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Jeep Wrangler 2011 Owner's Manual - Introduction

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    291680.Ps 11jk72-126-aa chrysler 1" gutter 05/14/2010 06:18:00 chrysler group llc 11jk72-126-aa first edition printed in u.S.A. 2011 wr angler wrangler o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2 0 1 1 wrangler o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2 0 1 1 chrysler group llc 11jk72-126-aa first edition printed in u.S.A. 2011 w...

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    291680.Ps 11jk72-126-aa chrysler 1" gutter 05/14/2010 06:18:00 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 o...

  • 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 ide...

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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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    Note: after reviewing the owner information, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc- ing and remain with the vehicle when sold. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- nicians and genuine mopar 威 parts, and...

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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 a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up. How to use this manual consult the table of contents to determine...

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    Introduction 7.

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    Warnings and cautions this owner’s manual contains warnings against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains cautions against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important info...

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    Vehicle modifications/alterations warning! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death. 1 introduction 9.

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    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ▫ ignition key removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ▫ key-in-ignition reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 䡵 sentry key威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 ▫ transmitter battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . 25 䡵 remote starting system — if equipped . . . . . . . 26 ▫ how to use remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 䡵 doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ automatic locking retractor mode (alr) — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 ▫ energy management feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 ▫ seat belt pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 ▫ enhanced seat belt use reminder system (beltalert 威) . . . . . . . . ....

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    A word about your keys the keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic bag with the key code number on it. If you received your keys without the bag, ask your authorized dealer to give you the number. The key code can also be obtained by your authorized dealer from your vehicle invoice. Igni...

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    Warning! Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is danger- ous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the shift lever. Do not leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other co...

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    Note: a key that has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle. During normal operation, after turning on the ignition switch, the vehicle security light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the l...

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    Caution! Always remove the sentry keys 威 from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- tended. At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit personal identification number (pin). Keep the pin in a secure location. This number is required for authorize...

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    4. Insert a blank sentry key 威 into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the on/run position within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In addition, the vehicle security light will stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete, the vehicle security light wi...

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    Alarming. The horn will sound, the headlights, park lamps and/or turn signals will flash repeatedly for three minutes. If the disturbance is still present (driver’s door, passenger door, other doors, ignition) after three minutes, the headlights, park lamps and/or turn signals will flash for an addi...

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    Your absence, the horn will sound three times and the exterior lights blink three times when you unlock the doors. Check the vehicle for tampering. The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the vehicle security alarm will arm unexpectedl...

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    Note: • the front courtesy overhead console and door cour- tesy lights do not 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 ke...

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    To unlock the doors and swing gate press and release the rke transmitter unlock button once to unlock the driver’s door only, or twice to unlock all the doors and swing gate. When the rke transmitter unlock button is pressed, the illuminated entry will initiate and the parking lights will flash twic...

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    To lock the doors and swing gate press and release the lock button on the rke transmit- ter to lock all doors. The turn signals will flash and the horn will chirp once to acknowledge the lock signal. If desired, the “sound horn on lock” feature can be turned on or off using the following steps: 1. P...

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    2. While the unlock button is pressed, (after four seconds) press the rke transmitter lock button. Re- lease both buttons. 3. Test the “flash lights with lock” feature outside of the vehicle by pressing the rke transmitter lock button with the ignition in the lock position and the key removed. Note:...

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    If your rke transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. Weak battery in the rke transmitter. The expected life of a battery is five years. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobil...

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

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

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    The ignition switch must be cycled to the on/run position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle. Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur: • the engine stalls or rpm exceeds 2500 • any engine warning lamps come on • the hood is opened • the hazard switch is pr...

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    Doors caution! Careless handling and storage of the removable door panels may damage the seals, causing water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. Upper half door window removal — if equipped grasp the half door window and pull upward. Upper half door window installation — if equipped 1. Grasp the h...

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    2. Push down to ensure the half door window is fully seated. Front door removal warning! Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the doors removed as you will lose the protection that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only. 1. Roll down the glass ...

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    On one end (right) of the connector. This will unlock the connector tab, allowing the tab to be pressed down and enabling the harness to be disconnected. 4. Unhook the door strap from the body hook. Be careful not to allow the door to swing fully open as the mirror may damage the paint. 5. With the ...

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    1. Roll down the glass window to prevent any damage. 2. Remove the hinge pin screws from the upper and lower outside hinges (using a #t50 torx 威 head driver). Note: the hinge pin screws and nuts can be stowed in the rear cargo tray located under the rear loadfloor. 3. Slide the front seat(s) fully f...

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    Note: if the red latch on the connector is locked, push the red latch to the right until you can only see the latch on one end (right) of the connector. This will unlock the connector tab, allowing the tab to be pressed down and enabling the harness to be disconnected. 6. Unhook the door strap from ...

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    Door locks manual door locks all doors are equipped with an interior rocker-type door lock lever. To lock a door when leaving your vehicle, press the rocker lever forward to the lock position and close the door. To unlock the door press the rocker lever rearward. Note: the ignition key that is used ...

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    Warning! • for personal security reasons and safety in an accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. (continued) warning! (continued) • never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of...

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    6. The doors were not previously locked using the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter automatic door locks programming — if equipped the automatic door locks feature can be enabled or disabled as follows: • for vehicles equipped with the electronic vehicle information ce...

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    Automatic unlock doors on exit the doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: 1. The “automatic unlock doors on exit” feature is enabled. 2. The vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h) and the transmission shift lever is in neutral or park. 3. The driver door is opened. 4...

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    5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h). 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. Automatic door locks programming the “automatic door locks” feature can be enabled or disabled as follows: 1. Close all doors and place ...

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    2. Insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the lock or unlock position. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. Warning! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child-protection lo...

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    Windows power windows — if equipped the power window switches are located on the instru- ment panel below the radio. Press the switch downward to open the window and upward to close the window. The top left switch controls the left front window and the top right switch controls the right front windo...

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    To stop the window from going all the way down during the auto-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly. To partially open the window, press halfway to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. Window lockout switch — four-door models the window lockout switch (located b...

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    Rear power windows — four-door models the rear passenger window switches are located on the back of the center floor console. Press the switch down- ward to open the window and upward to close the window. Wind buffeting wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a h...

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    Note: close the rear flip-up window before attempting to close the swing gate (hard top models only). Caution! Do not press on rear wiper blade when closing the rear flip-up window, as damage to the blade will result. Warning! Driving with the flip-up window open can allow poisonous exhaust gases in...

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    • advanced front air bags for driver and front passen- ger • supplemental seat-mounted side air bags (sab) — if equipped • an energy-absorbing steering column and steering wheel • knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants • front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may enhance occupant p...

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    Warning! Infants in rear facing child restraints should never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger advanced front air bag. An air bag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly (see ...

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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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    Of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/shoulder belts all seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is de- signed to lock during very sudd...

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    Warning! (continued) • two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size. Lap/shoulder belt operating ...

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    Warning! • a belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • a belt that is loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop you...

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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 an accident, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the belt over your s...

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    Warning! • a lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in an accident. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • a twisted belt cannot do its job as well. In a collision,...

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    Rear center lap/shoulder belt retractor lockout — four-door models only this feature is designed to lock the retractor whenever the 60% rear seatback is not fully latched. This prevents someone from wearing the rear center lap/shoulder belt when the rear seatback is not fully latched. Note: • if the...

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    2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate. 4. C...

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    Warning! Position the shoulder belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in an accident. As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you ...

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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 accident. This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a con...

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

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    2. Turn the ignition switch to the on/run position (do not start the engine), and wait for the seat belt reminder light to turn off. 3. Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at least three times within 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buck...

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    Warning! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in an accident. Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and stow the seat belt extender when not needed. Supplemental restraint sy...

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    The advanced front air bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation ...

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

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    Warning! (continued) • if your vehicle is equipped with sab, do not attach cupholders or any other objects on or around the door. The inflating sab could drive the objects into occupants, causing serious injury. • do not cover or place items on the air bag covers. These items may cause serious injur...

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    When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only. Warning! Being too close to the supplemental seat-mounted side...

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    Advanced front air bags are designed to provide addi- tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and type of collision. Advanced front air bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions. The adva...

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    Also, the orc turns on the air bag warning light for four to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition is first turned on. After the self-check, the air bag warning light will turn off. If the orc detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the air bag warning light either mo...

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    Are possible, based on the collision type and severity. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The air bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds. This is about half of the...

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    Front and side impact sensors in front and side impacts, front and side impact sensors can aid the orc in determining the appropriate response to certain impact events. Enhanced accident response system in the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the communication network remains intact...

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    However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. • as the air bags deflate you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air bag inflatio...

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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, includ- ing your trim cover and cushio...

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

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    • whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, • how fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and in...

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    There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat owner’s manual to ensure you have the correct seat for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your child. Warning! In a c...

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    Warning! • rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger air bag unless the air bag is turned off. An air bag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. • improper installation can lead to failure of an infant o...

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    Retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. For additional information on alr, refer to “automatic locking mode”. • in the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path open...

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    The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s back is against the seatback, they should use a belt-po...

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    A hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage, and a means for adjusting the tension of the strap. In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the hook or connector to the lower and tether anchorages. The tether strap should...

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    Seat cushion surfaces. Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment, never install latch-compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchor- age. The latch system provides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securing ...

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    All three rear seating positions of the four-door model have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodat- ing latch-compatible child seats having flexible, webbing-mounted lower attachments. The two-door model can accommodate flexible latch-compatible child seats in the two outboard seating posi...

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    Latch anchorages (two-door models) latch anchorages (four-door models) 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 79.

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    In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means for adjust...

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    A hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage, and a means for adjusting the tension of the strap. You will first loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. Next, attach the l...

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    Description under “seat belts in passenger seating posi- tions” section. The chart below defines the seating posi- tions with an automatic locking retractor (alr) or a cinching latch plate. Driver center passenger crs lock crs lock crs lock first row n/a n/a alr second row alr alr alr • n/a — not ap...

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    To attach a child restraint tether strap: route the tether strap over the seatback and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat. For the outboard seating positions, route the tether under the head restraint, and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of ...

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    Warning! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Vehicles with rear web buckles that may need to be twisted • in the rear seat...

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    Engine break-in recommendations a long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 500 miles (800 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While crui...

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    Warning! (continued) • it is extremely 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 seri- ously injured or killed. • do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and se...

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    If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. Do not use the recirculation mode. The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exha...

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    Defroster check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable. Floor mat safety information always use floor mats designed ...

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    Warning! (continued) • always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob- jects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control. • if required, mounting posts must be properly installed, if not equipped...

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 ▫ inside day/night mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 ▫ power mirrors — if equipped . . . . . . . . . ....

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    䡵 seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 ▫ front seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 ▫ manual seat height adjustment — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 ▫ front seatback recline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 ▫ fro...

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    ▫ front fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 ▫ instrument panel dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 ▫ daytime running lights — if equipped . . . . 153 ▫ interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 䡵 windshield wipers and washers . . . . . . . . . . 155 ▫ wi...

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    䡵 dual top — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 ▫ removing the soft top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 ▫ installing the soft top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 䡵 freedom top™ three-piece modular hard top — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 ▫ front panel...

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    䡵 sunrider威 (two-door models) — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 ▫ opening the sunrider威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 ▫ closing the sunrider威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 䡵 sunrider威 (four-door models) — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Mirrors inside day/night mirror a two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward...

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    Outside mirrors to receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. Warning! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than the...

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    Power mirrors — if equipped the power mirror switch is located on the center of the instrument panel, below the climate controls. A rotary knob selects the left mirror, right mirror or off position. After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move. Use the ce...

