2009 Dodge Dakota Owners Manual

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2009 OWNER’S MANUAL VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor. 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 op- tional 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 LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previ- ously manufactured. Copyright © 2008 Chrysler LLC SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .331 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .417 10 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427 10 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS m Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 m Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 m Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. 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: 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION 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 a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer-oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained technicians and genuine Mopart parts, and is interested in your satisfaction. INTRODUCTION 5 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident 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 manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad, 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. Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment. NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN. VIN Location VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. INTRODUCTION 7 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 N Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 N Locking Doors With The Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 m Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 15 N If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 N To Release The Steering Wheel Lock . . . . . . . . 15 N Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 m Sentry Keyt Immobilizer System — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 N Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 N Customer Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 m Vehicle Security Alarm System — If Equipped . . 19 N To Set The Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 N To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 m Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 N Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks . . . 20 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE m Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 N To Unlock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 N To Lock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 N Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 N General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 N Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . . 25 N Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 m Remote Starting System — If Equipped . . . . . . . 27 m Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 N Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 N Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 N Child Protection Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 m Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 N Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 N Auto Down (Driver’s Side Only) . . . . . . . . . . . 35 N Window Lockout Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 N Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 m Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 N Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 N Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . . 42 N Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode – If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 N Center Lap Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 N Seat Belt Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 N Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlertt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 N Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . 45 N Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 N Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbags. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 N Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 N Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 m Engine Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 m Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 N Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 N Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 N Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer. Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transmission 1. Place the shift lever in PARK. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. 3. Remove the key from the ignition lock cylinder. Ignition Key THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 key to the right slightly, then remove the key as de- scribed. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped, but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seri- ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Ignition Switch Positions 4 — ON/RUN 5 — START 1 — ACC 2 — LOCK 3 — OFF If you try to remove the key before you place the NOTE: shift lever in PARK, the key may become temporarily trapped in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Manual Transmission — If Equipped When the steering wheel is in the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systems are locked to provide antitheft protection for your vehicle. It may be difficult to turn the key from the LOCK position when starting your vehicle. Move the steering wheel left and right while turning the key until it turns easily. To remove the key, depress and hold the release button located between the ignition switch and the instrument panel. Turn the igni- tion key to LOCK and remove the key. Ignition Release Button 4 — ON/RUN 5 — START 1 — ACC 2 — LOCK 3 — OFF Locking Doors With The Key You can insert the key into the door lock cylinder with either side up. To lock the driver’s door, turn the key rearward. To unlock the driver’s door, turn the key forward. For external door lock lubrication, refer to “Body Lubrication” in Section 7. STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle with- out the ignition key. If the steering wheel is moved no more than 1/2 turn in either direction, and the key is not in the ignition switch, the steering wheel will lock. If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel: With the engine running, turn the steering wheel upside down, turn off the engine and remove the key. Turn the steering wheel slightly in either direction until the lock engages. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 To Release The Steering Wheel Lock: Insert the key in the ignition switch and start the engine. If the key is difficult to turn, move the wheel slightly to the right or left to disengage the lock. If you turned the wheel to the right to engage NOTE: the lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it. Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the ACC, or ON position, and the brake pedal is pressed. 