Dodge 2010 Challenger SRT8 Owner's Manual

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys ... 12▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ... 12▫ KeyFOB

Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF)When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still beable to hear the conversation coming from the otherparty, but the other par

•When prompted, say ⬙List Phones.⬙•The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names ofall paired cellular phones in order from the highest tothe lowest p

Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™PhoneUconnect™ Phone TutorialTo hear a brief tutorial of the system features, pressthebutton and say “Uconn

•Speak normally, without pausing, just as you wouldspeak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away fromyou.•Make sure that no one other than you is s

•In a convertible vehicle, system performance may becompromised with the convertible top down.Phone Far End Audio Performance•Audio quality is maximiz

104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105

106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Voice CommandsPrimary Alternate(s)zeroonetwothreefourfivesixseveneightninestar (*)plus (+)pound (#)add locationallVoice CommandsPrimary Alternate(s)ca

Voice CommandsPrimary Alternate(s)languagelist nameslist phonesmobilemutemute offnew entrynopagerpair a phonephone pairing pairingphonebook phone book

▫ To Open The Trunk ... 24▫ Using The Panic Alarm ... 24▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ... 24▫ Transmitter Ba

General InformationThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules andRSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions:•

NOTE: If you do not say a command within a fewseconds, the system will present you with a list ofoptions.If you ever wish to interrupt the system whil

CommandsThe Voice Command system understands two types ofcommands. Universal commands are available at alltimes. Local commands are available if the s

Radio FMTo switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM”. Inthis mode, you may say the following commands:•“Frequency” (to change the frequency)•“Next

MemoTo switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. Inthis mode, you may say the following commands:•“New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During ther

NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the VoiceCommandbutton first and wait for the beepbefore speaking the “Barge In” commands.Voice TrainingFor

switch is used to adjust the angle of the seatback. Pushforward or rearward on the switch to change the positionof the seatback.WARNING!Adjusting a se

Manual Front Seatback ReclineTo recline:1. Lean forward in the seat and lift the handle, then leanback to the desired position and release the handle.

Head RestraintsHead restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the eventof a rear impact. The head restraints should be adjustedso the top of the hea

WARNING!Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed orimproperly adjusted could cause serious injury ordeath in the event of a collision. The h

▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) -Airbags ... 45▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 51▫ Event Data Recorder (

Press the switch once to select High-level heat-ing. Press the switch a second time to selectLow-level heating. Press the switch a third timeto shut t

CAUTION!Repeated overheating of the seat could damage theheating element and/or degrade the material of theseat.Easy Entry SeatsPulling upward on the

When the seatback is folded to the upright position, makesure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of theseatback above the seat strap.WARNING

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOODTwo latches must be released to open the hood.1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left sideof the instrument pa

CAUTION!To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi-mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it. Th

Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detentfor parking light and instrument panel light operation.Turn it to the second detent for headl

To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the OFFposition while the headlights are still on. Then, turn offthe headlights within 45 seconds

An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminateswhen the fog lights are turned on.NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beamheadlight

NOTE:•If either light remains on and does not flash, or there isa very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside lightbulb. If an indicator fails

Overhead Console Map/Reading LightsThese lights are mounted between the sun visors on theoverhead console. Each light is turned on by pressing thelens

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSYour vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This systemconsists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter and a W

Interior LightsThe interior lights come on when a door is opened.To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn offautomatically 10 minutes aft

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSThe multifunction lever operates the windshieldwipers and washer when the ignition is placed inthe RUN position. The mult

Mist FeaturePush the multifunction lever inward (toward the steeringcolumn) to the first detent to activate a single wipe cycleto clear off road mist

The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be enabled ordisabled. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Pro

WARNING!Do not adjust the steering column while driving.Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv-ing with the steering column unlocked, cou

To ActivatePush and release the ON/OFF button located on the endof the Electronic Speed Control lever. The indicator lightin the instrument cluster wi

•Press the brake pedal, or press the clutch pedal to thefloor (manual transmission).•Pull the speed control lever toward you (CANCEL).Pushing and rele

To Accelerate For PassingPress the accelerator as you would normally. When thepedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.Using Electr

Courtesy/Reading LightsAt the forward end of the overhead console are twocourtesy/reading lights.Press the lens to turn on the light. Press it a secon

The HomeLink威 buttons are located in the overheadconsole, and contain one, two or three dots/lines desig-nating the different HomeLink威 channels.NOTE:

Key FobThe Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It also containsthe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and anemergency key, which stores in the r

Programming HomeLink姞Before You BeginIf you have not trained any of the HomeLink威 buttons,erase all channels before you begin training.To do this, pre

NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openersmay require you to replace Step 3 with procedures notedin the “Gate Operator/Canadian Programming” se

6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAININGbutton. The name and color of the button may vary bymanufacturer.NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which t

has successfully accepted the frequency signal. TheEVIC display will change from “CHANNEL # TRAIN-ING” to “CHANNEL # TRAINED.”If you unplugged the dev

The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is disabled whenthe Vehicle Security Alarm is active.Troubleshooting TipsIf you are having trouble programming Hom

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPEDThe power sunroof switch is located between the sunvisors on the overhead console.WARNING!•Never leave children in a vehicl

