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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ..............3 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS .
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized particularly those used for braking, steering, transmission, dealer knows your Jeep® vehicle best, has factory-trained and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles technicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about on different road surfaces.
INTRODUCTION passenger vehicles. It is capable of performing better in a Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in an unsafe is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S. manner, all vehicles can go out of control.
6 INTRODUCTION Symbols Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner’s Manual:...
INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- ating procedures that could result in a collision, bodily injury and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information.
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS FRONT VIEW ......10 INTERIOR ......13 REAR VIEW.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 19 KEYS Locking Doors With A Key Your vehicle uses keyless ignition system. The ignition You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the door, system consists of a key fob with a Remote Keyless Entry turn the key to the right.
20 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the instrument cluster Programming Additional Key Fobs display, perform the following steps: Refer to “Sentry Key” in this section for further informa- tion. 1. Push and hold the lock button on a programmed key fob for at least 4 seconds but no longer than 10 If you do not have a programmed key fob, contact your...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 21 General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: 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.
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22 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 3. Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate the key to NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the the LOCK position. gear selector in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 23 SENTRY KEY WARNING! (Continued) The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor- • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system a location accessible to children.
24 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an authorized operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it dealer or by following the customer key programming indicates that there is a fault in the electronics.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 25 Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash. Place the General Information ignition in the LOCK position and remove the second The following regulatory statement applies to all radio key. frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: 4.
26 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE present (driver’s door, passenger door, other doors, igni- after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals after 15 tion) after three minutes, the parking lights and tail lights minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm will flash for an additional 15 minutes.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 27 • Hazard switch off REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed) This system uses the key fob to remote start the • Ignition key removed from ignition engine conveniently from outside the vehicle, •...
28 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Abort Message Display NOTE: • The park lamps will turn on and remain on during The following messages will display if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prematurely: Remote Start mode.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 29 To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The is closed, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. Vehicle Push and release the Remote Start button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
30 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector. • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 31 Auto Lock Doors Programming 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or disabled as follows: NOTE: • For vehicles equipped with the instrument cluster dis- •...
32 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be enabled or disabled as follows: 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 33 To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System 1. Open the rear door. 2. Insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the LOCK or UNLOCK position. Child-Protection Door Lock Function WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.
34 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, forward or rearward. Release the bar once you have move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the reached the desired position. Then, using body pressure, window, and open the door with the outside door handle.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 35 Manual Lumbar — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) The lumbar adjustment handle is located on the inboard or • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat outboard side of the seatback. Rotate the lever downward belts and while the vehicle is parked.
36 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Recline Lever Power Seat Switch WARNING! WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which control which could cause a collision and serious...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 37 Heated Seats — If Equipped CAUTION! On some models, the front driver and passenger seats may Do not place any article under a power seat or impede be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat seatbacks.
38 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt Folding Rear Seat within two to five minutes. To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can be folded forward. Pull the strap forward to fold the rear WARNING! seatback flat.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 39 WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
40 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE HEAD RESTRAINTS Supplemental Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. Active Head Restraints (AHRs) are passive, deployable Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the components, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be head restraint is located above the top of your ear.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 41 To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort, the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjustment forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to button located at the base of the head restraint and push the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the downward on the head restraint.
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42 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 43 Rear Head Restraints The head restraints in the rear are non adjustable. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Safety” for information on Tether routing. STEERING WHEEL Tilt Steering Column This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward.
44 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from Inside Day/Night Mirror vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical pushing the button at the base of the mirror.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 45 CAUTION! WARNING! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the they really are.
46 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors Heated Mirrors — If Equipped The power mirror control is located on the driver’s door trim panel. These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 47 Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If Equipped Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The sun visors may be extended out to provide more The high beam lights will come on as Daytime Running coverage of the side glass. Lights (lower intensity), whenever the ignition is ON, the engine is running, the headlight switch is off, the parking EXTERIOR LIGHTS...
48 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Fog Lights — If Equipped Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight sys- The front fog light switch is on the multifunction tem.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 49 Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
50 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE INTERIOR LIGHTS Instrument Panel Dimming Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 51 wiper/washer, refer to “Rear Window Wiper/Washer” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle”. Map/Reading Lights NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is pushed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off Wiper/Washer Control Lever before leaving the vehicle.
52 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted. • Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 53 NOTE: The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed. If Headlights On With Wipers (Available With the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay Automatic Headlights Only) times will be doubled. When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if Windshield Washers...
54 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid. Rear Wiper/Washer Control Lever Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the first detent position for rear wiper operation.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 55 maximum of 10 seconds). Upon release, the wiper will Manual Climate Controls continue to cycle two times before returning to the set The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning position. system in this vehicle consist of a series of outer rotary If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned dials and inner push knobs.
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56 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Manual Climate Control Descriptions Icon Description 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.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 57 Icon Description Panel Mode Panel Mode 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.
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58 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Recirculation Button Push 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.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 59 Automatic Climate Controls 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.
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60 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Climate Control Descriptions Icon Description 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.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 61 Icon Description Modes Control Turn the knob to adjust airflow distribution. The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, defrost outlets and demist outlets. Panel Mode Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel.
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62 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Recirculation Button Push 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.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 63 NOTE: CAUTION! • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to select Defrost mode and increase blower speed if the heating elements: needed.
64 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In cold weather, use of recirculation mode may lead Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and the Blower to excessive window fogging. The recirculation feature Control knob (on the left) to AUTO. may be unavailable (button on the touchscreen greyed out) NOTE: The AUTO position performs best for front seat if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 65 The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to Summer Operation change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control The engine cooling system must be protected with a knob (on the right). high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
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66 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Winter Operation NOTE: Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will auto- matically adjust the climate control settings to reduce or To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor- eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. When mance, make sure the engine cooling system is functioning this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 67 Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
68 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! Power Window Switches Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do The window controls on the driver’s door trim panel not let children play with power windows. Do not control all the door windows.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 69 Auto-Down The driver’s door window switch has an Auto-Down feature. Push the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch.
70 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! (Continued) The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead to children. Occupants, particularly unattended chil- console. dren, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 71 Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode To open the sunroof, push and hold the switch rearward. To close the sunroof, push and hold the switch forward. Sunroof will move rearward and automatically stop at full Sunroof will move forward and automatically stop at full open position.
72 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the To open the hood, two latches must be released. sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction 1.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 73 2. Move the safety latch, located outside the vehicle under the front edge of the hood, toward the center and raise the hood. Prop Rod Location WARNING! Hood Safety Latch Location Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.
