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Chrysler 300 Owner's Manual

Chrysler 300 Owner's Manual

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Page 2 With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or op- name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint technicians and genuine Mopar parts, and is interested you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Warnings And Cautions
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 11: Table Of Contents
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..18 Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) .
Page 12: Table Of Contents
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Using The Panic Alarm ....24 Trunk Lock And Release ....39 Programming Additional Transmitters .
Page 13: Table Of Contents
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Event Data Recorder (EDR) ....63 Exhaust Gas ......76 Child Restraints .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter with Integrated Key and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. You can insert the double- sided integrated key into the ignition switch with either side up.
Page 15: Integrated Ignition Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Integrated Ignition Key The Integrated Key (FOBIK) operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans- mitter and a valet key, which stores in the rear of the RKE transmitter.
Page 16: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a power outlets will remain active for 10 minutes after number of reasons.
Page 17: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a position.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional RKE transmit- CAUTION! ters, or any other transponder-equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a fault unless the Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all additional part is physically held against the RKE doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 19: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming and the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing, turn on If you have two valid RKE transmitters with integrated again for three seconds, and then turn off. keys, you can program new RKE transmitters to the The new integrated key is programmed.
Page 20: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information Rearming of the System The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the horn subject to the following conditions: off after three minutes, turn all of the visual signals off...
Page 21: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 the Vehicle Security Alarm will cancel the arming pro- When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior cess. If you wish to rearm the Vehicle Security Alarm after power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. closing the door, you must repeat one of the previously- The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your described arming sequences.
Page 22: Illuminated Entry System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tamper Alert NOTE: None of the courtesy lights will operate if the If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme your absence, the horn will sound three times when you downward position), unless the overhead map/reading disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors 1st Press This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Remote Key...
Page 24 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Release both buttons at the same time. For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to “Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock,” under Personal Set- 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- tings (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
Page 25: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to To Lock the Doors its previous setting. Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash and NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.
Page 26: To Unlatch The Trunk
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- To Unlatch the Trunk mitter for at least four seconds, but no longer than Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two 10 seconds.
Page 27: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system.
Page 28: Remote Starting System — If Equipped
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Reposition the access door panel over the battery 1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected opening and snap into place. life of the battery is a minimum of three years. 2.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Doors closed NOTE: The park lamps will turn on and remain on during Hood closed Remote Start mode. Trunk closed For security, power window and power sunroof op- Hazard switch off eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.
Page 30: Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START Information Center (EVIC), the message “Insert Key/ button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Turn To Run”...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WARNING! For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
Page 32: Power Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks you from accidentally locking the key in the vehicle. A power door lock switch is on each front door trim Removing the key, returning the ignition mode to the panel.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) then back to LOCK four times ending up in the LOCK transmitter.
Page 34: Child Protection Door Lock
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and 3.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 To Engage the Child Protection Door Lock System 1. Open the rear door. 2. Insert the tip of the valet key (or similar object) into the child lock control and pull it upward. NOTE: For valet key information, refer to “A Word About Your Keys”...
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Disengage the Child Protection Door Lock WARNING! System Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. 1. Open the rear door. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened 2.
Page 37: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. NOTE: After disengaging the Child Protection Door Lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door control all the...
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To stop the window from going all the way down during WARNING! the AUTO-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly. Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle ignition switch.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 AUTO-Up Feature with Anti–Pinch Protection — If programmable. Refer to “Delay Power Off to Accessories Equipped Until Exit,” under “Personal Settings (Customer- Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and Programmable Features)”...
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing. Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door trim panel allows you to disable the window controls on the passenger doors.
Page 41: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 1. Pull the window switch up to close window com- TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE pletely and continue to hold the switch up for an The trunk lid can be released from inside the vehicle by additional two seconds after the window is closed.
Page 42: Trunk Safety Warning
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The trunk lid can be released from outside the vehicle by TRUNK SAFETY WARNING pressing the TRUNK button on the Remote Keyless Entry WARNING! (RKE) transmitter twice within five seconds. With the ignition switch in the ON position, the Trunk Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or...
Page 43: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 and passengers seated next to a window, and the optional supplemental front seat-mounted side airbags. If you will be carrying children too small for adult-size belts, your seat belts also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems.
Page 44: Lap/Shoulder Belts
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even normal conditions. However, in a collision, the belt will on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the and cause a collision that includes you.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! (Continued) 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat adjust the front seat. belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. WARNING! Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will go around your lap.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING! (Continued) A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be leave you with no protection.
Page 49: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to position the belt away from your neck. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt.
Page 50: Seat Belt Pretensioners
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System The seat belts for both front seating positions are (BeltAlert ) equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within remove any slack from the seat belts in the event of a 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed collision.
Page 51: Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 NOTE: Chrysler LLC does not recommend deactivating NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn the BeltAlert . on while unbuckling the seat belt and turn off while re-buckling the seat belt. It may be necessary to retract 1.
Page 52: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE that have the Automatic Locking mode feature have a Seat Belts and Pregnant Women distinctive label on the webbing. Children 12 years old We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts and younger should be properly restrained in the rear throughout their pregnancy.
Page 53: Restraint System (Srs) - Airbag
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating posi- tions.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This This vehicle may also be equipped with supplemental may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation side curtain airbags to protect the driver and passengers that are based on collision severity.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 If the vehicle is equipped with supplemental front seat- mounted side airbags, they are marked with an SRS label sewn into the outboard side of the seat. Window Airbag NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open to allow airbag deployment.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) If your vehicle is equipped with supplemental If your vehicle is equipped with supplemental side curtain airbags, do not stack luggage or other front seat-mounted side airbags, do not use acces- cargo up high enough to block the location of the sory seat covers or place objects between you and side curtain airbag.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the WARNING! instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side curtain Infants in rear-facing child restraints should NEVER and seat airbags also work with seat belts to improve ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger occupant protection.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seat as far back as possible and use the proper child WARNING! restraint. (Refer to information on Child Restraints in this section.) Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work 5.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Airbag System Components Seat Belt Reminder Light The airbag system consists of the following: Knee Impact Bolsters Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Front Acceleration Sensors Side Remote Acceleration Sensors (if equipped) Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners Airbag Warning Light How the Airbag System Works Driver Airbag...
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic WARNING! parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON positions. These include all of the Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- items listed above except the knee bolster, the instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to ment panel, and the steering wheel and column.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 their full size. The bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 inflate the side curtain airbag. The inflating side cur- ms. This is about half of the time that it takes to blink tain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner your eyes.
Page 62 (SRS) component or SRS-related component or seat-mounted side airbag inflates. This especially ap- fastener be modified or replaced with any part plies to children. except those which are approved by Chrysler LLC/ The following requirements must be strictly adhered Mopar . WARNING!
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 If a Deployment Occurs However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a The airbag system is designed to deploy when the ORC few days or if you have any blistering, see your doctor detects a moderate to severe collision to help restrain the immediately.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Unlocks the doors automatically. WARNING! NOTE: The interior lights can only be deactivated if the Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli- key is removed from the ignition switch or the vehicle is sion.
Page 65: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 The Airbag Warning Light does not come on or flickers WARNING! (Continued) during the six to eight seconds when the ignition You need proper knee impact protection in a switch is first turned ON. collision.
Page 66 Chrysler LLC and others to learn more about the ration in aggregate crash databases, such as those main- possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order tained by the US government and various states.