Opening Sunroof — PartiallyPress and hold the switch in the rearward position.Release the switch when the sunroof is in the positiondesired and it wil

Pinch Protect OverrideIf a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing,press the switch forward and hold for two seconds afterthe reversal

time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “Elec-tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Set-tings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in

The center console power outlet is powered directly fromthe battery (power available at all times). Items pluggedinto this power outlet may discharge

To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latchat the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb andthen pull the key out with your other han

CAUTION! (Continued)•Power outlets are designed for accessory plugsonly. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces-sory bracket from the plug. Improp

Rear CupholdersThe rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrestbetween the rear seats. The cupholders are positionedforward in the armrest a

Console StorageThe center console has a storage compartment locatedunderneath the armrest, and also contains a 12 Voltpower outlet, a molded-in coin h

REAR WINDOW FEATURESRear Window DefrosterThe rear window defroster button is located on theclimate control (Mode) knob. Press this button toturn on th

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instrument Panel Features ... 156䡵 Instrument Cluster ... 157䡵 Instrument Cl

䡵 Media Center 730N/430 (RER/REN/RBZ) —AM/FM Stereo Radio And CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — If Equipped ... 185▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Co

▫ Using This Feature ... 212▫ Controlling The iPod威 Using RadioButtons ... 213▫ Play Mode ...

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES1 — Air Outlets 5 — Heated Seat Switch 9 — Ignition Switch2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — ESP OFF Switch 10 — Trunk Release Button

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS1. Fuel GaugeThe pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank whenthe ignition switch is in the RUN position.2. Tri

WARNING!Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingunattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for anumber of reasons. A child or others could

7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning LightThis light will turn on briefly as a bulb checkwhen the ignition switch is placed in RUN. Thislight

CAUTION!Driving with a hot cooling system could damageyour vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F(116°C) or greater, pull over and stop the veh

10. Airbag Warning LightThis light will turn on for six to eight secondsas a bulb check when the ignition switch is firstplaced in RUN. If the light i

cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles(kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), seean authorized dealer as soon as possible

check or when driving. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in“Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” forfurther information.17. Shift Lever Indicator

Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageIf the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuelfiller cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a“Check G

If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces-sary.WARNING!Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger-ous. Part of the brake syste

placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehiclehas tires of a different size than the size indicated on thevehicle placard or tire inflatio

TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or moretires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that thereplacement or alternate tires and wheels allo

25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part ofan onboard diagnostic system called OBD. TheOBD system monitors e

The system uses Key Fob with factory-mated RemoteKeyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless IgnitionNode (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle opera

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER(EVIC)The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-tures a driver-interactive display that is located in

•Surround Sound modes (if equipped with Driver-Selectable Surround [DSS])•Performance FeaturesThe system allows the driver to select information bypre

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)DisplaysWhen the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displaysthe following messages:•Turn Signal On (wi

•Right Front Low Pressure (with a single chime)•Right Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime)•Check TPM System (with a single chime)•ESP Off•Check Gas

Unless reset, this message will continue to display eachtime you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUNposition. To turn off the message temporarily,

Average Fuel EconomyShows the average fuel economy since the last reset.When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read“RESET” or show dashes fo

Display Units of Measure inTo make your selection, press and release the FUNC-TION SELECT button until “ENGLISH” or “METRIC”appears.To Reset The Displ

•1/8 Mile•1/4 Mile•Instantaneous G-Force•Peak G-Force•Digital SpeedometerTo access, press and release the MENU button untilPerformance Features displa

•This feature will only function when applying thebrakes at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h).•Engaging the parking brake will disable this feature.•The w

•To clear the vehicle’s best 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) run,press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button forfive seconds.Instantaneous G-ForceWhen selected, thi

CAUTION! (Continued)•For vehicles equipped with Keyless Go, alwaysremember to place the ignition in OFF.At the time of purchase, the original owner is

The round symbol in the middle rotates to point at thenew ignition switch position. If desired, the ignitionswitch position graphic can be set to be c

Video Surround Mode will only be available for videomedia sources (DVDs, Video CDs, or other video mediasupported by the radio).Compass DisplayThe com

4. Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button tostart the calibration. The message “CAL” will display inthe EVIC.5. Complete one or more 360 degree

3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance”message and the last variance zone number displays inthe EVIC.4. Press and release FUNCTION SELECT

select English, Espanol, or Francais. Then, as you con-tinue, the information will display in the selected lan-guage.NOTE: The EVIC will not change th

Flash Lights with Remote Key LockWhen ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals willflash when the doors are locked or unlocked with theRKE tran

Turn Headlights On with Remote Key UnlockWhen this feature is selected, the headlights will activateand remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors

The REN, RER and RBZ radios contain a CD/DVDplayer, USB port, and a 30-gigabyte hard drive (HDD).Sirius Satellite Radio is optional. The 6.5 in (16.5

5. To save the new time setting, touch the screen wherethe word “Save” is displayed.Changing Daylight Savings TimeWhen selected, this feature will dis

3. Touch the screen where the words “Set Time Zone” aredisplayed. The time zone selection menu will appear onthe screen.4. Select a time zone by touch