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    Uconnect™ phone — if equipped uconnect™ phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ phone al- lows you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone using simple voice commands (e.G., “call” ѧ “mike” ѧ “work” or “dial” ѧ “248-555-1212”). Your mobile phone’s a...

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    Uconnect™ phone allows you to transfer calls between the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s microphone for private conversation. The uconnect™ phone is driven through your bluetooth 威 “hands-free profile” mobile phone. Uconnect™ featur...

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    Voice command button actual button location may vary with the ra- dio. The individual buttons are described in the “operation” section. The uconnect™ phone can be used with any hands-free profile certified bluetooth 威 mobile phone. See the uconnect™ website for supported phones. Refer to your mobile...

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    Example, you can use the compound form voice command “phonebook new entry”, or you can break the compound form command into two voice com- mands: “phonebook” and “new entry”. Please re- member, the uconnect™ phone works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone, as if speaking to someone si...

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    • when prompted, after the beep, say “pair a phone” and follow the audible prompts. • you will be asked to say a four-digit personal identi- fication number (pin), which you will later need to enter into your mobile phone. You can enter any four-digit pin. You will not need to remember this pin afte...

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    • the uconnect™ phone will confirm the phone number and then dial. The number will appear in the display of certain radios. Call by saying a name • press the button to begin. • after the “ready” prompt and the following beep, say “call”. • the system will prompt you to say the name of the person you...

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    • when prompted, enter the number designation (e.G., “home”, “work”, “mobile”, or “other”). This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- book entry, if desired. • when prompted, recite the phone number for the phonebook entry that you are adding. After you are finished adding an ent...

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    • depending on the maximum number of entries down- loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- able, the previous downloaded phonebook is available for use. • only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile phone is accessible. • only...

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    First disconnect or drop the bluetooth 威 connection to the uconnect™ phone, and then send the address book entry via bluetooth 威. Please see your phone owner’s manual for specific instructions on how to drop the bluetooth 威 connection. • if the phonebook entry is longer than 24 characters, it will o...

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    Delete uconnect™ phonebook entry note: editing phonebook entries is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. • press the button to begin. • after the “ready” prompt and the following beep, say “phonebook delete”. • after you enter the phonebook delete menu, you will then be asked for the name ...

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    • note that only the phonebook in the current language is deleted. • automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited. List all names in the uconnect™ phonebook • press the button to begin. • after the “ready” prompt and the following beep, say “phonebook list names”. • the uconnec...

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    Answer or reject an incoming call - no call currently in progress when you receive a call on your mobile phone, the uconnect™ phone will interrupt the vehicle audio sys- tem, if on, and will ask if you would like to answer the call. Press the button to accept the call. To reject the call, press and ...

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    Toggling between calls if two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), press the button until you hear a single beep, indicat- ing that the active and hold status of the two calls have switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at a time. Conference call when two calls are in progress ...

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    Call continuation call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the uconnect™ phone after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to off. Call continuation functionality avail- able on the vehicle can be any one of three types: • after the ignition key is switched to off, a call can con...

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    Emergency assistance if you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: • pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area. If the phone is not reachable and the uconnect™ phone is operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: • press the button to begi...

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    Towing assistance if you need towing assistance: • press the button to begin. • after the “ready” prompt and the following beep, say “towing assistance”. Note: • the towing assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- 2069 for the u.S., 1-877-213-4525 f...

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    When calling a number with your uconnect™ phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed by the word “send”. For example, if required to enter your pin followed with a pound, (3...

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

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

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

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

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    Voice command • for best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least 1 ⁄ 2 in (1 cm) gap between the overhead console (if equipped) and the mirror. • always wait for the beep before speaking. • speak normally, without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet/me...

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    • numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • you can say “o” (letter “o”) for “0” (zero). • even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported. • in a ...

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

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

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

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    Voice commands primary alternate(s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all voice commands primary alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency english erase all espanol francais help home 128 unders...

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

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

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    If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists options, press the voice command button, listen for the beep, and say your command. Pressing the voice command button while the system is speaking is known as “barging in.” the system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or chan...

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    2. Say a command (e.G., “help”). 3. Use the on/off volume rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the voice command system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for voice command is different than the audio system. Main menu start a dialogue by pressing the voice command ...

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    • “menu radio” (to switch to the radio menu) • “main menu” (to switch to the main menu) satellite radio to switch to satellite radio mode, say “sat” or “satellite radio”. In this mode, you may say the following com- mands: • “channel number” (to change the channel by its spoken number) • “next chann...

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    − “continue” (to continue recording) − “delete” (to delete the recording) • “play memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — during the playback you may press the voice command button to stop playing memos. You proceed by saying one of the following commands: − “repeat” (to repeat a memo) − “next”...

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

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    Position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. 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 deat...

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    Front seatback recline lean forward before lifting the handle, then lean back to the desired position and release the handle. Lift the handle to return the seatback to an upright position. Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your che...

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    Front passenger easy entry seat — two-door models pull upward on the recline lever (toward the rear of the vehicle) and slide the entire seat forward. To return the seat to a sitting position, rotate the seatback upright until it locks and push the seat rearward until the track locks. Easy entry lev...

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    Note: • the front passenger seats have a track memory, which returns the seat to just past the halfway point of the track regardless of its original position. • the recliner and easy entry levers should not be used during the automatic returning of the seat to its sitting position. Tip n’ slide seat...

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    Rotate the entire seat assembly toward the instrument panel. Passenger seat in addition to easy entry, the front passenger seat is also equipped with tip n’ slide. This feature allows for easier entry for rear passengers. Pull upward on the recline lever and slide the entire seat forward (easy entry...

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    Heated seats — if equipped on some models, the front driver and passenger seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks. There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver and passenger to operate the seats independently. The controls for each seat are located on a...

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    Two to one, indicating the change. The low-level setting will turn off automatically after approximately 30 min- utes. Note: when a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes. Warning! • persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illn...

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

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    Fold and tumble rear seat — two-door models note: • prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to reposition the front seats. • be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily. 1. Lift the seatback release lever and fo...

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    3. Return the seat to the normal position. 4. Raise the rear seatback using the assist strap and firmly lock the seat into position. Removing the rear seat — two-door models warning! • it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in...

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    2. Press down on the release bar on each side, and pull the seat out and away from the lower bracket. 3. Remove the seat from the vehicle. Replacing the rear seat — two-door models reverse the steps for removing the seat. Warning! • to help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be s...

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    Note: • prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to reposition the front seat to its mid-track position. • be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily. Warning! • it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area...

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    To raise the rear seat raise the seatback and lock it into place. If interference from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position. Note: if the rear seatback is not fully latched, the center shoulder belt will not be ab...

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    Down slightly on the hood before pushing the safety latch. Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood. To close the hood, remove the support rod from the hood panel and place it in the retaining clip. Lower the hood slowly. Secure both of the hood latches. Warning! Be sure the hood is fully la...

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    Headlights and parking lights turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent for parking lights and instrument panel lights. Turn to the second detent for headlight operation. Note: lens fogging can occur under certain weather conditions. Turning the headlights on will usually accel- er...

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    Note: the engine must be running before the head- lights will turn on in the automatic mode. 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 rem...

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    • a tone will chime if the turn signals are left on for more than 1 mile (2 km). Lane change assist tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. Lights-on reminder if the headlights or parking...

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    Instrument panel dimmer rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel...

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    Note: the daytime running lights will turn off automatically when a turn signal is in operation and turn on again when the turn signal is not operating. Interior lights the overhead light will turn on when a door is opened. It may also be turned on by rotating the control for the dimmer switch on th...

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    When a door is open and the interior lights are on, rotating the dimmer control to the extreme bottom posi- tion will cause all the interior lights to turn off. This is also known as the “party” mode because it allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicl...

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    Windshield wiper operation rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper opera- tion. Rotate the end of the lever upward to the third detent past the intermittent settings for high-speed wiper operation. Caution! In cold weather, always tu...

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    Note: the wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed. If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled. Windshield washers to use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will star...

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    Mist feature push down on the wiper lever to activate a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the wipers will continue to operate. Note: the mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on ...

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    Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired. Pull upwards on the lever to lock the column firmly in place. Warning! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column whi...

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    The electronic speed control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. Note: in order to ensure proper operation, the elec- tronic speed control system has been designed to shut down if multiple speed control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the electronic ...

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    To set a desired speed turn the electronic speed control on. When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press the set (-) button and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. Note: the vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground b...

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    Decrease until the button is released. Release the button when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed will be established. Pressing the set (-) button once will result in a 1 mph (2 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph (2 km/h). T...

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    The front power outlet is powered from the ignition switch. Power is available when the ignition switch is in the on or acc position. When the optional cigar lighter heating element is used in the power outlet, it heats when pushed in and pops out automatically when ready for use. To preserve the he...

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    On vehicles equipped with a rear subwoofer, there is a third power outlet located in the right rear cargo area. Rear power outlet — if equipped power outlet fuse locations 1 — m7 fuse 20 a yellow power outlet rear with sub woofer (opt.) 2 — m6 fuse 20 a yellow cigar lighter instrument panel 3 — m36 ...

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    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...

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    Caution! (continued) • power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- sory bracket from the plug. Power inverter — if equipped there is a 115 volt, 150 watt inverter outlet located on the front of the center console to convert dc current to ac curren...

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

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    Cupholders front cupholders the front cupholders are located in the center console. Rear cupholders the rear cupholders are located on the back of the center console. Front cupholders rear cupholders 168 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Storage console storage compartment to lock or unlock the storage compartment, insert the ignition key and turn. To open the storage compartment, press the latch and lift the cover. Rear storage compartment the rear cargo area storage compartment cover is held by a spring-loaded latch. In order to r...

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    3. Open the rear compartment cover. Dual top — if equipped if your vehicle is equipped with a dual top, you must remove one of the tops from the vehicle. If the soft top is removed, the pivot brackets must also be removed from the sport bar. The soft top was installed at the factory for shipping pur...

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    • two sunrider威 secure straps (if equipped) • two rear swing gate brackets 2. Remove the hard top. Refer to “freedom top three- piece modular hard top — front/rear panel removal” in this section. 3. Remove the soft top bow assembly pivot bracket screws (two per side) using a #t30 torx 威 head driver....

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    Note: to aid in disconnecting the knuckles, you may carefully tap on the knuckles using a rubber mallet. 5. Unzip the zipper on the sport bar cover to expose the pivot brackets. Remove the brackets using a #t30 torx 威 head driver. Recover and re-zip the sports bar cover. Store the pivot brackets and...

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    Installing the soft top note: the following procedures are for first time set up only. For future soft top procedures, refer to “soft top” in this section. 1. Locate and remove the following items prior to hard top removal: • right and left door frames • door frame attachment knobs (four for two-doo...

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    A. If the pivot brackets have been removed, unzip the sport bar covers and attach the pivot brackets to the sports bar with the four screws that were removed using a #t30 torx 威 head driver. Re-cover and re-zip the sport bar covers. B. Lay the soft top into the rear of the vehicle with the bows poin...

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    D. Screw the pivot screws back into place using a #t30 torx 威 head driver. Secure them until they are snug, being careful not to cross-thread the screws or over- tighten. Caution! Do not overtighten the screws. You can strip the screws if they are overtightened. 5. Remove the swing gate bar (black m...

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    Freedom top™ three-piece modular hard top — if equipped caution! • the hard top is not designed to carry any addi- tional loads such as roof racks, spare tires, build- ing, hunting, or camping supplies, and/or luggage, etc. Also, it was not designed as a structural member of the vehicle, and thus ca...

