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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
5
Introduction
3
Table of Contents
5
Introduction
6
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
Default Chapter
14
A Word about Your Keys
14
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)
14
FOB with Integrated Key
15
Ignition Key Removal
16
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
17
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
14
Sentry Key
17
Replacement Keys
18
Customer Key Programming
19
General Information
20
Security Alarm System
20
Rearming of the System
20
To Arm the System
21
To Disarm the System
21
Illuminated Entry System
22
Remote Keyless Entry
23
To Unlock the Doors
23
To Lock the Doors
25
Express down Window Feature
26
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 25
27
To Open the Trunk
27
Using the Panic Alarm
27
Programming Additional Transmitters
27
Transmitter Battery Service
27
General Information
28
Remote Starting System
29
How to Use Remote Start
29
Door Locks
31
Manual Door Locks
31
Power Door Locks
32
Windows
35
Power Windows
35
Wind Buffeting
36
Trunk Lock and Release
37
Trunk Safety Warning
38
Trunk Emergency Release
38
Occupant Restraints
39
Lap/Shoulder Belts
40
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
44
Seat Belt Pretensioners
45
Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert )
45
Automatic Locking Mode - if Equipped
46
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
47
Seat Belt Extender
47
Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag
48
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
58
Child Restraint
60
Engine Break-In Recommendations
69
Safety Tips
70
Transporting Passengers
70
Lock Your Vehicle
70
68 Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
70
Exhaust Gas
70
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
71
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle
72
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
73
Mirrors
77
Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror
77
Outside Mirrors
77
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature - if Equipped
78
Power Remote Control Mirrors
78
Heated Remote Control Mirrors - if Equipped
79
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - if Equipped
79
Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect ) - if Equipped
80
Operation
82
Phone Call Features
89
Uconnect System Features
91
Advanced Phone Connectivity
96
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect System
98
General Information
106
Voice Recognition System - if Equipped
106
Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation
106
Commands
107
Voice Training
110
Seats
111
Easy Entry Seats
111
Power Seats
111
Front Seat Back Recline
112
Lumbar Support
113
Head Restraints
113
Heated Seats
114
Folding Rear Seat - if Equipped
115
To Open and Close the Hood
116
Lights
118
Headlight Switch
118
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped
119
Headlights on with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)
119
Headlight Time Delay
119
Daytime Running Lights - if Equipped
120
Lights-On Reminder
120
Fog Lights
120
Multifunction Control Lever
121
Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights
122
Interior Lights
123
Windshield Wipers and Washers
124
Intermittent Wiper System
124
Mist Feature
125
Windshield Washers
125
Headlights on with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)
126
Adding Washer Fluid
126
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
127
Electronic Speed Control
128
Electronic Speed Control Operation
128
To Activate
129
To Set at a Desired Speed
129
To Deactivate
129
To Resume Speed
130
To Vary the Speed Setting
130
To Accelerate for Passing
130
Overhead Console
131
Courtesy/Reading Lights
131
Sunglasses Storage
132
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
132
Programming Homelink
133
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
136
Using Homelink
136
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
137
Security
137
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle 135
137
Troubleshooting Tips
137
General Information
138
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
138
Opening Sunroof - Manually
139
Opening Sunroof - Express
139
Closing Sunroof - Manually
139
Closing Sunroof - Express
140
Pinch Protect Feature
140
Pinch Protect Override
140
Venting Sunroof - Express
140
Sunshade Operation
141
Wind Buffeting
141
Sunroof Maintenance
141
Ignition off Operation
141
Sunroof Fully Closed
141
Electrical Power Outlets
142
Electrical Outlet Use with Engine off
143
Cupholders
144
Front Cupholders
144
Rear Cupholders
144
Console Features
145
Sliding Center Console Armrest
145
Console Storage
145
Rear Window Features
146
Rear Window Defroster
146
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
147
Instrument Panel Features
150
Instrument Cluster
151
Instrument Cluster Description
152
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
161
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays
163
Engine Oil Change Indicator System
164
Trip Functions
165
Performance Features
167
Compass Display
171
Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) - if Equipped
173
System Warnings (Customer Information Features)
173
Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)
174
Radio General Information
177
Radio Broadcast Signals
177
Two Types of Signals
177
Understanding Your Instrument Panel 175
177
Electrical Disturbances
177
AM Reception
177
FM Reception
177
Sales Code REQ - AM/FM Stereo Radio and 6-Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX Jack)
178
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
179
Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video)
186
Notes on Playing MP3/WMA Files
188
List Button (Disc Mode for MP3/WMA Play)
191
Info Button (Disc Mode for MP3/WMA Play)
191
Sales Code RER - Multimedia System - if Equipped
