Chrysler 2013 Town&Country, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Town Country O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 3 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 2: ...our reflexes are slower and your judg ment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle Please disregard any feat...

Page 3: ...ING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 569 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 657 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 665 10 INDEX 677 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 5: ...NTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 INTRODUCTION 4 䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 4 䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 6 䡵 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 6 䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS 7 1 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 6: ...r reviewing the owner information it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain with the vehicle when sold When it comes to service remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best has factory trained tech nicians and genuine parts and cares about your satisfac tion HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the i...

Page 7: ...1 INTRODUCTION 5 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 8: ...rmation Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also appears stamped on the right sliding door sill under the sill moulding and printed on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle the vehicle regis ...

Page 9: ...NS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death Stamped VIN Location 1 INTRODUCTION 7 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 11: ...ming Of The System 17 䡵 ILLUMINATED ENTRY IF EQUIPPED 20 䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE IF EQUIPPED 20 Using The RKE Transmitter 21 䡵 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 30 How To Use Remote Start 30 䡵 DOOR LOCKS 35 Manual Door Locks 35 Power Door Locks If Equipped 37 䡵 KEYLESS ENTER N GO 39 䡵 WINDOWS 43 Power Vent Windows If Equipped 43 Power Windows 44 2 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 12: ...2 Energy Management Feature 73 Seat Belt Pretensioners 73 Supplemental Active Head Restraints AHR 73 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert 77 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 78 Seat Belt Extender 78 Supplemental Restraint System SRS Air Bags 79 Air Bag System Components 81 Advanced Front Air Bag Features 81 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls 85 Event Data Recorder EDR 94 Child Restra...

Page 13: ...ial Cargo Vehicles 118 䡵 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 120 䡵 SAFETY TIPS 120 Transporting Passengers 120 Exhaust Gas 121 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 122 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 125 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 14: ...ther information Wireless Ignition Node WIN The Wireless Ignition Node WIN operates similarly to an ignition switch It has four operating positions three with detents and one that is spring loaded The detent positions are OFF ACC and ON RUN The START position is a spring loaded momentary contact position When released from the START position the switch automatically returns to the ON RUN position ...

Page 15: ...dead The emergency key is also for locking the lower glove compartment You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking To remove the emergency key slide the mechanical latch at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand NOTE You can insert the double sided emergency key into the lock cylinder with either side up Removing Key Fob From I...

Page 16: ...ess Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power win dows other controls or move the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death CAUTION An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves Always remove the Key Fob from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the...

Page 17: ... off in two seconds if an invalid Key Fob is used to start the engine After turning the ignition switch to the ON RUN posi tion the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check If the light remains on after the bulb check it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics In addition if the light begins to flash after the bulb check it indicates that someone used a...

Page 18: ...ded At the time of purchase the original owner is provided with a four digit Personal Identification Number PIN Keep the PIN in a secure location This number is required for authorized dealer replacement of Key Fobs Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho rized dealer this procedure consists of programming a blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics A blank Key Fob is one that has neve...

Page 19: ... the headlights will turn on the park lamps and or turn signals will flash and Vehicle Security Light will flash repeatedly and the horn will sound For an additional 15 minutes only the headlights park lamps and or turn signals and Vehicle Security Light will flash Rearming Of The System The Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself after the 15 additional minutes of headlights and Vehicle Security...

Page 20: ...K button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter 3 If any doors are open close them To Disarm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle if equipped refer to Keyless Enter N Go in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further inf...

Page 21: ...ehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not If you remain in the vehicle and open a door the alarm will sound If this occurs disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected the Vehicle Security Alarm will remain armed when the battery is reconnected the exterior lights will flash the horn will soun...

Page 22: ...f the switch to the far right detent position The illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the Dome OFF position rotate horizontal thumb wheel on the bottom of the switch to the far left detent position REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate and activate the Panic Alarm optional power liftgate left power sli...

Page 23: ...red options will be equipped from the factory with three button RKE trans mitters and those built with power options will be equipped with up to seven button RKE transmitters Using The RKE Transmitter Three button RKE transmitters will provide basic UN LOCK LOCK and PANIC functions Key Fob With Three Button RKE Transmitter 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o ...

Page 24: ...ide or twice to unlock all doors and liftgate This will also turn on the Illuminated Entry system Remote Key Unlock On First Press This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver s side or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter NOTE For vehicles equipped with an Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC refer to Electronic Vehicle Infor mati...

Page 25: ...itter with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob removed 5 Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting NOTE Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to dea...

Page 26: ...KE trans mitter for at least 4 seconds but no longer than 10 sec onds Then press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button 3 Release both buttons at the same time 4 Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob removed 5 Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature t...

Page 27: ...ot be activated if the engine is running Power Open Close Power Liftgate If Equipped Press the LIFTGATE button twice on the RKE transmitter within five seconds to Open Close the Power Liftgate If the button is pushed while the liftgate is being power closed the liftgate will reverse to the full open position The power liftgate may also be opened and closed by pressing the LIFTGATE button located o...

Page 28: ...ower Sliding Door If the button on the RKE transmitter is pushed while the door is being power closed the door will reverse to the full open position If the vehicle is locked and the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed pressing the RIGHT Power Sliding Door button twice unlocks the power sliding door and disarms Vehicle Security Alarm Turn Off Flash Lights With RKE Lock If Equipped This feature will ca...

Page 29: ... to its previous setting NOTE Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm Programming Additional Transmitters If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter contact your aut...

Page 30: ...h your other hand 2 Insert the tip of the emergency key or a 2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart Make sure not to damage the seal during removal Emergency Key Removal Inserting Emergency Key Into Slot 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 31: ... on the back cover Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers Skin oils may cause battery deterioration If you touch a battery clean it with rubbing alcohol 4 To assemble the RKE transmitter case snap the two halves together Separating RKE Transmitter 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 32: ...ed with Remote Start Obstructions between the vehicle and the Key Fob may reduce this range How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will Remote Start Shift lever in PARK Doors closed Hood closed Liftgate closed Hazard switch off Brake switch inactive brake pedal not pressed Ignition key removed from ignition switch Battery at an acceptable charge level...

Page 33: ...emote Start System windows door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC If Equipped The following messages will display in the EVIC if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema turely Remote Start Aborted Door Ajar Remote Start Aborted Hood Ajar Remote Start Aborted Liftgate Ajar Remote...

Page 34: ...le is in the Remote Start mode The engine can be started times two 15 minutes cycles with the RKE transmitter However the ignition switch must be cycled by pushing the START STOP button twice or the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON RUN position To Enter The Vehicle After Remote Start To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a Remote Start you must first unlock the vehicle us...

Page 35: ...ce inserted the message Remote Start Active Key To Run will display in the EVIC until you insert and turn the key to the ON RUN position For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter N Go feature the ignition switch must be in the ON RUN position in order to drive the vehicle For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter N Go feature the message Remote Start Active Key To Run will display in...

Page 36: ...oid unintentional shutdowns while in the Remote Start Mode the system will not allow the Remote Start button to shut down the engine for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request When To Reset Remote Start The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of two times The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start where the Remote Starting sequence was initiated but the...

Page 37: ...knobs on each door trim panel If the lock knob is down when you shut either front door the door will lock Make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door Manual Door Lock 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 38: ...hen leaving the vehicle always remove the Key Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Co...

Page 39: ... door lock switch is on each front door trim panel Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors If you press the power door lock switch while the Key Fob is in the ignition and any front door is open the power locks will not operate This prevents you from accidentally locking your keys in the vehicle Removing the Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to operate A chime Driver Power Door ...

Page 40: ...our authorized dealer per written request of the customer Please see your authorized dealer for service Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit If Equipped The Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit feature unlocks all of the vehicle doors when any door is opened This will occur only after the shift lever has been shifted into the PARK position after the vehicle has been driven the shift lever has been shi...

Page 41: ...icle s door s without having to press the RKE transmitter lock or unlock buttons NOTE Passive Entry may be programmed ON OFF refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further information If a Passive Entry door handle has not been used for an extended period of time the Passive Entry feature for ...

Page 42: ...tion Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further information To Unlock From The Passenger Side With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft 1 5 m of the passenger door handle grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati cally The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocke...

Page 43: ...nd chirps the horn three times on the third attempt ALL doors will lock and the Passive Entry RKE transmitter can be locked in the vehicle To Enter The Liftgate With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft 1 5 m of the liftgate cycle the handle to open the liftgate and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion NOTE If Unlock All Doors 1st Press is programmed in EVIC all doors will unl...

Page 44: ...nt door handle press the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors Do NOT grab the door handle when pressing the door handle lock button This could unlock the door s Press The Door Handle Button To Lock Do NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 45: ...tem will not operate if the RKE transmitter battery is dead The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the RKE transmitter lock button or the lock button located on the vehicle s interior door panel WINDOWS Power Vent Windows If Equipped The Power Vent Window Switch located on the driver s door trim panel allows the driver to operate the two vent windows from the driver s seat Power Vent Window...

Page 46: ...switches will also remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned to OFF depending upon the accessory delay setting Opening a front door will cancel this feature Power Window Lockout Switch If Equipped The driver may lock out the rear power windows by depressing the bar switch just below the power window switches Driver s Power Window Switches 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE...

Page 47: ...of switches that lock and unlock all doors The switches will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON RUN or ACC position and during power accessory delay Power Window Lockout Switch Front Passenger Power Door Switches 1 Window Open Close 2 Power Door Locks 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 48: ...th an Auto Up feature Lift the window switch fully upward to the second detent release and the window will go up automatically To stop the window from going all the way up during the Auto Up operation push down on the switch briefly To close the window part way lift the window switch to the first detent and release when you want the window to stop NOTE If the window runs into any obstacle during a...

Page 49: ... an additional two seconds after the window is closed 2 Push the window switch down firmly to the second detent to open the window completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open Sliding Side Door Power Window Switch If Equipped Second row passengers may open and close the sliding door window by a single switch on the door handle assembl...

Page 50: ... be minimized If the rear windows are open and buffeting occurs open the front and rear windows to gether to minimize the buffeting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting SLIDING SIDE DOOR The sliding door may be opened from the inside or the outside Pull outward on the exterior handle to open the sliding door The sliding door inside hand...

Page 51: ... sliding door is fully latched anytime the vehicle is in motion NOTE The left side sliding door cannot be opened while the fuel door is open This feature operates only when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the fuel door Power Sliding Side Door If Equipped The power sliding door may be opened or closed manually or by using the buttons on the RKE transmitter overhead console switch ...

Page 52: ...le for the driver and passengers Pressing the switch once will open the power sliding door If the switch is pressed while the door is under a power cycle the door will reverse direction NOTE The power sliding side door must be unlocked before the power sliding door switches will operate If the inside or outside door handles are used while the power sliding side door is activated the power sliding ...

Page 53: ...nt resistance If the power sliding side door is not in the full open or close position it will fully open when a power sliding door switch is pressed To close the door wait until it is fully open and then press the switch again If the power sliding door encounters multiple obstruc tions within the same cycle the system will automati cally stop the power sliding door motor will make a clicking soun...

Page 54: ...will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming You can turn the feature back on by repeating the previous procedure Power Sliding Side Door Master Lock Switch To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats the second row sliding door switches and handles may be overridden by pressing the OFF side of the Master Lock Out Switch located in the f...

Page 55: ...m NOTE When the Child Protection Door Lock system is engaged the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position Overhead Console Power Sliding Door Master Switch 1 Left Sliding Door 3 Right Sliding Door 2 Liftgate 4 Master Lock 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 56: ...n the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle the RKE transmitter the switches on the overhead console or the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door The power sliding side door will operate from the switches located on the b pillar trim panel just in front of the power sliding door regardless of the Child Protection Door Lock lever position To a...

Page 57: ...e opposite sliding door if equipped NOTE After setting the Child Protection Door Lock system always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position The power sliding side door switches will not open the power sliding doors if the vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph 0 km h The power sliding door will operate from the outside door handle the RKE transmi...

Page 58: ...by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors To open the liftgate press the liftgate release handle located on the underside of the license plate bar and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion Liftgate Handle Location 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 59: ...iftgate When the liftgate is fully open pressing the button twice within five sec onds a second time will close the liftgate The power liftgate may also be opened and closed by pressing the button located on the overhead console Overhead Console Master Power Switch 1 Left Sliding Door 3 Right Sliding Door 2 Liftgate 4 Master Lock 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 I n f o r ma t i o ...

Page 60: ...ill occur to signal that the liftgate is opening or closing WARNING During power operation personal injury or cargo damage may occur Ensure the liftgate travel path is clear Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched before driving away NOTE If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is closing or opening the liftgate will automatically re verse to the closed or open position provided it ...

Page 61: ...d manually If the liftgate release button is activated while the power liftgate is closing the liftgate will reverse to the full open position The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the shift lever is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph 0 km h The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures below 12 F 24 C or temperatures above 143 F 62 C Be sure to remove any buildup of snow o...

Page 62: ...assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems Three point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passenger Supplemental Active Head Restraints AHR located on top of the front seats integrated into the head restraint if equipped...

Page 63: ... restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible If you will be carrying children too small for adult sized seat belts the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems For more information on LATCH refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH NOTE The Advanced Front Air Bags h...

Page 64: ...or under their arm If a child from 1 to 12 years old not in a rear facing child seat must ride in the front passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint Refer to Child Restraints You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts pr...

Page 65: ...y extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel Continued WARNING Continued Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC and Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat In a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck led up You c...

Page 66: ... in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times Lap Shoulder Belts All seats in your vehicle are equipped with lap shoulder belts The belt webbing in the retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions However in a collision the belt will lock and reduce the risk of you striking...

Page 67: ...ructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Continued WARNING Continued Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt People belted together can crash into one another in a collision hurting one another badly Never use a lap shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person no matter what their size Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the v...

Page 68: ...stron gest bones will take the force in a collision 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 The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Pulling Out Belt...

Page 69: ...uld move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision Inserting Latch Plate ...

Page 70: ...otect you properly In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your authorized dealer immedi ately and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retrac tor will withdraw any slack in the belt Removing Slack From Belt 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE...

Page 71: ...enter Shoulder Belt Instructions The shoulder belt for the third row center seat is located in the headliner slightly behind the third row seat Pull the strap down and secure the small latch plate of the lap belt into the small buckle until you hear a click Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck When the belt is long enough to fit insert the...

Page 72: ...orage To move the anchorage down ward squeeze the actuation buttons while simultaneously pushing down on the anchorage assembly As a guide if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position and if you are taller than average you will prefer a higher position When you release the anchorage try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position Adjustable Anchorage 70 THI...

Page 73: ...rd Row ALR Cinch ALR N A Not Applicable ALR Automatic Locking Retractor If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant s mid section so as to not activate the ALR If the ALR is activated you will hear a ratcheting sound as the belt retracts Allow the webbing to retract co...

Page 74: ...ward until the entire belt is extracted 3 Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locki...

Page 75: ...t early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occu pants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Like the air bags the preten sioners are single use items A deployed pret...

Page 76: ...d the AHR This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts NOTE The Active Head Restraints AHR may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact However if during a front impact a secondary rear impact occurs the AHR may deploy based on the sever ity and type of the impact Active Head Restraint AH...

Page 77: ...es Of Your Vehicle Resetting Active Head Restraints AHR If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in a collision you must reset the head restraint on the driver s and front passenger seat You can recognize when the Active Head Restraint has been triggered by the fact that they have moved forward as shown in step three of the resetting procedure 1 Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat 2 Posit...

Page 78: ...cking mechanism 4 The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half 1 Downward Movement 2 Rearward Movement 3 Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 79: ...ed the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are fastened The BeltAlert warning sequence begins after the vehicle speed is over 5 mph 8 km h by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime Once the sequence starts it will continue for the entire duration or until the respective seatbelts are fastened After the sequence completes...

Page 80: ...or front passenger if equipped with BeltAlert seat belt remains unfastened Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come a...

Page 81: ...t systems The driver s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers In addition the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column Advanced F...

Page 82: ...lt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window The SABIC air bags are located above the side windows and their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bag...

Page 83: ...sioners Seat Belt Buckle Switch and Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC which may receive information from the front impact sensors The first stage inflator i...

Page 84: ...r bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating Do not drill cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights stereos citizen band radios etc Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side imp...

Page 85: ...f each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The SABIC deploy down ward covering both windows on the impact side NOTE Should a vehicle rollover occur the pretensioners and or SAB and SABIC air bags on both sides of the vehicle may deploy Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during air bag deployment Being too close to the SAB...

Page 86: ...tachments bolts or screws for instal lation on the vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason Do not allow occupants to extend any part of their body outside of the window SAB and SABIC air bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint system Occupants including children who are up against or very close to SAB or SABIC air bags can be seriously injured or killed Occup...

Page 87: ...otection Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls Occupant Restraint Controller ORC The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle The ORC determines if deployment of the front and or side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required Based on the impact sensor s signals a central electronic ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags SABIC air bags SABs Suppleme...

Page 88: ... good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli sions and also are needed to help keep you in position away from an inflating air bag The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON RUN position If the key is in the OFF position in the ACC pos...

Page 89: ...ced Front Air Bag Inflator Units The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and on the right side of the instrument panel When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad vanced Front Air Bags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the Advanced Front Air Bags Different air bag infl...

Page 90: ...illiseconds The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag gas is vented through small vent holes in the side of the air bag Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bag SAB Inflator Units The Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB are designed to activate only in certain side collisions The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side air bags to inflate based on the severity and type of collis...

Page 91: ...he air bag inflates in about 30 milli seconds about one quarter of the time that it takes to blink your eyes with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side curtain air bag inflates This especially applies to children The side curtain air bag is only about 3 1 2 in 9 cm thick when it is inflated Because air bag sensors...

Page 92: ...he Enhanced Accident Response System functions after an event the ignition switch must be changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF If A Deployment Occurs The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment NOTE Front and or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag system If you do have a collision which deploys the ai...

Page 93: ...nose or throat irrita tion move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s instructions for cleaning Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de ployed If you are involved in another collision the air bags will not be in place to protect you WARNING Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cann...

Page 94: ...ll anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system Continued WARNING Continued Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag system The air bag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air bag system service If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way i...

Page 95: ...e ignition switch is first turned to the ON RUN position The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to eight second interval The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving NOTE If the speedometer tachometer or any engine related gauges are not working the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC may also be disabled The air bags may not be ready to inflate for your...

Page 96: ... fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur NOTE EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non trivial crash situation occurs no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per sonal data e g name gender age and crash location are recorded However other parties such as law ...

Page 97: ...at for your child Before buying any restraint system make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards You should also make sure that you can install it in the vehicle where you will use it NOTE For additional information refer to www seatcheck org or call 1 866 SEATCHECK Cana dian residents should refer to Transport Canada s web site for additional information...

Page 98: ...weight limit of their rear facing child restraint Forward Facing Child Restraint with a five point Harness facing forward in the rear seat of the vehicle Larger Children Children who have out grown their forward facing child restraint but are too small to properly fit the vehicle s seat belt Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the vehicle seat belt seated in the rear seat of the vehicle Children Too...

