Chrysler 200 Convertible 2012 Owner's Manual Page 1

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ManuallyClosing the power convertible top manually is a compli-cated and physically demanding procedure, and it re-quires a special tool to do so. In

NOTE: The frames must lie flat on each other in order tosnap them together.4. Pivot the small frame (1) away from the large frame (2)until the pivot l

5. Unfold both stems at the rear of the large frame. 6. Align and insert the stems into the slot in each trimpanel.100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF Y

7. Align the pins at the front of the large frame with thehole in each trim panel. Slide the pins outward until fullyextended into each hole.Removing

Power Convertible Top Operation And WarningMessagesWhen the appropriate conditions exist, the PTCM dis-plays various power convertible top operation a

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• If you are trying to lower the top and ambient temperature is 0°F (-18°C) or lower, wait until the temperaturerises and the top is thawed and dry be

Emergency Bypass Mode (To Raise The TopOnly)This procedure is only to be used to raise the top whenthe top cannot be returned to the UP (raised) posit

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

MIRRORSInside Day/Night MirrorA two-point pivot system allows for horizontal andvertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror tocenter on the v

Outside MirrorsTo receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrorsto center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slightoverlap of the view obtaine

After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the samedirection you want the mirror to move. When finished,return the knob to the center “O” (Off) positi

Vanity Mirror — If EquippedA vanity mirror is attached to the inside face of the sunvisor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downwardand flip th

•www.jeep.com/uconnect•or call 1–877–855–8400Uconnect™ Phone allows you to transfer calls betweenthe system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit

Voice Command ButtonActual button location may vary with the ra-dio. The individual buttons are described in the“Operation” section.The Uconnect™ Phon

example, you can use the compound form voicecommand “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can breakthe compound form command into two voice com-mands: “Phoneb

•When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device”and follow the audible prompts.•You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi-fication Numb

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

•When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g.,“Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This willallow you to store multiple numbers for each phone-

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

After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook,you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry inthe phonebook, call the number you

Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries•Press the button to begin.•After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say“Phonebook Erase All”.•T

Phone Call FeaturesThe following features can be accessed through theUconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on yourmobile service plan. For e

in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “TogglingBetween Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, referto “Conference Call” in this s

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

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

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

certain companies, which time out a little too soon towork properly with the Uconnect™ Phone.Voice Mail CallingTo learn how to access your voice mail,

NOTE:•You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phonenetwork configurations. This is normal.•Some paging and voice mail systems have system time

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caution and take precautionary safety measures). Bydialing a number with your paired Bluetooth威 mobilephone, the audio will be played through your veh

Connect Or Disconnect Link Between TheUconnect™ Phone And Mobile PhoneYour mobile phone can be paired with many differentelectronic devices, but can o

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

•“Next Station” (to select the next station)•“Previous Station” (to select the previous station)•“Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu)•“Main Menu

•“New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During therecording, you may press the Voice Commandbutton to stop recording. You proceed by saying one ofthe fol

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

Power SeatsThe power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seatnear the floor. Use the switch to move the seat up, down,forward, rearward, or to

NOTE:•If you try to remove the key before you place the shiftlever into PARK, the key may become trapped tempo-rarily in the ignition switch lock cyli

WARNING!•Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous.Moving a seat while driving could result in loss ofcontrol which could cause a collision and

If HIGH-level heating is selected, the system automati-cally switches to LOW-level heating and turns one indi-cator light OFF after a maximum of 60 mi

Recliner AdjustmentThe recliner control is on the outboard side of the seat. Torecline the seat, lean forward slightly and lift the lever.Then lean ba

WARNING!•Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seatcould cause you to lose control. The seat belt might

Easy Entry SystemThe Easy Entry lever is located on upper seat belt anchorcover.Pull the lever upward to move the seat and seatbackforward.When return

Adjusting Active Head RestraintsActive Head Restraints can reduce the risk of injury inthe event of a rear impact. The Active Head Restraintshould be

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

•In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re-straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting ActiveHead Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Befo

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

Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the openposition. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the holeon the underside of the hood.Before closi

WARNING! (Continued)•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or withaccess to an unlocked vehicle.•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is

LIGHTSMultifunction LeverThe multifunction lever on the left side of the steeringcolumn controls the operation of the headlights, parkinglights, turn

Lights-On ReminderIf the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignitionis turned to the LOCK position, a chime will sound toalert the driver w

To activate the delay, turn the ignition switch to theLOCK position while the headlights are still on. Then,turn off the headlights within 45 seconds.

