Chrysler 2009 Aspen - Owner Manual Manual do Utilizador

Chrysler LLC81-026-0952First Edition Printed in U.S.A.2009 ASPENASPEN2009 OWNER’S MANUAL

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

the call, press and hold the PHONE button until you heara single beep, indicating that the incoming call wasrejected.Answer or Reject an Incoming Call

Conference CallWhen two calls are in progress (one active and one onhold), press and hold the PHONE button until you heara double beep indicating that

Call ContinuationCall continuation is the progression of a phone call on theUConnectt system after the vehicle ignition key has beenswitched to OFF. C

Emergency AssistanceIf you are in an emergency and the mobile phone isreachable:•Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergencynumber for your area

NOTE: The Towing Assistance number dialed is basedon the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528-2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canad

numbers, followed by 9Send,9 is also to be used fornavigating through an automated customer service cen-ter menu structure, and to leave a number on a

Phone and Network Status IndicatorsIf available on the radio and/or on a premium displaysuch as the instrument panel cluster, and supported byyour cel

Advanced Phone ConnectivityTransfer Call to and from Cellular PhoneThe UConnectt system allows ongoing calls to be trans-ferred from your cellular pho

Select Another Cellular PhoneThis feature allows you to select and start using anotherphone paired with the UConnectt system.•Press the PHONE button t

Voice TrainingFor users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnecttsystem Voice Training featu

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

•Performance is maximized under:•low-to-medium blower setting,•low-to-medium vehicle speed,•low road noise,•smooth road surface,•fully closed windows,

•low-to-medium vehicle speed,•low road noise,•smooth road surface,•fully closed windows,•dry weather conditions, and•operation from the driver’s seat.

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

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

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

Pressing the VR hard-key while the system is speaking isknown as “barging in.” The system will be interruptedand you can add or change commands. This

Main MenuStart a dialogue by pressing the VR hard-key. You maysay MAIN MENU to switch to the main menu.In this mode, you can say the following command

▫ General Information... 25▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ... 25▫ Battery Replacement ... 27m Remote Start

•NEXT CHANNEL (to select the next channel)•PREVIOUS CHANNEL (to select the previous chan-nel)•LIST CHANNEL (to hear a list of available channels)•SELE

−PREVIOUS (to play the previous memo)−DELETE (to delete a memo)•DELETE ALL (to delete all memos)NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the VRhard-k

SEATSManual Front Seat AdjustmentThe adjusting lever is at the front of the seat, near thefloor. Lift the lever and move the seat to the desiredpositi

return the seatback to its normal position. Using bodypressure, lean forward and rearward on the seat to besure the seatback is locked.WARNING!Do not

To lower the head restraint, depress the release buttonlocated at the base of the head restraint and push downon the head restraint.Eight-Way Driver’s

Four-Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If EquippedThe front passenger’s power seat switches are located onthe right side of the passenger seat lower side t

The controls for the second row heated seats are locatedon the center console between the second row seats.NOTE: The High level setting will operate f

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

3. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on theoutboard side of the seat and push the seatback forward.4. Pull up on the release handle and li

To fold and tumble the second row seats from the thirdrow fully raise the lever at the rear of the seat to fold theseatback. Continue lifting the leve

▫ Seat Belt Extender ... 52▫ Driver And Right Front PassengerSupplemental Restraint System(SRS)—Airbags ... 53▫

Second row leather seats have seatback recliners at the40% seating positions. Raising the lever allows the seat-back to be reclined an additional 11 d

To fold the 20%seatback, pull the strapforward to releasethe seatback. Fold the seatback down for use as anarmrest or to carry cargo. When returning t

WARNING!Do not drive the vehicle with the outer 40% secondrow seats in the tumbled position. The outer 40%second row seats are only intended to be tum

Third Row Seat Bench — If EquippedTo Fold the SeatsFolding the third seat occurs in two stages: First, thecushion is lifted and moved forward from the

CAUTION!When loading cargo into the rear of your vehicle withthe third row seat folded flat, be careful not todamage the material on the head restrain

NOTE: The seat belt buckles are hinged to fold with theseatback.WARNING!•Do not sit in the third row seat unless the cushionand back are properly enga

Third Row Seat 40% Seatback FoldThird Row Seat Features1 — Seatback Return Strap2 — Seatback Release Lever134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHIC

Third Row Seat Folded Forward Third Row Seat Return Pull StrapUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1353

DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDOnce programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on thedriver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seatpositio

Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKETransmitter to MemoryNOTE: Each time the S (SET) button and a numberedbutton (1 or2) are pressed,you erase the

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

Memory Position RecallNOTE:•The driver’s seat belt must be unbuckled to recallmemory positions.•The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory posi-tion

To disable another RKE transmitter linked to eithermemory position, repeat steps 1-3 for each RKE transmit-ter.NOTE: The capability to link RKE transm

position. Each stored memory setting will have an asso-ciated Easy Exit and Easy Entry position. The Easy Exitand Easy Entry feature may be automatica

2. Push the safety latch lever to the left. It is locatedbetween the grille and hood opening right of the center.To prevent possible damage, do not sl

LIGHTSHeadlight SwitchHeadlights, Parking Lights and Instrument PanelLightsThe headlight switch is located next to the steeringwheel, on the left side

Rotating the headlight switch clockwise to the firstposition will turn on the parking lights, taillights, sidemarker lights, license plate light and i

Automatic Headlights — If EquippedAutomatic headlights can be activated by rotating therotary headlight switch to the symbol “A.” The head-lights will

Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the frontdoors are opened, when the dimmer control is rotated tothe second upward detent position or when

NOTE: While the engine is running, the system willdeactivate the fog lights and heated seats if a low batterysystem voltage is detected.Illuminated En

