2013 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Owners Manual

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• 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 per- form 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. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 477 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..481 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment. . . . . . . . . . . ..481 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .481 ▫ Be Reasonable With Requests . . . . . . . . . . . ..481 䡵 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . ..481 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center. . . . . ..482 ▫ Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center . . . . ..482 ▫ In Mexico contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..483 ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) . . . . . . . . . . . ..483 ▫ Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .483 䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . ..484 䡵 MOPAR® PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..485 䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS . . . . . . . . . . ..485 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .485 ▫ In Canada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .485 䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS . . . . . . . . . . ..486 480 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES . . . . . . . ..487 ▫ Treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487 ▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487 ▫ Temperature Grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..488 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s service history. This can often provide a clue to the current problem. Prepare A List Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the service advisor know. IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 481 Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At many authorized dealer, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy with our products and services. Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the 482 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer. They want to know if you need assistance. • If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the concern, you may contact the manufacturer’s customer center. Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer cen- ter should include the following information: • Owner’s name and address • Owner’s telephone number (home and office) • Authorized dealer name • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) • Vehicle delivery date and mileage Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 423–6343 Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French In Mexico contact: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 Sante Fe C.P. 05109 Mexico, D. F. In Mexico City: 5081-7568 Outside Mexico City: 1-800-505-1300 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY. IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 483 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. Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date. If you have any questions about the service contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French). 484 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. We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns. WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi- cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. WARRANTY INFORMATION See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market. MOPAR® PARTS MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 485 campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, and the manufacturer. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer Service Department imme- diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans- port Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/ roadsafety/ 486 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, Mas- tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. NOTE: A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). Service Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor- mation that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, main- taining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, and charts. Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and features. They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshoot- ing and drivability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment. Owner’s Manuals These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac- quaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC vehicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and mainte- nance procedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips. Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) Or Visit us on the Worldwide Web at: • www.techauthority.com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle. All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 487 Treadwear 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. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- teristics and climate. Traction Grades The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- mance. 488 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. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. WARNING! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. INDEX 10 490 INDEX About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..324 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . ..423 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371 Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .418 Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369 Airbag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Airbag Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 Airbag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Airbag Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Airbag, Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .411 Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..414 Air Conditioning Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..282 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . ..283 Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..414 Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..275 Air Pressure, Tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .349 Alarm Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215 Alarm, Panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Alarm System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Antenna, Satellite Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..261 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..422 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .425 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..324 Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..217 Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm). . . . . . . . . .19 Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .432 Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . .19 Assistance Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Auto Down Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..106 Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . ..275 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..304 Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431 Fluid and Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..431 Fluid Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431 Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431 Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .430 Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .430 Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 Auto Unlock, Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .455 Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..455 Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . .27 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412 Belts, Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..417 INDEX 491 B-Pillar Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .343 Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .328 Brake Control System, Electronic . . . . . . . . . . . . ..327 Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .455 Brake, Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 Anti-Lock (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .427 Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .427 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214 Brake/Transmission Interlock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..303 Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . .95 Brightness, Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..164 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446 Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 10 492 INDEX Calibration, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .453 Caps, Filler Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371 Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Radiator (Coolant Pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..424 Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Cargo (Vehicle Loading) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..373 Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .433 Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274 Center High Mounted Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . . . ..452 Certification Label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .373 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .356 Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .338 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .406 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Checks, Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Clean Air Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Cleaning Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .434 Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .275 Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239 Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..295 Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . ..274 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230 Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 Compass Variance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 Computer, Trip/Travel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223 