Fog Lights — If EquippedTo activate the front fog lights, turn on the parkinglights or the low beam headlights and pull out onthe end of the multifunc

Daytime Running Lights — If EquippedThe front turn signal lamps will turn on as DaytimeRunning Lights (DRL) whenever the ignition is ON, theengine is

High/Low Beam SwitchPush the multifunction lever away from you to switchthe headlights to high beam. Pull the multifunction levertoward you, to switch

dimmer control in the multifunction lever. This light isalso controlled automatically by the Illuminated EntrySystem.Battery Saver FeatureTo protect t

NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the“Park” position if you turn the ignition switch OFF whilethey are operating. The wipers will resume o

regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycleevery second to a maximum of approximately 18 secondsbetween cycles.NOTE: The wiper delay times

Headlights With Wipers (Available With AutoHeadlights Only)When this feature is active, the headlights will turn onapproximately 10 seconds after the

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

If you activate the washer while the wiper control is inthe off position, the wipers will operate for two wipecycles and then turn off.TILT/TELESCOPIN

outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steeringcolumn in position, pull the lever upward until fullyengaged.WARNING!Do not adjust the steer

the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed ControlSystem can be reactivated by pushing the ElectronicSpeed Control ON/OFF button and resettin

To Resume SpeedTo resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+)button and release. Resume can be used at any speedabove 20 mph (32 km/h).To Vary The

On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur soit may be preferable to drive without Electronic SpeedControl.WARNING!Electronic Speed Contro

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

Programming A Rolling CodeFor programming garage door openers that were manu-factured after 1995. These garage door openers can beidentified by the “L

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

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

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

CAUTION!The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system is not compat-ible with some after-market remote starting systems.Use of these systems may result in vehicl

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

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

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

ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETSThere are two 12 Volt (13 Amp) electrical power outletson this vehicle. Both of the power outlets are protected bya fuse.The i

A second power outlet is located inside the center con-sole.The center console power outlet is powered directly fromthe battery (power available at al

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

CAUTION!•Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery, even when not inuse (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually,

Rear Seat CupholdersCupholders for the rear seat occupants are located in thearmrests. Each cupholder is capable of holding up to a20 oz. (.5 L) bottl

STORAGEGlove Box Storage CompartmentThe glove box storage compartment is located on theright side of the instrument panel. To open the glove box,pull

Two separate storage compartments are also locatedunderneath the armrest.The top compartment holds small items, such as a penand note pad, while the l

3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within15 seconds. After ten seconds, a chime w

NOTE:•A notch in the front of the console base allows for useof a cellular phone while it is plugged into the poweroutlet with the armrest latched dow

WARNING!•Be certain that the seatback is securely locked intoposition. If the seatback in not securely lockedinto position, the seat will not provide

Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of theseatback. This could impair visibility or become a dan-gerous projectile in a sudden stop or co

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

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instrument Panel Features ... 197䡵 Instrument Cluster ... 198䡵 Instrument Cl

▫ Personal Settings (Customer-ProgrammableFeatures) ... 224䡵 Setting The Analog Clock ... 226䡵 Media Center 230 (R

▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ... 255䡵 Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio(Sales Code RES+RSC)... 256▫ Operating Instru

䡵 Climate Controls ... 281▫ Manual Heating And Air Conditioning ... 281▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —If Equipped ...

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES1 — Air Outlet 6 — Radio 11 — Storage Compartment2 — Side Window Demister Outlet 7 — Passenger Airbag 12 — Climate Control3 —

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADAWith respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name ChryslerGroup LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name ChryslerCana

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPEDThe Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors and trunkfor unauthorized entry and ignition switch for unauthor-ize

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS1. Temperature GaugeThe temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-ture. Any reading below the red mark of the gaug

5. Low Fuel LightWhen the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0 gal-lons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and asingle chime will sound.NOTE: T

flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “OccupantRestraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting YourVehicle” for further information.9. Oil Pressure

11. Brake Warning LightThis light monitors various brake functions,including brake fluid level and parking brakeapplication. If the brake light turns

off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault isdetected. If the light does not illuminate, have the lightinspected by an authorized dealer

The two trip odometers show individual trip mileage. Toswitch from odometer to trip odometers, press andrelease the Trip Odometer button. To reset a t

Refer to “Convertible Top Operation” in “UnderstandingThe Features Of Your Vehicle” for a table that explainshow long each message is displayed and th

means the engine oil change interval may fluctuatedependent upon your personal driving style.Unless reset, this message will continue to display eacht

17. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator LightThis light informs you of a problem with theElectronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If aproblem

NOTE:•During the 16-second arming period, if a door isopened or the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN,the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically

21. Front Fog Light Indicator — If EquippedThis indicator will illuminate when the front foglights are on.22. Vehicle Security Light — If EquippedThis

engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction In-dicator Light” comes on continuously with the enginerunning, a malfunction has been detected in

Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi-nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon aspossible, and inflate them to the proper

CAUTION!The TPMS has been optimized for the originalequipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures andwarning have been established for the tire sizeequip

WARNING!A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referencedabove, can reach higher temperatures than in normaloperating conditions. This can cause a f

29. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)Display — If EquippedThis display shows the EVIC messages when the appro-priate conditions exist. Refe

RESET ButtonTo reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to theON position, then press and hold the RESET buttonlocated on the steering wheel.

