2016 Townandcountry
2016 Townandcountry
2016 Townandcountry
OWNER’S MANUAL
Town & Country
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of
With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op-
US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a
Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore. description of features and equipment that are no longer
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of disregard any features and equipment described in this
accidents. manual that are not on this vehicle.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes in design
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are and specifications, and/or make additions to or improve-
drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non- ments to its products without imposing any obligation
drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public trans- upon itself to install them on products previously manu-
portation. factured.
WARNING!
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident.
Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are
slower, and your judgment is impaired when you
have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
Copyright © 2015 FCA US LLC
SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
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CONTENTS
䡵 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . . . . . .6
䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . .7
䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
4 INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC
nicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about
vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman-
your satisfaction.
ship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials
that are traditional to our vehicles. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint contains the information you desire.
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
tions and recommendations in this manual will help The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. contains a complete listing of all subjects.
NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it Consult the following table for a description of the
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc- symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
ing and remain with the vehicle when sold. this Owner’s Manual:
INTRODUCTION 5
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6 INTRODUCTION
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against
operating procedures that could result in a collision,
bodily injury and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONS
against procedures that could result in damage to your
vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual,
you may miss important information. Observe all Warn-
ings and Cautions.
WARNING!
• Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake
fully when parked to guard against vehicle move-
ment and possible injury or damage.
• When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
Emergency Key Removal fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. If
NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, always make
into the lock cylinder with either side up. sure the keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode,
remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the
Removing Key Fob From Ignition vehicle.
Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the
OFF position and then remove the Key Fob. (Continued)
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Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho-
CAUTION! (Continued)
rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob
problems and loss of security protection. 2
is one that has never been programmed.
All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer sys-
been programmed to the vehicle electronics. tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the
authorized dealer.
Replacement Keys
Customer Key Programming
NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be
vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it performed at an authorized dealer.
cannot be reprogrammed to any other vehicle. General Information
WARNING! (Continued)
• Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake 2
fully when parked to guard against vehicle move-
ment and possible injury or damage.
• When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the
keyless ignition node is in the “OFF” mode, re-
move the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the
vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
Sliding Door Lock be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
WARNING! seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
• For personal security and safety in the event of a warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as or the gear selector.
well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children, and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
A child could operate power windows, other con-
trols, or move the vehicle.
• Avoid high impacts against the door stop when open- Power Sliding Side Door — If Equipped
ing the door. This is very important when your vehicle The power sliding door may be opened or
is parked on an incline as the door will slide faster in closed manually or by using the buttons on the
the downhill direction. RKE transmitter, overhead console switch, or
• There is a hold-open latch that is activated when the rear door switch. Pulling the inside or outside
sliding door is fully opened. This latch will keep your power sliding door handle will also power open or close
sliding door open on any incline. To close the sliding the power sliding door.
door after the hold-open latch is activated, you must
rock the inside handle forward or pull outward on the
exterior handle.
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NOTE: Pulling the outside power sliding door handle a
second time while the sliding door is power opening or
power closing will allow the sliding door to be opened or
closed manually.
Push the button on the RKE transmitter twice within five
seconds to open a power sliding door. When the door is
fully open, pushing the button twice within five seconds
a second time will close the door.
There are power sliding side door switches located on the
B-pillar trim panel, just in front of the power sliding door
for the rear seat passengers and in the overhead console
for the driver and passengers. Pushing the switch once Power Sliding Door Switch
will open the power sliding door. If the switch is pushed If the inside or outside door handles are used while the
while the door is under a power cycle, the door will power sliding side door is activated, the power sliding
reverse direction. door feature will be canceled and will go into manual
NOTE: The power sliding side door must be unlocked mode.
before the power sliding door switches will operate. To avoid unintentional operation of the power sliding
doors from the rear seats, push the power sliding door
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53
master lock button, located in the overhead console, to door switch is pushed. To close the door, wait until it
disable the switches and handles for the rear seat is fully open and then push the switch again.
passengers.
• If the power sliding door encounters multiple obstruc- 2
NOTE: tions within the same cycle, the system will automati-
cally stop, the power sliding door motor will make a
• The power sliding side door switches will not open the
clicking sound until the door has no further move-
power sliding door if the shift lever is in gear or the
ment. This clicking sound can be stopped by pulling
vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). To close the
the inside or outside handle. If this condition occurs,
power sliding door with the shift lever in gear and
no damage is done to the power sliding door motor.
vehicle speed at 0 mph (0 km/h), the brake must be
The power sliding door must be opened or closed
pushed.
manually.
• If anything obstructs the power sliding side door while
it is closing or opening, the door will automatically WARNING!
reverse to the closed or open position, provided it
meets sufficient resistance. You, or others, could be injured if caught in the path
of the sliding door. Make sure the door path is clear
• If the power sliding side door is not in the full open or before closing the door.
close position, it will fully open when a power sliding
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Power Sliding Side Door Open Flash You can turn the feature back on by repeating the
previous procedure.
The left and right exterior hazard lights will flash for 12
seconds when either sliding door is opened. This will Power Sliding Side Door Power Switch
alert other drivers in the area that passenger(s) could be
To provide a safer environment for small children riding
entering or exiting the vehicle.
in the rear seats, the second row sliding door switches
The Sliding Side Door Open Flash can be enabled or and handles may be overridden by pushing the OFF side
disabled by performing the following procedure: of the Power Switch located in the front overhead con-
sole.
1. Place the Key Fob in the ignition switch.
When the power sliding door power switch is in the OFF
2. Cycle the ignition switch from ON/RUN to OFF five
position, the power sliding side door may not be opened
times ending in the ON/RUN position (do not start
or closed by pushing the switch located on the B-pillar
the engine).
trim panel, just in front of the sliding door or activating
3. Within 10 seconds of the final cycle, push the HAZ- the inside power sliding door handle.
ARD switch ON.
4. A single chime will sound to signify that you have
successfully completed the programming.
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Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock
To provide a safer environment for small children riding
in the rear seats, the sliding doors are equipped with a 2
Child Protection Door Lock system.
NOTE: When the Child Protection Door Lock system is
engaged, the door can be opened only by using the
outside door handle even though the inside door lock is
in the unlocked position.
To Engage The Child Protection Door Lock
1. Open the sliding side door.
Overhead Console Power Sliding Door Power Switch
1 — Left Sliding Door
2 — Liftgate
3 — Right Sliding Door
4 — Power Switch
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2. Slide the Child Protection Door Lock control inward NOTE:
(toward the vehicle) to engage the Child Protection
• After engaging the Child Protection Door Lock, always
Door Lock.
test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the
desired position.
• When the Child Protection Door Lock system is en-
gaged, (even if the inside door lock is in the unlocked
position) the door can be opened only by using the
outside door handle, the RKE transmitter, the switches
on the overhead console or the switches located on the
trim panel just in front of the power sliding door.
• The power sliding side door will operate from the
switches located on the B-pillar trim panel, just in front
of the power sliding door, regardless of the Child
Protection Door Lock lever position. To avoid unin-
Child Protection Door Lock
tentional operation of the power sliding door from
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite sliding door. the rear seats, push the “OFF” Master Lock Out
Switch located in the front overhead console, next to
the driver.
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NOTE:
WARNING!
• After setting the Child Protection Door Lock system,
Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision. always test the door from the inside to make certain it 2
Remember that the sliding doors can only be opened is in the desired position.
from the outside door handle or the switches located
on the B-Pillar trim panel just in front of the power • The power sliding side door switches will not open the
sliding door when the Child Protection Door Locks power sliding doors if the vehicle is in gear or the
are engaged. vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h).
To Disengage The Child Protection Door Lock • The power sliding door will operate from the outside
door handle, the RKE transmitter, the switches on the
1. Open the sliding side door. overhead console, or the switches located on the
2. Slide the Child Protection Door Lock control outward B-pillar trim panel, just in front of the power sliding
(away from the vehicle) to disengage the Child Pro- door when the shift lever is in PARK, regardless of the
tection Door Lock. child lock lever position.
NOTE:
• If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is
closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically
reverse to the closed or open position, provided it
meets sufficient resistance.
• There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the
Rear Power Liftgate Switch
liftgate opening. Light pressure anywhere along these
When the RKE transmitter button is pushed and the strips will cause the liftgate to return to the open
Flash Lights feature is enabled, the tail lights will flash position.
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• During power operation, whether liftgate is fully open (62°C). Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice
or fully closed, the liftgate chime will beep several from the liftgate before pushing any of the power
times indicating power operation is in progress. liftgate buttons. 2
• The power liftgate must be in the full open or close • If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions
positions for any of the buttons to operate. If the within the same cycle, the system will automatically
liftgate is not in the full open or close positions, it must stop and must be opened or closed manually.
be opened or closed manually.
• In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an
• If the liftgate release button is activated while the emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open
power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will reverse to the the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be
full open position. accessed through a snap-in cover located on the lift-
gate trim panel.
• The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the shift
lever is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph • If the liftgate is left open for an extended period of
(0 km/h). time, the liftgate may need to be closed manually to
reset power liftgate functionality.
• The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures
below −12°F (−24°C) or temperatures above 143°F
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OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
WARNING!
Some of the most important safety features in your
• Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous vehicle are the restraint systems:
exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your
passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep • Seat Belt Systems
the liftgate closed when you are operating the • Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags
vehicle.
• If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, • Supplemental Active Head Restraints
make sure that all windows are closed, and the • Child Restraints
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
Do not use the recirculation mode. Important Safety Precautions
Please pay close attention to the information in this
Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.
section. It tells you how to use your restraint system
However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera-
properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as
ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when
possible.
opening the liftgate in cold weather.
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Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the 5. You should read the instructions provided with your
risk of harm from a deploying air bag: child restraint to make sure that you are using it
properly. 2
1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride
buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat. 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and
shoulder belts properly.
2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing
child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, 7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved
move the seat as far back as possible and use the back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front
proper child restraint. (Refer to “Child Restraints”) Air Bags room to inflate.
3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle 8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your
seat belt properly (Refer to ⬙Child Restraints⬙) should vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the
be secured in a vehicle with a rear seat in child side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space
restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older chil- between occupants and the door and occupants could
dren who do not use child restraints or belt- be injured.
positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled
9. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be
up in a vehicle with a rear seat.
modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact
4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided
them or under their arm. under ⬙If You Need Assistance.⬙
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ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the
WARNING!
inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should
• Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of be belted at all times.
an air bag. A deploying passenger Advanced Front Driver And Passenger BeltAlert (If Equipped)
Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child
12 years or younger, including a child in a rear- BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver
facing child restraint. and outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with
• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) to buckle
with a rear seat. their seat belts. The Belt Alert feature is active when-
ever the ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN
Seat Belt Systems position.
Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even Initial Indication
on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver
and could cause a collision that includes you. This can If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first
happen far away from home or on your own street. turned to the START or ON/RUN position, an intermittent
chime will signal for a few seconds. If the driver or
Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard
can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled when the
of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown ignition switch is first turned to the START or ON/RUN
from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of
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position the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and Change Of Status
remain on until both outboard front seat belts are buckled.
If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if
The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active 2
equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert)
when an outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied.
unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling,
BeltAlert Warning Sequence the BeltAlert warning sequence will begin until the seat
belts are buckled again.
The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the
vehicle is moving above a specified vehicle speed range The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active
and the driver or outboard front seat passenger is un- when the outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied.
buckled (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or heavy
BeltAlert). The BeltAlert warning sequence starts by object is on the outboard front passenger seat or when the
blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an seat is folded flat (if equipped). It is recommended that
intermittent chime. Once the BeltAlert warning sequence pets be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped) in pet
has completed, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will remain harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts,
on until the seat belts are buckled. The BeltAlert warning and cargo is properly stowed.
sequence may repeat based on vehicle speed until the
BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your autho-
driver and occupied outboard front seat passenger seat
rized dealer. FCA US LLC does not recommend deacti-
belts are buckled. The driver should instruct all occu-
vating BeltAlert.
pants to buckle their seat belts.
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NOTE: If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver
WARNING!
or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with out-
board front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled the • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more
Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work
the driver and outboard front seat passenger seat belts with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In
are buckled. some collisions, the air bags won’t deploy at all.
Lap/Shoulder Belts Always wear your seat belt even though you have
air bags.
All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer
lap/shoulder belts. much greater injuries if you are not properly buck-
The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very led up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or
sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoul- other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the
der part of the seat belt to move freely with you under vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your
normal conditions. However, in a collision the seat belt vehicle are buckled up properly.
will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or
vehicle or being thrown out of the vehicle. outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in
these areas are more likely to be seriously injured
or killed.
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Pulling Out The Latch Plate Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle
3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”
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4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and
across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort-
slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will
belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt.
plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces
6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the
the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision.
buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its
stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate
down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract
fully.
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/
shoulder belt.
1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the
anchor point.
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the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. If a rear
WARNING! (Continued)
impact requires deployment, both the driver and front
only used to install rear-facing or forward-facing passenger seat AHRs will be deployed.
child restraints that have a harness for restraining 2
the child. When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half
of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap
Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR.
This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the
These head restraints are passive, deployable compo-
extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in
nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily
certain types of rear impacts.
identified by any markings, only through visual inspec-
tion of the head restraint. The head restraint will be split NOTE: The Active Head Restraints (AHR) may or may
in two halves, with the front half being soft foam and not deploy in the event of a front or side impact.
trim, the back half being decorative plastic. However if during a front impact, a secondary rear
impact occurs, the AHR may deploy based on the sever-
How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work
ity and type of the impact.
The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines
whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require
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WARNING!
• All occupants, including the driver, should not
operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the
head restraints are placed in their proper positions
in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the
event of a collision.
• Do not place items over the top of the Active Head
Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable
DVD players. These items may interfere with the
operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event
of a collision and could result in serious injury or
Active Head Restraint (AHR) Components death.
1 — Head Restraint Front Half (Soft Foam and Trim) • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are
2 — Seatback struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose
3 — Head Restraint Back Half (Decorative Plastic Rear Cover) cargo. To avoid accidental deployment of the Ac-
4 — Head Restraint Guide Tubes
tive Head Restraint ensure that all cargo is secured,
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US LLC dealer must reset the AHRs on the driver’s and
WARNING! (Continued)
front passenger’s seat before driving. Personally attempt-
as loose cargo could contact the Active Head Re- ing to reset the AHRs may result in damage to the AHRs
straint during sudden stops. Failure to follow this 2
that could impair their function.
warning could cause personal injury if the Active
Head Restraint is deployed.
WARNING!
• Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument 2
panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment
could cause serious injury, including death. Air
bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably
extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or
instrument panel.
• Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of
an air bag. A deploying Passenger Advanced Front
Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child
12 years or younger, including a child in a rear-
facing child restraint.
Advanced Front Air Bag And Knee Impact Bolster • Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle
Locations with a rear seat.
1 — Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bags
2 — Passenger Knee Impact Bolster
3 — Driver Knee Impact Bolster/Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
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Advanced Front Air Bag Features
WARNING!
The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage
driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides • No objects should be placed over or near the air bag
output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as on the instrument panel or steering wheel, because
determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is
which may receive information from the front impact in a collision severe enough to cause the air bags to
sensors or other system components. inflate.
• Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers
The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an or attempt to open them manually. You may damage
impact that requires air bag deployment. A low energy the air bags and you could be injured because the air
output is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy bags may no longer be functional. The protective
output is used for more severe collisions. covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open
This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front only when the air bags are inflating.
passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more
the driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled. The seat severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with
belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some
Advanced Front Air Bags. collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear
your seat belts even though you have air bags.
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Advanced Front Air Bag Operation Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli-
Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position,
tional protection by supplementing the seat belts. Ad- away from an inflating air bag. 2
vanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad-
of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions. The Ad- vanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A large
vanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all frontal quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the
collisions, including some that may produce substantial Advanced Front Air Bags.
vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions,
truck underrides, and angle offset collisions. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right
side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the
On the other hand, depending on the type and location of way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The Advanced
impact, Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes Front Air Bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to
with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a blink your eyes. The air bags then quickly deflate while
severe initial deceleration. helping to restrain the driver and front passenger.
Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration
over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are
not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should
have deployed.
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Knee Impact Bolsters Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver
driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the
pants for improved interaction with the Advanced Front steering column. The Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
Air Bags. provides enhanced protection during a frontal impact by
working together with the seat belts, pretensioners, and
WARNING! Advanced Front Air Bags.
• Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee impact Supplemental Side Air Bags
bolsters in any way. Your vehicle is equipped with two types of side air bags:
• Do not mount any accessories to the knee impact
bolsters such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band 1. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs):
radios, etc. Located in the outboard side of the front seats. The
SABs are marked with a “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIR-
BAG” label sewn into the outboard side of the seats.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89
through the seat seam into the space between the occupant
and the door. The SAB moves at a very high speed and
with such a high force that it could injure occupants if they 2
are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the
area where the SAB inflates. Children are at an even greater
risk of injury from a deploying air bag.
WARNING!
Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects
between you and the Side Air Bags; the performance
could be adversely affected and/or objects could be
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag Label pushed into you, causing serious injury.
The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury
2. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains
during certain side impacts and/or vehicle rollover
(SABICs): Located above the side windows. The trim
events, in addition to the injury reduction potential
covering the SABICs is labeled “SRS AIRBAG” or
provided by the seat belts and body structure.
“AIRBAG.”
When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the outboard
side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB deploys
90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and
body structure.
The SABICs deploy downward, covering the side win-
dows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the
trim out of the way and covers the window. The SABICs
inflate with enough force to injure occupants if they are
not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned
in the area where the SABICs inflate. Children are at an
even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag.
The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or
complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side
windows in certain rollover or side impact events.
(Continued) (Continued)
98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts
WARNING! (Continued)
were buckled/fastened;
authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved
seat accessories may be used. If it is necessary to • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the
modify the air bag system for persons with dis- accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
abilities, contact your authorized dealer. • How fast the vehicle was traveling.
Event Data Recorder (EDR) These data can help provide a better understanding of
the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a
certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per-
assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per- sonal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location)
formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to are recorded. However, other parties, such as law en-
vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of forcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle personally identifying data routinely acquired during a
is designed to record such data as: crash investigation.
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating; To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is
required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99
In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties,
WARNING!
such as law enforcement, that have the special equip-
ment, can read the information if they have access to the In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a 2
vehicle or the EDR. projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to
Child Restraints hold even an infant on your lap could become so
great that you could not hold the child, no matter
Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all how strong you are. The child and others could be
times, including babies and children. badly injured. Any child riding in your vehicle
Every state in the United States, and every Canadian should be in a proper restraint for the child’s size.
province, requires that small children ride in proper
There are different sizes and types of restraints for
restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be pros-
children from newborn size to the child almost large
ecuted for ignoring it.
enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child
Children 12 years or younger should ride properly seat Owner’s Manual to make sure you have the correct
buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash seat for your child. Carefully read and follow all the
statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in instructions and warnings in the child restraint Owner’s
the rear seats rather than in the front. Manual and on all the labels attached to the child
restraint.
100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has • Canadian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s
a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety website for additional information: www.tc.gc.ca/eng/
Standards. You should also make sure that you can install motorvehiclesafety/safedrivers-childsafety-index-53.htm
it in the vehicle where you will use it.
NOTE:
• For additional information, refer to www.seatcheck.org
or call 1-866-732-8243.
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
WARNING! WARNING!
Do not install a rear-facing car seat using a rear support
• Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of
leg in this vehicle. The floor of this vehicle is not
an air bag. A deploying passenger Advanced Front
designed to manage the crash forces of this type of car
Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child
seat. In a crash, the support leg may not function as it
12 years or younger, including a child in a rear- was designed by the car seat manufacturer, and your
facing child restraint. child may be more severely injured as a result.
• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle
with a rear seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103
Older Children And Child Restraints
WARNING!
Children who are two years old or who have outgrown
their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- • Improper installation can lead to failure of an 2
facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a
convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direc- collision. The child could be badly injured or
tion are for children who are over two years old or who killed. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of directions exactly when installing an infant or
their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should child restraint.
remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for • After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle, do
as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward
allowed by the child seat. because it can loosen the child restraint attach-
ments. Remove the child restraint before adjusting
All children whose weight or height is above the
the vehicle seat position. When the vehicle seat has
forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a
been adjusted, reinstall the child restraint.
belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts
• When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in
fit properly. If the child cannot sit with knees bent over
the vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchor-
the vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s back is against
ages, or remove it from the vehicle. Do not leave it
the seatback, they should use a belt-positioning booster
loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or accident, it
seat. The child and belt-positioning booster seat are held
in the vehicle by the seat belt. (Continued)
104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching
WARNING! (Continued)
the child’s thighs and not their stomach?
could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause
5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?
serious personal injury.
If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the
Children Too Large For Booster Seats child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the
Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check seat belt fit
comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
over the front of the seat when their back is against the A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of
seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this position. If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck,
simple 5-step test to decide whether the child can use the move the child closer to the center of the vehicle, or use a
vehicle’s seat belt alone: booster seat to position the seat belt on the child correctly.
1. Can the child sit all the way back against the back of
the vehicle seat?
WARNING!
Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an
2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front
arm or behind their back. In a crash, the shoulder belt
of the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the
will not protect a child properly, which may result in
way back?
serious injury or death. A child must always wear both
3. Does the shoulder belt cross the child’s shoulder the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt correctly.
between their neck and arm?
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105
Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints
Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below
2
Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top
Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor
Restraint Only + Top Tether
Anchor
Rear-Facing Up to 65 lbs X X
Child Restraint (29.5 kg)
Rear-Facing More than X
Child Restraint 65 lbs (29.5 kg)
Forward-Facing Up to 65 lbs X X
Child Restraint (29.5 kg)
Forward-Facing More than X
Child Restraint 65 lbs (29.5 kg)
106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren seating position. These anchorages are used to install
(LATCH) Restraint System LATCH-equipped child seats without using the vehicle’s
seat belts. Some seating positions may have a top tether
anchorage but no lower anchorages. In these seating
positions, the seat belt must be used with the top tether
anchorage to install the child restraint. Please see the
following table for more information.
If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat
belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have to any location in front of the car seat, including the
trouble tightening the seat belt. If this happens, discon- seat frame or a tether anchorage. Only attach the
nect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short tether strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether
buckle-end belt up to three full turns to shorten it. Insert anchorage that is approved for that seating position,
the latch plate into the buckle with the release button located behind the top of the vehicle seat. See the
facing out, away from the child restraint. Repeat steps 4 section “Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
to 6, above, to complete the installation of the child
restraint. (Continued)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 121
2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path
WARNING! (Continued)
for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If
(LATCH) Restraint System” for the location of ap- your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head
proved tether anchorages in your vehicle. 2
restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible,
route the tether strap under the head restraint and
between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head
restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard
side of the head restraint.
3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to
the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram.
1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to
4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child
install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage.
restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
You may need to move the seat forward to provide
better access to the tether anchorage. If there is no top
tether anchorage for that seating position, move the
child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one
is available.
122 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Rear Seat Tether Strap Mounting (Second Row Tether Strap Anchorages (Third Row 60/40 Anchorage
Anchorage Shown) Shown)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 123
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
WARNING!
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
• An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. 2
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
tether strap. 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat, While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
opening between the seatbacks as you remove Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
slack in the strap. mental and should be avoided.
Transporting Pets The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For
a collision. the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle.”
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
124 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CAUTION! WARNING!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil • Do not leave children or animals inside parked
in the engine or damage may result. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
should be considered a normal part of the break-in and riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
not interpreted as a problem. injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
SAFETY TIPS
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
Transporting Passengers belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
using a seat belt properly.
AREA.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 125
Exhaust Gas
WARNING! (Continued)
WARNING! • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling 2
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. blower at high speed.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
follow these safety tips: the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
• Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in system.
confined areas any longer than needed to move Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
your vehicle in or out of the area. system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
• If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/ vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
rear doors open, make sure that all windows are damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
mode. seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
(Continued) inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
126 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as
Vehicle soon as possible. This light will illuminate with a
single chime when a fault with the Air Bag Warning
Seat Belts
Light has been detected, it will stay on until the fault
Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for is cleared. If the light comes on intermittently or
cuts, frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be remains on while driving, have an authorized dealer
replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the service the vehicle immediately. Refer to “Occupant
system. Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your
Vehicle” for further information.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after Defroster
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding seat
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
belt or retractor condition, replace the seat belt.
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
Air Bag Warning Light authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper-
The Air Bag warning light will turn on for four to able.
eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch Floor Mat Safety Information
is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on
Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your
during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving,
vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 127
unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they
WARNING! (Continued)
cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways. mats and other coverings will reduce the size of the
pedal area and interfere with the pedals. 2
WARNING! • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always
properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have
Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of been removed for cleaning.
vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the
sonal injury. driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob-
• Always make sure that floor mats are properly jects can become trapped under the brake pedal
attached to the floor mat fasteners. and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle
• Never place or install floor mats or other floor control.
coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly • If required, mounting posts must be properly in-
secured to prevent them from moving and interfer- stalled, if not equipped from the factory.
ing with the pedals or the ability to control the Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or
vehicle. mounting can cause interference with the brake
• Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of
of already installed floor mats. Additional floor control of the vehicle.
(Continued)
128 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches
The Vehicle Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.
Tires Fluid Leaks
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks, and bulges.
equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected. The cause
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires
should be located and corrected immediately.
(including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS 3
䡵 MIRRORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 ▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory
Seat Only) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped . . . .136
▫ Power Folding Mirrors — If Equipped. . . . . . .140
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . .136
▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . .141
▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
䡵 BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF
▫ Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142
Mirror — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
▫ Rear Cross Path (RCP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147
▫ Outside Mirrors Folding Feature . . . . . . . . . .138
▫ Modes Of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149
▫ Power Mirrors — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .138
▫ General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . .139
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
䡵 UCONNECT PHONE — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . .151 ▫ Power Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188
▫ Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 ▫ Power Lumbar — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .191
▫ Phone Call Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 ▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .191
▫ Uconnect Phone Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 ▫ Manual Front/Second Row Seat Adjuster . . . .194
▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . .169 ▫ Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped . . . . . .195
▫ Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect ▫ Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
▫ Stow ’n Go Seating — If Equipped . . . . . . . . .200
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
▫ Quad Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
䡵 VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . .181
▫ Second Row Bench Seat — If Equipped . . . . . .212
▫ Voice Command System Operation . . . . . . . . .181
▫ Third Row Power Recline — If Equipped. . . . .213
▫ Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183
▫ Third Row Power Folding Seat — If
▫ Voice Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187 Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
䡵 SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187 ▫ Manually Folding Third Row Seats — If
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131
▫ Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer Hooks. . . . . . . . .219 ▫ Lights-On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227
䡵 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED . . . .219 ▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped . . . . .227
▫ Programming The Memory Feature . . . . . . . . .220 ▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . .228
3
▫ Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless ▫ Dimmer Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228
Entry Transmitter To Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
▫ Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230
▫ Memory Position Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222
▫ Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231
▫ Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory
▫ Lane Change Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231
Seat Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222
▫ High/Low Beam Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231
䡵 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD . . . . . . . . .224
▫ Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232
䡵 LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225
▫ Automatic High Beam — If Equipped . . . . . .232
▫ Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225
▫ Battery Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped . . . . . . .226
䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS . . . . . .234
▫ Headlights On With Wipers — If Equipped . . .226
▫ Intermittent Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235
▫ Headlight Delay — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . .226
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 ▫ To Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .244
▫ Windshield Washers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .244
▫ Mist Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 ▫ To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .246
▫ Rear Wiper And Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236 䡵 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped . . . . . . . .236
▫ ParkSense Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247
䡵 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN . . .238
▫ ParkSense Warning Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247
䡵 HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239 ▫ ParkSense Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .248
䡵 ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . .240 ▫ Enabling/Disabling ParkSense . . . . . . . . . . . .252
䡵 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF ▫ Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252
▫ To Activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .243 ▫ Cleaning The ParkSense System . . . . . . . . . . .253
▫ To Set A Desired Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .243 ▫ ParkSense System Usage Precautions . . . . . . . .253
▫ To Deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .244
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133
䡵 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF ▫ Using HomeLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .268
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255
▫ Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .269
䡵 OVERHEAD CONSOLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .257
▫ Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .269
▫ Front Overhead Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .257 3
▫ General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270
▫ Courtesy/Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258
䡵 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . .270
▫ Sunglass Storage (Non-Sunroof Only) . . . . . . .258
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272
▫ Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights — If
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode . . . . . . . . .272
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .260
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272
▫ Rear Overhead Consoles — If Equipped . . . . .260
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . .272
䡵 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .261
▫ Pinch Protect Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink . . .263
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273
▫ Programming A Rolling Code . . . . . . . . . . . . .263
▫ Sunshade Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code . . . . . . . . .265
▫ Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming . . . . . .267
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
▫ Sunroof Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273 ▫ Door Trim Panel Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .285
▫ Ignition Off Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274 ▫ Driver Seatback Storage — If Equipped . . . . . .285
䡵 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS — IF ▫ Umbrella Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274
▫ Second Row Floor Storage Bins . . . . . . . . . . . .286
䡵 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED. . . . . . . . .278
▫ Storage Bin Safety Warning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288
䡵 CUPHOLDERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .280
▫ Center And Rear Overhead Console
▫ Instrument Panel Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . .280 Storage — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289
▫ Super Console — If Equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . .281 ▫ Coat Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290
▫ Premium Console Cupholders — If ▫ Cargo Area Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282
䡵 CONSOLE FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291
▫ Interior Bottle Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282
▫ Basic Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291
▫ Smoker’s Package Kit — If Equipped . . . . . . .283
▫ Premium Console — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . .292
䡵 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283
▫ Super Console — If Equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . .296
▫ Glove Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135
䡵 REAR WINDOW FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 䡵 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED . . . .299
▫ Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 ▫ Deploying The Crossbars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300
䡵 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF 䡵 SUN SCREENS — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . .305
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299 3
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
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 (toward the
rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while
set in the day position (toward the windshield).
Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight
overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside convex
Automatic Dimming Mirror 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
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138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
• Full rearward position
WARNING! (Continued)
other object. Use your inside mirror when judging • Normal position
the size or distance of a vehicle seen in a side convex Power Mirrors — If Equipped
mirror.
The power mirror controls are located on the driver-side
Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If door trim panel.
Equipped
The driver’s outside mirror will automatically adjust for
glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is controlled
by the inside automatic dimming mirror and will auto-
matically adjust for headlight glare when the inside
mirror adjusts.
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either
forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have
three detent positions:
• Full forward position Power Mirror Controls
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139
The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
mirror, push either the L (left) or R (right) to select the feature can be activated whenever you turn on the
mirror that you want to adjust. rear window defroster (if equipped). Refer to “Rear
3
NOTE: A light in the selected button will illuminate Window Features” in “Understanding The Features Of
indicating the mirror is activated and can be adjusted. Your Vehicle” for further information.
Using the mirror control switch, push on any of the four Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory
arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to Seat Only) — If Equipped
move. Tilt Mirrors in Reverse provides automatic outside mirror
Left and Right side power mirror preselected positions positioning which will aid the drivers view of the ground
can be controlled by the optional Driver Memory Seat rearward of the front doors. The driver’s outside mirror
Feature. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Understand- will move slightly downward from the present position
ing The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE. The driver’s
outside mirror will then return to the original position
when the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE position.
Each stored memory setting will have an associated Tilt
Mirrors in Reverse position.
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE: The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not enabled
when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Mirrors in
Reverse feature can be enabled or disabled in the Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Power Folding Mirrors — If Equipped
The switch for the power folding mirrors is located
between the power mirror switches L (left) and R (right).
Push the switch once and the mirrors will fold in,
pushing the switch a second time will return the mirrors
to the normal driving position. Power Folding Mirror Switch
NOTE: If the vehicle speed is greater than 10 mph
(16 km/h) the folding feature will be disabled.
If the mirrors are in the folded position, and vehicle
speed is equal or greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), they
will automatically unfold.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141
Resetting The Power Folding Outside Mirrors Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped
You may need to reset the power folding mirrors if the An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor.
following occurs: To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing
the mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automati-
• The mirrors are accidentally blocked while folding. 3
cally. Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.
• The mirrors are accidentally manually folded/
unfolded.
• The mirrors come out of the unfolded position.
• The mirrors shake and vibrate at normal driving
speeds.
To reset the power folding mirrors: Fold and unfold them
by pushing the button. (this may require multiple button
pushes). This resets them to their normal position.
Illuminated Mirror
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BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF
EQUIPPED
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar-
based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to
detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks,
motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the
rear/front/side of the vehicle.
Rear Monitoring
Overtaking Traffic
If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed
Overtaking/Approaching
of less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in
the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are
stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in
berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert adjacent lanes.
on such objects. This is normal operation and your
vehicle does not require service.
Stationary Objects
Overtaking/Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147
WARNING! (Continued)
system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy-
clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped
with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s 3
mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn
signal before changing lanes. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.
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148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can
be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the
sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the
system will not be able to alert the driver.
When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the
driver is alerted using both the visual and audible
alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
WARNING!
RCP is not a Back Up Aid system. It is intended to be
used to help a driver detect an oncoming vehicle in a
RCP Detection Zones parking lot situation. Drivers must be careful when
RCP monitors the rear detection zones on both sides of backing up, even when using RCP. Always check
the vehicle, for objects that are moving toward the side of carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and
the vehicle with a minimum speed of approximately be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other
3 mph (5 km/h), to objects moving a maximum of vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots before back-
approximately 20 mph (32 km/h), such as in parking lot ing up. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or
situations. death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149
Modes Of Operation Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime
Modes Of Operation With EVIC When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime mode,
the BSM system will provide a visual alert in the appro-
Three selectable modes of operation are available in the
priate side view mirror based on a detected object. If the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to 3
turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal
alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime
Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under-
will also be sounded. Whenever a turn signal and de-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
tected object are present on the same side at the same
Blind Spot Alert Lights Only time, both the visual and audio alerts will be issued. In
When operating in Blind Spot Alert mode, the BSM addition to the audible alert the radio (if on) volume will
system will provide a visual alert in the appropriate side be reduced.
view mirror based on a detected object. However, when NOTE:
the system is operating in RCP, the system will respond
• Whenever an audible alert is requested by the BSM
with both visual and audible alerts when a detected
system, the radio volume is reduced.
object is present. Whenever an audible alert is requested,
the radio volume is reduced. • If the hazard flashers are on, the system will request
the appropriate visual alert only.
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When the system is in RCP, the system shall respond with General Information
both visual and audible alerts when a detected object is This vehicle has systems that operate on radio frequency
present. Whenever an audible alert is requested, the radio that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications
volume is reduced. Turn/hazard signal status is ignored; Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada
the RCP state always requests the chime. Standards RSS- GEN/210/220/310.
Blind Spot Alert Off Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
When the BSM system is turned off there will be no
1. The device may not cause harmful interference.
visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP
systems. 2. The device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired op-
NOTE: The BSM system will store the current operating
eration of the device.
mode when the vehicle is shut off. Each time the vehicle
is started the previously stored mode will be recalled and Changes or modifications to any of these systems by
used. other than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151
UCONNECT PHONE — IF EQUIPPED Uconnect Phone allows you to transfer calls between the
system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your
Uconnect Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-
vehicle communications system. Uconnect Phone allows vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s microphone
you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone for private conversation.
using simple voice commands (e.g., “Call” ѧ “Mike” ѧ The Uconnect Phone is driven through your Bluetooth 3
“Work” or “Dial” ѧ “248-555-1212”). Your mobile phone’s “Hands-Free Profile” mobile phone. Uconnect features
audio is transmitted through your vehicle’s audio sys- Bluetooth technology - the global standard that enables
tem; the system will automatically mute your radio when different electronic devices to connect to each other
using the Uconnect Phone. without wires or a docking station, so Uconnect Phone
NOTE: The Uconnect Phone requires a mobile phone works no matter where you stow your mobile phone (be
equipped with the Bluetooth “Hands-Free Profile,” Ver- it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone
sion 0.96 or higher. See the Uconnect website for sup- is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s
ported phones. Uconnect Phone. The Uconnect Phone allows up to seven
mobile phones to be linked to the system. Only one
For Uconnect Customer Support: linked (or paired) mobile phone can be used with the
• U.S. residents - visit UconnectPhone.com or call 1-877- system at a time. The system is available in English,
855-8400. Spanish, or French languages.
• Canadian residents - visit UconnectPhone.com or call,
1-800-465-2001 (English) or 1-800-387-9983 (French).
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Voice Command Button
WARNING!
Actual button location may vary with the ra-
Any voice commanded system should be used only dio. The individual buttons are described in the
in safe driving conditions following all applicable “Operation” section.
laws, including laws regarding phone use. Your at-
tention should be focused on safely operating the The Uconnect Phone can be used with any Hands-Free
vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision Profile certified Bluetooth mobile phone. See the
causing serious injury or death. Uconnect website for supported phones. Refer to your
mobile service provider or the phone manufacturer for
Uconnect Phone Button details.
The radio or steering wheel controls (if The Uconnect Phone is fully integrated with the vehicle’s
equipped) will contain the two control buttons audio system. The volume of the Uconnect Phone can be
(Uconnect Phone button and Voice Com- adjusted either from the radio volume control knob or
mand button) that will enable you to from the steering wheel radio control (right switch), if so
access the system. When you push the button you will equipped.
hear the word Uconnect followed by a BEEP. The beep
is your signal to give a command. The radio display will be used for visual prompts from
the Uconnect Phone such as “CELL” or caller ID on
certain radios.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153
Operation part of the command when you are asked for it. For
example, you can use the compound form voice com-
Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect
mand “Phonebook New Entry,” or you can break the
Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone
compound form command into two voice commands:
menu structure. Voice commands are required after most
“Phonebook” and “New Entry.” Please remember, the 3
Uconnect Phone prompts. You will be prompted for a
Uconnect Phone works best when you talk in a normal
specific command and then guided through the available
conversational tone, as if speaking to someone sitting a
options.
few feet/meters away from you.
• Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for the
Voice Command Tree
beep, which follows the “Ready” prompt or another
prompt. Refer to “Voice Tree” in this section.
• For certain operations, compound commands can be Help Command
used. For example, instead of saying “Setup” and then If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to
“Pair a Device,” the following compound command know your options at any prompt, say “Help” following
can be said: “Pair a Bluetooth Device.” the beep. The Uconnect Phone will play some of the
• For each feature explanation in this section, only the options at any prompt if you ask for help.
compound form of the voice command is given. You
can also break the commands into parts and say each
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
To activate the Uconnect Phone, simply push the Phone The following are general phone to Uconnect Phone
button and follow the audible prompts for direc- pairing instructions:
tions. Uconnect Phone sessions begin with a push of
1. Enable Bluetooth on your mobile phone.
the Phone button on the radio control head.
2. Push the Phone button to begin.
Cancel Command
At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and 3. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a “Device Pairing.”
few instances the system will take you back to the 4. When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device”
previous menu. and follow the audible prompts.
Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone • You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Iden-
tification Number (PIN), which you will later need to
To begin using your Uconnect Phone, you must pair your
enter into your mobile phone. You can enter any
compatible Bluetooth enabled mobile phone.
four-digit PIN. You will not need to remember this
To complete the pairing process, you will need to reference PIN after the initial pairing process.
your mobile phone Owner’s Manual. The Uconnect web-
• For identification purposes, you will be prompted to
site may also provide detailed instructions for pairing.
give the Uconnect Phone a name for your mobile
phone. Each mobile phone that is paired should be
given a unique phone name.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155
• You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a Dial By Saying A Number
priority level between one and seven, with one being To dial a number using Voice Command:
the highest priority.
1. Push the Phone button to begin.
You can pair up to seven mobile phones to your Uconnect
3
Phone. However, at any given time, only one mobile phone 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
can be in use, connected to your Uconnect System. The “Dial.”
priority allows the Uconnect Phone to know which mobile • The system will prompt you to say the number you
phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the vehicle at want to call. For example, you can say “234 567 8901.”
the same time. For example, if priority three and priority
five phones are present in the vehicle, the Uconnect Phone The Uconnect Phone will confirm the phone number and
will use the priority three mobile phone when you make a then dial. The number will appear in the display of
call. You can select to use a lower priority mobile phone at certain radios.
any time (refer to “Advanced Phone Connectivity” in this Call By Saying A Name
section for further information).
To call a specific name using Voice Command:
1. Push the Phone button to begin.
2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Call.”
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
• The system will prompt you to say the name of the • To call a name from the Uconnect Phonebook or
person you want to call. downloaded Phonebook, follow the procedure in “Call
by Saying a Name” section.
• For example, you can say “John Doe,” where John
Doe is a previously stored name entry in the • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins
Uconnect phonebook or downloaded phonebook. as soon as the Bluetooth wireless phone connection is
made to the Uconnect Phone, for example, after you
To learn how to store a name in the phonebook, refer to
start the vehicle.
“Add Names to Your Uconnect Phonebook.”
• A maximum of 1,000 entries per phone will be down-
Phonebook Download — Automatic Phonebook
loaded and updated every time a phone is connected
Transfer From Mobile Phone
to the Uconnect Phone.
If equipped and specifically supported by your phone,
Uconnect Phone automatically downloads names (text • Depending on the maximum number of entries down-
names) and number entries from your mobile phone’s loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest
phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail-
Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect able, the previously downloaded phonebook is avail-
website for supported phones. able for use.
• Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile
phone is accessible.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157
• Either the mobile phone’s phonebook or the mobile • Use of long names helps the Voice Command and is
phone’s SIM card phonebook is downloaded. recommended. For example, say “Robert Smith” or
“Robert” instead of “Bob.”
• This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or
deleted on the Uconnect Phone. These can only be 4. When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g.,
3
edited on the mobile phone. The changes are trans- “Home,” “Work,” “Mobile,” or “Other”).
ferred and updated to Uconnect Phone on the next • This will allow you to store multiple numbers for
phone connection. each phonebook entry, if desired.
Add Names To Your Uconnect Phonebook 5. When prompted, recite the phone number for the
NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect Phonebook is phonebook entry that you are adding.
only recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. After you are finished adding an entry into the phone-
To add names to the Uconnect Phonebook using Voice book, you will be given the opportunity to add more
Command: phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the
main menu.
1. Push the Phone button to begin.
The Uconnect Phone will allow you to enter up to 32
2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say names in the phonebook with each name having up to
“Phonebook New Entry.” four associated phone numbers and designations. Each
3. When prompted, say the name of the new entry. language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
only in that language. In addition, if equipped and 3. Select the number designation (home, work, mobile,
supported by your phone, Uconnect Phone automatically or other) that you wish to edit.
downloads your mobile phone’s phonebook.
4. When prompted, recite the new phone number for the
Edit Uconnect Phonebook Entries phonebook entry that you are editing.
NOTE: After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook,
you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in
• Editing names in the phonebook is only recommended
the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return
when the vehicle is not in motion.
to the main menu.
• Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be
“Phonebook Edit Entry” can be used to add another
deleted or edited.
phone number to a name entry that already exists in the
To edit a Uconnect Phonebook entry using Voice Com- phonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have a
mand: mobile and a home number, but you can add “John
Doe’s” work number later using the “Phonebook Edit
1. Push the Phone button to begin.
Entry” feature.
2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Phonebook Edit Entry.”
• You will then be asked for the name of the phone-
book entry that you wish to edit.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159
Delete Uconnect Phonebook Entry to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook
entry that you wish to delete or you can say “List
NOTE:
Names” to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook
• Editing phonebook entries is only recommended when from which you choose. To select one of the entries
the vehicle is not in motion. from the list, push the Voice Command button 3
while the Uconnect Phone is playing the desired
• ONLY the phonebook entry in the current language is
entry and say “Delete.”
deleted.
4. After you enter the name, the Uconnect Phone will ask
• Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be
you which designation you wish to delete: home,
deleted or edited.
work, mobile, other, or all. Say the designation you
To delete a Uconnect Phonebook Entry using Voice wish to delete.
Command:
Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect Phonebook Entries
1. Push the Phone button to begin.
NOTE:
2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Phonebook Delete.” • ONLY the phonebook in the current language is de-
leted.
3. After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will
then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be
deleted or edited.
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
To delete or erase all Uconnect phonebook entries using • The Uconnect Phone will play the names of all the
Voice Command: phonebook entries, including the downloaded
phonebook entries, if available.
1. Push the Phone button to begin.
3. To call one of the names in the list, push the Voice
2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
Command button during the playing of the
“Phonebook Erase All.”
desired name, and say “Call.”
• The Uconnect Phone will ask you to verify that you
• The user can also exercise “Edit” or “Delete” opera-
wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook.
tions at this point.
3. After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be
4. The Uconnect Phone will then prompt you as to the
deleted.
number designation you wish to call.
List All Names In The Uconnect Phonebook
5. The selected number will be dialed.
To list ALL names in the Uconnect Phonebook using
voice Command: Phone Call Features
The following features can be accessed through the
1. Push the Phone button to begin.
Uconnect Phone if the feature(s) are available on your
2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service
“Phonebook List Names.” plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161
accessed through the Uconnect Phone. Check with your NOTE: The Uconnect Phone compatible phones in the
mobile service provider for the features that you have. market today do not support rejecting an incoming call
when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can
Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call
only answer an incoming call or ignore it.
Currently In Progress
3
When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In
Uconnect Phone will interrupt the vehicle audio system, Progress
if on, and will ask if you would like to answer the call. To make a second call while you are currently on a call,
Push the Phone button to accept the call. To reject push the Voice Command button and say “Dial” or
the call, push and hold the Phone button until you “Call” followed by the phone number or phonebook
hear a single beep, indicating that the incoming call entry you wish to call. The first call will be on hold
was rejected. while the second call is in progress. To go back to the
first call, refer to “Toggling Between Calls” in this
Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call
section. To combine two calls, refer to “Conference
Currently In Progress
Call” in this section.
If a call is currently in progress and you have another
incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for
call waiting that you normally hear when using your
mobile phone. Push the Phone button to place the
current call on hold and answer the incoming call.
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Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold Conference Call
To put a call on hold: When two calls are in progress (one active and one on
hold):
1. Push the Phone button until you hear a single
beep. 1. Push and hold the Phone button until you hear a
• This indicates that the call is on hold. double beep, indicating that the two calls have been
joined into one conference call.
• To bring the call back from hold, push and hold the
Phone button until you hear a single beep. Three-Way Calling
Toggling Between Calls To initiate three-way calling, push the Voice Command
button while a call is in progress, and make a
If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), second phone call, as described under “Making a
push the Phone button until you hear a single beep, Second Call While Current Call is in Progress.” After
indicating that the active and hold status of the two the second call has established, push and hold the
calls have switched. Only one call can be placed on Phone button until you hear a double beep, indi-
hold at a time. cating that the two calls have been joined into one
conference call.
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Call Termination NOTE: This may not be the last number dialed from the
Uconnect Phone.
To end a call in progress:
Call Continuation
1. Momentarily push the Phone button.
• Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the 3
is a call on hold, it will become the new active call. If Uconnect Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been
the active call is terminated by the phone far end, a switched to OFF. Call continuation functionality avail-
call on hold may not become active automatically. able on the vehicle can be any one of three types:
This is cell phone-dependent. • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can
2. To bring the call back from hold, push and hold the continue on the Uconnect Phone either until the call
Phone button until you hear a single beep. ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates
cessation of the call on the Uconnect Phone and
Redial transfer of the call to the mobile phone.
• Push the Phone button to begin. • After the ignition key is cycled to OFF, a call can
• After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say continue on the Uconnect Phone for a certain duration,
“Redial.” after which the call is automatically transferred from
the Uconnect Phone to the mobile phone.
• The Uconnect Phone will call the last number that was
dialed from your mobile phone.
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• An active call is automatically transferred to the mo- NOTE: After every Uconnect Phone language change
bile phone after the ignition key is cycled to OFF. operation, only the language-specific 32-name phone-
book is usable. The paired phone name is not language-
Uconnect Phone Features
specific and is usable across all languages.
Language Selection
Emergency Assistance
To change the language that the Uconnect Phone is using:
If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is
• Push the Phone button to begin. reachable:
• After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency
the name of the language you wish to switch to number for your area.
English, Espanol, or Francais.
If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect Phone is
• Continue to follow the system prompts to complete the operational, you may reach the emergency number as
language selection. follows:
After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and • Push the Phone button to begin.
voice commands will be in that language.
• After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Emergency” and the Uconnect Phone will instruct the
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paired mobile phone to call the emergency number.
WARNING!
This feature is supported in the U.S., Canada, and
Mexico. To use your Uconnect Phone System in an emergency,
NOTE: your mobile phone must be:
• Turned on. 3
• The emergency number dialed is based on the country • Paired to the Uconnect System.
where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and • Have network coverage.
Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may
not be applicable with the available mobile service and Roadside Assistance/Towing Assistance
area. If you need roadside assistance:
• If supported, this number may be programmable on • Push the Phone button to begin.
some systems. To do this, push the Phone button
and say “Setup,” followed by “Emergency.” • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Towing Assistance.”
• The Uconnect Phone does slightly lower your chances
of successfully making a phone call as to that for the
mobile phone directly.
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NOTE: You should program the desired Towing Assis- Working With Automated Systems
tance phone number using the Voice Command system. This method is used in instances where one generally has
To do this, push the Phone button and say “Setup,”
to press numbers on the mobile phone keypad while
followed by “Towing Assistance.” When prompted
navigating through an automated telephone system.
say 1-800-521-2779 for U.S./Canada, say 55-14-3454
for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico You can use your Uconnect Phone to access a voice mail
City in Mexico. system or an automated service, such as a paging service
or automated customer service line. Some services re-
Paging
quire immediate response selection. In some instances,
To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated that may be too quick for use of the Uconnect Phone.
Systems.” Paging works properly except for pagers of
When calling a number with your Uconnect Phone that
certain companies, which time out a little too soon to
normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence
work properly with the Uconnect Phone.
on your mobile phone keypad, you can push the Voice
Voice Mail Calling Command button and say the sequence you wish to
To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to “Working enter, followed by the word “Send.” For example, if
with Automated Systems.” required to enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3
7 4 6 #), you can push the Voice Command button
and say, “3 7 4 6 # Send.” Saying a number, or
sequence of numbers, followed by “Send,” is also to be
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167
used for navigating through an automated customer • Some paging and voice mail systems have system time
service center menu structure, and to leave a number out settings that are too short and may not allow the
on a pager. use of this feature.
You can also send stored Uconnect phonebook entries as Barge In — Overriding Prompts
3
tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager The “Voice Command” button can be used when you
entries. To use this feature, dial the number you wish to wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice
call and then push the Voice Command button and
command immediately. For example, if a prompt is
say “Send.” The system will prompt you to enter the
asking “Would you like to pair a phone, clear a...,” you
name or number and say the name of the phonebook
could push the Voice Command button and say,
entry you wish to send. The Uconnect Phone will then “Pair a Phone” to select that option without having to
send the corresponding phone number associated listen to the rest of the voice prompt.
with the phonebook entry, as tones over the phone.
Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF
NOTE:
Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system
• You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect Phone
network configurations. This is normal. will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
• Push the Phone button to begin.
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• After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth mobile
one of the following: phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s
– “Setup Confirmation Prompts On” audio system. The Uconnect Phone will work the same as
if you dial the number using Voice Command.
– “Setup Confirmation Prompts Off”
NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the
Phone And Network Status Indicators dial ring to the Uconnect Phone to play it on the vehicle
If available on the radio and/or on a premium display audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situa-
such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by tion, after successfully dialing a number the user may feel
your mobile phone, the Uconnect Phone will provide that the call did not go through even though the call is in
notification to inform you of your phone and network progress. Once your call is answered, you will hear the
status when you are attempting to make a phone call audio.
using Uconnect Phone. The status is given for network Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF)
signal strength, phone battery strength, etc.
When you mute the Uconnect Phone, you will still be
Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad able to hear the conversation coming from the other
You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone party, but the other party will not be able to hear you. To
keypad and still use the Uconnect Phone (while dialing mute the Uconnect Phone:
via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise • Push the Voice Command button.
caution and take precautionary safety measures). By
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• Following the beep, say “Mute.” Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The
Uconnect Phone And Mobile Phone
To un-mute the Uconnect Phone:
Your mobile phone can be paired with many different
• Push the Voice Command button. electronic devices, but can only be actively “connected”
3
• Following the beep, say “Mute off.” with one electronic device at a time.
Advanced Phone Connectivity If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth
connection between your mobile phone and the
Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone
Uconnect Phone System, follow the instructions de-
The Uconnect Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- scribed in your mobile phone User’s Manual.
ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone
List Paired Mobile Phone Names
without terminating the call. To transfer an ongoing call
from your Uconnect Phone paired mobile phone to the To list the paired mobile phone names using Voice
Uconnect Phone or vice versa, push the Voice Command Command:
button and say “Transfer Call.”
1. Push the Phone button to begin.
2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Setup Phone Pairing.”
3. When prompted, say “List Phones.”
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The Uconnect Phone will play the phone names of all The selected phone will be used for the next phone call.
paired mobile phones in order from the highest to the If the selected phone is not available, the Uconnect Phone
lowest priority. To “Select” or “Delete” a paired phone will return to using the highest priority phone present in
being announced, push the Voice Command button or near (approximately within 30 ft [9 m]) the vehicle.
and say “Select” or “Delete.” Also, see the next two
Delete Uconnect Phone Paired Mobile Phones
sections for an alternate way to “Select” or “Delete” a
paired phone. To delete Uconnect phone paired mobile phones using
Voice Command:
Select Another Mobile Phone
1. Push the Phone button to begin.
This feature allows you to select and start using another
mobile phone paired with the Uconnect Phone. 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Setup Phone Pairing.”
To select another mobile phone using Voice Command:
3. At the next prompt, say “Delete” and follow the
1. Push the Phone button to begin.
prompts.
2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say • You can also push the Phone button at any time
“Setup Select Phone” and follow the prompts. while the list is being played, and then choose the
• You can also push the Phone button at any time phone you wish to delete.
while the list is being played, and choose the
phone that you wish to select.
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Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect • Push the Voice Command button and say the
Phone “Voice Training,” “System Training,” or “Start Voice
Training” command.
Uconnect Phone Tutorial
To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, push the You can either push the Uconnect Phone button to restore 3
Phone button and say “Uconnect Tutorial.” the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when
prompted by the Uconnect Phone. For best results, the
Voice Training Voice Training session should be completed when the
For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- vehicle is parked with the engine running, all windows
nizing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect closed, and the blower fan switched off.
Phone Voice Training feature may be used. To enter this This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The
training mode, follow one of the two following proce- system will adapt to the last trained voice only.
dures:
Reset
From outside the Uconnect Phone mode (e.g., from radio
To Reset all settings using Voice Command:
mode):
• Push and hold the Voice Command button for five 1. Push the Phone button.
seconds until the session begins, or, 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Setup,” then “Reset.”
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• This will delete all phone pairing, phone book en- Performance is maximized under:
tries, and other settings in all language modes. The
• Low-to-medium blower setting
System will prompt you before resetting to factory
settings. • Low-to-medium vehicle speed
Voice Command • Low road noise
For best performance: • Smooth road surface
• Adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least ½ inch • Fully closed windows
(1 cm) gap between the overhead console (if equipped)
• Dry weather condition
and the mirror.
NOTE:
• Always wait for the beep before speaking.
• Speak normally without pausing, just as you would • Even though the system is designed for users speaking
speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from in North American English, French, and Spanish ac-
cents, the system may not always work for some.
you.
• Make sure that no one other than you is speaking • When navigating through an automated system such
during a Voice Command period. as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of
speaking the digit string, make sure to say “Send.”
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• Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is Far End Audio Performance
not in motion is recommended. Audio quality is maximized under:
• It is not recommended to store similar sounding names • Low-to-medium blower setting
in the Uconnect Phonebook.
• Low-to-medium vehicle speed 3
• Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect Phone Local)
name recognition rate is optimized when the entries • Low road noise
are not similar. • Smooth road surface
• Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must • Fully closed windows
be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred.”
• Dry weather conditions, and
• You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). • Operation from the driver’s seat.
• Even though international dialing for most number NOTE:
combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing
number combinations may not be supported. • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness
to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and
not the Uconnect Phone.
• Echo at the phone far end can sometimes be reduced
by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume.