193
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio
194
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect ) (if Equipped)
194
Clock Setting Procedure
195
Satellite Radio - if Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only)
197
System Activation
197
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
197
Selecting Satellite Mode
198
Satellite Antenna
198
Reception Quality
199
Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode
199
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (if Equipped)
201
Kicker High Performance Sound System with Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) - if Equipped
202
Remote Sound System Controls
203
CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
204
Radio Operation and Cellular Phones
204
Climate Controls
205
Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System
205
Operating Tips
208
Starting and Operating
213
Starting Procedures
216
Automatic Transmission
217
Keyless Go
218
Normal Starting
219
Extremely Cold Weather (below 20°F or 29°C)
219
If Engine Fails to Start
220
After Starting
221
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
221
Automatic Transmission
222
General Information
222
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
224
5-Speed Automatic Transmission
225
Autostick
230
Autostick Operation
230
Autostick General Information
231
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
231
Acceleration
231
Traction
232
Driving through Water
232
Flowing/Rising Water
232
Parking Brake
234
Brake System
236
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
237
Power Steering
239
Electronic Brake Control System
240
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
240
TCS (Traction Control System)
241
BAS (Brake Assist System)
241
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
242
Synchronizing ESP
246
ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and ESP/TCS Indicator Light
246
Tire Safety Information
247
Tire Markings
247
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
252
Tires - General Information
256
Tire Pressure
256
Tire Inflation Pressures
257
Radial Ply Tires
259
Tire Spinning
260
Tread Wear Indicators
260
Life of Tire
261
Replacement Tires
262
Alignment and Balance
263
Tire Chains
263
Snow Tires
264
Tire Rotation Recommendations
264
Tire Rotation - Standard Tires
265
Tire Rotation - Optional Tires
265
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
266
Premium System
268
General Information
271
Fuel Requirements
272
6.1L Engine
272
Reformulated Gasoline
272
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
273
MMT in Gasoline
273
Materials Added to Fuel
274
272 Starting and Operating
274
Fuel System Cautions
274
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
275
Adding Fuel
276
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
276
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
277
Vehicle Loading
278
Vehicle Certification Label
278
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
278
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
278
Overloading
279
Loading
279
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
280
Trailer Towing
280
What to Do in Emergencies
281
Hazard Warning Flasher
282
If Your Engine Overheats
282
TIREFIT Tire Repair
283
Jump Starting
288
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
291
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
293
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing with All Four Wheels on the Ground)
293
Without the Ignition Key
293
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle with a Tow Dolly
294
Maintaining Your Vehicle
295
Engine Compartment - 6.1L
298
Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II
299
Loose Fuel Filler Cap
299
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
300
Replacement Parts
301
Dealer Service
302
Maintenance Procedures
302
Engine Oil
303
Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tension
305
Engine Oil Filter
305
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
306
Fuel Filter
306
Spark Plugs
306
Catalytic Converter
307
Maintenance-Free Battery
309
Air Conditioner Maintenance
311
A/C Air Filter - if Equipped
312
Power Steering - Fluid Check
312
Body Lubrication
313
Front and Rear Suspension Ball Joints
313
Steering Linkage
313
Windshield Washers
314
Windshield Wiper Blades
314
Exhaust System
315
Cooling System
316
Fuel System
321
Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
321
Brake System
322
Automatic Transmission
324
Front and Rear Wheel Bearings
326
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
326
Cleaning the Center Console Cupholders
330
Fuses
331
Integrated Power Module (IPM)
331
Rear Power Distribution Center
333
Vehicle Storage
337
Replacement Light Bulbs
338
Bulb Replacement
339
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and Park/Turn Light - Models with High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights
339
Front/Rear Side Marker Light
340
Tail/Turn/Stop Light
340
If You Need Consumer Assistance
353
If You Need Assistance
355
Chrysler LLC Customer Center
356
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
356
In Mexico Contact
356
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
357
Service Contract
357
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
355
Prepare for the Appointment
355
Prepare a List
355
Be Reasonable with Requests
355
MOPAR Parts
358
Reporting Safety Defects
358
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
358
In Canada
359
Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)
358
If You Need Consumer Assistance 357
359
Publication Order Forms
359
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire
360
Temperature Grades
361
Treadwear
361
Traction Grades
361
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Category
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Language
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