Chrysler 2009 PT Cruiser - Owner Manual User Manual

PT CRUISER2009 OWNER’S MANUAL

Barge In - Overriding PromptsThe “Voice Recognition” button can be used when youwish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voicerecognition command

NOTE: Certain brands of cellular phones do not sendthe dial ring to the uconnect威 phone to play it on thevehicle audio system, so you will not hear it

List Paired Cellular Phone Names•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say“Setup Phone Pairing.”•When prom

Delete uconnect威 phone Paired Cellular Phones•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Setup Phone Pairin

This procedure may be repeated with a new user. Thesystem will adapt to the last trained voice only.To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory

•It is not recommended to store similar soundingnames in the uconnect威 phonebook.•Phonebook (Downloaded and uconnect威 phone Local)name recognition rat

•Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudnessto a large degree rely on the phone and network, andnot the uconnect威 phone.•Echo at the far en

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

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

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

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

Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on theseat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched.WARNING!•Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is mo

This seat also has a manual recline lever located just tothe rear of the power seat switch. To recline, lean forwardslightly before lifting the lever,

Folding Front Passenger Seat — If EquippedThe passenger front seat may be folded fully forward toprovide additional cargo space.To fold the seat forwa

Adjustable Head RestraintsHead restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of a rear impact. Adjust the height of a headrestraint to

WARNING!•Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use

Folding Rear SeatTo provide additional storage area, each rear seatback canbe folded forward. To fold down either seatback, pushthe button that is loc

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not allow people to ride in any area of yourvehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts.•Be sure that everyone in yo

䡵 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ... 20▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ... 21▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ... 22▫ To Turn O

Tumbling Rear SeatTo provide additional storage in the cargo area, each rearseat can be tumbled forward.CAUTION!It is important that the front seats b

3. Attach the tether, located at the base of the seatcushion, onto the hook bar on the center trim panel tohold the seat in place.To return the rear s

When returning the seatback to its upright position,make sure that the seat latches are engaged. You shouldnot be able to fold the seatback forward an

2. Pull the release lever located on the outboard side ofthe seat. Lift up the seat and tumble the seat forward.3. Lift up the release levers to disen

To reinstall the rear seat, insert the seat into the floorattachments. Lower the release levers of the seat to latchthe front floor attachments and ro

seatback can be unlatched by pulling down on theglow-in-the-dark lever attached to the left rear seatbacklatching mechanism.Once unlatched the seatbac

1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left sideof the instrument panel.2. Move the safety latch, located under the front edge ofthe hood, s

CAUTION!To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi-mately 8 in (20 cm) and then drop it. Thi

NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch ispressed a second time, so be sure they have been turnedoff before leaving the vehicle. These lights

To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,rotate the center portion of the multifunction lever up ordown.Daytime Running Lights (DRL) —

▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ... 45▫ Driver And Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) - Airbag ... 45▫ Child Restraints

Fog Lights — If EquippedThe front fog light switch is on the multifunctionlever. To activate the front fog lights, turn on theparking lights or the lo

If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is avery fast flash rate, check for a defective outside lightbulb. If an indicator fails to li

Flash-to-PassYou can signal another vehicle with your headlights bylightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-ing wheel. This will turn

Intermittent Wiper SystemThe intermittent feature of this system was designed foruse when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle,with a variabl

Windshield WashersTo use the washer, pull the control lever toward you andhold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while inthe delay range,

WARNING!Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-umn, you could lose control of the vehicle

To ActivatePush the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in theinstrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off,push the ON/OFF button a seco

To Vary the Speed SettingWhen the Electronic Speed Control is ON, speed can beincreased by pulling up and holding RESUME ACCEL.Release the lever when

To Accelerate for PassingDepress the accelerator as you would normally. When thepedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.Using Elec

NOTE: HomeLink威 is disabled when the Vehicle Secu-rity Alarm is active.WARNING!•Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are training

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

Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garagewhen programming.Begin Programming1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.2. Hold the ba

If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming iscomplete and the garage door (or device) should activatewhen the HomeLink威 button is pressed

6. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Training”button. The name and color of the button may vary bymanufacturer.NOTE: There are 30 seconds in wh

Gate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingCanadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig-nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans-miss

Troubleshooting TipsIf you are having trouble programming HomeLink威, hereare some of the most common solutions:•Replace the battery in the original tr

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPEDThe power sunroof switch is located in the reading lamp.Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position, pressand hold the

To close the sunroof, hold the switch in the forwardposition. Again, any release of the switch will stop themovement and the sunroof will remain in a

together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurswith the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening tominimize the buffeting or open any wind

There is one optional power outlet located in the rightrear cargo area.The rear power outlet is powered directly by the battery.As an option, fuse #11

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

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

and other miscellaneous items. Push the lower button onthe front of the armrest, and raise the armrest for accessto the lower storage bin. The lower s

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

Position 1 (Top)Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel intothe top guides and slide forward. Press down on the backof the shelf panel to

WARNING!Do not load objects over 100 lbs (45 kg) in position 2(middle). Failure to follow this warning could causethe shelf to collapse resulting in p

Position 4 (Vertical)Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel intothe vertical guides behind the rear seatbacks near thefloor and slide do

2. Twist the knob on the underside of the panel andlower the shelf leg.3. Install the shelf leg into the liftgate latch area aslabeled on the rear scu

REAR WINDOW FEATURESRear Window DefrosterThe rear window defroster button is located on thecenter of the instrument panel, below the radio.Press this

Rear Wiper/Washer Switch — If EquippedA switch on the right side of the steering column controlsoperation of the Rear Wiper/Washer function. Rotatingt

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instrument Panel Features ... 160䡵 Instrument Cluster — Base ... 161䡵 Instrument

CAUTION!An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves.Always remove the key from the ignition and lock alldoors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

䡵 Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) RadioWith Optional uconnect威 studios (SatelliteRadio), uconnect威 phone, And VideoEntertainment Systems (VES)™ Cap

▫ Electronic Serial Number/SiriusIdentification Number (ESN/SID) ... 209▫ Selecting uconnect威 studios (Satellite) ModeIn REF, And RAQ, Radios ..

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES1 — Air Vent 5 — Radio 9 — TRAC Off 13 — Hazard Lights2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Assist Handle 10 — Climate Controls 14 — Rea

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — TURBO4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS1. Fuel GaugeWhen the ignition switch is in the ON position, thepointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fu

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

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has beenequipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale w

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

To Release the Steering Wheel LockInsert the key in the ignition switch and start the engine.If the key is difficult to turn, move the wheel slightly

GASCAPIf the vehicle diagnostic system detects a leak or changein the evaporative system, or the fuel filler cap is loose,improperly installed, or dam

11. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset ButtonPress this button to change the display from odometer toeither of the two trip odometer settings. Trip A or Tri

If the light remains on when the parking brake has beendisengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on themaster cylinder reservoir, it indicat

Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked byturning the ignition switch from the OFF position to theON position. The light should illuminate

normal, turn the engine off immediately and call forservice. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in Section 6for more information.18. Low Fuel LightWh

22. Oil Pressure Warning LightThis light indicates low engine oil pressure. Thelight should turn on momentarily when the engineis started. If the ligh

exist, this display shows the EVIC messages. Refer to“Electronic Vehicle Information Center” in this section.On vehicles equipped with Compass Mini-Tr

Compass/Temperature DisplayCompass VarianceCompass Variance is the difference between MagneticNorth and Geographic North. To ensure compass accu-racy,

the zone, press and release the RESET button to incre-ment the variance one step. Repeat as necessary, until thedesired variance is achieved.NOTE: Zon

3. Release the RESET button, then press and hold again(approximately 10 seconds), until the direction is dis-played with the CAL indicator on continuo

Keep in mind that an unprogrammed key is also consid-ered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition lockcylinder for that vehicle.If the Ve

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER(EVIC) – IF EQUIPPEDEVIC OperationNOTE: The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating,eliminating the need to m

When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displaysthe following messages:•Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime)•Left Front Turn Signa

•Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)•Personal SettingsTo Reset the DisplayPressing and holding the EVIC button once will clear theresettable function currentl

history information will be erased, and the averaging willcontinue from where it was before the reset.Distance To Empty (DTE)Shows the estimated dista

Press and release the EVIC button until “Personal Set-tings” is displayed in the EVIC.Use the EVIC button to display one of the followingchoices:Langu

Remote Unlock All Doors is selected, all doors willunlock at the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCKbutton. Press and hold the EVIC button when

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

•Keep all magnetic objects, such as laptop computers,iPod’s, cell phones and PDA’s (anything with a bat-tery) away from the compass sensor which is lo

differences, the variance should be set for the zone wherethe vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once properlyset, the compass will automatically co

5. Press and release the EVIC button to exit.SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCKTo set the analog clock at the top center of the instrumentpanel, press and hold

At the time of purchase, the original owner is providedwith a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).This PIN is required for replacement of

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

will return. Rotating the volume control, turning theradio ON/OFF, or turning OFF the ignition will alsoreturn the sound from the speakersNOTE: In Han

RW/FF (Radio Mode)Pressing the Rewind/Fast Forward button causes thetuner to search for the next frequency in the direction ofthe arrows. This feature

RND/PTY Button (Program Type Radio Mode)Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second ti

Program Type16 Digit-CharacterDisplaySoft Rock Soft_RockSoft Rhythm and Blues Soft_R_&_BSports SportsTalk TalkTop 40 Top_40Weather WeatherBy press

Every time a preset button is used a correspondingbutton number will be displayed.Buttons1-6(Radio Mode)These buttons tune the radio to the stations t

SEEK Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)Press the right side of the SEEK button for the nextselection on the CD. Press the left side of the button tore

radio display will show ⬙EJECTING DISC⬙ when the discis being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc.Press and hold the LOAD/ EJECT button for

RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD Modefor CD Audio Play)Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the

The radio uses the following limits for file systems:•Maximum number of directory levels: 15•Maximum number of files: 255•Maximum number of folders: 1

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The new Sentry Key威 has been programmed. The Re-mote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also beprogrammed during this procedure. Repeat this proce-d

MPEGSpecificationSamplingFrequency (kHz)Bit rate (kbps)MPEG-1 AudioLayer 348, 44.1, 32320, 256, 224, 192,160, 128, 112, 96,80, 64, 56, 48, 40,32MPEG-2

Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 AudioPlay)SEEK Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the nextMP3 Fil

MSG or INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)Press and MSG or INFO button while playing MP3 disc.The radio scrolls through the following TAG information:S

Operating Instructions - uconnect威 studios(Satellite Radio) (If Equipped)Refer to the uconnect威 studios (Satellite Radio) section ofthe Owner’s Manual

Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)Push the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Push theON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio.Electronic Volume

SCAN Button (Radio Mode)Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search forthe next listenable station in either, AM, FM, or Satellite(if equipped

AM/FM Button (Radio Mode)Press the button to select AM or FM modes.Setting the Tone, Balance, and FadePress the rotary TUNE control, and “BASS” will d

the SET button twice and “SET 2” will show in thedisplay window. Each button can be set for SET 1 andSET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 1

SEEK Button (CD Mode)Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next trackon the CD. Press the left side of the button to return to thebeginning

Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through thetracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forwardfeature. If the RW button is pressed, th

To Set the Alarm1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and get outof the vehicle.2. Lock the door using either the power door lock switch,or the R

second time and the sound from the speakers will return.Rotating the volume control or turning the ignitionOFF/ON will also return the sound from the

uconnect姞 studios (SATELLITE RADIO) — IFEQUIPPEDSatellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast-ing technology to provide clear digital so

ESN/SID Access With RAQ RadiosWith the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position andthe radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME buttonssimultaneously f

moving on to the next channel. The word ⬙SCAN⬙ willappear in the display between each channel change. Pressthe SCAN button a second time to stop the s

placed within the line of sight of the antenna will causedecreased performance. Larger luggage items should beplaced as far forward as possible. Do no

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

NOTE: The air conditioning system of your vehiclecontains R-134a, a refrigerant that does not deplete theozone layer in the upper atmosphere.The contr

NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between theupper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmerair goes to the floor outlets. This feature

CAUTION!If the Defroster is not working the windshield andwindows may become fogged, and your visibilitywill be greatly diminished. See your authorize

Air Conditioning (A/C) — If EquippedPress the A/C button to engagethe air conditioning. A lamp willilluminate when the air condition-ing system is eng

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

NOTE:•Recirculation Mode will not operate in Floor, Mix orDefrost modes.•See “Circulation Control” in this section, for proper orextended use of this

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Window FoggingVehicle side windows tend to fog on the inside in mild,rainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, use theA/C, Panel and Blower contro

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ... 224▫ Manual Transaxle — If Equipped ... 224▫ Automatic Transaxle — If E

䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ... 236▫ Acceleration ... 236▫ Traction ... 237䡵 Driving Through

䡵 Adding Fuel ... 274▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ... 274▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ... 276䡵 Vehicle Load

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.WARNING!Never lea

WARNING!Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get itstarted. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-axle cannot be started this way. Unburn

CAUTION!To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank theengine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to15 seconds before trying again.After St

Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As yourelease the clutch pedal, lightly press the acceleratorpedal.Use each gear in numerical ord

NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blockedwith metal objects.To Unlock the Doors and LiftgatePress and release the UNLOCK button on the RKEtra

Recommended Shift SpeedsTo use your manual transaxle for optimal fuel economy,it should be upshifted as listed in Table 1.Table 1 - Manual Transaxle N

DownshiftingProper downshifting will improve fuel economy andprolong engine life.CAUTION!If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshiftat too high

CAUTION!Damage to the transaxle may occur if the followingprecautions are not observed:•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come toa complete s

NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap thekey in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safetyfeature is inoperable. The engine can

NOTE: Even if the transaxle can be reset, it is recom-mended that you visit an authorized dealer at yourearliest possible convenience. Your authorized

•Look at the shift indicator window on the console toensure it is in the PARK position.•When engaged in PARK, you will not be able to movethe shift le

When frequent transaxle shifting occurs while using theDRIVE/OVERDRIVE range, such as when operating thevehicle under heavy loading conditions (in hil

OperationThe Autostick威 position is just below the OVERDRIVEposition and is identified by the word “Autostick”. Whenyou move the shift lever into the

•The transaxle will automatically upshift from first tosecond gear and from second to third gear whenengine speed reaches about 6,300 RPM.•Downshifts

WARNING!Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous.Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of thefront wheels. You could lose control of t

NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate theSecurity Alarm. Opening a door with the Secur

Flowing/Rising WaterWARNING!Do not drive on or across a road or path where wateris flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flow-ing water can wea

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

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

Power Steering Fluid CheckChecking the power steering fluid level at a definedservice interval is not required. The fluid should only bechecked if a l

If the parking brake is applied while the vehicle ismoving, a chime will sound to alert the driver. The chimewill sound up to 10 times, or until the v

As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward thecurb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on anuphill grade.Always apply the parking bra

If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa-bility, the remaining system will still function with someloss of overall braking effectivenes

WARNING! (Continued)•The ABS cannot prevent accidents, includingthose resulting from excessive speed in turns,following another vehicle too closely, o

ABS is activated during braking under certain road orstopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in-clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad trac

occurs the “TCS Indicator Light” located above theinstrument cluster odometer will flash. The system oper-ates at speeds below 35 mph (56 km/h).A push

3. Test the “Flash Lights with Lock” feature while out-side of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on theRKE transmitter with the ignition in the

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

Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T”molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M.•High flotation

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

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

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

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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

total of eight RKE transmitters can be programmed toyour vehicle through the use of a currently-programmedRKE transmitter.NOTE: If vehicle is equipped

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

WARNING!Temporary-use spare tires are for emergency useonly. With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph(80 km/h). Temporary-use spare tires have

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

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

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

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

The suggested rotation method is shown in the followingdiagram.TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)The TPMS will warn you of a low tire pressure bas

TPMS will continue to warn you of low tire pressure aslong as the condition exists, and will not turn off until thetire pressure is at or above the re

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

9. Using the RKE transmitter to be programmed, pressand release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons,simultaneously.10. A single chime will be heard.11. W

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

NOTE:1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have aTPMS Sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor thepressure in the compact spare tire.2.

The tire pressure sensors are regulated under one of thefollowing licenses:United States ... KR5S120123Canada ...

CAUTION!DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in startingand drivability problems and may damage criti

MMT In GasolineMMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that isblended into some gasoline to increase the octane num-ber. Gasolines blended wit

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

•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte-nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every timethe vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditio

CAUTION!•Damage to the fuel system or emissions controlsystem could result from using an improper fueltank filler tube cap (gas cap).•A poorly fitting

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

The bar code allows a computer scanner to read theVehicle Identification Number (VIN).Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)The GVWR is the total allowabl

2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio stationtower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.Transmitter Battery ServiceNOTE:Pe

Overloading can cause potential safety hazards andshorten useful service life. Heavier suspension compo-nents do not necessarily increase the vehicle’

Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of allcargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem-porary) loaded

that typically provides adjustable friction associated withthe telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailerswaying motions while traveling.Weight

Trailer Hitch ClassificationYour vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing oftrailers weighing over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) with the optionalTrailer

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight RatingsThe following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrai

Consider the following items when computing theweight on the rear axle of the vehicle:•The tongue weight of the trailer.•The weight of any other type

CAUTION! (Continued)•During the first 500 miles (805 km) of trailertowing, limit your speed to 50 mph (80 km/h).Perform the maintenance listed in Sect

•Total weight must be distributed between the towvehicle and the trailer such that the following fourratings are not exceeded:1. GVWR2. GTW3. GAWR4. T

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

Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And WiringWhenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,stop lights and turn signals on the trailer

3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the twohalves together.NOTE: If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw,reinstall and tighten the

TOWING TIPSBefore setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the trailer in an area away from heavytraffic.Automatic TransaxleThe OV

NOTE: Using the third gear range while operating thevehicle under heavy operating conditions will improveperformance and extend transmission life by r

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

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 292䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ... 292䡵 Jacking And Tire Chang

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 of the Coolant Tempera-ture Gage rises to the H (red) mark, the ins

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGINGWARNING!•Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. Thevehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Youcould be crushe

Spare Tire StowageThe compact spare tire is stowed under the rear of thevehicle by means of a hook/basket mechanism. To re-move or stow the compact sp

Preparations For Jacking1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice orslippery areas.WARNING!Do not attempt to change a tire on the side o

WARNING! (Continued)•Always park on a firm, level surface as far fromthe edge of the roadway as possible before raisingthe vehicle.•Block the wheel di

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

WARNING!•For personal security and safety in the event of anaccident, lock the vehicle doors while you drive,when you park, and when leaving the vehic

NOTE: If equipped with a center cap that covers thewheel nuts, pry off the cap using the small end of the lugwrench. To reinstall the cap, make sure i

Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack issecurely engaged.3. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right,using the swivel w

tightened the nuts correctly, have them checked with atorque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a qualifiedservice station.7. Remove the wheel blo

1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelrysuch as watch bands or bracelets that might make aninadvertent electrical contact.2. When boosting

6. If the vehicle is equipped with Sentry Key威 Immobi-lizer, turn the ignition switch to the ON position for threeseconds before moving the ignition s

CAUTION!Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fastmay lead to transaxle overheating and failure. It canalso damage the tires. Do not spin the w

All TransaxlesCAUTION!If the vehicle being towed requires steering, theignition switch must be in the ACC position, not inthe LOCK position.Do not att

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... 307䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.4L Turbo ... 308䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System

▫ Exhaust System ... 321▫ Cooling System ... 323▫ Brake System ... 329▫ Automatic Transaxle ..

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 — Battery2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Automatic Transaxle Dipstick3 — Engine Coolant R

Auto Lock — If EquippedThe doors will lock automatically on vehicles with powerdoor locks if all of the following conditions are met:1. The Auto Lock

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L TURBO1 — Engine Oil Fill 6 — Battery2 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power

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

Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on whenthe engine is running, and that the OBD II system isready for testing.Normally, the OBD II sys

you may need to do nothing more than drive yourvehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD IIsystem to update. A recheck with the above test r

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURESThe pages that follow contain the required maintenanceservices determined by the engineers who designed yourvehicle.Besides the

The best time to check the engine oil level is about fiveminutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do notcheck oil level before starting the en

•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)fuel.NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you, then change yourengine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or

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

Engine Oil FilterThe engine oil filter should be replaced at every engineoil change.Engine Oil Filter SelectionThis engine has a full-flow type dispos

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

2. The shift lever was in gear and the vehicle speedreturned to 0 mph (0 km/h).3. The shift lever is in NEUTRAL or PARK.4. The driver door is opened.5

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

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

attention should also be given to hood latching compo-nents to ensure proper function. When performing otherunderhood services, the hood latch, releas

Exhaust SystemThe best protection against carbon monoxide entry intothe vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaustsystem.If you notice a cha

CAUTION!Damage to the catalytic converter can result if yourvehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. Inthe event of engine malfunction, part

To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignitionwhen the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is i

Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connectionat the bottle and radiator. Inspect

CAUTION! (Continued)•This vehicle has not been designed for use withPropylene Glycol based engine coolant (anti-freeze). Use of propylene glycol-based

Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-tain the proper level of protection against freezing,according to the temperatures occurring

Disposal of Used Engine CoolantUsed ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) isa regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Checkwith you

To use the system, open each rear door and move thecontrol up to engage. When the system on a door isengaged, that door can only be opened by using th

Points to RememberNOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (afew kilometers) of operation, you may observe vaporcoming from the front of th

Brake SystemIn order to assure brake system performance, all brakesystem components should be inspected periodically.Refer to the “Maintenance Schedul

transaxle Clutch Release System should not require fluidreplacement during the life of the vehicle. If the BrakeFluid Reservoir is low, and the brake

CAUTION!Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminatethe brake fluid; all brake seal components could bedamaged causing partial or complete brake

6. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hotor cold. Hot fluid is approximately 180°F (82° C), whichis the normal operating temperature af

Fluid and Filter ChangesAutomatic transmission fluid and filter should bechanged as follows:Maintenance Schedule A — Non Turbocharged Engines— No chan

Manual TransaxleLubricant SelectionUse only the manufacturer’s recommended transmissionfluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” inthis

road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extremehot or cold weather and other extreme conditions willhave an adverse affect on paint, metal tri

CAUTION!Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials suchas steel wool or scouring powder, which will scratchmetal and painted surfaces.Special Ca

Wheel And Wheel Trim CareAll wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum andchrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with amild soap and water

The window lock switch is located between the windowswitches, that allows you to disable the rear windowswitches that are located at the back of the c

Cleaning Interior TrimInterior Trim should be cleaned starting with a dampcloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR威 Total Clean, thenMOPAR威 Spot & Stain Rem

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

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

CavityCartridgeFuseMini-Fuse Description3 10 Amp Red CHMSLBrakeSwitch Feed4 10 Amp Red IgnitionSwitch Feed5 20 AmpYellowTrailer Tow6 10 Amp Red IOD Sw

CavityCartridgeFuseMini-Fuse Description15 50 Amp Red RAD FanRelayBattery Feed16 15 Amp Lt.BlueIGN Run/Acc CigarLtr/Sunroof17 10 Amp Red IOD FeedCVT M

CavityCartridgeFuseMini-Fuse Description26 15 Amp Lt.BlueENG ASDRelay Feed227 10 Amp Red IGN RUNOnly ORCFeed28 10 Amp Red IGN RUNORC/OCMFeed29 EMPTY30

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

LIGHTS BULBS — Exterior Bulb No.Low Beam Headlight ... 9006XSHigh Beam Headlight...9005XSFront Park/Turn Signal/Side M

2. Disconnect the electrical connector(s).3. Rotate the socket to the left one-quarter turn, andreplace the bulb.Front Parking, Turn Signal, and Side

3. Rotate the socket to the left one-quarter turn, andreplace the bulb.Front Fog Lights — If Equipped1. Remove the fasteners attaching the lower splas

Rear Window SwitchesThere are also rear passenger window switches located atthe rear of the center console.Wind BuffetingWind buffeting can be describ

Backup Lights1. To remove the backup lamp, you must take a fiberstick and slide it along the inboard side of the lamp andcompress a spring clip to all

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) 15 Gallons 56.7 LitersEngine Oil with Filter2.4 Liter/2.4L Turbo Engines (SAE 5W-30, API Certified)

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

ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartAutomatic Transmission MOPAR威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission FluidManual Transmission MOPAR威 ATF+4 Aut

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance ... 354䡵 Maintenance Schedules ... 354▫ At Each Stop For Fuel ...

EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold typemust be done at the times or mileages specified to ensurethe

•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-vice).†〫•Off-road or desert operation.•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel.NOTE:

At Each Stop for Fuel•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after afully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil levelwhile the vehicle is

Maintenance Schedule B — All EnginesFollow “Maintenance Schedule B — All Engines”, if youusually operate your vehicle under one or more of thefollowin

To open the unlocked liftgate, squeeze the liftgate releasetouch pad located on the backside of the liftgate handle,and pull the liftgate open with on

NOTE:•If ANY of these apply to you, then change your engineoil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or three months,whichever comes first, and follow ’Mainten

Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000(Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter,

Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000(Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filt

Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000(Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filt

Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000(Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)Change engine oil and engine oil

Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000(Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000)Change engine oil and engine oi

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if no

Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000(Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if

Miles 123,000 126,000 129,000 132,000 135,000(Kilometers) (205 000) (210 000) (215 000) (220 000) (225 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if

Miles 138,000 141,000 144,000 147,000 150,000(Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000)Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTSSome of the most important safety features in yourvehicle are the restraint systems. These include:•Front and rear seat belts for a

Maintenance Schedule A — Non-TurbochargedMiles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000(Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) (60 0

Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000(Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000)[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66]Change engine oil

Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000(Kilometers) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000)[Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [

Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000(Kilometers) (180000)(190000)(200000)(210000)(220000)(230000)[Months] [108] [114] [120] [126] [13

Miles 144,000 150,000(Kilometers) (240 000) (250 000)[Months] [144] [150]Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X XRotate tires. XXAdjust parking br

Maintenance Schedule A — TurbochargedMiles 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000(Kilometers) (8 000) (16 000) (24 000) (32 000) (40 000) (48 000)[M

Miles 35,000 40,000 45,000 50,000 55,000 60,000(Kilometers) (56 000) (64 000) (72 000) (80 000) (88 000) (96 000)[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72

Miles 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000 90,000(Kilometers) (104 000) (112 000) (120 000) (128 000) (136 000) (144 000)[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [1

Miles 95,000 100,000 105,000 110,000 115,000 120,000(Kilometers) (152 000) (160 000) (168 000) (176 000) (184 000) (192 000)[Months] [114] [120] [126]

Miles 125,000 130,000 135,000 140,000 145,000 150,000(Kilometers) (200 000) (208 000) (216 000) (224 000) (232 000) (240 000)[Months] [150] [156] [162

WARNING!In a collision, you and your passengers can suffermuch greater injuries if you are not properly buckledup. You can strike the interior of your

WARNING!You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the right equipmen

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle... 381▫ Prepare For The Appointm

䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades ... 387▫ Treadwear ... 387▫ Traction Grades ...

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

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

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

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

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

•Service ManualsThese comprehensive Service Manuals provide the in-formation that students and professional techniciansneed in diagnosing/troubleshoot

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

WARNING!•It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, peopleriding in these areas are more likely

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

INDEX10

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ... 244Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... 325Adding Fuel ... 274Additives,

Special Additives ... 333Autostick ...234Back-Up Lights ... 348Battery ...

Check Engine Light(Malfunction Indicator Light) ...168,309Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...71Checks, Safety ...

Corrosion Protection ... 334Cruise Light ... 168Cupholders ...148Customer Assistanc

Emission Control System Maintenance ...309,354Engine ... 307,308Break-In Recommendations ...70Checking Oil Le

Cooling System ... 323Power Steering ...241Fluids ...350Fluids, Lubricants and G

Odometer ...167Tachometer ...165General Information ... 18,25,110,269General Maintenance ..

Interior Appearance Care ... 338Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ... 131Introduction ... 4Jack Loca

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back andadjust the seat.2. The seat belt latch plate is above the

Low Fuel ...172Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ... 168Map Reading ... 125Oil Pressure ...

Manual, Service ... 385Manual Transaxle ... 224,226,334Downshifting ...229Fluid Level Check

Onboard Diagnostic System ...309Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink威) ... 136Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ...4Outside Air

Radio (Sound Systems) ...187,201Rear Liftgate (Sedan) ...33Rear Seat, Folding ... 116,118Rear Seat

And Pregnant Women ... 45Child Restraint ... 62Front Seat ... 36Inspection ...

Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...263Snow Tires ... 264Spare Tire ... 259,295Speed Control (C

Compact Spare ... 259General Information ... 256High Speed ...259Inflation Pressures ...

Transaxle ...229Additives ... 333Automatic ...12,224,229,331Autostick ...

Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ... 18Warning Lights(Instrument Cluster Description) ...164Warnings and Cautions ...

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

WARNING!• A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger-ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of thevehicle in a collision, increasing h

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

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

•If the rear seatback is properly latched and the rearcenter lap/shoulder belt still cannot be pulled out, theAutomatic-Locking Retractor (ALR) system

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Seat Belt AnchorageIn the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjustedupward or downward to position the belt away fromyour

The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re-straint Controller (ORC) (see the following Airbag sec-tion). Like the front airbags, the pretensio

Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenWe recommend that pregnant women use the seat beltsthroughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe isthe best way to

regulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to⬙Occupant Classification System⬙ in this section).If the vehicle is equipped with side airbag

Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Alongwith seat belts and pretensioners, front airbags work withthe driver inflatable knee blocker t

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

If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the frontpassenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move theseat as far back as possible, and use t

The front airbag system consists of the following:•Occupant Restraint Controller•Side Remote Acceleration Sensors (If equipped)•Airbag Warning Light•D

The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronicparts of the system whenever the ignition switch is inthe START or RUN positions. These include a

an adult will cause the system to turn the airbag on. Inthis case, the OCS has classified the occupant of theseat as an adult. An adult occupant needs

WARNING!Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of anairbag. A deploying passenger airbag can cause deathor serious injury to a child in a rear

seats because this can also affect occupant classification.Also, if you fold down the seats in the second row checkto be sure they don’t touch the fro

airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides ofthe airbag. The passenger’s front airbag gas is ventedthrough vent holes in the sides of the ai

injure you if you are not seated properly, or if items arepositioned in the area where the side airbag inflates. Thisespecially applies to children.NO

The following requirements must be strictly adhered to:•Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly orcomponents in any way.•Do not modify the fro

If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, anyor all of the following may occur:•The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra-sions a

INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on selecting your new Chrysler LLCvehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman-ship, distinctive styling, and

Maintaining Your Airbag SystemWARNING!•Modifications to any part of the airbag systemcould cause it to fail when you need it. You couldbe injured if t

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not place or hang any items such as add-onvideo players on the front seat backs. The addi-tional weight may cause the Occupant

Event Data Recorder (EDR)In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed torecord up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param-eters (see t

upon request. General data that does not identify par-ticular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorpo-ration in aggregate crash databases, suc

•Cruise control status•Traction/stability control status•Tire Pressure Monitoring System status (if equipped)Child RestraintsEveryone in your vehicle

•Safety experts recommend that children riderearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at leastone year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two t

•The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh-ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too smallto fit the vehicle’s seat belts prop

Here are some tips on getting the most out of your childrestraint:•Before buying any restraint system, make sure that ithas a label certifying that it

•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

the outboard positions only. Regardless of the specifictype of lower attachment, NEVER install LATCH-compatible child seats such that two seats share

INTRODUCTION 5

provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their olderproducts. Tether anchorage kits are also available formost older vehicles.Because the lower an

In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lowerand tether straps so that you can more easily attach thehook or connector to the lower and

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

A new engine may consume some oil during its first fewthousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should beconsidered a normal part of the break-in

Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confinedareas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in orout of the area.If it is necessary to si

Airbag Warning LightThe light should come on and remain on for six to eightseconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is firstturned ON. If the

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ... 79▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ... 79▫ Outside Mi

▫ Manual Lumbar — If Equipped ... 112▫ Folding Front Passenger Seat —If Equipped ... 113▫ Adjustable Head Restraints ...

䡵 Tilt Steering Column ... 132䡵 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ... 133▫ To Activate ... 134▫ To Set a

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

䡵 Rear Shelf Panel — If Equipped ... 149▫ Position 1 (Top) ... 150▫ Position 2 (Middle) ... 150▫ Position 3

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

Outside Mirror — Passenger SideAdjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see theside of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to theve

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If EquippedYour vehicle may be equipped with an illuminatedvanity mirror located on the sun visor. To use the mirror,rota

uconnect姞 phone — IF EQUIPPEDNOTE: The sales code RER and REU radios contain anintegrated uconnect威 phone. Refer to your “NavigationUser’s Manual” for

it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phoneis turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’suconnect威 phone. The uconnect威 phone allow

OperationVoice commands can be used to operate the uconnect威phone and to navigate through the uconnect威 phonemenu structure. Voice commands are requir

Cancel CommandAt any prompt, after the beep, you can say ⬙Cancel⬙ andyou will be returned to the main menu. However, in afew instances the system will

phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in thevehicle at the same time. For example, if priority threeand priority five phones are present in the

Add Names to Your uconnect威 PhonebookNOTE: Adding names to the uconnect威 phonebook isrecommended when the vehicle is not in motion.•Press the PHONE bu

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

phonebook. Specific Bluetooth威 Phones with Phone BookAccess Profile may support this feature. See uconnect威website for supported phones.•To call a nam

Object Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phoneOwner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to sendthese entries from your phone.NOTE:•The ph

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威 Phonebook Entries•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Phonebook Erase A

cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular serviceplan provides three-way calling, this feature can beaccessed through the uconnect威 phone.

Place/Retrieve a Call From HoldTo put a call on hold, press the PHONE button until youhear a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold.To b

Redial•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Redial.⬙•The uconnect威 phone will call the last number th

•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

•The uconnect威 phone does slightly lower your chancesof successfully making a phone call as to that for thecellular phone directly.WARNING!Your phone

Working with Automated SystemsThis method is used in instances where one generally hasto press numbers on the cellular phone keypad whilenavigating th