Page 67: Child Restraints
Impact acceleration and angle provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter preserved. Seat belt status 2. Used in defense of litigation involving a Chrysler LLC Brake status (service and parking brakes) product. Accelerator status (including vehicle speed) 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the There are different sizes and types of restraints for law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older less than one year old.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE over the front of the seat when their back is against the WARNING! seatback should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. Improper installation can lead to failure of an Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. infant or child restraint.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Standards. We also recommend that you make sure LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle Anchors and Tether for CHildren) where you will use it before you buy it. Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE kits or retrofit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re- straint in any vehicle. All three rear-seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible child seats.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- are provided with the child restraint system. facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a located at the rear of the seat cushion where it...
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in Improper installation of a child restraint to the the strap. LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Seat belts with an automatic locking retractor have a In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the distinctive label on the seat belt webbing. The seat belt lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the must be in the Automatic Locking mode in order to buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening enable a child restraint to be tightly installed.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To attach a child restraint tether strap: 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. 1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint.
Page 77: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Transporting Pets The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly changes should be consistent with anticipated climate injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
Page 78: Safety Tips
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. WARNING! Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The make sure that all windows are closed and the climate Vehicle control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT Seat Belts use the recirculation mode.
Page 80: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Defroster Lights Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights the blower control on high speed. You should be able to while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high feel the air directed against the windshield.
Page 81: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......85 Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach Lighting —...
Page 82 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE uconnect phone Features ....102 Head Restraints ..... 127 Advanced Phone Connectivity .
Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..137 Mist Feature ......145 Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Windshield Washers .
Page 84 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed ....152 Setting The Following Distance In ACC ..162 To Vary The Speed Setting .
Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Gate Operator/Canadian Programming ..185 Sunshade Operation ....190 Using HomeLink ....186 Wind Buffeting .
Page 86 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Area Features ....198 Rear Window Defroster ....198 Trunk Mat —...
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the wind- shield).
Page 88 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror. NOTE: The passenger-side convex outside mirror will give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to your vehicle.
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped Three of the LEDs are turn signal indicators, which flash Some models have outside mirrors that are hinged. The with the corresponding turn signal lights in the front and hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to rear of the vehicle.
Page 90 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tilt Mirrors in Reverse — If Equipped Power Mirrors Tilt Mirrors in Reverse provides automatic outside mirror The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door positioning which will aid the driver’s view of the trim panel next to the power door lock switch.
Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and position.
Page 92 — IF EQUIPPED websites: NOTE: The sales code RER and REU radios contain an integrated uconnect phone. Refer to your “Navigation www.chrysler.com/uconnect User’s Manual” for uconnect phone operating instruc- www.dodge.com/uconnect tions for these radios. Radio sales code can be located on the lower right corner of the Radio faceplate.
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone The uconnect phone can be used with any Hands-Free is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s Profile certified Bluetooth cellular phone.
Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE menu structure. Voice commands are required after most Phonebook and New Entry. Please remember, the uconnect phone prompts. You will be prompted for a uconnect phone works best when you talk in a specific command and then guided through the available normal conversational tone, as if speaking to someone options.
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Cancel Command When prompted, after the beep, say Pair a Phone and At any prompt, after the beep, you can say Cancel and follow the audible prompts. you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi- few instances the system will take you back to the fication Number (PIN), which you will later need to...
Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the The uconnect phone will confirm the phone number vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and then dial. The number will appear in the display and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the of certain radios.
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 The uconnect system will confirm the name and then When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., dial the corresponding phone number, which may Home, Work, Mobile, or Pager ). This will allow appear in the display of certain radios. you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry, if desired.
Page 98: Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Cellular Phone
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Transfer From Cellular Phone loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, downloaded names can be used.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Phonebook Download — Single Entry first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth connection to If equipped and supported by your phone, uconnect the uconnect phone, and then send the address book phone allows the user to download entries from their entry via Bluetooth .
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook Delete uconnect Phonebook Entry entry that you wish to edit. NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended Next, choose the number designation (home, work, when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 After you enter the name, the uconnect phone will Note that only the phonebook in the current language ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, is deleted. work, cellular, pager, or all. Say the designation you Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be wish to delete.
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The uconnect phone will then prompt you as to the call, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a number designation you wish to call. single beep, indicating that the incoming call was rejected.
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook Conference Call entry you wish to call. The first call will be on hold while When two calls are in progress (one active and one on the second call is in progress.
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE hold may not become active automatically. This is cell After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can phone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press continue on the uconnect phone either until the call and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep.
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say If the phone is not reachable and the uconnect phone is the name of the language you wish to switch to operational, you may reach the emergency number as English, Espanol, or Francais.
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If supported, this number may be programmable on After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say some systems. To do this, press the PHONE button Towing Assistance. and say ‘Setup’, followed by ‘Emergency’. NOTE: The uconnect phone does slightly lower your chances The towing assistance number dialed is based on the...
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Voice Mail Calling 6 #), you can press the VOICE RECOGNITION button To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to Working and say, 3 7 4 6 # Send. Saying a number, or sequence of with Automated Systems.
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Some paging and voice mail systems have system time After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say out settings that are too short and may not allow the Setup Confirmations. The uconnect phone will play use of this feature.
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s In order to un-mute the uconnect phone: audio system. The uconnect phone will work the same Press the VOICE RECOGNITION button. as if you dial the number using voice recognition. Following the beep, say Mute off.
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth Select Another Cellular Phone connection between a uconnect phone paired cellular This feature allows you to select and start using another phone and the uconnect phone, follow the instructions phone paired with the uconnect phone.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say phone Voice Training feature may be used. To enter this Setup Phone Pairing. training mode, follow one of the two following proce- dures: At the next prompt, say Delete and follow the prompts.
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default low-to-medium vehicle speed, settings, enter the Voice Training session via the above low road noise, procedure and follow the prompts. smooth road surface, Voice Recognition (VR) fully closed windows, For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least...
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Phonebook (Downloaded and uconnect phone Local) smooth road surface, name recognition rate is optimized when the entries fully closed windows, are not similar. dry weather conditions, and You can say O (letter O ) for 0 (zero). 800 must be spoken eight-zero-zero.
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bluetooth Communication Link Power-Up Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the the uconnect phone. When this happens, the connection ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you can generally be reestablished by switching the phone must wait at least five seconds prior to using the system.
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Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (VR) — IF This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and EQUIPPED RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation following conditions: This Voice Recognition system allows you to Changes or modifications not expressly approved by...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 When you press the VR button, you will hear a beep. The These commands are universal and can be used from any beep is your signal to give a command. menu. All other commands can be used depending upon the active application.
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Commands “Radio” (to switch to the radio mode) The Voice Recognition system understands two types of “Disc” (to switch to the disc mode) commands. Universal commands are available at all times. Local commands are available if the supported “Memo”...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Radio FM “Previous Channel” (to select the previous channel) To switch to the FM band say “FM” or “Radio FM”. In “List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels) this mode, you may say the following commands: “Select Name”...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode say “Memo”. In this − “Delete” (to delete a memo) mode, you may say the following commands: “Delete All” (to delete all memos) “New Memo”...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the VR 2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by button first and wait for the beep before speaking the uconnect phone. For best results, the Voice Training “Barge In”...
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Power Seats The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use this switch to move the driver’s seat up or down, forward or rearward or to recline the seat.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 The recliner control is located on the outboard side of the WARNING! seat. Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Head Restraints Heated Seats — If Equipped Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in This feature heats the front driver and passenger seats. the event of impact from the rear. Adjust the restraint so The controls for each front seat are located near the that the upper edge is as high as practical.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On vehicles equipped with rear heated seats, the seats Press the switch once to select High-level heat- closest to the doors are heated. The controls for these ing. Press the switch a second time to select seats are located on the rear of the center console.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 WARNING! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex- haustion, or other physical conditions must exer- cise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE settings for the driver seat, side mirrors, adjustable WARNING! pedals (if equipped), and power tilt and telescopic steer- ing column (if equipped) and a set of desired radio Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into station presets.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.e., seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals [if equipped], power tilt and telescopic steering column [if equipped], and radio station presets). 3. Press and release the SET (S) button on the memory switch.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE to “Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea- accordingly. Memory Profile Set” (1 or 2) will display in tures)” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center the instrument cluster on vehicles equipped with the (EVIC)” in Section 4. EVIC.
