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OWNER’S MANUAL
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of
With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name features and equipment that are either standard or op-
FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a
FCA 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 © 2017 FCA US LLC
SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
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CONTENTS
䡵 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . . . . . . .6
䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . . .7
4 INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC ve- Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
hicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, contains the information you desire.
distinctive styling, and high quality.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustra-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you tions may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
supplemented by Warranty Information, and various
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read
these publications carefully. Following the instructions and Consult the following table for a description of the symbols
recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this
enjoyable operation of your vehicle. Owner’s Manual:
NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it should
be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing, and
remain with the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained techni-
cians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about your
satisfaction.
INTRODUCTION 5
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may
This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- miss important information. Observe all Warnings and
ating procedures that could result in a collision, bodily Cautions.
injury and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONS against
procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle.
6 INTRODUCTION
VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not apply to body The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the
modifications or special equipment installed by van left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through
conversion/camper manufacturers/body builders. U.S. the windshield. This number also appears on the vehicle
residents refer to the Warranty Information book, Section frame and underbody as well as the Automobile Informa-
2.1.C. Canadian residents refer to the “What Is Not Cov- tion Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle,
ered” section of the Warranty Information book. Such the vehicle registration and title.
equipment includes video monitors, VCRs, heaters, stoves,
refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage and service on
these items, contact the applicable manufacturer.
Operating instructions for the special equipment installed
by the conversion/camper manufacturer should also be
supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions are miss-
ing, please contact your authorized dealer for assistance in
obtaining replacement documents from the applicable
manufacturer.
For information on the Body Builder’s Guide refer to
www.rambodybuilder.com. This website contains dimen-
sional and technical specifications for your vehicle. It is Vehicle Identification Number
intended for Second Stage Manufacturer’s technical sup-
NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
port. For service issues, contact your authorized dealer.
INTRODUCTION 7
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
1
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may
lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
2
CONTENTS
䡵 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ To Lock The Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ Programming Additional Key Fobs . . . . . . . . . . .16
▫ Locking Doors With A Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Key Fob Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
䡵 SENTRY KEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 䡵 DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
▫ Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ Locking The Doors From The Outside . . . . . . . .18
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ Unlock The Doors From The Outside. . . . . . . . . .19
䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .14 ▫ Unlocking The Rear Cargo Area From Inside The
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
▫ Rearming Of The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
▫ Sliding Side Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
▫ To Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
▫ Child Lock System — If Equipped. . . . . . . . . . . .20
▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
▫ Auto Unlock Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
▫ Security System Manual Override . . . . . . . . . . . .15
䡵 WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
▫ Power Windows — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
▫ To Unlock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
▫ Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ Important Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
䡵 SLIDING SIDE DOOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ Seat Belt Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
▫ Opening And Closing From Outside The Vehicle .24 ▫ Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) . . . . . . . . .38
▫ Opening And Closing From The Inside . . . . . . . .25 ▫ Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
▫ Child Lock System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
▫ Key Emergency Lock (KEL) Device . . . . . . . . . . .25 䡵 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . .68
䡵 DOUBLE REAR SWING DOORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 䡵 SAFETY TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
▫ Opening/Closing The First Swing Door From ▫ Transporting Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
The Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
▫ Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
▫ Emergency Opening Of The First Swing Door
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
From The Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
▫ Opening The Second Swing Door . . . . . . . . . . . .26
▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
䡵 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . .26 The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
▫ Occupant Restraint Systems Features . . . . . . . . .26
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal
The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key 1. Place the gear selector in PARK.
fob with an integrated key. To use the mechanical key, 2
2. Rotate the key to the STOP/OFF/LOCK position.
simply push the mechanical key release button.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder.
Key Fob
1 – Key Blade Release Button Ignition Switch Positions
2 – Driver Passenger Unlock Button 1 — STOP (OFF/LOCK)
3 – Lock Button 2 — MAR (ACC/ON/RUN)
4 – Cargo Lock/Unlock Button 3 — AVV (START)
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13
SENTRY KEY
CAUTION! (Continued)
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor- • The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat-
ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. 2
does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or problems and loss of security protection.
unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized ve- programmed to the vehicle electronics.
hicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are programmed Replacement Keys
to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the
NOTE: A key which has not been programmed is also vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once a
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the ignition Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
switch lock cylinder for that vehicle. programmed to any other vehicle. When having the Sentry
If the vehicle security light is on after the key is turned to Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys
the ON/RUN position, it indicates that there is a problem with you to an authorized dealer.
with the electronics. The VIN is required for authorized dealer replacement of
keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an autho-
CAUTION! rized dealer.
• Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
General Information signals. Every intrusion attempt causes three continuous
alarm cycles. Every alarm cycle lasts for 30 seconds. For 26
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
seconds, the horn will sound, and the turn signal lights will
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
flash. For four seconds, it will pause. After a maximum of
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and 10 alarm cycles, only the turn signal lights will flash until
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). the next alarm activation.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
Rearming Of The System
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
If the system has not been disabled, the Vehicle Security
2. This device must accept any interference received, in- Alarm will rearm itself after processing all the alarm cycles
cluding interference that may cause undesired opera- related to the intrusion attempt. If the condition which
tion. initiated the alarm is still present, the system will ignore
that condition and monitor the remaining doors and igni-
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
tion.
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment. To Arm The System
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm will set when you use the key
fob to lock the doors. If a door or the hood is not properly
The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors and shut, the alarm system will exclude the related door from
ignition for unauthorized operation. When the Vehicle protection.
Security Alarm is activated, interior switches for door locks
are disabled. The system provides both audible and visible
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15
To Disarm The System NOTE: The key fob may not be able to be detected by the
vehicle if it is located next to a mobile phone, laptop or
Use the key fob to unlock the door and disarm the system.
other electronic device; these devices may block the key
To exit the alarming mode, push the key fob unlock button 2
fob’s wireless signal.
and open the door.
The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your
vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the
system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously
described arming sequences has occurred, the vehicle
security alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in
the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a
door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the
vehicle security alarm.
Security System Manual Override
The vehicle security alarm will not arm if you lock the
doors using the manual door lock plunger.
Key Fob
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
1 – Key Blade Release Button
This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors from 2 – Driver Passenger Unlock Button
distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand- 3 – Lock Button
held key fob. The key fob does not need to be pointed at the 4 – Cargo Lock/Unlock Button
vehicle to activate the system.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
To Unlock The Doors Programming Additional Key Fobs
Cargo Vehicle (Canada) — If Equipped Refer to “Sentry Key” in this section for further informa-
tion.
Push and release the unlock button on key fob to unlock
the front two doors. Push and release the Cargo unlock If you do not have a programmed key fob, contact your
button on key fob to unlock the cargo area (side lateral authorized dealer for details.
sliding doors and rear doors). The turn signal lights will
Key Fob Battery Replacement
flash to acknowledge the unlock signal.
NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply.
Cargo Vehicle (United States) — If Equipped
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Push and release the unlock button on key fob to unlock all
The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.
doors. Push and release the Cargo unlock button on key
fob to unlock the cargo doors. The turn signal lights will 1. Push the mechanical key release button and release the
flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. mechanical key to access the battery case screw located
Passenger Vehicle on the side of the key fob.
Push and release the unlock button on key fob to unlock all 2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the key fob using
doors. Push and release the Cargo unlock button on key a small screwdriver.
fob to unlock the cargo doors. The turn signal lights will
flash to acknowledge the unlock signal.
To Lock The Doors
Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all
doors. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will
chirp to acknowledge the signal.
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General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio
Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: 2
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
Key Fob Screw Location NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
3. Take out the battery case. Remove and replace the by the party responsible for compliance could void the
battery observing its polarity. user’s authority to operate the equipment.
4. Refit the battery case inside the key fob and turn the
screw to lock it into place.
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DOOR LOCKS Locking The Doors From The Outside
Locking With A Key Fob
NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the
Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually
raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll
down the window, and open the door using the outside
door handle.
Auto Unlock Doors
This feature unlocks all doors when the driver door is
open.
Power Window Switch Panel
NOTE: If the passenger door is open, only the passenger
door is unlocked. This procedure is the same for the rear 1 – Rear Window Control Buttons – If Equipped
and side doors as well. 2 – Driver Passenger Window Control Buttons
3 – Passenger Window Lock Button
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Auto-Up Feature • On the rear doors (in addition to the condition for the
Lift the window switch to the detent for half a second, front doors)
release, and the window will go up automatically. • Fuse or battery are disconnected when the window is 2
moving.
To stop the window from going all the way up during the
• The anti-pinching system is activated while the win-
auto-up operation, pull up/push down on the switch briefly.
dow is moving and the door is opening.
To close the window part way, lift the window switch to • 50 window movements without ever closing the win-
the detent for less than half a second and release it when dow.
you want the window to stop. • One door opening movements with the window mov-
ing, without ever closing the door.
WARNING! • One door opening movement with the window mov-
There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is ing, without ever closing the door.
almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the Proceed as follows for initialization:
window before closing.
1. Completely close the driver’s door window, keeping the
Power Windows System Initialization operating button pushed for at least five seconds after
the (upper) end of travel position.
The power windows may be reset if any of the following
occurs: 2. Proceed in the same way on the passenger’s side door
• On the front doors button and on the buttons of rear doors.
• Fuse or battery are disconnected when the window is
moving.
• 20 window movements without ever closing the win-
dow.
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Wind Buffeting Opening/Unlocking With A Key Fob In the Canadian
Cargo Vehicle (If Equipped)
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure
on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle Push and release the unlock button on the key fob to unlock
may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down in certain the front two doors. Push and release the cargo unlock button
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence on the key fob once to unlock the passenger/cargo area (side
and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs open the front lateral sliding doors and rear doors). The turn signal lights will
windows together to minimize the buffeting. flash to acknowledge the unlock signal.
On Cargo versions, the sliding side door is fitted with a Push the key blade release button to expose the key blade,
spring-loaded latch that stops the door from opening any insert the key blade into the driver door exterior lock
further. To lock it, simply push the door as far as it will go; cylinder and turn the key counterclockwise to unlock all
to unlock it, pull forward firmly. doors.
Opening And Closing From Outside The Vehicle Closing/Locking With A Key Fob
Opening/Unlocking With A Key Fob In the Passenger Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all
Vehicle and US Cargo Vehicle (If Equipped) doors, including the cargo area (side lateral sliding doors
and rear doors). The turn signal lights will flash and the
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob to horn will chirp to acknowledge the lock signal.
unlock all doors.
Locking With The Key Blade
Push the key blade release button to expose the key blade,
insert the key blade into the driver door exterior lock
cylinder and turn the key clockwise to lock all doors.
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Opening And Closing From The Inside The device can be engaged with the sliding side doors
open as follows:
Opening:
Pull the interior door handle switch to unlock the door, 1. Key Emergency Lock Device not engaged (doors re- 2
then pull the handle and slide the door towards the rear of leased)
the vehicle until it can go no further. 2. Key Emergency Lock Device engaged (fit the ignition
Closing: key in its seat and rotate clockwise), door locked
Pull the interior door handle switch to release the door and The device is released and the doors can be opened as
then push it towards the front of the vehicle. follows:
• For versions with swing door: local unlocking/locking. Occupant Restraint Systems Features
Opening/Closing The First Swing Door From The • Seat Belt Systems
Outside • Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags
To open the door, turn the key in the lock or push the cargo • Child Restraints
unlock button on the key fob and then pull the exterior
Some of the safety features described in this section may be
handle to the left. To close the door, turn the key in the lock
standard equipment on some models, or may be optional
or push the lock button on the key fob.
equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask your autho-
rized dealer.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27
Important Safety Precautions 4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind
them or under their arm.
Please pay close attention to the information in this section.
It tells you how to use your restraint system properly, to 5. You should read the instructions provided with your 2
keep you and your passengers as safe as possible. child restraint to make sure that you are using it
Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the properly.
risk of harm from a deploying air bag: 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoul-
1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride der belts properly.
buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat. 7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved
2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing child back as far as practical to allow the front air bags room
restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the to inflate.
seat as far back as possible and use the proper child 8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle
restraint (refer to “Child Restraints” in this section for has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the side air
further information). bags will inflate forcefully into the space between occu-
3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat pants and the door and occupants could be injured.
belt properly (refer to “Child Restraints” in this section 9. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified
for further information) should be secured in a vehicle to accommodate a disabled person, refer to the “If You
with a rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning Need Consumer Assistance” section for customer ser-
booster seats. Older children who do not use child vice contact information.
restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride
properly buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat.
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)
WARNING!
Driver And Passenger BeltAlert — If Equipped
• Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an
air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver
cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or and outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with
younger, including a child in a rear-facing child outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) to buckle their
restraint. seat belts. The Belt Alert feature is active whenever the
• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN position.
with a rear seat. Initial Indication
Seat Belt Systems If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first
Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on in the START or ON/RUN position, a chime will signal for
short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and a few seconds. If the driver or outboard front seat passen-
could cause a collision that includes you. This can happen ger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat
far away from home or on your own street. BeltAlert) is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in
the START or ON/RUN position the Seat Belt Reminder
Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can Light will turn on and remain on until both outboard front
reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the seat belts are buckled. The outboard front passenger seat
worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the BeltAlert is not active when an outboard front passenger
vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the seat is unoccupied.
risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle.
Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29
BeltAlert Warning Sequence are placed on the outboard front passenger seat or when
the seat is folded flat (if equipped). It is recommended that
The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the vehicle
pets be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped) in pet 2
is moving above a specified vehicle speed range and the driver
harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts, and
or outboard front seat passenger is unbuckled (if equipped
cargo is properly stowed.
with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) (the outboard
front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the outboard BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your autho-
front passenger seat is unoccupied). The BeltAlert warning rized dealer. FCA US LLC does not recommend deactivat-
sequence starts by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and ing BeltAlert.
sounding an intermittent chime. Once the BeltAlert warning
sequence has completed, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will NOTE: If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or
remain on until the seat belts are buckled. The BeltAlert outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard
warning sequence may repeat based on vehicle speed until the front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled the Seat Belt
driver and occupied outboard front seat passenger seat belts Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until the driver
are buckled. The driver should instruct all occupants to buckle and outboard front seat passenger seat belts are buckled.
their seat belts. Lap/Shoulder Belts
Change Of Status All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with
If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped lap/shoulder belts.
with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) unbuckles The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very
their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling, the BeltAlert sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder
warning sequence will begin until the seat belts are buck- part of the seat belt to move freely with you under normal
led again. conditions. However, in a collision the seat belt will lock
The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or
when the outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied. being thrown out of the vehicle.
BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or other items
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Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”
1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust
the seat.
2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front
seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles
equipped with a rear seat). Grasp the latch plate and
pull out the seat belt. Slide the latch plate up the
webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go
around your lap.
Adjustable Anchorage
NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is
equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the
shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward
position without pushing or squeezing the release button.
To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched, pull
downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked
Adjustable Anchorage
into position.
As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer
the shoulder belt anchorage in a lower position, and if you
are taller than average, you will prefer the shoulder belt
anchorage in a higher position. After you release the
anchorage button, try to move it up or down to make sure
that it is locked in position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
WARNING!
• Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your 2
injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer
internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the
seat belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat
belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too.
• Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and
chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort-
able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will
withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt.
• Misadjustment of the seat belt could reduce the
effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.
WARNING!
• Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an
air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can
cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or
younger, including a child in a rear-facing child
Passenger Vehicle Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) restraint.
Locations
• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle
If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR with a rear seat.
and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt
webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode
WARNING! (Continued)
1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to restrain
2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until occupants who are wearing the seat belt or children
the entire seat belt is extracted. who are using booster seats. The locked mode is only
used to install rear-facing or forward-facing child
3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts, restraints that have a harness for restraining the
you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat child.
belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode.
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode
Some of the safety features described in this section may be
Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it
standard equipment on some models, or may be optional
to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking
equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask your autho-
Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) lock-
rized dealer.
ing mode.
The air bag system must be ready to protect you in a
WARNING! collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) moni-
tors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring asso-
• The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the ciated with the electrical Air Bag System Components.
switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) fea- Your vehicle may be equipped with the following Air Bag
ture or any other seat belt function is not working System Components:
properly when checked according to the procedures
in the Service Manual. Air Bag System Components
• Failure to replace the seat belt assembly could in- • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
crease the risk of injury in collisions. • Air Bag Warning Light
(Continued)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39
• Steering Wheel and Column The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the
instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds
• Instrument Panel
for a self-check when the ignition switch is in the MAR/
2
• Knee Impact Bolsters ACC/ON/RUN position. After the self-check, the Air Bag
• Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags Warning Light will turn off. If the ORC detects a malfunc-
tion in any part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag
• Supplemental Side Air Bags Warning Light, either momentarily or continuously. A
• Supplemental Knee Air Bags single chime will sound to alert you if the light comes on
again after initial startup.