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• In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
compromised with the convertible top down. “SMS Read” or “Read Messages.”
Recent Calls • Uconnect Phone will play the new text message for
you.
If your phone supports “Automatic Phonebook Down-
load,” Uconnect Phone can list your Outgoing, Incoming After reading a message, you can “Reply” or “Forward”
and Missed Calls. the message using Uconnect Phone.
If you receive a new text message while your phone is 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
connected to Uconnect Phone, an announcement will be “SMS Send” or “Send Message.”
made to notify you that you have a new text message. If 3. You can either say the message you wish to send or
you wish to hear the new message: say “List Messages.” There are 20 preset messages.
1. Push the Phone button. To send a message, push the Voice Command button
while the system is listing the message and say “Send.”
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Uconnect Phone will prompt you to say the name or Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF
number of the person you wish to send the message to. Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop
List of Preset Messages: the system from announcing the new incoming messages.
1. Yes 12. I am on my way 1. Push the Phone button.
3
2. No 13. I’ll be late 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Setup, SMS Incoming Message Announcement,” you
3. Where are you? 14. Are you there yet? will then be given a choice to change it.
4. I need more direction 15. Where are we meeting? Bluetooth Communication Link
5. L O L 16. Can this wait? Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the
6. Why 17. Bye for now Uconnect Phone. When this happens, the connection can
generally be re-established by switching the phone off/
7. I love you 18. When can we meet? on. Your mobile phone is recommended to remain in
8. Call me 19. Send number to call Bluetooth ON mode.
10. Thanks After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the
ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you
11. See You in 15 minutes must wait at least 15 seconds prior to using the system.
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Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s)
Primary Alternate (s) all
zero call
one cancel 3
two confirmation prompts
three continue
four delete
five dial
six download
seven edit
eight emergency
nine English
star (*) erase all
plus (+) Espanol
pound (#) Francais
add location help
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• “Frequency #” (to change the frequency) • “Select Name” (to say the name of a channel)
• “Next Station” (to select the next station) • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu)
• “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185
Disc Mode Bluetooth Streaming (BT) Mode
To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc.” In this mode, you To switch to Bluetooth Streaming (BT) mode, say
may say the following commands: “Bluetooth Streaming.” In this mode, you may say the
following commands:
• “Track” (#) (to change the track) 3
• “Play” (to play the current track)
• “Next Track” (to play the next track)
• “Pause” (to pause the current track)
• “Previous Track” (to play the previous track)
• “Next Track” (to play the next track)
• “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu)
• “Previous Track” (to play the previous track)
USB Mode
To switch to USB mode, say “USB.” In this mode, you Memo Mode
may say the following commands: To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.” In
this mode, you may say the following commands:
• “Next Track” (to play the next track)
• “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the
• “Previous Track” (to play the previous track)
recording, you may push the Voice Command but-
• “Play” (to play an Artist Name, Playlist Name, Album ton to stop recording. You proceed by saying one of
Name, Track Name, etc.) the following commands:
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– “Save” (to save the memo) Setup
– “Continue” (to continue recording) To switch to system setup, you may say one of the
following:
– “Delete” (to delete the recording)
• “Change to setup”
• “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) —
During the playback you may push the Voice Com- • “Switch to system setup”
mand button to stop playing memos. You pro- • “Main menu setup”
ceed by saying one of the following commands: • “Switch to setup”
– “Repeat” (to repeat a memo)
In this mode, you may say the following commands:
– “Next” (to play the next memo)
• “Language English”
– “Previous” (to play the previous memo)
• “Language French”
– “Delete” (to delete a memo)
• “Language Spanish”
– “Delete All” (to delete all memos)
• “Tutorial”
• “Voice Training”
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NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to push the Voice blower fan switched off. This procedure may be re-
Command button first and wait for the beep before peated with a new user. The system will adapt to the
speaking the “Barge In” commands. last trained voice only.
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WARNING! (Continued)
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
WARNING! CAUTION!
• Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or
Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to
control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if 3
injury or death. movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s
• Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat path.
belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious
injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward
seat belt. The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward.
• Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the Push the seat switch forward or rearward. The seat will
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch
chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat when the desired position has been reached.
belt, which could result in serious injury or death.
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Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down
WARNING!
The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull
upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous.
will move in the direction of the switch. Release the Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of
switch when the desired position has been reached. control which could cause a collision and serious
injury or death.
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat
The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious
directions. Pull upward or push downward on the front injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted
or rear of the seat switch, the front or rear of the seat seat belt.
cushion will move in the direction of the switch. Release • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the
the switch when the desired position has been reached. shoulder belt is no longer resting against your
chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat
Reclining The Seatback belt, which could result in serious injury or death.
The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or
rearward. Push the seatback switch forward or rearward,
the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release
the switch when the desired position is reached.
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CAUTION!
Do not place any article under a power seat or
impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to
the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if 3
movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s
path.
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Head Restraints — Second Row Quad Seats Head Restraints — Second Row Bench
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head If your vehicle is equipped with a second row bench seat,
restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjust- the head restraints are not adjustable.
ment button, located at the base of the head restraint, and
Head Restraints — Third Row
push downward on the head restraint.
The head restraint in the center position can be raised and
lowered for tether routing. Refer to “Occupant Re-
straints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
Stow ’n Go Seating — If Equipped
On vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the
second and third row seats can be folded into the floor for
convenient storage.
Adjustment Button
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Second Row Stow ’n Go
On vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seats, the seats
will fold and tumble in one motion.
1. Move the front seat fully forward. 3
2. Recline the front seatback fully forward.
3. Raise the armrests on the second row seat.
NOTE: Seat will not stow in the storage bin unless the
armrests are raised.
4. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the
“LOCK” position and then pull up on the storage bin Storage Bin Cover Lock Release
latch to open the cover.
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5. Pull upward on the seatback recliner lever located on The non-adjustable head restraint and seatback will fold
the outboard side of the seat. automatically during the seat tumble. No additional
actuation is necessary.
WARNING!
In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat
storage bin covers are not properly latched.
• Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers
open.
• Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched
Seat In Storage Bin while the vehicle is in motion.
7. Close the storage bin cover. • Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205
To Unstow Second Row Seats
WARNING! (Continued)
1. Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. • Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its
2. Pull up on the strap to lift the seat out of the storage lowered position could result in serious injury or
bin and push the seat rearward to latch the seat death in a collision. Always make sure the head 3
anchors. restraints are in their upright positions when the
seat is to be occupied.
3. Lift the seatback to the full upright position.
Stow ’n Go Seat — Folded And Latched Position
4. Return the head restraint to its upright position, close
the storage bin cover and slide the storage bin locking To tumble or stow the seat from the folded and latched
mechanism to the “Unlocked” position. position: return the seatback and head restraint to the
upright position. Then pull up on the seatback recliner
WARNING! lever on the outboard side of the seat to fold head rest
and seatback and tumble seat forward.
• In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could
be injured if seats are not properly latched to their
floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are
fully latched.
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206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
1. Return the seatback to the upright position. 2. Return the head restraint to the upright position.
WARNING!
In the event of a collision you could be injured if the
seat is not fully latched.
WARNING!
• Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous.
Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of
control which could cause a collision and serious 3
injury or death.
• Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat
belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious
injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted
seat belt.
Manual Recline
Recline Lever
To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, then push
back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean WARNING!
forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its
normal position. Using body pressure, lean forward and Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the
rearward on the seat to be sure the seatback has latched. shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under the seat belt,
which could result in serious injury or death.
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Fold-Flat Easy Entry
To fold the seat, lift the recliner lever to the full upward The Quad seats can be tilted forward for easy entry into
position and push the seatback forward until it rests on the third row. With the Quad seat in the fold-flat position,
the seat cushion. lift up on the easy entry lever located near the bottom of
the seat and lift the seat forward.
Release Handles
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To reinstall the seat, align the seat into the detent posi-
tions on the floor. Squeeze the release handle and rotate
upward until the lock indicator button returns into the
handle.
3
WARNING!
If not properly latched, the bench seats could become
loose. Personal injuries could result. After reinstall-
ing these seats, be sure the red indicator button on
the release handles return into the handles.
Third Row Power Recline — If Equipped Third Row Power Seat Switch
The power recline feature, located on the side of the seat Third Row Power Folding Seat — If Equipped
cushion, adjusts the seatback angle forward/rearward
A one-touch power folding seat switch is located in the
for occupant comfort.
left rear trim panel as part of a switch bank.
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NOTE: Lower the head restraint by pulling on the
release strap marked “1” located on the outboard side of
the head restraint.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
Halo Control
To activate the Halo lights, rotate the Halo
switch control upward or downward to in-
crease or decrease the lighting. Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever controls the:
• Turn Signals
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• Headlight Beams Low/High Turn Signal Warning
• Flash-To-Pass If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has
traveled at over 18 mph (29 km/h) for about 1 mile
• Front and Rear Wipers — Washer Functions (1.6 km) with the turn signals on, a chime will sound to
alert the driver. 3
Turn Signals
Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Lane Change Assist
on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond
proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash
NOTE: If either light remains on and does not flash, or three times then automatically turn off.
there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside High/Low Beam Switch
light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is
moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is When the headlights are turned on, pushing the multi-
defective. function lever toward the instrument panel will switch
from low beams to high beams. Pulling back to the
neutral position returns the headlights to the low beam
operation.
232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Flash-To-Pass To Activate
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by 1. Select “Automatic High Beams — ON” through the
lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This EVIC. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” in “Un-
remain on until the lever is released. derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor-
Automatic High Beam — If Equipped mation.
The Automatic High Beam system provides increased NOTE: To opt out of the Advanced Auto High-Beam
forward lighting at night by automating high beam Sensitivity Control (default) and enter Reduced High-
control through the use of a digital camera mounted on Beam Sensitivity Control (not recommended), toggle the
the inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle multifunction lever (high beam lever) 6 full on/off cycles
specific light and automatically switches from high within 10 seconds of cycling the ignition to the ON
beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out position. The system will return to the default setting
of view. when the ignition is cycled to the OFF position.
NOTE: Broken, muddy or obstructed headlights and tail- 2. Rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the
lights of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights AUTO (A) position.
to remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film
and other obstructions on the windshield or camera lens
will cause the system to function improperly.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233
3. Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch 3. Rotate the headlight switch clockwise from the AUTO
the headlights to the high beam position. Refer to to the on position.
“Multifunction Lever” in this section for further infor-
Battery Protection
mation.
This feature provides battery protection to avoid wearing 3
NOTE: This system will not activate until the vehicle is down the battery if the headlights, parking lights, or
at, or above, 25 mph (40 km/h). front fog lights are left on for extended periods of time
To Deactivate when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. After
eight minutes of the ignition switch being in the LOCK
Perform either of the following steps to deactivate the
position and the headlight switch in any position other
Automatic High Beam system.
than OFF or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically
1. Select “Automatic High Beams — OFF” through the until the next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight
EVIC. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center switch.
(EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” in “Un-
The battery protection feature will be disabled if the
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor-
ignition switch is turned to any other position other than
mation.
LOCK during the eight minute delay.
2. Pull the multifunction lever toward you to switch the
headlights from the high beam to the low beam
position.
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS NOTE: Always remove any buildup of snow that pre-
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch within vents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the
the multifunction lever. Rotate the end of the multifunc- off position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned off
and the blades cannot return to the off position, damage
tion lever to select the desired wiper speed.
to the wiper motor may occur.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to a collision. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv-
ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause
the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious injury or
death.
Tilt/Telescoping Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239
HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated
The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps steering wheel to operate. Vehicles Equipped With Re-
warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering mote Start
wheel has only one temperature setting. Once the heated On models that are equipped with remote start, the
steering wheel has been turned on it can operate for up to heated steering wheel can be programed to come on 3
approximately 95 minutes before automatically shutting during a remote start. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
off. The heated steering wheel can shut off early or may mation Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instru-
not turn on when the steering wheel is already warm. ment Panel” for further information.
The heated steering wheel control button is located on
the center of the instrument panel below the climate WARNING!
controls. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
• Push the heated steering wheel button once to turn because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,
the heating element ON. spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-
tion, or other physical conditions must exercise
• Push the heated steering wheel button a second care when using the steering wheel heater. It may
time to turn the heating element OFF. cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if
used for long periods.
(Continued)
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING! (Continued)
• Do not place anything on the steering wheel that
insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering
wheel covers of any type and material. This may
cause the steering wheel heater to overheat.
Slow Tone
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING ALERTS
Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 inches 39-25 inches 25-12 inches Less than 3
(inches/cm) 79 inches (200 (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 inches (30
cm) cm)
Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous
Chime Second Tone
Arcs None 3 Solid 3 Slow 2 Slow 1 Slow
(Continuous) Flashing Flashing Flashing
Radio Volume No Yes Yes Yes Yes
Reduced
NOTE: ParkSense will reduce the radio volume, if on,
when the system is sounding an audio tone.
252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Enabling/Disabling ParkSense Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
ParkSense can be enabled and disabled through the During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense Rear Park
Customer-Programmable Features section of the EVIC. Assist System has detected a faulted condition, the
The available choices are: OFF, Sound Only, or Sound and instrument cluster will actuate a single chime, once per
Display. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center ignition cycle, and it will display the “SERVICE PARK
(EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea- ASSIST SYSTEM” message. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle
tures)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
further information. Instrument Panel” for further information. When the
When ParkSense is disabled, the instrument cluster will shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the system has
detected a faulted condition, the EVIC will display the
display the “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF” message for
approximately five seconds. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message for as long
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your as the vehicle is in REVERSE. Under this condition,
ParkSense will not operate.
Instrument Panel” for further information. When the
shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the system is If “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” appears in the
disabled, the EVIC will display the “PARK ASSIST SYS- Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) after mak-
TEM OFF” message for as long as the vehicle is in ing sure the rear fascia/bumper is free from snow, ice,
REVERSE. mud, dirt and debris, see your authorized dealer.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253
Cleaning The ParkSense System • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE
position and ParkSense is turned OFF, the EVIC will
Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car wash soap
display “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF” message for as
and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not
long as the vehicle is in REVERSE.
scratch or poke the sensors. Otherwise, you could dam-
age the sensors. • ParkSense, when on, will reduce the radio volume 3
when it is sounding a tone.
ParkSense System Usage Precautions
• Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care not
NOTE:
to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not be
• Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris.
dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense system operating Failure to do so can result in the system not working
properly. properly. The ParkSense system might not detect an
obstacle behind the fascia/bumper, or it could provide
• Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could
affect the performance of ParkSense. a false indication that an obstacle is behind the fascia/
bumper.
• When you turn ParkSense OFF, the instrument cluster
will display “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF.” Further- • Ensure the ParkSense system is OFF if objects such as
more, once you turn ParkSense off, it remains off until bicycle carriers, trailer hitches, etc. are placed within 12
inches (30 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper. Failure to
you turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key.
do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
object as a sensor problem, causing the “SERVICE
WARNING!
PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message to be displayed in
the EVIC. • Drivers must be careful when backing up even
when using ParkSense. Always check carefully
CAUTION! behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure
to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles,
• ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to
obstructions, and blind spots before backing up.
recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles.
You are responsible for safety and must continue to
Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not
pay attention to your surroundings. Failure to do so
detected at all. Obstacles located above or below
can result in serious injury or death.
the sensors will not be detected when they are in
• Before using ParkSense, it is strongly recom-
close proximity.
mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem-
• The vehicle must be driven slowly when using
bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the
ParkSense in order to be able to stop in time when
vehicle is not used for towing. Failure to do so can
an obstacle is detected. It is recommended that the
result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles
driver looks over his/her shoulder when using
because the hitch ball will be much closer to the
ParkSense.
obstacle than the rear fascia when the loudspeaker
sounds the continuous tone. Also, the sensors
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear
WARNING! (Continued)
camera mode is exited and the last selected touchscreen
could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assem- appears again.
bly, depending on its size and shape, giving a false
indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with the Camera Delay
3
feature and it is turned On, the rear camera image will be
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF displayed for up to 10 seconds when the vehicle is shifted
EQUIPPED out of REVERSE unless the forward vehicle speed ex-
ceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), the transmission is shifted into
Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear ⬙PARK⬙ or the vehicles ignition is cycled to the OFF
Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen position.
image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever
the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be NOTE: The programmable features of the Parkview Rear
displayed on the touchscreen along with a caution note to Backup Camera can be selected through the touchscreen.
“check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. Refer to your “Uconnect Supplement Manual” for further
After five seconds this note will disappear. The ParkView information.
camera is located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear
license plate.
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the
of the vehicle while a dashed center-line will indicate the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate
center of the vehicle to assist with aligning to a hitch/ distances for each zone:
receiver. The static grid lines will show separate zones
Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle
Red 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm)
Yellow 1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m)
Green 3 ft or greater (1 m or greater)
WARNING! CAUTION!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even when
• To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only be
using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always
used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is
check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to
unable to view every obstacle or object in your
check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-
drive path.
structions, or blind spots before backing up. You are
• To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be
responsible for the safety of your surroundings and
driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to
must continue to pay attention while backing up.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death. (Continued)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257
lights, flip-down sunglass storage, conversation mirror,
CAUTION! (Continued)
optional power sliding door switches and an optional
stop in time when an obstacle is seen. It is recom- power liftgate switch.
mended that the driver look frequently over his/her
shoulder when using ParkView. NOTE: Premium sunroof console models include all of
3
above except sunglass storage.
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 CONSOLES
Front Overhead Console
Two versions of the overhead console are available. The
base front overhead console model featured fixed incan-
descent courtesy/reading lights, flip-down sunglass stor-
age and conversation mirror. The premium front overhead
console model features a LED focused light that illuminates
the instrument panel cupholders, two swiveling LED
Overhead Console
258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Courtesy/Interior Lighting Sunglass Storage (Non-Sunroof Only)
At the forward end of the console are two courtesy lights At the front of the overhead console, a compartment is
(standard dome light has two buttons). The lights turn on provided for the storage of two pairs of sunglasses.
when a front door, a sliding door or the liftgate is opened. From the closed position, push the door latch to open the
If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry
compartment.
(RKE) the lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK
button on the RKE transmitter is pushed.
The courtesy lights also function as reading lights. Push
in on each lens to turn these lights on while inside the
vehicle. Push a second time to turn each light off. You
may adjust the direction of these lights by pushing the
outside ring, which is identified with four directional
arrows (LED lamps only).
The area around the instrument panel cupholders is also
illuminated from a light in the overhead console (pre-
mium console only). This light is turned on when the
headlight switch is on, and will adjust in brightness when
Over Door Latch
the dimmer control is rotated up or down.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259
The door will slowly rotate to the full open position.
HomeLink Buttons/Sunvisor/Headliner
NOTE: HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Security
Alarm is active.
It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling 5. Push and hold the programmed HomeLink button
process to prevent possible overheating of the garage and observe the indicator light.
door or gate motor.
1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position.
2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm)
away from the HomeLink button you wish to program
while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view.
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE: 2. Push and hold the desired HomeLink button until the
• If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not
ming is complete and the garage door/device should release the button.
activate when the HomeLink button is pushed. 3. Without releasing the button proceed with
• To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons, “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” step 2 and
repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT follow all remaining steps.
erase the channels. Using HomeLink
If you unplugged the garage door opener/device for To operate, push and release the programmed HomeLink
programming, plug it back in at this time. button. Activation will now occur for the programmed
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button device (i.e. garage door opener, gate operator, security
(Canadian/Gate Operator) system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.) The
hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at
To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, any time.
follow these steps:
1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269
Security • Push the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener
to complete the training for a Rolling Code.
It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn
in your vehicle. • Did you unplug the device for programming and
remember to plug it back in?
To do this, push and hold the two outside buttons for 20 3
seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note that all If you have any problems, or require assistance, please
channels will be erased. Individual channels cannot be call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at
erased. HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when
the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. WARNING!
(Continued)
270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
2. This device must accept any interference received,
WARNING! (Continued)
including interference that may cause undesired op-
pets or other objects are in the path of the door or eration.
gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door
opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
required by Federal safety standards. This includes by the party responsible for compliance could void the
most garage door opener models manufactured user’s authority to operate the equipment.
after 1982. Do not use a garage door opener without
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
these safety features. Call toll-free 1-800-355-3515
or, on the Internet at HomeLink.com for safety The power sunroof switch is located between the sun
information or assistance. visors on the overhead console.
General Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271
WARNING! (Continued)
accessible to children. Do not leave the ignition of
a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly 3
unattended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could
also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten
Power Sunroof Switch your seat belt properly and make sure all passen-
gers are also properly secured.
WARNING! • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
• Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the object, to project through the sunroof opening.
Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location Injury may result.
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272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati-
cally. This is called “Express Close.” During Express
Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half
Close operation, any other actuation of the switch will
second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automati-
stop the sunroof.
cally from any position. The sunroof and sunshade will
open fully and stop automatically. This is called “Express Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode
Open.” During Express Open operation, any other actua-
To close the sunroof, push and hold the switch in the
tion of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
forward position. Any release of the switch will stop the
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially
To open the sunroof, push and hold the switch rearward closed condition until the sunroof switch is pushed again.
to full open. Any release of the switch will stop the Pinch Protect Feature
movement. The sunroof and sunshade will remain in a
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of
partially opened condition until the sunroof switch is
the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob-
pushed again.
struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the
Closing Sunroof — Express sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-
Push the switch forward and release it within one-half tion if this occurs.
second and the sunroof will close automatically from any
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273
NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result Wind Buffeting
in Pinch Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
the sunroof must be closed in Manual Mode. pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
Venting Sunroof — Express ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain 3
Push and release the Vent button within one half second
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
called “Express Vent” and it will occur regardless of
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
sunroof position. During Express Vent operation, any
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
Sunshade Operation minimize the buffeting or open any window.
The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the Sunroof Maintenance
sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is the glass panel.
open.
274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Ignition Off Operation directly to the battery. The driver-side power outlet will
also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit (if equipped
For Vehicles Not Equipped With The Electronic Vehicle
with an optional Smoker’s Package).
Information Center (EVIC)
The power sunroof switch will remain active for 45
seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK
position. Opening either front door will cancel this
feature.
For Vehicles Equipped With The EVIC
The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to
approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch is
turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature.
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. 3
• 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 and failure.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279
This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and
other low power devices requiring power up to 150
Watts. Certain high-end video game consoles will exceed
this power limit, as will most power tools.
3
The power inverter is designed with built-in overload
protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded,
the power inverter will automatically shut down. Once
the electrical device has been removed from the outlet,
the inverter should automatically reset. If the power
rating exceeds approximately 170 Watts, the power in-
verter may have to be reset manually. To reset the
Power Inverter Outlet inverter manually push the power inverter button OFF
and ON. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the
The power inverter switch is located on the instrument
power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the
panel below the climate controls.
inverter.
To turn on the power outlet, push the switch once. Push
the switch a second time to turn the power outlet off.
280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Instrument Panel Cupholders
WARNING!
The instrument panel cupholders are located in a pull-out
To avoid serious injury or death: drawer just above the lower storage bin.
• Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.
• Do not touch with wet hands.
• Close the lid when not in use.
• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
CUPHOLDERS
There are cupholders located throughout the interior. All
liners are removable for cleaning. Pull the flexible liner
from the cupholder drawer or tray starting at one edge
for easy removal. Refer to “Cleaning The Instrument
Panel Cupholders” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for
further information. Front Cupholders
Pull the drawer out firmly until it stops, and place the
container to be held in either one of the cupholder wells.
The cupholders are designed to accommodate a wide
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281
variety of container types and sizes. Push down on the For rear passengers two cupholders are located in the
container to engage the cupholder retention features. pull-out drawer, located in the back of the Super Console.
Pull the drawer out to the first position to use the
Super Console — If Equipped
cupholders.
On models equipped with the Super Console, there are 3
two cupholders located in the center of the console.
Rear Cupholders
WARNING!
If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle
holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn-
ing the occupants. Be careful when closing the doors
to avoid injury.
Lower Compartment
Upper Compartment
To close the compartment door, push downward on the
door’s surface to latch the door closed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285
Door Trim Panel Storage
Front Door Storage
Both interior front door panels have multiple pockets for
storage. 3
WARNING!
If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle
holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn-
ing the occupants. Be careful when closing the doors
to avoid injury.
Driver’s Seatback Storage
Driver Seatback Storage — If Equipped
1 — Bag Holder
The driver’s seatback has a primary storage pocket on all 2 — Standard Pocket
models and an optional secondary mesh pocket. 3 — Mesh Pocket
286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Umbrella Holder Second Row Floor Storage Bins
An umbrella holder has been conveniently molded into The area below the floor covers, located in front of the
the left front door entry scuff molding. second row seats, is available for storage.
(Continued)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289
Center And Rear Overhead Console Storage — If
Equipped
The overhead storage system comes in several options.
Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- To Remove The Basic Floor Console
ment lid in the open position. Driving with the 1. Remove the front anchor cup plug and clip.
console compartment lid open may result in injury in
a collision. 2. Slide the console base forward while lifting slightly to
clear the rear load floor hook.
Basic Console
3. Remove the console.
Basic Console features consist of the following:
To Reinstall The Basic Floor Console
• The basic console profile allows vehicle occupants to
easily pass through the first row to the second. 1. Position the console at a slight angle (front slightly
higher than the rear).
• Four cupholders accept up to extra large size beverage
cups or 20 oz (.6 L) plastic bottles. Cupholders are 2. Slide the console rearward into the floor bracket/
dishwasher safe for cleaning. hook.
292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
3. Align the console until the front anchor cup plug hole • Four cupholders with dishwasher safe liners for clean-
is centered on the winch hole. ing. The cupholders can accept plastic bottles, large
cups or mugs with handles
4. Reinstall the clip first and then while pushing down-
ward on the console with slight pressure, reinstall the • Top tray storage
cover plug.
• Upper storage bin can hold nine regular or 18 thin CDs
5. Pull up on the console to be sure it is firmly latched. or other items
• Large console center storage will store headphones for
WARNING! the available rear DVD entertainment system or other
In an accident, serious injury could result if the items
removable floor console is not properly installed. • 12 Volt DC power outlet provides continuous power
Always be sure the removable floor console is fully inside the console for cell phones or other electronics
latched.
• Rear occupant accessible
Premium Console — If Equipped
• Multiple adjustments
The three-compartment console with sliding storage bin,
sliding upper tray with storage and large console storage • Removable from vehicle for additional floor space
bin offers multiple configurations.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293
The top and center console sections slide forward and
rearward to provide added user comfort. A one-piece cup
holder insert for both cavities can easily be removed for
cleaning. The cupholders will also accommodate large
size cups and 20 oz (.6 L) bottles. 3
Position 1 shows the console closed with four cupholders
and a convenient storage tray.
Console Position 1
294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Position 2 shows the raised storage tray revealing a large easy access to the storage area below and provides two of
storage area below. the four cupholders for the second row passengers.
WARNING!
In an accident, serious injury could result if the
removable floor console is not properly installed.
Always be sure the removable floor console is fully
latched.
Super Console
1 — Front Sliding Tambour Door
2 — Cupholder Light Ring
3 — Rear Sliding Tambour Door
Deployed Position
Stowed Position
302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Then, position the crossbars across the roof. Make sure the directional arrows on the crossbars align
with the directional arrows on the side rails. Set the
NOTE: The crossbars are identical and can be placed in
crossbars into the deployed positions.
any two of the three deploy positions.
Tightening Crossbar
304 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE: Load should always be secured to crossbars first,
CAUTION!
with rail tie down loops used as additional securing
points if needed. Tie loops are intended as supplemen- • Check deployed crossbars frequently and retighten
tary tie down points only. Do not use ratcheting mecha- thumb screws as necessary.
nisms with the tie loops. • To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of
150 lb (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as
evenly as possible and secure the load appropri-
ately.
• To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO
NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without the
crossbars deployed.
• The load should be secured and placed on top of
the crossbars, not directly on the roof. If it is
necessary to place the load on the roof, place a
blanket or other protective layer between the load
and the roof surface.
