignition node (kin). Keyless enter-n-go™ feature this vehicle is equipped with the keyless enter-n-go™ feature, (refer to ⬙keyless enter-n-g...

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

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

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

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    The vehicle. The system will not allow the engine to crank if an invalid key fob is used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two sec- onds if an invalid key fob is used to start the engine. Note: a key fob that has not been programmed is also considered an invali...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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    Programming additional transmitters programming key fobs or rke transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. Transmitter battery replacement the recommended replacement battery is one cr2032 battery. Note: • perchlorate material — special handling may apply. Batteries could contain dangero...

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

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    How to use remote start all of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: • shift lever in park • doors closed • hood closed • hazard switch off • brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) • ignition key removed from ignition switch • battery at an acceptable cha...

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    • remote start aborted — fuel low • remote start aborted — system fault • remote start disabled — start vehicle to reset the evic message stays active until the ignition is turned to the on/run position. To enter remote start mode press and release the remote start button on the rke transmitter twic...

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

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    Door locks the power door locks can be manually locked from inside the vehicle by using the door lock knob. To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward. To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent. To unlock the rear doors, pull the door...

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    Warning! (continued) • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. Unsu- pervised use of vehicle equipment may cause se- vere personal injuries or death. • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing childre...

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

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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). Note: for emergency exit from the rear seats when the child-protection door lock system is engaged, manually raise the do...

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    • if the vehicle is unlocked by passive entry and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm the theft alarm. • if wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the passive entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting i...

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    To unlock from the passenger side: with a valid passive entry rke transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally. The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked. Note: all doors will ...

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    Note: if the vehicle is unlocked then the liftgate will open with the handle and no rke transmitter is required. To lock the liftgate with a valid passive entry rke transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the passive entry lock button located to the right of electronic liftgate handle...

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    To lock the vehicle’s doors with one of the vehicle’s passive entry rke transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handle, press the door handle lock button to lock all four doors and liftgate. Do not grab the door handle, when pressing the door handle lock button. This c...

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    Is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking. • the passive entry system will not operate if the rke transmitter battery is dead. The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the rke transmitter lock button or the lock...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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    • if your liftgate is power closing and you put the vehicle in gear, the liftgate will continue to power close. However, vehicle movement may result in a detection of an obstruction. Warning! • driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passenger...

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    • front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may enhance occupant protection by managing occupant energy during an impact event • all seat belt systems (except the driver’s and second row center) include automatic locking retractors (alrs), which lock the seat belt webbing into position by exte...

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

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

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    And cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your own street. Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts redu...

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

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    3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” warning! • a belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your bel...

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

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

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    Lap/shoulder belt untwisting procedure use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold ...

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    As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, you will prefer a higher position. When you release the button, verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched by pulling downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into ...

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    Out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a ⬙click.⬙ automatic locking retractor mode (alr) — if equipped in this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked. The belt will still ret...

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

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    The active head restraints (ahr) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat ahrs will be deployed. When ahrs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head an...

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

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    4. The ahr front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. 1 — downward movement 2 — rearward movement 3 — final downward movement to engage locking mechanism 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 63.

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

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    After the sequence completes, the seat belt reminder light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts are fastened. The driver should instruct all other occu- pants to fasten their seat belts. If a front seat belt is unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), beltalert...

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

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

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

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    • front and side impact sensors • front seat belt pretensioners, seat belt buckle switch, and seat track position sensors advanced front air bag features the advanced front air bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and ...

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

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

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

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

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

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    Noted that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos- tics also record the nature of the malfunction. 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...

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    The orc determines if a side collision requires the side air bags to inflate, based on the severity and type of collision. Based on the severity and type of collision, the side air bag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas. The inflating sa...

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    Enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the sabic inflates. This especially applies to children. The sabic is only about 3-1/2 in (9 cm) thick when it is inflated. Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehi...

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    If a deployment occurs the advanced front air bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment. Note: in a rollover the pretensioners and/or sab and sabic - if equipped air bags may deploy on both sides of the vehicle. If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any or all of the...

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    Warning! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and the front seat belt retrac- tor assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer im- mediately. Also, have the occupant restraint con- troller (orc) system servi...

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

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

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    In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the edr. Child restraints everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times, including babies and children. Ev...

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

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    Child size, height, weight or age recommended type of child restraint small children children who are at least two years old or who have out-grown the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child restraint forward-facing child restraint with a five-point harness, facing forward in the rear seat...

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    Their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old. Children should remain rearward-facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat. Warning! • never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger advanced f...

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    Warning! • improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. • when your child restraint...

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    Child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check belt fit peri- odically. A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position. If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or be...

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

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    Latch positions for installing child restraints in this vehicle lower anchor / top tether locations lower anchorage symbol 2 anchorages per seating position top tether anchorage symbol 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 89.

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

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

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

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    You lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along gap between the seatback and seat cushion. Locating the latch anchorages in addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat...

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

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

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

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    4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- ing position. 5. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the top tether anchorage. See the section “installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage” for direc- tio...

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

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

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

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

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

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    5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. Refer to “lower anchors and tethers for chil- dren (latch) restraint system” for directions to attach a tether anchor. 6. Test...

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    2. To access the top tether strap anchorages behind the rear seat, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchorages. 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle i...

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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. Installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage — center seating position f...

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

  • Page 110

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

  • Page 111

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

  • Page 112

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

  • Page 113

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

  • Page 115: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 ▫ automatic dimming mirror — if equipped . . .121 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 ▫ o...

  • Page 116

    ▫ power seats — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138 ▫ passenger’s power seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140 ▫ power lumbar — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .141 ▫ manual front seats forward/rearward adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 ▫ manual front passen...

