2015 OWNER’S MANUAL Viper SRT
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore. DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated nondrinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . . . . . .6 䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . .7 䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained techCongratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfacvehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmantion. ship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS 䡵 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ To Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 ▫ Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 ▫ Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 䡵 ILLUMINATED ENTRY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 ▫ Ignition Or Accessory On Message . . . . . . . . . .
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . . . . . . . .44 䡵 DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 ▫ Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 䡵 WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 NOTE: In case the ignition does not change with the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Fob) may Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system have a low or dead battery. consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN).
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead. The emergency key is also for locking the glove box. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: With the Uconnect® system, the power window switches, radio and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • 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. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector. • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 operation. Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will not allow the engine to crank with an invalid Key Fob. CAUTION! • Do not make modifications or alterations to the immobilizer system. Modifications or alterations to the immobilization system may result in a loss of security protection.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, always remember to place the ignition in the OFF position. Customer Key Programming Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. General Information The Sentry Key® system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle: • Push LOCK on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door open. • Push the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors, liftgate, and hood for unauthorized entry and the ignition for unauthorized operation.
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously described arming sequences has occurred, the The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether the following methods: you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle • Push the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, Entry (RKE) transmitter. disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Electronic Immobilization System The Electronic Immobilization system prevents unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. ILLUMINATED ENTRY The interior lights will turn on whenever a door is opened or the liftgate is opened and the dimmer switch is not in the defeat position.
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) To Unlock The Doors The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approximately 66ft (20 m) using a hand-held Key Fob with RKE transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Flash Lights With Lock Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock This feature lets you program the lights to flash when the doors are locked with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “ Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be turned on or turned off.
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless Transmitter Battery Replacement you turn it off by either pushing the PANIC button a The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph battery. (24 km/h) or greater. NOTE: NOTE: The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 2 Emergency Key Removal Separating The RKE Transmitter Case 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the the seal during removal. battery.
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it distance, check for these two conditions: with rubbing alcohol. 1. A weak battery in the transmitter. The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years. 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together. 2.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 WARNING! (Continued) • For personal security in the event of an collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always cycle the ignition to the OFF mode lock, and lock your vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries and death. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. If you push the power door lock switch while the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit WINDOWS The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with Power Windows power door locks if: The window controls on the driver’s door control both of 1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en- the door windows. abled. 2. The driver door is opened. 3. The doors were not previously unlocked.
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are single window controls on the passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door window. The window controls will operate only when the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position. WARNING! (Continued) ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-NGo™ in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 AUTO-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection Lift the window switch 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. • If the window detects an obstacle 10 times in a row, the auto–up feature unlearns. WARNING! There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed.
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. 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. LIFTGATE The liftgate can be unlocked or locked by the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, the manual lock cylinder located on the rear panel, or by activating either of the power door lock switches located on the door trim panels.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 located under the right side of the tail panel, which is • When all doors are locked (except for RKE transmitter located below the liftgate, then pull the liftgate open with liftgate access). Refer to “Entering the Liftgate with the System Armed” under “Vehicle Security Alarm Sysone fluid motion. tem” for additional information. The liftgate ajar icon will illuminate in the Driver Information Display (DID) when the liftgate is open.
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- risk of harm from a deploying air bag: ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when 1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride opening the liftgate in cold weather. buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat. OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 2.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 5. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly. 7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front Air Bags room to inflate. WARNING! • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag.
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the After the sequence completes, the Seat Belt Reminder inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts are buckled. The driver should instruct all other occube belted at all times. pants to buckle their seat belts.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: If BeltAlert has been deactivated, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s or outboard front passenger’s (if equipped with BeltAlert) seat belt remains unbuckled. Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts. The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions.
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the seat belt.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop, you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. • A seat belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A seat belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries.
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” equipped with a rear seat). Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go around your lap.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces 6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision. buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1.
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted. Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even when the webbing is fully extended and the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest position, your authorized dealer can provide you with a Seat Belt Extender.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the seat belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the seat belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision. Seat Belt Pretensioner The front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt” in the “Child Restraints” section of this manual If the passenger seating position is equipped with an for additional information. The table below defines the ALR and is being used for normal usage: type of feature for each seating position. Only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the ALR.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 feature. Children 12 years old and under should always 3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts, be properly restrained in a vehicle with a rear seat. you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag.
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to replace the seat belt assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. • Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to restrain occupants who are wearing the seat belt or children who are using booster seats. The locked mode is only used to install rear-facing or forward-facing child restraints that have a harness for restraining the child.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt 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.
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Advanced Air Bag Features This vehicle has an Occupant Classification System (“OCS”) in the right front passenger seat. The OCS is designed to deactivate the front Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag for an unoccupied seat and for occupants classified in a category other than a properly seated adult. This could be a child, teenager, or even an adult.
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags. Advanced Front Air Bag Operation Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection by supplementing the seat belts.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The Advanced Front Air Bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to blink your eyes. The air bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger. Occupant Classification System (OCS) - Front Passenger Seat WARNING! • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag.
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Passenger Air Bag Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light – an Bladder amber light located in the center of the instrument The Bladder is located beneath the passenger seat cushpanel ion foam. The Bladder sends signals to the OCM for • Air Bag Warning Light classifying the occupant in the front passenger seat. Any weight on the seat will be sensed by the Bladder.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 The Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag may be deactivated if the OCS estimates that: • The front passenger seat is unoccupied or has very light objects on it • The front passenger seat is occupied by a rear-facing child restraint • The front passenger seat is occupied by a child, including a child seated in a forward-facing child restraint or booster seat Seated Properly • The front passenger seat is occupied by a small passenger, including a small adult • The
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger Air Bag Disable (PAD) System Passenger Seat Occupant Status Unoccupied seat * Grocery bags, heavy briefcases, and other relatively light objects Rearward facing infant seat** Passenger Advanced Air Bag Disabled Indicator Light (“PAD”) Status NOT ILLUMINATED “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” Passenger Air Bag Status DEACTIVATED DEACTIVATED DEACTIVATED Passenger Seat Occupant Status Child, including a child seated in a forwardfaci
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Advanced Front Air Bag will not inflate even though the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag will not inflate even Passenger Air Bag Disable (PAD) System Indicator Light though the PAD Indicator Light is not illuminated. is NOT illuminated.
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE can occur if the child restraint is lighter than the lightest 2. Remove any extra materials from the passenger seat, such as cushions, pads, seat covers, seat massagers, weight necessary to illuminate the PAD Indicator Light. blankets, extra clothing, etc. NEVER assume the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag is deactivated unless the PAD Indicator Light is illuminated 3. Place the seatback in the full upright position. with the words “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF.” 4.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING! • If the PAD Indicator Light remains illuminated for an adult passenger, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. If the PAD Indicator Light is illuminated with the words “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag will not inflate in the event of a collision. • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of a Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag.
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE PAD Indicator Light is illuminated with the words “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” when an adult is in the front passenger seat, the front passenger must reposition his/ her body in the seat until the PAD Indicator Light goes out. This means that the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag is activated. Failure to be properly seated in the passenger seat may prevent the passenger air bag from deploying.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 • The front passenger leans forward, sideways, or turns passenger’s increased seated weight, which may result in activation of the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag in a to face the rear of the vehicle collision and serious injury or death may result. This • The front passenger’s seatback is not in the full upright does not mean that the OCS is working improperly.
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Accessories that may increase the seated weight on the front passenger seat are attached to the front passenger seat • Anything that may increase the front passenger’s seated weight Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 2 Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly WARNING! Placing an object on the floor under the front passenger seat may prevent the OCS from working properly, which may result in serious injury or death (Continued)
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! in a collision. Do not place any objects on the floor under the front passenger seat. • Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the air bags to protect you in a collision.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 The passenger seat assembly contains critical OCS com- • At no time should any supplemental restraint system ponents that may affect Passenger Advanced Front Air (SRS) component or SRS related component or fastener be modified or replaced with any part except those Bag inflation. In order for the OCS to properly classify a which are approved by FCA US LLC. front seat passenger, the OCS components must function as designed.
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) and/or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS). Supplemental Door-Integrated Side Air Bags This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental DoorIntegrated Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs). SABICs may help reduce the risk of head injury to front seat outboard occupants in certain side impacts.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 inflate with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SABICs inflate. Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag. Supplemental Door-Integrated Side Air Bag Label The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in certain side impact events. The SABICs deploy upward, covering the side windows.
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SABICs will not deploy in all side collisions, including their backs against the seats. Children must be properly some collisions at certain angles, or some side collisions restrained in a child restraint or booster seat that is that do not impact the area of the passenger compart- appropriate for the size of the child. ment. SABICs may deploy during angled or offset frontal collisions where the Advanced Front Air Bags deploy.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the SABICs during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed. • Relying on the SABICs alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The SABICs work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, SABICs won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belt even though you have SABICs. NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions.
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye NOTE: irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or • Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation but they will open during air bag deployment. continues, see your doctor.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as or ON/RUN position. If the ignition is in the OFF the battery has power or until the ignition is placed in position or in the ACC position, the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. the “OFF” position. • Unlock the doors automatically.
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction. While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately. • The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during the four to eight seconds when the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN position. • The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to eight-second interval.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel.
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; crash investigation.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Every state in the United States, and every Canadian province, requires that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult seat belt.
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Infants and Toddlers Small Children Larger Children Children Too Large for Child Restraints Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Children who are two years old or younger and who have not reached the height or weight limits of their child restraint Children who are at least two years old or who have out-grown the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child restraint Children who have out-g
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Infants And Child Restraints Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child restraint. Two types of child restraints can be used rear-facing: infant carriers and convertible child seats. The infant carrier is only used rear-facing in the vehicle.
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height allowed by the child seat. All children whose weight or height is above the forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts fit properly.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 WARNING! (Continued) • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchorages, or remove it from the vehicle. Do not leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or accident, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury. 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front of the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the way back? 3.
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back. In a crash, the shoulder belt will not protect a child properly, which may result in serious injury or death. A child must always wear both the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt correctly. into the retractor. Refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode” description under “Occupant Restraints” for additional information on ALR.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? Can the head restraints be removed? Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the seat belt against the belt path of the child restraint? Weight limit of the Child Restraint Installing A Child Restraint with A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR): Always use the tether anchor when using
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether locked, you should not be able to pull out any web- Anchorage bing. If the retractor is not locked, repeat step 5. WARNING! 7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle seat. 8.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 There is a tether strap anchor located behind the child tether access cover behind the passenger seat. To attach a child restraint tether strap to the anchor: 2 1. Move the seat forward. 2. Move the seatback to its full forward position. 3. Remove the child tether access cover by prying either side with a screwdriver or similar tool, as shown.
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Attach the tether hook to the anchor loop. Child Seat Tether Anchor NOTE: While the child tether is in use, keep the access Tether Hook cover in a safe place so that it can be replaced after use of 6. Move the seat to its farthest rearward position. Apply the child tether. body pressure to the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. 4. Pass the child restraint tether hook through either opening in the seatback underneath the head restraint. 7.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 8. Remove slack from the tether strap according to the BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS child restraint manufacturer’s directions. A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rear axle) in your new vehicle. WARNING! Following these few simple guidelines is all that is An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to necessary for a good break-in. increased head motion and possible injury to the child.
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Avoid excessive idling. • Check the engine oil level at every fuel fill. NOTE: A new engine will consume some oil during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as a sign of difficulty. SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers WARNING! (Continued) • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 WARNING! (Continued) 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 required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/ rear doors open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the belt. Air Bag Warning Light The light should come on and remain on for four to eight seconds for a bulb check when the ignition is first cycled to ON.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Lights 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 proper closing, latching, and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 MIRRORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 䡵 LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 ▫ Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 ▫ Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 ▫ Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ High/Low Beam Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 䡵 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . .114 ▫ Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 ▫ To Activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 ▫ Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 ▫ To Set A Desired Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS . . . . . .108 ▫ To Deactivate. . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 ▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming . . . . . .125 䡵 CUPHOLDERS — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . .134 ▫ Using HomeLink® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 䡵 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134 ▫ Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 ▫ Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134 ▫ Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 ▫ Console Features . . . . . . .
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse. Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped, the rearview mirror contains an ASSIST and a 9-1-1 button. 9-1-1 Call Push the 9-1-1 Call button on the Rearview Mirror.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 NOTE: In case the 9-1-1 Call button is pushed in error, there will be a 10 second delay before the 9-1-1 Call system initiates a call to a 9-1-1 operator. To cancel the 9-1-1 Call connection, push the 9-1-1 Call button on the Rearview Mirror or press the cancellation button on the touch screen. Assist Calls The ASSIST Button is used for contacting Roadside Assistance, Vehicle Care and Uconnect® Care.
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side mirror. Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver-side door trim panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Using the mirror control switch, push on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move. Vanity Mirror 3 A vanity mirror is on the passenger side sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward.
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Manual Seats Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the Forward And Rearward Adjustment 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 ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and The seat height adjustment lever is located on the outrearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters board side of the seat. Pull upward on the lever to raise have latched. the seat height or push downward on the lever to lower the seat height.
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Recliner Adjustment seat to its full upright position, lean forward, pull the recliner lever upward and hold it until the seat returns to its full upright position. WARNING! Recline Lever The recliner lever is located on the outboard side of the seat. To recline the seat, lean forward slightly, pull the recliner lever upward, lean backward until the seat is in the desired position, and release the lever.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Power Seats 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 desired position has been reached. Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reclining The Seatback Forward Or Rearward Release the switch when the desired position has been reached. WARNING! Power Seat Recliner Switch The seatback can be reclined both forward and rearward. Push the power seat recliner switch forward or rearward, the seatback will move in the direction of the switch. • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 CAUTION! WARNING! Do not place any 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. Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for passengers. An improperly latched seatback could cause serious injury.
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 1. Reach into the back side area of the drivers front fender to gain access to the hood release lever. 2. Pull the hood release lever rearward to release the hood latches.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 3. Lift the hood upward to the full forward position. Opened Hood NOTE: The recommended lift point is to place the lifting hand forward of one of the wiper arms and pull up. The assist props will help raise and hold the hood to a normal usage position. CAUTION! • Do not leave the hood open in areas where strong gust of wind are likely. Such a place might be by the side of the road where large trucks pass by. Strong gusts of wind may damage the hood.
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 is set to ON. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by This system automatically turns the headlights on or off this feature. according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the A NOTE: The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be (AUTO) position. When the system is on, the headlight turned on or off using the Uconnect® System.
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you turn the headlights or parking lights on, or place Daytime Running Lights the ignition in ACC or RUN, the system will cancel the The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on whendelay. ever the engine is running and the park brake is off. The If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime driving. turn off in the normal manner.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights. The on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show multifunction lever is located on the left side of the proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. steering column.
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE High/Low Beam Switch Interior Lights Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch The interior lights come on when a door is opened. the headlights to high beam. Pull the multifunction lever To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam. automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Dimmer Controls Interior Light Control The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel. Rotating the dimmer control upward with the parking lights or headlights on will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights and ambient lighting. Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights.
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom OFF position. The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control upward to the first detent. This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer, Driver Information Display (DID), and radio when the position lights or headlights are on.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 are four 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 will double in duration when the vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to pushed while in the off position, the wiper will turn on the first detent and release. The wipers will cycle one and cycle approximately three times after the wash knob is released. time and automatically shut off. NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 you and then move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired. When the column is in the desired position, push the release lever forward to lock the When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on column firmly in place. after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position and programmable feature is set to ON.
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death. ADJUSTABLE PEDALS The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and Adjustable Pedals Switch seat position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control System is on. The following messages will be displayed in the Driver Information Display (DID) if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or “Adjustable Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”). NOTE: • Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows full pedal travel.
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Foot Rest To adjust the pedal: This feature allows the driver to adjust the foot rest 1. Adjust the seat and steering column to a comfortable forward or backward and to rotate it upward or downposition. ward to allow for greater driving comfort. 2. Using a socket wrench, loosen the nut on the pedal. 3. Slide the pedal either forward or backward and rotate it upward or downward as desired. 4. Tighten the nut, being careful not to over tighten it.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Electronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple speed control buttons are pushed at the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. the set speed or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set speed memory.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 The speed increment shown is dependent on the selected To Decrease Speed speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. U.S. Speed (mph) • Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph The drivers preferred units can be selected through the increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the instrument panel settings if equipped.