Rail Tie Loops
(Continued)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 305
CONTENTS
䡵 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES . . . . . . . . . .312 䡵 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . .346 4
䡵 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE . . . . . . . . . .313
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
䡵 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM . . . . . . .318
Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .348
䡵 WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS . . . . . . .322
▫ Oil Change Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351
▫ Red Telltale Indicator Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .323
▫ Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352
▫ Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights . . . . . . . . . . . .333
▫ Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354
▫ Green Telltale Indicator Lights . . . . . . . . . . . .342
▫ Trip Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354
▫ Blue Telltale Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .344
▫ Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355
▫ White Telltale Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .345
▫ Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355
308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
▫ Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) . .355 ▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode . . . . . .367
▫ Messages # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .356 ▫ Operation Instructions — CD MODE For
CD And MP3 Audio Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .370
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go Display — If Equipped . . .356
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . .372
▫ Compass / Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . .356
▫ Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode . . . .375
▫ Turn Menu Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359
䡵 UCONNECT 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO . . .376
▫ Customer-Programmable Features
(System Setup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359 ▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode. . . . . . .376
䡵 UCONNECT ▫ Operation Instructions — CD MODE For
430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF CD And MP3 Audio Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .366
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . .384
▫ Operating Instructions
▫ LIST Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play. . . . . .387
(Voice Command System) — If Equipped. . . . .366
▫ INFO Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play . . . . .387
▫ Operating Instructions
(Uconnect Phone) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . .366 ▫ Uconnect (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped . . . .388
䡵 UCONNECT 130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309
▫ Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) — If ▫ Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .400
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .392
▫ Blu-ray Disc Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .401
䡵 SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK . . . . . . . . . . .393
▫ Play Video Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .402
䡵 iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . . .393
▫ Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2
▫ Connecting The iPod Or External USB While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1. . . . . .406 4
Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394
▫ Dual Video Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .408
▫ Using This Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395
▫ Play A DVD Using The Touchscreen Radio . . .408
▫ Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device
▫ Play A DVD Using The VES Player — If
Using Radio Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411
▫ Play Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395
▫ Play A Blu-ray Disc Using The Blu-ray
▫ List Or Browse Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .397 Player — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414
▫ Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) . . . . . . . . .399 ▫ Listen To An Audio Source While A Video Is
Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .415
䡵 UCONNECT MULTIMEDIA — VIDEO
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES) — IF ▫ Important Notes For Dual Video Screen
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .400 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .417
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
▫ VES Remote Control — If Equipped . . . . . . . .418 ▫ Information Mode Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .430
▫ Blu-ray Player Remote Control — If ▫ Numeric Keypad Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .430
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .421
▫ Station List Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431
▫ Remote Control Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422
▫ Disc Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431
▫ Locking The Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .423
▫ Display Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .432
▫ Replacing The Remote Control Batteries. . . . . .423
▫ Listening To Audio With The Screen Closed . . .432
▫ Headphones Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .424
▫ Disc Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .433
▫ Blu-ray Headphones Operation . . . . . . . . . . . .425
▫ Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438
▫ Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .426
▫ Product Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .443
▫ Replacing The Headphone Batteries. . . . . . . . .427
䡵 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
▫ Unwired Stereo Headphone Lifetime Limited EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .427
▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446
▫ System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .429
▫ CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .447
▫ Shared Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .429
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311
䡵 CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc MAINTENANCE . . . . .447 ▫ Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
System — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449
䡵 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE
DEVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448 ▫ Rear Manual Climate Control — If
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .454
▫ General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449 4
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .456
▫ Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .467
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
4
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
1. Tachometer make a record of the odometer reading before the repair/
• This gauge measures engine revolutions per minute service, so that you can be sure that it is properly reset, or
(RPM x 1000). Before the pointer reaches the red area, that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer
ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage. must be reset at zero.
2. Odometer Display/Electronic Vehicle Information This also displays Trip A and Trip B, DTE, MPG or
Center (EVIC) — If Equipped L/100km, OAT (Outside Air Temperature) information to
Base Cluster, use STEP and RESET button (on steering
Odometer Display / Trip Odometer Display The odom- wheel) to access or reset the display.
eter display shows the total distance the vehicle has been
driven. Message Display Area
U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of When the appropriate conditions exist, the following
vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the odometer messages will display:
correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. If your door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Door Ajar
odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, the repair gATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Liftgate Ajar
technician should leave the odometer reading the same LoW tirE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Tire Pressure
as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, gASCAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel Cap Fault
then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must noFUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuse Fault
be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was CHAngE OIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil Change Required
before the repair or service. It is a good idea for you to LoCOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Coolant
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315
NOTE: Some of the above warnings will be displayed in noFUSE
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display Area If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the
located in the instrument cluster. Ignition Off Draw (IOD) fuse is improperly installed, or
Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — damaged, a “noFUSE” message will display in the odom-
If Equipped” in this section for further information. eter display area. Refer to “Fuses” in “Maintaining Your
Vehicle” for further information on fuses and fuse loca- 4
LoW tirE
tions.
When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer
CHAngE OIL
display will toggle between LoW and tirE for three
cycles. Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The odometer display will toggle be-
gASCAP
tween CHAngE and Oil for approximately 12 seconds,
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
“gASCAP” message will display in the odometer display indicator system is duty cycle-based, which means the
area. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and push the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon
STEP button on the steering wheel to turn off the your personal driving style.
message. If the problem continues, the message will
appear the next time the vehicle is started.
316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If
time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN Equipped
position. To reset the oil change indicator system (after The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features
performing the scheduled maintenance), perform the a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument
following steps. cluster. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do (EVIC)” in this section for further information.
not start the engine).
3. Speedometer
2. Fully push the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times • Indicates vehicle speed.
within 10 seconds.
4. Fuel Gauge
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
• The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position
start the engine, the oil change indicator system did not The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the
reset. If necessary, repeat these steps. vehicle where the fuel door is located.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317
5. Temperature Gauge
WARNING!
• The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem-
perature. Any reading within the normal range indi- A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
cates that the engine cooling system is operating others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
satisfactorily. coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer
• The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tem- for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to
look under the hood yourself, see “Maintaining Your 4
perature when driving in hot weather or up moun-
tain grades. It should not be allowed to exceed the Vehicle”. Follow the warnings under the Cooling
upper limits of the normal operating range. System Pressure Cap paragraph.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads
“H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer
drops back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H”, turn the engine off immediately
and call an authorized dealer for service.
318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319
1. Tachometer U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of
• This gauge measures engine revolutions per minute vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the
(RPM x 1000). Before the pointer reaches the red area, correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. If your
ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage. odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, the repair
technician should leave the odometer reading the same
2. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so,
Equipped / Odometer Display / Trip Odometer Dis- then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must 4
play be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If before the repair or service. It is a good idea for you to
Equipped make a record of the odometer reading before the repair/
service, so that you can be sure that it is properly reset, or
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-
that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer
tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the
must be reset at zero.
instrument cluster. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)” in this section for further informa- This also displays Trip A and Trip B, DTE, MPG or
tion. L/100km, OAT (Outside Air Temperature) information to
Base Cluster, use STEP and RESET button (on steering
Odometer Display / Trip Odometer Display The odom-
wheel) to access or reset the display.
eter display shows the total distance the vehicle has been
driven.
320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Message Display Area gASCAP
When the appropriate conditions exist, the following If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
odometer messages will display: filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Door Ajar “gASCAP” message will display in the odometer display
gATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Liftgate Ajar area. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and push the
LoW tirE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Tire Pressure STEP button on the steering wheel to turn off the
gASCAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel Cap Fault message. If the problem continues, the message will
noFUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuse Fault appear the next time the vehicle is started.
CHAngE OIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil Change Required noFUSE
LoCOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Coolant
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the Ignition
NOTE: Some of the above warnings will be displayed in Off Draw (IOD) fuse is improperly installed, or damaged, a
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display Area “noFUSE” message will display in the odometer display
located in the instrument cluster. area. Refer to “Fuses” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for
Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — further information on fuses and fuse locations.
If Equipped” in this section for further information. CHAngE OIL
LoW tirE Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indi-
When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer dis- cator system. The odometer display will toggle between
play will toggle between LoW and tirE for three cycles. CHAngE and Oil for approximately 12 seconds, after a
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321
single chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled 3. Speedometer
oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system • Indicates vehicle speed.
is duty cycle-based, which means the engine oil change
interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal 4. Fuel Gauge
driving style. • The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
4
time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the
position. To reset the oil change indicator system (after vehicle where the fuel door is located.
performing the scheduled maintenance), perform the
5. Temperature Gauge
following steps.
• The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem-
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do perature. Any reading within the normal range indi-
not start the engine). cates that the engine cooling system is operating
2. Fully push the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times satisfactorily.
within 10 seconds. • The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tem-
perature when driving in hot weather or up moun-
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
tain grades. It should not be allowed to exceed the
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you upper limits of the normal operating range.
start the engine, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat these steps.
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could IMPORTANT: The warning / indicator light switches on
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads in the instrument panel together with a dedicated mes-
“H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle sage and/or acoustic signal when applicable. These
with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer indications are indicative and precautionary and as such
drops back into the normal range. If the pointer must not be considered as exhaustive and/or alternative
remains on the “H”, turn the engine off immediately to the information contained in the Owner Manual,
and call an authorized dealer for service. which you are advised to read carefully in all cases.
Always refer to the information in this chapter in the
WARNING! event of a failure indication.
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or All active telltales will display first if applicable. The
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling system check menu may appear different based upon
coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer equipment options and current vehicle status. Some
for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to telltales are optional and may not appear.
look under the hood yourself, see “Maintaining Your
Vehicle”. Follow the warnings under the Cooling
System Pressure Cap paragraph.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323
Red Telltale Indicator Lights
Air Bag Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Air Bag Warning Light 4
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 startup, stays on, or turns on
while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. This
light will illuminate with a single chime when a fault with the Air Bag Warning Light has
been detected, it will stay on until the fault is cleared. If the light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving, have an authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately. Refer
to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further infor-
mation.
324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Seat Belt Reminder Warning 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’s seat belt is unbuckled, a
chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver’s seat belt remains un-
buckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously and a chime will
sound. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for
further information.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325
Brake Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Coolant Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the light turns on while driving,
safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the
transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return
to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service.
NOTE:
As the coolant temperature gauge approaches ⬙H,⬙ this indicator will illuminate and a single
chime will sound. Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass ⬙H.⬙ In this
case, a continuous chime will sound until the engine is allowed to cool or the 4 minutes du-
ration is expired, whichever come first.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a
problem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash de- 4
pending on the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle is safely and
completely stopped and the transmission is placed in the PARK position. The light should
turn off. If the light remains on with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be driv-
able; however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light continues to flash when the engine is running, immediate service is required 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 does not come on during starting,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Oil Pressure Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the ve-
hicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns
on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not indicate how
much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security
alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with
severe usage. If this light turns on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Then, shift the trans- 4
mission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off.
CAUTION! WARNING!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- If you continue operating the vehicle when the
ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi-
severe transmission damage or transmission failure. nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in
contact with hot engine or exhaust components and
cause a fire.
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Door Open Warning Light — If Equipped
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Door Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when a door is ajar/open and not fully closed.
NOTE: If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single chime.
Liftgate Open Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Liftgate Open Warning Light
This indicator will turn when the liftgate is open.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving there will also be a single chime.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333
Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light 4
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the igni-
tion switch is placed in the ON/RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the
brake system is not functioning and service is required. However, the conventional brake
system will continue to operate normally if the brake warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the
benefits of Anti-Lock Brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON/RUN position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped
The “ESC Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch
is turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with the engine running. If the “ESC
Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been
detected in the ESC system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the ve-
hicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h),
see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.
• The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC 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
turned off previously.
• The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal;
the sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused
the ESC activation.
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
4
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light will illuminate when fuel filler cap is loose. Properly close the filler cap to disen-
gage the light. If the light does not turn off, please see your authorized dealer.
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Low Fuel Indicator Light
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Low Fuel Indicator Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 1.5 gal (5.8 L) this light will turn on, and remain
on until fuel is added.
Low Washer Fluid Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Low Washer Fluid Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the windshield washer fluid is low.
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Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic
System called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The 4
light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position before engine start. If the bulb
does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked
promptly.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate
the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through sev-
eral typical driving styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not
require towing.
When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to
immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be ser-
viced as soon as possible if this occurs.
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CAUTION! WARNING!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced
Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal
control system. It also could affect fuel economy and operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you
driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic drive slowly or park over flammable substances such
converter damage and power loss will soon occur. as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result
Immediate service is required. in death or serious injury to the driver, occupants or
others.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light
The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure
is lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these 4
cases, optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition mentioned above, the display will show the
indications corresponding to each tire in sequence.
In any situation in which the message on the display is ⬙See manual⬙, it is ESSENTIAL to
refer to the contents of the ⬙Wheels⬙ paragraph in the ⬙Technical data⬙ chapter, strictly com-
plying with the indications that you find there.
IMPORTANT: Do not continue driving with one or more Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be
flat tires as handling may be compromised. Stop the checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation
vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering. Repair pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on
immediately using the dedicated tire repair kit and the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. If your
contact your authorized dealership as soon as possible. vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated
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on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
those tires. maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
low tire pressure telltale.
equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
possible and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to approximately one minute and then remain continuously
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse-
reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
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When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys-
CAUTION!
tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety The TPMS has been optimized for the original
of reasons, including the installation of replacement or equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the warning have been established for the tire size
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera-
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tion or sensor damage may result when using re- 4
tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the placement equipment that is not of the same size,
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause
to continue to function properly. sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may
cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
sensor to become inoperable. After using an after-
market tire sealant it is recommended that you take
your vehicle to an authorized dealership to have your
sensor function checked.
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Green Telltale Indicator Lights
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
Green Tell-
What It Means
tale Light
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
The instrument cluster arrow will flash independently for the LEFT or RIGHT turn signal as se-
lected, as well as the exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and rear) as selected when the multi-
function lever is moved down (LEFT) or up (RIGHT).
NOTE:
• A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either
turn signal on.
• Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indicator flashes at a rapid rate.
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Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light
Green Telltale
What It Means
Light
Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light
This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on.
4
Green Telltale
What It Means
Light
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
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Blue Telltale Indicator Light
High Beam Indicator Light
Blue Telltale
What It Means
Light
High Beam Indicator Light
This indicator shows that the high beam headlights are on. Push the multifunction control
lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever toward you to
switch the headlights back to low beam. Pull the lever toward you for a temporary high
beam on, ⬙flash to pass⬙ scenario.
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White Telltale Indicator Light
Cruise Control Cancelled Light
White Telltale
What It Means
Light
Cruise Control Cancelled Light 4
This light will turn on when the cruise control has been cancelled by the driver. Refer to
“Electronic Speed Control” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further in-
formation.
Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light
White Telltale
What It Means
Light
Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light
This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is ON.
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ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC Menu items consists of the following:
(EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED
• Fuel Economy
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-
tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the • Vehicle Speed
instrument cluster. • Trip Info
• Tire Pressure
• Vehicle Info
• Messages
• Units
• System Setup (Personal Settings)
• Turn Menu Off
• RIGHT Button
The RIGHT button allows access to informa-
tion in EVIC submenus, selects some feature
settings, and resets some EVIC features. The
EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons
EVIC prompts the driver when the RIGHT
button can be used by displaying the right arrow graphic.
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Once the RIGHT button has been selected for the desired The main display area will normally display the main
submenu list, follow the EVIC prompts to properly select menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main
the desired submenu EVIC features. menu. The main display area also displays ⬙pop up⬙
messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn-
• BACK Button
ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall
Push and release the BACK button to scroll into several categories:
back to a previous menu or sub-menu. • Five Second Stored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) message takes control of the main display area for five
Displays seconds and then returns to the previous screen. Most of
The EVIC display consists of three sections: the messages of this type are then stored (as long as the
condition that activated it remains active) and can be
1. The top line where compass direction and outside reviewed from the ⬙Messages⬙ main menu item. As long
temperature are displayed. as there is a stored message, an ⬙i⬙ will be displayed in the
2. The main display area where the menus and pop up EVIC’s compass/outside temp line. Examples of this
messages are displayed. message type are ⬙Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out⬙
and ⬙Low Tire Pressure.⬙
3. The reconfigurable telltales section below the odom-
eter line.
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• Unstored Messages The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the
white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the
This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the
middle, and red telltales on the left.
condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples
of this message type are ⬙Turn Signal On⬙ (if a turn signal When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays
is left on) and ⬙Lights On⬙ (if driver leaves the vehicle). the following messages:
• Unstored Messages Until RUN • Key in ignition 4
These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start • Ignition or Accessory On
feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition
• Remote start aborted — Door ajar
is in the RUN state. Examples of this message type are
⬙Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar⬙ and ⬙Press Brake • Remote start aborted — Hood ajar
Pedal and Push Button to Start.⬙
• Remote start aborted — L/Gate ajar
• Five Second Unstored Messages
• Remote start aborted — Fuel low
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of mes-
sage takes control of the main display area for five seconds • Remote start disabled — Start Vehicle to Reset
and then returns to the previous screen. Examples of this • Remote start active — Push Start Button
message type are ⬙Memory System Unavailable - Not in
Park⬙ and ⬙Automatic High Beams On.⬙ • Remote start active — Key to Run
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• Wrong Key • Turn Signal On
• Damaged Key • RKE Battery Low
• Key not programmed • Service Keyless System
• Vehicle Not in Park • Low Washer Fluid
• Key Left Vehicle • Oil Change Required
• Key Not Detected • Check Gascap
• Press Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start • Left Front Turn Signal Light Out
• Liftgate Ajar (chime will sound when vehicle starts • Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out
moving)
• Right Front Turn Signal Light Out
• Low Tire Pressure
• Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out
• Service TPM System (refer to “Tire Pressure Monitor-
• Park Assist Disabled
ing System” in “Starting And Operating”)
• Service Park Assist System
• Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to
XX” • Personal Settings Not Available — Vehicle Not in Park
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• Blind Spot System Off — This message is displayed Oil Change Required
when the ignition is turned to ON to indicate the Blind Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
Spot System has been turned off. indicator system. The Oil Change Required message will
• Blind Spot System Not Available — This message is display in the EVIC display for approximately 10 sec-
displayed to indicate the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) onds, after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the
system is temporarily unavailable due to sensor block- next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change 4
age, electronic interference, or other ⬙temporary⬙ con- indicator system is duty-cycle based, which means the
ditions. When this message is displayed, both outside engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon
rear view icons will be illuminated. If electronic inter- your personal driving style.
ference is present, the BSM system will illuminate the Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
icon only on the side of interference as long as inter- time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position
ference is present. or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if equipped
• Service Blind Spot System — This message is dis- with Keyless Enter-N-Go. To turn off the message tempo-
played to indicate the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) rarily, push and release the BACK button. To reset the oil
system is permanently unavailable. The driver will change indicator system (after performing the scheduled
receive an EVIC message and the BSM display warn- maintenance) refer to the following procedure.
ing in both mirrors will be permanently illuminated. If
this message is present, see an authorized dealer.
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Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the engine, the oil change indicator system did not
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
reset. If necessary, repeat these steps.
START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine). Fuel Economy
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times Push and release the UP or DOWN button until “Fuel
within 10 seconds. Economy” displays highlighted in the EVIC and push the
RIGHT button. The following Fuel Economy functions
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE display in the EVIC:
START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the
OFF/LOCK position. • Average Fuel Economy (AVG)
Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go • Distance To Empty (DTE)
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do • Current Fuel Economy (MPG or L/100 km)
not start the engine).
Average Fuel Economy
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. The
within 10 seconds. Average Fuel Economy can be reset by following the
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. prompt in the EVIC to use the RIGHT button. When the
fuel economy is reset, the display will read “zero” for two
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seconds. Then, the history information will be erased, and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel
and the averaging will continue from the last fuel aver- tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the RIGHT
age reading before the reset. arrow button.
NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value. 4
When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km)
estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change
to a “LOW FUEL” message. This display will continue
until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a significant
amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW
FUEL” message and a new DTE value will display.
Average Fuel Economy Display Current Fuel Economy (MPG or L/100 km)
Distance To Empty (DTE) This display shows the instantaneous MPG or L/100 km
Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with in bar graph form while driving. This will monitor the
the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is gas mileage in real-time as you drive and can be used to
determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
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Vehicle Speed Trip A
Push and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle • Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the
Speed” displays highlighted in the EVIC and push the last reset.
RIGHT arrow button. Push and release the RIGHT arrow
button to display the current speed in mph or km/h. • Shows the elapsed time traveled for Trip A since the
last reset.
Pushing the RIGHT arrow button a second time will
toggle the unit of measure between mph or km/h. Trip B
NOTE: Changing the unit of measure in the Vehicle • Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the
Speed menu will not change the unit of measure in the last reset.
EVIC.
• Shows the elapsed time traveled for Trip B since the
Trip Info last reset.
Push and release the UP or DOWN button until “Trip Elapsed Time
Info” is highlighted in the EVIC and push the RIGHT
Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset
button. Push and release the UP/DOWN buttons to
when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed
highlight one of the following functions if you want to
time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON
reset it:
or START position.
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To Reset A Trip Function and release the RIGHT button until a check-mark ap-
pears next to the setting, showing that the setting has
Reset will only occur while a resettable function is
been selected.
selected (highlighted). Push and hold the RIGHT button
to clear the resettable function being displayed. Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
Tire Pressure Push and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle
4
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button Info” displays in the EVIC. Then, push and release the
until “Tire PSI:” displays highlighted in the EVIC. RIGHT button. Push and release the UP and DOWN
Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to view button to scroll through the available information dis-
a graphic of the vehicle with a tire pressure value at plays, then push and release RIGHT to display any one of
each corner of the graphic. the following choices.
• Coolant Temp
Units
Displays the actual coolant temperature.
Push and release the UP or DOWN button until “Units”
displays highlighted in the EVIC and push the RIGHT • Oil Temp
button. The EVIC, odometer, and navigation system (if
Displays the actual oil temperature.
equipped) can be changed between English and Metric
units of measure. To make your selection, scroll up or • Oil Pressure
down until the preferred setting is highlighted, then push Displays the actual oil pressure.
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• Engine Hours Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Starting And Operat-
ing” for further information.
Displays the number of hours of engine operation.
Compass / Temperature Display
Messages #
The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is
Select from Main Menu using the UP or DOWN buttons.
facing. The EVIC will display eight or fifteen compass
This feature shows the number of stored warning mes-
readings and the outside temperature.
sages (in the # place holder). Pushing the RIGHT button
will allow you to see what the stored messages are. Push NOTE: The system will display the last known outside
and release the UP and DOWN buttons if there is more temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to
than one message to step through the remaining stored be driven several minutes before the updated tempera-
messages. Pushing the BACK button takes you back to ture is displayed. Engine temperature can also affect the
the Main Menu. displayed temperature; therefore, temperature readings
are not updated when the vehicle is not moving.
Keyless Enter-N-Go Display — If Equipped
When the ENGINE START/STOP button is pushed to
change ignition switch position, current ignition status
will be displayed in the lower right corner of the EVIC
display to the right of the odometer value.
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Automatic Compass Calibration 2. Push and release the UP or DOWN button until the
System Setup (Customer-Programmable Features)
This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the
menu is reached, then push and release the RIGHT
need to manually reset the compass. When the vehicle is
button.
new, the compass may appear erratic until it is calibrated.
You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or 3. Push and releasethe DOWN button until “Calibrate
more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal Compass” is displayed in the EVIC then push and 4
or metallic objects). The compass will now function release the RIGHT button.
normally.
4. Push and release the RIGHT button to start the
NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and calibration. The “CAL” indicator will be displayed in
an environment free from large metallic objects such as the EVIC.
buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks,
5. Complete one or more 360–degree turns (in an area
etc.
free from large metal or metallic objects) until the
Manual Compass Calibration “CAL” indicator turns off. The compass will now
If the compass appears erratic and the CAL indicator function normally.
does not appear in the EVIC display, you must put the
compass into the Calibration Mode manually, as follows:
1. Turn ON the ignition switch.
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Compass Variance
Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic
North and Geographic North. To compensate for the
differences the variance should be set for the zone where
the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once properly
set, the compass will automatically compensate for the
differences, and provide the most accurate compass
heading. For the most accurate compass performance, the
compass must be set using the following steps.
NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of
the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones,
Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass Compass Variance Map
module is located, and it can cause interference with the 1. Turn the ignition switch ON.
compass sensor, and it may give false readings.
2. Push and release the UP or DOWN button until the
Setup (Customer-Programmable Features) menu is
reached, then push the RIGHT button.
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3. Push and release the DOWN button until the “Com- message SYSTEM SETUP NOT AVAILABLE VEHICLE
pass Variance” message is displayed in the EVIC, then NOT IN PARK displays when you try to select “System
press the RIGHT button. The last variance zone num- Setup” from the main menu.
ber displays in the EVIC. Push and release the UP or DOWN button until ⬙System
4. Push and release the RIGHT button until the proper Setup⬙ is highlighted in the main menu of the EVIC. Then
variance zone is selected, according to the map. push and release the RIGHT button to enter the System 4
Setup sub-menu. Push and release the UP or DOWN
5. Push and release the RETURN button to exit. button to select a feature form the following choices:
Turn Menu Off Language
Push and release RIGHT arrow button to turn the menu When in this display you may select one of three lan-
off. guages for all display screens, including the trip func-
Customer-Programmable Features (System tions and the navigation system (if equipped). Push and
Setup) release the UP or DOWN button while in this display and
scroll through the language choices. Push and release the
Personal Settings allows you to set and recall features
RIGHT button to select English, Spanish (Español), or
when the transmission is in PARK. If the transmission is
French (Français). Then, as you continue, the information
out of PARK or the vehicle begins moving, a warning
will display in the selected language.
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Nav–Turn By Turn showing the system has been activated or the check-mark
is removed showing the system has been deactivated.
When this feature is selected, the navigation system
Refer to “Rear Park Assist System” in “Understanding
utilizes voice commands, guiding you through the drive
The Features Of Your Vehicle” for system function and
route mile by mile, turn-by-turn, until the final destina-
operating information.
tion is reached. To make your selection, push and release
the RIGHT button until a check-mark appears next to the Auto Lock Doors
feature showing the system has been activated, or the
When selected, all doors will lock automatically when the
check-mark is removed showing the system has been
vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h). To make
deactivated.
your selection, push and release the RIGHT arrow button
Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist System — If until a check-mark appears.
Equipped
Auto Unlock Doors
The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind
When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when
the vehicle when the transmission is in the REVERSE
the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the
position and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph
PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is
(18 km/h). The system can be enabled with Sound Only,
opened. To make your selection, push and release the
Sound and Display, or turned OFF through the EVIC. To
Right arrow button until a check-mark appears next to
make your selection, push and release the RIGHT arrow
button until a check-mark appears next to the feature
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the feature showing the system has been activated, or the RKE Linked To Memory- If Equipped
check-mark is removed showing the system has been When this feature is selected, the memory seat, mirror,
deactivated. and radio settings will return to the memory set position
Remote Unlock Sequence when the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button is pushed. If
this feature is not selected, then the memory seat, mirror,
When Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press is selected,
and radio settings can only return to the memory set 4
only the driver’s door will unlock on the first push of the
position using the door mounted switch. To make your
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK but-
selection, push and release the RIGHT button until a
ton. When Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press, you
check-mark appears next to the feature showing the
must push the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice to
system has been activated or the check-mark is removed
unlock the passenger’s doors. When Unlock All Doors
showing the system has been deactivated.
On 1st Press is selected, all of the doors will unlock on
the first push of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button. To Remote Start Comfort Sys.
make your selection, push and release the RIGHT arrow When this feature is selected and the remote start is
button until a check-mark appears next to the feature activated, the heated steering wheel and driver heated
showing the system has been activated or the check-mark seat features will automatically turn on in cold weather.
is removed showing the system has been deactivated. These features will stay on through the duration of
remote start or until the key is cycled to ON/RUN
position. To make your selection, push and release the
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RIGHT arrow button until a check-mark appears next to showing the system has been activated or the check-mark
the feature showing the system has been activated or the is removed showing the system has been deactivated.
check-mark is removed showing the system has been
Automatic High Beams — If Equipped
deactivated.
When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights
Horn With Remote Lock will deactivate automatically under certain conditions. To
When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will make your selection, push and release the RIGHT button
occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pushed. until a check-mark appears next to the feature showing
To make your selection, push and release the RIGHT the system has been activated or the check-mark is
arrow button until a check-mark appears next to the removed showing the system has been deactivated.
feature showing the system has been activated or the
Headlamp Off Delay
check-mark is removed showing the system has been
deactivated. When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
Flash Lamps With Lock
when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, scroll
When selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash up or down until the preferred setting is highlighted,
when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter. To then push and release the RIGHT button until a check-
make your selection, push and release the RIGHT arrow mark appears next to the setting, showing that the setting
button until a check-mark appears next to the feature has been selected.