The EVIC consists of the following:•Compass Heading Display (N, S, E, W, NE, NW, SE,SW)•Mileage (Avg/MPG)•Miles To Empty•Low Tire Information (Tire Pr

Press and release the MENU button to advancethe display to each of the EVIC Main Menufeatures. Upon reaching the last item in theMain Menu the EVIC wi

•Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a singlechime)•RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Battery Low (with asingle chime)•Personal Settings Not Avail – Vehicl

Tamper AlertIf the alarm was triggered, but the warning signals havetimed out, the park and taillights flash three times, andthe horn will chirp three

•Low Tire (with a graphic of the car showing whichtire(s) is/are low - with a single chime). Refer to ⬙TirePressure Monitoring System⬙ in ⬙Starting an

item in the list will cause the first item in the feature listto be displayed. The following features are in the Mainmenu:•Compass, Outside Temperatur

EVIC will flash the “CAL” indicator until the compass iscalibrated. You may calibrate the compass by completingone or more 360–degree turns (in an are

set, the compass will automatically compensate for thedifferences and provide the most accurate compass head-ing.NOTE: Magnetic and battery powered de

3. Press and release the DOWN button until “CompassVariance” and the current Variance Value displays in theEVIC.4. Press and release the SELECT button

Tire PSIPress and release the MENU button until ⬙Tire PSI⬙ isdisplayed.Tire pressure information is displayed as follows:•If tire pressure is OK for a

System StatusDisplays SYSTEM OK if there are no active WarningMessages stored. Pressing and releasing the DOWNbutton when SYSTEM OK is displayed will

Door 1st Press is selected, you must press the RKEtransmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passen-ger’s doors. When All Doors 1st Press is select

NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytimecauses the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase thebrightness, refer to “Lights” in “Understa

MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREORADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER(MP3/WMA AUX JACK)NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower rightside of

•Inserting the key into the ignition switch disables allbuttons on the RKE transmitter.To Unlock The DoorsPress and release the UNLOCK button on the R

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

Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If EquippedPress this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature(if equipped). Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in theUcon

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

or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within fiveseconds will allow the program format type to be se-lected. Many radio stations do not currently br

Program Type16-Digit CharacterDisplayTop 40 Top 40Weather WeatherBy pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type iconis displayed, the radio will be t

•Audio Stream – Repeatedly pressing SELECT willswitch to different audio languages (if supported onthe disc) (if equipped).•Angle – Repeatedly pressin

Enter the four-digit country code using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select thenumber and then push to select.Audio Language

NOTE: The user will have to set these defaults beforeloading a disc. If changes are made to these settings aftera disc is loaded, changes will not be

Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD andMP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)The radio DVD player and many DVD discs are coded bygeographic region. The

Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s)Press the EJECT button and the pushbuttonwith the corresponding number (1-6) where theCD was loaded and the dis

•For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform thefollowing procedure:1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmedRKE transmitter for at least

Notes On Playing MP3/WMA FilesThe radio can play MP3/WMA files; however, acceptableMP3/WMA file recording media and formats are limited.When writing M

If a disc contains multi-formats, such as CD audio andMP3/WMA tracks, the radio will only play the MP3/WMA tracks on that disc.Supported MP3/WMA File

Playback of MP3/WMA FilesWhen a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded,the radio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of fold

Press and hold the INFO button again for three secondsto return to ⬙elapsed time⬙ display.Operation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeThe auxiliary (AUX) j

Operating Instructions — Voice Command System(If Equipped)For the radio, Refer to “Voice Command” in theUconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for f

sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil-dren, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.NOTE: Sirius service is not availabl

Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) ModePress the SAT button until ⬙SAT⬙ appears in the display. ACD may remain in the radio while in the Satel

SCAN ButtonPressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search forthe next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con-tinuing to the next. To stop

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

Refer to your Uconnect™ Multimedia RHR, RER, RBZ orRHB user’s manual for detailed operating instructions.Operating Instructions (Voice Command System)

•For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform thefollowing procedure:1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmedRKE transmitter for at lea

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

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

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

Inserting Compact Disc(s)Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CDlabel facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled intothe CD player and

SEEK ButtonPress the right SEEK button for the next selection on theCD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginningof the current selection,

Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.Whe

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

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

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

to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radiowill remain tuned to the new station until you makeanother selection. Holding either button will

Sound Horn With LockThis feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doorsare locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can beturned on or off.

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

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

Program Type16-Digit CharacterDisplayClassic Rock Cls RockCollege CollegeCountry CountryForeign Language LanguageInformation InformJazz JazzNews NewsN

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

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

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

SET/RND Button (Random Play Button)Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the selections on thecompact d

exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in thisdisplay.)•Maximum number of characters in fil

MPEGSpecificationSamplingFrequency (kHz)Bit Rate (kbps)MPEG-2 AudioLayer 324, 22.05, 16160, 128, 144,112, 96, 80, 64,56, 48, 40, 32, 24,16, 8ID3 Tag i

begin playing the files contained in that folder (or thenext folder in sequence if the selection does not containplayable files).The folder list will

To Unlatch The TrunkPress the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter twotimes to unlatch the trunk.Using The Panic AlarmTo turn the Panic Alarm feature o

Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — IfEquippedSatellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast-ing technology to provide clear digital

Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID numberdisplay will time out in two minutes. Press any button onthe radio to exit this screen.Selecting Uc

SEEK ButtonsPress and release the SEEK buttons to search for the nextchannel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seekup and the left switch t

By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Typefunction is active, the radio will be tuned to the nextchannel with the same selected Music Type name.I

Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (IfEquipped)Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in “Understanding TheFeatures Of Your Vehicle”.iPod姞/USB/MP3 CONTROL —

Once the audio device is connected and synchronized tothe vehicle’s iPod威/USB/MP3 control system (iPod威 orexternal USB device may take a few minutes t

Controlling The iPod姞 Or External USB DeviceUsing Radio ButtonsTo get into the iPod威/USB/MP3 control mode and accessa connected audio device, either p

•Use the << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons to jump to theprevious or next track. Pressing the SEEK >> buttonduring play mode will jump to

List Or Browse ModeDuring Play mode, pressing any of the buttons describedbelow, will bring up List mode. List mode enablesscrolling through the list

•Pressing a PRESET button will display the currentlist on the top line and the first item in that list onthe second line.•To exit List mode without se

1. With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use aflat blade tool to pry the two halves of the RKE transmit-ter apart. Make sure not to damage the

Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to theUconnect™ phone system.Controlling BTSA Using Radio ButtonsTo get

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IFEQUIPPEDThe remote sound system controls are located on the rearsurface of the steering wheel, at the three and nine

The button located in the center of the left-hand switchwill tune to the next preset station that you have pro-grammed in the radio preset pushbutton.

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

Blower ControlRotate this control to regulate theamount of air forced through the venti-lation system in any mode. The blowerspeed increases as you mo

PanelAir is directed through the outlets in the instrumentpanel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow.NOTE: The center instrument panel out

Conditioning (A/C) button is not pressed. This dehu-midifies the air to help dry the windshield. To improvefuel economy, use these modes only when nec

Air Conditioning ControlPress this button to engage the AirConditioning. A light will illuminatewhen the Air Conditioning system isengaged. Rotating t

Operation of the system is quite simple.1. Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and theBlower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO.NOTE: The AUTO p

•While operating in AUTO, the system will not auto-matically sense the presence of fog, mist or ice on thewindshield. The defrost mode must be manuall

If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normaldistance, check for these two conditions:1. Weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected li

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

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

•Extended use of recirculation may cause the windowsto fog. If the interior of the windows begins to fog,press the Recirculation button to return to o

Summer OperationThe engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehiclesmust be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolantto provide proper corrosi

Side Window DemistersA side window demister outlet is located at each end ofthe instrument panel. These non-adjustable outlets directair toward the si

Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ... 299▫ Normal Starting ... 299▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –

▫ Traction ... 314䡵 Driving Through Water ... 314▫ Flowing/Rising Water ... 314▫ Shallow Standing

▫ Full Size Spare – If Equipped ... 343▫ Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped ... 343▫ Tire Spinning ... 344▫ Tread Wear

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

•System not disabled from previous remote start event•Vehicle theft alarm not activeWARNING!•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage orconfin

▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible FuelVehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles ... 364▫ Starting ... 364▫ Cruising Range

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt.Make sure all occu

Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or ⫺29°C)To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use ofan externally powered electric engine block heater

release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motorwill disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once thisoccurs, release the accelerator pedal

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCAUTION!Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed:•Shift into PARK only after the vehi

WARNING! (Continued)•Unintended movement of a vehicle could injurethose in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,you should never exit a vehicle

Brake/Transmission Interlock SystemThis vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission ShiftInterlock (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the PARKposi

Gear RangesDO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK orNEUTRAL into another gear range.PARKThis range supplements the parking brake by locking th

WARNING!•Never use the PARK position as a substitute forthe parking brake. Always apply the parkingbrake fully when parked to guard against vehiclemov

WARNING! (Continued)•Unintended movement of a vehicle could injurethose in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,you should never exit a vehicle w

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

CAUTION!•Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, youmust turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFFposition to the ON/RUN position, and also presst

CAUTION!Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any otherreason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can resultin severe transmission damage. Refer t

limited to third gear only. Normal operation will resumeonce the transmission temperature has risen to a suitablelevel.Transmission Limp Home ModeTran

Override OperationThe automatic transmission includes an electronicallycontrolled Overdrive (sixth gear). The transmission willautomatically shift int

vehicle. AutoStick威 allows you to maximize engine brak-ing, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, andimprove overall vehicle performance. Thi