Rearming Of The SystemIf something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken todisarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the hornoff after thre

6. To save the new time setting, touch the screen wherethe word “Save” is displayed.Changing Daylight Savings TimeWhen selected, this feature will dis

3. Touch the screen where “User Clock” is displayed, theclock setting menu will appear on the screen.4. Touch the screen where the words “Set Time Zon

Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on theradio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a secondtime to turn off the

RW/FFPressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttonscauses the tuner to search for the next frequency in thedirection of the arrows. This featur

SET/RND Button — To Set the PushbuttonMemoryWhen you are receiving a station that you wish tocommit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RNDbutton. The

discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks andmultisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.Inserting Compact Disc(s)Gently insert one CD into t

If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed,the radio will reinsert the CD but

Notes on Playing MP3 FilesThe radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3file recording media and formats are limited. Whenwriting MP3 files, pa

Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.Multisession discs may contain combinations of normalCD audio tracks and computer files (includin

Playback of MP3 FilesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or f

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE1INTRODUCTION...32THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...

NOTE:•The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button onthe RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the VehicleSecurity Alarm.•The Vehicle Security A

MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FMSTEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER(MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIONOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower rightsi

SEEK ButtonsPress and release the SEEK buttons to search for the nextlistenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switchto seek up and the left s

3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minuteswill begin to blink.4. Adjust the minutes u

Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a secondtime and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLLcontrol knob to the right or left to increase or decre

Program Type 16-Digit Character DisplayCollege CollegeCountry CountryForeign Language LanguageInformation InformJazz JazzNews NewsNostalgia NostalgaOl

SETUP ButtonPressing the SETUP button allows you to select betweenthe following items:•Set Clock — Pressing the SELECT button will allowyou to set the

Buttons1-6These buttons tune the radio to the stations that youcommit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FMstations).DISC/AUX ButtonPressing the DISC/

CAUTION! (Continued)•Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peelaway and jam the player mechanism.•RES is a single CD player. Do not attempt to

AM/FM ButtonPress the button to select either AM or FM mode.SET/RND Button (Random Play Button)Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRa

a number instead. With a maximum number of files,exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in

ILLUMINATED ENTRYThe courtesy lights will turn on when you press theUNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter or open any door.The li

MPEGSpecificationSampling Fre-quency (kHz)Bit Rate (kbps)MPEG-1 AudioLayer 348, 44.1, 32320, 256, 224,192, 160, 128,112, 96, 80, 64,56, 48, 40, 32MPEG

LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folderson the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done bytur

TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)Press this button to change the display to time of day. Thetime of day will display for five seconds (when theignition is

•Connecting an iPod威 to the AUX port located in theradio faceplate, plays media, but does not use the UCIfeature to control the connected device.Conne

Controlling The iPod姞 Using Radio ButtonsTo get into the UCI (iPod威) mode and access a connectediPod威, press the “AUX” button on the radio faceplate.O

beginning of the track. If you press the SEEK >>button during play mode, it will jump to the next trackin the list.•While a track is playing, pr

the track to be played highlighted on the radiodisplay, press the TUNE control knob to select andstart playing the track. Turning the TUNE controlknob

•MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button isanother shortcut button to the genre listing on youriPod威.CAUTION!•Leaving the iPod威 (or any supported dev

information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, orvisit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at www-.siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents.

bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, withinthe loading design of the rack. Do not place items directlyon or above the antenna.Reception

To Unlock The DoorsPress and release the UNLOCK button on the RKEtransmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twicewithin five seconds, to unlock b

INFO ButtonPressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa-tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail-able). Also, pressing and h

SETUP ButtonPressing the SETUP button allows you to select thefollowing items:•Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/SELECT button to display the

KICKER姞 HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEMWITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) –IF EQUIPPEDYour vehicle is equipped with a state of the art audioamplifier

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS —IF EQUIPPEDThe remote sound system controls are located on thesurface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’cloc

If the Compass/Temp/Audio screen is already displayedwhen the AUDIO MODE button is pressed, then themode will change (i.e., from AM to FM, to Media mo

NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu-lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflectivecoating removed, a hair, moisture or d

Front Blower ControlThere are four blower speeds. Use thiscontrol to regulate the amount of airforced through the system in anymode you select. The bl

Mode Control (Air Direction)Mode control allows you to choosefrom several selections of air distribu-tion. You can select either a primarymode, as ide

Defrost ModeAir is directed through the windshield and sidewindow demist outlets. Use DEFROST mode withmaximum blower and temperature settings for bes

•The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb-ing the mode control selection.Economy ModeIf ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button toturn

activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UN-LOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm.Flash Lights with Remote Key LockThis feature will

If Outside AmbientTemperature IsMode Overrides To Temperature Overrides To Rear Window DefrosterActiveLess than 40°F Mix Full Heat YesBetween 40°F and

Vacation StorageAnytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service(i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the airconditioning system at idl

Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ... 237▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped ... 237▫ Automatic Transmission –

▫ Five-Speed Automatic Transmission ... 254▫ Gear Ranges ... 254䡵 AutoStick威 ... 257▫ Operation ...

