Dodge 2009 Caliber SRT4 Uživatelský manuál

2009 CALIBER SRT4CALIBER SRT4Chrysler LLC81-226-0938First Edition Printed in U.S.A.OWNER’S MANUAL2009

Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFFTurning confirmation prompts off will stop the systemfrom confirming your choices (e.g., the UConnect威 sys-tem will

Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF)When you mute the UConnect威 system, you will still beable to hear the conversation coming from the otherparty, but the other pa

•The UConnect威 system will play the phone names ofall paired cellular phones in order from the highest tothe lowest priority. To “select” or “delete”

Things You Should Know About Your UConnect姞SystemUConnect威 TutorialTo hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press thePHONE button and say “UCo

•Speak normally, without pausing, just as you wouldspeak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away fromyou.•Make sure that no one other than you is s

•In a convertible vehicle, system performance may becompromised with the convertible top down.Far End Audio Performance•Audio quality is maximized und

104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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

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

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:•

When you press the VR hard-key, you will hear a beep.The beep is your signal to give a command.NOTE: If you do not say a command within a fewseconds,

CommandsThe Voice Recognition system understands two types ofcommands. Universal commands are available at alltimes. Local commands are available if t

Radio FMTo switch to the FM band say “FM” or “Radio FM”. Inthis mode, you may say the following commands:•“Frequency” (to change the frequency)•“Next

MemoTo switch to the voice recorder mode say “Memo”. In thismode, you may say the following commands:•“New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During there

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

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

Manual LumbarThe lumbar adjustment handle is located on the outboardside of the driver’s seat. To increase or decrease support,rotate the handle up or

Heated Seats — If EquippedThis feature heats the front driver and passenger seats.The controls for front heated seats are located on thecenter instrum

▫ Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All FirstPress ... 21▫ Illuminated Approach — If Equipped ... 22▫ To Lock The Doors An

Adjustable Head RestraintsHead restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury inthe event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push downon the head

Folding Rear SeatTo provide additional storage area, each rear seatback canbe folded forward. Pull the strap forward to move theseat forward and flat.

Reclining Rear Seat — If EquippedFor additional comfort, pull the strap forward justenough to release the seatback latch. Then push theseatback to a r

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOODTo open the hood, two latches must be released.1. Pull the hood release lever located on the left kickpanel.2. Move the safe

To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood toclose it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately8 in (20 cm) and then drop it. This should s

Headlights, Parking Lights and Instrument PanelLightsTurn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detentfor parking light operation. Turn to t

Lights-On ReminderIf the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignitionis turned OFF, a chime will sound to alert the driverwhen the driver’s

proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.You can signal a lane change by moving the leverpartially up or down without moving beyond t

Flash-to-PassYou can signal another vehicle with your headlights bylightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. Thiswill cause the headlights t

Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If EquippedThe high beam lights will come on as Daytime RunningLights (DRL), at DRL intensity (lower), whenever theigni

▫ Enhanced Driver And Seat Belt ReminderSystem (BeltAlert威) ... 46▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ... 47▫ Driver And Front Pa

Intermittent Wiper SystemUse the intermittent wiper when weather conditionsmake a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be-tween cycles, desirabl

Mist FeaturePush down on the multifunction lever to activate a singlewipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray froma passing vehicle. As long

TILT STEERING COLUMNTo tilt the steering column, push down on the lever belowthe multifunction lever. With one hand firmly on thewheel, move the steer

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPEDWhen engaged, Electronic Speed Control takes over theaccelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph(40 km/h

To Set At A Desired SpeedWhen the vehicle has reached the desired speed, pressdown on the Electronic Speed Control lever and release.Release the accel

Tapping the SET DECEL button once will result in a1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button istapped, speed decreases.NOTE: The Electronic

On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur soit may be preferable to drive without Electronic SpeedControl.GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPE

WARNING!•Your motorized door or gate will open and closewhile you are training the Universal Transceiver.Do not train the transceiver if people or pet

Place the hand-held transmitter 1–3 in (3-8 cm) awayfrom the HomeLink威 button you wish to program whilekeeping the indicator light in view.3. Simultan

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

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

Gate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingCanadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig-nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds oftransmiss

Reprogramming A Single HomeLink姞 ButtonTo re-program a channel that has been previouslytrained, follow these steps:1. Turn the ignition switch to the

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

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

Closing the SunroofManual ModeTo close the sunroof, press and hold the switch in theforward position. Again, any release of the switch willstop the mo

Venting Sunroof — ExpressPress and hold the “V” button, and the sunroof will opento the vent position. This is called “express vent”, andwill occur re

ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETSThere is a standard 12-Volt power outlet in the instru-ment panel for added convenience. This outlet can powercell phones, ele

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

There are also two cupholders located in the back for therear passengers.CONSOLE FEATURESThe floor console’s sliding armrest moves forward 3 in(7.6 cm

A 115-Volt outlet (if equipped) to power small electronicsis on the console. For more information on this outletrefer to “Power Inverter – If Equipped

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 switch cylinder. I

Press in on the flashlight to release it. To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high,twice for low, and a third time to return to off.P

Cargo Cover — If EquippedThe cargo area trim panels include two notches formounting the available tonneau cover that accommo-dates the reclining rear

Cargo Tie-Down LoopsThere are two D-rings installed on the D-pillars forsecuring a net across the liftgate opening.WARNING!•Cargo tie-down loops are n

Fold Down Speakers — If EquippedWhen the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing downoff the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating andother act

REAR WINDOW FEATURESRear Window Wiper/WasherA switch on the right side of the steering column controlsoperation of the rear wiper/washer function. Rot

Rear Window DefrosterThe pushbutton is located on thebottom right side of the blowercontrol knob. Press this button toturn on the rear window defroste

COOLED BEVERAGE STORAGE BIN/GLOVECOMPARTMENT — IF EQUIPPEDThe upper storage bin door swings upward to present thecontents of the long shallow bin that

To operate the beverage cooler, pull the slide controlabout 0.5 in (12 mm) toward the passenger compartment.This will allow cool air to enter the beve

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instrument Panel Features ... 161䡵 Turbo Boost Gauge ... 162䡵 Instrument C

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

▫ Compass Calibration ... 186䡵 Electronic Digital Clock ... 187▫ Clock Setting Procedure ... 187䡵 Sales Code

䡵 Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo RadioWith CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And SiriusRadio... 216▫ Operating Instructions — Ra

䡵 CD/DVD Maintenance ... 237䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ... 238䡵 Climate Controls ... 238▫ Climate Con

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES1 - Air Outlets 5 - Glove Compartment 9 - Hazard Warning Flasher Switch2 - Demisters 6 - Beverage Cooler 10 - Passenger Airba

TURBO BOOST GAUGEYour vehicle is equipped with a boost gauge that indi-cates the intake manifold pressure relative to barometricpressure. The engine m

INSTRUMENT CLUSTERUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1634

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

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

9. Seat Belt Reminder LightWhen the ignition switch is first turned ON, thislight will turn on for five to eight seconds as a bulbcheck. During the bu

If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over andstop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also,shift the transmission into NEUT

Locking Doors With The KeyYou can insert the key with either side up. To lock thedoor, turn the key to the right. To unlock the door, turnthe key to t

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Do notstart the engine.2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly threetimes within 10 seconds.3. T

briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come onduring starting, have the system checked by an autho-rized dealer.17. Electronic Stability Progr

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

If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle hastraveled about one mile with the turn signals on, acontinuous chime will sound to alert you to tu

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

If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, itindicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake systemis not functioning and that service i

The EVIC consists of the following:•System status•Vehicle information warning message displays•Personal settings (customer-programmable features)•Comp

•RKE Battery Low (with a single chime)•Personal Settings Not Available•Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with a singlechime if speed is above 1

•Average fuel economy•Distance To Empty (DTE)•Elapsed time•Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)•Personal SettingsTo Reset The DisplayPressing and holding the E

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

Performance Pages display in the EVIC the followingperformance data:•1/8 mile time and speed•1/4 mile time and speed•0-60 mph (100 kp/h) time•Braking

Braking DistanceWhen the braking distance EVIC screen is active, thevehicle braking distance and speed at which the brakewas depressed will be display

G-ForceWhen the G-force screen is active, all four G-force valueswill be displayed; two longitude and two latitude.•When a force greater than zero is

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 value wi

Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h)When ON is selected, all doors lock automatically whenthe speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). P

Delay Turning Headlights OffWhen this feature is selected you can choose to have theheadlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds whenexiting the

Confirmation of Voice Commands — If EquippedWhen ON is selected, all voice commands from theUConnect威 system are confirmed. Press and hold theEVIC but

Setting The Compass Variance And CompassCalibrationCompass VarianceCompass Variance is the difference between MagneticNorth and Geographic North. To e

several times until “Compass Variance” is highlighted.The “Compass Variance” message and the current vari-ance zone number will be displayed. To chang

5. A short EVIC button press from the ⬙Calibrate Com-pass (Yes)⬙ screen will exit the EVIC Customer-Programmable Features, and return it to its normal

•Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keys威,or any other transponder-equipped components onthe same key chain will not cause a key-related(transp

SALES CODE REQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIOAND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUXJACK)NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower rightside of the radi

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

Clock Setting Procedure1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink.2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/SCROLL control knob.

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

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

By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon isdisplayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequencystation with the same selected Music Ty

NOTE:•The available selections for each of the above entriesvaries depending upon the disc.•These selections can only be made while playing aDVD.•VES™

Audio Language — If EquippedSelecting this item allows you to choose a default audiolanguage (effective only if the language is supported bythe disc).

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

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

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADAWith respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the nameChrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and thename Chrysler Canada Inc

Customer Key ProgrammingIf you have two valid Sentry Keys威, you can programnew Sentry Keys威 to the system by performing thefollowing procedure:1. Cut

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

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

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

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

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

Operating Instructions — Voice RecognitionSystem (VR) (If Equipped)For the radio, refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” inSection 3.For UConnect威 “

AM/FM/CD/DVD MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM RADIO(RER/REN) – IF EQUIPPEDNOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right sideof the unit’s faceplate.The REN and

To Manually Set the Clock — RER/REN1. Turn on the multimedia system.2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed.3. Touch the screen where “User Cl

Show Time if Radio is OffWhen selected, this feature will display the time of dayon the touch screen when the multimedia system isturned off. Proceed

SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower rightside of the radio faceplate.Op

reprogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to anauthorized dealer at the time of service to bereprogrammed.General InformationThe Sentry Key威 system

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

Setting the Tone, Balance, and FadePush the rotary Tune/Scroll control knob and BASS willdisplay. Turn the Tune/Scroll control knob to the right orlef

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

the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEKbutton will allow faster scrolling through the tracks inCD, MP3 modes.TIME ButtonPress this button

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

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

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

SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREORADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) ANDSIRIUS RADIONOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower rightside of th

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

3. The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument clusterwill flash rapidly for approximately 16 seconds. Thisshows that the system is arming. During th

3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side Tune/Scroll control knob to set the minutes. The minutes willbegin to blink.4. Adjust the minutes u

2Push the rotary Tune/Scroll control knob a second timeand MID will display. Turn the Tune/Scroll control knobto the right or left to increase or decr

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

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 Ty

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

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

RW/FFPress the RW button to stop the CD at the beginning ofthe current CD track/title.Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player willbegin to

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

When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data toan MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in thefollowing table are supported. In additio

To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommendedto use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create asingle-session disc, enable the “Disc a

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

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

Electronic Serial Number/Sirius IdentificationNumber (ESN/SID)Please have the following information available whencalling:1. The Electronic Serial Num

Satellite AntennaTo ensure optimum reception, do not place items on theroof around the rooftop antenna location or strap items tothe trunk lid around

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

Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the musictype.By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Typefunction is active, the radio will be tuned

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

Installing Subwoofer1. Align the right outside edge of the subwoofer with theoutside edge of the rib located on the load floor.2. Slide the subwoofer

4. Fold the right rear passenger seat rearward into theupright position. The rear tether anchors should engagethe hooks located on the back or the sub

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IFEQUIPPEDThe remote sound system controls are located on the rearsurface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel

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

2. Release both buttons at the same time.3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press-ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitterw

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

The air conditioning system of your vehicle containsR-134a, a refrigerant that does not deplete the ozone layerin the upper atmosphere.The controls ar

air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improvedcomfort during sunny but cool conditions.FloorAir is directed through the floor outlets and

Fan ControlUse this control to regulate theamount of air forced through thesystem in any mode you select.The fan speed increases as youmove the contro

Circulation ControlUse this button to choose betweenoutside air intake or Recirculationof the air inside the vehicle. Alamp will illuminate when youar

Air Conditioning (MAX A/C)For maximum cooling select theair direction to either the Panel orBi-Level position using the modecontrol. Press the A/C but

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Window FoggingVehicle side windows tend to fog on the inside in mildrainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, set modeto the mix or defrost positi

Side Window DemistersA side window demister outlet is at each end of theinstrument panel. These nonadjustable outlets direct airtoward the side window

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ... 250▫ Normal Starting ... 250▫ Extremely Cold Weather (Below

Sound Horn with Remote Key LockThis feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doorsare locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can beturned

䡵 Brake System ... 260▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — IfEquipped ... 261䡵 Electronic Brake Control Syste

䡵 Fuel Requirements ... 296▫ 2.4L Turbo Engine ... 296▫ Reformulated Gasoline ... 297▫ Gasoline/Oxyge

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

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

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

Use each gear in numerical order, do not skip a gear. Besure the transaxle is in 1st gear, (not 3rd gear), whenstarting from a standing position. Dama

CAUTION!If you skip more than one gear while downshiftingor downshift at too high of a vehicle speed, you coulddamage the engine, transmission, or clu

2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles.3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators firstbecome visible.4. Keep the tires properly

CAUTION!•Always check the depth of the standing waterbefore driving through it. Never drive throughstanding water that is deeper than the bottom ofthe

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.

Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock/UnlockThis feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash whenthe doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE tran

WARNING!Continued operation with reduced power steeringassist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.Service should be obtained as soon as po

PARKING BRAKEWhen the parking brake is applied with theignition ON, the brake light in the instrumentcluster will come on.NOTE: This light only shows

You should always apply the parking brake before leav-ing the vehicle.WARNING!•Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingunattended children in

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

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

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

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEMIf your vehicle is equipped with the advanced electronicbrake control system that includes Anti-Lock Brake Sys-tem (ABS

WARNING!•BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physicsfrom acting on the vehicle, nor can it increasebraking efficiency beyond that afforded by theco

ESP/TCS Indicator LightThe “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” located in the instrumentcluster, starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction andthe ESP s

This mode should be used for most driving situations.ESP should only be turned to “Partial ESP” for specificreasons as noted below.Partial ESPThis mod

The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unlessyou turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a secondtime or if the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/

Full OffThis mode is intended for off-highway or off-road useonly and should not be used on any public roadways. Inthis mode, all TCS and ESP stabilit

WARNING!With the ESP switched OFF, the enhanced vehiclestability offered by ESP is unavailable. In an emer-gency evasive maneuver, the ESP system will

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

•LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.design standards. The size designation for LT-Metrictires is the same as for P-Metric tires exc

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

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

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

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

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

RKE Transmitter Battery ReplacementNOTE:Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap-ply. See “www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”The recom

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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

Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always“cold tire inflation pressure.” Cold tire inflation pressureis defined as the tire pressure aft

WARNING!High-speed driving, with your vehicle at or abovemaximum load, is dangerous. The added strain onyour tires could cause them to fail. You could

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than30 mph (48 km/h), or for more than 30 secondscontinuously, when you are stuck; and d

Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at thispoint.Life of TireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors, including, but

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

SNOW TIRESSome areas of the country require the use of snow tiresduring Winter. Standard tires are of the all-season typeand satisfy this requirement

Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for yourtype of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules”section of this manual. More frequent rotat

NOTE: If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw,reinstall and tighten the screw until snug.DOOR LOCKSManual Door LocksUse the manual door lock p

•The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressureif the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warn-ing limit for any reason, including low te

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

•Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure,and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure inthe tire.Base SystemThis is the TPMS warn

Check TPMS WarningsThe Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash onand off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a systemfault is detected.