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Metric Speed (km/h) PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF EQUIPPED • Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 km/h decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen button results in a decrease of 1 km/h.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 displayed for up to 10 seconds when the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE unless the forward vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), the transmission is shifted into ⬙PARK⬙ or the vehicle’s ignition is placed to the OFF position. When enabled, fixed guide lines are overlaid on the image to illustrate the width of the vehicle. Different colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle.
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) 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, obstructions, or blind spots before backing up. You are responsible for the safety of your surroundings and must continue to pay attention while backing up. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 The HomeLink® buttons, located on the sunvisor, desig- Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® nate the three different HomeLink® channels. The Ensure your vehicle is parked outside of the garage HomeLink® indicator is located above the center button. before you begin programming.
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at HomeLink.com for information or assistance. Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manufactured after 1995.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in view. Firmly push and release the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” 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. 3.
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you would like to program while keeping the HomeLink® indicator To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, light in view. follow these steps: 3. Simultaneously push and hold both the HomeLink® 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. button you want to program and the hand-held trans2. Push and hold the desired HomeLink® button until mitter button.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, Canadian/Gate Operator Programming repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming transmitters in Canada/United States erase the channels. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission.
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 NOTE: cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to • If the indicator light stays on constantly, programprogram while keeping the HomeLink® indicator ming is complete and the garage door/device should light in view. activate when the HomeLink® button is pushed. 3.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 2. Push and hold the desired HomeLink® button until To do this, push and hold the two outside buttons for 20 the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note that all channels will be erased. Individual channels cannot be not release the button. erased. 3.
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at HomeLink.com for information or assistance. WARNING! • Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while programming the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 • The term IC before the certification/registration number only signifies that Industry Canada technical speciThis device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry fications were met. Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS General Information 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. Your vehicle is equipped with two 12 Volt (13 Amp) 2.
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Power Outlet Center Console Outlet The second power outlet is located between the seat NOTE: Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts backs above the cup holders. This power outlet is con- (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power nected directly by the battery and powered at all times. rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 WARNING! CAUTION! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle. • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure. • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Auxiliary Jumper Harness The SRT Viper is equipped with an auxiliary power jumper, allowing an electronic device to be directly connected to the vehicle without having to use the console power outlets. Power to the device will be controlled by the ignition switch. NOTE: The electronic device must draw less than five amps to prevent damage. To install, remove the mirror cover by pulling straight down and separating the cover pieces.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 3 Auxiliary Port Jumper Re-install the mirror cover and be sure to not pinch the wires that go into the electronic device.
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS — IF EQUIPPED STORAGE There are two cupholders located in the rear of the center Glove Compartment console. An electronic glove compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. Push in the button to open the glove compartment.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Console Features Console Cubby Bin — If Equipped An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the center console rearward of the shift lever. Opened Glove Compartment NOTE: The glove compartment will lock with the door locks unless the key fob is detected inside the vehicle.
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Net Storage — If Equipped Storage Bin — If Equipped There is a cargo net storage area located between the There is a storage bin located between the driver and driver and passengers seat. passengers seat. Pull up on the release lever to open the storage bin.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compartment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision. Door Storage The door panels contain storage areas located in the lower center area of the door panel.
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located on the climate control panel. Push this button to turn on the rear window defroster. An indicator in the 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, push the button a second time.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES . . . . . . . . . .142 䡵 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 䡵 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS . . . . .144 䡵 DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) . . . . .156 ▫ DID Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 ▫ Driver Information Display (DID) Messages . . .161 ▫ DID Yellow Telltales. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 ▫ DID Red Telltales. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 䡵 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . . . . . .194 ▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195 䡵 RADIO ANTENNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195 䡵 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES . .196 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196 䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196 ▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC). . . . . . .197 ▫ Summer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 ▫ Register (8.4AN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 ▫ Yelp® (8.4AN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215 ▫ Mobile App (8.4AN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214 ▫ SiriusXM Travel Link™ (8.4AN) . . . . . . . . . . .216 ▫ Voice Texting (8.4AN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214 ▫ Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 2 3 4 5 — Air Outlet — Sound System Speaker — Instrument Cluster — Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Start/Stop Button — Glove Compartment Lock 6 — Passenger Air Bag 7 — Glove Compartment 8 — Uconnect® System 9 — Uconnect® System Hard Controls 10 — Switch Bank (Screen Off, Hazard Switch, Back Button) 11 — Climate Controls 12 — Dimmer Controls 13 — Headlight Switch
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4
144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed. 2. Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition is first cycled to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. 3.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 NOTE: Leaving the hazard flashers on for extended NOTE: periods will wear down the battery. • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on 5. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ momentarily each time the ignition is cycled to Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped ON/RUN.
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will illuminate in gray under normal conditions, yellow for non critical warning, red for critical warnings and white for on demand information.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp anti-lock brake system reservoir. cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condiIf the light remains on when the parking brake has been tions.
148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS 9. Oil Pressure Gauge Warning Light Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. Oil Pressure Primary Gauge and Secondary gauge Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by Warning The Oil pressure Primary and Secondary gage turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the indicate the oil current pressure. When the oil pressure ON/RUN position.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should This indicator shows that the high beam headdetermine the proper tire inflation pressure for those lights are on. Push the multifunction lever fortires). ward to switch the headlights to high beam, and pull toward yourself (normal position) to return to low beam.
150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacenot reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS ment or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 14. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! (Continued) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that monitors engine control systems. The light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position, before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when cycling the ignition from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. control system. It also could affect fuel economy and driveability.
152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. DID Amber Telltale Lights 15. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Lights • Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator When the appropriate conditions exist, the following DID This light will turn on when the electronic Amber Telltale Lights will display: speed control is ON.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 18. DID Red Telltale Lights When the appropriate conditions exist, the following DID Red Telltale Lights will display: • Engine Temperature This telltale warns of an overheated engine condition. As temperatures rise and the gauge approaches H, or 260°F, this telltale will illuminate, and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold. Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass H, or 260°F.
154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 must be checked under the hood. • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) This telltale informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If the telltale comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. If a problem is detected, the telltale will come on while the engine is running.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 19. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 20. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the park This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System lights or headlights are turned on. (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. 21.
156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pushing the switches mounted on the steering wheel. The DID consists of the following: • Tachometer • MPH/KMH • Vehicle Information • Fuel Economy • Trip A • Trip B • Audio • Stored Messages • Screen Setup The Driver Information Display (DID) features a driver- • Performance interactive display that is located in the instrument • Diagnostics cluster.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 The system allows the driver to select information by • UP Arrow Button pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering Push and release the UP arrow button to scroll wheel: upward through the main menu and submenus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio, Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • LEFT Arrow Button DID Display Push and release the LEFT arrow button to return to the main menu from an info screen or submenu item. NOTE: Pushing the LEFT arrow button will override the DID “pop up” messages and return you to the menu screen.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 The DID display is located in the center portion of the 6. Suspension Status — The suspension status icon will instrument cluster and consists of the following sections: illuminate in this area. Refer to “Starting And Operating” for further information. 1. Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for 7.
160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The main display area will normally display the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main menu. The main display area also displays “pop up” messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warning or information messages. These pop up messages fall into several categories: NOTE: Pushing the LEFT arrow button will override the DID “pop up” messages and return you to the menu screen.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 Driver Information Display (DID) Messages • Cruise Ready • Front Seat Belts Unbuckled • Cruise Set To XXX MPH • Driver Seat Belt Unbuckled • Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire Pressure Warnings • Passenger Seat Belt Unbuckled • Service Tire Pressure System • Key Fob Battery Low • Parking Brake Engaged • Service Air Bag System • Brake Fluid Low • ESC Status (ESC OFF, ESC ON, ESC SPORT, ESC • TRACK, RAIN MODE) — Refer to “Starting And • Operating” for furth
162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turn Signal On DID Yellow Telltales • Service Air Bag System This area will show amber caution telltales. These telltales include: • Service Air Bag Warning Light • Driver Seat Belt Unbuckled • Low Fuel Telltale • Front Seat Belts Unbuckled When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal (11.0 L), this light will turn on, and remain on until fuel is added.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 DID Red Telltales This area will show red telltales. These telltales include: • Door Ajar The oil level should be maintained in the ⬙SAFE⬙ zone at all times. Oil level below the ⬙SAFE⬙ zone can cause the oil pressure warning lamp to illuminate under some conditions and can cause engine damage. This light will turn on to indicate that one or • Charging System Light more doors may be ajar. This light shows the status of the electrical charging system.