▫ ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light AndESP/TCS Indicator Light ... 279䡵 Tire Safety Information ... 280▫ Tire Markings ...

▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ... 305▫ MMT In Gasoline ... 306▫ Materials Added To Fuel ... 306▫ Fuel System

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust theinside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and ifpresent, instruc

WARNING!Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get itstarted. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic con-verter and once the engine has starte

To Lock The DoorsPress and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-ter to lock both doors. The turn signal lights will flashand the horn will chir

Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with IntegratedKey to briefly turn the ignition switch to the STARTposition and release it as soon as the st

NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button should onlybe removed or inserted with the ignition in the OFFposition.Normal StartingUsing the ENGINE START/STOP B

2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position.3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two seconds

•If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h), theENGINE START/STOP button must be held for twoseconds before the engine will shut off. The ignitionsw

If Engine Fails To StartWARNING!•Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids intothe throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt tostart the vehicle.

the way to the floor and hold it, then press and hold theENGINE START/STOP button for no more than 15 sec-onds. Release the accelerator pedal and the

WARNING!Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could causeelectrocution.MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQ

NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in-creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluidwarms up. This is normal.ShiftingFully press t

CAUTION!Always make sure the vehicle comes to a completestop before shifting into REVERSE. Failure to do somay result in transmission damage.You must

with the clutch engaged (clutch pedal released), but itmay also be heard when driving at low engine RPM.Also, this may be more noticeable when the tra

then immediately press and hold the UNLOCK buttonuntil the windows lower to the level desired or until theylower completely.To Open The TrunkPress the

CAUTION!•If you skip more than one gear while downshift-ing or downshift at too high an engine speed, youcould damage the engine, transmission, or clu

WARNING!It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK orNEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idlespeed. If your foot is not firmly on the

•The electronically-controlled transmission provides aprecise shift schedule. The transmission electronics areself-calibrating. Therefore, the first f

Over-Temperature ModeThe transmission electronics constantly monitor the trans-mission oil temperature. If the transmission exceeds nor-mal operating

3. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.4. Using the screwdriver, press and hold the override tabthrough the access port on the center

Five-Speed Automatic TransmissionShifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should bedone only after the accelerator pedal is released and thevehicle is s

WARNING!Never use the PARK position as a substitute for theparking brake. Always apply the parking brake fullywhen parked to guard against vehicle mov

CAUTION!Coasting the vehicle or driving for any other reasonwith the shift lever in NEUTRAL can result intransmission damage.WARNING!Do not coast in N

damage, the transmission will engage Limp Home Mode.If vehicle acceleration worsens or the transmission nolonger shifts, the transmission is most like

braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts,and improve overall vehicle performance. This systemcan also provide you with more control duri

1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw,remove the screw. With the RKE ransmitter buttonsfacing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halve

General Information•You can start out in first or second gear. The systemwill ignore attempts to upshift at too low of a vehiclespeed or downshift at

TractionWhen driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for awedge of water to build up between the tire and roadsurface. This is known as hydropl

Flowing/Rising WaterWARNING!Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path wherewater is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).Flowing water can we

CAUTION!•Driving through standing water may cause dam-age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al-ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine

POWER STEERINGThe standard power steering system will give you goodvehicle response and increased ease of maneuverabilityin tight spaces. The system w

checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises areapparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici-pated. Coordinate inspection efforts throu

NOTE:•When the parking brake is applied and the transmis-sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” willflash. If vehicle speed is detected, a

Automatic Transmission – If EquippedThe foot operated parking brake is located below thelower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply thepark br

WARNING! (Continued)•Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damageor injury. Also be certain to lea

The Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) preventsthe rear wheels from over-braking and provides greatercontrol of available braking forces applie

2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio stationtower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.REMOTE STARTING SYSTEMThis system

WARNING!•The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains so-phisticated electronic equipment that may be sus-ceptible to interference caused by improperly i

All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size andtype and tires must be properly inflated to produceaccurate signals for the computer.Anti-Lock B

An additional electronic brake control feature called HillStart Assist (HSA) is standard on manual transmissionmodels.Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)This

A feature of the TCS system functions similar to alimited-slip differential and controls the wheel spin acrossa driven axle. If one wheel on a driven

Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual TransmissionOnlyThe HSA system is designed to assist the driver whenstarting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA wil

For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform thefollowing steps:NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within90 seconds.1. Center the steering

The ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the paththat the driver intends to steer the vehicle and comparesit to the actual path of the vehicle

The ESP system has three available operating modes:ESP OnThis is the normal operating mode for the ESP. Wheneverthe vehicle is started, the ESP system

sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the“Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the “ESPOFF” switch. Once the situation requiring “Par

across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential.If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other,the system will apply the brak

To Enter Remote Start ModePress and release the REMOTE START buttonon the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec-onds. The parking lights will flash a

ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light andESP/TCS Indicator LightThe Malfunction Indicator Light for the ESP iscombined with the BAS indicator. The “ESP/

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATIONTire MarkingsNOTE:•P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P”molde

Tire Sizing ChartTIRE SIZING TERMSSize Designation:P = Passenger Car tire size based on U.S. design standardsⴖ...blank...ⴖ = Passenger Car tire base