Fog Lights — If EquippedThe fog lights are turned on by placing the headlightrotary control in the parking light, headlight or Autoposition and pressi

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

Multifunction LeverThe multifunction lever is located on the left side of thesteering column.Turn SignalsMove the multifunction lever upward to signal

Flash-To-PassYou can signal another vehicle with your headlights bypartially pullingthe multifunction lever towardthe steer-ing wheel. This will momen

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSWindshield WipersThe wipers and washers are operated by a switch in themultifunction lever. Turn the end of the multifunc

WARNING!Sudden loss of visibility through the windshieldcould lead to an accident. You might not see othervehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden

NOTE: To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washersystem in cold weather, select a solution or mixture thatmeets or exceeds the temperature range of

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

Adjustment1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 in(254 mm) away from the airbag located in the center ofthe steering wheel.2. Fasten

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPEDThe control buttons for the Electronic Speed Control arelocated on the steering wheel. When engaged, the Elec-tr

To ActivatePush the ON/OFF button to the ON position. In theinstrument cluster, the word “CRUISE” illuminates toindicate that the system is on.NOTE: T

To Vary The Speed SettingWhen the Electronic Speed Control System is ON, thespeed can be increased by pressing and holding theRESUME/ACCEL button. Whe

CAUTION!An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Alwaysremove key from the ignition and lock all doorswhen leaving the vehicle unattended.Locking

WARNING!Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where thesystem cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve-hicle could go too fast for the conditions

Rear Park Assist Warning DisplayThe Rear Park Assist Warning Display, located in theheadliner near theflipper glass, providesboth visible andaudible w

WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCESDISPLAY LED OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM: LED COLOR AUDIBLE SIGNALREAR CORNERS REAR CENTERInner LED 79 in (200 cm) Yellow Yes, Half

WARNING!•Drivers must be careful when backing up, evenwhen using the Rear Park Assist system. Alwayscheck carefully behind your vehicle, look behindyo

CAUTION!•The Rear Park Assist system is only a parking aidand it is unable to recognize every obstacle, in-cluding small obstacles. Parking curbs migh

If “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” appears in theElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) after mak-ing sure the rear bumper is clean, please see you

5. Slowly backup as necessary.6. Place the shift lever into PARK or DRIVE to exit theRear Camera system.WARNING!Drivers must be careful when backing u

OVERHEAD CONSOLEThe overhead console has the following features:•Courtesy Lights•Garage Door Opener — If EquippedCourtesy/Reading LightsThere are two

Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped. The two roundlamps are also operated individually as reading lights bypressing the center of each lens.NOTE: The

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — IfEquippedPressing the MENU button will change thedisplay to one of the following features:Trip Functio

WARNING!The key cannot be turned to LOCK until the shiftlever is in the PARK position. Do not attempt to pullthe shift lever out of PARK after the key

•AVG. MPG – Shows the average fuel economy sincethe last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, thedisplay will show dashes for two seconds. Then theh

System Status (EVIC Displays)When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displaysthe following messages:•TURN SIGNALS ON (with a continuous warnin

Unless reset, this message will continue to display eachtime you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUNposition. To turn off the message temporarily,

•“AUTO DOOR LOCK > ON” – When ON is selected,all doors will lock automatically when the vehiclereaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h). To make yoursel

•“FLASH LAMPS W/LOCK >ON” – When ON isselected, the front and rear turn signals willflash whenthe doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE Trans-m

the RKE Transmitter. To make your selection, pressand release the RESET button until “OFF,” “30 sec.,”“60 sec.,” or “90 sec.” appears.•PARK ASST. SYST

Automatic Compass CalibrationThis compass is self-calibrating, which reduces the needto calibrate the compass manually. When the vehicle isnew, the co

North is great enough to cause the compass to give falsereadings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be setusing the following procedure:NOTE:

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPEDHomeLinkt replaces up to three remote controls (hand-held transmitters) that operate devices such as garagedoor opener

WARNING!Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are training the Universal Transceiver. Donot train the transceiver if people or pets

the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in twoseconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start theengine.NOTE: A key that has not been

It is recommended that a new battery be placed in thehand-held transmitter of the device being programmedto HomeLinkt for more efficient training and

NOTE: After training a HomeLinkt channel, if thegarage door does not operate with HomeLinkt and thegarage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the

NOTE: Thereare30 seconds in which to initiate the nextstep after the “Learn” button has been pressed.7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed

3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLinkt buttonwhile you press and release - every two seconds(“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until HomeLinkth

The HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver is disabled whenthe Vehicle Security Alarm is active.Troubleshooting TipsIf you arehaving trouble programming Home

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPEDThe power sunroof control is located between the sunvisors on the overhead console.Press and hold the OPEN button rearward

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

the rear windows open, open the front and rear windowstogether to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurswith the sunroof open, adjust the sun

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (BatteryFed Configuration)CAUTION!•Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery,

NOTE: The fuse block is located in the left side kickpanel behind a removable cover near the park brakepedal.Afuse puller isattached to the insidesurf

Replacement KeysNOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicleelectronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.Once a Sentry Keyt is progr

115 Volt Inverter Outlet — If EquippedThis vehicle may also be equipped with a 115 Volt (150Watts Maximum) outlet on the rear of the front centerconso

NOTE:•When the inverter switch is pressed, there will be adelay of approximately one second before the inverterstatus indicator turns on. The status I

•115 V Inverter Plug•RCA JacksThe coin slots are located under the instrument panelcenter stack.CupholdersYour vehicle has eight cupholders. Four are

NOTE: In colder temperatures you may experience aslight delay on console doors opening; the console doorspeed will come back to normal after 1–2 cycle