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Headlamps With Wipers (Available With Auto the RIGHT button until a check-mark appears next to the
Headlights Only) feature showing the system has been activated or the
check-mark is removed showing the system has been
When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the
deactivated. When the system is deactivated, the system
AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi-
reverts to the standard intermittent wiper operation.
mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The
headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned Key-Off Power Delay 4
off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your
When this feature is selected, the power window
selection, push and release the RIGHT button until a
switches, radio, Uconnect phone (if equipped), DVD
check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that the
video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped),
setting has been selected.
and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes
NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytime after the ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the front vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make your
brightness, refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The selection, scroll up or down until the preferred setting is
Features Of Your Vehicle.” highlighted, then push and release the RIGHT button
until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing
Intermittent Wiper Options — If Equipped
that the setting has been selected.
When ON is selected, the system will automatically
activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on
the windshield. To make your selection, push and release
364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Illuminated Approach signaling other drivers that someone may be exiting or
entering the vehicle. To make your selection, push and
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
release the RIGHT button until a check-mark appears
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
next to the feature showing the system has been activated
unlocked with the RKE transmitter. To make your selec-
or the check-mark is removed, showing the system has
tion, scroll up or down until the preferred setting is
been deactivated.
highlighted, then push and release the RIGHT button
until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry) — If Equipped
that the setting has been selected.
This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s
Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped door(s) without having to push the RKE transmitter lock
When on is selected, the HSA system is active. Refer to or unlock buttons. To make your selection, push and
“Electronic Brake Control System” in “Starting And release the RIGHT button until a check-mark appears
Operating” for system function and operating informa- next to the feature showing the system has been acti-
tion. To make your selection, push and release the RIGHT vated, or the check-mark is removed showing the system
button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. has been deactivated. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in
“Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle.”
Flashers With Sliding Door
Easy Exit Seat
When this feature is selected, the signal lamps activate
This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to
when power or manual sliding doors are in operation,
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365
vehicle. To make your selection, push and release the showing the system has been activated, or the check-
RIGHT button until a check-mark appears next to the mark is removed showing the system has been deacti-
feature showing the system has been activated or the vated.
check-mark is removed showing the system has been
Blind Spot Alert — If Equipped
deactivated.
There are three selections when operating Blind Spot
NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat Alert (“Blind Spot Alert Lights,” “Blind Spot Alert 4
location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set Lights/CHM,” and “Blind Spot Alert Off”). The Blind
to ON) when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the Spot Alert feature can be activated in “Blind Spot Alert
door. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Understanding Lights” mode. When this mode is selected, the Blind Spot
The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. Monitor (BSM) system is activated and will only show a
Tilt Mirror In Reverse — If Equipped visual alert in the outside mirrors. The Blind Spot Alert
feature can be activated in “Blind Spot Alert Lights/
When this feature is selected and the vehicle is placed in
CHM” mode. In this mode, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
a reverse gear, the driver’s side mirror will tilt downward
will show a visual alert in the outside mirrors as well as
to allow the driver to see into the previous blind spot and
an audible alert when the turn signal is on. When “Blind
avoid objects in close proximity to the rear of the vehicle.
Spot Alert Off” is selected, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
To make your selection, push and release the RIGHT
system is deactivated.
button until a check-mark appears next to the feature
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To make your selection, push and release the RIGHT UCONNECT 430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF
button until a check-mark appears next to the feature, EQUIPPED
showing the system has been activated, or the check- Refer to your Uconnect Supplement Manual for detailed
mark is removed, showing the system has been deacti- operating instructions.
vated.
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System)
NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in — If Equipped
the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is
not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned. Refer to “Voice Command” for further details.
Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) — If
alignment. Having a sensor that is misaligned will result Equipped
in the BSM not operating to specification.
Refer to “Uconnect Phone” for further details.
Calibrate Compass
Push the RIGHT arrow button to calibrate the compass.
Compass Variance
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC)” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367
UCONNECT 130 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)
Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the
radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second
time to turn off the radio.
Electronic Volume Control
4
The electronic volume control turns continuously (360
degrees) in either direction, without stopping. Turning
the ON/VOLUME control knob to the right increases the
volume, and to the left decreases it.
When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be
set at the same volume level as last played.
SEEK Buttons
Uconnect 130
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode Push and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next
listenable station in AM/FM mode. Push the right switch
NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio
position to operate the radio. will remain tuned to the new station until you make
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another selection. Holding either button will bypass 5. To exit, push any button/knob, or wait five seconds.
stations without stopping, until you release it.
RW/FF
TIME Button
Pushing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons
Push the TIME button to alternate display of the time and causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the
radio frequency. direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either
AM or FM frequencies.
Clock Setting Procedure
TUNE Control
1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink.
Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise
2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/ to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency.
SCROLL control knob.
Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade
3. After adjusting the hours, push the right side TUNE/
SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS
will begin to blink. will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to
the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones.
4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/
SCROLL control knob. Push the TUNE/SCROLL con-
trol knob to save time change.
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Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to
time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade.
control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the
AM/FM Button
mid-range tones.
Push the buttons to select either AM or FM mode.
Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third
time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL SET/RND Button — To Set The Pushbutton 4
control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the Memory
treble tones. When you are receiving a station that you wish to
Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fourth commit to pushbutton memory, push the SET/RND
time and BALANCE will display. Turn the TUNE/ button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display
SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the window. Select the button (1 to 6) you wish to lock onto
sound level from the right or left side speakers. this station and push and release that button. If a button
is not selected within five seconds after pushing the
Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time SET/RND button, the station will continue to play but
and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control will not be stored into pushbutton memory.
knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between
the front and rear speakers. You may add a second station to each pushbutton by
repeating the above procedure with this exception: Push
the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the
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display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And
SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM MP3 Audio Play
and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.
NOTE:
The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by
pushing the pushbutton twice. • The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position
to operate the radio.
Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding
button number will display. • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD),
recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact
Buttons 1 - 6
discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and
These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM
Inserting Compact Disc(s)
stations).
Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD
DISC Button
label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into
Pushing the DISC button will allow you to switch from the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the
AM/FM modes to Disc modes. radio display. If a CD does not go into the slot more than
1 inch (2.5 cm), a disc may already be loaded and must be
ejected before a new disc can be loaded.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371
If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio
CAUTION! (Continued)
ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and
begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will • Dual-media disc types (one side is a DVD, the
show the track number, and index time in minutes and other side is a CD) should not be used, and they can
seconds. Play will begin at the start of track 1. cause damage to the player.
Uconnect 130
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377
SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not
available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With
Push and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next
Uconnect Phone” message will display on the radio
listenable station in AM/FM mode. Push the right switch
screen.
to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio
will remain tuned to the new station until you make Phone Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped
another selection. Holding either button will bypass 4
Push this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature
stations without stopping, until you release it.
(if equipped). Refer to “Uconnect Phone” for further
Voice Command System (Radio) — If Equipped details.
Refer to “Voice Command” in “Understanding The Fea- If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not
tures Of Your Vehicle.” available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With
Voice Command Button Uconnect Phone — If Uconnect Phone” message will display on the radio
Equipped screen.
Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature TIME Button
(if equipped). Refer to “Voice Command” for further Push the TIME button to alternate display of the time and
details. radio frequency.
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Clock Setting Procedure starting at step 2. For vehicles not equipped with satellite
radio, push the SETUP button and then follow the above
1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink.
procedure, starting at step 2.
2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/
INFO Button
SCROLL control knob.
Push the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call
3. After adjusting the hours, push the right side TUNE/ letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text
SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).
will begin to blink.
RW/FF
4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/
SCROLL control knob. Push the TUNE/SCROLL con- Pushing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons
trol knob to save time change. causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the
direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either
5. To exit, push any button/knob or wait five seconds. AM or FM frequencies.
The clock can also be set by pushing the SETUP button. TUNE Control
For vehicles equipped with satellite radio, push the
SETUP button, use the TUNE/SCROLL control to select Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise
SET CLOCK, and then follow the above procedure, to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379
Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time
and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control
Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS
knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between
will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to
the front and rear speakers.
the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones.
Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to
Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second
exit setting tone, balance, and fade. 4
time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL
control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the MUSIC TYPE Button
mid-range tones.
Pushing this button once will turn on the Music Type
Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third mode for five seconds. Pushing the MUSIC TYPE button
time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five
control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the seconds will allow the program format type to be se-
treble tones. lected. Many radio stations do not currently broadcast
Music Type information.
Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fourth
time and BALANCE will display. Turn the TUNE/ Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following
SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the format types:
sound level from the right or left side speakers.
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SEEK Button AM/FM Button
Push the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Push the button to select either AM or FM mode.
CD. Push the left SEEK button to return to the beginning
SET/RND Button (Random Play Button)
of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the
previous selection if the CD is within the first second of Push this button while the CD is playing to activate
the current selection. Pushing and holding the SEEK Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the
button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in compact disc in random order to provide an interesting
CD and MP3 modes. change of pace.
TIME Button Push the right SEEK button to move to the next randomly
selected track.
Push this button to change the display from a large CD
playing time display to a small CD playing time display. Push the SET/RND button a second time to stop Random
Play.
RW/FF
Notes On Playing MP3 Files
Push and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will
begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3
another CD button is pushed. The RW (Reverse) button file recording media and formats are limited. When
works in a similar manner. writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric-
tions.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385
Supported Media (Disc Types) the file name and folder name, and will assign a number
instead. With a maximum number of files, exceeding 20
The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are
folders will result in this display. With 200 files, exceed-
CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.
ing 50 folders will result in this display.)
Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)
Maximum number of characters in file/folder names:
The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 4
Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a three-
When reading discs recorded using formats other than character extension)
ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read • Level 2: 31 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a three-
files properly and may be unable to play the file nor- character extension)
mally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported.
Multi-session disc formats are supported by the radio.
The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multi-session discs may contain combinations of normal
• Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files).
Discs created with an option such as ⬙keep disc open after
• Maximum number of files: 255 writing⬙ are most likely multi-session discs. The use of
• Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file multi-session for CD audio or MP3 playback may result
names and folder names is limited. For large numbers of in longer disc loading times.
files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to display
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Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Fre-
Bit Rate (kbps)
The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- Specification quency (kHz)
sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224,
extension may cause playback problems. The radio is Layer 3 192, 160, 128,
designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will 112, 96, 80, 64,
not play the file. 56, 48, 40, 32
When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to MPEG-2 Audio 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144,
an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the Layer 3 112, 96, 80, 64,
following table are supported. In addition, variable bit 56, 48, 40, 32,
rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files 24, 16, 8
use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title
VBR bit rates. are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not
supported by the radios.
Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not
supported.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387
Playback Of MP3 Files LIST Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play
When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pushing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders
radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done by
contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more
turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob. Selecting a
time to start playing the MP3 files. folder by pushing the TUNE/SCROLL control knob will
Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected begin playing the files contained in that folder (or the 4
by the following: next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain
playable files).
• Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than
The folder list will time out after five seconds.
CD-R media
INFO Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play
• Medium formats - Multisession discs may take longer
to load than non-multisession discs Pushing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through
the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File
• Number of files and folders - Loading times will
Name, and Folder Name (if available).
increase with more files and folders
Push the INFO button once more to return to ⬙elapsed
To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended time⬙ priority mode.
to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a
single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Push and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more
before writing to the disc. and the radio will display song titles for each file.
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Push and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)
to return to ⬙elapsed time⬙ display. Push this button to change the display to time of day. The
Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode time of day will display for five seconds (when the
ignition is OFF).
The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which
allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 Uconnect (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped
player and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast-
the source and play through the vehicle speakers. ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to
Pushing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite
iary device if the AUX jack is connected. Radio. This service offers over 130 channels of music,
sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil-
NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the
dren, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.
device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio
is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has
AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume limited coverage in Alaska.
down.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389
System Activation To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps:
Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you ESN/SID Access
may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio
With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi-
service that is included with the factory-installed satellite
tion and the radio on, push the SETUP button and scroll
radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel-
using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is
come kit that contains general information, including 4
selected. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the
how to setup your on-line listening account. For further
Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number
information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or
display will time out in two minutes. Push any button on
visit the Sirius web site at www.siriusxm.com, or at
the radio to exit this screen.
www.siriusxm.ca for Canadian residents.
Selecting Uconnect (Satellite) Mode
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID) Push the SAT button until ⬙SAT⬙ appears in the display. A
CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio
Please have the following information available when
mode.
calling:
Satellite Antenna
1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID). To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the
roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects
2. Your Vehicle Identification Number. placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause
390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as Operating Instructions — Uconnect (Satellite)
bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within Mode
the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly
NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or
on or above the antenna.
ACC position to operate the radio.
Reception Quality
SEEK Buttons
Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the
Push and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next
following reasons:
listenable station in AM/FM mode. Push the right switch
• The vehicle is parked in an underground parking to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio
structure or under a physical obstacle. will remain tuned to the new station until you make
another selection. Holding either button will bypass
• Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the
stations without stopping, until you release it.
form of short audio mutes.
SCAN Button
• Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can
cause intermittent reception. Pushing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for
the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con-
• Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can tinuing to the next. To stop the search, push the SCAN
cause signal blockage. button a second time.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391
INFO Button MUSIC TYPE Button
Pushing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- Pushing this button once will turn on the Music Type
tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- mode for five seconds. Pushing the MUSIC TYPE button
able). Also, pushing and holding the INFO button for an or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five
additional three seconds will make the radio display the seconds will allow the program format type to be se-
Song Title all of the time (push and hold again to return lected. 4
to normal display).
Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music
RW/FF type.
Pushing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons By pushing the SEEK button when the Music Type
causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next
direction of the arrows. channel with the same selected Music Type name.
TUNE Control (Rotary) If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type
Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be
to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel. exited and the radio will tune to the preset channel.
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SETUP Button You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by
repeating the above procedure with this exception: Push
Pushing the SETUP button allows you to select the
the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display
following items:
window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2. This
• Display Sirius ID number — Push the AUDIO/ allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into
SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number. This pushbutton memory. The channels stored in SET 2
number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the memory can be selected by pushing the pushbutton
Sirius subscription. twice.
SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding
When you are receiving a channel that you wish to button number will display.
commit to pushbutton memory, push the SET button. The Buttons 1 - 6
symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you
Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel
commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).
and push and release that button. If a button is not
selected within five seconds after pushing the SET but- Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) — If
ton, the channel will continue to play but will not be Equipped
stored into pushbutton memory.
Refer to “Uconnect Phone” for further details.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393
SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be
panel, press and hold the button until the setting is plugged into the USB port, located in the glove compart-
correct. ment.
iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod
and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may 4
not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit
Apple’s website for software updates.
NOTE:
• If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate
Uconnect Multimedia radio User’s Manual for iPod or
external USB device support capability.
• Connecting an iPod or consumer electronic audio
device to the AUX port located in the radio faceplate,
Setting The Analog Clock plays media, but does not use the iPod / MP3 control
feature to control the connected device.
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Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device NOTE: The glove compartment will have a position
Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external where the iPod or consumer electronic audio device cable
USB device to the vehicle’s USB connector port which is can be routed through without damaging the cable when
closing the lid. This allows routing of the cable without
located in the glove compartment.
damaging it while closing the lid. If a cut out is not
available in the glove compartment, route the cable away
from the lid latch and in a place that will allow the lid to
close without damaging the cable.
Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to
the vehicle’s iPod/USB/MP3 control system (iPod or
external USB device may take a few minutes to connect),
the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by
pressing radio switches, as described below.
NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis-
charged, it may not communicate with the iPod/USB/
MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained.
USB Port
Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod/USB/
MP3 control system may charge it to the required level.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395
Using This Feature control mode, audio tracks (if available from audio
device) start playing over the vehicle’s audio system.
By using an external USB device to connect to the USB
port: Play Mode
• The audio device can be played on the vehicle’s sound When switched to iPod/USB/MP3 control mode, the
system, providing metadata (artist, track title, album, iPod or external USB device automatically starts Play
etc.) information on the radio display. mode. In Play mode, the following buttons on the radio 4
faceplate may be used to control the iPod or external USB
• The audio device can be controlled using the radio
device and display data:
buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod contents.
• Use the TUNE control knob to select the next or
• The audio device battery charges when plugged into
previous track.
the USB/AUX connector (if supported by the specific
audio device). • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, while
playing a track, skips to the next track or push the VR
Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device
button and say ⬙Next Track.⬙
Using Radio Buttons
To enter the iPod/USB/MP3 control mode and access a • Turning it counterclockwise (backward) by one click,
connected audio device, either push the “AUX” button will jump to the previous track in the list or push the
on the radio faceplate or push the VR button and say VR button and say ⬙Previous Track.⬙
⬙USB⬙ or ⬙Switch to USB.⬙ Once in the iPod/USB/MP3
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• Jump backward in the current track by pushing and the next screen of data for that track. Once all screens
holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW button have been viewed, the last INFO button push will go
long enough will jump to the beginning of the current back to the play mode screen on the radio.
track.
• Pushing the REPEAT button will change the audio
• Jump forward in the current track by pushing and device mode to repeat the current playing track or
holding the FF >> button. push the VR button and say ⬙Repeat ON⬙ or ⬙Repeat
Off.⬙
• A single push backward << RW or forward FF >> will
jump backward or forward respectively, for five sec- • Push the SCAN button to use iPod/USB/MP3 device
onds. scan mode, which will play the first ten seconds of
each track in the current list and then forward to the
• Use the << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons to jump to the
next song. To stop SCAN mode and start playing the
previous or next track. Pushing the SEEK >> button
desired track, when it is playing the track, push the
during play mode will jump to the next track in the
SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pushing the
list, or push the VR button and say ⬙Next or Previous
<< SEEK and SEEK >> buttons will select the previous
Track.⬙
and next tracks.
• While a track is playing, push the INFO button to see
• RND button (available on sales code RES radio only):
the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.)
Pushing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and
for that track. Pushing the INFO button again jumps to
Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod or external USB
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397
device, or push the VR button and say ⬙Shuffle ON⬙ or through the list faster. During fast scroll, a slight delay
⬙Shuffle Off.⬙ If the RND icon is showing on the radio in updating the information on the radio display may
display, then the shuffle mode is ON. be noticeable.
List Or Browse Mode During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in
“wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom of
During Play mode, pushing any of the buttons described
the list, just turn the wheel backward (counterclockwise) 4
below, will bring up List mode. List mode enables
to get to the track faster.
scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the
audio device. In List mode, the radio PRESET buttons are used as
shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod or external
TUNE control knob: The TUNE control knob functions in
USB device:
a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the audio device
or external USB device. • Preset 1 – Playlists
• Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclockwise • Preset 2 – Artists
(backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying the
• Preset 3 – Albums
track detail on the radio display. Once the track to be
played is highlighted on the radio display, push the • Preset 4 – Genres
TUNE control knob to select and start playing the
• Preset 5 – Audiobooks
track. Turning the TUNE control knob fast will scroll
• Preset 6 – Podcasts
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Pushing a PRESET button will display the current list on
CAUTION!
the top line and the first item in that list on the second
line. • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any
To exit List mode without selecting a track, push the supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in ex-
same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode. treme heat or cold can alter the operation or dam-
age the device. Follow the device manufacturer’s
LIST button: The LIST button will display the top level guidelines.
menu of the iPod or external USB device. • Placing items on the iPod or external USB device,
• Turn the TUNE control knob to list the top-menu item or connections to the iPod or external USB device
to be selected and push the TUNE control knob. This in the vehicle, can cause damage to the device
will display the next sub-menu list item on the audio and/or to the connectors.
device, then follow the same steps to go to the desired
track in that list. Not all iPod or external USB device WARNING!
sub-menu levels are available on this system.
Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external USB
MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button is device while driving. Failure to follow this warning
another shortcut button to the genre listing on your audio could result in an accident.
device.
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Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) Selecting A Different Audio Device
Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the 1. Push the Phone button to begin.
Uconnect phone system.
2. After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and following the beep, say
Refer to the Uconnect Radio Supplement for further ⬙Setup⬙, then say ⬙Select Audio Devices.⬙
information on Bluetooth connectivity.
3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the Uconnect 4
Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons phone system to list the audio devices.
To enter BTSA mode, push either “AUX” button on the Next Track
radio or push the VR button and say “Bluetooth
Streaming Audio.” Use the SEEK UP button, or push the VR button on
the radio and say “Next Track,” to jump to the next
Play Mode music track on your cellular phone.
When switched to BTSA mode, some audio devices can Previous Track
start playing music over the vehicle’s audio system, but
some devices require the music to be initiated on the Use the SEEK DOWN button, or push the VR button
device first, then it will get streamed to the Uconnect on the radio and say “Previous Track,” to jump to the
phone system. Seven devices can be paired to the previous music track on your cellular phone.
Uconnect phone system, but just one can be selected and
played.
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Browse
Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth Streaming
Audio (BTSA) device. Only the current song that is
playing will display info.
RCA/HDMI/USB Inputs
1 — HDMI Port 4 — USB Ports (Charge Only)
2 — Audio/Video In 5 — Power Inverter
3 — Power Outlet
404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Using The Remote Control
1. Push the MODE button on the Remote Control.
2. While looking at the video screen, highlight VES AUX
1, by either pushing Up/Down/Left/Right buttons or
by repeatedly pushing the MODE button, then push
ENTER on the Remote Control.
Rear VES Button On The Touchscreen Select Channel/Screen 1 And AUX 1 In The VES
Column
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Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A
Video Is Playing On Channel 1
Ensure the Remote Control and Headphone switch is on
Channel 2.
Using The Remote Control
1. Push the SOURCE button on the Remote Control and
the Mode Select Screen will display, unless a video is
playing then only a small banner will appear on the
bottom of the screen.
2. While looking at the video screen, either push Up/
Down/Left/Right on the Remote Control to highlight Select FM Mode On The VES Screen
the desired audio source or repeatedly push the Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls
SOURCE button on the remote until the desired audio
1. Press the MENU button on the radio faceplate.
source appears on the screen.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407
2. Press the Rear VES button on the touchscreen to 3. To listen to an audio source on Channel 2 while a
display the Rear VES Controls. If a channel list is video is playing on Channel 1, press the 2 button on
displayed, press the HIDE LIST button on the touch- the touchscreen and choose an audio source. To exit
screen to display the Rear VES Controls screen. press the back arrow button on the touchscreen at the
top left of the left screen.
Rear VES Button On The Touchscreen Select Channel/Screen 1 And DISC In The VES Column
3. Press the 1 or 2 button on the touchscreen and then the NOTE:
DISC button on the touchscreen in the VES column. To
• To view a DVD on the radio push the RADIO/MEDIA
exit press the back arrow button on the touchscreen at
button on the radio faceplate, then press the DISC tab
the top left of the screen.
button on the touchscreen and then the VIEW VIDEO
button on the touchscreen.
414 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
• Viewing a DVD on the Touchscreen radio screen is not 3. To watch a Blu-ray Disc on Screen 2 for third row
available in all states/provinces. If available, the ve- passengers, ensure the Remote Control and Head-
hicle must be stopped and the shift lever must be in the phone switch is on Channel 2.
PARK position for vehicles with an automatic trans-
Using The Remote Control
mission. In vehicles with a manual transmission the
parking brake must be engaged. 1. Push the SOURCE button on the Blu-ray Player Re-
mote Control.
Play A Blu-ray Disc Using The Blu-ray Player — If
Equipped 2. While looking at Screen 1 or 2, highlight Blu-ray by
either pushing Up/Down/Left/Right buttons or by
1. Insert the Blu-ray Disc with the label facing up. The
repeatedly pushing the SOURCE button, then push
Blu-ray Player automatically selects the appropriate
OK on the Remote Control.
mode after the disc is recognized and starts playing
the Blu-ray Disc. NOTE:
NOTE: The Blu-ray Player has basic control functions • Channel/Screen 1 select mode information is shown
such as Menu, Play, Pause, FF, RW and Stop. on the left side of the screen.
2. To watch a Blu-ray Disc on Screen 1 for second row • Channel/Screen 2 select mode information is shown
passengers, ensure the Remote Control and Head- on the right side of the screen.
phone switch is on Channel 1.
• The VES will retain the last setting when turned off.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 415
Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls • Viewing a Blu-ray Disc on the Touchscreen radio
screen is not available in all states/provinces. If avail-
1. Push the MENU button on the radio faceplate.
able, the vehicle must be stopped and the shift lever
2. Press the Rear VES button on the touchscreen to must be in the PARK position for vehicles with an
display the Rear VES Controls. If a channel list is automatic transmission. In vehicles with a manual
displayed, press the HIDE LIST button on the touch- transmission the parking brake must be engaged.
screen to display the Rear VES Controls screen. 4
Listen To An Audio Source While A Video Is
3. Press the 1 or 2 button on the touchscreen and then the Playing
VES Disc button on the touchscreen in the VES col- Ensure the Remote Control and Headphone switch are on
umn. To exit press the back arrow button at the top left the same channel. If watching a video on Screen 1
of the screen. (second row), then Channel 2 could be used for audio. If
NOTE: watching a video on Screen 2 (third row), then Channel 1
could be used for audio.
• To view a Blu-ray Disc on the radio, push the RADIO/
MEDIA button on the radio faceplate, then press the
VES Disc tab button on the touchscreen and then the
VIEW VIDEO button on the touchscreen.
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Using The Remote Control
1. Push the SOURCE button on the Remote Control and
the Mode Select Screen will display, unless a video is
playing then only a small banner will appear on the
bottom of the screen.
2. While looking at the video screen, either push Up/
Down/Left/Right on the Remote Control to highlight
the desired audio source or repeatedly push the
SOURCE button on the remote until the desired audio
source appears on the screen.
Rear VES Button On The Touchscreen Select Channel/Screen 2 And HDD In The Media
3. To listen to an audio source on Channel 2 while a Column
video is playing on Channel 1, press the 2 button on Important Notes For Dual Video Screen System
the touchscreen and choose an audio source. To exit • VES is able to transmit two channels of stereo audio
press the back arrow button at the top left of the left and video simultaneously.
screen.
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• The Blu-ray Disc Player can play CDs, DVDs and VES Remote Control — If Equipped
Blu-ray Discs.
• The DVD Player can play CDs and DVDs.
• In split screen mode the left side equates to Channel 1
and the right side equates to Channel 2.
• Selecting a video source on Channel 1, the video
source will display on the second row screen or Screen
1 and can be heard on Channel 1.
• Selecting a video source on Channel 2, the video
source will display on the third row screen or Screen 2
and can be heard on Channel 2.
• The 2nd row screen and 3rd row screen of the Video VES Remote Control
Entertainment System can play two separate discs by Controls And Indicators
utilizing the touchscreen radio DVD player and Blu-
ray Disc Player. 1. Power – Turns the screen and wireless headphone
transmitter for the selected Channel on or off. To hear
• Audio can be heard through the headphones even audio while the screen is closed, push the Power
when the screen(s) are closed. button to turn the headphone transmitter on.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 419
2. Channel Selector Indicators – When a button is 6. 䉲 / Prev – In radio modes, push to select to the
pushed, the currently affected channel or channel previous station. In disc modes, push to advance to the
button is illuminated momentarily. start of the current or previous audio track or video
chapter. In menu modes, use to navigate in the menu.
3. Light – Turns the remote control backlighting on or off.
The remote backlighting turns off automatically after 7. POP UP/MENU – Push to return to the main menu of
five seconds. a DVD disc, to select a satellite audio channel from the 4
Station list, or select playback modes (SCAN/
4. Channel/Screen Selector Switch – Indicates which
RANDOM for a CD).
channel is being controlled by the remote control.
When the selector switch is in the Channel 1 position, 8. 䉴 / 㥋 (Play/Pause) – Begin/resume or pause disc play.
the remote controls the functionality of headphone
9. ▪ (Stop) – Stops disc play
Channel 1 (right side of the screen). When the selector
switch is in the Channel 2, position the remote controls 10. PROG Up/Down / Rewind/skip back and fast fwd/
the functionality of headphone Channel 2 (left side of skip forward – When listening to a radio mode,
the screen). pushing PROG Up selects the next preset and push-
ing PROG Down selects the previous preset stored in
5. 䉴䉴 – In radio modes, push to seek the next tunable
the radio. When listening to compress audio on a
station. In disc modes, push and hold to fast forward
data disc, PROG Up selects the next directory and
through the current audio track or video chapter. In
PROG Down selects the previous directory. When
menu modes use to navigate in the menu.
