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RAM Promaster 2014 Owner's Manual

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    P r o m a s t e r o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2 0 1 4 2014 promaster 14vf-126-af sixth edition printed in u.S.A. Fca us llc.

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

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    Table of contents section page 1 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 things to know before starting your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 3 understa...

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    Introduction contents 䡵 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 䡵 van conversions/campers . . . . . . . . . . . .6 䡵 vehicle identification number . . . . . . . .6 䡵 vehic...

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    Introduction congratulations on selecting your new fca us llc vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- ship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This owner’s manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engine...

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    1 introduction 5.

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

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    Frame and underbody as well as the automobile infor- mation disclosure label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title. Note: it is illegal to remove or alter the vin. Vehicle modifications/alterations warning! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seri...

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    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ ignition key removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ locking doors with a key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ key-in-ignition reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 䡵 steering ...

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    ▫ programming additional transmitters. . . . . . . .18 ▫ transmitter battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . .19 ▫ general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 䡵 power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 ▫ automatic door locks — if equipped . . . . . . .22 ▫ auto unlo...

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    A word about your keys the key fob contains the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter with an integrated key. To use the mechanical key simply press the mechanical key release button. The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho- rized ...

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    3. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder. Warning! • before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into park and re- move the key fob from the ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. • never leave children alone in a vehicle, o...

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

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    To release the steering wheel lock — if equipped insert the key in the ignition switch and start the engine. If the key is difficult to turn, move the wheel slightly to the right or left to disengage the lock. Note: if you turned the wheel to the right to engage the lock, you must turn the wheel sli...

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    Caution! (continued) • the sentry key® immobilizer system is not com- patible with some aftermarket remote starting sys- tems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehi...

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    Note: changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Vehicle security alarm the vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the ve- hicle security al...

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

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    Note: the line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects. To unlock the doors press and release the unlock button on rke transmit- ter once to unlock only the front doors. Press and release the cargo unlock button on rke transmitter once to unlock the cargo area (rear lateral sliding do...

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    Transmitter battery replacement note: perchlorate material – special handling may ap- ply. See www.Dtsc.Ca.Gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate the recommended replacement battery is cr2032. 1. Press the mechanical key release button and release the mechanical key to access the battery case screw located ...

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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: • this device may not cause harmful interference. • this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesi...

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    Once the doors have been locked with the rke transmit- ter, it will no longer be possible to unlock them by pressing central lock/unlock button. To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent. If the rear doors are locked, you must pull the door handle twice to open the d...

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    Warning! (continued) • for personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into park, and re- move the key fob from the ign...

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    Windows power windows — if equipped the control on the left front door panel has up-down switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the front passenger door for passenger window control. Note: the key off power delay feature will al...

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    Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pe...

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    Occupant restraint systems some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: occupant restraint systems features • seat belt systems • supplemental restraint systems (srs) air bags • child restraints some of the safety features described in this section may be sta...

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    4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. 5. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly. 7. The driver and front pa...

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    Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle....

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    Unoccupied). The beltalert warning sequence starts by blinking the seat belt reminder light and sounding an intermittent chime. Once the beltalert warning sequence has completed, the seat belt reminder light will remain on until the seat belts are buckled. The beltalert warning sequence may repeat b...

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    The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoul- der part of the seat belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. However, in a collision the seat belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle ...

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    Warning! (continued) • wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the seat belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too. • two people ...

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    Warning! (continued) forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. • a seat belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A seat belt worn under the arm can cause ...

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    3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt i...

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    5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt. 6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the buckle. The seat belt will automaticall...

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

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

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    Warning! (continued) • position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt. • misadjustment of the seat belt could reduce the effectiveness of the safety...

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    Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and across the strong bones of the hips. Place the shoulder belt across the chest and away from the neck. Never place the shoulder belt behind the back or under the arm. Seat belt pretensioner the front seat belt system is equipped with pretension...

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    If the passenger seating position is equipped with an alr and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the alr. If the alr is activated, you will hear a clicking sound as the seat belt r...

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    Retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a ⬙ click. ⬙ in automatic locking mode, the shoulder belt is auto- matically pre-locked. The se...

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    Warning! • the seat belt assembly must be replaced if the switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) fea- ture or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the proce- dures in the service manual. • failure to replace the seat belt assembly could increase the ri...

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    • driver and front passenger air bags • supplemental side air bags • front and side impact sensors • seat belt pretensioners • seat belt buckle switch air bag warning light the orc monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the avv/start o...

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    • the air bag warning light does not come on during the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is first in the mar/acc/on/run position. • the air bag warning light remains on after the four to eight-second interval. • the air bag warning light comes on intermittently or remains on while driv...

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

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    Driver and passenger front air bag features the driver and passenger front air bag system is designed to inflate based on the severity and type of collision as determined by the occupant restraint controller (orc), which may receive information from the front impact sensors (if equipped) or other sy...

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    Front air bag operation front air bags are designed to provide additional pro- tection by supplementing the seat belts. Front air bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions. The front air bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some tha...

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    Sabs are marked with a “srs airbag” or “air- bag” label sewn into the outboard side of the seats. The sabs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury during certain side impacts, in addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body structure. When the sab deploys, it...

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    2. Supplemental side air bag inflatable curtains (sabics): located above the side windows. The trim covering the sabics is labeled “srs airbag” or “airbag.” sabics may help reduce the risk of head and other injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side impacts, in addition to th...

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    Warning! • do not mount equipment, or stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the deployment of the sabics. The trim covering above the side windows where the sabic and its deployment path are located should remain free from any obstructions. • in order for the sabics to work as intende...

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    Side air bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. Side air bags deploy in less time than it takes to blink your eyes. Warning! • occupants, including children, who are up against or very close to side air bags can be seriously injured or killed. Occupants, including children, should ...

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    Note: air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. The sabics may help reduce the risk of partial or complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in certain side impact events. The occupant restraint controller (orc) monitors th...

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    Contact with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. 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-produc...

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    Fuel cut off switch your vehicle is equipped with a fuel cut off safety switch. In the event of an accident, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the fuel cut off switch may perform the following functions: • cut off fuel to...

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    Fuel cut off switch reset procedure in order to reset the fuel cut off switch after an event push the “a” button located underneath the instrument panel on the passenger side. Warning! If, after an accident, you smell fuel or see leaks from the fuel system, do not reset the fuel cut off switch to av...

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    Warning! (continued) modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or add aftermarket side steps or running boards. • it is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air bag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system. • do not attempt to modif...

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    These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Note: edr data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the edr under normal driving conditions and no per- sonal data (e.G., name, g...

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    Warning! (continued) how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured or killed. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child’s size. There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for...

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

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

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

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    Children too large for booster seats children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this simple 5-step test to decide whether ...

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    Installing child restraints in commercial vehicles this commercial vehicle is not designed for use as a family vehicle and is not intended for carrying children in the front passenger seat(s). Never install rear-facing child restraints in this vehicle. Although the seat belt can be locked to secure ...

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    The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. The alr retractor can be “switched” into a ...

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    Installing a child restraint with a switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt. Warning! • improper installation or failure to properly secure a child restraint can lead ...

