Dodge 2010 Charger SRT - Manuals

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident orbodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If youdo not read this entire manual, you may miss importantinforma...

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle couldseriously affect its roadworthiness and safety andmay lead to an accident resulting in serious injury ordeath. 1 INTRODUCTION 7

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ Key FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ▫ Removing Key FOB From Ignition . . . . . . . . . 13 ▫ Key-...

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to anignition switch. It has four operating positions, three withdetents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent posi-tions are LOCK, ACC, and ON. The START position is aspring-loaded momentary contact position. When re-lease...

Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It also containsthe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and anemergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicleshould the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.The emergency key is ...

NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the Key Fob is placed in the LOCK or ACC ignitionposition. 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 activated. Operationis automatic, ...

The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 secondsor they will immediately fade to off once the ignitionswitch is turned ON from the LOCK position. NOTE: None of the courtesy lights will operate if the dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extremedownward position), unless the overhead...

1. Battery access is through a door located on the rear ofthe Key Fob. Insert a small, flat blade screwdriver into theslot and gently pry open the access door. 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching thenew battery with your fingers. Skin oils may causebattery deterioration. If you touch a...

WARNING! • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage orconfined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon-oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Car-bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause seriousinjury or death when inhaled. • Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmittersaway from children. ...

To Exit Remote Start Mode without Driving theVehicle Press and release the REMOTE START button one time,or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle. NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system will disable the one time press of the REMOTE STARTbutton for two seconds after recei...

DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door lock plunger on eachdoor trim panel downward. To unlock each door, pull thedoor lock plunger on each door trim panel upward. If the door lock plunger is down when you shut the door,the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key is notin...

Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trimpanel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. If you press the power door LOCK switch while the KeyFob is in the ignition, and any front door is open, thepower locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally lockin...

Automatic Door Locks Programming The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled ordisabled as follows: • For vehicles equipped with the Electronic VehicleInformation Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic VehicleInformation Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understa...

3. The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK. 4. The driver door is opened. 5. The doors were not previously unlocked. 6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h). Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can beenabled or disabled as follows: • For vehicles equip...

Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for small children ridingin the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a ChildProtection Door Lock system. To Engage the Child Protection Door Lock System 1. Open the rear door. 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key (or alike) into the...

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. NOTE: After disengaging the Child Protection Door Lock system, always test the door from the inside tomake certain it is in the desired position. WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door control all thedoor windows. There are ...

To close the window part way, lift the window switch tothe first detent and release it when you want the windowto stop. The power window switches will remain active for up to60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. Open-ing either front door will cancel this feature. The time forthis feat...

TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE The trunk lid can be released from inside the vehicle bypressing the TRUNK RELEASE button located on theinstrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the button will operate. The trunk lid can be released fromoutside the vehi...

TRUNK SAFETY WARNING WARNING! Do not allow children to have access to the trunk,either by climbing into the trunk from outside, orthrough the inside of the vehicle. Always close thetrunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. Once inthe trunk, young children may not be able to escape,even if they ente...

WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could makeyour injuries in a collision much worse. You mightsuffer internal injuries, or you could even slide outof part of the belt. Follow these instructions towear your seat belt safely and to keep your pas-sengers safe, too. • Two peopl...

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle willnot protect you properly. The lap portion couldride too high on your body, possibly causinginternal injuries. Always buckle your belt in...

WARNING! (Continued) • 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 neckinjury. A belt worn under the arm can causeinternal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulderbones. Wear the belt over your should...

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the driver and front passenger seats, the shoulder beltcan be adjusted upward or downward to position the beltaway from your neck. Push and fully depress the buttonabove the webbing to release the anchorage, then move itup or down to the position that fits...

3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing.The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of thelatch plate. 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears thefolded webbing. Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — IfEquipped In this mode, the shoulder belt is automaticall...

Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped The seat belts for both front seating positions may beequipped with pretensioning devices that are designed toremove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.These devices improve the performance of the seat beltby assuring that the belt is tight abo...

4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. Asingle chime will sound to signify that you have success-fully completed the programming. BeltAlert 威 can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. NOTE: Although BeltAlert 威 has been deactivated, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illu...

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags This vehicle has Advanced Front Airbags for both thedriver and front passenger as a supplement to the seatbelt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air-bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. Thepassenger’s Advanced Front Airbag is ...

The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflatordesign. This allows the airbag to have different rates ofinflation based on the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or frontpassenger seat track position sensors that may adjust theinflation rate of the Adv...

• Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) • Front and Side Impact Sensors • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch,and Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Airbag Features The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driverand front passenger airbags. This syste...

Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain(SABIC) — If Equipped SABIC airbags may offer side-impact and vehicle rolloverprotection to front and rear seat outboard occupants inaddition to that provided by the body structure. Eachairbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to thehead of each ou...

