2013 Dodge Charger Owners Manual

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584 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)

Or Years: Or Kilometers:

Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10
years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the fol- lowing: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or fre- quent trailer towing (five-speed only). Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (five-speed only). Change transfer case fluid if using your ve- hicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing (All Wheel Drive Only).

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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)

Or Years: Or Kilometers:

Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your ve- hicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing. Inspect and replace PCV valve if neces- sary. ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.

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WARNING!

• You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic. • Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve- hicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. This could cause an accident.

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

CONTENTS 䡵 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR

YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .589
▫ Prepare For The Appointment. . . . . . . . . . . ..589
▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .589
▫ Be Reasonable With Requests . . . . . . . . . . . ..589
䡵 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . ..589
▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center. . . . . ..590
▫ Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center . . . . ..590
▫ In Mexico contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..591

▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..591
▫ Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .591
䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . ..592
䡵 MOPAR威 PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..593
䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS . . . . . . . . . . ..593

▫ In The 50 United States And

Washington, D.C.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .593
▫ In Canada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .593
䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS . . . . . . . . . . ..594

588 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..595
▫ Treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .595

▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .596
▫ Temperature Grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..596

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.

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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

590 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 con- cern, 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.

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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).

592 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 ser- vice 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姞 PARTS MOPAR威 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

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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/

594 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, maintain- ing, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group LLC ve- hicles. 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.

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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.

596 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Traction Grades The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- mance.

WARNING!

The traction 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 repre- sent 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.

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598 INDEX About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .424
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..426
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .244
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . ..546
Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .478
Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541
Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .473
Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238
Airbag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Airbag Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Airbag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Airbag Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Airbag, Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .534
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..537
Air Conditioning Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..382
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . ..383
Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..537

Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..379
Air Pressure, Tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448
Alarm Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .319
Alarm, Panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Alarm System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
All Wheel Drive (AWD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..418
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..545
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Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..426
Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..319
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm). . . . . . . . . .18
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .555
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . .18
Assist, Hill Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .432
Auto Down Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Disposal

Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
Automatic Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..332
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . ..379
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..397
Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .553
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Autostick Fluid and Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..553
Fluid Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .553
Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552
Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552
Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode. . . . . ..405
Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413
Auto Unlock, Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Auto Up Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .578
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..578

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Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .535
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . .24
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .535
Belts, Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..540
B-Pillar Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .442
Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .429
Brake Control System, Electronic . . . . . . . . . . . . ..428
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .578
Brake, Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .424
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549
Anti-Lock (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .426
Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550
Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .424
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320
Brake/Transmission Interlock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..397
Brightness, Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..228
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .570 10

600 INDEX Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

Camera, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277
Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576
Caps, Filler

Oil (Engine) Radiator (Coolant Pressure)

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Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..482
Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .556
Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .370
Certification Label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .482
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .457
Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .499
Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .317
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Checks, Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Child Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Clean Air Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .471
Cleaning Wheels

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Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .370
Coin Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..393
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . ..369
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .452
Computer, Trip/Travel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335
Connector

UCI Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)

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Conserving Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
Console, Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302
Contract, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .591
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) . . . . . . . . . ..547
Cooling System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .544
. . . . . . . . . . . . . ..546

Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)

Coolant Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .544
Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..547
Disposal of Used Coolant Drain, Flush, and Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..545
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .548
Points to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..548
Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .547
Radiator Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .547
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . ..545
Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .555
Cruise Control (Speed Control). . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..244
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .589

Data Recorder, Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights. . . . . . . . . . . ..230
Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..223
Dealer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .529
Deck Lid, Emergency Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

INDEX 601
Deck Lid, Power Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Defroster, Rear Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..306
Defroster, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..230
Diagnostic System, Onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..527
Dimmer Switch, Headlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..226
Dipsticks

Oil (Engine)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .531
Disabled Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..519
Disposal

Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . ..547
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Door Locks, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Driving

Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing Water

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .420
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy. . . . ..334

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602 INDEX E-85 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .474
Electrical Power Outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..294
Electric Rear Window Defrost. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..306
Electric Remote Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Electronic Brake Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..428
Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..428
Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..429
Traction Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..429
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . ..240
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . ..430
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). . . . ..277
Emergency Deck Lid Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Emergency, In Case of

Freeing Vehicle When Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..513
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..498
Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .499
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .509
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .498
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .519

Emergency Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . ..527
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .534
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395
Block Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..531
Checking Oil Level Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .525
Compartment Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..525
Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..544
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .544
Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Fails to Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .393
Flooded, Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .393
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .509
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .531
Oil Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..332
Oil Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533