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEYT IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The Sentry Keyt prevents unauthorized vehicle opera- tion 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 ignition keys that have an embedded electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro- grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the engine. NOTE: A key that has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle. During normal operation, after turning on the ignition switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid key to try to start the engine. Either of these conditions 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 sec- onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. NOTE: † The Sentry Keyt Immobilizer System is not compat- ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. † Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keyst, or any other transponder-equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a key-related (transponder) fault unless the additional part is physi- cally held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other RF electronics will not cause interference with this system. All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Once a Sentry Keyt is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. CAUTION! Always remove the Sentry Keyst from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 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 keys. Du- plication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by following the customer key programming procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one that has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Keyt Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer. Customer Key Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keyst, you can program new Sentry Keyst to the system by performing the following steps: 1. Cut the additional Sentry Keyt Transponder blank(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code. 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position for at least three seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first key. 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 15 seconds. After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the second key. 4. Insert a blank Sentry Keyt into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on again for three seconds and then turn off. The new Sentry Keyt is programmed. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be pro- grammed during this procedure. Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you do not have a programmed Sentry Keyt, contact your authorized dealer for details. If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized NOTE: dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys- tem’s memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be reprogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an authorized dealer at service to be reprogrammed. the time of VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm system monitors the vehicle doors and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the Vehicle Security Alarm system is activated it will provide both audible and visible signals. The horn will sound repeatedly for the three minutes and the headlights and Vehicle Security Light will flash for an additional 15 min- utes. The engine will not run until the Vehicle Security Alarm system is disarmed To Set the Alarm The Vehicle Security Alarm will set when you use the power door locks, or use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to lock the doors. After all the doors are locked and closed, the Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds to signal that the Vehicle Security Alarm THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 system is arming. After the Vehicle Security Alarm is set, the Vehicle Security Light will flash at a slower rate to indicate that the system is armed. If the Vehicle Security Light stays on continu- NOTE: ously during vehicle operation, have the Vehicle Security Alarm system checked by an authorized dealer. To Disarm the System: Use the RKE transmitter to unlock the door. If something has triggered the system in your absence, the horn will sound three times when you unlock the doors. Check the vehicle for tampering. The Vehicle Security Alarm system will also disarm if the vehicle is started with a programmed Sentry Keyt. If an unprogrammed Sentry Keyt is used to start a vehicle, the engine will run for two seconds and then shut down. After six unsuccessful attempts at starting the engine, the system will shut down until the correct key is used. To 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE exit alarming mode, press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button or start the vehicle with a programmed Sentry Keyt. The Vehicle Security Alarm system is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the system will arm unexpectedly. If you remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the RKE transmitter, the alarm will sound when you pull the door handle to exit. NOTE: You may accidentally activate the Vehicle Secu- rity Alarm System (horn sounds and lights flash) by entering the vehicle without using the RKE transmitter to unlock the door(s). The system can be disarmed with the RKE transmitter unlock button or by inserting a pro- grammed Sentry Keyt into the ignition and turning the key to the ON position. ILLUMINATED ENTRY Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks All interior lights will illuminate in the vehicle when the doors are unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The interior lights will remain on for 30 seconds after the last door is closed, or until all doors are closed and either the ignition is turned to the ON position or a RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. There is also a battery saver feature that will turn the interior lights off after eight minutes if the ignition is OFF and a door is left open or the dimmer control is in the interior lights ON position. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to a maxi- mum of 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter 1 — Lock 2 — Unlock NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects. 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the illuminated entry will To Unlock The Doors: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock only the driver’s door, or twice to unlock all the doors. When the unlock button is pressed, initiate, and the parking lights will flash twice. The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first unlock button press by using the following procedure: 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter. 2. Continue to hold the LOCK button for at least 4 sec- onds, but not longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the UNLOCK button. A single chime will sound to indicate that this feature has changed. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm System activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm System. 5. If the desired programming was not achieved, or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. To Lock The Doors: Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter to lock all doors. If the ignition is OFF, when the doors are locked the parking lights will flash on once and the horn will chirp once. Horn Chirp Programming The horn chirp feature is shipped from the assembly plant activated. If desired, this feature can be disabled by using the following procedure: 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on the RKE trans- mitter. 2. After holding the LOCK button for four seconds, also press the PANIC button within six seconds. A single chime will sound to indicate that this feature has changed. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. 5. Test the horn chirp feature while outside of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition in the OFF position and the key removed. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm System. 6. If the desired programming was not achieved, or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. Flash Lamps With Lock Programming 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. 2. After holding the UNLOCK button for four seconds, also press the LOCK button within six seconds. A single chime will sound to indicate that this feature has changed. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Test the Flash Lamps With Lock feature while outside of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition in the OFF position and the key removed. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm System. 