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Table of Contents
Main Page
Introduction 1
3
Introduction
1
Table of Contents
3
Introduction
4
Roll over Warning
5
How to Use this Manual
6
Warnings and Cautions
8
Vehicle Identification Number
8
Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
11
A Word about Your Keys
14
Ignition Key Removal
14
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
16
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
14
Sentry Key - if Equipped
16
Replacement Keys
17
Customer Key Programming
18
General Information
19
Steering Wheel Lock - if Equipped
16
To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel
16
To Release the Steering Wheel Lock
16
Security Alarm System - if Equipped
19
To Set the Alarm
19
To Disarm the System
20
Illuminated Entry
20
Remote Keyless Entry
21
To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate
21
To Lock the Doors and Liftgate
22
Using the Panic Alarm
23
Programming Additional Transmitters
24
Battery Replacement
24
General Information
25
Remote Starting System - if Equipped
26
Door Locks
27
Manual Door Locks
28
Power Door Locks
29
Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)
30
Windows
31
Power Windows
31
Wind Buffeting
35
Liftgate
35
Occupant Restraints
36
Lap/Shoulder Belts
38
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
39
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
42
Automatic Locking Mode - if Equipped
43
Energy Management Feature
43
Seat Belt Pretensioners
44
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert)
44
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
45
Seat Belt Extender
46
Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
47
Airbag Warning Light
61
Child Restraint
64
Engine Break-In Recommendations
74
Safety Tips
74
Exhaust Gas
74
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
75
Vehicle
76
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
77
Mirrors
81
Inside Day/Night Mirror
81
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
82
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
82
Outside Mirrors
82
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature
83
Power Remote Control Mirrors
83
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - if Equipped
84
Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - if Equipped
84
Operations
87
Phone Call Features
93
Uconnect™ System Features
96
Advanced Phone Connectivity
100
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ System
102
Seats
110
Front Manual Seat Adjustment
110
Front Seat Adjustment - Recline
111
6-Way Driver's Power Seat with Manual Recliner
112
Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat
113
Head Restraints
113
Heated Seats - if Equipped
113
60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat with Fold Flat Feature
115
To Open and Close the Hood
117
Lights
119
Interior Lights
119
Multifunction Control Lever
119
Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights, and Headlights
120
Lights-On Reminder
120
Headlight Dimmer Switch
120
Passing Light
121
Front Fog Lights - if Equipped
121
Turn Signals
121
Daytime Running Lights - if Equipped
122
Windshield Wipers and Washers
122
Intermittent Wiper System
122
Windshield Wiper Operation
123
Windshield Washers
123
Mist Feature
123
Tilt Steering Column
124
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
125
To Activate
125
To Set at a Desired Speed
126
To Deactivate
126
To Resume Speed
126
To Vary the Speed Setting
126
Manual Transmission
127
To Accelerate for Passing
127
Electronic Brake Control System
128
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
128
TCS (Traction Control System)
129
BAS (Brake Assist System)
129
ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation)
130
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
131
ESP/BAS Warning Lamp
134
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
134
Programming the Universal Transceiver
136
Rolling Code" Programming
138
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
139
Operation
140
Reprogramming a Single Button
140
Security
140
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
141
Opening Sunroof - Express
142
Closing Sunroof - Express
142
Pinch Protect Feature
142
Pinch Protect Override
143
Venting Sunroof - Express
143
Sunshade Operation
143
Wind Buffeting
143
Sunroof Maintenance
144
Electrical Power Outlet
144
Electrical Outlet Use with Engine off
145
Power Inverter
146
Cup Holders
147
Storage
148
Front Storage Compartment
148
Console Storage Compartment
149
Cargo Area Features
150
Cargo Light
150
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
150
Cargo Load Floor - if Equipped
151
Utility Table - if Equipped
152
Rear Cargo Slide out System (Load N Go ) - if Equipped
153
Rear Window Features
155
Rear Window Wiper/Washer - if Equipped
155
Rear Window Defroster - if Equipped
156
Roof Luggage Rack - if Equipped
157
Instrument Panel and Controls
159
Instrument Panel and Controls
162
Instrument Cluster
163
Instrument Cluster Description
164
Compass and Trip Computer - if Equipped
175
Control Buttons
176
Trip Conditions
177
Compass/Temperature Display
177
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - if Equipped
179
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays
181
Trip Functions
182
Compass Display
183
Telephone - if Equipped
186
Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)
188
Radio General Information
191
Radio Broadcast Signals
191
Two Types of Signals
191
Electrical Disturbances
191
AM Reception
191
FM Reception
191
Sales Code REQ - AM/FM Stereo Radio and 6-Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA aux Jack)
192
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
192
Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video)
200
Notes on Playing MP3/WMA Files
202
List Button (Disc Mode for MP3/WMA Play)
205
Info Button (Disc Mode for MP3/WMA Play)
205
Sales Code RES - AM/FM Stereo Radio with CD Player (MP3 aux Jack)
207
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
207
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
212