74 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed CAUTION! without using the key fob. To open the liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release and pull the liftgate open with one fluid To prevent possible damage: •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 75 • Although the liftgate has no inside release mechanism, Cargo Cover the liftgate trim panel includes an opening with a The cargo area trim panels include two notches for mount- snap-in cap that provides access to release the latch in ing the available tonneau cover that accommodates the the event of an electrical system malfunction.
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76 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Removable Load Floor The cargo area load floor is removable and can be washed with mild soap and water. Cargo Cover Guides WARNING! In a collision a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could Removable Load Floor cause injury.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 77 Cargo Tie-Down Loops WARNING! (Continued) There are four tie-downs (D-rings) installed in the cargo • The weight and position of cargo and passengers can area for securing cargo. change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle handling.
78 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped The HomeLink buttons, located on either the overhead console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three different When the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down off HomeLink channels. The HomeLink indicator is located the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating and other above the center button.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 79 To erase the channels, place the ignition in the ON/RUN position and push and hold the two outside HomeLink buttons (I and III) for up 20 seconds or until the red indicator flashes. NOTE: •...
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80 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indicator light. The HomeLink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink has received the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons after the indicator light changes from slow to rapid.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 81 To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, repeat signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both each step for each remaining button. DO NOT erase the buttons after the indicator light changes from slow to channels.
82 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 2. Push and hold the desired HomeLink button until the NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not place the ignition in the RUN position with the engine ON. release the button.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 83 NOTE: 3. Without releasing button, proceed with “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” step 2 and • If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming follow all remaining steps. is complete and the garage door/device should acti- vate when the HomeLink button is pushed.
84 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! (Continued) If you are having trouble programming HomeLink, here or other objects are in the path of the door or gate. are some of the most common solutions: Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 85 NOTE: CONSOLE FEATURES • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with The floor console contains both an upper and lower storage compartment. FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- To open the upper storage compartment, push inward on ance could void the user’s authority to operate the the upper handle to unlatch the upper lid and lift the lid...
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86 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To open the lower storage compartment, lift upward on the WARNING! lower handle to unlatch the lower storage compartment and lift the lid open. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in a colli- sion.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 87 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT To open the lower glove compartment, pull outward on the release handle. Glove Compartment And Storage Bin Located on the passenger side of the instrument panel are an upper storage bin and a lower glove compartment. Glove Compartment Storage Bins 1 —...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 89 Electrical Power Outlets NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob and element must be used. There is a standard 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet located in the Integrated Center Stack (ICS) for added convenience. CAUTION! This power outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and other low power devices.
90 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge suffi- ciently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 91 The power inverter is designed with built-in overload WARNING! protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded, the power inverter will automatically shut down. Once the To avoid serious injury or death: •...
92 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE There are two cupholders located in the back for the rear CAUTION! (Continued) passengers. • After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with acces- sories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 93 Distribute cargo weight evenly on the luggage rack cross- NOTE: bars. The luggage rack does not increase the total load • To help control wind noise when the crossbars are not in carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of use, place the front crossbar in the first detent from the cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does front of the vehicle and the rear crossbar in the second...
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94 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO NOT carry any loads on the luggage rack without crossbars installed. The load should be secured and placed on top of the crossbars, not directly on the roof.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....97 MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED ..109 ▫ Control Buttons ......109 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY .
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96 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .125 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS ......127 ▫...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 97 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Instrument Cluster...
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98 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Speedometer 2. Tachometer • The Speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per • This gauge measures engine revolutions per minute hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h). (RPM x 1000). Before the pointer reaches the red area, ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 99 LoW tirE ..... Low Tire Pressure WARNING! gASCAP ......Fuel Cap Fault A hot engine cooling system is dangerous.
100 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL button on the steering wheel to turn off the message. If the INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY problem continues, the message will appear the next time Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument cluster the vehicle is started.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 101 • Uconnect Phone Displays (if equipped) • Audio Mode Display • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel: Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items.
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102 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) MENU Button • Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) Push and release the MENU button to scroll through the main menus (Fuel Economy, Warn- •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 103 • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low 1. Place the ignition in the ON position. Do not start the engine. • Remote Start Aborted — System Fault 2. Fully push the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times •...
104 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To Reset The Display Distance To Empty (DTE) Pushing and holding the right arrow button once will Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the clear the function currently being displayed. Reset will fuel remaining in the tank.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 105 Elapsed Time Use the right arrow button to highlight your MENU/ SUBMENU choices: Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition is placed in Language the RUN/START position.
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106 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Key Fob Unlock Headlamp Off Delay When Driver’s Door 1st is selected, only the driver’s door When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have will unlock on the first push of the key fob unlock button the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when and require a second push to unlock the remaining locked exiting the vehicle.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 107 switch has been turned OFF. Opening either front vehicle Display Units In door will cancel this feature. Push and hold the right The instrument cluster display, odometer, and Uconnect arrow button when in this display until “OFF,” “45 GPS system units can be changed between US and Metric.
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108 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Compass Calibration Compass Variance If the compass appears erratic and the “CAL” indicator Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic does not appear in the instrument cluster display, you must North and Geographic North. To compensate for the put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually as differences, the variance should be set for the zone where follows:...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 109 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. Control Buttons 2. Push and hold the compass button for approximately two seconds. 3. Push and release the down arrow button until “Compass Variance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the instrument cluster dis- play.
110 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The following displays can be reset or changed: WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND MESSAGES • Trip A IMPORTANT: The warning/indicator light switches on in the instrument panel together with a dedicated message • Trip B and/or acoustic signal when applicable.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 111 Red Telltale Lights Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight sec- onds as a bulb check.
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112 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Brake Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake appli- cation. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 113 Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by WARNING! turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is proximately two seconds.
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114 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Oil Pressure Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle 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.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 115 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- lem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash depending on the nature of the problem.
116 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yellow Telltale Lights Engine Malfunction Warning Light 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 position before engine start.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 117 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring.
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118 GETTING TO KNOW 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- tain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not The TPMS has been optimized for the original equip- reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low ment tires and wheels.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 119 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. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Warning Light Yellow Telltale What It Means...
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120 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yellow Telltale What It Means Light • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESC activation.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 121 Low Fuel Warning Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Low Fuel Indicator Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.4 gal (9.1 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until fuel is added. 4WD Low Indicator Light —...
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122 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will illuminate when fuel filler cap is loose. Properly close the filler cap to disengage the light.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 123 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.
124 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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. Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped Green Telltale What It Means Light...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125 White Telltale Lights Cruise Control On Indicator Light White Telltale What It Means Light Cruise Control On Indicator Light This indicator shows when the electronic speed control system is turned on. Hill Decent Control (HDC) Indicator Light — If Equipped White Telltale What It Means Light...