Connector UCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .264 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) . . . . . . . . ..264 Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 Console, Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 Console, Overhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181 Contract, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .483 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) . . . . . . . . . ..424 Cooling System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .421 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..423 Coolant Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .453 Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .421 Disposal of Used Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..425 Drain, Flush, and Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..422 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .425 Points to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..425 Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .424 Radiator Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .424 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . ..422 Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .432 Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199 Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .481 Data Recorder, Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights. . . . . . . . . . . ..164 Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..159 INDEX 493 Dealer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407 Deck Lid, Emergency Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Deck Lid, Power Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Defroster, Rear Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..202 Defroster, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Delay (Intermittent) Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..165 Diagnostic System, Onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..405 Dimmer Switch, Headlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..162 Dipsticks Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409 Disabled Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..398 Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..425 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Door Locks, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 10 494 INDEX Electrical Power Outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..194 Electric Remote Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..108 Electronic Brake Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..327 Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..327 Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) . . . . ..441 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . ..170 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . ..331 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light . . . . . . ..209 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). . . . ..218 Emergency Deck Lid Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..395 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..380 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .391 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .380 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .398 Emergency Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . ..406 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .404 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 Air Cleaner Block Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297 Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Checking Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409 Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .404 Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..421 Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .421 Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Fails to Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .295 Flooded, Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .295 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .391 Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409 Oil Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409 Oil Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Oil Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Oil Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .380 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289 Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209 Engine Oil Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Enhanced Accident Response Feature . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Entry System, Illuminated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368 Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Exhaust Gas Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Exterior Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..107 Exterior Lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Filler Location Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371 Filters Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 Engine Oil Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 INDEX 495 Flashers Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .380 Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..295 Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .455 Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .453 Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..431 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .427 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .421 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . ..454 Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..395 Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371 10 496 INDEX Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369 Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368 Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..371 Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Materials Added . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369 Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368 Octane Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .454 Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .453 Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .371 Fuel System Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .372 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..371 Gasoline, Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Gasoline, Reformulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..367 Gauges Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..209 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .305 Gear Select Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..397 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .437 Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..374 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..374 GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .374 Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..380 Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .436 Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch . . . . . . . ..162 Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..160 On With Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Time Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .418 Headlight Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .418 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 Head Rests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Heated Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 Heater, Engine Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297 INDEX 497 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .162 Hill Start Assist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329 Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Immobilizer (Sentry Key) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Infant Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Information Center, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..218 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207 Instrument Panel and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..206 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..437 Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . ..438 Interior Appearance Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..435 Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers). . . . . . . . . . . ..165 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 10 498 INDEX Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .391 Key-In Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Keyless Enter-N-Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Keyless Entry System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Keyless Go. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Key, Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Key, Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Kicker Sound System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271 Knee Bolster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Lane Change and Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..162 Lane Change Assist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 Lap/Shoulder Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 Lead Free Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Leaks, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Life of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354 Light Bulbs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215 Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217 Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..158 Brake Assist Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..335 Brake Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448 Center Mounted Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..452 Courtesy/Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Daytime Running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..162 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . ..335 Electronic Throttle Control Warning . . . . . . . . ..209 Engine Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..380 Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Headlights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..160 Headlights On With Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..159 Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 