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
215
List Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
217
Info Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
217
Sales Code RER - AM/FM/CD/DVD Radio with Navigation System - if Equipped
219
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio
219
Clock Setting Procedure
219
Satellite Radio - if Equipped
221
System Activation
221
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID)
221
Selecting Satellite Mode (RSC Radios)
222
Satellite Antenna
222
Reception Quality
222
Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode
222
Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (if Equipped)
224
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES ) (if Equipped)
224
Video Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV) - if Equipped
225
Remote Sound System Controls - if Equipped
226
Radio Operation
227
CD Player
227
CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
227
Climate Controls
228
Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System
228
Operating Tips
232
Starting and Operating
235
Starting Procedures
239
Manual Transmission
239
Automatic Transmission
239
Normal Starting
239
Starting and Operating
240
Extreme Cold Weather (below -20°F or -29°C)
240
If Engine Fails to Start
240
After Starting
242
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
243
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
243
6-Speed Manual Transmission
243
Automatic Transmission
247
Shift Lock Manual Override - if Equipped
248
Brake/Transmission Interlock System
249
4-Speed Automatic Transmission (3.7L Engine)
249
5-Speed Automatic Transmission (4.0L Engine)
254
Gear Ranges
255
Four-Wheel Drive Operation
259
Mp 143 Single-Speed Part-Time Transfer Case - if Equipped
259
Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
261
Mp 140 Single-Speed Full-Time Transfer Case - if Equipped
262
On-Road Driving Tips
262
Parking Brake
263
Anti-Lock Brake System
265
Power Steering
268
Tire Safety Information
269
Tire Markings
269
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
272
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
274
Tires - General Information
278
Tire Pressure
278
Tire Inflation Pressures
279
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation
281
Radial-Ply Tires
281
Tire Spinning
281
Tread Wear Indicators
282
Life of Tire
283
Replacement Tires
283
Alignment and Balance
284
Tire Chains
285
Tire Rotation Recommendations
286
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - if Equipped
287
Base System - if Equipped
290
Premium System - if Equipped
291
General Information
295
Fuel Requirements
296
L Engine (if Equipped)
296
Reformulated Gasoline
297
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
297
MMT in Gasoline
298
Materials Added to Fuel
298
Fuel System Cautions
298
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
299
Adding Fuel
300
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
300
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
302
Vehicle Loading
303
Certification Label
303
Trailer Towing
305
Common Towing Definitions
306
Trailer Hitch Classification
310
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
310
Trailer and Tongue Weight
314
Towing Requirements
315
Towing Tips
319
Drive Models
321
Recreational Towing
321
(Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
321
Towing - 2WD Models
321
Towing - 4WD or All-Wheel
321
What to Do in Emergencies
323
Hazard Warning Flashers
324
If Your Engine Overheats
325
Jacking and Tire Changing
326
Jack Location
326
Spare Tire Stowage
327
Spare Tire Removal
328
Preparations for Jacking
328
Jacking Instructions
329
Jump Starting
332
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
334
Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles
334
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
334
Maintaining Your Vehicle
335
Engine Compartment - 3.7L
338
Maintaining Your Vehicle
338
Engine Compartment - 4.0L
339
Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II
340
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
340
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
341
Replacement Parts
342
Dealer Service
343
Engine Oil
343
Maintenance Procedures
343
Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tension
347
Spark Plugs
347
Catalytic Converter
348
Crankcase Emission Control System
350
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
350
Fuel Filter
350
Air Conditioner Maintenance
351
Maintenance-Free Battery
351
Power Steering Fluid Check
352
Body Lubrication
353
Driveline and Steering Component Lubrication
353
Windshield Washers
354
Windshield Wiper Blades
354
Cooling System
355
Exhaust System
355
Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
360
Brake System
361
Automatic Transmission
363
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - Manual Transmission
364
Manual Transmission
364
Transfer Case
365
Front/Rear Axle Fluid
366
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
366
Fuses (Integrated Power Module)
371
Replacement Light Bulbs
378
Bulb Replacement
379
Head Light
379
Left Front Turn Signal
379
Right Front Turn Signal
379
Front Side Marker
380
Front Fog Light (Front Fascia Mounted)
380
Back-Up Lights
381
Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)
381
Fluid Capacities
382
Maintaining Your Vehicle 383
383
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
383
Engine
383
Chassis
384
Maintenance Schedules
385
386 Maintenance Schedules
386
Emission Control System Maintenance
386
Schedule "B" 389
389
Schedule "A" 403
403
If You Need Consumer Assistance
411
If You Need Consumer Assistance
412
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
412
Prepare for the Appointment
412
Prepare a List
412
Be Reasonable with Requests
412
Mopar Parts
415
Reporting Safety Defects
415
In Canada
415
Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)
415
Publication Order Forms
416
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
417
Treadwear
417
Traction Grades
417
Temperature Grades
418
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