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126 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, see WARNING! your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. • ONLY an authorized service technician should con- CAUTION! nect equipment to the OBD II connection port in order to diagnose or service your vehicle.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127 the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until a “click- Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II ing” sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently is properly tightened.
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128 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced •...
130 SAFETY SAFETY FEATURES These are all normal characteristics of ABS. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- vehicle stability and brake performance under most brak- ment that may be susceptible to interference caused ing conditions.
SAFETY Electronic Brake Control System WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Electronic • The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must Brake Control system (EBC). This system includes Elec- never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Anti-Lock Brake that could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill Start Assist...
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132 SAFETY If the “Brake System Warning Light” remains on or comes WARNING! on while driving, it indicates that the brake system is not functioning properly and that immediate service is re- The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the quired.
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SAFETY The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to WARNING! (Continued) activate: while pulling a trailer. HSA is not a substitute for • The feature must be enabled. active driving involvement. It is always the driver’s responsibility to be attentive to distance to other ve- •...
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134 SAFETY For vehicles not equipped with an instrument cluster Traction Control System (TCS) display, perform the following steps: This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, the TCS may 1.
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SAFETY the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appropriate WARNING! (Continued) wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer road conditions. ESC cannot prevent accidents, in- condition. cluding those resulting from excessive speed in • Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydro- appropriate for the steering wheel position.
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136 SAFETY ESC Operating Modes To turn ESC on again, momentarily push the “ESC Off” switch. This will restore the normal “ESC On” mode of The ESC system has three available operating modes for operation. four–wheel drive equipped vehicles and two available operating modes for two–wheel drive equipped vehicles.
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SAFETY Full Off (Four-Wheel Drive Models Only) NOTE: The “ESC OFF” message will display and an audible chime will sound when the gear selector is placed This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use into the PARK position from any other position, and then when ESC stability features could inhibit vehicle maneu- moved out of the PARK position.
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138 SAFETY 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. that caused the ESC activation. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as the The “ESC OFF Indicator Light”...
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SAFETY HDC has the capability to sense terrain and will only WARNING! activate when the vehicle is descending a hill. It will not activate on level ground. If desired, HDC can be fully Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road conditions deactivated by putting the vehicle into ESC “Full Off”...
140 SAFETY The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the WARNING! (Continued) tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning limit for remain attentive to the driving conditions and is re- any reason, including low temperature effects, or natural sponsible for maintaining a safe vehicle speed.
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SAFETY psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and CAUTION! (Continued) the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), a tempera- type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause ture drop to 20°F (-7°C) will decrease the tire pressure to sensor damage.
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142 SAFETY • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the tire tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under- pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle regularly and to inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, maintain the proper pressure.
SAFETY NOTE: When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. to be increased up to an additional 4 psi (30 kPa) above the NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare recommended cold placard pressure in order to turn the wheel and tire assembly.
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144 SAFETY • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light tire, the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF, as long Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate limit in any of the four active road tires.
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SAFETY Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible and inflate all tires that are flashing on the graphic display to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value. The system will automatically update, the “LOW TIRE”...
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146 SAFETY 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a chime will affects radio wave signals. sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will still turn ON due to the low tire. The “LOW TIRE” 3.
SAFETY limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may Occupant Restraint Systems Features need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph • Seat Belt Systems (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this infor- •...
148 SAFETY 3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat WARNING! belt properly (Refer to Child Restraints ) should be • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an secured in a vehicle with a rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats.
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SAFETY Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) BeltAlert) (the outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the outboard front passenger seat is Driver and Passenger BeltAlert (If Equipped) unoccupied). The BeltAlert warning sequence starts by BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an and outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with intermittent chime.
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150 SAFETY BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your autho- WARNING! (Continued) rized dealer. FCA US LLC does not recommend deactivat- your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some ing BeltAlert. collisions, the air bags won’t deploy at all. Always NOTE: If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or wear your seat belt even though you have air bags.
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SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your • A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the too high on your body, possibly causing internal seat belt.
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152 SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) • A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced imme- diately.
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SAFETY Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Positioning The Lap Belt 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest your hips, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfortable and lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt.
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154 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
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SAFETY NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is mini-latch plate and regular latch plate can then be stored equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the out of the way in the right side trim panel for added shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward convenience to open up utilization of the storage areas position without pushing or squeezing the release button.
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156 SAFETY 4. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the mini-latch plate into the mini-buckle until you hear a “click.” 5. Sit back in seat. Slide the regular latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go around your lap.
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SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision. • When reattaching the mini-latch plate and mini- buckle, ensure the seat belt webbing is not twisted. If the webbing is twisted, follow the preceding procedure to detach the mini-latch plate and mini- buckle, untwist the webbing, and reattach the mini- latch plate and mini-buckle.
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158 SAFETY Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! • ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically required in order to properly fit the original seat belt system. DO NOT USE the Seat Belt Extender if, when worn, the distance between the front edge of the Seat Belt Extender buckle and the center of the occupant’s body is LESS than 6 inches.
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SAFETY Seat Belt Pretensioner Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) The front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor in the event of a collision.
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160 SAFETY If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR WARNING! (Continued) and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt younger, including a child in a rear-facing child webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the restraint.
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SAFETY How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work WARNING! The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines • The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the whether the severity or type of rear impact will require the switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) fea- Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy.
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162 SAFETY Active Head Restraint (AHR) Components: WARNING! (Continued) restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision. • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.
SAFETY Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR) The air bag system must be ready to protect you in a collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) moni- If the Active Head Restraints are triggered during a colli- tors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring asso- sion, the front half of the head restraint will be extended ciated with the electrical Air Bag System Components.
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164 SAFETY Air Bag Warning Light bag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic bag system immediately. parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition •...
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SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately. Front Air Bags This vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulder belts for both the driver and front passenger.
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166 SAFETY driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled. The seat belt WARNING! (Continued) 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.
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SAFETY When the ORC detects a collision requiring the front air WARNING! (Continued) bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the front air bags. your seat belts even though you have air bags.
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168 SAFETY Supplemental Side Air Bags When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the outboard side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB deploys Your vehicle is equipped with two types of side air bags: through the seat seam into the space between the occupant 1.
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SAFETY area where the SABICs inflate. Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag. WARNING! • Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the deployment of the SABICs. The trim covering above the side windows where the SABIC and its deployment path are located should remain free from any obstructions.