5. If the desired programming was not achieved, or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. Using The Panic Alarm To activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF, press and release the PANIC button on the RKE trans- mitter once. When the Panic mode is activated, the interior lights will illuminate, the headlights and parking lights will flash, and the horn will sound. To cancel the Panic mode, press and release the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter a second time. Panic mode will automatically cancel after three minutes, or if the vehicle is started or exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). During the Panic Mode, the door locks and RKE systems will function normally. Panic mode will not disarm the Ve- hicle Security Alarm System, on vehicles so equipped. General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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. Weak batteries in the RKE transmitter. The expected life of batteries is five years. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile or CB radios. Programming Additional Transmitters This vehicle is shipped from the assembly plant with two RKE transmitters programmed for this vehicle only. A total of eight RKE transmitters can be programmed for your vehicle. Additional RKE transmitters can be pro- grammed to your vehicle through the use of currently programmed RKE transmitters. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: When entering program mode using that cur- rently programmed RKE transmitter, all other pro- grammed RKE transmitters will be erased and you will have to reprogram them for your vehicle. Use the following procedure to program additional RKE transmitters if the vehicle is not equipped with a Sentry Keyt: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all the doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming procedure). 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. (Do not start the engine.) 5. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. After holding the UNLOCK button for four seconds, also press the PANIC button within six seconds. 7. When a single chime is heard, release both buttons. The chime is an indication that you have successfully entered program mode. All RKE transmitters that are to be programmed must be done so within 60 seconds of when the chime was heard. 8. Using the RKE transmitter to be programmed, press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, simul- taneously for two seconds, and then release. 9. Press and release the UNLOCK button. A single chime will be heard. 10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 to program up to six additional RKE transmitters. 11. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. If you do not have a programmed RKE trans- 12. Your vehicle will remain in program mode up to 60 seconds from when the original chime was heard. After 60 seconds, all programmed RKE transmitters function normally. NOTE: mitter, contact your authorized dealer for details. Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate 1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, remove the screw. With the RKE transmitter 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. See THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 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 the RKE transmitter operation. REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a remote starting system, which will allow the vehicle to be started from distances up to approximately 300 ft (91 m) away from the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans- mitter, which is part of your ignition key. In order to remote start your vehicle, the hood and all the doors must be closed. To remote start your vehicle, press the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds. To indicate that the vehicle is about to start, the parking lights will flash and the horn will sound briefly (if programmed). Battery Access Door 2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on 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. 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Button Once the vehicle has started, the engine will run for 15 minutes. To cancel remote start, press the REMOTE START button once. The parking lights will remain illuminated to indicate that the vehicle has remote started and the engine is running. The lights will turn off when the ignition is turned to RUN or the remote start is cancelled. To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a remote start, you must first unlock the vehicle using the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. Then, prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the ON position, otherwise the engine will cancel remote start and auto- matically turn off. Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur: † If the engine stalls or the RPM exceeds 2500 † Any engine warning light come on † The hood is opened † The Hazard switch is pressed † The transmission is moved out of PARK The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start, where the remote start sequence was initiated but the engine stopped cranking without starting. After either of these conditions, or if the Vehicle Security Alarm System is activated, or if the PANIC button was pressed, the vehicle must be reset by inserting a valid key into the ignition and moving it to the RUN position, then back to LOCK. DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks All the doors can be manually locked from the inside by pushing down the door lock plunger, located on the door trim panel. Both front doors may be opened from the inside with the door lock plunger in the down or locked position. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WARNING! † For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive, as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. † Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power win- dows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Lock Switch If you press the power door LOCK switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key, or closing the door, will allow the locks to operate. A chime will sound if the key is in the ignition switch and the driver’s door is open, as a reminder to remove the key. Automatic Door Locks If this feature is enabled, your door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). This feature is enabled when your vehicle is shipped from the assembly plant and can be disabled by using the following procedure: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this programming procedure.) 3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. Within 10 seconds, cycle the key from the LOCK position to the ON position and back to LOCK position, a minimum of four times; ending in the LOCK position. (Do not start the engine.) 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door LOCK switch in the LOCK direction. 6. A single chime will be heard to indicate the feature has been disabled. 7. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above Steps. 8. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceled before the feature could be disabled. If necessary, repeat the above procedure. Auto Unlock On Exit Feature — If Equipped This feature unlocks all of the doors of the vehicle when any door is opened. This will occur only after the vehicle THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 has been shifted into the PARK position after the vehicle has been driven (shifted out of PARK and the doors closed). Auto Unlock Feature Programming The Customer Programming sequence to disable or en- able Auto Unlock: 1. Enter your vehicle and close all the doors. 2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may be confusing during this programming procedure.) 3. Insert the key into the ignition. 4. Within 15 seconds, cycle the key from the LOCK position to the ON position and back to LOCK position, a minimum of four times; ending in the LOCK position. (Do not start the engine.) 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door LOCK switch in the UNLOCK direction. 