The system includes side impact sensors adjacent to bothfront and rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploythe SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbagoccupant protection. WARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with left and rightSupplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain(SABIC), do...

If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modifiedto accommodate a disabled person, contact the CustomerCenter. Phone numbers are provided under ⬙ If You Need Assistance”. WARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to moresevere injuries in a collision. The airbags work withyour seat ...

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 first turned on. After the self-check, the Airbag Warning Light will turn off. If theORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, itturns on the...

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 of the time it takes toblink your eyes. The airbags then quickly deflate whilehelping to restrain the driver and front passenger. The Advanced Front ...

Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, ifthe communication network remains intact, and thepower remains intact, depending on the nature of theevent the ORC will determine whether to have theEnhanced Accident Response System perform the follow-ing funct...

Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag systemcould cause it to fail when you need it. You couldbe injured if the airbag system is not there toprotect you. Do not modify the components orwiring, including adding any kind of badges orstickers to the steering ...

Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready toinflate for your protection in a collision. Whilethe airbag system is designed to be mainte-nance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system immediately. • The Airbag Warning Light does not come on...

3. Requested by police under a legal warrant. 4. Otherwise required by law. Data parameters that are recorded: • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status forelectronically-controlled safety systems, including theairbag system • Vehicle speed • Engine RPM • Brake switch status • Pedal posi...

seats used in the forward-facing direction are for childrenwho weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are olderthan one year. These child seats are also held in thevehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH childrestraint anchorage system. Refer to “LATCH — ChildSeat Anchorage System (Lower Anch...

LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (LowerAnchors and Tether for CHildren) Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the childrestraint anchorage system called LATCH. The LATCHsystem provides for the installation of the child restraintwithout using the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securingthe child...

Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child RestraintSystem We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directionscarefully when installing your child restraint. Not allchild restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions thatare provided with the...

If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling andpushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may needto do something more. Disconnect the latch plate fromthe buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latchplate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make thechild restraint secure, t...

2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct pathfor the strap between the anchor and the child seat. 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint tothe anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strapaccording to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc-tions. NOTE: Ensure th...

Exhaust Gas WARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make you unconscious and caneventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)follow these safety tips: Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confinedareas a...

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 ▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . 84 ▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84...

䡵 Voice Command — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 116 ▫ Voice Command System Operation . . . . . . . . 116 ▫ Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 ▫ Voice Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 䡵 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal andvertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center onthe view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the smallcontrol under the mirror to the night position (toward therear of the vehicl...

Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glarefrom vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on oroff by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A lightnext to the button will illuminate to indicate when thedimming feature is activated. CAUTIO...

WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger sideconvex mirror will look smaller and farther awaythan they really are. Relying too much on yourpassenger side convex mirror could cause you tocollide with another vehicle or other object. Use yourinside mirror when judging the size or dist...

Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s doortrim panel, next to the power door lock switch. A rotaryknob selects the left mirror, right mirror or off position. After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the samedirection you want the mirror to move. Use the center offpositio...

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor.To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward andswing the mirror cover upward. The light turns onautomatically. Closing the mirror cover turns off the light. Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED Uconnect™ ...

Uconnect™ Phone Button Depending on the vehicle options, either theradio or the mirror will contain the two controlbuttons (Uconnect™ Phone button) and (Voice Command button) that will en- able you to access the system. Voice Command Button Actual button location may vary with the ra-dio. The indivi...

• Automatic download and update, if supported, beginsas soon as the Bluetooth 威 wireless phone connection is made to the Uconnect™ Phone, for example, after youstart the vehicle. • A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down-loaded and updated every time a phone is connectedto the Uconnect™ Pho...

NOTE: • The phone handset must support Bluetooth 威 OBEX transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature. • Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if theyare already connected to any system via Bluetooth 威 , and you may see a message on the phone display thatthe Bluetooth 威 link is busy. In thi...

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 just edited, or returnto the main menu. ⬙ Phonebook Edit ⬙ can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in thephonebook...

Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through theUconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on yourcellular service plan. For example, if your cellular serviceplan provides three-way calling, this feature can beaccessed through the Uconnect™ Phone. Check withyour cellular s...

• Continue to follow the system prompts to completethe language selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts andvoice commands will be in that language. NOTE: After every Uconnect™ Phone language change operation, only the language-specific 32-name phone-book is usable. The paired ph...

To restore the Voice Command system to factory defaultsettings, enter the Voice Training session via the aboveprocedure and follow the prompts. Voice Command • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror toprovide at least 1 ⁄ 2 in (1 cm) gap between the overhead console (if equipped) and the m...

• Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect™ Phone Lo-cal) name recognition rate is optimized when theentries are not similar. • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” mustbe spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • You can say ⬙ O ⬙ (letter ⬙ O ⬙ ) for ⬙ 0 ⬙ (zero). • Even though internatio...

General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules andRSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions: • Changes or modifications not expressly approved bythe party responsible for compliance could void theuser’s authority to operate the equipment. • T...

NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice Command button first and wait for the beep before speaking the “Barge In” commands. Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect™Voice “Voice Training” feature may be use...

Power Seats The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seatnear the floor. Use this switch to move the driver’s seatup or down, forward or rearward, or to recline theseatback. The passenger’s seat will move up or down,forward or rearward. WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is movi...

Power Reclining Seats The recliner control is located on the outboard side of theseat. WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that theshoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.In a collision you could slide under the seat belt andbe seriously or even fatally injured. Use the ...

Lumbar Support This feature allows you to increase or decrease theamount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever for-ward to increase and rearward to decrease the desiredamount of lumbar support. Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the eventof a rear impact. The head r...

NOTE: Ensure that the front of the head restraint is facing toward the front of the vehicle. WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed orimproperly adjusted could cause serious injury ordeath in the event of a collision. The head restraintsshould always be checked prior to operatin...

WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex-haustion or other physical condition must exercisecare when using the seat heater. It may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially if us...

When the seatback is folded to the upright position, makesure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of theseatback above the seat strap. WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked intoposition. If the seatback is not securely locked intoposition, the seat will not provide the ...

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Two latches must be released to open the hood. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left sideof the instrument panel. 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safetycatch to the left. The safety catch is located under thecenter front edge of the hood....

Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detentfor parking light and instrument panel light operation.Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent forheadlight, park light, and instrument panel lightoperation. Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headl...

The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be enabled ordisabled. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” in “Under-standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. Headlight Time Delay This feature provides the safety of headlight illuminationfor...

Fog Lights The front fog light switch is built into the head-light switch. To activate the front fog lights, turnon the parking lights or the low beam headlights and press the headlight switch. To turn off the front foglights, either press headlight switch again or turn off theheadlight switch. An i...

Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn offautomatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch ismoved to the LOCK position. This will occur if theinterior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is ope...

Dome Light Position Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to thesecond detent to turn on the interior lights. The interiorlights will remain on when the dimmer control is in thisposition. Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom OFFposition. The interior ligh...

WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshieldcould lead to an accident. You might not see othervehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing ofthe windshield during freezing weather, warm thewindshield with the defroster before and duringwindshield washer use. Mist Feature Push the ...

TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering columnupward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen orshorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping controlhandle is located below the steering wheel at the end ofthe steering column. To unlock the steering column...

ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow agreater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt andseat position. This feature allows both the brake andaccelerator pedal to move toward or away from thedriver to provide improved position with the steeringwhe...

• The pedals can be adjusted while driving. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the transmission is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control ison. CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedalsor impede its ability to move as it may cause damageto the pedal controls. Pedal tra...

NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shutdown if multiple Speed Control functions are operated atthe same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed ControlSystem can be reactivated by pushing the ElectronicSpeed Control ON/OFF button ...

• The Electronic Speed Control may not engage if adifferent size tire is installed on one wheel, such as thecompact spare tire. To Deactivate The system will disable Electronic Speed Control withouterasing the memory if you: • Softly tap the brake pedal. • Press the brake pedal. • Pull the Electroni...

To decrease speed while Electronic Speed Control is set,push down and hold the Electronic Speed Control leverin SET DECEL. Release the Electronic Speed Controllever when the desired speed is reached, and a new setspeed will be established. Tapping the Electronic Speed Control lever to SET DE-CEL onc...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lightsand storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage DoorOpener (HomeLink 威 ) buttons and power sunroof switch may also be included, if equipped. Courtesy/Reading Lights At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/reading lights. P...

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink 威 replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garagedoor openers, motorized gates, lighting or home securitysystems. The HomeLink 威 unit operates off your vehicle’s battery. The HomeLink 威 buttons are located i...

WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are training the Universal Transceiver.Do not train the transceiver if people, pets, orother objects are in the path of the door or gate.Only use this transceiver with a garage dooropener that has a “stop and reverse” feature asrequ...

2. Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm)from the HomeLink 威 buttons while keeping the EVIC display in view. For optimal training, point the battery end of the hand-held transmitter away from the HomeLink 威 . 3. Simultaneously, press and hold both the chosenHomeLink 威 button and the ha...

Gate Operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig-nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds oftransmission – which may not be long enough forHomeLink 威 to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are...

General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and IndustryCanada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference 2. This device must accept any interference that may bereceived including interference that may cause und...

Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to cleanthe glass panel. Ignition Off Operation The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF.Opening either front door will cancel this feature. Thetime for this feature is...