  • Page 117

    ▫ daytime running lights — if equipped . . . . .166 ▫ automatic headlight leveling — hid headlights only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 ▫ adaptive bi-xenon high intensity discharge headlights — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 ▫ headlight delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 118

    䡵 power tilt/telescoping steering column — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181 䡵 heated steering wheel — if equipped. .182 ▫ heated steering wheel with uconnect® 5.0 if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 ▫ heated steering wheel with uconnect® 8.4/8.4a. . . . ....

  • Page 119

    ▫ adaptive cruise control (acc) menu . . . . . . .202 ▫ display warnings and maintenance . . . . . . . .203 ▫ precautions while driving with acc . . . . . . .207 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 ▫ normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode . . .211 ▫ forward collision war...

  • Page 120

    䡵 parkview® rear back up camera — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238 ▫ turning parkview® on or off — with uconnect® 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240 ▫ turning parkview® on or off — with uconnect® 8.4/8.4a. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2...

  • Page 121

    ▫ wind buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .254 ▫ sunroof maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .254 ▫ ignition off operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255 䡵 commandview® sunroof with power shade — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255 ▫ opening sunroof ...

  • Page 122

    䡵 cargo area features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270 ▫ rechargeable flashlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270 ▫ cargo storage bins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271 ▫ retractable cargo area cover — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273 ▫ rear cargo tie-d...

  • Page 123

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

  • Page 124

    A counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting. The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, 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. ...

  • Page 125

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

  • Page 126

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

  • Page 127

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

  • Page 128

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

  • Page 129

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

  • Page 130

    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 131

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

  • Page 132

    The area on the rear fascia where the radar sensors are located must remain free of snow, ice, and dirt/road contamination so that the bsm system can function properly. Do not block the area of the rear fascia where the radar sensors are located with foreign objects (bum- per stickers, bicycle racks...

  • Page 133

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

  • Page 134

    Entering from the rear vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h). Overtaking traffic if you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains ...

  • Page 135

    Overtaking/approaching overtaking/passing 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 133.

  • Page 136

    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 137

    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 138

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

  • Page 139

    View mirror based on a detected object. However, when the system is operating in rcp, the system will respond with both visual and audible alerts when a detected object is present. Whenever an audible alert is requested, the radio is muted. Blind spot alert lights/chime when operating in blind spot ...

  • Page 140

    Note: the bsm system will store the current operating mode when the vehicle is shut off. Each time the vehicle is started the previously stored mode will be recalled and used seats seats are part of the occupant restraint system of the vehicle. Warning! • it is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, ins...

  • Page 141

    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 142

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

  • Page 143

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

  • Page 144

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

  • Page 145

    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 146

    Front passenger seat fold-flat feature — if equipped to fold the seatback to the flat load-floor position, lift the recline lever and push the seatback forward. To return to the seating position, raise the seatback and lock it into place. Heated seats — if equipped on some models, the front and rear...

  • Page 147

    Warning! (continued) • do not place anything on the seat or seatback that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface tempera- ture of the seat. Veh...

  • Page 148

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

  • Page 149

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

  • Page 150

    Two to one, indicating the change. The low-level setting will turn off automatically after approximately 45 min- utes. Front ventilated seats with uconnect® 8.4/8.4a — if equipped on some models, both the driver and passenger seats are ventilated. Located in the seat cushion and seatback are small f...

  • Page 151

    Head restraints head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear- impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear. Warning! The head restraints for all occupants must be...

  • Page 152

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

  • Page 153

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

  • Page 154

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

  • Page 155

    Warning! Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered position could result in serious injury or death in a collision. Always make sure the outboard head re- straints are in their upright positions when the seat is to be occupied. Note: for proper routing of a child seat tether refer to ...

  • Page 156

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

  • Page 157

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

  • Page 158

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

  • Page 159

    Vehicles equipped with keyless enter-n-go 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the engine start/stop button and cycle the ignition to the on/run position (do not start the engine). 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.E., seat, side mirror, power tilt and telescopic...

  • Page 160

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

  • Page 161

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

  • Page 162

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

  • Page 163

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

  • Page 164

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

  • Page 165

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

  • Page 166

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

  • Page 167

    Available in the in the uconnect® system screen. Refer to “customer- programmable features — uconnect® ac- cess 8.4 settings ” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further information. If your vehicle is equipped with a “rain sensitive wiper system” and it is activated, the headlights will a...

  • Page 168

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

  • Page 169

    Automatic headlight leveling — hid headlights only this feature prevents the headlights from interfering with the vision of oncoming drivers. Headlight leveling automatically adjusts the height of the headlight beam in reaction to changes in vehicle pitch. Adaptive bi-xenon high intensity discharge ...

  • Page 170

    The headlight delay time is programmable in the uconnect® system screen. Refer to “customer- program- mable features — uconnect® access 8.4 settings ” in “understanding your instrument panel” for further in- formation. Parking lights and panel lights to turn on the parking lights and instrument pane...

  • Page 171

    Turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when the headlight switch is rotated to the off position, or the high beam is selected. Interior lights courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating wheel on the right side of the headlight...

  • Page 172

    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 173

    Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night time visibility. To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry (rke) is pressed. Courtesy ligh...

  • Page 174

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

  • Page 175

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

  • Page 176

    Windshield wipers and washers the windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering col- umn. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever. For information on the rear wiper/washer, refer to “rear window fe...

  • Page 177

    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 178

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

  • Page 179

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

  • Page 180

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

  • Page 181

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

  • Page 182

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

  • Page 183

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

  • Page 184

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

  • Page 185

    The heated steering wheel switch is located on the switch bank below the climate controls. There are also soft keys in the radio screen that will activate the heated steering wheel. Press the switch to turn on the heated steering wheel. The light on the switch will illuminate to indicate the steerin...