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170 SAFETY Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint WARNING! (Continued) system. Side Air Bags deploy in less time than it takes to • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during deploy- blink your eyes. ment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
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SAFETY The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete including some collisions at certain angles, or some side ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger certain rollover or side impact events.
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172 SAFETY If A Deployment Occurs irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, The front air bags are designed to deflate immediately after follow the garment manufacturer’s instructions for deployment.
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SAFETY Enhanced Accident Response System compartment and on the ground near the engine compart- ment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting In the event of an impact, if the communication network the engine. remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine whether Maintaining Your Air Bag System to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform...
174 SAFETY • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accel- WARNING! (Continued) erator and/or brake pedal; and, cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in any way • How fast the vehicle was traveling. (including removal or loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized •...
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SAFETY small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the There are different sizes and types of restraints for children law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt.
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176 SAFETY Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Recommended Type Of Child Re- Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age straint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convert- younger and who have not reached ible Child Restraint, facing rearward the height or weight limits of their in the rear seat of the vehicle...
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SAFETY Infant And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing in • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can either the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or restraint.
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178 SAFETY All children whose weight or height is above the forward- WARNING! (Continued) facing limit for the child seat should use a belt-positioning • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts fit properly. If the the vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchorages, child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat or remove it from the vehicle.
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SAFETY 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front of WARNING! the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the way back? Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back. In a crash, the shoulder belt 3.
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180 SAFETY Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints 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...
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SAFETY Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) anchorages. In these seating positions, the seat belt must be Restraint System used with the top tether anchorage to install the child restraint. Please see the following table for more information. Latch Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle LATCH Label Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage...
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182 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until the weight of the child restraint) for using the combined weight of the child and the child LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
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SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the The child seat may touch the back of the back of the front passenger seat? front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for more in- formation.
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184 SAFETY Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage.
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SAFETY 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the WARNING! tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchor- Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more ages.
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186 SAFETY 6. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling WARNING! back and forth on the child seat at the belt path. It • Improper installation of a child restraint to the should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction.
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SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child WARNING! Restraints In This Vehicle • Improper installation or failure to properly secure a child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. • Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
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188 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt weight + weight of the child re- Child Restraint to install a forward facing child restraint, up to the straint) for using the Tether Anchor recommended weight limit of the child restraint.
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SAFETY 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. 6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is For some second row seats, you may need to recline the locked, you should not be able to pull out any webbing. seat and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit.
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190 SAFETY Installing Child Restraints Using the Top Tether tether anchorage for that seating position, move the Anchorage child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is available. WARNING! 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat, routing Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat to it over the center of the head restraint.
SAFETY Transporting Pets WARNING! (Continued) Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly using a seat belt properly. injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
192 SAFETY The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the Air Bag Warning Light vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust The Air Bag warning light will turn on for four to system. eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust is first turned to ON/RUN.
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SAFETY that is securely attached using the floor mat fasteners so it WARNING! (Continued) cannot slip out of position and interfere with the accelera- needs to be replaced, only use a FCA approved floor tor, brake or clutch pedals or impair safe operation of your mat for the specific make, model, and year of your vehicle in other ways.
194 SAFETY Lights WARNING! (Continued) Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and position of the floor mat and may cause interference exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn with the accelerator, brake, or clutch pedals. signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....197 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED .204 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..197 ▫...
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196 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ To Deactivate ......217 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ....227 ▫...
STARTING AND OPERATING 197 STARTING PROCEDURES Manual Transmission — If Equipped Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake, inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. press the clutch pedal to the floor, and place the gear selector in NEUTRAL.
198 STARTING AND OPERATING engine fails to start, the starter will disengage automati- WARNING! (Continued) cally in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch so follow the procedure carefully. Refer to “Jump- to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat Starting”...
STARTING AND OPERATING 199 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord personal injury. before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. CAUTION! ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the A long break-in period is not required for the engine and engine for more than 15 seconds at a time.
200 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as a problem.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 201 When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front WARNING! (Continued) wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before from the curb on an uphill grade. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, apply the parking brake driving;...
202 STARTING AND OPERATING MANUAL TRANSMISSION Five-Speed Manual Transmission WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle, especially on an incline.
STARTING AND OPERATING 203 Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a CAUTION! (Continued) complete stop. • Use each gear in numerical order, do not skip a gear. NOTE: During cold weather, until the transmission lubri- Be sure the transmission is in first gear, (not third), cant is warm, you may experience slightly higher shift when starting from a standing position.
204 STARTING AND OPERATING Downshifting AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and pro- CAUTION! long engine life. Damage to the transmission may occur if the following CAUTION! precautions are not observed: • Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift at vehicle has come to a complete stop.
STARTING AND OPERATING 205 Key Ignition Park Interlock WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the pressing the brake pedal. ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/OFF (key •...
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206 STARTING AND OPERATING out of PARK (refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to System” in this section). To drive, move the gear selector allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 207 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) turn the engine OFF, and remove the ignition key. • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the Once the key is removed, the transmission is locked parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully in PARK, securing the vehicle against unwanted when parked to guard against vehicle movement and movement.
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208 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! (Continued) Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged position to the ON/RUN position, and also press the periods with the engine running. The engine may be brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the gear selector started in this range.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 209 DRIVE (D) transmission damage due to overheating. If the transmis- sion becomes extremely hot, the “Transmission Tempera- This range should be used for most city and highway ture Warning Light” may illuminate and the transmission driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and downshifts, may operate differently until the transmission cools down.
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210 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can Overdrive Operation be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the The automatic transmission includes an electronically con- following steps: trolled Overdrive (sixth gear). The transmission will auto- matically shift into Overdrive if the following conditions 1.
STARTING AND OPERATING 211 NOTE: Engagement of the torque converter clutch is in- The transmission gear selector has only PARK, REVERSE, hibited at very cold temperatures. Because the engine NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift positions. Manual shifts can speed is higher when the torque converter clutch is not be made using the AutoStick shift control (refer to engaged, it may seem as if the transmission is not shifting AutoStick in this section).
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212 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult pressing the brake pedal.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 213 REVERSE (R) CAUTION! This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into • Before moving the gear selector out of PARK, you REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF stop.
214 STARTING AND OPERATING light will come on, and the vehicle will slow slightly until CAUTION! (Continued) the transmission cools down enough to allow a return to Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A the requested speed. This is done to prevent transmission Disabled Vehicle”...
STARTING AND OPERATING 215 surfaces, activate the “4WD LOCK” switch by pulling up NOTE: once and releasing. This locks the center coupling allowing • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel more torque to be sent to the rear wheels. The “4WD travel are considered normal and do not indicate that Indicator Light”...