• Front and Side Impact Sensors
The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the
• Seat Belt Pretensioners
instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is
• Seat Belt Buckle Switch detected that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos-
Air Bag Warning Light tics also record the nature of the malfunction. While the air
bag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the
The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air
parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition bag system immediately.
switch is in the AVV/START or MAR/ACC/
• The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during the
ON/RUN position. If the ignition switch is in the
four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is first in
STOP/OFF/LOCK position the air bag system is not on
the MAR/ACC/ON/RUN position.
and the air bags will not inflate.
• The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to
The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may
eight-second interval.
deploy the air bag system even if the battery loses power or
it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. • The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving.
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine
related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. In this condition
the air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection.
Have an authorized dealer service the air bag system
immediately.
WARNING!
Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instrument
panel could mean you won’t have the air bag system to
protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on
as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on,
Advanced Front Air Bag/Knee Impact Bolster Locations
stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as
you drive, have an authorized dealer service the air bag 1 — Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bags
system immediately. 2 — Passenger Knee Impact Bolster/Supplemental Passenger Knee
Air Bag
3 — Driver Knee Impact Bolster/Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
Front Air Bags
This vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulder belts for both
the driver and front passenger. The front air bags are a WARNING!
supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver front • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument
air bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The panel during front air bag deployment could cause
passenger front air bag is mounted in the instrument panel, serious injury, including death. Air bags need room
above the glove compartment. The words “SRS AIRBAG” or
“AIRBAG” are embossed on the air bag covers (Continued)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41
This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front
WARNING! (Continued)
passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the
to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled. The seat belt
to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. 2
buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Ad-
• Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an vanced Front Air Bags.
air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can
cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or WARNING!
younger, including a child in a rear-facing child
restraint. • No objects should be placed over or near the air bag
• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle on the instrument panel or steering wheel because
with a rear seat. any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in
a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to
Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features inflate.
The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver • Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers
and front passenger air bags. This system provides output or attempt to open them manually. You may damage
appropriate to the severity and type of collision as deter- the air bags and you could be injured because the air
mined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which bags may no longer be functional. The protective
may receive information from the front impact sensors (if covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open
equipped) or other system components. only when the air bags are inflating.
• Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more
The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with
impact that requires air bag deployment. A low energy your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some
output is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear
output is used for more severe collisions. your seat belts even though you have air bags.
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Front Air Bag Operation When the ORC detects a collision requiring the front air
bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of
Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protec-
non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the front air bags.
tion by supplementing the seat belts. Front air bags are not
expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side
rollover collisions. The front air bags will not deploy in all of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as
frontal collisions, including some that may produce sub- the air bags inflate to their full size. The front air bags fully
stantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole colli- inflate in less time than it takes to blink your eyes. The
sions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions. front air bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain
the driver and front passenger.
On the other hand, depending on the type and location of
impact, front air bags may deploy in crashes with little Knee Impact Bolsters
vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe initial
The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the
deceleration.
driver and front passenger, and position the front occu-
Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over pants for improved interaction with the front air bags.
time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not
good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have WARNING!
deployed.
• Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee impact
Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all collisions, bolsters in any way.
and also are needed to help keep you in position, away • Do not mount any accessories to the knee impact
from an inflating air bag. bolsters such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band
radios, etc.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43
Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
2
This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee
Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the
steering column. The Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
provides enhanced protection during a frontal impact by
working together with the seat belts, pretensioners, and
front air bags.
Supplemental Side Air Bags
Your vehicle is equipped with two types of supplemental
Side Air Bags: Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag Label
1. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs): The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury
Located in the outboard side of the front seats. The during certain side impacts, in addition to the injury
SABs are marked with a “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIR- reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body
BAG” label sewn into the outboard side of the seats. structure.
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the outboard
side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB deploys
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
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
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC)
could be adversely affected and/or objects could be
Label Location
pushed into you, causing serious injury.
SABICs may help reduce the risk of head and other injuries
2. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side
(SABICs): Located above the side windows. The trim impacts, in addition to the injury reduction potential
covering the SABICs is labeled “SRS AIRBAG” or provided by the seat belts and body structure.
“AIRBAG.”
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45
The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side windows. The SABICs and SABs (Side Air Bags) are designed to
An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the headliner activate in certain side impacts. The Occupant Restraint
out of the way and covers the window. The SABICs inflate Controller (ORC) determines whether the deployment of 2
with enough force to injure occupants if they are not belted the Side Air Bags in a particular impact event is appropri-
and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area ate, based on the severity and type of collision. The side
where the SABICs inflate. Children are at an even greater risk impact sensors aid the ORC in determining the appropriate
of injury from a deploying air bag. response to impact events. The system is calibrated to
deploy the Side Air Bags on the impact side of the vehicle
WARNING! during impacts that require Side Air Bag occupant protec-
tion. In side impacts, the Side Air Bags deploy indepen-
• Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough dently; a left side impact deploys the left Side Air Bags only
to block the deployment of the SABICs. The trim and a right-side impact deploys the right Side Air Bags
covering above the side windows where the SABIC only. Vehicle damage by itself is not a good indicator of
and its deployment path are located should remain whether or not Side Air Bags should have deployed.
free from any obstructions.
• In order for the SABICs to work as intended, do not The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions,
install any accessory items in your vehicle which including some collisions at certain angles, or some side
could alter the roof. Do not add an aftermarket collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger com-
sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that partment. The Side Air Bags may deploy during angled or
require permanent attachments (bolts or screws) for offset frontal collisions where the front air bags deploy.
installation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint
roof of the vehicle for any reason. system. Side Air Bags deploy in less time than it takes to
blink your eyes.
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING! WARNING!
• Occupants, including children, who are up against or • Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean
very close to Side Air Bags can be seriously injured against the door or window. Sit upright in the center
or killed. Occupants, including children, should of the seat.
never lean on or sleep against the door, side win- • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during deploy-
dows, or area where the side air bags inflate, even if ment could cause you to be severely injured or
they are in an infant or child restraint. killed.
• Seat belts (and child restraints where appropriate) • Relying on the Side Air Bags alone could lead to
are necessary for your protection in all collisions. more severe injuries in a collision. The Side Air Bags
They also help keep you in position, away from an work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In
inflating Side Air Bag. To get the best protection some collisions, Side Air Bags won’t deploy at all.
from the Side Air Bags, occupants must wear their Always wear your seat belt even though you have
seat belts properly and sit upright with their backs Side Air Bags.
against the seats. Children must be properly re-
strained in a child restraint or booster seat that is NOTE: Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior
appropriate for the size of the child. trim, but they will open during air bag deployment.
The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete
ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in
certain side impact events.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47
The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all
internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the
with electrical Air Bag System Components listed below: air bag system.
2
Air Bag System Components If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any
• Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) or all of the following may occur:
• The air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions
• Air Bag Warning Light
and/or skin reddening to the occupants as the air bags
• Steering Wheel and Column deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction
• Instrument Panel rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet
or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact with
• Knee Impact Bolsters chemicals. They are not permanent and normally heal
• Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags quickly. However, if you haven’t healed significantly
within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your
• Supplemental Side Air Bags
doctor immediately.
• Supplemental Knee Air Bags
• As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like
• Front and Side Impact Sensors particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the
• Seat Belt Pretensioners process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air bag
inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin,
• Seat Belt Buckle Switch eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse
If A Deployment Occurs the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move
to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If
The front air bags are designed to deflate immediately after these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment
deployment. manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning.
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. Enhanced Accident Response System
If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will In the event of an impact, if the communication network
not be in place to protect you. remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending
on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine whether
WARNING! to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform
Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot the following functions:
protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat • Cut off fuel to the engine.
belt pretensioners, and the seat belt retractor assem-
• Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or
blies replaced by an authorized dealer immediately.
until the hazard light button is pressed. The hazard
Also, have the Occupant Restraint Controller System
lights can be deactivated by pressing the hazard light
serviced as well.
button.
NOTE: • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
• Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, the battery has power or for 15 minutes from the
but they will open during air bag deployment. intervention of the Enhanced Accident Response Sys-
tem.
• After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an
authorized dealer immediately. • Unlock the power door locks.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset
WARNING! (Continued)
Procedure
• It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air bag
In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who works on 2
functions after an event, the ignition switch must be your vehicle that it has an air bag system.
changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition OFF. • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may
compartment and on the ground near the engine compart- not function properly if modifications are made.
ment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air
the engine. bag system service. If your seat, including your trim
Maintaining Your Air Bag System cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in any way
(including removal or loosening/tightening of seat
WARNING! attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized
dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories
• Modifications to any part of the air bag system could may be used. If it is necessary to modify the air bag
cause it to fail when you need it. You could be system for persons with disabilities, contact your
injured if the air bag system is not there to protect authorized dealer.
you. Do not modify the components or wiring, in-
cluding adding any kind of badges or stickers to the Event Data Recorder (EDR)
steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder
of the instrument panel. Do not modify the front (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain
bumper, vehicle body structure, or add aftermarket crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag
side steps or running boards. deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist
in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.
(Continued)
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read
dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, the information if they have access to the vehicle or the
typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is EDR.
designed to record such data as:
Child Restraints
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts times, including babies and children. Every state in the
were buckled/fastened; United States, and every Canadian province, requires that
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accel- small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the
erator and/or brake pedal; and, law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
• How fast the vehicle was traveling. Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled
up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics,
These data can help provide a better understanding of the children are safer when properly restrained in the rear
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. seats rather than in the front.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a
non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the WARNING!
EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data
In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a
(e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded.
projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold
However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could com-
even an infant on your lap could become so great that
bine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data
you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you
routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
are. The child and others could be badly injured. Any
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper
required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In restraint for the child’s size.
addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51
There are different sizes and types of restraints for children NOTE:
from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an • For additional information, refer to www.safercar.gov/
adult safety belt. Always check the child seat Owner’s parents/index.htm or call: 1–888–327–4236 2
Manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your
child. Carefully read and follow all the instructions and • Canadian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s
warnings in the child restraint Owner’s Manual and on all website for additional information: http://
the labels attached to the child restraint. www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehiclesafety/safedrivers-
childsafety-index-53.htm
Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a
label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Stan-
dards. You should also make sure that you can install it in
the vehicle where you will use it.
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
Restraint Type Combined Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below
Weight of the LATCH – Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower Seat Belt + Top
Child + Child Anchors Only Anchors + Top Tether Anchor
Restraint Tether Anchor
Rear-Facing Up to 65 lbs X X
Child Restraint (29.5 kg)
Rear-Facing More than 65 lbs X
Child Restraint (29.5 kg)
Forward-Facing Up to 65 lbs X X
Child Restraint (29.5 kg)
Forward-Facing More than 65 lbs X
Child Restraint (29.5 kg)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55
Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) seating positions, the seat belt must be used with the top tether
Restraint System anchorage to install the child restraint. Please see the following
table for more information.
2
LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In
This Vehicle
LATCH Label
Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage
system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and
Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle
anchor points for installing LATCH-equipped child seats.
There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat
cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether Lower Anchor / Top Tether Locations (Passenger Vehicle)
anchorage located behind the seating position. These anchor- • Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchorages Per
ages are used to install LATCH-equipped child seats without Seating Position)
using the vehicle’s seat belts. Some seating positions may have • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol
a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages. In these
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
LATCH Anchorages
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Locating Tether Anchorages anchorage. Forward-facing child restraints and some rear-
facing child restraints will also be equipped with a tether
strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach
There are tether strap anchorages behind each
rear seating position located on the back of the to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap
after it is attached to the anchorage.
seat.
Center Seat LATCH :
WARNING!
• Do not install a child restraint in the center position
using the LATCH system. This position is not ap-
proved for installing child seats using the LATCH
attachments. You must use the seat belt and tether
anchor to install a child seat in the center seating
position.
• Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more
than one child restraint. Please refer to “To Install A
LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint” for typical in-
Tether Anchorage Locations
stallation instructions.
LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be
equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu-
Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower facturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child
anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the restraint systems will be installed as described here.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59
To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint 5. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint
rearward and downward into the seat. Remove slack in
If the selected seating position has a Switchable Automatic
the straps according to the child restraint manufactur-
Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat belt, 2
er’s instructions.
following the instructions below. See the section “Installing
Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” to check what 6. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling
type of seat belt each seating position has. back and forth on the child seat at the belt path. It
should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any
1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether
direction.
strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the
hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR)
2. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for Seat Belt:
that seating position. For some second row seats, you When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child
may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being used by
restraint to get a better fit. If the rear seat can be moved other occupants or being used to secure child restraints. An
forward and rearward in the vehicle, you may wish to unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and
move it to its rear-most position to make room for the accidentally lock the seat belt retractor. Before installing a
child seat. You may also move the front seat forward to child restraint using the LATCH system, buckle the seat
allow more room for the child seat. belt behind the child restraint and out of the child’s reach.
If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint
3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint
installation, instead of buckling it behind the child re-
to the lower anchorages in the selected seating position.
straint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt
4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the path and then buckle it. Do not lock the seat belt. Remind
top tether anchorage. See the section “Installing Child all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and
Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage” for direc- that they should not play with them.
tions to attach a tether anchor.
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING! WARNING!
• Improper installation of a child restraint to the • Improper installation or failure to properly secure a
LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The
straint. The child could be badly injured or killed. child could be badly injured or killed.
Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions • Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions
exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
• Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand
only those loads imposed by correctly-fitted child The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are
restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor
used for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for attaching (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat
other items or equipment to the vehicle. belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not
necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the
Belt webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing
Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in retract back into the retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will
vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into
lap/shoulder belt. the retractor. Refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode”
description in “Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors
(ALR)” under “Occupant Restraint Systems” for additional
information on ALR.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child
Restraints In This Vehicle
2
Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts
Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the Yes Contact between the front passenger seat and
back of the front passenger seat? the child restraint is allowed, if the child re-
straint manufacturer also allows contact.
Can the head restraints be removed? Yes Second Row: The head restraints may be re-
moved from all positions.
Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the No Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating po-
seat belt against the belt path of the child sition with an ALR retractor.
restraint?
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR): some second row seats, you may need to recline the seat
Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. If the rear
vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a seat can be moved forward and rearward in the vehicle,
lap/shoulder belt. you may wish to move it to its rear-most position to make
room for the child seat. You may also move the front seat
forward to allow more room for the child seat.
WARNING!
2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor
• Improper installation or failure to properly secure a to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint. Do
child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The not twist the belt webbing in the belt path.
child could be badly injured or killed.
• Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions 3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a
exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. “click.”
4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight
against the child seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63
5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the
the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.
out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to retract 2
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether
back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you will
Anchorage
hear a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is now in
the Automatic Locking mode.
WARNING!
6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is
locked, you should not be able to pull out any webbing. Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat to
If the retractor is not locked, repeat step 5. any location in front of the car seat, including the seat
frame or a tether anchorage. Only attach the tether
7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether anchorage
portion around the child restraint while you push the that is approved for that seating position, located
child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle behind the top of the vehicle seat. See the section
seat. “Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Restraint System” for the location of approved tether
seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the anchorages in your vehicle.
tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether
strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints Using
the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to attach a
tether anchor.
9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling
back and forth on the child seat at the belt path. It
should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any
direction.
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to
install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage.
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.
2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for
the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your
vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints,
raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the
tether strap under the head restraint and between the
two posts. If not possible, lower the head restraint and Tether Strap Mounting
pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the WARNING!
head restraint.
• An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the
increased head motion and possible injury to the
top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram.
child. Use only the anchorage position directly be-
4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
restraint manufacturer’s instructions. tether strap.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack
in the strap.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65
Installing Child Restraints In Commercial Vehicles Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
This commercial vehicle is not designed for use as a family Belt
vehicle and is not intended for carrying children in the Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in 2
front passenger seat(s). Never install rear-facing child vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a
restraints in this vehicle. Although the seat belt can be lap/shoulder belt.
locked to secure a child restraint, there are no tether
anchorages to complete the proper installation of a WARNING!
forward-facing child restraint. If you must carry a child in
a forward-facing child restraint, the passenger seat should • Improper installation or failure to properly secure a
be moved to the full rearward position and the child must child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The
be in a proper restraint system based on its age, size and child could be badly injured or killed.
weight. Follow the instructions below to secure the child • Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions
restraint using the seat belt. exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn 2
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if
equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected. The cause
should be located and corrected immediately.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS 3
䡵 MIRRORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 䡵 LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped . . . . . .78 ▫ Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 ▫ Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
▫ Manual Folding Door Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 ▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . .92
▫ Manual Outside Mirror Adjustment — If ▫ High Beams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
▫ Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
▫ Power Outside Mirrors — If Equipped . . . . . . . .80
▫ Parking Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
▫ Sun Visors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
▫ Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
䡵 SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
▫ Lane Change Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
▫ Manual Seat Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
▫ Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay . . . . . . . . . . .93
▫ Folding Rear Seat — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .84
▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
▫ Map/Dome/Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
▫ Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
▫ Cargo Vehicle Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
䡵 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD . . . . . . . . . . .89
▫ Passenger Vehicle Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . .95
76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS . . . . . . . .96 ▫ ParkSense Rear Park Assist System Usage
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
▫ Front Windshield Wiper Operation . . . . . . . . . . .96
䡵 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF
▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
䡵 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN . . . . .98
䡵 POWER OUTLETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
䡵 SPEED CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
䡵 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF
▫ To Activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
▫ To Set A Desired Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 䡵 CUPHOLDERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
▫ To Deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 䡵 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
▫ To Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 ▫ Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 ▫ Dash Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
▫ To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 ▫ Overhead Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
䡵 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — 䡵 CARGO AREA FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
▫ Rear Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
▫ ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sensors . . . . . . . . . .103
▫ Rear Cargo Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
▫ ParkSense Rear Park Assist Alerts . . . . . . . . . . .103
▫ Cargo Compartment Light — If Equipped . . . . .115
▫ ParkSense Rear Park Assist Failure Indications . .104
▫ Cleaning The ParkSense Rear Park Assist
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77
䡵 REAR WINDOW FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 䡵 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . .116
▫ Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped . . . . . . .115
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78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped
A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a
twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the windshield.