  • Page 186

    Heated steering wheel with uconnect® 8.4/8.4a the steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering wheel has only one temperature setting. Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on it will operate for approximately 30 to 95 minutes bef...

  • Page 187

    Warning! (continued) • do not place anything on the steering wheel that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering wheel covers of any type and material. This may cause the steering wheel heater to overheat. Electronic speed control — if equipped when engaged, the electronic speed control...

  • Page 188

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

  • Page 189

    To deactivate a soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the cancel button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate electronic speed control without erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the on/off button or turning the ignition switch off erases the set speed memory. To resu...

  • Page 190

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

  • Page 191

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

  • Page 192

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

  • Page 193

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

  • Page 194

    Note: any chassis/suspension or tire size modifica- tions to the vehicle will effect the performance of the adaptive cruise control. Activating adaptive cruise control (acc) you can only engage acc if the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). The minimum set speed for the acc system is 20 mph (30 k...

  • Page 195

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

  • Page 196

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

  • Page 197

    • a trailer sway control (tsc) event occurs. • the transmission is shifted into neutral. • 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. • th...

  • Page 198

    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 199

    Note: • when you override and push the set + button or set - buttons, the current vehicle speed will become the set speed of the system. • when you use the set - button to decelerate, if the engine’s braking power does not slow the vehicle sufficiently to reach the set speed, the brake system will a...

  • Page 200

    Distance setting 4 bars (longest) distance setting 3 bars (long) 198 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 201

    Distance setting 2 bars (medium) distance setting 1 bar (short) 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 199.

  • Page 202

    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 203

    “brake” will flash in the evic and a chime will sound while acc continues to apply its maximum braking capacity. When this occurs, you should immediately apply the brakes as needed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead. Overtake aid when driving with acc engaged and following a target v...

  • Page 204

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

  • Page 205

    • acc unavailable warning • the evic will return to the last display selected after five seconds of no acc display activity. Display warnings and maintenance “wipe front radar sensor in front of vehicle” warning the “acc / fcw unavailable wipe front radar sensor” warning will display and also a chim...

  • Page 206

    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 207

    Obstructions, such as mud, dirt, or ice on windshield and fog on the inside of glass. In these cases, the evic will display “acc / fcw limited functionality clean front windshield” and the system will have degraded perfor- mance. The “acc / fcw limited functionality clean front windshield” message c...

  • Page 208

    To remove the sensor follow these instructions: 1. Unplug the connector by depressing the two tabs on the connector and pulling it out. Do not pull by the wiring or use any tools to remove the connector. 2. Remove the wiring christmas tree attachment from the back of the bracket. 3. Remove the two m...

  • Page 209

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

  • Page 210

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

  • Page 211

    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 212

    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 213

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

  • Page 214

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

  • Page 215

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

  • Page 216

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

  • Page 217

    Note: • the minimum speed for fcw activation is 5 mph (10 km/h). • the fcw alerts may be triggered on objects other than vehicles such as guard rails or sign posts based on the course prediction. This is expected and is a part of normal fcw activation and functionality. Warning! Forward collision wa...

  • Page 218

    Additional brake support if the driver is not braking adequately in the event of a potential frontal collision. Note: the fcw system state is kept in memory from one key cycle to the next. If the system is turned off, it will remain off when the vehicle is restarted. Changing fcw and active braking ...

  • Page 219

    5. Press the “fwd collision warning” far or near soft-key for your desired preference. Then press the back arrow. 6. Press the second “fwd collision w...” soft-key. 7. Press the “active braking” on or off soft-key. The default status of fcw is the “far” setting and the active braking is the “on” set...

  • Page 220

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

  • Page 221

    Obstacles from approximately 12 in (30 cm) up to 79 in (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal direction, depending on the location, type and orienta- tion of the obstacle. Parksense® warning display the parksense® warning screen will only be displayed if sound and display is selected...

  • Page 222

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

  • Page 223

    Slow tone fast tone 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 221.

  • Page 224

    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 222 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 225

    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 226

    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 “electronic vehicle informa- tion...

  • Page 227

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

  • Page 228

    • 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 229

    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 230

    Parksense® front and rear park assist — if equipped the parksense® park assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear and/or front fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up or moving forward, e.G. During a parking maneuver. Refer to parksense® system usa...

  • Page 231

    Parksense® warning display the parksense® warning screen will only be displayed if sound and display is selected from the customer- programmable features section of the electronic vehicle information center (evic) or from the uconnect® sys- tem (if equipped). Refer to “electronic vehicle informa- ti...

  • Page 232

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

  • Page 233

    Slow tone fast tone 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 231.

  • Page 234

    The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the evic display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: continuous tone 232 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 235

    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 236

    Adjustable chime volume settings front and rear chime volume settings can be selected from the evic or uconnect® system — if equipped. If uconnect® system is equipped, chime volume settings will not be accessible from the evic. The chime volume settings include low, medium, and high. The factory def...

  • Page 237

    ⬙parksense unavailable service required⬙ message. When the shift lever is moved to reverse and the system has detected a faulted condition with the front sensors, the evic will display ⬙unavailable⬙ at the front sensor location of the car graphic. The system will continue to provide arc alerts at th...

  • Page 238

    • jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could affect the performance of parksense®. • when you turn parksense® off, the instrument cluster will display “parksense off.” furthermore, once you turn parksense® off, it remains off until you turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key....

  • Page 239

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

  • Page 240

    Warning! (continued) • before using parksense®, it is strongly recom- mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is not used for towing. Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball will be...

  • Page 241

    Indicate the center of the vehicle to assist with aligning to a hitch/receiver. The static grid lines will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone: zone distance to the rear of the vehicle ...