TIRE SIZING TERMSService Description:95 = Load Index— A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carryH = Speed Symbol— A symbol ind

Tire Identification Number (TIN)The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire,however, the date code may only be on one side. Tireswith white

Tire Terminology and DefinitionsTerm DefinitionB-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body locatedbetween the front and rear door

Tire Loading and Tire PressureTire Placard LocationNOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listedon the driver’s side B-Pillar.Tire and Loadi

LoadingThe vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceedthe load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Youwill not exceed the tire’s load

3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas-sengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.4. The resulting figure equals the available amount ofcargo and l

288 STARTING AND OPERATING

equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle,press and release the START/STOP button. If theSTART/STOP button is not present, insert the K

WARNING!Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloadingcan cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, andincrease your stopping distance. Use ti

WARNING! (Continued)•Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve-hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift tothe right or left.•Always driv

CAUTION!After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will preventmoisture and dirt from entering the va

loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera-tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tiredealer for recommended safe operating spee

WARNING!Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and

Life Of TireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including, but not limited to:•Driving style•Tire pressure•Distance drivenWARN

WARNING!•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combinationsof unapproved tires and wheels may change

CAUTION!Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains areused.SNOW TIRESSome areas of the country require the use of snow tiresduring the winter. St

Tire Rotation – Four Season/RSA TiresThe suggested rotation method for vehicles equippedwith all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown inthe fo

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn thedriver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom-mende

If the door lock plunger is down when you shut the door,the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key is notinside the vehicle before closing the d

For example, your vehicle may have a recommendedcold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressureof 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperatur

NOTE:•The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire careand maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failureor condition.•The TPMS should not be

•Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec-tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and•TPM Telltale LightTire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressur

Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possibleand inflate all of the tires with a low pressure condition(those flashing in the EVIC graphic) t

If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat,providing the system fault still exists. If the system faultno longer exists, the “TPM Tel

FUEL REQUIREMENTS6.1L EngineThe 6.1L engine is designed to meet allemissions regulations and provide excel-lent fuel economy and performance whenusing

Gasoline/Oxygenate BlendsSome fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy-genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen-ates are required in

•disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset theengine controller memoryMore extensive repairs will be required for prolongedexposure to E-85 fuel.M

CAUTION! (Continued)•The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-mance and damage the emissions

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbonmonoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which cankill. Never run the engine in a

locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden-tally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle. Removing theKey Fob or closing the door will allow th

NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the captether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door.CAUTION!•Damage to the fuel system or emission

•When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fueltank is full.Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageIf the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fu

•Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear•Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)•Type of Vehicle•Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH)The bar code allows a

OverloadingThe load carrying components (axle, springs, tires,wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactoryservice as long as you do not exc

RECREATIONAL TOWING(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the driveshaftis removed. Towing with the rear wheels on the groundw

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher ... 316䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ... 316䡵 TIREFIT Kit ...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in theswitch bank near the bottom center of the instrumentpanel.Press the switch to

CAUTION!Driving with a hot cooling system could damageyour vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F(116 °C) or greater pull over and stop the veh

This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing youto drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km) with amaximum speed of 55 mph (88 km/hr).TIREF

6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h)Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit ProgrammingThe Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can beenabled or disabled.

5. Power Plug and Cable6. Air Pump Hose (Black)7. Sealant Hose (Clear with Yellow Cap)8. Accessory Storage CompartmentUsing the Mode Select Knob and H

the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once thesealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properlydiscarded.•For optimum performance, make sure

WARNING! (Continued)−If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or thewheel.•Keep TIREFIT away from open flame or heatsource.•A loose TIREFIT kit

Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT(A) Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT:1. Pull over to a safe location and turn ON the vehicle’sHazard Warning flashers.2. Ve

(C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant into the deflatedtire:•Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE-FIT kit.NOTE: Manual transmission vehicles mus

If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the clearSealant Hose (7):1. Continue to operate pump until sealant is no longerflowing through hose (t

CAUTION!•The metal end fitting from Power Plug and Cable(5) may get hot after use, so should be handledcarefully.•Failure to reinstall the Yellow Cap

If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar) , the tire is toobadly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehiclefurther. Call for assistance.If the

4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT hous-ing.5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) to the housing sothat the Clear Sealant Hose (7) align

WARNING!When temperatures are below the freezing point,electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do notattempt jump-starting because the battery

WINDOWSPower WindowsThe window controls on the driver’s door control both ofthe door windows.There is a single window control on the passenger’s doort

WARNING!•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime theignition switch is on. You can be injured b

CAUTION!Failure to follow these procedures could result indamage to the charging system of the booster vehicleor the discharged vehicle.1. Connect the

8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumpercable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery.9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of

CAUTION!•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be-tween “1st” and REVERSE, do not spin the wheelsfaster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (FlatTowing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)Flat towing of vehicles is permitted within the followinglim

CAUTION!•Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the frontwith sling-type towing equipment. Damage to thefront fascia will result.•If the transmission

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Engine Compartment — 6.1L ... 338䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ... 339▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap ..

▫ Brake System ... 359▫ Clutch Hydraulic System(Manual Transmission) – If Equipped ... 361▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped .

▫ Center High-Mounted StopLamp (CHMSL) ... 381▫ License Lamp ... 381䡵 Fluid Capacities ... 38

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.1L1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir2 — Integrated Power Module 7 — Air Cleaner F

AUTO-Down FeatureThe driver’s door power window switch and passengerdoor power window switch have an AUTO-down fea-ture. Press the window switch to th

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD IIYour vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboarddiagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitorsthe perfor

Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If theproblem continues, the message will appear the next timethe vehicle is started.A loose, improperly

5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things willhappen:a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and thenreturn to being fully illuminated u

DEALER SERVICEYour authorized dealer has the qualified service person-nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all serviceoperations in an expert

CAUTION! (Continued)•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluidsthat protect the performance and durability ofyour vehicle and also allow extende

NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil changeintervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,whichever occurs first.Engine Oil SelectionFor be

environment. Contact your authorized dealer, servicestation, or governmental agency for advice on how andwhere used oil and oil filters can be safely

Engine Air Cleaner Filter SelectionThe quality of replacement engine air cleaner filtersvaries considerably. Only high quality filters should beused t

WARNING!•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and canburn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluidto contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.

Air Conditioner MaintenanceFor best possible performance, your air conditionershould be checked and serviced by an authorized dealerat the start of ea

NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before thebutton will operate. If equipped with a manual transmis-sion, the vehicle speed must be under 5 mph (

Refrigerant Recovery and RecyclingR-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the EnvironmentalProtection Ag

Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periodsmay cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always usewasher fluid when using the wipers to remo

WARNING!Commercially available windshield washer solventsare flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Caremust be exercised when filling or working

CAUTION!The catalytic converter requires the use of unleadedfuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effective-ness of the catalyst as an emissions

WARNING!A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park overmaterials that can burn. Such materials might begrass or leaves coming into contact with

Cooling SystemWARNING!•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignitionswitch to the LOCK position (OFF

drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT RE-MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THECOOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.Cooling System – Drain, Flush, and Refil

Adding CoolantYour vehicle has been built with an improved enginecoolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. Thiscoolant can be used up to fiv

The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is anyaccumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.WARNING!•The warning words “DO NOT OPE

When additional coolant is needed to maintain theproper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Donot overfill.Points to RememberNOTE: When t

Trunk Emergency ReleaseThe trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergencyrelease handle. It is located on the inside of the trunk lid,near the la

•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winteroperation. If replacement is ever necessary, installONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs

Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-taining Your Vehicle” for further informat

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami-nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components couldbe damaged, causing partial or com

If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction, haveyour authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level.CAUTION!•Using a transmission fluid

Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-tion. It is important that the transmission fluid be main-tained at the prescribed level usin

Appearance Care and Protection from CorrosionProtection of Body and Paint from CorrosionVehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-graphic l

•Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR威Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stainsand to protect your paint finish. Take care never

•Use MOPAR威 Touch Up Paint or equivalent onscratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealerhas touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle.

Interior CareUse MOPAR威 Fabric Cleaner or equivalent to clean fabricupholstery and MOPAR威 Carpet Cleaner or equivalentfor carpeting.Interior Trim shou

Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steelwool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.Glass SurfacesAll glass surfaces should

If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sizedseat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tetherfor CHildren (LATCH) feature also

NOTE: The cupholder cannot be removed.FUSESIntegrated Power Module (IPM)The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in theengine compartment. This mo

Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription1 — 15 AmpBlueWasher Motor2 — 25 AmpNaturalPowertrain ControlModule (PCM)3 — 25 AmpNaturalIgnition Run/Start4

Rear Power Distribution CenterThere is also a power distribution center located in thetrunk under the spare tire access panel. This centercontains fus

CAUTION!•When installing the power distribution centercover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to

Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription6 — 20 AmpYellowFuel Pump7 — 15 AmpBlueSub Amp – If Equipped8 — 15 AmpBlueDiagnostic Link Connec-tor (DLC)/Wir

Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription25 — — —26 — — —27 — 10 AmpRedOccupant RestraintController (ORC)28 — 10 AmpRedIgnition Run, AC HeaterControl/O

Cav-ityCartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription40 — 5 AmpOrangeAuto Inside RearviewMirror/Heated Seats –If Equipped/SwitchBank41 — — —42 30 AmpPink— Front Bl

REPLACEMENT BULBSLIGHT BULBS – Interior Bulb NumberRear Courtesy/Reading Lamps ... W5WRear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp ... 562Overhea

BULB REPLACEMENTLow Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp,Park/Turn Lamp — Models with HalogenHeadlamps — If EquippedSee your authorized dealer for bulb r

Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp1. Remove the front/rear side marker. Use a fiber stick orsimilar tool to gently pry the lamp on the outboard sideto diseng

ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking theinside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle shouldbe belted at all times.Lap/Shoulder Bel

3. Remove the fasteners from the back of the tail lampassembly.4. Pull back the trunk liner.5. Remove the remaining fasteners from the back of thetail

8. Disconnect the electrical connector.9. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-terclockwise to remove it from the tail lamp assembly.10.