420 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
listening to a disc in a radio with a multiple-disc selected and the disc is stopped, push the SETUP
changer, PROG Up selects the next disc and PROG button to access the DVD Setup menu. (see the DVD
Down selects the previous disc. Setup Menu of this manual.)
11. MUTE – Push to mute the headphone audio output 16. BACK – When navigating in menu mode, push to
for the selected channel. return to the previous screen. When navigating a
DVDs disc menu, the operation depends on the disc’s
12. SLOW – If Equipped – Push to slow playback of a
contents.
DVD disc. Push play (䉴) to resume normal play.
17. 䉳䉳 – In radio modes, push to seek to the previous
13. STATUS – If Equipped – Push to display the current
tunable station. In disc modes, push and hold to fast
status.
rewind through the current audio track or video
14. MODE/SOURCE – Push to change the mode of the chapter. In menu modes use to navigate in the menu.
selected channel. See the Mode Selection section of
18. ENTER/OK – Push to select the highlighted option
this manual for details on changing modes.
in a menu.
15. SETUP – When in a video mode, push the SETUP
19. 䉱 / NEXT – In radio modes, push to select to the next
button to access the display settings (see the display
station. In disc modes, push to advance to the next
settings section) to access the DVD setup menu, select
audio track or video chapter. In menu modes, use to
the menu button on the radio. When a disc is loaded
navigate in the menu.
in the DVD player (if equipped) and the VES mode is
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 421
Blu-ray Player Remote Control — If Equipped audio while the screen is closed, push the Power
button to turn the headphone transmitter on.
2. Channel Selector Indicators – When a button is
pushed, the currently affected channel or channel
button is illuminated momentarily.
3. SOURCE – Push to enter Source Selection screen. 4
The DVD/Blu-ray Player (if equipped) is capable of • Any file that is copy protected (such as those down-
playing MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) and WMA (Win- loaded from many online music stores) will not play.
dows Media Audio) files from a CD Data disc (usually a The DVD player will automatically skip the file and
CD-R or CD-RW). begin playing the next available file.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 437
• Other compression formats such as AAC, MP3 Pro, Disc Errors
Ogg Vorbis, and ATRAC3 will not play. The DVD If the DVD player is unable to read the disc, a ⬙Disc Error⬙
player will automatically skip the file and begin play- message is displayed on the Radio display and the disc is
ing the next available file. automatically ejected. A dirty, damaged, or incompatible
• If you are creating your own files, the recommended disc format are all potential causes for a ⬙Disc Error⬙
fixed bit rate for MP3 files is between 96 and 192 Kbps message. 4
and the recommended fixed bit rate for WMA files is If a disc has a damaged track which results in audible or
between 64 and 192 Kbps. Variable bit rates are also visible errors that persists for 2.0 seconds, the DVD
supported. For both formats, the recommended player will attempt to continue playing the disc by
sample rate is either 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz. skipping forward 1.0 to 3.0 seconds at a time. If the end
• To change the current file, use the DVD player’s 䉱 of the disc is reached, the DVD player will return to the
button to advance to the next file, or the 䉲 button to beginning of the disc and attempt to play the start of the
return to the start of the current or previous file. first track.
(Continued)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 453
NOTE: 10. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button
• If the Recirculation button is pushed when the Push and release to change the current setting.
system is in Defrost mode the Recirculation LED The indicator illuminates when ON.
indicator will flash three times to indicate Recircula-
tion mode is not allowed. NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems
• Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con- 4
the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. denser (located in front of the radiator), for an accumu-
Extended use of this mode is not recommended. lation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray
from behind the radiator and through the condenser.
• In cold or damp weather, the use of the Recirculation
Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the
mode will cause windows to fog on the inside
condenser, reducing air conditioning performance.
because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. For
maximum defogging, select the outside air position. 11. Floor Mode Button
• In order to prevent fogging, when the Recirculation Air is directed through the floor outlets with a
button is pushed and the mode control is set to small amount through the defrost and side win-
Panel, the A/C will engage automatically. dow demist outlets.
• The A/C can be deselected manually without dis-
turbing the mode control selection.
454 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
12. Bi-Level Mode Button Economy Mode
Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. If ECONOMY mode is desired, push the A/C button to
turn off the indicator light and the A/C compressor.
NOTE: There is a difference in temperature (in any Rotate the temperature control knob to the desired tem-
conditions other than full cold or full hot), between the perature. Also, make sure to select only Panel, Bi-Level or
upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer Floor modes.
air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved
Max A/C
comfort during sunny but cool conditions.
For maximum cooling use the A/C and Recirculation
13. Panel Mode Button
mode buttons at the same time.
Air is directed through the outlets in the instru-
Rear Manual Climate Control — If Equipped
ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted for
direction, and turned on or off to control airflow. The Rear Manual Climate Control system has floor air
outlets at the rear of the right side sliding door, and
NOTE: For maximum airflow to the rear, the center
overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position.
instrument panel outlets can be directed toward the rear
The unit provides warm or cool air through the floor and
seat passengers.
upper outlets.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 455
The rear blower and temperature controls for the rear Rear Blower Control
seat passengers are located in the headliner, near the The rear blower control knob can be manually set to off,
center of the vehicle. or any fixed blower speed, by rotating the knob from low
to high. This allows the rear seat occupants to control the
volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle.
4
CAUTION!
Interior air enters the Rear Automatic Temperature
Control System through an intake grille, located in
the right side trim panel behind the third row seats.
The heater outlets are located in the right side trim
panel, just behind the sliding door. Do not block or
place objects directly in front of the inlet grille or
heater outlets. The electrical system could overload
Rear Manual Climate Controls causing damage to the blower motor.
1 — Rear Blower 3 — Rear Mode
2 — Rear Temperature 4 — Rear Climate Control Lock
456 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Rear Temperature Control Bi-Level Mode
To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the
rotate the temperature knob counterclockwise to lower floor outlets.
the temperature, and clockwise to increase the tempera-
NOTE: In many temperature positions, the Bi-Level
ture. The rear temperature settings are displayed in the
mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head-
front ATC panel.
liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
When rear controls are locked by the front system, the
Floor Mode
Rear Temperature Lock symbol on the temperature knob
is illuminated and any rear overhead adjustments are Air comes from the floor outlets.
ignored.
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Rear Mode Control Equipped
Headliner Mode • Front Three-Zone ATC allows both driver and front
Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each passenger seat occupant, and rear seat occupants to
of these outlets can be individually adjusted to select individual comfort settings.
direct the flow of air. Moving the air vanes of the outlets
to one side will shut off the airflow.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 457
• When occupants in the vehicle select the AUTO mode
operation, a comfort temperature can be set by using
the temperature up and down buttons, and the auto
blower operation will be set automatically.
• The system can be controlled manually, if desired.
• SYNC feature links the controls for all three zones, 4
allowing one comfort setting (driver setting) for the
cabin, if desired.
The Three-Zone ATC system automatically maintains the
interior comfort level desired by the driver and all
passengers. The system automatically adjusts the air
Front ATC Panel
temperature, the airflow volume, amount of outside air
1. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button
recirculation and the airflow direction. This maintains a
comfortable temperature, even under changing condi- Push and release to change the current Air Conditioning
tions. (A/C) setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON.
Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch
into manual mode.
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2. Blower Control Display 7. Auto Indicator
This display shows the current Blower speed selection. This indicates when the system is in Auto mode.
3. Left Front Seat Occupant Temperature Display 8. Right Front Seat Occupant Temperature Display
This display shows the temperature setting for the left This display shows the temperature setting for the right
front seat occupant. front seat occupant.
4. Mode Display 9. Front Defrost Button
This display shows the current Mode selection (Panel, Push and release to change the current setting, the
Bi-Level, Floor, Mix). indicator illuminates when ON. Performing this function
will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode. The
5. Rear Temperature Control Display
blower will engage immediately if the Defrost mode is
This display shows the current Rear Temperature Control selected.
settings.
10. Passenger Temperature Control Up/Down Button
6. Front Auto Indicator
Provides the passenger with independent temperature
This indicates when the system is in Front Auto mode. control. Push the top button for warmer temperatures or
the lower button for cooler temperature settings.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 459
11. Rear Control Button 14. Auto Temperature Control Button
Provides toggle operation between front control screen Controls airflow temperature, distribution, volume, and
and rear control screen. Push the button to activate the the amount of air recirculation automatically. Push and
rear climate control screen and allow the front seat release to select. Refer to “Automatic Operation” for
occupants control over the rear climate settings. more information. Performing this function will cause
12. Rear Window Defrost the ATC to switch between manual mode and automatic 4
modes.
Push this button to turn on the rear window defroster
15. Climate Control OFF Button
and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indica-
tor in the button will illuminate when the rear window Push and release to turn the Climate Control OFF. If the
defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically control is OFF, push any button to turn the control ON.
turns off after approximately 10 minutes.
16. Blower Control
13. Rear Lock
There are seven blower speeds, the blower speed in-
Push and release the Rear Lock button on the front ATC creases as you move the control to the right from the
panel to lock and unlock the rear climate controls. lowest blower setting. Performing this function will
cause the ATC to switch into manual mode.
460 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
17. Mode Control Button Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
Push and release to select between Modes (Panel, Bi- Automatic Operation
Level, Floor, Mix). Performing this function will cause the 1. Push the AUTO button on the front ATC Panel and the
ATC to switch into manual mode. words Front Auto will illuminate in the front ATC
18. Recirculation Control Button display, along with two temperatures for the driver
and front passenger. The system will then automati-
Push and release to change the current setting, the
cally regulate the amount of airflow.
indicator illuminates when ON.
2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the
19. SYNC Button
system to maintain, by adjusting the driver, passenger,
Push and release to control the temperature setting for all and rear temperatures. Once the desired temperature
three zones from the driver temperature control. is displayed, the system will achieve and automati-
20. Driver Temperature Control Up/Down Button cally maintain that comfort level.
Provides the driver with independent temperature con- 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is
trol. Push the top button for warmer temperatures or the not necessary to change the settings. You will experi-
lower button for cooler temperature settings. ence the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the
system to function automatically.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 461
NOTE: Manual Operation Override
• It is not necessary to move the temperature settings. This system offers a full complement of manual override
The system automatically adjusts the temperature, features. The AUTO symbol in the front ATC display will
mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as be turned off when the system is being used in the
possible. manual mode.
• The temperature can be displayed in English or Metric NOTE: The system will not automatically sense the 4
units by selecting the “Display Units of Measure in” presence of fog, mist or ice on the windshield. DEFROST
customer-programmable feature. Refer to the “Elec- mode must be manually selected to clear the windshield
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — Customer- and side glass.
Programmable Features” in this Section. Air Conditioning (A/C)
To provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator
mode, during cold start-ups, the blower fan will remain to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning
on low until the engine warms up. The fan will engage system. When in A/C mode with the ATC set to a cool
immediately if the Defrost mode is selected, or by chang- temperature, dehumidified air flows through the air
ing the front blower knob setting. outlets. If Economy mode is desired, push the A/C
button to turn off the A/C mode in the ATC display and
deactivate the A/C system.
462 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
NOTE: To change the rear system settings:
• If the system is in Mix or Defrost Mode, the A/C can • Push ⬙REAR⬙ button to change control to rear control
be turned off, but the A/C system shall remain active mode, Rear display (below) will appear. Control func-
to prevent fogging of the windows. tions now operate rear system.
• If not operating in AUTO mode, the system will not • To return to Front screen, push ⬙REAR⬙ button again,
automatically sense the presence of fog, mist or ice on or it will revert to the Front screen after six seconds.
the windshield. DEFROST mode must be manually
selected to clear the windshield and side glass.
• If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass,
select Defrost mode and adjust blower speed if
needed.
Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The
Front ATC Panel
The Three-Zone ATC system allows for adjustment of the
rear climate controls from the front ATC panel.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
䡵 STARTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .475 ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .483
▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .475 ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .484
5
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped . . . . . . . .476 ▫ Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .484
▫ Normal Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .477 ▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . .485
▫ Extreme Cold Weather 䡵 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES . . . . . . . . .494
(Below –20°F or −29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .479
▫ Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .494
▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .479
▫ Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .494
▫ After Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .480
䡵 DRIVING THROUGH WATER . . . . . . . . . . . . .495
䡵 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .481
▫ Flowing/Rising Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495
䡵 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . . . . . . . . . . . .481
▫ Shallow Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495
472 STARTING AND OPERATING
䡵 POWER STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .497 ▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) . . . . . . . . . . .513
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . .498 ▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .513
䡵 PARKING BRAKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .499 䡵 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . .514
䡵 BRAKE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501 ▫ Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .514
䡵 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .502 ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN). . . . . . . . . . .518
▫ Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) . . . .502 ▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions . . . . . . . . . .519
▫ Brake System Warning Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . .521
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . .503 䡵 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . .526
▫ Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light. . . . . . . . . . . .504 ▫ Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .505 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .527
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .506 ▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .529
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . .509 ▫ Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .529
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . .509 ▫ Tire Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .530
STARTING AND OPERATING 473
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .531 ▫ Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .532 ▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550
▫ Tire Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .534 ▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles . . . . . . .551
▫ Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .535 ▫ MMT In Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .551
▫ Life Of Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .536 ▫ Materials Added To Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552
▫ Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .536 ▫ Fuel System Cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552 5
䡵 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) . . . . . . .538 ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . .553
䡵 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . .539 䡵 FLEXIBLE FUEL — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . .554
䡵 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .540 ▫ E-85 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .554
▫ Base System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .543 ▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .554
▫ Premium System — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . .546 ▫ Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .555
䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549 ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel
Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles . . . . . . .556
▫ 3.6L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549
474 STARTING AND OPERATING
▫ Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .556 䡵 TRAILER TOWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .562
▫ Cruising Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .556 ▫ Common Towing Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . .562
▫ Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .556 ▫ Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573
▫ Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557 䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .575
䡵 ADDING FUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557
▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another
▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .575
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . .559
▫ Recreational Towing — All Models . . . . . . . . .576
䡵 VEHICLE LOADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .559
▫ Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .559
STARTING AND OPERATING 475
STARTING PROCEDURES
WARNING! (Continued)
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
belts. mission gear selector.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
WARNING! in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition (of a vehicle equipped with 5
• Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake Keyless Enter-N-Go) in the ACC or ON/RUN
fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- mode. A child could operate power windows, other
ment and possible injury or damage. controls, or move the vehicle.
• When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the Automatic Transmission
keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode, remove
the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle. The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in before shifting into any driving gear.
a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
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476 STARTING AND OPERATING
Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated
CAUTION!
Key to briefly place the ignition in the START position
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter
ing precautions are not observed: motor will continue to run, and it will disengage auto-
• Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL matically when the engine is running. If the engine fails
into any forward gear when the engine is above to start, the starter will disengage automatically in 10
idle speed. seconds. If this occurs, place the ignition in the LOCK/
• Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to OFF position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the
a complete stop. “Normal Starting” procedure.
• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped
has come to a complete stop and the engine is at
idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot This feature allows the driver to op-
is firmly on the brake pedal. erate the ignition switch with the
push of a button, as long as the
Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start) ENGINE START/STOP button is in-
stalled and the Remote Start/Keyless
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
Enter-N-Go Key Fob is in the passen-
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
ger compartment.
accelerator pedal.
STARTING AND OPERATING 477
Installing And Removing The ENGINE NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button should only
START/STOP Button be removed or inserted with the ignition in the OFF
Installing The Button position (OFF position for Keyless Enter-N-Go).
1. Remove the Key Fob from the ignition switch. Normal Starting
2. Insert the ENGINE START/STOP button into the Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button
ignition switch with the lettering facing up and read- 1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
able. 5
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the
3. Push firmly on the center of the button to secure it into ENGINE START/STOP button once.
position.
3. The system takes over and attempts to start the
Removing The Button vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will
disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
1. The ENGINE START/STOP button can be removed
from the ignition switch for Key Fob use. 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to
the engine starting, push the button again.
2. Insert the metal part of the emergency key under the
chrome bezel at the 6 o’clock position and gently pry NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine
the button loose. is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
478 STARTING AND OPERATING
To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN
START/STOP Button (engine not running) position and the transmission is in
PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30
1. Place the shift lever/gear selector in PARK, then push
minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the
and release the ENGINE START/STOP button.
OFF position.
2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position.
Keyless Enter-N-Go Functions — With Driver’s
3. If the shift lever/gear selector is not in PARK, the Foot OFF The Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal (In PARK
ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two Or NEUTRAL Position)
seconds or three short pushes in a row with the vehicle The Keyless Enter-N-Go feature operates similar to an
speed above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine will ignition switch. It has three positions, OFF, ACC and RUN.
shut off. The ignition switch position will remain in To change the ignition switch positions without starting the
the ACC position until the shift lever/gear selector is vehicle and use the accessories follow these steps starting
in PARK and the button is pushed twice to the OFF with the ignition switch in the OFF position:
position. If the shift lever/gear selector is not in PARK
and the ENGINE START/STOP button is pushed 1. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to
once, the EVIC (if equipped) will display a “Vehicle change the ignition switch to the ACC position,
Not In Park” message and the engine will remain 2. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time
running. Never leave a vehicle out of the PARK to change the ignition switch to the RUN position,
position, or it could roll.
STARTING AND OPERATING 479
3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to
WARNING! (Continued)
return the ignition switch to the OFF position.
could enter the catalytic converter and once the
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or −29°C) engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of and vehicle.
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster
able from your authorized dealer) is recommended. cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster
battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type
If Engine Fails To Start of start can be dangerous if done improperly. Refer 5
to “Jump-Starting” in “What To Do In Emergen-
WARNING! cies” for further information.
• Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the
Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
START/STOP Button)
the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing
serious personal injury. If the engine fails to start after you have followed the
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather⬙ proce-
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel:
mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel 1. Press and hold the brake pedal.
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480 STARTING AND OPERATING
2. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and 2. Place the ignition in the START position and release it
hold it. as soon as the starter engages.
3. Push and release the ENGINE START/STOP button The starter motor will disengage automatically in 10
once. seconds. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal,
place the ignition in the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15
The starter motor will engage automatically, run for 10
seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
seconds, and then disengage. Once this occurs, release
the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal, wait 10 to 15
seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
CAUTION!
Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using Fob With To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15
Integrated Key) seconds before trying again.
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the After Starting
“Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce-
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will
dures, it may be flooded.
decrease as the engine warms up.
To clear any excess fuel:
1. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and
hold it.
STARTING AND OPERATING 481
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a CAUTION!
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
grounded, three-wire extension cord. ing precautions are not observed:
The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one • Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after
hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU- 5
The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle
the driver’s side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap speed.
that is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power • Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
Module. is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
WARNING! NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while
shifting out of PARK.
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater
cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt
electrical cord could cause electrocution.
482 STARTING AND OPERATING
(Continued) (Continued)
STARTING AND OPERATING 483
Key Ignition Park Interlock
WARNING! (Continued)
fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter-
ment and possible injury or damage. lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to OFF (key removal) position. The key fob can only be
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the
number of reasons. A child or others could be LOCK/OFF position, and the transmission is locked in
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be PARK whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK/OFF 5
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal position.
or the transmission gear selector. NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or key fob in the ignition switch to warn you that this safety
in a location accessible to children), and do not feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and
leave the ignition (in a vehicle equipped with stopped but the key fob cannot be removed until you
Keyless Enter-N-Go) in the ACC or ON/RUN posi- obtain service.
tion. A child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
484 STARTING AND OPERATING
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK
unless the brakes are applied. To shift the transmission
out of PARK, the ignition must be turned to the ON/
RUN position (engine running or not) and the brake
pedal must be pressed.
Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode
The Fuel Economy (ECON) mode can improve the vehi-
cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi-
tions. Push the “econ” switch in the center stack of the
Fuel Economy Mode Switch
instrument panel and a green light will indicate the
ECON mode is engaged. When the Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode is engaged, the
vehicle control systems will change the following:
• The transmission will upshift sooner and downshift
later.
STARTING AND OPERATING 485
• The transmission will skip select gears during shifts to The electronically-controlled transmission provides a
allow the engine to operate at lower speeds. precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are
self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new
• The torque converter clutch may engage at lower
vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal
engine speeds and remain on longer.
condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few
• The engine idle speed will be lower. hundred miles (kilometers).
• The overall driving performance will be more conser-
vative. 5
• Some ECON mode functions may be temporarily
inhibited based on temperature and other factors.
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
The transmission gear position display (located in the
instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range.
You must press the brake pedal to move the shift lever
out of PARK (Refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Inter-
lock System” in this section). To drive, move the shift
lever from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position. Shift Lever
486 STARTING AND OPERATING
Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to
accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating.
Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when This is especially important when the engine is cold.
shifting between these gears.
PARK (P)
The transmission shift lever has only PARK, REVERSE,
This range supplements the parking brake by locking the
NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift positions. Manual down-
transmission. The engine can be started in this range.
shifts can be made using the Electronic Range Select
Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in
(ERS) shift control (refer to “Electronic Range Select (ERS)
motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the
Operation” in this section for further information). Mov-
vehicle in this range.
ing the shift lever to the left or right (–/+) while in the
DRIVE position will select the highest available transmis- When parking on a level surface, you may shift the trans-
sion gear, and will display that gear in the instrument mission into PARK first, and then apply the parking brake.
cluster as 1, 2, 3, etc.
When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before
Gear Ranges shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on the
DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to
NEUTRAL into another gear range. move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added precaution,
turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade,
and away from the curb on an uphill grade.
STARTING AND OPERATING 487
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STARTING AND OPERATING 489
The following indicators should be used to ensure that
CAUTION!
you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi-
tion: • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you
• When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF
all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is position to the ON/RUN position, and also press
fully seated. the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift
lever could result.
• Look at the transmission gear position display and • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from 5
verify that it indicates the PARK position (P). PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this
• With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever can damage the drivetrain.
will not move out of PARK. REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift
into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a
complete stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged
periods with the engine running. The engine may be
490 STARTING AND OPERATING
started in this range. Apply the parking brake and shift DRIVE (D)
the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle.
This range should be used for most city and highway
driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down-
WARNING! shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the automatically upshifts through all forward gears. The
ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteris-
practices that limit your response to changing traffic tics under all normal operating conditions.
or road conditions. You might lose control of the When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as
vehicle and have a collision. when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi-
tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or
CAUTION! while towing heavy trailers), use the Electronic Range
Select (ERS) shift control (refer to ⬙Electronic Range Select
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other (ERS) Operation⬙ in this section for further information)
reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause to select a lower gear range. Under these conditions,
severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational using a lower gear range will improve performance and
Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting
Disabled Vehicle” in “What To Do In Emergencies” and heat buildup.
for further information.
STARTING AND OPERATING 491
During cold temperatures, transmission operation may PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to oper-
be modified depending on engine and transmission ate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illu-
temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- minated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be
proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to driven to an authorized dealer for service without dam-
achieve maximum efficiency. Engagement of the torque aging the transmission.
converter clutch is inhibited until the transmission fluid
In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission
is warm (refer to the “Note” under “Torque Converter
can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the
Clutch” in this section). During extremely cold tempera- 5
following steps:
tures (-16°F [-27°C] or below), operation may briefly be
limited to third gear only. Normal operation will resume 1. Stop the vehicle.
once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable
2. Shift the transmission into PARK.
level.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored electronically for 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds.
abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could 5. Restart the engine.
result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home
Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission remains 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no
longer detected, the transmission will return to normal
in third gear regardless of which forward gear is selected.
operation.
492 STARTING AND OPERATING
NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- position, the transmission will operate automatically,
mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your shifting between all available gears. Tapping the shift
earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has lever to the left (-) will activate ERS mode, display the
diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could current gear in the instrument cluster, and set that gear as
recur. the top available gear. Once in ERS mode, tapping the
shift lever to the left (-) or right (+) will change the top
If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer
available gear.
service is required.
To exit ERS mode, simply hold the shift lever to the right
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation
(+) until the gear limit display disappears from the
The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the instrument cluster.
driver to limit the highest available gear when the
transmission is in DRIVE. For example, if you set the WARNING!
transmission gear limit to 4 (fourth gear), the transmis-
sion will not shift above fourth gear (except to prevent Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a
engine overspeed), but will shift through the lower gears slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their
normally. grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or
personal injury.
You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any
vehicle speed. When the shift lever is in the DRIVE
STARTING AND OPERATING 493
4. Keep tires properly inflated. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water
is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flow-
5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and ing water can wear away the road or path’s surface
the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a and cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water.
sudden stop. Furthermore, flowing and/or rising water can carry 5
your vehicle away swiftly. Failure to follow this
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
warning may result in injuries that are serious or
Driving through water more than a few inches/ fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure
safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Shallow Standing Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through
shallow standing water, consider the following Cautions
and Warnings before doing so.
496 STARTING AND OPERATING
WARNING! CAUTION!
• Driving through standing water limits your vehi- • Always check the depth of the standing water
cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph before driving through it. Never drive through
(8 km/h) when driving through standing water. standing water that is deeper than the bottom of
• Driving through standing water limits your vehi- the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping • Determine the condition of the road or the path
distances. Therefore, after driving through stand- that is under water and if there are any obstacles in
ing water, drive slowly and lightly press on the the way before driving through the standing water.
brake pedal several times to dry the brakes. • Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving
• Failure to follow these warnings may result in through standing water. This will minimize wave
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your pas- effects.
sengers, and others around you. • Driving through standing water may cause damage
to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always
inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans-
mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e.,
fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after
driving through standing water. Do not continue to
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STARTING AND OPERATING 497
Alternate electric power steering efforts can be selected
CAUTION! (Continued)
through the Uconnect System. Refer to ”Customer
operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami- Programmable Features” within “Uconnect Settings” in
nated, as this may result in further damage. Such “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited information.
Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can WARNING!
cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious
internal damage to the engine. Such damage is not Continued operation with reduced assist could pose 5
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be
obtained as soon as possible.
POWER STEERING
The electric power steering system will give you good If the Electric Power Steering warning icon is
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability displayed and the “SERVICE POWER STEER-
in tight spaces. The system will vary its assist to provide ING” or the “POWER STEERING ASSIST OFF
light efforts while parking and good feel while driving. If – SERVICE SYSTEM” message is displayed
the electric steering system experiences a fault that within the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC),
prevents it from providing assist, you will still have the this indicates the vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer
ability to steer the vehicle manually.
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for service. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Cen- apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici-
ter (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho-
for further information. rized dealer.
NOTE:
CAUTION!
• Even if the power steering assistance is no longer
operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering
Under these conditions there will be a substantial system as the chemicals can damage your power
increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds and steering components. Such damage is not covered by
during parking maneuvers. the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Power Steering Fluid Check Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and
with the engine off to prevent injury from moving
Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Do
service interval is not required. The fluid should only be not overfill. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are power steering fluid.
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If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking 5
brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the
PARK position.
The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the
lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the Parking Brake
parking brake, firmly press the parking brake pedal fully. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition
To release the parking brake, press the parking brake switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in
pedal a second time and let your foot up as you feel the the instrument cluster will illuminate.
brake disengage.
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NOTE:
WARNING!
• When the parking brake is applied and the automatic
transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key
Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
brake before attempting to move the vehicle. parking brake. Always apply the parking brake
fully when parked to guard against vehicle move-
• This light only shows that the parking brake is ap- ment and possible injury or damage.
plied. It does not show the degree of brake application. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front Key Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away If equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, always
from the curb on an uphill grade. For vehicles equipped make sure the keyless ignition node is in “OFF”
with an automatic transmission, apply the parking brake mode, remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and
before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load lock the vehicle.
on the transmission locking mechanism may make it
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difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The parking
brake should always be applied whenever the driver is
not in the vehicle.
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Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Electronic Brake System Warning Light
Brake Control system (EBC). This system includes Elec- The red “Brake System Warning Light” will turn on when
tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Anti-Lock Brake the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may
System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill Start Assist stay on for as long as four seconds.