  • Page 242

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

  • Page 243

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

  • Page 244

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

  • Page 245

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

  • Page 246

    Note: homelink® is disabled when the vehicle secu- rity alarm is active. Before you begin programming homelink® be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recom...

  • Page 247

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

  • Page 248

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

  • Page 249

    Reprogramming a single homelink® button to reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Cycle the ignition to the on/run position. 2. Press and hold the desired homelink® button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not release the button. 3. ...

  • Page 250

    Reprogramming a single homelink® button to reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Cycle the ignition to the on/run position. 2. Press and hold the desired homelink® button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not release the button. 3. ...

  • Page 251

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

  • Page 252

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

  • Page 253

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

  • Page 254

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

  • Page 255

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

  • Page 256

    Note: if three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in pinch protect reversals, the fourth close attempt will be a manual close movement with pinch protect disabled. Venting sunroof — express press and release the vent button within one half second and the sunroof will open to the vent position...

  • Page 257

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

  • Page 258

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

  • Page 259

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

  • Page 260

    Position. The shade will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “express close”. During express close operation, any movement of the switch will stop the shade. Note: if the sunroof is open, it will automatically close during the ⬙sun shade express close⬙ movement. Closing power shade ...

  • Page 261

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

  • Page 262

    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 263

    The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo area. Center console outlet rear power outlet 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 261.

  • Page 264

    Note: the rear power outlet can be switched to “bat- tery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel. Power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse power outlet fuse locations 1 — f104 fuse 20 a yellow power outlet console bin 2 — f90–f91 fuse 20...

  • Page 265

    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 266

    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 267

    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 268

    There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the fold-down center armrest. Storage glove compartment the glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Rear cupholders glove compartment 266 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 269

    To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the latch and lower the glove box door. Door storage large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy access. Opened glove compartment door panel storage 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 267.

  • Page 270

    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. Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the lower storage compartment. Storage compartment storage compartment lat...

  • Page 271

    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 269.

  • Page 272

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

  • Page 273

    Cargo storage bins there are four removable storage bins located in the rear cargo area. There are two storage bins located on either side of the cargo area. Note: if your vehicle is equipped with a rear subwoofer, the passenger side cargo area will not be available. Three-press switch rear storage ...

  • Page 274

    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 272 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 275

    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 276

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

  • Page 277

    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 278

    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 279

    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 280

    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 281

    • if the rear crossbar (or any metallic object) is placed over the satellite radio antenna (if equipped), you may experience interruption of satellite radio reception. For improved satellite radio reception, avoid placing the rear crossbar over the satellite radio antenna. • the grab handles on the ...

  • Page 282

    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. 280 understanding the features of y...

  • Page 283: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . .283 䡵 instrument cluster — premium . . . . . . .284 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . .285 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .294 ▫ electroni...

  • Page 284

    䡵 ipod®/usb/mp3 control — if equipped . .329 䡵 steering wheel audio controls — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330 ▫ radio operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330 ▫ cd player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .331 䡵 cd/dvd disc maint...

  • Page 285

    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...

  • Page 286

    Instrument cluster — premium 284 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 287

    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 288

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

  • Page 289

    Does not come on when turning the key from off to on/run, have the condition checked promptly. 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 situat...

  • Page 290

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

  • Page 291

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

  • Page 292

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

  • Page 293

    Vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) as an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your ...

  • Page 294

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

  • Page 295

    17. Selectable evic menu this area of the cluster will display the evic selectable menu. For further information, refer to “electronic ve- hicle information center (evic) — if equipped” of your owners manual for more information. 18. Air bag warning light this light will turn on for four to eight se...

  • Page 296

    On/run position. It should go out with the engine running. If the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the esc system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven sev...

  • Page 297

    This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the buttons mounted on the steering wheel. The evic consists of the following: • digital speedometer • vehicle info • fuel economy info • trip a • trip b • radio info • stored messages • screen setup • srt • 4wd setu...

  • Page 298

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

  • Page 299

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

  • Page 300

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

  • Page 301

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

  • Page 302

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

  • Page 303

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

  • Page 304

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

  • Page 305

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

  • Page 306

    • oil pressure warning light this telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns on. Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This...

  • Page 307

    Vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the park position. The light should turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- rized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is flashing when th...

  • Page 308

    Evic green telltales • electronic speed control set this telltale will illuminate green when the elec- tronic speed control is set. For further informa- tion, refer to “electronic speed control” in “un- derstanding the features of your vehicle.” evic selectable menu items press and release the up or...

  • Page 309

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

  • Page 310

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

  • Page 311

    Srt 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 capabilities of ...

  • Page 312

    • 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 313

    • 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. • 0.0s will display if the vehicle fails to reach 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) in less then 25 seconds. • the time will continue to display until the vehicle is brou...

  • Page 314

    6. Release the brake pedal. Pressing the launch control button when launch control is active will deactivate launch control. Note: • launch mode brings the engine to optimum rpm and waits for the driver to release the brake. Launch mode then uses engine throttle only to achieve controlled wheelslip ...

  • Page 315

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

  • Page 316

    Lower left • none (default setting) • compass • outside temp • trans temp • oil temp • time • range • avg mpg • current mpg • trailer brake gain lower right • none (default setting) • compass • outside temp • trans temp • oil temp • time • range • avg mpg • current mpg • trailer brake gain restore t...

  • Page 317

    Uconnect® access settings the uconnect® access system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features. Hard-keys hard-keys are located below the uconnect® access system in the center of the...

  • Page 318

    Auto-on comfort & remote start, engine off operation, compass settings, audio, phone/bluetooth and siri- usxm setup. Note: only one touchscreen area may be selected at a time. When making a selection, press the soft-key to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired mode press and release the prefer...