The 12 Volt power outlet next to the ash receiver tray haspower available only when the ignition is in the ON orACC positions. WARNING! Do not place ashes inside the cubby bin located onthe center console on vehicle’s not equipped with theash receiver tray. A fire leading to bodily injury couldresul...

WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type ofoutlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use and while drivingthe vehicle. • If this outlet is mishandled, i...

CAUTION! (Continued) • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade thebattery even more quickly. Only use these inter-mittently and with greater caution. • After the use of high power draw accessories orlong periods of the vehicle not being started (...

Rear Seat Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrestbetween the rear seats. The cupholders are positionedforward in the armrest and side-by-side to provideconvenient access to beverage cans or bottles whilemaintaining a resting place for the rear occupants elbows. STORAGE ...

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 168 䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 178 ▫ Electronic ...

▫ Operating Instructions — Voice CommandSystem (VR) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 ▫ Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ Phone— If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 ▫ Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio . . . . . 195 ▫ Clock Setting Procedure —RER/REN Radio . . . ....

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — Climate Control 13 — Hood Release 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Heated Seat Switch* 14 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Hazard Switch 9 — Power Outlet 15 — Headlight Switch 4 — Electronic Stability Program OFF Button* 10 — Ash Tray* * If Equipped 5 — Glove Compart...

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank whenthe ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. Trip Odometer Button Press this button to change the display from odometer toeither of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B”will appear whe...

12. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) / TractionControl System (TCS) Indicator Light If this indicator light flashes during accelera-tion, ease up on the accelerator and apply aslittle throttle as possible. Adapt your speed anddriving to the prevailing road conditions, and do not switch off the Ele...

23. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on foras long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving,then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake ...

CAUTION! Prolonged driving with the MIL on could causedamage to the engine control system. It also couldaffect fuel economy and drivability. If the MIL isflashing, severe catalytic converter damage andpower loss will soon occur. Immediate service isrequired. WARNING! A malfunctioning catalytic conve...

Press the SCROLL button to scroll through TripFunctions, Performance Pages (if equipped),Uconnect™ gps (if equipped), System StatusMessages, and Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features). The SCROLL buttonalso functions as a remote sound system con- trol. Refer to “Remote Sound System Contr...

• Braking Distance (if equipped with PerformancePages) • 1/8 Mile (if equipped with Performance Pages) • 1/4 Mile (if equipped with Performance Pages) • Instantaneous G-Force (if equipped with PerformancePages) • Peak G-Force (if equipped with Performance Pages) • Digital Speedometer (if equipped wi...

Trip Functions Press and release the MENU button until one of thefollowing Trip Functions displays in the EVIC: • Average Fuel Economy • Distance To Empty • Trip A • Trip B • Elapsed Time • Display Units of Measure in Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the TripComputer functions. The Trip ...

When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km)estimated driving distance, the DTE display will changeto a text display of ⬙ LOW FUEL. ⬙ This display will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding asignificant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the ⬙ LOW FUEL ⬙ text and a new DTE...

Performance Pages — If Equipped WARNING! Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor-mance Pages is intended for off-highway or off-roaduse only and should not be done on any publicroadways. It is recommended that these features beused in a controlled environment and within the limitsof the la...

• Dashes will display if the vehicle fails to reach 60 mph(100 km/h) in less then 10 seconds. • The time will continue to display until the FUNCTIONSELECT button is pressed. • Pressing the FUNCTION SELECT button will clear thecurrent run time and display the vehicle’s best0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) time....

1/8 Mile, 1/4 Mile When selected, this screen displays the time it takes thevehicle to travel 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) within 30 seconds andthe vehicle’s speed when it reaches 1/8 mile (1/4 mile). • The feature will “ready” when the vehicle is at 0 mph(0 km/h). The word “READY” will flash when condi-tion...

Digital Speedometer When selected, this screen displays vehicle speed andrecords top speed. • Press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button forthree seconds to toggle between current speed and topspeed. • To reset top speed, quickly press and release the FUNC-TION SELECT button when top speed is display...

NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Cell Phones, Lap-tops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compassmodule is located, and it can cause interference with thecompass sensor, and it may give false readings. 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Pre...

Personal Settings (Customer-ProgrammableFeatures) Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recallfeatures when the transmission is in PARK. Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set-tings displays in the EVIC. Use the SCROLL button to display one of the followingchoices. “Language” ...

Press is selected, you must press the RKE UNLOCKbutton twice to unlock the passenger’s doors. When All Doors 1st Press is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE UNLOCK button. To make yourselection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECTbutton until “Driver Door 1st Pres...