The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right
for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center
on the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare from vehicles behind you 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 the small control under the mirror is set
in the day position (toward the windshield). Adjusting Rearview Mirror
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79
Outside Mirrors Manual Folding Door Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors to The door mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to be
center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of folded rearward to help avoid damage.
the view obtained on the inside mirror.
3
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than
they really are. Relying too much on your passenger
side convex mirror could cause you to collide with
another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror
when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in
the passenger side convex mirror. Some vehicles will
not have a convex passenger side mirror.
Folding Mirrors
CAUTION!
It is recommended to fold the mirrors into the full
rearward position to resist damage when entering a car
wash or a narrow location.
80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Manual Outside Mirror Adjustment — If Equipped you want the mirror to move. When you are finished
adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center (neutral)
From the inside of the vehicle, use the control lever to
position to prevent accidental mirror movements.
adjust the mirror.
WARNING!
• Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous.
Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of
control which could cause a collision and serious
injury or death.
• Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts
and while the vehicle is parked. Serious injury or death Seat Adjustments
could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt.
1 — Forward/Rearward Adjustment Bar
2 — Height Adjustment Lever
3 — Recliner Knob
4 — Lumbar Knob
WARNING! WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin • All occupants, including the driver, should not oper-
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head
spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- restraints are placed in their proper positions in
tion or other physical condition must exercise care order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event
when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even of a crash.
at low temperatures, especially if used for long • Head restraints should never be adjusted while the
periods of time. vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head
• Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that restraints improperly adjusted or removed could
insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. cause serious injury or death in the event of a
This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in collision.
a seat that has been overheated could cause serious
burns due to the increased surface temperature of the
seat.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87
Front Head Restraints
To raise the head restraint, push the adjustment button,
located on the base of the head restraint, pull upward on
the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the
adjustment button, located on the base of the head re- 3
straint, and push downward on the head restraint.
To remove the head restraint, raise it as far as it can go then
push the release button and the adjustment button at the
base of each post while pulling the head restraint up. To
reinstall the head restraint, put the head restraint posts into
the holes and push downward. Then adjust the head
restraint to the appropriate height. Front Head Restraint
1 — Release Button
2 — Adjustment Button
WARNING!
• A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision
or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to
occupants of the vehicle. Always securely stow re-
moved head restraints in a location outside the
occupant compartment.
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88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING! (Continued)
• ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the
vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the
re-installation instructions above prior to operating
the vehicle or occupying a seat.
WARNING!
Hood Safety Latch Lever Location Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
3. Raise the hood and place the hood prop rod in hood slot vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
to secure the hood in the open position. when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
CAUTION! injury or death.
Be sure to disengage the rod and secure it in close
position before closing the hood. Damage may occur.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm)
and drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully 3
closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless
hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
LIGHTS
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever, located on the left side of the
steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights, Multifunction Lever
high beams, parking lights, passing light and turn signals. Headlights
NOTE: The external lights can only be turned on with the
ignition in the ON/RUN position. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever upward
to the first detent for headlight operation.
Map/Dome Lights
Lateral Roof Light
1 — Auto/Off 3 — Left Map
2 — Dome 4 — Right Map This is located on the right side of the load compartment.
Rear Roof Light
This is located on the rear panel of the load compartment.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95
In auto-mode the light comes on automatically when you Passenger Vehicle Interior Lamps
open the sliding doors and the rear wing doors and goes The interior lamps are located in the center of the roof,
out when you close them. above the second row seating and in the roof in the center
• Push the left-hand side of the lens to switch the light off of the rear load area.
when the doors are open. 3
• Push the right hand side of the lens to switch the light on
when the doors are open.
Interior Light
1 — Off
2 — Auto
3 — On
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 3
driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow
this warning may result in serious injury or death.
SPEED CONTROL
When engaged, the Speed Control takes over accelerator
operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
The Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of Speed Control Buttons
the steering wheel. NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Speed
Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple
Speed Control functions are operated at the same time. If
this occurs, the Speed Control System can be reactivated by
pushing the on/off button and resetting the desired vehicle
set speed.
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
To Activate To Deactivate
Push the on/off button to activate the Speed Control. The A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANC button or
Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster display normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will
will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the on/off deactivate the Speed Control without erasing the set speed
button a second time. The Cruise Indicator Light will turn from memory.
off. The system should be turned off when not in use. Pushing the on/off button or turning the ignition to the
OFF position erases the set speed from memory.
WARNING!
To Resume Speed
Leaving the Speed Control system on when not in use
is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) button
cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose and release. Resume can be used at any speed above
control and have an accident. Always leave the system 20 mph (32 km/h) up to the maximum speed of 100 mph
off when you are not using it. (160 km/h).
To Vary The Speed Setting
To Set A Desired Speed
To Increase Speed
Turn the Speed Control on. When the vehicle has reached
the desired speed greater than 25 mph, push the SET (-) When the Speed Control is set, you can increase speed by
button and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle pushing the RES (+) button.
will operate at the selected speed.
NOTE: The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed
and on level ground before pushing the SET (-) button.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101
The speed increment is dependant on the chosen speed The speed decrement is dependant on the chosen speed
unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h):
U.S. Speed (mph) U.S. Speed (mph)
• Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph • Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 mph 3
increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 mph. results in a decrease of 1 mph.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will
continue to increase until the button is released, then the continue to decrease until the button is released, then the
new set speed will be established. new set speed will be established.
Metric Speed (km/h) Metric Speed (km/h)
• Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 km/h • Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 km/h
increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 km/h. results in a decrease of 1 km/h.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will
continue to increase until the button is released, then the continue to decrease until the button is released, then the
new set speed will be established. new set speed will be established.
To Decrease Speed
When the Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by
pushing the SET (-) button.
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
To Accelerate For Passing PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the The ParkSense system provides an audible indication of
pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and a de-
tected obstacle when backing up, e.g. during a parking
Using Speed Control On Hills
maneuver. Refer to “ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the Usage Precautions” for limitations of this system and
vehicle set speed. recommendations.
NOTE: The Speed Control system maintains speed up and The ParkSense system is automatically activated when the
down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is transmission is placed into REVERSE. As the distance from
normal. an obstacle behind the vehicle decreases, the audible alert
On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur, it becomes more frequent.
may be preferable to drive without Speed Control. Interaction With Trailer Towing
The ParkSense system is automatically deactivated when a
WARNING!
trailer equipped by Mopar is hitched to the vehicle. The
Speed Control can be dangerous where the system system will be automatically activated as soon as the trailer
cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could is removed. If it does not happen, turning the key ignition
go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose switch to OFF and then to ON again would be needed. In
control and have an accident. Do not use Speed Control case of a non Mopar trailer hitches are mounted the sensor
in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, deactivation cannot be guaranteed.
snow-covered or slippery.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103
ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sensors The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corresponds
to the maximum height of an obstacle that would clear the
The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/
bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within underside of the vehicle during the parking maneuver.
the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect obstacles, ParkSense Rear Park Assist Alerts
in the horizontal direction, from approximately 12 inches 3
If an obstacle is behind the vehicle when REVERSE gear is
(30 cm) up to 55 inches (140 cm) from the center of the rear
engaged, an audible alert is activated.
fascia/bumper and up to 24 inches (60 cm) from the
corners of the rear fascia/bumper, depending on the loca- The tones emitted by the loudspeaker inform the driver
tion, type and orientation of the obstacle. that the vehicle is approaching an obstacle. The pauses
between the tones are directly proportional to the distance
from the obstacle. Pulses emitted in quick succession
indicate the presence of a very close obstacle. A continuous
tone indicates that the obstacle is less than 12 inches
(30 cm) away.
WARNING! CAUTION!
• Drivers must be careful when backing up even when • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to
using ParkSense. Always check carefully behind recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles.
your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not
for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, detected at all. Obstacles located above or below the
and blind spots before backing up. You are respon- sensors will not be detected when they are in close
sible for safety and must continue to pay attention to proximity.
your surroundings. Failure to do so can result in • The vehicle must be driven slowly when using
serious injury or death. ParkSense in order to be able to stop in time when an
• Before using ParkSense, it is strongly recommended obstacle is detected. It is recommended that the
that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is driver looks over his/her shoulder when using
disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is ParkSense.
not used for towing. Failure to do so can result in
injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles because the If it’s necessary to keep the ball mount and hitch ball
hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the assembly mounted for a long period, it is possible to filter
rear fascia when the loudspeaker sounds the con- out the ball mount and hitch ball assembly presence in
tinuous tone. Also, the sensors could detect the ball sensor field of view. The filtering operation must be
mount and hitch ball assembly, depending on its size performed only by an authorized dealer.
and shape, giving a false indication that an obstacle
is behind the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF When the transmission is shifted out of REVERSE, and
EQUIPPED Camera Delay is activated in the menu screen, the camera
image will continue to be displayed for up to 10 seconds,
Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear
Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image unless the speed of the vehicle is greater than 8 mph
(13 km/h), the transmission is in PARK, or the ignition key 3
of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the gear
is in the OFF position.
selector is put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed
on the touchscreen display along with a caution note to The display of the camera image can be enabled or
“check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. disabled through the rear camera setting menu item (Cam-
After five seconds this note will disappear. The ParkView era on/off).
camera is located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear
When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width of
license plate.
the vehicle and will show separate zones that will help
The Camera Delay setting can be set to on/off on the rear indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle. The follow-
camera settings menu. When the vehicle is shifted out of ing table shows the approximate distances for each zone:
REVERSE and the Camera Delay is turned off, the rear
camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen
appears on display again.
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)
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
POWER OUTLETS
WARNING!
Passenger Compartment Power Outlets
Drivers must be careful when backing up even when
using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always The cigar lighter and the power socket are located in the
check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to center console, and both operate with the ignition key in
check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstruc- the MAR (ON/RUN) position.
tions, or blind spots before backing up. You are re-
sponsible for the safety of your surroundings and must
continue to pay attention while backing up. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
• To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only be
used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is
unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive
path.
• To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be driven
slowly when using ParkView to be able to stop in Passenger Compartment Power Outlets
time when an obstacle is seen. It is recommended Load Compartment Power Outlet
that the driver look frequently over his/her shoulder
when using ParkView. The Load Compartment Power Outlet is located on the left
side of the rear cargo compartment. It operates with the
NOTE: If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds ignition key in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position. The
up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and outlet can be used for powering 12 Volt adaptive accesso-
dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. ries and recharging communications devices.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109
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110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF
WARNING! (Continued)
EQUIPPED
• Close the lid when not in use and while driving the
vehicle. A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter are available.
• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric Push the cigar lighter button to activate the cigar lighter
shock and failure. when the ignition key is in the MAR (ON/RUN) position.
After a few seconds the button returns to its initial position
CAUTION! and the cigar lighter is ready for use.
• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power NOTE: Always check that the cigar lighter has turned itself
from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., off.
cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge suffi- WARNING!
ciently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the
engine from starting. The cigar lighter becomes very hot. Handle it carefully
• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, and make sure children don’t touch it: risk of fire
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery and/or burning.
even more quickly. Only use these intermittently and
with greater caution. CUPHOLDERS
• After the use of high power draw accessories, or long A cupholder is located in the front and rear of the center
periods of the vehicle not being started (with acces- console.
sories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a
sufficient length of time to allow the generator to
recharge the vehicle’s battery.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111
STORAGE
Glove Compartment
The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of
the instrument panel. 3
To open the glove compartment, pull the release handle.
NOTE: The glove compartment handle is equipped with a
lock. To lock the glove compartment, remove the emer-
gency key from the key fob, insert emergency key into
glove compartment handle lock cylinder and turn the key
to the lock position and remove the key. Use the reverse
sequence to unlock the glove compartment. Glove Compartment Release Handle
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Dash Storage Overhead Console Storage
The dash storage is located on the right side of the There is additional shelf storage above the front sun visors.
instrument panel above the glove compartment.
WARNING!
Rear Cargo Tie-Downs (Cargo Version)
• To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear
cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes
only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and
use seat belts.
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114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Rear Cargo Light
WARNING! (Continued)
In auto-mode the light comes on automatically when you
• Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child
open the sliding doors and the rear wing doors and goes
seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or accident, a hook
out when you close them.
could pull loose and allow the child seat to come
• Push the left-hand side of the lens to switch the light off
loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only the
when the doors are open.
anchors provided for child seat tethers.
The weight and position of cargo and passengers can • Push the right hand side of the lens to switch the light on
change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle han- when the doors are open.
dling. To avoid loss of control resulting in personal
injury, follow these guidelines for loading your ve-
hicle:
• Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits
described on the label attached to the left door or left
door center pillar.
• Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
• Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight
over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the
vehicle to sway.
• Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of Interior Light
the seatback. This could impair visibility or become
1 — Off
a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or accident. 2 — Auto
3 — On
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115
Cargo Compartment Light — If Equipped the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator in
the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster
The cargo compartment light comes on automatically
is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off
when the swing doors are opened and turns off when the
after approximately 20 minutes. To manually shut the
doors are closed.
defroster off, push the button a second time. 3
NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
• Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-
dow. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a
mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heat-
ing elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking
Cargo Compartment Light
with warm water.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped window cleaners on the interior surface of the win-
dow.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
The rear window defroster button is located in the
center of the instrument panel, below the radio.
Push this button to turn on the rear window defroster and
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED NOTE:
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the • To help control wind noise when the crossbars are not in
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load use, place the front and rear crossbars approximately
must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly 24 inches (61 cm) apart. Optimal noise reduction can
distributed over the luggage rack crossbars. then be achieved by adjusting the front crossbar forward
or aft using increments of 1 inch (2.5 cm).
NOTE: If not equipped with crossbars, your authorized
dealer can order and install Mopar crossbars built specifi- • If (or any metallic object) is placed over the satellite
cally for this roof rack system. radio antenna (if equipped), you may experience inter-
ruption of satellite radio reception. For improved satel-
Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars. lite radio reception, avoid placing the rear crossbar over
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying the satellite radio antenna.
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo inside
the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed WARNING!
the maximum vehicle load capacity.
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your ve-
To move the crossbars, loosen the attachments, located at
hicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle,
the upper edge of each crossbar, approximately eight turns
particularly at high speeds, resulting in personal injury
using the anti-theft wrench provided with the Mopar
or property damage. Follow the roof rack cautions
crossbars. Then, move the crossbar to the desired position,
when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once the
crossbar is in the desired position, retighten the with the
wrench to lock the crossbar into position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117
CAUTION!
• To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, do not
carry any loads on the roof rack without the crossbars
installed. The load should be secured and placed on 3
top of the crossbars, not directly on the roof. If it is
necessary to place the load on the roof, place a
blanket or some other protection between the load
and the roof surface.
• 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 appropriately.
• Long loads which extend over the windshield, such
as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with large
frontal area should be secured to both the front and
rear of the vehicle.
• Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully
when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack.
Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby truck
traffic, can add sudden upward lift to a load. This is
especially true on large flat loads and may result in
damage to the cargo or your vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
䡵 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . .121 ▫ Buttons On The Faceplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
4
䡵 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 ▫ Buttons On The Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
▫ Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 ▫ Customer Programmable Features —
5.0 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
䡵 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . .124
䡵 UCONNECT RADIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
▫ Instrument Cluster Display Location And
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 䡵 IPOD/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . . .164
▫ Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items . . . . . . .126 䡵 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
䡵 WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS . . . . . . . .133
▫ Radio Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
▫ Red Telltale Indicator Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
䡵 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES . . .166
▫ Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
▫ Green Telltale Indicator Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
▫ Blue Telltale Indicator Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
▫ Manual Climate Control Overview. . . . . . . . . . .166
䡵 CYBERSECURITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
▫ Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
䡵 UCONNECT SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152
120 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
䡵 UCONNECT 5.0 VOICE RECOGNITION ▫ Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .177
QUICK TIPS — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
▫ Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .177
▫ Introducing Uconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
▫ Voice Text Reply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178
▫ Get Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
▫ Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179
▫ Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175
▫ Basic Voice Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 121
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster 2. Fuel Gauge
1. Speedometer • The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
• Indicates vehicle speed.