  • Page 319

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

  • Page 320

    Designated turn within a programmed route. To make your selection, touch the navigation turn-by-turn in cluster soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Clock after pressing the clo...

  • Page 321

    Check-mark appears next to the 12hrs or 24hrs setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Safety / assistance after pressing the safety / assistance soft-key the fol- lowing settings will be available. • front collision sensitivity —...

  • Page 322

    • tilt mirrors in reverse when this feature is selected, the outside sideview mir- rors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the run position and the transmission shift lever is in the re- verse position. The mirrors will move back to their previous position when the transmission is shifted ou...

  • Page 323

    Caution note to “check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. After five seconds, this note will disappear. The parkview® camera is located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear license plate. To make your selection, touch the parkview® backup camera soft-key, until a check-mark appe...

  • Page 324

    • headlights with wipers — if equipped when this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is in the auto position, the headlights will turn on ap- proximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by th...

  • Page 325

    Next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Doors & locks after pressing the doors & locks soft-key the following settings will be available. • auto unlock on exit when this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when the...

  • Page 326

    Passenger’s doors. When unlock all doors on 1st press is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the rke transmitter unlock button. Note: if the vehicle is programmed 1st press of key fob unlocks, all doors will unlock no matter which passive entry equipped door handle is graspe...

  • Page 327

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

  • Page 328

    Equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to off. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. To change the engine off power delay status touch the 0 seconds, 45 seconds, 5 minutes or 10 minutes soft-key. Then touch the arrow back soft-...

  • Page 329

    • perform compass calibration touch the calibration soft-key to change this setting. This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually reset the compass. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the evic will display cal until the compass is calibrated. You m...

  • Page 330

    Note: bass/mid/treble allow you to simply slide your finger up or down to change the setting as well as touch directly on the desired setting. • speed adjusted volume this feature increases or decreases volume relative to vehicle speed. To change the speed adjusted volume touch the off, 1, 2 or 3 so...

  • Page 331

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

  • Page 332

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

  • Page 333

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

  • Page 334

    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 335

    General overview hard-keys the hard-keys located below the uconnect® screen. Soft-keys soft-keys are accessible on the uconnect® system screen. Automatic climate controls — hard-keys uconnect® 8.4 automatic temperature controls — soft-keys 4 understanding your instrument panel 333.

  • Page 336

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

  • Page 337

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

  • Page 338

    Settings or on the touch-screen, press and slide the soft-key temperature bar towards the blue arrow soft-key for cooler temperature settings. Note: pressing this button while in sync mode will automatically exit sync. 9. Sync press the sync soft-key to toggle the sync feature on/off. The sync indic...

  • Page 339

    Panel mode air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individu- ally adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel lo...

  • Page 340

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

  • Page 341

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

  • Page 342

    The windshield. On systems with manual climate con- trols, the recirculation mode is not allowed in defrost mode to improve window clearing operation. Recircula- tion will be disabled automatically if this mode is se- lected. Attempting to use recirculation while in this mode will cause the led in t...

  • Page 343

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

  • Page 344

    Fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again. Window fogging interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- moved by turning the mode selector to defrost. The defrost/floor mod...

  • Page 345

    Control setting suggestions for various weather conditions 4 understanding your instrument panel 343.

  • Page 347: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .349 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .349 ▫ keyless enter-n-go™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350 ▫ normal starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350 ▫ extreme cold weather (...

  • Page 348

    䡵 power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .372 䡵 fuel saver technology — if equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .373 䡵 parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .373 䡵 electronic brake control system . . . .375 ▫ anti-lock brake system (abs) . . . ....

  • Page 349

    ▫ spare tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .401 ▫ tire spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .404 ▫ tread wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .404 ▫ life of tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .405 ▫ replacement tires . . . . . . ....

  • Page 350

    ▫ trailer hitch classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .429 ▫ trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .430 ▫ trailer and tongue weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . .430 ▫ towing requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431 ▫ towing ti...

  • Page 351

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

  • Page 352

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

  • Page 353

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

  • Page 354

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

  • Page 355

    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 356

    Clearing a flooded engine (using fob with integrated key) if the engine fails to start after you have followed the “normal starting” or “extreme cold weather” proce- dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel: 1. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. 2. Turn the i...

  • Page 357

    Caution! (continued) • before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal. Note: you must press and hold the brake pedal while shifting out of park. Warning! • it is dangerous to shift out of park or neutral if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your fo...

  • Page 358

    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 359

    Eight–speed automatic transmission your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art, fuel efficient eight-speed transmission. The electronic shift lever in this vehicle does not slide like a conventional shifter. Instead, the shift lever is spring loaded and moves forward and rearward, always return...

  • Page 360

    Drive or sport position will manually select the trans- mission gear, and will display the current gear in the instrument cluster. Refer to ⬙paddle shift mode⬙ in this section for further information. Gear ranges do not race the engine when shifting from park or neutral into another gear range. Note...

  • Page 361

    When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before shifting the transmission to park. As an added precau- tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. Note: on four-wheel drive vehicles be sure that the transfer case is in a drive pos...

  • Page 362

    Warning! (continued) locked in park, securing the vehicle against un- wanted movement. • when leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob and lock your vehicle. • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dan...

  • Page 363

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

  • Page 364

    Drive this range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission automatically upshifts through all forward gears. The drive position provides optimum driving characteris- tics under all normal operati...

  • Page 365

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

  • Page 366

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

  • Page 367

    Result. It will remain in the selected gear until another upshift or downshift is chosen, except as described below. • normally, in paddle shift mode, the transmission will automatically shift up when maximum engine speed is reached. If, however, paddle shift is engaged while in sport or track mode,...