164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light • Engine Temperature Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. The light will come on when the ignition is first cycled ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 DID Green Telltales Tachometer • Electronic Speed Control SET Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow This telltale will illuminate green when the button until the Tachometer icon is highlighted electronic speed control is SET. Refer to “Elecin the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow tronic Speed Control” in “Understanding The button to change the display between full Features Of Your Vehicle” for further tachometer or digital speedometer. information.
166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If one or more tires have low pressure, the tire pressure values in each corner of the ICON with the pressure value of the low tire displayed in a different color than Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow the other tire pressure value. button until the Vehicle Info icon is highlighted in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow • If the Tire Pressure system requires service, “Service button to display the following information Tire Pressure System” is displayed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 Oil Temperature Current Power Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until “Oil Temperature” is highlighted in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button, and the oil temperature will be displayed. Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until “Current Power” is highlighted in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button, and the current power will be displayed.
168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the SRT icon is highlighted in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button, and 0–60 MPH Duration will be displayed. Push and release the LEFT and RIGHT arrow button to scroll through the following information submenus: SRT Performance WARNING! Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Performance Features is intended for off-highway or offroad use only and should not be done on any public roadways.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 1/8 Mile Elapsed Time Range To Empty (RTE) Push and release the LEFT and RIGHT arrow button Average Fuel Economy/Miles Per Gallon (MPG Baruntil the last 1/8 Mile Top Speed & Duration information graph) is displayed. Current Miles Per Gallon (MPG) G-Force Instant Trip A Push and release the LEFT and RIGHT arrow button until the Current G-Forces are displayed.
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip B — If Equipped Push and release Up or Down arrow button until the Trip B icon is highlighted in the DID. The Trip B information will display the following: • Distance Audio Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Audio display icon is highlighted in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to display the active source.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items • Battery Upper Left • Coolant Temperature • None Upper Right • Compass • None • Temperature • Compass • Range To Empty (RTE) • Temperature • Average Fuel • Range To Empty (RTE) • Current Fuel • Average Fuel • Trip A • Current Fuel • Trip B • Trip A • Elapsed Time • Trip B • Oil Pressure • Elapsed Time • Oil Temperature • Oil Pressure 4
172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Temperature • Battery Tach. Peak Hold When enabled, the Tach. Peak Hold function marks the peak Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) on the tachometer • Coolant Temperature gauge for 3 seconds when the RPM is above 4000.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Diagnostic Codes Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Diagnostic Code icon is highlighted in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to display any present diagnostic trouble codes along with a brief definition. Vehicle Hibernation Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Hibernation icon is highlighted Tach. Peak Hold in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow Select up and down to toggle between “ON” and “OFF.
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® SETTINGS The Uconnect® system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allow you to access and change the customer programmable features. NOTE: Many features can vary by vehicle Uconnect® 8.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Buttons On the Faceplate system allows you to access programmable features that may be equipped such as Display, Voice, Clock, Safety & Driving Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Engine Off Options, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth®, SiriusXM Setup, Restore Settings, Clear Personal Data, and System Information. Buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect® system in the center of the instrument panel.
176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The usage of the Parade Mode feature will cause the radio to activate the “Display Brightness With HeadAfter pressing the Display button on the touchscreen the lights OFF” control even though the headlights are on. following settings will be available. • Display Brightness With Headlights OFF • Display Mode Display This feature will allow you to select one of the auto display settings.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 and the navigation system (if equipped). Press the Set Language button on the touchscreen and then press the desired language button on the touchscreen until a check-mark appears next to the language, showing that setting has been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the back button on the faceplate.
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL designated turn within a programmed route. To turn on or enable, press the Navigation Turn-By-Turn In Cluster button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu or push the back button on the faceplate.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 that setting has been selected. Press the back arrow return to the previous menu or press the “X” button on button on the touchscreen to return to the previous the touchscreen to close out of the settings screen. menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. • Time Format • Set Time Hours This feature will allow you to select the time format This feature will allow you to adjust the hours. The “Sync display setting.
180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL time with GPS” button on the touchscreen until a check- • Time Format mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has This feature will allow you to select the time format been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchdisplay setting. Press the “Time Format” button on the screen to return to the previous menu. touchscreen until a check-mark appears next to the • Set Time Hours “12hrs” or “24hrs” setting, showing that setting has been selected.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 Safety & Driving Assistance — If Equipped • Hill Start Assist — If Equipped After pressing the Safety & Driving Assistance button on When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) the touchscreen the following settings will be available: system is active.
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the • Headlight Illumination On Approach previous menu, or push the back button on the faceplate.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 with Lock button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. • Auto Unlock On Exit When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened.
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen When ⬙All Doors⬙ is selected for 1st Press Of Key Fob to return to the previous menu, or push the back button Unlocks, all doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button. on the faceplate. • Sound Horn With Lock When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when the Key Fob Lock button is pressed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Entry (RKE) transmitter lock or unlock buttons. To make your selection, press the “Passive Entry” button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”.
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio • Speed Adjusted Volume After pressing the Audio button on the touchscreen the This feature increases or decreases volume relative to following settings will be available. vehicle speed. To change the Speed Adjusted Volume press the “Off,” “1,” “2,” or “3” button on the touch• Balance/Fade screen. Then press the arrow back button on the touchThis feature allows you to adjust the Balance and Fade screen. settings.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 • AUX Volume Offset • Paired Audio Sources This feature provides the ability to tune the audio level for portable devices connected through the AUX input. To make your selection, press the “AUX Volume Match” button on the touchscreen, choose a level from –3 to +3 followed by pressing the back arrow button on the touchscreen. This feature shows which audio devices are paired to the Phone/Bluetooth® system.
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Subscription Information Restore Settings New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio with your radio. Following the expiration of the free services, it will be necessary to access the information on the Subscription Information screen to re-subscribe.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 Clear Personal Data System Information After pressing the “Clear Personal Data Settings” button After pressing the “System Information” button on the on the touchscreen the following settings will be avail- touchscreen the following settings will be available: able: • System Information • Clear Personal Data When System Information is selected, a System InformaWhen this feature is selected it will remove personal data tion screen will appear displaying the system s
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING! Measurement of vehicle statistics with the SRT Performance Pages is intended for off-highway or offroad use only and should not be done on any public roadways. It is recommended that these features be used in a controlled environment and within the limits of the law. The capabilities of the vehicle as measured by the Performance Pages must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which can jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 • Best The “Tickets” contain the timers listed below: Pressing the “Best” button displays the best recorded run • 0-60 MPH (0-100 km/h) of performance timers, except for braking data. Displays the time it takes for the vehicle to go from 0 to 60 mph (0 to 100 km/h). • Save Pressing the “Save” button will let you save the last run.
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The distance measurement will be aborted if the Gauges 1 brake pedal is released before the vehicle comes to a When selected, this screen displays the following values: complete stop. • Oil Temperature • Brake Speed Displays the actual oil temperature. Displays the speed the vehicle is traveling when the • Oil Pressure brake pedal is depressed. NOTE: Brake Distance and Speed timers will only dis- Displays the actual oil pressure.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 • Intake Air Temperature • Torque (ft-lb) Displays the actual intake air temperature. Displays the actual torque. • Oil Pressure • Oil Pressure (psi) Displays the actual oil pressure. Displays the actual oil pressure. • Battery Voltage Options Displays the actual battery voltage. When selected, this screen allows you to set your SRT home page picture, and configure the vehicle color.
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Located at the rear area of the center console, this feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port. iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. For further information, refer to the Uconnect® Supplement Manual.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 The button located in the center of the right hand control will switch modes to Radio or other valid audio source. The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push-button in the center. The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in. The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode.
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Satellite/Navigation antenna is located in the rear General Information liftgate, while the cellular phone antenna is on the This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and windshield behind the interior rearview mirror. RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Buttons On The Touchscreen Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the The buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect® system touchscreen. Uconnect® touchscreen.
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Buttons On The 4. AUTO Temperature Control Faceplate And Buttons On The Touchscreen) Controls airflow temperature, distribution, volume, and 1. MAX A/C Button the amount of air recirculation automatically. Press and Press and release to change the current setting, the release to select. Refer to “Automatic Operation” for indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON. Performing more information.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 6. Rear Defrost Button CAUTION! (Continued) Press and release this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 10 minutes. • 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. 7.