• The fuel pump arrow symbol points to the side
of the vehicle where the fuel door is located.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 123
3. Temperature Gauge
CAUTION!
• The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem-
perature. Any reading within the normal range indi- Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam-
cates that the engine cooling system is operating age your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,”
satisfactorily. pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the
• The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tem- air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back
into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the 4
perature when driving in hot weather or up mountain
grades. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper “H,” turn the engine off immediately and call an
limits of the normal operating range. authorized dealer for service.
WARNING! 4. Tachometer
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or • Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling (RPM x 1000).
coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for
5. Instrument Cluster Display
service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look
under the hood yourself, see “Servicing And Mainte- • When the appropriate conditions exist, this display
nance.” Follow the warnings under the Cooling System shows the instrument cluster display messages. Refer
Pressure Cap paragraph. to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
124 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument cluster
display, which offers useful information to the driver. With
the ignition in the STOP/OFF position, opening/closing of
a door will activate the display for viewing, and display
the total miles (kilometers) in the odometer. Your instru-
ment cluster display is designed to display important
information about your vehicle’s systems and features.
Using a driver interactive display located on the instru-
ment panel, your instrument cluster display can show you
how systems are working and give you warnings when
they aren’t. The steering wheel mounted controls allow
you to scroll through and enter the main menus and Instrument Cluster Display Location
submenus. You can access the specific information you The instrument cluster display menu may consist of the
want and make selections and adjustments. following items depending on the configuration of vehicle
options:
Instrument Cluster Display Location And Controls
• Speed Beep
The instrument cluster display features a driver-interactive
display that is located in the instrument cluster. • Trip B Data
• Set Time
• Set Date
• Autoclose
• Units
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125
• Language • MENU Button
• Buzzer Volume Push and release the MENU button for a time longer than
• Seat Belt Buzzer 1 second to access/select the information screens or sub-
menu screens of a main menu item. Push and hold the
• Service MENU button for two seconds to reset displayed/selected
• Daylights features that can be reset. 4
• Exit Menu • UP Arrow Button
The system allows the driver to select information by Push and release the up arrow button to scroll upward
pushing the following buttons mounted on the instrument through the main menu and submenus.
panel to the right of the steering column: • DOWN Arrow Button
Push and release the down arrow button to scroll down-
ward through the main menu and submenus.
Dimmer:
With headlights on and without entering in the menu, push
the up or down arrow button to increase or decrease the
brightness of the instrument panel, graphics and command
buttons.
Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu With Submenu:
1. Briefly push and release the MENU button to display
the first submenu option.
Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons
126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
2. Push and release the up or down arrow button (by 2. If the function is on, push and release the up or down
single pushes) to scroll through all the submenu options. arrow button to select the required speed limit and then
push MENU to confirm.
3. Briefly push and release the MENU button to select the
displayed submenu option and to open the relevant NOTE: The speed may be set in the range from 20 to
setup menu. 125 MPH (30 to 200 km/h) according to the previously
chosen unit.
4. Push and release the up or down arrow button (by
single pushes) to select the new setting for this submenu The setting will increase/decrease by five units each time
option. the up or down arrow button is pushed. Hold down the up
or down arrow button to automatically increase/decrease
5. Briefly push and release the MENU button to store the
the setting rapidly. Complete the adjustment when you
new setting and go back to the previously selected
approach the desired value.
submenu option.
Push the MENU button briefly to return to the menu
6. Push and hold the MENU button to return to the main
screen or hold the MENU button down to return to the
menu (short hold) or the main screen (longer hold).
standard screen without storing.
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items
To cancel the setting:
Speed Beep
1. Briefly push the MENU button. “ON” will flash in the
This function is used to set a speed limit (MPH or km/h); display.
the driver is alerted when this limit is exceeded.
2. Push the down arrow button. “OFF” will flash in the
To set the desired speed limit: display
1. Push the MENU button briefly. The display will show 3. Push the MENU button briefly to return to the menu
the wording (SPEED) and the unit (MPH) or (km/h) screen or hold the MENU button down to return to the
previously set. standard screen without storing.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127
Trip B Data 3. Select the required option and then push MENU.
This function can be used to activate (On) or deactivate 4. If selecting the “Time” submenu, briefly push MENU,
(Off) the Trip B display (Partial Trip). the “hours” will flash on the display.
Refer to ⬙Trip Computer⬙ in this section for further infor- 5. Push and release the up or down arrow button to adjust.
mation.
6. Push the MENU button; the “minutes” will flash on the 4
To switch the function On/Off: display.
1. Push the MENU button briefly. The display will flash 7. Push and release the up or down arrow button to adjust.
On or Off according to the previous setting.
8. Push the MENU button briefly to return to the menu
2. Push and release the up or down arrow button to select. screen or hold the MENU button down to return to the
standard screen without storing.
Push the MENU button briefly to return to the menu
screen or hold the MENU button down to return to the The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the
standard screen without storing. up or down arrow button is pushed. Hold down the button to
increase/decrease the setting rapidly and automatically. Com-
Set Time
plete the adjustment when you approach the desired value.
With this function, it is possible to set the time through two
When you select “Mode”, pushing the MENU button
submenus: ⬙Time⬙ and ⬙Mode⬙.
makes the mode flash on the display.
To set the time:
1. Push up or down arrow button to select ⬙24h⬙ or ⬙12h⬙.
1. Push the MENU button; the display will show the two
2. When you have made the required settings, push the
submenus “Time” and “Mode”.
MENU button briefly to go back to the submenu screen
2. Push and release the up or down arrow button to switch or hold the button down to go back to the main menu
between the two submenus. screen without saving.
128 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
3. Hold the MENU button down again to return to the Push the MENU button briefly to return to the menu
standard screen or to the main menu according to where screen or hold the MENU button down to return to the
you are in the menu. standard screen without storing.
Set Date Autoclose
With this function, it is possible to set the date. When activated (On), this function locks the doors auto-
matically when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph
To adjust the date:
(20 km/h).
1. Push the MENU button; the “year” will flash on the
To activate or deactivate this function:
display.
1. Push the MENU button briefly to display a submenu.
2. Push and release the up or down arrow button to adjust.
2. Push the MENU button briefly to make the display flash
3. Push the MENU button; the “month” will flash on the
On or Off according to the previous setting
display.
3. Push the up or down arrow button to select.
4. Push and release the up or down arrow button to adjust.
4. Push the MENU button briefly to return to the submenu
5. Push the MENU button; the “day” will flash on the
screen or hold the button down to return to the main
display.
menu screen without saving.
6. Push and release the up or down arrow button to adjust.
5. Hold the MENU button down again to return to the
The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time standard screen or to the main menu according to where
the up or down arrow button is pushed. Hold down the up you are in the menu.
or down arrow button to increase/decrease the setting
rapidly and automatically. Complete the adjustment when
you approach the desired value.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129
Setting The Units When you select the ⬙Temperature⬙ submenu: briefly push-
ing the MENU button the display will show ⬙°C⬙ or ⬙°F⬙
With this function, it is possible to set the unit of measure-
ment in three submenus: “Distance”, “Consumption” and depending on the previous setting.
“Temperature”. 1. Push and release the up or down arrow button to select.
To set the required unit of measurement: 2. When you have made the required settings, push the
MENU button briefly to go back to the submenu screen 4
1. Push the MENU button to display the three submenus.
or hold the MENU button down to go back to the main
2. Push and release the up or down arrow button to menu screen without saving.
navigate through the three submenus.
3. Hold the MENU button down again to return to the
3. Select the required option and then push the MENU standard screen or to the main menu according to where
button. you are in the menu.
4. If selecting the ⬙Distance⬙ submenu, briefly push the Language
MENU button and the display will show “mi” or ⬙km⬙
Display messages can be shown in different languages. To
depending on the previous setting.
set the desired language, proceed as follows:
5. Push and release the up or down arrow button to select.
1. Push the MENU button, the previously set language
When you select the “Consumption” submenu: briefly will flash on the display.
pushing the MENU button makes “mpg” or “km/l” ap-
2. Push and release the up or down arrow button to select.
pear on the display, depending on the previous setting.
3. Push the MENU button to return to the menu screen or
1. If the set distance unit of measurement is ⬙mi⬙ (km) the
hold the MENU button down to return to the standard
fuel consumption unit will be displayed in ⬙mpg⬙ (km/l
screen without storing.
or l/100 km).
2. Push and release the up or down arrow button to select.
130 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Buzzer Volume NOTE: The “Scheduled Servicing Plan” includes vehicle
maintenance at fixed intervals. Refer to “Maintenance
With this function, the volume of the acoustic signal which
Schedules” for further information.
accompanies the display of failure/warning can be ad-
justed according to 8 levels. Exit Menu
To set the desired volume: This is the last function that closes the cycle of settings
listed in the menu screen.
1. Push the MENU button, the previously set volume level
will flash on the display. 1. Pushing the MENU button briefly will return the dis-
play to the standard screen without storing.
2. Push and release the up or down arrow button to adjust.
2. Push the down arrow button to return to the first menu
3. Push the MENU button to return to the menu screen or
item on the display.
hold the MENU button down to return to the standard
screen without storing. Change Engine Oil Indicator System
Service Change Engine Oil
Using this function you can display information about the Your vehicle may be equipped with an engine oil change
mileage intervals for vehicle servicing. indicator system. The “Change Engine Oil” message will
display in the instrument cluster display. The engine oil
To consult the information:
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means
1. Push the MENU button, which makes the display show the engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent
the service interval in mi or km according to the upon your personal driving style.
previous setting.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
2. Push the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
hold the MENU button down to go back to the standard To turn off the message temporarily, push and release the
screen.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 131
MENU button. To reset the oil change indicator system Trip Button
(after performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to the The TRIP button, located on the right steering column
following procedure. stalk, can be used to display and to reset the previously
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (do not start described values.
the engine). • A short button push displays the different values.
4
2. Fully push the accelerator pedal slowly, three times, • A long button push resets the system and then starts a
within 10 seconds. new trip.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. Trip Functions
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you Both trip functions are resettable (reset — start of new trip).
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
“Trip A” can be used to display the figures relating to:
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
• Range
Trip Computer
• Trip distance A
The Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster. It
features a driver-interactive display (displays information • Average Economy A
such as trip information, range, fuel consumption, average • Instantaneous Economy
speed, and travel time).
• Average speed A
• Travel time A (driving time)
• Reset Trip A
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“Trip B” can be used to display the figures relating to: NOTE: The range depends on several factors: driving
• Trip distance B style, type of route (freeway, residential, mountain roads,
etc.), and conditions of use of the vehicle (load, tire
• Average Economy B pressure, etc.). Trip planning must take into account the
• Average speed B above notes.
• Travel time B (driving time) Distance Traveled
• Reset Trip B This value shows the distance covered since the last reset.
NOTE: “Trip B” functions may be excluded (see “Trip B Average Fuel Economy
Data”). “Range” and “Instantaneous Economy” cannot be This value shows the approximate average fuel consump-
reset. “Reset Trip A” and “Reset Trip B” may be present. tion since the last reset.
Values Displayed Instantaneous Fuel Economy
Range This indicates the fuel consumption. The value is con-
This indicates the distance which may be traveled with the stantly updated. The message “----” will appear on the
fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that driving condi- display if the vehicle is parked with the engine running.
tions will not change. The message “----” will appear on the Average Speed
display in the following cases:
This value shows the vehicle’s average speed as a function
• Distance less than 30 miles (or 50 km). of the overall time elapsed since the last reset.
• The vehicle is parked for a long time with the engine
Travel Time
running.
This value shows the time elapsed since the last reset.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS All active telltales will display first if applicable. The
system check menu may appear different based upon
The warning/indicator lights switch on in the instrument
panel together with a dedicated message and/or acoustic equipment options and current vehicle status. Some tell-
signal when applicable. These indications are indicative tales are optional and may not appear.
and precautionary and as such must not be considered as
exhaustive and/or alternative to the information contained 4
in the Owner’s Manual, which you are advised to read
carefully in all cases. Always refer to the information in this
chapter in the event of a failure indication.
Red Telltale Indicator Lights
Engine Oil Level Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Engine Oil Level Warning Light
This warning light appears on the panel when the engine oil level falls below the minimum rec-
ommended value. Restore the correct engine oil level or contact your authorized dealer for ser-
vice.
134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Engine Temperature Warning Light
Red Warning
What It Means
Light
Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the
gauge approaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a
set threshold. Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass H, a continuous
chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool or the 4 minutes duration is expired, which-
ever come first.
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. Refer to
“If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further information.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135
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 prob- 4
lem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash depending 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 drivable; 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 placed in the 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.
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Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
When the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN position, if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a
chime will sound and the light will turn on. When driving, if the driver or front passenger seat
belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously and a
chime will sound. Refer to “Occupant Restraints Systems” in “Things To Know Before Starting
Your Vehicle” for further information.
Air Bag Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Air Bag Warning Light
This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition is placed in the
ON/RUN position. If the light is either not on during startup, stays on, or turns on while driv-
ing, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. This light will illumi-
nate 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.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137
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 vehicle 4
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.
Battery Charge Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Door Open Indicator Light
This indicator will illuminate when one or more door(s) are not fully closed.
NOTE: If the vehicle is moving and a door is opened, there will also be a single chime.
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, place the trans-
mission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle speed or apply light foot pressure to increase
the engine speed RPM until the Transmission Temperature light turns off.
WARNING! CAUTION!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the Trans- Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera-
mission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated you ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause
could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact with severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
hot engine or exhaust components and cause a fire.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139
Transmission Fault Warning Light
Red Telltale
What It Means
Light
Transmission Fault Warning Light
This light will illuminate (together with a message in the Instrument Cluster Display and a 4
buzzer) to indicate a transmission fault. Contact your authorized dealer if the message remains
after restarting the engine.
Brake Warning Light
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It applied with the ignition placed in the ON/RUN position.
will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is
collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately. applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light
After the ignition is turned on, the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) light illuminates to indicate 4
function check at vehicle startup. If the light remains on after startup or comes on and stays on at
road speeds, it may indicate that the ABS has detected a malfunction or has become inoperative.
The system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes.
If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light are on, see an authorized dealer im-
mediately. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System” in “Starting And Operating” for further
information.
Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
Low Fuel Indicator Light
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Low Fuel Indicator Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 2–6 gal (9–11 L) this light will turn on, and remain on
until fuel is added.
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Generic Warning Indicator Light
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Generic Warning Indicator Light
The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if any of the following conditions occur: Engine Oil
Pressure Sensor Failure, External Light Failure, Parking Sensor Failure, DST System Failure, Air
Bag Warning Light Fault (in this last case the Generic Warning Light will flash. If it happens,
have an authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately).
Fuel Cutoff Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Fuel Cutoff Indicator Light
This telltale will illuminate after an accident has occurred, and the system has shut the fuel off.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143
Glow Plug Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Glow Plug Indicator Light
To prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures, this vehicle will inhibit 4
engine cranking and this icon will blink when the ambient temperature is less than -31° F
(-35° C) and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not been
used. The message “plug in engine heater” will be displayed in the instrument cluster when the
ambient temperature is below -25.6° F (-32° C) at the time the engine is shut off as a reminder.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning 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 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 indica-
tions corresponding to each tire in sequence.
144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire
CAUTION!
maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to main-
Do not continue driving with one or more flat tires as tain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
handling may be compromised. Stop the vehicle, reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low
avoiding sharp braking and steering. If a tire puncture tire pressure telltale.
occurs, repair immediately using the dedicated tire
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunc-
repair kit and contact your authorized dealer as soon as
tion indicator to indicate when the system is not operating
possible.
properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects
monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups
of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction
or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels
with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illumi-
on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning
nates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your
properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after
tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low
replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to
tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels
your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper
allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes
the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect
the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145
(Continued)
Vehicle Security Indicator Light
Yellow Telltale
What It Means
Light
Vehicle Security Indicator Light
If during starting, the key code is not correctly recognized, the vehicle security light comes on in
the instrument panel. In this case, turn the key to OFF and then to ON/RUN; if it is still locked,
try again with the other keys that come with the vehicle. Contact an authorized dealer if you still
cannot start the engine.
If with the engine running, the warning light comes on, this means that the system is running a
self-test (for example for a voltage drop).
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
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 light will
illuminate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN 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 several 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 im-
mediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as
soon as possible if this occurs.
WARNING! CAUTION!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator
above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the vehicle
operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive control system. It also could affect fuel economy and
slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result in death converter damage and power loss will soon occur.
or serious injury to the driver, occupants or others. Immediate service is required.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147
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 is placed in
the ON/RUN position, and when ESC is activated. It should go out with the engine running. If 4
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 is placed in the ON/RUN position.
• 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.
• This light will come on when the vehicle is in an ESC event.
148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
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.
Green Telltale
What It Means
Light
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
The instrument cluster directional arrow will flash independently for the left or right turn signal
as selected, 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.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149
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.