  • Page 368

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

  • Page 369

    Will be in semi firm mode, and a green flag will light up in the instrument cluster. The transmission will provide a more aggressive shifting pattern (refer to “paddle shift mode” in “starting and operating” for further information). This feature will reset to auto on an ignition cycle. • snow – tun...

  • Page 370

    Active damping system this vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled damping system. This system reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including cornering, accelera- tion and braking. There are 3 modes: • touring mode (available in terrain positions auto and snow) — used dur...

  • Page 371

    Pressing the launch control button when launch control is active will deactivate launch control. Note: • launch mode brings the engine to optimum rpm and waits for the driver to release the brake. Launch mode then uses engine throttle only to achieve controlled wheelslip for maximum acceleration thr...

  • Page 372

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

  • Page 373

    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 374

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

  • Page 375

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

  • Page 376

    Note: • when the parking brake is applied and the transmis- sion is placed in gear, the “brake warning light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle. • this light only shows that the park...

  • Page 377

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

  • Page 378

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

  • Page 379

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

  • Page 380

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

  • Page 381

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

  • Page 382

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

  • Page 383

    Situation requiring esc to be switched to the “partial off” mode is overcome, turn esc back on by momen- tarily pressing the “esc off” switch. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion. Warning! • when in “partial off” mode, the tcs functionality of esc, (except for the limited slip feature de...

  • Page 384

    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 moved out of the park position. This will occur when the message was previously cleared. Warning! In the esc “full off” mode, the ...

  • Page 385

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

  • Page 386

    Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the esc system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- rized dealer as soon as...

  • Page 387

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

  • Page 388

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

  • Page 389

    Example: r = construction code — ⬙r⬙ means radial construction — ⬙d⬙ means diagonal or bias construction 15 = 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 range of spee...

  • Page 390

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

  • Page 391

    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 392

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

  • Page 393

    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. B-pillar location for tire and loading information placard 5 starting and operating 391.

  • Page 394

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

  • Page 395

    To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed xxx lbs or xxx kg” on the tire and loading information placard. The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) ...

  • Page 396

    Note: • the following table shows examples on how to calcu- late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry ...

  • Page 397

    5 starting and operating 395.

  • Page 398

    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 399

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

  • Page 400

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

  • Page 401

    Speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important. Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- tion. Refer to your authorized tire or original equipment vehicle dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold ti...

  • Page 402

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

  • Page 403

    Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, ...

  • Page 404

    Spare tire matching original equipped tire and wheel – if equipped your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and wheel equivalent in look and function to the original equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for y...

  • Page 405

    Warning! (continued) replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control. Full size spare – if equipped the full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may look like the originally equ...

  • Page 406

    Warning! (continued) driver’s side door. Replace (or repair) the original equipment tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control. Tire spinning when stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s whe...

  • Page 407

    These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to replacement tires in this section for further informa- tion. Life of tir...

  • Page 408

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

  • Page 409

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

  • Page 410

    Aggressive tread designs such as those on on/off-road 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 perm...

  • Page 411

    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 412

    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 413

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

  • Page 414

    Note: it is particularly important, for you to regularly check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain the proper pressure. The tire pressure monitor system (tpms) consists of the following components: • receiver module • four tire pressure monitoring sensors • various tire pressure m...

  • Page 415

    Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible, and inflate the low tire(s) that is “flashing” on the graphic display to the vehicle’s recommended cold tire pressure. The system will automatically update, the graphic dis- play of the pre...

  • Page 416

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

  • Page 417

    Correct vehicle position. However, the system still needs to be serviced as long as the ⬙service tpm system⬙ message exists. Note: there is no tire pressure monitoring sensor in the spare tire. The tpms will not be able to monitor the tire pressure. If you install the spare tire in place of a road t...

  • Page 418

    • this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration. The tpm sensors are regulated under one of the follow- ing licenses: united states mrxc4w4ma4 canada 2546a-c4w4ma4 fuel requirements 6.4l engine the 6.4l engine is designed to meet all e...

  • Page 419

    Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe- cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- prove air quality. The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro- vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fue...

  • Page 420

    E-85 usage in non-flex fuel vehicles non-ffv vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- ing 10% ethanol (e10). Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle’s warranty. If a non-ffv vehicle is inadvertently fueled with e-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: • ...

  • Page 421

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

  • Page 422

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

  • Page 423

    2. Open the fuel filler door. 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refueling. Fuel filler door release switch fuel filler door 5 starting and operating...

  • Page 424

    Note: only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open. 5. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full. 6. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door. Emergency gas can refueling • most gas cans will not open the f...

  • Page 425

    Warning! (continued) • a fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. Emergency fuel filler door release if you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel filler d...

  • Page 426

    This label contains the month and year of manufacture, gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), gross axle weight rating (gawr) front and rear, and vehicle identification number (vin). A month-day-hour (mdh) number is included on this label and indicates the month, day and hour of manufacture. The bar co...

  • Page 427

    Inflation pressure this is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for all loading conditions up to full gawr. Curb weight the curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full capacity conditions, and with no occupants ...

  • Page 428

    Caution! Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the gvwr or the maximum front and rear gawr. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could cause you to lose control. Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Trailer towing in th...

  • Page 429

    Measure gtw is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. Gross combination weight rating (gcwr) the gcwr is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. Note: the gcwr rating includes...

  • Page 430

    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 kinds of hitches are the most popular on the market today and they are commonly used to tow small- and medium- siz...

  • Page 431

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

  • Page 432

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

  • Page 433

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

  • Page 434

    Caution! • do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. • then, 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. Thi...

  • Page 435

    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 436

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

  • Page 437

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

  • Page 438

    Paddle shift mode • when using the paddle shift switches, select the highest gear that allows for adequate performance and avoids frequent downshifts. For example, choose “5” if the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “4” or “3” if needed to maintain the desired speed. • to prevent excess heat g...