Page 99: ...facing in the vehicle Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing direction than infant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who have outgrown their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old Children should remain rearward facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat WARNI...

Page 100: ...cle s seat belts fit properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against the seatback they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the seat belt WARNING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come loose in a collision T...

Page 101: ...s the shoulder belt cross the child s shoulder between their neck and arm 4 Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible touching the child s thighs and not their stomach 5 Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip If the answer to any of these questions was no then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle If the child is using the lap shoulder belt check belt fit...

Page 102: ... Belt Only LATCH Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Seat Belt Top Tether Anchor Rear Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs 29 5 kg X X Rear Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lbs 29 5 kg X Forward Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs 29 5 kg X X Forward Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lbs 29 5 kg X 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 103: ...he seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position These anchorages are used to install LATCH equipped child seats without using the vehicle s seat belts Some seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages In these seating positions the seat belt must be used with the top tether anchorage to install the child rest...

Page 104: ...ns Chairs Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Second Row Bench Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 105: ...ther anchor instead of the LATCH system once the combined weight is more than 65 lbs 29 5 kg Can the LATCH anchorages and the seat belt be used together to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint No Do not use the seat belt when you use the LATCH anchorage system to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint Can a child seat be installed in the center position using the ...

Page 106: ...using the LATCH anchorages in an outboard position Can the rear facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat Yes The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact See your child restraint owner s manual for more information Can the head restraints be removed Yes second row out board positions only third row al...

Page 107: ...visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the gap between the seatback and seat cushion LATCH Anchorages Second Row Anchorages Shown LATCH Anchorages Third Row 60 40 Anchorages Shown 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 108: ...ll have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage Center Seat LATCH Commercial Cargo Vehicles No Factory Installed Rear Seats If Equipped WARNING This vehicle does not have a center seating position Do not use the center lower LATCH anchorages to install a child seat in the center of the back seat Always follow the ...

Page 109: ...estraint systems will be installed as described here To Install A LATCH compatible Child Restraint 1 If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto matic Locking Retractor ALR seat belt stow the seat belt following the instructions below See the section Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt to check what type of seat belt each seating position has 2 Loosen the adjusters o...

Page 110: ...ection How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint stow all ALR seat belts that are not being used by other occupants or being used to secure child restraints An unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and accidentally lock the seatbelt retractor Before installing a child restraint using the LATCH system buckle the seat belt b...

Page 111: ... so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip The ALR retractor can be switched into a locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract back into the retractor If it is locked the ALR will make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the retractor For additional information on ALR refer to the Automatic Locking Mode description...

Page 112: ...ap Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle Second Row Captains Chair Second Row Bench 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 113: ... of the front passenger seat Yes Contact between the front passenger seat and the child restraint is allowed if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact Can the head restraints be removed Yes second row out board positions only third row all positions Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the seat belt against the belt path of the child restraint Yes In positions with cinching lat...

Page 114: ...e child seat 5 To lock the seat belt pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor Then allow the webbing to retract back into the retractor As the webbing retracts you will hear a clicking sound This means the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode 6 Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor If it is locked you should no...

Page 115: ...seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching Latch Plate CINCH If Equipped 1 Place the child seat in the center of the seating position For some second row seats you may need to recline the seat and or raise the head restraint to get a better fit 2 Next pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the...

Page 116: ...lt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the belt path opening of the child restraint you may have trouble tightening the seat belt If this happens discon nect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end belt up to three full turns to shorten it Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing o...

Page 117: ...e the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints raise the head restraint and where possible route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts If not possible lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint ...

Page 118: ...ar seat make sure the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap Transporting Pets Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet could be thrown about and possibly injured or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that...

Page 119: ...restraint system based on its age size and weight WARNING NEVER carry a child in a rear facing infant carrier in a vehicle without rear seats In a collision serious injury or death may occur from the deploying pas senger Air Bag This vehicle is equipped with a child restraint tether anchor located on the lower rear of the front passenger seat Use this tether anchor to secure only forward facing ch...

Page 120: ...is designed to be used for children who are too heavy for a rearward facing infant seat may be used IN THE FORWARD FACING POSITION ONLY IT MUST NEVER BE INSTALLED FACING TO THE REAR IN A COMMER CIAL CARGO VEHICLE When a convertible seat is properly installed facing forward the vehicle seat should be adjusted to the rear most position Children more than 40 lbs 18 kg should be secured in the passeng...

Page 121: ...he front passenger seat 5 Following the child seat manufacturer s instructions tighten the child restraint tether strap 6 Inspect the tether anchor strap for nicks abrasions discoloration and loose threads If these or any other condition that might affect the performance of the strap is observed DO NOT USE Contact your autho rized dealership for a replacement part WARNING The vehicle tether anchor...

Page 122: ...s a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur For the recom mended viscosity and quality grades refer to Mainte nance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle CAUTION Never use Non Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result NOTE A new engine may consume som...

Page 123: ...g a seat belt properly Exhaust Gas WARNING Exhaust gases can injure or kill They contain carbon monoxide CO which is colorless and odorless Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you To avoid breathing CO follow these safety tips Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area If you are requir...

Page 124: ...mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addi tion inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as required Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be r...

Page 125: ...d See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper able Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your vehicle Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways WARNING Pedals th...

Page 126: ...Always properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning Continued WARNING Continued Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control If required mounting posts must be properly in stalled if not equipped from the factory ...

Page 127: ...ights Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel powe...

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Page 129: ...er Mirrors If Equipped 137 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 138 Tilt Mirrors In Reverse Available With Memory Seat Only If Equipped 138 Power Folding Mirrors If Equipped 139 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped 139 䡵 BLIND SPOT MONITORING IF EQUIPPED 140 Rear Cross Path 146 Modes Of Operation 147 䡵 Uconnect Phone IF EQUIPPED 149 Operation 151 Phone Call Features 158 Uconnect Phone Features 161 Advance...

Page 130: ...straints 195 Stow n Go Seating If Equipped 200 Quad Seats If Equipped 206 Second Row Bench Seat If Equipped 210 Third Row Power Recline If Equipped 211 Third Row Power Folding Seat If Equipped 212 Manually Folding Third Row Seats If Equipped 214 Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer Hooks 217 䡵 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT IF EQUIPPED 217 Setting Memory Positions And Linking RKE Transmitter To Memory 218 Easy Entry ...

Page 131: ...Signals 228 Lane Change Assist 229 High Low Beam Switch 229 Flash To Pass 229 SmartBeam If Equipped 229 Battery Protection 231 䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS 231 Intermittent Wiper System 232 Windshield Wiper Operation 232 Windshield Washers 233 Mist Feature 233 Rear Wiper And Washer 233 Rain Sensing Wipers If Equipped 233 䡵 TILT TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN 235 䡵 HEATED STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED ...

Page 132: ...rkSense Display 245 Enabling Disabling ParkSense 248 Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System 249 Cleaning The ParkSense System 250 ParkSense System Usage Precautions 250 䡵 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED 252 Turning ParkView On Or Off With Navigation Multimedia Radio 254 Turning ParkView On Or Off Without Navigation Multimedia Radio 254 䡵 OVERHEAD CONSOLES 255 Front Overhead Console...

Page 133: ...ing 265 Using HomeLink 266 Security 267 Troubleshooting Tips 267 General Information 268 䡵 POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED 269 Opening Sunroof Express 270 Opening Sunroof Manual Mode 270 Closing Sunroof Express 270 Closing Sunroof Manual Mode 270 Pinch Protect Feature 270 Venting Sunroof Express 271 Sunshade Operation 271 Wind Buffeting 271 Sunroof Maintenance 271 Ignition Off Operation 272 Sunroof Full...

Page 134: ...s 281 Door Trim Panel Storage 283 Driver Seatback Storage If Equipped 283 Umbrella Holder 284 Second Row Floor Storage Bins 284 Storage Bin Safety Warning 285 Center And Rear Overhead Console Storage If Equipped 287 Coat Hooks 288 Cargo Area Storage 288 䡵 CONSOLE FEATURES 289 Basic Console 289 Premium Console If Equipped 290 Super Console If Equipped 294 䡵 CARGO AREA FEATURES 296 Rechargeable Flas...

Page 135: ...ow Defroster 297 䡵 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 298 䡵 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK IF EQUIPPED 298 Deploying the Crossbars 300 䡵 SUN SCREENS IF EQUIPPED 305 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 136: ...r on the view through the rear window Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward the windshield Manual Rearview Mirror 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 137: ...cate when the dimming feature is activated The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate NOTE This feature is disabled when the vehicle is mov ing in reverse CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Automatic Dimming Mirror 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES...

Page 138: ...g the size or distance of a vehicle seen in a side convex mirror Driver s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped The driver s outside mirror will automatically adjust for glare from vehicles behind you This feature is controlled by the inside automatic dimming mirror and will automatically adjust for headlight glare when the inside mirror adjusts Outside Mirrors Folding Feature All outside m...

Page 139: ...cted button will illuminate indicating the mirror is activated and can be adjusted Using the mirror control switch press on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move Left and Right side power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Driver Memory Seat Feature Refer to Driver Memory Seat in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for further ...

Page 140: ...of the front doors The driver s outside mirror will move slightly downward from the present position when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE The driver s outside mirror will then return to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE position Each stored memory setting will have an associated Tilt Mirrors in Reverse position NOTE The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not en a...

Page 141: ...km h the folding feature will be disabled If the mirrors are in the folded position and vehicle speed is equal or greater than 10 mph 16 km h they will automatically unfold Illuminated Vanity Mirrors If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor To use the mirror rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward The lights turn on automati cally Closing the mirror ...

Page 142: ...l The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any forward gear or REVERSE and enters stand by mode when the vehicle is in PARK The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane on both sides of the vehicle 11 ft or 3 35 m The zone starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap proximately 20 ft 6 m to the rear of the vehicle The BSM system monitors the detection zones on both s...

Page 143: ... vehicle is in a forward gear The area on the rear fascia where the radar sensors are located must remain free of snow ice and dirt road contamination so that the BSM system can function properly Do not block the area of the rear fascia where the radar sensors are located with foreign objects bum per stickers bicycle racks etc The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the detection zones by...

Page 144: ... if an alert is necessary The BSM system will issue an alert during these types of zone entries Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle BSM Warning Light Side Monitoring 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 145: ...e slowly with a relative speed of less than 10 mph 16 km h and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1 5 seconds the warning light will be illuminated If the difference in speed between the two vehicles is greater than 10 mph 16 km h the warning light will not illuminate Rear Monitoring Overtaking Approaching 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 I n f o r ma t i o nP ...

Page 146: ...drails posts walls foliage berms etc However occasionally the system may alert on such objects This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service Overtaking Passing Stationary Objects 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 147: ...ind spot zones The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians bicy clists or animals Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system always check your vehicle s mirrors glance over your shoulder and use your turn signal before changing lanes Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death Opposing Traffic 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o ...

Page 148: ...m will then have a clear view of the cross traffic and if an oncoming vehicle is detected alert the driver RCP monitors the rear detection zones on both sides of the vehicle for objects that are moving toward the side of the vehicle with a minimum speed of approximately 3 mph 5 km h to objects moving a maximum of approximately 20 mph 32 km h such as in parking lot situations RCP Detection Zones 14...

Page 149: ...ls other vehicles obstructions and blind spots before back ing up Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death Modes Of Operation Three selectable modes of operation are available in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further informa...

Page 150: ... RCP the system shall respond with both visual and audible alerts when a detected object is present Whenever an audible alert is requested the radio is also muted Turn hazard signal status is ignored the RCP state always requests the chime Blind Spot Alert Off When the BSM system is turned off there will be no visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP systems NOTE The BSM system will sto...

Page 151: ...00 387 9983 French Uconnect Phone allows you to transfer calls between the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system s microphone for private conversation The Uconnect Phone is driven through your Bluetooth Hands Free Profile mobile phone Uconnect features Bluetooth technology the global standard that enables different electronic devices to c...

Page 152: ...ve a command Voice Command Button Actual button location may vary with the ra dio The individual buttons are described in the Operation section The Uconnect Phone can be used with any Hands Free Profile certified Bluetooth mobile phone See the Uconnect website for supported phones Refer to your mobile service provider or the phone manufacturer for details The Uconnect Phone is fully integrated wit...

Page 153: ...pound form of the voice command is given You can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command when you are asked for it For example you can use the compound form voice com mand Phonebook New Entry or you can break the compound form command into two voice commands Phonebook and New Entry Please remember the Uconnect Phone works best when you talk in a normal conversational to...

Page 154: ...connect web site may also provide detailed instructions for pairing The following are general phone to Uconnect Phone pairing instructions Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Device Pairing When prompted after the beep say Pair a Device and follow the audible prompts You will be asked to say a four digit Personal Identi fication Number PIN which you will lat...

Page 155: ...ime refer to Advanced Phone Connectivity in this section Dial By Saying A Number Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Dial The system will prompt you to say the number you want to call For example you can say 234 567 8901 The Uconnect Phone will confirm the phone number and then dial The number will appear in the display of certain radios Call By Saying A Nam...

Page 156: ...honebook or downloaded Phonebook follow the procedure in Call by Saying a Name section Automatic download and update if supported begins as soon as the Bluetooth wireless phone connection is made to the Uconnect Phone for example after you start the vehicle A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down loaded and updated every time a phone is connected to the Uconnect Phone Depending on the max...

Page 157: ... number designation e g Home Work Mobile or Other This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone book entry if desired When prompted recite the phone number for the phonebook entry that you are adding After you are finished adding an entry into the phone book you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu The Uconnect Ph...

Page 158: ... you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in the phonebook call the number you just edited or return to the main menu Phonebook Edit can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phone book For example the entry John Doe may have a mobile and a home number but you can add John Doe s work number l...

Page 159: ...rk mobile other or all Say the designation you wish to delete Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be deleted or edited Delete Erase All Uconnect Phonebook Entries Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Erase All The Uconnect Phone will ask you to verify that you wish to de...

Page 160: ...he following features can be accessed through the Uconnect Phone if the feature s are available on your mobile service plan For example if your mobile service plan provides three way calling this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect Phone Check with your mobile service provider for the features that you have Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call No Call Currently In Progress When you receive a...

Page 161: ... say Dial or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress To go back to the first call refer to Toggling Between Calls in this section To combine two calls refer to Conference Call in this section Place Retrieve A Call From Hold To put a call on hold press the button until you hear a single beep This indic...

Page 162: ... conference call Call Termination To end a call in progress momentarily press the but ton Only the active call s will be terminated and if there is a call on hold it will become the new active call If the active call is terminated by the phone far end a call on hold may not become active automatically This is cell phone dependent To bring the call back from hold press and hold the button until you...

Page 163: ...e Uconnect Phone to the mobile phone An active call is automatically transferred to the mo bile phone after the ignition is cycled to OFF Uconnect Phone Features Language Selection To change the language that the Uconnect Phone is using Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the language you wish to switch to English Espanol or Francais Continue to ...

Page 164: ...emergency number This feature is supported in the U S Canada and Mexico NOTE The emergency number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased 911 for the U S and Canada and 060 for Mexico The number dialed may not be applicable with the available mobile service and area If supported this number may be programmable on some systems To do this press the button and say Setup followed...

Page 165: ...ed on the country where the vehicle is purchased 1 800 528 2069 for the U S 1 877 213 4525 for Canada 55 14 3454 for Mexico City and 1 800 712 3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico Please refer to the Roadside Assistance coverage details on the DVD in the Warranty Informa tion Booklet and the Roadside Assistance references If supported this number may be programmable on some systems To do this pr...

Page 166: ...nnect Phone When calling a number with your Uconnect Phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch tone sequence on your mobile phone keypad you can press the button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word Send For example if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound 3 7 4 6 you can press the button and say 3 7 4 6 Send Saying a number or sequence of numbers follo...

Page 167: ...o the rest of the voice prompt Turning Confirmation Prompts ON OFF Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices e g the Uconnect Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say one of the following Setup Confirmation Prompts On Setup Confirmation Prompts Off Phone And Network S...

Page 168: ...he Uconnect Phone to play it on the vehicle audio system so you will not hear it Under this situa tion after successfully dialing a number the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress Once your call is answered you will hear the audio Mute Un Mute Mute ON OFF When you mute the Uconnect Phone you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the o...

Page 169: ...e at a time If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth connection between your mobile phone and the Uconnect Phone System follow the instructions described in your mobile phone User s Manual List Paired Mobile Phone Names Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Phone Pairing When prompted say List Phones The Uconnect Phone will play the phone...

Page 170: ...hone will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near approximately within 30 ft 9 m the vehicle Delete Uconnect Phone Paired Mobile Phones Press the button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Setup Phone Pairing At the next prompt say Delete and follow the prompts You can also press the button at any time while the list is being played and then choose the ...

Page 171: ... to restore the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect Phone For best results the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked with the engine running all windows closed and the blower fan switched off This procedure may be repeated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only Reset Press the button After the R...

Page 172: ...e fully closed windows dry weather condition Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English French and Spanish ac cents the system may not always work for some When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string make sure to say Send Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is not in m...

Page 173: ...m vehicle speed low road noise smooth road surface fully closed windows dry weather conditions and operation from the driver s seat Performance such as audio clarity echo and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network and not the Uconnect Phone Echo at the phone far end can sometimes be reduced by lowering the in vehicle audio volume In a convertible vehicle system performance may be...

Page 174: ...ou After reading a message you can Reply or Forward the message using Uconnect Phone Send Messages You can send messages using Uconnect Phone To send a new message Press the button After the Ready prompt and the following beep say SMS Send or Send Message You can either say the message you wish to send or say List Messages There are 20 preset messages To send a message press the button while the s...

Page 175: ... 9 Call me later 10 Thanks 11 See You in 15 minutes 12 I am on my way 13 I ll be late 14 Are you there yet 15 Where are we meeting 16 Can this wait 17 Bye for now 18 When can we meet 19 Send number to call 20 Start without me 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 176: ...ommunication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone When this happens the connection can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off on Your mobile phone is recommended to remain in Bluetooth ON mode Power Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the ON or ACC position or after a language change you must wait at least fifteen seconds pri...

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Page 180: ...ight nine star plus pound add location Voice Commands Primary Alternate s all call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol Francais 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 181: ...g phonebook phone book Voice Commands Primary Alternate s previous record again redial return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call Uconnect Tutorial voice training work yes 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 182: ...y cause undesired op eration VOICE COMMAND IF EQUIPPED Voice Command System Operation The Uconnect Voice Command system allows you to control your AM FM radio disk player USB mass storage class device iPod family of devices Bluetooth Streaming Audio Device satellite radio disc player and a memo recorder NOTE Take care to speak into the Voice Interface System as calmly and normally as possible The ...

Page 183: ...ton listen for the beep and say your command Pressing the Voice Command button while the system is speaking is known as barging in The system will be interrupted and after the beep you can add or change commands This will become helpful once you start to learn the options NOTE At any time you can say the words Cancel Help or Main Menu These commands are universal and can be used from any menu All ...