Green Telltale
What It Means
Light
Cruise Control Engaged Indicator Light
This light will turn on when the cruise control has been set to a certain speed.
150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Blue Telltale Indicator Lights
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.
CYBERSECURITY and FCA US LLC, working with its suppliers, evaluates
and takes appropriate steps as needed. Similar to a com-
Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may be
equipped with both wired and wireless networks. These puter or other devices, your vehicle may require software
updates to improve the usability and performance of your
networks allow your vehicle to send and receive informa-
tion. This information allows systems and features in your systems or to reduce the potential risk of unauthorized and
unlawful access to your vehicle systems.
vehicle to function properly.
The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your
Your vehicle may be equipped with certain security fea-
vehicle systems may still exist, even if the most recent
tures to reduce the risk of unauthorized and unlawful
version of vehicle software (such as Uconnect software) is
access to vehicle systems and wireless communications.
installed.
Vehicle software technology continues to evolve over time
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151
NOTE:
WARNING!
• FCA or your dealer may contact you directly regarding
• It is not possible to know or to predict all of the software updates.
possible outcomes if your vehicle’s systems are
breached. It may be possible that vehicle systems, • To help further improve vehicle security and minimize
including safety related systems, could be impaired the potential risk of a security breach, vehicle owners
or a loss of vehicle control could occur that may should: 4
result in an accident involving serious injury or • Routinely check www.driveuconnect.com/software-
death. update to learn about available Uconnect software
• ONLY insert media (e.g., USB, SD card, or CD) into updates.
your vehicle if it came from a trusted source. Media • Only connect and use trusted media devices (e.g.
of unknown origin could possibly contain malicious personal mobile phones, USBs, CDs).
software, and if installed in your vehicle, it may
Privacy of any wireless and wired communications cannot
increase the possibility for vehicle systems to be
be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept infor-
breached.
mation and private communications without your consent.
• As always, if you experience unusual vehicle behav-
For further information, refer to “Onboard Diagnostic
ior, take your vehicle to your nearest authorized
System (OBD II) Cybersecurity” in “Maintaining Your
dealer immediately.
Vehicle”.
152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
UCONNECT SETTINGS
The Uconnect system uses a combination of buttons on the
touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the
center of the instrument panel that allows you to access
and change the customer programmable features. Many
features can vary by vehicle.
CAUTION!
Do NOT attach any object to the touchscreen, doing so
can result in damage to the touchscreen.
NOTE:
When the “Set Language” feature is selected, you may select one of multiple languages (English/Français/Español)
for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Press the “Set Lan-
guage” button on the touchscreen, then press the desired language button on the touchscreen until a check-mark ap-
pears next to the language, showing that setting has been selected.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155
Icon Description
A/C Button
Push the A/C button to engage the Air Conditioning (A/C). A LED will illuminate when the
A/C system is engaged. 4
Recirculation Button
Press and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air
mode. Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high
humidity are present.
NOTE:
• Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fog-
ging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
• The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on
the inside, because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Select the outside air position for
maximum defogging.
• Recirculation can be used in all modes except for Defrost.
• The A/C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection.
Front Defrost
Turn the knob to the Front Defrost position. Air comes from the windshield and side window
demist outlets. When the defrost button is selected, the blower level will increase. Use Defrost
mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting and
defogging.
168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Icon Description
Rear Defrost Button
Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn ON the rear window defroster and the
heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window de-
froster is ON. The rear window defroster automatically turns OFF after ten minutes.
Temperature Control
Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotat-
ing the knob counterclockwise, from top center into the blue area of the scale, indicates cooler
temperatures. Rotating the knob clockwise, into the red area, indicates warmer temperatures.
Blower Control
There are seven blower speeds. Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the
system in any mode you select. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise
from the OFF position.
NOTE: Depending on the configuration, your vehicle may be equipped with four blower
speeds.
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Icon Description
Modes Control
Push the button in the center of the knob to change the airflow distribution mode. The airflow
distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets,
defrost outlets and demist outlets. The Mode settings are as follows:
Panel Mode Panel Mode 4
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually
adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be
moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel lo-
cated below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets.
Bi-Level Mode Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed
through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
NOTE:
BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel out-
lets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side
window demister outlets.
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Icon Description
Mix Mode Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works
best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good
for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.
System Maintenance
CAUTION! (Continued)
In winter, the climate control system must be turned on at • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
least once a month for about ten minutes. window cleaners on the interior surface of the win-
Have the system inspected at a Ram dealership before the dow.
summer. • Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
CONTENTS
䡵 STARTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184 ▫ Acceleration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184 ▫ Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
5
▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184 䡵 DRIVING THROUGH WATER . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) . . .184 ▫ Flowing/Rising Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
▫ Extended Park Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185 ▫ Shallow Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185 䡵 POWER STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
▫ After Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185 ▫ Power Steering Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
䡵 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . . .186 䡵 PARKING BRAKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
䡵 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186 䡵 BRAKE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188 䡵 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . . .200
▫ Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System . . . . .188 ▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . .200
▫ Nine-Speed Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . .188 ▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
▫ Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189 ▫ Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . .202
䡵 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES . . . . . . . . . .195 ▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202
182 STARTING AND OPERATING
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . .203 ▫ Tire Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ▫ Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
ESC OFF Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
▫ Life Of Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) . . . . . . . . . . .206
▫ Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225
䡵 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
䡵 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) . . . . . . . . .226
▫ Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
䡵 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . . .227
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . . . .210
䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions . . . . . . . . . . .211 TIRE QUALITY GRADES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . .212 ▫ Treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228
䡵 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . .217 ▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228
▫ Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217 ▫ Temperature Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 䡵 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .229
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . . .219
▫ System Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231
▫ Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232
▫ Tire Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
▫ 2.4L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
▫ Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
STARTING AND OPERATING 183
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 ▫ Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles. . . . . . . . .234 䡵 TRAILER TOWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239
▫ CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications . . . . . .234 ▫ Common Towing Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240
▫ MMT In Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234 ▫ Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247
▫ Materials Added To Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .248
▫ Fuel System Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 5
▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle . . .248
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236
▫ Recreational Towing — Automatic
䡵 ADDING FUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .249
䡵 VEHICLE LOADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237
184 STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING PROCEDURES Normal Starting
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
WARNING! Turn the ignition switch to the AVV/ACC (START) posi-
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with tion and release it when the engine starts. If the engine fails
access to an unlocked vehicle. to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C)
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the transmission gear selector. To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in externally powered electric engine block heater (available
a location accessible to children). A child could from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
operate power windows, other controls, or move the To prevent possible engine damage while starting at low
vehicle. temperatures, this vehicle will inhibit engine cranking
when the ambient temperature is less than -31°F (-35° C)
Automatic Transmission and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine
The gear selector must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL block heater has not been used. The message “plug in
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes engine heater” will be displayed in the instrument cluster
before shifting to any driving gear. when the ambient temperature is below -25°F (-32° C) at
the time the engine is shut off as a reminder.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting out
of PARK.
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Extended Park Starting If Engine Fails To Start
NOTE: Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle
has not been started or driven for at least 30 days.
WARNING!
1. Install a battery charger or jumper cables to the battery Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the
to ensure a full battery charge during the crank cycle. throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the
vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious
2. Cycle the ignition in the START position and release it personal injury.
when the engine starts. 5
3. If the engine fails to start within 10 to 15 seconds, cycle CAUTION!
the ignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait
five seconds to allow the starter to cool, then repeat the • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
Extended Park Starting procedure. started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel
4. If the engine fails to start after eight attempts, allow the could enter the catalytic converter and once the
starter to cool for at least 10 minutes, then repeat the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
procedure. and vehicle.
• To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously
CAUTION! crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time.
Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank continu-
ously for more than 10 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 After Starting
seconds before trying again.
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
186 STARTING AND OPERATING
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED NOTE:
The engine block heater warms the engine and permits • The engine block heater cord is a factory installed
quicker starts in cold weather. option. If your vehicle is not equipped, heater cords are
available from your authorized Mopar dealer.
Connect the cord to a 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with
a grounded, three-wire extension cord. • The engine block heater will require 110 Volts AC and
6.5 Amps to activate the heater element.
For ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C), the engine
block heater is recommended. For ambient temperatures • The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one
below -20°F (-29°C), the engine block heater is required. hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine.
The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood, WARNING!
behind to the driver’s side headlamp. Follow the steps
below to properly use the engine block heater: Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord
before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical
1. Locate the engine block heater cord (behind the driver’s
cord could cause electrocution.
side headlamp).
2. Undo the Velcro strap that secures the heater cord in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
place.
3. Pull the cord to the front of the vehicle and plug it into
WARNING!
a grounded, three-wire extension cord. • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if
4. After the vehicle is running, reattach the cord to the the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your
Velcro strap and properly stow away behind the driver’s foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the
side headlamp.
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Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as when
ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, in
that limit your response to changing traffic or road hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or while
conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and towing a heavy trailer), use the Electronic Range Select
have a collision. (ERS) shift control (refer to “Electronic Range Select (ERS)
Operation” in this section for further information) to select
a lower gear range. Under these conditions, using a lower
CAUTION! gear range will improve performance and extend transmis-
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other sion life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup.
reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operating
severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational limits, the transmission controller may modify the trans-
Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A mission shift schedule, reduce engine torque, and/or ex-
Disabled Vehicle” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for pand the range of torque converter clutch engagement.
further information. This is done to prevent transmission damage due to
overheating.
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If the transmission becomes extremely hot, the “Transmis- Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an
sion Temperature Warning Light” may illuminate and the authorized dealer for service without damaging the trans-
transmission may operate differently until the transmission mission.
cools down.
In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can
During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the
modified depending on engine and transmission tempera- following steps:
ture as well as vehicle speed. This feature improves warm
1. Stop the vehicle.
up time of the engine and transmission to achieve maxi- 5
mum efficiency. Engagement of the torque converter 2. Shift the transmission into PARK.
clutch, and shifts into 8th or 9th gear, are inhibited until the
3. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
transmission fluid is warm (refer to the “Note” under
“Torque Converter Clutch” in this section). Normal opera- 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds.
tion will resume once the transmission temperature has
5. Restart the engine.
risen to a suitable level.
6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no
Transmission Limp Home Mode
longer detected, the transmission will return to normal
Transmission function is monitored electronically for ab- operation.
normal conditions. If a condition is detected that could
NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom-
result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home
Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission remains mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest
possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has diagnos-
in fourth gear regardless of which forward gear is selected.
tic equipment to determine if the problem could recur. If
PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate.
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illuminated. the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer service
is required.
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Torque Converter Clutch You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any
vehicle speed. When the gear selector is in the DRIVE
A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been
position, the transmission will operate automatically, shift-
included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. A
ing between all available gears.
clutch within the torque converter engages automatically
at calibrated speeds. This may result in a slightly different Moving the gear selector to the ERS position (beside
feeling or response during normal operation in the upper DRIVE) will activate ERS mode, display the current gear in
gears. When the vehicle speed drops or during some the instrument cluster, and set that gear as the top available
accelerations, the clutch automatically disengages. gear. Once in ERS mode, moving the gear selector forward
(-) or rearward (+) will change the top available gear and it
NOTE: The torque converter clutch will not engage until
will be displayed in the instrument cluster.
the transmission fluid is warm [usually after 1 to 3 miles (2
to 5 km) of driving]. Because the engine speed is higher To exit ERS mode, simply return the gear selector to the
when the torque converter clutch is not engaged, it may DRIVE position.
seem as if the transmission is not shifting properly when
cold. This is normal. The torque converter clutch will WARNING!
function normally once the transmission is sufficiently
warm. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a
slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or
The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the personal injury.
driver to limit the highest available gear. For example, if
you set the transmission gear limit to 5 (fifth gear), the NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum
transmission will not shift above fifth gear, but will shift deceleration (engine braking), move the gear selector into
through the lower gears normally. the ERS position, then simply press and hold it forward (-).
The transmission will shift to the range from which the
vehicle can best be slowed down.
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DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping
ability. To reduce this possibility, the following precautions
Acceleration
should be observed:
Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery • Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are
surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to slushy.
the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a
difference in the surface traction under the front (driving) • Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles.
wheels. • Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first be- 5
come visible.
WARNING!
• Keep tires properly inflated.
Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. • Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and
Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a
wheels. You could lose control of the vehicle and sudden stop.
possibly have a collision. Accelerate slowly and care-
fully whenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice, DRIVING THROUGH WATER
snow, wet, mud, loose sand, etc.).
Driving through water more than a few inches/centimeters
Traction deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and pre-
vent damage to your vehicle.
When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a
wedge of water to build up between the tire and road
surface. This is known as hydroplaning, and may cause
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Flowing/Rising Water
WARNING! (Continued)
WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s
braking capabilities, which increases stopping dis-
Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is tances. Therefore, after driving through standing
flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flowing water, drive slowly and lightly press on the brake
water can wear away the road or path’s surface and pedal several times to dry the brakes.
cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water. Further- • Failure to follow these warnings may result in inju-
more, flowing and/or rising water can carry your ve- ries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers,
hicle away swiftly. Failure to follow this warning may and others around you.
result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you. CAUTION!
Shallow Standing Water • Always check the depth of the standing water before
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shal- driving through it. Never drive through standing
low standing water, consider the following Cautions and water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims
Warnings before doing so. mounted on the vehicle.
• Determine the condition of the road or the path that
WARNING! is under water and if there are any obstacles in the
way before driving through the standing water.
• Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s • Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through
traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) standing water. This will minimize wave effects.
when driving through standing water.
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If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will
CAUTION! (Continued)
still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi-
• Driving through standing water may cause damage tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering
to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always in- effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during
spect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmis- parking maneuvers.
sion, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid
that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving NOTE:
through standing water. Do not continue to operate • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel
the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated, as this 5
travel are considered normal and do not indicate that
may result in further damage. Such damage is not there is a problem with the power steering system.
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steering
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can cause
pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This
it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious internal
is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This
damage to the engine. Such damage is not covered by
noise should be considered normal, and it does not in
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
any way damage the steering system.
POWER STEERING
CAUTION!
The standard power steering system will give you good
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of
tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid
capability if power assist is lost. temperature and it should be avoided when possible.
Damage to the power steering pump may occur.
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Power Steering Fluid Check PARKING BRAKE
Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
interval is not required. The fluid should be checked at every brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an auto-
oil change if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent, matic transmission in PARK, or manual transmission in
and/or the system is not functioning as anticipated. Coordi- REVERSE or first gear.
nate inspection efforts through an authorized dealer.
The parking brake lever is located in the center console. To
apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as
WARNING! possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up
Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever
with the engine off to prevent injury from moving completely.
parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Do not
overfill. Use only manufacturer’s recommended power
steering fluid.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering
system as the chemicals can damage your power steer-
ing components. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e., The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to
repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor
will still function. However, the effort required to brake the makes a low humming noise during operation, which is
vehicle will be much greater than that required with the normal.
power system operating.
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The ABS includes an amber ABS Warning Light. When the When you are in a severe braking condition involving the
light is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning. The system use of the ABS, you will experience some pedal drop as the
reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. Turning the igni- vehicle comes to a stop. This is the result of the system
tion Off and On again may reset the ABS if the fault reverting to the base brake system.
detected was only momentary.
Engagement of the ABS may be accompanied by a pulsing
sensation. You may also hear a clicking noise. These
WARNING! occurrences are normal and indicate that the system is
• Pumping the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their functioning properly. 5
effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping Brake Assist System (BAS)
makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly
on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking
stop. capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The sys-
• The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent tem detects an emergency braking situation by sensing the
the natural laws of physics from acting on the rate and amount of brake application and then applies
vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering effi- optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce
ciency beyond that afforded by the condition of the braking distances. The BAS complements the Anti-Lock
vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly
• The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of
resulting from excessive speed in turns, following the system, you must apply continuous braking pressure
another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. during the stopping sequence (do not “pump” the brakes).
• The capabilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle must Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous man- longer desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is
ner, which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the deactivated.
safety of others.
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slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven
WARNING!
axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than
• The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning
natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to
nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active
road conditions. even if TCS and ESC are in the Partial Off mode. Refer to
• The BAS cannot prevent collisions, including those “Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in this section for
resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on further information.
very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. Hill Start Assist (HSA)
• The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when
which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA will maintain
of others. the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short
period of time after the driver takes his foot off the brake
Traction Control System (TCS) pedal. If the driver does not apply the throttle during this
The Traction Control System (TCS) monitors the amount of short period of time, the system will release brake pressure
wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The system will
detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) release brake pressure in proportion to the amount of
and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced accel- throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the
eration and stability. A feature of the TCS system, Brake intended direction of travel.
Limited Differential (BLD), functions similar to a limited
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HSA Activation Criteria Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to This system enhances directional control and stability of
activate: the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC corrects
• Vehicle must be stopped. for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by apply-
ing the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter-
• Vehicle must be on a 5% grade or greater hill. acting the oversteering or understeering condition. Engine
• Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain
vehicle in NEUTRAL (manual transmission), vehicle the desired path. ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to 5
facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle backing uphill is determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and
in REVERSE gear). compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the
actual path does not match the intended path, ESC applies
WARNING! the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteract-
ing the oversteer or understeer condition.