•The transmission will automatically shift up whenmaximum engine speed is reached while AutoStick威 isengaged.•Transmission shifting will be more notic

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

Shallow Standing WaterAlthough your vehicle is capable of driving throughshallow standing water, consider the following Cautionand Warning before doin

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

•Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer-ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time.This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the

NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the systemwill disable the one-time press of the remote start buttonfor two seconds after receiving a valid r

WARNING!Fluid level should be checked on a level surface andwith the engine off to prevent injury from movingparts and to ensure accurate fluid level

When the parking brake is applied with the ignitionswitch ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrumentcluster will illuminate.NOTE:•When the parkin

WARNING! (Continued)•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or withaccess to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing childrento be in a vehicle unattended is

WARNING!•Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminishtheir effectiveness and may lead to a collision.Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just

If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” is on, the brakesystem should be serviced as soon as possible to restorethe benefits of anti-lock brakes. If th

WARNING!The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticatedelectronic equipment that may be susceptible tointerference caused by improperly installed or

brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more enginetorque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.This feature remains active even if TCS

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)This system enhances directional control and stability ofthe vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor-rects

ESC Operating ModesAll ESC equipped vehicles can choose the following ESCoperating modes:ESC OnThis is the normal operating mode for ESC. Wheneverthe

To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off”switch. This will restore the normal “ESC On” mode ofoperation.WARNING!In partial ESC mode, the e

WARNING!•For personal security and safety in the event of anaccident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive aswell as when you park and leave the vehicl

Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac-celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as littlethrottle as possible. Be sure to adap

NOTE:•P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P”molded into the sidewall preceding the si

Tire Sizing ChartEXAMPLE:Size Designation:P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standardsⴖ...blank...ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on Euro

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

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

Tire Terminology And DefinitionsTerm DefinitionB-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body lo-cated behind the front door.Cold

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

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

4. The resulting figure equals the available amount ofcargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX”amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there

5STARTING AND OPERATING 337

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

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

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

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

Tire Pressures For High Speed OperationThe manufacturer advocates driving at safe speedswithin posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi-tions

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

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

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

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

Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as littleexposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contactwith oil, grease, and gasoline.Repla

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

3. Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock thedoors.4. A single chime will indicate the completion of theprogramming.NOTE: This feature will not

SNOW TIRESSome areas of the country require the use of snow tiresduring the winter. All season tires can be identified by theM+S designation on the ti

The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross”shown in the following diagram. This rotation patterndoes not apply to some directional tires tha

The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tirepressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressurewarning limit for any reason, including low

CAUTION!•The TPMS has been optimized for the originalequipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures andwarning have been established for the tire sizeequi

•Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure,and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure inthe tire.Base SystemThe Tire Pressure Mon

sound a chime. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequencewill repeat, providing the system fault still exists. The“Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale

5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, andreinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare,the TPMS will update automatically

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will displaya graphic showing the pressure values of each tire withthe low tire pressure values flashing.

4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.The EVIC will also display a ⬙CHECK TPM SYSTEM⬙message for a m

and the EVIC will display a ⬙CHECK TPM SYSTEM⬙message for a minimum of five seconds and then displaydashes (- -) in place of the pressure value.5. Onc

NOTE:•If a fluttering noise is heard from the rear seat beltswhile driving with the windows down, safely bringthe vehicle to a stop and buckle the rea

Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful toyour engine. However, continued heavy spark knock athigh speeds can cause damage and immediate

CAUTION!DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso-line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of theseblends may result in starting and driveabil

MMT In GasolineMMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that isblended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasolineblended with MMT provides

CAUTION! (Continued)•An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignitionmalfunctions can cause the catalytic converter tooverheat. If you notice a punge

WARNING! (Continued)•Guard against carbon monoxide with propermaintenance. Have the exhaust system inspectedevery time the vehicle is raised. Have any

CAUTION!Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label canoperate on E-85.Ethanol Fuel (E-85)E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol a

NOTE:•When the ambient temperature is above 90° F (32° C),you may experience hard starting and rough idlefollowing start up even if the above recommen

Cruising RangeBecause E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/literthan gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuelconsumption. You can expect

ADDING FUELFuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rearquarter panel of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost o

NOTE: If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure thereplacement cap is for use with this vehicle.CAUTION!•Damage to the fuel system or emission contro

will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switchis turned to the LOCK position. Opening either door willcancel this feature.For vehicles eq

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

•Name of manufacturer•Month and year of manufacture•Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)•Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front•Gross Axle Weight Rating

The best way to figure out the total weight of yourvehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready foroperation. Weigh it on a commercial sca

Common Towing DefinitionsThe following trailer towing related definitions will assistyou in understanding the following information:Gross Vehicle Weig

Trailer Tongue Weight (TW)The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on thehitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be lessthan or

