Dodge 2012 Caliber Owner's Manual

CaliberOWN ER’S MAN U A L2012

To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the leftor right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wandin the direction you want the mirro

Vanity Mirrors — If EquippedTo use the vanity mirror, rotate the sun visor down andswing the mirror cover upward.Sun Visor Sliding FeatureThe sun viso

For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the followingwebsites:•www.chrysler.com/uconnect•www.dodge.com/uconnect•www.jeep.com/uconnect•or call 1–877–855–

Uconnect™ Phone ButtonThe radio or steering wheel controls (ifequipped) will contain the two control buttons(Uconnect™ Phonebutton and Voice Com-mandb

•For certain operations, compound commands can beused. For example, instead of saying “Setup” and then“Pair a Device”, the following compound commandc

To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer-ence your mobile phone Owner’s Manual. TheUconnect™ website may also provide detailed instruc-

Dial By Saying A Number•Press the button to begin.•After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say“Dial”.•The system will prompt you to say the n

•After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say“Phonebook New Entry”.•When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use oflong names helps the V

•Automatic download and update, if supported, beginsas soon as the Bluetooth威 wireless phone connection ismade to the Uconnect™ Phone, for example, af

•Next, choose the number designation (home, work,mobile, or other) that you wish to edit.•When prompted, recite the new phone number for thephonebook

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys ... 12▫ Ignition Key Removal ... 12▫ Locking

•After you enter the name, the Uconnect™ Phone willask you which designation you wish to delete: home,work, mobile, other, or all. Say the designation

•The Uconnect™ Phone will then prompt you as to thenumber designation you wish to call.•The selected number will be dialed.Phone Call FeaturesThe foll

call. The first call will be on hold while the second call isin progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “TogglingBetween Calls” in this secti

on hold may not become active automatically. This is cellphone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, pressand hold thebutton until you hear a s

•After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, saythe name of the language you wish to switch toEnglish, Espanol, or Francais.•Continue to follow t

•If supported, this number may be programmable onsome systems. To do this, press thebutton and say“Setup”, followed by “Emergency”.•The Uconnect™ Phon

PagingTo learn how to page, refer to “Working with AutomatedSystems”. Paging works properly except for pagers ofcertain companies, which time out a li

The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the correspondingphone number associated with the phonebook entry, astones over the phone.NOTE:•You may not hear al

Dialing Using The Mobile Phone KeypadYou can dial a phone number with your mobile phonekeypad and still use the Uconnect™ Phone (while dialingvia the

from your Uconnect™ Phone paired mobile phone to theUconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press thebuttonand say “Transfer Call”.Connect Or Disconnect Link B

▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ... 22▫ Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock ... 22▫ Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock . . 23▫ Using Th

•The selected phone will be used for the next phonecall. If the selected phone is not available, theUconnect™ Phone will return to using the highestpr

You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button torestore the factory setting or repeat the words andphrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For

•fully closed windows,•dry weather condition.•Even though the system is designed for users speakingin North American English, French, and Spanish ac-c

•fully closed windows,•dry weather conditions, and•operation from the driver’s seat.•Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudnessto a large

Send Messages:You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To senda new message:•Press the button.•After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, sa

16. Can this wait?17. Bye for now18. When can we meet19. Send number to call20. Start without meTurn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFFTurning the SMS I

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

▫ Energy Management Feature ... 52▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ... 53▫ Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR)— If Equipped ...

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

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

Changing the Volume1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Commandbutton.2. Say a command (e.g., “Help”).3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adj

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)•“Ne

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

•“Language Spanish”•“Tutorial”•“Voice Training”NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the VoiceCommandbutton first and wait for the beep beforespea

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not allow people to ride in any area of yourvehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts. In a collision, people ridi

Adjusting The Seat Up Or DownThe height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pullupward or push downward on the seat switch, the seatwill move in

You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings.Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level ofheat in use. Two indicator lights will i

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSThe authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle hasthe key code numbers for your vehicle locks. Thesenumbers can be used to

Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward AdjustmentOn models equipped with manual seats, the adjustingbar is located at the front of the seats, near the flo

Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If EquippedThe driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered byusing a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat

Driver’s Seatback ReclineTo adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on theoutboard side of the seat, lean back to the desiredposition and release

Fold-Flat Front Passenger SeatTo fold the front passenger seat, lift the recliner lever tothe full upward position and push the seatback forwarduntil

WARNING!The head restraints for all occupants must be prop-erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu-pying a seat. Head restraints should n

For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tiltedforward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer tothe back of your head, pull forward on t

NOTE:•The head restraints should only be removed by quali-fied technicians, for service purposes only. If either ofthe head restraints require removal

WARNING! (Continued)•Active Head Restraints may be deployed if theyare struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loosecargo. To avoid accidental dep

To raise the seatback, pull the strap forward and lift theseatback into its upright position.WARNING!Be certain that the seatback is securely locked i

Reclining Rear Seat — If EquippedFor additional comfort, pull the strap forward justenough to release the seatback latch.Then push the seatback to a r

NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place theshift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tem-porarily in the ignition switch cylinder. I

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOODTo open the hood, two latches must be released.1. Pull the hood release lever located on the left kickpanel.2. Move the safe

Lift the hood prop rod, clipped to the right side (left sidewhen standing in front of hood) of the engine compart-ment, to secure the hood in the open

LIGHTSMultifunction LeverThe multifunction lever controls the operation of theheadlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beamselection, instr

Headlights And Parking LightsTurn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detentfor parking light operation. Turn the multifunction leverto th

Lights-On ReminderIf the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignitionis turned OFF, a chime will sound to alert the driverwhen the driver’s

Turn SignalsMove the multifunction lever up or down and the arrowson each side of the instrument cluster flash to showproper operation of the front an

Flash-To-PassYou can signal another vehicle with your headlights bylightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. Thisturn on the high beam headl

Map/Reading LightsThese lights are mounted between the sun visors abovethe rearview mirror. Each light is turned on by pressingthe button. Press the b

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSThe windshield wiper/washer control lever islocated on the right side of the steering column.The front wipers are operate

CAUTION!•Turn the windshield wipers off when drivingthrough an automatic car wash. Damage to thewindshield wipers may result if the wiper controlis le

WARNING! (Continued)•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended isdangerous for a number of reasons. A child orothers could be seriously or fatal

Intermittent Wiper SystemUse the intermittent wiper when weather conditionsmake a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be-tween cycles, desirabl

WARNING!Sudden loss of visibility through the windshieldcould lead to a collision. You might not see othervehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden

TILT STEERING COLUMNThis feature allows you to tilt the steering columnupward or downward. The tilt control lever is located onthe left-side of the st

NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec-tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shutdown if multiple Speed Control functions are

To Set A Desired SpeedTurn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehiclehas reached the desired speed, press down on the Elec-tronic Speed Control

released. Release the lever when the desired speed isreached, and the new set speed will be established.Pressing the SET DECEL lever once will result

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPEDHomeLink威 replaces up to three hand-held transmittersthat operate devices such as garage door openers, motor-ized gate

NOTE: HomeLink威 is disabled when the Vehicle Secu-rity Alarm is active.Before You Begin Programming HomeLink姞Be sure that your vehicle is parked outsi

•If you have any problems, or require assistance, pleasecall toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet atwww.HomeLink.com for information or assist

3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink威button you want to program and the hand-held transmit-ter button.4. Continue to hold both buttons a

SENTRY KEY姞The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer System prevents unauthor-ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. Thesystem does not need to be armed or

2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button untilthe indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do notrelease the button.3. Without releasin

Reprogramming A Single HomeLink威 ButtonTo reprogram a channel that has been previously trained,follow these steps:1. Turn the ignition switch to the O

4. Watch for the HomeLink威 indicator to change flashrates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take upto 30 seconds or longer in rare cases. The

SecurityIt is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turnin your vehicle.To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for20 seconds un

WARNING!•Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are programming the universal trans-ceiver. Do not program the transceiver if people

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPEDThe power sunroof switch is located in the reading light.WARNING!•Never leave children in a vehicle with the key inthe igni

Opening Sunroof — ExpressPress the switch rearward and release it within one-halfsecond and the sunroof will open automatically from anyposition. The

NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch ispressed.Venting Sunroof — ExpressPress and release the Vent button within one half secondand the

For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroofswitch will remain active for up to approximately tenminutes after the ignition switch is turned

CAUTION!•Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts(13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp)power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting thesy

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 vehicl

WARNING!To avoid serious injury or death:•Only devices designed for use in this type ofoutlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.•Do not touch

POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPEDA 115 Volt (150 Watt) AC power inverter is located on therear of the center console for added convenience. Thisoutlet can

WARNING!To avoid serious injury or death:•Do not use a three-prong adaptor.•Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.•Do not touch with wet hand

CUPHOLDERSYour vehicle is equipped with four cupholders. There aretwo cupholders located in the front.There are two cupholders behind the center conso

CONSOLE FEATURESThe floor console contains both an upper and lowerstorage compartment.To open the upper storage compartment, push inward onthe upper h

To open the lower storage compartment, lift upward onthe lower handle to unlatch the lower storage compart-ment and lift the lid open.WARNING!Do not o

Press in on the flashlight to release it.To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high,twice for low, and a third time to return to off.Ca

To install the Cargo Cover, insert either end of the coverinto one of the two notches located in the rear trimpanels. With one of the cover ends insta

WARNING!In a collision a cargo cover loose in the vehicle couldcause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop andstrike someone in the vehicle. Do

WARNING!•Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors for achild seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collisiona loop could pull loose and allow the ch

Customer Key ProgrammingIf you have two valid Sentry Keys威, you can programnew Sentry Keys威 to the system by performing thefollowing procedure:1. Cut

Fold Down Speakers — If EquippedWhen the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing downoff the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating andother act

Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to thefirst detent position for rear wiper operation.NOTE: The rear wiper operates in an intermittent mo

CAUTION!Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage tothe heating elements:•Use care when washing the inside of the rearwindow. Do not use abras

NOTE: The use of the Chill Zone威 is for nonperishablebeverages only.Inside the Chill Zone威 is a vent which, when opened,allows either air conditioned

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instrument Panel Features ... 196䡵 Instrument Cluster — Base ... 197䡵 Instrument

▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CDAnd MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) . . . 232▫ Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files ... 234▫ List Button (Dis

▫ Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — IfEquipped ... 265䡵 iPod威/USB/MP3 Control — If Equipped ... 269▫ Connecting The iP

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES1 — Air Outlet 5 — Lower Glove Compartment/Beverage Cooler –If Equipped9 — ESC OFF Switch – If Equipped2 — Instrument Cluster

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADAWith respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the nameChrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and thename Chrysler Cana

NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorizeddealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys-tem’s memory. This will prevent the lost k

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS1. Temperature GaugeThe temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-ture. Any reading within the normal range indica

WARNING!A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You orothers could be badly burned by steam or boilingcoolant. You may want to call an authorized de

If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump StartingProcedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”.7. Air Bag Warning LightThis light will turn on for fo

threshold. Further overheating will cause the tempera-ture gauge to pass H , the indicator will continuouslyflash and a continuous chime will occur un

NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharpcornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi-tions. The vehicle should have service performed

13. Shift Lever IndicatorThe Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within theinstrument cluster. It displays the gear position of theautomatic trans

the EVIC display. For additional information, refer to“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — IfEquipped”.gASCAPIf the vehicle diagnostic syst

five seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicatethe next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oilchange indicator system is duty cycle b

key when the vehicle has completely stopped and theshift lever is placed in the NEUTRAL position. The lightshould turn off. If the light remains lit w

3. The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument clusterwill flash rapidly for approximately 16 seconds. Thisshows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is a

21. Vehicle Security Light — If EquippedThis light will flash at a fast rate for approxi-mately 16 seconds, when the vehicle securityalarm is arming,

24. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale LightEach tire, including the spare (if provided),should be checked monthly when cold andinflated to the inflati

the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheelson the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioningproperly. Always check the TPMS malfu

CAUTION!Prolonged driving with the MIL on could causedamage to the engine control system. It also couldaffect fuel economy and drivability. If the MIL

27. Transmission Temperature Warning Light — IfEquippedDuring sustained high speed driving on hotdays, the automatic transmission oil may be-come too

Refer to the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)for further information.30. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)Display Button — If E

•Outside Temperature Display•Trip Computer Functions•Uconnect™ phone Displays — If equipped•Audio Mode Display•Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)When the app

•Low Tire Pressure Display for Premium TPM System•Oil Change Required•Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar•Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar•Remote Start A

EVIC FunctionsPress the EVIC button until one of the following func-tions are displayed on the EVIC:•Compass/Temperature/Audio•Average Fuel Economy•Di

Average Fuel EconomyShows the average fuel economy since the last reset.When the fuel economy is reset, the display will showdashes for two seconds. T

Vehicle Security Alarm Manual OverrideThe Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock thedoors using the manual door lock plunger.REMOTE KEYLESS E

Personal Settings (Customer-ProgrammableFeatures)This allows the driver to set and recall features when thetransmission is in PARK (automatic transmis

unlock at the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCKbutton. Press and hold the EVIC button when in thisdisplay until “All Doors 1st Press” appears

Illuminated ApproachWhen this feature is selected, the headlights will activateand remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors areunlocked using the

Compass VarianceCompass Variance is the difference between MagneticNorth and Geographic North. To ensure compass accu-racy, the compass variance shoul

press and release (less than one second) the EVIC buttonseveral times until “Compass Variance” is highlighted.The “Compass Variance” message and the c

4. Using a long button press (more than one second)press the EVIC button, this will place the Compass incalibration mode. The CAL indicator will come

Operating Instructions - Radio ModeNOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCposition to operate the radio.Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary

If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is notavailable on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped WithUconnect Phone” message will display on the

INFO ButtonPress the INFO button for an RDS station (one with callletters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Textmessage broadcast from an FM s

Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again toexit setting tone, balance, and fade.MUSIC TYPE ButtonPressing this button once will turn on the Musi

To Unlock The Doors And LiftgatePress and release the UNLOCK button on the RKEtransmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twicewithin five second

Program Type16-Digit CharacterDisplaySoft SoftSoft Rock Soft RckSoft Rhythm and Blues SoftR&BSports SportsTalk TalkTop 40 Top 40Weather WeatherBy

•DVD Play Options - Selecting the DVD Play Optionswill display the following:•Subtitle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switchsubtitles to different

Menu Language — If EquippedSelecting this item will allow the user to choose thedefault startup DVD menu language (effective only iflanguage supported

AutoPlay — If EquippedWhen this is set to On and a DVD video is inserted, it willbypass the DVD menu screen and automatically play themovie. In some r

Buttons1-6These buttons tune the radio to the stations that youcommit to pushbutton memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12Satellite (if equipped) stations}.DISC

Radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ when the discis loading and “READING DISC” when the radio isreading the disc.CAUTION!This CD player will accept

RW/FF (CD MODE)Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player willbegin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW oranother CD button is pressed

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

ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album titleare supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is notsupported by the radios.Playlist

INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll throughthe following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File

Illuminated Approach — If EquippedThis feature activates the headlights for up to 90 secondswhen the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.The t

TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)Press the TIME button to change the display fromelapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day willdisplay for five

DTS™⬙DTS™⬙ and ⬙DTS™ 2.0⬙ are trademarks of Digital The-ater Systems, Inc.Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — IfEquippedSatellite radio uses dire

To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps:ESN/SID AccessWith the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi-tion and the radio on, press the

Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia(Satellite) ModeNOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN orACC position to operate the radio.SEEK

MUSIC TYPE ButtonPressing this button once will turn on the Music Typemode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE buttonor turning the TUNE/SCROLL

pushbutton memory. The channels stored in SET 2memory can be selected by pressing the pushbuttontwice.Every time a preset button is used, a correspond

MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES)NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower rightside of the radio faceplate.Operating Instructions — Radio Mo

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

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

You may add a second station to each pushbutton byrepeating the above procedure with this exception: Pressthe SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show

3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press-ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with theignition switch in the LOCK position and

If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode andbegin to play when you insert the disc. The d

the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEKbutton will allow faster scrolling through the tracks inCD and MP3 modes.TIME ButtonPress this but

Supported Media (Disc Types)The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio areCDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.Supported Medium Formats (File

Supported MP3 File FormatsThe radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten-sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3extension may

Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affectedby the following:•Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load thanCD-R media•Medium formats - M

MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO(SALES CODE RES+RSC)NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower rightside of the radio faceplate.Operating

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

Clock Setting Procedure1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink.2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/SCROLL control knob.

Setting the Tone, Balance, and FadePush the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASSwill display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob tothe right or lef

Program Type16-Digit CharacterDisplayNo program type orundefinedNoneAdult Hits Adlt HitClassical ClassiclClassic Rock Cls RockCollege CollegeCountry C

4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature toits previous setting.NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-ter while you are i

If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type(Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will beexited and the radio will tune to the preset st

Every time a preset button is used, a correspondingbutton number will display.Buttons1-6These buttons tune the radio to the stations that youcommit to

CAUTION!•This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechanism.•Do not use adhesive la

RW/FFPress and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player willbegin to fast forward until FF is released or RW oranother CD button is pressed. The RW (R

The radio uses the following limits for file systems:•Maximum number of folder levels: 8•Maximum number of files: 255•Maximum number of folders. (The

rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 filesuse a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 orVBR bit rates.MPEGSpecificationSamplin

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

To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps:ESN/SID AccessWith the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi-tion and the radio on, press the

Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia(Satellite) ModeNOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN orACC position to operate the radio.SEEK

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap-proved by the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authority to operate the equipment

MUSIC TYPE ButtonPressing this button once will turn on the Music Typemode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE buttonor turning the TUNE/SCROLL

You may add a second channel to each pushbutton byrepeating the above procedure with this exception: Pressthe SET button twice and SET 2 will show in

NOTE:•If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriateUconnect™ Multimedia radio User’s Manual foriPod威 or external USB device support capability

NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis-charged, it may not communicate with the iPod威/USB/MP3 control system until a minimum charge is at

•Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, whileplaying a track, skips to the next track or press theVR button and say ⬙Next Track⬙.•Turning it cou

SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pressing the<< SEEK and SEEK >> buttons will select the previ-ous and next tracks.•RND button (availa

•Preset 2 – Artists•Preset 3 – Albums•Preset 4 – Genres•Preset 5 – Audiobooks•Preset 6 – Podcasts•Pressing a PRESET button will display the currentlis

WARNING!Do not plug in or remove the iPod威 or external USBdevice while driving. Failure to follow this warningcould result in an accident.Bluetooth St

Previous TrackUse the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button onthe radio and say “Previous Track” to jump to theprevious track music on your cellula

The button located in the center of the right-hand controlwill switch modes to Radio or CD.The left-hand control is a rocker type switch with apushbut

2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching thenew battery with your fingers. Skin oils may causebattery deterioration. If you touch a battery,

3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch-ing the disc.4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners,or anti-static sprays.

Manual Heating And Air ConditioningThe Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series ofouter rotary dials and inner push knobs.Blower ControlRotate

Temperature ControlRotate this control to regulate the tem-perature of the air inside the passengercompartment. Rotating the dial leftinto the blue ar

Bi-LevelAir is directed through the panel and floor outlets.NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, thereis a difference in temperature

Recirculation ControlPressing the Recirculation Control button willput the system in recirculation mode. This canbe used when outside conditions such

•MAX A/CFor maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculationbuttons at the same time.•ECONOMY MODEIf economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to tur

NOTE: The AUTO position performs best for front seatoccupants only.2. Dial in the temperature you wouldlike the system to maintain by rotatingthe Temp

Blower ControlFor full automatic operation or forautomatic blower operation, turn theknob to the AUTO position. In manualmode there are seven blower s

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The operator can override the AUTO mode setting tochange airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Controlknob (on the right) to one of the following

•Battery at an acceptable charge level•RKE PANIC button not pressed•System not disabled from previous remote start event•Vehicle theft alarm not activ

•Air Conditioner ControlPress this button to turn on the airconditioning during manual operationonly. When the air conditioning isturned on, cool dehu

defrost/floor mode. Attempting to use the recircula-tion while in these modes will cause the LED in thecontrol button to blink and then turn off.•Most

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

A/C Air Filter — If EquippedThe A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen fromentering the cabin. The filter acts on air coming fromoutside the vehicle

Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ... 297▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped ... 297▫ Automatic Transmission –

䡵 AutoStick威 — If Equipped ... 310▫ Operation ... 310▫ General Information ... 311䡵 Driving On Slippe

▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ... 334▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ... 335䡵 Tires — General Information ... 339▫ Tire P

▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ... 362▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ... 362▫ MMT In Gasoline ... 363▫ Materials Ad

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.WARNING!•When lea

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

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

Normal StartingNormal starting of either a cold or a warm engine doesnot require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.Simply turn the ignition sw

If the engine fails to start, the starter will disengageautomatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn theignition switch to the LOCK position, wai

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPEDThe engine block heater warms the engine, and permitsquicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to astandard 11

Use each gear in numerical order, do not skip a gear. Besure the transmission is in first gear, (not third), whenstarting from a standing position. Da

Recommended Shift SpeedsTo use your manual transmission for optimal fueleconomy, it should be upshifted as listed in the followingtable.Manual Transmi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPEDCAUTION!Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed:•Shift into PARK only

WARNING! (Continued)•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended isdangerous for a number of reasons. A child orothers could be seriously or fatal

Interlock System” in this section). To drive, move the shiftlever from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position.NOTE: The Continuously Variable Automatic

PARKThis range supplements the parking brake by locking thetransmission. The engine can be started in this range.Never attempt to use PARK while the v

WARNING! (Continued)•It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARKor NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher thanidle speed. If your foot is not f

NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the systemwill disable the one time press of the REMOTE STARTbutton for two seconds after receiving a valid R

WARNING! (Continued)•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended isdangerous for a number of reasons. A child orothers could be seriously or fatal

REVERSEThis range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift intoREVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a completestop.NEUTRALUse this range when t

using a lower gear will improve performance and extendtransmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heatbuildup.During sustained high speed dri

AutoStick威 operation is activated in the DRIVE positionby moving the shift lever side-to-side. Moving the shiftlever to the (+) side will activate Aut

•If the system detects a problem, it will disable theAutoStick威 mode and the transmission will return tothe automatic mode until the problem is correc

2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles.3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators firstbecome visible.4. Keep tires properly infl

CAUTION!•Always check the depth of the standing waterbefore driving through it. Never drive throughstanding water that is deeper than the bottom ofthe

WARNING!•Driving through standing water limits your vehi-cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph(8 km/h) when driving through standing water.

system. This noise should be considered normal, and itdoes not in any way damage the steering system.WARNING!Continued operation with reduced power st

If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicatedlevel. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from allsurfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubric

WARNING! (Continued)•For personal security and safety in the event of anaccident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive aswell as when you park and leav

NOTE:•When the parking brake is applied and the automatictransmission is placed in gear, the “Brake WarningLight” will flash. If vehicle speed is dete

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

malfunction is caused by an internal leak, as the brakefluid in the master cylinder drops, the “Brake WarningLight” will light.WARNING!Driving a vehic

WARNING! (Continued)•The capabilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle mustnever be exploited in a reckless or dangerousmanner which could jeopardize the us

You may also experience the following when the brakesystem goes into anti-lock mode:•the ABS motor running (it may continue to run for ashort time aft

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle may be equipped with an optional ad-vanced electronic brake control system that includesAnti-Lock Brake Sy

WARNING!•The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent thenatural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle,nor can it increase the traction afforded

system will release brake pressure in proportion toamount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move inthe intended direction of travel.HSA Act

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

driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle.When the actual path does not match the intended path,ESC applies the brake of the appropriat

Automatic Door Locks — If EquippedThe auto door lock feature default condition is disabled.When enabled, the door locks will lock automaticallywhen th

mode. This mode should be used for most drivingsituations. ESC should only be turned to “Partial Off” forspecific reasons as noted below.Partial OffTh

ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light andESC OFF Indicator LightThe “ESC Activation/Malfunction IndicatorLight” in the instrument cluster will co

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

compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” moldedinto the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex-ample: T145/80D18 103M.•High flotation tire

EXAMPLE:Service Description:95 = Load Index— A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carryH = Speed Symbol— A symbol indicating t

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 the structural member of the body locatedbehind the front door.Cold Ti

Tire Loading And Tire PressureTire And Loading Information Placard LocationNOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listedon the driver’s side

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

available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs(295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs[295 kg]).5. Determine the combined weight

Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Un-derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor-mation.•For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC

338 STARTING AND OPERATING

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

vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to anauthorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotationpattern.If your vehicle is not equipped wi

WARNING!Compact spares are for temporary emergency useonly. With these spares, do not drive more than50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have limit

WARNING!Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In-stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehiclehandling. With this tire, do not dr

Tread Wear IndicatorsTread wear indicators are in the original equipment tiresto help you in determining when your tires should bereplaced.These indic

WARNING!Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after sixyears, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure tofollow this warning can result in sud

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door.WARNING!Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.Remember that the rear doors can only be

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

TIRE CHAINSDue to limited clearance, tire chains are not recom-mended.CAUTION!Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains areused.SNOW TIRESSome a

tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintainmud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to asmooth, quiet ride.Refer to the “Maint

when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressurewill decrease. Tire pressure should always be set basedon “cold inflation tire pressure”. Thi

pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn ON the TirePressure Monitoring Telltale Light. Driving the vehiclemay cause the tire pressure to rise to a

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

The TPMS consists of the following components:•Receiver Module•Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors•Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale LightTire Press

3. Snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.NOTE: Your

Premium System – If EquippedThe TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rimmounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev-els. Sensors, moun

Should a low tire condition occur on any of the fouractive road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possibleand inflate all tires that are flashing on

NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged,move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down thewindow and open the door with the outside doo

Service TPMS MessageThe Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash onand off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when asystem fault is detecte

will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault canoccur with any of the following scenarios:1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next

3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 20 min-utes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the Tire Pressure Moni-toring Telltale Light will flash on and off

FUEL REQUIREMENTS2.0L And 2.4L EngineThis engine is designed to meet all emis-sions regulations and provide excellentfuel economy and performance when

Gasoline/Oxygenate BlendsSome fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy-genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenatesmay be used in you

To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once withE-85 perform the following:•change the engine oil and oil filter•disconnect and reconnect the b

Fuel System CautionsCAUTION!Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’sperformance:•The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.Using le

Carbon Monoxide WarningsWARNING!Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.Follow the precautions below to prevent carbonmonoxide poisoning:•Do n

After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cableover a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps thegas cap suspended away from and pr

WARNING! (Continued)•Never add fuel when the engine is running. This isin violation of most state and Federal fire regula-tions and may cause the MIL

Auto-DownThe driver’s door window switch has an Auto-Downfeature. Push the window switch past the first detent,release, and the window will go down au

Vehicle Certification LabelYour vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label attached tothe driver’s door B-Pillar.The label contains the following infor

Curb WeightThe curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weightof the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at fullcapacity conditio

TRAILER TOWINGIn this section, you will find safety tips and informationon limits to the type of towing you can reasonably dowith your vehicle. Before

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rearaxles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axlesevenly. M

Weight-Distributing HitchA weight-distributing hitch system works by applyingleverage through spring (load) bars. They are typicallyused for heavier l

Trailer Hitch ClassificationThe following chart provides the industry standard forthe maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class cantow and sh

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetra

Trailer And Tongue WeightAlways load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight inthe front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the GTWon the tow h

NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on thetrailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additionalfactory-installed options, or dealer-instal

WARNING! (Continued)•Make certain that the load is secured in the trailerand will not shift during travel. When traileringcargo that is not fully secu

LIFTGATENOTE: The key that is used to start your vehicle is alsoused to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate.To unlock the liftgate, insert

Towing Requirements – Tires−Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compactspare tire.−Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe

CAUTION!If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg)loaded, it should have its own brakes and theyshould be of adequate capacity. Failure to do

The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle,but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.Refer to the following illustrations.F

Towing TipsBefore setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the trailer in an area away from heavytraffic.Manual Transmission – If

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)Towing This Vehicle Behind Another VehicleTowing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Autom

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 384䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ... 384䡵 Automatic Transmission

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERSThe Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on theinstrument panel, below the radio.Press the switch to turn on the Hazard War

CAUTION!Driving with a hot cooling system could damageyour vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark,the instrument cluster will sound a chime

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGINGWARNING!•Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of thevehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough offthe road to av

Spare Tire StowageThe compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floorin the cargo area.Spare Tire RemovalLift up the load floor cover and remov

•Although the liftgate has no inside release mechanism,the liftgate trim panel includes an opening with asnap-in cap that provides access to release t

6. Block both the front and rear of thewheel diagonally opposite the jackingposition. For example, if changing theright front tire, block the left rea

WARNING! (Continued)•If working on or near a roadway, be extremelycareful of motor traffic.•To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, aresecurely

NOTE: Refer to “Tires — General Information” in“Starting And Operating” for further information aboutthe spare tire, it’s use, and operation.1. Remove

For vehicles equipped with plastic trim, the plastic hasbeen cut away to expose the jacking locations in the body.Do not raise the vehicle until you a

5. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and wheelcovers, where applicable, off the hub. Install the sparewheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped

NOTE: The wheel cover is held on the wheel by thewheel nuts. When reinstalling the original wheel, prop-erly align the wheel cover to the valve stem,

Road Tire InstallationVehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers1. Mount the road tire on the axle.2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels withw

3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with thevalve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand,snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do no

WARNING!To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle islowered to the ground. Failure to

CAUTION!Do not use a portable battery booster pack or anyother booster source with a system voltage greaterthan 12 Volts or damage to the battery, sta

•Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains(SABIC) for the driver and passengers seated next to awindow•Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SA

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

3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, parkthe vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set theparking brake and make sure the ignition

4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumpercable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of thedischarged vehicle’s engine) away from t

CAUTION!Accessories that can be plugged into the vehiclepower outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,even when not in use (i.e., cellular phone

CAUTION!•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be-tween DRIVE and REVERSE (with automatictransmission) or 1st gear and Reverse (withmanual transmis

SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDEIf a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot bemoved out of the PARK position, you can use thefollowing procedure to tempora

6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position.7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.8. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover.TOWIN

With Ignition KeyAutomatic Transmission•Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles can be towed withthe front wheels elevated or on a flatbed truck (all fourwhe

All TransmissionsIf you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.)while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key mustbe in the ON/RUN p

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.0L ... 409䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... 410䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System

WARNING!Infants in rear facing child restraints should neverride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passengerAdvanced Front Air Bag. An air bag dep

▫ Exhaust System ... 423▫ Cooling System ... 426▫ Brake System ... 431▫ Automatic Transmission

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap3 — Engine Oil Fi

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap3 — Engine Oil Fi

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

persists, the message will appear the next time thevehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. Ifthe problem is detected twice in a row, th

4. 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

CAUTION!Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the enginewill cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oilpressure and an increase in oil temper

CAUTION!Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as thechemicals can damage your engine. Such damage isnot covered by the New Vehicle Limited Wa

5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to bemodified to accommodate a disabled person, contactthe Customer Center. Phone numbers are providedu

station, or governmental agency for advice on how andwhere used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded inyour area.Engine Oil FilterThe engine oi

Maintenance-Free BatteryYour vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-tenance requir

CAUTION!•It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that the positive cable is attached to thepositive post and the negative cable is att

WARNING!•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricantsapproved by the manufacturer for your air condi-tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants a

hood latching components to ensure proper function.When performing other underhood services, the hoodlatch, release mechanism and safety catch should

When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take somewasher fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipeclean the wiper blades, this will help blade

WARNING!•Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They containcarbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless andodorless. Breathing it can make you unconsciousand

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-portant to keep the engine properly tuned

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

Selection Of CoolantRefer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.CAUTION!•Mixing of engine co

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, evenon short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driverand cause an accident that includes you

replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte-nance period, it is important that you use the sameengine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the li

WARNING!•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” onthe cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre-caution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze)when the

When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed tomaintain the proper level, it should be added to thecoolant bottle. Do not overfill.Points To

•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle isequipped with air conditioning, keep the front of thecondenser clean.•Do not change the therm

when the pads are replaced. However, low fluid levelmay be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed.NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a manua

WARNING! (Continued)•To avoid contamination from foreign matter ormoisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid thathas been in a tightly closed contain

Automatic Transmission (CVT) – If EquippedSelection Of LubricantIt is important that the proper lubricant is used in thetransmission to assure optimum

level using a special service dipstick. Should you noticefluid leakage or transmission malfunction, have the fluidlevel checked immediately. Operation

hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions willhave an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under-body protection.The following maintenance

CAUTION!•Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materialssuch as steel wool or scouring powder, which willscratch metal and painted surfaces.•Use of p

WARNING! (Continued)•Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seatbelts are designed to go around the large bones ofyour body. These are the stro

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care•All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum andchrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularlywith a mild soap and wate

Interior CareUse MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabricupholstery and carpeting.Use MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinylupholster

Glass SurfacesAll glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basiswith MOPAR威 Glass Cleaner or any commercialhousehold-type glass cleaner. Never us

Seat Belt MaintenanceDo not bleach, dye or clean the seat belts with chemicalsolvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.Sun damage can

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription3 10 AmpRedRear Center BrakeLight Switch4 10 AmpRedIgnition Switch/Occupant Classifica-tion Module5 20 AmpYell

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription18 40 AmpGreenAuto Shutdown Relay19 20 AmpYellowRadio Amplifiers20 15 AmpLt BlueRadio21 10 AmpRedIntrusion Mod

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription33 10 AmpRedJ1962 Conn/Powertrain ControlModule34 30 AmpPinkAntilock BrakeValve35 40 AmpGreenAntilock Brake Pu

VEHICLE STORAGEIf you will not be using your vehicle for more than21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve yourbattery.•Disengage the mini-fuse

BULB REPLACEMENTFront Headlamps, Parking, and Turn SignalLampsNOTE: The headlamp bulb can be accessed from underthe hood without the removal of the in

4. Remove the push pin fastener that secures the inboardside of the splash shield to the front end sheet metal.5. Remove the two push pin fasteners th

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”Pulling Out The Latch Plate Inserting Latch Pla

2. Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly to disengage thelamp from the aperture panel.NOTE: It is not necessary to completely remove the taillamp unit.

5. Remove the bulb from the socket and replace.License Lamps1. Using a trim stick or equivalent, gently pry on the sideof the license plate lamp to re

2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise and re-move from the lamp.3. Pull the bulb from the socket.Center High-Mounted StoplampThe lamp is an L

FLUID CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons 51.5 LitersEngine Oil with Filter2.0L and 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts

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 PartAutomatic Transmission (CVT) – IfEquippedMOPAR威 CVTF+4威 Continuously Variable Transmission FluidManu

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Maintenance Schedule ... 456▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ... 4588MAINTENANCESCHEDULES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThe Scheduled Maintenance services listed in thismanual must be done at the times or mileages specifiedto protect your vehicle war

scheduled oil change is performed by someone otherthan your authorized dealer, the message can be reset byreferring to the steps described under “Elec

WARNING!•A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle willnot protect you properly. The lap portion couldride too high on your body, possibly causingi

At Each Oil Change•Change the engine oil filter.•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.CAUTION!Failure to perform the required maintenance itemsmay result

8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or6 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sig

24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or18 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first s

40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or30 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first s

56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or42 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first s

72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or54 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first

88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or66 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first

96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the fir

104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or78 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first

120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or90 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below yourabdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull upon the shoulder belt. To loosen the la

136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or102 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the firs

WARNING!•You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only service work for which youhave the knowledge and the right equipment. I

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ... 473▫ Prepare For The Appoint

䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades ... 479▫ Treadwear ... 479▫ 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

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

We appreciate that you have made a major investmentwhen you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealerhas also made a major investment in facilities,

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open aninvestigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists ina group of vehicles, it may order a r

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

•Service ManualsThese comprehensive Service Manuals provide theinformation that students and professional techniciansneed in diagnosing/troubleshootin

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORMTIRE QUALITY GRADESThe following tire grading categories were established bythe National Highway Traffic Safety Ad

Temperature GradesThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heatand its ability to

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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ...320Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ...427Adding Fuel ... 365Adding Washer

Fluid and Filter Changes ... 435Fluid Level Check ...434Fluid Type ...434Gear Ranges ...

Cargo CompartmentLight ...183Cargo Light ...183Cargo Load Floor ...186Cargo Ti

Disposal of Used Coolant ...429Drain, Flush, and Refill ... 426Inspection ... 429Points to Remember ..

Brake Assist System ...323Electronic Stability Program ... 326Traction Control System ... 324Electronic Speed C

Engine Oil ...418,452Flashers ...384Hazard Warning ... 384Turn Signal ...

As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you willprefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average,you will prefer a higher position. Wh

Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ...164Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...365,367,411Gasoline (Fuel) ...451Gasoline, Cl

HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 164Hood Release ... 148Ignition ... 12Key ...

Liftgate (Sedan) ... 36Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ... 188Light Bulbs ... 90,445Lights ...

Loading Vehicle ... 367,369Capacities ... 369Tires ... 335LocksAutomatic Door ...

New Vehicle Break-In Period ...85Occupant Restraints ... 66,70Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ... 37,63,64,66,69Octan

Steering ... 315,316Sunroof ... 173Windows ... 34Power Steering Fluid ...

Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ... 88Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ... 89Safety Defects, Reporting ... 476Safet

Setting the Clock ... 225,245,255Settings, Personal ...218Shift Lever Override ... 403Shift Spe

Tachometer ...203Taillights ... 447Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ... 283Temperature Ga

Towing ... 37024-Hour Towing Assistance ... 113Disabled Vehicle ...404Guide ...

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

1. Remove the mini-latch and regular latch from itsstowed position in the right rear side trim panel.2. Grasp the mini-latch plate and pull the belt o

Universal Transmitter ...164Unleaded Gasoline ...361Vanity Mirrors ...99Vehicle Certific

INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTINGEQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into thisvehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to

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6. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”7. Position the lap belt across your thighs, be

9. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.10. To disengage the mini-latch from the mini-buckle forstorage, insert the regular latch pl

Seat Belts In Passenger Seating PositionsThe seat belts in the passenger seating positions areequipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)which

How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward untilthe entir

Seat Belt PretensionersThe seat belts for both front seating positions areequipped with pretensioning devices that are designed toremove slack from th

When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front halfof the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gapbetween the back of the occupant’s head

CAUTION!All occupants, including the driver, should not oper-ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the headrestraints are placed in their pro

3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of thevehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism.1 — Downward Movement2 — Rearward Movement3 — Fina

4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lockinto the back decorative plastic half.NOTE:•If you have difficulties or problems resetting theActi

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

Light remains illuminated until the respective seat beltsare fastened. The driver should instruct all other occu-pants to fasten their seat belts. If

WARNING!Using a seat belt extender when not needed canincrease the risk of injury in an accident. Only usewhen the seat belt is not long enough when i

Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrumentpanel below the steering column.NOTE: These air bags are certified to the new Federalregulations for

and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABICare located above the side windows. The trim coveringthe side air bags is labeled SRS AIRBAG.Th

Advanced Front Air Bag FeaturesThe Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistagedriver and front passenger air bags. This system providesoutput appropr

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolstersuch as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios,etc.Supplemental Seat-Mounted

Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain(SABIC)SABIC air bags may offer side-impact protection to frontand rear seat outboard occupants in additio

The system includes side impact sensors that are cali-brated to deploy the side air bags during impacts thatrequire air bag occupant protection.WARNIN

Air Bag Deployment Sensors And ControlsOccupant Restraint Controller (ORC)The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety systemrequired for this vehi

Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all acci-dents, and also are needed to help keep you in position,away from an inflating air bag.The OR

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Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air BagInflator UnitsThe Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air BagInflator Units are located in the center of th

Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB)Inflator Units — If EquippedThe Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) aredesigned to activate only

Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time,vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators ofwhether or not an air bag should have deplo

floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals.They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.However, if you haven’t healed significantly wit

Maintaining Your Air Bag SystemWARNING!•Modifications to any part of the air bag systemcould cause it to fail when you need it. You couldbe injured if

Air Bag Warning LightYou will want to have the air bags ready toinflate for your protection in a collision. TheAir Bag Warning Light monitors the inte

time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicleis designed to record such data as:•How various systems in your vehicle were operating;•Whe

Children 12 years or younger should ride properlybuckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crashstatistics, children are safer when proper

The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in thevehicle. It is recommended for children from birth untilthey reach the weight or height limit of

in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCHchild restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower An-chors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”.All ch

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

•The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snugas possible.•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming orslouching can move the belt out

restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether strapsfrom the child restraint to the vehicle structure.LATCH-compatible child restraint systems are

WARNING!You should never install LATCH-compatible childseats so that two seats share a common anchorage. Ifinstalling seats in adjacent seating positi

Again, carefully follow the installation instructions thatare provided with the child restraint system.The lower anchorages are round bars, part ofthe

the anchorage directly behind the seat where you areplacing the child restraint, being careful to route thetether strap to provide the most direct pat

seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seatbelt tight around the child restraint so that it is notnecessary to use a locking clip. The

several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate intothe buckle with the release button facing out.•If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pul

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

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

NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONSWARNING!Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle couldseriousl

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

WARNING! (Continued)•Always make sure that floor mats are properlyattached to the floor mat fasteners.•Never place or install floor mats or other floo

lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cutsand cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.Check the wheel nuts for tightnes

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ... 95▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ... 95▫ Automatic

䡵 Voice Command — If Equipped ... 129▫ Voice Command System Operation ... 129▫ Commands ... 130▫ Voice Training ...

▫ Instrument Panel Dimmer ... 154▫ Map/Reading Lights ... 155䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers ... 156▫ Windshield Wipe

䡵 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ... 173▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ... 174▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode ... 174▫ Closing Sunroo

MIRRORSInside Day/Night MirrorA two-point pivot system allows for horizontal andvertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center onthe view thr

Automatic Dimming Mirror — If EquippedThis mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glarefrom vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on oroff

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