“Display Units of Measure in” The EVIC, odometer, and Uconnect™ gps (if equipped)can be changed between English and Metric units ofmeasure. To make your selection, press and release theFUNCTION SELECT button until “ENGLISH” or “MET-RIC” appears. MEDIA CENTER 730N/430 (RER/REN/RBZ) —AM/FM STEREO RADI...

Changing the Time Zone 1. Turn on the radio. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. Theclock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. Touch the screen where the words “Set Time Zone” aredisplayed. The time zone selection menu will appear onthe screen. 4. Select a time zone by touching th...

Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. 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 radio. Electronic Volume Contro...

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 button/knob, or wait five seconds. RW/FF Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttonscauses the tuner to search for the next frequency in thedire...

Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again toexit setting tone, balance, and fade. AM/FM Button Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode. SET/RND Button — To Set the PushbuttonMemory When you are receiving a station that you wish tocommit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RNDbutton. Th...

EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed,the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it. A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. NOTE: Ej...

SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Press this button while the CD is playing to activateRandom Play. This feature plays the selections on thecompact disc in random order to provide an interestingchange of pace. Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran-domly selected track. Press the RND ...

Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are notsupported. Playback of MP3 Files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take moretime to start playing the MP3 files. Loading times fo...

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 screen. TIME Button Press the TIME button to alternate display of the timeand radio frequency. Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the TIME butt...

By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type iconis displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequencystation 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 Music Type(Program Type) mode, the Musi...

TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CDplaying time display to a small CD playing time display. RW/FF 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. The RW (Reverse) buttonworks in a ...

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 radio display of filenames and folder names is limited. For large numbersof files and/or folders, the radio may be unable todisplay the file nam...

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. MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency (kHz) Bit Rate (kbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224,192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 MPEG-2 Audio Layer...

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 byturning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob. Selecting afolder by pressing the TUNE/SCROLL control knob willbegin playing the files contained in that folder (o...

Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — IfEquipped Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast-ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast tocoast. The subscription service provider is Sirius SatelliteRadio. This service offers over 130 channels of music,sports, news, enter...

Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID numberdisplay will time out in two minutes. Press any button onthe radio to exit this screen. Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode Press the SAT button until ⬙ SAT ⬙ appears in the display. A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite ra...

Play Mode When switched to UCI mode, the iPod 威 automatically starts Play mode. In Play mode, use the following buttons on theradio faceplate to control the iPod 威 and display data: • Use the TUNE control knob to select the next orprevious track. • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, whilep...

• Pressing the REPEAT button will change the iPod 威 mode to repeat the current playing track. • Press the SCAN button to use iPod 威 scan mode, which will play the first five seconds of each track in thecurrent list and then forward to the next song. To stopSCAN mode and start playing the desired tra...

bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, withinthe loading design of the rack. Do not place items directlyon or above the antenna. Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of thefollowing reasons: • The vehicle is parked in an underground parkingstructure or und...

KICKER 姞 HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) –IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art audioamplifier that provides 5.1-channel surround sound from any stereo audio source. A new feature of the KICKER 威 audio system offers the ability to choose sur...

media sources (DVDs, Video CDs, or other video mediasupported by the radio). Some audio will sound better inDSS modes, others in Stereo mode. When in “Audio Surround” mode, balance is set auto-matically. Fader control is available to add more sur-round audio if desired. VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (V...

• 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 screen has been raised to its viewing position. • The touch screen radio and DVD player controls allowfront seat operation for easy setup in the case ...

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on thesurface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clockpositions. Vehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttonsare also equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driv...

When the EVIC is in the Compass/Temp/Audio screen, press the FUNCTION SE-LECT button to operate various radio, me-dia, and Universal Customer Interface(UCI) functions (i.e., advance presets, se-lect next folder, jump to or start playing songs in playlists, etc., depending on which radio is inthe veh...

RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on inyour vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance fromyour radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminatedby relocating the cellular phone antenna. This conditionis not harmful to the radio. If your rad...

NOTE: • The surface of the climate control panel and the topcenter of the instrument panel should be kept free ofdebris due to the location of the climate controlsensors. Mud on the windshield may also cause pooroperation of this system. • Extended use of recirculation may cause the windowsto fog. I...

conditioning. An indicator in the button illuminateswhen manual compressor operation is selected. NOTE: To control the air conditioning manually, the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position. • Recirculation Control This button can be used to block out smoke,odors, dust, high humidity, o...

Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months isnot recommended because it may cause window fogging. Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service(i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the airconditioning system at idle for about five minut...

Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 ▫ Normal Starting (Tip Start) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 ▫ Extreme Cold Weather(Below ⫺ 20°F Or ⫺ 29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 ▫ ...

▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 ▫ Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 ▫ Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 䡵 Driving Through Water . . . . . . . . ....