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

CAUTION!Towing a trailer with a larger than recommendedfrontal area could cause the engine to overheat orcause severe engine damage under extreme cond

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

WARNING!Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow theseguidelines to make your trailer towing as safe aspossible:•Make certain that the load is

WARNING! (Continued)3. GAWR4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitchutilized (This requirement may limit the ability toalways achieve 10%

Window Lockout SwitchThe window lockout switch on the driver’s door trimpanel allows you to disable the window control on thepassenger door. To disabl

•An electronically actuated trailer brake controller isrequired when towing a trailer with electronicallyactuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipp

Towing TipsBefore setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping,and backing the trailer in an area located away fromheavy traffic.Make sure all tr

Cooling SystemTo reduce potential for engine and transmission over-heating, take the following actions:•City DrivingWhen stopped for short periods of

Recreational Towing – All ModelsRecreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheelsare OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using atow dolly o

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 385䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ... 385▫ Engine Oil Overheating

䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle ... 403▫ Automatic Transmission (4-Speed, And6-Speed 62TE) ... 404▫ Without The Ignition K

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

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

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

If the buffeting occurs with one window open, then openboth windows together to minimize the buffeting.TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASETo unlatch the trunk lid

Spare Tire RemovalLift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down.Preparations For Jacking1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ic

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

WARNING! (Continued)•Only use the jack in the positions indicated andfor lifting this vehicle during a tire change.•If working on or near a roadway, b

2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turningthem to the left one turn while the wheel is still on theground.CAUTION!Do not attempt to raise

4. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can beplaced under the jacking location. Once the jack ispositioned, turn the jack screw to the righ

CAUTION!Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stemfacing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if thespare tire is mounted incorrectly.WARNIN

9. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it isfree. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly andstow it in the spare tire area. Secur

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

6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on thewrench while at the end of the handle for increasedleverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern

5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with atorque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properlyseated against the wheel.JUMP-STARTINGI

TRUNK SAFETY WARNINGWARNING!Do not allow children to have access to the trunk,either by climbing into the trunk from outside, orthrough the inside of

Preparations For Jump-StartThe battery in your vehicle is located between the leftfront headlight assembly and the left front wheel splashshield. To a

3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive(+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the lockingtab and pull upward on the cover.4. If

1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to theremote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.2. Connect the opposite end of the positi

10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi-tive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle.If frequent jump-starting is required to start

CAUTION!•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be-tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin thewheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetraindamage

3. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position withoutstarting the engine.4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.5. Insert a screwdriver

mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device tomain structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpersor associated brackets. State and local law

•The towing distance must not exceed 15 mi (24 km).•The towing speed must not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).If the transmission is not operable, or the vehi

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... 409䡵 Engine Compartment — 3.6L ... 410䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System

•Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passen-ger•Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) locatedon top of the front seats (integrated into t

▫ Exhaust System ... 425▫ Cooling System ... 428▫ Brake System ... 433▫ Automatic Transmission

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill3 — Automatic Transm

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Air Cleaner Filter2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick3 — Brake Fluid

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

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

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

your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals beforeattempting any procedure yourself.NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions controlsystems may voi

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

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

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

Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize therisk of harm from a deploying air bag:1. Children 12 years old and under should always ridebuck

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

Engine Air Cleaner FilterWARNING!The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) canprovide a measure of protection in the case of enginebackfire.

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

CAUTION!Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioningsystem as the chemicals can damage your air condi-tioning components. Such damage is not c

A/C Air Filter – If EquippedRefer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the propermaintenance intervals.WARNING!Do not remove the A/C Air Filter while the

6. Remove the A/C Air Filter by pulling it straight out ofthe housing.7. Install the A/C Air Filter with the arrow on the filterpointing toward the fl

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

Adding Washer FluidThe fluid reservoir for the windshield washers is locatedin the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluidlevel in the reservoi

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

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

4. Do not lean against the door or window. If yourvehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, theside air bags will inflate forcefully into the

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

Selection Of CoolantUse only the manufacturer’s recommended coolant. Re-fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-taining Your Vehicle”

Please review these recommendations for using HybridOrganic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant(antifreeze). When adding engine coolant (antifre

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

The radiator normally remains completely full, so there isno need to remove the radiator cap unless checking forengine coolant (antifreeze) freeze poi

•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recoverybottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed.•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your veh

Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removingthe cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level upto the requirements described on

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

Selection Of LubricantIt is important that the proper lubricant is used in thetransmission to assure optimum transmission performance.Use only the man

Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore thetransmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer cancheck your transmission fluid level

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

•Salt in the air near seacoast localities.•Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.Washing•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-hicle in

•It is important that the drain holes in the lower edgesof the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clearand open.•If you detect any stone chips or

CAUTION!Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. Theseproducts may damage the wheel’s protect

•For grease stains, apply MOPAR威 Multi-PurposeCleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth andremove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to removesoap

WARNING!Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.Many are potentially flammable, and if used inclosed areas they may cause respiratory harm.

Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if thebuckles do not work properly.Cleaning Center Console CupholdersRemovalGrab the rubber portion

Immediate removal of any contaminant is recommended.Regular washing of the top will enhance its life andappearance, and make successive cleanings easi

Scrub in all directions, covering an area of about twosquare feet at a time. Avoid heavy scrubbing. Rinse theentire vehicle with water to remove all s

FUSESIntegrated Power ModuleThe Integrated Power Module is located in the enginecompartment near the air cleaner assembly. This centercontains cartrid

CavityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description8—30 AmpGreenIgnition Off Draw(IOD) Sense 2940 AmpGreenBattery Feed –Power Seats – IfEquipped/PZEVAir Pump – I

WARNING! (Continued)•Wearing your belt in the wrong place could makeyour injuries in an accident much worse. Youmight suffer internal injuries, or you

CavityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description21 —10 AmpRedSiren – If Equipped22 —10 AmpRedIgnition Run –Climate Controls/Hot Cupholder –If Equipped23 —15 A

CavityCartridgeFuseMini Fuse Description31 — — Spare3230 AmpPink—Auto Shutdown(ASD) Relay 133 —10 AmpRedSwitch Bank/Diagnostic LinkConnector/Powertrai

CAUTION!•When installing the Integrated Power Modulecover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to d

REPLACEMENT BULBSAll the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should notbe used for replacement.LIGHT B

2. Reach into engine compartment and from behind thelamp assembly and grasp the connector.3. Rotate bulb and connector one-quarter turn and pulloutwar

4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb.5. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface,clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.6. R

1. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turncounterclockwise and remove it from the fog lamp hous-ing.2. Remove the bulb from the connec

NOTE: Placing a small flat head screwdriver or similartool between the lamp outboard ball stud and plasticgrommet from inside the trunk can help to di

License Plate Lamp1. Using a small screwdriver, press inward the lockingtab on the side of the lamp assembly and pull down onthe lamp assembly for rem

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

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

ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartAutomatic TransmissionMOPAR威 ATF+4威 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensedATF+4威 produc

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Maintenance Schedule ... 460 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ... 4628MAINTENANCESCHEDULES

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

oil if it has been six months since your last oil change,even if the oil change indicator message is NOTilluminated.•Change your engine oil more often

•Check all lights and other electrical items for correctoperation.At Each Oil Change•Change the engine oil filter.•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.C

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

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

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

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

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

WARNING! (Continued)•A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous.Your body could strike the inside surfaces of thevehicle in an accident, increasi

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ... 475▫ Prepare For The Appoint

䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades ... 480▫ Treadwear ... 481▫ Traction Grades ...

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

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

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

WARNING!•A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk ofinternal injury in an accident. The belt forceswon’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones,

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

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

vehicle, system, and/or components is written instraightforward language with illustrations, diagrams,and charts.•Diagnostic Procedure ManualsDiagnost

in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires onyour vehicle.All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safetyrequirements in addition t

grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which allpassenger car tires must meet under the Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B

INDEX10

About Your Brakes ...318ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ...320Accessory Delay, Power ... 12Adding Engine

Automatic Headlights ... 159Automatic Oil Change Indicator ... 205,218Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ... 285Automat

Caps, FillerFuel ...366Oil (Engine) ...409,417Power Steering ...317Radiator (Coolant P

Convertible ... 89Convertible Top ...89Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...430Cooling Syste

Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureUse the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/shoulder belt.1. Position the latch plate as close as possi

Door Locks, Automatic ...32Door Opener, Garage ...172Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ... 152DrivingOn Slip

Oil Filter ...418Oil Filter Disposal ...418Oil Selection ...416,456Oil Synthetic ...

Fluid Capacities ...456Fluid Leaks ...84Fluid Level ChecksAutomatic Transmission ...436Br

GaugesCoolant Temperature ... 199Fuel ...199Odometer ... 203Tachometer ...

HitchesTrailer Towing ... 372Holder, Cup ...184HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 172Hood Prop

Lane Change and Turn Signals ...162,207,454Lane Change Assist ...162Lap/Shoulder Belts ...42LATCH (Lower

Lights On Reminder ...159Low Fuel ... 200Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...211Map Reading ...

Master Cylinder (Brakes) ... 433Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...152Methanol ...358Mini-Trip Compute

Materials Added to ... 418Recommendation ... 416,456Synthetic ...418Viscosity ...

Radial Ply Tires ... 341Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...430Radio Operation ... 281Radio Remot

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

out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort-ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide thelatch plate into the buckle until you hear a

Satellite Radio Antenna ...244,269Schedule, Maintenance ... 460Seat Belt Maintenance ... 442Seat Belt

Side View Mirror Adjustment ...109Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) ... 293Signals, Turn ...83,162,454Slippery

Tilt Steering Column ... 168Time Delay, Headlight ... 159Tip Start ...299Tire and Loadin

Recreational ...380Weight ...373Towing Assistance ...125Traction ...

Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 272Universal Transmitter ...172Unleaded Gasoline ...357Untwis

Windstop ... 98Folding ... 98Wiper Blade Replacement ... 424Wiper, Delay ...

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

Chrysler Group LLC12C27-126-AC 3rd Edition

WARNING!•The belt and retractor assembly must be replacedif the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re-tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt f

NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seatbelt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must beworn snugly and positioned properly

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

1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat.2. Position the hands on the top of the deployed AHR ata comfortable position.3. Pull down then rearward

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

Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System(BeltAlert姞)BeltAlert威 is a feature intended to remind the driver andfront passenger (if equipped with front pas

NOTE: Although BeltAlert威 has been deactivated, theSeat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminatewhile the driver’s or front passenger (if equip

Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. Thepassenger’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in theinstrument panel, above the glove compartme

This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhancedprotection for an occupant during a side impact. TheSAB

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

The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during animpact that requires air bag deployment. This low outputis used in less severe collisions.

When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between thefront and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bagdeploys independently; a left side impact

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

The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts ofthe air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in theSTART or ON/RUN position. If the key

When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad-vanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A largequantity of non-toxic gas is generated

Front And Side Impact SensorsIn front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the ORCin determining appropriate response to impact events.Enhanced Ac

•As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-likeparticles. The particles are a normal by-product of theprocess that generates the non-toxic gas u

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

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

•How various systems in your vehicle were operating;•Whether or not the driver and passenger safety beltswere buckled/fastened;•How far (if at all) th

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WARNING!In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby,can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The forcerequired to hold even an infant o

held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or theLATCH child restraint anchor system. Refer to “LowerAnchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”.WARNIN

Children Too Large For Booster SeatsChildren who are large enough to wear the shoulder beltcomfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bendover the

Here are some tips on getting the most out of your childrestraint:•Children who are large enough to wear the shoulderbelt comfortably, and whose legs

Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor-age system called LATCH. The LATCH system provid

Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced topassenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, childrestraint systems having attachments for

Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child RestraintSystemWe urge you to carefully follow the directions of themanufacturer when installing your child rest

the access cover on the carpet covering the back of theseat and attach the tether strap hook to the anchor. Becareful to route the tether strap to pro

ratcheting noise if you extract the entire belt from theretractor and then allow the belt to retract into theretractor. For additional information on

•If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling andpushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnectthe latch plate from the buckle, turn the

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

4. Open the access cover (C) on the carpet covering theback of the seat and attach the tether strap hook (D) to theanchor.5. Remove slack in the tethe

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONSA long break-in period is not required for the engine anddrivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.Drive moder

WARNING!•Do not leave children or animals inside parkedvehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up maycause serious injury or death.•It is extreme

WARNING! (Continued)•If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with theengine running, adjust your heating or coolingcontrols to force outside air

DefrosterCheck operation by selecting the defrost mode and placethe blower control on high speed. You should be able tofeel the air directed against t

WARNING! (Continued)•Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Al-ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats thathave been removed for cleaning.•A

Fluid LeaksCheck area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasolinefumes are detected or

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Convertible Top Operation ... 89▫ Power Convertible Top Usage Precautions ... 90▫ Ca

䡵 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped ...111▫ Operation ... 113▫ Phone Call Features ... 121▫ Uconnect™ Phone F

▫ Headlights With Wipers (Available WithAutomatic Headlights Only) ... 159▫ Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped ... 159▫ Instrument Panel D

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

䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ... 172▫ Before You Begin ProgrammingHomeLink威 ... 173▫ Programming A Rolling Code ...

CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATIONCAUTION!Failure to follow these cautions may cause interiorwater damage, stains or mildew on the top material:•Avoid high-pre

When operating the power convertible top, the trunk lidwill pivot at the rear of the vehicle, swing open by therear window, and then pivot backward. T

•Opening and closing the top consecutively without theengine running may run the battery down.•If a fluttering noise is heard from the rear seat belts

CAUTION! (Continued)•Never attempt to lower a frozen convertible top.Wait until the top is thawed before lowering it intothe stowage compartment. Lowe

CAUTION! (Continued)•Always close the top when leaving your vehicle soas not to leave the interior exposed to potentiallydamaging outdoor conditions.•

WARNING! (Continued)•When using the power top switch on the instru-ment panel, if potential danger exists while low-ering the top, release the switch

Positioning The Cargo Shield For Cargo StorageTo maximize the storage space in the trunk, the cargoshield can be stowed in the forward portion of the

Power Convertible Top ControlsThe power top switch is located on the front of the centerconsole.There is also a power top button on the Remote Keyless

Using The Remote Keyless Entry TransmitterNOTE: Steps1–3must be performed within fiveseconds.1. Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKEtransmit