2009 Dodge Dakota Owners Manual

ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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† 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.

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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

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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

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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

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† 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.)

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† 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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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:

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† 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

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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.

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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

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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

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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
N Manual Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
N To Put Into a Calibration Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 141
N Outside Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

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m Garage Door Opener — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 142
N Programming HomeLinkt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
N Gate Operator/Canadian Programming . . . . . 146
N Using HomeLinkt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
N Reprogramming A Single HomeLinkt

Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
N Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
N Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
N General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
m Electrical Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

N Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off

(Battery Fed Configuration) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
m Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
m Rear Storage — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

N Rear Convenience Storage Crates . . . . . . . . . 151
N Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
m Floor Console — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
N Floor Console Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
m Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
m Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
N Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped . . . . . 156
N Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped . . . . . . . 157
m Slide-In Campers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
N Camper Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
N General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
N Carbon Monoxide Warning-Vehicles

Equipped With A Cap Or Slide-In Campers . . 158

m Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
N Tailgate Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79

N Two–Position Tailgate/Upper Load

Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

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MIRRORS

Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield).

Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped Folding outside mirrors are hinged, and may be moved either forward or rearward, to resist damage.

Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel.

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To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move. When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror.

Power Mirror Switch

Mirror Directions

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WARNING!

Vehicles and other objects seen in the right-side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the right-side mirror.

HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnectT) — IF EQUIPPED

NOTE: The sales code RER and REU radios contain an integrated Hands-Free Communication (UConnectt) system. Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for UConnectt system operating instructions for these radios.

UConnectt is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications system. UConnectt allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., 9Call” { “Mike” {”Work9 or 9Dial” { “248-555-12129). Your cellular phone’s audio is trans- mitted through your vehicle’s audio system; the system will automatically mute your radio when using the UConnectt system. NOTE: The UConnectt system requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetootht 9Hands-Free Profile,9 Ver- sion 0.96 or higher. See the UConnectt website for supported phones. NOTE: following websites: † www.chrysler.com/uconnect † www.dodge.com/uconnect † www.jeep.com/uconnect

For UConnectt customer support, visit

the

“Hands-Free

† or call 1–877–855–8400
UConnectt allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s microphone for private conversation. The UConnectt system is driven through your Bluetootht phone. UConnectt features Bluetootht technology - the global standard that enables different electronic devices to con- nect to each other without wires or a docking station, so UConnectt works no matter where you stow your cellu- lar phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s UConnectt system. The UConnectt system allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to the system. Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or French languages.

profile”

cellular

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Phone Button

The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system (depending on the type of mirror and radio equipped), and either the radio or the mirror has the two control buttons (PHONE Button and VOICE RECOGNITION button) that will enable you to access the system. Voice Recognition Button

Actual button location may vary with radio. The individual buttons are described in the “Operation” section.

The UConnectt system can be used with any Hands-Free Profile certified Bluetootht cellular phone. See the UConnectt website for supported phones. If your cellu- lar phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset Profile) you may not be able to use any UConnectt features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details.

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The UConnectt system is fully integrated with the vehi- cle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnectt system can be adjusted either from the radio volume control knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right switch), if so equipped. The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the UConnectt system such as 9CELL9 or caller ID on certain radios. Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnectt system and to navigate through the UConnectt menu structure. Voice commands are required after most UConnectt system prompts. You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options. † Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for the beep, which follows the 9Ready9 prompt or another prompt.

† For certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying 9Setup9 and then 9Phone Pairing,9 the following compound command can be said: 9Setup Phone Pairing.9
† For each feature explanation in this section, only the combined form of the voice command is given. You can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command when you are asked for it. For example, you can use the combined form voice com- mand 9Phonebook New Entry,9 or you can break the combined form command into two voice commands: 9Phonebook9 and 9New Entry.9 Please remember, the UConnectt system works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone, as if speaking to someone sitting a few feet/meters away from you.

Voice Command Tree Refer to “Voice Tree” in this section.

Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to know your options at any prompt, say 9Help9 following the beep. The UConnectt system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help. To activate the UConnectt system from idle, simply press the PHONE button and follow the audible prompts for directions. All UConnectt system sessions begin with a press of the PHONE button on the radio control head. Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say 9Cancel9 and you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu. Pair (Link) UConnectt System to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnectt system, you must pair your compatible Bluetootht enabled cellular phone.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85

To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer- ence your cellular phone Owner’s Manual. The UConnectt website may also provide detailed instruc- tions for pairing. The following are general phone to UConnectt system pairing instructions: † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † When prompted, after the beep, say 9Pair a Phone9 and † You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi- fication Number (PIN), which you will later need to enter into your cellular phone. You can enter any four-digit PIN. You will not need to remember this PIN after the initial pairing process.

follow the audible prompts.

9Setup Phone Pairing.9

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† For identification purposes, you will be prompted to give the UConnectt system a name for your cellular phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name. † You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7, with 1 being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnectt system. However, at any given time, only one cellular phone can be in use, connected to your UConnectt system. The priority allows the UConnectt system to know which cellular phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority 3 and priority 5
phones are present in the vehicle, the UConnectt system will use the priority 3 cellular phone when you make a call. You can select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time (refer to 9Advanced Phone Connectivity9 in this section).

9Dial.9

Dial by Saying a Number † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † The system will prompt you to say the number you † For example, you can say 9234-567-89019. † The UConnectt system will confirm the phone num- ber and then dial. The number will appear in the display of certain radios.

want to call.

Call by Saying a Name † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say

“Call.9

person you want to call.

† The system will prompt you to say the name of the † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say 9John Doe,9 where John Doe is a previ- ously stored name entry in the UConnectt phonebook or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a name in the phonebook, refer to 9Add Names to Your UConnectt Phonebook,9 in the phonebook. † The UConnectt system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number, which may appear in the display of certain radios. Add Names to Your UConnectt Phonebook NOTE: Adding names to the UConnectt phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. † Press the PHONE button to begin.

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9Phonebook New Entry.9

† After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use of long names helps the voice recognition and it is recommended. For example, say 9Robert Smith9 or 9Robert9 instead of 9Bob.9
† When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., 9Home,9 9Work,9 9Mobile,9 or 9Pager9). This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry, if desired. † When prompted, recite the phone number for the

phonebook entry that you are adding.

After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu.

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The UConnectt system will allow you to enter up to 32
names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. In addition, if equipped and supported by your phone, UConnectt automatically downloads mobile phone’s phonebook. Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook transfer from Mobile phone If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, UConnectt automatically downloads names (text names) and number entries from the mobile phone’s phonebook. Specific Bluetootht Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. See UConnectt website for supported phones. † To call a name from downloaded (or UConnectt) Phonebook, follow the procedure in “Call by Saying a Name” section.

† Automatic download and update, if supported, begins as soon as the phone Bluetootht wireless connection is made to the UConnectt. For example, after you start the vehicle. † Maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down- loaded and updated every time a phone is connected to the UConnectt. † Depending on the maximum number of entries down- loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- able, previous downloaded phonebook is available for use. † Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile † Only the Mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- book.

phone is accessible.

† This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or deleted on the UConnectt. These can only be edited on the mobile phone. The changes are transferred and updated to UConnectt on the next phone connection.

Phonebook Download — Single Entry If equipped and supported by your phone, UConnectt allows the user to download entries from their phone via Bluetootht. To use this feature, press the PHONE button and say “Phonebook Download.” The system prompts, “Ready to accept “V” card entry via Bluetootht…” The system is now ready to accept phonebook entries from your phone using the Bluetootht Object Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to send these entries from your phone. NOTE: † The phone handset must support Bluetootht OBEX

transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature.

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† Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they are already connected to any system via Bluetootht, and you may see a message on the phone display that the Bluetootht link is busy. In this case, the user must first disconnect or drop the Bluetootht connection to the UConnectt system, and then send the address book entry via Bluetootht. Please see your phone Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to drop the Bluetootht connection. † If the phonebook entry is longer than 24 characters, it

will only use the first 24 characters. Edit UConnectt Phonebook Entries NOTE: † Editing names in the phonebook is recommended † Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be

when the vehicle is not in motion.

deleted or edited.

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9Phonebook Edit.9

† Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook † Next, choose the number designation (home, work, † When prompted, recite the new phone number for the

mobile, or pager) that you wish to edit.

entry that you wish to edit.

phonebook entry that you are editing.

After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to the main menu. 9Phonebook Edit9 can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have a

mobile and a home number, but you can add ”John Doe’s” work number later using the 9Phonebook Edit9
feature. Delete UConnectt Phonebook Entry NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say 9List Names9 to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose. To select one of the entries

9Phonebook Delete.9

from the list, press the “Voice Recognition” button while the UConnectt system is playing the desired entry and say 9Delete.9
† After you enter the name, the UConnectt system will ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, work, mobile, pager, or all. Say the designation you wish to delete. † Note that only the phonebook entry in the current † Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be

language is deleted.

deleted or edited.

Delete/Erase “All” UConnectt Phonebook Entries † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say

9Phonebook Erase All.9

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wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook.

† The UConnectt system will ask you to verify that you † After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be † Note that only the phonebook in the current language † Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be

is deleted.

deleted.

deleted or edited.

List All Names in the UConnectt Phonebook † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † The UConnectt system will play the names of all the phonebook entries, including the downloaded phone- book entries, if available.

9Phonebook List Names.9

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† To call one of the names in the list, press the “Voice Recognition” button during the playing of the desired name, and say 9Call.9

NOTE: The user can also exercise 9Edit9 or 9Delete9
operations at this point. † The UConnectt system will then prompt you as to the number designation you wish to call. † The selected number will be dialed. Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnectt system if the feature(s) are available on your cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the UConnectt system. Check with your cellular service provider for the features that you have.

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - No Call Currently in Progress When you receive a call on your cellular phone, the UConnectt system will interrupt the vehicle audio sys- tem, if on, and will ask if you would like to answer the call. Press the PHONE button to accept the call. To reject the call, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep, indicating that the incoming call was rejected. Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call Currently in Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your cell phone. Press the PHONE button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call. NOTE: The UConnectt system compatible phones in the market today do not support rejecting an incoming

call when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can only answer an incoming call or ignore it. Making a Second Call While Current Call in Progress To make a second call while you are currently on a call, press the “Voice Recognition” button and say 9Dial9 or 9Call9 followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to 9Toggling Between Calls9 in this section. To combine two calls, refer to 9Conference Call9 in this section. Place/Retrieve a Call From Hold To put a call on hold, press the PHONE button until you hear a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. To bring the call back from hold, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep.

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Toggling Between Calls If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), press the PHONE button until you hear a single beep, indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls have switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at one time. Conference Call When two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call. Three-Way Calling To initiate three-way calling, press the “Voice Recogni- tion” button while a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as described under 9Making a Second Call While Current Call in Progress.9 After the second call

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has established, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a double beep, indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call. Call Termination To end a call in progress, momentarily press the PHONE button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call. If the active call is terminated by the far end, a call on hold may not become active automatically. This is cell phone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep. Redial † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † The UConnectt system will call the last number that

9Redial.9

was dialed from your cellular phone.

NOTE: This may not be the last number dialed from the UConnectt system. Call Continuation Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the UConnectt system after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to OFF. Call continuation functionality avail- able on the vehicle can be any one of three types: † After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can continue on the UConnectt system either until the call ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the UConnectt system and transfer of the call to the mobile phone. † After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can continue on the UConnectt system for a certain dura- tion, after which the call is automatically transferred from the UConnectt system to the mobile phone.

† An active call

is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after the ignition key is switched to OFF.

UConnectT System Features

Language Selection To change the language that the UConnectt system is using: † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to English, Espanol, or Francais. † Continue to follow the system prompts to complete

language selection.

After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language.

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NOTE: After every UConnectt language change opera- tion, only the language-specific 32-name phonebook is usable. The paired phone name is not language-specific and usable across all languages. Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: † Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency

number for your area.

If the phone is not reachable and the UConnectt system is operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9Emergency9 and the UConnectt system will instruct

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the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num- ber. This feature is supported in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

NOTE: † The emergency number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area. † If supported, this number may be programmable on some systems. To do this, press ‘Phone’ button and say ‘Setup’, followed by ‘Emergency’. † The UConnectt system does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly.

WARNING!

Your phone must be turned on and paired to the UConnectt system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations, when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnectt system.

Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance: † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say

9Towing Assistance.9

NOTE: † The Towing Assistance number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14- 3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico City in Mexico). † If supported, this number may be programmable on some systems. To do this, press ‘Phone’ button and say ‘Setup’, followed by ‘Towing Assistance’.

Paging To learn how to page, refer to 9Working with Automated Systems.9 Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies, which time out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnectt system. Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to 9Working with Automated Systems.9

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Working with Automated Systems This method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while navigating through an automated telephone system. You can use your UConnectt system to access a voice mail system or an automated service, such as a paging service or automated customer service line. Some ser- vices require immediate response selection. In some instances, that may be too quick for use of the UConnectt system. When calling a number with your UConnectt system that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can press the “Voice Recognition” button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed by the word 9Send.9 For example, if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7
4 6 #), you can press the “Voice Recognition” button and say, 93 7 4 6 # Send.9 Saying a number, or sequence of

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numbers, followed by 9Send,9 is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service cen- ter menu structure, and to leave a number on a pager. You can also send stored UConnectt phonebook entries as tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager entries. To use this feature, dial the number you wish to call and then press the “Voice Recognition” button and say, “Send.” The system will prompt you to enter the name or number and say the name of the phonebook entry you wish to send. The UConnectt system will then send the corresponding phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as tones over the phone. NOTE: † You may not hear all of the tones due to cellular phone † Some paging and voice mail systems have system time out settings that are too short and may not allow the use of this feature.

network configurations; this is normal.

Barge In - Overriding Prompts The “Voice Recognition” button can be used when you wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately. For example, if a prompt is asking 9Would you like to pair a phone, clear a{,9 you could press the “Voice Recognition” button and say, 9Pair a Phone9 to select that option without having to listen to the rest of the voice prompt. Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the UConnectt sys- tem will not repeat a phone number before you dial it). † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9Setup Confirmations.9 The UConnectt system will play the current confirmation prompt status and you will be given the choice to change it.

Phone and Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and/or on a premium display such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by your cell phone, the UConnectt system will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network status when you are attempting to make a phone call using UConnectt. The status is given for roaming, net- work signal strength, phone battery strength, etc. Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnectt system (while dial- ing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures). By dialing a number with your paired Bluetootht cellular phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system. The UConnectt system will work the same as if you dial the number using voice recognition.

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NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the UConnectt system to play it on the vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situation, after successfully dialing a number the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress. Once your call is answered, you will hear the audio. Mute/Un-Mute (Mute Off) When you mute the UConnectt system, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you. In order to mute the UConnectt system: † Press the “Voice Recognition” button. † Following the beep, say 9Mute.9
In order to un-mute the UConnectt system: † Press the “Voice Recognition” button.

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† Following the beep, say 9Mute off.9
Advanced Phone Connectivity

Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnectt system allows ongoing calls to be trans- ferred from your cellular phone to the UConnectt system without terminating the call. To transfer an ongoing call from your UConnectt paired cellular phone to the UConnectt system or vice versa, press the “Voice Recog- nition” button and say 9Transfer Call.9
Connect or Disconnect Link Between the UConnectt System and Cellular Phone Your cellular phone can be paired with many different electronic devices, but can only be actively 9connected9
with one electronic device at a time. If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetootht connection between a UConnectt paired cellular phone

“Setup Phone Pairing.”

and the UConnectt system, follow the instructions de- scribed in your cellular phone User’s Manual. List Paired Cellular Phone Names † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say † When prompted, say 9List Phones.9
† The UConnectt system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority. To “select” or “delete” a paired phone being announced, press the “Voice Recogni- tion” button and say “Select” or “Delete.” Also, see the next two sections for an alternate way to “select” or “delete” a paired phone.

9Setup Select Phone9 and follow the prompts.

Select Another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone paired with the UConnectt system. † Press the PHONE button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † You can also press the “Voice Recognition” button at any time while the list is being played, and then choose the phone that you wish to select. † The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. the UConnectt system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near (approximately within 30 ft [9 m]) the vehicle.

the selected phone is not available,

If

Delete UConnectt Paired Cellular Phones † Press the PHONE button to begin.

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9Setup Phone Pairing.9

† After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † At the next prompt, say 9Delete9 and follow the † You can also press the “Voice Recognition” button at any time while the list is being played, and then choose the phone you wish to delete.

prompts.

Things You Should Know About Your UConnectT System UConnectt Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the PHONE button and say “UConnectt Tutorial.” Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnectt

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system Voice Training feature may be used. To enter this training mode, follow one of the two following proce- dures: From outside the UConnectt mode (e.g., from radio mode): † Press and hold the “Voice Recognition” button for five † Press the “Voice Recognition” button and say the

seconds until the session begins, or,

9Setup, Voice Training9 command.

Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the UConnectt system. For best results, the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked with the engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched OFF. This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only.

To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default settings, enter the Voice Training session via the above procedure and follow the prompts. Voice Recognition (VR) † For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least 1⁄2 in (1 cm) gap between the overhead console (if equipped) and the mirror.

† Always wait for the beep before speaking. † Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from you. † Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period. † Performance is maximized under: † low-to-medium blower setting,

† low-to-medium vehicle speed, † low road noise, † smooth road surface, † fully closed windows, † dry weather condition. † Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- cents, the system may not always work for some. † When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of speaking the digit string, make sure to say 9Send.9
† Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is † It

is not recommended to store similar sounding

not in motion is recommended.

names in the UConnectt phonebook.

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† Phonebook (Downloaded and UConnect Local) name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar. † You can say 9O9 (letter 9O9) for 909 (zero). 98009 must be † Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported. † In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be

spoken 9eight-zero-zero.9

compromised with the convertible top down.

Far End Audio Performance † Audio quality is maximized under: † low-to-medium blower setting, † low-to-medium vehicle speed, † low road noise,

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† smooth road surface, † fully closed windows, † dry weather conditions, and † operation from the driver’s seat. † Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the UConnectt system. † Echo at the far end can sometimes be reduced by † In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be

lowering the in-vehicle audio volume.

compromised with the convertible top down.

Bluetootht Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the UConnectt system. When this happens, the connec- tion can generally be re-established by switching the phone off/on. Your cell phone is recommended to remain in Bluetootht ON mode. Power-Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you must wait at least five seconds prior to using the system.

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Voice Commands

Alternate(s)

Primary zero one two three four five six