216 STARTING AND OPERATING The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the CAUTION! right side of the steering wheel. 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 217 To Activate To Deactivate Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Control Set Indicator A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL Light in the instrument cluster display will illuminate. To button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle turn the system off, push the ON/OFF button a second will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control without eras- time.
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218 STARTING AND OPERATING The driver’s preferred units can be selected through the To Decrease Speed instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Getting To When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can decrease Know Your Instrument Panel” for more information. The speed by pushing the SET (-) button.
STARTING AND OPERATING 219 To Accelerate For Passing PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF EQUIPPED Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the gear...
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220 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle. The following table shows the approximate dis- tances for each zone: Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) Yellow 1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m) Green 3 ft or greater (1 m or greater) WARNING!
STARTING AND OPERATING 221 ADDING FUEL CAUTION! Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) • Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys- The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left side of tem could result from using an improper fuel tank the vehicle.
222 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: VEHICLE LOADING • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank Certification Label is full. As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis- • Tighten the gas cap about ¼ turn until you hear one tration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 223 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Curb Weight The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded.
224 STARTING AND OPERATING Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect Common Towing Definitions on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way The following trailer towing related definitions will assist the brakes operate. you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) CAUTION! The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 225 Tongue Weight (TW) WARNING! The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the If the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) is 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) hitch ball by the trailer. You must consider this as part of or more, it is mandatory to use a weight-distributing the load on your vehicle.
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226 STARTING AND OPERATING hitches are the most popular on the market today and they WARNING! are commonly used to tow small and medium sized • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch trailers. system may reduce handling, stability, braking per- Weight-Distributing Hitch formance, and could result in a collision.
STARTING AND OPERATING 227 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.
228 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) Maximum GTW (Gross Maximum Tongue Wt. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Trailer Wt.) (See Note) 2.0L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) 2.4L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (453 kg)
STARTING AND OPERATING 229 Trailer And Tongue Weight NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must your bumper or trailer hitch.
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230 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When hauling cargo, or towing a trailer, do not • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can (805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle cause a loss of control, poor performance, or damage or other parts could be damaged.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 231 • When replacing tires, refer to “Tires” in “Servicing And WARNING! Maintenance” for the proper tire replacement proce- • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- dures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capac- ity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR draulic brake lines.
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232 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven-pin wiring harness.
STARTING AND OPERATING 233 Manual Transmission — If Equipped If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in first gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage. Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting or changes in engine speed occur while in this range, use the AutoStick shift control (if equipped) to select a lower gear ratio.
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234 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick — If Equipped Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission overheat- When using the AutoStick shift control, select the highest ing, take the following actions: gear that allows for adequate performance and avoids frequent downshifts.
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission • Transmission in NEU- Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED TRAL • Key in ACC Position Dolly Tow Front FWD Models ONLY...
236 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING TIPS vehicle is one of the keys to successful off-road driving, so always keep a firm grip on the steering wheel and maintain On-Road Driving Tips a good driving posture. Avoid sudden accelerations, turns Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a nar- or braking.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 237 When To Use Low (L Off-Road) With The 4WD Lock Snow Lever Engaged — If Equipped In heavy snow or for additional control and traction at When driving off-road, shift into low (L Off-Road [if slower speeds, activate the 4WD LOCK and shift the equipped] ) and activate the 4WD LOCK.
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238 STARTING AND OPERATING pose an increased threat of vehicle damage and getting stuck. CAUTION! They are normally full of debris from previous vehicles getting stuck. As a good practice before entering any mud Reduced tire pressures may cause tire unseating and hole, get out and determine how deep it is, if there are any total loss of air pressure.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 239 low (L Off-Road [if equipped]) with the 4WD LOCK WARNING! engaged and proceed with caution maintaining your mo- mentum as you climb the hill. Never attempt to climb a hill at an angle or turn around on a steep grade.
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240 STARTING AND OPERATING Driving Across An Incline WARNING! If at all possible avoid driving across an incline. If it is If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot necessary, know your vehicle’s abilities. Driving across an make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never attempt incline places more weight on the down-hill wheels, which to turn around.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 241 with a constant slow speed (3-5 mph [5–8 km/h] maxi- vehicle will sink in, effectively increasing the water level on mum) and light throttle. Keep the vehicle moving; do not the vehicle. Be sure to consider this when determining the try to accelerate through the crossing.
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242 STARTING AND OPERATING always a good idea to check for damage. That way you can WARNING! get any problems taken care of right away and have your vehicle ready when you need it. Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CONTENTS ▫ Preparations For Jacking ....252 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ... .245 ▫...
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244 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ... .274 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ... .276 ▫ With Ignition Key..... . .275 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) .
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 245 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the though the ignition is placed in the OFF position. instrument panel below the climate controls.
246 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Low Beam/High Beam Headlamp Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Lamp 3757KA Front Fog Lamp PSX24W Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED Assembly (Serviced At Authorized Dealer) Rear Tail/Turn/Stop Lamp 3157 Backup Lamp W16W (921) License Lamp NOTE: These are halogen bulbs.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 247 Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp License Lamps 1. Remove the two push-pins from the taillamp housing. 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate. 2.
248 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY cover. Refer to “Engine Compartment” in “Maintaining WARNING! (Continued) Your Vehicle” for further information. • Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition is off and that all the other services are switched off and/or disengaged.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 249 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Power Mirror/Steering Control Satellite Radio/Hands-Free Phone – 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw – 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw 40 Amp Green – Power Seats –...
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250 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Heating, AC/Compass – 15 Amp Lt Blue Auto Shutdown Relay – 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Sunroof – If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Heated Mirror – If Equipped –...
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 251 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink – Headlamp/Washer Control/ Smart Glass – If Equipped – 25 Amp Clear Diesel Heater and H2/MOD power top JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING CAUTION! • When installing the IPM cover, it is important to WARNING! ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully •...
252 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Spare Tire Stowage WARNING! (Continued) The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be in the cargo area. jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 253 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally WARNING! (Continued) opposite of the jacking position. For ex- • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a ample, if changing the right front tire, block jack.
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254 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 1. Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly. Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the lug wrench and remove the wrench from the jack assembly. NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack with two attachment points.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 255 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning CAUTION! them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated.
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256 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 4. Using the swivel wrench raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 257 NOTE: The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel nuts. When reinstalling the original wheel, properly align the wheel cover to the valve stem, place the wheel cover onto the wheel, then install the wheel nuts. 6.