  • Page 439

    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 441: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . .440 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . .440 䡵 jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . .441 ▫ run flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .442 ▫ jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 442

    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 443

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

  • Page 444

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

  • Page 445

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

  • Page 446

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

  • Page 447

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

  • Page 448

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

  • Page 449

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

  • Page 450

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

  • Page 451

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

  • Page 452

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

  • Page 453

    13. Have the aluminum road wheel and tire repaired as soon as possible, properly secure the spare tire with the special wing nut torqued to 3.7 ft-lbs (5 n·m), reinstall the jack and tool kit foam tray, and latch the rear load floor cover. Warning! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision ...

  • Page 454

    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. 3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 4. Finish tightening the...

  • Page 455

    Warning! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations for jump-start the battery in your vehicle is located under the passen- ger’s front seat. There are remote locations located under the hood to assist in jump-starting. ...

  • Page 456

    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 457

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

  • Page 458

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

  • Page 459

    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 2 seconds, you must press the brake pedal to engage drive or reverse. Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintai...

  • Page 460

    Caution! (continued) • revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no trans- mission shifting occurring). Warning! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous....

  • Page 461

    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– 8 speed transmission warning! Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before ...

  • Page 462

    2. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the metal latch in towards the tether strap. 3. While the metal latch is the open position, simultane- ously pull upwards on the tether strap until it clicks and releases out of the park position. Manual park release cover release latch 460 what to do in ...

  • Page 463

    Note: to prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention- ally, firmly apply the parking brake. To disengage the manual park release lever: 1. To disengage the manual park release apply tension upward while pushing the release latch towards the tether to unlock the lever. Released position release latc...

  • Page 464

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

  • Page 465

    Caution! • towing this vehicle using any other method could result in extensive damage to the transfer case and/or transmission. • such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. 6 what to do in emergencies 463.

  • Page 467: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 6.4l . . . . . . . . . .467 䡵 onboard diagnostic system (obd ii) . . .468 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468 䡵 replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470 䡵 deale...

  • Page 468

    ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .497 䡵 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 ▫ power distribution center . . . . . . . . .502 䡵 vehicle stora...

  • Page 469

    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 470

    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 471

    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 472

    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 473

    Maintenance procedures the pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle. Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule, there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the futu...

  • Page 474

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

  • Page 475

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

  • Page 476

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

  • Page 477

    Quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. Mopar® engine oil filters are a high quality oil filter and are recommended. Engine air cleaner filter refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Warning! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc...

  • Page 478

    Caution! (continued) • accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s bat- tery, even when not in use (i.E., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to de- grade battery life and/or...

  • Page 479

    Warning! (continued) • do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury. Air conditioner maintenance for best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked...

  • Page 480

    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 sealers, stop leak products, se...

  • Page 481

    5. Remove the a/c air filter by pulling it straight out of the housing. 6. Install the a/c air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover. Caution! The a/c air filter is identified with an arrow...

  • Page 482

    Mopar® spray white lube to assure quiet, easy opera- tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular attention should also be...

  • Page 483

    Note: the rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully up- ward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 2. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass. 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder. ...

  • Page 484

    4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press the wiper blade until it snaps into place. 5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into place. Adding washer fluid on vehicles equipped with a electronic vehicle informa- tion cente...

  • Page 485

    If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- aged, deteriora...

  • Page 486

    Caution! • the catalytic converter requires the use of un- leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control device and may seriously reduce engine perfor- mance and cause serious damage to the engine. • damage to the catalytic converter can res...

  • Page 487

    To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: • do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. • do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. • do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disc...

  • Page 488

    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 authorized dealer. Check the front of the a/c condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently sprayi...

  • Page 489

    Caution! • mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified organic additive technology (oat) en- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic additive technology (oat) engine cool- ant is different and should not be mixed with hybri...

  • Page 490

    The same engine coolant (oat coolant conforming to ms-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. Please review these recommendations for using organic additive technology (oat) engine coolant (antifreeze) that meets the requirements of chrysler material stan- dard ms-12106. When adding engine coola...

  • Page 491

    The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. Warning! • the warning words “do not open hot” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is overheated. Do not loo...

  • Page 492

    The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle ne...

  • Page 493

    • make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. • keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. • do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation. If replacement i...

  • Page 494

    Pads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced. If the brake fluid is abnormally low, check system for leaks. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further information. Warning! • use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Ref...

  • Page 495

    Warning! (continued) • do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure. This could result in a collision. Front/rear axle fluid for normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not required. When ...

  • Page 496

    Caution! Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage then and cause them to leak. Selection of lubricant use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintain- ing your vehicle” for further information. Transfer case fluid level check for n...

  • Page 497

    Automatic transmission selection of lubricant it is important to use the proper transmission fluid to ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission fluid. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintaining your vehicle” for fluid...

  • Page 498

    Caution! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- nents. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Fluid level check the fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating cond...

  • Page 499

    Fluid and filter changes refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission is disassembled for any reason. Appearance care and protection from corrosion protection of body and paint from corrosion vehicle body care ...

  • Page 500

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

  • Page 501

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

  • Page 502

    Note: if your vehicle is equipped with dark vapor chrome wheels do not use wheel cleaners, abrasives or polishing compounds. They will permanently damage this finish and such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Use only mild soap and water with a soft cloth. Used on a regular ...

  • Page 503

    And mopar® total clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter- gents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not required to mainta...

  • Page 504

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

  • Page 505

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f03 60 amp yellow rad fan f05 40 amp green compressor for air suspension if equipped f06 40 amp green antilock brakes/ electronic stability control pump f07 40 amp green starter solenoid f08 40 amp green emission sensors (diesel engine only) f09 40 amp ...