Center Tail/Backup LampSee your authorized dealer for bulb replacement.Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serv

FLUID CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons 72 LitersEngine Oil with Filter6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-40, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liter

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartEngine Coolant MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile For

ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartManual Transmission – If Equipped MOPAR威 ATF+4威 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensedA

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ... 386䡵 Maintenance Schedule ... 386▫ Required Maintenance Inter

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type,must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensurethe

NOTE:•The oil change indicator message will not monitor thetime since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’soil if it has been six months since yo

Once a Month•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear ordamage.•Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminalsas required.•Check the fl

WARNING! (Continued)•Wearing your belt in the wrong place could makeyour injuries in a collision much worse. You mightsuffer internal injuries, or you

6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or6 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRepair

18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or18 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Inspect the rear axle fl

30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or30 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine air c

42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or42 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRepai

48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If you are using your

54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or54 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Inspect the rear axle fl

66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or66 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRepa

78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or78 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRepa

90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or90 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine air

102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or102 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the spark plu

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS䡵 Introduction ... 4䡵 How To Use This Manual ... 4䡵 Warnings And Cautions ...

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”WARNING!• A belt that is buckled into the wrong

114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or114 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRe

126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or126 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Inspect the rear axle

138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or138 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRe

144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If you are using y

150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or150 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine ai

* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturerto the owner, but is not required to maintain emissionswarranty.WARNING!•You can be badly injured

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ... 407▫ Prepare For The Appoint

䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades ... 413▫ Treadwear ... 413▫ Traction Grades ...

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FORYOUR VEHICLEPrepare For The AppointmentIf you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have theright papers with

This is why you should always talk to an authorizeddealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re-solved with this process.•If for some reason

WARNING! (Continued)• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protectyou from injury during a collision. You are morelikely to hit your head in a c

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SpeechImpaired (TDD/TTY)To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, themanufacturer has installed specia

The manufacturer will not stand behind any servicecontract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. Itis not responsible for any service contr

MOPAR姞 PARTSMOPAR威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories areavailable from an authorized dealer. They are recom-mended for your vehicle in order

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMSTo order the following manuals, you may use either thewebsite or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas-tercard, American Ex

Call toll free at:•1–800–890–4038 (U.S.)•1–800–387–1143 (Canada)OrVisit us on the Worldwide Web at:•www.techauthority.comDEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

WARNING!The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does notinclude acceleration, cornering, hydrop

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About Your Brakes ... 264,267ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ...267,271Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... 356Adding

Automatic Headlights ... 124Automatic TransaxleSpecial Additives ...363Automatic Transmission ... 254,36

Bulbs, Light ...72,376Calibration, Compass ... 180Capacities, Fluid ...382Caps, FillerFu

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 pla

Console, Floor ... 150Console, Overhead ... 136Contract, Service ...409Coolant Pressur

Door Locks ... 28Door Locks, Automatic ... 30Door Opener, Garage ... 137DrivingOn Slipper

Oil ... 343,382,383Oil Change Interval ...343Oil Filler Cap ... 344Oil Filter ...

Fluids ... 383Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...383Fog Lights ...125,163Folding Rear

GVWR ...311Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) ...81HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising,or Shallow Standing Water ..

Instrument Cluster ... 157,158Instrument Panel and Controls ...156Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ... 368Integrat

Brake Warning ... 164,267Bulb Replacement ...376,377Center Mounted Stop ...381Courtesy/Reading ...

Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ... 165,298Traction Control ...279Turn Signal ...72,126,160Vanity Mirror .

Heated ...79Outside ...77Vanity ...80Modifications/Alterations, Vehi

Overheating, Engine ... 316Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...4,412Paint Care ... 364Panic Alarm .

2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate,grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create afold that begins immediately above

Rear Window Defroster ... 152Rear Window Features ...152Recreational Towing ...313Reformulated Gas

Child Restraint ...59,60,61,66Extender ...45Front Seat ...37,38Inspection ...

Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) ...230Signals, Turn ... 72,126,160Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ... 259Snow C

Tachometer ... 158Telescoping Steering Column ... 132Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ... 159,160,317Tether An

Recreational ...313Towing Assistance ... 96Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home ...313Traction Control

Vehicle Storage ... 230,375Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...17Viscosity, Engine Oil ...344Voice R

Chrysler Group LLC10D492-126-AB2nd EditionPrinted in U.S.A.

Seat Belt Pretensioners — If EquippedThe seat belts for both front seating positions may beequipped with pretensioning devices that are designed torem

1. With both doors closed, and the ignition switch in anyposition except RUN or START, buckle the driver’s seatbelt.2. Turn the ignition switch to the

Seat Belt ExtenderIf a seat belt is too short even when fully extended yourauthorized dealer can provide you with a seat beltextender. This extender s

NOTE: These airbags are certified to the new Federalregulations for Advanced Airbags.The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflatordesign. This

appropriate to the severity and type of collision asdetermined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC),which may receive information from the impac

airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to thehead of each outboard occupant that reduce the potentialfor side-impact head injuries. The cur

INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on selecting your new Chrysler GroupLLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precisionworkmanship, distinctive styling,

WARNING!•If your vehicle is equipped with left and right SideAirbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not stackluggage or other cargo up high enough to b

ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allowchildren to slide the shoulder belt behind them or undertheir arm.If a child from 1 to 12 years

WARNING! (Continued)•Being too close to the steering wheel or instrumentpanel during front airbag deployment could causeserious injury, including deat

The side airbags will not deploy in all side collisions. Sideairbag deployment will depend on the severity and typeof collision.Because airbag sensors

WARNING!Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru-ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags toprotect you in a collision. If the light d

A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the sidecurtain airbag. The inflating side curtain airbag pushesthe outside edge of the headliner

•Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long asthe battery has power or until the ignition key isremoved.•Unlock the doors automatically.If a

WARNING!Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannotprotect you in another collision. Have the airbags,seat belt pretensioners, and the front p

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad-vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflateaccidentally or may not function properl

located on the inside of the fuse block cover for theproper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if thefuse is good.Event Data Recorder (EDR)In th

1INTRODUCTION 5

accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered todownload data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e.,pursuant to a warrant). A copy of the da

United States and all Canadian provinces require thatsmall children ride in proper restraint systems. This is thelaw, and you can be prosecuted for ig

infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facingby children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but areless than one year old. Both types of chil

•Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.•The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snugas possible.•Check belt fit periodically. A chi

Standards. We also recommend that you make surethat you can install the child restraint in the vehiclewhere you will use it before you buy it.•The res

strap kits or retrofit kits. You are urged to take advantageof all the available attachments provided with your childrestraint in any vehicle.All thre

Again, carefully follow the installation instructions thatare provided with the child restraint system.The rear seat lower anchorages are round barslo

NOTE:•Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into theopening between the seatbacks as you remove slack inthe strap.•When using the LATCH attaching

then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. Foradditional information on ALR, refer to “AutomaticLocking Mode”.To install a child restraint, fi

NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into theopening between the seatbacks as you remove slack inthe strap.WARNING!An incorrectly anchored

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSThis Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op-erating procedures that could result in an accident orbodily injury. It also con

CAUTION!Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oilin the engine or damage may result.NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during itsfirst

Exhaust GasWARNING!Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make you uncon

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside theVehicleSeat BeltsInspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outsidethe VehicleTiresExamine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wearpatterns. Check for stones, nails,

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ... 77▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror ... 77▫ Outside Mir

䡵 Voice Command — If Equipped ... 109▫ Voice Command System Operation ... 109▫ Commands ...111▫ Voice Training ...

▫ Flash-To-Pass ... 127▫ Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights ... 128▫ Interior Lights ... 129䡵 Windshield Wipe

▫ Security ... 142▫ Troubleshooting Tips ... 143▫ General Information ... 143䡵 Power Sunroof — I

MIRRORSAutomatic Dimming MirrorThis mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glarefrom vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on oroff by pre

WARNING!Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger sideconvex mirror will look smaller and farther awaythan they really are. Relying too much on

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONSWARNING!Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle couldseriously affect its roadworthiness and safety andmay l

Power MirrorsThe power mirror switch is located on the driver’s doortrim panel next to the power door lock switch. A rotaryknob selects the left mirro

Illuminated Vanity MirrorsAn illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor.To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward andswing the mirro

Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPEDUconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ Phone al-lows you to dial a

Uconnect™ Phone allows you to transfer calls betweenthe system and your cellular phone as you enter or exityour vehicle and enables you to mute the sy

The Uconnect™ Phone can be used with any Hands-FreeProfile certified Bluetooth威 cellular phone. See theUconnect™ website for supported phones. If your

example, you can use the combined form voice com-mand ⬙Phonebook New Entry,⬙ or you can break thecombined form command into two voice commands:⬙Phoneb

•When prompted, after the beep, say ⬙Pair a Phone⬙ andfollow the audible prompts.•You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi-fication Numbe

•The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the phone numberand then dial. The number will appear in the displayof certain radios.Call by Saying a Name•Press th

•When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g.,⬙Home,⬙⬙Work,⬙⬙Mobile,⬙ or ⬙Pager⬙). This will allowyou to store multiple numbers for each phoneboo

•Depending on the maximum number of entries down-loaded, there may be a short delay before the latestdownloaded names can be used. Until then, if avai

first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth威 connection tothe Uconnect™ Phone, and then send the addressbook entry via Bluetooth威. Please see your phoneOwn

Delete Uconnect™ Phonebook EntryNOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommendedwhen the vehicle is not in motion.•Press the button to begin.•After the

•Note that only the phonebook in the current languageis deleted.•Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot bedeleted or edited.List All Names in t

call, press and hold the button until you hear asingle beep, indicating that the incoming call wasrejected.Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - CallCur

Conference CallWhen two calls are in progress (one active and one onhold), press and hold thebutton until you hear adouble beep indicating that the tw

Call ContinuationCall continuation is the progression of a phone call on theUconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has beenswitched to OFF. Ca

Emergency AssistanceIf you are in an emergency and the cellular phone isreachable:•Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergencynumber for your ar

Towing AssistanceIf you need towing assistance:•Press the button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Towing Assistance.⬙NOT

When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone thatnormally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequenceon your cellular phone keypad, you can pres

Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFFTurning confirmation prompts off will stop the systemfrom confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™Phone will no