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Button On The Touchscreen Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting. Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar area between the icons. 8. Modes airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets. • Bi-Level Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the • Mix Mode system to maintain by adjusting the driver and pasAir comes from the floor, defrost and side senger temperature control buttons. Once the desired window demist outlets. This mode works best temperature is displayed, the system will achieve and in cold or snowy conditions. automatically maintain that comfort level. 9. Climate Control OFF Button 3.
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL feature. Refer to the “Customer Programmable Fea- NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may tures — Uconnect® System Settings” in this section of lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation mode is not allowed in Defrost mode to improve window the manual. clearing operation. Recirculation will be disabled autoTo provide you with maximum comfort in the Automatic matically if these modes are selected.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 coolant selection. Use of the air Recirculation mode NOTE: Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will auduring Winter months is not recommended because it tomatically adjust the climate control settings to reduce or eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. may cause window fogging. When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable. Vacation/Storage Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service Outside Air Intake (i.e.
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 Uconnect® VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS Introducing Uconnect® Start using Uconnect® Voice Recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect® 8.4AN system. 4 Uconnect® 8.4AN If you see the icon on your touchscreen, you have the Uconnect® 8.4AN system.
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Get Started Two buttons are all you need to control your Uconnect® system with your voice. 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing in- Basic Voice Commands structions. The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger con- point while using your Uconnect® system. versations are examples of noise that may impact Push the VR button .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 • Tune to Satellite Channel Hits 1 TIP: At any time, if you are not sure of what to say or want to learn a Voice Command, push the VR button and say “Help.” The system will provide you with a list of commands. 4 Uconnect® 8.4AN Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscription or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) .
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all of the music on your iPod® or USB device. Your Voice Uconnect® offers connections via USB, SD, Bluetooth® Command must match exactly how the artist, album, and auxiliary ports (If Equipped). Voice operation is only song and genre information is displayed. available for connected USB and iPod® devices. (Remote CD player optional and not available on all vehicles.) Media .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Phone Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect®. When the Phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. Check UconnectPhone.com for mobile phone compatibility and pairing instructions. TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone button and say “Call,” then pronounce the name exactly as it appears in your phone book. When a contact has multiple phone numbers, you can say “Call John Smith work.” 4 .
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Voice Text Reply Uconnect® will announce incoming text messages. Push and say Listen. (Must have comthe Phone button patible mobile phone paired to Uconnect® system.) 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push . After the beep, say: “Reply.” the Phone button PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES I’ll call you I need See you in later. directions. of minutes. I’m on my way. Can’t talk right now. I’m lost. Thanks.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the Navigation (8.4AN) following commands: The Uconnect® navigation feature helps you save time • Set temperature to 70 degrees and become more productive when you know exactly TIP: Voice Command for Climate may only be used to how to get to where you want to go. adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle. . After 1. To enter a destination, push the VR button the beep, say: • For the 8.
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: To start a POI search, push the VR button After the beep, say: “ Find nearest coffee shop.” . section of this guide. To register with Uconnect® Access, press the SRT & Apps button on the 8.4-inch touchscreen to get started. Detailed registration instructions can be found on the next page. *Uconnect® Access is available only on equipped vehicles purchased within the continental United States and Alaska.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Roadside Assistance Call Wi-Fi Hotspot*** **If vehicle is equipped. 5. Click on the link inside the email within 72 hours and complete the easy online registration process to create a personal Mopar® Owner Connect account linked to your vehicle. ***Extra charges apply. Register (8.4AN) 4 1. Press the SRT & Apps button on the bottom of the 8.4-inch touchscreen. 2.
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Download the Uconnect® Access App to a compatible Securely link your mobile device to your vehicle with the Apple® or Android® mobile devices. All you need to do Uconnect® Access App. Once you have downloaded the is: App, you may start your vehicle or lock it from virtually 1. After registering with Uconnect® Access, log on to any distance. (Vehicle must be properly equipped with your Mopar® Owner Connect account at factory-installed Remote Start.) moparownerconnect.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 2. Listen to the prompt. After the beep, dictate the Yelp® (8.4AN) message you would like to send. Wait for Uconnect® Once registered with Uconnect® Access, you can use to process your message. your voice to search for the most popular places or things 3. The Uconnect® system will repeat your message and around you. provide a variety of options to add to, delete, send or 1. Press the “SRT & Apps” button on the touchscreen. hear the message again.
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: Once you perform a search, you can reorganize the SiriusXM Travel Link™ (8.4AN) results by selecting either the Best Match, Rating or Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, Distance tab on the top of the touchscreen display. check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast? SiriusXM Travel Link™ is a suite of services that brings a wealth of information right to your Uconnect® 8.4AN system. .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. Yelp, Yelp logo, Yelp burst and related marks are registered trademarks of Yelp. Uconnect® System Support: • U.S. residents call 1-877-855-8400 or visit DriveUconnect.com • Canadian residents call 1-800-465-2001 (English) or 1-800-387-9983 (French) or visit DriveUconnect.ca Mon. – Fri., 7:00 am – 12:00 am, ET SiriusXM Travel Link™ Additional Information Sat., 8:00 am – 10:00 pm, ET Sun.
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 STARTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222 䡵 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES . . . . . . . . .232 ▫ Normal Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222 ▫ Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224 ▫ Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232 ▫ After Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 䡵 DRIVING THROUGH WATER . . . .
220 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Brake Pad Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239 ▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .261 䡵 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .241 ▫ Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .261 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241 ▫ Tire Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .262 ▫ Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . .243 ▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STARTING AND OPERATING 221 䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277 䡵 ADDING FUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282 ▫ 8.4L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277 ▫ Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release. . . . . . . . .284 ▫ Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .278 䡵 TRAILER TOWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286 ▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . .278 䡵 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) . .
222 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct any other occupant to buckle their seat belt. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
STARTING AND OPERATING 223 NOTE: The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor. • You must disarm the security system in order to start the engine. Refer to “Security Alarm System” in 3. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL. “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for 4. Press the red ENGINE START/STOP button located on the instrument panel. Release the button when the further information. engine starts.
224 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. WARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury. (Continued) • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started.
STARTING AND OPERATING 225 all the way to the floor. Release the accelerator pedal and floor during each shift. As you release the clutch pedal, the ENGINE START button once the engine is running lightly press the accelerator pedal. smoothly. If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor, the “Normal Starting” procedure should be repeated.
226 STARTING AND OPERATING Ensure the transmission is in first gear when moving spring helps you know which gear you are in when you forward from a standing position. are shifting. Be careful when shifting from first to second or downshifting from sixth to fifth. CAUTION! Failure to start out in first gear when moving forward from a starting position may result in damage to the clutch. Shifting Fully press the clutch pedal and lift your foot off the accelerator pedal before shifting gears.
STARTING AND OPERATING 227 NOTE: (clutch pedal released), but it may also be heard when driving. The noise may also be more noticeable when the transmission is warm. This noise is normal and is not an indication of a problem with your clutch or transmission. • Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission reverse inhibitor system. When vehicle speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h), the reverse inhibitor activates to help prevent shifts into REVERSE.
228 STARTING AND OPERATING cruise conditions (relatively steady speeds) will result in coolant is higher than 107°F (42°C), and vehicle speed is increased fuel economy, and may be used as indicated. greater than 16 mph (26 km/h) but less than 18 mph (29 km/h), and engine speed is less than 1,550 RPM, and MANUAL TRANSMISSION the transmission is in first gear, and the accelerator is at 20% throttle or less.
STARTING AND OPERATING 229 CAUTION! If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you could damage the engine, transmission, or clutch. WARNING! Skipping more than one gear while downshifting, could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. You could have a collision. the system will automatically shift the suspension dampers to the firmer Race damping setting during some hard acceleration and braking situations.
230 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: LAUNCH MODE • With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the sus- This system maximizes acceleration traction for straight pension damping system will be in the last mode the line racing. system was in when the vehicle was turned off. The 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop on a level track driver can select either Street or Race damping mode surface with the engine running. at any time. 2. Set the steering wheel for straight ahead driving.
STARTING AND OPERATING 231 NOTE: If the cluster launch DID message indicates all conditions are correct for launch and the throttle is pressed to the floor quickly (within approximately 1/2 second) the system will hold the engine speed to a preset speed (below the engine rev limiter speed). 6. Release the clutch aggressively. Do not ride the clutch. Release the accelerator pedal to deactivate launch control. Pressing the launch control button or actuating the brakes will also deactivate launch control.