Power Outlet and Portable Phone StorageThe console is equipped with a power outlet, portablephone storage bin and phone cord routing. The phonestorage

To accessthe storage bin, lift upon theconsole door latch.CARGO AREA FEATURES — IF EQUIPPEDThe cargo management system consists of a removablecargo li

To open the side cover, pull on the cover latch, and attachthe cord to the upper cargo net hook.To open the main cover, pull up on the latch, and atta

To remove the cargo management system from the ve-hicle, pull the right-hand side of the organizer towardyou so that the right pin slides out of the s

For vehicles equipped with Automatic Climate Controls(ATC) the controlscan be found on the lower rightcorner.A rotating switch located on the climate

push the button a second time. To prevent excessivebattery drain, use the defroster only when the engine isoperating.CAUTION!Use care when washing the

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3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 15seconds. After 10 seconds, a chime will s

NOTE: Crossbars are offered by Mopart accessories.External racks do not increase the total load carryingcapacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the tota

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTSm Instruments And Controls ... 202m Instrument Cluster ... 203m Instrument C

m Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo RadioWith CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And SiriusRadio... 229▫ Operating Instructions - Ra

▫ Operating Instructions - Video EntertainmentSystem (VESt) (If Equipped)... 251m Sirius Backseat TV™— If Equipped ... 251m Video Ente

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS1 — Headlight Switch 7 — Radio 13 — Transfer Case Switch*2 — Air Outlets 8 — Climate Control 14 — Speed Control Switches3 — De

Instrument ClusterUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2034

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. Fuel GaugeThe fuel gauge shows level of fuel in the tank whenignition switch is in the ON position.2. Temperature Gau

5. High Beam IndicatorIndicates that headlights are on high beam.6. Seat Belt Reminder LightThis light comes on for several seconds after theignition

8. SpeedometerThe speedometer shows the speed of the vehicle.9. Charging System LightThis light shows the status of the electrical charg-ing system. T

When the voltage is above this value again, the malfunc-tion indicator light should go out and the ABS is opera-tional. If the malfunction indicator l

•This device must accept any interference that may bereceived, including interference that may cause undes-ired operation.SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF E

Vehicle Warning MessagesFor non-Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)equipped vehicles, when the appropriate conditions ex-ist, messages such a

2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly threetimes within 10 seconds.3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.NOTE: If the indicator

button has been pressed or ESP is only partially availablecaused by lack of engine management or brake thermalmodel.19. Transmission Temperature Indic

Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock BrakeSystem (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys-tem. In this case, the light will remain o

the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected.If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspectedby an authorized dealer.The light

If the MIL comes on and remains on while driving, itsuggests a potential engine control problem and the needfor system service. See an authorized deal

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

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

29. TOW/HAULThe TOW/HAUL button is located at the end of the shiftlever. This light will illuminate when the TOW/HAULbutton has been selected.30. 4LOW

When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or whenthe radio frequency is being displayed, timekeeping isaccurately maintained.On the AM/FM/CD (6

engine, the system will shut down until the correct key isused. To exit alarming mode, press the RKE UNLOCKbutton or start the vehicle with a programm

Operating Instructions — Voice RecognitionSystem (VR) — If EquippedFor theradio, referto “Voice RecognitionSystem (VR)” inSection 3.Operating Instruct

Changing Daylight Savings TimeWhen selected, this feature will display the time of day indaylight savings time. Proceed as follows to change thecurren

SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)NOTE: The radio sales codeis located on the lowerrightside of your radio faceplate.Ope

SEEK ButtonsPress and release the SEEK buttons to search for the nextlistenable station inAM/FM mode. Press the right switchto seek up and the left sw

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

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

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

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

Press the RND button a second time to stop RandomPlay.Notes On Playing MP3 FilesThe radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3file recording me

Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.Multisession discs may contain combinations of normalCD audio tracksand computerfiles (includingM

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)NOTE:•For the remote starting feature (if equipped), refer to“Remote Starting System” in section 2.•For thepower liftgate fe

Playback of MP3 FilesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or f

Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone(UConnectt) (If Equipped)Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnectt)” inSection 3.Operating Instructions -

Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)Push the On/Volume control knob to turn on the radio.Push the On/Volume control knob a second time to turnoff 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

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

MUSIC TYPE ButtonPressing this button once will turn on the Music Typemode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE buttonor turning the Tune/Scroll

Program Type16-Digit Character Dis-playSports SportsTalk TalkTop 40 Top 40Weather WeatherBy pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type iconis displa

You may add a second station to each pushbutton byrepeating the above procedure with this exception: Pressthe SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show

If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode andbegin to play when you insert the disc. The d

TIME ButtonPress this button to change the display from a large CDplaying time display to a small CD playing time display.RW/FFPress the RW button to

The system can be programmed to unlock all the doorsupon the first UNLOCK button press by following theseprocedures:•For vehicles equipped with the El

files properly and may be unable to play the file nor-mally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported.The radio uses the following limits for file

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 Specifi-cationSampl

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)Pressthis button to change thedisplay to timeof day. Thetime of day willdisplay forfive seconds (when ignition isOFF).Oper

NOTE:•If the radio has a USB port, connecting an iPodt to thisport does not play the media. For playing an iPodt,use the separate 16–pin connector por

Controlling The iPodT Using Radio ButtonsTo get into the UCI (iPodt) mode and access a connectediPodt, press the ‘AUX’ button on the radio faceplate.

beginning of the track. If you press the SEEK >>button during play mode, it will jump to the next trackin the list.•While a track is playing, pr

the track to be played highlighted on the radiodisplay, press the TUNE control knob to select andstart playing the track. Turning the TUNE controlknob

•MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button isanother shortcut button to the genre listing on youriPodt.CAUTION!•Leaving the iPodt (or any supported dev

number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site atwww.sirius.com, or at www.siriuscanada.ca for Cana-dian residents.Electronic Serial Number/Sirius

Horn Chirp ProgrammingThe horn chirp feature will be activated when shippedfrom the assembly plants. If desired, this feature can bedisabled by follow

Selecting Satellite ModePressthe SAT buttonuntil 9SAT9 appears in the display.ACD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radiomode.Satellite A

SCAN Button (When Equipped)Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search forthe next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con-tinuing to th

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

You may add a second channel to each pushbutton byrepeating the above procedure with this exception: Pressthe SET button twice and SET 2 will show in

VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODEXRV) — IF EQUIPPEDThe optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™ con-sists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid cryst

The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center. The function of the left hand controlis different depending on which mo

3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch-ing the disc.4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,or antistatic sprays.5

CLIMATE CONTROLSManual ControlThe air conditioning and heating system is designed tomake you comfortable in all types of weather. Thefollowing describ

engine speed or power may be noticed when the com-pressor cycles. This is a normal occurrence since thecompressor will cycle on and off to maintain co

Recirculation Mode (Panel or Bi-Level)Select either the Panel or Bi-Levelmode positions when the outside aircontains smoke, odors, high humidity,or if

•For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform thefollowing procedure:1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the transmit-ter.2. After holding the

NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates inboth Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even ifthe A/C button has not been pressed. This dehu

Rear Temperature Control — If EquippedRotating this knob left to theREAR CONTROL position al-lows the passengers in thesecond and third row seats toco

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If EquippedThe controlcan be turned onby pressing thePower knob.When the control is turned on, it will be in the

Level Of Automatic Control72°F (22°C) is the recommended setting for maximumcomfort for the average person, however, this may vary.NOTE: The temperatu

FAN ControlUse this knob to regulate the amount of air deliveredthrough the system in any mode you select. Rotationof the knob to increase (clockwise)

NOTE: If the interior of the windows begin to fog, pressthe Recirculate button to return to outside air. Someconditions will cause captured interior a

Rear Temperature Control (ATC)The REAR button cycles through the following modes:Rear Control From FrontThis allows the driver or passenger to control

Rear Zone Climate Control — If EquippedHeadliner air comes from the outlets in the headliner.Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted todire

Rear Rotary Blower ControlThe second row seat occupants have control of the rearblower speed only when the front control unit is in the“REAR CONTROL”

Front Unit to Rear Unit ChartIf the Front Control isselectedRear Airflow will comefromPanel HeadlinerBi-Level HeadlinerFloor FloorMix FloorDefrost Flo

General InformationThis device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and withRS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions:1

Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with anon-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water worksvery well) will help prevent contaminants (c

Operating Tips ChartUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2694

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTSm Starting Procedures ... 275▫ Normal Starting ... 275▫ Extremely Cold Weather (Below

▫ Shallow Standing Water ... 291m Power Steering ... 293▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ... 294m Multi-Displa

▫ Limited-Use Spare — If Equipped ... 320▫ Tire Spinning ... 321▫ Tread Wear Indicators ... 321▫ Life Of Tire

▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ... 342▫ Fuel Requirements ... 342▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible FuelVehicles (E-85) An

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

Tip Start FeatureDo not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition switch tothe START position and release it as soon as the starterengages. The starter

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to getit started. Vehicles equipped with an automatictransmission cannot be started th

2. Fasten your seat belt. Fastening the seat belt willcancel any chiming that may confuse you during thisprogramming procedure.3. Place the key into t

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER – IF EQUIPPEDThe engine block heater warms the engine coolant andpermits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cordto a stan

CAUTION! (Continued)•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRALinto any forward gear when the engine is aboveidle speed.•Before shifting into any gea

PARKThis gear supplements the parking brake by locking thetransmission. The engine can be started in this range.Never use PARK while the vehicle is in

NOTE: Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for anyother reason with the shift lever in NEUTRAL can resultin severe transmission damage. Refer to “

•vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph (48km/h);•the TOW/HAUL switch has not been activated;•transmission has reached normal operatingtemperatur

The “TOW/HAULIndicator Light” will illuminate in theinstrument cluster to indicate when the switch has beenactivated. Pressing the switch a second tim

is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmis-sion is able to shift into, and out of, Overdrive. Forvehicles with 4.7L or 5.7L engines (whi

NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case OperatingInformation/Precautions – If EquippedThe NV 244 Generation II is an electric-shift transfer caseand is ope

NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is to beused for recreational towing only. Refer to “RecreationalTowing” in this sectionfor specific procedur

When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the enginespeed is approximately three times that of the 4WD or4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. Take

Battery ReplacementThe recommended replacement battery is CR2032.NOTE:Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap-ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardou

4WD LOCKThis range locks the transfer case inter-axle differential,forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the samespeed. Additional traction f

wheels to complete the shift. There may be a delay up to13 seconds for the shift to complete after the wheels havestopped spinning.NOTE: Delayed shift

NOTE: If any of the requirements to select a newtransfer case position have not been met, the transfer casewill not shift. The indicator light will fl

Flowing/Rising WaterWARNING!Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path wherewater is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).Flowing water can we

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

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

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

Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked andthe shift lever is in PARK position. When parking on ahill, you should apply the parking brake

WARNING! (Continued)•Be sure the parking brake is fully disengagedbefore driving, failure to do so can lead to brakefailure and an accident.•Never lea

WARNING!Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish theireffectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumpingmakes the stopping distance longer. Just

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

3. To reassemble the transmitter case, snap the twohalves of the case together. Make sure there is an even“gap” between the two halves. If equipped, i

NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsingsensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard.This is normal, indicating that the ABS is fun

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronicbrake control system that includes Anti-Lock Brake Sys-tem (ABS), T

Traction Control System (TCS)This system monitorsthe amount of wheelspin of each ofthe driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brakepressure is appl

applies optimum pressure to the brakes in emergencybraking conditions. This can help reduce braking dis-tances. The BAS complements the ABS. Applying

Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift bymonitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and thespeed of th

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

WARNING! (Continued)•ESP cannot prevent accidents, including thoseresulting from excessive speed in turns, or hydro-planing. Only a safe, attentive, a

WARNING!In the “Partial Off” mode, the engine torque reduc-tion and stability features are desensitized. There-fore, the enhanced vehicle stability of

NOTE: When the vehicle is in 4WD LOW, a feature ofthe ESP system remains active whether the ESP is on oroff. This feature functions similar to a limit

and the vehicle has been driven several miles at speedsgreater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorizeddealer as soon as possible to have the proble

To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during aremote start, you must first unlock the vehicle using theUNLOCK button on the (RKE) transmitt

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 standards(...blank...( = Passenger Car tire based on Euro

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

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

Tire Loading and Tire PressureTire Placard LocationNOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listedon either the face of the driver’s door or t

NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition,gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rearaxles must not be exceeded. For further informa

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from yourtrailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult thismanual to determine how this reduc

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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

DOOR LOCKSManual Door LocksAll the doors can be “manually” locked from the insideby pushing down the door lock plunger, located at therearof thedoor.

CAUTION!After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al-ways reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped). Thiswill prevent moisture and dirt from e

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

vehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, theoriginal tire should be repaired (or replaced) and rein-stalled at the first opportunity.WARN

WARNING!The limited-use spare tires are for emergency useonly. Installation of this limited-use spare tire affectsvehicle handling. With this tire, DO

These indicators are molded into the bottom of the treadgrooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depthbecomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread

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

WARNING!•NEVER use a tire with a smaller load index orcapacity, other than what was originally equippedon your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller lo

SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION— IF EQUIPPEDA light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen-gers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs (9

CAUTION! (Continued)•Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructionson method of installation, operating speed, andconditions for usage. Always use

While studded tires improve performance on ice, skidand traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may bepoorer than that of non-studded tires. Some s

locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden-tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the keyor closing the door will allow the lock

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warnthe driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehiclerecommend

For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold(parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of 33psi (227 kPa). If the ambient temperature is

NOTE:•The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire careand maintenance, or to provide warning of a tirefailure or condition.•The TPMS should not be

The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp willilluminate in the instrument cluster, and an au-dible chime will be activated when one or more ofthe fo

3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 10 min-utes above 15 mph (25 km/h), the TPM Telltale Lampwill flash on and off for 75 seconds and then

Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure WarningsThe Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi-nate in the instrument cluster, and an audible c

affects radio wave signals; 3) Lots of snow or ice aroundthe wheels or wheel housings; 4) Using tire chains on thevehicle; 5) Using wheels/tires not e

The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutesabove 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receivethis information.General InformationThis

premium gasoline will not provide a benefit over highquality regular and mid-grade gasolines, and in somecircumstances may result in poorer performanc

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

8. If a chime is not heard, the program mode wascanceled before the feature could be disabled. If neces-sary, repeat the above procedure.Auto Unlock O

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

Carbon Monoxide WarningsWARNING!Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.Follow the precautions below to prevent carbonmonoxide poisoning:•Do n

these vehicles. Please refer to the other sections of thismanual for information on features that are commonbetween Flexible Fuel and gasoline-only po

ETHANOL FUEL (E-85)E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and15% unleaded gasoline.WARNING!Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and cou

Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles(E-85) and Gasoline VehiclesFFV vehicles operated on E-85 require specially formu-lated engine oils.

CAUTION!Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanolcompatible components can damage your vehicle.ADDING FUELFuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)The gas cap

WARNING!•Never have any smoking materials lit in or nearthe vehicle when the gas cap is removed or thetank filled.•Never add fuel when the engine is r

the problem is detected twice in a row, the system willturn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolvingthe problem will turn the MIL light off

This label contains the month and year of manufacture,Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), GrossAxle WeightRating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Id

6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature hasbeen changed.7. Repeat the above steps to alternate the availability ofthis feature.8. If a ch

Inflation Pressure (Cold)This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle forall loading conditions up to full GAWR.Curb WeightThe curb weigh

WARNING!Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWRor the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do,parts on your vehicle can break, or it can cha

Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)The GCWR is thetotal permissible weight of yourvehicleand trailer when weighed in combination. (Note thatGCWR ra

Weight-Distributing HitchA weight-distributing hitch works by applying leveragethrough spring (load) bars. They are typically used forheavier loads, t

EXAMPLE — Without Weight-Distributing Hitch(Incorrect)EXAMPLE — With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct)352 STARTING AND OPERATING

Trailer Hitch ClassificationThe rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations tothe standard

Trailer Hitch ClassificationClass Max. GTW(Gross Trailer Wt.)Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg)Class II - MediumDuty3,500 lbs (1587 kg)Class III

Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped onyour bumper or trailer hitch.Consider the following items when computing theweight on the rear axle o

Perform the maintenance listed in the MaintenanceSchedule. Refer to Section 8 of this manual. When towinga trailer, never exceed the GAWR or GCWR rati

•GCWR must not be exceeded.•Total weight must be distributed between the towvehicle and the trailer so that the following fourratings are not exceeded

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

Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes−Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system orvacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.This coul

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

Towing TipsBefore setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the trailer in an area away from heavytraffic.Towing Tips — Automatic T

NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid levelbefore towing.Towing Tips — Tow/Haul (If Equipped)To reduce potential for automatic transmission ove

SNOWPLOWSnow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipmentshould not be added to the front end of your vehicle. Theairbag crash sensors may be affec

WARNING!You or others could be injured if you leave thevehicle unattended with the transfer case in theNEUTRAL position without first fully engaging t

3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position withoutstarting the engine.4. Depress brake pedal.5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.6. Using the poin

CAUTION!Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans-mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case inNEUTRAL and the engine RUNNING. With t

If any of these requirements are not met prior to depress-ing theNEUTRAL button or are nolonger met duringtheone second time, then all of the position

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTSm Hazard Warning Flasher ... 368m Jacking Instructions ... 369▫ Jack Location ...

windows will operate only when the ignition switch isturned to the ON position and for ten minutes after theignition is turned OFF or the driver’s doo

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe hazard warning flasher switch is located on the topof the steering column, just behind the steering wheel.To operate the haz

JACKING INSTRUCTIONSWARNING!•Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. Thevehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Youcould be crushed. Ne

Removing The Spare TireThe spare tire on your vehicle is located underneath thevehicle in the rear.Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack the

3. Turn the wrench counterclockwise to lower the sparetire. Continue to turn the wrench until the spare tire canbe pulled out from under the vehicle.I

PreparationsPark the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice orslippery areas. Set the parking brake and place the shiftlever in PARK (automatic

WARNING!Carefully follow these tire changing warnings tohelp prevent personal injury or damage to yourvehicle:•Always park on a firm, level surface as

3. When changing a front wheel, place the jack under theframe rail behind the wheel. Locate the jack as farforward as possible on the straight part of

Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure thatthe jack will not damage surrounding truck parts andadjust the jack position as required.4. Rai

WARNING!A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision orhard stop could injure someone in the vehicle. Al-ways stow the jack, tools and the extra

WARNING! (Continued)•If working on or near a roadway, be extremelycareful of motor traffic.•To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, aresecurely

Auto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection(Driver’s and Front Passenger Door Only)Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, andthe window

If the indicator is dark or shows a green dot, proceed asfollows:1. Wear eyeprotection andremove all metaljewelry suchas watch bands or bracelets whic

WARNING! (Continued)During cold weather when temperatures are belowfreezing point, electrolyte in a discharged batterymay freeze. Do not attempt jump-

The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to main-tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels orracing the engine is most effective. Allo

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLEProper towing or lifting equipment is required to preventdamage to your vehicle. Use of safety chains is recom-mended. Attach

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm Engine Compartment – 4.7L ... 385m Engine Compartment – 5.7L ... 386m Onboard Diagnostic Syste

▫ Exhaust System ... 397▫ Cooling System ... 400▫ Brake System ... 405▫ Automatic Transmissi

ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 4.7L1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Engine Coolant Reservoir3 — Engine Oil Dipstick

ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 5.7L1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Engine Coolant Reservoir3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 —

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

LIFTGATEThe liftgate can be unlocked using the Remote KeylessEntry (RKE) Transmitter or by activating the power doorlock switches located on the front

problem persists, the message will appear the next timethe vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap.If the problem is detected twice in a

5. 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

DEALER SERVICEYour authorized dealer has the qualified service person-nel, special tools and equipment to perform all serviceoperations in an expert m

Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground willimprove the accuracy of the oil level readings. Alwaysmaintain the oil level within the SAFE

The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommendedengine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information onengine oil filler cap location, refer to

Engine Oil Filter SelectionThe manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oilfilter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The qualityof replac

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. D

include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performancetest. Drive belt tension should also be checked at thistime.WARNING!•Use only refrigerants and

contamination of the grease. This would require com-plete replacement of the joint assembly. Refer to theService Manual for the detailed replacement p

Windshield and Rear Window WashersThe fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and therear window washer is shared. The fluid reservoir islocated in

The liftgate will not manually open if the vehicle is ingear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h).NOTE: If the liftgate is locked and is not e

inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raisedfor lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.WARNING!Exhaust gases can injure or kill.

WARNING!A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park overmaterials that can burn. Such materials might begrass or leaves coming into contact with

Cooling SystemWARNING!You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant orsteam from your radiator. If you see or hear steamcoming from under the hood,

If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amountof sediment, clean and flush with a reliable coolingsystem cleaner. Followwith a thoroughrin

Please review these recommendations for using HybridOrganic Additive Technology (HOAT) coolant. Whenadding coolant:•The manufacturer recommends using

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

When additional coolant is needed to maintain theproper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Donot overfill.Points to RememberNOTE: When t

•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winteroperation. If replacement is ever necessary, installONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs

CAUTION!Do not allow a petroleum-base fluid to contaminatethe brake fluid. Seal damage may result.Automatic TransmissionFluid Level CheckNOTE: If equi

required into the dipstick tube. Do not overfill. Afteradding any quantity of oil through the oil fill tube, waita minimum of two minutes for the oil

WARNING!During power operation, personal injury or cargodamage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path isclear. Make sure the liftgate is closed an

Selection of LubricantIt is important that the proper lubricant is used in thetransmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-mance. Useonly manufa

CAUTION!Damage may result from operation of the vehiclewith low transfer case fluid.Drain And RefillFollow the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for r

Appearance Care and Protection From CorrosionProtection of Body and Paint from CorrosionVehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-graphic l

•Use MOPARt Cleaner Wax to remove road film,stains, and to protect your paint finish. Take care neverto scratch the paint.•Avoid using abrasive compou

•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 dr

•Do not use any solvents or protectants on YES Essen-tialst products.Interior CareUse MOPARt Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery andcarpeting.Inter

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

FUSESCAUTION!When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to useonly a fuse having the correct amperage rating. Theuse of a fuse with a rating other t

Cavity Mini Fuse/Color DescriptionF1 15 Amp BlueInstrument ClusterBattery FeedF 2 10 Amp Red SpareF3 10 Amp RedIgnition Run/Start forNext Generation C

F16 20 Amp YellowReconfigurable PowerOutletsF17 20 Amp YellowIgnition Run / Rear ParkAssist / Second RowHeated SeatsF18 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter Ig

•If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructionswithin the same cycle, the system will automaticallystop and must be opened or closed manually.