High Beam Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..212 High Beam/Low Beam Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..162 Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Intensity Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .452 Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..160 Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . . ..217 INDEX 499 Map Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) . . . . . . . . . ..164 Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..215 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446 Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .217 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..215 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . ..215 Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335 Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Vanity Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . . ..208 Loading Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .373 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .375 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .343 10 500 INDEX Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Auto Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Low Tire Pressure System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..360 Lubrication, Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .417 Maintenance Free Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..412 Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..408 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .458 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine). . . . . ..217 Manual, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .486 Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .429 Shift Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 Map/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 Master Cylinder (Brakes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..427 Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368 Mini-Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..106 Electric Powered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Electric Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Exterior Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Monitor, Tire Pressure System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..360 Mopar Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407 MTBE/ETBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368 New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Occupant Restraints (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..367 Odometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222 Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..222 Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409 Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .453 Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409 Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409 Dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 Filter Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 Materials Added to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Oil Filter, Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..405 Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .405 INDEX 501 Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..107 Overdrive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 Overdrive OFF Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 Overhead Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181 Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .380 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .432 Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Parking Brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 Park Sense System, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..173 Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 Personal Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Pets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Pets, Transporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . . . . . . . ..344 Power Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 10 502 INDEX Deck Lid Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Distribution Center (Fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..441 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . . . . . . . ..194 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .319 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Power Steering Fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .455 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Pretensioners Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Programmable Electronic Features . . . . . . . . . . . ..233 Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .22 Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) . . . . . . . . . ..424 Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274 Radio Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..272 Rear Cupholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 Rear Park Sense System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..173 Rear Seat, Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..202 Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..202 Recorder, Event Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Recreational Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .376 Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..367 Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .414 Release, Hood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 Reminder, Lights On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 Reminder, Seat Belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Remote Control Starting System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls . . . . . . . ..272 Remote Starting System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Remote Trunk Release. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446 Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407 Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..485 Restraint, Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 Restraints, Child. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Restraints, Occupant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..395 Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..100 Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..485 Safety, Exhaust Gas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Safety Information, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..337 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Satellite Radio Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..261 Schedule, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..458 INDEX 503 Seat Belt Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .437 Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 Untwisting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 10 504 INDEX Rear Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 Seatback Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 Tilting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze). . . . . . . . . . . . . ..454 Selection of Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Sentry Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Sentry Key Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .481 Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .483 Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .217 Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .486 Settings, Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 Setting the Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239 Shift Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..301 Shift Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .397 Shift Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . ..300 Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Side Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Side View Mirror Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..107 Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) . . . . . . . . . . ..282 Signals, Turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Snow Chains (Tire Chains). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..356 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352 Sound System Kicker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271 Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .454 Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .454 Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .454 Speed Control (Cruise Control). . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..170 Speedometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..290 Cold Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .295 Engine Fails to Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..295 Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Starting and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..289 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289 Steering Column Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .319 Tilt Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 Wheel, Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168 Wheel, Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..272 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .272 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446 Storage, Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281 Storing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .446 INDEX 505 Stuck, Freeing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395 Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 Sun Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag . . . . . . . . . .59 Synthetic Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 System, Remote Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Tachometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Telescoping Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..167 Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . . . . . . . ..275 Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . ..209 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 Time Delay, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 Tire and Loading Information Placard. . . . . . . . . ..343 TIREFIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381 Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337 