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    Front panel(s) removal note: left panel must be removed before removing right panel. 1. Fold down the sun visor, and move it to the side. 2. Turn the rear fasteners (knobs) (located on the over- head speaker bar assembly) counterclockwise until they can be removed. 3 understanding the features of yo...

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    3. Turn the center l-shaped locks (two) from the center of the roof panel. 4. Turn the rear l-shaped lock (located above the shoul- der belt anchorage). 5. Unlatch the header panel latch located at the top of the windshield. 178 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    6. Remove the left-hand panel. To remove the right panel, follow the steps above except for step 3. Freedom top™ storage bag your vehicle comes with a freedom top™ storage bag that allows you to store your freedom top™ panels. The storage bag contains two compartments and fits behind the rear seat. ...

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    Insert the right side freedom panel into the bag with the latches facing downward. Unfold the black panel divider (ensure the divider is laying flat). Secure the velcro, located at the center of the divider. 180 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Insert the left-side freedom panel into the bag with the latches facing upward. Note: ensure the front freedom panel latch is closed prior to inserting the panel into the bag. Unfold the outer flap and zip the freedom bag closed. 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 181.

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    Install the seat attachment strap (at the top of the bag) through the loops. Lift the freedom bag into the vehicle with the hooks and straps facing the back of the rear seat. Attach the clips at the bottom of the bag to the child restraint anchorages, located at the base of the rear seat. Wrap the u...

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    Front panel(s) installation note: set the panels on the windshield frame so that there is no overhang. Also, make sure that the panels are sitting flush with the body. 1. Install the right panel first, then the left panel. 2. Reinstall the panel(s) using the same steps for removal in reverse order. ...

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    Note: the front panel(s) must be positioned properly to ensure sealing. Set the panels on the windshield frame so that there is no overhang. Also, make sure that the panels are sitting flush with the body. 2. Install the right panel first, then the left panel. 3. Reinstall the panel(s) using the sam...

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    6. Locate the wire harness on the left rear inside corner of the vehicle. 7. Release the red locking tab by pulling outward. Wire harness connector red locking tab 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 185.

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    8. To remove the wiring harness press the tab and pull downward to disconnect. 9. To remove the washer hose, pinch the grips on hose connector and pull downward. 10. Close the swing gate. 11. Remove the hard top from the vehicle. Place the hard top on a soft surface to prevent damage. Press tab to d...

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    Caution! The removal of the freedom top requires four adults located on each corner. Failure to follow this caution could damage the freedom top. Rear hard top installation note: if the door frames are installed from soft top usage, they must be removed prior to installation of the hard top. 1. Insp...

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    Caution! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew: • opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior. • careless handling and storage of the removable door frame(s) may damage the seals, causing wa...

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    2. Place one hand on the upper rear and one hand on the front of the door frame. 3. Pull the frame toward you with your rearward hand to remove the frame from the vehicle. 4. Screw the knobs back into the door frame and fold for storage. Store in a secure location. Warning! Never store the door fram...

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    Door frame installation — two-door models 1. Unfold door frame and unscrew thumbscrews. 2. Set the door frame pin into the hole on top of the body side, behind the door opening. 3. After the door frame pin has been set into the body side hole, carefully set the front of the door frame into the rubbe...

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    5. Starting with the front knob, screw in and tighten both knobs. Repeat on the other side. Door frame installation — four-door models 1. Install the rear door frame first. 2. Set the door frame pin into the hole on top of the body side, just behind the rear door opening. 3 understanding the feature...

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    3. Position the top of the door frame against the metal sport bar and press onto the side bar making sure not to pinch the material of the sports bar covers and to ensure it is properly positioned on the seal above the front of the rear door. 4. Loosely install the rear knob (long knob) to hold the ...

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    7. Position the rear of the front door frame to lay on top of the front of the rear door frame. Ensure the seals are installed correctly to avoid water leaks. 8. Loosely install both knobs beginning with the front knob (long knob). Then, install the middle knob (short knob) through the front and rea...

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    Soft top — two-door models please visit the owners section of jeep.Com for instruc- tional videos. Caution! The soft top is not designed to carry any additional loads such as roof racks, spare tires, building, hunt- ing, or camping supplies, and/or luggage, etc. Also, it was not designed as a struct...

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    Caution! (continued) • refer to “appearance care for fabric top models” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further infor- mation. It contains important information on cleaning and caring for your vehicle’s fabric top. • do not use any tools (screwdrivers, etc.) to pry or force any of the clamps, clip...

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    Caution! (continued) • careless handling and storage of the soft top may damage the seals, causing water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. • the soft top must be positioned properly to ensure sealing. Improper installation can cause water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. Quick steps to loweri...

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    3. Release the sunrider 威 latch (both sides). 4. Open the swing gate and lower the top. 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 197.

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    Note: ensure fabric does not overhang the sides of the vehicle. Quick steps to raising the soft top refer to “raising the soft top” in this section for further information. 1. Open the swing gate and raise the top, engaging the sunrider 威 latches (another person may be needed to help with this opera...

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    2. Engage header latches. 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 199.

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    3. Install rear corner panels. 4. Install side and back windows. 200 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Lowering the soft top 1 — header bow 6 — quarter window 2 — 2–bow 7 — check strap 3 — 3–bow 8 — front retainer — quarter window 4 — sail panel 9 — bottom retainer — quarter window 5 — body side retainer 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 201.

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    1 — zipper start 2 — zipper finish 3 — swing gate bar 4 — swing gate brackets 5 — sail panels 202 understanding the features of your vehicle.

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    Note: clean side and rear windows before removal to assist in preventing scratching during removal of the soft top. If zippers are difficult to operate due to road dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a small brush. Cleaning products are available through your authorized dealer. 1. I...

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    5. Before unzipping the rear window, release the first 3 in (7.6 cm) of both sail panels from the channel. Remove the swing gate bar by pulling it straight rearward out of the swing gate brackets. • unzip the rear window starting at the right lower corner of the window. Pull the zipper up, across th...

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    7. Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratching. 8. Undo the velcro 威 that runs along the top and rear edge of the side window. 9. Beginning from the rear lower corner, completely unzip the window. 10. Once unzipped, remove the side window retainers from the door channel and body side channel. Rep...

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    11. Finish releasing the sail panel retainers from the body side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. Note: when releasing the sail panel retainers, it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow. 12. As you begin to lower the top, fold the sail panels so that they rest on top of the soft to...

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    13. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removed unless the hard top is being installed. To remove the swing gate brackets, pull the front of the bracket forward while rolling the entire bracket back in toward the vehicle to disengage. 14. Completely release the latches from the loops on the wi...

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    15. Make sure the plastic sleeves are slid rearward over the sunrider 威 link (sunrider威 models only). 16. Unlatch the side bows from both door rails (sun- rider 威 models only). 17. Before lowering the top, open the swing gate to prevent possible damage to the rear center high-mounted brake light. Mo...

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    18. Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the bows and as far inward as possible. This will keep any portion of the top from flapping outside of the vehicle. 19. Close the front header latches. 20. Remove the door frames, if desired. Refer to “door frame” in this section for further informati...

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    Raising the soft top 1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 2. Install door frames, if removed. Refer to “door frame” in this section for further information. 3. Make sure the plastic sleeve is slid over sunrider 威 link (sunrider 威 models only). 4. Standing on the side of the vehicle, lift t...

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    5. Make sure the sunrider 威 bracket on the side bows latches to the door rails (sunrider 威 models only). 6. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each side onto the windshield loops (do not close the latches). 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 211.

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    7. If the swing gate brackets were removed, install them by hooking the rear edge of the bracket on the interior side of the body channel. Then, rotate it rearward and over the channel until it snaps onto the exterior part of the rail. To be properly located, the bracket must only be clipped to the ...

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    9. Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body side channel, leaving the last 3 in (7.6 cm) toward the rear window loose (on both sides). Pulling down on the rear roof bow (3–bow) will aid to reach the channel with the retainers. 10. To install the side windows, affix the window tem- po...

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    11. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and properly positioned on the door frame. Failure to do so can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the window. 1 — incorrect insertion 2 — correct insertion 214 understanding the feat...

  • Page 217

    12. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by closing the zipper completely and attaching the velcro 威 along the top and rear of the window. Repeat this step for the opposite side. 3 ...

  • Page 218

    13. Locate the black swing gate bar. Slide the swing gate bar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rear window. The spongy part of the seal should be down and pointed outward to seal with the swing gate when closed. 14. Install the rear window by starting both zipper ends at the lower left ...

  • Page 219

    15. Run the zipper fully around to the right side of the window. 16. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the swing gate brackets. 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 217.

  • Page 220

    17. Insert the rear window retainer into the swing gate bracket on both the left and right sides. 18. Apply downward pressure on the top corner of the rear soft top bow (3–bow), then complete attaching the sail panel retainers into the body side channel. 19. Close the header latches and return the s...

  • Page 221

    Soft top — four-door models please visit the owner’s section of jeep.Com for instruc- tional videos. Caution! The soft top is not designed to carry any additional loads such as roof racks, spare tires, building, hunt- ing, or camping supplies, and/or luggage, etc. Also, it was not designed as a stru...

  • Page 222

    Caution! (continued) • do not lower the top with the windows installed. Window and top damage may occur. • refer to “appearance care for fabric top models” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further infor- mation. It contains important information on cleaning and caring for your vehicle’s fabric top....

  • Page 223

    Caution! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew on the top material: • it is recommended that the top be free of water prior to opening it. Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle...

  • Page 224

    Quick steps for lowering the soft top 1. Remove the side and back windows. 2. Release header latches from the windshield frame. 3. Fold header rearward, pulling the fabric to the rear. 222 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 225

    3 understanding the features of your vehicle 223.

  • Page 226

    4. Release sunrider 威 latch (both sides). 5. Open the swing gate and lower the top. Note: ensure the fabric does not overhang the sides of the vehicle. 224 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 227

    Quick steps for raising the soft top 1. Open the swing gate and raise the top, engaging the sunrider 威 latches (another person may be needed to help with this operation). 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 225.

  • Page 228

    2. Install rear corner panels. 3. Rotate the header forward. 226 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 229

    4. Engage the header latches. 5. Install the side and back windows. 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 227.

  • Page 230

    Folding down the soft top 1 — header bow 6 — body side retainer 2 — 2–bow 7 — quarter window 3 — 3–bow 8 — check strap 4 — 4–bow 9 — front retainer — quarter window 5 — sail panel 10 — bottom retainer — quarter window 228 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 231

    1 — zipper start 2 — zipper finish 3 — swing gate bar 4 — swing gate brackets 5 — sail panels 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 229.

  • Page 232

    Note: clean side and rear windows before removal to assist in preventing scratching during removal of the soft top. If zippers are difficult to operate due to road dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a small brush. Cleaning products are available through your authorized dealer. 1. I...

  • Page 233

    • unzip the rear window starting at the right lower corner of the window. Pull the zipper up, across the top and down to the left lower corner. Zipper pulls will stay on the rear window. Pull down on the rear window to disengage it from the zipper on the top cover. 3 understanding the features of yo...

  • Page 234

    6. Remove the rear window retainer from the swing gate bracket on both the left and right sides. 7. Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratching. 8. Undo the velcro 威 that runs along the top and rear edge of the side window. 9. Beginning from the rear lower corner, completely unzip the window. 10....

  • Page 235

    11. Finish releasing the sail panel retainers from the body side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. Note: when releasing the sail panel retainers, it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow. 12. Fold the sail panels so that they rest on top of the soft top. 3 understanding the features...