258 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 9. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area, have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible. WARNING! A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 259 WARNING! WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been not fully tighten the lug nuts until the vehicle has been lowered.
260 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED Tire Service Kit Components And Operation Small punctures up to 1/4 inch (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.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 261 Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions • Replace the Tire Service Kit Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed at the lower right hand corner on the bottle label) to assure Selecting Air Mode...
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262 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY • When the Tire Service Kit sealant is in a liquid form, WARNING! clean water, and a damp cloth will remove the material • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle from the vehicle or tire and wheel components.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 263 2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the WARNING! (Continued) deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground. in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hoses (6) and (7) to passengers, and others around you.
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264 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the Select Knob (5) is in the Sealant Mode position and not vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet. Air Mode. Push the Power Button (4) to turn on the Tire Service Kit.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 265 2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire immedi- 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the ately after the Sealant Bottle (1) is empty. Continue to valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure the hose, and place the Tire Service Kit in the vehicle indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver-side...
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266 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar): WARNING! The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have vehicle further. Call for assistance. the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: Tire Service Kit.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 267 6. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) 6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. the Sealant Hose (6) and return the hose to its storage Refer to (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement”.
268 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment below the air intake duct.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 269 Jump-Starting Procedure WARNING! (Continued) • Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your WARNING! skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or result in personal injury or property damage due to sparks away from the battery.
270 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 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.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 271 • In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in CAUTION! NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed. Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an vehicle.
272 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 273 NOTE: Push the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic CAUTION! Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode, before • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control” in “Safety”...
274 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. 6-Speed Auto- Towing Condi- Wheels OFF Manual Trans- 6-Speed Auto- CVT Automatic matic (FWD tion The Ground mission matic 4WD Transmission...
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 275 With Ignition Key CAUTION! Automatic Transmission • DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with a CVT • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles can be towed with automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain the front wheels elevated, or on a flatbed truck (all four will result.
276 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Without The Ignition Key CAUTION! Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with • DO NOT flat tow any disabled vehicle if condition is the ignition in the LOCK/OFF position. The only approved related to the clutch, transmission or driveline.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 279 SCHEDULED SERVICING Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than indicator system.
280 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Check engine oil level • Change oil and filter. • Check windshield washer fluid level •...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 281 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, boot seals. tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect brake linings, replace if necessary. Check park brake function, adjust if necessary.
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282 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. (CVT only) Change the automatic transmission fluid (six-speed only) if you frequently drive: on rough or unpaved roads, on mountain roads, on short trips, in heavy city traffic during hot weather, or if you use the vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 283 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.
286 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Checking Oil Level CAUTION! To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine will maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil pressure regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 287 Coolant Checks exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers. Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where appli- WARNING! cable).
288 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil WARNING! Identification Symbol You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you This symbol means that the oil has have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you been certified by the American Pe- have any doubt about your ability to perform a service troleum Institute (API).
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 289 The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- oil filters from your vehicle.
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290 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental WARNING! Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 291 The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the 5. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of glove compartment. Perform the following procedure to the housing. replace the filter: 6.
292 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE also be given to hood latching components to ensure WARNING! (Continued) proper function. When performing other underhood ser- backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air vices, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary should be cleaned and lubricated.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 293 NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending WARNING! on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor- • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, water lines or wet spots.
294 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor- motion.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 295 leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a WARNING! (Continued) garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser. • Keep hands, tools, clothing, and jewelry away from Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rubber, the radiator cooling fan when the hood is raised.
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296 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than speci- coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032) that allows fied Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool- extended maintenance intervals.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 297 • 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...
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298 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant Points To Remember Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for from the front of the engine compartment.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 299 MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion pro- WARNING! (Continued) tection of your engine which contains aluminum com- temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible ponents. brake damage. You would not have your full braking • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is capacity in an emergency.
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300 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE reservoir is low and the brake system does not indicate any WARNING! (Continued) leaks or other problems, it may be a result of a leak in the to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak- hydraulic clutch release system. See your local authorized ing, resulting in sudden brake failure.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 301 Manual Transmission — If Equipped Automatic Transmission (Six-Speed) — If Equipped Lubricant Selection Selection Of Lubricant (Six-Speed Transmission) Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to fluid. Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
302 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered CAUTION! product and its performance may be impaired by supple- mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- to the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the rized dealer immediately.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 303 Fluid Level Check CAUTION! The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur- adjustment under normal operating conditions. er’s recommended fluid may cause belt slip and result Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the in a complete transmission failure! Refer to “Fluids transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is...
304 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) — AWD/4WD Models Power Transfer Unit (PTU) — AWD/4WD Models Only Only Lubricant Selection Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to fluid. Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical “Fluids And Lubricants”...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 305 Frequency Of Fluid Change Tire Markings Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for the proper mainte- nance intervals. RAISING THE VEHICLE In the case where it is necessary to raise the vehicle, go to an authorized dealer or service station. TIRES Tire Safety Information Tire safety information will cover aspects of the following...
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306 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: T145/80D18 • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. 103M. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” •...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 307 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)
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308 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 309 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 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. Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) Example Tire Placard Location (Door)
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310 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire And Loading Information Placard Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard in “Vehicle Loading”...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 311 Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit— this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. (1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or Metric Example For Load Limit XXX lbs.”...
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312 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 313 Tires — General Information WARNING! (Continued) Tire Pressure • Overinflated or underinflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and vehicle control. satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
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314 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fuel Economy CAUTION! Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always resulting in higher fuel consumption. reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture Tread Wear and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 315 pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which Radial Ply Tires equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition. WARNING! Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on during operation.
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316 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Run Flat Tires — If Equipped WARNING! Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or pressure.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 317 Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • Driving style. • Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread.
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318 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with or original equipment dealer with any questions you may oil, grease, and gasoline.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 319 Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry condi- • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having ad- tions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice. equate speed capability can result in sudden tire If your vehicle is equipped with Summer tires, be aware failure and loss of vehicle control.
320 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Snow Tires Spare Tires — If Equipped Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit”...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 321 spare by looking at the spare tire description on the Tire WARNING! (Continued) and Loading Information Placard located on the driver’s needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire. Compact which apply to your spare.
322 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE handling. Since it is not the same as your original equip- Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by salt, ment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium chloride, and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. etc., and other road chemicals used to melt ice or control dust on dirt roads.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 323 select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for aluminum or Dark Vapor Or Black Satin Chrome Wheels chrome wheels. Do not use any products on Dark Vapor or Black Satin Chrome Wheels. They will permanently dam- CAUTION! age this finish and such damage is not covered by the New If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or Black Vehicle Limited Warranty.