This center contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses andrelays.A description of each fuse and component may bestamped on the inside cover, otherwise the c

Cav-ityCartridgeFuse /RelayMini Fuse Description14 40 AmpGreenESP Pump15 50 AmpRedJB Feed16 10 AmpRedSpare17 Spare18 20 AmpYellowFuel Pump19 20 AmpYel

Cav-ityCartridgeFuse /RelayMini Fuse Description32 Relay Starter33 Relay Electronic AutomaticTransaxle (EATX)34 Relay AC Clutch35 Relay Fuel Pump Rly3

An integrated power module is located in the left side ofthe engine compartment. This center contains cartridgefuses, mini fuses and relays. A descrip

Cav-ityCartridgeFuse /RelayMini Fuse Description16 20 AmpYellowHorn17 20 AmpYellowRear Wiper18 20 AmpYellowFront Control Module(FCM) Batt #119 20 AmpY

VEHICLE STORAGEIf you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, werecommend that you take the following steps to mini-mize the drain on your veh

BULB REPLACEMENTHeadlights/Parking/Turn Signal1. Remove the two bolts attaching the headlight to theupper fender reinforcement (hood must be opened to

4. While firmly holding the headlight in your handsdisconnect all connectors by following the proceduredescribed in step number 5 below.5. Remove the

2. Rotate the light to the outboard side of the vehicle andremove.3. Unlock and remove electrical connector.426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

4. Twist bulb sockets counterclockwise to remove fromhousing.5. Remove the bulbs from the bulb sockets by pulling thebulb straight out.License Lights1

Please pay close attention to the information in thissection. It tells you how to use your restraint systemproperly to keep you and your passengers as

2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise.3. Pull bulb from socket.Center High-Mounted Stoplight1. Remove two screws securing stoplight housing a

2. Turn socket 1/4 counterclockwise and free from hous-ing.3. Pull bulb straight from socket to remove.Fog LightsTo replace the left foglamp bulb:1. R

2. Remove the far left air dam screw at the bottom of thefascia.3. Peel back the liner and access the fog light.4. Rotate the socket and connector 1/4

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) 27 Gallons 102 LitersEngine Oil with Filter4.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.7 Lite

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

ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartAutomatic Transmission MOPARt ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.Transfer Case MOPARt ATF+4, Automa

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTSm Emissions Control System Maintenance ... 436m Maintenance Schedule ... 436▫ Required Maintenance Inte

EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type,must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensureth

NOTE:•The oil change indicator message will not monitor thetime since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’soil if it has been 6 months since your

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

•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brakemaster cylinder, power steering and transmission andadd as needed.•Check all lights and other elect

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.❏ Inspect the front and re

36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or36 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehicle fo

54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or54 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Inspect the front and re

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) or 90 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine ai

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

120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine

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

† Thismaintenance is recommended by the manufacturerto the owner, but is not required to maintain emissionswarranty.WARNING!You can be badly injured w

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTSm Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle... 451▫ Prepare For The Appointm

m Publication Order Forms ... 455m Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades ... 456▫ Treadwear...

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

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

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

WARNING!Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certainvehicle components contain, or emit, chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause c

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto SafetyHotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153),or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or w

•Diagnostic Procedure ManualsDiagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia-grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi-cal manuals make

TreadwearThe Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified governme

WARNING!• A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will notprotect you properly. The lap portion could ride toohigh on your body, possibly causing interna

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

INDEX10

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ...206,296Adding Fuel ...344Adjustable Pedals ...153Air Cleaner, Eng

Axle Fluid ...433Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ...409Battery ...385,386,393Charging ...

Cargo Organizer ...193Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ...346Cellular Phone ...88,254Center High Moun

Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...401,431,432Temperature Gauge ...204Cruise Control (Speed Control) ...155Cup Holde

Traction Control System ...300Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ...302Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...155Electr

FiltersAir Cleaner ...393Engine Oil ...392,432Engine Oil Disposal ...392FlashersHazard Wa

Tank Capacity ...431Fuel, Flexible ...See Flexible Fuel VehiclesFuel System Caution ...346Fuses ...

Heated Seats ...123Heater ...255Heater, Engine Block ...278High Beam Indicator .

WARNING!• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk ofinternal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t beat the strong hip and pelvic bones,

Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ...15Keyless Entry System ...21Keys ...12Knee Bolster ...

Traction Control ...303Turn Signal ...148,425Voltage ...206Warning (Instrument Clus

Mopar Parts ...389,454Multi-Displacement Engine System ...294Multi-Function Control Lever ...148Navigation S

Pedals, Adjustable ...153Personal Settings ...170Pets ...74Pets, Transporting

Reclining Front Seats ...120Recorder, Event Data ...63Recreational Towing ...362Shifting into

Extender ...53Front Seat ...41Pretensioners ...51Reminder ...

Spare Tire ...319,320Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...155Speedometer ...206Starting ...

Chains ...325Changing ...369Compact Spare ...319General Information ...

Minimum Requirements ...355Trailer and Tongue Weight ...354Wiring ...359Trailer Towing Guide ...