Oil Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .532
Oil Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .498
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390
Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..322
Engine Oil Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..533
Enhanced Accident Response Feature . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Entry System, Illuminated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .471
Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Exhaust Gas Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Exterior Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Exterior Lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

INDEX 603
Filler Location Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318
Filters

Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .534
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .534
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..534
Engine Oil Disposal

Flashers

Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .498
Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Flexible Fuel Vehicles

Cruising Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .477
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .477
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .474
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .478
Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .478
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .477
Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..393
Floor Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302 10

604 INDEX Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .578
Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576
Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Fluid Level Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .554
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..553
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .544
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .531
Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .554
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . ..577
Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
Forward Collision Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..266
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..513
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .473
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .471
Clean Air Conserving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .471

Filler Door (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..318
Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329
Materials Added . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .473
Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .471
Octane Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Saver Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .577
Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576
Fuel, Flexible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .474
Fuel Optimizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
Fuel Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .561

Gasoline, Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .471
Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Conserving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334

Gasoline, Reformulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..471
Gauges

Coolant Temperature Fuel Speedometer Tachometer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..322
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314
Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .400
Gear Select Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..514
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .559
Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..483
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..483
GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .483

Hazard

Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing Water

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..420
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..498

INDEX 605
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .559
Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch . . . . . . . ..226
Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..223
On With Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
Time Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222
Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541
Headlight Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
Head Rests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Heated Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202
Heater, Engine Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .226
Hill Start Assist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .432 10

606 INDEX Hitches

Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487
Holder, Coin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302

Ignition

Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Infant Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Information Center, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..324
Inside Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314
Instrument Panel and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..559
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . ..561
Interior Appearance Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..558
Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers). . . . . . . . . . . ..230

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .500
Jack Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .499
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .509

Key-In Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Keyless Enter-N-Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Keyless Entry System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Keyless Go. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Key, Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Key, Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Kicker Sound System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .366
Knee Bolster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Lane Change and Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..225
Lane Change Assist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225

Lap/Shoulder Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Latch Plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Lead Free Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Leaks, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Life of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .455
Light Bulbs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .319
Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .319
Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..221
Brake Assist Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..435
Brake Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .572
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223
Daytime Running Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..226
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . .435
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

INDEX 607
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..498
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
Headlights Headlights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..223
Headlights On With Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..221
Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
High Beam Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..314
High Beam/Low Beam Select . . . . . . . . . . . . ..226
Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
Intensity Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228
License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .574
Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..223
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329
Low Fuel Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . . .317
Map Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness)

. . . . . . . . ..230 10

608 INDEX

Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . ..319
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .570
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .317
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
SmartBeams Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . ..319
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . ..316
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .435
Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Vanity Mirror Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . ..314
Loading Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .482
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .484
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .442
Load Leveling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .307
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Automatic Door

Auto Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Child Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Door Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Low Tire Pressure System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..460
Lubrication, Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .540

Maintenance Free Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..535
Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..530
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .580
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine). . . . . ..317
Manual, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .594
Master Cylinder (Brakes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..550
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..213
Memory Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
Memory Seats and Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..213
Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .471
Mini-Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Electric Powered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Electric Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Exterior Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

Mode

Fuel Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..460
Mopar Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .529
MTBE/ETBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .471

Navigation System (Uconnect威 gps) . . . . . . . . . . ..277
New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

INDEX 609
Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..470
Odometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315
Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315
Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..315
Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .531
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576
Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .531
Dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .531
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .534
Disposal Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .534
Filter Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .534
Identification Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .532
Materials Added to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..533
Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .532
Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533
Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533 10

610 INDEX Oil Filter, Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .534
Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..527
Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .527
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Overdrive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413
Overdrive OFF Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .323
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .555
Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Parking Brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .424
Park Sense System, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..268
Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Pedals, Adjustable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238
Pets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Pets, Transporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . . . . . . . ..443

Power

Deck Lid Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Distribution Center (Fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..565
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . . . . . . ..294
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . . . . . . . . . ..235
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Power Steering Fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .578
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Preparation for Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..502
Pretensioners

Seat Belts

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Programming Transmitters

(Remote Keyless Entry) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .450
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) . . . . . . . . . ..547
Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .370
Radio Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..368
Rain Sensitive Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..233
Rear Axle (Differential) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..554
Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277
Rear Cupholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301
Rear Park Sense System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..268
Rear Seat, Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..306
Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..306
Recorder, Event Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Recreational Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .496
Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..471
Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .537
Reminder, Lights On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223
Reminder, Seat Belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

INDEX 611

Remote Control

Starting System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls . . . . . . . ..368
Remote Starting System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Remote Trunk Release. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .570
Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .529
Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .456
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..593
Resetting Oil Change Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..315
Restraint, Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
Restraints, Child. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Restraints, Occupant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..513
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .459