(HSA), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic Stability
If the “Brake System Warning Light” remains on or
Control (ESC), and Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM).
comes on while driving, it indicates that the brake system
These systems work together to enhance both vehicle
is not functioning properly and that immediate service is
stability and control in various driving conditions.
required. If the “Brake System Warning Light” does not
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come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON You also may experience the following when ABS acti-
position, have the light repaired as soon as possible. vates:
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) • The ABS motor noise (it may continue to run for a
short time after the stop).
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased
vehicle stability and brake performance under most • The clicking sound of solenoid valves.
braking conditions. The system automatically prevents
• Brake pedal pulsations.
wheel lock, and enhances vehicle control during braking.
5
The ABS performs a self-check cycle to ensure that the • A slight drop of the brake pedal at the end of the stop.
ABS is working properly each time the vehicle is started These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
and driven. During this self-check you may hear a slight
clicking sound as well as some related motor noises. WARNING!
ABS is activated during braking when the system detects • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip-
one or more wheels begins to lock. Road conditions such ment that may be susceptible to interference
as ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, caused by improperly installed or high output
or panic stops may increase the likelihood of ABS activa- radio transmitting equipment. This interference
tion(s).
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Disabling And Enabling HSA 4. Start the engine.
This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the 5. Rotate the steering wheel slightly more than one-half
current setting, proceed as follows: turn to the left.
• For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle 6. Push the “ESC Off” button located in the lower switch
Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle bank below the climate control four times within
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your twenty seconds. The “ESC Off Indicator Light” should
Instrument Panel” for further information. turn on and turn off two times.
• If disabling HSA using Uconnect Settings, refer to 7. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an
“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- additional slighty more than one-half turn to the right.
ment Panel” for further information.
8. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and then
For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the back to the ON position. If the sequence was com-
following steps: pleted properly, the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will
blink several times to confirm HSA is disabled.
1. Center the steering wheel (front wheels pointing
straight forward). 9. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.
2. Shift the transmission into PARK.
3. Apply the parking brake.
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Traction Control System (TCS) counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En-
gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle
This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of
maintain the desired path.
the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, the TCS may
apply brake pressure to the spinning wheel(s) and/or ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle
reduce engine power to provide enhanced acceleration path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual
and stability. A feature of the TCS, Brake Limited Differ- path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match
ential (BLD), functions similar to a limited slip differen- the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appro-
tial and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or 5
one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the understeer condition.
other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning
• Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
to the wheel that is not spinning. BLD may remain
enabled even if TCS and ESC are in a reduced mode. • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” lo-
This system enhances directional control and stability of
cated in the instrument cluster will start to flash as soon
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor-
as the ESC system becomes active. The “ESC Activation/
rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by
Malfunction Indicator Light” also flashes when the TCS
applying the brake of the appropriate wheel(s) to assist in
is active. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
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Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the
WARNING! (Continued)
accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure
to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
conditions. manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or
the safety of others.
WARNING! • Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly main-
tain your vehicle, may change the handling charac-
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent teristics of your vehicle, and may negatively affect
the natural laws of physics from acting on the the performance of the ESC system. Changes to the
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by steering system, suspension, braking system, tire
prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent type and size or wheel size may adversely affect
accidents, including those resulting from excessive ESC performance. Improperly inflated and un-
speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or evenly worn tires may also degrade ESC perfor-
hydroplaning. ESC also cannot prevent accidents mance. Any vehicle modification or poor vehicle
resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inap- maintenance that reduces the effectiveness of the
propriate driver input for the conditions. Only a ESC system can increase the risk of loss of vehicle
safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent acci- control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
dents. The capabilities of an ESC equipped vehicle
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ESC Operating Modes To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily push the
“ESC Off” switch and the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will
NOTE: Depending upon model and mode of operation,
illuminate. To turn the ESC on again, momentarily push
the ESC system may have multiple operating modes.
the “ESC Off” switch and the “ESC Off Indicator Light”
ESC On will turn off.
This is the normal operating mode for the ESC. When-
ever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this WARNING!
mode. This mode should be used for most driving • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality 5
conditions. Alternate ESC modes should only be used for of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de-
specific reasons as noted in the following paragraphs. scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and
Partial Off the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will be illuminated.
When in “Partial Off” mode, the engine power
The “Partial Off” mode is intended for times when a more reduction feature of TCS is disabled, and the
spirited driving experience is desired. This mode may enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC sys-
modify TCS and ESC thresholds for activation, which tem is reduced.
allows for more wheel spin than normally allowed. This • Trailer Sway control (TSC) is disabled when the
mode may be useful if the vehicle becomes stuck. ESC system is in the “Partial Off” mode.
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NOTE: The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho-
prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by diagnosed and corrected.
prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent all acci-
dents, including those resulting from excessive speed in The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo-
turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplan- cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as
ing. ESC also cannot prevent collisions. the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/
ESC OFF Indicator Light Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac-
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little
Light” in the instrument cluster will come on throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and
driving to the prevailing road conditions.
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position. It should go out with the engine NOTE:
running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
• The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”
Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a
and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen-
malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this
tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the
vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system
will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
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• The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds road conditions, leaving the roadway, or striking objects
when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop or other vehicles.
when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver
that caused the ESC activation. WARNING!
The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi-
customer has elected to have the Electronic tions and driving conditions, influence the chance
Stability Control (ESC) in a reduced mode. that wheel lift or rollover may occur. ERM cannot
prevent all wheel lift or roll overs, especially those 5
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects
This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by or other vehicles. The capabilities of an ERM-
monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck-
speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate less or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the
of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle’s speed user’s safety or the safety of others.
are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift, it then
applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces-
occur. ERM can only reduce the chance of wheel lift sively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate
occurring during severe or evasive driving maneuvers; it actions to attempt to stop the sway. TSC will become
cannot prevent wheel lift due to other factors, such as active automatically once an excessively swaying trailer
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is recognized. Note that TSC cannot stop all trailers from TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer and
Tire Markings
follow the trailer tongue weight recommendations. Refer
to “Trailer Towing” in this section for further informa-
tion. When TSC is functioning, the “ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light” will flash, the engine power
may be reduced and you may feel the brakes being
applied to individual wheels to attempt to stop the trailer
from swaying. TSC is disabled when the ESC system is in
the “Partial Off” modes.
WARNING!
If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle
down, stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the 1 — U.S. DOT Safety Standards 4 — Maximum Load
trailer load to eliminate trailer sway. Code (TIN)
2 — Size Designation 5 — Maximum Pressure
3 — Service Description 6 — Treadwear, Traction and
Temperature Grades
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NOTE: • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary
emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com-
• P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.
pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into
design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P”
the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example:
molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-
T145/80D18 103M.
tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H.
• High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design
• European — Metric tire sizing is based on European
standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded
design standards. Tires designed to this standard have 5
into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT.
the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with
the section width. The letter ⬙P⬙ is absent from this tire
size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H.
• LT (Light Truck) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.
design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric
tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the
letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced-
ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16.
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Tire Sizing Chart
EXAMPLE:
Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT
P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or
ⴖ....blank....ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or
LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards, or
T or S = Temporary spare tire or
31 = Overall diameter in inches (in)
215, 235, 145 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
65, 85, 80 = Aspect ratio in percent (%)
– Ratio of section height to section width of tire, or
10.5 = Section width in inches (in)
R = Construction code
– ⬙R⬙ means radial construction, or
– ⬙D⬙ means diagonal or bias construction
15, 16, 18 = Rim diameter in inches (in)
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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 5
– The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under
specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and
posted speed limits)
Load Identification:
Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire:
• XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or
• LL = Light load tire or
• C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure
Maximum Load – Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry
Maximum Pressure – Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire
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Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall
The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on
however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard
side of the tire.
with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the
date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
EXAMPLE:
DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301
DOT = Department of Transportation
– This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire
safety standards and is approved for highway use
MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits)
L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits)
ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits)
– 03 means the 3rd week
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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 represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991
Tire Terminology And Definitions 5
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, or driven
less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three
hours. Inflation pressure is measured in units of PSI (pounds per
square inch) or kPa (kilopascals).
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Term Definition
Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible
cold tire inflation pressure for this tire. The maximum inflation
pressure is molded into the sidewall.
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pres- Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure
sure as shown on the tire placard.
Tire Placard A label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehi-
cle’s loading capacity, the original equipment tire sizes and the
recommended cold tire inflation pressures.
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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.
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Safety
WARNING!
Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading WARNING!
can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and
• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can
increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the
cause collisions.
recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never
• Underinflation increases tire flexing and can result
overload them.
in overheating and tire failure.
• Overinflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION
shock. Objects on the road and chuckholes can
Tire Pressure cause damage that result in tire failure.
Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and • Overinflated or underinflated tires can affect ve-
satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Four primary areas hicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in
are affected by improper tire pressure: loss of vehicle control.
• Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob-
• Safety and Vehicle Stability lems. You could lose control of your vehicle.
• Economy
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• Tread Wear
• Ride Comfort
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Fuel Economy
WARNING! (Continued)
• Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance
to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the resulting in higher fuel consumption.
right or left. Tread Wear
• Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom-
mended cold tire inflation pressure. Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnor-
mal wear patterns and reduced tread life, resulting in the
Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the stability need for earlier tire replacement. 5
of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability
response or over responsiveness in the steering.
Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride.
NOTE: Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable
• Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause ride.
erratic and unpredictable steering response. Tire Inflation Pressures
• Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the
vehicle to drift left or right. driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side
door.
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At least once a month: (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The
cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum
• Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality
inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall.
pocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual
judgement when determining proper inflation. Tires Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range
may look properly inflated even when they are under- of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with
inflated. temperature changes.
• Inspect tires for signs of tire wear or visible damage. Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per
12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind
CAUTION! when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in
the Winter.
After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al-
Example: If garage temperature = 68°F (20°C) and the
ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent
outside temperature = 32°F (0°C) then the cold tire
moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem,
inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa),
which could damage the valve stem.
which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this
Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always outside temperature condition.
“cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation pressure is Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa)
defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure
driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile build up or your tire pressure will be too low.
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Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires
The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and
within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- WARNING!
tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires
speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle
important. Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle poorly. The instability could cause a collision. Al-
loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- ways use radial ply tires in sets of four. Never
tion. Refer to your authorized tire dealer or original combine them with other types of tires. 5
equipment vehicle dealer for recommended safe operat-
ing speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Tire Repair
If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it
WARNING! meets the following criteria:
High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- • The tire has not been driven on when flat.
mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your
tires could cause them to fail. You could have a • The damage is only on the tread section of your tire
serious collision. Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the (sidewall damage is not repairable).
maximum capacity at continuous speeds above • The puncture is no greater than a ¼ of an inch (6 mm).
75 mph (120 km/h).
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Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry
Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or
experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice. If your vehicle is equipped with Summer tires, be
diately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and aware these tires are not designed for Winter or cold
service description (Load Index and Speed Symbol). driving conditions. Install Winter tires on your vehicle
when ambient temperatures are less than 40°F (5°C) or if
Tire Types
roads are covered with ice or snow. For more informa-
All Season Tires — If Equipped tion, contact an authorized dealer.
All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring, Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or
Summer, Fall and Winter). Traction levels may vary mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use
between different all season tires. All season tires can be Summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may
identified by the M+S, M&S, M/S or MS designation on adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.
the tire sidewall. Use all season tires only in sets of four;
failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and
handling of your vehicle.
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Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what
WARNING!
was originally equipped with your vehicle and should
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph
could lose vehicle control, resulting in severe injury (120 km/h). For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to
or death. Driving too fast for conditions also creates original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for
the possibility of loss of vehicle control. recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold
tire inflation pressures.
Snow Tires
While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid 5
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be
during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro-
“mountain/snowflake” symbol on the tire sidewall. hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be
If you need snow tires, select tires checked before using these tire types.
equivalent in size and type to the origi- Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
nal equipment tires. Use snow tires
only in sets of four; failure to do so Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles
may adversely affect the safety and (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation
handling of your vehicle. pressure. This rapid loss of inflation is referred to as the
Run Flat mode. A Run Flat mode occurs when the tire
inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a
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Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited
CAUTION!
driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immedi-
ately. A Run Flat tire is not repairable. Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take
It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a
capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the run flat compact or limited-use temporary spare installed.
mode. Damage to the vehicle may result.
See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor- Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And
mation. Wheel — If Equipped
Spare Tires — If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and
wheel equivalent in look and function to the original
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit
equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle
instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit” in
of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire
“What To Do In Emergencies” for further information.
rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option,
refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended
tire rotation pattern.
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Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped Do not install more than one compact spare tire and
wheel on the vehicle at any given time.
The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only.
You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a
compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on WARNING!
the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the Compact spares are for temporary emergency use
driver’s side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire. only. With these spares, do not drive more than
Compact spare tire descriptions begin with the letter “T” 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have limited
or “S” preceding the size designation. Example: T145/ tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear 5
80D18 103M. indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be
T, S = Temporary Spare Tire replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which
apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip- spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled
on your vehicle at the first opportunity. Full Size Spare — If Equipped
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only.
conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the
wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire. front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare
tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn
to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size
534 STARTING AND OPERATING
spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as
WARNING!
your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the
original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In-
first opportunity. stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle
Limited-Use Spare — If Equipped handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the
speed listed on the limit-use spare wheel. Keep
The limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on
use only. This tire is identified by a label located on the your Tire and Loading Information Placard located
limited-use spare wheel. This label contains the driving on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the
limitations for this spare. This tire may look like the driver’s side door. Replace (or repair) the original
original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your equipment tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it
vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited-use spare on your vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss
tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same as of vehicle control.
your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the
original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the Tire Spinning
first opportunity. When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not
spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or
for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping.
STARTING AND OPERATING 535
Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-
age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some-
one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 5
30 mph (48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continu-
ously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
Tire Tread
Tread Wear Indicators
1 — Worn Tire
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires 2 — New Tire
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 a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). When the tread is
536 STARTING AND OPERATING
worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be
WARNING!
replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for
further information. Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six
Life Of Tire years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying You could lose control and have a collision resulting
factors including, but not limited to: in serious injury or death.
• Driving style. Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
• Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pressures can exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact
cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire with oil, grease, and gasoline.
tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread Replacement Tires
life, resulting in the need for earlier tire replacement.
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
• Distance driven. characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
• Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu-
higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva-
tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance
tenance schedule is highly recommended. when replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on
“Tread Wear Indicator”. Refer to the Tire and Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 537
Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for
WARNING!
the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and
Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
equipment tire sidewall. See the Tire Sizing Chart ex- that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
ample found in the “Tire Safety Information” section of of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
this manual for more information relating to the Load pension dimensions and performance characteris-
Index and Speed Symbol of a tire. tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict- 5
rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a sion components. You could lose control and have
wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
those of the original wheels. only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
It is recommended you contact your authorized tire • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
dealer or original equipment dealer with any questions capacity, other than what was originally equipped
you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect index could result in tire overloading and failure.
the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle. You could lose control and have a collision.
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538 STARTING AND OPERATING
• Install on front tires only.
WARNING! (Continued)
• Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Due to limited clearance, a 225/65R17 tire with a
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire Security Chain Company (SCC) Super Z6 low profile
failure and loss of vehicle control. traction device or equivalent is recommended.
WARNING!
CAUTION!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
ings.
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554 STARTING AND OPERATING
When switching fuel types: • Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully 5
compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your
• Add 5 gallons (19 liters) or more when refueling. engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be
• Drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at caused by these deposits, a supplemental gasoline
least 5 miles (8 km). additive, such as MOPAR Injector Cleanup or Techron
may be used.
Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard
starting and/or driveability problems during warm up.
556 STARTING AND OPERATING
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles until the engine is fully warmed up. These issues may be
(E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles improved with the use of seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel.
FFV vehicles operated on E-85 require specially formu- NOTE: Use of the engine block heater (if equipped) may
lated engine oils. These special requirements are included improve engine start time when using E-85 fuel when the
in MOPAR engine oils, and in equivalent oils meeting ambient temperature is less than 32°F (0°C).
FCA Material Standard MS-6395. It is recommended that
Cruising Range
engine oils that are API Certified and meet the require-
ments of Material Standard MS-6395 be used. MS-6395 Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter
contains additional requirements, developed during ex- than gasoline, an increase in fuel consumption will be
tensive fleet testing, to provide additional protection to experienced. The miles per gallon (mpg)/kilometers per
FCA US LLC engines. liter and the driving range will decrease by approxi-
mately 30%, compared to gasoline operation.
Starting
Replacement Parts
The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use
when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the All fuel and engine components in your Flexible Fuel
range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), an increase in the time Vehicle (FFV) are designed to be compatible with ethanol.
it takes for your engine to start may be experienced, and Ethanol compatible service components are required.
a deterioration in driveability (sags and/or hesitations)
STARTING AND OPERATING 557
CAUTION!
Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol
compatible components can damage your vehicle.
Maintenance
CAUTION! 5
Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your
vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and
may affect drivability.
Fuel Filler Cap
ADDING FUEL NOTE: The driver’s side sliding door cannot be opened
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) while the fuel door is open. This feature operates only
when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the
The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the
fuel door.
left side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged,
be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
558 STARTING AND OPERATING
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear Rim Size
axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size
evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or listed.
rear GAWR.
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Inflation Pressure The best way to figure out the total weight of your
vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for
This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for
operation. Weigh it on a commercial scale to ensure that
all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
it is not over the GVWR.
Curb Weight
Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight separately. It is important that you distribute the load
of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full evenly over the front and rear axles.
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo 5
loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and
values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension
commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are components do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s
added. GVWR.
Overloading Loading
The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty
wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items
service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the down low and be sure you distribute their weight as
front and rear GAWR. evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before
driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you
562 STARTING AND OPERATING
have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within Common Towing Definitions
the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight. The following trailer towing related definitions will assist
Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect you in understanding the following information:
on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way
the brakes operate. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue
and GAWRs. weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not
exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle
TRAILER TOWING Certification Label” in “Starting And Operating” for
In this section you will find safety tips and information further information.
on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all
review this information to tow your load as efficiently
cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem-
and safely as possible.
porary) loaded in or on the trailer in its ⬙loaded and
To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, ready for operation⬙ condition.
follow the requirements and recommendations in this
manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
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The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your Tongue Weight (TW)
fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the
of the trailer must be supported by the scale. hitch ball by the trailer. The recommended tongue weight
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is 10% to 15% of the vehicle’s GTW for a conventional
hitch. You must consider this as part of the load on your
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear
vehicle.
axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles
evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or Frontal Area
5
rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica- The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the
tion Label” in “Starting And Operating” for further maximum width of the front of a trailer.
information.
Trailer Sway Control
WARNING! The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping
It is important that you do not exceed the maximum link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric-
can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen
control of the vehicle and have a collision. any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling.
564 STARTING AND OPERATING
If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing
recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control
individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and
attempt to eliminate the trailer sway. contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.
Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load
Weight-Carrying Hitch
equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle
weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or and trailer configuration/loading to comply with Gross
some other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements.
of hitches are the most popular on the market today and
they are commonly used to tow small and medium sized WARNING!
trailers.
• An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch
Weight-Distributing Hitch system may reduce handling, stability, braking
A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- performance, and could result in a collision.
age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used • Weight Distributing Systems may not be compat-
for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the ible with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your
tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Rec-
in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it pro- reational Vehicle dealer for additional information.
vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent
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Trailer Hitch Classification
The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow
and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
GCWR (Gross
Engine/ Max. GTW (Gross Max. Tongue
Combined Weight Frontal Area
Transmission Trailer Weight) Weight
Rating)
3.6L/Automatic 8,750 lbs (3 968 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) Up to 2 persons & 360 lbs (163 kg)
Luggage 3,600 lbs
(1 632 kg)*
8,750 lbs (3 968 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 3 to 5 persons & 335 lbs (151 kg)
Luggage 3,350 lbs
(1 519 kg)*
8,750 lbs (3 968 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 6 to 7 persons & 300 lbs (136 kg)
Luggage 3,000 lbs
(1 360 kg)*
* For vehicles equipped with Fold-in-Floor seating, the Gross Trailer Weight must be reduced by 100 lbs (45 kg).
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
STARTING AND OPERATING 567
NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as
part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Loading Information placard. Refer to “Tire Safety
Information” in “Starting and Operating” for further
information.
Trailer And Tongue Weight
5
Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in
the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your
vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the
rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side Consider the following items when computing the
which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of • The tongue weight of the trailer.
many trailer collisions.
• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on put in or on your vehicle.
your bumper or trailer hitch.
• The weight of the driver and all passengers.
568 STARTING AND OPERATING
NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the
CAUTION!
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional
factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles
be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. (805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle
Refer to the “Tire And Loading Information” placard for or other parts could be damaged.
the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a
for your vehicle. trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h)
Towing Requirements and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps
the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- the heavier loads.
train components, the following guidelines are recom-
mended. Perform the maintenance listed in the “Maintenance
Schedule”. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the
proper maintenance intervals. When towing a trailer,
never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
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570 STARTING AND OPERATING
• Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
WARNING! (Continued)
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to
• Total weight must be distributed between the tow “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And Oper-
vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ating” for proper tire inflation procedures.
ratings are not exceeded:
• Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres-
1. GVWR sures before trailer usage.
2. GTW
• Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
3. GAWR before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General
4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch uti- Information” in “Starting And Operating” for the
lized. proper inspection procedure.
• When replacing tires, refer to “Tires – General Infor-
Towing Requirements — Tires mation” in “Starting And Operating” for the proper
• Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a
spare tire. higher load carrying capacity will not increase the
vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits.
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Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
WARNING!
• Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s
This could cause inadequate braking and possible hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
personal injury. system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have a
• An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is collision.
required when towing a trailer with electronically • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with 5
distance. When towing you should allow for addi-
a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle
brake controller is not required. in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a
• Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over collision.
1,000 lbs (453 kg) and required for trailers in excess of
2,000 lbs (907 kg). CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (453 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
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572 STARTING AND OPERATING
CAUTION! (Continued)
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
CONTENTS
䡵 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS . . . . . . . . . . .579 䡵 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .593
䡵 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . . . . . . .579
▫ Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .594
䡵 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . .580
▫ Spare Tire Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .594 6
▫ Tire Service Kit Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .580
▫ To Access Spare Tire Winch Drive Nut. . . . . . .595
▫ Tire Service Kit Components And Operation . .582
▫ Spare Tire Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .597
▫ Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions . . . . . . . . .583
▫ Spare Tire Removal Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .598
▫ Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit . . . . . . . .585
▫ Preparations For Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .600
䡵 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .591 ▫ Jacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .601
▫ Torque Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .591 ▫ Securing The Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . .608
578 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
▫ Road Tire Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610 䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . .616
䡵 JUMP-STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .612 䡵 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .617
▫ Preparations For Jump-Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . .619
▫ Jump-Starting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .614
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
lower center area of the instrument panel. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-
tion.
Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc- • On the highways — slow down.
tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming • In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission
traffic of an emergency. Push the switch a second time to in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.
turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down 6
This is an emergency warning system and it should not an impending overheat condition:
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
other motorists. system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position. heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control
to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
NOTE: With extended use, the Hazard Warning flashers
may wear down your battery.
580 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
WARNING! (Continued)
from the engine cooling system.
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
CAUTION! to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H”, pull TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED
over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
Small punctures up to 1/4 inch (6 mm) in the tire tread
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back
can be sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g.,
into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the
screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. Tire
“H”, turn the engine off immediately, and call for
Service Kit can be used in outside temperatures down to
service.
approximately -4°F (-20°C).
WARNING! This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you
to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km) with a
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine maximum speed of 55 mph (90 km/h).
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
Tire Service Kit Storage
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
The Tire Service Kit is stowed behind the rear left side
(Continued) trim panel in the rear cargo area.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 581
2. Turn the two rear left side trim panel latches to release
the trim panel.
(Continued)
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 585
Torque Patterns
After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be
Wheel Mounting Surface sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated
Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each against the wheel.
nut/bolt has been tightened twice.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 593
(Continued)
594 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
Jack Location Spare Tire Removal
The jack, jack handle and winch handle tools are stowed The spare tire is stowed inside a protective cover located
behind the rear left side trim panel in the rear cargo area. under the center of the vehicle between the front doors by
Turn the two cover latches to release the cover. means of a cable winch mechanism. The “spare tire
drive” nut is located on the floor, under a plastic cap at
the front of the floor console or under front super console
forward bin liner.
Super Console
1 — Lower Drawer
2 — Front Drawer
3 — Front Drawer Liner
1. Pull the lower drawer out from the rear of the floor
console to gain clear access of the tire winch drive nut.
596 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
2. Open the front drawer to expose the storage compart- Premium/Base/Cargo Center Console
ment. Pull the Winch Cover assembly plug (if equipped) to
3. Remove the liner from the console’s storage compart- access the winch drive nut.
ment to access the spare tire winch drive nut.
Assembled T-handle
1 — Spare Tire Hook/T-handle
2 — Extension 1
3 — Extension 2
598 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
Spare Tire Removal Instructions
The spare tire is located under the vehicle beneath the
center console area.
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use with the
winch T-handle only. Use of an air wrench or other
power tools is not recommended and can damage the 6
winch.
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on
locations other than those indicated in the Jacking
Instructions for this vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 603
6
Jack Locations
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
under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get
under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center
where it can be raised on a lift.
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.
WARNING! WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
result in serious injury. the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire
repaired or replaced immediately.
NOTE: Do not install the wheel cover on the compact
spare. 10. Place the deflated (flat) tire and compact spare tire
cover assembly in the rear cargo area. Do not stow 6
7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left.
the deflated tire in the compact spare tire location.
8. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in this section for Have the full-sized tire repaired or replaced, as soon
proper wheel lug nut torque. as possible.
9. Lower the jack to its fully-closed position. 11. Stow the cable and wheel spacer before driving the
vehicle. Reassemble the winch handle extensions to
form a “T” and fit the winch T-handle over the drive
nut. Rotate the nut to the right until the winch
mechanism clicks at least three times.
608 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
NOTE: Refer to the “Spare Tire Tools” section for instruc-
WARNING!
tions on assembling the T-handle.
12. Stow the jack, jack handle and winch handle tools A loose compact spare tire/cover assembly, thrown
back in the stowage compartment. forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger
the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the com-
13. Check the compact spare tire pressure as soon as pact spare tire with the cover assembly in the place
possible. Correct the tire pressure, as required. provided.
Securing The Compact Spare Tire
CAUTION!
1. Assemble the winch handle extensions to form a
T-handle and fit the winch T-handle over the drive The winch mechanism is designed for use with the
nut. Rotate the nut to the left until the winch mecha- winch T-handle only. Use of an air wrench or other
nism stops turning freely. This will allow enough slack power tools is not recommended and can damage the
in the cable to allow you to pull the wheel spacer out winch.
from under the vehicle.
2. Assemble the winch handle extensions to form the
spare tire hook, and pull the wheel spacer from under
the vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 609
3. Turn the compact spare tire so that the valve stem is
WARNING!
down, and place the tire into the compact spare tire/
cover assembly. Slide the wheel spacer through the Verify that both retainer tabs of the wheel spacer
center of the wheel and compact spare tire/cover assem- have been properly extended through the center of
bly, so that the two retainer tabs snap out and engage the the wheel and compact spare tire/cover assembly.
compact spare tire cover on the opposite side. Failure to properly engage both retainer tabs could
result in loss of the compact spare tire and cover
CAUTION! assembly, which will cause vehicle damage and may
cause loss of vehicle control and serious personal
The compact spare tire/cover assembly must be used 6
injury.
when the compact spare tire is stored. Failure to use
this cover could drastically reduce the life of the 4. Using the winch T-handle, rotate the drive nut to the
compact spare tire. right until the compact spare tire/cover assembly is
drawn into place against the underside of the vehicle.
5. Continue to rotate the nut to the right until you hear
the winch mechanism click three times. It cannot be
overtightened. Check under the vehicle to ensure the
compact spare tire/cover assembly is positioned cor-
rectly against the underside of the vehicle.
610 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed specifically to
stow a compact spare tire only. Do not attempt to use
the winch to stow the full size deflated tire, or any
other full-size tire, as the tire may not be held
securely. Vehicle damage may result.