  • Page 506

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

  • Page 507

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f37 30 amp pink rear blower - if equipped f38 30 amp pink power inverter 115v ac - if equipped f39 30 amp pink power liftgate - if equipped f40 10 amp red daytime running lights f42 20 amp yellow horn f44 10 amp red diagnostic port cavity car- tridge fu...

  • Page 508

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f53 20 amp yellow trailer tow – left turn/stop lights - if equipped f56 15 amp blue additional content (diesel engine only) f57 15 amp blue transmission f59 10 amp red purging pump (diesel engine only) f60 15 amp blue transmission con- trol module f62 1...

  • Page 509

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f70 20 amp yellow fuel pump motor f71 30 amp green audio amplifier f73 15 amp blue hid headlamps right f74 20 amp yellow brake vacuum pump - if equipped f76 10 amp red antilock brakes/ electronic stability control cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse desc...

  • Page 510

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f82 10 amp red steering column control module/ cruise control f83 10 amp red fuel door f84 15 amp blue switch bank/ instrument cluster f85 10 amp red airbag module f86 10 amp red airbag module cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f87 10 amp re...

  • Page 511

    Cavity car- tridge fuse micro fuse description f95 10 amp red rear camera / park assist f96 10 amp red rear seat heater switch / flashlamp charger - if equipped f97 25 amp natural rear heated seats & heated steering wheel - if equipped f98 25 amp natural front heated seats - if equipped f99 10 amp r...

  • Page 512

    Caution! • when installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly posi- tioned 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 fus...

  • Page 513

    Bulb number 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 exterior bulbs bulb number headlamps (low beam) h11 premium headlamps (low/high beam) d3s (serviced at ...

  • Page 514

    Bulb number rear license lamps led - (service at authorized dealer) rear body side turn/ stop/lamps 3157 p27/7w 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 ...

  • Page 515

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

  • Page 516

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

  • Page 517

    4. Twist socket counter clockwise and remove from lamp. 5. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 6. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the lamp assembly. Rear liftgate mounted tail lamp 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Use a fiber stick or flat blade screw driver to pry the lower tr...

  • Page 518

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

  • Page 519

    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 520

    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 521

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

  • Page 523: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . .522 ▫ required maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . . .523 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 524

    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 525

    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 refer- ring to the steps described under “electronic vehicle infor- mation ce...

  • Page 526

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

  • Page 527

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

  • Page 528

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

  • Page 529

    48,000 miles (80,000 km) or 48 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; rep...

  • Page 530

    60,000 miles (100,000 km) or 60 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏ adjust parking brake on veh...

  • Page 531

    72,000 miles (120,000 km) or 72 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; re...

  • Page 532

    84,000 miles (140,000 km) or 84 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road condi- tions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; ...

  • Page 533

    96,000 miles (160,000 km) or 96 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; re...

  • Page 534

    108,000 miles (180,000 km) or 108 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road condi- tions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter...

  • Page 535

    120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 120 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏ adjust parking brake on v...

  • Page 536

    132,000 miles (220,000 km) or 132 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road condi- tions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter...

  • Page 537

    144,000 miles (240,000 km) or 144 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ if using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; ...

  • Page 538

    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 539: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .539 ▫ prepare for the appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .539 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .539 ▫ be reasonable with requests ....

  • Page 540

    䡵 department of transportation uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .545 ▫ treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .545 ▫ traction grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .545 ▫ temperature grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .546 538 if...

  • Page 541

    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 542

    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 543

    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 544

    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 545

    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 546

    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 547

    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 548

    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 549: Index

    Index 10

  • Page 550

    Adaptive cruise control (acc) (cruise control) . . .188 adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .487 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .420 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .419 airbag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 551

    Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .364 auxiliary electrical outlet (power outlet) . . . . . . . .259 auxiliary power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .259 battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .475 keyless transmitte...

  • Page 552

    Center high mounted stop light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .516 certification label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .423 chart, tire sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .386 check engine light (malfunction indicator light) . .468 checking your vehicle for safety . . ....

  • Page 553

    Defroster, rear window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277 defroster, windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 disposal antifreeze (engine coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .489 door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 door opener, garage...

  • Page 554

    Oil change interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .472 oil filler cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .474 oil selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .473 oil synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .474 overheating . . . . . ....

  • Page 555

    Front axle (differential). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .493 fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416 adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .420 additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .419 clean air ....

  • Page 556

    On with wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173 replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .513 heated mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 high beam indicator ...

  • Page 557

    Lane change assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173 lap/shoulder belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 latches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 lead free gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416 leaks, fluid ....

  • Page 558

    Service engine soon (malfunction indicator) . . . .286 side marker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .514 smartbeams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165 tire pressure monitoring (tpms) . . . . . . . . . . . .290 traction control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 559

    New vehicle break-in period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 occupant restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 occupant restraints (sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 octane rating, gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416 odometer. . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 560

    Power distribution center (fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .264 lift gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 mirrors . . . . . ...

  • Page 561

    Remote control starting system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 remote keyless entry (rke) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 remote sound system (radio) controls . . . . . . . . .330 remote starting system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 replacement bulbs . . . . ...

  • Page 562

    Easy entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140 rear folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 reclining . . . . . ....

  • Page 563

    Storage, vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .341 storing your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .510 sunglasses storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242 sun roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252 sun visor ext...

  • Page 564

    Tread wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .404 tire safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .385 tongue weight/trailer weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .430 tow hooks, emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .458 towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 565

    Vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .392 vehicle modifications/alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 vehicle storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .341 viscosity, engine oil . . . ...

  • Page 566

    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 567

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