232 STARTING AND OPERATING • Launch mode should not be used within the first 500 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES miles of engine break-in. Acceleration WARNING! Launch Mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be used on any public roadways. It is recommended that this feature be used in a controlled environment, and within the limits of the law.
STARTING AND OPERATING 233 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are DRIVING THROUGH WATER slushy. Driving through water more than a few inches/ centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure 2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. CAUTION! Driving your vehicle through deep puddles at speeds over 5 mph (8 km/h), may cause water to be ingested into the engine. This can cause severe engine damage. 3.
234 STARTING AND OPERATING Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water, consider the following Cautions and Warnings before doing so. 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 vehicle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping distances.
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through standing water. Do not continue to operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated, as this may result in further damage.
236 STARTING AND OPERATING system. This noise should be considered normal, and it does not in any way damage the steering system. CAUTION! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should be avoided when possible. Damage to the power steering pump may occur. Power Steering Fluid Check CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering system as the chemicals can damage your power steering components.
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 PARKING BRAKE WARNING! Before leaving the vehicle, make sure you fully apply the parking brake and shift the transmission into REVERSE. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. As an added precaution when parking the vehicle, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. To apply the parking brake, grasp the handle and pull it rearward until you feel resistance.
238 STARTING AND OPERATING The “Brake System Warning Light” in the instrument cluster will turn on when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position and the parking brake is applied. NOTE: • This light only shows that the parking brake is applied or a brake/ABS system fault. It does not show the degree of brake application. If the “Brake System Warning Light” is illuminated when the parking brake is not applied please see your authorized dealer.
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability, the remaining system will still function. However, there will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness. You may notice increased pedal travel during application, greater pedal force required to slow or stop, and potential activation of the “Brake System Warning Light.” In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e.
240 STARTING AND OPERATING Safe Operating Tips WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! To use your brakes and accelerator more safely, follow these tips: • Do not “ride” the brakes by resting your foot on the pedal. This could overheat the brakes and result in unpredictable braking action, longer stopping distances, or brake damage. • When descending mountains or hills, repeated braking can cause brake fade with loss of braking control.
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 The ABS conducts a low-speed self-test at approximately 12 mph (20 km/h). If you have your foot lightly on the Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake pedal while this test is occurring, you may feel a brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake slight pedal movement. The movement can be more System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), and Elecapparent on ice and snow and be considered normal. tronic Stability Control (ESC).
242 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment. This interference can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capability. Installation of such equipment should be performed by qualified professionals. • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to a collision.
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the speeds, it may indicate a system malfunction or that the system is inoperative. In this case, the system reverts to computer. standard non-anti-lock brakes. If this occurs, safely bring the vehicle to a complete stop as soon as possible and WARNING! cycle the ignition to attempt to reset the ABS.
244 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Stability Control In full on mode the TCS system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESC corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel. Engine power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Operating Modes The ESC system may have five available operating modes: ESC On This is the normal operating mode for the ESC system. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this mode. The ESC On mode should be used for most driving situations. The ESC should only be turned OFF for specific reasons as noted in the following paragraphs.
246 STARTING AND OPERATING ⬙ESC OFF⬙ message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of the odometer). The “ESC OFF” message may appear in the Driver Information Display (DID). Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. To turn ESC ON again, momentarily press the “ESC Off” switch. WARNING! With the ESC switched OFF, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESC is unavailable.
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 roads during cold temperatures, or when the driver TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION wants enhanced stability due to lack of familiarity or Tire Markings experience with the vehicle’s response. To enter the “Rain Mode” mode, press the “ESC” switch three times. The “ESC Rain Light” will illuminate, and the ⬙ESC RAIN⬙ message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
248 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com• P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: molded into the sidewall preceding the size designaT145/80D18 103M. tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S.
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or ⴖ....blank....ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
250 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index – A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol – A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions – The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions (i.e.
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire. with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
252 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 Term Maximum Inflation Pressure Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Tire Placard Definition The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire. The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall. Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard.
254 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 Tire And Loading Information Placard 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading 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. 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
256 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 referenced here. 5. Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit is 650 lbs (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 lbs (68 kg) = 750 lbs (340 kg), and 1400 lbs (635 kg) – 750 lbs (340 kg) = 650 lbs [295 kg]). Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
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258 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 WARNING! (Continued) • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. Fuel Economy Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance resulting in higher fuel consumption.
260 STARTING AND OPERATING At least once a month: mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidepocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual wall. judgement when determining proper inflation.
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low. Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation WARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maximum load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. You could have a serious collision. Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
262 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (spring, summer, fall and winter). Traction levels may vary be• The tire has not been driven on when flat. tween different all season tires.
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. WARNING! Do not use summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You could lose vehicle control, resulting in severe injury or death. Driving too fast for conditions also creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control.
264 STARTING AND OPERATING While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states prohibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked before using these tire types. Run Flat Tires — If Equipped Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation pressure. This rapid loss of inflation is referred to as the Run Flat mode.
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation pattern. Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equipment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first opportunity.
266 STARTING AND OPERATING your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. first opportunity. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare WARNING! tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size Limited-use spares are for emergency use only.
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced. ping. Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further information. 5 WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
268 STARTING AND OPERATING These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or higher, and summer tires typically have a reduced grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle mainbecomes a 1/16 of an inch (2 mm). When the tread is tenance schedule is highly recommended. worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu- you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect lent to the originals in size, quality and performance the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle. when replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on “Tread Wear Indicator.
270 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity, other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure. You could lose control and have a collision. • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 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 interval. Remember, more frequent rotation is permissible if desired. Also, correct for anything causing rapid or unusual wear prior to performing the tire rotation. NOTE: Each wheel on your vehicle contains a tire pressure sensor.
272 STARTING AND OPERATING cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into Receiver module the tire sidewall. Refer to “Tires – General Information” Four TPM sensors in “Starting and Operating” for information on how to properly inflate the vehicle’s tires.
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 cold placard pressure. Once the low tire pressure warning TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF only after the tires are (Tire Pressure Monitoring [TPM] Telltale Light) illumi- inflated to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard presnates, you must increase the tire pressure to the recom- sure value. mended cold placard pressure in order for the TPM Telltale CAUTION! Light to turn off.
274 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) • 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 TPM sensor.
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 • Receiver module Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition (those • Four TPM sensors in a different color in the DID graphic) to the vehicle’s • Various TPMS messages which display in the Driver recommended cold placard pressure inflation value as shown in the ⬙Inflate to XX⬙ message.
276 STARTING AND OPERATING seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. pressure value to indicate which sensor is not being 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. received. The DID will also display a ⬙SERVICE TPM SYSTEM⬙ If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, message for a minimum of five seconds when a system providing the system fault still exists.
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 • This device must accept any interference received, Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to including interference that may cause undesired op- your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at eration. high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required. The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the followPoor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard ing licenses: starting, stalling, and hesitations.
278 STARTING AND OPERATING Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” Reformulated gasoline contain oxygenates and are specifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality. The use of reformulated gasoline is recommended. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will provide improved performance and durability of engine and fuel system components.
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles • Change the engine oil and oil filter. Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- • Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the line containing up to 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with engine controller memory. higher ethanol content may void the New Vehicle LimMore extensive repairs will be required for prolonged ited Warranty. exposure to E-85 fuel.
280 STARTING AND OPERATING therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether Fuel System Cautions the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline. CAUTION! Materials Added To Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and they would result in additional cost.
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 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 performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
282 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. • Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. ADDING FUEL NOTE: In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel door from opening.
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 NOTE: A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the spare tire area) to open the flapper door to allow for emergency refueling with a gas can. CAUTION! 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 fuel door is open or the tank is being filled. • Never add fuel when the engine is running.
284 STARTING AND OPERATING Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel filler door emergency release procedure by following the proceeding steps. 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Locate the carpet access door (on the right side inner trim panel of the trunk).
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 3. Pull the edge of the access door on the right side inner 4. Pull the release cable to release the fuel door. trim panel to expose the emergency release cable.
286 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Return the release cable to the original position (inside the inner trim panel) and push the carpet back into the original position. Fuel Door Open Carpet Into Original Position TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) Towing Condition Flat Tow Dolly Tow On Trailer Wheels OFF The Ground None Front Rear All NOTE: If the vehicle requires towing, make sure all four wheels are off the ground. Manual Transmission NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT RECOMMENDED OK CAUTION! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmission damage.
288 STARTING AND OPERATING GROUND CLEARANCE The front and rear fascias and side sills ride low and ground clearance is limited. CAUTION! Damage to the front and rear fascias and side sills can occur if you disregard the low ground clearance in these areas of your vehicle. Pay close attention when parking to avoid running into parking curbs. Exercise caution when entering or exiting steep driveways, or when pulling off the road onto soft shoulders.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 HAZARD WARNING FLASHER . . . . . . . . . . .290 ▫ Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions. . . . . . . . . .295 䡵 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . . . . . . .290 ▫ Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit . . . . . . . . .297 䡵 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE 䡵 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . .303 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291 䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . .307 ▫ Torque Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
290 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel above the climate controls. IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning potential for overheating by taking the appropriate acflasher. When the switch is activated, all direc- tion.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 291 • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS system adds heat to the engine cooling system and Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure turning the A/C off can help remove this heat. that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle.
292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles. Torque Patterns After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated Wheel Mounting Surface Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each against the wheel. nut/bolt has been tightened twice.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. Tire Service Kit Storage The Tire Service Kit is located in the left side of the trunk. TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED Small punctures up to ¼” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire.
294 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Tire Service Kit Components And Operation Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Selecting Air Mode Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to this position for air pump operation only. Use the Black Air Pump Hose (7) when selecting this mode.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 295 Using The Power Button Push and release the Power Button (4) once to turn On the Tire Service Kit. Push and release the Power Button (4) again to turn Off the Tire Service Kit. Using The Deflation Button Push the Deflation Button (2) to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated.
296 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the Tire Service Kit. • You can use the Tire Service Kit air pump to inflate bicycle tires.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 297 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat source. • A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place provided. Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES on the ground. This will provide the best positioning 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated valve stem. tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in this position 5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the before proceeding. vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet. 3.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 299 NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and tire. the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10 seconds through the Sealant Hose (6): If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant Hose (6): 1. Push the Power Button (4) to turn Off the Tire Service Kit.
300 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3). valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the Tire Service Kit in the vehicle If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) storage location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive Vepressure within 15 minutes: hicle.” • The tire is too badly damaged.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 301 (D) Drive Vehicle: (E) After Driving: Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure to Use Tire Service Kit” before continuing. distribution of the Tire Service Kit Sealant within the tire. 1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to the Air Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h). Mode position.
302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: 5. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the instrument panel after the tire has been repaired. 1. Push the Power Button (4) to turn on Tire Service Kit and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire 6. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) and loading information label on the driver-side door assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as posopening. sible.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire Service Kit JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES housing. 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing. Push the bottle into the housing. An audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked into place. 6.
304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The battery is located underneath an access Connecting The Jumper Cables panel inside the rear compartment on the left side of the 1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry vehicle. A remote battery terminal is located in the engine such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an compartment for jump-starting. inadvertent electrical contact. 2.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 305 CAUTION! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. 6. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 7. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Remote Jump Start Connections 1 — Remote Positive (+) Post 2 — Remote Negative (-) Post 8.
306 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not connect the jumper 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. Only use the specific ground point, do not use any other exposed metal parts. Disconnecting The Jumper Cables 1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable from the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 2.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 307 CAUTION! Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting. FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion.
308 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! 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 when you are stuck. And do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Do not tow with sling-type equipment.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 8.4L . . . . . . . . . .311 ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318 䡵 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) . . .312 ▫ Hibernation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 䡵 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312 ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .321 䡵 REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314 䡵 DEALER SERVICE . . . . . . . .
310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335 ▫ Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . .356 ▫ Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336 ▫ Taillamp, Tail/Stop Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .356 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336 ▫ Rear Turn Signal Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .356 䡵 FUSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 8.
312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! To meet new government regulations and promote cleaner air, your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Prolonged driving with the light on could cause onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system further damage to the emission control system. It monitors the performance of the emissions and engine could also affect fuel economy and driveability. The control systems.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light ready for testing. (MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II 3.
314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to update. A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready. DEALER SERVICE Your authorized dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle. Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed “Maintenance Schedule”, there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the future.
316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change interbefore starting the engine after it has sat overnight. vals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will whichever occurs first. give you an incorrect reading.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service SAE 0W-40 engine oil such as MOPAR® or Pennzoil station or governmental agency for advice on how and Ultra® is preferred for use in all operating temperatures. where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended your area. engine oil viscosity for your engine.
318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR® engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recomRefer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper mended. maintenance intervals. Engine Air Cleaner Filter WARNING! CAUTION! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 To gain access to the battery, remove the floor portion of the rear compartment carpet. Battery Location WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+) and negative (-) and are identified on the battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 3. Press the right arrow button on the steering wheel controls for one second. Vehicle will countdown from ten seconds and enter Hibernation Mode. NOTE: You may press the right arrow button on the steering wheel controls during the countdown to abort Hibernation Mode. To Deactivate Hibernation Mode 1. Press the RKE UNLOCK button to unlock the vehicle. 2. Press the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air conditioning components. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perforClean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary.
324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 CAUTION! • The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control device and may seriously reduce engine performance and cause serious damage to the engine. • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System 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 the vehicle. • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (antifreeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE months (before the onset of freezing weather, where CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. applicable).
328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reduc- • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deioning this extended maintenance period, it is important that ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conformwill reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the ing to MS.90032) throughout the life of your vehicle. engine cooling system.
330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recommended and can result in cooling system damage. If HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) as soon as possible.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately. Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate.
332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If an examination of your engine compartment shows no • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is • Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible brake damage. You would not have your full braking capacity in an emergency. Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap.
334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your brake system and/or impair its performance. The proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder reservoir.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 brake fluid must be changed at the intervals specified in the “Maintenance Schedule.” Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information. See your authorized dealer for service. Manual Transmission Transmission Fluid Level Check Check the fluid in the transmission when performing other underbody services. Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug located on the left side of the transmission. The fluid level should be approximately 1/4 in (6.
336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Rear Axle Axle Lubricant Level Check Check the exterior of the axle for evidence of gear oil leakage every 12 months or 6,000 miles (10 000 km). This check should be made with the vehicle level and on the ground or raised on an axle and wheel type hoist.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR® Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contamiyour paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint.
338 MAINTAINING 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 non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner. CAUTION! Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and MOPAR® Total Clean. 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 conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition. WARNING! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE equipped with radio antennas. Do not use scrapers or Seat Belt Maintenance other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements. Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. directly on the mirror.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 WARNING! (Continued) assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.). Aero Group (Front Splitter) — If Equipped The front splitter will not flex or compress against impacts from the front. If an impact does occur, have the splitter inspected. A cracked or delaminated splitter should be replaced. 7 Front Splitter Always leave ample room and be sure to educate anyone you allow to operate the vehicle.
342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Use care when approaching parking blocks, tall speed bumps and garage curbs. These surfaces can damage your splitter. Use caution when driving up to sloped surfaces or over speed bumps. Approaching a speed bump or a slope at a slight angle may improve your clearance. CAUTION! • Hard contact with steep ramps may cause damage to your splitter. • Replace rub strips when they are worn down to 1/8 inch (3 mm) on the front edge.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 WARNING! (Continued) • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer. Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. This center contains fuses and relays.
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Relay 4 — 5 — 6 — 7 — 8 — 9 10 11 12 — — — — Cartridge Fuse 40 Amp Green 40 Amp Green 40 Amp Green 40 Amp Green 40 Amp Green 30 Amp Pink 30 Amp Pink Jumper Black 25 Amp Clear Mini-Fuse Description — Rad Fan Rly High — ABS/ESP Pump Feed — Starter — CBC (Ext. Lighting #1) — CBC (Ext.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 Cavity Relay 13 — Cartridge Fuse — 14 15 16 17 — — — — — — — — 18 19 20 21 22 23 — — — — — — 30 Amp 30 Amp 30 Amp 20 Amp — — Pink Pink Pink Blue Mini-Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 15 Amp Blue 25 Amp circuit breaker — — — — — 15 Amp Blue Horn A/C Clutch Diagnostic, Fuel Door, Stop Switch KIN, RF Hub Power Seats Driver Door Mod Passenger Door Mod Rear Window Defroster Wiper B+ Jumper HVAC MOD, Cluster, ICS-Switch Bank 7
346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Relay 24 — Cartridge Fuse — 25 — — 26 — — 27 — — 28 29 — — 30 — 31 32 — — — 40 Amp Green 20 Amp Yellow — Jumper Black Mini-Fuse Description 25 Amp Clear 25 Amp Clear 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow — — PCM-Powertrain Control Module Fuel Pump ASD #1 ASD #2 Spare HVAC Blower — RR Power Outlet, Adj.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 Cavity Relay 33 — 34 35 36 37 38 — — — — — Cartridge Fuse 20 Amp Yellow — — — — — 39 40 41 42 — — G8VA G8VA — — — — Mini-Fuse Description — Run Acc relay — — 10 Amp Red 15 Amp Blue 20 Amp Yellow 10 Amp Red — — — B+ Jumper Spare ORC Mod Run Cluster, Camera Active Damping Suspension 7 HVAC Module, In Car Temp, Blower Relay Spare Run/Start Fuel Door
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Relay Mini-Fuse Description — Cartridge Fuse — 43AC (Forward Fuse) 43BE (Rearward Fuse) 44AC (Forward Fuse) 44BE (Rearward Fuse) 45 46 47 2 Amp Grey SCCM — — 10 Amp Red Corax — — 10 Amp Red Rear View Mirror, Aux Port Jumper. — — 10 Amp Red IBS — — — — — — 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red PCM-Powertrain Control Module, Fuel Pump Relay.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 Cavity Relay 48 49 — — Cartridge Fuse — — 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 HC Micro HC Micro HC Micro HC Micro HC Relay HC Micro HC Micro G8VA G8VA HC Micro HC Micro — — — — — — — — — — — Mini-Fuse Description 10 Amp Red 25 Amp Clear — — — — — — — — — — — SCCM Amplifier Rad Fan Rad Fan Relay SER/PAR Starter Relay Rear Window Defroster Relay Rad Fan Relay High Wiper ON/OFF Wiper LO/HI Horn Relay A/C Clutch Relay HVAC Blower Fuel Pump 7
350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Relay 61 62 63 64 65 G8VA G8VA HC Micro HC Micro G8VA Cartridge Fuse — — — — — Mini-Fuse Description — — — — — Run Relay #1 Run Relay #2 ASD #1 ASD #2 Run Accy #1, Pop Up, Driver Door Window Switch NOTE: A 15 Amp fuse for the radio system is located in-line at the battery positive terminal. CAUTION! • When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 CAUTION! (Continued) • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating 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. VEHICLE STORAGE • Check that the radiator coolant level of protection is to at least -20°F (-29°C).
352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If the vehicle will be subjected to freezing temperatures, either remove the battery and store it in a dry, well ventilated area or connect a trickle charger (1.5 Amp) with automatic shutdown / overcharge protection to the battery. However, do not leave the trickle charger hooked up to the battery without being plugged in to a 110 Volt AC outlet, as this will result in further drain on the vehicle’s battery.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 Check the battery every four to six weeks to ensure that 3. Make sure that the HOOD, LIFTGATE, and DOOR the voltage is above 12.10 Volts. The voltage will drop switches are in adjustment. Perform the quick system more rapidly in hot temperatures. If battery voltage check, which follows: drops below 12.10 Volts, follow the battery recharge Use the remote transmitter to set the alarm. If the alarm procedure in the Service Manual.
354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Message Center Indicators Cluster Gauge Pack Heater Control Interior Lamp Courtesy Foot Well Lights Cargo Lamp (Coupe Liftgate) Bulb Number 103 LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) 103 37 LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) 168
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Exterior Bulbs Low/High Beam Headlamp Front Park/Turn Signal Lamp Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Front Side Marker Lamp Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp Rear Marker Lamp Backup Lamp License Lamp Bulb Number HID (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) 2821M LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) 2821M LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) LED (Serviced at A
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Taillamp, Tail/Stop Lamp NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmospheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will usually accelerate the clearing process. For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. Front Headlamp, Front Park/Turn Signal Lamp For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Engine Oil With Filter We recommend you use synthetic SAE 0W-40, API Certified. Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Rear Axle We recommend you use Castrol SAF-XJ/SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant. Cooling System * We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032) 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent).
358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs Fuel Selection Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032. We recommend you use a full synthetic 0W-40 engine oil such as MOPAR® or Pennzoil Ultra or equivalent engine oil. We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filters.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze).
360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Transmission Rear Axle Brake/Clutch Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. We recommend you use Castrol SAF-XJ/SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant. We recommend you use MOPAR® Brake and Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor Vehicle. We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR® or ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . .362 ▫ MAINTENANCE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
362 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Stop For Fuel The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this • Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a manual must be done at the times or mileages specified fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent mainaccuracy of the oil level reading.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 363 Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, • Inspect the exhaust system. even if it occurs before your next scheduled service. NOTE: Also, inspect the exhaust system if you notice a • Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals change in the sound of the exhaust system, or if the as required.
364 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Or Kilometers: 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 160,000 170,000 180,000 190,000 200,000 210,000 220,000 230,000 240,000 250,000 150,000 42,000 30 70,000 144,000 36,000 24 60,000 138,000 30,000 18 50,000 132,000 24,000 12 40,000 126,000 18,000 6 30,000 120,000 12,0
48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Or Kilometers: 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 160,000 170,000 180,000 190,000 200,000 210,000 220,000 230,000 240,000 250,000 150,000 42,000 30 70,000 144,000 36,000 24 60,000 138,000 30,000 18 50,000 132,000 24,000 12 40,000 126,000 18,000 6 30,000 120,000 12,000 Or Months: 20,000 114
48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Or Kilometers: 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 160,000 170,000 180,000 190,000 200,000 210,000 220,000 230,000 240,000 250,000 150,000 42,000 30 70,000 144,000 36,000 24 60,000 138,000 30,000 18 50,000 132,000 24,000 12 40,000 126,000 18,000 6 30,000 120,000 12,000 Or Months: 20,000 114
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 367 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. • Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. This could cause an accident.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371 ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .373 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .371 ▫ Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .373 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . .
370 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .377 ▫ Treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .377 ▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .377 ▫ Temperature Grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 371 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment 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 dealers, 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.
372 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and • Authorized dealer name the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re- FCA US LLC Customer Center solved with this process. P.O.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 373 Mexico, D. F. Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 and for Voice callers, dial 1-800-855-0511 to connect with a Bell Relay Service operator.
374 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer 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 contact the person listed in those documents.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 375 campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recommended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424- 9153), operating at its best. or go to http://www.safercar.
376 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 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. Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 377 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1-800-890-4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
378 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE WARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
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380 INDEX About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .328 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282 Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .323 Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .280 Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Air Bag . . . . . . .
INDEX 381 Auto Down Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Auto Unlock, Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Auto Up Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) . . . . . . . .129 Auxiliary Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
382 INDEX Radiator (Coolant Pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330 Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337 Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270 Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .249 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .
INDEX 383 Key Fob Emergency Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 .336 .152 Door Locks, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 .134 Door Opener, Garage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 .371 Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Data Recorder, Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
384 INDEX Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . .312 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318 Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Checking Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315 Compartment . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 385 Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .357 Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Fluid Level Checks Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .333 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .357 Clutch Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .327 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
386 INDEX Ground Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288 Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 Headlights Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch . . . . . . . . .106 Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 387 Remote Battery Replacement Key-In Reminder . . . . . . . . . . Keyless Entry System . . . . . . . Keyless Go. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Key, Replacement . . . . . . . . . . Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 .13 .11 .11 .15 .14 Lane Change And Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
388 INDEX Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . . . .151 Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) . . . . . . . . . . .108 Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 389 Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 Filter Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 Materials Added To . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
390 INDEX Pets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Placard, Tire And Loading Information . . . . . . . . . .255 Power Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . . . . . . . . .129 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 Windows .
INDEX 391 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314 Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .268 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .375 Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Restraint, Head . . . . . . . . . . .
392 INDEX Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Reclining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358 Selection Of Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 SENTRY KEY® FCC General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 393 Storage, Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203 Stuck, Freeing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .307 Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag . . . . . . . . .45 Tachometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Time Delay, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Tire And Loading Information Placard . . . . . . . . . .254 Tire Markings . . . .
394 INDEX Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .286 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .360 Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .22 Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .22 Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . .20 Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX 395 Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337 Water Driving Through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Wheel And Wheel Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .338 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .338 Window Fogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained personnel. The following must be observed during installation. The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
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