  • Page 236

    13. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removed unless the hard top is being installed. To remove the swing gate brackets, pull the front of the bracket forward while rolling the entire bracket back in toward the vehicle to disengage. 14. Grasp the front side bow behind the header, and lift th...

  • Page 237

    15. Fold back the front section of the top, pulling the fabric rearward. Gently rest the header on top of the rear portion of the deck. 16. Fold the top so that the material forms a ⬙w⬙ as shown. Enter the vehicle and move the material into two folds. 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 235.

  • Page 238

    17. Release the side bows by pressing down on the latch above the front of the rear door. Push the top rearward to disengage. Repeat this step on the other side. 18. Before lowering the top, open the swing gate to prevent possible damage to the rear center high-mounted brake light. Grasp the folded ...

  • Page 239

    20. Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the bows as far inside as possible. This will keep any portion of the top from flapping outside of the vehicle. 21. Once the top is fully down, use the velcro 威 straps provided to secure the top to the vehicle by wrapping the strap around the side bow...

  • Page 240

    Putting up the soft top note: be extremely careful when putting up the soft top to prevent the doors from getting scratched. It may be helpful to open the rear doors. 1. Install the door frames, if removed. Refer to “door frame” in this section for further information. 2. Undo the straps used to sec...

  • Page 241

    6. Ensure that the top locks into the sunrider 威 locking mechanisms that are located above the front of the rear doors. 7. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 239.

  • Page 242

    8. Standing on the side of the vehicle, lift the top by the side bow until it rests on the windshield frame. 9. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each side onto the windshield loops (do not close the latches). 240 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 243

    10. If the swing gate brackets were removed, install them by hooking the rear edge of the bracket on the interior side of the body channel. Then, rotate it rearward and over the channel until it snaps onto the exterior part of the rail. To be properly located, the bracket must only be clipped to the...

  • Page 244

    Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body side channel, leaving the last 3 in (7.6 cm) toward the rear window loose (on both sides). Pulling down on the rear roof bow (4–bow) will aid in reaching the channel with the retainers. 12. To install the side windows, affix the window tem- po...

  • Page 245

    13. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and properly positioned on the door frame. Failure to do so can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the window. 1 — incorrect insertion 2 — correct insertion 3 understanding the featur...

  • Page 246

    14. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by closing the zipper completely and attaching the velcro 威 along the top and rear of the window. Repeat this step for the opposite side. 15...

  • Page 247

    16. Install the rear window by starting both zipper ends at the lower left corner of the rear window opening. Ensure that the zippers are properly started and aligned before zipping to prevent damage. 17. Run the first zipper fully around to the right side of the window. 3 understanding the features...

  • Page 248

    18. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the swing gate brackets. 19. Insert the rear window retainer into the swing gate bracket on both the left and right sides. 20. Complete the installation of the sail panel by insert- ing the rest of the retainer into the body channel. 21. Close the he...

  • Page 249

    Sunrider 姞 (two-door models) — if equipped caution! Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior. Note: if you are going to be driving faster than 40 mph (64 km/h) with the sunrider 威 feature open, it is recom- mended...

  • Page 250

    Opening the sunrider 姞 1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 2. Release the header latches from the loops on the windshield frame. 3. Slide the plastic sleeve forward. 4. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure the material is folded back as shown. Note: the sunrider 威 latch on th...

  • Page 251

    5. Locate the straps to secure the side bows. Wrap the straps around the bows as shown. Repeat on the other side. 6. Reposition the sun visors. Closing the sunrider 姞 1. Remove the straps from the side bows. 2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 3 understanding the features of your vehicle ...

  • Page 252

    3. Grasp the front header and pull it to the front of the vehicle. 4. Hook the header latches to the loops on the wind- shield frame, close latches, and return the sun visors to their original positions. 5. Slide the plastic sleeve rearward over the sunrider 威 link. Sunrider 姞 (four-door models) — i...

  • Page 253

    3. Grasp the front side bow behind the header, and lift the top. 4. Fold back the front section of the top and gently rest the header on top of the rear portion of the deck. 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 251.

  • Page 254

    5. Fold the top so that the material forms a ⬙w⬙ as shown. Enter the vehicle and move the material into two folds. 6. Secure the top by using the two provided straps. Each strap will wrap around the side bow and velcro 威 to itself; use one strap on each side of the vehicle. Closing the sunrider 姞 pe...

  • Page 255

    Folding windshield the fold-down windshield and removable side bars on your vehicle are structural elements that can provide some protection in some accidents. The windshield also provides some protection against weather, road debris and intrusion of small branches and other objects. Do not drive yo...

  • Page 256

    Warning! (continued) • do not drive your vehicle unless the windshield is securely fastened, either up or down. • eye protection, such as goggles, should be worn at all times when the windshield is down. • be sure that you carefully follow the instructions for raising the windshield. Make sure that ...

  • Page 257

    3. Remove the sun visor. 4. Remove the a-pillar cap. 5. Disconnect microphone (if equipped with uconnect™ phone). 6. Open the sport bar velcro covering. 7. Remove the one hex bolt (13 mm) visible through the plastic trim on the bottom side of the side bar, one hex bolt (13 mm) on the side of the sid...

  • Page 258

    Caution! Do not remove the head impact foam from the side bars, as damage to the foam may result. Note: store all of the mounting bolts in their original threaded holes and tighten for safekeeping. 8. Remove the side bar assembly, and reattach the sport bar velcro 威 covering. 9. To safely store the ...

  • Page 259

    11. Remove the lower windshield plates by removing the six black round-headed torx 威 head screws (using a #40 torx 威 head driver) on each side of the base of the windshield. 12. Lower the windshield gently until it contacts the rubber hood bumpers. 13. Secure the windshield by passing a cinch strap ...

  • Page 260

    2. Loosely attach the rear of the side bar to the sport bar. Refer to step 4 of “lowering windshield and removing side bars” earlier in this section. • reattach the sport bar velcro威 covering. 3. Attach the front of the side bar to the windshield frame. • install the top two hex bolts (13 mm) first,...

  • Page 261

    6. Reinstall the wiper arms. Rear window features — hard top only rear window wiper/washer — if equipped a rotary switch on the center portion of the control lever (located on the right side of the steering column) controls the operation of the rear wiper/washer function. Rotate the switch upward to...

  • Page 262

    Wiper will continue to operate as long as the switch is held. Upon release, the wiper will cycle two to three times before returning to the set position. If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned to the lock position, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” position. When ...

  • Page 263: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 266 䡵 compass and trip computer — if equipped . . 281 ▫ control buttons ...

  • Page 264

    䡵 media center 230 (req) — am/fm stereo radio and 6–disc cd/dvd changer (mp3/wma aux jack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 ▫ operating instructions - radio mode . . . . . . 298 ▫ operation instructions - (disc mode for cd and mp3/wma audio play, dvd-video) . . . 306 ▫ notes on playing mp3/wm...

  • Page 265

    䡵 media center 130 with satellite radio (sales code res+rsc). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 ▫ operating instructions — radio mode . . . . . 326 ▫ operation instructions — cd mode for cd and mp3 audio play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 ▫ notes on playing mp3 files . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 266

    Instrument panel features 1 — air outlet 7 — climate controls 2 — instrument cluster 8 — power outlet 3 — radio 9 — lower switch bank 4 — assist handle 10 — power mirror switch — if equipped 5 — glove compartment 11 — horn 6 — power window switches 264 understanding your instrument panel.

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    Instrument cluster 4 understanding your instrument panel 265.

  • Page 268

    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Fuel gauge the pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank. 2. Charging system light this light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned to on/run, and remain on briefly as a bulb c...

  • Page 269

    The driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled, the seat belt reminder light will flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “occupant restraints” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” for further inf...

  • Page 270

    11. 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 271

    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 272

    13. Air bag warning light this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to on/run. If the light is either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. R...

  • Page 273

    17. Vehicle security light — if equipped this light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed. 18. Temperature gauge the temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- ture. Any readi...

  • Page 274

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

  • Page 275

    Has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the 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 illum...

  • Page 276

    Tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the tpms to continue to function properly. 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...

  • Page 277

    Vehicle odometer messages when the appropriate conditions exist, the following odometer messages will display: eco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel saver indicator off eco-on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel saver indicator on door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 278

    (e.G., snow plowing, off-road operation). If this “hot- oil” message turns on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster with the transmission in neu- tral until the message turns off. Caution! Continuous driving with the transmission tempera- ture “hotoil” warning message illuminated wi...

  • Page 279

    In the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty-cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal drivi...

  • Page 280

    When the engine is running, the mil may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs. Caution! Prolonged driving with the mil on could cause damage to the engine co...

  • Page 281

    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 authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. Note: • the “esc off indicator light” and th...

  • Page 282

    28. Sway bar indicator light — if equipped this indicator will illuminate when the front sway bar is disconnected. 29. Electronic stability control (esc) off indicator light — if equipped this light indicates the electronic stability con- trol (esc) is off. 30. Electronic throttle control (etc) ligh...

  • Page 283

    31. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) display / compass mini-trip computer display — if equipped when the appropriate conditions exist, this display shows the electronic vehicle information center (evic) messages. For further information, refer to “electronic vehicle information center”. ...

  • Page 284

    Control buttons the compass/temperature control buttons are located on the left spoke of the steering wheel. Press and release the step button on the steering wheel to access the options in the compass display. Note: the system will display the last known outside temperature when starting the vehicl...

  • Page 285

    Trip conditions trip odometer (odo) / eco (fuel saver indicator) — if equipped this display shows the distance traveled since the last reset. Press and release the right button (on the instru- ment cluster) to switch from odometer to trip a or trip b or to eco. Press and hold the right button while ...

  • Page 286

    Eco (fuel saver indicator) — if equipped the eco-on indicator will illuminate when you are driving in a fuel efficient manner and can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy. The eco display will toggle between eco and eco-on depending on driving habits and vehicle usage. ...

  • Page 287

    To set the variance start the engine and leave the transmission gear selector lever in the park position. Press and hold the reset button on the steering wheel (for approximately ten seconds) until the current variance zone number is dis- played. To change the zone, press and release the step button...

  • Page 288

    3. Release the reset button, then press and hold again for approximately 10 seconds, until the direction is displayed, with the cal indicator on continuously in the display. 4. To complete the compass calibration, drive the vehicle in one or more complete 360–degree circles, under 5 mph (8 km/h) in ...

  • Page 289

    • vehicle information warning message displays • tire pressure monitor system (if equipped) • personal settings (customer-programmable features) • compass display • outside temperature display • trip computer functions • uconnect™ gps system screens (if equipped) • audio mode display the system allo...

  • Page 290

    Compass button press and release the compass button to display one of eight compass readings and the outside temperature or to exit sub-menus. Select button press and release the select button for access to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per- sonal setting in the setup menu. Down button press ...

  • Page 291

    • right rear turn signal light out (with a single chime) • key fob battery low (with a single chime) • memory #1/#2 profile set • memory #1/#2 profile recall • memory system disabled – vehicle not in park (with a single chime) — automatic transmission • memory system disabled – vehicle in motion (wi...

  • Page 292

    Indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style. Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the on position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and rel...

  • Page 293

    History information will be erased, and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average reading before the reset. • distance to empty (dte) shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the...

  • Page 294

    Three seconds of resetting the currently displayed func- tion (reset all will display during this three-second window). Compass display / eco (fuel saver mode) — if equipped the compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. Press and release the compass button to display one of eigh...

  • Page 295

    Note: a good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, etc. Manual compass calibration if the compass appears erratic and the “cal” indicator does not appear in the evic display, you must ...