6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature has been changed. 7. To reactivate the feature, repeat the above Steps. 8. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceled before the feature could be changed. If necessary, repeat the above procedure. Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for children riding in the rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the child- protection door lock system. Child Lock Lever To use the system, open each rear door, slide the lever up to engage the locks, and down to disengage the child- protection locks. When the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle, even if the inside door lock is in the unlocked position. WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: † After setting the child protection door lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. † For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the door lock switch to the UNLOCK position, roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle. 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS Power Windows The control on the left front door has up-down switches that give you finger-tip control of all four power win- dows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the passenger doors for passenger window control. The windows will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or ACC position, and for ten minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or the driver’s door is opened. Power Window Switch WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seri- ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Auto Down (Driver’s Side Only) The driver’s window switch has an Auto Down feature. Push the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the Auto Down movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch. Window Lockout Switch The Window Lockout Switch on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors. To disable the window controls on the other doors, press the THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Window Lockout button. To enable the window controls, press the Window Lockout button a second time. Power Window Lockout Switch Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE windows down or partially open. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible. OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, knee bolsters, front airbags for both the driver and front passenger, and if equipped left and right side curtain airbags for the driver and passengers seated next to a window. If you will be carrying children too small for adult-size seat belts, your seat belts or the LATCH feature (refer to the “Child Restraint” in this section), can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly. Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your own street. Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and that they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions, except the front center seating position (with full bench seat), have combination lap/ shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lock and reduce the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING! † It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously injured or killed. † Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. † Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. (Continued) 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) † Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body. These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your pas- sengers safe, too. † Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size. Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. Pulling Out Belt and Latch Plate 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap. Latch Plate To Buckle THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” WARNING! † A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. † A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. (Continued) 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) † A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger- ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury and a belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision. † A shoulder belt placed behind will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together. 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. Removing Slack From Belt WARNING! † A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug. † A twisted belt can’t do its job as well. In a collision it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight. If you can’t straighten a belt in your vehicle, take it to your authorized dealer and have it fixed. 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully. WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.). 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front and second row outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck. Push in on the anchorage release button to release the anchorage, and then move it up or down to the position that fits you best. Adjusting Upper Shoulder Belt As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in the desired position. Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage The adjuster has an easy up (EZ Up) feature, which will allow it to be moved up without engaging the button. Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode – If Equipped In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is avail- able on all passenger seating positions with a combina- tion lap/shoulder belt. When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger seating position. Children 12 years old, and younger, should be properly restrained in the rear seat, whenever possible. How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode 1. Buckle the combination lap/shoulder belt. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is fully extended. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode. How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode To disengage the Automatic Locking Mode, disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely. The vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode is automatically activated. Center Lap Belts The center seat position on the front seat bench has a lap belt only. To fasten the lap belt, slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” To lengthen the lap belt, tilt the latch plate and pull. To remove slack, pull the loose end of the webbing. Wear the lap belt snug against the hips. Sit back and erect in the seat, then adjust the belt as tightly as is comfortable. 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for front outboard seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove any slack from the seat belt system in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision. Pretensioners work for all size occupants, including those in child restraints. NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly. The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- straint Controller (ORC). Like the airbags, the pretension- ers are single-use items. After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the airbags and pretensioners, both must be replaced. Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlertT) If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, and if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlertt) will alert the driver to buckle their seat belt. The driver should also instruct all other occu- pants to buckle their seat belts. If the driver unbuckles the seat belt while the vehicle is in motion, an immediate chime will be heard and, BeltAlertt will continue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96 sec- onds or until the driver’s seat belt is buckled. BeltAlertt will be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds, and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). BeltAlertt can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer, or by following these steps: NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or START position. Chrylser LLC does not recommend deactivating BeltAlertt. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and buckle the driver’s seat belt. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and wait for the Seat Belt Warning Light to turn off. 3. Within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at least three times within 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled. 4. Turn off the engine. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming. BeltAlertt can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 NOTE: Although the BeltAlertt has been deactivated, the Seat Belt Warning Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled. Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision. Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough. When it is not required, remove the extender and store it. 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the seat belt extender when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed. Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words SRS/AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers. 1 — Airbags 2 — Knee Bolsters NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment. The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size. This vehicle may also be equipped with window bags to protect the driver, and front and rear passengers sitting next to a window. If the vehicle is equipped with window bags, they are located above the side windows. Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG. NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will open to allow airbag deployment. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! † Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are no longer functional. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflat- ing. † If your vehicle is equipped with window bags, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the window bag. The area where the window bag is located should remain free from any obstructions. (Continued) 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) † If your vehicle is equipped with window bags, do not have any accessory items installed that will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require perma- nent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason. NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the proper performance of the window bags. Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Window bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to severe frontal collisions. If your vehicle is so equipped, the window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate-to- severe side collisions. But even in collisions where the airbags work, you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to protect you properly. Here are some simple steps you can follow to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. 1. Children 12 years and younger should always ride buckled up in a rear seat, in an appropriate child re- straint. Infants, in rear-facing child restraints, should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag. An airbag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position. If a child between the ages of 1 and 12 years old, must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move the seat as far back as possible, and use the proper child restraint. Refer to 9Child Restraint,9 in this section. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2. All occupants should use their lap and shoulder belts properly. 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the airbag room to inflate. 4. If your vehicle has window airbags, do not lean against the door or window. Airbags will inflate force- fully into the space between you and the door. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 5. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center. Refer to 9If You Need Customer Assis- tance9 in Section 9. WARNING! † Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags. † Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during airbag deployment could cause seri- ous injury. Airbags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. (Continued) 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) † If the vehicle has window bags, they also need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat. Airbag System Components The airbag system consists of the following: † Occupant Restraint Controller † Side Remote Acceleration Sensors – if equipped † Airbag Warning Light † Driver Airbag † Passenger Airbag † Window Bags above side windows – if equipped † Steering Wheel and Column † Instrument Panel † Interconnecting Wiring † Knee Impact Bolsters † Front Acceleration Sensors † Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners How the Airbag System Works † The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate. The front airbag inflators are de- signed to provide different rates of airbag inflation from direction provided by the ORC. The ORC will not detect rollover. The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN position. These include all of the items listed above, except the steering wheel and column, and knee bolsters. If the key is in the OFF position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the airbags are not on and will not inflate. During a moderate-to-severe rear impact, the ORC may only deploy the seat belt pretensioners. † Also, the ORC turns on the AIRBAG warn- ing light in the instrument cluster for six to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition is first turned on. After the self- check, the AIRBAG warning light will turn off. If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the AIRBAG warning light either momen- tarily or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial start up. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! Ignoring the AIRBAG warning light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away. NOTE: Children 12 years and younger should always ride buckled up in a rear seat, in an appropriate child restraint. † The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel. When the ORC detects a collision requiring the airbags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags. Different airbag inflation rates 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE may be possible based on collision severity and occu- pant size. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the bags inflate to their full size. The bags fully inflate in about 50 - 70 milliseconds. This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes. The bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger. The driver’s front airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides of the airbag. The passenger’s front airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides of the airbag. In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle. † The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed to activate only in certain side collisions. When the ORC (with side impact option) detects a collision requiring the window bags to inflate, it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the window bag. The inflating window bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window. The airbag forcefully inflates in about one quarter of the time it takes to blink your eye. Make sure you are seated and belted properly and do not position items in the area where the window bag inflates. This especially applies to children. The window bag is only about 3-1/2 in (9 cm) thick when it is inflated. NOTE: At no time should any supplemental restraint system (SRS)-component or SRS related component, or fastener, be modified or replaced with any part except those which are approved by Chrylser LLC/Mopar. † The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger, and position every- one for the best interaction with the front airbag. If a Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags when the impact sensors detect a moderate-to-severe frontal collision, to help restrain the driver and front passenger, and then immediately deflate. NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system. If you do have a collision that deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: † The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra- sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. As the airbags deflate, you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by- product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufac- turer’s instructions for cleaning. † It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the airbags will not be in place to protect you. 