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618 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the 5. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access
shift lever override access cover (located near the top hole, and push and hold the override release lever
right of the shift lever in the instrument panel). forward.
6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position.
7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
8. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover.
CONTENTS
䡵 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L . . . . . . . . . .623 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631
䡵 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .624 ▫ Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .632
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . .624 ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .634
䡵 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .635
PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .625
▫ Body Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .638 7
䡵 REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .627
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .638
䡵 DEALER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .627
▫ Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .640
䡵 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . .627
▫ Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .646
▫ Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .628
▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .648
▫ Engine Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631
622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From ▫ Front Side Marker Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .668
Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .650
▫ Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .668
▫ Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders . .656
▫ Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp . . . . . . . .668
䡵 FUSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .657
▫ Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) . .669
▫ Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . . . . .657
▫ License Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .670
䡵 VEHICLE STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .664
䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .670
䡵 REPLACEMENT BULBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .664
䡵 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE
䡵 BULB REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .666 PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .671
▫ High Intensity Discharge Headlamps ▫ Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .671
(HID) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .666
▫ Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .673
▫ Quad Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .667
▫ Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . .667
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L
WARNING! CAUTION!
• Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control
and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing device and may seriously reduce engine perfor-
CO, refer to “Safety Tips/Exhaust Gas” in “Things mance and cause serious damage to the engine.
To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
information. vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
• A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
over materials that can burn. Such materials might involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
be grass or leaves coming into contact with your performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. 7
exhaust system. Do not park or operate your ve- Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
hicle in areas where your exhaust system can con- malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
tact anything that can burn. resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.
634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age:
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
damage. motion.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed vehicle.
against you.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica- Maintenance-Free Battery
tions, should be obtained immediately. Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635
WARNING! CAUTION!
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean positive post and the negative cable is attached to
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- (+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In terminal posts and free of corrosion.
Emergencies” for further information. • If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not 7
a booster battery or any other booster source with use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other. Air Conditioner Maintenance
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories For best possible performance, your air conditioner should
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the
after handling. start of each warm season. This service should include
636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test.
CAUTION!
Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time.
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
WARNING! system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
• Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD, Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
for further warranty information. ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
• The air conditioning system contains refrigerant service be performed by authorized dealer or other
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected PAG compressor oil and refrigerants.
should be done by an experienced technician.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637
A/C Air Filter 4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper cover to the HVAC housing, and remove the cover.
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is
operating or personal injury may result.
The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind
the glove compartment. Perform the following procedure
to replace the filter: 7
1. Open the glove compartment and remove all contents.
2. Push in on the sides of the glove compartment and A/C Air Filter Replacement
lower the door. 5. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of
3. Pivot the glove compartment downward. the housing.
638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
cover. lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latching
CAUTION! components to ensure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
to properly install the filter will result in the need to
replace it more often. year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR Lock
7. Rotate the glove compartment door back into position. Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease, tions of salt or road film.
such as MOPAR Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 639
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt seconds to flush out any residual water.
from a dry windshield.
The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates.
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. WARNING!
NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- Commercially available windshield washer solvents
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
performance of blades may be present with chattering, must be exercised when filling or working around
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions the washer solution. 7
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary. After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a
few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or
Adding Washer Fluid
freezing the fluid on the cold windshield. MOPAR All
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the Weather Windshield Washer Solution or equivalent, used
rear window washer is shared. It is located in the engine
compartment and should be checked at regular intervals.
640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
with water as directed on the container, aids cleaning Coolant Checks
action, reduces the freezing point to avoid line clogging, Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
and is not harmful to paint or trim. months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
Cooling System applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the
system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with
WARNING! fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) only by an
authorized dealer. Check the front of the A/C condenser
• When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature down the face of the condenser.
controlled and can start at anytime the ignition
switch is in the ON position. Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, leaks.
do not open the hood until the radiator has had With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
pressure cap when the radiator is hot. proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 641
If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- Selection Of Coolant
freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in
bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill CAUTION!
NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine
needed to be added to the system please contact your damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
local authorized dealer. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool-
ant is different and should not be mixed with 7
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains
visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en-
flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat-
MS.90032). ible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper system in an emergency, the cooling system will
maintenance intervals. need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh
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642 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reduc-
CAUTION! (Continued)
ing this extended maintenance period, it is important that
OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an au- you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform-
thorized dealer as soon as possible. ing to MS.90032) throughout the life of your vehicle.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional Please review these recommendations for using Organic
rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze)
be compatible with the engine coolant and may that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard
plug the radiator. MS.90032. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with • We recommend using MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive
Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an- Technology) that meets the requirements of FCA Ma-
tifreeze) is not recommended. terial Standard MS.90032.
Adding Coolant • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant
that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard
Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
MS.90032 and distilled water. Use higher concentra-
coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032) that al-
tions (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below −34°F
lows extended maintenance intervals. This engine cool-
(−37°C) are anticipated. Please contact your authorized
ant (antifreeze) can be used up to ten years or 150,000
dealer for assistance.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 643
• Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) as soon as
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the possible.
engine cooling system.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
NOTE: The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
• It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the proper coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
level of protection against freezing according to the (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is recovery tank.
operated. The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any 7
• Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is WARNING!
needed to be added to the system, please contact your
local authorized dealer. • Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is
• Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
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644 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
WARNING! (Continued)
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to spills immediately.
build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding
or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the Coolant Level
system is hot or under pressure. The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en- engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
gine damage may result. (antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
no need to remove the radiator/coolant pressure cap
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once
engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
a month.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 645
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the
maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze)
the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032 needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion
should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. bottle must also be protected against freezing.
Points To Remember • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
for leaks.
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor- • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor- MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine protection of your engine which contains aluminum 7
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator. components.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
646 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
WARNING! (Continued)
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) possible brake damage. You would not have your full
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis- braking capacity in an emergency.
sions.
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
Brake System
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake when performing underhood services, or immediately if
system components should be inspected periodically. the “Brake System Warning Light” indicates system
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper failure.
maintenance intervals.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
WARNING!
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or cause leaking in the system.
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-
(Continued) ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 647
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
WARNING! (Continued)
pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed. • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Main- cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
taining Your Vehicle” for further information. fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
WARNING! cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
• Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
This could result in a collision.
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in 7
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
can severely damage your brake system and/or
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
(Continued)
reservoir.
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648 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• For chrome wheels, use MOPAR Chrome Cleaner or • Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
equivalent. with a clean, dry towel.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 653
• Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
• For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean, or a mild
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain.
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
• For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose and MOPAR Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid
Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please
a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-
gents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather
• Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of
upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not
protectants on Stain Repel products.
required to maintain the original condition.
Interior Care 7
Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and WARNING!
carpeting. Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
MOPAR Total Clean is specifically recommended for
leather upholstery.
654 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Cleaning Headlights
CAUTION!
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
Direct contact of air fresheners, insect repellents, lights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone break-
suntan lotions, or hand sanitizers to the plastic, age than glass headlights.
painted, or decorated surfaces of the interior may
cause permanent damage. Wipe away immediately. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
CAUTION! To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
Damage caused by these type of products may not be remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty. lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
CAUTION!
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton
based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as
damage to the seat may result.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 655
Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution may
be used, but do not use high alcohol content or
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a
with MOPAR Glass Cleaner, or any commercial
clean damp cloth.
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win- 2. Dry with a soft cloth.
dow equipped with electric defrosters or windows
Seat Belt Maintenance
equipped with radio antennas. Do not use scrapers or
other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements. Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
towel or cloth that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror. If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR Total Clean, a mild 7
soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. buckles do not work properly.
656 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Cleaning
WARNING!
The liner is top shelf dishwasher safe, or you may follow
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and the cleaning procedure below.
leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Soak the liner in a mixture of medium hot tap water and
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap. Let soak for
not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt approximately 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, pull the
assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they liner from the water and dip it back into the water about
have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web- six times. This will loosen any remaining debris. Rinse
bing, etc.). the liner thoroughly under warm running water. Shake
the excess water from the liner and dry the outer surfaces
Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders with a clean soft cloth.
Removal Installation
Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer starting Place the liner into the cupholder drawer and push the
at one edge to ease removal. liner into place so that the retention tabs seat into the
corresponding openings in the drawer.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 657
FUSES
WARNING! (Continued)
WARNING! • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air
bag system, braking system), power unit systems
• When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro- (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system
priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as blows, contact an authorized dealer.
the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another
fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
fuse with metal wires or any other material. Failure The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the
to use proper fuses may result in serious personal engine compartment near the battery. Refer to the appli-
injury, fire and/or property damage. cable “Engine Compartment” illustration in this section.
• Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. A 7
is off and that all the other services are switched off label that identifies each component may be printed or
and/or disengaged. embossed on the inside of the cover.
• If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho-
rized dealer.
658 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CAUTION!
• When installing the Totally Integrated Power Mod-
ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is
properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do
so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power
Module, and possibly result in a electrical system
failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If
Totally Integrated Power Module a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates
a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
Bulb Number
Center & Rear Dome Lamp 578
Center & Rear Reading Lamps 578
Front Door Courtesy Lamp 578
Front Header Reading Lamps – If Equipped 578
Instrument Cluster Lamps PC74
Liftgate Lamp(s) 578
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 665
Bulb Number
Overhead Console Reading Lamps PC579
Removable Console Lamp – If Equipped 194
Visor Vanity Lamps 6501966
NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement instructions.
Exterior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Headlamp – (Low and High Beam Halogen) H11LL 7
Headlamp (HID – If Equipped) Low Beam D1S
Fog Lamp – If Equipped H11LL
Front Side Marker W5W
Front Park/Turn Signal PY27/7W or 3757A
Rear Turn Signal Lamp 3757A
Rear Tail, Stop, and Side Marker Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
666 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Bulb Number
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Backup Lamp 3157
License 168
BULB REPLACEMENT yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo-
spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric
conditions change to allow the condensation to change
WARNING!
back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will usually A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of
accelerate the clearing process. High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps when the
High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) — If headlamp switch is turned ON. It may cause serious
Equipped electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop-
erly. See your authorized dealer for service.
The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlamp switch off and the key removed. Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 667
NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis-
CAUTION!
charge (HID) headlamps, when the headlamps are
turned on, there is a blue hue to the lamps. This dimin- Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
ishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
seconds, as the system charges. bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
Quad Headlamps bulb with rubbing alcohol.
1. Raise the hood to access the high or low beam bulbs at 5. Reconnect the wiring connector to the bulb.
the rear of the headlamp housing. Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps
2. Release the two tabs on the side of the connector and 1. Raise the hood to access the rear of the headlamp
remove the connector from the bulb. housing. 7
3. Twist the headlamp bulb and pull the bulb from the 2. Twist the turn signal socket and remove from the
headlamp housing. headlamp housing, then pull the bulb out.
4. Install the new headlamp bulb and twist until locked 3. Push the new bulb into the socket and reinstall the
into the headlamp housing. socket by twisting until locked into the headlamp
housing.
668 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Front Side Marker Lamp 1. From behind the bumper fascia, or the access panel on
the air dam, twist the bulb counterclockwise, and
1. Raise the hood to access the rear of the headlamp
remove bulb.
housing.
NOTE: Access is somewhat limited. You may have to CAUTION!
remove the inner fender well or remove the headlamp
housing for bulb replacement. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
2. Twist the socket and remove from the headlamp bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
housing, then pull the bulb out. bulb with rubbing alcohol.
3. Push the new bulb into the socket and reinstall the
2. Disconnect wire harness from the bulb.
socket by twisting until locked into the headlamp
housing. 3. Reconnect the wiring harness to the new bulb and
reinstall the bulb by twisting clockwise.
Front Fog Lamp
Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp
NOTE: Access to the fog lamp bulb is from the rear of
the fascia. On the left rear side of the fascia, remove the 1. Raise the liftgate.
push pin and lower the hinged access door on the air
dam.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 669
2. Remove the tail lamp assembly by removing the two NOTE:
screws from the inboard side. Use a fiber stick or • If a screwdriver is used, make sure a soft material is
similar tool to gently pry the light on the outboard side placed between the vehicle body and tool so not to
to disengage the two ball studs. scratch the paint.
• The PRY location is best closest to the studs while
dislodging them separately.
3. Twist the socket and remove it from the lamp assem-
bly.
4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.
7
5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the
lamp assembly.
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serviceable
Tail Lamp Mounting Screws separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly,
see your authorized dealer.
670 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
License Lamp 2. Twist and remove the socket from the lamp assembly
The license plate lamp is located under the tailgate light and pull the bulb out to remove.
bar and above the license plate. 3. Push the bulb into the socket, twist the socket into the
lamp assembly and reinstall the lamp assembly into
1. Using a small screwdriver, press inward the locking
tab on the outboard side of the lamp assembly and place ensuring the locking tab is secure.
pull down on the lamp assembly for removal.
FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 20 Gallons 76 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified). 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
Cooling System *
3.6L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or 13.4 Quarts 12.6 Liters
equivalent) meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. Add 2.9 Quarts (2.8 Liters) if equipped with a
rear heater.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 671
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
(Continued)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 673
Chassis
CONTENTS
䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .676 ▫ Maintenance Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .678
8
676 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
Instrument Panel” for further information.
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
concern for fleet customers.
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will Severe Duty All Models
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a • Check engine oil level.
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other • Check windshield washer fluid level.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 677
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
Required Maintenance Intervals.
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
page for the required maintenance intervals.
master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed.
100,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
110,000
Mileage or time passed
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
(whichever comes first)
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
128,000 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
112,000
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends,
X X X X X X X
boot seals, and replace if necessary.
Inspect the brake linings, replace as
X X X X X X X
necessary.
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. X X X X X
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. X X X X X X X
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 679
100,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
110,000
Mileage or time passed
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
(whichever comes first)
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Or Kilometers: 112,000
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
WARNING!
• You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve-
hicle could result in a component malfunction and
effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CONTENTS
䡵 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or
YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .683 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) . . . . . . . . . . . . .685
▫ Prepare For The Appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .683 ▫ Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .685
▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .683 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . .687
▫ Be Reasonable With Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . .683 䡵 MOPAR PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .687
䡵 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .683 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS . . . . . . . . . . . .687
▫ FCA US LLC Customer Center . . . . . . . . . . . .684 ▫ In The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .687 9
▫ FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center . . . . . . . . .684
▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .687
▫ In Mexico Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .685
䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS . . . . . . . . . . . .688
▫ Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands . . . . . . . .685
682 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .689
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES . . . . . . . .689
▫ Temperature Grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .690
▫ Treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .689
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 683
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests
YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your
Prepare For The Appointment vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with
the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have
At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental
the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All
vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it
work to be performed may not be covered by the
is advisable to make these arrangements when you call
warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service
for an appointment.
manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history. This can often provide a clue to the IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
current problem.
The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally
Prepare A List interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the with our products and services.
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. 9
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an
service advisor know. authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and
are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality
service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the
684 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and • Authorized dealer name
the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
correctly and in a timely manner.
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage
This is why you should always talk to an authorized
dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re- FCA US LLC Customer Center
solved with this process. P.O. Box 21–8004
• If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004
general manager or owner of the authorized dealer.
They want to know if you need assistance. Phone: (800) 247-9753
• If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the con- FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
cern, you may contact the manufacturer’s customer P.O. Box 1621
center.
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer cen-
Phone: (800) 465-2001 English / (800) 387-9983 French
ter should include the following information:
• Owner’s name and address
• Owner’s telephone number (home and office)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 685
In Mexico Contact Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 Impaired (TDD/TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-
Mexico, D. F. cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer
In Mexico City: 5081-7568 center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who
has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter
Outside Mexico City: 1-800-505-1300 (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the
Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands manufacturer by dialing 1-800-380-CHRY.
Customer Service Chrysler International Services LLC Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require
assistance can use the special needs relay service offered
P.O. Box 191857
by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711
San Juan 00919-1857 and for Voice callers, dial 1-800-855-0511 to connect with
Tel.: (787) 782-5757 a Bell Relay Service operator. 9
Fax: (787) 782-3345 Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle
to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected
repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited
686 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only We appreciate that you have made a major investment
the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date. If you the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their
have any questions about the service contract, call the sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer concerns.
Hotline at 1-800-521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800)
465-2001 English / (800) 387-9983 French). WARNING!
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only),
contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
is not responsible for any service contract other than the nents contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State
manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a ser- of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or
vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract, other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids
and you require service after the manufacturer’s New contained in vehicles and certain products of compo-
Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the nent wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the
contract documents, and contact the person listed in State of California to cause cancer and birth defects,
those documents. or other reproductive harm.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 687
WARRANTY INFORMATION If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
DVD, for the terms and provisions of FCA US LLC
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
individual problems between you, your authorized
MOPAR PARTS dealer, and the manufacturer.
MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- Hotline toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153),
mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Adminis-
operating at its best. trator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West
Building, Washington, D.C. 20590.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
You can also obtain other information about motor
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could In Canada 9
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
should contact the Customer Service Department immedi-
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
ately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect
manufacturer.
to the Canadian government should contact Transport
688 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at and/or components is written in straightforward lan-
1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/ guage with illustrations, diagrams, and charts.
10
692 INDEX
About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501 Maintaining Your Air Bag System . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .642 Side Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557 Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .639 Air Bag Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552 Air Bag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95, 126, 323
Adjust Air Bag Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .631
Rearward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189 Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .635
Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240 Air Conditioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449
Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Air Conditioning Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449
Advance Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Air Conditioning Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468, 637
Air Bag Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .467
Air Bag Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Air Conditioning, Rear Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . .454, 463
Driver Knee Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . .635, 636
Enhanced Accident Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . .449, 456, 635
Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Air Conditioning System, Zone Control. . . . . . . . . .449
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Air Pressure, Tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .527
If A Deployment Occurs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Alarm
Knee Impact Bolsters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
INDEX 693
Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .649
Tamper Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Fluid And Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .649
Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330 Fluid Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .649
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .649
Antenna, Satellite Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .389 Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .648, 673
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .641, 670 Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .486
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .644 Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .648
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .503 Torque Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .493
Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .333 Auto Up Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .650
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .327, 634
Assistance Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .327
Assist, Hill Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .506 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .612
Auto Down Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . .28
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 Saving Feature (Protection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Belts, Seat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226 Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .638 10
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . .456 B-Pillar Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .521
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . .481, 648, 649 Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .505
694 INDEX
Brake Control System, Electronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 Cargo Compartment
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .673 Luggage Carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501, 646 Cargo (Vehicle Loading) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290
Anti-Lock (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501 Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .650
Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .646 Center High Mounted Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .669
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .499 Certification Label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .559
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .325 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .538
Brake/Transmission Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .484 Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .593
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .666 Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .516
Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128, 664 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .625
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Calibration, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .357 Checks, Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Camera, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255 Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .670 Child Restraints
Caps, Filler Booster Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557 Center Seat LATCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .498 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .643 Child Seat Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116, 118
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125, 553 How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt . . . . . . .114
INDEX 695
Infants And Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Compass Variance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint . . . .112 Computer, Trip/Travel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Connector
Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 UCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .393
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children . . . . . .106 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) . . . . . . . . . .393
Older Children And Child Restraints . . . . . . . . .103 Conserving Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352
Seating Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291
Using The Top Tether Anchorage . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Console, Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291
Child Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Console, Overhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .257
Clean Air Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550 Console, Removable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .295
Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449 Contract, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .685
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368, 378, 393 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) . . . . . . . . . . .643
Coat Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 Cooling System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .640
Coin Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .642
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .479 Coolant Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .670
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .447 Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .640, 644
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533 Disposal Of Used Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .644 10
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .356 Drain, Flush, And Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .641
Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .357 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .644
696 INDEX
Points To Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .645 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .498
Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .643 Disabled Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .619
Radiator Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .643 Disposal
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . .641, 670, 671 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .644
Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .650 Door Ajar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332
Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .345 Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .280, 656 Door Locks
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .683 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Data Recorder, Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Dealer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .627 Door Opener, Garage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .261
Defroster, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 Driving
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Diagnostic System, Onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .624 Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495
Dimmer Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 Driving To Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy . . . . .352
Dipsticks DVD Player
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .649 (Video Entertainment System) . . . . . . . .400, 408, 409
Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .628
INDEX 697
E-85 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .554 Block Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .481
Economy (Fuel) Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .484 Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Electrical Power Outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274 Checking Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .628
Electric Remote Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138 Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .623
Electronic Brake Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 Compartment Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .623
Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .503 Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .640, 671
Traction Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .509 Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .640
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . . .242 Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125, 553
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .509 Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .479
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light . . . . . . . .329 Flooded, Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .479
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . . . .346 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549, 670
Emergency, In Case Of Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .628, 670, 671
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .579 Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631
Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .593, 601 Oil Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .629, 670
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .612 Oil Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .579 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .579
Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . .625 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .475 10
Engine Engine Oil Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630
698 INDEX
Enhanced Accident Response Feature . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .556
Entry System, Illuminated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .554, 555
Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550, 554 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557
Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .556
Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125, 553 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .556
Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125, 632 Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .479
Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128, 664 Floor Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291
Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .670
Filters Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631 Fluid Level Checks
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468, 637 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .649
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631, 671 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .646
Engine Oil Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .640
Flashers Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .498
Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .579 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . . .671
Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128, 342, 667 Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228, 668
Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232 Fog Light Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .668
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Fold in Floor (Stow ⬘N Go) Seating. . . . . . . . . . . . .200
Cruising Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .556 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616
INDEX 699
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549 Fuel Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352
Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .657
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552
Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550 Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . . . . . . . . .261, 268
Conserving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . .557, 559, 624
Economy Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .484 Gasoline, Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550
Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550, 554 Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557 Conserving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352
Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549 Gasoline, Reformulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336 Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .486
Materials Added . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552 Gear Select Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .617
Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
Octane Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549, 671 Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .655
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549, 670 Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .560, 563
Saver Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . .560, 562
Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .670 GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .560
Fuel, Flexible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .554 10
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557
Fuel Optimizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352
700 INDEX
Hazard Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Hook, Coat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290
Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .579 Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Headlights Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .654 Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227 Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232 Immobilizer (Sentry Key) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Time Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226 Information Center, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .346
Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226 Inside Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313, 342
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 Instrument Panel And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .655
Heater, Engine Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .481 Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .657
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .231 Interior Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .653
Hill Start Assist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .506 Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228
Hitches Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers). . . . . . . . . . . . .235
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .565 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener). . . . . . . . . . . . . .261
INDEX 701
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Lap/Shoulder Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Bluetooth Streaming Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . .185, 399 Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .594 Lead Free Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549
Jack Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .593 Leaks, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .612 Life Of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .536
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Key Fob Light Bulbs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Arm The Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128, 225
Disarm The Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95, 126, 323
Programming Additional Key Fobs . . . . . . . . . . .17 Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . . . .17 Back-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .668
Key-In Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
Keyless Enter-N-Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40, 476 Brake Assist Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .512
Keyless Entry System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Brake Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .325
Key, Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .664, 666
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Center Mounted Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .669 10
Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .345
Lane Change Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 Daytime Running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227
702 INDEX
Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .664, 666
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 Side Marker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .668
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228, 668 SmartBeams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .579 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . .339
Headlights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227 Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .512
High Beam/Low Beam Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128, 342, 667, 668
Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . . . .342
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 Loading Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290, 559, 561
License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .670 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .561
Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .521
Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336 Load Leveling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . . . .337 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .343, 667 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232 Lubrication, Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .638
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258 Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299
Rear Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .668 Lug Nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .591
Rear Tail Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .668
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 Maintenance Free Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .634
Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330 Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .627
INDEX 703
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .676 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .337, 625 Monitor, Tire Pressure System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .540
Manual, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .688 MOPAR Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .627, 687
Map/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258 MTBE/ETBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 Multi-Function Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230
Memory Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139, 219
Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550 New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Mini-Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549
Electric Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138 Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .628, 671
Exterior Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138 Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .670
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .629
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .628
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631, 671
Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141 Filter Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631 10
Mode Identification Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .629
Fuel Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352 Materials Added To . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631
704 INDEX
Pressure Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330 ParkSense System, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247
Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .629, 670 Pedals, Adjustable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240
Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630 Personal Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359
Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630, 670 Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Oil Filter, Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631 Placard, Tire And Loading Information . . . . . . . . . .522
Oil Filter, Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .631 Power
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501
Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .624 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) . . . . . . . . . . . . .261 Lift Gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136, 137 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . . . . . . . . .274
Overhead Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .257 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188
Overhead Travel Information Center . . . . . . . . . . . .257 Sliding Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .579 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .497, 498
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) . . . . . . . . . .4, 688 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .650 Power Seats
Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189
Parking Brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .499 Rearward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189
INDEX 705
Recline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190 Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .673 Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Reclining Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
Preparation For Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .600 Recorder, Event Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Pretensioners Recreational Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .575
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550
Programmable Electronic Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .359 Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .636
Reminder, Seat Belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .529 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) . . . . . . . . . . .643 Arm The Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Radio Frequency Disarm The Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 30, 35, 44 Programming Additional Key Fobs . . . . . . . . . . .17
Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448 Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . . . .17
Radio Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls . . . . . . . . .446
Rear Air Conditioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .454, 463 Remote Starting System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255 Removable Floor Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .295
Rear Cross Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .664 10
Rear Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .454 Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Rear ParkSense System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247 Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .627
706 INDEX
Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .536 Energy Management Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .687 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Restraint, Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196 Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Restraints, Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616 Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299 Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .539 Seat Belt Pretensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 Seat Belt Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .655
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .687 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64, 126
Safety, Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Adjustable Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Safety Information, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .514 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage . . . . . . . . .71
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Satellite Radio Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .389 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Schedule, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .676 Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64, 66, 68
Seat Belt Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . . . . .71 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) . . . . . . . . . . .78 Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
INDEX 707
Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Sentry Key Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .683
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .685
Untwisting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .688
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187, 189 Settings, Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187, 189, 194 Setting The Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368, 378, 393
Fold in Floor (Stow ⬘n Go) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 Shift Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .617
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188 Signals, Turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128, 230, 342, 667, 668
Reclining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195 Sliding Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Stow ⬘N Go (Fold in Floor) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 SmartBeams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232
Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330 Snow Chains (Tire Chains) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .538
Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .531
Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .532, 533, 534, 594
Tamper Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .671
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .671 Speed Control
SENTRY KEY Accel/Decel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .246 10
Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .244
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Resume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .244
708 INDEX
Speed Control (Cruise Control). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242 Stow ⬘N Go (Fold in Floor) Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .475 Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .475 Sun Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270
Cold Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .479 Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag . . . . . . . . .84
Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .479 Sway Control, Trailer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .513
Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Synthetic Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630
Starting And Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .475 System, Remote Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .475
Steering Telescoping Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .497, 498 Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . . . . . . . . .456
Tilt Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238 Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238
Wheel, Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239 Tire And Loading Information Placard . . . . . . .521, 522
Wheel, Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238 Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .514
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128, 526, 532, 689
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .446 Aging (Life Of Tires) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .536
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .664 Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526
Storage Bin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .538
Storage, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468, 664 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .593
Storing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .664 Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533
INDEX 709
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526, 532 Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .514
High Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .529 Tire Service Kit . . . . . . .580, 582, 583, 585, 586, 589, 590
Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .527 Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .567
Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .593, 601 Torque Converter Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .493
Life Of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .536 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .562
Load Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .521, 523 24-Hour Towing Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . .540 Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .619
Pressure Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339 Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .566
Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .689 Recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .575
Radial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .529 Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .566
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .536 Towing Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .539 Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome . . . . . . . . . . .575
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .514, 526 Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .494
Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .516 Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .509
Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .531 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .513
Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .532, 533, 534, 594 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .562
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .534 Cooling System Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .574 10
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .570 Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .565
Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .535 Minimum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .568
710 INDEX
Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573 Uconnect 130
Trailer And Tongue Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .567 Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode . . . . . . . .375
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .572 Operating Instructions CD Mode . . . . . . . . . . . .370
Trailer Towing Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .566 Operating Instructions Radio Mode . . . . . . . . . .367
Trailer Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .566 Playing MP3 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .372
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .648 Uconnect 130 With Satellite Radio
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .481, 648 Multimedia Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .388
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .648, 673 Operating Instructions Radio Mode . . . . . . . . . .376
Transmitter Battery Service Playing MP3 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .384
(Remote Keyless Entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Uconnect Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . . . .261 Umbrella Holder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . .21 Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .689
Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .393
Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .535 Universal Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .261
Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .342, 667, 668 Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
UCI Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .393
Uconnect Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
Advanced Phone Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169 Variance, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358
INDEX 711
Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .559 Water
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Driving Through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495
Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .523, 559, 561 Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50, 273
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Window Fogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468
Vehicle Security Alarm Arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Vehicle Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .468, 664 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Viscosity, Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630 Rear Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Voice Command Windshield Defroster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183 Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234, 639
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181 Windshield Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .638
Voice Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .638
Voice Recognition System (VR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181 Wipers, Intermittent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234, 235
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