4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime willsound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lightwill flash on and off for 75 seconds and t

•Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages,which display in the Electronic Vehicle InformationCenter (EVIC)•Yellow Tire Pressure Monitoring Tel

graphic display of the pressure value(s) will stop flash-ing, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Light will extin-guish once the updated tire pressure(s

will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault canoccur with any of the following scenarios:1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next

limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle mayneed to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph(25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to recei

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

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

WARNING! (Continued)•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the keyfrom the ignition lock and lock your vehicle. Donot leave unattended children in t

Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline orE85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of themanufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made

content of gasoline may not be indicated on the pump,you should ask your gasoline retailer if the gasolinecontains MMT.It is even more important to lo

•The use of fuel additives, which are now being sold asoctane enhancers, are not recommended. Most of theseproducts contain high concentrations of met

ADDING FUELFuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left sideof the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be

NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, thefuel tank is full.WARNING!•Never have any smoking materials lit in or nearthe vehicle when the ga

CAUTION!Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys-tem could result from using an improper fuel tankfiller cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap

NOTE: ONLY vehicles equipped with MANUALTRANSAXLES may be recreationally towed at any legalhighway speed, for any distance, if the MANUALTRANSAXLE is

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher ... 306䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ... 306䡵 TIREFIT Kit ...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on theinstrument panel, below the radio.Press the switch and both cluster indicator

If the pointer rises to the red mark (260 °F / 126.6 °C), theinstrument cluster will sound a chime. Pull over and stopthe vehicle with the engine at i

3. All doors are closed.4. The throttle is pressed.5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h).6. The doors were not previously locked using the po

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

•When the TIREFIT Sealant is in a liquid form, cleanwater, and a damp cloth will remove the material fromthe vehicle or tire and wheel components. Onc

WARNING! (Continued)•Keep TIREFIT away from open flame or heatsource.•TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Havethe tire inspected and repaired

TIREFIT Kit Components & Operation1. Sealant Bottle2. Pressure Gauge3. Air Pump Power Button4. Mode Select Knob5. Power Plug & Cable6. Air Pum

Using the Air Pump Power ButtonPush and release the button (3) once to turnON the TIREFIT kit. Push and release thebutton (3) again to turn OFF the TI

5. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screwthe fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (7) onto thevalve stem.6. Uncoil the Power Plug and Cab

(D) After Injecting TIREFIT Sealant:1. Allow the air pump to inflate the tire to the pressureindicated on the tire pressure label on the driver-sidela

WARNING!TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have thetire inspected and repaired or replaced after usingTIREFIT. Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h

7. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at theearliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire ser-vice center.8. Replace the Sealant

(H) Sealant Bottle Replacement1. Uncoil the Clear Sealant Hose (7).2. Locate the rectangular SEALANT BOTTLE RELEASEbutton in the recessed area where y

4. The drivers door is opened.5. The doors were not previously unlocked.The Auto Unlock feature can be enabled or disabled.Refer to “Personal Settings

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

WARNING!•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do notallow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth-ing. Don’t lean over the battery when at

front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-VERSE and 1st gear. Usually the least accelerator pedalpressure to maintain the rocking motion with

CAUTION!DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with anautomatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrainwill result.Manual Transaxle•Front Wheel Drive (FW

Without The Ignition KeySpecial care must be taken when the vehicle is towedwith the ignition in the LOCK position. A dolly should beused under the fr

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Engine Compartment — 2.4L Turbo ... 325䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ... 326▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap

▫ Manual Transaxle ... 346▫ Appearance Care And Protection FromCorrosion ... 347䡵 Fuses ...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L TURBO1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Battery2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 —

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

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

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

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

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

Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)SAE 0W-40 engine oil is preferred for use in 2.4L TurboEngine within the operating temperatures shown in theengine oil

Materials Added To Engine OilsThe manufacture strongly recommends against the addi-tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) tothe engine

WARNING!The air cleaner can provide a measure of protectionin the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the aircleaner unless such removal is necessa

WARNING! (Continued)Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flameor sparks away from the battery. Do not use a boosterbattery or any other booste

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

NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C SystemSealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres-sor Oil, or Refrigerants.Body LubricationLocks

avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out ofcontact with petroleum products such as engine oil,gasoline, etc.Adding Washer FluidThe fluid re

POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPEDPower Window SwitchesThe window controls on the driver’s door trim panelcontrol all the door windows. There are single wind

If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system,or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, orwhen the underside or rear of the

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

WARNING! (Continued)•You or others can be badly burned by hot enginecoolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. Ifyou see or hear steam coming f

CAUTION!•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other thanspecified Hybrid Organic Additive Technology(HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in

When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):•The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR威Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile FormulaHOAT (Hybrid Organic Ad

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

When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed tomaintain the proper level, it should be added to thecoolant bottle. Do not overfill.Points to

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

WARNING!Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initialboiling point or unidentified as to specification, mayresult in sudden brake failure during

Frequency Of Fluid ChangeUnder normal operating conditions, the fluid installed atthe factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life ofthe ve

Settings (Customer Programmable Features),” under“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” inSection 4.WARNING!Never leave children in a vehicle

Washing•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-hicle in the shade using MOPAR威 Car Wash or a mildcar wash soap, and rinse the panels complet

•If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident orsimilar cause which destroys the paint and protectivecoating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as p

Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft clothand MOPAR威 Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoidsoaking your leather upholstery with any li

Instrument Panel CoverThe instrument panel cover has a low glare surface whichminimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not useprotectants or other

Replace the seat belts if they appear frayed or worn or ifthe buckles do not work properly.Dry with a soft cloth.FUSESIntegrated Power ModuleThe Integ

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription10 20 AmpYellowCCN Power Locks11 15 AmpLt BluePower Outlet12 20 AmpYellowIgn Run/Acc Inverter13 20 AmpYellowPw

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-FuseDescription26 15 AmpLt. BlueENG ASD Relay Feed227 10 AmpRedIGN RUN Only ORCFeed28 10 AmpRedIGN RUN ORC/OCMFeed29 Hot Car

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

LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb NumberFront Header Light ...T578Center Dome Light ...T578Rear Cargo/Flashlight ...

3. Pull bulb off connector.Tail Lights, Rear Turn Signals and Backup Lights1. Remove the two push-pins from the tail light housing.2. Grasp the tail l

LIFTGATENOTE: The key that is used to start your vehicle is alsoused to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate.To unlock the liftgate, insert

2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise.3. Pull the bulb from the socket.Center High-Mounted StoplightThe light is an LED assembly. See your au

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons 51.5 LitersEngine Oil with Filter2.4L Turbo Engine (SAE 0W-40, API Certified) 5 Quarts

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

ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartManual Transaxle Fluid MOPAR威 ATF+4 MS9602Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR威 DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be us

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance ... 364䡵 Maintenance Schedule ... 364▫ Required Maintenance Inte

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

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

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

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

•Although the liftgate has no inside release mechanism,the liftgate trim panel includes an opening with asnap-in cap that provides access to release t

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

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

48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehicle

60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or60 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine air

72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehicle

84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or84 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehicle f

96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehicle

108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or108 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehicle

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

132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or132 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehicle

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

144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehic

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

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle ... 383▫ Prepare For The Appoint

䡵 Publication Order Forms ... 387䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades ... 389▫ 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

the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with theirsincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or relatedconcerns.WARNING!Engine exhaust, some o

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

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

vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the ve-hicle, system, and/or components is written instraightforward language with illustrations, diagrams,a

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

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) ... 261Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ...341Adding Fuel ... 301Additives, F

Brake Control System, Electronic ...264Brake Fluid ... 361Brake, Parking ...259Brake System

Child Restraint with Automatic Belts ...64Child Safety Locks ...30Child Seat ... 68Clean Air G

DipsticksPower Steering ... 258DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant) ... 343Engine Oil ...332Do

Oil Filter ... 360Oil Selection ... 330Overheating ...306Temperature Gauge ...

Filler Door (Gas Cap) ... 164Gasoline ...296Gauge ... 164Light ...

2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the frontseat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull outthe belt. Slide the latch plate u

High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...125Passing ... 126Replacing ...356Switch ...