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Maintaining Your Airbag System Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, and both front seat belt retractor assemblies (w/ pretensioners), replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. WARNING! † Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or add aftermarket side steps or running boards. † You need proper knee impact protection in a collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) † It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system. NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Enhanced Accident Response System If the airbags deploy after an impact and the electrical system remains functional, vehicles equipped with power door locks will unlock automatically. In addition, approximately five seconds after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights will light until the ignition switch is turned off. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in an impact. While the airbag system is designed to be mainte- nance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: † The Airbag Warning Light does not come on or flickers during the six to eight seconds when the ignition switch is first turned on. † The light remains on or flickers after the six to eight † The light flickers or comes on and remains on while second interval. driving. If the speedometer, tachometer or any engine NOTE: related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The airbags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good. Event Data Recorder (EDR) In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param- eters (see the following list) in an event data recorder, prior to the moment of airbag deployment, or near deployment, and up to a quarter-second of high-speed deceleration data during, and/or after, airbag deploy- ment. EDR data are ONLY recorded if an airbag deploys, or nearly deploys, and are otherwise unavailable. NOTE: 1. A near-deployment event occurs when the airbag sensor detects severe vehicle deceleration usually indica- tive of a crash, but not severe enough to warrant airbag deployment. 2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be recorded (e.g., loss of battery power). In conjunction with other data gathered during a com- plete accident investigation, the electronic data may be used by Chrylser LLC, and others, to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries, in order to assess and improve vehicle performance. In addition to crash investigations initiated by Chrylser LLC, such investigations may be requested by customers, insurance carriers, government officials, and professional crash researchers, such as those associated with univer- sities, and with hospital and insurance organizations. In the event that an investigation is undertaken by Chrylser LLC (regardless of initiative), the company, or its designated representative, will first obtain permission of the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle (usually the vehicle owner or lessee) before accessing the elec- tronic data stored, unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e., pursuant to a warrant). A copy of the data will be provided to the custodial entity upon request. General data, that does not identify par- ticular vehicles or crashes, may be released for incorpo- ration in aggregate crash databases, such as those main- tained by the U.S. government and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive nature, such as would identify a particular driver, vehicle, or crash, will be treated confi- dentially. Confidential data will not be disclosed by Chrylser LLC to any third party, except when: 1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data with a particular crash record in an aggregate database, provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter preserved 2. Used in defense of litigation involving a Chrylser LLC product 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 cycles and vehicle mileage) 4. Otherwise required by law. Data Parameters that May Be Recorded: † Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning lamp status for electronically-controlled safety systems, including the airbag system † 9Time9 of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition † Airbag deployment level (if applicable) † Impact acceleration and angle † Seat belt status † Brake status (service and parking brakes) † Accelerator status (including vehicle speed) † Engine control status (including engine speed) † Transmission gear selection 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE † Cruise control status † Traction/stability control status † Tire pressure monitoring system status (if equipped). Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time - babies and children, too. Every state in the United States, and all Canadian provinces, require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Children 12 years and younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult seat belt. Always check the child seat experts recommend that owner’s manual to ensure you have the right seat for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your child. Infants and Small Children † Safety children ride rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing: infant carriers and 9convertible9 child seats. † The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs (9 kg). 9Convertible9 child seats can be used either rearward-facing or forward-facing in the vehicle. Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward-facing direction than infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are less than one year old. Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the seat belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system. (Refer to “LATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System” in this section.) † Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag that does not have a switch to turn the airbag Off. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. Older Children and Child Restraints † Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg), and who are older than one year, can ride forward-facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg), and are older than one year old. These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the seat belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system. (Refer to “LATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System” in this section.) THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 † The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh- ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the seat cushion while the child’s back is against the seatback, they need a belt-positioning booster seat. The child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt. Children Too Large for Booster Seats † Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seat back should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. † Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. † The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible. 