Page 184: ...E rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command system is speaking Please note the volume setting for Voice Command is different than the audio system Main Menu Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button You may say Main Menu to switch to the main menu In this mode you can say the following commands Radio AM to switch to the radio AM mode Radio FM to sw...

Page 185: ...next station Previous Station to select the previous station Menu Radio to switch to the radio menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu Satellite Radio To switch to satellite radio mode say Sat or Satellite Radio In this mode you may say the following com mands Channel Number to change the channel by its spoken number Next Channel to select the next channel Previous Channel to select the previous...

Page 186: ...uetooth Streaming BT Mode To switch to Bluetooth Streaming BT mode say Bluetooth Streaming In this mode you may say the following commands Next Track to play the next track Previous Track to play the previous track List to list an Artist Playlist Album Track etc Memo Mode To switch to the voice recorder mode say Memo In this mode you may say the following commands New Memo to record a new memo Dur...

Page 187: ... memo Delete All to delete all memos Setup To switch to system setup you may say one of the following Change to setup Switch to system setup Main menu setup or Switch to setup In this mode you may say the following commands Language English Language French Language Spanish Tutorial Voice Training NOTE Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice Command button first and wait for the beep before s...

Page 188: ...d the blower fan switched off This procedure may be re peated with a new user The system will adapt to the last trained voice only SEATS Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle WARNING It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ri...

Page 189: ...front passenger The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat The switches control the movement of the seat cushion and the seatback Driver Power Seat Switch 1 Seat Switch 2 Seatback Switch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 190: ...article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward Push the seat switch forward or rearward the seat will move in the direction of the switch Release the switch when the...

Page 191: ...ch Release the switch when the desired position is reached WARNING Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt Do not r...

Page 192: ...th Power Lumbar If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may be also be equipped with power lumbar The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support Push the switch rearward to decrease the lumbar support Power Lumbar Switch 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r...

Page 193: ...use serious burns due to the increased surface tempera ture of the seat Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start the driver s heated seat can be programmed to come on during a remote start Refer to Remote Starting Sys tem If Equipped in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information Front Heated Seats There are two heated seat switches ...

Page 194: ...g is selected the system will automatically switch to LOW level after approximately 60 minutes of continuous operation At that time the display will change from HIGH to LOW indicating the change The LOW level setting will turn OFF automatically after approximately 45 minutes Rear Heated Seats On some models the second row seats are equipped with heaters There are two heated seat switches that allo...

Page 195: ...e a boosted heat level during the initial stages of operation Then the heat output will drop to the normal HIGH level If the HIGH level setting is selected the system will automatically switch to LOW level after approximately 60 minutes of continuous operation At that time the display will change from HIGH to LOW indicating the change The LOW level setting will turn OFF automatically after approxi...

Page 196: ...a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt Manual Reclining Seats If Equipped For models equipped with manual reclining seats the recline lever is located on the outboard si...

Page 197: ...njury or death Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear WARNING The head restraints for all occupants must be properly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a seat Head restraints sho...

Page 198: ...traint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant s head and the AHR This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint To ...

Page 199: ...ack of your head pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head Active Head Restraint Normal Position Active Head Restraint Tilted 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 200: ... coats seat covers or portable DVD players These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an object such as a hand foot or loose cargo To avoid accidental deployment of the Active Head Restraint ensure that all cargo is secured as loose car...

Page 201: ...traint pull upward on the head restraint To lower the head restraint press the push button located at the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint Head Restraints Third Row The head restraint in the center position can be raised and lowered for tether routing Refer to Occupant Re straints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve hicle for further information Push Button ...

Page 202: ... in one motion 1 Move the front seat fully forward 2 Recline the front seatback fully forward 3 Raise the armrests on the second row seat NOTE Seat will not stow in the storage bin unless the armrests are raised 4 Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the LOCK position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover Storage Bin Cover Lock Release 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF ...

Page 203: ...table head restraint and seatback will fold automatically during the seat tumble No additional actuation is necessary Seatback Recliner Lever Seat Tumble And Head Restraint Fold Lever Non Adjustable Head Restraint 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 204: ...atically tumble into position for easy storage 6 Push the seat into the storage bin Automatic Folding Seatback Tumbled Second Row Seat 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 205: ...G In a collision serious injury could result if the seat storage bin covers are not properly latched Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers open Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched while the vehicle is in motion Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down Seat In Storage Bin 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 206: ...r and slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the Unlocked position Stow n Go Seat Folded And Latched Position To tumble or stow the seat from the folded and latched position return the seatback and head restraint to the upright position Then pull up on the seatback recliner lever on the outboard side of the seat to fold head rest and seatback and tumble seat forward 1 Return the seatback to th...

Page 207: ...t forward Easy Entry Second Row The second row Stow n Go seats allow easy entry to the third row seat or rear cargo area Pull up on the seatback recliner lever on the outboard side of the seat Raising The Head Restraint Seatback Recliner Lever Seat Tumble And Head Restraint Fold Lever 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 208: ...al seat adjustment handle is located under the seat cushion at the front edge of each seat While sitting in the seat pull up on the handle and slide the seat forward or rearward Release the bar once you have reached the desired position Then using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched Manual Seat Adjuster 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES ...

Page 209: ...rd slightly lift the lever then push back to the desired position and release the lever Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position Using body pressure lean forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seatback has latched 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 sl...

Page 210: ... Easy Entry The Quad seats can be tilted forward for easy entry into the third row With the Quad seat in the fold flat position lift up on the easy entry lever located near the bottom of the seat and lift the seat forward Fold Flat Quad Seat Easy Entry Lever 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 211: ... forward for folding the seatback and accessing the easy entry lever Removal The Quad seats can be removed if additional storage is needed With the seat in the easy entry position lift the cross beam forward and up to release the front anchor latches Pull Strap for Third Row Passengers Cross Beam For Seat Removal 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db...

Page 212: ... near the floor To remove the seat squeeze each release handle and rotate downwards to deploy the wheels A lock indicator button pops up when the seat is unlocked The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy Out Rollers Second Row Bench Seat Release Handles 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 213: ...come loose Personal injuries could result After reinstall ing these seats be sure the red indicator button on the release handles return into the handles Third Row Power Recline If Equipped The power recline feature located on the side of the seat cushion adjusts the seatback angle forward rearward for occupant comfort Third Row Power Seat Switch 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 I ...

Page 214: ...e strap marked 1 located on the outboard side of the head restraint The switch is only functional when the liftgate is open and the vehicle is in PARK The rear switch bank allows multiple power folding and unfolding positions for the third row seats Head Restraint Release Strap 1 One Touch Folding Seat Third Row 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 215: ...seat position selector switch to stop the seat Once the seat stops moving then the desired position can be selected The third row power seat system includes obstacle detection for safe operation When the system detects an obstacle the motors will stop and reverse the motion a short distance to move the seat away from the obstacle Should this occur remove the obstacle and press the button again for...

Page 216: ...estraint down 2 Lower the outboard head restraints by pulling on the release strap marked 1 located on the outboard side of the head restraint 3 Pull release strap marked 2 located on the rear of the seat to lower the seatback Head Restraint Release Strap 1 Release Strap 2 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 217: ...ed 3 to release the anchors 5 Pull release strap marked 4 and tumble the seat rearward into the storage bin Release Strap 3 Release Strap 4 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 218: ...ts upright position WARNING In a collision you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments Always be sure the seats are fully latched Tailgate Mode 1 Pull release strap 3 then pull release strap 4 to rotate the entire seat rearward 2 To restore the seat to its upright position lift up on the seatback and push forward until the anchors lat...

Page 219: ...F EQUIPPED The Memory Buttons 1 and 2 on the driver s door panel can be programmed to recall the driver s seat outside mirrors adjustable brake and accelerator pedals and radio station preset settings Your Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters can also be programmed to recall the same positions when the UNLOCK button is pressed Your vehicle may have been delivered with two RKE transmitters Only on...

Page 220: ...ry recall before continu ing to Step 3 3 Adjust the driver s seat recliner and driver s side view mirror to the desired positions 4 Adjust the brake and accelerator pedals to the desired positions 5 Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets up to 10 AM and 10 FM stations can be set 6 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key 7 Press and release the SET S button loca...

Page 221: ...ll memory positions If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not in PARK a message will be displayed in the EVIC To recall the memory settings for driver one press MEMORY button 1 on the driver s door or the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to memory position 1 To recall the memory setting for driver two press MEMORY button 2 on the driver s door or the UNLOCK button on the RKE tran...

Page 222: ...release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter To disable another RKE transmitter linked to either Memory Position repeat Steps 1 to 5 for each RKE transmitter NOTE Once programmed all RKE transmitters linked to memory can be easily enabled or disabled at one time Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Features in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further...

Page 223: ...previously set position when you insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it out of the LOCK position The Easy Entry Easy Exit feature is disabled when the driver seat position is less than 0 9 in 22 7 mm forward of the rear stop At this position there is no benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or Easy Entry Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy Entry an...

Page 224: ... panel below the steering column 2 Move to the front of the vehicle and look inside the center of the hood opening Locate then push the safety catch lever downward while raising the hood at the same time Hood Release Lever Safety Lever Location 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 225: ...ly latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel The switch controls the operation of the headlights parking lights instrument panel lights int...

Page 226: ...n the Automatic mode Headlights On With Wipers If Equipped When your headlights are in the AUTO mode and the engine is running the headlights will automatically turn on when the wiper system is also turned on Headlights on when windshield wipers are on may be found on vehicles equipped with an automatic headlight system Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer Programmable Feat...

Page 227: ...hime will sound when the driver s door is opened Daytime Running Lights If Equipped The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the engine is started and the transmission is in any gear except PARK This provides a constant lights on condi tion until the ignition is turned OFF The lights illuminate at less than 50 of normal intensity If the parking brake is applied the Daytime Running Light...

Page 228: ...mmer control is in this position Interior lights are also turned on when a door or liftgate is opened the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is activated or when the dimmer control is moved to the extreme top The interior lights will automatically turn off in approxi mately 10 minutes for the first activation and 90 seconds every activation thereafter until the engine is started if one of the fo...

Page 229: ...his feature brightens the odometer radio and overhead displays when the parking lights or headlights are on Halo Lights If Equipped Halo lights are strategically placed soft lighting that help to illuminate specific areas to aid the occupants in locating specific features while driving at night The Halo control switch is located to the right of the dimmer switch To activate the Halo lights rotate ...

Page 230: ... up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights NOTE If either light remains on and does not flash or there is a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside light bulb If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective Multifunction Lever 228 UN...

Page 231: ...headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released SmartBeam If Equipped The SmartBeam system provides increased forward lighting at night by automating high beam control through the use of a digital camera mounted on the inside rearview mirror This camera detects vehicle spe cific light ...

Page 232: ...ion NOTE This system will not activate until the vehicle is at or above 25 mph 40 km h To Deactivate Perform either of the following steps to deactivate the SmartBeam system 1 Select Automatic High Beams OFF through the EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Customer ProgrammableFeatures in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further informa tion 2 Pull the multifunction lev...

Page 233: ...FF or AUTO the lights will turn off automatically until the next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight switch The battery protection feature will be disabled if the ignition switch is turned to any other position other than LOCK during the eight minute delay WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switch within the multifunction lever Rotate the end of the multifu...

Page 234: ... wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent position and then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay interval There are five delay settings which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between cycles The delay intervals wil...

Page 235: ... on the windshield The wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid Rear Wiper And Washer Rotating the rotary ring to the first detent activates the rear intermittent wipers To activate the washers rotate the rotary ring fully forward and the washers will spray until the ring is released and then resume the intermit tent interval NOTE Rear window wipers function in...

Page 236: ...ing wax or silicone may reduce rain sensor performance The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and off through the EVIC if equipped Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features in Understand ing Your Instrument Panel for further information The Rain Sensing system has protective features for the wiper blades and arms It will not operate und...

Page 237: ...hen the vehicle is in the remote start mode Once the operator is in the vehicle and has placed the ignition switch in the RUN position rain sensing wiper operation can resume if it has been selected and no other inhibit conditions mentioned previously exist TILT TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward It also allows you to lengthen or shor...

Page 238: ... to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death HEATED STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather The heated steering wheel has only one temperature setting Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on it will operate for approximately 30 to 80 minutes before automatically shutting off The heated steering w...

Page 239: ...s tem If Equipped in Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaus tion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the steering wheel heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for ...

Page 240: ...pped to move toward or away from the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel The switch is located on the left side of the steering column Press the switch forward to move the pedals forward toward the front of the vehicle Press the switch rearward to move the pedals rearward toward the driver Adjustable Pedal Switch 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t...

Page 241: ...sition For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat you can use your Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or the memory switch on the driver s door trim panel to return the adjustable pedals to pre programmed positions Refer to Driver Memory Seat in Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information CAUTION Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its abilit...

Page 242: ...elerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel Electronic Speed Control Buttons 1 ON OFF 2 RES 4 CANCEL 3 SET 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 243: ...ht will turn off The system should be turned off when not in use WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON When the vehicle...

Page 244: ...ll continue to increase until the button is released then the new set speed will be established Pressing the RES button once will result in a 1 mph 1 6 km h increase in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 mph 1 6 km h To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is set push the SET button If the button is continually held in the SET position the set spee...

Page 245: ...ectronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed Your ve hicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control and have an accident Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual and aud...

Page 246: ...rs The four ParkSense sensors located in the rear fascia bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors field of view The sensors can detect obstacles from approximately 18 in 45 cm up to 79 in 200 cm from the rear fascia bumper in the horizontal direction depending on the location type and orienta tion of the obstacle ParkSense Warning Display The ParkSense Warning screen w...

Page 247: ... to indicate the distance between the rear fascia bumper and the detected obstacle ParkSense Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE the warning display will turn ON indicating the system status ParkSense Warning Display Park Assist System ON 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 248: ...uce a one half second tone As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow to fast to continuous Park Assist System OFF Slow Tone 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 249: ...Fast Tone Continuous Tone 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 250: ...e 3 Solid Continuous 3 Slow Flashing 2 Slow Flashing 1 Slow Flashing Radio Mute No Yes Yes Yes Yes NOTE ParkSense will MUTE the radio if on when the system is sounding an audio tone Enabling Disabling ParkSense ParkSense can be enabled and disabled through the Customer Programmable Features section of the EVIC The available choices are OFF Sound Only or Sound and Display Refer to Electronic Vehicl...

Page 251: ... Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the system has detected a faulted condition the EVIC will display the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS or PARKSENSE UNAVAIL ABLE SERVICE REQUIRED message for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE Under this condition ParkSense will not operat...

Page 252: ...ey When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE position and ParkSense is turned OFF the EVIC will display PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF message for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE ParkSense when on will MUTE the radio when it is sounding a tone Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly taking care not to scratch or damage them The sensors must not be covered with ice snow slush mud dirt or debris Failu...

Page 253: ...bstacles located above or below the sensors will not be detected when they are in close proximity Continued CAUTION Continued The vehicle must be driven slowly when using ParkSense in order to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is detected It is recommended that the driver looks over his her shoulder when using ParkSense WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using ParkSen...

Page 254: ...e vehicle PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE The image will be displayed on the Navigation Multimedia radio display screen along with a caution note to check entire surroundings across the top of the...

Page 255: ...ed 0 1 ft 0 30 cm Yellow 1 ft 3 ft 30 cm 1 m Green 3 ft or greater 1 m or greater WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera Always check carefully behind your vehicle and be sure to check for pedestrians animals other vehicles Continued WARNING Continued obstructions or blind spots before backing up You are responsible for the safety of your s...

Page 256: ... clean the lens rinse with water and dry with a soft cloth Do not cover the lens Turning ParkView On Or Off With Navigation Multimedia Radio 1 Press the menu hard key 2 Select system setup soft key 3 Press the camera setup soft key 4 Enable or disable the rear camera feature by selecting the enable rear camera in reverse soft key 5 Press the save soft key Turning ParkView On Or Off Without Navigat...

Page 257: ...ium front overhead console model features a LED focused light that illuminates the instrument panel cupholders two swiveling LED lights flip down sunglass storage conversation mirror optional power sliding door switches and an optional power liftgate switch NOTE Premium sunroof console models include all of above except sunglass storage Overhead Console 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 258: ... You may adjust the direction of these lights by pressing the outside ring which is identified with four directional arrows LED lamps only The area around the instrument panel cupholders is also illuminated from a light in the overhead console pre mium console only This light is turned on when the headlight switch is on and will adjust in brightness when the dimmer control is rotated up or down Su...

Page 259: ...itioned for conversation mirror use NOTE From the conversation mirror position the door can only be closed To return to the full open position the door must first be closed and then opened by pressing the latch again to release Full Open Position Conversation Mirror Position 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 260: ...on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter is pressed The courtesy lights also function as reading lights Press in on each lens to turn these lights on while inside the vehicle Press the lens a second time to turn each light off You may adjust the direction of these lights by pressing the outside ring which is identified with four directional arrows Reading Lights 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATU...

Page 261: ...nt of the rear console shines down on the front foot well area while in courtesy mode for added convenience Overhead Compartment Features 1 DVD 5 Storage 2 Rear HVAC 6 DVD 3 Interior Lights 7 Interior Lights 4 Storage 8 Halo Lighting If equipped otherwise storage 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 262: ...DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers motor ized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery The HomeLink buttons located on either the overhead console headliner or sunvisor designate the three differ ent HomeLink channels The HomeLink indicator is loca...

Page 263: ... is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink system Erase all channels before you begin programming To erase the channels place the ignition in the ON RUN position and press and hold the two outside HomeLink buttons I and III for up 20 seconds or until the red indicator flashes HomeLink Buttons Sunvisor Headliner 3...

Page 264: ...mming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu factured after 1995 These garage door openers can be identified by the LEARN or TRAIN button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener It is NOT the button that is normally used to open and close the door The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer Training The Garage Door Opener 1 D...

Page 265: ...y be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener device motor Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAIN ING button On some garage door openers devices there may be a light that blinks when the garage door opener device is in the LEARN TRAIN mode NOTE You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the LEARN button has been pressed 6 Return to the vehic...

Page 266: ...ping the HomeLink indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink button you want to program and the hand held trans mitter button 4 Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi cator light The Homelink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink has received the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons after the indicator...

Page 267: ... of transmission which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating of the garage door or gate motor 1 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position 2 Place the hand held transm...

Page 268: ...ou unplugged the garage door opener device for programming plug it back in at this time Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained follow these steps 1 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position 2 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not release the button 3 Without releasing the ...

Page 269: ...d when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink here are some of the most common solutions Replace the battery in the original hand held trans mitter Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener to complete the training for a Rolling Code Did you unplug the device for programming and remember to plug it back in If you have any pro...

Page 270: ...hicle in the garage while programming the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause unde...

Page 271: ...ile operating the power sunroof switch Such entrap ment may result in serious injury or death In a collision there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passen gers are also properly secured Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof Never allow your fingers...