324 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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- sive tread designs such as those on all season type tires.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 325 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 heat tions on a specified government test course.
326 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. BODYWORK • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. Protection From Atmospheric Agents Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- Body And Underbody Maintenance graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads Cleaning Headlights passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 327 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumulated • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug and Tar the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and Remover to remove.
328 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE INTERIORS WARNING! Seats And Fabric Parts A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system carpeting.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 329 Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition. The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care CAUTION! must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS ▫ CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ..336 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..332 ▫ MMT In Gasoline ..... . .336 BRAKE SYSTEM .
332 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also is stamped into the right front body, on the right front seat crossmember under the carpet and the vehicle registration and title.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 333 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS WARNING! Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure that Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi- the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any time a bly a collision.
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334 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles. Torque Patterns After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against Wheel Mounting Surface the wheel.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 335 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner 2.0L And 2.4L Engine burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”. Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are specifi- These engines are designed to meet all cally blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air emissions regulations and provide opti- quality.
336 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications CAUTION! (Continued) Modifications that allow the engine to run on compressed observe pump labels as they should clearly communi- natural gas (CNG) or liquid propane (LP) may result in cate if a fuel contains greater than 15% ethanol (E-15). damage to the engine, emissions, and fuel system compo- nents.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 337 Materials Added To Fuel Fuel System Cautions Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane CAUTION! rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and 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.
338 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions control WARNING! (Continued) system can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the Carbon Monoxide Warnings engine running for an extended period. If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running WARNING! for more than a short period, adjust the ventilation...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 339 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons 51 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters Cooling System * 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Cool- 7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters ant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
340 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Tech- nology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032. Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard...
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 341 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as pos- specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- sible. gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine dam- •...
342 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission (CVT) — If Equipped Use only MOPAR CVTF+4 Continuously Variable Trans- mission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmis- sion.
MULTIMEDIA RADIO 130 Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping. Turning the ON/VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume, and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played.
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346 MULTIMEDIA 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time control knob. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control save time change. knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones.
MULTIMEDIA within five seconds after pushing the SET/RND button, Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And the station will continue to play but will not be stored into MP3 Audio Play pushbutton memory. NOTE: You may add a second station to each pushbutton by •...
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348 MULTIMEDIA SEEK Button CAUTION! Push the right SEEK button for the next selection on the • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 inch (12 cm) discs CD. Push the left SEEK button to return to the beginning of only. The use of other sized discs may damage the the current selection, or return to the beginning of the CD player mechanism.
MULTIMEDIA SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file normally. UDF and Push this button while the CD is playing to activate Apple HFS formats are not supported.
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350 MULTIMEDIA Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multi-session discs. The use of cation quency (kHz) multi-session for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in MPEG-2 Audio 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144,...
MULTIMEDIA • Medium formats - Multisession discs may take longer to TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) load than non-multisession discs Push this button to change the display to time of day. The • Number of files and folders - Loading times will increase time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is OFF).
352 MULTIMEDIA Operating Instructions — Radio Mode Voice Command System (Radio) — If Equipped Refer to “Voice Command” in “Multimedia”. NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or ACC position to operate the radio. Voice Command Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature (if...
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MULTIMEDIA Clock Setting Procedure TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise to 1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/ Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade SCROLL control knob.
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354 MULTIMEDIA Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control play knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between Classic Rock Cls Rock the front and rear speakers.
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MULTIMEDIA right side TUNE/SCROLL control knob. Push the 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save time change. play Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B AM/FM Button Sports Sports Push the buttons to select either AM or FM mode. Talk Talk SET/RND Button —...
356 MULTIMEDIA Buttons 1 - 6 If a CD does not go into the slot more than 1.0 inch (2.5 cm), a disc may already be loaded and must be ejected before a These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you new disc can be loaded.
MULTIMEDIA EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD RW/FF Push and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD Push the EJECT button to eject the CD. player will begin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW or another CD button is pushed. The RW (Reverse) button operates in a similar manner.
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358 MULTIMEDIA Supported Media (Disc Types) Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3. character extension) •...
MULTIMEDIA use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by bit rate. the following: • Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps)
360 MULTIMEDIA INFO Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Pushing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through the Push this button to change the display to time of day. The following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File Name, time of day will display for five seconds (when the ignition and Folder Name (if available).
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MULTIMEDIA Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Satellite Antenna Number (ESN/SID) To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the Please have the following information available when roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects calling: placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance.
362 MULTIMEDIA Operating Instructions — Uconnect (Satellite) additional three seconds will make the radio display the Mode Song Title all of the time (push and hold again to return to normal display). NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or ACC position to operate the radio.
MULTIMEDIA If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into push (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be exited button memory. The channels stored in SET 2 memory can and the radio will tune to the preset channel.
364 MULTIMEDIA Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) — If version of vehicle software (such as Uconnect software) is Equipped installed. Refer to “Uconnect Phone” in “Multimedia” for further WARNING! details. • It is not possible to know or to predict all of the CYBERSECURITY possible outcomes if your vehicle’s systems are Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may be...
MULTIMEDIA NOTE: • FCA or your dealer may contact you directly regarding software updates. • To help further improve vehicle security and minimize the potential risk of a security breach, vehicle owners should: • Routinely check www.driveuconnect.com/software- update to learn about available Uconnect software updates.
366 MULTIMEDIA The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a push- The center button on the left side rocker switch has no button in the center. The function of the left-hand control is function for a single-disc CD player. However, when a different depending on which mode you are in.
MULTIMEDIA Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to WARNING! the vehicle’s AUX/USB/MP3 control system (iPod or external USB device may take a few minutes to connect), Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external device the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by while driving.
368 MULTIMEDIA • Jump backward in the current track by pushing and Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW button long enough will jump to the beginning of the current To enter the AUX/USB/MP3 control mode and access a track.
MULTIMEDIA • Push the SCAN button to use AUX/USB/MP3 device detail on the radio display. Once the track to be played scan mode, which will play the first ten seconds of each is highlighted on the radio display, push the TUNE track in the current list and then forward to the next control knob to select and start playing the track.
370 MULTIMEDIA Pushing a PRESET button will display the current list on CAUTION! the top line and the first item in that list on the second line. • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any To exit List mode without selecting a track, push the same supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in ex- PRESET button again to go back to Play mode.
MULTIMEDIA Play Mode Browse When switched to BTSA mode, some audio devices can Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth Streaming Audio start playing music over the vehicle’s audio system, but (BTSA) device. Only the current song that is playing will some devices require the music to be initiated on the device display info.