Video Entertainment System(Rear Seat Video System) ...252Voice Recognition System (VR) ...115Warning Lights(Instrument Clust

6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.If necessary, slide the latch pla

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

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As a guide, if you are shorter than average you willprefer a lower position, and if you are taller than averageyou’ll prefer a higher position. When y

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTSm Introduction ...4m Rollover Warning ...4m How To Use This Manual ...

How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode1. Buckle the combination lap/shoulder belt.2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward untilthe entire belt

WARNING!•If the small (keyed buckle) latch plate and keyedbuckle are not properly connected when the seatbelt is used by an occupant, the seat belt wi

To reattach the seat belt to the third row center seat, pullthe small (keyed buckle) latch plate forward from theheadliner slots and insert it into th

Seat Belt PretensionersThe seat belts for both front seating positions areequipped withpretensioning devices that are designedtoremoveany slack from t

The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlertt) can be en-abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or byfollowing these steps:NOTE: The following steps mu

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

Driver And Right Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint System (SRS)—AirbagsThis vehicle has airbags for both the driver and rightfront passenger as a

WARNING!•Do not put anything on or around the front airbagcovers or attempt to manually open them. You maydamage the airbags and you could be injuredb

The seat belts are designed to protect you in many typesof collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate tosevere frontal collisions.The window bag

WARNING!•Relying on the airbags alone could lead to moresevere injuries in a collision. The airbags workwith your seat belt to restrain you properly.

INTRODUCTIONThis Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaintyou with the operation and ma

How the Airbag System Works•The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determinesif a frontal collision is severe enough to require theairbags to inflate

•The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units arelocated in thecenter ofthe steering wheel and therightside of the instrument panel. When the ORC de

NOTE: At no time should any Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS) component or SRS-related component orfastener be modified or replaced with any part exc

irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particlessettle on your clothing, follow the garment manufac-turer’s instructions for cleaning.•It is

NOTE:Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap-ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.Enhanced Accident Response SystemIf the airbag

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

particular driver, vehicle, or crash, will be treated confi-dentially. Confidential data will not be disclosed by themanufacturer to any third party e

Child RestraintEveryone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all thetime - babies and children, too. Every state in the UnitedStates and all Canadia

LATCH child restraint anchorage system. (Refer to“LATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System” in thissection.)•Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used

•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming orslouching can move the belt out of position.•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move

Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts providedis a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S.government notes that the universa

•Buckle the child into the restraint exactly as themanufacturer’s instructions tell you.•When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in thevehi

the vehicle’s seat belt for the outboard position, but youmust use the vehicle’s seat belt at the center position. Ifyour child restraints are not LAT

Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child RestraintSystemWe urge that you carefully follow the directions of themanufacturerwhen installing your childrest

NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system toinstall a child restraint, please ensure that all seat beltsnot beingused for occupantrestraints are sto

the lap portion around the child restraint. Any seat beltsystem will loosen with time, so check the belt occasion-ally, and pull it tight if necessary

Child Restraint Tether AnchorThere are tether strap anchorages behind each seatingposition in the second row and behind the center seatingposition in

3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint tothe tether anchor located on the seatback and remove theslack in the tether strap according t

The recommended viscosity and quality grades areshown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENTOR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BEUSED.A new engin

mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connectionscould permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passengercompartment. In addition, inspect the exhaust

Safety Checks You Should Make Outside TheVehicleTiresExamine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns.Check for stones, nails, glass or other obje

6 INTRODUCTION

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTSm Mirrors ... 84▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ... 84▫ Automatic

▫ General Information... 115mVoice Recognition System (VR) — If Equipped.. 115▫ Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation . . . 115▫ Com

▫ Self-Limiting Control ... 139▫ Driver Easy Exit And Easy Entry Control... 139m To Open And Close The Hood ... 140m Lights

m Rear Park Assist System — If Equipped ... 158▫ Rear Park Assist Sensors ... 158▫ Rear Park Assist Warning Display ... 159▫Enabl

▫ Sunroof Maintenance ... 185m Electrical Power Outlets ... 185▫ Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off(Battery Fed Config

MIRRORSInside Day/Night MirrorA two-point pivot system allows for horizontal andvertical adjustment of the mirror. The mirror should beadjusted to cen

dimming feature is activated. This option also controlsthe driver side mirror when it is equipped with autodimming glass.CAUTION!To avoid damage to th

To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward eitherthe left (L) or right (R) position.Using the control wand, tilt the mirror into the desiredposi

WARNING!Vehicles and other objects seen in the right sideconvex mirror will look smaller and farther awaythan they really are. Relying too much on you

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

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If EquippedAn illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To usethe mirror, rotate the sun visor down and rotate them

NOTE: The UConnectt system requires a cellular phoneequipped with the Bluetootht9Hands-Free Profile,9 Ver-sion 0.96 or higher. See the UConnectt websi

Phone ButtonThe rearview mirror contains the microphonefor the system (depending on the type ofmirror and radio equipped), and either theradio or the

•For certain operations, compound commands can beused. For example, instead of saying 9Setup9 and then9Phone Pairing,9 the following compound commandc

To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer-ence your cellular phone Owner’s Manual. TheUConnectt website may also provide detailed instru

Dial by Saying a Number•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say9Dial.9•The system will prompt you to say

Add Names to Your UConnectt PhonebookNOTE: Adding names to the phonebook is recom-mended when the vehicle is not in motion.•Press the PHONE button to

NOTE:•The phone handset must support Bluetootht OBEXtransfers of phonebook entries to use this feature.•Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if t

9Phonebook Edit9 can be used to add another phonenumber to a name entry that already exists in thephonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have

•After confirmation, the phonebook entries will bedeleted.•Note that only the phonebook in the current languageis deleted.List All Names in the UConne