There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded
• Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system will
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
not activate and slight rolling may occur. This could
cause a collision with another vehicle or object. Always • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
remember the driver is responsible for braking the appropriate for the steering wheel position.
vehicle.
WARNING!
• The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre-
vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by
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204 STARTING AND OPERATING
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
WARNING! (Continued)
ESC OFF Indicator Light
prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent all
accidents, including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
hydroplaning. ESC also cannot prevent collisions re- in the instrument cluster will come on when the
sulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappropriate ignition switch is turned to the MAR (ON/RUN)
driver input for the conditions. Only a safe, attentive, position for four seconds. If the ESC Activation/
and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabili- Malfunction Indicator Light comes on continuously with
ties of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be ex- the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the
ploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could ESC system. If this light remains on after several ignition
jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others. cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles
• Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly main- (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see
tain your vehicle, may change the handling charac- your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the
teristics of your vehicle, and may negatively affect problem diagnosed and corrected.
the performance of the ESC system. Changes to the The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light (located
steering system, suspension, braking system, tire in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as the tires
type and size or wheel size may adversely affect ESC lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. The ESC
performance. Improperly inflated and unevenly Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light also flashes when
worn tires may also degrade ESC performance. Any TCS is active. If the ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
vehicle modification or poor vehicle maintenance Light begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the
that reduces the effectiveness of the ESC system can accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to
increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road
rollover, personal injury and death. conditions.
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NOTE: Partial Off
• The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and The “ESC OFF” button is located in the switch bank above
the ESC OFF Indicator Light come on momentarily each the climate control. To enter the “Partial Off” mode,
time the ignition switch is turned ON. momentarily push the “ESC OFF” button and the “ESC
• Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system will Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will illuminate.
be ON even if it was turned off previously. To turn the ESC on again, momentarily push the “ESC
OFF” button and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indica-
tor Light” will turn off. This will restore the normal “ESC 5
The ESC OFF Indicator Light indicates the Elec- On” mode of operation.
tronic Stability Control (ESC) is partially off.
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)
Service Description:
95 = Load Index
– A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry
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EXAMPLE:
H = Speed Symbol
– A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under cer-
tain operating conditions
– The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating condi-
tions (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: 5
• 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) the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as
mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the
The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire;
however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard side of
the tire.
white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date
code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for
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
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
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Tire Terminology And Definitions
Term Definition
B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located be-
hind 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. In- 5
flation pressure is measured in units of PSI (pounds per square inch)
or kPa (kilopascals).
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 Pressure Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as
shown on the tire placard.
Tire Placard A label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehicle’s
loading capacity, the original equipment tire sizes and the recom-
mended 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.
Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the
spare tire (if equipped), at least monthly and inflate to the
recommended pressure for your vehicle.
WARNING!
• Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading
can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and
increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the
recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never
overload them.
• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can
Example Tire Placard Location (Door) cause collisions.
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Tire And Loading Information Placard
WARNING! (Continued)
• Under-inflation increases tire flexing and can result
in over-heating and tire failure.
• Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion
shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause
damage that results in tire failure.
• Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems.
You could lose control of your vehicle. 5
• Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle
to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right
or left.
• Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect ve-
hicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in
loss of vehicle control.
Tire And Loading Information Placard
• Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom-
mended cold tire inflation pressure. This placard tells you important information about the:
1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle.
2. Total weight your vehicle can carry.
3. Tire size designed for your vehicle.
4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare
tires.
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Loading Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit—
The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the (1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of
load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation
pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information (2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and
placard in “Vehicle Loading” in “Starting And Operating”, passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
or the Tire Information Supplement, located in your Own- (3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and
er’s Information kit. passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross (4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of
axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear axles cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
must not be exceeded. Refer to “Vehicle Loading” in amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb
“Starting And Operating”, or the Tire Information Supple- passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available
ment located in your Owner’s Information kit, for further cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750
information on GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer tow- (5x150) = 650 lbs.)
ing.
To determine the maximum loading conditions of your
vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
XXX lbs” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The
combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer
tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the
weight referenced here.
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(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and NOTE:
cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your
safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The following
capacity calculated in Step 4. table shows examples on how to calculate total load,
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult with varying seating configurations and number and
this manual to determine how this reduces the available size of occupants. This table is for illustration purposes
cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. only and may not be accurate for the seating and load 5
carry capacity of your vehicle.
Metric Example For Load Limit
• For the following example, the combined weight of
For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg, and there occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs
will be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle, the amount of (392 kg).
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 295 kg (635-
340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as shown in step 4.
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WARNING!
Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading
can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and
increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the rec-
ommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never over-
load them.
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TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING! (Continued)
Tire Pressure • Overinflated or underinflated tires can affect vehicle
Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of
satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Four primary areas vehicle control.
are affected by improper tire pressure: • Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems.
You could lose control of your vehicle.
• Safety and Vehicle Stability
• Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle
• Economy to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right 5
(Continued)
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Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
conventional tire on the collapsible spare wheel, since the The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use
wheel is designed specifically for the collapsible spare tire. only. This tire is identified by a label located on the limited
use spare wheel. This label contains the driving limitations
WARNING! for this spare. This tire may look like the original equipped
Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares handling. Since it is not the same as your original equip- 5
have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the ment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire
tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity.
needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings,
which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result WARNING!
in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Limited use spares are for emergency use only. Instal-
Full Size Spare — If Equipped lation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the
The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. speed listed on the limit use spare wheel. Keep in-
This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the flated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on your
front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the
tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s
the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size spare side door. Replace (or repair) the original equipment
tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as your tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your
original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle
equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first control.
opportunity.
224 STARTING AND OPERATING
Tire Spinning
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 stopping.
Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated
by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or
failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do
not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph Tire Tread
(48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continuously when 1 — Worn Tire
you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning 2 — New Tire
wheel, no matter what the speed.
These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread
Tread Wear Indicators grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). When the tread is
help you in determining when your tires should be re- worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be
placed. replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for
further information.
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Life Of Tire Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with
including, but not limited to: oil, grease, and gasoline.
• Tire pressure – Improper cold tire inflation pressures can The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu-
5
life, resulting in the need for earlier tire replacement. facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent
to the originals in size, quality and performance when
• Distance driven. replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on “Tread
• Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or Wear Indicator” in this section. Refer to the Tire and
higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced tread Loading Information placard or the Vehicle Certification
life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle maintenance Label for the size designation of your tire. The Load Index
schedule is highly recommended. and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the
original equipment tire sidewall.
WARNING! See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the “Tire Safety
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six Information” section of this manual for more information
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire.
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear
You could lose control and have a collision resulting in tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously affect
serious injury or death. your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the
original wheels.
226 STARTING AND OPERATING
It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer
WARNING! (Continued)
or original equipment dealer with any questions you may
have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having ad-
equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the equate speed capability can result in sudden tire
safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle. failure and loss of vehicle control.
WARNING! CAUTION!
• Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
unapproved tires and wheels may change suspen- ings.
sion dimensions and performance characteristics,
resulting in changes to steering, handling, and brak- TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
ing of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable
Due to limited clearance, tire chains or traction devices are
handling and stress to steering and suspension com-
not recommended.
ponents. You could lose control and have a collision
resulting in serious injury or death. Use only the tire
and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your
CAUTION!
vehicle. Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are
• Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity, used.
other than what was originally equipped on your
vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load index could
result in tire overloading and failure. You could lose
control and have a collision.
(Continued)
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TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at
different loads and perform different steering, driving, and
braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal
rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. The
benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggres-
5
sive tread designs such as those on all season type tires.
Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud,
snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth,
quiet ride.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper main- Tire Rotation
tenance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or unusual DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
wear should be corrected prior to rotation being per- TIRE QUALITY GRADES
formed. The following tire grading categories were established
The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross” by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manu-
not apply to some directional tires that must not be facturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the
reversed. tires on your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal
safety requirements in addition to these grades.
228 STARTING AND OPERATING
Treadwear Temperature Grades
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled condi- representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of
tions on a specified government test course. For example, a heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life,
their use, however, and may depart significantly from the and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of perfor-
and differences in road characteristics and climate. mance, which all passenger vehicle tires must meet
Traction Grades under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of perfor-
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, mance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum
B, and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop required by law.
on wet pavement, as measured under controlled condi-
tions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt WARNING!
and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance. The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
WARNING! Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on heat buildup and possible tire failure.
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended
cold tire pressure on the placard. Once the low tire pressure
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the
warning (Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light) illumi-
driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom-
nates, you must increase the tire pressure to the recom-
mended cold tire pressure.
mended cold tire pressure in order for the Tire Pressure
The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi Monitoring Telltale Light to turn off. The system will
(7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the automatically update and the Tire Pressure Monitoring
outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will de- Telltale Light will turn off once the system receives the 5
crease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold updated tire pressures. The vehicle may need to be driven
inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for
after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three the TPMS to receive this information.
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three hour
For example, your vehicle may have a recommended cold
period. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the
(parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of 30 psi
maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall.
(207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the
Refer to “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And
measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), a temperature
Operating” for information on how to properly inflate the
drop to 20°F (-7°C) will decrease the tire pressure to
vehicle’s tires. The tire pressure will also increase as the
approximately 23 psi (159 kPa). This tire pressure is suffi-
vehicle is driven, this is normal and there should be no
ciently low enough to turn on the Tire Pressure Monitoring
adjustment for this increased pressure.
Telltale Light. Driving the vehicle may cause the tire
The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the pressure to rise to approximately 27 psi (186 kPa), but the
tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will still be on. In
any reason, including low temperature effects, or natural this situation, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light
pressure loss through the tire. will turn off only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle’s
recommended cold tire pressure value.
The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire
pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn
230 STARTING AND OPERATING
NOTE:
CAUTION!
• The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and
• The TPMS has been optimized for the original maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and condition.
warnings have been established for the tire size
equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system op- • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge
eration or sensor damage may result when using while adjusting your tire pressure.
replacement equipment that is not of the same size, • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the
type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-
sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
sensor to become inoperable. After using an after- ability.
market tire sealant it is recommended that you take
• The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte-
your vehicle to an authorized dealership to have your
nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain
sensor function checked.
correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge, even if
• After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al-
under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger
ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent
illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale
moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem,
Light.
which could damage the Tire Pressure Monitoring
Sensor. • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure,
and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the
tire.
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System Operation check the inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle,
and inflate each tire to the vehicle’s recommended cold
placard pressure value. The system will automatically
This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the
update and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Light will extin-
instrument cluster.
guish once the updated tire pressures have been received.
The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes
mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information.
Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem,
Check TPMS Warnings 5
transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver Module.
The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on
NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the tire
and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system
pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle regularly and to
fault is detected, an audible chime will be activated and a
maintain the proper pressure.
proper text message will be displayed. If the ignition key is
The TPMS consists of the following components: cycled, this sequence will repeat providing the system fault
• Receiver Module. still exists. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will
turn off when the fault condition no longer exists. A system
• Five Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors. (If Equipped fault can occur with any of the following scenarios:
with Spare Tire)
1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to
• Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light.
facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings sensors.
The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that
in the instrument cluster, an audible chime will be acti- affects radio wave signals.
vated, and a proper text message will be displayed when
one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low. 3. Snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible, 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.
232 STARTING AND OPERATING
5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. 4. Regular size spare tire (equipped with TPMS sensor):
When mounted, the telltale will turn off during the
NOTE: Your vehicle can be equipped with either Tire
normal drive.
Service Kit, compact spare tire or regular size spare tire
(with or without original TPMS sensor). 5. In all the above cases please check the replacement tire
inflation pressure before driving your vehicle.
1. Tire Service Kit (original tire sealant – if equipped): After
fixing the punctured tire with original tire sealant, the 6. In case of tire replacement, if the vehicle is driven for
original situation will be restored, so system will turn off short periods of time, then the system can take a while
the telltale during the normal drive. to be restored.
2. Compact Spare Tire – if equipped: The compact spare NOTE: For a correct Tire Pressure Monitoring behavior,
wheel is not equipped with TPMS sensor. So when please wait for about 20 minutes in key-off during each tire
mounted, during the normal drive the system will turn substitution.
on the telltale (flashing for approximately 75 sec. then
General Information
remains solid). This condition persists until a wheel
equipped with original TPMS sensor has been mounted This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and
on the vehicle. RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
3. Regular size spare tire (not equipped with TPMS sen-
sor): When mounted, during the normal drive the (1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
system will turn on the telltale (flashing for approxi- (2) This device must accept any interference received,
mately 75 sec. then remains solid). This condition per- including interference that may cause undesired operation.
sists until a wheel equipped with original TPMS sensor
has been mounted on the vehicle. Then the system will NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
be restored and the telltale will turn off during the by the party responsible for compliance could void the
normal drive. user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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FUEL REQUIREMENTS Reformulated Gasoline
2.4L Engine Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning
gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”. Reformu-
lated gasoline contains oxygenates and are specifically
This engine is designed to meet all emis-
blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
sions regulations and provide optimum
fuel economy and performance when The use of reformulated gasoline is recommended. Prop-
using high quality unleaded “Regular” erly blended reformulated gasoline will provide improved
5
gasoline having a posted octane number performance and durability of engine and fuel system
of 87 as specified by the (R+M)/2 components.
method. The use of higher octane “Pre- Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
mium” gasoline is not required, as it will not provide any
benefit over “Regular” gasoline in these engines. Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxygen-
ates such as ethanol.
While operating on gasoline with an octane number of 87,
hearing a light knocking sound from the engine is not a
CAUTION!
cause for concern. However, if the engine is heard making
a heavy knocking sound, see your dealer immediately. Use DO NOT use gasoline containing methanol or gasoline
of gasoline with an octane number lower than 87 can cause containing more than 15% ethanol (E-15). Use of these
engine failure and may void or not be covered by the New blends may result in starting and drivability problems,
Vehicle Limited Warranty. damage critical fuel system components, cause emissions
to exceed the applicable standard, and/or cause the “Mal-
Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard
function Indicator Light” to illuminate. Please observe
starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these
pump labels as they should clearly communicate if a fuel
symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consider-
contains greater than 15% ethanol (E-15).
ing service for the vehicle.
234 STARTING AND OPERATING
Problems that result from using gasoline containing more CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications
than 15% ethanol (E-15) or gasoline containing methanol Modifications that allow the engine to run on compressed
are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may natural gas (CNG) or liquid propane (LP) may result in
void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited War- damage to the engine, emissions, and fuel system compo-
ranty. nents. Problems that result from running CNG or LP are
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or
not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gasoline
containing up to 15% ethanol (E-15). Gasoline with higher MMT In Gasoline
ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Limited War- Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) is
ranty. a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 fuel, into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline blended
the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond
• Operate in a lean mode. gasoline of the same octane number without MMT. Gaso-
line blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and
• OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on. reduces emissions system performance in some vehicles.
• Poor engine performance. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without
MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of
• Poor cold start and cold drivability. gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump,
• Increased risk for fuel system component corrosion. therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether
the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal
and California reformulated gasoline.
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Materials Added To Fuel Fuel System Cautions
Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane
rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion, and CAUTION!
stability additives are recommended. Using gasolines that Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
have these additives will help improve fuel economy, performance:
reduce emissions, and maintain vehicle performance. • The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by Federal
Designated TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-
contains a higher level of detergents to mance and damage the emissions control system. 5
further aide in minimizing engine and fuel • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
system deposits. When available, the us- malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
age of Top Tier Detergent gasoline is rec- overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
ommended. Visit www.toptiergas.com for some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or
a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline malfunctioning and may require immediate service.
Retailers. Contact your authorized dealer for service assistance.
• The use of fuel additives, which are now being sold
Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents should be
as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Most of
avoided. Many of these materials intended for gum and
these products contain high concentrations of metha-
varnish removal may contain active solvents or similar
nol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance
ingredients. These can harm fuel system gasket and dia-
problems resulting from the use of such fuels or
phragm materials.
additives is not the responsibility of the manufac-
turer and may void or not be covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
236 STARTING AND OPERATING
NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions control ADDING FUEL
system can result in civil penalties being assessed against The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left
you. side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure
Carbon Monoxide Warnings the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
1. Open the fuel filler door.
WARNING!
2. Remove the fuel cap by rotating it counterclockwise.
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mon-
oxide poisoning:
• Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a
garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the vehicle
is stopped in an open area with the engine running
for more than a short period, adjust the ventilation
system to force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
• Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main-
tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every
Fuel Filler Cap
time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal condi-
tions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with 3. Fully insert the gasoline nozzle into the filler pipe.
all side windows fully open. 4. Fill the vehicle with fuel.
NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel
tank is full.
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5. Remove gasoline nozzle, reinstall fuel cap and close fuel NOTE:
filler door. • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full.
WARNING!
• Tighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking”
• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the sound. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is
vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is properly tightened.
being filled.
• If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL may 5
• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is
come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the
in violation of most state and federal fire regulations
vehicle is refueled.
and may cause the MIL to turn on.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable VEHICLE LOADING
container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned.
Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label
affixed to the driver’s side door or B-Pillar.
CAUTION!
If seats are removed for carrying cargo, do not exceed the
• Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system specified GVWR and GAWR.
could result from using an improper fuel tank filler
tube cap. A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into Vehicle Certification Label
the fuel system and may cause the “Malfunction Indi- Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to the
cator Light (MIL)” to turn on, due to fuel vapors
drivers side B-Pillar or the rear of the driver’s door.
escaping from the system.
• To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top The label contains the following information:
off” the fuel tank after filling. • Name of manufacturer
• Month and year of manufacture
238 STARTING AND OPERATING
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
WARNING!
• Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front
Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is impor-
• Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear tant that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if
either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the
• Type of vehicle
vehicle and have a collision.
• Month, Day, and Hour of manufacture (MDH)
Tire Size
The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN.
The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total load Rim Size
must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR.
This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed.
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear Inflation Pressure
axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles
evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for
rear GAWR. all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
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Curb Weight Loading
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty
of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo loaded down low and be sure you distribute their weight as
into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before
determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you
scale before any occupants or cargo are added. have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within
the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight. 5
Overloading
Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect on
The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, wheels, the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the
etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory service as brakes operate.
long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the front and
rear GAWR. NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to
the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and
The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle GAWRs.
is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for
operation. Weigh it on a commercial scale to ensure that it TRAILER TOWING
is not over the GVWR. In this section you will find safety tips and information on
Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with
separately. It is important that you distribute the load your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully review this
evenly over the front and rear axles. information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as
possible.
Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and
shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage,
components do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s follow the requirements and recommendations in this
GVWR. manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
240 STARTING AND OPERATING
Common Towing Definitions rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica-
tion Label” in “Starting And Operating” for further infor-
The following trailer towing related definitions will assist
mation.
you in understanding the following information:
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) WARNING!
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum
This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition
The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed can result if either rating is exceeded.
the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification
Label” in “Starting And Operating” for further informa- Tongue Weight (TW)
tion.
The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) hitch ball by the trailer. You must consider this as part of
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all the load on your vehicle.
cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tempo- Frontal Area
rary) loaded in or on the trailer in its ⬙loaded and ready for
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the
operation⬙ condition.
maximum width of the front of a trailer.
The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your
Trailer Sway Control
fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of
the trailer must be supported by the scale. The trailer sway control is supported by a mechanical
telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion
axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while
evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or traveling.
STARTING AND OPERATING 241
If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) thereby enhancing towing safety. The addition of a friction/
recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic
individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and
attempt to eliminate the trailer sway. trailer stability. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing
(load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue
Weight-Carrying Hitch
Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle and
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, trailer configuration/loading to comply with Gross Axle
just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements.
5
other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds of
hitches are the most popular on the market today and they WARNING!
are commonly used to tow small and medium sized
trailers. • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch
system may reduce handling, stability, braking per-
Weight-Distributing Hitch formance, and could result in a collision.
A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage • Weight Distributing Systems may not be compatible
through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your hitch
loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle’s and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational
front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance Vehicle dealer for additional information.
with the manufacturer’s directions, it provides for a more level
ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control
242 STARTING AND OPERATING
Trailer Hitch Classification and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct
trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
The following chart provides the industry standard for the
maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow
Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions
Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry Standards
Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1,587 kg)
Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2,267 kg)
Class IV - Extra Heavy Duty 10,000 lbs (4,535 kg)
Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)” chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight
(GTW) towable for your given drivetrain.
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle.
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Trailer And Tongue Weight
Ratings) Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on
NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- your bumper or trailer hitch.
mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website
addresses:
• ramtrucks.com/en/towing_guide/
• ramtruck.ca (Canada)
• rambodybuilder.com
STARTING AND OPERATING 243
Refer to the “Tire And Loading Information” placard for
the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for
your vehicle.
Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drivetrain
components, the following guidelines are recommended.
5
CAUTION!
• Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles
(805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle
or other parts could be damaged.
Consider the following items when computing the weight • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a trailer
on the rear axle of the vehicle: is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do
• The tongue weight of the trailer. not make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine
and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier
• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put
loads.
in or on your vehicle.
• The weight of the driver and all passengers. Perform the maintenance listed in the “Maintenance
Schedule”. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the
maintenance intervals. When towing a trailer, never exceed
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional
the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must
be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
244 STARTING AND OPERATING
Four-Pin Connector
NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle’s wiring
harness. 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park
2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn
The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle 3 — Ground 6 — Right Stop/Turn
but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer
to the following illustrations.
STARTING AND OPERATING 247
Automatic Transmission
The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The
transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid
frequent shifting when towing. However, if frequent shift-
ing does occur while in DRIVE, use the Electronic Range
Select (ERS) shift control to select a lower gear range.
NOTE: Using a lower gear range while operating the
5
vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve per-
formance and extend transmission life by reducing exces-
sive shifting and heat build up. This action will also
provide better engine braking.
Seven-Pin Connector Electronic Range Select (ERS)
1 — Battery 5 — Ground • When using the ERS shift control, select the highest gear
2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn
that allows for adequate performance and avoids fre-
3 — Right Stop/Turn 7 — Running Lamps
4 — Electric Brakes quent downshifts. For example, choose “5” if the desired
speed can be maintained. Choose “4” or “3” if needed to
Towing Tips maintain the desired speed.
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and • To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous
backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as necessary
traffic. to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to a
higher gear range or vehicle speed when grade and road
conditions allow.
248 STARTING AND OPERATING
Speed Control — If Equipped City Driving
• Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. When stopped for short periods, shift the transmission into
• When using the speed control, if you experience speed NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until Highway Driving
you can get back to cruising speed.
Reduce speed.
• Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to
maximize fuel efficiency. Air Conditioning
CONTENTS
䡵 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS . . . . . . . . . . . .252 ▫ Vehicles With Alloy Wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .269
䡵 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . .252 ▫ Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers . . . . . . . .271
䡵 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . .253 䡵 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . .272
▫ Torque Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253 ▫ Preparations For Jump Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272 6
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 against
Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each the wheel.
nut/bolt has been tightened twice.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been
lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in
personal injury.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 255
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED
Small punctures up to ¼” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be
sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or
nails) should not be removed from the tire. Tire Service Kit
can be used in outside temperatures down to approxi-
mately -4°F (-20°C).
This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you to
drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km) with a
maximum speed of 65 mph (106 km/h). 6
Tire Service Kit Storage — If Equipped
The Tire Service Kit is located under the passenger seat. Tire Service Kit Components
Tire Service Kit Usage 1 — Sealant Bottle
2 — Pressure Gauge
If a tire is punctured, you can make a first emergency repair
3 — Power Plug (Located Behind Storage Door)
using the Tire Service Kit located under the passenger seat. 4 — Power Button
Tire punctures of up to 1/4” (6 mm) can be repaired; the kit 5 — Sealant Hose (Clear)
can be used in all weather conditions. Do not remove the
foreign object from the punctured tire, i.e., screw or nail. WARNING!
Remove the Tire Service Kit from the vehicle, take it out
• Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle
from the bag and place it near the punctured tire. Screw the
closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid
clear flexible filling tube to the tire valve.
the danger of being hit when using the Tire Service Kit.
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256 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
WARNING!
Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have
the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using
Tire Service Kit. Do not exceed 65 mph (110 km/h) until
the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this
warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal
to you, your passengers, and others around you. Have
the tire checked as soon as possible at an authorized
dealer.
258 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED
WARNING!
• Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off
the road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
• Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The
vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You
could be crushed. Never put 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
Tire Service Kit Expiration Date Location
where it can be raised on a lift.
WARNING! • Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on
a jack.
Store the sealant canister in its special compartment, • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing
away from sources of heat. Failure to follow this tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the
WARNING may result in sealant canister rupture and vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be
serious injury or death. jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or
slippery areas.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 259
Jack Location
The jack and tools are stowed under the driver’s front seat.
Jack Tools
1 — Wrench Handle
Jack/Tools Location 2 — Winch Extension
3 — Emergency Screwdriver
Removing The Spare Tire 4 — Bolt Install Wrench
5 — Wheel Chock
1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the 6 — Jack
vehicle. Attach the wrench handle to the winch exten-
sion.
260 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
2. To access the winch mechanism open the rear doors of
the vehicle to expose the winch mechanism access cover.
Remove the access cover and install the winch extension
into the winch mechanism.
Jack Tools
1 — Winch Extension
2 — Wrench Handle
Retainer
Lifting Spare Tire
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 263
Preparations For Jacking Jacking Instructions
1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery
WARNING!
areas. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help
prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:
WARNING! • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible before raising the
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle.
vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the
• Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. 6
road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or
• Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be
changing the wheel.
raised.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. • Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic
transmission in PARK; a manual transmission in
3. Apply the parking brake. REVERSE.
4. Place the gear selector into PARK. • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a
jack.
5. Turn the ignition off to the LOCK position. • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
6. Chock both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally jack.
opposite of the jacking position. For example, if chang- • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If
ing the right front tire, chock the left rear wheel. you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a
service center where it can be raised on a lift.
NOTE: Passengers should not remain in • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for
the vehicle when the vehicle is being lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
jacked.
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264 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
WARNING! (Continued)
• If working on or near a roadway, be extremely
careful of motor traffic.
• To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely
stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem
facing the ground.
• The stowed spare tire should always be checked for
security by pushing on it with your hand , at the
location under the rear bumper, behind the vehicle.
The spare tire should not move when fully secured
by the winch under the vehicle.
Jack Warning Label
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 265
NOTE: Place the jack underneath the jack engagement
location that is closest to the flat tire.
Jacking Locations
1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug bolts with the
wrench handle by turning them to the left one turn Jack Engaged To Body Flange
while the wheel is still on the ground.
2. There are two jack engagement locations on each side of
the vehicle body.
266 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 267
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on
locations other than those indicated.
3. Turn the handle on the jack screw to the right until the
jack head is properly engaged in the described location.
Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is
securely engaged.
6
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the
Front Jacking Location Engaged vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt
someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to
remove the tire.
268 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
5. Remove the wheel lug bolts. For vehicles with wheel
covers, remove the cover from the wheel by hand. Do
not pry the wheel cover off. Then pull the wheel off the
hub.
6. Install the spare tire. Lightly tighten the wheel lug bolts
using the bolt install wrench.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in serious injury. Mounting Spare Tire
CAUTION!
Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem
facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the
spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
WARNING!
6
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the wheel bolts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It
could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other Positive Battery Post
booster source with a system voltage greater than
12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alter- WARNING!
nator or electrical system may occur.
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever
Preparations For Jump Start the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition
switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan
The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the blades.
engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly.
(Continued)
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 273
Jump Starting Procedure
WARNING! (Continued)
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch WARNING!
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured. Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your result in personal injury or property damage due to
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is battery explosion.
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery. CAUTION!
6
1. Apply the parking brake, shift the automatic transmis- Failure to follow these procedures could result in
sion into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK. damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical or the discharged vehicle.
accessories. Connecting The Jumper Cables
3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the
the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper
WARNING! cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could 3. Connect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable to the
establish a ground connection and personal injury negative (-) post of the booster battery.
could result.
274 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper 3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from
cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper
and the fuel injection system.
cable from the positive (+) post of the vehicle with the
discharged battery.
WARNING!
If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle
Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post you should have the battery and charging system in-
of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark spected at your authorized dealer.
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury. Only use the specific ground point, do FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
not use any other exposed metal parts. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start wheel right and left to clear the area around the front
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery. wheels. Push and hold the lock button on the gear selector.
Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE,
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in while gently pressing the accelerator. Use the least amount
the reverse sequence: of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables motion, without spinning the wheels or racing the engine.
1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable from NOTE: Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be
the engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less.
battery. Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for more
than two seconds, you must press the brake pedal to
2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper engage DRIVE or REVERSE.
cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 275
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276 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Damage
from improper towing is not covered under the New 6
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CONTENTS
䡵 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L . . . . . . . . . . .283 ▫ Body Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .292
䡵 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .284 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .293
▫ Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ▫ Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .294
Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .284
▫ Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .294
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . . .285
▫ Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296 7
䡵 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
▫ Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300
PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .285
▫ Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302
䡵 REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286
▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302
䡵 DEALER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
䡵 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . .286
Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304
▫ Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287
䡵 FUSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .309
▫ Engine Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289
▫ Underhood Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .310
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290
▫ Interior Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290
▫ Central Unit Fuse Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291
282 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
䡵 VEHICLE STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322
䡵 REPLACEMENT BULBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 䡵 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS .322
䡵 BULB REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 ▫ Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322
▫ Exterior Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 ▫ Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324
▫ Interior Bulbs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .319
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 283
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L
CAUTION! WARNING!
• It is essential when replacing the cables on the • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants ap-
battery that the positive cable is attached to the proved by the manufacturer for your air conditioning
positive post and the negative cable is attached to the system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flam-
negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+) mable and can explode, injuring you. Other unap-
and negative (-) and are identified on the battery proved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the sys-
case. Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal tem to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
posts and free of corrosion. Warranty Information Book for further warranty
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the information.
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant un-
connecting the charger to the battery. Do not use a der high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury or 7
“fast charger” to provide starting voltage. damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any
repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be
Air Conditioner Maintenance done by an experienced technician.
For best possible performance, your air conditioner should
be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the CAUTION!
start of each warm season. This service should include
cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. system as the chemicals can damage your air condition-
ing components. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
292 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If Body Lubrication
Equipped Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
carbon (HFC) that is an ozone-saving product. However, tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be
the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning ser- lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
vice be performed by authorized dealer or other service Mopar Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy operation
facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the applica-
tion of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be wiped
NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system PAG
clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil
compressor oil and refrigerants.
and grease should be removed. Particular attention should
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R1234yf — If also be given to hood latching components to ensure
Equipped proper function. When performing other underhood ser-
R-1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoole- vices, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch
fine HFO that is an ozone-saving product with a low GWP should be cleaned and lubricated.
(Global Warming Potential). However, the manufacturer The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
recommends that air conditioning service be performed by year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery amount of a high quality lubricant, such as Mopar Lock
and recycling equipment. Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil and refrigerants.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 293
Windshield Wiper Blades 2. Turn the ignition to the MAR-ON position then to STOP.
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the 3. After turning the ignition to the STOP, within two
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a minutes move the right stalk upward, into the unstable
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulations (“anti-panic”) position, for at least half of a second. The
of salt or road film. windshield wiper then executes part of a stroke; at each
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may command, approximately 1/3 of a normal wiper stroke
cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer is triggered.
fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a NOTE: The previous operation can be repeated up to three
dry windshield. times. In order to move the blades to the most suitable
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from position.
7
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with 4. Lift the blade from the windshield and proceed with the
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. required operation.
NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending 5. Carefully lower the blade, bringing it back in contact
on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor- with the windshield.
mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks,
water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are 6. Bring the blade to the initial rest position, turning the
present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary. ignition to MAR-ON.
Wiper Service Position NOTE: Do not operate the screen wiper with the blades
lifted from the windshield.
If it is necessary to lift the blade from the windshield (In the
event of snow or blade replacement) Proceed as directed:
1. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the OFF
position.
294 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Adding Washer Fluid Exhaust System
The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the
compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with wind- system.
shield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system;
the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle;
water. or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex-
washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe clean haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
the wiper blades, this will help blade performance. aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or
loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in
the passenger compartment. In addition, have the exhaust
cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubri-
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating
cation or oil change. Replace as required.
information can be found on most washer fluid containers.
WARNING! WARNING!
• Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Breath-
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
ing it can make you unconscious and can eventually
must be exercised when filling or working around the
poison you. To avoid breathing CO, refer to “Safety
washer solution.
Tips/Exhaust Gas” in “Things To Know Before Starting
Your Vehicle” for further information.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 295
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic converter
WARNING! (Continued)
will not require maintenance. However, it is important to
• A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst
materials that can burn. Such materials might be operation and prevent possible catalyst damage.
grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust
system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control sys-
where your exhaust system can contact anything that tems can result in civil penalties being assessed against
can burn. you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
CAUTION! engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and
abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop the
• The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool. Service, 7
fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effective- including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications,
ness of the catalyst as an emissions control device should be obtained immediately.
and may seriously reduce engine performance and
cause serious damage to the engine. To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
• Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- motion.
ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor- • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Contin- vehicle.
ued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat, • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
resulting in possible damage to the converter and disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
vehicle. testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idle
or malfunctioning operating conditions.
296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Cooling System Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
WARNING! properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is needed to
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you be added to the system, please contact your local autho-
see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not rized dealer.
open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains visible
Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and flush with
the radiator or coolant bottle is hot. OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to MS.90032).
Engine Coolant Checks Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper main-
tenance intervals.
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where appli- Selection Of Coolant
cable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the system
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Main-
should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
coolant (conforming to MS.90032) by an authorized dealer.
Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of
CAUTION!
bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from
a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser. • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine dam-
coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire age and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic
system for leaks. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT
(Continued)
PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 297
Adding Coolant
CAUTION! (Continued)
Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is differ- Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
ent and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032) that allows
Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (anti- extended maintenance intervals. This engine coolant (anti-
freeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (anti- freeze) can be used up to ten years or 150,000 miles
freeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reducing this
introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, extended maintenance period, it is important that you use
the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conforming to
and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) throughout the life of your vehicle.
MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as pos- Please review these recommendations for using Organic
sible. Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) 7
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional MS.90032. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not
• We recommend using Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10
be compatible with the engine coolant and may plug
Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive
the radiator.
Technology) that meets the requirements of FCA Mate-
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with
rial Standard MS.90032.
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze).
Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (anti- • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant
freeze) is not recommended. that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard
MS.90032 and distilled water. Use higher concentrations
(not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below −34°F (−37°C)
are anticipated. Please contact your authorized dealer
for assistance.
298 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized Cooling System Pressure Cap
water when mixing the water/engine coolant (anti- The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
freeze) solution. The use of lower quality water will coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
cooling system. recovery tank.
NOTE: The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
• It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the proper accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
level of protection against freezing according to the
The image on the coolant system pres-
temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is
sure cap is a reminder that the radiator
operated.
contains hot engine coolant under pres-
• Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant prop- sure.
erly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to
severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is needed
to be added to the system, please contact your local
authorized dealer. WARNING!
• Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- • Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is over-
HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, heated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up
OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) as soon as pos- in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or injury,
sible. do not remove the pressure cap while the system is
hot or under pressure.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 299
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
WARNING! (Continued)
no need to remove the radiator/coolant pressure cap
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci- unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point
fied for your vehicle. Personal injury or engine or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant of this.
damage may result. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory,
the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a
maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets the
regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032 should
your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for
be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
your community. To prevent ingestion by animals or
children, do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant Points To Remember 7
in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the
NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills imme-
from the front of the engine compartment. This is normally
diately.
a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity
Coolant Level accumulating on the radiator and being vaporized when
The coolant expansion bottle provides a quick visual the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine coolant (anti-
method for determining that the coolant level is adequate. freeze) to enter the radiator.
With the engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine
coolant (antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the
“MIN” and “MAX” marks.
300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the
coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze) Brake System
needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
bottle must also be protected against freezing. system components should be inspected periodically. Refer
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested intervals.
for leaks.
WARNING!
• Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi-
MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion pro- bly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding
tection of your engine which contains aluminum com- on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake
ponents. temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow brake damage. You would not have your full braking
hoses are not kinked or obstructed. capacity in an emergency.
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302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Power Steering Fluid Automatic Transmission
Check the fluid level with the vehicle on flat ground and Selection Of Lubricant
engine cold. Fluid should be between MIN and MAX
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
references on the reservoir body.
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
The level may go over the MAX line when oil is hot. only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid. Refer
If topping off is required, make sure the oil you use is to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in this section
approved. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts” for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain the
in the section for further information. transmission fluid at the correct level using the recom-
mended fluid.
WARNING! NOTE: No chemical flushes should be used in any trans-
mission; only the approved lubricant should be used.
Because it is flammable, do not allow the power
steering fluid to come into contact with hot engine
parts
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur-
NOTE: Power steering fluid consumption is very low. If er’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in
you need to top off your fluid often and multiple times transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
have your system inspected by your authorized dealer. shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 303
Special Additives If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using any
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle
special additives in the transmission. Automatic Transmis-
with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission
sion Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its perfor-
damage.
mance may be impaired by supplemental additives. There-
fore, do not add any fluid additives to the transmission.
Avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely CAUTION!
affect seals. If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission damage
CAUTION! may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper tools
to adjust the fluid level accurately. 7
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- Fluid And Filter Changes
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the life
Fluid Level Check of the vehicle.
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. However,
adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes contami-
fluid level checks are not required, therefore the transmis- nated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is disas-
sion has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can check sembled for any reason.
your transmission fluid level using special service tools.
304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion • Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic Washing
locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle
snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road in the shade using Mopar Car Wash, or a mild car wash
surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water.
in your vehicle. Outside parking, which exposes your vehicle
to airborne contaminants, road surfaces on which the vehicle • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumulated
is operated, extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme on your vehicle, use Mopar Super Kleen Bug and Tar
conditions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, Remover to remove.
and underbody protection. • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as Mopar Cleaner
The following maintenance recommendations will enable Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resis- paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint.
tance built into your vehicle. • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that
What Causes Corrosion? may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the NOTE: If the belts retract slowly, inspect the upper turning
towel or cloth that you are using. Do not spray cleaner loop for soiling. If soiling is present, clean with a wet soft
directly on the mirror. cloth until all residue is removed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309
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310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Underhood Fuses The ID number of the electrical component corresponding
to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover.
The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of
the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the
fuses, remove fasteners and remove the cover.
7
Fuse Panel
Cavity Mini Fuse Description
F1 10 Amp Red Front Heated Seat Passenger
F2 10 Amp Red Front Heated Seat Driver
F3 20 Amp Yellow Rear Power Window Driver side
F4 20 Amp Yellow Rear Power Window Passenger side
F5 15 Amp Blue Fog Lamps
316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
VEHICLE STORAGE • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 (e.g., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air condi-
days, you may want to take these steps to protect your tioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air
battery. and high blower setting. This will ensure adequate system
lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor dam-
• Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. age when the system is started again.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Bulbs
Lamps Bulb Number
Front Courtesy Lamps C10W
Rear Courtesy Lamps C10W
Luggage Lamp C5W
Exterior Bulbs
Lamps Bulb Number
Front Low Beam Headlamp H11
Front High Beam Headlamps HB3
Front Side Marker Lamps LED (See your authorized dealer)
Front Parking/Daytime Running Lamps W21W
Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W
Rear Stop Lamp P21W
Rear Turn Signal Lamps PY21W
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317
Dome Lamp
1 — Protective Cover
2 — Bulbs
7
Roof Lamp (Reverse Side) Roof Lamp (Reverse Side)
1 — Cover 1 — Bulb
3. Replace the bulb releasing them from the side contacts 4. Close the protective cover and reposition it back into its
making sure that the new bulbs are correctly secured housing, making sure that it locks into place.
between the contacts.
322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
2.4L Engine 16 Gallons 60.5 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
2.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts 5.2 Liters
Cooling System*
2.4 Liter Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula)
* Includes heater and coolant reservoir filled to MAX level.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
(Continued)
324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Chassis
CONTENTS
䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .326 ▫ Maintenance Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .327
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326 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), 350 hours of engine
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
run time or twelve months, whichever comes first. The 350
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
for fleet customers.
scheduled maintenance.
Severe Duty All Models
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that service Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extended engine idle time, operated predominantly at idle, or only very low engine
extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures will influence RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
when the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil
message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) • Check engine oil level.
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as • Check windshield washer fluid level.
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than
your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake
referring to the steps described under “Oil Change Reset” master cylinder, fill as needed.
in “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Understanding Your • Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Instrument Panel” for further information.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 327
Maintenance Chart At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Required Maintenance Intervals Change Indicator System:
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
for the required maintenance intervals. required
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses,
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil lines and park brake
Change Indicator System: • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
• Change oil and filter • Inspect exhaust system
• Rotate the tires • Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it off-road conditions
occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
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100,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
110,000
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
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
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 X X
Inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends,
X X X X X X X
and replace if necessary.
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. X X X X X X X
328 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
100,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
110,000
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
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
112,000
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
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 vehicle
could result in a component malfunction and effect
vehicle handling and performance. This could cause
an accident.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CONTENTS
䡵 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332 Impaired (TDD/TTY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332 ▫ Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335
▫ Be Reasonable With Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332 䡵 MOPAR PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335
䡵 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . .335
▫ FCA USA LLC Customer Center . . . . . . . . . . . .333 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. . .335
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▫ FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center. . . . . . . . . . .333 ▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336
▫ In Mexico Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .333 䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS . . . . . . . . . . . . .336
▫ Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands. . . . . . . . . .333
332 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
YOUR VEHICLE The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally
Prepare For The Appointment interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy
with our products and services.
If you are having warranty work done, be sure to bring the
right papers with you, as well as your warranty folder. All Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. We
work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty. strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an autho-
Discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep rized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and are most
a maintenance log of your vehicle’s service history, as this concerned that you get prompt and high quality service.
can often provide a clue to the current problem. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the facilities,
factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest
Prepare A List
information to ensure the vehicle is fixed correctly and in a
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the timely manner.
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident or
work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer
service advisor know. service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with
this process.
Be Reasonable With Requests
• If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the
If you list a number of items and you must have your general manager or owner of the authorized dealer.
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with the They want to know if you need assistance.
service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At
• If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the concern,
many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle
you may contact the manufacturer’s customer center.
at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it is
advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an
appointment.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 333
Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer center In Mexico Contact
should include the following information: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240
• Owner’s name and address
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
• Owner’s telephone number (home and office)
Mexico, D. F.
• Authorized dealer name
In Mexico City: 5081-7568
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Outside Mexico City: 1-800-505-1300
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage
Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands
FCA USA LLC Customer Center
Customer Service Chrysler International Services LLC
P.O. Box 21–8004
P.O. Box 191857
Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004
San Juan 00919-1857
Phone: (866) 726-4636 9
Tel.: (787) 782-5757
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
Fax: (787) 782-3345
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone: (800) 465-2001 English / (800) 387-9983 French
334 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three
Impaired (TDD/TTY) weeks of the vehicle delivery date. If you have any
questions about the service contract, call the manufactur-
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
er’s Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1-800-
manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunica-
521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800) 465-2001 English /
tion Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.
(800) 387-9983 French).
Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access
to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the The manufacturer will not stand behind any service con-
United States, can communicate with the manufacturer by tract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not
dialing 1-800-380-CHRY. responsible for any service contract other than the manu-
facturer’s service contract. If you purchased a service
Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require
contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract, and
assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by
you require service after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle
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documents, and contact the person listed in those docu-
Relay Service operator.
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WARNING!
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Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only),
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reproductive harm. a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
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INDEX
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338 INDEX
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . .297 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299
Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200
Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304
Air Bag Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Driver Knee Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Audio Systems (Radio). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Enhanced Accident Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .279 Auto Down Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .279 Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 184
If A Deployment Occurs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186, 188, 303
Knee Impact Bolsters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303, 324
Maintaining Your Air Bag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Fluid And Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303
Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Fluid Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303
Air Bag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71, 136 Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302, 303
Air Bag Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302, 324
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter). . . . . .290 Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291 Auto Up Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Air Conditioning Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172 Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) . . . . . . . . .108
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . .171, 173 Axle Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324
Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291, 292
Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291 Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137, 290
Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Air Pressure, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 Keyless Key Fob Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Belts, Seat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Alarm System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Body Builders Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .292
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296, 322 B-Pillar Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
INDEX 339
Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 Chart, Tire Sizing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
Brake, Parking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .285
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200, 300 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Anti-Lock (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 Checks, Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301, 324 Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 Child Restraints
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198 Booster Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Brake/Transmission Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188 Child Seat Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316, 317 How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt . . . . . . . . .59
Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73, 316 Infants And Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Locating The LATCH Anchorages . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Camera, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children . . . . . . . .55
Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 Older Children And Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . .52
Caps, Filler Seating Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236 Cigar Lighter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 10
Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283, 288 Clean Air Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198 Cleaning
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .305
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70, 236 Climate Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
Cargo Tie-Downs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
Car Washes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304 Cold Weather Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222
Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237 Contract, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
340 INDEX
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap). . . . . . . . . . . . .298 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296 Disabled Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .276
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297 Disposal
Coolant Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299
Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299 Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
Disposal Of Used Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299 Door Ajar Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
Drain, Flush, And Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296 Door Locks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296, 299 Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Points To Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299 Driving
Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Radiator Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . .296, 322
Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304 Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) . . . . . . . . .108
Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 Electric Rear Window Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Electric Remote Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332 Electronic Brake Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200
Customer Programmable Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Electronic Range Select (ERS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .194
Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206
Dealer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . . . . .99
Defroster, Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203
Defroster, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light . . . . . . . . .135
Diagnostic System, Onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .284 Emergency, In Case Of
Dipsticks Freeing Vehicle When Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274
Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272
INDEX 341
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .276 Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70, 236
Emission Control System Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . .285 Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70, 294
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290
Block Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186 Filters
Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290
Checking Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172
Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289, 322
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296 Engine Oil Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289
Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70, 236 Flashers
Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185 Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252
Flooded, Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185 Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73, 148
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272 Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287, 322 Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324
Oil Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283, 288 Fluid Capacities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322
Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289 Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 10
Oil Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288, 322 Fluid Level Checks
Oil Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
Engine Oil Viscosity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . . . .322
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288 Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Enhanced Accident Response Feature . . . . . . . . . . . .279 Four-Way Hazard Flasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252
Ethanol. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274
342 INDEX
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Guide, Body Builders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238
Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Hazard
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236 Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141 Hazard Warning Flasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252
Materials Added . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308
Octane Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233, 322 Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 Heated Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .309 Heater, Engine Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186
Hill Start Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236, 285 Hitches
Gasoline, Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242
Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Holder, Cup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Gasoline, Reformulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189
Gear Select Lever Override. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277 Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166, 232 Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238, 240 Immobilizer (Sentry Key) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238, 240 Inside Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
INDEX 343
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122, 134, 148 Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73, 316
Instrument Cluster Display Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73, 91
Instrument Cluster Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71, 136
Instrument Panel And Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 Brake Assist Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Brake Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Interior Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .307 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149
iPod Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Engine Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
iPod/USB/MP3 Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Bluetooth Streaming Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252
Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . .146
Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92, 149
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . . . . .16 Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Key-In Reminder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
Key, Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 10
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73, 148
Lane Change Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .134, 148
Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Loading Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237, 239
Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239
Lead Free Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
Leaks, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Life Of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
344 INDEX
Lubrication, Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .292 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233, 322
Lug Nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253 Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
Maintenance Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287, 322
Maintenance Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286 Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .326 Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .146, 285 Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287
Manual, Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336 Dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287
Master Cylinder (Brakes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289
Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289, 322
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 Filter Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289
Electric Powered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Identification Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288
Electric Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Materials Added To . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289
Exterior Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Pressure Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288, 322
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288, 322
Monitor, Tire Pressure System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .229 Oil Filter, Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289
Mopar Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286, 335 Oil Filter, Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289
MTBE/ETBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Multi-Function Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .284
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252
Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
INDEX 345
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) . . . . . . . . . . .4, 336 Recreational Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .248
Reformulated Gasoline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
Paint Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304 Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .292
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198 Reminder, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
ParkSense System, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls . . . . . . . . . . .165
Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316
Personal Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286
Placard, Tire And Loading Information . . . . . . . .212, 213 Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225
Power Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Restraint, Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197, 198 Restraints, Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Preparation For Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .263 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Pretensioners Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335 10
Safety, Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 Safety Information, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap). . . . . . . . . . . . .298 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Radio Frequency Schedule, Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .326
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Seat Belt
Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . . . . . .34
Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Rear ParkSense System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 Energy Management Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
346 INDEX
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336
Seat Belt Pretensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Shifting
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188
Seat Belt Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Shift Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 70 Signals, Turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73, 148
Adjustable Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Snow Chains (Tire Chains) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage . . . . . . . . . .34 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221, 222, 223
Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 29, 32 Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 Specifications
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Fuel (Gasoline) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322
Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322
Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Speed Control
Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Accel/Decel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Untwisting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Speed Control (Cruise Control). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Cold Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322
INDEX 347
Steering Life Of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197, 198 Load Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212, 214
Tilt Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . .229
Wheel, Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Pressure Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165 Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .165 Radial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225
Storage, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172, 316 Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227
Storing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207, 217
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag. . . . . . . . . . .40 Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
Synthetic Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221, 223
Telescoping Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .244
Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
Tire And Loading Information Placard . . . . . . . .212, 213 Tire Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207 Tire Service Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255 10
Tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72, 217, 221, 227 Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242
Aging (Life Of Tires) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239
Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212, 217 Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .276
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226 Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222 Recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .248
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217, 221 Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242
High Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome . . . . . . . . . . . .248
Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
348 INDEX
Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202 Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237
Trailer Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Cooling System Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .248 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214, 237, 239
Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Minimum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .243 Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172, 316
Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247 Viscosity, Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288
Trailer And Tongue Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242 Voice Recognition System (VR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .245
Trailer Towing Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Trailer Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335
Transaxle Washers, Windshield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96, 294
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 184 Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188 Water
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186, 188, 302 Driving Through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302 Wheel And Wheel Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .305
Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .305
Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224 Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131 Window Fogging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172
Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Uconnect Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174 Windshield Defroster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227 Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96, 294
Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .294
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
INDEX 349
Windshield Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .293
Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Wiper Blade Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .293
Wrecker Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .276
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
EQUIPMENT routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use
Special design considerations are incorporated into this only fully shielded coaxial cable.
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
equipment must be installed properly by trained person-
nel. The following must be observed during installation. Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
The positive power connection should be made directly
to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible. All installations should be checked for possible interfer-
The negative power connection should be made to body ence between the communications equipment and the
sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection. vehicle’s electronic systems.
This connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the
roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used
in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may
affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on
vehicles so equipped.
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