Chrysler 2010 Sebring - Owner Manual User Manual

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

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

Heated Seats — If EquippedThis feature heats leather or cloth front driver andpassenger seats. The switches for the heated seats arelocated in the cen

Fold-Flat Passenger SeatbackThe recline handle on the front passenger seat alsoreleases the seatback to fold forward.The hard seatback features a work

WARNING!The rear cargo area of the vehicle (with the rearseatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position)should not be used as a play area by child

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOODTo open the hood, two latches must be released.1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left sideof the instrument p

NOTE: Before closing the hood, make sure to stow theprop rod in its proper location.CAUTION!To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose i

passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimmingand turn signals. The multifunction lever is located onthe left side of the steering column.H

Automatic Headlights — If EquippedTurning the end of the multifunction lever to the thirddetent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlightsystem.Wi

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

▫ Remote Open Window Feature —If Equipped ... 24▫ Using The Panic Alarm ... 24▫ Programming Additional Transmitter

NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to-pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beamswill shut off. If this occurs, wait 30

whenever the ignition is ON, the engine is running, theheadlight switch is off, the parking brake is released andthe shift lever is in any position ex

Map/Reading/Interior LightsThese lights are mounted between the sun visors abovethe rearview mirror. Each light can be turned on bypressing the barrel

is open. To restore interior light operation, either turn theignition switch ON or cycle the light switch.WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSThe wipers and

are operating. The wipers will resume operation whenyou turn the ignition switch to the ON position again.CAUTION!•Turn the windshield wipers off when

NOTE: The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed.If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h),delay times will be doubled.Windshield Washers

Headlights With Wipers Feature(Available With Automatic Headlights Only)When this feature is active, the headlights will turn onapproximately 10 secon

TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMNThis feature allows you to tilt the steering columnupward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen orshorten the st

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROLWhen engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes overthe accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph(40 km/h).The Elec

WARNING!Leaving the Electronic Speed Control on when not inuse is dangerous. You could accidentally set thesystem or cause it to go faster than you wa

▫ Rear Seat Belts ... 46▫ Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR)Mode — If Equipped ... 46▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners — I

ACCEL lever. If the lever is continually held in theRESUME ACCEL position, the set speed will continue toincrease until the lever is released, then th

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

WARNING!•Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are training the universal transceiver.Do not train the transceiver if people, pets

Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) awayfrom the HomeLink威 button you wish to program whilekeeping the indicator light in view.3. Sim

This can usually be found where the hanging antennawire is attached to the garage door opener motor. It isNOT the button normally used to open and clo

Using HomeLink威To operate, press and release the programmedHomeLink威 button. Activation will now occur for thetrained device (i.e., garage door opener

successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indica-tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fullytrained.If you unplugged the device for

General InformationThis device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and IndustryCanada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:1. This

WARNING!•Never leave children in a vehicle with the key inthe ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-tended children, can become entrapped by t

Venting Sunroof — ExpressPress and release the “Vent” button, the sunroof willopen to the vent position. This is called “Express Vent”.Closing Sunroof

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSThe authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has thekey code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numberscan be used to ord

Ignition Off OperationFor vehicles not equipped with the Electronic VehicleInformation Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switchwill remain active for 4

There is a power outlet located on the inside of the centerconsole. This power outlet is powered directly from thebattery (power available at all time

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

CAUTION!For vehicles equipped with the heated and cooledcupholder, locate the cup holder ash receiver in theforward cupholder.The optional ash receive

WARNING!If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottleholder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn-ing the occupants. Be careful when cl

Cargo AreaThe 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carryingversatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pullingnylon tabs between the seatba

Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavierobjects as low and as far forward as possible.Place as much cargo as possible in front of the

The left latch opens to the top storage area.The lower bin can be accessed directly, without firstexposing the upper bin, by operating the right latch

Video Console — If EquippedThe optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™ in-cludes the following components:•The screen for a rear seat DVD player is

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

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

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instrument Panel Features ... 143䡵 Instrument Cluster ... 144䡵 Instrument Cl

▫ List Button(Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) ... 182▫ Info Button(Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) ... 183䡵 Media Center 730N/430 (RER/REN/RBZ) —A

▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ... 209▫ Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone(If Equipped) ... 210䡵 Uconnect™ Multimed

䡵 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance ... 218䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ... 219䡵 Climate Controls ... 219▫ Manual Hea

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

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

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

you do not buckle up, the light will remain on. Refer to“Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Start-ing Your Vehicle” for further informatio

The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharpcornering maneuvers which change fluid level c

feature is programmable. Refer to “Electronic VehicleInformation Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Cus-tomer-Programmable Features)” in “UnderstandingY

12. TachometerThe silver area of the scale shows the permissible enginerevolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range.Before reaching the red

Vehicle Odometer MessagesWhen the appropriate conditions exist, the odometer willdisplay the following messages:door ...Door

tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odom-eter reset button to turn off the “gASCAP” message.(Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System — OBDI

15. Cruise Indicator — If EquippedThis indicator shows that the Electronic SpeedControl System is ON.16. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset ButtonSingle Tri

If the light is flashing when the engine is running youmay experience power loss, an elevated/rough idle, andincreased brake pedal effort, and your ve

23. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light — If EquippedThis light monitors the ABS. This light willcome on when the ignition key is turned to theON position and

Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo-mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.•Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMSmalfunction indicator to indicate when the system is notoperating properly. The TPMS malfunction indica

bulb does not come on when turning the key from LOCKto ON, have the condition checked promptly.Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap,p

CAUTION!Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera-ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually causesevere transmission damage or transmissio

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

The EVIC consists of the following:•System status•Vehicle information warning message displays•Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)•Comp

Press and release the STEP button to advancethe display through the various Trip Functionsor Personal settings.Press and release the COMPASS button to

•Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is inmotion)•Trunk Ajar (with a single chime)•Headlights On•Key In Ignition•Oil Change Required (with a

Trip FunctionsPress and release the MENU button until one of thefollowing Trip Functions displays in the EVIC:•ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equippe

and average fuel economy, according to the current fueltank level. DTE cannot be reset through the RESETbutton.NOTE: Significant changes in driving st

NOTE: The system will display the last known outsidetemperature when starting the vehicle and may need tobe driven several minutes before the updated

Compass VarianceCompass Variance is the difference between MagneticNorth and Geographic North. To compensate for thedifferences, the variance should b

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

Remote Key UnlockWhen “Driver Door 1st Press” is selected, only thedriver’s door will unlock on the first press of the RemoteKeyless Entry (RKE) trans

headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turnedoff if they were turned on by this feature. To make yourselection, press and hold the RESET bu

All of the keys provided with your vehicle have beenprogrammed to the vehicle electronics.Replacement KeysNOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to

SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCKTo set the analog clock, located at the top center of theinstrument panel, press and hold the button in until thesetting is co

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MacrovisionThis product incorporates copyright protection technol-ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec-tual property rights. Use o

Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ RadioTo Manually Set the Clock1. Turn on the radio.2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed, the clocksetting men

2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. Theclock setting menu will appear on the screen.3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear

4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where theword “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is dis-played. To move the hour backward, touch the

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

Touch the screen where the words “Show Time if Radio isOff” are displayed to change the current setting.Changing the Time Zone1. Turn on the radio.2.

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

4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL controlknob to save time change.5. To exit, press any butto

Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again toexit setting tone, balance, and fade.AM/FM ButtonPress the buttons to select either AM or FM mode.SET

Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD AndMP3 Audio PlayNOTE:•The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCposition to operate the radio.•This radio i

EJECT Button - Ejecting a CDPress the EJECT button to eject the CD.If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within10 seconds, it will be rel

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

•Maximum number of characters in file/folder names:•Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙.⬙ and a three-character extension)•Level 2: 31 (including a s

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

not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the AUXaudio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume down.TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)Press this b

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

NOTE:•During the 16 second arming period, if a door isopened or the ignition switch is turned ON, theVehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.