10 506 INDEX Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Aging (Life of Tires) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..354 Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .348 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .356 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..348 High Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350 Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .349 Life of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354 Load Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .343 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . ..360 Pressure Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..215 Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487 Radial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355 Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337 Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .338 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352 Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .353 Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..354 Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..337 To Open Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .375 24-Hour Towing Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..124 Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .398 Recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .376 Towing Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315 Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .328 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .375 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .430 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .430 Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .27 Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .22 Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . .22 Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Trunk Release, Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Trunk Release Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 UCI Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .264 Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..487 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .264 Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Variance, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..373 INDEX 507 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .344 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281 Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Viscosity, Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 Voice Recognition System (VR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..140 Warning Flasher, Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..380 Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .208 Warnings and Cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .484 Washer Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .418 Washers, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .433 Water Driving Through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 10 508 INDEX Wheel and Wheel Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..434 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..434 Wind Buffeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Window Fogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Windshield Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .418 Windshield Wiper Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..417 Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..417 Wipers, Intermittent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165 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. The negative power connection should be made to body sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection. This connection should not be fused. Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped. The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully shielded coaxial cable. Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR). Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than normal may require special precautions. All installations should be checked for possible interfer- ence between the communications equipment and the vehicle’s electronic systems. Challenger 2 0 1 3 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Challenger SRT8 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler 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 non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation. WARNING! Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive. This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obliga- tion upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured. Copyright © 2012 Chrysler Group LLC SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 457 10 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 479 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 489 10 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 䡵 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . . . . . .6 䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . .7 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc- ing and remain with the vehicle when sold. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained techni- cians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfaction. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects. Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner’s Manual: INTRODUCTION 5 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- ating 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 Owners Manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left front corner of the instrument panel. The VIN is visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration, and the title. VIN Location The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also located on the right front strut tower inside the engine compart- ment. VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS INTRODUCTION 7 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. NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. VIN Location THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ Removing Key Fob From Ignition . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 䡵 SENTRY KEY® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 ▫ Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 ▫ Customer Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 ▫ Rearming Of The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 ▫ To Arm The System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 ▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 ▫ Security System Manual Override . . . . . . . . . . .22 䡵 ILLUMINATED ENTRY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) . . . . . . . . . . .22 ▫ To Unlock The Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 ▫ To Lock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ To Open The Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters. . . . . . . .27 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . .27 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 䡵 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . . .29 ▫ How To Use Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 䡵 DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 ▫ Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 ▫ Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 䡵 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ — IF EQUIPPED . . . .36 䡵 WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 ▫ Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 ▫ Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 䡵 TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 䡵 TRUNK SAFETY WARNING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 ▫ Trunk Emergency Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 䡵 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure . . . . .54 ▫ Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions . . . . . .54 ▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 ▫ Energy Management Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert®) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . .58 ▫ Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 ▫ Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . .65 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 ▫ Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 ▫ Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 䡵 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 䡵 SAFETY TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 ▫ Transporting Passengers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 ▫ Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..100 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. You can insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch with either side up. Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Feature If this vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ feature, refer to “Starting Procedures” in “Starting And Operating” for further information. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent posi- tions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When released from the START position, the switch automati- cally returns to the ON/RUN position. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter- N-Go™, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display the ignition switch position (OFF/ ACC/RUN). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion. It 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 park- ing. NOTE: Entering a vehicle using the emergency key with the theft alarm armed, will result in the alarm sounding. Insert the Key Fob (even if the Key Fob battery is dead) into the ignition switch to disarm theft alarm. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) 1 — OFF 2 — ACCESSORY (ACCESSORY) 3 — ON/RUN 4 — START 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. Removing Key Fob From Ignition Place the shift lever in PARK or place the manual transmission in REVERSE and apply the parking brake. Turn the Key Fob to the OFF position and then remove the Key Fob. With the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ system, the EVIC will display the ignition switch position “OFF/ACC/RUN”. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. Emergency Key Removal NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up. NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power sun- roof (if equipped), and ignition-powered power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is program- mable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea- tures)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. CAUTION! • If your vehicle battery becomes low or dead, your Key Fob will become locked in the ignition. • Do not attempt to remove the Key Fob while in this condition, damage could occur to the Key Fob or ignition module. Only remove the emergency key for locking and unlocking the doors. (Continued) THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 CAUTION! (Continued) • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: • Jump Start the vehicle. • Charge the battery. WARNING! • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK or the manual transmission in REVERSE, and remove the Key Fob from the ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. (Continued) 16 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. Chil- dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/ RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition OFF with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob. NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the Key Fob is placed in the OFF or ACC ignition position. If your vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, opening the driver’s door when the vehicle’s ignition switch is placed in ACC or ON/RUN (engine stopped) will cause the reminder chime to sound. Refer to “Start- ing Procedures” in “Starting And Operating” for further information. SENTRY KEY® The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau- thorized 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. The system uses a Key Fob with factory-mated Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two seconds if an invalid Key Fob is used to start the engine. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. In addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid Key Fob to start the engine. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. This condition will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electron- ics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an authorized dealer. CAUTION! The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some after-market remote starting systems. (Continued) 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, always remember to place the ignition in the OFF position. At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is required for authorized dealer replacement of Key Fobs. Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob is one that has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the authorized dealer. 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. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors and trunk for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unauthorized operation. While the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and decklid release are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will provide the fol- lowing audible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the headlights will turn on, park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash. Rearming Of The System If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the horn off after three minutes, turn all of the visual signals off after an additional 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself. 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm The System Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to ⬙Starting Procedures⬙ in ⬙Starting And Operating⬙ for further information). • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, make sure the vehicle ignition system is ⬙OFF⬙. • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, make sure the vehicle ignition system is ⬙OFF⬙ and the key is physically removed from the ignition. 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the • Press LOCK on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door open. • Press the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the same vehicle: exterior zone (refer to ⬙Keyless Enter-N-Go™⬙ in ⬙Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle⬙ for further infor- mation). • Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. 3. If any doors are open, close them. To Disarm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods: • Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless • Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle (if equipped, refer to ⬙Keyless Enter-N-Go™⬙ in ⬙Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle⬙ for further information). Entry (RKE) transmitter. • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Start/Stop button (requires at least one valid Key Fob in the vehicle). • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, insert a valid key into the ignition switch and turn the key to the ON position. NOTE: The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. • The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during trunk entry. Pressing the trunk button will not disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. If someone enters the vehicle through the trunk and opens any door the alarm will sound. • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously described arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. • If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will remain armed when the battery is reconnected; the exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. Tamper Alert If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times and the exterior lights will blink three times when you disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. Check the vehicle for tampering. 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Security System Manual Override The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. ILLUMINATED ENTRY The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the doors or open any door. This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for fur- ther information. The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN from the OFF position. NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the ⬙Dome ON⬙ position (extreme top position). • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the is in the “Dome defeat” position dimmer control (extreme bottom position). REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from dis- tances up to approximately 66 ft (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. NOTE: Inserting the Key Fob with RKE transmitter into the ignition switch disables the system from responding to any button presses from that RKE transmitter. Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all RKE transmitter buttons for all RKE transmitters. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 To Unlock The Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice within five seconds, to unlock both doors. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. If equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry), refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. Key Fob With RKE Transmitter 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or both doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. Refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Set- tings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under- standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button. 2. Release both buttons at the same time. 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans- mitter with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob removed. 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UN- LOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- ter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under- standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button while still holding the UNLOCK button. 2. Release both buttons at the same time. 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans- mitter with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob removed. 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Turn Headlights On With Remote Key Unlock This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under- standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. To Lock The Doors Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter to lock both doors. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. If equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry), refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter or the Passive Entry 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE feature. This feature can be turned on or turned off. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- formation. • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: 1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- mitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button. 2. Release both buttons at the same time. 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob removed. 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. To Open The Trunk Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times within five seconds to open the trunk. If equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry), refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. Using The Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF, press and hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one second and release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the headlights will turn on, the park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will turn on. The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 5 mph (24 km/h) or greater. NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic Alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights and horn will remain on. • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Programming Additional Transmitters Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap- ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate 1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, remove the screw. With the RKE ransmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during removal. 