  • Page 296

    Note: magnetic materials should be kept away from the top of the instrument panel; this is where the compass sensor is located. 1. Turn the ignition switch on. 2. Press and hold the compass button for approxi- mately two seconds. 3. Press the down button until “compass variance” message and the last...

  • Page 297

    Use the down button to display one of the following choices: language when in this display you may select one of five lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Press the select button while in this display to select english, espan...

  • Page 298

    Remote key lock feature. To make your selection, press and release the select button until “on” or “off” appears. Flash lights with remote key lock when on is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the rke transmitter. This feature may be sele...

  • Page 299

    Nav–turn by turn when this feature is selected, the navigation system utilizes voice commands, guiding through the drive route, mile by mile, turn-by-turn until the final destina- tion is reached. To make your selection, press and release the select button until a check-mark appears next to the feat...

  • Page 300

    Media center 230 (req) — am/fm stereo radio and 6–disc cd/dvd changer (mp3/wma aux jack) note: the radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. Operating instructions - radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Power s...

  • Page 301

    To seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Scan button pressing the scan button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable stat...

  • Page 302

    Clock setting procedure 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side tune/ scroll control knob. 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side tune/ scroll control knob to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. 4. Adjust the mi...

  • Page 303

    Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a second time and mid will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones. Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob a third time and treble will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the rig...

  • Page 304

    Program type 16-digit character display information inform jazz jazz news news nostalgia nostalga oldies oldies personality persnlty public public rhythm and blues r & b religious music rel musc religious talk rel talk rock rock soft soft soft rock soft rck soft rhythm and blues soft r & b sports sp...

  • Page 305

    • dvd enter - when the disc is in dvd menu mode, selecting dvd enter will allow you to play the current highlighted selection. Use the remote control to scroll up and down the menu (if equipped). • disc play/pause - you can toggle between playing the dvd and pausing the dvd by pushing the select but...

  • Page 306

    • set home clock - pressing the select button allows you to set the clock. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the tune/scroll control knob to adjust the minutes. Press the tune/scroll control knob again to save changes. • player defaults - selecting this it...

  • Page 307

    Audio drc — if equipped selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio dynamic range. The default is set to ⬙high,⬙ and under this setting, dialogues will play at 11 db higher than if the setting is ⬙normal.⬙ aspect ratio — if equipped selecting this item allows you to choose between wide scr...

  • Page 308

    Both am and fm. This allows a total of 12 am, 12 fm, and 12 satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in set 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Butt...

  • Page 309

    Note: the ignition switch must be in the on or acc position to operate the radio. Load button — loading compact disc(s) press the load button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number (1-6) where the cd is being loaded. The radio will display please wait and prompt when to insert disc. After ...

  • Page 310

    Scan button (cd mode) press the scan button to scan through each track on the cd currently playing. Time button (cd mode) press this button to change the display from a large cd playing time display to a small cd playing time display. Rw/ff (cd mode) press and hold ff (fast forward) and the cd playe...

  • Page 311

    The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • maximum number of directory levels: 8 • maximum number of files: 255 • maximum number of folders: 100 • maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a three- character extension) • level 2: 31 ...

  • Page 312

    Mpeg specifi- cation sampling fre- quency (khz) bit rate (kbps) mpeg-1 audio layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, 192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48 mpeg-2 audio layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48 wma specifica- tion sampling fre- quency (khz) bit rate (kbps) wma 44.1 an...

  • Page 313

    List button (disc mode for mp3/wma play) pressing the list button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the tune/scroll control knob. Selecting a folder by pressing the tune/scroll control knob will begin playing the files contained in that...

  • Page 314

    Scan button (auxiliary mode) no function. Eject button (auxiliary mode) no function. Time button (auxiliary mode) press the time button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds. Rw/ff (auxiliary mode) no function. Set button (auxil...

  • Page 315

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

  • Page 316

    2. Your vehicle identification number. To access the esn/sid, refer to the following steps: esn/sid access with the ignition switch in the on/run or acc posi- tion and the radio on, press the setup button and scroll using the tune/scroll control knob until sirius id is selected. Press the tune/scrol...

  • Page 317

    Operating instructions - uconnect™ multimedia (satellite) mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on/run or acc position to operate the radio. Seek buttons press and release the seek buttons to search for the next channel in satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch...

  • Page 318

    Or turning the tune/scroll control knob within five seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. Toggle the music type button again to select the music type. By pressing the seek button when the music type function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next channel with the same se...

  • Page 319

    Buttons 1 - 6 these buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 satellite stations). Media center 730n/430/430n (rhr/rer/rbz/ rhb) cd/dvd/hdd/nav — if equipped note: the sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit’s faceplate. Refer to your uconnect™...

  • Page 320

    Operating instructions — radio mode note: the ignition switch must be in the on/run or acc position to operate the radio. Power switch/volume control (rotary) push the on/volume control knob to turn on the radio. Push the on/volume control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic volume ...

  • Page 321

    4. Adjust the minutes using the right side tune/ scroll control knob. Press the tune/scroll control knob to save time change. 5. To exit, press any button/knob, or wait five seconds. Rw/ff pressing the rw (rewind) or ff (fast forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the ...

  • Page 322

    Push the rotary tune/scroll control knob again to exit setting tone, balance, and fade. Am/fm button press the buttons to select either am or fm mode. Set/rnd button — to set the pushbutton memory when you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the set/rnd button...

  • Page 323

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

  • Page 324

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

  • Page 325

    Set/rnd button (random play button) press this button while the cd is playing to activate random play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the right seek button to move to the next ran- domly selected track. Press the ...

  • Page 326

    • maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a three- character extension) • level 2: 31 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a three- character extension) multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations...

  • Page 327

    Playlist files are not supported. Mp3 pro files are not supported. Playback of mp3 files when a medium containing mp3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the mp3 files. Loading time...

  • Page 328

    Time button (auxiliary mode) press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is off). Media center 130 with satellite radio (sales code res+rsc) note: the radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. ...

  • Page 329

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

  • Page 330

    If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “not equipped with uconnect phone” message will display on the radio screen. Time button press the time button to alternate display of the time and radio frequency. Clock setting procedure 1. Press and hold the ...

  • Page 331

    Tune control turn the rotary tune/scroll control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. Setting the tone, balance, and fade push the rotary tune/scroll control knob and bass will display. Turn the tune/scroll control knob to the right or left to increase or decreas...

  • Page 332

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

  • Page 333

    If a preset button is activated while in the music type (program type) mode, the music type mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. Setup button pressing the setup button allows you to select between the following items: • set clock — pressing the select button will allow ...

  • Page 334

    Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 these buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 am and 12 fm stations). Disc/aux button pressing the disc/aux button will allow you to switch from am/fm modes to disc/a...

  • Page 335

    Caution! • this cd player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs only. The use of other sized discs may damage the cd player mechanism. • do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism. • the res media center is a single cd player. Do not attempt to insert a second c...

  • Page 336

    Rw/ff press and hold ff (fast forward) and the cd player will begin to fast forward until ff is released or rw or another cd button is pressed. The rw (reverse) button works in a similar manner. Am/fm button press the button to select either am or fm mode. Set/rnd button (random play button) press t...

  • Page 337

    • maximum number of files: 255 • maximum number of folders. (the radio display of file names and folder names is limited. For large numbers of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number instead. With a maximum number of files, exce...

  • Page 338

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

  • Page 339

    List button (cd mode for mp3 play) pressing the list button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the tune/scroll control knob. Selecting a folder by pressing the tune/scroll control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folde...

  • Page 340

    Time button (auxiliary mode) press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the ignition is off). Uconnect™ multimedia (satellite radio) — if equipped satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide c...

  • Page 341

    Using the tune/scroll control knob until sirius id is selected. Press the tune/scroll control knob and the sirius id number will display. The sirius id number display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on the radio to exit this screen. Selecting uconnect™ multimedia (satellite) mode pres...

  • Page 342

    Seek buttons press and release the seek buttons to search for the next channel in satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass channels without st...

  • Page 343

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

  • Page 344

    Operating instructions - uconnect™ phone (if equipped) refer to “uconnect™ phone” in “understanding the features if your vehicle”. Ipod 姞 /usb/mp3 control — if equipped note: this section is for sales code res and req/ rel/ret radios only with uconnect™. For sales code rbz/rhb, rhr, rhp, rhw or rb2 ...

  • Page 345

    Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to the vehicle’s ipod 威/usb/mp3 control system (ipod威 or external usb device may take a few minutes to connect), the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by pressing radio switches, as described below. Note: if the audio device battery...

  • Page 346

    Controlling the ipod 姞 or external usb device using radio buttons to get into the ipod 威/usb/mp3 control mode and access a connected audio device, either press the “aux” button on the radio faceplate or press the vr button and say ⬙usb⬙ or ⬙switch to usb⬙. Once in the ipod威/usb/mp3 control mode, aud...

  • Page 347

    During play mode will jump to the next track in the list, or press the vr button and say ⬙next or previous track ⬙. • while a track is playing, press the info button to see the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) for that track. Pressing the info button again jumps to the next scr...

  • Page 348

    • turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclock- wise (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying the track detail on the radio display. Once the track to be played is highlighted on the radio display, press the tune control knob to select and start playing the track. Turning the tune control...

  • Page 349

    Device, then follow the same steps to go to the desired track in that list. Not all ipod 威 or external usb device sub-menu levels are available on this system. • music type button: the music type button is another shortcut button to the genre listing on your audio device. Caution! • leaving the ipod...

  • Page 350

    Phone system. Seven devices can be paired to the uconnect™ phone system, but just one can be selected and played. Selecting different audio device 1. Press phone button to begin. 2. After the ⬙ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙setup⬙, then ⬙select audio devices⬙. 3. Say the name of the audi...

  • Page 351

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

  • Page 352

    Cd player pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the cd. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play. If you press the switc...

  • Page 353

    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 354

    Blower control rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “o” (off) position. There are seven blower speeds. Temperature control rotate this control to regulate the te...

  • Page 355

    Panel air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow. Note: the center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers for maximum airflow to the rear. Bi-level air is directed through the p...

  • Page 356

    Conditioning (a/c) button is not pressed. This dehu- midifies the air to help dry the windshield. To improve fuel economy, use these modes only when necessary. Recirculation control pressing the recirculation control button will put the system in recirculation mode. This can be used when outside con...

  • Page 357

    Temperatures, while rotating right into the red area indicates warmer temperatures. Note: the air conditioning compressor will not engage until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds. • max a/c for maximum cooling, turn on the a/c and recirculation buttons at the same time. • economy mode ...

  • Page 358

    Operation of the system is quite simple. 1. Turn the mode control knob (on the right) and the blower control knob (on the left) to auto. Note: the auto position performs best for front seat occupants only. 2. Dial in the temperature you would like the system to maintain by rotating the temperature c...

  • Page 359

    • if your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the a/c condenser located in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric front fascia protectors may reduc...

  • Page 360

    358 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 361

    The operator can override the auto mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the mode control knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. • panel air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow. Note: the center in...

  • Page 362

    • air conditioner control press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation only. When the air conditioning is turned on, cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets selected with the mode control dial. Press this but- ton a second time to turn off the air conditionin...

  • Page 363

    • most of the time, when in automatic operation, you can temporarily put the system into recirculation mode by pressing the recirculation button. However, under certain conditions, while in automatic mode, the system is blowing air out the defrost vents. When these conditions are present, and the re...

  • Page 364

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

  • Page 365

    Control setting suggestions for various weather conditions 4 understanding your instrument panel 363.