Page 272: ...ond and the sunroof will close automatically from any position The sunroof will close fully and stop automati cally This is called Express Close During Express Close operation any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof Closing Sunroof Manual Mode To close the sunroof press and hold the switch in the forward position Any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain...

Page 273: ...he sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear...

Page 274: ...Opening either front door will cancel this feature Sunroof Fully Closed Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the sunroof is fully closed ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS IF EQUIPPED Two 12 Volt 13 Amp power outlets are located on the lower instrument panel below the open storage bin The driver side power outlet is controlled by the ignition switch and the passenger side power outlet is conn...

Page 275: ...otecting the system will need to be replaced Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Instrument Panel Outlets 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i...

Page 276: ...shared between the lower panel outlet and the removable floor console outlet On vehicles equipped with the Super Console the power outlets are located under the retractable cover To access the power outlets push down on the cover and slide it toward the instrument panel Removable Console Outlet Super Console Outlets 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e d...

Page 277: ... the power source The power outlet located on the lower instrument panel is powered directly from the battery Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the battery and or prevent the engine from starting Power Outlet Fuses 1 M7 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Center Seat Opt or with Console Rear 2 M6 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel or with Console Front 3 M36 Fuse 20 A Yello...

Page 278: ... and or prevent the engine from starting Continued CAUTION Continued Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these intermit tently and with greater caution After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started with accessories still plugged in the vehicle must be driven a s...

Page 279: ...mes such as Playstation3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit as will most power tools The power inverter is designed with built in overload protection If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded the power inverter will automatically shut down Once the electrical device has been removed from the outlet the inverter should automatically reset If the power rating exceeds approximately 170 Watts...

Page 280: ... Instrument Panel Cupholders The instrument panel cupholders are located in a pull out drawer just above the lower storage bin Pull the drawer out firmly until it stops and place the container to be held in either one of the cupholder wells The cupholders are designed to accommodate a wide variety of container types and sizes Press down on the container to engage the cupholder retention features F...

Page 281: ...f the console For rear passengers two cupholders are located in the pull out drawer located in the back of the Super Console Pull the drawer out to the first position to use the cupholders Super Console Cupholders Rear Cupholders 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 282: ... front interior door trim panels and one bottle holder is molded into each side sliding interior door trim panel Each holder accommo dates up to a 20 oz 6 L plastic bottle WARNING If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder they can spill when the door is closed burn ing the occupants Be careful when closing the doors to avoid injury Premium Console Cupholders 280 UNDERSTANDING THE...

Page 283: ...install the ash receiver align the receiver so the thumb grip on the lid is facing rearward Press the ash receiver into either of the cup wells to secure Pull upward on the ash receiver to remove for cleaning and or storage The left rear trim panel cupholder is designed to accom modate a second ash receiver if desired STORAGE Glove Compartments Upper and lower glove compartments are located on the...

Page 284: ...door will automatically open To close the compartment door push downward on the door s surface to latch the door closed Lower Glove Compartment To open the lower compartment pull out on the release handle Upper Compartment Lower Compartment 282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 285: ...when the door is closed burn ing the occupants Be careful when closing the doors to avoid injury Driver Seatback Storage If Equipped The driver s seatback has a primary storage pocket on all models and an optional secondary mesh pocket Driver s Seatback Storage 1 Bag Holder 2 Standard Pocket 3 Mesh Pocket 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 286: ...door entry scuff molding Second Row Floor Storage Bins The area below the floor covers located in front of the second row seats is available for storage Umbrella Holder Storage Bin Cover Lock Release 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 287: ...vers closed and latched while the vehicle is in motion Continued WARNING Continued Do not operate the storage bin covers while the vehicle is in motion Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down Storage Bin Safety Warning Carefully follow these warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle WARNING Always close the storage bin covers when your vehicle is unattended Do not all...

Page 288: ...hicle is in motion Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down CAUTION The storage bin cover must be flat and locked to avoid damage from contact with the front seat tracks which have minimal clearance to the cover Seat Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release Lever As a security measure the Seat Storage Bin Cover has an Emergency Release Lever built into the latching mecha nism Storage Bin Cover Emer...

Page 289: ...he storage bin cover latching mecha nism Center And Rear Overhead Console Storage If Equipped The overhead storage system comes in several options Overhead Console Features 1 DVD 5 Storage 2 Rear HVAC 6 DVD 3 Courtesy Lights 7 Courtesy Lights 4 Storage 8 Halo Lighting If equipped otherwise storage 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 290: ...late has a raised line with the statement Load To This Line This line indicates how far rearward cargo can be placed without interfering with liftgate closing NOTE With all rear seats stowed or removed 4 x 8 foot sheets of building material will fit on the vehicle floor with the liftgate closed The front seats must be moved slightly forward of the rearmost position Rear Cargo Area Loading Limit 28...

Page 291: ...y Basic Console Basic Console features consist of the following The basic console profile allows vehicle occupants to easily pass through the first row to the second Four cupholders accept up to extra large size beverage cups or 20 oz 6 L plastic bottles Cupholders are dishwasher safe for cleaning The cupholders are removable to access a large storage bin The basic console is removable from the ve...

Page 292: ... ward on the console with slight pressure reinstall the cover plug 5 Pull up on the console to be sure it is firmly latched WARNING In an accident serious injury could result if the removable floor console is not properly installed Always be sure the removable floor console is fully latched Premium Console If Equipped The three compartment console with sliding storage bin sliding upper tray with s...

Page 293: ... Multiple adjustments Removable from vehicle for additional floor space The top and center console sections slide forward and rearward to provide added user comfort A one piece cup holder insert for both cavities can easily be removed for cleaning The cupholders will also accommodate large size cups and 20 oz 6 L bottles Position 1 shows the console closed with four cupholders and a convenient sto...

Page 294: ... a rearward position This is accomplished by lifting the upper most latch at the front of the console This provides easy access to the storage area below and provides two of the four cupholders for the second row passengers Console Position 2 Console Position 3 292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 295: ... in the front of the console 2 Lift the rear of the console up several inches centi meters 3 Pull rearward to disengage from floor and remove console To Reinstall The Premium Floor Console 1 Position the console at a slight angle rear slightly higher than the front 2 Slide the console forward into the floor bracket 3 Rotate the rear of the console down until it is resting on the floor bracket Cons...

Page 296: ...ipped The Super Console contains multiple storage areas front lower pass through top forward bin top rearward bin and rear pull out drawer The super console contains a pass through storage area accessible for both the driver and front passenger The super console tambour doors are opened by pushing down on the finger tabs and sliding the door The front tambour door slides forward the rear tambour d...

Page 297: ...ing The Features Of Your Vehicle for further information Located in the back of the super console is a storage drawer and cupholders for the rear passengers Super Console 1 Front Sliding Tambour Door 2 Cupholder Light Ring 3 Rear Sliding Tambour Door Rear Drawer Storage 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 298: ...hen needed The flashlight features two bright LED light bulbs and is powered by a lithium battery that recharges when snapped back into place and the vehicle is either running or the key is in the accessory position Press in on the flashlight to release it Press And Release 296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 299: ...e button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 10 minutes For an additional five minutes of operation press the button a second time NOTE You can turn off the heated mirror feature at anytime by pressing the rear window defroster switch a second time To prevent excessive battery drain use the rear win dow defroste...

Page 300: ...veling system will provide a level riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height It takes approximately 1 mile 1 6 km of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15 hours the leveling sys...

Page 301: ...ls are designed to carry weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack The load must not exceed 150 lbs 68 kg and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars NOTE Crossbars are error proofed and cannot be deployed or stowed in the incorrect positions To help control wind noise stow the crossbars in the side rails when they are not in use Crossbar Stowed In Side Rail 3 UNDERST...

Page 302: ...ail Repeat with crossbar on the opposite side CAUTION Use care when removing and handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle Bend the crossbar supports at each end taking care to keep hand clear of pivoting joint Slide the thumb screw down Loosening Crossbars Stowed Position 300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 303: ... roof NOTE The crossbars are identical and can be placed in any two of the three deploy positions Deployed Position Deploy Positions Choose Two Of Three 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 301 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 304: ...s on the side rails Set the crossbars into the deployed positions Once the crossbars are set into position tighten the thumb screws completely Crossbar To Side Rail Installation Tightening Crossbar 302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 305: ...ossbars are stowed tighten the thumb screws completely NOTE Load should always be secured to crossbars first with rail tie down loops used as additional securing points if needed Tie loops are intended as supplemen tary tie down points only Do not use ratcheting mecha nisms with the tie loops Rail Tie Loops 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 303 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 306: ...essary to place the load on the roof place a blanket or other protective layer between the load and the roof surface Continued CAUTION Continued Long loads which extend over the windshield such as wood panels or surfboards or loads with large frontal area should be secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully when carrying large or heavy loa...

Page 307: ...he roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack SUN SCREENS IF EQUIPPED Sun screens are available for second and third row seating windows The screens store in the sill trim panels and the tops of the windows are equipped with hooks that the sun screens attach to when pulled out Sun Screen Retracted 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 305 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 308: ...ompletely to the top of the window extend the top bar of the sun screen over the two hooks attached to the top of the window To lower the sun screen gently lift the tab upward to disengage the hooks and feed the screen back into the base sill Sun Screen Extended 306 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 309: ...ICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED 329 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays 331 EVIC White Telltale Lights 335 EVIC Amber Telltale Lights 335 EVIC Red Telltale Lights 336 Oil Change Required 339 Fuel Economy 340 Vehicle Speed 341 Trip Info 342 Trip A 342 Trip B 342 Elapsed Time 342 To Reset A Trip Function 342 Tire PSI 342 Units 343 4 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 310: ... Uconnect Phone If Equipped 354 䡵 Uconnect 130 355 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 355 Operation Instructions CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play 358 Notes on Playing MP3 Files 361 Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode 363 䡵 Uconnect 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO 364 Operating Instructions Radio Mode 364 Operation Instructions CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play 370 Notes On Playing MP3 Files 373 LIST Bu...

Page 311: ...st Or Browse Mode 386 Bluetooth Streaming Audio BTSA 388 䡵 UCONNECT MULTIMEDIA VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM VES If Equipped 389 Getting Started 389 Blu ray Player 390 Play Video Games 391 Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1 394 Dual Video Screen 396 Play A DVD Using The Touch Screen Radio 396 Play A DVD Using The VES Player If Equipped 398 Play A Blu ray Disc...

Page 312: ...Headphones Operation 413 Blu ray Headphones Operation 414 Controls 415 Replacing The Headphone Batteries 416 Unwired Stereo Headphone Lifetime Limited Warranty 416 System Information 417 Shared Modes 417 Information Mode Display 419 Numeric Keypad Menu 420 Station List Menu 421 Disc Menu 421 Display Settings 422 Listening To Audio With The Screen Closed 422 Disc Formats 423 Display 427 Product Agr...

Page 313: ...TROLS 437 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System If Equipped 437 Rear Manual Climate Control If Equipped 443 Automatic Temperature Control ATC If Equipped 446 Summer Operation 458 Winter Operation 458 Vacation Storage 459 Window Fogging 459 Outside Air Intake 459 A C Air Filter 459 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 314: ... 2 Instrument Cluster 6 Upper Glove Compartment 10 Storage Bin 14 Hood Release 3 Shift Lever 7 Lower Glove Compartment 11 Cup Holders 15 Dimmer Switch 4 Radio 8 Climate Controls 12 Switch Bank 16 Headlight Switch 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 315: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASE 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 316: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 317: ...a continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the signal off If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate check for a defective outside light bulb 5 High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that the high beam head lights are on Push the multifunction lever for ward to switch the headlights to high beam and pull toward yourself normal position to return to low beam 6 Odometer Display Electronic...

Page 318: ... the odometer must be reset at zero This also displays Trip A and Trip B DTE MPG or L 100km OAT Outside Air Temperature information to Base Cluster use STEP and RESET button on steering wheel to access or reset the display Message Display Area When the appropriate conditions exist the following odometer messages will display door Door Ajar gATE Liftgate Ajar LoW tirE Low Tire Pressure gASCAP Fuel ...

Page 319: ...rted noFUSE If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the Igni tion Off Draw IOD fuse is improperly installed or damaged a noFUSE message will display in the odom eter display area For further information on fuses and fuse locations refer to Fuses in Maintaining Your Vehicle CHAngE OIL Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The CHAngE OIL message will flash in t...

Page 320: ...ary repeat these steps Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Display If Equipped The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster For further information refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 7 Anti Lock Brake ABS Light This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System ABS The light will turn on when the...

Page 321: ...an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illumi nates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under i...

Page 322: ...ernate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and war...

Page 323: ...iving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system It also could affect fuel economy and drivability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required WARNING A malfunctioni...

Page 324: ...authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected NOTE The ESC Off Indicator Light and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN Each time the ignition is turned to ON RUN the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when i...

Page 325: ...formation 16 Shift Lever Indicator The Shift Lever Indicator is self contained within the instrument cluster It displays the gear position of the automatic transmission NOTE You must apply the brakes before shifting from PARK The highest available transmission gear is displayed in the lower right corner of the Electronic Vehicle Informa tion Center EVIC whenever the Electronic Range Select ERS fea...

Page 326: ...n when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac 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 indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level The...

Page 327: ...ow the degree of brake application 19 Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN this light will turn on for four to eight sec onds as a bulb check During the bulb check if the driver or front passenger s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound After the bulb check or when driving if the driver s seat belt remains unbuckled the Seat Belt Re minder Light will illu...

Page 328: ...our vehicle overheats If you decide to Continued WARNING Continued look under the hood yourself see Maintaining Your Vehicle Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph 21 Low Fuel Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 0 gal 7 8 L this light will turn on and remain on until fuel is added 22 Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical char...

Page 329: ...gine oil level must be checked under the hood 24 Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi tion As engine coolant temperatures rise and the gauge approaches H this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass H a continuous chime will occur until the engine i...

Page 330: ... flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing 26 Transmission Temperature Warning Light During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up long grades on hot days the auto matic transmission oil may become too hot When the transmission overheat warning li...

Page 331: ...rning Light is illumi nated you could cause the fluid to boil over come in contact with hot engine or exhaust components and cause a fire ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANE...

Page 332: ...ollowing Radio Information Fuel Economy Vehicle Speed Trip Info Tire PSI Vehicle Info Messages Units System Setup Personal Settings Turn Menu Off The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 333: ...some EVIC features The EVIC prompts the driver when the SELECT button can be used by displaying the right arrow graphic BACK Button Press the BACK button to scroll back to a previous menu or sub menu Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Displays The EVIC display consists of three sections 1 The top line where compass direction and outside temperature are displayed 2 The main display area whe...

Page 334: ...s message type are Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out and Low Tire Pressure Unstored Messages This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the condition that activated the message is cleared Examples of this message type are Turn Signal On if a turn signal is left on and Lights On if driver leaves the vehicle Unstored Messages Until RUN These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start fea...

Page 335: ...d L Gate ajar Remote start aborted Fuel low Remote start disabled Start Vehicle to Reset Remote start active Push Start Button Remote start active Key to Run Wrong Key Damaged Key Key not programmed Vehicle Not in Park Key Left Vehicle Key Not Detected Press Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start Liftgate Ajar chime will sound when vehicle starts moving Low Tire Pressure Service TPM System refer to ...

Page 336: ...lind Spot Monitor BSM system is temporarily unavailable due to sensor block age electronic interference or other temporary con ditions When this message is displayed both outside rear view icons will be illuminated If electronic inter ference is present the BSM system will illuminate the icon only on the side of interference as long as inter ference is present Service Blind Spot System This messag...

Page 337: ...ectronic Speed Control in Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle Electronic Speed Control SET This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET For further information refer to Electronic Speed Control in Under standing The Features Of Your Vehicle EVIC Amber Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell tales These telltales include Low Fuel Light When ...

Page 338: ...is light indicates low engine oil pressure The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not show how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level mus...

Page 339: ...topped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position The light should turn off If the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable However see an autho rized dealer for service as soon as possible If the light is flashing when the engine is running immediate service is required You may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and...

Page 340: ...This may occur with severe usage such as trailer towing If this light turns on safely pull over and stop the vehicle Then shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off CAUTION Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure WARNING If you con...

Page 341: ...ess and release the MENU but ton To reset the oil change indicator system after performing the scheduled maintenance refer to the fol lowing procedure Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter N Go 1 Without pressing the brake pedal push the ENGINE START STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position Do not start the engine 2 Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 s...

Page 342: ...ge Fuel Economy AVG Distance To Empty DTE Miles Per Gallon MPG Average Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset The Average Fuel Economy can be reset by following the prompt in the EVIC to use the SELECT button When the fuel economy is reset the display will read zero for two seconds Then the history information will be erased and the averaging will continue from the last f...

Page 343: ...t of fuel Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the LOW FUEL message and a new DTE value will display Miles Per Gallon MPG This display shows the instantaneous MPG in bar graph form while driving This will monitor the gas mileage in real time as you drive and can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy Vehicle Speed Press and release the UP or ...

Page 344: ...l since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position To Reset A Trip Function Reset will only occur while a resettable function is selected highlighted Press and hold the SELECT button to clear the resettable function being displayed Tire PSI Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Tire PSI ...

Page 345: ...tomer Information Features Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Vehicle Info displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button Press the UP and DOWN button to scroll through the available information displays then press SELECT to display any one of the following choices Coolant Temp Displays the actual coolant temperature Oil Temp Displays the actual oil temperature Oil Pressure Displays t...

Page 346: ...Go in Starting And Oper ating for more information Compass Temperature Display The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing The EVIC will display one of eight compass readings and the outside temperature NOTE The system will display the last known outside temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to be driven several minutes before the updated tempera ture is displaye...

Page 347: ... you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually as follows 1 Turn ON the ignition switch 2 Press the UP or DOWN button until the System Setup Customer Programmable Features menu is reached then press the SELECT button 3 Press the DOWN button until Calibrate Compass is displayed in the EVIC then press and release the SELECT button 4 Press and release the SELECT button to start the cali...

Page 348: ... performance the compass must be set using the following steps NOTE Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel such as iPod s Mobile Phones Laptops and Radar Detectors This is where the compass module is located and it can cause interference with the compass sensor and it may give false readings 1 Turn the ignition switch ON 2 Press the UP or DOWN button until the Setup Cust...

Page 349: ...T IN PARK displays when you try to select System Setup from the main menu Press and release the UP or DOWN button until System Setup is highlighted in the main menu of the EVIC Then press the SELECT button to enter the System Setup sub menu Press and release the UP or DOWN button to select a feature form the following choices Language When in this display you may select one of six languages for al...

Page 350: ...SELECT button until a check mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated Refer to Rear Park Assist System in Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle for system function and operating information Auto Unlock Doors When this feature is selected all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the t...

Page 351: ...n press and release the SELECT button until a check mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated Remote Start Comfort Sys When this feature is selected and the remote start is activated the heated steering wheel and driver heated seat features will automatically turn on in cold weather These features wil...

Page 352: ... To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until a check mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated Automatic High Beams If Equipped When this feature is selected the high beam headlights will deactivate automatically under certain conditions To make your selection press and release th...

Page 353: ...es Of Your Vehicle Intermittent Wiper Options If Equipped When ON is selected the system will automatically activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on the windshield To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until a check mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated When the...

Page 354: ... until ON or OFF appears Flashers with Sliding Door When this feature is selected the signal lamps activate when power or manual sliding doors are in operation signaling other drivers that someone may be exiting or entering the vehicle To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until a check mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check mark is...

Page 355: ...objects in close proximity to the rear of the vehicle To make your selection press and release the SELECT button until a check mark appears next to the feature showing the system has been activated or the check mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated Blind Spot Alert There are three selections when operating Blind Spot Alert Blind Spot Alert Lights Blind Spot Alert Lights CHM Blind...

Page 356: ...or that is misaligned will result in the BSM not operating to specification Calibrate Compass Refer to Compass Display for more information Compass Variance Refer to Compass Display for more information Turn Menu Off Press and release SELECT to turn the menu off Uconnect 730N 430 430N CD DVD HDD NAV IF EQUIPPED Refer to your Uconnect user s manual for detailed operating instructions Operating Inst...

Page 357: ...a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turn ing the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played Uconnect 130 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT...

Page 358: ...he right side TUNE SCROLL control knob 3 After adjusting the hours press the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes The minutes will begin to blink 4 Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL control knob Press the TUNE SCROLL con trol knob to save time change 5 To exit press any button knob or wait five seconds RW FF Pressing the RW Rewind or FF Fast Forward buttons caus...

Page 359: ...the right or left side speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to exit setting tone balance and fade AM FM Button Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button To Set the Pu...

Page 360: ... the DISC button will allow you to switch from AM FM modes to Disc modes Operation Instructions CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio This radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tr...

Page 361: ... single CD player Do not attempt to insert a second CD if one is already loaded Continued CAUTION Continued Dual media disc types one side is a DVD the other side is a CD should not be used and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is no...

Page 362: ...e display RW FF Press and hold the FF Fast Forward button and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner AM FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the select...

Page 363: ...he file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of folder levels 8 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders The radio display of file names and folder names is limited For large numbers of files and or folders the radio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number inste...

Page 364: ...t play the file When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rate MPEG Specification Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 2...

Page 365: ...e the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc Operation Instructions Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary AUX jack is an audio input jack which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player or iPod and utilize the vehicle s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers Pressing the DISC AUX button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the AUX ja...

Page 366: ...control knob a second time to turn off the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turn ing the ON VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played Uconnect 130 364 UNDERSTANDING ...

Page 367: ...ne feature if equipped Refer to Voice Command for further details If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle a Not Equipped With Uconnect Phone message will display on the radio screen Phone Button Uconnect Phone If Equipped Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature if equipped Refer to Uconnect Phone for further details If your vehicle is n...

Page 368: ...TUNE SCROLL control to select SET CLOCK and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio press the SETUP button and then follow the above procedure starting at Step 2 INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station one with call letters displayed The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast from an FM station FM mode only RW FF Pres...

Page 369: ...ALANCE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speakers Push the rotary TUNE SCROLL control knob again to exit setting tone b...

Page 370: ...gn Language Language Information Inform Jazz Jazz News News Nostalgia Nostalga Program Type 16 Digit Character Display Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R B Religious Music Rel Musc Religious Talk Rel Talk Rock Rock Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R B Sports Sports Talk Talk Top 40 Top 40 Weather Weather 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANE...

Page 371: ...nutes using the right side TUNE SCROLL con trol knob Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save time change AM FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory press the SET RND button The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window Select the button 1 6 you wish ...

Page 372: ...E for CD and MP3 Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON RUN or ACC position to operate the radio This radio is capable of playing compact discs CD recordable compact discs CD R rewritable compact discs CD RW compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks Inserting Compact Disc s Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up ...

Page 373: ... a single CD player Do not attempt to insert a second CD if one is already loaded Continued CAUTION Continued Dual media disc types one side is a DVD the other side is a CD should not be used and they can cause damage to the player EJECT Button Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 10 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is ...

Page 374: ...ime display RW FF Press and hold FF Fast Forward and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or another CD button is pressed The RW Reverse button works in a similar manner AM FM Button Press the button to select either AM or FM mode SET RND Button Random Play Button Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on t...

Page 375: ...he file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of folder levels 8 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders The radio display of file names and folder names is limited For large numbers of files and or folders the radio may be unable to display the file name and folder name and will assign a number inste...

Page 376: ...t play the file When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specification Sampling Fre quency kHz Bit Rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 ...

Page 377: ...e writing to the disc LIST Button CD Mode for MP3 Play Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc Scrolling up or down the list is done by turning the TUNE SCROLL control knob Selecting a folder by pressing the TUNE SCROLL control knob will begin playing the files contained in that folder or the next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain playable files ...

Page 378: ...atellite Radio If Equipped Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast ing technology to provide clear digital sound coast to coast The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio This service offers over 130 channels of music sports news entertainment and programming for chil dren directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios NOTE Sirius service is not availabl...

Page 379: ...ll display The Sirius ID number display will time out in two minutes Press any button on the radio to exit this screen Selecting Uconnect Satellite Mode Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception do not place items on the roof around the rooftop antenna location Metal objects pla...

Page 380: ...Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next channel in Satellite mode Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down The radio will remain tuned to the new channel until you make another selection Holding either button will bypass channels without stopping until you release it SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next channel pau...

Page 381: ... within five seconds will allow the program format type to be se lected Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music type By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active the radio will be tuned to the next channel with the same selected Music Type name If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Program Type mode the Music Type mode will be exited and the r...

Page 382: ...repeating the above procedure with this exception Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 This allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory The channels stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will di...

Page 383: ...r to the separate RBZ RHB RHR RHP RHW or RB2 User s Manual iPod USB MP3 control is available only if equipped as an option with these radios This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port located in the glove compart ment iPod control supports Mini 4G Photo Nano 5G iPod and iPhone devices Some iPod software versions may not fully support the iPod control feature...

Page 384: ...ecting The iPod Or External USB Device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external USB device to the vehicle s USB connector port which is located in the glove compartment NOTE The glove compartment will have a position where the iPod or consumer electronic audio device cable can be routed through without damaging the cable when closing the lid This allows routing of the cable without ...

Page 385: ...e iPod USB MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod USB MP3 control system may charge it to the required level Using This Feature By using an iPod cable or an external USB device to connect to the USB port The audio device can be played on the vehicle s sound system providing metadata artist track title album etc information on the radio ...

Page 386: ...or external USB device and display data Use the TUNE control knob to select the next or previous track Turning it clockwise forward by one click while playing a track skips to the next track or press the VR button and say Next Track Turning it counterclockwise backward by one click will jump to the previous track in the list or press the VR button and say Previous Track Jump backward in the curren...

Page 387: ...ying track or press the VR button and say Repeat ON or Repeat Off Press the SCAN button to use iPod USB MP3 de vice scan mode which will play the first 10 seconds of each track in the current list and then forward to the next song To stop SCAN mode and start playing the desired track when it is playing the track press the SCAN button again During Scan mode pressing the SEEK and SEEK buttons will s...

Page 388: ...k Turning the TUNE control knob fast will scroll through the list faster During fast scroll a slight delay in updating the information on the radio display may be noticeable During all List modes the iPod displays all lists in wrap around mode So if the track is at the bottom of the list just turn the wheel backward counter clockwise to get to the track faster In List mode the radio PRESET buttons...

Page 389: ...em MUSIC TYPE button The MUSIC TYPE button is another shortcut button to the genre listing on your audio device CAUTION Leaving the iPod or external USB device or any supported device anywhere in the vehicle in ex treme heat or cold can alter the operation or dam age the device Follow the device manufacturer s guidelines Placing items on the iPod or external USB device or connections to the iPod o...

Page 390: ...n be paired to the Uconnect phone system but just one can be selected and played Selecting A Different Audio Device 1 Press the PHONE button to begin 2 After the Ready prompt and following the beep say Setup then say Select Audio Devices 3 Say the name of the audio device or ask the Uconnect phone system to list the audio devices Next Track Use the SEEK UP button or press the VR button on the radi...

Page 391: ...verhead console Unfold the overhead LCD screen s by pushing the button on the overhead console behind the screen s Cycle the ignition to the ON or ACC position Your vehicle may be equipped with either a standard DVD player or a Blu ray Disc Player If equipped with a Blu ray Disc Player the icon will be present on the Player Video Entertainment System VES 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 I...

Page 392: ...or Blu ray Disc Player or by the rear seat occupants using the remote control Blu ray Player Play A Blu ray Disc To view a Blu ray insert the disc into the Blu ray VES disc Player Playback will begin automatically after the Blu ray is recognized by the disc drive If playback does not begin automatically after the disc is inserted into the Blu ray player press the play button If playback does not b...

Page 393: ...nu and options NOTE Due to the size of the content on a Blu ray disc the disc may not start playing immediately Play Video Games Connect the video game console to the Auxiliary RCA input jacks or HDMI port located on the left side behind the second row seat 1 HDMI port 2 Audio Video In 3 Power Outlet 4 USB Inputs 5 Power Inverter 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o ...

Page 394: ...our vehicle s Owner s Manual for more information Ensure the Remote Control and Headphone switch is on Channel 1 Using The Remote Control 1 Press the MODE button on the Remote Control 2 While looking at the video screen highlight VES AUX 1 by either pressing Up Down Left Right buttons or by repeatedly pressing the MODE button then press ENTER on the Remote Control Select VES AUX1 Mode On The VES S...

Page 395: ...the HIDE LIST soft key to display the Rear VES Controls screen 3 Touch the 1 soft key and then touch either AUX 1 or AUX 2 in the VES column depending which AUX input is used To exit press the back arrow soft key at the top of the screen Rear VES Soft key Select Channel Screen 1 And AUX 1 In The VES Column 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 396: ...l display unless a video is playing then only a small banner will appear on the bottom of the screen 2 While looking at the video screen either press Up Down Left Right on the Remote Control to highlight the desired audio source or repeatedly press the SOURCE button on the remote until the desired audio source appears on the screen Select FM Mode On The VES Screen 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT...

Page 397: ...soft key to display the Rear VES Controls screen 3 To listen to an audio source on Channel 2 while a video is playing on Channel 1 touch the 2 soft key and choose an audio source To exit touch the back arrow soft key at the top left of the left screen Rear VES Soft Key Select Channel Screen 2 And HDD In The Media Column 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db...

Page 398: ...de after the disc is recognized and displays the menu screen or starts playing the first track 3 To watch a DVD on Screen 1 for second row passen gers ensure the Remote Control and Headphone switch is on Channel 1 4 To watch a DVD on Screen 2 for third row passengers ensure the Remote Control and Headphone switch is on Channel 2 Using The Remote Control 1 Press the SOURCE button on the Remote Cont...

Page 399: ...ing when turned off Using The Touch Screen Radio Controls 1 Press the MENU hard key on the radio faceplate 2 Touch the Rear VES soft key to display the Rear VES Controls If a channel list is displayed press the HIDE LIST soft key to display the Rear VES Controls screen Select DISC Mode On The VES Screen Rear VES Soft key 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e d...

Page 400: ...ile a DVD is playing brings up basic remote control func tions for DVD play such as scene selection Play Pause FF RW and Stop Pressing the X in the upper corner will turn off the remote control screen functions Play A DVD Using The VES Player If Equipped 1 Insert the DVD with the label facing up The VES player automatically selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized and starts playi...

Page 401: ...he SOURCE button then press ENTER OK on the Remote Control NOTE Channel Screen 1 select mode information is shown on the left side of the screen Channel Screen 2 select mode information is shown on the right side of the screen The VES will retain the last setting when turned off Select VES DISC Mode On The VES Screen 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 402: ...is displayed touch the HIDE LIST soft key to display the Rear VES Controls screen 3 Touch the 1 or 2 soft key and then the DISC soft key in the VES column To exit touch the back arrow soft key at the top left of the screen Rear VES Soft key Select Channel Screen 1 And DISC In The VES Column 400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 403: ...y Disc Using The Blu ray Player If Equipped 1 Insert the Blu ray disc with the label facing up The Blu ray player automatically selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized and starts playing the Blu ray disc NOTE The Blu ray player has basic control functions such as Menu Play Pause FF RW and Stop 2 To watch a Blu ray disc on Screen 1 for second row passengers ensure the Remote Contr...

Page 404: ... setting when turned off Using The Touch Screen Radio Controls 1 Press the MENU hard key on the radio faceplate 2 Touch the Rear VES soft key to display the Rear VES Controls If a channel list is displayed touch the HIDE LIST soft key to display the Rear VES Controls screen 3 Touch the 1 or 2 soft key and then the VES Disc soft key in the VES column To exit touch the back arrow soft key at the top...

Page 405: ...hannel 2 could be used for audio If watching a video on Screen 2 third row then Channel 1 could be used for audio Using The Remote Control 1 Press the SOURCE button on the Remote Control and the Mode Select Screen will display unless a video is playing then only a small banner will appear on the bottom of the screen 2 While looking at the video screen either press Up Down Left Right on the Remote ...

Page 406: ... soft key to display the Rear VES Controls screen 3 To listen to an audio source on Channel 2 while a video is playing on Channel 1 touch the 2 soft key and choose an audio source To exit touch the back arrow soft key at the top left of the left screen Rear VES Soft Key Select Channel Screen 2 And HDD In The Media Column 404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db ...

Page 407: ...he video source will display on the second row screen or Screen 1 and can be heard on Channel 1 Selecting a video source on Channel 2 the video source will display on the third row screen or Screen 2 and can be heard on Channel 2 The 2nd row screen and 3rd row screen of the Video Entertainment System can play two separate discs by utilizing the touch screen radio DVD player and Blu ray Disc Player...

Page 408: ...he Power button to turn the headphone transmitter on 2 Channel Selector Indicators When a button is pressed the currently affected channel or channel button is illuminated momentarily 3 Light Turns the remote control backlighting on or off The remote backlighting turns off automatically after five seconds Remote Control 406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 409: ...of the current or previous audio track or video chapter In menu modes use to navigate in the menu 7 POP UP MENU Press to return to the main menu of a DVD disc to select a satellite audio channel from the Station list or select playback modes SCAN RANDOM for a CD 8 䉴 㥋 Play Pause Begin resume or pause disc play 9 Stop Stops disc play 10 PROG Up Down Rewind skip back and fast fwd skip forward When l...

Page 410: ... VES mode is selected and the disc is stopped press the SETUP button to access the DVD Setup menu see the DVD Setup Menu of this manual 16 BACK When navigating in menu mode press to return to the previous screen When navigating a DVDs disc menu the operation depends on the disc s contents 17 䉳䉳 In radio modes press to seek to the previous tunable station In disc modes press and hold to fast rewind...

Page 411: ... or channel button is illuminated momentarily 3 SOURCE Press to enter Source Selection screen 4 Channel Screen Selector Switch Indicates which channel is being controlled by the remote control When the selector switch is in the Rear 1 position the remote controls the functionality of headphone Channel 1 second row When the selector switch is in the Rear 2 position the remote controls the func tion...

Page 412: ...isc features 10 POPUP MENU Press to access the Blu ray main menu when in Blu ray or DVD mode Press to start Scan or start Random track functions in CD or HDD modes 11 KEYPAD Press to navigate chapters or titles 12 Stop Stops disc play 13 䉳䉳 Press and release to jump to the previous audio track or video chapter Press and hold to fast rewind through the current audio track or video chapter 14 Mutes ...

Page 413: ...e towards you Do not try to pull the remote straight down as it will be very difficult to remove To return the remote back into its storage area insert one long edge of the remote into the two retaining clips first and then rotate the remote back up into the other two retaining clips until it snaps back into position The Remote Control Storage 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 I n f o r ma...

Page 414: ...ideo Lock is active Pressing the Video Lock again or turning the ignition OFF turns Video Lock OFF and allows remote control operation of the VES Replacing The Remote Control Batteries The remote control requires two AAA batteries for op eration To replace the batteries Locate the battery compartment on the back of the remote then slide the battery cover downward Replace the batteries making sure ...

Page 415: ...o so for themselves If no audio is heard after increasing the volume control verify that the screen is turned on and in the down position and that the channel is not muted and the headphone channel selector switch is on the desired channel If audio is still not heard check that fully charged batteries are installed in the headphones 1 Volume Control 2 Power Button 3 Channel Selection Switch 4 Powe...

Page 416: ...t be able to do so for themselves If no audio is heard after increasing the volume control verify that the screen is turned on and in the down position and that the channel is not muted and the headphone channel selector switch is on the desired channel If audio is still not heard check that fully charged batteries are installed in the headphones 1 Power Button 2 Volume Control 3 Channel Selection...

Page 417: ... switches are on Channel 2 the Remote is controlling Channel 2 and the headphones are tuned to the audio of the VES Channel 2 2 Press the SOURCE button on the remote control 3 If the video screen is displaying a video source such as a DVD Video pressing DISPLAY shows the status on a popup banner at the bottom of the screen Pressing the SOURCE button will advance to the next mode When the mode is i...

Page 418: ... Long Does the Coverage Last This warranty lasts as long as you own the Product What Does This Warranty Cover Except as specified below this warranty covers any Product that in normal use is defective in workmanship or materials What Does This Warranty Not Cover This warranty does not cover any damage or defect that results from misuse abuse or modification of the Product other than by Unwired Foa...

Page 419: ... WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE If you have any questions or comments regarding your Unwired wireless headphones please phone 1 888 293 3332 or email customersupport unwiredtechnology com You may register your Unwired wireless headphones online at www unwiredtechnology com or by phone at 1 888 293 3332 System Information...

Page 420: ...s as long as it is not in shared mode When in shared disc mode both the radio and the VES have control of the video functions The VES has the ability to control the following video modes 1 CD Ability to Fast Forward Rewind Scan and Track Up Down 2 CD Changer in radio Ability to Disk Up Down and program all listed CD controls Fast Forward Rewind Scan and Track Up Down The VES can even control radio...

Page 421: ...e 5 Channel 2 Shared Status 6 Channel 2 Audio Only Mute 7 Channel 1 ENTER OK Button Action 8 Channel 2 ENTER OK Button Action 9 Clock 10 Video Lock 11 Not Available Error 12 Disc Changer Status Information Mode Video Screen Display 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 419 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 422: ...navigation buttons 䉱 䉲 䉴 䉳 to navigate to the desired digit 2 When the digit is highlighted press the remote con trol s ENTER OK button to select the digit Repeat these steps until all digits are entered 3 To delete the last digit navigate to the Del button and press the remote control s ENTER OK button 4 After all of the digits are entered navigate to the Go button and press the remote control s ...

Page 423: ...R OK button to tune to that station To jump through the list more quickly navigate to the Page Up and Page Down icons on the screen Disc Menu When listening to a CD Audio or CD Data disc pressing the remote control s POP UP MENU button displays a list of all commands which control playback of the disc Using the options you can activate or cancel Scan play and Random play Disc Menu For CDs 4 UNDERS...

