2013 Jeep Compass Owners Manual

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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)

Or Years: Or Kilometers:

Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, heavy loading, taxi, police, deliv- ery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.

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482 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.

WARNING!

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

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

CONTENTS 䡵 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR

YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .485
▫ Prepare For The Appointment. . . . . . . . . . . ..485
▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .485
▫ Be Reasonable With Requests . . . . . . . . . . . ..485
䡵 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . ..485
▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center. . . . . ..486
▫ Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center . . . . ..486
▫ In Mexico contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..487

▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..487
▫ Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487
䡵 WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . ..488
䡵 MOPAR威 PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..489
䡵 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS . . . . . . . . . . ..489

▫ In The 50 United States And

Washington, D.C.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .489
▫ In Canada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .489
䡵 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS . . . . . . . . . . ..490

484 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 䡵 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES . . . . . . . ..491
▫ Treadwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .491

▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .492
▫ Temperature Grades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..492

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE

Prepare For The Appointment If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s service history. This can often provide a clue to the current problem. Prepare A List Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the service advisor know.

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Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At many authorized dealer, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment.

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy with our products and services. Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the

486 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer. They want to know if you need assistance. • If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the con- cern, you may contact the manufacturer’s customer center.

Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer cen- ter should include the following information: • Owner’s name and address • Owner’s telephone number (home and office)

• Authorized dealer name • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) • Vehicle delivery date and mileage Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center P.O. Box 21–8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004
Phone: (877) 426–5337
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone: (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French

In Mexico contact: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
Mexico, D. F. In Mexico City: 5081-7568
Outside Mexico City: 1-800-505-1300
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.

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Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711
and for Voice callers, dial 1 800 855-0511 to connect with a Bell Relay Service operator. Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date. If you have any questions about the service contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French).

488 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a ser- vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract, and you require service after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the contract documents, and contact the person listed in those documents. We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns.

WARNING!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi- cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARRANTY INFORMATION See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.

MOPAR姞 PARTS MOPAR威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle operating at its best.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy

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campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, and the manufacturer. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer Service Department imme- diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans- port Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/ roadsafety/

490 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. NOTE: A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). Service Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor- mation that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain- ing, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group LLC ve- hicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, and charts.

Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and features. They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshoot- ing and drivability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment. Owner’s Manuals These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac- quaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC vehicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and mainte- nance procedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.

Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) Or Visit us on the Worldwide Web at: • www.techauthority.com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle. All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.

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Treadwear The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- teristics and climate.

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

WARNING!

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under

controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law.

WARNING!

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

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O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L

Compass

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.

DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drink- ing, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.

WARNING!

Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.

This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obliga- tion upon itself to install them on products previously manu- factured.

Copyright © 2012 Chrysler Group LLC

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494 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..337
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . ..449
Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .386
Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .444
Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .384
Airbag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Airbag Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Airbag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Airbag Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Airbag, Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .440
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..442
Air Conditioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297
Air Conditioning Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..297
Air Conditioning Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..308
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . ..309
Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..442
Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..297

Air Pressure, Tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .360
Alarm Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217
Alarm System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Antenna, Satellite Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..256
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..449
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .472
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .451
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..337
Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..214
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm). . . . . . . . . .18
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .459
Assistance Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..108
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . ..301
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..321
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .457

Fluid and Filter Changes

Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .456
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .455
Fluid Type Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .323
Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .456
Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329

Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .441
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . .25
Belts, Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..443
B-Pillar Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355
Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .340
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .474
Brake, Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337
Anti-Lock (ABS) Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .453
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334

Warning Light

INDEX 495
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215
Brake/Transmission Interlock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..322
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .469
Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

Calibration, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . ..472
Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .472
Caps, Filler

Fuel Oil (Engine) Power Steering Radiator (Coolant Pressure)

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .333
. . . . . . . . . . . . . ..450
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Cargo Area Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
Cargo Area Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
Cargo Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197

Light Luggage Carrier

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496 INDEX Cargo Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
Cargo Load Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200
Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200
Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .460
Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Center High Mounted Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . . . ..472
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369
Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .408
Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .434
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Checks, Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Child Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Clean Air Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382
Cleaning Wheels

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Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297
Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .453
Clutch Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .453
Coin Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..317
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . ..296
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .364
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237
Compass Variance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238
Connector

UCI Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287
. . . . . . . ..287
Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
Contract, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487
Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .472
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) . . . . . . . . . ..450
Cooling System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .447
. . . . . . . . . . . . . ..449
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448

Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) Coolant Level

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..451
Disposal of Used Coolant Drain, Flush, and Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..448
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .451
Points to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..452
Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .450
Radiator Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .450
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . ..449
Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .459
Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .485

Data Recorder, Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Dealer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .436
Defroster, Rear Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..203
Defroster, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..170
Diagnostic System, Onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..433
Dimmer Switch, Headlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..165

Dipsticks

Disposal

Power Steering

INDEX 497

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .333

Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . ..451
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Door Locks, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Door Opener, Garage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176
Downshifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .331

Electrical Power Outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..188
Electric Remote Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Electronic Brake Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..339
Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..340
Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..340
Electronic Roll Mitigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..341
Traction Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..340

Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . ..172 10

498 INDEX Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . ..345
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). . . . ..228
Emergency, In Case of

Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .408
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .419
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .426
Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . ..434
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .440
Block Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318
Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Checking Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..437
Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..448
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .447
Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .419
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .437
Oil Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .431

Oil Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438
Oil Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .439
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .406
Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..217
Enhanced Accident Response Feature . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382
Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Exhaust Gas Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

Filters

Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .440
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .440
Engine Oil Engine Oil Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..439
Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .406
Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .406
Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..317
Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .474
Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .472
Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Fluid Level Checks

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..456
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .333
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . ..473
Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..158
Four Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .331
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .331
Four Wheel Drive Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..331
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..423
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .386
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .384

Systems

INDEX 499
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .472
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382
Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382
Ethanol Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..386
Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
Materials Added . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .384
Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382
Octane Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .472
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .386
Fuel System Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .387
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .465

Garage Door Opener (HomeLink威) . . . . . . . . . . . ..176
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..386
Gasoline, Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382 10

500 INDEX Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Gasoline, Reformulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..382
Gauges

Coolant Temperature Fuel Odometer Tachometer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..217
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215
Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .323
Gear Select Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..425
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .463
Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..391
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..389
GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .389

Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..406
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .463

High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch . . . . . . . ..165
Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Heated Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297
Heater, Engine Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .165
Hill Descent Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .342
Hill Start Assist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .343
Hitches

Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .393
HomeLink威 (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . .176
Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160

Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Infant Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Information Center, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..228
Inside Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..107
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
Instrument Panel and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..210
Instrument Panel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..464
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..464
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . ..465
Interior Appearance Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..462
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers). . . . . . . . . . . ..170
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Jacking Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410
Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .408
Jack Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .408
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .419

INDEX 501
Key-In Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Key, Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Key, Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Knee Bolster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Lane Change and Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..471
Lane Change Assist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Lap/Shoulder Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160
Lead Free Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Leaks, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Life of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367
Liftgate (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..202
Light Bulbs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 10

502 INDEX Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217
Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214
Back-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .471
Brake Assist Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..349
Brake Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
Center Mounted Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..472
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
Daytime Running Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..162
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . .349
Engine Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . ..215
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..214
High Beam Indicator High Beam/Low Beam Select . . . . . . . . . . . . ..165
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .472
Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..163
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
Low Fuel Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . ..223
Map Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . ..217
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . ..219
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .349
Traction Control Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
. . . ..212
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) Loading Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .388

Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Child Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Door Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Lubrication, Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .443
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..204
Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

Maintenance Free Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..441
Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..436
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .476
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine). . . . . ..223
Manual, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .490
Manual Transaxle

Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .458
Lubricant Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .458

INDEX 503
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318
Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .457
Frequency of Fluid Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..457
Lubricant Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .457
Map/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
Master Cylinder (Brakes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..453
Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382
Mini-Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..108
Electric Powered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Exterior Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..371
Mopar Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .435 10

504 INDEX MTBE/ETBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382
Multi-Function Control Lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..162

New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..381
Odometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219
Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231
Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..231
Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .437
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .472
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438
Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .437
Checking Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .439
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .440
Filter Filter Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .439

Identification Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438
Materials Added to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..439
Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438
Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .439
Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .439
Oil Filter, Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .440
Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..433
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink威) . . . . . . . . . . ..176
Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .433
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .459
Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Parking Brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Personal Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234
Pets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

Pets, Transporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Phone, Cellular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . . . . . . . ..355
Power

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . . . . . . ..188
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .458
Transfer Unit Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Power Steering Fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .474
Power Transfer Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .458
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Preparation for Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..409

Pretensioners

Seat Belts

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Programmable Electronic Features . . . . . . . . . . . ..234

INDEX 505

Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .362
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) . . . . . . . . . ..450
Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296
Rear Axle (Differential) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..458
Rear Drive Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .458
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Rear Seat, Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..203
Rear Window Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..202
Rear Wiper/Washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202
Recorder, Event Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Recreational Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .403
Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..382
Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .443 10

506 INDEX Reminder, Seat Belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Remote Control

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls . . . . . . . ..294
Remote Starting System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .469
Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .435
Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..489
Restraint, Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154
Restraints, Child. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Restraints, Occupant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Retractable Cargo Area Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..198
Roll Over Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Roof Type Carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .370

Safety Checks Inside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..101
Safety Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..489
Safety, Exhaust Gas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Safety Information, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..350
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Satellite Radio Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..256
Schedule, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..476
Seat Belt Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .464
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Adjustable Shoulder Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage . . . . . . . .48
And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Rear Seat Untwisting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152
Rear Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..158
Rear Folding (Sedan) Seatback Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
Tilting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Sentry Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Sentry Key Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .485
Service Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .487

INDEX 507
Service Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .490
Settings, Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234
Setting the Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241
Shift Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .425
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . ..320
Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Side Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) . . . . . . . . . . ..308
Signals, Turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Snow Chains (Tire Chains). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..369
Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .363
Spare Tire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .364
Speed Control (Cruise Control). . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..172
Speedometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..316
Cold Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317
Engine Fails to Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..317
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..315 10

508 INDEX

Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315
Steering

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332
Tilt Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..294
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .294
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .469
Storage Bin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .194
Storage, Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .307
Stuck, Freeing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .423
Sun Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
Sun Visor Extension. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag . . . . . . . . . .61
Synthetic Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .439
System, Remote Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Tachometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . . . . . . . ..301

Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . ..217
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..200
Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
Tire and Loading Information Placard. . . . . . . . . ..355
Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..367
Aging (Life of Tires) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359
Air Pressure Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .408
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .364
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..359
High Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .362
Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .360
Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .408
Life of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367
Load Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355

Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . ..371
Pressure Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..219
Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .491
Radial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .362
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .370
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350
Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351
Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .363
Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .366
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .397
Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..367
Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..350
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..394
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390
24-Hour Towing Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..125
Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .426
Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394

Recreational Weight

INDEX 509
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .403
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394
Towing Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . . . . . . . . . ..403
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390
Cooling System Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..402
Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .393
Minimum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..396
Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .401
Trailer and Tongue Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..394
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .399
Trailer Towing Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394
Trailer Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394
Transaxle

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Automatic Transmission

Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .455
Manual

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318 10

510 INDEX Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink威) . . . .176
Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367
Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221
Trip Odometer Reset Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..219
Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..388
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .356
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .307
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Voice Recognition System (VR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..142

UCI Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Understanding Your Instrument Panel. . . . . . . . . ..210
Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..491
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .287
Universal Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176
Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .381
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Variance, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238

Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .212
Warning, Roll Over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Warnings and Cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .488
Washer

Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .444
Washers, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170
Washing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .460
Wheel and Wheel Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..461
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..461
Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187

Window Fogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Windshield Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Power

INDEX 511
Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
Windshield Wiper Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..444
Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..444
Wipers, Intermittent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170

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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained personnel. The following must be observed during installation.

The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible. The negative power connection should be made to body sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection. This connection should not be fused.

Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped.

The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully shielded coaxial cable.

Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).

Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than normal may require special precautions.

All installations should be checked for possible interference between the communications equipment and the vehicle’s electronic systems.

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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.

DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drink- ing, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.

WARNING!

Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.

This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obliga- tion upon itself to install them on products previously manu- factured.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

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

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

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

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207

STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311

6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405

7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429

8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 475

10

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 483

INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 493

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INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS 䡵 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
䡵 ROLLOVER WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
䡵 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . . . . . .7
䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . .8

4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc- ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.

When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- nicians and genuine MOPAR威 parts, and cares about your satisfaction.

ROLLOVER WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many passenger cars. It is capable of performing better in a wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in an unsafe manner, all vehicles can go out of control. Because of the higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over when some other vehicles may not. Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle

control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drive carefully.

Rollover Warning Label

Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts pro- vided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S. government notes that the universal use of existing

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seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects. Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner’s Manual:

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cau- tions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also is stamped into the right front body, on the right front seat crossmember under the carpet and the vehicle registration and title.

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Vehicle Identification Number

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VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.

Right Front Body VIN Location

NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

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CONTENTS 䡵 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
▫ Locking Doors With A Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
䡵 SENTRY KEY威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
▫ Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
▫ Customer Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . .18
▫ To Arm The System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

▫ Rearming The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
▫ Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override . . . . . .19

䡵 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) —

IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate . . . . . . . . . .20
▫ Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All First

Press . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
▫ Illuminated Approach — If Equipped . . . . . . . .21
▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . .22

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▫ Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock . . . . . . . . .22
▫ Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock . . .23
▫ Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
▫ Programming Additional Transmitters. . . . . . . .24
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . .25
䡵 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —

IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
▫ How To Use Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
䡵 DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
▫ Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
▫ Power Door Locks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear

Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

䡵 POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . .35
▫ Power Window Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
▫ Auto-Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
▫ Window Lockout Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
䡵 LIFTGATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
䡵 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . .48
▫ Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure . . . . .52
▫ Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions . . . . . .52
▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

▫ Energy Management Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
▫ Supplemental Active Head Restraints

(AHR) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System

(BeltAlert威)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
▫ Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . .61
▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) —

Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
▫ Advanced Front Air Bag Features . . . . . . . . . . .63
▫ Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . .67

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▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
▫ Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
䡵 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .96
䡵 SAFETY TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
▫ Transporting Passengers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
▫ Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should

Make Outside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..101

12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys. Ask your authorized dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place.

Ignition Key Removal

1. Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an

automatic transmission).

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC (Accessory)

position.

3. Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate the key to

the LOCK position.

4. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder.

Vehicle Key

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NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tem- porarily in the ignition switch cylinder. If this occurs, place the shift lever in PARK, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunc- tion occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.

WARNING!

• Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re- move the Key Fob from the ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.

(Continued)

Ignition Switch Positions

1 — LOCK 2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)

3 — ON/RUN 4 — START

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil- dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, and do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Locking Doors With A Key You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the door, turn the key to the right. To unlock the door, turn the key to the left. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition and the ignition position is LOCK or ACC, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. NOTE: With the driver’s door open and the key in the ignition, the power door locks will not lock and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will not function.

SENTRY KEY姞 The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System prevents unauthor- ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The system uses ignition keys that have an embedded electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro- grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the engine. NOTE: A key that has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.

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During normal operation, after turning on the ignition switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In addition, if the Vehicle Security Light begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid key to try to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10
seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electron- ics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an authorized dealer.

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CAUTION!

CAUTION!

The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some after-market remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection.

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics. Replacement Keys

NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key威 is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.

Always remove the Sentry Keys威 from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- tended.

At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is required for authorized dealer replacement of keys. Du- plication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by following the customer key programming procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one that has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key威 Immobilizer Sys- tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer.

Customer Key Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keys威, you can program new Sentry Keys威 to the system by performing the following procedure: 1. Cut the additional Sentry Key威 Transponder blank(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code. 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position for at least three seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first key.

3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within 15 seconds. After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the second key.

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4. Insert a blank Sentry Key威 into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing. To indicate that programming is com- plete, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on again for three seconds and then turn off.

The new Sentry Key威 is programmed. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be pro- grammed during this procedure. Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you do not have a programmed Sentry Key威, contact your authorized dealer for details. NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys- tem’s memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be reprogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an

18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE authorized dealer at the time of service to be repro- grammed. General Information The Sentry Key威 system complies with FCC rules Part 15
and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors, liftgate, and ignition switch for unauthorized operation. When the alarm is activated, the interior switches for door locks are disabled. The Vehicle Security Alarm provides both audio and visual signals, the horn will

sound, the headlights, park lamps and/or turn signals will flash repeatedly for three minutes. If the disturbance is still present (driver’s door, passenger door, other doors, ignition) after three minutes, the parking lights and tail lights will flash for an additional 15 minutes. To Arm The System

1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out

of the vehicle.

2. Lock the door using either the power door LOCK switch or the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and close all doors.

3. The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for approximately 16 seconds. This shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. During this period, if a door is opened, the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN, or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner, the Vehicle Security

Alarm will automatically disarm. After approximately 16 seconds, the Vehicle Security Light will flash slowly. This shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is fully armed.

Rearming The System If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself. To Disarm The System Press UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter, or insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.

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If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times and exterior lights blink three times when you unlock the doors. Check the vehicle for tampering. The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm unexpectedly. If you remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the RKE transmitter, once the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed (after 16
seconds), when you pull the door handle to exit, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger.

20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.

Three Button RKE Transmitter

NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects. To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All First Press This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: • For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle Settings Information

(EVIC)/Personal

Center

(Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understand- ing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the

following steps:

1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button.

2. Release both buttons at the same time. 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans- mitter with the ignition switch in the LOCK position and the key removed.

4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to

its previous setting.

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NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Illuminated Approach — If Equipped This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the EVIC. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer- Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In- strument Panel” for further information. NOTE: None of the courtesy lights will operate if the dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme downward position), unless the overhead map/reading lights are turned on manually.

22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter to lock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Un- derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor- mation.

• For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the

following steps:

1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- mitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10
seconds. Then, press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button.

2. Release both buttons at the same time. 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the LOCK position and the key removed.