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

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

TUNE ControlTurn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwiseto increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency.Setting the Tone, Balance, and

Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the followingformat types:Program Type16-Digit CharacterDisplayNo program type or un-definedNoneAdult Hits Adlt

station with the same selected Music Type name. TheMusic Type function only operates when in the FMmode.If a preset button is activated while in the M

and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected bypressing the pushbutton twice.Every time

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

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

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

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

Tamper AlertIf the alarm was triggered, but the warning signals havetimed out, the park and taillights flash three times(instead of the normal twice),

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

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

System ActivationSirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and youmay begin listening immediately to the one year of audioservice that is inclu

Satellite AntennaTo ensure optimum reception, do not place items on theroof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objectsplaced within the line o

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

SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton MemoryWhen you are receiving a channel that you wish tocommit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button.The symbol

•The LCD screen swings up from the rear of the armrestto allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display.NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD sc

•A battery-powered infrared remote control snaps intoa molded compartment in the center console armrestupper storage bin.•Two wireless infrared headse

are rocker-type switches with a pushbutton in the centerof each switch. Reach behind the steering wheel to accessthe switches.Right-Hand Switch Functi

Left-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e., CD)Operation•Press the top of the switch once to listen to the nexttrack.•Press the bottom of the switch o

•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

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

Recirculation ControlPressing the Recirculation Control button willtemporarily put the system in recirculationmode (10 minutes). This can be used when

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

Automatic OperationThe Automatic Temperature Control system automati-cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle atthe comfort levels desi

•If your air conditioning performance seems lower thanexpected, check the front of the A/C condenser locatedin front of the radiator for an accumulati

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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

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

•Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, youcan temporarily put the system into RecirculationMode by pressing the Recirculation button. However

Window FoggingInterior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re-moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Mixmode can be used to maintain

Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ... 238▫ Automatic Transmission ... 238▫ Normal Starting ...

䡵 AutoStick威 — If Equipped ... 248▫ Operation ... 248▫ General Information ... 249䡵 Driving On Slippe

▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ... 277▫ Radial-Ply Tires ... 279▫ Compact Spare Tire ... 279▫ Tire Spinning

▫ Ethanol Fuel (E85) ... 301▫ Fuel Requirements ... 301▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible FuelVehicles (E85) And G

▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ... 312▫ Towing Requirements ... 313▫ Towing Tips ... 317䡵 Recreational Towin

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

2. Release both buttons at the same time.3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, bypressing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans-mitter

motor will continue to run, and it will disengage auto-matically when the engine is running. If the engine failsto start, the starter will disengage a

the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking theengine. This should clear any excess fuel in case theengine is flooded.CAUTION!To prevent dam

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

CAUTION! (Continued)•Before shifting the shift lever into any gear, makesure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal.NOTE: You MUST press and hold the

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

•Insert a key, screwdriver, or finger into the hole at thefront of the cup holder and push and hold the manualoverride release lever forward.•While ho

When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever intothe PARK position first, and then apply the parkingbrake.When parking on a hill, it is impor

NEUTRALThis range is used when vehicle is standing for pro-longed periods with engine running. Engine may bestarted in this range. Set the parking bra

NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with AutoStick威, youcan reduce the frequency of transmission shifting duringheavy loading, hilly terrain, strong hea

damage, the transmission automatically shifts into sec-ond gear (third gear for six–speed). The transmissionremains in second gear (third gear for six

•For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform thefollowing steps:1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans-mitter for at least four secon

the driver to select a higher or lower range of gears.Moving the shift lever to the left (-) triggers a downshiftand to the right (+) an upshift. The

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

DRIVING THROUGH WATERDriving through water more than a few inches/centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensuresafety and prevent damage to yo

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

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

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

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

computer to modulate the hydraulic pressure to preventwheel lock-up and avoid skidding on slippery surfaces.WARNING!•Pumping of the anti-lock brakes w

portion of the brake system is not functioning and thatservice is required. However, the conventional brakesystem will continue to operate normally if

headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulseon and off, and the Illuminated Entry system (ifequipped) will turn on.The Panic Alarm will

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

spinning faster than the other, the system will apply thebrake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more enginetorque to be applied to the wheel tha

Hill Start Assist (HSA) – If EquippedThe HSA system is designed to assist the driver inlaunching a vehicle on an incline. HSA will maintain thelevel o

The system will only work if the intended direction of thevehicle and vehicle gear match. For example, if theintended direction is forward up a hill a

10. Repeat these steps if you want to return this featureto it’s previous setting.EVIC Equipped VehiclesHSA is a Customer Programmable Feature on a EV

WARNING!•The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre-vent the natural laws of physics from acting on thevehicle, nor can it increase the tractio

•The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking soundswhen it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stopwhen ESC becomes inactive following the man

NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when drivingwith snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand orgravel, it may be desirable to switch to th

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

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

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 a structural member of the body locatedbetween the front and rear door

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

This placard tells you important information aboutthe:1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle2) total weight your vehicle can carry3) t

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

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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

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

How to Use Remote StartAll of the following conditions must be met before theengine will remote start:•Shift lever in PARK•Doors closed•Hood closed•Tr

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 use only.With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph(80 km/h). Temporary-use spare tires have

Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do InEmergencies” for further information.WARNING!Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-at

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

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 TIRESSnow tires should be of the same size and type construc-tion as the front ti

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

The TPM System will continue to warn the driver of lowtire pressure as long as the condition exists, and will notturn off until the tire pressure is a

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

NOTE:•If an engine fault is present the vehicle will start andthen shut down 10 seconds later.•For security, power window operation is disabledwhen th

will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. The“Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn offwhen the fault condition no longer exi

Telltale Light” will turn OFF, as long no tire pressure isbelow the low-pressure warning limit in any of the fouractive road tires. The vehicle may ne

Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure WarningsThe “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” willilluminate in the instrument cluster and a chimewill s

Check TPMS WarningWhen a system fault is detected, a chime will sound andthe “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash onand off for 75 sec

NOTE:1. The compact spare tire (if so equipped) does not havea tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMSwill not monitor the pressure in th

•This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesiredoperation.The tire pressure sensors are covered unde

Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the worldhave issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica-tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) whic

NOTE: The 2.7L engine is now rated for E85 Ethanoluse (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA EMISSION STATES). Onlyvehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can opera

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 pun

DOOR LOCKSManual Door LocksTo lock each door, push the door lock plunger on eachdoor trim panel downward. To unlock each door, pull thedoor lock plung

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

NOTE: The 2.7L engine is now rated for E85 Ethanoluse (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA EMISSION STATES). Onlyvehicles with the E85 fuel filler door label can operat

Ethanol Fuel (E85)E85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and15% unleaded gasoline.WARNING!Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could

•Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fullycompatible with E85 and may form deposits in yourengine. To eliminate driveability issues that m

Replacement PartsMany components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) aredesigned to be compatible with ethanol. Always be surethat your vehicle is ser

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

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

The label contains the following information:•Name of manufacturer•Month and year of manufacture•Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)•Gross Axle Weight

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

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

WARNING!It is important that you do not exceed the maximumfront or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving conditioncan result if either rating is exceeded. Yo

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

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

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 an injury accident.Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towingas safe as possible:•Make certain that the l

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

•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

•Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads tomaximize fuel efficiency.Cooling SystemTo reduce potential for engine and transmission over-

Auto Unlock On ExitThe doors will unlock automatically on vehicles withpower door locks if:1. The Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit feature is en-abled.2

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher ... 321䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ... 321▫ Engine Oil Overheating(

䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle ... 335▫ Towing With The Ignition Key ... 335▫ Towing Without The Ignition Key ... 336▫ Towing Th

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

NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow downan impending overheat condition:•If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/Csystem a

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

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

NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jackwith two attachment points. When the jack is partiallyexpanded, the tension between the two atta

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

WARNING!Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can makethe vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack andhurt someone near it. Raise the vehic

NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit featurein accordance with local laws.Child Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)To provide a safer env

WARNING!A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision orhard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-hicle. Always stow the jack parts and th

WARNING!Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.Preparations for Jump-StartThe bat

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

WARNING!Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as thiscould establish a ground connection and personalinjury could result.Jump-Starting ProcedureWA

5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the boosterbattery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then startthe engine in the vehicle with the di

front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-VERSE and FIRST gear. Using minimal accelerator pedalpressure to maintain the rocking motion, witho

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLETowing With The Ignition KeyFront Wheel DriveYour vehicle may be towed (with all four wheels flat onthe ground), under the fo

If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)while being towed, the key must be in the ON position,not the ACC position. Make certain the

Towing Without Power — Override TransaxleInterlock SystemSpecial care must be taken when the vehicle is towedwith the ignition in the LOCK position. A

WARNING!Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.Remember that the rear doors can only be openedfrom the outside when the child protection lo

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... 341䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.7L ... 342䡵 Engine Compartment — 3.5L

▫ Adding Washer Fluid ... 358▫ Exhaust System ... 358▫ Cooling System ... 361▫ Brake System ...

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

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.7L1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Power Distribution Center2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Air Cleaner Filter3 — Power Steering F

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.5L1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick3 — Power Steering Fluid R

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

the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer“Reset” button to turn off the message. If the problempersists, the message will appear the

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

WARNING!Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys inthe ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-tended children, can become entrapped by

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

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.

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

Refrigerant Recovery and RecyclingR-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the EnvironmentalProtection Ag

5. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filtercover to the HVAC housing and remove the cover.6. Remove the A/C Air Filter by pulling it st

quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust andwear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the partsconcerned should be wiped clean to remo

present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humidcloth removing any debris that may be affecting itsfunction.Adding Washer FluidThe fluid reserv

Auto Window Up — If EquippedLift the window switch to the second detent, release, andthe window will go up automatically.To cancel the Auto Up movemen

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

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

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

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

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

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

Window Lockout SwitchThe window lockout switch on the driver’s door allowsyou to disable the window control on the other doors. Todisable the window c

Fluid Level Check – 2.4L and 2.7L EnginesUse the following procedure to check the automatictransmission fluid level properly:1. Park the vehicle on le

CAUTION!•Using a transmission fluid other than the manu-facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio-ration in transmission shift quality and/or tor

CAUTION!Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission asthe chemicals can damage your transmission compo-nents. Such damage is not covered by the N

Washing•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-hicle in the shade using MOPAR威 Car Wash or equiva-lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse t

•If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs isconsidered the responsibility of the ow

To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses andreducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. Toremove road dirt, wash with a mild soa

if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners orArmor All威. Use MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent toclean vinyl upholstery.Cleaning Leather Uphols

Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster LensesThe lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle aremolded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses,

InstallationAlign the liner in the cupholder and press down firmly.FUSESTotally Integrated Power Module (TIPM)The TIPM is located in the engine compar

CavityCartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescription3—10 AmpRedBattery Feed – CenterHigh Mounted StopLight (CHMSL)/BrakeSwitch4—10 AmpRedBattery Feed – IgnitionSwit

NOTE: The shift lever must be in PARK for this buttonto operate.To unlatch the trunk lid from outside the vehicle, pressand release the TRUNK button o

CavityCartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescription14 —10 AmpRedIgnition Off Draw(IOD) – CabinCompartment Node(CCN)/InteriorLighting1540 AmpGreen—Battery Feed –Rad

CavityCartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescription26 —15 AmpLt. BlueAuto Shutdown (ASD)Relay Feed 227 —10 AmpRedIgnition Run – Occu-pant ClassificationModule (OCM

CavityCartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescription3540 AmpGreen—Battery Feed – Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)Module – If Equipped/Electronic StabilityControl (ESC)Module

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

LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb No.Low Beam Headlamp ...H11High Beam Headlamp ... 9005Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marke

3. Rotate bulb and connector one-quarter turn and pulloutward from assembly.CAUTION!Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oilcontamination will

Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamp1. Raise and prop open the hood.2. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turncounterclockwise and remove it

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

Tail/Stop, Rear Turn Signal and Backup LampsThe taillamps are a two piece design. The turn signal,brake and taillamps are located in the rear corner b

2. Remove the two plastic wing nuts from the taillamphousing.3. Grasp the taillamp housing and pull it firmly outwardwhile pushing gently on the studs

Trunk Internal Emergency ReleaseAs a security measure, a Trunk Internal EmergencyRelease lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism.In the event

6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into thetaillamp housing and rotate the connector one-quarterturn clockwise to lock it in place.7. Reinstal

3. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and installthe replacement bulb.4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into thehousing and rotate the

Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)1. Open the trunk lid.2. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turncounterclockwise and remove it fr

FLUID CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate)All Engines — (Except 2.4L PZEV) 16.9 Gallons 64 Liters2.4L PZEV (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) 18.5 Ga

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

Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartSpark Plugs – 2.7L Engine TE10PMC5 (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm])Spark Plugs – 3.5L Engine ZFR5LP-13G (Gap 0.050

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance ... 396䡵 Maintenance Schedule ... 396▫ Required Maintenance Inte

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

NOTE:•The oil change indicator message will not monitor thetime since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oilif it has been six months since you

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

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

•An energy-absorbing steering column and steeringwheel•Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants•Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners to e

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

18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or18 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRepai

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

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

54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or54 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRepai

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

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

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

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

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

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

126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or126 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRe

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

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

* PZEV = Partial Zero Emission Vehicle† This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturerto the owner, but is not required to maintain emissionswarr

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ... 415▫ Prepare For The Appoint

䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades ... 421▫ Treadwear ... 421▫ 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,

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

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

NOTE: A street address is required when orderingmanuals (no P.O. Boxes).•Service ManualsThese comprehensive Service Manuals provide theinformation tha

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

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

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About Your Brakes ...254ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ...256Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ...362Adding Fuel

Automatic Transaxle ... 12,238,241,368Adding Fluid ... 369,370,394Filter ...370Fluid and Filter

Caps, FillerFuel ...303Oil (Engine) ... 341,342,343,350Power Steering ...253Radiator (

Console, Floor ...103,135Contract, Service ... 417Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...363Cooling Sy

Door Locks, Automatic ...30Door Opener, Garage ... 120DrivingOn Slippery Surfaces ...250Through Flo

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

Oil Selection ...349,392Oil Synthetic ...351Overheating ...321Starting ...

Fluid Level ChecksAutomatic Transaxle ... 369,370Brake ... 366,394Cooling System ...361Engi

GaugesCoolant Temperature ...145Fuel ...145Odometer ...149Tachometer ...

Ignition ... 12Key ...12Lock ...12Ignition Key Removal ...

LATCH(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ...75Latches ...84Hood ...104Lead Free Gasoli

Traction Control ... 263Turn Signal ... 84,108,153,385,387Voltage ... 146Warning (Instrumen

New Vehicle Break-In Period ... 79Occupant Restraints ... 60,64Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ...38,56,57,60,63Octan

Phone, Cellular ... 93Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ... 93Placard, Tire and Loading Information ... 272PowerDe

Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ... 216Remote Starting System ... 26Remote Trunk Release ...36Replacement

Untwisting Procedure ...44Seat Belts (Sedan) ...38Seats ...93Adjustment ...

WARNING!•A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous.Your body could strike the inside surfaces of thevehicle in a collision, increasing head and

Starting Procedures ... 238SteeringPower ... 253Tilt Column ...116Wheel, Tilt ...

Life of Tires ... 282Load Capacity ...272,273Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ... 285Pressure Warning L

Transmitter Battery Service(Remote Keyless Entry) ... 25Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink威) . . 120Transmitter Programming(Re

Warranty Information ... 418Washer, Adding Fluid ...358Washers, Windshield ... 112,114,358Washing Veh

Chrysler Group LLC10C41-126-AC3rd EditionPrinted in U.S.A.

WARNING!•A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk ofinternal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’tbe at the strong hip and pelvic bones,

1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to theanchor point.2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate,grasp and twist the bel

Rear Seat BeltsThe shoulder belt anchorages of the rear three-point beltsare nonadjustable for outboard and center rear passen-gers on sedans. The cen

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

However if during a front impact, a secondary rearimpact occurs, the AHR may deploy based on the sever-ity and type of the impact.CAUTION!All occupant

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

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)If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the v

NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turnon while unbuckling and off while re-buckling the seatbelt. It may be necessary to retract the sea

WARNING!Using a seat belt extender when not needed canincrease the risk of injury in a collision. Only usewhen the lap belt is not long enough when it

The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflatordesign. This allows the airbag to have different rates ofinflation that are based on the severity

•Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Airbags (SAB)•Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC)•Front and Side Impact Sensors•Front Seat Belt Prete

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster inany way.•Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolstersuch as alarm lights

Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain(SABIC) — If EquippedSABIC airbags may offer side-impact and vehicle rolloverprotection to front and rear s

The system includes side impact sensors adjacent to bothfront and rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploythe SABIC airbags during impacts th

1INTRODUCTION 5

WARNING!Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVERride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passengerAdvanced Front Airbag. An airbag deplo

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

Advanced Front Airbags are designed to provide addi-tional protection by supplementing the seat belts incertain frontal collisions depending on the se

Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag WarningLight in the instrument panel for approxi-mately six to eight seconds for a self-checkwhen the ignition is fi

separate and fold out of the way as the airbags inflate totheir full size. The airbags fully inflate in about 50 to 70milliseconds. This is about half

covers the window. The airbag inflates in about 30 ms(about one-quarter of the time that it takes to blink youreyes) with enough force to injure you i

NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in allcollisions. This does not mean something is wrong withthe airbag system.If you do have a collisi

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

Airbag Warning LightYou will want to have the airbags ready toinflate for your protection in a collision. Whilethe airbag system is designed to be mai

2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not berecorded (e.g., loss of battery power).In conjunction with other data gathered during a com-plete a

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

3. Requested by police under a legal warrant.4. Otherwise required by law.Data parameters that are recorded:•Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning li

There are different sizes and types of restraints forchildren from newborn size to the child almost largeenough for an adult safety belt. Always check

Older Children and Child RestraintsChildren who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who areolder than one year can ride forward-facing in thevehicle. Fo

bend over the front of the seat when their back isagainst the seatback, should use the lap/shoulder beltin a rear seat.•Before buying any restraint sy

CAUTION!When your child restraint is not in use, secure it inthe vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from thevehicle. Don’t leave it loose in the

to the top tether anchorage, have been available for sometime. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers willprovide add-on tether strap kits for so

Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts arenot toys and should not be played with, and never leaveyour child unattended in the vehicle.

cover directly behind the seat where you are placing thechild restraint and attach the tether strap to the anchor-age, being careful to route the teth

Installing Child Restraint Tether Strap1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind theseat where you are placing the child restraint.2. Route

Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle SeatBeltsThe passenger seat belts are equipped with AutomaticLocking Retractors (ALRs), which are design

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

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

The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is ahigh-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oilchanges should be consistent with anticipa

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

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

WARNING!Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss ofvehicle control and increase the risk of serious per-sonal injury.•Always make sure that floor

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

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ... 89▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ... 89▫ Automatic

▫ Fold-Flat Passenger Seatback ... 102▫ Folding Rear Seat ... 102▫ Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest ... 103䡵 To Open An

䡵 Electronic Speed Control ... 117▫ To Activate ... 117▫ To Set a Desired Speed ... 118▫ To Deactivate

䡵 Storage ... 133▫ Driver’s Side Sunglass Holder —If Equipped ... 133▫ CargoArea ...

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

Automatic Dimming Mirror — If EquippedThis mirror will automatically adjust for headlight glarefrom vehicles behind you. Push in the button on the fac

After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the samedirection you want the mirror to move. When finished,return the knob to the center (Off) position t

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

Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPEDUconnect™ Phone is a hands-free system that allows youto use voice commands to dial a phone number storedin your cellular

Manual Front Seat AdjustmentThe manual seat adjustment bar is at the front of the seat,near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seatforward or

Reclining Bucket SeatsThe recliner control is on the side of the seat. To recline,lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then leanback to the

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

Power Seats — If EquippedThe power seat switches are on the outboard side of theseat near the floor. Use the bottom switch to move theseat up, down, f

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