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 To recall the memory settings for driver one, press Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat MEMORY button number 1 on the driver’s door or the Only) UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to memory position 1.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When you remove the key from the ignition switch, The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the the driver seat will move about 2.4 in (60 mm) driver seat position is less than 0.9 in (22.7 mm) rearward if the driver seat position is greater than or forward of the rear stop.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety Two latches must be released to open the hood. catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood.
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlight Switch To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to The headlight switch is located on the left side of close it. Lower the hood, until it is open approxi- the instrument panel.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the AUTO (A) position. When the system is on, the headlight time delay feature is also on.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be turned on To Activate or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center 1. Select “Automatic High Beams — ON” through the (EVIC) (if equipped). Refer to ”Headlights On with EVIC.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 1. Pull the multifunction lever toward you to switch the To activate the delay feature, turn OFF the ignition switch headlights from the high beam to the low beam position. while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off the headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime when the fog lights are turned on. Running Lights whenever the ignition switch is ON, the NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights are off and the parking brake is off.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Moving the multifunction lever up or down also causes the corresponding turn signal indicator in the outside mirror (if so equipped) to flash. For details, refer to “Outside Mirrors with Turn Signal & Approach Light- ing”...
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the multifunction lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam. Flash-to-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 because a door is open. This includes the glove box light, Dome Light Position but not the trunk light. To restore interior light operation, Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light second detent to turn on the interior lights.
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE position. The multifunction lever is located on the left CAUTION! side of the steering column. Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind- shield wipers may result if the wiper switch is left in any position other than off.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper WARNING! control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield the intermittent interval previously selected.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Wipers,” under “Personal Settings (Customer- NOTE: Programmable Features)” under “Electronic Vehicle In- The rain sensing feature will not operate when the formation Center (EVIC)” in Section 4. wiper speed is in the low or high position. Rain Sensing Wipers —...
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit — The rain sensing shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping control feature will not operate when the ignition is first handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of switched ON, and the vehicle is stationary, and the the steering column.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering column in position, push the control handle inward until fully engaged. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The telescoping adjustment must be locked while driv- ing.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 transmitter or the memory switch on the driver’s door wheel. The switch is located on the front side of the trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic steering column to driver’s seat cushion side shield. pre-programmed positions.
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. CAUTION! The pedals can be adjusted while driving. Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control is on.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 To Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button located on the end of the Electronic Speed Control lever. The indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate to show that the speed control system is on. To turn the system off, push and release the ON/OFF button again.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Set At A Desired Speed Pull the Electronic Speed Control lever toward you to When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the CANCEL. lever downward to SET DECEL and release. Remove Pushing and releasing the ON/OFF button or turning off your foot from the accelerator pedal and the vehicle will the ignition erases the set speed from memory.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Tapping the Electronic Speed Control lever to RESUME To Accelerate For Passing ACCEL once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the increase. Each time the Electronic Speed Control lever is pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in WARNING! light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes an infrared Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the sensor designed to detect a vehicle directly ahead of you.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Cannot take street, traffic, and weather conditions Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience into account, and may be limited upon adverse system. It is not a substitute for active driving sight distance conditions.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Cruise Control system has two control modes. WARNING! Adaptive cruise control mode for maintaining an You should switch off the ACC system: appropriate distance between vehicles. When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, Normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode for cruising sleet, heavy traffic, and complex driving situations at a constant preset speed.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 When the system is turned on and in the READY state, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) dis- plays “ACC READY.” When the system is OFF, the EVIC displays “CRUISE OFF.” NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following conditions: When you apply the brakes.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate WARNING! Push and release the ON/OFF/MODE button located on the end of the speed control lever. The ACC menu in the Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system EVIC displays “ACC READY.” on when not in use is dangerous.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 The system will not be controlling the distance be- tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle speed will only be determined by the position of the accelerator pedal. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do not, the vehicle may continue to accelerate beyond the set speed.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You softly tap the brake pedal. To Turn Off The system will turn off and erase the set speed in You depress the brake pedal. memory if: You pull the speed control lever toward you to CAN- You push and release the ON/OFF/MODE button.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 While ACC is set, the set speed can be decreased by WARNING! pushing and holding the lever down (SET/DECEL). If the lever is continually held, the set speed will continue The Resume function should only be used if traffic to decrease in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments until the lever and road conditions permit.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ACC system maintains set speed when driving up hill and down hill. However, a slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. In addition, downshifting may occur while climbing uphill or descending down- hill.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the The system disengages. (Refer to the information on set speed. If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the ACC Activation). same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited;...
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer. The information it displays depends on ACC system status. Press the MENU button (located on the steer- ing wheel) repeatedly until one of the follow- ing displays in the EVIC: Menu Button Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu...
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 CRUISE OFF ACC READY − When ACC is deactivated, the display will read − When ACC is activated, the display will read “ACC “CRUISE OFF.” READY.”...
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ACC SET The set speed will continue to display in place of the odometer reading when changing the EVIC display − When ACC is set, the set speed will display. while ACC is set. 1 —...
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 The ACC SET screen will display once again if any ACC Driver override activity occurs, which may include any of the following: System off Set speed change Proximity warning Distance setting change ACC warning System cancel The EVIC will return to the last display selected Acquisition/loss of Target...
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Display Warnings and Maintenance ACC Blinded Warning The ACC Blinded Warning will display when conditions temporarily limit system performance. This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in snow, fog, heavy rain, or when driving into direct sunlight (sunrise or sunset).
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to an obstruction.
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Installing a vehicle front-end protector or an aftermarket grille or modifying the grille is not recom- mended. Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit ACC operation. ACC Unavailable Warning If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays ACC UNAVAILABLE, there may be a temporary malfunction that limits ACC functionality.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Precautions While Driving with ACC In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpect- edly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need to intervene.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using ACC on Hills When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions, and the steepness of the hills, ACC perfor- mance may be limited.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Lane Changing ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it will not until it may be too late to take action.
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Stationary Objects and Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations Classification Specifications: where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and 21 C.F.R part 1040.10 &...
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode WARNING! In addition to adaptive cruise control mode, a normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode is available for cruising In the normal cruise control mode, the system will at fixed speeds.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Vary the Speed Setting The Electronic Stability Program/Traction Control There are two ways to change the set speed: System (ESP/TCS) activates. Use the accelerator pedal to adjust the vehicle to the To Resume desired speed and push the lever down (“SET/ Push the lever up and release (“RESUME/ACCEL”) and DECEL”).
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 REAR PARK ASSIST The system uses four sensors located in the rear bumper The Rear Park Assist is a driver aid that senses for to scan for obstacles up to 79 in (200 cm) away from the obstacles behind the vehicle.
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The warning display contains two sets of yellow and red The system dimly illuminates the two inner most yellow indicators, one set to warn of obstacles behind the left indicators when it is ON and detecting no obstacles. The rear of the vehicle and the other set to warn of obstacles following chart shows the warning display operation behind the right rear of the vehicle.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: The Rear Park Assist will MUTE the radio, if on, WARNING! (Continued) when the system is sounding an audio tone. Before using the Rear Park Assist, it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball WARNING! assembly is disconnected from the vehicle when Drivers must be careful when backing up even...
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could CAUTION! affect the performance of the system. The Rear Park Assist is only a parking aid and it is If “Service Park Assist System” appears in the EVIC after unable to recognize every obstacle, including making sure the rear bumper is clean please see your small obstacles.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second detent. Sunglasses Storage At the rear of the console, a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink buttons are located in the overhead WARNING! console, and contain one, two, or three dots/lines desig- nating the different HomeLink channels. Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Programming HomeLink 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the EVIC Before You Begin display in view. If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openers This can usually be found where the hanging antenna may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is in the “Gate Operator/Canadian Programming”...
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 6. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “training” Gate Operator/Canadian Programming button. The name and color of the button may vary by Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- manufacturer. nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission –...
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. EVIC display will change from “CHANNEL # TRAIN- 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button for ING”...
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Troubleshooting Tips 2. This device must accept any interference that may be If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here received including interference that may cause undesired are some of the most common solutions: operation Replace the battery in the original transmitter.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Opening Sunroof — Express sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and will open automatically from any position. The sunroof release to Express Close.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunshade Operation Sunroof Maintenance The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. the glass panel. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Ignition Off Operation open.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Sunroof Fully Closed NOTE: If desired, the power outlet next to the ash Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the receiver tray (if equipped) can be converted by your sunroof is fully closed. authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch in the LOCK position.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center console outlet is powered directly from the WARNING! battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent To avoid serious injury or death: engine starting.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs Many accessories that can be plugged in draw only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in sory bracket from the plug.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Rear Seat Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Front Seat Cupholders between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide center console.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 STORAGE Console Features The center console contains two shift bezel cubby bins with rubber mats for holding small items. For vehicles not equipped with navigation radio, the console also contains an extra storage bin located below the climate control, which holds up to four CD jewel cases.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen phones, or other electrical equipment. The console’s and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will front-opening lid allows for easy access to the storage hold CDs and alike.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into heavier objects as low and as far forward as position. If the seatback in not securely locked possible.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside WARNING! (Continued) rearview mirrors (if equipped). An indicator in the button To help protect against personal injury, passengers will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The should not be seated in the rear cargo area.
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately The automatic load leveling system will provide a level- 15 hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading vehicle must be driven to reset the system.
Page 203: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....205 Automatic All Wheel Drive (AWD) Displays — If Equipped ..... . 228 Instrument Cluster —...
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And Operating Instructions — uconnect phone 6–Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX — If Equipped ..... . 253 Jack) .
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD uconnect studios (Satellite Radio) — If And MP3 Audio Play ....270 Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only).
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Video CD/DVD Maintenance ....292 Entertainment System (VES)™ Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ..293 (If Equipped) .
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 - Air Outlet 7 - Radio 13 - Ignition Switch 2 - Instrument Cluster 8 - Climate Control 14 - Hood Release 3 - Hazard Switch 9 - Heated Seat Switch* 15 - Trunk Release Switch 4 - Analog Clock 10 - Power Outlet...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS NOTE: A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven 1. Electronic Speed Control / Adaptive Cruise Control more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on. (ACC) Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will turn on when the electronic Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either speed control or Adaptive Cruise Control...
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 reading is changed because of repair or replacement, be and service is required. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle sure to keep a record of the reading before and after the Information Center (EVIC)” in this section for more service so that the correct mileage can be determined.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL reset the oil change indicator system (after performing Lo tirE the scheduled maintenance) perform the following pro- When the appropriate condition exists the odometer cedure: display will toggle between Lo and tirE for three cycles. 1.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 7. Tachometer 9. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light — If Equipped The red segments indicate the maximum permissible This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition range.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) / Brake Assist 12. Brake Warning Light System (BAS) Malfunction Indicator Light This light monitors various brake functions, The yellow Electronic Stability Program (ESP) including brake fluid level and parking brake / Brake Assist System (BAS) Malfunction Indi- application.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on ous.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- applied with the ignition switch in the ON position. ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Trip Odometer Button — Premium Cluster WARNING! Press this button to change the display from odometer to either of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B” A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or will appear when in the trip odometer mode.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Seat Belt Reminder Light 21. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light will turn on for five to eight seconds as This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check a bulb check when the ignition switch is first when the ignition switch is turned ON.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Also, have the system checked by an authorized dealer if possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving the light does not come on during starting. on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- CAUTION! tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety The TPMS has been optimized for the original of reasons, including the installation of replacement or equipment tires and wheels.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In the charging system light remains on, it means that the most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging not require towing.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the following: instrument cluster.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 Surround Sound Modes (If Equipped with Driver- Press the SCROLL button to scroll through Trip Selectable Surround [DSS]) Functions, uconnect gps (if equipped), System Status Messages, Personal Settings The system allows the driver to select information by (Customer-Programmable Features).
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Memory System Disabled – Vehicle Not In PARK (with a single chime) Displays When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays Memory System Disabled – Seat Belt Buckled (with a the following messages: single chime) Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime if...
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 SERVICE AWD SYSTEM — All Wheel Drive (AWD) ACC Cancelled — To disable the ACC system. Refer to system is not functioning properly and service is “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in Section 3 (if required. equipped).
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Attention — If the ACC system predicts that its Service ACC — If the ACC system turns off due to an maximum braking level is not sufficient to maintain internal system fault that requires service from an the set distance, this message will flash and a chime authorized dealer.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Did Not Train Check Gascap (refer to “Adding Fuel” in Section 5) Left Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to Service Park Assist System (with a single chime) information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure Turn To Run (refer to “Remote Starting System”...
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU button. To reset the oil change indicator system Trip A (after performing the scheduled maintenance) perform Trip B the following procedure: Elapsed Time 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not start the engine).
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Distance To Empty (DTE) Trip A Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is reset.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To Reset The Display Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being displayed. Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button once to clear the resettable function being dis- played. To reset all resettable functions, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently-displayed func- tion.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Compass Display The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. Press and release the COMPASS button to display one of eight com- pass readings and the outside temperature. COM- PASS Button Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Compass Calibration Compass Variance If the compass appears erratic and the “CAL” message Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic does not appear in the EVIC display, you must put the North and Geographic North. To compensate for the compass into the Calibration Mode manually as follows: differences, the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release FUNCTION SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL uconnect gps (Navigation) — If Equipped top of the screen, followed by an arrow to indicate the direction to turn the vehicle, and a count down to uconnect gps (Navigation) Display Control indicate the distance to the turn. Press and release the MENU button until Navigation displays in the EVIC.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 the FUNCTION SELECT button while in this display to “Remote Key Unlock” select English, Espanol, Deutsch, Italiano, or Francais. When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s Then, as you continue, the information will display in the door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless selected language.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When OFF is selected, only the MEMORY switch on the “Automatically Move Seat Back on Exit” — If driver’s door trim panel will recall memory profiles. To Equipped make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to SELECT button until “ON”...
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SE- when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press LECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90” appears. “Headlights On with Wipers”...
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit” make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION When this feature is selected, the power WINDOW SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. switches, radio, uconnect phone (if equipped), DVD “Confirmation of Voice Commands”...
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 “Turn-by-Turn Navigation” — If Equipped SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK When ON is selected, the turn-by-turn directions will To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig- panel, press and hold the button until the setting is nated turn within a programmed route.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE REQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC JACK) position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio Phone Button uconnect phone — If Equipped will remain tuned to the new station until you make Press this button to operate the uconnect phone feature another selection.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ TUNE Control SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise knob to save the time change. to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. 5.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type sound level from the right or left side speakers. play No program type or un- Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time None defined and FADE will display.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL station with the same selected Music Type name. The 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type Music Type function only operates when in the FM play mode. Rhythm and Blues R & B Religious Music Rel Musc If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be Religious Talk...
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 DISC Play/Pause - You can toggle between NOTE: playing the DVD and pausing the DVD by The available selections for each of the above entries pushing the SELECT button (if equipped). varies depending upon the disc. These selections can only be made while playing a DVD Play Options - Selecting the DVD Play Options DVD.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes. down and selecting other. Enter the country code using Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to save the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down changes. to select the number and then push to select. Player Defaults - Selecting this item will allow the Subtitle Language —...
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 Aspect Ratio — If Equipped SET Button — To Set the Pushbutton Memory Selecting this item allows you to choose between wide When you are receiving a station that you wish to screen, pan scan, and letter box. commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding CAUTION! button number will display. The radio may shut down during extremely hot Buttons 1 - 6 conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you “Disc Hot”...
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is SEEK Button (CD MODE) reading the disc. Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF (CD MODE) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 begin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW or Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. frequencies in the following table are supported. In Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3/ majority of MP3/WMA files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate WMA files).
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title Number of files and folders - Loading times will are supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is not increase with more files and folders supported by the radios.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through iary device if the AUX jack is connected. the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Name, and Folder Name (if available).
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions - uconnect studios Press the TIME button to change the display from (Satellite Radio) (If Equipped) elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will Refer to “uconnect studios (Satellite Radio)”...
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, Refer to your uconnect tunes (REN) or (RER) user’s unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse manual for detailed operating instructions. engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition DTS™...
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To Manually Set the Clock — RER/REN 6. To save the new time setting, touch the screen where the word “Save” is displayed. 1. Turn on the radio. Changing Daylight Savings Time 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. When selected, this feature will display the time of day in 3.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Show Time if Radio is Off 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The When selected, this feature will display the time of day clock setting menu will appear on the screen. on the touch screen when the radio is turned off. Proceed 3.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ will remain tuned to the new station until you make SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control another selection.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the AM/FM Button mid-range tones.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. MP3 Audio Play The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by NOTE: pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD and MP3 modes. Random Play.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. display.) When reading discs recorded using formats other than Maximum number of characters in file/folder names:...
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- cation quency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 160, 128, 144, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s by the following: audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than CD-R media Pressing the DISC/AUX button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the AUX jack is connected.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC SIRIUS RADIO position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not will remain tuned to the new station until you make available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With another selection.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button. to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. For vehicles equipped with satellite radio, press the SETUP button, use the TUNE/SCROLL control to select Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade...
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type sound level from the right or left side speakers. play No program type or un- Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time None defined and FADE will display.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 station with the same selected Music Type name. The 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type Music Type function only operates when in the FM play mode. Rhythm and Blues R & B Religious Music Rel Musc If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be Religious Talk...
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding Memory button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to Buttons 1 - 6 commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you button.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks. only.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 Notes On Playing MP3 Files Maximum number of files: 255 The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of cation quency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, longer disc loading times.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Playback of MP3 Files LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ignition is OFF).
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 feature, refer to the separate RER, REN or REZ User’s Connecting an iPod to the AUX port located in the Manual. UCI is available only if equipped as an option radio faceplate, plays media, but does not use the UCI with these radios.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the iPod battery is completely discharged, it may Once in the UCI (iPod ) mode, iPod audio tracks (if not communicate with the UCI system until a mini- available from iPod ) start playing over the vehicle’s mum charge is attained.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 Jump backward in the current track by pressing and While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW the associated metadata (Artist, track title, album, etc.) button long enough will take you to the beginning for that track.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod . If the RND icon is During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in showing on the radio display, then the shuffle mode is “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom of the list just turn the wheel backwards (counter-clockwise) to get to the track faster.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 To Exit List mode without selecting a track, press the CAUTION! same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode. Leaving the iPod (or any supported device) any- where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can LIST button: The LIST button will display the top alter the operation, or damage the device.
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL uconnect studios (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF how to setup your on-line listening account at no addi- tional charge. For further information, call the toll-free EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOS ONLY) number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- www.sirius.com, or at www.siriuscanada.ca for Cana- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to...
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the Selecting uconnect studios (Satellite) Mode Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. A display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio the radio to exit this screen.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the SCAN Button (When Equipped) form of short audio mutes. Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con- Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can tinuing to the next.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 RW/FF By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the channel with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ pushbutton memory. The channels stored in SET 2 SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number. This memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the twice.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 KICKER HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM any stereo audio source. A new feature of the Kicker WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) – audio system offers the ability to choose surround sound for any audio source. IF EQUIPPED “Audio Surround”...
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When in “Audio Surround” mode, balance is set auto- Refer to your Video Entertainment System (VES)™, RER matically. Fader control is available to add more sur- Navigation or REN Multimedia User Manuals for de- round audio if desired. tailed operating instructions.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 Opening the Rear Seat VES™ VES™ Video Screen The LCD screen swings up from the rear of the armrest NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD screen has been to allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display. raised to its viewing position.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL A battery-powered infrared remote control snaps into Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks) a molded compartment in the center console armrest on the rear of the center console enable upper storage bin. the monitor to display video directly from a video camera, connect video games for display on the screen, or play music directly from an MP3...
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF The remote sound system controls are located on the EQUIPPED surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clock The remote sound system controls are located on the positions.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the AUDIO MODE button to select the When the EVIC is in the Compass/Temp/ Compass/Temp/Audio screen. This screen Audio screen, press the SCROLL button to seek displays radio and media mode information up and down radio stations, tracks, chapters, depending on which radio is in the vehicle.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on in 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 7.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS Blower Control The air conditioning and heating system is designed to The rotary knob on the left controls the make you comfortable in all types of weather. blower. The control has an OFF posi- tion and four speed settings.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 Temperature Control Defrost The rotary knob in the center controls Air is directed to the windshield through the air temperature. Rotate the control to outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also the left for cooler air temperature and directed to the front door windows through the side to the right for warmer air tempera- window demister grilles.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bi-Level re-used. Use this mode to cool the inside of the vehicle Air flows through the outlets located in the instru- rapidly. The Recirculation mode can also be used to ment panel and through the outlets located on the temporarily block out outside odors, smoke, and dust.
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 Automatic Temperature Control — If Equipped Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by turning the mode control knob (on the right) to AUTO, and place the blower control knob (on the left) to either LO AUTO or HI AUTO.
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 72°F (22°C) is the recommended setting for maximum illuminate. After 10 minutes, the system will return to comfort for the average person; however, this may vary. normal AUTO mode function and the indicator will turn off.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 Manual Operation NOTE: Please read the automatic temperature control This system offers a full complement of manual override operation chart that follows for details. features, which consist of blower preferred automatic, mode preferred automatic, or blower and mode preferred automatic.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to Bi-Level change airflow distribution by rotating the mode control Air flows through the outlets located in the instru- knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. ment panel and through the outlets located on the floor.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: To control the air conditioning manually, the Attempting to use the recirculation while in these modes mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position. will cause the indicator in the control button to blink and then turn off.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 Winter Operation NOTE: Recirculate without A/C should not be used for Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months long periods, as fogging may occur. is not recommended because it may cause window Outside Air Intake fogging.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 307: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....309 General Information ....313 Automatic Transmission .
Page 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING Driving On Slippery Surfaces ... . . 327 Brake Assist System (BAS) ....337 Acceleration .
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 Radial Ply Tires ..... 353 Premium System — If Equipped ..366 Compact Spare Tire —...
Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING Adding Fuel ......375 Common Towing Definitions ... . 380 Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .
Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the Be sure to turn OFF the engine and remove the key inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if from the ignition switch if you want to rest or present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat sleep in your car.
Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting CAUTION! Tip Start Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm ing precautions are not observed: engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to accelerator pedal.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Extremely Cold Weather (Below -20°F or -29°C) WARNING! (Continued) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- it started.
Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this the driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap that occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then...
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle is at idle speed.
Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING Shift lever position The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are Accelerator position self-calibrating. Therefore, the first few shifts on a new Vehicle speed vehicle may be somewhat abrupt or soft until after the break-in period.
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 This may result in a slightly different feeling or response WARNING! during normal operation in DRIVE position. After the transmission cools down, it will return to normal Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure operation. those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System running.
Page 318 316 STARTING AND OPERATING located to the right of the shift lever. The override access small flat blade screwdriver or alike. While pressing the port is at the top of the bin to the right of the shift lever override, move the shift lever out of the PARK position. gate.
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of park.
Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure that NEUTRAL you have engaged the shift lever in the PARK position: The engine may be started in this range. When shifting into PARK move the shift lever all the CAUTION! way forward and left until it stops and is fully seated.
Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 “D” (Overdrive) If the transmission temperature gets too hot, the This range should be used for most city and highway transmission may downshift out of Overdrive or en- driving. It provides the smoothest up shifts and down gage Overdrive at higher vehicle speeds until the shifts and the best fuel economy.
Page 322 320 STARTING AND OPERATING occur only to prevent engine overspeed while downshifts NOTE: occur earlier than in other gear range selections. The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant is warm (usu- CAUTION! ally after 1–3 miles [1.6–4.8 km] of driving). Because engine speed is higher when the torque converter Never race the engine with the brakes on and the clutch is not engaged, it may seem as if the transmis-...
Page 323 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Transmission Limp Home Mode NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- The transmission is monitored for abnormal conditions. mend that you visit an authorized dealer at your earliest If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the possible convenience.
Page 324 322 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK.
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 The following indicators should be used to ensure that NEUTRAL you have engaged the shift lever in the PARK position: In NEUTRAL, no power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle When shifting into PARK, move the shift lever all the can be moved freely (pushed or towed).
Page 326 324 STARTING AND OPERATING under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, travel- WARNING! ing into strong head winds, or while towing heavy trailers, use the AutoStick mode and select the “3” Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the range.
Page 327 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 brought to a stop. After the vehicle has stopped, PARK, NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate. Sec- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your ond gear will operate in the DRIVE position.
Page 328 326 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPED choose the Overdrive mode, the transmission will oper- Autostick is a driver-interactive transmission that offers ate automatically, shifting between the five available manual gear shifting to provide you with more control of gears.
Page 329 STARTING AND OPERATING 327 vehicle automatically shifts into AWD mode. Automatic CAUTION! AWD operation could be activated by outside tempera- ture, wheel slip, or other predetermined conditions (there All wheels must have the same size and type tires. may be a slight delay for AWD engagement after a wheel Unequal tire sizes must not be used.
Page 330 328 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear 4.
Page 331 STARTING AND OPERATING 329 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! WARNING! Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on or cross a road or a path where water standing water that is deeper than the bottom of is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 332 330 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! Driving through standing water may cause dam- Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 333 STARTING AND OPERATING 331 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability Continued operation with reduced power steering in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 334 332 STARTING AND OPERATING Power Steering Fluid Check If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all service interval is not required. The fluid should only be surfaces.
Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 When parking on a hill, it is important to apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mecha- nism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK.
Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING The Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) prevents WARNING! the rear wheels from over-braking and provides greater control of available braking forces applied to the rear Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving axle. unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons.
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a WARNING! (Continued) short time after the stop), Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish The clicking sound of solenoid valves, their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer.
Page 338 336 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! (Continued) This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau- never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous lic brake pressure.
Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! This system complements the ABS by optimizing the vehicle braking capability during emergency brake ma- The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics neuvers. This system detects an emergency braking situ- from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the ation by sensing the rate and amount of brake application traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 340 338 STARTING AND OPERATING power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the WARNING! condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path. The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the The ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 flashes when the TCS is active. If the ESP/TCS Indicator The ESP system has two available operating modes: Light begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the ESP On accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure This is the normal operating mode for the ESP.
Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING ESP on again, momentarily depress the ESP OFF switch OFF switch. Once the situation requiring “Partial Off” and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will turn off. mode is overcome, turn the ESP on again by momentarily depressing the ESP OFF switch. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and NOTE: ESP/TCS Indicator Light The ESP/TCS Indicator Light and the ESP/BAS Mal- The Malfunction Indicator Light for the ESP is function Indicator Light will turn on momentarily combined with the BAS indicator. The ESP/ each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. European-Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards.
Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M. into the sidewall.
Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 345 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on the driver’s side B-Pillar.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 4.
Page 350 348 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to calcu- late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle.
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Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause accidents. recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never Under-inflation increases tire flexing and can re- overload them.
Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure the right or left.
Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING once a month. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with when determining proper inflation.
Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only. Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the (80 km/h).
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 WARNING! WARNING! The limited-use spare tires are for emergency use Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- only. Installation of this limited-use spare tire affects ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more age or failure.
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point. Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven WARNING! 1 —...
Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little WARNING! exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline. Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle.
Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS WARNING! (Continued) Use only compact chains or other traction aids that meet Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having SAE type “Class S” specifications. Chains must be the adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire proper size for the vehicle, as recommended by the chain failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) Because of restricted chain clearance between tires Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions and other suspension components, it is important on the method of installation, operating speed, that only chains in good condition are used. Bro- and conditions for use.
Page 362 360 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOW TIRES unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat- Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires terns. These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of during the winter. Standard tires are of the all season type tires.
Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the type of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules” tire sidewall. Refer to the “Tires – General Information” section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permis- in this section for information on how to properly inflate sible if desired.
Page 364 362 STARTING AND OPERATING update and the TPM Telltale Light will turn off once the CAUTION! system receives the updated tire pressures. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph The TPMS has been optimized for the original (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this informa- equipment tires and wheels.
Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 NOTE: Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure the tire.
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to equipped) has a TPM sensor. The matching full size spare 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the can be used in place of any of the four road tires.
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or NOTE: wheel housings. Vehicles with Compact Spare 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. 1. The compact spare tire does not have a TPM sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the 5.
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPM Telltale Light TPMS to receive this information.
Page 369 STARTING AND OPERATING 367 turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. Check TPMS Warning If a system fault is detected, the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 370 368 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors. 2. Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains materials that may block radio wave signals. 3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 the TPM Telltale Light will turn ON. In addition, the 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above EVIC will display a low pressure message and a graphic 15 mph (25 km/h), the TPM Telltale Light will flash on showing the low tire pressure value flashing.
Page 372 370 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above FUEL REQUIREMENTS 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this 2.7L Engine information. The 2.7L engine is designed to meet all General Information emissions regulations and provide excel- This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and...
Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 premium gasoline is not recommended, as it will not Reformulated Gasoline provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these en- Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner gines. burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe- Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-...
Page 374 372 STARTING AND OPERATING If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 CAUTION! fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol or E85 operate in a lean mode Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 MMT In Gasoline Materials Added to Fuel MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is All gasoline sold in the United States is required to blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional blended with MMT provides no performance advantage detergents or other additives is not needed under normal beyond gasoline of the same octane number without...
Page 376 374 STARTING AND OPERATING An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition mal- Carbon Monoxide Warnings functions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat. WARNING! If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or malfunc- Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte- nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex- haust gases from entering the vehicle.
Page 378 376 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system. A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunc- tion Indicator Light (MIL) to turn on. To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off”...
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 “Check Gascap” message will display in the Electronic WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). If this occurs, tighten A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a the fuel filler cap properly and press the TRIP ODOM- portable container that is inside of a vehicle.
Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING Vehicle Certification Label Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. the rear of the driver’s door. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the The label contains the following information: GVWR.
Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Overloading Loading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the down low and be sure you distribute their weight as front and rear GAWR.
Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER TOWING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) In this section, you will find safety tips and information The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do cargo, consumables, and equipment (permanent or tem- with your vehicle.
Page 383 STARTING AND OPERATING 381 Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue It is important that you do not exceed the maximum that typically provides adjustable friction associated with front or rear GAWR.
Page 384 382 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the system may reduce handling, stability, braking tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Standards Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer for Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) package content.
Page 386 384 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW Max. Tongue Wt. (Gross Trailer Wt.) see note) 2.7L & 3.5L Rear Wheel 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Perform the maintenance listed in Section 8. When tow- trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional ing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR, or GCWR, ratings. factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must WARNING! be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not over- Total weight must be distributed between the tow load your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause a vehicle and the trailer such that the following four loss of control, poor performance, or damage to ratings are not exceeded: brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspen-...
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING “Tires–General Information” in this section for infor- Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes mation on tire pressures and for proper tire inflation − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or procedures. vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. −...
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 CAUTION! WARNING! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- loaded, it should have its own brakes, and they draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- should be of adequate capacity.
Page 392 390 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 4- and 7-pin wiring harness.
Page 393 STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3”...
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (If − Extended driving at high RPM should be avoided to Equipped) prevent excess heat generation. A reduction in vehicle speed may be required to avoid extended driving at − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. high RPM.
Page 395 STARTING AND OPERATING 393 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Two-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive Recreational towing for this vehicle is not recommended. NOTE: If the vehicle requires towing, make sure all four wheels are off the ground.
Page 397: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....396 Jump-Starting Procedures ....408 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 398 396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER NOTE: With extended use, the Hazard Warning flashers The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the may wear down your battery. center of the instrument panel between the center air IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS outlets.
Page 399 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397 the fan control to high. This allows the heater core to act WARNING! as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling CAUTION! coolant.
Page 400 398 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The spare tire must be removed in order to WARNING! (Continued) access the jack. Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. 1. Open the trunk. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.
Page 401 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 399 Spare Tire Fastener Jack Fastener 4. Remove the spare tire. WARNING! 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle.
Page 402 400 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery Jacking and Changing a Tire areas.
Page 403 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 401 WARNING! (Continued) Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack. Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. Jack Warning Label Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. 1.
Page 404 402 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to loosen, but not remove, the lug nuts on the wheel with the flat tire. Turn the lug nuts counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. Center Cap Removal WARNING! To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel...
Page 405 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 403 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to However, when reinstalling the road tire, follow the the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly procedure under “Wheel Cover or Center Cap Installa- engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange.
Page 406 404 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Engagement Locations...
Page 407 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 405 11. Stow the jack, tools and flat tire. Make sure the base Keep tire inflated to 60 psi (414 KPa) cold inflation of the jack faces the rear of the vehicle before tightening pressure. down the fastener.
Page 408 406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Cover or Center Cap Installation (If Equipped) NOTE: Do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. For vehicles equipped with wheel covers, perform Steps 2 and 3.
Page 409 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 407 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the 7. For vehicles equipped with center caps, install the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, center cap by hand. Do not use a hammer or excessive snapping the cover over the two lug nuts.
Page 410 408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not WARNING! allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, or cloth- Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ing. Don’t lean over battery when attaching ever the hood is raised.
Page 411 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409 NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in 4. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the cal loads. engine compartment for jump-starting. 5.
Page 412 410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! You should not try to start your vehicle by pushing or towing. Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode. During cold weather when temperatures are be- low the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze.
Page 413 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411 the instrument cluster) remains on continuously after steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the starting the engine of the vehicle with the discharged front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE- battery.
Page 414 412 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) Without The Ignition Key Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed may lead to transmission overheating and failure. with the ignition in the LOCK position.
Page 415 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413 The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h). CAUTION! (Continued) If the transmission is not operative or if the CAUTION! vehicle is to be towed more than 15 miles (24 km), Exceeding these towing limits may cause transmis- then the only approved method of towing is with sion failure.
Page 416 414 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly The manufacturer does not recommend that you tow this vehicle on a tow dolly. Vehicle damage may occur.
Page 417: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.7L ... . . 417 Maintenance Procedures ....423 Engine Compartment —...
Page 418 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers/Headlight Washers Bulb Replacement ..... 458 — If Equipped ..... . 431 Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, Exhaust System .
Page 419 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.7L 1 — Integrated Power Module 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 —...
Page 420 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.5L 1 — Integrated Power Module 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 —...
Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Integrated Power Module 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 7 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 —...
Page 422 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emissions control system.
Page 423 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test, may also turn on the MIL. which you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE do the following: PROGRAMS...
Page 424 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the ignition or start the engine. This means that your before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine not proceed to the I/M station.
Page 425 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance. systems can result in civil penalties being assessed However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it against you. could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance. These items should be inspected if a malfunction is WARNING! observed or suspected.
Page 426 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE dipstick. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 L) of oil when the reading is oil when the reading is at the bottom of the “SAFE” range at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE”...
Page 427 SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. starting and vehicle fuel economy. The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended...
Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters proper maintenance intervals. varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service.
Page 430 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in WARNING! the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump-starting. Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer should not be disconnected and should only be at the start of each warm season.
Page 432 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE A/C Air Filter WARNING! (Continued) The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood, The air conditioning system contains refrigerant behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers.
Page 433 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 MOPAR Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera- Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt be wiped clean to remove dust and grit;...
Page 434 432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some WARNING! washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper blades clean. This will help blade performance. Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system must be exercised when filling or working around in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or...
Page 435 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised CAUTION! for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your WARNING! vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- Exhaust gases can injure or kill.
Page 436 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in materials that can burn.
Page 437 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front WARNING! of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser.
Page 438 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System — Drain, Flush, and Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals.
Page 439 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): CAUTION! (Continued) The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR This vehicle has not been designed for use with Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula propylene glycol-based engine coolant (anti- HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology). freeze).
Page 440 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will WARNING! decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and will require more frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on changes. the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- caution.
Page 441 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 Disposal of Used Coolant engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is gine coolant (antifreeze). Advise your service attendant a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is with your local authorities to determine the disposal satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once rules for your community.
Page 442 440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If an examination of your engine compartment shows no Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. Keep the front of the radiator clean.
Page 443 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require- WARNING! ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and pads wear.
Page 444 442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed CAUTION! container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture. Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- CAUTION! ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder.
Page 445 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Fluid and Filter Changes Special Additives Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered proper maintenance intervals. product and its performance may be impaired by supple- mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the tives to the transmission.
Page 446 444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The front differential fill plug is located on the outer extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi- cover near the halfshaft attachment. To inspect the differ- tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and ential fluid level, remove the fill plug.
Page 447 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Washing CAUTION! Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or a mild as steel wool or scouring powder that will scratch car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with metal and painted surfaces.