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612 INDEX Safety Checks Inside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..100
Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..593
Safety, Exhaust Gas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Safety Information, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..436
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Schedule, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..580
Seat Belt Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .560
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage . . . . . . . .53
And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Pretensioners Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Untwisting Procedure

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
Adjustment Easy Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202
Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
Rear Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
Seatback Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
Tilting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze). . . . . . . . . . . . . ..577
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Sentry Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Sentry Key Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .589
Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .591

Service Engine Soon Light

(Malfunction Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..317
Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .594
Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..395
Shift Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .514
Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Side Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Side View Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Signals, Turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
SmartBeams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
Snow Chains (Tire Chains). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..457
Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .451
Sound System

Kicker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .366
Spare Tire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .452
Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .577

INDEX 613

Specifications

Fuel (Gasoline) Oil

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .577
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .577
Speed Control (Cruise Control). . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..240
Speedometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..390
Cold Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .393
Engine Fails to Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..393
Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..390
Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390
Steering

Column Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422
Tilt Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234
Wheel, Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234
Wheel, Tilt

Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..368 10

614 INDEX Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .368
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .570
Storage, Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Storing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .570
Stuck, Freeing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .513
Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281
Sun Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag . . . . . . . . . .59
Synthetic Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533
System, Remote Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Tachometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314
Telescoping Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..234
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . . . . . . . ..379
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . ..322
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234
Time Delay, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222

Tire and Loading Information Placard. . . . . . . . . ..442
Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .436
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..455
Aging (Life of Tires) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .447
Air Pressure Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .457
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .499
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .452
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..447
High Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .450
Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448
Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .499
Life of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .455
Load Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .442
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . ..460
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..316
Pressure Warning Light Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .595
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .450
Radial Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .456

Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .459
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .436
Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438
Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .451
Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .500
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .454
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .491
Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..455
Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..436
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..488
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .484
Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .519
Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .488
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .496
Recreational Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .488
Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .419
Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .429
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .484
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..496

Cooling System Tips

INDEX 615
Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487
Minimum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..489
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495
Tips Trailer and Tongue Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..488
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .493
Trailer Towing Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .488
Trailer Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .488
Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .554
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .554
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .554
Maintenance

Transmission

Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .552
Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .24
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .21
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . . . . . . . .21
Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .455 10

616 INDEX Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Trunk Release, Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Trunk Release Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225

UCI Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .366
Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..595
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .366
Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..482
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .443
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Viscosity, Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533

Warning Flasher, Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..498
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .314
Warnings and Cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .592
Washer

Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541
Washers, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231
Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .556

Water

Driving Through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .420
Wheel and Wheel Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..557
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..557
Wind Buffeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Window Fogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Power

INDEX 617
Windshield Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541
Windshield Wiper Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..540
Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..540
Wipers, Intermittent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230
Wipers, Rain Sensitive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233

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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.

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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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309

STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385

6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 497

7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 523

8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 579

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 587

INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 597

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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 tech- nicians and genuine MOPAR威 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:

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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures 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 Cau- tions.

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.

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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

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CONTENTS 䡵 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
▫ Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
▫ Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
▫ Ignition Or Accessory On Message . . . . . . . . . .14
䡵 SENTRY KEY威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
▫ Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
▫ Customer Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —

IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
▫ Rearming Of The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
▫ To Arm The System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
▫ Security System Manual Override . . . . . . . . . . .20
䡵 ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . .20
䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) . . . . . . . . . . .21
▫ To Unlock The Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
▫ To Lock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

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▫ To Unlatch The Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
▫ Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
▫ Programming Additional Transmitters. . . . . . . .24
▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . .24
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

䡵 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —

IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
▫ How To Use Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
䡵 DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
▫ Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
▫ Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System —

Rear Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
䡵 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

䡵 WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
▫ Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
▫ Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
䡵 TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
䡵 TRUNK SAFETY WARNING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
䡵 Trunk Emergency Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
䡵 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure . . . . .54
▫ Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions . . . . . .55
▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) —

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
▫ Energy Management Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System

(BeltAlert威)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .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

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▫ Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
䡵 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .95
䡵 SAFETY TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
▫ Transporting Passengers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
▫ 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 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN). Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Feature This vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ feature, (refer to ⬙Keyless Enter-N-Go™⬙ in ⬙Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle⬙ for further informa- tion). Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger compartment.

The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The fourth position is START, during start RUN will illuminate. NOTE: In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Fob) may have a low or dead battery. In this situation a back up method can be used to operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite of the emergency key) of the Key Fob against the ENGINE START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition switch.

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Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead. The emergency key is also for locking the glove box. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet park- ing.

Keyless Ignition Node (KIN)

1 — OFF 2 — ACC (ACCESSORY) 3 — ON/RUN

14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch on the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb