Dodge 2007 Durango manuale d’uso

T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE .............................. 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE .............................. 7 5 4 INSTRUMENT P ANEL AND CONTROLS ......................................... [...]

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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction ........................... 4 ▫ Roll Over W arning ..................... 4 䡵 How T o Use This Manual .................. 5 䡵 W arnings And Cautions ................... 7 䡵 V ehicle Identification Number ............... 7 䡵 V ehicle Modifications / Alterations ........... 8 1[...]

INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepar ed with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a W arranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. Y ou are urged to read these publications car efully . Following the instruc- ti[...]

Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury . In fact, the U.S. government notes that the universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year , and could reduce disabling injuries by 2 million annually . In a roll over crash an unbelted person is si[...]

6 INTRODUCTION[...]

W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains W ARNINGS against operating procedur es which could result in an accident or bodily injury . It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entir e manual you may miss important information. Observe all W arnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDE[...]

VEHICLE MODIFICA TIONS / AL TERA TIONS W ARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. 8 INTRODUCTION[...]

THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys .................. 1 2 ▫ Ignition Key Removal ................... 1 2 ▫ Locking Doors W ith The Key .............. 1 3 䡵 Ignition And Steering Lock ................. 1 3 ▫ Ignition Accessory Delay Feature ........... 1 4 䡵 Sentry Key — If Equipped ......[...]

▫ General Information .................... 2 2 ▫ Programming Additional T ransmitters ........ 2 3 ▫ Battery Replacement .................... 2 5 䡵 Remote Starting System — If Equipped ........ 2 5 䡵 Door Locks ............................ 2 7 ▫ Manual Door Locks ..................... 2 7 ▫ Power Door Locks ..................... 2 8[...]

▫ Seat Belt Extender ...................... 5 0 ▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags ........... 5 1 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ............... 6 0 ▫ Child Restraint ........................ 6 2 䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations ........... 7 1 䡵 S a f e t y T i p s ..........................[...]

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys fr om your dealer . Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Removal Automatic T ransmission Place the shift lever in P ARK. T urn the ignition switc[...]

NOTE: If you try to remove the key befor e you place the lever in P ARK, the key may become trapped temporarily in the ignition cylinder . If this occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly , then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is ino[...]

inserted or withdrawn only in the LOCK position. Push in on the key in the ignition lock cylinder to rotate to the LOCK position. W ARNING! The key cannot be turned to LOCK until the selector is in the P ARK position. Do not attempt to pull the shift lever out of P ARK after the key is in the LOCK position. NOTE: The steering wheel will lock when t[...]

For vehicles equipped with the Electronic V ehicle Infor- mation Center (EVIC), the power window switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), and power out- lets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening either fr ont door will cancel this feature. The time for this featur e is programmable. For[...]

If the V ehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should this occur , have the vehicle ser- viced as soon as possible. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be[...]

4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds a single chime will sound and the V ehicle Theft Alarm Indicator Light will stop flashing, turn on again for 3 seconds, and then turn off. The new Sentry Key has been programmed. The Keyless Entry T ransmitter will also be progr[...]

T o Set the Alarm: The alarm will set when you use the power door locks or use the Keyless Entry transmitter to lock the doors. After all the doors are locked and closed the security light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly to signal that the system is arming. The security light in the instrument panel cluster will flash rapidly for about[...]

UNLOCK button or by inserting a programmed Sentry Key into the ignition and turning the key to the ON position. ILLUMINA TED ENTR Y V ehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks All interior lights will illuminate in the vehicle when the doors are unlocked using the key fob. The interior lights will remain on for 30 seconds after the last door is closed[...]

NOTE: Y our vehicle’s keyfob may have three, four or five buttons (shown), depending on the optional features purchased with your vehicle. This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances a minimum of 66 feet (20 meters) using a hand held radio transmitter . The transmitter need not be poi[...]

5. If the desir ed programming was not achieved or to reactivate this featur e, repeat the above steps. T o lock the doors and liftgate: Press and r elease the LOCK button on the key fob to lock all doors and liftgate. If the ignition is OFF , when the doors are locked, the parking lights will flash on once and the horn will chirp once. Horn Chirp [...]

4. T est the flash lamps with LOCK feature while outside of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK button on the key fob with the ignition in the OFF position, and the key removed. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the key fob, while you are in the vehicle, will activate the Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the[...]

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party r esponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If your Remote Lock Control fails to operate fr om a normal distance, check for these two conditions. 1. W eak batteries in transmitter . The expected life of batteries is five years. 2. Closen[...]

5. Pr ess and hold the UNLOCK button on the key fob. 6. After holding the UNLOCK button for four seconds, also press the P ANIC button within 6 seconds. 7. When a single chime is hear d release both buttons. The chime is an indication that you have successfully entered program mode. All fobs that are to be programmed must be done so within 60 secon[...]

Battery Replacement The recommended r eplacement battery is CR2032. 1. If the key fob is equipped with a screw , remove the screw . W ith the transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during r emoval. 2. Remove and r eplace the batteries. A void touch[...]

T o remote start your vehicle, pr ess the REMOTE ST ART button on the key fob twice within three seconds. T o indicate that the vehicle is about to start, the parking lights will flash and the horn will sound briefly . Once the vehicle has started, the engine will run for 15 minutes. T o cancel remote start, pr ess the REMOTE ST AR T button once. T[...]

The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start, where the r emote start sequence was initiated but cancelled before the engine begins to crank. After either of these conditions, or if the V ehicle Theft Alarm is alarming, or if the P ANIC button was pressed, the vehicle mu[...]

Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you fr om acciden- tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key or [...]

3. Place the key into the ignition. 4. W ithin 10 seconds, cycle the key from the OFF position to the ON position a minimum of four times; ending in the ON position. (do not start the engine) . 5. W ithin 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the LOCK direction. 6. A single chime will be hear d to indicate the feature has been disabl[...]

5. W ithin 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch in the UNLOCK direction. 6. A single chime will sound to indicate the featur e has been changed. 7. Repeat the above steps to alternate the availability of this feature. 8. If a chime is not hear d, program mode was canceled before the featur e could be changed. If necessary repeat the ab[...]

W ARNING! A void trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. NOTE: After setting the child protection door lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. NOTE: For emergency exit with the s[...]

windows will operate only when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and for ten minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or the driver’s door is opened. This feature can be turned of f by your authorized dealer . NOTE: The Power Accessory Delay feature will allow the power windows to operate for ten minutes after the ignition it turne[...]

NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during the auto-closure it will r everse direction and then stop. Re- move the obstacle and use the window switch again to close the window . Any impact due to rough r oad condi- tions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto closure. If this happens pull the switch lightly to the fir[...]

LIFTGA TE The liftgate can be unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors. NOTE: When the engine is running fr om a Remote Start (if equipped), the vehicle must first be unlocked by pressing the r emote transmitter UNLOCK button prior to activating the Power Liftgate o[...]

Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. T o open the liftgate, depress the liftgate r elease switch located in the exterior handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. The liftgate will not manually open if the vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). NOTE: • If the liftgate is locked and is not e[...]

NOTE: • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an emergency liftgate latch r elease can be used to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch r elease can be accessed through a snap-in cover located on the lift- gate trim panel. W ARNING! During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur . Ensure the liftgate tr[...]

• The power liftgate must be in the full open position for any of the buttons to operate. If the liftgate is not fully open, press the r emote keyless entry transmitter or overhead console button to fully open the liftgate and then press again to close. • If the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will re[...]

W ARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. Y ou and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. • If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower swit[...]

W ARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- led up. Y ou can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly . Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver [...]

W ARNING! It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a[...]

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door . Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the fr ont seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around yo[...]

W ARNING! • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly . The lap portion could ride too high on your body , possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the poss[...]

W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos- sible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt can’t do its job as well. In a collision it could even cut into you. Be sure the [...]

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front and second r ow outboard seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downwar d to help position the belt away from your neck. Push in on the anchorage release button to r elease the anchorage, and then move it up or down to the position that serves you best. As a guide, if you are shorter[...]

When sitting in this seating location, ensure the seatback is fully engaged with the seatback latch by pushing rearwar d on the center seatback until you hear a click that signals latch engagement. Automatic Locking Mode T o convert from the normal emer gency locking mode to the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder belt portion and pull all o[...]

W ARNING! • If the small (keyed buckle) latch plate and keyed buckle are not properly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able to provide the proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision. • When reattaching the small (keyed buckle) latch plate and keyed buckle, ensure the seat b[...]

T o reattach the seat belt to the thir d row center seat, pull the small (keyed buckle) latch plate forward fr om the headliner slots and insert it into the keyed buckle until there is an audible click. Refer to the pr evious section for the proper seat belt usage. Third Row Center Seat Belt Headliner Stowage Slots THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING Y[...]

Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions ar e equipped with pretensioning devices that ar e designed to remove any slack fr om the seat belt system in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision. Pretensione[...]

The Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert) can be en- abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps: NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or ST AR T position. DaimlerChrysler does not recom- mend deactivating the Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert). 1[...]

Seat Belts and Pregnant Women W e recommend that pr egnant women use seat belts throughout their pr egnancies. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. T[...]

Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt r estraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel. The passenger front airbag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compar[...]

W ARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. Y ou may damage the airbags and you could be injured be- cause the airbags are no longer functional. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are de- signed to open only when the airbags are inflating. • Y our vehicle is equipped with w[...]

Here ar e some simple steps you can follow to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. 1. Childr en 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat in an appr opriate child restraint. Infants in rear -facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger fr ont airbag. An airbag deployme[...]

W ARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly . In some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags. • Being too close to the steering wheel or instru- ment panel during airbag de[...]

How the Airbag System W orks • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if a frontal collision is sever e enough to requir e the airbags to inflate. The front airbag inflators ar e de- signed to provide dif ferent rates of airbag inflation from dir ection provided by the ORC. The ORC will not detect roll over . The ORC also monitors the[...]

• The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel. When the ORC detects a collision requiring the airbags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags. Dif ferent airbag inflation rates may be pos[...]

The following requir ements must be strictly adhered to: • Do not modify the front seat center console or center position seat in any way . • Do not use prior or future model year seat covers not designated for the specific model being repair ed. Al- ways use the correct seat cover specified for the vehicle. • Do not replace the seat cover wi[...]

However , if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately . As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by- product of the pr ocess that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin[...]

Maintaining Y our Airbag System W ARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. Y ou could be injured if the airbag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right [...]

• The light flickers or comes on and remains on while driving. NOTE: If the speedometer , tachometer or any engine related gauges ar e not working, the airbag control mod- ule may also be disabled. The airbags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Pr omptly check fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label located on the inside of t[...]

may be released for incorporation in aggr egate crash databases, such as those maintained by the US govern- ment and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive nature, such as would identify a particular driver , ve- hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially . Confidential data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corpora- tion to an[...]

Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time - babies and children, too. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces r equire that small children ride in pr oper restraint systems. This is the law , and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Childr en 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up[...]

LA TCH child restraint anchorage system. (See the LA TCH - Child Seat Anchorage System section.) • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a fr ont passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh[...]

• If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm. W ARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufac[...]

around the child r estraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however , any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pul[...]

and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages have been available for some time. For some older child restraints, many child r estraint manufacturers of fer add-on tether strap kits or retr o-fit kits. Y ou are ur ged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle. All three second r ow [...]

Installing the LA TCH-Compatible Child Restraint System W e urge that you car efully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child r estraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described her e. Again, carefully follow the installation instr uctions that were pr ovided with the child restraint system. The r [...]

anchorages. Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat cover material. Then attach the tether strap to the anchor- age located on the back of the seat, being careful to r oute the tether strap to provide the most dir ect path between the anchor and the child restraint. If your vehicle is equ[...]

Installing Child Restraints Using the V ehicle Seat Belt The second and third r ow seats have either cinching latch plates or automatic locking retractors which ar e designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child r estraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the sho[...]

W ARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system secured in a rear seating position. Child [...]

W ARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the seat could come loose and allow the child to crash into the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, or even be thrown from the vehicle. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top[...]

A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles of operation. This is a normal part of the break-in and is not an indication of dif ficulty . SAFETY TIPS Exhaust System W ARNING! Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an ex- tremely toxic gas that by itself is colorless and odorless. T o avoid inhaling these gases, the follow-[...]

Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Inside The V ehicle Heater Defroster Ducts Inspect the heater defroster ducts for pr oper operation. Check for proper air flow thr ough all defroster ducts. If there ar e any question regar ding the operation of your heater defroster ducts, have the system checked by an authorized dealer Seat Belts Inspect the belt sy[...]

Lights Check the operation of all exterior lights. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, water , oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if fuel fumes are detected the cause should be loc[...]

UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 M i r r o r s ............................... 7 9 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................. 7 9 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped .... 8 0 ▫ Outside Mirrors ....................... 8 1 ▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Featur e — If Equipped .......................... 8 1 ▫ E[...]

䡵 Seats ................................ 1 0 8 ▫ Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment ........ 1 0 8 ▫ Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners .......... 1 0 9 ▫ Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped ......................... 1 1 0 ▫ Adjustable Head Restraints — All Seating Positions ........................... 1 1 0 ▫ 8 - W ay Driv[...]

▫ Headlight Delay ...................... 1 3 3 ▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ....... 1 3 3 ▫ Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights ..... 1 3 3 ▫ Illuminated Entry ..................... 1 3 4 ▫ Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) ..... 1 3 4 ▫ Lights-On Reminder ................... 1 3 4 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ......[...]

䡵 Overhead Console W ith Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped ..... 1 5 1 ▫ Dome/Reading Lights .................. 1 5 1 ▫ Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped ........................... 1 5 2 ▫ Compass/T emperature Button ............ 1 5 8 䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ......... [...]

MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the r ear window . A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror . Annoying headlight glare can be r educed by moving the small control under the mirr or to the night position (toward r ear of truck). The mirror should [...]

Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head- light glare fr om vehicles behind you. Y ou can turn the feature on or of f by pressing the button at the base of the mirror . A light in the button will indicate when the dimming feature is activated. This option also contr ols the driver side mirror [...]

CAUTION! T o avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror . Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Outside Mirrors T o receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirr or(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the [...]

T o adjust a mirror , turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. T ilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirr or to move. When finished adjusting the mirror , turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirr or . W ARNING! V ehicles and other objects seen in the right side co[...]

Illuminated V anity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor . T o use the mirror , rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upwar d. The lights will turn on automati- cally . Closing the mirror cover turns off the light. Heated Mirrors — If Equipped Heated mirrors ar e automatically activated when you[...]

HANDS–FREE COMMUNICA TION (UConnect™) — IF EQUIPPED UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. UConnect™ allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., ⬙ Call” ѧ “Mike” ѧ ”W ork ⬙ or ⬙ Dial” ѧ “248-555-1212 ⬙ ). Y our cellular phone?[...]

The rearview mirr or contains the microphone for the system and the control buttons that will enable you to access the system. The UConnect™ system can be used with any Hands- Free Pr ofile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. See www .chrysler .com/uconnect for supported phones. If your cellular phone supports a differ ent profile (e.g., Heads[...]

UConnect™ system prompts. Y ou will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options. • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for the voice on beep, which follows the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt or another prompt. • For certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying ⬙ Setu[...]

Cancel Command At any prompt, after the voice on beep, you can say ⬙ Cancel ⬙ and you will be returned to the main menu. However , in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu. Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular Phone T o begin using your UConnect™ system, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth™ enabled c[...]

• For identification purposes, you will be prompted to give the UConnect™ system a name for your cellular phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name. • Y ou will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7, 1 being the highest priority . Y ou can pair up to seven cellular phone[...]

• System will prompt you to say the name of the person you want call. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say ⬙ John Doe, ⬙ where John Doe is a pr evi- ously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phone- book. Refer to ⬙ Add Names to Y our UConnect™ Pho[...]

The UConnect™ system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. Edit Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in mo[...]

• After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Phonebook Delete. ⬙ • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. Y ou can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say ⬙ List Names ⬙ to hear a list of the entries in[...]

• The UConnect™ system will play the names of all the phonebook entries. • T o call one of the names in the list, press the ⬙ V oice Recognition’ button during the playing of the desired name, and then say ⬙ Call. ⬙ NOTE: the user can also exercise ⬙ Edit ⬙ or ⬙ Delete ⬙ operations at this point. • The UConnect™ system wil[...]

Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress T o make a second call while you are curr ently in a call, press the ’V oice Recognition’ button and say ⬙ Dial ⬙ or ⬙ Call ⬙ followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is in progr ess. T o go back to the first[...]

Call T ermination T o end a call in progr ess, momentarily press the ⬘ Phone’ button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call. Redial • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Redial. ⬙ • The UConnect™ [...]

• After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to (English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language. NOTE: After every UCon[...]

Y our phone must be turned on and paired to the UCon- nect™ system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect™ system. T owing Assistance If you need towing assistance, • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the[...]

When calling a number with your UConnect™ system that normally requir es you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can push the ’V oice Recognition’ button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word ⬙ Send. ⬙ For example, if requir ed to enter your pin number followed with a poun d3746# ,y o[...]

Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad Y ou can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect™ system (while dialing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measur es). By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth™ cellular phone, the audio will be played throug[...]

Information Service When using A T&T W ireless Service, dialing to phone number ⬙ #121, ⬙ you can access voice activated automated system to receive news, weather , stocks, traffic, etc. related information. Advanced Phone Connectivity T ransfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect™ system allows on going calls to be transferred f[...]

Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect™ system. The phone must have been previously pair ed to the UConnect™ system that you want to use it with. • Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. • After the ⬙ Ready ⬙ prompt and the following beep, say ⬙ Setup Select Phon[...]

• Press and hold the ‘V oice Recognition’ button for 5 seconds until the session begins, or • Press the ‘V oice Recognition’ button and say ⬙ Setup, V oice T raining ⬙ command. Repeat the words and phrases when pr ompted by the UConnect System. For best results, the V oice T raining session should be completed when the vehicle is pa[...]

• When navigating through an automated system, such as voice mail, or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string, make sure to say ⬙ send. ⬙ • Storing names in phonebook when vehicle is not in motion is recommended. • It is not recommended to stor e similar sounding names in the UConnect™ phonebook. • UConnect™ phon[...]

Bluetooth Communication Link Occasionally , Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the UConnect™ system. When this hap- pens, the connection can generally be re-established by switching the phone off/on. Y our cell phone is recom- mended to remain in Bluetooth ⬙ on ⬙ mode. Power-Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to e[...]

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V oice Commands Primary Alternate(s) zero one two three four five six seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location all call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial edit emergency English erase all Espanol Fancais help home language list names list phones UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 3[...]

mobile mute mute off new entry no pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous recor d again redial return to main menu return or main menu select phone select send set up phone settings or phone set up towing assistance transfer call try again voice training work yes SEA TS Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment The adjusting [...]

W ARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked. Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners The bucket seats are equipped with r ecliners. The reclin- in[...]

W ARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped The manual lumbar support adjustment lever[...]

T o lower the head restraint, depr ess the release button located at the base of the head restraint and push down on the head restraint. 8 - W ay Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped The driver power seat switches are located on the left side of the driver seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls up/down, forwar d/rearwar d, and tilt adjus[...]

4 - W ay Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped The front passenger’s power seat switches ar e located on the right side of the passenger seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls forwar d/rearwar d adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback r ecline adjustment. NOTE: The 4 - way seat does not have an up/down adjustment. Heated Sea[...]

The front heated seat system allows the driver and fr ont passenger to select from two dif ferent levels of supple- mental electrical seat heating, or no seat heating to suit their individual comfort requir ements. W ith the ignition switch in the RUN position, depressing the heated seat switch rocker to its momentary high or low position provides [...]

off. Both of the indicators on identifies High heat level. The lower indicator on only , identifies Low heat level. NOTE: The high heat setting will operate for approxi- mately 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, the system will automatically transition to the low heat setting. The low heat setting will operate for 30 minutes, then the system will turn o[...]

Second Row Bucket Seats — Fold and T umble Second row bucket seats have seatback r ecliners on both seating positions. Raising the lever allows the seatback to be reclined an additional 1 1 degrees. The second row bucket seats can be folded and tumbled forward for easy access to the thir d seat or rear car go area. T o fold and tumble the seat, f[...]

4. Pull up on the r elease handle and lift to tumble the seat fully forward. If the seat contacts the r ear of the front seat, move the front seat forwar d. T o relatch the seat, tilt the seat r earward and push down firmly to engage the rear attachments. Then lift the seatback release lever and pull the seatback up to r eturn it to its full uprigh[...]

W ARNING! In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched. Second Row 40/20/40 Seat — Fold and T umble The 40/20/40 seat configuration is standard on all mod- els. This seat is equipped with a unique fold-and-tumble feature. The[...]

T o fold the 20% seatback, pull the strap forward to r elease the seatback. Fold the seatback down for use as an armrest or to carry car go. When returning the seatback to the upright position, push the seatback rearwar d to latch the seatback. Pull the seatback forward to ensur e that it is locked in the upright position. W ARNING! The 20% seatbac[...]

T o T umble the 40% seat, fully raise the lever on the side of the seat to release the floor latches and tumble the seat. W ARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the outer 40% second row seats in the tumbled position. The outer 40% second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow these ins[...]

Third Row Seat Bench — If Equipped T o Fold The Seats Folding the third seat occurs in two stages: First the cushion is lifted and moved forward fr om the pockets at the front of the cushion. The cushion will r est onto the floor directly behind the second r ow seat. Second, the top of the back is folded forward and r ests onto the cushion. The b[...]

CAUTION! When loading cargo into the rear of you vehicle with the 3rd row seat folded flat, be careful not to damage the material on the head restraints. Seat Cushion Movement Up And Forward Rear Seat Folded UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 3[...]

NOTE: The seat belt buckles are hinged to fold with the seat back. W ARNING! Do not sit in the third row seat unless the cushion and back are properly engaged. Proper engagement can be verified by pushing/pulling on the upright seatback. The seatback will not move unless prop- erly engaged. Do not sit in the 3rd row seat with the second row seatbac[...]

Third Row Seat 40% Seatback Fold Third Row Seat Features UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 3[...]

DRIVER MEMOR Y SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat position, driver’s outside mirror position, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals position, Automatic T em- perature Contr ol (A TC) temperature and radio station Third Row Seat Folded Forward [...]

preset settings. Y our Remote Keyless Entry transmitters can also be programmed to r ecall the same positions when the UNLOCK button is pressed. Y our vehicle was delivered with two Remote Keyless Entry transmitters. One or both transmitters can be linked to either memory position. The memory system can accommodate up to two transmitters, each tran[...]

4. Adjust the Automatic T emperature Contr ol (A TC) while the A TC is in Auto mode. 5. Pr ess and release the SET (S) button located on the driver’s door . 6. W ithin 5 seconds, press and r elease memory button 1 or 2 on the driver’s door . The next step must be per- formed within 10 seconds if you desire to also use a Remote Keyless Entry tra[...]

T o recall the memory setting for driver two, pr ess memory button number 2 on the driver’s door or the Unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter linked to memory position 2. A recall can be cancelled by pr essing any of the memory buttons on the drivers door during a recall (S, 1, or 2), or pressing any one of the power seat buttons,[...]

Self-Limiting Control T o improve vehicle r eliability , the memory system in- cludes a self-limiting control for full travel positioning of power seat and Adjustable Pedal movement (all direc- tions). This self-limiting control may however develop an unintended movement limitation if an obstruction is encountered at sometime during usage. One exam[...]

“Overhead Console with Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 3 of this manual. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD T o open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Then push the safety latch lever to the left. It is located between the grille and [...]

NOTE: Ensure hood pr op rod is fully seated into clip before closing hood to pr event damage to grille. W ARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving. LIGHTS Headlight Switch Location 130 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF [...]

Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the fr ont doors are opened, when the dimmer contr ol (rotating wheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to the second upward detent position, or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the key fob. When a door is open Headlight Switch Dimmer Control UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF Y[...]

and the interior lights are on, r otating the dimmer control all the way down to the OFF detent will cause all the interior lights to go out. This allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicle’s battery . The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be regulated by r otating the dimmer control u[...]

Headlight Delay T o aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for 90 seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition is cycled off while the headlight switch is on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off. The headlights will r emain on for 90 seconds. Headlight delay can be cancelled[...]

T o minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. T o remove r oad dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the lenses. Illuminated Entry Headlights turn on for 90 second[...]

Fog Lights — If Equipped The fog lights are turned ON by placing the headlight rotary contr ol in the parking light, headlight, or Auto position and pressing the fog light button. The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights are ON or when the vehicle headlights are ON low beam. An indicator light located in the instrument cluster wil[...]

If a defective bulb or wiring circuit is detected for the turn signal system, the arrow indicators will flash at a faster rate. Y ou can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down. NOTE: If a turn signal has been left on for at least a mile duration, a continuous chime will sound. T urn Signal Lever 136 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TUR[...]

T urn Signal Auto-Mode T ap the multi-function control lever once and the turn signal (left or right) will flash 3 times, and automatically turn off. Passing Light Y ou can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer - ing wheel. This will momentarily allow the high and low beams to ener[...]

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND W ASHERS Windshield Wipers The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the multifunction control lever . T urn the end of the handle to select the desired wiper speed. Intermittent W iper System The intermittent feature of this system was designed for use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variab[...]

W ARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. Y ou might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. T o avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather , warm the windshield with defroster before and during wind- shield washer use. NOTE: A void using the wiper blades to remove fr ost or Ice from [...]

Windshield W ashers T o use the washer , push in on the washer knob on the end of the multifunction control lever and hold while spray is desired. If the washer knob is depr essed while in the delay range, the wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer knob is released. It will then r esume the intermittent interval previously selected[...]

TIL T STEERING COLUMN T o tilt the column, pull rearwar d on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down, as desired. Push the lever forwar d to lock the column firmly in place. W ARNING! T ilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. W ithout a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of th[...]

DRIVER ADJUST ABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allow the driver to establish a comfortable position relative to the steering wheel and pedals. Adjustment 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 inches (254 mm) away from the airbag located in the center of the steering wheel. 2. Fasten and[...]

CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal’s path. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device takes over accelerator opera- tion at [...]

Push the ON/OFF button to the ON position. In the instrument cluster , the word “CRUISE” illuminates when the system is on. T o Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desir ed speed, press and release the SET button. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. T o Deactivate A soft tap on the bra[...]

T apping the ACCEL button once will result in a speed increase (r efer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine). Each time the button is tapped, speed increases so that tapping the button thr ee times will increase speed by thr ee increments. T apping the DECEL button once will result in a speed decrease (r efer to the table below[...]

T o Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally . When the pedal is released, the vehicle will r eturn to the set speed. NOTE: When driving uphill, at elevations above 2,000 feet (610 meters), or when the vehicle is heavily loaded (especially when towing) the vehicle may slow below the SET speed. If the vehicle speed drops [...]

REAR P ARK ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The manufacturer suggest disabling the Rear Park Assist System when towing a trailer . Refer to Overhead Console with Electr onic V ehicle Information (EVIC) – If Equipped, Personal Settings (Customer Pro- grammable Features) in section 3 of this Owner Manual. This system is used to help drivers dete[...]

The system dimly illuminates the two outer most yellow LEDs when it is ON and detecting no obstacles. The following chart shows the warning display operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: W ARNING DISPLA Y DIST ANCES DISPLA Y LED OBST ACLE DIST ANCE FROM: LED COLOR AUDIBLE SIGNAL REAR CORNERS REAR CENTER 1st LED 59 in. (150 cm) Y ellow [...]

W ARNING! • Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the Rear Park Assist System. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots before backing up. Y ou are responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your sur[...]

NOTE: • Ensure that the r ear bumper is free of dirt and debris to keep the system operating properly . • Jackhammers, large tr ucks, and other vibrations could affect the performance of the system. If “Service Park Assist System” appears in the Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) after making sure the rear bumper is clean please [...]

Courtesy/Reading Lights Near the front of the console ar e two courtesy/reading lights. Both lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened, when the dimmer control is r otated to the courtesy light position (fully upward position), or when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter , if so equipped. These ligh[...]

NOTE: The dome/reading lights will r emain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sur e they have been turned off befor e leaving the vehicle. Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped Pressing the menu button will change the display to one of the following features: T rip Functions Pressing the STEP button allows y[...]

• A VG. MPG – Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is r eset, the display will show dashes for two seconds. Then the history information will be erased, and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average r eading before the reset. (Example: If your Electr onic V ehicle Informa- tion Center (EVIC) di[...]

System Status (EVIC Displays) When the appropriate conditions exist, the Electr onic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays the following messages: • TURN SIGNALS ON (with a continuous warning chime) • RKE BA TTER Y LOW (with a single chime) • PERSONAL SETTINGS NOT A V AILABLE – V ehicle Not in Park • LEFT/RIGHT FRONT DOOR AJAR (one [...]

Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in P ARK. If the trans- mission is not in P ARK the EVIC will display NOT A V AILABLE and VEHICLE NOT IN P ARK. Press and r elease the menu button until the Personal Settings displays on the EVIC. Use the STEP b[...]

• “RKE UNLOCK ALL DR 1ST” – When All ALL DR 1ST is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the r emote keyless entry unlock button. T o make your selection, press and r elease the RESET button until “All DR 1st” appears. • MEM. RECALL WITH RKE > YES – When ON is selected, pressing the unlock button on the RKE[...]

• EASY EXIT SEA T > YES – When ON is selected, and the key is removed fr om the ignition, the driver’s seat will automatically move rearwar d to allow easy exit. • TIL T MIRRORS IN “R” > YES – When On is selected, and the transmission is put in reverse, the outside mirrors will tilt downwar d. • “KEY OFF POWER DELA Y > OF[...]

• “COMP ASS CALIBRA TE > YES” – Pr ess the RESET button to manually calibrate the compass. Refer to Manual Compass Calibration, in this section for addi- tional information. Compass/T emperature Button Pressing the Compass/T emperature button will return the display to the normal compass/ temperature display . NOTE: T emperature accuracy[...]

4. Pr ess and release the RESET button to start the cali- bration. The message “CAL” will display on the compass temperature scr een in the EVIC. 5. Complete one or mor e 360° turns (in an area free fr om large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message turns off. The compass will now function normally . Compass V ariance Compass V[...]

1. T urn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Press the menu button until Personal Set- tings is displayed. 3. Press the STEP button until “Compass V ariance” is displayed. 4. Pr ess and release RESET button until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map. 5. Pr ess and release the compass button to exit. GARAGE DOOR O[...]

W ARNING! A moving garage door can cause injury to people and pets in the path of the door . People or pets could be seriously or fatally injured. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by federal safety stan- dards. This includes most garage door opener mod- els manufactured after [...]

Programming HomeLink The Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver–interactive display which includes HomeLink system messages. The EVIC display is located in the overhead console. NOTE: When programming a garage door opener , it is advised to park outside the garage. It is also recom- mended that a new battery be placed i[...]

3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button that you want to train and the hand-held trans- mitter button. Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed. The EVIC will display “CHANNEL X TRAINING”, once the transmitter is programmed the EVIC will display “CHANNEL X TRAINED”. X refers to the desired channel being t[...]

6. Firmly pr ess and release the ⬙ learn ⬙ or ⬙ smart ⬙ button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manu- facturer .) NOTE: There ar e 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight. 7. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button. Repeat the ⴖ press/hold/release ⴖ sequenc[...]

NOTE: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator , it is advised to unplug the device during the ⬙ cycling ⬙ process to pr event possible overheating. Using HomeLink T o operate, simply press and r elease the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener , gate operator , securit[...]

For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at: www .homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515 . Security Garage Door Opener Operation with Security Alarm (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the Security Alarm feature, the operation of the HomeLink featur e will be purposely inhibited if the Security Alarm is ⬙ Armed ⬙ . This prevents HomeLink [...]

In the event that you are still having pr ogramming difficulties, questions, or comments, call toll fr ee 1–800– 355–3515, or on the internet at www .homelink.com for information or assistance. HomeLink 威 is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls, Inc. POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof contr ol is located between the sun visors[...]

condition until the switch is pushed forward again. T o close fully , hold the switch in the forward position until the glass movement has stopped. The sunshade can be opened manually . It will also open as the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. W ARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving children in[...]

the rear windows open, open the fr ont and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buf feting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunr oof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window . Sunroof Maintenance Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS This vehicle has[...]

1 15V Inverter Outlet – If Equipped This vehicle may also be equipped with a 1 15 V olt (150 W atts Maximum) outlet on the rear of the fr ont center console. These outlets can power cell phones, electronics and other low power devices. This plug is controlled by a switch located in left lower instrument panel. NOTE: Due to build in overload prote[...]

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery Fed Configuration) CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery , even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually , if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine [...]

Reconfiguring Power Outlets T o reconfigur e the outlets, be sure the ignition is OFF before r emoving the fuse. The reconfigurable fuse loca- tion is a special design that allows the fuse to be installed in two differ ent ways. If the fuse is located in the ⬙ Upper or T op Position ⬙ the outlets will work at all times. If the fuse is located i[...]

• Portable phone storage bin • Portable phone cord r outing between lid and base on forward edge • 12 V olt reconfigurable power outlet inside storage compartment • Side open armrest lid • T issue holder & pen holder • Coin slots • Removable CD bin The coin slots are located under the instr ument panel center stack. Cup Holders Y [...]

Power Outlet and Portable Phone Storage The console is equipped with a power outlet, portable phone storage bin, and phone cord r outing. The phone storage bin can be used when easy access to the phone is needed. Also, the power outlet inside the console com- partment can be used to power up the phone while it is being stored in the bin. T o use, p[...]

T o access the storage bin, lift up on the console door latch. F ACTOR Y INST ALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK The load carried on the roof when equipped with a luggage rack must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs.), and should be uniformly distributed over the cargo ar ea. The side rails between the stantions should be used to tie down cargo. Check the straps fr eq[...]

NOTE: Crossbars ar e offer ed by Mopar 威 accessories. External racks do not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the luggage rack, do not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity . CAUTION! T o avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do n[...]

W ARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in personal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack. CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM—IF EQUIPPED The cargo management system consists of a r emov[...]

T o open the main cover , pull up on the latch, and attach the cord to the r ear seat head restraint post. T o open the Cargo divider , lift up on the cargo divider handles, raising the doors to the full open position. Raise the side panels until they engage into the doors. T o remove the car go management system from the ve- hicle, pull the right [...]

INSTRUMENT P ANEL AND CONTROLS CONTENTS 䡵 Instruments And Contr ols ................. 1 8 3 䡵 Instrument Cluster ...................... 1 8 4 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description ............. 1 8 5 䡵 Electronic Digital Clock .................. 1 9 5 ▫ Clock Setting Procedur e................. 1 9 5 䡵 Radio General Information .............[...]

▫ Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio — If Equipped ........................... 2 0 5 䡵 Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio W ith Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, And V ehicle Entertainment Systems (VES) Capabilities ........................... 2 0 5 ▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode ....... 2 0 5 ▫ Operation In[...]

▫ Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels ...... 2 2 6 ▫ Using The PTY (Pr ogram T ype) Button (If Equipped) .......................... 2 2 6 ▫ PTY Button ⬙ Scan ⬙ ..................... 2 2 6 ▫ PTY Button ⬙ Seek ⬙ ..................... 2 2 6 ▫ Satellite Antenna ...................... 2 2 6 ▫ Reception Quality ....................[...]

▫ Front Unit T o Rear Unit Chart ............ 2 4 2 ▫ Operating T ips ....................... 2 4 2 ▫ Operating T ips Chart ................... 2 4 4 䡵 Rear W indow Features ................... 2 4 5 ▫ Rear W indow W iper/W asher ............. 2 4 5 ▫ Rear W indow Defrosting ................ 2 4 6 182 INSTRUMENT P ANEL AND CONTROLS[...]

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT P ANEL AND CONTROLS 183 4[...]

Instrument Cluster 184 INSTRUMENT P ANEL AND CONTROLS[...]

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Fuel Gage The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. T emperature Gage The temperature gage indicates engine coolant temperature. Any r eading within the normal range indicates that the cooling system is operat- ing satisfactorily . The gage needle in V6 and V8 engines[...]

left/right turn signal is left on with the engine RPM vehicle speed greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) for mor e than one mile. 4. Low Fuel W arning Light This indicator lights when the fuel gauge reads 1/8 of a tank or less. 5. High Beam Indicator Indicates that headlights are on high beam. 6. Seat Belt Reminder Light This light comes on for several se[...]

CAUTION! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature light is on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle in neutral with the air conditioner turned off until the light turns off. If the if the light remains on, turn the engine off immediately , and call for service. W ARNING! A hot engine [...]

1 1. Security Light This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set. The security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on. 12. ABS W arning Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock[...]

15. Gear Selector The electronic gear selector display is self-contained within the instrument cluster . It displays the position of the automatic transmission shift lever , and the relation of each position to all other positions. For a good signal the display will place a box around the selected transmission range (PRND21). If the PRNDL displays [...]

replacement, be sur e to keep a recor d of the reading before and after the service so that the corr ect mileage can be determined. 18. Electr onic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light The yellow ESP indicator light in the speedom- eter area illuminates with the key in the igni- tion switch turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with th[...]

on for 15 seconds as a bulb check. If the light does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer . 21. BRAKE System W arning Light The red “BRAKE” warning light will come on when the ignition key is first turned on, and stay on briefly as a bulb check. If the bulb does not come on during starting, have the bulb [...]

km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible. NOTE: • ⬙ The ⬙ ESP/TCS Indicator Light ⬙ and the ⬙ ESP/ BAS W arning Lamp ⬙ come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • The ESP Contr ol System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is actively operating. 23. Malfunction Indicator Light This light is [...]

24. T ire Pressur e Monitoring T elltale Light Each tire, including the spar e (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressur e recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tir e inflation pressur e label. (If your vehicle has tires of a dif ferent size than the size indicated on the ve[...]

CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system op- eration or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. After-market wheels can cause sen[...]

29. TOW/HAUL The TOW/HAUL button is located at the end of the gear shift lever . This light will illuminate when the TOW/ HAUL button has been selected. 30. 4LOW Indicator Indicates transfer case is in 4LOW position. 31. Odometer/T rip Odometer Button Press this button to toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer display . Holding the butto[...]

5. T o exit, press any button/knob or wait appr oximately 5 seconds. RADIO GENERAL INFORMA TION Radio Broadcast Signals Y our new radio will provide excellent r eception under most operating conditions. Like any system, however , car radios have performance limitations, due to mobile op- eration and natural phenomena, which might lead you to believ[...]

FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia- tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out, leaving the r eception relatively clear , which is the major feature of FM radio. NOTE: The radio, steering wheel radio controls (if equipped), and 6 disc CD/DVD changer (if equipped) will remain active fo[...]

Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL contr ol to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic V olume Control The electronic volume contr ol turns continuously (360 degrees) in either dir ection without stopping. T urning the volume control to the right incr eases the volume and to the left d[...]

SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to sear ch for the next listenable station in either , AM, FM, or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. T o stop the search, pr ess SCAN a second time. PSCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the PSCAN button [...]

AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. Setting the T one, Balance, and Fade Press the r otary TUNE control and BASS will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to incr ease or decrease the Bass tones. Press the r otary TUNE control a second time and MID will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right [...]

the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window . Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into push-button memory . The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Every time a preset [...]

• If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF , the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player . • This radio does not play discs with MP3 tracks. SEEK Button (CD Mode) Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next track on the CD. Press the left side of the button to r eturn to the beginning of the current track,[...]

RND/SET Button (Random Play Button) (CD Mode) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play . This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to pr ovide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press and hold the FF button to fast forwar d through th[...]

MUTE Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound fr om the speakers. ⬙ MUTE ⬙ will display . Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will r eturn. Rotating the volume control or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound fr om the speakers. SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. EJEC[...]

Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio — If Equipped Refer to the “Satellite Radio” section of the Owner’s Manual. SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SA TELLITE RADIO, HANDS FREE PHONE, AND VEHICLE ENTERT AINMENT SYSTEMS (VES) CAP ABILITIES NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio f[...]

Power Switch/V olume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL contr ol to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic V olume Control The electronic volume contr ol turns continuously (360 degrees) in either dir ection without stopping. T urning the volume control to the right incr eases the volume and to the left d[...]

SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to sear ch for the next listenable station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. T o stop the search, pr ess SCAN a second time. MSG or INFO Button (Radio Mode) Press the MSG or INFO [...]

AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM Modes. Setting the T one, Balance, and Fade Press the r otary TUNE control and BASS will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right or left to incr ease or decrease the Bass tones. Press the r otary TUNE control a second time and MID will display . T urn the TUNE control to the right [...]

T oggle the PTY button to select the following format types: Program T ype 16 Digit-Character Dis- play No program type or un- defined None Adult Hits Adult_Hits Alert Alert Alert Alert Classical Classical Classic Rock Classic_Rock College College Country Country Emergency T est Emergency T est Foreign Language For eign_Language Information Informa[...]

station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY function only operates when in the FM mode. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program T ype) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. SET/DIR Button (Radio Mode) — T o Set the Push-Button Memory When you are r eceiving a station that you wish [...]

NOTE: Note: This Radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), recor dable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact discs (CD-R W) compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks. Inserting Compact Disc(s) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled i[...]

will return. Rotating the volume contr ol, turning the radio ON/OFF , or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound fr om the speakers. SCAN Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press the Scan button to scan thr ough each track on the CD currently playing. LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play) LOAD/ EJECT - Load Press the LOAD/ EJECT[...]

radio, the radio will remain in CD mode and display ⬙ INSER T DISC” for 10 seconds. If no discs are inserted within 10 seconds “NO DISCS LOADED” will be dis- played. On some vehicles a disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF . TIME Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play) Press this button to change the display fr om a large CD playin[...]

Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files, however , acceptable MP3 file recor ding media and formats are limited. When writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric- tions. Supported Media (Disc T ypes) The MP3 file recor ding media supported by the radio are CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-R W . Supported Medium Formats (File System[...]

Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file. When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and[...]

contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files. Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following: • Media - CD-R W media may take longer to load than CD-R media • Medium formats - Multisession discs may take longer to load than non-multisession discs • Number of files a[...]

LOAD / EJECT - Eject Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number wher e the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. Radio display will show ⬙ EJECTING DISC ⬙ when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to r emove the disc. If you have ejected a disc and have no[...]

AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Switches back to Radio mode. RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing this button plays files randomly . SET/DIR Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press the SET/DIR Button to display folders, when playing an MP3 discs that have a file/folder structur e. T urn the TUNE control to display available folders or mo[...]

SALES CODE REC — AM/FM/CD (6–DISC) RADIO WITH NA VIGA TION SYSTEM Satellite Navigation Radio with CD Player with MP3 Capability (REC) - combines a Global-Positioning System-based navigation system with an integrated color screen to pr ovide maps, turn identification, selection menus and instructions for selecting a variety of destina- tions and[...]

the worldwide standard for time. This makes the sys- tem’s clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone and daylight savings information is set. 1. At the Main Menu scr een, highlight “Clock Setup” and press ENTER OR pr ess and hold for 3 seconds the TIME button on the unit’s faceplate. The Clock Setup screen appears. 2. T o show the [...]

2. T o increase the clock by hours, make sur e “HR +” is highlighted and press ENTER. Pr ess ENTER again to increase the clock by another hour . Y ou will see on the “User Defined T ime” display the number of hours you have increased the clock by . 3. T o decrease the clock by one hour , use the Select Encoder to highlight the “-” sign.[...]

1. When you ar e at an audio screen, quickly press the TIME button on the navigation faceplate. 2. In this example the lar ge clock appears on the screen. 3. T o switch the clock to the small clock, quickly press TIME again. 4. T o toggle back to the large clock, simply pr ess TIME. 222 INSTRUMENT P ANEL AND CONTROLS[...]

VIDEO ENTERT AINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) — IF EQUIPPED The optional VES™ (V ideo Entertainment System) con- sists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid crystal display) screen, a battery-power ed remote contr ol, and two head- sets. The system is located in the headliner behind the front r ow seat. Refer to your VES™ User’s Manual for detaile[...]

Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system. T o access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: ESN/SID Access W ith REF Radios W ith the ignition switch in the ACCESSOR Y position and the radio OFF , press the[...]

Selecting Satellite Mode in REF , RAQ, and RAK Radios Selecting Satellite Mode — REF Radio Press the MODE button r epeatedly until the word ⬙ SA T ⬙ appears in the display . A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode. Selecting Satellite Mode — RAQ and RAK Radio Press the MODE button r epeatedly until the word ⬙ SA T ?[...]

Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 12 AM and 12 FM pre-set stations, you may also commit 12 satellite stations to push button memory . These satellite channel pre-set stations will not erase any AM or FM pre-set memory stations. Follow the memory pre-set pr ocedures that apply to your radio. Using the PTY (Program T ype) Butt[...]

Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interr upted due to one of the following reasons. • The vehicle is parked in an undergr ound parking structur e or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interr upt reception in the form of short audio mutes. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent [...]

The right hand control is a r ocker type switch with a push button in the center . Pressing the top of the switch will increase the volume and pr essing the bottom of the switch will decrease the volume. The button located in the center of the right hand control will switch modes to Radio or CD. The left hand control is a r ocker type switch with a[...]

COMP ACT DISC MAINTENANCE T o keep the compact discs in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. 3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- ing the disc. 4. Do not use solvents[...]

CLIMA TE CONTROLS Manual Control The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather . The following describes its operation: Air Conditioning Operation T o turn the air conditioning On or Off perform the following steps: • Position the mode control button to the desir ed airflow setting. • Set th[...]

engine speed or power may be noticed when the com- pressor cycles. This is a normal occurr ence since the compressor will cycle on and of f to maintain comfort and improve fuel economy . Front Blower Control The Front Blower contr ols the amount of air delivered to the passenger compartment. There ar e four blower speeds. The fan speed increases as[...]

Recirculation Mode (Panel or Bi-Level) Select either the Panel or Bi-Level mode positions when the outside air contains smoke, odors, high humidity , or if rapid cooling of the interior is desired. This featur e allows for recir - culation of interior air only , when ei- ther of these positions are selected. Air flows through the panel outlets or p[...]

NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if the A/C button has not been pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. T emperature Control The temperature of the air is contr olled by a slide located on the top center of the control panel. Move the slide left or right to[...]

Rear T emperature Control — If Equipped Rotating this knob left to the “REAR CONTROL” position allows the passengers in the second and third r ow seats to control the blower speed and temperature by means of the rear contr ol located in the rear of the center floor console as described under “Rear Zone Control.” Rotating this knob to the [...]

Automatic T emperature Control (A TC) — If Equipped The control can be turned on by pr essing the POWER knob. When the control is turned on, it will be in the last mode prior to being turned off. Pr essing the POWER knob again will turn off the contr ol. The control can also be turned on by pressing any button and it will display the correspondin[...]

located in the overhead console to measur e the tem- perature of the driver and passengers. Based on the sensor input, the system will automatically ocntrol comfort by varying the temperature, fan speed, and mode. This maintains a comfortable temperature, even under changing conditions. It is important that objects are not blocking the infrar ed se[...]

Manual Control (A TC) Y ou also may choose to customize your comfort by selecting the fan speed and mode manually . T urning the fan speed knob or any mode button places the system into manual operation. While in manual operation there ar e six fan speeds available and the choice of any mode. The airflow temperature is adjusted automatically to mai[...]

Manual control of Recir culation is possible only in Panel, Floor , and Bi-Level modes. It will not operate in Mix, or Defrost modes. The r ecirculation symbol will flash thr ee times indicating recir culation is not available in these modes. NOTE: If the interior of the windows begin to fog, press the recir culate button to return to outside air .[...]

the A/C snowflake button has not been pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. Rear T emperature Control (A TC) The “REAR” button cycles through the following modes: Rear Control from Front This allows the driver or passenger to control the r ear blower speeds rotating the POWER / F AN knob and the rear temperatur e using [...]

REAR AUTO This mode places the rear system in automatic tempera- ture contr ol. Rear temperature can be set as desired (72 recommended for average person) and will be displayed digitally on the front contr ol when in rear mode. Rear W indow Defrosting and Rear W indow W asher/W iper See the “Rear W indow Features” section of this book. Rear Zon[...]

Headliner air comes from the outlets in the headliner . Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air . Moving the air vane knobs on the outlets to one side will shut off the airflow . The rear compartment contr ol uses two rotary knobs: one for the temperature contr ol and the other for the fan speed control. The mod[...]

T o change the temperature in the r ear of the vehicle, rotate the temperatur e control knob to the right or left. The blue area indicates cooler temperatur es while the red area indicates warmer temperatur es. NOTE: For best operation, make sure that ventilation grilles located in the rear storage ar ea are not obstructed by stowed articles. Front[...]

and adjust the temperature contr ol and blower speed as necessary to maintain comfort. For high humidity condi- tions it may be necessary to remain in the Recir culation mode to maintain comfort. W indow Fogging W indows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it’s r[...]

Operating Tips Chart 244 INSTRUMENT P ANEL AND CONTROLS[...]

REAR WINDOW FEA TURES Rear Window Wiper/W asher A rotating switch located on the climate contr ol panel turns the rear wiper On or Of f. Pressing the rotating switch inwar d activates the rear window washer . Rotating the switch will enable one of five intermittent delay times for the rear wiper . The delay times range from 20 to 1 second. INSTRUME[...]

If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned off, the wiper will automatically r eturn to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is restarted, the wiper will resume operation. Rear Window Defrosting A push-button type switch is located in the climate control panel. Pr ess the switch and the rear win- dow defroster and electric r em[...]

ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es ..................... 2 5 1 ▫ Automatic T ransmission ................ 2 5 1 ▫ Normal Starting ...................... 2 5 1 䡵 Engine Block Heater – If Equipped .......... 2 5 3 䡵 Automatic T ransmission .................. 2 5 4 ▫ Automatic T ransmission ................ 2 5 4 ?[...]

䡵 Electronic Brake Contr ol System ............ 2 7 5 ▫ ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ............ 2 7 5 ▫ BAS (Brake Assist System) ............... 2 7 6 ▫ TCS (T raction Control System) ............ 2 7 7 ▫ ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation) .......... 2 7 8 ▫ ESP (Electronic Stability Program) ......... 2 7 9 䡵 Multi Displacement Syst[...]

䡵 T ire Chains ........................... 3 0 3 䡵 Snow T ires ........................... 3 0 4 䡵 T ire Rotation Recommendations ............ 3 0 5 䡵 T ire Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) — If Equipped ............................ 3 0 6 ▫ Base System – If Equipped ............... 3 0 7 ▫ General Information ................... 3 0 [...]

▫ Maintenance ......................... 3 1 9 䡵 V ehicle Loading ........................ 3 2 0 ▫ Certification Label ..................... 3 2 0 ▫ Curb W eight ......................... 3 2 1 ▫ Loading ............................ 3 2 1 䡵 T r a i l e r T o w i n g ......................... 3 2 3 ▫ Common T owing Definitions .........[...]

ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. W ARNING! Be sure to turn off the engine if you want to rest or sleep in your car . Accidents can be caused by inad- vertently moving the gear selection lever or by pressing the accelerator pedal. This may cause e[...]

’Start’ position until the vehicle starts, but can release the key (still in the ignition) and the vehicle will continue through the start cycle. • T urn the ignition key to the ST AR T position, until the start motor engages. • Release the key (still in the ignition) and the starter will continue through the start cycle until the vehicle s[...]

W ARNING! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. V ehicles equipped with an automatic trans- mission cannot be started this way . Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery , booster cables may be used [...]

The 3.7L/4.7L engine block heater cord is located at the front of the engine compartment near the radiator cap. The 5.7L engine block heater cord is located on the left side of the engine compartment and rearwar d of the power distribution center . W ARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 1 10-1 15 volt electrical cor[...]

“P” Park Supplements parking brake by locking the transmission. Engine can be started in this range. Never use Park while vehicle is in motion. Apply parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range. Always apply parking brake first, then place selector in Park position. W ARNING! Y our vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not [...]

W ARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or “N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idlin[...]

“1” First For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at low speeds 25 mph (40 km/h) or less when going down hill. T o prevent excessive engine speed do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h) in this range. Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec- tronically contr olled fourth and fifth (if equipped) speed (Ove[...]

The transmission will downshift from Over drive to Drive if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). When T o Use “TOW/HAUL” Mode When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer , carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the “T OW/HAUL” button. This[...]

light throttle. It engages at higher speeds under heavier acceleration. This may result in a slightly dif ferent feeling or response during normal operation in high gear . When the vehicle speed drops below a calibrated speed, or during acceleration, the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages. The feature is operational in Over - drive and in[...]

When additional traction is requir ed, the transfer case 4WD LOCK position can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together and for ce the front and r ear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Contr ol Switch to the 4WD LOCK position - see Shifting Procedur e section for specific shifting instructio[...]

shift to take place. Shifting while only the front or r ear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case. Proper operation of four -wheel-drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and cir cumference on each wheel. Any differ ence in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case. Because four-wheel-drive pr ovides improved t[...]

Shifting Procedure - NV 144 T ransfer Case 4WD to 4WD LOCK or 4WD LOCK to 4WD W ith the key ON and the engine either OFF or RUN- NING, rotate the transfer case switch, located on the instrument panel to the desir ed position. NOTE: Delayed shifting out of 4WD LOCK may be experienced due to uneven tire wear , low tire pr essure, or excessive vehicle[...]

If the key is not ON then the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing. NV 244 Generation II T ransfer Case Operating Information / Precautions The NV 244 Generation II is an electric shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch, which is located on the instrument panel. The NV 244 Generatio[...]

NOTE: The transfer case Neutral (N) position is to be used for recr eational towing only . See Recreational T ow- ing section for specific procedur es on shifting into and out of Neutral (N). T ransfer Case Position Indicator Lights T ransfer case position indicator lights are located on the instrument cluster . If there are no indicator lights on [...]

4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. T ake care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 40 km/h (25 mph). Proper operation of four -wheel-drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and cir cumference on each wheel. Any differ ence in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case. Because four-wheel drive pr ovides improved tra[...]

For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the following informa- tion: 4WD Normal Four-Wheel-Drive High Range - Employs inter - axle differ ential. Allows front and rear wheels to r otate at differ ent speeds. All road surfaces. 4WD LOCK Four-Wheel-Drive Lock (4WD LOCK)- Locks the transfer case inter-[...]

Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II T ransfer Case NOTE: The 4x4 system will not allow shifts between 4WD/ 4WD LOCK if the rear wheels ar e spinning (no traction). In this situation a position indicator light will flash and the original position indicator light will remain ON. At this time, r educe speed and stop spinning the wheels to comple[...]

3. While still r olling, rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position. 4. After the position indicator light has stopped flashing, shift the transmission back into gear . Alternate Procedure 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. 2. W ith the key ON and the engine either OFF or RUNNING, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 3. Rot[...]

3. Replace tir es when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. Keep tir es properly inflated. 5. Maintain suf ficient distance between your vehicle and the car in front to avoid a collision in a sudden stop. P ARKING BRAKE The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. T o release the parki[...]

NOTE: The instrument cluster brake warning light indicates only that the parking brake is applied. Y ou must be sure the parking brake is fully applied befor e leaving the vehicle. When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels towar d the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake should be applied wheneve[...]

BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost for any reason, (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The ef fort requir ed to brake the vehicle will be significantly increased over that requir ed with the power system operating. If either the front or r ear hydraulic systems lose normal capa[...]

At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode. Keep firm and steady pressur e on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation. Continuous, steady brake pedal pressur e results in optimal braking power while maintaining the ability to ste[...]

W ARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu- ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in tur[...]

If for some reason, the power assist is interr upted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- tions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers. NOTE: Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are consider ed normal an[...]

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that includes ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System), BAS (Brake Assist System), TCS (T raction Con- trol System), ERM (Electr onic Roll Mitigation), ESP (Elec- tronic Stability Pr ogram) and TSC (T railer Sway Control). All six systems work together to[...]

BAS (Brake Assist System) The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressur e to the brakes. The system applies optimum pressur e to the brakes in emergency bra[...]

W ARNING! • BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that af forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The BAS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too [...]

ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation) This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver ’s steering wheel input and the speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed are suf ficient to potentially cause wheel lift, it applies the appropriate brake and may r [...]

ESP (Electronic Stability Program) This system enhances directional contr ol and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP cor - rects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter - acting the over/under steer condition. Engine power may also be reduced to help the v[...]

W ARNING! • ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded. • ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, or hydro- planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. • The ca[...]

conditions and more wheel spin than ESP would nor- mally allow is requir ed to gain traction. TSC (T railer Sway Control) is not available when the system is in the ⬙ Partial Off ⬙ mode. T o turn ESP on again, momentarily depress the “ESP-Contr ol OFF” Control Switch. This will restor e the normal “ON” mode of operation. ESP always oper[...]

with off r oad driving but ESP function r eturns to provide the stability feature at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h). The ABS is in a special Off-Road mode that allows wheels to lock at lower speeds if gravel is detected to shorten stopping distances. NOTE: When the vehicle is in 4WD LOW , a feature of the ESP system r emains active whether the ESP i[...]

several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corr ected. NOTE: • The “ESP Indicator Light” and the “ESP/BAS W arning Lamp” come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESP System will b[...]

ROCKING THE VEHICLE If vehicle becomes stuck in snow , sand, or mud, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the gear selector rhythmically between FIRST and REVERSE, while applying slight pressur e to the accelerator . The least amount of accelerator pedal pressur e to main- tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the[...]

• European Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards. T ires designed to this standar d have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width. The letter ⬙ P ⬙ is absent from this tir e size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H • L T (Light T ruck)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. T[...]

T ire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standar ds ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on Eur opean design standards LT = Light T ruck tire based on U.S. design standar ds T = T emporary Spare tir e 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section W idth in Millimeters (mm) 65 = [...]

EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tir e can carry . H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tir e can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions. —The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be[...]

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. T ires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tir es as mounted on the vehicle. If t[...]

Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tir e inflation pressur e is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side “B” pillar . T ire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) the[...]

3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pr essures for the fr ont, rear and spare tir es. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Y ou will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tir e size, and[...]

4. The r esulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity . For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight[...]

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W ARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMA TION Tire Pressure Proper tir e inflation pressur e is essential to the safe and satisfactory [...]

2. Economy— Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tir e tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tr ead life resulting in a need for earlier tire r eplacement. Under inflation, also increases tire r olling resistance and r esults in higher fuel consump- tion. 3. Ride Comfort and V ehicle Stabili[...]

check tire pr essure. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Radial tir es may look properly inflated even when they ar e under inflated. CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped). This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which co[...]

T ire Pressures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tir e inflation pressur e is very important. Increased tir e pressur e and reduced vehicle loading may be requir ed for [...]

Radial-Ply Tires W ARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly . The instability could cause an accident. Al- ways use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in case of trucks with dual rear wheels). Never combine them with other types of tires. Cuts and punctures in radial [...]

Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spar e wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. Do not install more than one compact spar e tire/wheel on the vehicle at any given time. CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car[...]

W ARNING! The limited use spare tires are for emergency use only . Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling. W ith this tire, do not drive more than 60 mph (100 km/h). Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on either your tire placard or limited use spare tire and wheel assembly . Replace (or repair) th[...]

T read Wear Indicators T read wear indicators ar e in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tr ead grooves. They will appear as bands when the tr ead depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tir e [...]

W ARNING! T ires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. Y ou could lose control and have an accident result- ing in serious injury or death. Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Pr otec[...]

W ARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspen- sion dimensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and brak- ing of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering[...]

Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. V ibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- balance. Proper balancing will r educe vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear . SUPPLEMENT AL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMA TION – IF EQUIPPED A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen- gers {150 lbs (68 kg) each} plus 200 lbs[...]

These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- ing link and cable (radial) chains. T ire chain use is permitted only on the rear tir es of your truck. NOTE: The use of class “S” chains is permitted on your vehicle with P245/70R17 tires. CAUTION! Do not use tire chains on 4x4 trucks equipped with tires other than P245/70R17 tires. T[...]

TIRE ROT A TION RECOMMENDA TIONS T ires on the front and r ear axles of vehicles operate at differ ent loads and perform differ ent steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat- terns. These effects can be r educed by timely rotation of tires. The benefits of r otatio[...]

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) — IF EQUIPPED The T ire Pressur e Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pr essure based on the vehicle recommended cold placar d pressur e (the placard is lo- cated on the drivers side B-pillar). The tire pr essure will vary with temperatur e by about 1 psi (6.9 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°[...]

Base System – If Equipped The T ire Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pr essure levels. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pr essure readings to the Receiver Module. NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to check the tire pr[...]

when a system fault is detected. The flash cycle will repeat every ten minutes, without an audible chime, until the fault condition no longer exists. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, pr oviding the system fault still exists. NOTE: A non-matching or compact spar e wheel and tire assembly does not have a tir e pressur e monit[...]

CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the wheel rim sensor . NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tir e care and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tir e failure or condition. • The TP[...]

FUEL REQUIREMENTS All engines (except 5.7L engines) ar e de- signed to meet all emissions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when using high quality un- leaded “regular” gasoline having an oc- tane rating of 87. The routine use of pr e- mium gasoline is not recommended. Under normal conditions the use of premium fuel[...]

Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country r equire the use of cleaner burning gasoline referr ed to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates, and are spe- cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- prove air quality . W e strongly support the use of r eformulated gasolines. Properly blended r eformu[...]

MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasolines blended with MMT provide no performance advantage beyond gasolines of the same octane number without MMT . Gasolines blended with MMT reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance. W e recom- mend that gas[...]

Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law . Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance, damage the emission control system. • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to ov[...]

Carbon Monoxide W arnings W ARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly . Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicl[...]

CAUTION! A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on. CAUTION! T o avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. W ARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the ga[...]

W ARNING! A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. Y ou could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can determine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged. A lo[...]

W ARNING! • Never add fuel when the engine is running. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel cap is removed or the tank filled. FLEXIBLE FUEL E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve- hicles only . These vehicles can be identified by the unique fuel filler door label [...]

Fuel Requirements Y our vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of these two. For best results, a r efueling pattern that alternates be- tween E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be avoided. When you do switch fuels, it is recommended that • you do not switch when the fuel gauge indic[...]

Cruising Range Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel con- sumption. Y ou can expect your MPG and your driving range to decrease by about 30% compar ed to gasoline operation. Replacement Parts Many components in your Flexible Fuel V ehicle (FFV) are designed to be compatible with eth[...]

VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As requir ed by National Highway T raffic Safety Admin- istration Regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door . This label contains the month and year of manufacture, Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) front and r ear , and V ehicle [...]

Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) The GA WR is the maximum permissible load on the front and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the car go area so that the GA WR of each axle is not exceeded. Each axle GA WR is determined by the component in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires, or wheels). Heavier axles [...]

then be determined separately to be sure that the load is properly distributed over fr ont and rear axle. W eighing the vehicle may show that the GA WR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted from fr ont to rear or r ear to front as appropriate until the spec[...]

after the vehicle has been weighed both in its ⴖ curb weight ⴖ condition, and in its ⴖ loaded and ready for operation ⴖ condition. Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) 6500 LBS. TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a tr[...]

Gross T railer W eight (GTW) The gross trailer weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the trailer in its ⬙ loaded and ready for operation ⬙ condition. The r ecom- mended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. T[...]

Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of a trailer . TSC (T railer Sway Control) – If Equipped • T railer Sway Control – Electronic TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize a swaying trailer and will take the appropriate actions to attempt to stop the sway . The system will reduce engine power and apply individual[...]

used in accordance with the manufactur ers’ directions, it provides for a mor e level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control ther eby enhancing towing safety . The addition of a friction / hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and cr osswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability .[...]

Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the tr uck bed. Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling king pin. W eight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of W eight Distributing System ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 327 5[...]

Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup truck. The coupling arm connects to the hitch mounted over the rear axle in the tr uck bed. T railer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alteratio[...]

T railer T owing Weights (Maximum T railer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www .dodge.com/towing . • http:// www .dodge.ca (Canada). T railer and T ongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front o[...]

• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your v[...]

W ARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel. When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control. Y ou[...]

2. GTW 3. GA WR 4. T ongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requir ement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). T owing Requirements — T ires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tir e. − Proper tir e inflation pressur e[...]

actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electr onic brake controller is not r equired. − T railer brakes are r ecommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and requir ed for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it s[...]

NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector . Refer to the following illustrations. T owing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away fr om heavy traffic.[...]

If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage. T owing T ips — Automatic T ransmission The “D” range can be selected when towing. However , if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “T OW HAUL” feature should be selected. NOTE: Using the “TOW HAU[...]

T owing T ips — Cooling System T o reduce potential for engine and transmission over - heating, take the following actions: − City Driving When stopped for short periods of time, put transmission in neutral and increase engine idle speed. − Highway Driving Reduce speed. − Air Conditioning T urn off temporarily . − refer to Cooling System [...]

CAUTION! Using this vehicle for snowplow applications can cause damage to the vehicle. W ARNING! Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could ad- versely affect performance of the airbag system in an accident. Do not expect that the airbag will perform as described earlier in this manual RECREA TIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Recreational T ow[...]

W ARNING! Y ou or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case Neutral (N) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move despite the transmission positio[...]

2. Shut engine OFF . 3. T urn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine. 4. Depr ess brake pedal. 5. Shift automatic transmission to Neutral (N). 6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, depress the r ecessed transfer case Neutral (N) button for 4 seconds. 7. After shift is completed and the Neutral (N) light c[...]

NOTE: The ignition key must be ON for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the key is not ON, the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing. CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- mission is shifted into Park (P) with the transfer case in Neutral [...]

NOTE: Items 1 through 5 ar e requir ements that must be met prior to depressing the Neutral (N) selection button, and must continue to be met until 1 second elapses and the shift has been completed. If any of these requir ements are not met prior to depr ess- ing the Neutral (N) button or are no longer met during the 1 second time, then all of the [...]

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WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher .................. 3 4 4 䡵 Jacking And T ire Changing ................ 3 4 5 ▫ Jack Location ........................ 3 4 5 䡵 Jacking Instructions ..................... 3 4 6 ▫ Removing The Spare T ire ................ 3 4 6 ▫ T ire Changing Procedur e ................ 3 4 7[...]

HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is on the top of the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. Press the flasher switch and all front and r ear directional signals will flash intermittently . Press the switch a second time to turn of f the emergency flashers. This is an emergency warning system and should not be used when the vehi[...]

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING W ARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Y ou could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a ser[...]

JACKING INSTRUCTIONS Removing The Spare Tire The spare tir e on your vehicle is located underneath the vehicle in the rear . Remove the spare tir e before attempting to jack the truck. 1. Remove the rubber plug fr om the floor in the cargo area. 2. Engage the jack wrench extension to the spar e tire winch through the hole in the floor . 3. T urn th[...]

It is recommended that you stow the flat or spar e to avoid tangling the loose cable. CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only . Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. Tire Changing Procedure W ARNING! Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicl[...]

Preparations Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. Set the parking brake and place the gear selector in P ARK (automatic transmission). On Four Wheel Drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to the “4L” position. W ARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull[...]

3. When changing a fr ont wheel, place the jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. Locate the jack as far forward as possible on the straight part of the frame (prior to inboard transition. Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench - the tube exten- sion, may be used but is not requir ed. When changing a rear wheel, assemb[...]

Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. 4. By r otating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle until the wheel just clears the surface. W ARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause an accid[...]

correct tightness, have them checked with a tor que wrench by your dealer or at a service station. W ARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle. Always stow the jack, tools and the extra tire and wheel in the places provided. 7. Remove wheel blocks. Do not install chr ome or alu- minu[...]

W ARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised. • Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking. •[...]

JUMP ST ARTING PROCEDURES W ARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth- ing. Don’t lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other . If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the con- taminated area immediately with large quantities of water . [...]

4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery . Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery . W ARNING! Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result. 5. Connect the other cable, first to th[...]

W ARNING! Any procedure other than above could result in: 1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent; 2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion; 3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle. EMERGENCY T OW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED Y our vehicle may be equipped with emergenc[...]

CAUTION! T ow hooks are for emergency use only , to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. Y ou could damage your vehicle. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towing or lifting equipment is r equired to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use of safety chains is recom- mended. Attach towing device [...]

MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment 3.7L V6 .............. 3 6 0 䡵 Engine Compartment 4.7L V -8 .............. 3 6 1 䡵 Engine Compartment 5.7L HEMI V -8 ......... 3 6 2 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ........ 3 6 3 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............ 3 6 3 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Progr[...]

▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............. 3 7 5 ▫ Power Steering — Fluid Check ............ 3 7 7 ▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints .............. 3 7 7 ▫ Drive Shaft Constant V elocity Joints ........ 3 7 8 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 3 7 8 ▫ W indshield W iper Blades ................ 3 7 8 ▫ W indshield W ashers ......[...]

▫ License Lights ........................ 4 1 3 ▫ Center High-Mounted Stoplight ........... 4 1 4 ▫ Fog Lights .......................... 4 1 5 䡵 Fluids And Capacities ................... 4 1 7 䡵 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ........ 4 1 8 ▫ Engine ............................. 4 1 8 ▫ Chassis ............................ 4 1 [...]

ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 3.7L V6 360 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 4.7L V -8 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 7[...]

ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 5.7L HEMI V -8 362 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Y our vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems ar e operating properly , your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy , as wel[...]

cap until a ⬙ clicking ⬙ sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Pr ess the odometer reset button to turn the message of f. If the problem persists, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in a r ow , the system will t[...]

3. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. 4. Appr oximately 15 seconds later , one of two things will happen: a. The MIL light will blink for approximately 5 sec- onds and then remain on until the first engine crank or the key is turned off. This means that your vehicle?[...]

DEALER SERVICE Y our dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner . Service manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting any pr ocedure yourself. NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions c[...]

could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance. These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected. Engine Oil Checking Oil Level T o assure pr oper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a f[...]

Change Engine Oil Road conditions and your style of driving affect the interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the following to determine if ANY apply to you: • Day or night temperatures ar e below 32°F (0°C). • Stop and Go driving. • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 miles[...]

Dusty Conditions Driving through dust-laden air incr eases the problems of keeping abrasive materials out of the engine. Under these conditions, special attention should be given to the engine air cleaner and the crankcase inlet air cleaner . The crankcase ventilation system should also be checked periodically . Make sure that these units are alway[...]

Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi- fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- ber should not be used. Synthetic Engine Oils Y ou may use synthetic engine oils provided the r ecom- mended oil quality requir ements are met, and the r ecom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Material[...]

Drive Belts — Check Condition and T ension Belt tension is controlled by means of an automatic tensioner . No belt tension adjustments are r equired. However , belt and belt tensioner condition should be inspected at the specified intervals, and replaced if r e- quired. See your authorized dealer for service. At the mileage indicated in the maint[...]

Engine Air Cleaner Filter Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at the intervals shown on Schedule “A”. If, however , you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or sever e con- ditions, the filter element should be inspected periodi- cally and replaced if necessary at the intervals shown on Schedule “B”. W ARNING! The ai[...]

Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requir es the use of unleaded fuel only . Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not requir e maintenance. However , it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assur e prope[...]

W ARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex- haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any- thing that can burn. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine o[...]

W ARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- diately with large amounts of water . • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Ke[...]

include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. W ARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants [...]

Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluor ocar- bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pr o- tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever , the manufacturer r ecommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and r ecycling equ[...]

Drive Shaft Constant V elocity Joints All four wheel drive models are equipped with four constant velocity joints. Periodic lubrication of these joints is not requir ed. However , the joint boot should be inspected for external leakage or damage periodically . If external leakage or damage is evident, the joint boot and grease should be r eplaced i[...]

A void using the wiper blades to remove fr ost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum pr oducts such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. Windshield W ashers The fluid reservoir should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Always fill the reservoir with wind- shield washer fluid (not radiator antifreeze)[...]

Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the [...]

Cooling System W ARNING! Y ou or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator . If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, don’t open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radia- tor is hot. Engine Coolant Checks Check the engine coolant (antif[...]

If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner . Follow with a thorough rinsing to r emove all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of old antifreeze solution. Selection Of Coolant Use only the manufacturers r ecommended coolant, refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genu[...]

Adding Coolant Y our vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This coolant can be used up to 5 Y ears or 100,000 miles before replacement. T o prevent reducing this extended mainte- nance period, it is important that you use the same coolant throughout the life of your vehicle. Please r evie[...]

W ARNING! • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- caution. Never add coolant when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. T o prevent scalding or injury , do not remove the pressure cap whi[...]

When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points T o Remember NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming from the fr ont of the engine compartment. This is normally a result of moistur e from rain, [...]

• Do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary , install ONL Y the corr ect type thermostat. Other designs may result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions. Emission Related Components Fuel System Hoses And V apor/V acuum Harnesses When the vehicle is serv[...]

Positive Crankcase V entilation (PCV) V alve Proper operation of the crankcase ventilation system requir es that the PCV valve be free of sticking or plug- ging because of deposits. Deposits can accumulate in the PCV valve and passage with increasing mileage. Have the PCV valve, hoses, and passages checked for proper operation at the intervals spec[...]

W ARNING! Use of brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point, or is unidentified, as to specifications may result in sudden brake failure during hard prolonged braking. Y ou could have an accident. W ARNING! Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching on fire.[...]

W ARNING! W orn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure. Y ou could have an accident. If you see any sign of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake hoses replaced immediately . Automatic T ransmission Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal operating temperature 180°F (82°C). This occurs after [...]

a minimum of two (2) minutes for the oil to fully drain into the transmission before r echecking the fluid level. NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature, the fluid level should be between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick with the fluid at approximately 70°F ( 21°C) (r oom temperature). I[...]

CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder . Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturers recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts fo[...]

Axles Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. The manufacturer does not r ecommend regularly sched- uled oil changes for axles in vehicles whose operation is classified as normal truck service. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corr osion and possible failure of dif ferential components. [...]

be used for chassis lubrication. Use only those greases that have the NLGI symbol on the container along with the proper quality level for your application. Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion V ehicle body care requir ements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that mak[...]

• Use Mopar 威 auto polish to remove r oad film and stains and to polish your vehicle. T ake care never to scratch the paint. • A void using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish. CAUTION! Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder , which will [...]

• Use Mopar 威 touch up paint on scratches as soon as possible. Y our dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. Wheel and Wheel T rim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned r egularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corr osion. T o remove heavy soil, use Mopar 威 [...]

Mopar 威 T otal Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery . Y our leather upholstery can be best preserved by r egular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed pr omptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft c[...]

Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with any commercial household-type glass cleaner . Never use an abrasive type cleaner . Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows equipped with electric defrosters or windshields equipped with a windshield wiper de-icer . Do not use scrapers or other sharp instru- ments whic[...]

FUSE BLOCK CAUTION! When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow , it suggests a problem in the circuit that must be corrected. NOTE: If you are [...]

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Cavity Mini Fuse/Color Description F1 15 Amp Blue Instrument Clus- ter Battery Feed F 2 10 Amp Red Spare F3 10 Amp Red Ignition Run/ Start for Next Generation Con- troller (NGC), Integrated Power Module (IPM), AC Relay and Fuel Pump Relay F4 10 Amp Red Door Node and Non-Memory Power Mirror Switch Battery Feed F5 (2) 10 Amp Red Airbags (2 Fuses in Y[...]

F1 1 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors F12 20 Amp Y ellow Cluster Battery Feed F13 10 Amp Red Ignition Run HV AC Module/ Heated Rear Glass (EBL) Re- lay F14 10 Amp Red ABS Module Ig- nition Run F15 15 Amp Blue Battery Feed Blue T ooth, Compass/T rip Computer (CMTC), Sentry Key Diagnostics F16 20 Amp Y ellow Reconfigurable Power Outlets F17 20 Amp Y ellow I[...]

Fuses (Power Distribution Center) Y our vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distri- bution center located in the left side of the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses and relays. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on[...]

Cavity Cartridge Fuse / Relay Mini Fuse Description 7 40 Amp Green Blower Motor Relay Feed 8 40 Amp Green JB Feed Acc Delay 9 Spare 10 30 Amp Pink ASD 1 1 40 Amp Green Power Liftgate ( If Equipped) 12 40 Amp Green JB Feed / Heated Rear Glass (EBL)/ T Case Brake 13 30 Amp Pink JB Feed RR 14 40 Amp Green ESP Pump Cavity Cartridge Fuse / Relay Mini Fu[...]

Cavity Cartridge Fuse / Relay Mini Fuse Description 23 20 Amp Y ellow T railer T ow 24 15 Amp Blue A/C Clutch 25 15 Amp Blue Stop Lamp Switch 26 Spare 27 20 Amp Y ellow Run/Start Relay Feed 28 Spare 29 Relay Run Start 30 Relay Run Remote 31 Spare 32 Relay Starter Cavity Cartridge Fuse / Relay Mini Fuse Description 33 Relay Electronic Automatic T ra[...]

Fuses (Integrated Power Module) An integrated Power Module is located in the left side of the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses and relays. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the fol[...]

Cavity Cartridge Fuse / Relay Mini Fuse Description 1 1 Relay Radiator Fan Hi Rly 12 20 Amp Y el- low Front Contr ol Module (FCM) Batt #4 13 20 Amp Y el- low Front Contr ol Module (FCM) Batt #2 14 20 Amp Y el- low Adjustable Pedal 15 20 Amp Y el- low Ft Fog Lamps 16 20 Amp Y el- low Horn 17 20 Amp Y el- low Rear W iper 18 20 Amp Y el- low Front Con[...]

VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for mor e than 21 days, we recommend that you take the following steps to mini- mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: • Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I.O.D.) fuse located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). The I.O.D. cavity includes a snap-in retainer that allows the fuse to be d[...]

BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights/Parking/T urn Signal 1. Remove the two bolts attaching the headlight to the upper fender reinfor cement (hood must be open to access bolts). 2. Remove one nut that attaches the headlight to the inner fender panel. Access to the nut is possible by opening the fender panel access door which is located in the wheel liner . [...]

4. While firmly holding the headlight in your hands disconnect all connectors by following the procedur e described in step number 5 below . 5. Remove the bulb connector fr om the headlight making sure to pull and r elease the red tab on all connectors. Loosen the connector by pressing down on the black and/or green r elease which is located below [...]

2. Rotate the light to the outboar d side of the vehicle and remove. 410 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

3. Unlock and remove electrical connector . 4. Remove the thr ee screws holding the bulb strip to the back of the tail lamp. MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 41 1 7[...]

5. Remove the bulb strip from the tail light lens. 6. Remove bulbs fr om bulb strip by pulling the bulb straight out. 412 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

License Lights 1. Remove the two scr ews securing the lens to the liftgate. MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 7[...]

2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counter clockwise. 3. Pull bulb fr om socket. Center High-Mounted Stoplight 1. Remove two scr ews securing stoplight housing assem- bly to the liftgate. 414 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE[...]

2. T urn socket 1/4 counterclockwise and fr ee from hous- ing. 3. Pull bulb straight fr om socket to remove. Fog Lights 1 – (3) Wheel liner screws 2 – (1) Air dam screw MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 7[...]

T o replace the left foglamp bulb: 1. Remove the thr ee wheel liner screws 2. Remove the r emove the far left air dam screw at the bottom of the fascia. 3. Peel back the liner and access the foglamp 4. Rotate the socket and connector 1/4 turn counter - clockwise and pull straight rewar d to disengage from the lamp. 5. Remove the bulb fr om the sock[...]

FLUIDS AND CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel 3.7L/4.7L, 87 Octane 27 Gal. 102L 5.7L, 89 Octane 27 Gal 102L Engine Oil (with filter) 3.7L, SAE 5W -20, API Certified 5 Qt. 4.7L 4.7L, SAE 5W -20, API Certified 6 Qt. 5.7L 5.7L, SAE 5W -20, API Certified 7 Qt. 6.6L Cooling System (includes 2.1 Qts./2L for coolant bottle 3.7L without Rear Heat (Mopar 威 Anti[...]

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Engine Coolant Mopar 威 Antifr eeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive T echnology) or equivalent. 3.7/4.7L Engine Oil Use SAE 5W -20, API Certified, meeting material standar d MS-6395 or equiva- lent. 5.7L Engine Oil Use [...]

Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Automatic T ransmission Mopar 威 A TF+4, Automatic T ransmission Fluid. T ransfer Case Mopar 威 A TF+4, Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Front Axle SAE 75W -90 Multipurpose T ype, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent. Rear Axle SAE 75W -140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent. Brake Master Cyl[...]

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance ........ 4 2 2 䡵 Maintenance Schedules ................... 4 2 2 ▫ Schedule “B” ........................ 4 2 5 ▫ Schedule “A” ........................ 4 4 0 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S[...]

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type on the following pages must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued pr oper func- tioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehic[...]

• Off-r oad or desert operation. • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the ⬙ Maintenance Schedules ⬙ section of this manual. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then[...]

At Each Stop for Fuel • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will impr ove the accu- racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark. • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if requir ed.[...]

At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter . • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the brake hoses. • Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspen- sion components. • Check the automatic transmission fluid level. • Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps. Schedule “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operat[...]

• If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the ⬙ Maintenance Schedules ⬙ section of this manual. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change your coolant every 102,000 [...]

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , or at 3 months whichever comes first. X X XXX Rotate tires. X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. X X Change rear axle fluid. X Change front axle fluid (4X4). X Inspect engine air cleaner[...]

Miles 18,000 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 (Kilometers) (30 000) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , or at 3 months whichever comes first. X X XXX Rotate tires. X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. XX X Change rear axle fluid. X Change front axle fluid (4X4). X Check transfer case[...]

Miles 33,000 36,000 39, 000 42,000 45,000 (Kilometers) (55 000) (60 000) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , or at 3 months whichever comes first. X X XXX Rotate tires. X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. XX Change rear axle fluid. X Change front axle fluid (4X4). X Inspect brake linings.[...]

Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000 (Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , or at 3 months whichever comes first. X X XXX Rotate tires. X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. XX X Change rear axle fluid. X Change front axle fluid (4X4). X Inspect brake lini[...]

Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000 (Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000) Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid, change filter (3.7L). This applies only if your ve- hicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. X Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump filter (4.7L/5.[...]

Miles 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 75,000 (Kilometers) (105 000) (1 10 000) (115 000) (120 000) (125 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , or at 3 months whichever comes first. XXX X Rotate tires. X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. X X Change rear axle fluid. X Change front axle fluid (4X4). X Inspect brake lini[...]

Miles 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers ) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , or at 3 months whichever comes first. X X XXX Rotate tires. X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. XX X Change rear axle fluid. X Change front axle fluid (4X4). X Check transfe[...]

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , or at 3 months whichever comes first. XXX X Rotate tires. X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. X X Flush and replace engine coolant, if not r eplaced at 60 months. X Change rear axle fluid. X C[...]

Miles 105,000 108,000 1 1 1,000 1 14,000 1 17,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (175 000) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , or at 3 months whichever comes first. X X XXXX Rotate tires. X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and cor- rect stowage. XX X Change rear axle fluid. X X Change front ax[...]

Miles 105,000 108,000 1 1 1,000 1 14,000 1 17,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (175 000) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid, change filter (3.7L). This applies only if your vehicle is used for police, taxi, fleet, or fre- quent trailer towing. X Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and c[...]

Miles 123,000 126,000 129,000 132,000 135,000 138,000 (Kilometers) (205 000) (210 000) (215 000) (220 000) (225 000) (230 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at in- terval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. X X XXXX Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X X X Rotate tires. X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and [...]

Miles 141,000 144,000 147,000 150,000 (Kilometers) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. XX X X Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X Rotate tires. X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. X X Lubricate outer tie rod e[...]

Miles 141,000 144,000 147,000 150,000 (Kilometers) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000) Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump and spin-on cooler return filter (if equipped). X Flush and replace engine coolant if not r eplaced at 120,000 miles (200 000 km). X Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a m[...]

Schedule “A” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate tir es. X X X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). X Inspect brake [...]

Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 (Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X X Rotate tir es. X X X X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and cor- rect stowage. X X X XX Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). X F[...]

Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 (Kilometers) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) [Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate tir es. X X X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). X Inspect brake linings. X[...]

Miles 102,000 108,000 1 14,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [Months] [102] [108] [1 14] [120] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X Rotate tir es. X X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. X X X X Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X Flush and replace engine coolant, if [...]

Miles 126,000 132,000 138,000 144,000 150,000 (Kilometers) (210 000) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250 000) [Months] [126] [132] [138] [144] [150] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate tires. X X X X X Check spare tir e for proper pr essure and correct stowage. X X X X X Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X Lubricate [...]

Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts. * This maintenance is recommended by the manufactur er to the owner , but not requir ed to maintain the emissions warranty . W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for wh[...]

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V e h i c l e .............................. 4 4 8 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 4 4 8 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 4 4 8 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests ............. 4 4 8 䡵 If Y ou Need Assistance ................... 4 4 8[...]

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty , discuss additional charges with the service manager . Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s[...]

technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed corr ectly and in a timely manner . This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process. • If for some reason you ar e still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the deale[...]

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) T o assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (T elecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center . Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the U[...]

W ARRANTY INFORMA TION (U.S. V ehicles Only) See the W arranty Information Booklet for the terms and provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to this vehicle. MOP AR 姞 P ARTS Mopar 威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer . They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING SA[...]

PUBLICA TION ORDER FORMS T o order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below . V isa, Mas- tercar d, American Express, and Discover or ders are ac- cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. NOTE: A street addr ess is required when or dering manuals. (No P .O. Boxes). •[...]

• Owner’s Manuals. These manuals have been prepar ed with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler group vehicles. Included ar e starting, operating, emergency and maintenance pr o- cedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips. Call T oll Free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U[...]

DEP ARTMENT OF TRANSPORT A TION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab- lished by the National highway T raffic Safety Adminis- tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car . All Passenger Car T ires Must Con[...]

T emperature Grades The temperature grades ar e A (the highest), B, and C, repr esenting the tire’s r esistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and r educe tir[...]

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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ............ 188,271 Adding Fuel ........................... 3 1 4 Air Cleaner , Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 372 Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ 230,375 Air Conditioning ........................ 2 3 0 Air Conditioning, Operating T ips ............ 2 4 2 Air Conditioning, Rear Zone ................ [...]

Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 3 9 2 B a l l J o i n t s ............................. 3 7 7 Battery ....................... 360,361,362,374 Charging ............................ 3 5 3 Emergency Starting ..................... 3 5 3 Gas Caution .......................... 3 5 3 Keyless T ransmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 2 5 Saving [...]

Carbon Monoxide W arning ............ 7 2 , 161,314 Cargo Management System ................. 1 7 7 Cargo Or ganizer ....................... 1 7 7 Cargo Or ganizer ........................ 1 7 7 Cargo (V ehicle Loading) ................... 3 2 0 Catalytic Converter ...................... 3 7 3 CD (Compact Disc) Player ............... 197,205 Cellul[...]

Pressur e Cap ......................... 3 8 3 Radiator Cap ......................... 3 8 3 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...... 382,417,418 T emperature Gauge ..................... 1 8 5 Cruise Contr ol (Speed Control) .............. 1 4 3 C u p H o l d e r ............................ 1 7 3 Customer Assistance ..................... 4 4 8 Data [...]

Emergency , In Case of Freeing V ehicle When Stuck ............... 2 8 4 Jacking ............................. 3 4 7 T ow Hooks .......................... 3 5 5 T o w i n g ............................. 3 5 6 Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 4 2 2 Emission Related Components .............. 3 8 6 Engine Air Cleaner .....................[...]

Flashers Hazard W arning ....................... 3 4 4 T urn Signal ..................... 135,185,409 Flat T ire Stowage ..................... 346,352 Flexible Fuel V ehicles Cruising Range ........................ 3 1 9 Engine Oil ........................... 3 1 8 Fuel Requirements .................. 317,318 Maintenance .......................... [...]

Fuses ........................ 172,398,402,405 Garage Door Opener (HomeLink 威 ) ........... 1 6 0 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ............ 314,316,363 Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge) ................... 1 8 5 Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 3 1 0 Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 3 1 1 Gauges Coolant T emperature .................... 1 8 [...]

Hitches T r a i l e r T o w i n g ........................ 3 2 8 HomeLink 威 (Garage Door Opener) T ransmitter . . . 160 Hood Release .......................... 1 2 9 Hoses ................................ 3 8 6 Ignition ............................. 1 2 , 1 3 K e y ................................. 1 2 Lock ................................ 1 3 Ig[...]

Lane Change and T urn Signals ......... 135,185,409 Lap/Shoulder Belts ..................... 3 9 , 4 4 LA TCH (Lower Anchors and T ether for C H i l d r e n ) .............................. 6 5 L i f e o f T i r e s ............................ 3 0 0 Liftgate ................................ 3 4 Lights .............................. 7 4 , 1 3 0 Air[...]

T raction Control ....................... 2 7 9 T urn Signal ........................ 135,409 W arning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 1 8 5 Loading V ehicle ......................... 3 2 0 T i r e s ............................... 2 8 9 Locks ................................. 2 7 Automatic Door ........................ 2 8 Child Protection [...]

Rearview ............................. 7 9 V a n i t y ............................... 8 3 Modifications/Alterations, V ehicle ............. 8 Monitor , T ire Pressur e System ............... 3 0 6 Mopar Parts ......................... 365,451 Multi-Displacement Engine System ........... 2 8 3 Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 1 3 5 Navi[...]

Parking On Hill ......................... 2 6 9 Passing Light ........................... 1 3 7 Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 1 4 2 Personal Settings ........................ 1 5 5 Pets .................................. 7 1 Pets, T ransporting ........................ 7 1 Phone, Cellular .......................... 8 4 Phone, Hands-Fre[...]

Rear Cup Holder ........................ 1 7 4 Rear Liftgate ............................ 3 4 Rear W indow Defroster ................... 2 4 6 Rear W indow Features .................... 2 4 5 Rear W iper/W asher ...................... 2 4 5 Rearview Mirrors ........................ 7 9 Reclining Front Seats ..................... 1 0 9 Recorder , Ev[...]

Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 4 8 Seat Belts .......................... 3 8 , 3 9 , 7 3 And Pregnant W omen ................... 5 0 Child Restraint ....................... 6 2 , 6 3 Extender ............................. 5 0 Front Seat ............................ 3 9 Pretensioners .......................... 4 8 Reminder ..............[...]

Snow Plow ............................ 3 3 6 Snow T ires ............................ 3 0 4 Spare T ire .......................... 297,298 Spark Plugs ............................ 3 7 1 Speed Control (Cr uise Control) .............. 1 4 3 Speedometer ........................... 1 8 7 Starting ............................... 2 5 1 Automatic T ransmi[...]

T ire Safety Information .................... 2 8 4 T i r e s ............................ 7 3 , 293,454 A g i n g ( L i f e o f T i r e s ) .................... 3 0 0 Air Pressur e .......................... 2 9 3 Alignment ........................... 3 0 2 Chains .............................. 3 0 3 Changing ............................ 3 4 6 Com[...]

T r a i l e r T o w i n g .......................... 3 2 3 Cooling System T ips .................... 3 3 6 Hitches ............................. 3 2 8 Minimum Requirements ................. 3 3 0 T railer and T ongue W eight ................ 3 2 9 W i r i n g .............................. 3 3 3 T r a i l e r T o w i n g G u i d e .................[...]

V ehicle Storage ......................... 4 0 7 V ideo Entertainment System (Rear Seat V ideo System) .......................... 2 2 3 W arning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 185 W arning, Roll Over ........................ 4 W arnings and Cautions ..................... 7 W arranty Information ..................... 4 5 1 W asher , Addin[...]