䡵 Tires — General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 ▫ Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 ▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . 295 ▫ Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

䡵 Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 ▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . 314 䡵 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 ▫ Vehicle Certification Label . . . . . . . . . ...

Normal Starting (Tip Start) NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing theaccelerator pedal. Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the STARTposition and release it as soon as the start...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come toa complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after thevehicle has come to a complete stop and the engineis at idle speed. •...

Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override There is an override for the BTSI that allows you to movethe shift lever out of the PARK position if an electricalsystem malfunction occurs (i.e., dead battery). To accessthe override, remove the rubber tray from the storage binlocated to the right of the...

Five-Speed Automatic Transmission Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should bedone only after the accelerator pedal is released and thevehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brakepedal when moving the shift lever between these gears. Gear Ranges PARK This range supplements the park...

CAUTION! Coasting the vehicle or driving for any other reasonwith the shift lever in NEUTRAL can result intransmission damage. WARNING! Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off theignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafepractices that limit your response to changing trafficor road condition...

Temporary Transmission Limp Home Mode The transmission is monitored for abnormal conditions.If a condition is detected that could result in transmissiondamage, the transmission will engage Limp Home Mode.If vehicle acceleration worsens, or the transmission nolonger shifts, the transmission is most l...

one second. The transmission will now operate automati-cally, shifting between the five available gears. General Information • You can start out in first or second gear. The systemwill ignore attempts to upshift at too low of a vehiclespeed. • The transmission will automatically downshift to firstge...

Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for awedge of water to build up between the tire and roadsurface. This is known as hydroplaning and may causepartial or complete loss of vehicle control and stoppingability. To reduce this possibility, the following precau-tions should be ...

Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving throughshallow standing water, consider the following Cautionand Warning before doing so. CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing waterbefore driving through it. Never drive throughstanding water that is deeper than the bot...

WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi-cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph(8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • Driving through standing water limits your vehi-cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stop-ping distances. Therefore, after driving through...

• Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer-ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time.This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steeringsystem. This noise should be considered normal, and itdoes not in any way damage the steering system. WARNING! Continued operation with redu...

WARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface andwith the engine off to prevent injury from movingparts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Donot overfill. Use only manufacturer’s recommendedpower steering fluid. If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicatedlevel. Wi...

WARNING! (Continued) • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengagedbefore driving; failure to do so can lead to brakefailure and an accident. • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damageor injury. Also be certain to leave the transmissionin PARK...

Anti-Lock Brake System The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increasedvehicle stability and brake performance under mostbraking conditions. The system automatically “pumps”the brakes during severe braking conditions to preventwheel lock-up. The electronic brake force distribution (EBD) prevents ...

All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size andtype and tires must be properly inflated to produceaccurate signals for the computer. Anti-Lock Brake Light The “Anti-Lock Brake Light” monitors the anti-lock brake system. The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON posit...

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronicbrake control system commonly referred to as ESP. Thissystem includes the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), theTraction Control System (TCS), the Brake Assist System(BAS), and the Electronic Stability Program (ESP). Thes...

WARNING! With the ESP switched OFF, the enhanced vehiclestability offered by ESP is unavailable. In an emer-gency evasive maneuver, the ESP system will not en-gage to assist in maintaining stability. The “Full Off”ESP mode is intended for off-highway or off-road only. Synchronizing ESP The Malfuncti...

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 size designa-tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European-Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Tires designed to this standard haveth...

Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = S...

EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load correspondingto its load index under certain operating conditions— The maximum speed correspo...

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. Tires withwhite sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TINon the outboard side of bl...

Tire Terminology and Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body locatedbetween the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) runningfrom the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after th...

Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the:1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle2) total weigh...

Loading The 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 carrying capacity if youadhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tireinflation pressures specified on the Tire and LoadingInformation pl...

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 injure some-one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 30 secondscontinuously when you are stuck, and do not...

Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after sixyears, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure tofollow this warning can result i...

Tire Rotation – Standard Tires The suggested rotation method is the “side-to-side” asshown in the following diagram. Tire Rotation – All Season Tires The suggested rotation method for vehicles equippedwith all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown inthe following diagram. Tire Rotation Tire R...

NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire careand maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failureor condition. • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gaugewhile adjusting your tire pressure. • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causesthe tire to overheat and c...

• Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec-tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and • TPM Telltale Light. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (ifequipped) has a TPM sensor. The full size spare can beused in place of any of the four road tires. A spare with apressure bel...

turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for theTPMS to receive this information. Check TPMS Warning If a system fault is detected, the TPM Telltale Light willflash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.The system fault will also so...

The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow-ing licenses: United States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KR5S120123 Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2671-S120123 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 6.1L Engine The 6.1L engine is designed to meet allemissions regulations and pr...

The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso-line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro-vide excellent performance and durability of engine andfuel system components. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy-genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE...

To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once withE85 perform the following: • drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer) • change the engine oil and oil filter • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset theengine controller memory More extensive repairs will be required for prolonge...

Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’sperformance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-mance and damage the emissions control system. • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignitionmalfuncti...

NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler cap doorreinforcement. CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions controlsystem could result from using an improper fueltank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impu...

WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or nearthe vehicle when the gas cap is removed or thetank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine isrunning. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into aportable container that is inside of a vehicle. Youcould be burned. Always p...

VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown onthe “Vehicle Certification Label.” This informationshould be used for passenger and luggage loading asindicated. Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating(GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Vehicle Certifi...

NOTE: • Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to therear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR andGAWRs. • Refer to the “Tire Placard” for your vehicle’s propertire pressure. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME,...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 䡵 TIREFIT Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 ▫ TIREFIT Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 ▫ TIREFIT...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in theswitch bank near the top center of the instrument panel. Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warningflasher. When the switch is activated, all directionalturn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an eme...

CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damageyour vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F(116°C) or greater pull over and stop the vehicle. Idlethe vehicle with the air conditioner turned off untilthe pointer drops back into the normal range 200–230°F (93–110°C). If the pointer remai...

TIREFIT Storage The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation 1. Sealant Bottle 2. Deflation Button — If Equipped 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Power Button TIREFIT Location 322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

5. Mode Select Knob 6. Sealant Hose (Clear with Yellow Cap) 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) 8. Power Plug Using the Mode Select Knob and Hoses Your TIREFIT kit may be equipped with either of thefollowing symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Selecting Air Mode Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to thispo...

TIREFIT Usage Precautions • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and SealantHose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on thebottle label) to assure optimum operation of the sys-tem. Refer to “Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT” section (F)“Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement”. • The Sealant Bottle (...

WARNING! (Continued) • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case ofallergic reaction or rash, consult a physician im-mediately. Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children.If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately withplenty of water and drink plenty of water. Do notinduce vomiting! Consult a physician...

3. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove theyellow cap from the fitting at the end of the hose. 4. Place the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground next to thedeflated tire. 5. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screwthe fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto thevalve stem. 6. Uncoil...

2. Connect the Power Plug (8) to a different 12 Voltpower outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if avail-able. Make sure the engine is running before turning ONthe TIREFIT kit. 3. The Sealant Bottle (1) may be empty due to previoususe. Call for assistance. NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is o...

5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6)assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as possible.Refer to “(F) Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement.” NOTE: When having the tire serviced advise the autho- rized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealedusing the TIREFIT service...

JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery inanother vehicle or by using a portable battery boosterpack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperlyso please follow the procedures in this section carefully...

Remote Battery Posts 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 bymoving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands orbracelets that might make an inadvertent electricalcontact...

3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, parkthe vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set theparking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. WARNING! Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as thiscould establish a ground connection and personalinjury could result. Jump-Starting ...

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, itcan often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn yoursteering wheel right and left to clear the area around thefront wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-VERSE and DRIVE. Using minimal accelerator pedalpressure to mai...

Vehicles equipped with AWD can be towed with thetransmission in NEUTRAL and the rear wheels OFF theground (or the rear driveshaft removed) with no limita-tion on speed or distance. CAUTION! • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the frontwith sling-type towing equipment. Damage to thefront fascia...

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 6.1L . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . 342 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342 䡵 Emissions Inspection And MaintenancePrograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

▫ Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 ▫ Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363 ▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365 ▫ Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection FromCorrosio...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.1L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2 — Integrated Power Module 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick 5 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 10 — ...

TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message. If theproblem continues, the message will appear the next timethe vehicle is started. A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler capmay also turn on the MIL. EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEPROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal re...

NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civilpenalties being assessed against you. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Only do service work for which youhave the knowledge and the proper equipment. If yo...

Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filterat every engine oil change. Engine Oil Filter Selection This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oilfilter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The qualityof replacement filters varies considerably. Only high...

Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filtersvaries considerably. Only high quality filters should beused to assure most efficient service. MOPAR 威 engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and arerecommended. Maintenance-Free Battery Your vehic...

Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditionershould be checked and serviced by an authorized dealerat the start of each warm season. This service shouldinclude cleaning of the condenser fins and a performancetest. Drive belt tension should also be checked at thistim...

Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the EnvironmentalProtection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioningservice be performed by authorized dealers or otherse...

Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items asseat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such asMOPAR 威 Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure quiet, ...

Cooling System – Drain, Flush, and Refill If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains aconsiderable amount of sediment, clean and flush with areliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thoroughrinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properlydispose of the old engine coolant (an...

Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved enginecoolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenanceintervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used upto five years or 102,000 miles (170 000 km) beforereplacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte-nance period, it is...

Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method fordetermining that the engine coolant (antifreeze) level isadequate. With the engine OFF and cold, the level of theengine coolant (antifreeze) in the bottle should be be-tween the ranges indicated on the bottle. The radiator normally r...

• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions arerequired, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottledoes not drop when the engine cools, the coolingsystem should be pressure tested for leaks. • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at50% HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze) (mini...

Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediatelyif the brake system warning light indicates system fail-ure. Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-forming underhood services. Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removingth...

CAUTION! • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu-facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio-ration in transmission shift quality and/or torqueconverter shudder. Using a transmission fluidother than that recommended by the manufacturerwill result in more frequent fluid and filterchanges....

• Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR 威 Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protectyour paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffingthat may diminish the gloss or thin out the paintfinish. CAUTION! • Do not use abrasive o...

• If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are wellpackaged and sealed. • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, considermud or stone shields behind each wheel. • Use MOPAR 威 Touch Up Paint or equivalent on scratches as soon as p...

To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses andreducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. Toremove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-lowed by rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steelwool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. Glass ...

Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if thebuckles do not work properly. Cleaning the Center Console Cupholders Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergentwith the cupholder in the center console. NOTE: The cupholder cannot be removed. FUSES Integrated Power Module The Inte...

CAUTION! • When installing the integrated power modulecover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do somay allow water to get into the integrated powermodule and possibly result in an electrical systemfailure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is ...

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Description 8 — 30 AmpGreen Starter 9 — — — 10 30 AmpPink — Windshield Wiper 11 30 AmpPink — Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS) Valves 12 40 AmpGreen — Radiator Fan 13 50 AmpRed — Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS) Pump Motor 14 — — — Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Description 15 ...

Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in thetrunk under the spare tire access panel. This centercontains fuses and relays. Opening the Access Panel Rear Power Distribution Center 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Description 23 — — — 24 — — — 25 — — — 26 — — — 27 — 10 AmpRed Occupant Restraint Con-troller (ORC) 28 — 10 AmpRed Ignition Run 29 — 5 AmpOrange Cluster/Electronic Sta-bility Program (ESP)/Powertrain ControlModule (PCM)/StopLight Switch 30 — 10 AmpRed Door Modules/Pow...

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-Fuse Description 38 — 10 AmpRed Cargo Light/SatelliteReceiver (SDARS) Video– If Equipped/VehicleInformation Module – IfEquipped 39 — 10 AmpRed Heated Mirrors – IfEquipped 40 — 5 AmpOrange Auto Inside RearviewMirror/Heated Seats – IfEquipped/Switch Bank 41 — — — 42 30 AmpPi...

Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, andPark/Turn Lamp — Models with High IntensityDischarge Headlamps (HID) HID Headlamps The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube.High voltage can remain in the circuit even with theheadlamp switch off and the key removed. Because of this, you shoul...

Backup Lamp, Side Marker Lamp, Tail/Turn Lamp,and Tail/Stop Lamp 1. Open the trunk. 2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the taillampassembly. 3. Pull back the trunk liner. 4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of thetaillamp assembly. 5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the...

11. Reinstall the taillamp assembly, fasteners, electricalconnector, and trunk liner. 12. Close the trunk. License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rearfascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly andinstall the replacement bulb. 4...

FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-40, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 6.1 Liter Engine (MOPAR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 15.2 Quarts 14.4 Liters * Includes heat...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance . . . . . . 394 䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . . 396 8 M A I N TE N A N C E SC H E DU LE S

EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensurethe continued proper functioning of the emissions controlsystem. These and all other maintenance services in-cluded in this manual, should be done to p...

• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brakemaster cylinder, and power steering, add as needed. • Check all lights and other electrical items for correctoperation. At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. CAUTION! Failure to perform the requ...

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . 413 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413 ▫ Be Reasonable With R...

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 you are still not satisfied, talk to thegeneral manager or owner of the authorized dealer-ship. They want to know if you need assistance. • If an a...

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SpeechImpaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, themanufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customercenter. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, whohas access to a TDD or a...

We appreciate that you have made a major investmentwhen you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealerhas also made a major investment in facilities, tools, andtraining to assure that you are absolutely delighted withthe ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with theirsincere efforts to resolve a...

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 recall and remedycampaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved inindividual problems between you, your authorizeddealer, and the manufacturer. To con...

Brightness, Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381,382Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78,381 Calibration, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189Capacities, Fluid . . . . . ....

Console, Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159Console, Overhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145Contract, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) . . . . . . . . . . 361Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . ...

Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346,390,391Oil Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346Oil Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177,275Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Brake Assist Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281Brake Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173,272Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . . . . . . . 175,301Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78,133,134,170Vanity Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) . . . . . . . . . 4,417 Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Settings, Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256,260 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . ....

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