  • Page 367: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 ▫ manual transmission – if equipped . . . . . . . 370 ▫ automatic transmission – if equipped . . . . . 370 ▫ normal starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370 ▫ extreme cold weather (below –...

  • Page 368

    䡵 four–wheel drive operation (command-trac i 威 or rock-trac威) . . . . . . . . . . 383 ▫ operating instructions/precautions . . . . . . . 383 ▫ shift positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385 ▫ shifting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 䡵 trac-lok威 rear axle — if equ...

  • Page 369

    ▫ brake assist system (bas) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411 ▫ hill start assist (hsa) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 ▫ electronic roll mitigation (erm) . . . . . . . . . 416 ▫ electronic stability control (esc) . . . . . . . . . 417 ▫ esc activation/malfunction indicator light and esc off indic...

  • Page 370

    ▫ replacement tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 443 䡵 tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 445 䡵 tire rotation recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . 446 䡵 tire pressure monitor system (tpms) . . . . . . . 447 ▫ base system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 371

    ▫ trailer and tongue weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . 470 ▫ towing requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 471 ▫ towing tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 476 䡵 recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 478 ▫ towing this vehicle behind anot...

  • Page 372

    Starting procedures before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Warning! Never leave children in the vehicle alone. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. The child or others could be seri...

  • Page 373

    Turn the ignition switch to the start position and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the lock position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “normal starting” procedure. Tip start feature – automatic transmission only turn t...

  • Page 374

    Without tip start – manual transmission only if the engine fails to start after you have followed the “normal starting” or “extreme cold weather” proce- dures, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. This should clear any ex...

  • Page 375

    Caution! To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- onds before trying again. After starting the idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. Engine block heater — if equipped the engine block heater warms the engine, and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect th...

  • Page 376

    Caution! Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or attempt to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch. Note: during cold weather, you may experience in- creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid...

  • Page 377

    You should always use 1st gear when starting from a standing position if under heavy load or when pulling a trailer. Recommended vehicle shift speeds to utilize your manual transmission efficiently for both fuel economy and performance, it should be upshifted as listed in recommended shift speed cha...

  • Page 378

    Caution! When descending a hill, be very careful to downshift one gear at a time to prevent overspeeding the engine which can cause valve damage, and/or clutch disc damage, even if the clutch pedal is pressed. Maximum recommended downshift speeds caution! Failure to follow the maximum recommended do...

  • Page 379

    The “knock-over” prevents the driver from accidentally entering the reverse shift area and warns the driver that they are about to shift the transmission into re- verse. Due to this feature, a slow shift to reverse can be perceived as a high shift effort. Automatic transmission — if equipped caution...

  • Page 380

    Key ignition park interlock this vehicle is equipped with a key ignition park inter- lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in park prior to rotating the key to the lock position. The key can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the lock position. Once the key is remov...

  • Page 381

    Gear ranges note: under extreme cold temperatures (-10°f (-23°c) and when in drive, transmission operation may be briefly limited to only second gear operation. Normal operation will resume once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level. Do not race the engine when shifting from par...

  • Page 382

    Neutral this range is used when vehicle is standing for pro- longed periods with engine running. Engine may be started in this range. Set the parking brake and shift the transmission into park if you must leave the vehicle. Note: towing, coasting, or driving the vehicle for any other reason with the...

  • Page 383

    Overdrive can be locked out by pressing the o/d off switch located on the center console. A indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate to show that the switch has been activated. When the indicator light is on, overdrive is locked out. Pressing the switch a second time restores the ov...

  • Page 384

    Caution! Continuing to drive with the transmission tempera- ture “hotoil” warning message illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure. 2 (second) this range is used for moderate grades and to assist braking on dry pavement or in mud and snow. The vehicle begi...

  • Page 385

    Transmission limp home mode transmission function is monitored for abnormal condi- tions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, the transmission limp home mode will be engaged. In this mode, the transmission will operate (when in drive) in second gear only. To reset th...

  • Page 386

    • 4h (four-wheel drive high range) • n (neutral) • 4l (four-wheel drive low range) the transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2h position for normal street and highway conditions such as hard-surfaced roads. In the event that additional traction is required, the transfer case 4h and 4l positi...

  • Page 387

    Note: do not attempt to shift when only the front or rear wheels are spinning. The transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer, and the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for a shift to take place. Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the tr...

  • Page 388

    4h position this range locks the front and rear driveshafts together, forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This range (4h) provides additional traction for loose, slippery road surfaces and should not be used on dry pavement. The “4wd indicator light” (located in the instru...

  • Page 389

    4h to 4l or 4l to 4h with the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission into neutral (n), or press the clutch pedal on a manual transmission. While the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift the transfer case lever firmly to the desired position. Do...

  • Page 390

    Warning! On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differen- tial, never run the engine with one rear wheel off the ground. The vehicle may drive through the rear wheel remaining on the ground and cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Axle lock (tru–lok 姞 ) — rubicon models the axle lock switch ...

  • Page 391

    To activate the system, press the bottom of the axle lock switch once to lock the rear axle only (the “rear axle lock indicator light” will illuminate), press the bottom of the switch again to lock the front axle (the “front axle lock indicator light” will illuminate). When the rear axle is locked, ...

  • Page 392

    This system is controlled by the sway bar switch located on the instrument panel (to the left of the steering column). Press the sway bar switch to activate the system. Press the switch again to deactivate the system. The “sway bar indicator light” (located in the instrument cluster) will illuminate...

  • Page 393

    To disconnect the stabilizer/sway bar, shift to either 4h or 4l and press the sway bar switch to obtain the off-road position. Refer to “four-wheel drive operation” in “starting and operating” for further information. The “sway bar indicator light” will flash until the stabilizer/ sway bar has been ...

  • Page 394

    An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfacto- rily in off-road cond...

  • Page 395

    3. Remove the side step assembly. The basics of off-road driving you will encounter many types of terrain driving off- road. You should be familiar with the terrain and area before proceeding. There are many types of surface conditions: hard-packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow and ice...

  • Page 396

    Warning! Always wear your seat belt and firmly tie down cargo. Unsecured cargo can become projectiles in an off-road situation. When to use 4l (low) range when off-road driving, shift into 4l (low) for additional traction and control on slippery or difficult terrain, ascending or descending steep hi...

  • Page 397

    Caution! On icy or slippery roads, do not downshift at high engine rpm or vehicle speeds, because engine brak- ing may cause skidding and loss of control. Mud deep mud creates a great deal of suction around the tires and is very difficult to get through. You should use second gear (manual transmissi...

  • Page 398

    Caution! Reduced tire pressures may cause tire unseating and total loss of air pressure. To reduce the risk of tire unseating, while at a reduced tire pressure, reduce your speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneu- vers. Crossing obstacles (rocks and other high points) while driving off-road, you...

  • Page 399

    Crossing large rocks when approaching large rocks, choose a path which ensures you drive over the largest of them with your tires. This will lift your undercarriage over the obstacle. The tread of the tire is tougher and thicker than the side wall and is designed to take the abuse. Always look ahead...

  • Page 400

    Crossing logs to cross a log, approach it at a slight angle (approxi- mately 10 to 15 degrees). This allows one front tire to be on top of the log while the other just starts to climb the log. While climbing the log, modulate your brake and accelerator to avoid spinning the log out from under your t...

  • Page 401

    Before climbing a steep hill as you approach a hill, consider its grade or steepness. Determine if it is too steep. Look to see what the traction is on the hill side trail. Is the trail straight up and down? What is on top and the other side? Are there ruts, rocks, branches or other obstacles on the...

  • Page 402

    Driving downhill before driving down a steep hill, you need to determine if it is too steep for a safe descent. What is the surface traction? Is the grade too steep to maintain a slow, controlled descent? Are there obstacles? Is it a straight descent? Is there plenty of distance at the base of the h...

  • Page 403

    Engine braking to control the descent and apply your brakes, if necessary, but do not allow the tires to lock. Warning! If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never attempt to turn around. To do so may result in tipping and rolling the vehicle...

  • Page 404

    Caution! • water ingestion into the axles, transmission, trans- fer case, engine or vehicle interior can occur if you drive too fast or through too deep of water. Water can cause permanent damage to engine, driveline or other vehicle components, and your brakes will be less effective once wet and/or...

  • Page 405

    Caution! Muddy waters can reduce the cooling system effec- tiveness by depositing debris onto the radiator. Crossing ditches, streams, shallow rivers or other flowing water flowing water can be extremely dangerous. Never at- tempt to cross a fast running stream or river even in shallow water. Fast m...

  • Page 406

    Always a good idea to check for damage. That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have your vehicle ready when you need it. • completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle. Check tires, body structure, steering, suspension, and exhaust system for damage. • inspect the radiato...

  • Page 407

    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 408

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

  • Page 409

    The parking brake lever is located in the center console. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever completely. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switc...

  • Page 410

    Difficult to move the shift lever out of park. The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. Warning! • never use the park position on an automatic transmission as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard ag...

  • Page 411

    Anti-lock brake system the anti-lock brake system (abs) is designed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. Al...

  • Page 412

    Warning! (continued) • the anti-lock brake system (abs) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can they increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • the abs cannot prevent...

  • Page 413

    Vehicle stability and control in various driving condi- tions, and are commonly referred to as esc. Warning! The anti-lock brake system (abs) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the ve- hicle, nor can they increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The abs ca...

  • Page 414

    Quickly results in the best bas assistance. To receive the benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- ing pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the bas is deactivated. Warning! The ...

  • Page 415

    Warning! If the clutch pedal (manual transmission only) re- mains pressed during the application of the throttle, the hsa will disengage allowing the vehicle to roll down the incline. This could cause a collision with another vehicle or object. To avoid this, do not apply throttle while pressing the...

  • Page 416

    Hsa on automatic transmission vehicles the system will work in reverse, and all forward gears on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. The system will not activate if the vehicle is placed in neutral. Hsa on manual transmission vehicles the system will work in reverse, forward gears, and...

  • Page 417

    Warning! (continued) • hsa is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle on a hill without putting the transmission in park and using the parking brake, it will roll down the hill and could cause a collision with another vehicle or object. Always remember to use the parking brake while parking on ...

  • Page 418

    7. If the sequence was completed properly, the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” will blink sev- eral times to confirm hsa is off. Steps 1-7 must be completed within 90 seconds to turn off hsa. Repeat steps 1-7 to re-enable hsa functionality. Electronic roll mitigation (erm) this system a...

  • Page 419

    Electronic stability control (esc) this system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. The esc corrects for over/under steering of the vehicle by apply- ing the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over/under steer conditio...

  • Page 420

    Warning! The electronic stability control (esc) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The esc cannot prevent collisions, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on ver...

  • Page 421

    When in ⬙partial off⬙ mode, the tcs portion of esc has been disabled and the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” will be illuminated. All other stability features of esc function normally. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more w...

  • Page 422

    Warning! With the esc switched off, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by esc and erm are unavailable. In an emergency evasive maneuver, the esc and erm systems will not engage to assist in maintaining stability. The “full off” esc mode is intended for off-road use only. 4l range (4wd models) es...

  • Page 423

    Warning! With the esc switched off, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by esc and erm are unavailable. In an emergency evasive maneuver, the esc and erm systems will not engage to assist in maintaining stability. The “full off” mode is intended for off- road use only. Disabling esc for modified ...

  • Page 424

    The following procedure will disable (or re-enable) esc functionality in the vehicle: 1. Shift the transfer case into the 4h range position. 2. Turn the steering wheel until it is centered and the wheels are pointed straight ahead. 3. Cycle the ignition key off to on. 4. Wait approximately five seco...

  • Page 425

    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 possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. T...

  • Page 426

    Swaying trailer is recognized. No driver action is re- quired. Note that tsc cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. Refer to “trailer towing” in “starting and operating” for further information. When tsc is functi...

  • Page 427

    Gear approximate hdc set speed 1st 1 mph (1.5 km/h) 2nd 2.5 mph (4 km/h) drive 7.5 mph (12 km/h) reverse 1 mph (1.5 km/h) however, the driver can override hdc operation by applying the brake to slow the vehicle down below the hdc control speed. If more speed is desired during hdc control, the accele...

  • Page 428

    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 429

    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 char...

  • Page 430

    Example: service description: 95 = load index — a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry h = speed symbol — a symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions — the maximum speed corres...

  • Page 431

    Tire identification number (tin) the tin may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full tin, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the tin on the outboard side of...

  • Page 432

    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 433

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire placard location tire placard location (two-door models) tire placard location (four-door models) 5 starting and operating 431.

  • Page 434

    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 435

    Note: under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (gawrs) for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded. For further information on gawrs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to “vehicle loading” in this section. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your ...

  • Page 436

    5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult th...

  • Page 437

    Starting and operating 435.

  • Page 438

    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 439

    Economy improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement. Under-inflation also increases tire rolling resistance resulting in higher fuel consumption. Rid...

  • Page 440

    Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kpa) per 12° f (7° c) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the winter. Example: if garage temperature = 68° f (20° c) and the outside temperature = 32° f (0° c) then the cold tire infla...

  • Page 441

    Radial-ply tires warning! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly. The instability could cause a collision. Al- ways use radial tires in sets of four. Never combine them with other types of tires. Cuts and punctures in radial tire...

  • Page 442

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

  • Page 443

    Your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Limited-use spare – if equipped the limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency use only. This tire is identified by a label located on the limited-use spare whe...

  • Page 444

    Warning! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no...

  • Page 445

    Life of tire the service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: • driving style • tire pressure • distance driven warning! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result...

  • Page 446

    It is recommended you contact your original equipment or an authorized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle. Warning! • do not use a tire, whee...

  • Page 447

    Tire chains tire chains may be installed on all models except the sahara and rubicon. Install chains on rear tires only. Follow these recommendations to guard against damage and excessive tire and chain wear: • use chains on p225/75r16 rear tires only. P255/75r17, p255/70r18, and lt255/75r17 tires d...

  • Page 448

    Caution! (continued) • observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions on the method of installation, operating speed, and conditions for use. Always use the lower suggested operating speed of the chain manufac- turer if different from the speed recommended by the manufacture. Note: in order to a...

  • Page 449

    Tire pressure monitor system (tpms) the tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure. The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kpa) for every 12°f (6.5°c). This means that when the ou...

  • Page 450

    Cold placard pressure. Once the “tire pressure monitor- ing telltale light” has been illuminated, the tire pressure must be increased to the recommended cold placard pressure in order for the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” to be turned off. The system will auto- matically update and the “...

  • Page 451

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

  • Page 452

    The tire pressure monitor system (tpms) consists of the following components: • receiver module • four tire pressure monitoring sensors • tire pressure monitoring telltale light a tire pressure monitoring sensor is located in the spare wheel if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full size spare...

  • Page 453

    2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals. 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings. 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with tpm sensors. Note: • if your vehicle is equipped with a matching full-size s...

  • Page 454

    Vehicle in place of the spare tire, the tpms will update automatically and the “tire pressure monitoring tell- tale light” will turn off, as long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes a...

  • Page 455

    Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consid- ering service for the vehicle. Over 40 auto manufacturer’s worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (t...

  • Page 456

    Problems that result from using gasoline containing methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be covered under warranty. E-85 usage in non-flex fuel vehicles non-ffv vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- ing 10% ethanol ...

  • Page 457

    Vehicle. The mmt content of gasoline may not be indi- cated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer if the gasoline contains mmt. It is even more important to look for gasoline without mmt in canada, because mmt can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the un...

  • Page 458

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

  • Page 459

    Warning! (continued) • guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- mal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. • keep the swing gate closed when driving your v...

  • Page 460

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

  • Page 461

    Loose fuel filler cap message after fuel has been added, the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose, improperly installed, or damaged. If the system detects a malfunction, the “gascap” message will display in the odometer display. Tighten the gas cap until a...

  • Page 462

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

  • Page 463

    The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer- cial scale to ensure that the gvwr has not been ex- ceeded. The weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should then be determined separately to be sure that the load is properly distributed over front and rear axle. Weighing the vehicle may...

  • Page 464

    Common towing definitions the following trailer towing-related definitions will as- sist you in understanding the following information: gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) the gvwr is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and trailer tongue weight. The t...

  • Page 465

    Trailer tongue weight (tw) the trailer tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be less than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load. You must consider this as part of the load on your vehicle. Frontal area the frontal area is the max...

  • Page 466

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

  • Page 467

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) the following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ transmis- sion axle model gcwr (gross combined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Trailer tongue wt. (see note) 3...

  • Page 468

    Engine/ transmis- sion axle model gcwr (gross combined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Trailer tongue wt. (see note) 3.8l/ manual 3.21 two–door sahara model (4wd) 5,430 lbs (2 463 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32 sq m) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 3.8l/ manual 3.73 two–door sahara...

  • Page 469

    Engine/ transmis- sion axle model gcwr (gross combined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Trailer tongue wt. (see note) 3.8l/ auto- matic 4.10 two–door rubicon model (4wd) 6,533 lbs (2 963 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg) 3.8l/ manual 3.21 four–door...

  • Page 470

    Engine/ transmis- sion axle model gcwr (gross combined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Trailer tongue wt. (see note) 3.8l/ manual 3.21 four–door sahara model (4wd) 5,782 lbs (2 623 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 3.8l/ manual 3.73 four–door saha...

  • Page 471

    Engine/ transmis- sion axle model gcwr (gross combined wt. Rating) frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Trailer tongue wt. (see note) 3.8l/ manual 4.10 four–door rubicon model (4wd) 8,406 lbs (3 813 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg) 3.8l/ auto- matic 4.10 four–...

  • Page 472

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

  • Page 473

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

  • Page 474

    Warning! (continued) • make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control. You could lose control of your vehicle and have a collision. •...

  • Page 475

    Warning! (continued) 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (this requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). Towing requirements – tires − proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the saf...

  • Page 476

    − trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). Caution! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this could lead to...

  • Page 477

    The trailer tow package will include a four–pin wiring harness. Use a factory-approved trailer harness and connector. Note: do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. R...

  • Page 478

    Towing tips before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in first gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage. Automatic transmission – if equipped the dr...

  • Page 479

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

  • Page 480

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle towing condition wheels off the ground four-wheel drive models flat tow none see instructions • automatic transmission in park • manual transmission in gear (not in neutral (n) • transfer case in neutral (n) • to...

  • Page 481

    Recreational towing – four-wheel drive models note: the transfer case must be shifted into n (neu- tral), automatic transmission must be shifted into park, and manual transmission must be placed in gear (not in neutral) for recreational towing. Caution! • front or rear wheel lifts should not be used...

  • Page 482

    Shifting into neutral (n) use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing. Warning! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the n (neutral) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case n (n...

  • Page 483

    8. Release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual transmissions) for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement. 9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 with automatic transmission in drive or manual transmission in first gear. 10. Turn off the engine and leave the ignition switch in the unlocke...

  • Page 484

    5. Turn the ignition key/fob to the on/run position, but do not start the engine. 6. Press and hold the brake pedal. 7. Shift the transmission into neutral. 8. Shift the transfer case lever to the desired position. Note: when shifting out of transfer case n (neutral), turning the engine off may be r...

  • Page 485: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 484 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 484 䡵 jacking and tire changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 485 ▫ jack location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 486 ▫ spare tire...

  • Page 486

    Hazard warning flashers the hazard warning flasher switch is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls. Press the switch to turn on the hazard warning flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency. ...

  • Page 487

    Note: there are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition: • if your air conditioner (a/c) is on, turn it off. The a/c system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the a/c off can help remove this heat. • you can also turn the temperature control to maximum he...

  • Page 488

    Warning! (continued) • the jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Jack location the jack and lug wrench are located in...

  • Page 489

    Note: if you have added aftermarket accessories to the spare tire mounted carrier, it cannot exceed a gross weight of 50 lbs (23 kg) including the weight of the spare tire. Preparations for jacking 1. Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Warning! Do not attempt to change a tir...

  • Page 490

    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 491

    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 the stored location. 2. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while...

  • Page 492

    5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right. 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 stability. Warning! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle...

  • Page 493

    8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left, and remove the jack. 9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening for increased leverage. Alternate nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. The correct wheel nut tightness is 95 ft lbs (130 n·m). If in d...

  • Page 494

    Caution! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. Warning! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode ...

  • Page 495

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

  • Page 496

    Caution! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper c...

  • Page 497

    8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle you should have ...

  • Page 498

    Note: if your vehicle is equipped with traction con- trol or electronic stability control (esc), turn the system off before attempting to “rock” the vehicle. Caution! • when “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- tween drive/1st gear and reverse, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h),...

  • Page 499

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

  • Page 500

    3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully remove the shift lever override access cover, located on the prndl bezel. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5. Using the screwdriver or similar tool, reach into the opening and press and hold the shift lever override. 6. Move th...

  • Page 501

    Towing condition wheels off the ground 4wd models flat tow none see instructions under “recreational towing” • automatic transmission in park • manual transmission in gear ( not in neutral) • transfer case in neutral • tow in forward direction wheel lift or dolly tow front not allowed rear not allow...

  • Page 502

    Caution! • do not attempt to use sling type equipment when towing. When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension components. Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing. • if the vehicle being towed requires steering. The ignition switch must be i...

  • Page 503

    If flatbed equipment is not available and the transfer case is operable, the vehicle may be towed (in the forward direction, with all wheels on the ground), if the transfer case is in neutral and the transmission is in park (for automatic transmissions) or in gear ( not in neutral , for manual trans...

  • Page 505: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 3.8l . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505 䡵 onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . . . . . . 506 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . 506 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 506

    ▫ brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 525 ▫ automatic transmission – if equipped . . . . . 527 ▫ hydraulic clutch fluid – manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 530 ▫ manual transmission – if equipped . . . . . . . 530 ▫ transfer case . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 507

    Engine compartment — 3.8l 1 — integrated power module (fuses) 7 — engine coolant reservoir 2 — battery 8 — engine oil fill 3 — automatic transmission dipstick 9 — air cleaner filter 4 — engine oil dipstick 10 — coolant pressure cap 5 — brake fluid reservoir 11 — power steering fluid reservoir 6 — wa...

  • Page 508

    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 509

    The message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the prob- lem is detected twice in a row, the system will turn on the mil. Resolving the problem will turn the mil off. Emissions inspection and maintenance programs in some localities, it may be a le...

  • Page 510

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

  • Page 511

    Dealer service your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner. Service manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these service manuals before attempting...

  • Page 512

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

  • Page 513

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

  • Page 514

    Synthetic engine oils synthetic engine oils can be used if the recommended oil quality requirements are met, and the recommended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Materials added to engine oils do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak detection dyes, to you...

  • Page 515

    Warning! The air cleaner can provide protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air cleaner unless it is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner removed. Failure to do so can result i...

  • Page 516

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

  • Page 517

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

  • Page 518

    Hood latching components to ensure proper function. When performing other underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small amount of...

  • Page 519

    Some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe clean the wiper blades; this will help blade perfor- mance. To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating informa...

  • Page 520

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

  • Page 521

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

  • Page 522

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

  • Page 523

    Cooling system – drain, flush, and refill if the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty and contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of the old engine coolant ...

  • Page 524

    Caution! (continued) • this vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol based engine coolant (anti- freeze). Use of propylene glycol base engine cool- ant (antifreeze) is not recommended. Adding engine coolant your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant (antifreeze) t...

  • Page 525

    Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated. Note: mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze...

  • Page 526

    To remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately. Engine coolant level the coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the engine idling, and war...

  • Page 527

    Engine coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing. • if frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are required, or if the level in the recovery bottle does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system should ...

  • Page 528

    Power disc brakes disc brakes do not require adjustment; however, several hard stops during the break-in period are recommended to seat the linings and wear off any foreign material. Brake master cylinder the fluid level in the master cylinders should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. If ...

  • Page 529

    Warning! (continued) • to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lowe...

  • Page 530

    Caution! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer’s recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter change...

  • Page 531

    3. Fully apply the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posi- tion ending with the shift lever in park. 5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until seated. 6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on both sides. The fluid level should be bet...

  • Page 532

    Normal for the dipstick cap to spring back slightly from its fully seated position, as long as its seal remains engaged in the dipstick tube. Hydraulic clutch fluid – manual transmission the clutch hydraulic system is fed by a segregated volume of fluid within the brake system master cylinder reserv...

  • Page 533

    Transfer case fluid level check the fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the fill hole (a) when the vehicle is in a level position. Adding fluid fluid should be added only at filler hole until fluid begins to run out of the hole. Drain first remove the fill plug (b), then the drain plug (c). ...

  • Page 534

    Fluid level. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further informa- tion. Fluid level check lubricant should be at the bottom edge of the oil fill hole. Adding fluid add lubricant only at the fill hole and only to the level specified above. Selection of l...

  • Page 535

    • insects, tree sap and tar. • salt in the air near sea-coast localities. • atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. • bird droppings. Washing • wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using mopar 威 car wash or equiva- lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panel...

  • Page 536

    • it is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels and tailgate are kept clear and open. • 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 ...

  • Page 537

    Interior care use mopar 威 total clean or equivalent to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting. Interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp cloth, a damp cloth with mopar 威 total clean or equiva- lent, then mopar 威 spot & stain remover or equivalent if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh c...

  • Page 538

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

  • Page 539

    • be especially careful when washing the windows by following the directions for “care of fabric top windows.” washing — use mopar 威 car wash or equivalent, or mild soap suds, lukewarm water, and a brush with soft bristles. If extra cleaning is required, use mopar 威 con- vertible cloth top cleaner o...

  • Page 540

    Care of fabric top windows caution! Your vehicle’s fabric top has pliable plastic windows which can be scratched unless special care is taken by following these directions: 1. Never use a dry cloth to remove dust. Instead, use a microfiber towel or soft cotton cloth moistened with cold or warm, clea...

  • Page 541

    Zipper teeth. If a stuck zipper slide is experienced, work the mopar 威 soft top zipper cleaner and lubricant or equivalent into the zipper slide. Several applications may be required before the zipper comes free. 6. Never paste stickers, gummed labels or any tape to the windows. Adhesives are hard t...

  • Page 542

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description j4 25 amp natural driver door node j5 25 amp natural passenger door node j6 40 amp green anti-lock brake sys- tem (abs) pump/ stability control sys- tem j7 30 amp pink anti-lock brake sys- tem (abs) valve/ stability control sys- tem j8 — — j9 40 amp green ...

  • Page 543

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description j19 60 amp yellow radiator fan j20 30 amp pink front wiper lo/hi j21 20 amp blue front/rear washer j22 — spare m1 15 amp blue center high-mounted stop light (chmsl)/ switch stop lamp feed m2 20 amp yellow relay trailer lighting (stoplamp) m3 20 amp yellow ...

  • Page 544

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description m10 15 amp blue ignition off draw – vehicle entertainment system, satellite digi- tal audio receiver (sdars), dvd, hands-free module, radio, antenna, universal garage door opener, vanity lamp m11 10 amp red (ignition off draw) climate control sys- tem, und...

  • Page 545

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description m16 10 amp red airbag module m17 15 amp blue left tail/license/ park lamp m18 15 amp blue right tail/park/run lamp m19 25 amp natural auto shut down (asd #1 and #2) m20 15 amp blue cabin compartment node interior light, switch bank m21 20 amp yellow auto s...

  • Page 546

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description m31 20 amp yellow backup lamps m32 10 amp red airbag controller, tt europe m33 10 amp red powertrain controller m34 10 amp red park assist, climate control system, headlamp wash, compass m35 10 amp red heated mirrors m36 20 amp yellow power outlet cavity c...

  • Page 547

    Caution! (continued) • when replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over- load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates a problem i...

  • Page 548

    Exterior lights bulb type backup lamps (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157 center high-mounted stop lamp (1). . . . . . . . . L.E.D. Fog lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Psx24w front park/turn signal lamps (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157 front side marker l...

  • Page 549

    8. Pull the bulb from the housing. 9. Push connector locking tab to the unlock position. 10. Remove connector from bulb. 11. Push connector onto new bulb base, and push the connector locking tab to the lock position. Caution! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severe...

  • Page 550

    3. Firmly grasp the bulb by the two latch features and squeeze them together to unlock the bulb from the back of the front fog lamp housing. 4. Pull the bulb straight out from the keyed opening in the housing and then connect the replacement bulb. Caution! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers...

  • Page 551

    Center high-mounted stop lamp (chmsl) the stop lamp is mounted on a bracket that extends upward from the tailgate behind the spare tire. If service is needed, obtain the led/cover assembly from your local authorized dealer. 1. Remove the spare tire. 2. Remove the four screws holding the lens/cover i...

  • Page 552

    Fluids, lubricants and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine coolant mopar 威 antifreeze/coolant 5 year/100,000 mile formula hoat (hybrid organic additive technology) or equivalent. Engine oil use api certified sae 5w-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of chrysl...

  • Page 553

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part automatic transmission – if equipped mopar 威 atf+4威 automatic transmission fluid or equivalent licensed atf+4 威 product. Manual transmission – if equipped mopar 威 manual transmission lubricant or equivalent (meeting the re- quirements of chrysler m...

  • Page 555: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 554 ▫ required maintenance intervals . . . . . . . . . . 555 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 556

    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 557

    At each stop for fuel • check the engine oil level about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the add or min mark. • check the w...

  • Page 558

    8,000 miles (13,000 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, even if it occurs before 8,000 miles (13 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessary. O...

  • Page 559

    24,000 miles (39,000 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, even if it occurs before 24,000 miles (39 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessary...

  • Page 560

    40,000 miles (65,000 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, even if it occurs before 40,000 miles (65 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessary...

  • Page 561

    56,000 miles (91,000 km) or 42 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 56,000 miles (91 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessary...

  • Page 562

    64,000 miles (104,000 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, even if it occurs before 64,000 miles (104 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessa...

  • Page 563

    72,000 miles (117,000 km) or 54 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 72,000 miles (117 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessa...

  • Page 564

    88,000 miles (143,000 km) or 66 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 88,000 miles (143 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessa...

  • Page 565

    96,000 miles (156,000 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, even if it occurs before 96,000 miles (156 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessa...

  • Page 566

    104,000 miles (169,000 km) or 78 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 104,000 miles (169 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if neces...

  • Page 567

    120,000 miles (195,000 km) or 90 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 120,000 miles (195 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if neces...

  • Page 568

    128,000 miles (208,000 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, even if it occurs before 128,000 miles (208 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if neces...

  • Page 569

    136,000 miles (221,000 km) or 102 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 136,000 miles (221 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if nece...

  • Page 570

    152,000 miles (247,000 km) or 114 months maintenance service schedule ❏ change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 152,000 miles (247 000 km). ❏ inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if nece...

  • Page 571

    † this maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. 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...

  • Page 573: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 573 ▫ prepare for the appointment . . . . . . . . . . . 573 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 573 ▫ be reasonable with r...

  • Page 574

    䡵 publication order forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 577 䡵 department of transportation uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 579 ▫ treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 579 ▫ traction grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5...

  • Page 575

    Suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle prepare for the appointment if you’re 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 576

    This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • if for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- ship. They want to know if you need assistance. • if ...

  • Page 577

    Customer assistance for the hearing or speech impaired (tdd/tty) to assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special tdd (telecommuni- cation devices for the deaf) equipment at its customer center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a tdd...

  • Page 578

    We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to reso...

  • Page 579

    If nhtsa receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, nhtsa cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, and the manufacturer. T...

  • Page 580

    • service manuals these comprehensive service manuals provide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintaining, servicing, and repairing chrysler group llc vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system, and/or...

  • Page 581

    Department of transportation uniform tire quality grades the following tire grading categories were established by the national highway traffic safety administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle....

  • Page 582

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

  • Page 583: Index

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  • Page 584

    Abs (anti-lock brake system) . . . . . . . . . . . . 269,409 adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . 522 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 457 air cleaner, engine (engine air cleaner filter) . . . 512 air conditioner maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 585

    Special additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528 torque converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383 auxiliary electrical outlet (power outlet) . . . . . . 162 auxiliary power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 axle lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 586

    Check engine light (malfunction indicator light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277,507 checking your vehicle for safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 checks, safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71,72,78,81 child restraint...

  • Page 587

    Data recorder, event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 dealer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 509 defroster, rear window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 defroster, windshield . . . . ....

  • Page 588

    Emergency brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406 emergency, in case of jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 485 jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 491 tow hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 496 emission contr...

  • Page 589

    Fabric care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 535,536 fabric top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 536 filters air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 512 air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 engine oil . . . . ....

  • Page 590

    Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 549 tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 549 fuel system caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 455,458 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 539 gas cap (fuel filler cap) . . . ....

  • Page 591

    Hill descent control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 424 hill descent control indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 424 hill start assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412 hitches trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 464 holder, cup . . . . . ....

  • Page 592

    Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 lane change and turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 lane change assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 lap belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 lap/shoulder belts . . . ...

  • Page 593

    Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 lights on reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 low fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 oil pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 594

    Shift speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 manual, service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 577 master cylinder (brakes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526 methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453 mini-trip computer . . . . . ...

  • Page 595

    Onboard diagnostic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 506,507 operator manual (owner’s manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 outside rearview mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 overheating, engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271,484 owner’s manual (operator manual) . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 596

    Rearview mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 recorder, event data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 recreational towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 478 shifting into transfer case neutral (n) . . . . . 480 shifting out of transfer case neutral (n) ...

  • Page 597

    Child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71,81 extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 front seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 598

    Shoulder belt upper anchorage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 shoulder belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 side airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 side window demisters (defrosters) . . . . . . . . . . 362 signals, turn . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 599

    Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 temperature control, automatic (atc) . . . . . . . . 355 temperature gauge, engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . 271 tether anchor, child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 theft system arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 600

    Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 461,498 24-hour towing assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 disabled vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 498 guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 465 recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 601

    Uci connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 uconnect™ (hands-free phone) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 579 universal consumer interface (uci) connector . . . 342 untwisting procedure, seat belt . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 602

    291680.Ps 11jk72-126-aa chrysler 1" gutter 05/14/2010 06:18:00 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 o...

  • Page 603

    Chrysler group llc 11jk72-126-af sixth edition printing in u.S.A..