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE slouching can move the belt out of position. † Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or † If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm. For additional information, refer to www.seatcheck.org. WARNING! † Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- actly when installing an infant or child restraint. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) † A rearward-facing infant restraint should only be used in a rear seat of a vehicle that does not have an airbag off switch. A rearward-facing infant restraint in the front seat may be struck by a deploying passenger airbag, which may cause se- vere or fatal injury to the infant. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child restraint: † Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. The manufacturer recommends that you try a child restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it before you buy it. † The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits. † Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may not work when you need it. † The Extended Cab first, and Club/Crew Cab second row outside seating positions, have cinching latch plates. These are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight, if necessary. † Buckle the child into the restraint exactly as the † When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle. manufacturer’s instructions tell you. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Do not leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or collision, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury. LATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) — if equipped Each vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system provides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle structure. LATCH- compatible child restraint systems are now available. However, because the lower anchorages are to be intro- duced over a period of years, child restraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to also have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat belts. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE connection to the top tether anchorages have been avail- able for some time. For some older child restraints, many child restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether strap kits or retro-fit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re- straint in any vehicle. Extended Cab † The Extended Cab front and right rear (if equipped with a rear seat) passenger seating positions have lower child restraints. LATCH-equipped anchorages for of are capable Crew Cab † The Crew Cab second row seat has lower anchorages that accommodating LATCH- compatible child seats having flexible, webbing- mounted lower attachments at all three seating posi- tions. Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only. Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment, NEVER install LATCH compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchorage. If you are installing LATCH-compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seating positions, you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehicle’s seat belt for the outboard position, but you must use the vehicle’s seat belt at the center position. If your child restraints are not LATCH compatible, you can only install the child restraints using the vehicle’s seat belts. Refer to “Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System” in this section. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 LATCH Anchors LATCH Anchors Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System — if equipped We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE were provided with the child restraint system. The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, and are just visible when you lean into the vehicle to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces. In addition, there are tether strap anchorages at each LATCH seating position (Refer to “Child Restraint Tether Anchor” in this section.) Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- facing toddler restraints, and some rear-facing infant restraints, will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage, and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap. You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. Next, attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat cover material. Then, attach the tether strap to the anchorage located on the back of the seat, being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint and, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts. Finally, tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat, removing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children. It is recommended that before installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle. WARNING! Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt The passenger seat belts are equipped with either cinch- ing latch plates or automatic locking retractors, which are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint, so that it should not be necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight; however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary. If the seat belt has an automatic locking retractor, it will have a distinctive label. Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle. Then, pull the belt until it is fully extended from the retractor. Allow the belt to return to the retractor, pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion about the child restraint. For automatic 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE locking retractor seat belts, refer to 9Automatic Locking Mode9 in this section. If you have trouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because, the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint, follow these steps. If the buckle is webbing-mounted, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out. If the belt still can’t be tightened, the buckle is not webbing-mounted, or if by pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may need to do something more. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the latch plate around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, try a different seating position or use the locking clip provided with your child restraint. To complete the child seat installation, refer to 9Child Restraint Tether Anchor9 in this section. Child Restraint Tether Anchor The Extended Cab model has one routing strap located behind the passenger side, rear out- board seating position. The tether anchor itself is located in the center of vehicle, in between the two seating positions. The front outboard passenger seating position is also equipped with a child tether anchorage, located at the base of the front seatback. When there is a rear seat delete option, the tether anchorage located on the cab back panel is designed to be used for the front seat center seating position. The Crew Cab model has three anchorages located behind each of the rear seating positions (rear left, rear center, and rear right). WARNING! † With a child restraint installed in the rear passen- ger side locations, use care when adjusting the front seat(s) rearward, to avoid the front seatback coming in contact with the belted child directly behind the seat. The child could be injured. † Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure the child restraint tether strap is always routed through the proper anchor strap inner loop. Tether Strap at the Front Passenger Seat (Extended Cab) 1. Route the child restraint tether strap up and over the front passenger seatback, and under the head restraint. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 2. Connect the tether strap to the lower anchor. 3. Remove the slack in the tether strap so that it is pulled tight. Tether Strap 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tether Straps at the Rear Passenger Seat (Extended Cab) 1. Route the child restraint tether strap through the routing loop, located directly behind the child restraint. The routing loops are located behind the flip-down door on the cab back panel (padded bolster). 2. Route the tether strap across to the center tether anchorage. The center tether is located behind the slide door in the center of the vehicle, between the two seating positions. Tether Strap Routing Loop Tether Strap Routing 3. Remove the slack in the tether strap so that the anchor strap is pulled tight. Tether Straps at the Rear Passenger Seat (Crew Cab) 1. Route the child restraint tether strap under the head restraint for the outboard seating positions, and then through the anchor strap outer loop (webbing material loop), located directly behind the child restraint. 2. Route the tether strap across to the nearest installed anchor strap, and attach the tether strap hook to the anchor strap inner metal ring. 3. Remove the slack in the tether strap so that both anchor straps are pulled tight. NOTE: Two anchors must be used for any of the three seating positions. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Multiple Child Restraints 1 — Inner Anchor Strap Rings 2 — Snap Hook 3 — Tether Strap 4 — Passenger Side Rear Child Seat 5 — Center Rear Child Seat 6 — Drivers Side Rear Child Seat 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the seat could come loose and allow the child to crash into the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, or even be thrown from the vehicle. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child restraint to secure a child restraint top tether strap. See your authorized dealer for help, if necessary. Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts. ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- mental and should be avoided. The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. The recommended viscosity and quality grades are shown under “Engine Oil”, under “Maintenance Proce- dures” in section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED. A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. SAFETY TIPS Exhaust System WARNING! Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an ex- tremely toxic gas that by itself is colorless and odorless. To avoid inhaling these gases, the following precautions should be observed: THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 † Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area. † It may be necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for more than a short period. If so, adjust your climate control system to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed and the controls in any position except Off or Recirculation. † The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. Be aware of changes in the sound of the exhaust system, exhaust fumes detected inside the vehicle, or damage to the underside or rear of the vehicle. Have a competent mechanic inspect the complete exhaust system and adja- cent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE compartment. In addition, inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace or adjust as required. Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Heater Defroster Ducts Inspect the heater defroster ducts for proper operation. Check for proper airflow through all defroster ducts. If there is any question regarding the operation of your heater defroster ducts, have the system checked by an authorized dealer Seat Belts Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.) or if the front airbags have deployed. If there is any question regarding seat belt or retractor condition, re- place the seat belt. Airbag Warning Light The airbag warning light should come on, and remain on, for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. If there is a problem with the airbag warning light, the seat belt light will flash. Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass or other objects lodged in the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires for proper pressure. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Lights Check the operation of all exterior lights. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if fuel fumes are detected the cause should be located and corrected. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 N Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 N Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 N Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 N Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 m Hands-Free Communication (UConnectt) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 N Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 N Phone Call Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 N UConnectt System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 N Advanced Phone Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . 100 N Things You Should Know About Your UConnectt System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 N General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 m Voice Recognition System (VR) — If Equipped . . 110 N Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation . . . 110 N Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 N Voice Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE m Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 N Manual Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 N Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners . . . . . . . . . 116 N Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 N Adjustable Head Restraints — Front Seating Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 N Six-Way Power Seat Adjuster — Driver’s Side Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 N Extended Cab/Crew Cabt Rear Seat . . . . . . . 120 N Heated Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 m To Open And Close The Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 m Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 N Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 N Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 N Headlight Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 N Headlights, Parking Lights And Panel Lights . . . 125 N Daytime Running Lights (Canada – Standard And U.S. Fleet Vehicles) — If Equipped . . . . . 126 N Lights-On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 N Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 N Cargo Light — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 N Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 m Windshield Wipers And Washers . . . . . . . . . . . 129 N Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 N Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 m Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 m Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped . . . . . . 132 N To Activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 N To Set At A Desired Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 N To Deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 N To Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 N To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 N To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 m Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 N Courtesy/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 m Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer . . . 136 N US/M Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 N Reset Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 N Step Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 N Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) . . . . . . . . 138 N Distance To Empty (DTE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 N Trip Odometer (ODO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 N Elapsed Time (ET) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 N C/T Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 N Global Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 N Compass/Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . . . 140 N Automatic Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . 140

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