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    3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat. 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor. Then, allow the w...

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    Lights and courtesy lights while releasing all the doors and displaying a message; they are deactivated by press- ing button a. Note: after an accident, remember to cycle the ignition to the stop (off/lock) position and remove the key from the ignition switch to avoid draining the battery. If no fue...

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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 300 miles (500 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! • do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. • 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 serious...

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    Warning! (continued) • if it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed. The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained ...

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    Not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Defroster check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air dir...

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    Warning! (continued) • check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning. • 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 ...

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    Fluid leaks check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately. 2 things t...

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 ▫ inside day/night mirror — if equipped . . . . .76 ▫ outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 ▫ outside mirrors folding feature . . . . . . . . . . .77 ▫ ...

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    ▫ daytime running lights — if equipped . . . . . .95 ▫ lights-on reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 ▫ battery saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 ▫ fog lights — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 ▫ turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    䡵 parksense® rear park assist — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 ▫ parksense® rear park assist sensors. . . . . . . .107 ▫ parksense® rear park assist alerts . . . . . . . . .108 ▫ parksense® rear park assist failure indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Mirrors inside day/night mirror — if equipped a two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror 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 (towa...

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

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    Switch. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move. When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position “o” to prevent accidentally moving a mirror. Heated mirrors — if equipped these mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is act...

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    If the mirror head or pivot exhibits a slight amount of play, the mirror should be power folded closed, then power folded open (this may require multiple button pushes). Note: the intended use of the power fold mirrors is by pushing the buttons to fold and unfold the mirrors. Only manually fold the ...

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    Seats seats are a part of the occupant restraint system of the vehicle. Warning! • it is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • do not allow people to ride in any area of you...

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    Forward and rearward adjustment the adjusting bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rear- ward. Release the bar once the seat is in the desired position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the se...

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    Height adjustment — without swivel seat — if equipped the height adjusting levers are located on the center outboard side of the seat. Lift up on the front lever to adjust the front of the seat up or down. Lift up on the rear lever to adjust the rear of the seat up or down. 1 — front height adjustin...

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    Height adjustment — with swivel seat — if equipped the height adjusting knobs are located on the center outboard side of the seat. Rotate the front knob to adjust the front of the seat up or down. Rotate the rear knob to adjust the rear of the seat up or down. 1 — front height adjusting knob 2 — rea...

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    Recliner adjustment — without swivel seat the recliner knob is on the rear outboard side of the seat. To recline the seatback, lean back, rotate the knob rear- ward to position the seatback as desired. To return the seatback to its normal upright position, lean forward, rotate the knob forward until...

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    Outward. Release the lever once the seatback is in the upright position. Warning! • adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be adjusted properly and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only ...

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    Air seat — if equipped the seat is equipped with a mechanical spring system and hydraulic shock absorber to ensure maximum com- fort and safety. The system of springs also effectively absorbs impact from uneven road surfaces. Damper weight adjustment use the weight adjustment knob to set the require...

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    Swivel seat — if equipped the swivel seat lever is located at the lower front inboard side of the seat. The seat may be turned through 180° toward the seat on the opposite side and approximately 35° toward the door. The seat may be locked in the driving position or at the 180° position. To swivel th...

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    Flap on bench — if equipped if your vehicle is equipped with a bench seat, the seat is equipped with a fold-down flap that can be used as a document support surface. To use the fold-down flap, grasp the pull tab and lower the flap. The fold-down flap is equipped with two cup holders and a support su...

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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. The controls for the front heated seats are located on the lower outboard side of the seat. Press the switch once to turn on the heated seats. Press t...

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

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    Note: the head restraints should only be removed by qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If any of the head restraints require removal, see your authorized dealer. Adjustable armrests — if equipped the seat adjustable armrest can be raised and adjusted for height. Underneath the front o...

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    Turn the adjuster wheel to the right or left to adjust the height of the armrest up or down. To open and close the hood to open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Open the drivers door to gain access to the hood release lever. Pull the hood release lever located on the side of the instrument...

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    2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and push the safety latch lever to the right to release it, before raising the hood. 3. Raise the hood and place the hood prop rod in hood slot to secure the hood in the open position. Hood safety latch leve...

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    Caution! To prevent possible damage: • before closing hood, make sure the hood prop rod is fully seated into its storage retaining clips. • do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. Never drive your vehicle unl...

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    Headlights to turn on the headlights, turn the end of the multifunction lever to the headlight position. When the headlight switch is on, the parking lights, taillights, license plate light, the clear- ance lights and instrument panel lights are also turned on. To turn off the headlights, turn the e...

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    To activate the daytime running lights (drl), rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the o (off) position. Note: the low beams and side/taillights will not be on with drl. The drl function may be programmed to be on or off through the uconnect® system screen. Refer to “ uconnect® settings ” in...

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

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    Activation remove the key or turn the ignition to the off/lock position, and pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel, within two minutes. Each time the lever is pulled, the activation of the lights will be extended by 30 seconds. The activation of the lights can be extended to a maxim...

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    Windshield wipers and washers windshield wipers the windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers. The windshield wiper lever can be raised or lowered to access the modes. Map/dome lights...

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    Note: the windshield wipers/washers will only oper- ate with the ignition in the on/run position. Intermittent wiper system push the lever downward to the first detent and rotate the center ring to use one of the four intermittent wiper settings when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, wi...

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    Note: the mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid. Windshield washer operation to use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the ...

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    Telescoping steering column this feature allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The telescoping control handle is lo- cated below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle up. To lengthen or shorten the steering colum...

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    Electronic speed control when engaged, the electronic speed control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h) up to the maximum speed of 100 mph (160 km/h). The electronic speed control lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Electronic speed control...

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

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    To deactivate a soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the res button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate electronic speed control without erasing the set speed memory. Rotating the center ring upward to turn the system off or turning the ignition switch off erases the ...

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    To decrease speed when the electronic speed control is set, you can de- crease speed by tapping the speed control lever down (-). The speed decrement shown is dependant on the speed of u.S. (mph) or metric (km/h) units: u.S. Speed (mph) • tapping the speed control lever down (-) once will result in ...

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    On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without electronic speed control. Warning! Electronic speed control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose cont...

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    From the center of the rear fascia/bumper and up to 24 in (60 cm) from the corners of the rear fascia/bumper, depending on the location, type and orientation of the obstacle. If several obstacles are detected, the parksense® rear park assist system indicates the nearest obstacle. The minimum height ...

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    Audible and visual signals supplied by the parksense® rear park assist system signal meaning indication obstacle distance an obstacle is present within the sensors’ field of view audible signal (dashboard loudspeaker) • sound pulses emitted at a rate that in- creases as the distance decreases. • emi...

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    While audible signals are emitted, the audio system is not muted. The audible signal is turned off immediately if the distance increases. The tone cycle remains constant if the distance measured by the inner sensors is constant. If this condition occurs for the external sensors, the signal is turned...

  • Page 113

    Parksense® rear park assist system usage precautions note: • ensure that the outer surface and the underside of the rear bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction to keep the rear park assist system operating properly. • jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations co...

  • Page 114

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

  • Page 115

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

  • Page 116

    When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width of the vehicle and will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone: zone distance to the rear of the vehicle red 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm...

  • Page 117

    Note: if snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. Overhead console — if equipped the overhead console is located on the headliner above the review mirror. The overhead console contains t...

  • Page 118

    Right switch • press the right switch to the left to turn on the left map light. • press the right switch to the right to turn on the right map light. Map/dome lights 1 — auto/off 3 — left map 2 — dome 4 — right map 116 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 119

    Power outlets — if equipped passenger compartment power outlet the cigar lighter and the power socket are located in the center console. It only operates with the ignition key at mar/on. Load compartment power outlet the load compartment power outlet is located on the left rear side of the rear carg...

  • Page 120

    Warning! To avoid serious injury or death: • only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 volt outlet. • do not touch with wet hands. • close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle. • if this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock a...

  • Page 121

    Caution! • many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.E., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting. • ac...

  • Page 122

    Cupholders the cupholders for the drivers and passenger area are located near the floor just under the center stack storage compartment. There are cupholders located in each door panel as well as one single cupholder located to the right of the manual climate controls. Storage glove compartments the...

  • Page 123

    Front door storage — if equipped storage areas and bottle holders are located in both the front door trim panels. Dash storage the dash storage is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Front door storage dash storage 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 121.

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    Dashboard clipboard located on top of the dashboard is a clipboard and two storage bins on each side of the clipboard. Cargo area features cargo area the cargo area may be equipped with different options such as a optional side panels, rear seats and an optional floor. Clipboard and storage bins 122...

  • Page 125

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . .125 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . .128 䡵 electronic vehicle information center (evic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141 ▫...

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    ▫ uconnect® rh3 display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 ▫ general functions and settings . . . . . . . . . . .155 ▫ tuner mode (am/fm radio) . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 ▫ setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 ▫ clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Instrument panel features 4 understanding your instrument panel 125.

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    1 — air outlet 10 — lower glove compartment 19 — uconnect® phone buttons 2 — multifunction lever (external lights) 11 — cup holder 20 — tilt steering column release lever 3 — instrument cluster 12 — usb charger/12v 21 — horn 4 — multifunction lever (front/ rear wiper, trip computer) 13 — climate con...

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    Instrument cluster 4 understanding your instrument panel 127.

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    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Speedometer the speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per hour (mph) and/or kilometers per hour (km/h). 2. Turn signal indicators the arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated. Note: • a continuous chime will sound...

  • Page 131

    Note: if the driver’s door is open, and the headlights or park lights are left on, the high beam indicator light will remain illuminated and a chime will sound until lights have been turned to the off position. 6. Park/headlight on indicator — if equipped this indicator will illuminate when the park...

  • Page 132

    8. External light failure indicator — if equipped the external light failure indicator will come on when a failure to one of the following lights is detected: • side marker lights • brake lights • direction indicators • backup lights • parking lights • headlights • tail lights • d.R.L. • clearance l...

  • Page 133

    11. Tachometer the tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm x 1000). 12. Oil pressure warning light this light indicates low engine oil pressure. The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut of...

  • Page 134

    If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction. In this case, the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected. If the problem is r...

  • Page 135

    Operation of the brake warning light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the off position to the on/run position. The light should illuminate for ap- proximately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light ...

  • Page 136

    Caution! Prolonged driving with the malfunction indicator light (mil) on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could affect fuel economy and driveability. If the mil is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is required. Warni...

  • Page 137

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

  • Page 138

    When the engine is running, immediate service is re- quired and you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing. The light will come on when the ignition is first turned to on/run and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light d...

  • Page 139

    24. 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 140

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

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    26. Seat belt reminder light when the ignition switch is first turned to on/run, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver or front passenger(s) seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driv...

  • Page 142

    Note: • the “esc off indicator light” and the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to on/run. • each time the ignition is turned to on/run, the esc system will be on, even if it was manually turned off previously. • the esc system w...

  • Page 143

    30. Vehicle security light if during starting, the key code is not correctly recognized, the vehicle security light comes on in the instrument panel. In this case, turn the key to off and then to on/run; if it is still locked, try again with the other keys that come with the vehicle. Contact an auth...

  • Page 144

    • trip b data • set time • set date • auto clock • units • languages • buzzer volume • seat belt buzzer (*) • (*) just available after sbr disable made by chr service • service (diesel only) • drl - daytime running light (if equipped) • exit menu the system allows the driver to select information by...

  • Page 145

    • mode button push and hold the mode button for a time longer than 1 second to access/select the information screens or submenu screens of a main menu item. Press and hold the mode button for two seconds to reset displayed/ selected features that can be reset. • up arrow button press and release the...

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    • language • buzzer volume • seat belt buzzer (*) • (*) just available after sbr disable made by chr service • service (diesel only) • drl - daytime running light (if equipped • exit menu note: • if equipped with uconnect® 5.0 radio, some cus- tomer programmable features will display in the uconnect...

  • Page 147

    2. Press the up or down button (by single presses) to scroll through all the submenu options. 3. Briefly press the mode button to select the displayed submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu. 4. Press the up or down button (by single presses) to select the new setting for this submenu opt...

  • Page 148

    Note: if the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. Trip computer the trip computer is located in the instrument cluster. It features a driver-interactive display (displays informa- tion such as; t...

  • Page 149

    Start of trip procedure with the ignition on, push and hold the trip button for over one second to reset. Exit trip to exit the trip function, wait until all the values have been displayed or hold the menu button for longer than one second. Briefly push the menu button to go back to the menu screen ...

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    Values displayed range this indicates the distance which may be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that driving conditions will not change. The message “----” will appear on the display in the following cases: • distance less than 30 miles (or 50 km). • the vehicle is parked for ...

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    Personal settings (customer-programmable features) • speed beep • trip b data • set time • set data • auto lock • units (distance, fuel economy, temperature) • language • buzzer volume • seat belt buzzer (*) • (*) just available after sbr disable made by chr service • service (diesel only) • drl - d...

  • Page 152

    Uconnect® rh3 introduction your vehicle is equipped with a radio that has an am/fm radio receiver and a usb port for playing mp3, wma and aac files. The device has been designed according to the specific characteristics of the vehicle, with a design matching the style of the instrument panel. The ra...

  • Page 153

    Reception may be affected by mountains, buildings or bridges, especially when further away from the transmit- ter of the tuned radio station. Warning! When listening to traffic news, you may notice louder volume compared to normal playback. Care and maintenance the radio structure is built to guaran...

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    If the electrical supply is disrupted, the unit will mute and the display will show ⬙ 0000 ⬙ with the first digit flashing to indicate that you can enter the security code. You must enter the security code as follows: entering the security code (shown on the ⬙ warranty card ⬙ , for example, 4359). A...

  • Page 155

    If the car radio power supply is disconnected for approxi- mately eight seconds or longer, you will again be asked for the security code when it is reconnected. General the radio offers the following features: radio (tuner mode) • automatic/manual station tuning • manual storage of 30 stations: 18 i...

  • Page 156

    Uconnect® rh3 display description of commands rotary knob: turn radio on and off, volume, forward/ reverse track, confirm selected option. 䉴䉴 and 䉳䉳 buttons: station search in automatic mode, station search in manual mode, forward/reverse tracks, forward/reverse within track. Mute/pause button: inte...

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    Buttons 1 and 2: forward/reverse folder. Band/as button: select tuned frequency band, preset best stations. Menu button: access setup menu. General functions and settings turn the radio on or off to turn the radio on or off, push the rotary knob (press once to turn on and hold for about three second...

  • Page 158

    Not pressed again within five seconds, or if you press the rotary knob, the display returns to the previ- ously selected view and the settings will be saved. Custom audio setting functions press the audio button for less than two seconds to activate the balance function. Repeatedly pressing the audi...

  • Page 159

    Fader the display will show ⬙ fad 00 ⬙ to indicate that you can set the fader function. Turn the rotary knob clockwise to transfer the sound to the front; the display will show ⬙ fad f 01 ⬙ . Turn the rotary knob counterclockwise to transfer the sound to the back; the display will show ⬙ fad r 01 ⬙ ...

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    Searching for stations in automatic mode when you press or for less than two seconds, the radio will search for the next valid station. While the radio is searching for the new station, the display will show ⬙ seeking ⬙ . When the search is complete, the display will show the tuned frequency band an...

  • Page 161

    Mode, these will be implemented and the audio will be restored without changing the original volume. Turn the rotary knob to restore the audio and change the volume to the level selected. The display will show the settings described in the volume function. The other buttons should be implemented whe...

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    Presetting stations with a strong signal: when the band/as button is pressed for more than two seconds, the radio will search for the 6 best stations and automati- cally store them in the 6 memory positions of the current band. During the search, the display will indicate ⬙ fm ast ⬙ or ⬙ am ast ⬙ , ...

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    Maximum volume this function allows you to set the maximum permissible volume. Turn the rotary knob to set the volume. The display will show a message in the format ⬙ mvol 26 ⬙ indicating the maximum volume selected. When the maximum volume selected is the maximum radio vol- ume, the display will sh...

  • Page 164

    Usb mode (mp3/wma/aac) warning! To remove devices connected to the usb port, first select the other audio source. Failure to follow this procedure can cause damage to the connected device. Due to the extensive range of makes and models of storage devices available on the market, not all devices have...

  • Page 165

    If playable files are found, the radio will also check that the connected device is the same as the one used imme- diately before the usb function. If this is the case, music playback will start from the point where it was inter- rupted (file and music runtime). If not, the file played will be the f...

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    164 understanding your instrument panel.

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    Play sequence (file) comments 1 track 1_1 if there are mp3, wma or aac (extensions mp3, wma, m4a, mp4 and 3gp) files in the root folder, these will be played first. 2 track 2_1 folders within the same level are sorted in ascending order by name (up to folder number 100, after which the order follows...

  • Page 168

    When these buttons are pressed, the display will show a ⬙ trkyyy ⬙ message, where yyy is the track number. If any of these buttons is briefly pressed again, the number in the display will continue changing according to the selected track. While the track is being selected, that is, when or are press...

  • Page 169

    Mute/pause pressing this knob stops music playback and mutes the sound. The display will switch between ⬙ paused ⬙ and the current view (three seconds). Press this button again to resume music playback from the point where it left off, without changing the original volume level. The display will sho...

  • Page 170

    When the rotary knob is pressed or if its position is not changed for five seconds, the track is selected, the id3 tag is processed and the music will start playing. In this case, the display will show the ⬙ trkyyy ⬙ message for two seconds and then return to the default display defined by the disp ...

  • Page 171

    Whenever the radio skips from one folder to another, the display will show the name of the folder to which you are going for a few milliseconds (the rotary movements are ignored during this period) and a maximum of three seconds. When you reach the last folder and press button 1 again, the radio wil...

  • Page 172

    Uconnect® settings the uconnect® system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features. Uconnect® 5.0 soft-keys and hard-keys 1 — uconnect® soft-keys 2 — uconnect® hard-keys 170 understand...

  • Page 173

    Hard-keys hard-keys are located below the uconnect® system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a scroll/enter control knob located on the right side. Turn the control knob to scroll through menus and change settings (i.E., 30, 60, 90), press the center of the control knob on...

  • Page 174

    Settings screen. Pressing the up or down arrow soft-keys on the right side of the screen will allow you to toggle up or down through the available settings. Display after pressing the display soft-key the following settings will be available: • display mode press the display mode button to set the d...

  • Page 175

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

  • Page 176

    Safety/assistance after pressing the safety/assistance soft-key the follow- ing settings will be available: • parkview® rear back up camera — if equipped your vehicle may be equipped with the parkview® rear back up camera static guidelines that allows you to see straight grid line overlay over the p...

  • Page 177

    Doors & locks after pressing the doors & locks soft-key the following settings will be available: • auto door locks when this feature is selected, all doors will automatically lock when the vehicle is in motion. To make your selection, touch the auto door lock soft-key, until a check-mark appears ne...

  • Page 178

    To make your selection, touch the loudness soft-key, select on or off followed by pressing the arrow back/ done soft-key. • auto - on radio touch the auto on radio soft-key to set how the radio behaves when the ignition is switched to on. The options are: radio on, radio off or reset to the last tur...

  • Page 179

    Your selection, touch the “channel skip” soft-key, select the channels you would like to skip followed by pressing the back arrow soft-key. • subscription information new vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to siriusxm satellite radio with your radio. Followin...

  • Page 180

    Ipod®/usb/mp3 control — if equipped the usb input and auxiliary jack is located on the instrument panel left of the radio (driver’s lower right). This feature allows an ipod® or external usb device to be plugged into the usb port. Ipod® control supports mini, 4g, photo, nano, 5g ipod® and iphone® de...

  • Page 181

    For further information, refer to the uconnect® supple- ment manual. Usb charging port the usb connector port can be used for charging pur- poses only. Use the connection cable to connect an ipod® or external usb device to the vehicle’s usb charging port which is located next to the 12v power outlet...

  • Page 182

    Warning! Do not plug in or remove the ipod® or external device while driving. Failure to follow this warning could result in a collision. Steering wheel audio controls the remote sound system controls are located on the surface of the steering wheel. The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch an...

  • Page 183

    The following describes the right-hand control operation in each mode. Radio operation pressing the top of the switch will “scan” up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will “scan” down for the next listenable station. Cd disc maintenance to keep a cd in good condit...

  • Page 184

    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. This condition is not harmful to the radio. If your radio perform...

  • Page 185

    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 186

    Temperatures, while rotating right into the red area indicates warmer temperatures. • economy mode if economy mode is desired, press the a/c button to turn off the indicator light and the a/c compressor. Then, select panel, bi-level or floor mode and move the temperature control to the desired tempe...

  • Page 187

    • floor air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets. • mix air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demist outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the winds...

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    • if the following conditions are verified: • mode floor, vent or bi level selected. • temperature in max cold. • a/c led on. • hot ambient temperature. • blower at maximum speed. • in case of hot ambient temperature, the recirculation is closed (opened for a minute each 15 minutes so the air can be...

  • Page 189

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 ▫ automatic transmission — if equipped . . . . .191 ▫ normal starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 ▫ extreme cold weather (below –20°f or −29°c) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192 ▫ if engine ...

  • Page 190

    䡵 parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210 䡵 brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 ▫ four-wheel anti-lock brake system (abs) . . .212 䡵 electronic brake control system . . . .213 ▫ traction control system (tcs) . . . . . . . . . . . .214 ▫ brake assist sys...

  • Page 191

    䡵 tire chains (traction devices) . . . . . . .245 䡵 tire rotation recommendations . . . . .247 䡵 tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .248 ▫ base system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .251 ▫ general information . . . . . . ...

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    䡵 recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274 ▫ towing this vehicle behind another vehicle . .274 ▫ recreational towing — automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274 190 starting and operating.

  • Page 193

    Starting procedures before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a numb...

  • Page 194

    Extreme cold weather (below –20°f or −29°c) to ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- able from your authorized dealer) is recommended. If engine fails to start warning! Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the thr...

  • Page 195

    Engine block heater — if equipped the engine block heater warms the engine, and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 volt ac electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord. The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one hour to have an...

  • Page 196

    Warning! • it is dangerous to shift out of park or neutral if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift ...

  • Page 197

    Key ignition park interlock this vehicle is equipped with a key ignition park inter- lock which requires the transmission to be in park before the ignition switch can be turned to the lock/ off (key removal) position. The key can only be re- moved from the ignition when the ignition is in the lock/o...

  • Page 198

    Only shift from drive to park or reverse when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears. The transmission shift lever has park, reverse, neu- tral, drive, and electronic range select (ers) shift positi...

  • Page 199

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

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    Warning! (continued) vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal. • unintended movement of a vehicle could injure...

  • Page 201

    The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission into the park position: • when shifting into park, firmly move the shift lever all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is fully seated. • look at the transmission gear position display and verify ...

  • Page 202

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

  • Page 203

    During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be modified depending on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to achieve maximum efficiency. Engagement of the torque converter clutch is inhibited until ...

  • Page 204

    Note: even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur. If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer service is required...

  • Page 205

    Instrument cluster display 1 2 3 4 5 6 d actual gear(s) al- lowed 1 1–2 1–3 1–4 1–5 1–6 1–6 note: to select the proper gear position for maximum deceleration (engine braking), move the shift lever into the ers position, then tap it forward (-) repeatedly as the vehicle slows. The transmission will s...

  • Page 206

    Haul mode. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in tow/haul mode, transmission upshifts are delayed, and the trans- mission will automatically downshift (for engine brak- ing) during steady braking ma...

  • Page 207

    • if the vehicle has not been driven for several days, the first few seconds of operation after shifting the trans- mission into gear may seem sluggish. This is due to the fluid partially draining from the torque converter into the transmission. This condition is normal and will not cause damage to ...

  • Page 208

    2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. Keep tires properly inflated. 5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop. Driving through w...

  • Page 209

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

  • Page 210

    Caution! (continued) operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami- nated, as this may result in further damage. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. • getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious internal damage to...

  • Page 211

    Caution! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should be avoided when possible. Damage to the power steering pump may occur. Power steering fluid check checking the power steering fluid level at a define...

  • Page 212

    Parking brake before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied. The parking brake lever is located on the outboard side of the drivers seat. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, pre...

  • Page 213

    When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to ...

  • Page 214

    Brake system in the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example; repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort required to brake the vehicle will be significantly more than that required with the power system operating. If either of the two h...

  • Page 215

    Warning! • pumping the anti-lock brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop. • the anti-lock brake system (abs) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics f...

  • Page 216

    Traction control system (tcs) the traction control system (tcs) monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced, to provide en- hanced acceleration and stability. A feature of th...

  • Page 217

    Brake assist system (bas) the brake assist system (bas) is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency brak- ing maneuvers. The system detects an emergency brak- ing situation by sensing the rate and amount of brake application, and then applies optimum pressure to the bra...

  • Page 218

    Electronic stability control (esc) the electronic stability control (esc) enhances direc- tional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. Esc corrects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the ov...

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    Esc operating modes the “esc off” switch is located in the center switch bank, next to the hazard flasher switch. Esc on this mode is the normal operating mode for esc equipped vehicles. Whenever the vehicle is started, the esc system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for most driving s...

  • Page 220

    Warning! (continued) • trailer sway control (tsc) is disabled when the esc system is in the ⴖ partial off ⴖ mode. Note: to improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “partial off” mode by pressing t...

  • Page 221

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

  • Page 222

    Warning! If tsc activates while driving, slow the vehicle down, stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the trailer load to eliminate trailer sway. Hill start assist (hsa) the hsa system is designed to assist the driver when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. Hsa will maintain the level...

  • Page 223

    Warning! There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system will not activate and slight rolling may occur. This could cause a collision with another vehicle or object. Always remember the driver is responsible for brak- ing the vehicle. Towing ...

  • Page 224

    Tire safety information tire markings 1 — u.S. Dot safety standards code (tin) 4 — maximum load 2 — size designation 5 — maximum pressure 3 — service description 6 — treadwear, traction and temperature grades 222 starting and operating.

  • Page 225

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

  • Page 226

    Tire sizing chart example: size designation: p = passenger car tire size based on u.S. Design standards ⴖ ....Blank.... ⴖ = passenger car tire based on european design standards lt = light truck tire based on u.S. Design standards t or s = temporary spare tire 31 = overall diameter in inches (in) 21...

  • Page 227

    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 228

    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 229

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

  • Page 230

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

  • Page 231

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire and loading information placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side b-pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-pillar location for tire and loading information placard 5 starting and operating 229.

  • Page 232

    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. ...

  • Page 233

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

  • Page 234

    Note: • if your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The follow- ing table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and num- ber and size of occupan...

  • Page 235

    5 starting and operating 233.

  • Page 236

    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 237

    Warning! (continued) • always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. 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 tir...

  • Page 238

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

  • Page 239

    Loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- tion. Refer to your authorized tire dealer or original equipment vehicle dealer for recommended safe operat- ing speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Warning! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. T...

  • Page 240

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

  • Page 241

    If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with y...

  • Page 242

    Spare tires — if equipped note: for vehicles equipped with tirefit instead of a spare tire, please refer to “tirefit kit” in “what to do in emergencies” for further information. Caution! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a compact, f...

  • Page 243

    Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire. Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any given time. Warning! Compact spares are for temporary ...

  • Page 244

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

  • Page 245

    Tread wear indicators tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is wo...

  • Page 246

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

  • Page 247

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

  • Page 248

    • tire chains for a 225/75r16 tire with a quality chain corp light truck highway service (non-cam) tire chain or equivalent is recommended. Warning! Using tires of different size and type (m+s, snow) between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable handling. You could lose control and have a col...

  • Page 249

    Tire rotation recommendations the tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates. These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. The benefits of rotation a...

  • Page 250

    Tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold tire pressure. The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kpa) for every 12° f (6.5° c). This means that when the out...

  • Page 251

    Driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the tpms to receive this information. For example, your vehicle may have a recommended cold (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of 30 psi (207 kpa). If the ambient temperature is 68° f (20° c) and the measured tire pressure...

  • Page 252

    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 253

    Base system this is the tpms warning indicator located in the instrument cluster. The tpms uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- els. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the receiver m...

  • Page 254

    The “tire pressure monitoring unavailable” text message will display. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists. The tire pressure monitoring telltale light will turn off when the fault condition no longer exists. A system fault can occur with a...

  • Page 255

    5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire, the tpms will update automatically and the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will turn off, as long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the...

  • Page 256

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

  • Page 257

    Caution! (continued) blends may result in starting and drivability prob- lems, damage critical fuel system components, cause emissions to exceed the applicable standard, and/or cause the “malfunction indicator light” to illumi- nate. Pump labels should clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater ...

  • Page 258

    Mmt in gasoline methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (mmt) is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline blended with mmt provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without mmt. Gasoline blended wi...

  • Page 259

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

  • Page 260

    Adding fuel fuel filler cap (gas cap) the gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. Caution! • damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from us...

  • Page 261

    Warning! (continued) • never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula- tions and may cause the mil to turn on. • a fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place gas...

  • Page 262

    Vehicle loading as required by national highway traffic safety admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or b-pillar. If seats are removed for carrying cargo, do not exceed the specified gvwr and gawr. Vehicle certification label your vehi...

  • Page 263

    Warning! Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear gawr. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. Tire size the tire size on the vehicle certif...

  • Page 264

    The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for operation. Weigh it on a commercial scale to ensure that it is not over the gvwr. Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle separately. It is important that you distribut...

  • Page 265

    Common towing definitions the following trailer towing related definitions will assist 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 tongue weight. The total load ...

  • Page 266

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

  • Page 267

    Safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier tongue weights (tw) and may...

  • Page 268

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) note: for additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • ramtrucks.Com/en/towing_guide/ • ramtruck.Ca (canada) • rambodybuilder.Com trailer and tongue weight always load a tr...

  • Page 269

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

  • Page 270

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

  • Page 271

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

  • Page 272

    • trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). Warning! • do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when yo...

  • Page 273

    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. Refer to the following illustrations. Trailer electrical connector location 1 — four-pin connector location 2 — seven-p...

  • Page 274

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

  • Page 275

    Tow/haul mode to reduce the potential for automatic transmission over- heating, activate the “tow/haul” feature when driv- ing in hilly areas, or select a lower gear range (using the electronic range select (ers) shift control) on more severe grades. Electronic speed control — if equipped • do not u...

  • Page 276

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle towing condition wheels off the ground automatic transmission flat tow none not allowed dolly tow front ok rear not allowed on trailer all ok recreational towing — automatic transmission recreational towing is al...

  • Page 277

    Caution! Do not flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drive- train will result. Caution! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- age from improper towing is not covered under the new vehicle limited warranty. 5 starting and operating 275.

  • Page 279

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . .279 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . .279 䡵 wheel and tire torque specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .280 ▫ torque specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .280 䡵 tirefit...

  • Page 280

    䡵 freeing a stuck vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 䡵 shift lever override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 䡵 towing a disabled vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .318 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .319 278 what to do in emergencies.

  • Page 281

    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 direc- tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency...

  • Page 282

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

  • Page 283

    Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles. Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each nut/bolt has been tightened twice. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are proper...

  • Page 284

    Warning! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. Tirefit kit — if equipped small punctures up to ¼” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with tirefit. ...

  • Page 285

    Using the mode select knob and hoses your tirefit kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Selecting air mode push in the mode select knob (5) and turn to this position for air pump operation only. Use the black air pump hose (7) when selecting this mode. Selec...

  • Page 286

    Using the deflation button press the deflation button (2) to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated. Tirefit usage precautions • replace the tirefit sealant bottle (1) and sealant hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed at the lower right hand corner on the bottle lab...

  • Page 287

    • when the tirefit sealant is in a liquid form, clean water, and a damp cloth will remove the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • for optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free o...

  • Page 288

    Warning! (continued) – if you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel. • keep tirefit away from open flames or heat source. • a loose tirefit kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the tirefit kit in the place provided. Fa...

  • Page 289

    2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground. This will allow the tirefit hoses (6) and (7) to reach the valve stem and keep the tirefit kit flat on the ground. This will provide the best positioning of the kit when injecting the sea...

  • Page 290

    Note: manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in neutral. • after pressing the power button (4), the sealant (white fluid) will flow from the sealant bottle (1) through the sealant hose (6) and into the tire. Note: sealant may leak out through the punctur...

  • Page 291

    Quickly from approximately 70 psi (4.8 bar) to the actual tire pressure when the sealant bottle (1) is empty. 2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire immedi- ately after the sealant bottle (1) is empty. Continue to operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tir...

  • Page 292

    Caution! • the metal end fitting from power plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be handled carefully. • failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the sealant hose (6) can result in sealant con- tacting your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’s inte- rior. It can also result in ...

  • Page 293

    3. Uncoil the air pump hose (7) (black in color) and screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve stem. 4. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the pressure gauge (3). If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 bar): the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle f...

  • Page 294

    (f) sealant bottle and hose replacement: 1. Uncoil the sealant hose (6) (clear in color). 2. Locate the round sealant bottle release button in the recessed area under the sealant bottle. 3. Press the sealant bottle release button. The sealant bottle (1) will pop up. Remove the bottle and dispose of ...

  • Page 295

    Warning! (continued) • never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. • 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 slip...

  • Page 296

    To release the jack kit for it’s storage location, you must push down and turn the lock knob 1/4 turn counter clockwise to the unlock position. Caution! Do not force lock knob over limit. Damage to lock knob may occur. Lock knob 1 — unlock position 2 — lock position 294 what to do in emergencies.

  • Page 297

    To open the jack kit container you must push the con- tainers release to separate the top and bottom. Container release jacking tools 1 — wrench handle 2 — tow eye 3 — lug bolt adaptor 4 — jack 5 — tool handle 6 — reversible tool 7 — winch extension 6 what to do in emergencies 295.

  • Page 298

    Removing the spare tire 1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the vehicle. Attach the lug bolt adapter to the winch extension and insert it into the winch mechanism. Jack tools 1 — winch extension 2 — lug bolt adapter 3 — wrench handle 296 what to do in emergencies.

  • Page 299

    The winch mechanism is located under the rear of the vehicle to the right of the spare tire. 2. Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle. Winch location winch extension 6 what to d...

  • Page 300

    Note: the winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain access to the spare tire retainer. Lowering spare tire spare tire 298 wha...

  • Page 301

    4. Remove the retainer nut prior to removing the retainer from the wheel. 5. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of the cable. Retainer nut lifting spare tire 6 what to do in emergencies 299.

  • Page 302

    6. Pull the retainer through the center of the wheel. Preparations 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Warning! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit whe...

  • Page 303

    Note: passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 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 pos...

  • Page 304

    Caution! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the jacking instructions for this vehicle. 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug bolts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 2. There are two jack engagemen...

  • Page 305

    Caution! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated. Note: the rear jacking location is located in front of the rear tire and in front of the leaf spring mount. Note: the front jacking location is located behind the front tire and in front of the driver/pa...

  • Page 306

    Warning! Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body (continued) warning! (continued) under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center...

  • Page 307

    Warning! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 5. Remove the wheel lug bolts. For vehicles with wheel covers, remove the cover from the wheel by hand. Do not p...

  • Page 308

    Warning! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. Note: do not install the wheel cover on the spare tire. 7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw...

  • Page 309

    Caution! In the case that the yellow dot does not appear in the winch mechanism window refer to step 11 above, the operator should repeat the spare tire installation procedure. If the yellow dot does not appear in the winch indication window, place and secure the dam- aged wheel into the vehicle and...

  • Page 310

    Warning! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately. 13. Check the spare tire pressure as soon as p...

  • Page 311

    3. Tighten the knob on the bolt to secure it to the bracket. Securing the bracket alloy wheel mounting 6 what to do in emergencies 309.

  • Page 312

    4. Position the tire vertically and lay the mounted adapter on the inner part of the rim. Using the supplied bolts, fasten the wheel to the adapter using the bolt install wrench. Tighten the bolts with the wrench extension and wrench handle. 5. Follow the steps above for proper spare tire stowage. W...

  • Page 313

    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 314

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

  • Page 315

    Caution! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. Note: the remote pos...

  • Page 316

    6. Once the engine is started, disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: disconnecting the jumper cables 1. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-)...

  • Page 317

    Battery location there are two remote jump starting posts under the hood which is the recommended jump start location. If access to the battery is needed, an access panel on the driver’s side floor will allow for battery access. Access panel battery location 6 what to do in emergencies 315.

  • Page 318

    Freeing a stuck vehicle if your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then shift back and forth between drive and reverse , while gently pressing the accelerator. Us...

  • Page 319

    Warning! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously w...

  • Page 320

    Towing a disabled vehicle this section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing condition wheels off the ground all models flat tow none if transmission is operable: • transmission in neutral • 25 mph (40 km/h) max speed • 15 miles (24 km) max dis...

  • Page 321

    If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition must be in the on/run position. If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle’s battery is discharged, see “shift lever override” in this section for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission out of p...

  • Page 322

    Caution! • towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than 15 mi (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the new vehicle limited warranty. • towing this vehicle in violation of the above re- quirements can cau...

  • Page 323

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 3.6l . . . . . . . . . .323 䡵 onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . .324 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . .324 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .325 䡵 replace...

  • Page 324

    ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .349 ▫ cleaning the instrument panel cupholders . .356 䡵 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .357 ▫ underhood fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358 ▫ interior...

  • Page 325

    Engine compartment — 3.6l 1 — washer solvent reservoir 5 — power distribution center (fuses) 2 — engine oil fill 6 — coolant reservoir 3 — engine oil dipstick 7 — power steering reservoir 4 — brake fluid reservoir 7 maintaining your vehicle 323.

  • Page 326

    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 327

    “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in ”un- derstanding your instrument panel” for further informa- tion. Tighten the gas cap until a ⬙ clicking ⬙ sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tight- ened. Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off. If th...

  • Page 328

    Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your vehicle’s obd ii system is ready, you must do the following: 1. Cycle the ignition switch to the on position, but do not crank or start the engine. Note: if you crank or start the...

  • Page 329

    Replacement parts use of genuine mopar® parts for normal/scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en- sure the designed performance. Damage or failures caused by the use of non-mopar® parts for mainte- nance and repairs will not be covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Deale...

  • Page 330

    Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed “maintenance schedule”, there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the future. Caution! • failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per- form repairs and service when necessary could result in more costly repairs...

  • Page 331

    Dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the min mark will result in a max reading on these engines. Caution! Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration, or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. Change engine oil the oil change indicator system will remind you...

  • Page 332

    Caution! Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Engine oil viscosity — 3.6l engine mopar® sae 5w-20 engine oil approved to chrysler material standard ms-6395 such as pennzoil®, shell heli...

  • Page 333

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

  • Page 334

    Engine air cleaner filter selection the quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. Mopar® engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom- mended. Exhaust system the best protect...

  • Page 335

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

  • Page 336

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

  • Page 337

    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 positive (+) and negative (-) and are identified on the battery case. Cable clamps should be ...

  • Page 338

    Caution! Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- tioning components. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Refrigerant recovery and recycling r-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- carbon (hfc) t...

  • Page 339

    2. Remove and replace the a/c air filter from the filter retainer. 3. Install the a/c air filter/filter retainer back into the fresh air inlet. When installing the filter retainer make sure the retainer is fully engaged. 1 — screw locations 2 — fresh air inlet 1 — fresh air inlet 2 — a/c air filter ...

  • Page 340

    4. Install the two screws back into the assembly to secure the filter retainer to the fresh air inlet. Body lubrication locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lub...

  • Page 341

    Note: life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces- sary. Adding washer flui...

  • Page 342

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

  • Page 343

    Refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Selection of coolant refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further information. Caution! • mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified organic additive technology (oa...

  • Page 344

    Adding coolant your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant (oat coolant conforming to ms-12106) that allows extended maintenance intervals. This engine cool- ant (antifreeze) can be used up to ten years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reduc- ing this exte...

  • Page 345

    Note: • some vehicles require special tools to add coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is needed to be added to the system please contact your local authorized dealer. • mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not r...

  • Page 346

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

  • Page 347

    • if frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are required, the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks. • maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a minimum of 50% oat coolant (conforming to ms-12106) and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine w...

  • Page 348

    Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the “full” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir. Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking in the system. Add enough fluid to bring the level up to...

  • Page 349

    Warning! (continued) • overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces. • do not allow petroleum ...

  • Page 350

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

  • Page 351

    Fluid and filter changes refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. In addition, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans- mission is disassembled for any reason. Appearance care and protection from corrosion pro...

  • Page 352

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

  • Page 353

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

  • Page 354

    Caution! Avoid products or automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh brushes. These products and automatic car washes may damage the wheel’s protective finish. Such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Only car wash soap, mopar wheel c...

  • Page 355

    Dark vapor or black satin chrome wheels caution! If your vehicle is equipped with dark vapor or black satin chrome wheels do not use wheel cleaners, abrasives or polishing compounds. They will perma- nently damage this finish and such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Use on...

  • Page 356

    Cleaning interior trim interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp cloth, a damp cloth with mopar® total clean or equiva- lent, then mopar® spot & stain remover or equivalent if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners or armor all®. Use mopar® total clean or equivalent to clean viny...

  • Page 357

    Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed. To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing. Do...

  • Page 358

    If the belts need cleaning, use mopar® total clean, a mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly. Warning! A frayed or torn belt could rip ...

  • Page 359

    Installation place the liner into the cupholder drawer and press the liner into place so that the retention tabs seat into the corresponding openings in the drawer. Fuses warning! • when replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- propriate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fus...

  • Page 360

    Underhood fuses the front power distribution center is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. To access the fuses, remove the cover. The id number of the electrical component correspond- ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f...

  • Page 361

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f04 50 amp red (3.6 gasoline engine) secondary pdc (trans power re- lay, vacuum pump, kl30 for stm) (3.6 gasoline engine) f04 40 amp orange (3.0 die- sel en- gine) fuel filter heater (3.0 diesel engine) f05 30 amp green selespeed pump rele (3.0 diesel engine) -...

  • Page 362

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f09 15 amp blue rear power outlet f10 15 amp blue horn f11 15 amp blue mprop-drv (3.0 diesel engine) — if equipped f14 20 amp yellow power outlet f15 7.5 amp brown usb charger f16 7.5 amp brown kl15 stm (3.6), kl15 starter relay coil (3.6 gasoline engine) cavit...

  • Page 363

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f18 7.5 amp brown kl30 mta, kl30 ecm, kl30 main relay coil (3.0 diesel engine) f19 7.5 amp brown a/c compressor (if equipped) f20 30 amp green windshield wiper f21 15 amp blue fuel pump f22 20 amp yellow ecm, ignition coils (3.6 gasoline engine) cavity maxi fus...

  • Page 364

    Front pdc additional fuses the additional fuse box is located inside the front pdc box. Cavity mini fuse description f61 20 amp yellow vacuum pump (3.6 gaso- line engine) — if equipped f62 30 amp green transmission power rele (3.6 gasoline en- gine) — if equipped f64 7.5 amp brown urea pump (3.0 die...

  • Page 365

    Interior fuses the interior fuse panel is part of the body control module (bcm) and is located on the driver’s side under the instrument panel. Fuse panel fuse panel cavity locations 7 maintaining your vehicle 363.

  • Page 366

    Cavity mini fuse description f12 10 amp red right low beam f13 10 amp red left low beam f31 5 amp beige int/a f32 10 amp red sbmt f34 7.5 amp brown clearance lights f36 15 amp blue +30 (acm – tpcu – rrm – dlc) f37 5 amp beige int (brake no – ipc) f38 15 amp blue central locking cavity mini fuse desc...

  • Page 367

    Cavity mini fuse description f90 7.5 amp brown left high beam f91 7.5 amp brown right high beam f92 7.5 amp brown left fog lamp f93 7.5 amp brown right fog lamp right central pillar fuses the right central pillar fuse panel is located on the interior side at the base of the passenger side b pillar. ...

  • Page 368

    Cavity mini fuse description f81 7.5 amp brown seat heater f83 20 amp yellow rear left windows heater cavity mini fuse description f84 20 amp yellow rear right windows heater f85 10 amp red rear heater prep vehicle storage if you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want t...

  • Page 369

    Replacement bulbs interior bulbs bulb number overhead lamp c5w sun visors c5w courtesy lamp ff500 glove compartment c5w rear courtesy lamp c5w exterior bulbs bulb number front low and high beam headlamp h7ll front park/turn signal lamps 7444na daytime running lamps (if equipped) 7440 bulb number fro...

  • Page 370

    Bulb replacement note: lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will usually accelerate the clearing process. Headlamps low beam and high beam no...

  • Page 371

    16. Carefully re install screw (1) on lower headlamp filler panel. 17. Carefully re install screws (2) on upper headlamp filler panel. Front turn signal/parking lamps note: passenger side headlamp must be removed for bulb replacement, for driver side headlamp go to step 6 through step 7. 1. Remove s...

  • Page 372

    1. Remove screw (1) on lower headlamp filler panel. 2. Remove screws (2) on upper headlamp filler panel. 3. Remove upper screw (1) from headlamp housing. 4. Remove lower screws (2) from headlamp housing. 5. Pull headlamp forward. 6. Remove the drl, side marker bulb by pulling straight out. 7. Replac...

  • Page 373

    Front, rear roof lamps 1. Remove two screw and remove the lamp assembly. 2. Remove the socket bulb by turning counterclockwise. 3. Remove bulb and replace as needed. 4. Reinstall the bulb socket and rotate clockwise to lock in place. 5. Reinstall lamp. Rear tail, stop, backup, turn signal and rear s...

  • Page 374

    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 24 gallons 90 liters engine oil with filter 3.6l engine (sae 5w-20, api certi- fied) 6 quarts 5.6 liters cooling system * 3.6l engine (mopar® antifreeze/ engine coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula or equivalent) 10.5 quarts 10 liters 372 maintaining y...

  • Page 375

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

  • Page 376

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

  • Page 377

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part automatic transmission – 3.6l gasoline engine only use only atf+4® automatic transmission fluid. Fail- ure to use atf+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. We recommend mopar® atf+4® fluid. Brake master cylinder we r...

  • Page 379

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . .378 ▫ maintenance chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .379 8.

  • Page 380

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

  • Page 381

    • check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed • check function of all interior and exterior lights maintenance chart required maintenance intervals refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance ...

  • Page 382

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

  • Page 383

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

  • Page 384

    ** the spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. Warning! • you can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a servi...

  • Page 385

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .385 ▫ prepare for the appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .385 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .385 ▫ be reasonable with requests ....

  • Page 386

    䡵 department of transportation uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .391 ▫ treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .391 ▫ traction grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .391 ▫ temperature grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .392 384 if...

  • Page 387

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

  • Page 388

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

  • Page 389

    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 390

    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 will be pleased with their sincere efforts to re...

  • Page 391

    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 392

    Service manuals these comprehensive service manuals provide the infor- mation that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain- ing, servicing, and repairing fca us llc vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system, and/or compo...

  • Page 393

    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 394

    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...

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    Index 10

  • Page 396

    Adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .342 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .256 airbag. . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 397

    Fluid type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .347, 375 gear ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196 special additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .348 battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334 keyless transmitte...

  • Page 398

    Checks, safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 child restraints booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 399

    Dipsticks automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .348 oil (engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .328 power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209 disabled vehicle towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318 disposal antifreeze (en...

  • Page 400

    Fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192 flooded, starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192 fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253, 372 jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .310 oil . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 401

    Freeing a stuck vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253 adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258 additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .256 clean air . ...

  • Page 402

    Hazard driving through flowing, rising, or shallow standing water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206 hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .279 headlights cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354 high beam . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 403

    Key, replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 key, sentry (immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 lane change assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 lap/shoulder be...

  • Page 404

    Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368 tire pressure monitoring (tpms) . . . . . . . . . . . .137 traction control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 turn signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70, 94 wait to start . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 405

    Occupant restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 octane rating, gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253 odometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 oil change indica...

  • Page 406

    Pretensioners seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 radial ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237 radiator cap (coolant pressure cap) . . . . . . . . . . .343 radio operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 rear came...

  • Page 407

    Lap/shoulder belt untwisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 seat belt pretensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 seat belt reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 408

    Speedometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192 engine fails to start ...

  • Page 409

    Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247 safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222, 234 sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224 snow tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238 spinning . . ....

  • Page 410

    Turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 uniform tire quality grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .391 unleaded gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253 untwisting procedure, seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 upholstery care . . . . . ...

  • Page 411

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

  • Page 412

    P r o m a s t e r o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2 0 1 4 2014 promaster 14vf-126-af sixth edition printed in u.S.A. Fca us llc.