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372 MULTIMEDIA • Mon. – Fri., 8:00 am – 8:00 pm, ET WARNING! • Sat., 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, ET ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the wheel. • Sun., Closed You have full responsibility and assume all risks related to the use of the Uconnect features and appli- Uconnect Phone allows you to transfer calls between the cations in this vehicle.
MULTIMEDIA Voice Command Button The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the Uconnect Phone such as “CELL” or caller ID on certain radios. WARNING! Operation Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable laws. Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect Your attention should be focused on safely operating Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone menu...
374 MULTIMEDIA “Phonebook New Entry,” or you can break the com- Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone pound form command into two voice commands: To begin using your Uconnect Phone, you must pair your “Phonebook” and “New Entry.” Please remember, the compatible Bluetooth enabled mobile phone.
MULTIMEDIA • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a • The Uconnect Phone will confirm the phone number priority level between one and seven, with one being the and then dial. The number will appear in the display of highest priority.
376 MULTIMEDIA • Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone phone is accessible. • Only the mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect Phone automatically downloads names (text SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- names) and number entries from your mobile phone’s book.
MULTIMEDIA • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., • Next, choose the number designation (home, work, “Home,” “Work,” “Mobile,” or “Other”). This will allow mobile, or other) that you wish to edit. you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry, •...
378 MULTIMEDIA To delete a Uconnect phonebook entry using Voice Com- List All Names In The Uconnect Phonebook mands: • Push the Phone button to begin. 1. Push the Phone button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say 2.
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MULTIMEDIA plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be ac- Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In cessed through the Uconnect Phone. Check with your Progress mobile service provider for the features that you have. To make a second call while you are currently on a call, push the Voice Command button and say “Dial”...
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380 MULTIMEDIA Conference Call 2. To bring the call back from hold, push and hold the Phone button until you hear a single beep. When two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold): Redial 1. Push and hold the Phone button until you hear a To redial the last number called from your mobile phone double beep, indicating that the two calls have been...
MULTIMEDIA the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the NOTE: After every Uconnect Phone language change call on the Uconnect Phone and transfer of the call to the operation, only the language-specific 32-name phonebook mobile phone. is usable. The paired phone name is not language-specific and usable across all languages.
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382 MULTIMEDIA • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say NOTE: “Towing Assistance.” • The emergency number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and NOTE: You should program the desired Towing Assistance Canada and 060 for Mexico).
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MULTIMEDIA You can use your Uconnect Phone to access a voice mail the corresponding phone number associated with the system or an automated service, such as a paging service or phonebook entry, as tones over the phone. automated customer service line. Some services require NOTE: immediate response selection.
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384 MULTIMEDIA To turn confirmation prompts on or off using Voice Com- audio will be played through your vehicles audio system. mand: The Uconnect Phone will work the same as if you dial the number using Voice Command. 1. Push the Phone button to begin.
MULTIMEDIA • When prompted, say “List Phones.” Advanced Phone Connectivity • The Uconnect Phone will play the phone names of all Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone paired mobile phones in order from the highest to the The Uconnect Phone allows ongoing calls to be transferred lowest priority.
386 MULTIMEDIA Delete Uconnect Phone Paired Mobile Phones Voice Training • Push the Phone For users experiencing difficulty with the system recogniz- button to begin. ing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect Phone • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Voice Training feature may be used.
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MULTIMEDIA Reset Performance is maximized under: • Low-to-medium blower setting To Reset all settings using Voice Command: • Low-to-medium vehicle speed 1. Push the Phone button. • Low road noise 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Setup,”...
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388 MULTIMEDIA • It is not recommended to store similar sounding names • Operation from the driver’s seat in the Uconnect Phonebook. • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect Phone Local) to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are the Uconnect Phone not similar.
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MULTIMEDIA • Uconnect Phone will play the new text message for you. Uconnect Phone will prompt you to say the name or number of the person you wish to send the message to. After reading a message, you can “Reply” or “Forward” the message using Uconnect Phone.
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390 MULTIMEDIA 11. See you in 15 minutes Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF 12. I am on my way Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop the system from announcing the new incoming messages. 13. I’ll be late • Push the Phone button.
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MULTIMEDIA Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone. When this happens, the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/on. Your mobile phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth ON mode. Power-Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you must wait...
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MULTIMEDIA Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) delete zero dial download edit three emergency four English five erase all Espanol seven Francais eight help nine home star (*) language plus (+) list names pound (#) list phones add location mobile mute call...
396 MULTIMEDIA device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Primary Alternate (s) Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Opera- pair a phone tion is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This phone pairing pairing device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This phonebook phone book device must accept any interference received, including...
MULTIMEDIA These commands are universal and can be used from any WARNING! menu. All other commands can be used depending upon the active application. Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable laws. When using this system, you should speak clearly and at a Your attention should be focused on safely operating normal speaking volume.
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398 MULTIMEDIA • “Bluetooth Streaming” (to switch to Bluetooth Stream- Changing The Volume ing mode) 1. Start a dialogue by pushing the Voice Command but- • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) ton. • “System Setup” (to switch to system setup) 2.
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MULTIMEDIA • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) • “Previous Track” (to play the previous track) • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) Satellite Radio USB Mode To switch to satellite radio mode, say “Sat”...
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400 MULTIMEDIA Memo Mode Setup To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.” In this To switch to system setup, you may say one of the mode, you may say the following commands: following: • “Change to setup” • “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the recording, you may push the Voice Command but- •...
MULTIMEDIA Voice Training not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the an- tenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be turned For users experiencing difficulty with the system recogniz- down or off during mobile phone operation when not ing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect Voice using Uconnect (if equipped).
402 MULTIMEDIA • If this equipment does cause harmful interference to This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). radio or television reception, which can be determined Operation is subject to the following two conditions: by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encour- aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of 1.
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MULTIMEDIA 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, or anti-static sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high.
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ......406 Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
406 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE YOUR VEHICLE The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy Prepare For The Appointment with our products and services. If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 407 Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer center Mexico, D. F. should include the following information: In Mexico City: 5081-7568 • Owner’s name and address Outside Mexico City: 1-800-505-1300 • Owner’s telephone number (home and office) Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands •...
408 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 and for Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the contract Voice callers, dial 1-800-855-0511 to connect with a Bell documents, and contact the person listed in those docu- Relay Service operator. ments.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 409 WARRANTY INFORMATION To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to See the Warranty Information Booklet, located in the http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, owners information kit, for the terms and provisions of NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building, FCA US LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and Washington, D.C.
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410 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Service Manuals Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor- These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the mation that students and professional technicians need in assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain- you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles.
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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