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves of the case together. Make sure there is an even “gap” between the two halves. If equipped, install and tighten the screw until snug. Test RKE transmitter operation. General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. A weak battery in the transmitter. The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Hood closed • Hazard switch off • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) • Ignition key removed from ignition switch • Battery at an acceptable charge level • RKE PANIC button not pressed • System not disabled from previous remote start event • Vehicle theft alarm not active • Ignition in Off position (Keyless Enter-N-Go™) REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security. The system has a range of approximately 300 ft (91 m). NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic • Obstructions between the vehicle and the Key Fob may transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. reduce this range. How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: • Shift lever in PARK • Doors closed 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon- oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious in- jury or death when inhaled. • Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death. To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights will flash and horn will chirp twice (if pro- grammed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle. Remote Start mode. then shut down 10 seconds later. NOTE: • If an engine fault is present the vehicle will start and • The park lamps will turn on and remain on during • For security, power window and power sunroof op- eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. • The engine can be started two consecutive times with the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be cycled by pushing the START/STOP button twice (or the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN position) before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle. To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle. NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request. To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle, press and release the START/STOP button. the START/STOP button is not present, insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the ON/RUN position. If THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Go™ feature, ON/RUN position in order to drive the vehicle. NOTE: • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- the ignition switch must be in the • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- Go™ feature, the message “Insert Key/Turn To On” will display in the EVIC until you insert the Key Fob. Once inserted, the message “Turn To On” will display in the EVIC until you turn the Key Fob to ON/RUN. • For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ feature, the message “Push Button/Insert Key” will display in the EVIC until you push the START button. 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Cancel Remote Start Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following occur: • The engine stalls or engine speed exceeds 2500 rpm • Any engine warning lights come on • Low Fuel Light turns on • The hood is opened • The hazard switch is pressed • The shift lever is moved out of PARK • The brake pedal is pressed DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward. To unlock each door, pull the door lock knob on each door trim panel upward. Door Lock Knob If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the Key Fob is not inside the vehicle before closing the door. WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. Unsu- pervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries or death. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. (Continued) THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 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. Chil- dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks The power door lock switch is located on each door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. Power Door Lock Switch The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) system. For further information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”. If you press the power door lock switch while the Key Fob is in the ignition, and either door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- tally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle. Removing the Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. If a door is open, the Key Fob is in the ignition, and the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position, a chime will sound as a reminder to remove the Key Fob. Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer per written request of the customer. Please see your authorized dealer for service. Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit The doors will unlock automatically if: 1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en- abled 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h) 3. The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK 4. The driver door is opened 5. The doors were not previously unlocked 6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h) THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be enabled or disabled. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor- mation Center (Customer- Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instru- ment Panel” for further information. • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: (EVIC)/Personal Settings 1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors. 2. Place the Key Fob in the ignition switch. 3. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between OFF and ON/RUN and then back to OFF four times ending up in the LOCK position. However, do not start the engine. 4. Within 30 seconds, press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors. 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. NOTE: If you do not hear the chime, it means that the system did not enter the programming mode and you will need to repeat the procedure. 6. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws. KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ — IF EQUIPPED The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go™. This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) without having to press the RKE transmitter lock or unlock buttons. NOTE: • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF; refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- ment Panel” for further information. • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- sponse time. • If the vehicle is unlocked by the RKE transmitter or Passive Entry and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm the theft alarm. To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver door handle, grab the front driver door handle to unlock the driver’s door automatically. The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked. Grab The Door Handle To Unlock THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front driver’s door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”, refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- ment Panel” for further information. To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally. The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked. NOTE: All doors will unlock when the front passenger door handle is grabbed regardless of the driver’s door unlock preference setting (“Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” or “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”). 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE Transmitter In Vehicle To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the Passive Entry system is equipped with an automatic door unlock feature which will function if the ignition switch is in the OFF position If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE transmitters. If one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters is detected inside the vehicle, and no other valid Passive Entry RKE transmitters are detected out- side the vehicle, the Passive Entry System automatically unlocks all vehicle doors and chirps the horn three times (on the third attempt ALL doors will lock and the Passive Entry RKE transmitter can be locked in the vehicle). To Enter The Trunk: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the deck lid, press the button on the located on the center of the light bar which is located on the deck lid above the license plate. Trunk Passive Entry Button NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit- ters is outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the deck lid. To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors: With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock both doors. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Press The Door Handle Button To Lock 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do NOT grab the door handle, when pressing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking. • The Passive Entry system will not operate if the RKE transmitter battery is dead. The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the RKE transmitter lock button or the lock button located on the vehicle’s interior door panel. Do NOT Grab The handle When Locking WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door control both of the door windows. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: • The Key Off Power Delay feature will allow the power windows to operate for up to 60 minutes after the ignition is turned OFF. This feature is cancelled when either front door is opened. The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion Center (Customer- Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. • The door window will lower slightly if it is closed completely when opening the door. The window will return to its fully closed position after closing the door. This action allows the door to open without resistance and prevents window and seal damage. (EVIC)/Personal Settings Power Window Switches There is a single window control on the passenger’s door trim panel that operates the window on the passenger’s door. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position. 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows. Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particu- larly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. AUTO-Down Feature The driver’s door power window switch and passenger door power window switch have an AUTO-down fea- ture. Press the window switch to the second detent,

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