Page 424: ...isc Features control the remote DVD player s if equipped settings of DVD being watched in the remote player Listening To Audio With The Screen Closed To listen to only audio portion of the channel with the screen closed Set the audio to the desired source and channel Close the video screen To change the current audio mode press the remote control s SOURCE button This will automatically se lect the...

Page 425: ...MP3 WMA AAC DivX versions 3 6 profile 3 0 DVD BD Region Codes The VES DVD player and many DVD discs are coded by geographic region These region codes must match in order for the disc to play If the region code for the DVD disc does not match the region code for the player the disc will stop playing and a warning will be displayed DVD Audio Support When a DVD Audio disc is inserted in the VES DVD p...

Page 426: ...isc even if it is recorded in a compatible format and is playable on other players To help avoid playback problems use the following guidelines when recording discs Open sessions are ignored Only sessions that are closed are playable For multi session CDs that contain only multiple CD Audio sessions the player will renumber the tracks so each track number is unique For CD Data or CD ROM discs alwa...

Page 427: ...th the extension wma or WMA To prevent incorrect playback do not use these extensions for any other types of files For MP3 files only version 1 ID3 tag data such as artist name track title album etc are supported Any file that is copy protected such as those down loaded from many online music stores will not play The DVD player will automatically skip the file and begin playing the next available ...

Page 428: ...r 2 0 seconds the DVD player will attempt to continue playing the disc by skipping forward 1 0 to 3 0 seconds at a time If the end of the disc is reached the DVD player will return to the beginning of the disc and attempt to play the start of the first track The DVD player may shut down during extremely hot conditions such as when the vehicle s interior tempera ture is above 120 F When this occurs...

Page 429: ... these additional instructions Using the remote control Up and Down cursor but tons highlight the Language item you want to edit and then press the remote control ENTER OK button Using the remote control Down cursor button select the Other setting then press the remote control s Right cursor button to begin editing the setting Using the remote control Up and Down cursor buttons select a digit for ...

Page 430: ...hat your family watches Most DVD Video discs have a rating from 1 to 8 assigned to them where lower numbers are designated for all audi ences and higher numbers are designated for more adult audiences When a DVD Video disc is loaded its rating is compared to the setting in the DVD player If the rating of the disc is higher than the setting in the player a Password screen is displayed In order to w...

Page 431: ...n cursor buttons to set the value for the current digit and then press the remote control s Right cursor button to select the next digit Repeat this digit selection sequence for all four digits After the four digit password is entered press the remote control s ENTER OK button If the password is correct the set password screen is displayed Using the remote control s Up and Down cursor buttons to s...

Page 432: ...rol s Up and Down cursor buttons to set the value for the current digit and then press the remote control s Right cursor button to select the next digit Repeat this digit selection sequence for all four digits After the four digit password is entered press the remote control s ENTER OK button If the password is correct the Rating Level menu is displayed Using the remote control s Up and Down curso...

Page 433: ...loading and using the Source Code and complying with the user agreements that accompany each Source Code Please note that we cannot respond to any inquiries regarding the source code THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PER SONAL AND NON COMMERCIAL USE OF A CON SUMER TO i ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD AVC VIDEO AND OR ii DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT W...

Page 434: ...to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commercially produced film and videos and their soundtracks When a prohib ited use of an unauthorized copy is detected a message will be displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted More information about Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia Online Consumer Information Center at http www cinavia com To request additional information...

Page 435: ... other U S and worldwide patents issued pending DTS is a registered trademark and the DTS logos Symbol and DTS 2 0 Channel are trademarks of DTS Inc 1996 2007 DTS Inc All Rights Reserved Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories ABOUT DIVX VIDEO DivX is a digital video format created by DivX LLC a subsidiary of Rovi Corpor...

Page 436: ... its affiliates CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o clock positions Remote Sound System Controls Back View Of Steering Wheel 434 UNDERSTAN...

Page 437: ... the switch will SEEK up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will SEEK down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand switch will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset pushbutton CD Player Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of th...

Page 438: ...ular disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or have protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be lessened or elimina...

Page 439: ... Ventilation and Air Conditioning operations coming from the outlets on their side of the vehicle The primary control for the rear blower is on the front climate control unit located on the instrument panel When the front control is in any position other than rear the front control operates all the rear functions The rear airflow modes will mirror the front unit opera tion Rear Panel mode is autom...

Page 440: ... To allow the rear overhead control turn blower knob fully to the left past The O off position into the REAR control position 3 Front Blower Control Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the O Off position There are seven blower speeds NOTE For vehicles equipped with Remot...

Page 441: ...ng comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield 7 Front Defrost Mode Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets Use Defrost mode with maximum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting NOTE The air conditioning compressor may operate in Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the A C button is not pressed This dehumidifi...

Page 442: ...heating elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Keep all objects a safe distance from the window 9 Recirculation Control Button Press this button to choose between outside air intake or recirculation of the air inside the vehicle A lamp will il...

Page 443: ...mum defogging select the outside air position In order to prevent fogging when the Recirculation button is pressed and the mode control is set to Panel the A C will engage automatically The A C can be deselected manually without disturb ing the mode control selection 10 Air Conditioning A C Button Press and release to change the current setting The indicator illuminates when ON NOTE If your air co...

Page 444: ...de Button Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel These outlets can be adjusted for direction and turned on or off to control airflow NOTE For maximum airflow to the rear the center instrument panel outlets can be directed toward the rear seat passengers Economy Mode If ECONOMY mode is desired press the A C button to turn off the indicator light and the A C compressor Rotate th...

Page 445: ...g position The unit provides warm or cool air through the floor and upper outlets The rear blower and temperature controls for the rear seat passengers are located in the headliner near the center of the vehicle Rear Manual Climate Controls 1 Rear Blower 3 Rear Mode 2 Rear Temperature 4 Rear Climate Control Lock 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 443 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 446: ...the sliding door Do not block or place objects directly in front of the inlet grille or heater outlets The electrical system could overload causing damage to the blower motor Rear Temperature Control To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle rotate the temperature knob counterclockwise to lower the temperature and clockwise to increase the tempera ture The rear temperature settings are ...

Page 447: ...he Bi Level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets Recirculation Control When outside air contains smoke odors or high humidity or if rapid cooling is desired you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the Recirculation control button Re circulation mode should only be used tem...

Page 448: ...stem can be controlled manually if desired SYNC feature links the controls for all three zones allowing one comfort setting driver setting for the cabin if desired The Three Zone ATC system automatically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and all passen gers The system automatically adjusts the air temperature the airflow volume amount of outside air recirculation and the a...

Page 449: ...y This display shows the current Blower speed selection 5 Front Auto Indicator This indicates when the system is in Front Auto mode 6 Auto Indicator This indicates when the system is in Auto mode 7 Right Front Seat Occupant Temperature Display This display shows the temperature setting for the right front seat occupant 8 Front Defrost Button Press and release to change the current setting the indi...

Page 450: ... controls 12 Auto Temperature Control Button Controls airflow temperature distribution volume and the amount of air recirculation automatically Press and release to select Refer to Automatic Operation for more information Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch between manual mode and automatic modes 13 Climate Control OFF Button Press and release to turn the Climate Control OFF If t...

Page 451: ... driver with independent temperature con trol Push the top button for warmer temperatures or the lower button for cooler temperature settings Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The Front ATC Panel The Three Zone ATC system allows for adjustment of the rear climate controls from the front ATC panel To change the rear system settings Press REAR button to change control to rear control mode R...

Page 452: ...anel and the words Front Auto will illuminate in the front ATC display along with two temperatures for the driver and front passenger The system will then automatically regulate the amount of airflow 2 Next adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the driver front passenger and rear seat rotary temperature knobs Once the de sired temperature is displayed the system...

Page 453: ...provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic mode during cold start ups the blower fan will remain on low until the engine warms up The fan will engage immediately if the Defrost mode is selected or by chang ing the front blower knob setting Rear Mode Control Headliner Mode Air comes from the outlets in the headliner Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air...

Page 454: ...ses when you move the control counter clockwise The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by adjusting the blower control outer dial The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected This allows the front occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the Auto mode The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by select...

Page 455: ...Mode Air comes from the floor defrost and side window demist outlets This mode works best in cold or snowy conditions It allows you to stay comfortable while keeping the windshield clear Defrost Mode Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets Use DEFROST mode with maxi mum blower and temperature settings for best wind shield and side window defrosting NOTE While operating in the ...

Page 456: ...ncrease blower speed Recirculation Control When outside air contains smoke odors or high humidity or if rapid cooling is desired you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the Recirculation control button Re circulation mode should only be used temporarily A LED will illuminate on the Recirculation control button when Recirculation mode is selected Push the button a second time to turn o...

Page 457: ...n the instrument panel Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock button on the front ATC panel illuminates a lock symbol in the rear display The rear temperature and air source are controlled from the front ATC panel Rear second row occupants can only adjust the rear ATC control when the Rear Temperature Lock button is turned off The rear ATC system is located in the headliner near the center of the vehi...

Page 458: ... comfort level it is not necessary to change the settings You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically NOTE It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles The system automatically adjusts the temperature mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible The temperature can be displayed in English or Me...

Page 459: ...et grille or heater outlets The electrical system could overload causing damage to the blower motor Rear Temperature Control To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle rotate the temperature knob counterclockwise to lower the temperature and clockwise to increase the tempera ture The rear temperature settings are displayed in the front ATC panel When rear controls are locked by the front...

Page 460: ...ed with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating A solution of 50 ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant and 50 water is recommended Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for proper coolant selection Winter Operation To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor mance make sure the engine cooling ...

Page 461: ...eed Do not use the Recirculation mode without A C for long periods as fogging may occur Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in front of the windshield is free of obstructions such as leaves Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they enter the plenum they could plug the water drains In Winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice slush and s...

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Page 463: ...469 If Engine Fails To Start 470 After Starting 471 䡵 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED 472 䡵 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 472 Key Ignition Park Interlock 474 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 474 Fuel Economy ECON Mode 474 Six Speed Automatic Transmission 476 Gear Ranges 477 䡵 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES 485 Acceleration 485 Traction 485 5 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 464: ...ic Stability Control ESC 497 Trailer Sway Control TSC 500 Hill Start Assist HSA 501 䡵 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION 504 Tire Markings 504 Tire Identification Number TIN 508 Tire Terminology And Definitions 510 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 511 䡵 TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION 515 Tire Pressure 515 Tire Inflation Pressures 517 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 518 Radial Ply Tires 519 All Season Tires ...

Page 465: ...24 䡵 TIRE CHAINS TRACTION DEVICES 526 䡵 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS 528 䡵 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM TPMS 529 Base System 531 Premium System If Equipped 534 䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 538 3 6L Engine 538 Reformulated Gasoline 538 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 539 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 539 MMT In Gasoline 540 Materials Added To Fuel 540 Fuel System Cautions 541 Carbon Monoxide Warnings 542 ...

Page 466: ...ement Parts 546 Maintenance 546 䡵 ADDING FUEL 546 Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap 546 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message 548 䡵 VEHICLE LOADING 549 Vehicle Certification Label 549 䡵 TRAILER TOWING 552 Common Towing Definitions 552 Towing Tips 564 䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC 566 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 566 Recreational Towing All Models 566 464 STARTING AND OPERATING I n f o r m...

Page 467: ...sons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other control...

Page 468: ...ed Key Tip Start NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal Do not press the accelerator Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages The starter motor will continue to run and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running...

Page 469: ...ART STOP button into the ignition switch with the lettering facing up and read able 3 Press firmly on the center of the button to secure it into position Removing The Button 1 The ENGINE START STOP button can be removed from the ignition switch for key fob use 2 Insert the metal part of the emergency key under the chrome bezel at the 6 o clock position and gently pry the button loose NOTE The ENGI...

Page 470: ...ART STOP Button 1 Place the shift lever in PARK then press and release the ENGINE START STOP button 2 The ignition switch will return to the OFF position 3 If the shift lever is not in PARK the ENGINE START STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle speed must be above 5 mph 8 km h before the engine will shut off The ignition switch position will remain in the ACC position until the shif...

Page 471: ...cessories follow these steps Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position Press the ENGINE START STOP button once to change the ignition switch to the ACC position EVIC displays IGNITION MODE ACCESSORY Press the ENGINE START STOP button a second time to change the ignition switch to the RUN position EVIC displays IGNITION MODE RUN Press the ENGINE START STOP button a third time to return ...

Page 472: ...e Continued WARNING Continued If the vehicle has a discharged battery booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly Refer to Jump Starting in What To Do In Emergen cies for further information Clearing A Flooded Engine Using ENGINE START STOP Button If the engine fails to start after you ...

Page 473: ...clear any excess fuel 1 Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it 2 Turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages The starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 sec onds Once this occurs release the accelerator pedal turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedu...

Page 474: ...to disconnect the engine block heater cord before driving Damage to the 110 115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the eng...

Page 475: ...ssion into PARK turn the engine OFF and remove the key fob When Continued WARNING Continued the ignition is in the OFF position the shift lever is locked in PARK securing the vehicle against un wanted movement When leaving the vehicle always remove the key fob and lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle un...

Page 476: ... can be started and stopped but the key fob cannot be removed until you obtain service Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System BTSI that holds the shift lever in PARK unless the brakes are applied To move the shift lever out of PARK the ignition switch must be turned to the ON RUN position engine running or not and the bra...

Page 477: ...o allow the engine to operate at lower speeds The torque converter clutch will engage at lower engine speeds and remain on longer The engine idle speed will be lower The overall driving performance will be more con servative Some ECON mode functions may be temporarily inhibited based on temperature and other factors Fuel Economy Mode Switch 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v ...

Page 478: ...ctronically controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule The transmission electronics are self calibrating therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles kilometers Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped Be ...

Page 479: ... This is especially important when the engine is cold PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission The engine can be started in this range Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range When parking on a level surface you may shift the transmission into PARK first and then apply the parking brake ...

Page 480: ... accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and Continued WARNING Continued hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Be...

Page 481: ...cation accessible to children and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN position A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle CAUTION Before moving the shift lever out of PARK you must cycle the ignition switch from the OFF posi tion to the ON RUN position and also press the brake pedal Otherwise damage to the shift lever could resul...

Page 482: ...r moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running The engine may be started in this range Apply the parking brake and shift the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle WARNING Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coas...

Page 483: ...errain traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers use the Electronic Range Select ERS shift control described below to select a lower gear range Under these conditions using a lower gear range will improve performance and extend transmission life by reduc ing excessive shifting and heat buildup During cold temperatures transmission operation may be modified depending on engine...

Page 484: ... momentary problem the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the following steps 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Shift the transmission into PARK 3 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK OFF position 4 Wait approximately 10 seconds 5 Restart the engine 6 Shift into the desired gear range If the problem is no longer detected the transmission will return to normal operation NOTE Eve...

Page 485: ...ble gears Tapping the shift lever to the left will activate ERS mode display the current gear in the instrument cluster and maintain that gear as the top available gear Once in ERS mode tapping the shift lever to the left or right will change the top available gear To exit ERS mode simply press and hold the shift lever to the right until D is once again displayed in the shift lever position indica...

Page 486: ...ned to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle A clutch within the torque converter engages automati cally at calibrated speeds This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in the upper gears When the vehicle speed drops or during some accelerations the clutch automatically disengages NOTE The torque converter clut...

Page 487: ...r traction ice snow wet mud loose sand etc Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface This is hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precautions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are slushy...

Page 488: ... are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so CAUTION Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the...

Page 489: ...al damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehicle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s braking capabilities which increases stopping distances Therefore after driving through stand ing water drive slo...

Page 490: ...not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system Upon initial start up in cold weather the power steer ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time This is due to the cold thick fluid in the steering system This noise should be considered normal and it does not in any way damage the steering system WARNING Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a...

Page 491: ... power steering components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading Do not overfill Use only manufacturer s recommended power steering fluid If necessary add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level With a clean ...

Page 492: ...trument panel To apply the park brake firmly push the park brake pedal fully To release the parking brake press the park brake pedal a second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake disengage When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position the Brake Warning Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate Parking Brake 490 STARTING AND OPERATING I n f o r ma t ...

Page 493: ...ocking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous fo...

Page 494: ... dealer immediately ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ABS The Anti Lock Brake System ABS provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions ABS inducing ...

Page 495: ...d may lead to a collision Pumping makes the stopping distance longer Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop Continued WARNING Continued The Anti Lock Brake System cannot prevent colli sions including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydroplaning The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploite...

Page 496: ...ake Warning Light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position have the bulb repaired as soon as possible If both the Brake Warning Light and the Anti Lock Brake Warning Light remain on the ABS and Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD systems are not function ing Immediate repair to the ABS system is required Consult with your authorized dealer service center as soon a...

Page 497: ...vation Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will start to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to spin This indicates that the TCS is active If the indicator light flashes during acceleration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and do not switch off th...

Page 498: ...ing pressure during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated WARNING The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys ics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions The BAS cannot prevent collisions including those resulting from excessi...

Page 499: ... vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position Understeer when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position WARNING The Electronic Stability Control ESC cannot pre vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ESC cannot prevent all accidents including th...

Page 500: ...or Light will be illuminated When in the Partial Off mode ESC will operate without engine torque manage ment This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow sand or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is required to gain traction To turn ESC on again momentarily press the ESC Off switch This will restore the normal ESC On mode of operation WARNING Wh...

Page 501: ...e running If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your autho rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected Th...

Page 502: ...te actions to attempt to stop the sway The system may reduce engine power and apply the brake of the appro priate wheel s to counteract the sway of the trailer TSC will become active automatically once an excessively swaying trailer is recognized No driver action is re quired Note that TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the trailer tongue ...

Page 503: ... and the vehicle will roll down the hill The system will release brake pressure in proportion to the amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended direction of travel HSA Activation Criteria The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to activate Vehicle must be stopped Vehicle must be on a 6 approximate grade or greater hill Gear selection matches vehicle uphill...

Page 504: ...ble Features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC perform the following steps NOTE You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 90 seconds 1 Center the steering wheel front wheels pointing straight forward 2 Shift the transmission int...

Page 505: ...urn this feature to it s previous setting Towing With HSA HSA will provide assistance when starting on a grade when pulling a trailer WARNING If you use a trailer brake controller with your trailer your trailer brakes may be activated and deactivated with the brake switch If so when the brake pedal is released there may not be enough brake pressure to hold the vehicle and trailer on a hill and thi...

Page 506: ...ing the vehicle HSA Off If you wish to turn off the HSA system it can be done using the Customer Programmable Features in the Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Under standing Your Instrument Panel for further information TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 1 U S DOT Safety Standards Code TIN 4 Maximum Load 2 Size Designation 5 Max...

Page 507: ...sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo rary emergency use only Temporary high pressure compact spare tires have the letter T or S molded into the sidewall prece...

Page 508: ...pean design standards LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards T or S Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diameter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in 506 STARTING AND OPERATING I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 509: ...n carry H Speed Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 507 I n f o r ma t i o nP...

Page 510: ...imum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including the date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall t...

Page 511: ...s ABCD Code used by the tire manufacturer one to four digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured two digits 01 means the year 2001 Prior to July 2000 tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured Examp...

Page 512: ...ounds per square inch or kPa kilopascals Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard Tire Placard A paper label permanently...

Page 513: ...dge of the driver s side door Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 total weight your vehicle can carry B Pillar Location for Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire and Loading Information Placard 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 514: ...cle loading and trailer towing refer to Vehicle Loading in this section To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight if applicable should never exceed the weight refe...

Page 515: ...6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle 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 occ...

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Page 517: ...e pressure Safety WARNING Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect ve hicle handling and can fail sudd...

Page 518: ...ion also increases tire rolling resistance resulting in higher fuel consump tion Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Both under inflation and over inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering Unequal t...

Page 519: ...TION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the valve stem Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or ...

Page 520: ...essure will be too low Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and within posted speed limits Where speed limits or condi tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera tion Ref...

Page 521: ...sult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and additional information Damaged Run Flat tires or Run Flat tires that have experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme diately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and service description Load Index and Speed Code All Season Tires If Equipped All Season tires provide traction for all seasons spring summer fall and winter Tractio...

Page 522: ...he safety and handling of your vehicle Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph 120 km h For speeds above 75 mph 120 km h refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures While studded tires impro...

Page 523: ...s limited tread life the original equip ment tire should be repaired or replaced and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first opportunity Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any given time WARNING...

Page 524: ... may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle but it is not Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire replace or repair the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity WARNING Limited use spares are for emergency use only In stallation of this ...

Page 525: ... gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure some one Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h for more than 30 seconds continu ously when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in dete...

Page 526: ...enance schedule is highly recommended WARNING Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and have a collision resulting in serious injury or death Keep dismounted tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Protect tires from contact ...

Page 527: ... those of the original wheels It is recommended you contact your authorized tire or original equipment dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety handling and ride of your vehicle WARNING Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combinations of ...

Page 528: ...in false speedometer and odometer readings TIRE CHAINS TRACTION DEVICES Use of traction devices require sufficient tire to body clear ance Follow these recommendations to guard against damage Traction device must be of proper size for the tire as recommended by the traction device manufacturer Install on front tires only 225 65R16 and 235 60R16 tires with the use of a traction device that meets th...

Page 529: ...te device breakage Remove the damaged parts of the device before further use Continued CAUTION Continued Install device as tightly as possible and then re tighten after driving about mile 0 8 km Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps especially with a loaded vehicle Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave ment Observe the traction device manufact...

Page 530: ...on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed The suggested rotation method is the rearward cross shown in the following diagram Thi...

Page 531: ...o increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pressure The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning threshold for any reason including low temperature effects or natural air pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long ...

Page 532: ...situation the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off only after the tires have been inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold tire placard pressure value CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using re...

Page 533: ...e even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitor ing Telltale Light Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire Base System The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part ...

Page 534: ...riven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h to receive this information The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault is detected The system fault will also sound a chime If the ignition switch is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will tu...

Page 535: ...e Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid 4 For each subsequent ignition switch cycle a chime will sound the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid 5 Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire the TPMS will automatically update and the...

Page 536: ...oring Telltale Light will illumi nate in the instrument cluster and an audible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low In addition the EVIC will display a LOW TIRE PRESSURE message for a minimum of five seconds and a graphic display of the pressure value s with the low tire s flashing Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four active road t...

Page 537: ... Telltale Light will no longer flash the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message will not be present and a pressure value will be displayed instead of dashes A system fault can occur by any of the following scenarios 1 Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPMS sensors 2 Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wa...

Page 538: ...W TIRE PRESSURE message will be displayed a chime will sound and the EVIC will still display a flashing pressure value in the graphic display 3 After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid In addition the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of fi...

Page 539: ... vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that m...

Page 540: ...g service for the vehicle Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications the World wide Fuel Charter WWFC which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions performance and durability for your vehicle The manufacturer recom mends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC speci fications if they are available Reformulated Gasoline Ma...

Page 541: ...r than 10 Ethanol Problems that result from using gasoline containing Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10 Ethanol are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be covered under warranty E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles Non FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain ing 10 ethanol E10 Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle s warranty If a Non FFV ...

Page 542: ... without MMT Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and reduces emissions system performance in some vehicles The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without MMT be used in your vehicle The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump therefore you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT MMT is prohibited in Federal and California refor...

Page 543: ...f tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser vice Contact your authorized dealer for service assistance Continued CAUTION Continued The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor mance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is ...

Page 544: ...t period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh outside air into the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main tenance 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 FLEXIBLE FUEL IF EQUIPPED E 85 General Information The information...

Page 545: ...his manual for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline only powered vehicles CAUTION Only vehicles with the E 85 fuel filler door label can operate on E 85 E 85 Fuel Cap E 85 Badge 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 543 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 546: ...r best results a refueling pattern that avoids alternating between E 85 and unleaded gasoline is recommended When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that you do not add less than 5 gallons 19 Liters when refueling you drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at least 5 miles 8 km Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard starting and or significant deterioration in driv...

Page 547: ...eet testing to provide additional protection to Chrysler Group LLC engines Use MOPAR or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS 6395 Starting The characteristics of E 85 fuel make it unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0 F 18 C In the range of 0 F 18 C to 32 F 0 C you may experience an increase in the time it takes for your engine to start and a deterioration in driveabi...

Page 548: ...nents can damage your vehicle Maintenance CAUTION Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85 in your vehicle It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect driveability ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle Fuel Filler...

Page 549: ... on due to fuel vapors escaping from the system To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling WARNING Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled Never add fuel when the engine is running This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula tions and may cause the MIL to turn on A fire...

Page 550: ... a gASCAP message will display in the odometer or a CHECK GASCAP message will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center in Understand ing Your Instrument Panel for further information Tighten the fuel filler cap until a clicking sound is heard This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is properly tightened Refer to Onboard Di...

Page 551: ...he label contains the following information Name of manufacturer Month and year of manufacture Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR rear Vehicle Identification Number VIN Type of Vehicle Month Day and Hour of Manufacture MDH The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR is the total all...

Page 552: ...sents the actual tire size on your vehicle Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size Rim Size This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size listed Inflation Pressure This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for all loading conditions up to full GAWR Curb Weight The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with...

Page 553: ...ice life Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase the vehicle s GVWR Loading To load your vehicle properly first figure out its empty weight axle by axle and side by side Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible Stow all loose items securely before driving If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you have exceeded either ...

Page 554: ...passengers cargo and tongue weight The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR Refer to Vehicle Loading Vehicle Certification Label in Starting and Operating for further information Gross Trailer Weight GTW The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo consumables and equipment permanent or tem porary loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for...

Page 555: ...art of the load on your vehicle Frontal Area The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the maximum width of the front of a trailer Trailer Sway Control The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwan...

Page 556: ...e control thereby enhancing towing safety The addition of a friction hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability Trailer sway control and a weight distributing load equalizing hitch are recommended for heavier tongue weights TW and may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration loading to ...

Page 557: ...Without Weight Distributing Hitch Incorrect With Weight Distributing Hitch Correct 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 555 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 558: ...dustry Standards Class I Light Duty 2 000 lbs 907 kg Class II Medium Duty 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg Class III Heavy Duty 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg Class IV Extra Heavy Duty 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight GTW towable for your given drivetrain All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle Im...

Page 559: ...kg 40 sq ft 3 72 sq m Up to 2 persons Luggage 3 600 lbs 1 633 kg 360 lbs 163 kg 8 750 lbs 3 969 kg 40 sq ft 3 72 sq m 3 to 5 persons Luggage 3 350 lbs 1 519 kg 335 lbs 152 kg 8 750 lbs 3 969 kg 40 sq ft 3 72 sq m 6 to 7 persons Luggage 3 000 lbs 1 360 kg 300 lbs 136 kg For vehicles equipped with Fold in Floor seating the Gross Trailer Weight must be reduced by 100 lbs 45 kg Refer to local laws for...

Page 560: ... 60 to 65 of the weight in the front of the trailer This places 10 to 15 of the Gross Trailer Weight GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions Never exceed t...

Page 561: ...he Tire and Loading Information placard for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle Towing Requirements To promote proper break in of your new vehicle drive train components the following guidelines are recom mended CAUTION Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 805 km the new vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during ...

Page 562: ...inued When hauling cargo or towing a trailer do not overload your vehicle or trailer Overloading can cause a loss of control poor performance or dam age to brakes axle engine transmission steering suspension chassis structure or tires Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Always connect the chains to the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch Cross the chains under the tr...

Page 563: ...er to Tires General Information in Starting and Oper ating for proper tire inflation procedures Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres sures before trailer usage Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for the proper inspection procedure When replacing tires refer to Tires General Infor...

Page 564: ...ailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1 000 lbs 454 kg and required for trailers in excess of 2 000 lbs 907 kg CAUTION If the trailer weighs more than 1 000 lbs 454 kg loaded it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear higher brake pedal effort and longer stopping distances WARNING Do not connect trai...

Page 565: ...ls on the trailer are required for motoring safety The Trailer Tow Package may include a four and seven pin wiring harness Use a factory approved trailer har ness and connector NOTE Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector Refer to the following illustrations Four Pin...

Page 566: ...ect ERS shift control to select a lower gear range NOTE Using a lower gear range while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up This action will also provide better engine braking Seven Pin Connector 1 Battery 5 Ground 2 Backup Lamps 6 Left Stop Turn 3 Right Stop Turn 7 Running Lamps ...

Page 567: ...the speed control if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph 16 km h disengage until you can get back to cruising speed Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over heating take the following actions City Driving When stopped for short periods shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and inc...

Page 568: ...the ground This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer If using a tow dolly follow this procedure 1 Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer s instructions 2 Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly 3 Firmly apply the parking brake Place the transmis sion in PARK 4 Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly follow ing the dolly manufacture...

Page 569: ...ill result CAUTION Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require ments can cause severe transmission damage Dam age from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 567 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 570: ...I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 571: ...nch Drive Nut 574 Spare Tire Tools 576 Spare Tire Removal Instructions 578 Preparations For Jacking 580 Jacking Instructions 580 Securing The Spare Tire 587 Road Tire Installation 589 䡵 JUMP STARTING 592 Preparations For Jump Start 592 Jump Starting Procedure 593 䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE 595 䡵 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE 596 䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 598 6 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 572: ...OFF position NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action On the highways slow down In city traffic while stopped place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle speed NOTE There are steps that you can take to s...

Page 573: ... try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Being under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall...

Page 574: ...firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The jack jack handle and winch handle tools are stowed behind the rear left side trim panel in the rear cargo area Turn the two cover latches to release the cover Remove the pouch containing the scissors jack jack handle and tools Jack And Tool Location 572 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 575: ...hicle between the front doors by means of a cable winch mechanism The spare tire drive nut is located on the floor under a plastic cap at the front of the floor console or under front super console forward bin liner Spare Tire Location 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 573 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 576: ...efer to one of the following center console configurations Super Console For vehicles equipped with the Super Console the spare tire winch assembly drive nut is located beneath the console Super Console 1 Lower Drawer 2 Front Drawer 3 Front Drawer Liner 574 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 577: ...ccess of the tire winch drive nut 2 Open the front drawer to expose the storage compart ment 3 Remove the liner from the console s storage compart ment to access the spare tire winch drive nut Drive Nut Access 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 575 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 578: ...he tool pouch contains three pieces and can be as sembled into a spare tire hook to remove the compact spare tire cover assembly from under the vehicle or a Winch T handle to raise lower the compact spare tire cover assembly Winch Cover Assembly Plug If Equipped 576 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 579: ...ndle A Spare Tire Hook T handle B Extension 1 C Extension 2 Assembling The Spare Tire Hook A Spare Tire Hook T handle B Extension 1 C Extension 2 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 580: ...nough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the spare tire out from underneath the vehicle CAUTION The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch T handle only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch 3 To remove the compact spare tire cover assembly assemble the winch T handle extensions to form a spare tire hook and pull the spare tire out f...

Page 581: ...bly from under the vehicle 4 Stand the tire cover assembly upright and remove the wheel spacer by squeezing the winch retaining tabs together Push the retainer through the spare tire to release it from the wheel Pulling Spare Tire Removing Wheel Spacer 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 582: ...n OFF the ignition 6 Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jack ing position For example if chang ing the right front tire block the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked Jacking Instructions WARNING Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle Always ...

Page 583: ... under the vehicle when it is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change Continued WARNING Continued If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic To assure that spare tires flat or inflated are securely stowed ...

Page 584: ...s use and operation 1 Loosen but do not remove the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground 2 There are two jack engagement locations on each side of the vehicle body These locations are on the sill flange of the vehicle body CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated Jack Locations 582 WHAT TO DO...

Page 585: ...n the sill flange of the vehicle side body Front jack location is on the sill flange of the vehicle body and is located 6 in 150 mm from door edge Rear Jacking Locations Front Jack Locations 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 583 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 586: ... Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right using the swivel wrench Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability WARNING Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less s...

Page 587: ... the wheel cover on the compact spare 7 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left 8 Finish tightening the lug nuts Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice The correct wheel nut tightness is 102 ft lbs 138 N m If in doubt about the correct tightness have them checked wi...

Page 588: ...ave the full sized tire repaired or replaced as soon as pos sible 11 Stow the cable and wheel spacer before driving the vehicle Reassemble the winch handle extensions to form a T and fit the winch T handle over the drive nut Rotate the nut to the right until the winch mechanism clicks at least three times NOTE Refer to the Spare Tire Tools section for in structions on assembling the T handle 12 St...

Page 589: ...ith the cover assembly in the place provided CAUTION The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch T handle only Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch 2 Assemble the winch handle extensions to form the spare tire hook and pull the wheel spacer from under the vehicle 3 Turn the compact spare tire so that the valve stem is down and place the t...

Page 590: ...control 4 Using the winch T handle rotate the drive nut to the right until the compact spare tire cover assembly is drawn into place against the underside of the vehicle 5 Continue to rotate the nut to the right until you hear the winch mechanism click three times It cannot be overtightened Check under the vehicle to ensure the compact spare tire cover assembly is positioned cor rectly against the...

Page 591: ...install two lug nuts on the mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel Lightly tighten the lug nuts Tire And Wheel Cover Or Center Cap 1 Valve Stem 4 Wheel Cover 2 Valve Notch 5 Mounting Stud 3 Wheel Lug Nut 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 589 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 592: ...ay result in personal injury 5 Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 6 Finish tightening the lug nuts Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice The correct tight ness of each lug nut is 100 ft lbs 135 N m If in doubt about the correct tightness ha...

Page 593: ...ng the jack handle counterclockwise 4 Finish tightening the lug nuts Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice The correct tight ness of each lug nut is 100 ft lbs 135 N m If in doubt about the correct tightness have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or servi...

Page 594: ...r s operating instructions and precautions CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur WARNING Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury Preparations For Jump Start The batte...

Page 595: ...e battery 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri cal accessories 3 If using another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF WARNING Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could ...

Page 596: ...engine away from the battery and the fuel injection system WARNING Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury 5 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged b...

Page 597: ...rom starting FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud sand or snow it can often be moved using a rocking motion Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE while gently pressing the accelerator Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking motion without ...

Page 598: ...e tires Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph 48 km h while in gear no trans mission shifting occurring Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage or even failure of the axle and tires A tire could explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping wh...

Page 599: ...ressure on the brake pedal 5 Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole and push and hold the override release lever forward 6 Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position 7 The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL 8 Reinstall the shift lever override access cover Shift Lever Override Access Cover 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 597 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 600: ...nufacturer s instructions Use of safety chains is mandatory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated brackets State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed If you must use the accessories wipers defrosters etc while being towed the ignition must be in the ON RUN position not the ACC position If the vehicle s...

Page 601: ...s sary to prevent damage to the vehicle With Ignition Key The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed If flatbed equipment is not available and the transmission is oper able the vehicle may be flat towed with all four wheels on the ground under the following conditions The transmission must be in NEUTRAL The towing distance must not exceed 15...

Page 602: ...ion damage Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty CAUTION Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require ments can cause severe transmission damage Dam age from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty 600 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 603: ...RAMS 605 䡵 REPLACEMENT PARTS 607 䡵 DEALER SERVICE 607 䡵 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 608 Engine Oil 609 Engine Oil Filter 611 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 612 Exhaust System 612 Maintenance Free Battery 615 Air Conditioner Maintenance 616 Body Lubrication 619 Windshield Wiper Blades 619 Cooling System 620 Brake System 627 Automatic Transmission 629 7 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 604: ...CEMENT 648 High Intensity Discharge Headlamps HID If Equipped 648 Quad Headlamps 649 Front Turn Signal Lamp 649 Front Position Lamp 650 Front Fog Lamp 650 Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp 651 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 652 License Lamp 652 䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES 653 䡵 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 654 Engine 654 Chassis 655 602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e ...

Page 605: ...2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 Engine Oil Dipstick 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 Engine Oil Fill 4 Battery 9 Coolant Pressure Cap 5 Totally Integrated Power Module Fuses 10 Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 606: ...dicator Light MIL It will also store diagnostic codes and other informa tion to assist your service technician in making repairs Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveab...

Page 607: ... the problem is detected twice in a row the system will turn on the MIL Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle s emissions control system Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration For states that require an Inspection and Mainte nance I M this che...

Page 608: ...d to the I M station The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine This means that your vehicle s OBD II system is ready and you can proceed to the I M station If your OBD II system is not ready you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement ...

Page 609: ...nner Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Only do service wor...

Page 610: ...vehicle performance Immedi ately have potential malfunctions examined by an authorized dealer or qualified repair center Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter vals Do not use chemical flushes in these compo nents as the chemicals can damage your engine transm...

Page 611: ...e oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these engines CAUTION Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure This could damage your engine Change Engine Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled...

Page 612: ...gine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Engine Oil Viscosity 3 6L Engine SAE 5W 20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine For information on engi...

Page 613: ...ur vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your authorized dealer service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection This...

Page 614: ...ement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system or...

Page 615: ... park or operate your ve hicle in areas where your exhaust system can con tact anything that can burn CAUTION The catalytic converter requires the use of un leaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control device and may seriously reduce engine perfor mance and cause serious damage to the engine Damage to the catalytic converter can result if ...

Page 616: ...heating If this occurs stop the vehicle turn off the engine and allow it to cool Service including a tune up to manufacturer s specifica tions should be obtained immediately To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam age Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing ...

Page 617: ...ble and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with Continued WARNING Continued an output greater than 12 Volts Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling CAUTION It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery ...

Page 618: ...on should also be checked at this time CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air condi tioning components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and ca...

Page 619: ...aler or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment NOTE Use only manufacturer approved A C system sealers stop leak products seal conditioners compressor oil and refrigerants A C Air Filter Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING Do not remove the A C air filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result The A C air filte...

Page 620: ...toward the floor When installing the filter cover make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover CAUTION The A C air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace it more often 7 Rotate the glove compartment door back into position A C Air Filter Replacement 618 MAINTAINING YOUR VEH...

Page 621: ...y a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner This will remove accumula tions of salt or road film Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deteriorat...

Page 622: ...t be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution After the engine has warmed operate the defroster for a few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or freezing the fluid on the cold windshield MOPAR All Weather Windshield Washer Solution or equivalent used with water as directed on the container aids cleaning action reduces the freezing point to avoid line clogging and is n...

Page 623: ...ront of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub ber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks With the engine at normal operating temperature but not r...

Page 624: ... Continued damage and may decrease corrosion protection Organic Additive Technology OAT engine cool ant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology HOAT en gine coolant antifreeze or any globally compat ible coolant antifreeze If a non OAT engine coolant antifreeze is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be flushed with OAT coolant and repla...

Page 625: ... using Organic Additive Technology OAT engine coolant antifreeze that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan dard MS 12106 When adding engine coolant antifreeze We recommend using MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula OAT Organic Additive Technology that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 12106 Mix a minimum solution of 50 OAT engine coolant that meet...

Page 626: ...eze will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery tank The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution Never add engine coolant antifreeze when the engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated eng...

Page 627: ...should be between the ranges indicated on the bottle The radiator normally remains completely full so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for engine coolant antifreeze freeze point or replacing cool ant Advise your service attendant of this As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month When additional engine...

Page 628: ...re required the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks Maintain engine coolant antifreeze concentration at a minimum of 50 OAT coolant conforming to MS 12106 and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed Keep the front of the radiator clean If ...

Page 629: ...id level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing underhood services or immediately if the Brake System Warning Light indicates system failure Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the FULL mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking i...

Page 630: ...tinued To avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro longed braking resulting in sudden brake fail...

Page 631: ...arts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for fluid specifications It is important to maintain the transmission fluid at the correct level using the recommended fluid No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission only the approved lubricant should be used CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or...

Page 632: ...vel Check The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating conditions Routine fluid level checks are not required therefore the transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is provided Your authorized dealer can check your trans mission fluid level using a special service dipstick If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction visit you...

Page 633: ... exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and under body protection The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is th...

Page 634: ...using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish CAUTION Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder that will scratch metal and painted surfaces Use of power washers exceeding 1 200 psi 8 274 kPa can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Special Care If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if ...

Page 635: ...AR Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as possible Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Wheel And Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dust use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a ...

Page 636: ...ild soap solution to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue For grease stains apply MOPAR Multi Purpose Cleaner to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products Interior Care Instrument Panel Surfaces The instrument panel cover has a ...

Page 637: ...ed easily with a soft cloth and MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather condi tioner is not required to maintain the original condition WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for c...

Page 638: ...efrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna Do not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements When cleaning the rear view mirror spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear...

Page 639: ...ase removal Cleaning The liner is top shelf dishwasher safe or you may follow the cleaning procedure below Soak the liner in a mixture of medium hot tap water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap Let soak for approximately 30 minutes After 30 minutes pull the liner from the water and dip it back into the water about six times This will loosen any remaining debris Rinse the liner thoroughly un...

Page 640: ...ttery Refer to the appli cable Engine Compartment illustration in this section This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses A label that identifies each component may be printed or embossed on the inside of the cover Totally Integrated Power Module 638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 641: ...other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected The numbers inside the TIPM cover correspond to the following table Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description J1 40 Amp Green Power Folding Seat J2 30 Amp Pink Power Liftgate Module J3 30 Amp Pink Rear Door Module J4 25...

Page 642: ...Equipped J10 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Wash Manifold Tuning Valve If Equipped Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description J11 30 Amp Pink Power Sliding Door Module Anti Theft Module If Equipped J12 30 Amp Pink HVAC Rear Blower Radiator Fan Motor J13 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw IOD Main J14 40 Amp Green Rear Window Defogger J15 40 Amp Green Front Blower 640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i...

Page 643: ...iper LO HI J21 20 Amp Blue Front Rear Washer J22 25 Amp Natural Sunroof Module Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M1 15 Amp Blue Rear Center Brake Lamp Brake Switch M2 20 Amp Yellow Front Fog Lamps M3 20 Amp Yellow Front Rear Axle Locker Vacuum Pump Motor M4 10 Amp Red Trailer Tow M5 25 Amp Natural Inverter 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 641 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 644: ...ter Seat or with Console Rear M8 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seat If Equipped Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M9 20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seat If Equipped M10 15 Amp Blue Ignition Off Draw Video Sys tem Satellite Radio DVD Hands Free Module Universal Garage Door Opener Vanity Lamp Streaming Video Module If Equipped 642 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 645: ...ed M14 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow If Equipped Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M15 20 Amp Yellow Rear View Mirror Instrument Cluster Multi Function Control Switch Tire Pressure Monitor Glow Plug Module If Equipped M16 10 Amp Red Airbag Module Occupant Classifi cation Module M17 15 Amp Blue Left Tail License Park Lamp Running Lamps 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 643 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o...

Page 646: ...itch Steering Wheel M21 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain M22 10 Amp Red Horn Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M23 10 Amp Red Horn M24 25 Amp Natural Rear Wiper M25 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump Diesel Lift Pump If Equipped M26 10 Amp Red Power Mirror Switch Driver Window Switch M27 10 Amp Red Wireless Control Module Keyless Entry Module 644 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e ...

Page 647: ...mp Yellow Back Up Lamps M32 10 Amp Red Airbag Module THATCHUM If Equipped Cavity Car tridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description M33 10 Amp Red Powertrain M34 10 Amp Red Park Assist Heater Climate Control Module Headlamp Wash Compass Rear Camera Door Lamps Flashlight Relay Diesel Cabin Heater Rad Fan Diesel If Equipped M35 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 645 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v ...

Page 648: ...ore than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery You may do the following Remove the 60 Amp cartridge in the Totally Integrated Power Module TIPM labeled Ignition Off Draw IOD Or disconnect the negative cable from the battery Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh ...

Page 649: ...eading Lamps If Equipped 578 Bulb Number Instrument Cluster Lamps PC74 Liftgate Lamp s 578 Overhead Console Reading Lamps PC579 Removable Console Lamp If Equipped 194 Visor Vanity Lamps 6501966 NOTE For lighted switches see your authorized dealer for replacement instructions 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 647 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 650: ...f Equipped The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the headlamp switch off and the key removed Because of this you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb yourself If a headlamp bulb fails take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service WARNING A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of High Intensity Discharg...

Page 651: ...dlamp housing 4 Install the new headlamp bulb and twist until locked into the headlamp housing CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol 5 Reconnect the wiring connector to the bulb Front Turn Signal Lamp 1 Raise the hood to access the rear of the headla...

Page 652: ... bulb is from the rear of the fascia On the left rear side of the fascia remove the push pin and lower the hinged access door on the air dam 1 From behind the bumper fascia or the access panel on the air dam twist the bulb counterclockwise and remove bulb CAUTION Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with an oily ...

Page 653: ...OTE If a screwdriver is used make sure a soft material is placed between the vehicle body and tool so not to scratch the paint The PRY location is best closest to the studs while dislodging them separately 3 Twist the socket and remove it from the lamp assem bly 4 Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket 5 Replace the bulb reinstall the socket and reattach the lamp assembly 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VE...

Page 654: ...cense plate 1 Using a small screwdriver press inward the locking tab on the outboard side of the lamp assembly and pull down on the lamp assembly for removal 2 Twist and remove the socket from the lamp assembly and pull the bulb out to remove 3 Push the bulb into the socket twist the socket into the lamp assembly and reinstall the lamp assembly into place ensuring the locking tab is secure 652 MAI...

Page 655: ... Quarts 5 6 Liters Cooling System 3 6L Engine MOPAR Antifreeze Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula or equivalent 13 4 Quarts 12 6 Liters Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level Add 2 9 Qts 2 8 L if equipped with a rear heater 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 653 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 656: ...sler Material Standard MS 12106 Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W 20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 6395 Refer to your oil filler cap for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filters Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs Gap 0 043 in 1 1 mm Fuel Selection 87 Octane 654 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICL...

Page 657: ...he function or performance of your transmission Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 655 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 659: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 658 Maintenance Chart 660 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 660: ...0 miles 5 600 km since last reset Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 500 miles 805 km Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Electronic Vehicle Informa...

Page 661: ...ge oil and filter Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregu lar wear even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads shoes rotors drums hoses and park brake Inspect...

Page 662: ...ars 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Or Kilometers 32 000 48 000 64 000 80 000 96 000 112 000 128 000 144 000 160 000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints X X X X X Inspect front suspension tie rod ends boot seals and replace if necessary X X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings parking brake function X X X X X X X 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U...

Page 663: ... 96 000 112 000 128 000 144 000 160 000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter X X X X X Replace cabin air conditioning filter X X X X X X X Replace spark plugs 3 6L engine X Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever comes first X X 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 661 I n ...

Page 664: ...00 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter s if using your vehicle for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing X Change automatic transmission fluid and filter s X Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary X The spark plug change interval is mileage based only yearly intervals do not apply 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U...

Page 665: ...oubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve hicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 663 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

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Page 667: ...NCE 667 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center 668 Chrysler Canada Inc Customer Center 669 In Mexico contact 669 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 669 Service Contract 670 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION 671 䡵 MOPAR PARTS 671 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 671 In The 50 United States And Washington D C 671 In Canada 672 䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 672 9 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e ...

Page 668: ...䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 673 Treadwear 674 Traction Grades 674 Temperature Grades 675 666 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Page 669: ...advisor know Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized dealer you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU N...

Page 670: ...k to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer They want to know if you need assistance If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the con cern you may contact the manufacturer s customer center Any communication to the manufacturer s customer center should include the following information Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized dealer name Vehic...

Page 671: ...lled special TDD Telecommuni cation Devices for the Deaf equipment at its customer center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell...

Page 672: ...urer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s service contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s service contract If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s service contract and you require service after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires please refer to the contract documents and...

Page 673: ...le to this vehicle and market MOPAR PARTS MOPAR fluids lubricants parts and accessories are available from an authorized dealer They are recom mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle operating at its best REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should im...

Page 674: ...nada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1 800 333 0510 or go to http www tc gc ca roadsafety PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Mastercard American Express and Discover orders are accepted If you prefer mailing your payment please call for an order form NOTE A street address is required when o...

Page 675: ...ts to ac quaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and mainte nance procedures as well as specifications capabilities and safety tips Call toll free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the Worldwide Web at www techauthority com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories w...

Page 676: ...iving habits service practices and differences in road charac teristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor mance WARNING The traction...

Page 677: ...ilure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed un...

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Page 680: ...ing Rear Zone 443 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 616 Air Conditioning System 437 Air Conditioning System Zone Control 437 Air Pressure Tires 517 Alarm Light 323 Alarm Security Alarm 17 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 377 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 622 Disposal 625 Anti Lock Warning Light 318 Anti Theft System 17 Appearance Care 631 Ashtray 281 Assistance Towing 163 Assist ...

Page 681: ...elts Seat 122 Blind Spot Monitoring 140 Body Mechanism Lubrication 619 B Pillar Location 511 Brake Assist System 496 Brake Control System Electronic 494 Brake Fluid 655 Brake System 627 Fluid Check 627 Parking 490 Warning Light 324 Brake Transmission Interlock 474 Bulb Replacement 648 Bulbs Light 125 Calibration Compass 345 Camera Rear 252 Capacities Fluid 653 Caps Filler Fuel 546 Power Steering 4...

Page 682: ...y 120 Child Restraint 95 Child Safety Locks 53 Clean Air Gasoline 538 Climate Control 437 Clock 356 Coat Hook 288 Coin Holder 289 Cold Weather Operation 469 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 436 Compact Spare Tire 521 Compass 344 Compass Calibration 345 Compass Variance 346 Computer Trip Travel 342 Connector UCI 381 Universal Consumer Interface UCI 381 Conserving Fuel 340 Console 289 Console Floor 289 C...

Page 683: ...er Event 94 Daytime Running Lights 225 Dealer Service 607 Defroster Windshield 123 Delay Intermittent Wipers 232 Diagnostic System Onboard 604 Dimmer Control 226 Dipsticks Automatic Transmission 630 Oil Engine 609 Power Steering 489 Disabled Vehicle Towing 598 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 625 Door Locks 35 Door Opener Garage 260 Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water 486 Dr...

Page 684: ...nance 605 Engine Air Cleaner 612 Block Heater 472 Break In Recommendations 120 Checking Oil Level 609 Compartment 603 Compartment Identification 603 Coolant Antifreeze 621 Cooling 620 Exhaust Gas Caution 121 Fails to Start 470 Flooded Starting 470 Fuel Requirements 538 Oil 609 Oil Selection 610 Oil Synthetic 611 Overheating 570 Starting 465 Temperature Gauge 325 Engine Oil Viscosity 610 Engine Oil...

Page 685: ...nge 545 Engine Oil 545 Fuel Requirements 542 Maintenance 546 Replacement Parts 546 Starting 545 Flooded Engine Starting 470 Floor Console 289 Fluid Capacities 653 Fluid Leaks 125 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 630 Brake 627 Cooling System 621 Power Steering 489 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 654 Fog Lights 225 Fog Light Service 650 Fold in Floor Stow n Go Seating 200 Freeing A Stuc...

Page 686: ... Fuel Flexible 542 Fueling 546 Fuel Optimizer 340 Fuel Saver 340 Fuses 638 Garage Door Opener HomeLink 260 Gas Cap Fuel Filler Cap 546 Gasoline Clean Air 538 Gasoline Fuel 538 Conserving 340 Gasoline Reformulated 538 Gauges Coolant Temperature 325 Fuel 323 Speedometer 322 Tachometer 315 Gear Ranges 477 Gear Select Lever Override 596 General Information 17 Glass Cleaning 636 Gross Axle Weight Ratin...

Page 687: ...Engine Block 472 High Beam Low Beam Select Dimmer Switch 229 Hill Start Assist 501 Hitches Trailer Towing 556 HomeLink Garage Door Opener 260 Hood Release 222 Hook Coat 288 Ignition 13 Key 12 Ignition Key Removal 13 Illuminated Entry 20 Immobilizer Sentry Key 15 Infant Restraint 95 Information Center Vehicle 329 Inside Rearview Mirror 134 Instrument Cluster 313 Instrument Panel and Controls 312 In...

Page 688: ... 20 Keyless Go 12 Key Programming 16 Key Replacement 16 Keys 12 Key Sentry Immobilizer 15 Lane Change Assist 229 Lap Shoulder Belts 64 Latches 125 Hood 222 Lead Free Gasoline 538 Leaks Fluid 125 Life of Tires 524 Liftgate 56 Light Bulbs 125 Lights 125 Airbag 86 Alarm 323 Anti Lock 318 Automatic Headlights 224 Back Up 651 Battery Saver 231 Brake Assist Warning 499 Brake Warning 324 Bulb Replacement...

Page 689: ...nder 225 Low Fuel 326 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 321 Oil Pressure 327 Park 649 Passing 229 Reading 256 Rear Servicing 651 Rear Tail 651 Seat Belt Reminder 325 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 323 Service 647 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 321 Side Marker 650 SmartBeams 229 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 323 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 319 Traction Control 499 Turn Signal 125 Voltage 326...

Page 690: ...y Seat 137 Methanol 539 Mini Trip Computer 342 Mirrors 134 Automatic Dimming 135 Electric Remote 137 Exterior Folding 136 Heated 138 Memory 217 Outside 136 Rearview 134 Vanity 139 Mode Fuel Saver 340 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 Monitor Tire Pressure System 529 Mopar Parts 607 MTBE ETBE 539 Multi Function Control Lever 228 New Vehicle Break In Period 120 Occupant Restraints 60 Occupant Rest...

Page 691: ...Opener Garage Door HomeLink 260 Operator Manual Owner s Manual 4 Outside Rearview Mirrors 134 Overhead Console 255 Overhead Travel Information Center 255 Overheating Engine 326 Owner s Manual Operator Manual 4 Paint Care 631 Panic Alarm 25 Parking Brake 490 Park Sense System Rear 243 Pedals Adjustable 238 Personal Settings 347 Pets Transporting 116 Phone Cellular 149 Phone Hands Free Uconnect 149 ...

Page 692: ...adio Remote Controls 434 Rear Air Conditioning 443 Rear Camera 252 Rear Cross Path 146 Rear Heater 443 Rear Park Sense System 243 Rearview Mirrors 134 Rear Window Features 297 Reclining Front Seats 194 Recorder Event Data 94 Recreational Towing 566 Reformulated Gasoline 538 Refrigerant 617 Reminder Seat Belt 77 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 434 Remote Starting Syst...

Page 693: ...llite Radio Antenna 377 Schedule Maintenance 658 Seat Belt Maintenance 637 Seat Belt Reminder 77 Seat Belts 60 Adjustable Shoulder Belt 70 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage 70 And Pregnant Women 78 Child Restraint 95 Extender 78 Front Seat 64 Inspection 122 Pretensioners 73 Rear Seat 64 Seats 186 Adjustment 186 Fold in Floor Stow n Go 200 Memory 217 Power 187 Reclining 194 Stow n Go Fold in Floo...

Page 694: ...hains 526 Snow Tires 520 Spare Tire 521 Speed Control Cruise Control 240 Speedometer 322 Starting 465 Automatic Transmission 465 Cold Weather 469 Engine Fails to Start 470 Remote 30 Starting and Operating 465 Starting Procedures 465 Steering Power 488 Tilt Column 235 Wheel Heated 236 Wheel Tilt 235 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 434 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 434 Storage 646 Stora...

Page 695: ... Loading Information Placard 511 Tire Markings 504 Tires 125 Aging Life of Tires 524 Air Pressure 515 Chains 526 Changing 571 Compact Spare 521 General Information 515 High Speed 518 Inflation Pressures 517 Jacking 571 Life of Tires 524 Load Capacity 511 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 529 Pressure Warning Light 319 Quality Grading 673 Radial 519 Replacement 524 Rotation 528 Safety 504 Sizes 506 Snow...

Page 696: ...wing 552 Cooling System Tips 565 Hitches 556 Minimum Requirements 559 Tips 564 Trailer and Tongue Weight 558 Wiring 563 Trailer Towing Guide 557 Trailer Weight 557 Transmission 629 Automatic 472 Fluid 629 Transmitter Battery Service Remote Keyless Entry 27 Transmitter Garage Door Opener HomeLink 260 Transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE 20 Transporting Pets 116 Tread Wear Indicators 523 Trip Odomet...

Page 697: ...cosity Engine Oil 610 Voice Recognition System VR 180 Warning Flasher Hazard 570 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 315 Warnings and Cautions 6 Warranty Information 671 Washer Adding Fluid 620 Washing Vehicle 632 Water Driving Through 486 Wind Buffeting 48 Window Fogging 459 Windows 43 Power 44 Rear Vent 43 Windshield Defroster 123 Windshield Washers 231 Windshield Wiper Blades 619 Wipe...

Page 698: ...able should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shielded coaxial cable Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio SWR Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than normal may require special precautions All installations should be checked for possible interference be tween the communicatio...

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