Page 448 446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR similar cause, which destroys the paint and protective Wheel Cleaner (05066247AB) or equivalent or select a coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
Page 449 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular Cleaning Headlights cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Page 450 448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do Seat Belt Maintenance not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical scratch the elements. solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
Page 451 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 FUSES CAUTION! Integrated Power Module When installing the integrated power module The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- engine compartment. This module contains fuses and erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 452 450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Washer Motor 30 Amp — Windshield Wiper Blue Pink — 25 Amp Powertrain Control Mod- 30 Amp — Anti-Lock Brake System Neutral ule (PCM) Pink...
Page 453 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse — — — — — — — — — — — — Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays.
Page 454 452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.
Page 455 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 60 Amp — Ignition Off Draw (IOD) — 15 Amp Diagnostic Link Connec- Yellow Blue tor (DLC)/Wireless Con- trol Module (WCM)/ 40 Amp — Integrated Power Module Wireless Ignition Node Green...
Page 456 454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Cluster — 10 Amp Ignition Run Yellow — 20 Amp Selectable Power Outlet — 5 Amp Adaptive Cruise Control Yellow Orange (ACC) - If Equipped/ Cluster/Electronic Stabil- —...
Page 457 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 5 Amp Antenna Module - If — 5 Amp Auto Inside Rearview Orange Equipped/Power Orange Mirror - If Equipped/ Mirrors/Rain Sensor - If Heated Seats - If Equipped Equipped/Switch Bank...
Page 458 456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE * Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of (circuit breakers) that are only serviceable by an autho- service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the rized dealer.
Page 459 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer Center High Mount Stop Light for replacement instructions. (CHMSL) ..LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) License ....... . 168 All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types.
Page 460 458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and Center High Mount Stop Light install the replacement bulb. (CHMSL) ..LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Outside Mirror Turn Signal & Approach 4.
Page 461 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 3 — Park/Turn Light Bulb 4 — Inner Park Light Bulb 5 — Outer Park Light Bulb...
Page 462 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the HID headlights when the headlight switch is turned bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the ON.
Page 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 Backup Light, Side Marker Light, and Tail/Stop 4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the Turn Light — 300 Models tail light assembly. 1. Open the Trunk. 5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 2.
Page 464 462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly. 2 — Side Marker Light Bulb 1 — Backup Light Bulb...
Page 465 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 11. Reinstall the tail light assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner.
Page 466 464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tail/Stop, Tail, Turn Signal Light, and Backup 4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the tail light assembly. Light — 300C Models 1. Open the Trunk. 5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 2.
Page 467 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 7. Pull the tail light assembly clear from the vehicle to access the bulbs. Turn bulb sockets counterclockwise to remove. 8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly. 2 —...
Page 468 466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3 — Turn Signal Light Bulb 4 — Backup Light Bulb 9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
Page 469 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 11. Reinstall the tail light assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner. 12. Close the trunk. License Light 1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3.
Page 470 468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 2.7 Liter Engine 18 Gallons 68 Liters 3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive 18 Gallons 68 Liters 3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive 19 Gallons 72 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine 19 Gallons 72 Liters...
Page 471 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 Cooling System * 2.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile 9.9 Quarts 9.4 Liters Formula) 3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive (MOPAR Antifreeze/ 11.1 Quarts 10.5 Liters Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 11.4 Quarts 10.8 Liters Year/100,000 Mile Formula)
Page 472 Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent Engine Oil (2.7L Engine) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for cor- rect SAE grade. Engine Oil (3.5L Engine) Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 473 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Oil Filter (2.7L, 3.5L, and 5.7L En- MOPAR Engine Oil Filter (P/N 04884899AB) or equivalent gines) Fuel Selection (2.7L Engine) 87 Octane Fuel Selection (3.5L and 5.7L En- 87 Octane Acceptable — 89 Octane Recommended gines) Chassis Component...
Page 475 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..474 Required Maintenance Intervals ..476 Maintenance Schedule ....474...
Page 476 474 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. the continued proper functioning of the emissions control On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) system.
Page 477 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 475 NOTE: (EVIC)” in Section 4 or under “Odometer/Trip Odom- The oil change indicator message will not monitor the eter” under “Instrument Cluster Descriptions” in Sec- time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s tion 4. oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, At Each Stop for Fuel even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illuminated.
Page 478 476 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake CAUTION! master cylinder, power steering, and transmission, and add as needed. Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation.
Page 479 Inspect exhaust system. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 480 Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 481: Service Schedule
Inspect the transfer case fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 482 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 483 Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles (170 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 484 Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 485 Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 486 Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Inspect the transfer case fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 487 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 488 Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 489 — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Replace the accessory drive belt (2.7L/3.5L Engines). Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 490 Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 491 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 492 490 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
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Reporting Safety Defects ....496 Chrysler LLC Customer Center ..494 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
Page 494 492 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Publication Order Forms ....497 Traction Grades ..... 499 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Temperature Grades .
Page 495 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 493 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
Page 496 Phone: (800) 992-1997 ship. They want to know if you need assistance. Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center If an authorized dealership is unable to resolve the P.O. Box 1621 concern, you may contact the manufacturer’s customer Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 center.
Page 497 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 495 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech have any questions about the service contract, call the Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer Hot- To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the line at 1-800-521-9922. manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- The manufacturer will not stand behind any service cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer...
Page 498 WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an provisions of Chrysler Motors LLC warranties applicable investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in to this vehicle.
Page 499 Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler LLC 3V9. vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the ve- hicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, and charts.
Page 500 Chrysler LLC vehicles. your vehicle. Included are starting, operating, emergency and main-...
Page 501 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 499 Treadwear WARNING! The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 502 500 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE WARNING! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Page 503 INDEX...
Page 504 502 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 332 Airbag Light ..... 58,63,77,212 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 505 INDEX 503 Auto Unlock, Doors ..... . . 31 Special Additives ..... . 443 Auto Up Power Windows .
Page 506 504 INDEX Brake, Parking ......332 Power Steering ......332 Brake System .
Page 507 INDEX 505 Cleaning Cooling System ......435 Wheels ......446 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 508 506 INDEX Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ... 143 Door Opener, Garage ..... 181 Daytime Running Lights .
Page 509 INDEX 507 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ..220 Exhaust Gas Caution ....76,374 Emergency Deck Lid Release ....40 Fails to Start .
Page 510 508 INDEX Event Data Recorder ..... . 63 Fluid, Brake ......471 Exhaust Gas Caution .
Page 511 INDEX 509 Ethanol ......371 Gauges Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ....375 Coolant Temperature .
Page 512 510 INDEX Head Restraints ......127 Hitches Headlight Washers ..... . . 431 Trailer Towing .
Page 513 INDEX 511 Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ... . 449 Knee Bolster ......51 Interior Appearance Care .
Page 514 512 INDEX Bulb Replacement ....456,458 Instrument Cluster ....136,208 Courtesy/Reading .
Page 515 INDEX 513 Turn Signal ....78,140,141,208 Maintenance Free Battery ....427 Vanity Mirror .
Page 516 514 INDEX Heated ......89 Capacity ......468 Outside .
Page 517 INDEX 515 Overdrive ......319 Door Locks ......30 Overhead Console .
Page 518 516 INDEX Radio Operation ......293 Remote Control Radio Remote Controls ....291 Starting System .
Page 519 INDEX 517 Rotation, Tires ......360 Inspection ......77 Operating Instructions .
Page 520 518 INDEX Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ....18 Side Curtain (Window Airbag) ....52 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 521 INDEX 519 Engine Fails to Start ....311 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..51 Remote .
Page 522 520 INDEX Aging (Life of Tires) ....356 Sizes ....... 343 Air Pressure .
Page 523 INDEX 521 Trailer Towing ......380 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) . . 181 Cooling System Tips .
Page 524 522 INDEX Vanity Mirrors ......89 Washers, Windshield ....145,431 Variance, Compass .
Page 525 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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