Lead Free Gasoline ... 296Life of Tires ... 284Liftgate (Sedan) ...34Liftgate Windo

Loading VehicleTires ... 275LocksChild Protection ...30Door ... 27Power

Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ...296Odometer ... 167Trip ...167,168Oil Change Indicato

PretensionersSeat Belts ...45Programmable Electronic Features ...181Programming Transmitters(Remote Keyless Entry)

Safety Defects, Reporting ...386Safety Information, Tire ... 270Safety Tips ...70Satellite Ra

Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) ...246Signals, Turn ... 170,357Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ...254Snow Cha

Tires ...72,279,389Aging (Life of Tires) ...284Air Pressure ...279Chains ...

Trip Odometer Reset Button ... 168Turbo Cool Down ... 252Turn Signals ...124,170,357UConnect威 (Han

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW

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

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

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

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

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

3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right headrestraint.4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the mini-latch plate into the mini-

6. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”7. Position the lap belt across your thighs, be

9. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.10. To disengage the mini-latch from the mini-buckle forstorage, insert the regular latch pl

the pretensioners are single use items. After a collisionthat is severe enough to deploy the airbags and preten-sioners, both must be replaced.Enhance

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

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

Driver And Front Passenger SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) - AirbagThis vehicle has airbags for both the driver and frontpassenger as a supplement

The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. Thismay allow the airbag to have different rates of inflationthat are based on collision severity

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

moderate-to-severe side collisions. In certain types ofcollisions, both the front and side airbags may be trig-gered. But even in collisions where the

4. If your vehicle has side airbags, do not lean againstthe door. Airbags will inflate forcefully into the spacebetween you and the door.5. If the air

•Supplemental Side Curtain Airbags above side win-dows (if equipped)•Steering Wheel and Column•Instrument Panel•Interconnecting Wiring•Seatbelt Remind

•The ORC also turns on the Airbag WarningLight in the instrument panel for six to eightseconds as a self-check when the ignition isfirst turned ON. Af

•The Side Impact (SRS) Side Curtain Airbags (Ifequipped) are designed to activate only in certain sidecollisions.The ORC module determines if a side c

•The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees, andposition everyone for the best interaction with thefront airbag.WARNING!Unapproved modifications

However, if you haven’t healed significantly within afew days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctorimmediately. As the airbags deflate you m

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

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

moment of airbag deployment, or near-deployment, andup to a quarter second of high-speed deceleration dataduring and/or after air bag deployment or ne

particular driver, vehicle, or crash, will be treated confi-dentially. Confidential data will not be disclosed byChrysler LLC to any third party excep

Child RestraintEveryone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at alltimes — babies and children, too. Every state in theUnited States and all Canadia

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

seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt.(Some booster seats are equipped with a front shieldand are held in the vehicle by the lap porti

The passenger seat belts are equipped with eithercinching latch plates or seat belt retractors that can beswitched to an automatic locking mode, which

Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR)To operate the switchable retractor, pull the belt from theretractor until there is enough to allow it to pass throug

Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor-age system called LATCH, which stands for LowerAnchors and Tether for CHildren. The LATCH sys

Child restraints systems having attachments designed toconnect to the lower anchorages are now available. Childrestraints having tether straps and hoo

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Installing the Child Restraint SystemWe urge you to carefully follow the directions of themanufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many,but

WARNING!An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead toincreased head motion and possible injury to thechild. Use only the anchor position directly

While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within thelimits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.Wide-open throttle acceleratio

WARNING!If you are required to drive with the deck lid/liftgateopen, make sure that all windows are closed, and theclimate control blower switch is se

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

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ... 77▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ... 77▫ Automatic

䡵 Voice Recognition System (VR) —If Equipped... 109▫ Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation . . . 109▫ Commands ...

䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers ... 127▫ Windshield Wiper Operation ... 127▫ Intermittent Wiper System ... 128▫ Windshield

▫ Pinch Protect Feature ... 142▫ Pinch Protect Override ... 142▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ... 143▫ Sunshade Op

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

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

Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror — If EquippedThis mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glarefrom vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature o

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

To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the leftor right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wandin the direction you want the mirro

Vanity Mirrors — If EquippedTo use the vanity mirror, rotate the sun visor down andswing the mirror cover upward.Sun Visor Sliding FeatureThe sun viso

NOTE: The UConnect威 system requires a cellular phoneequipped with the Bluetooth威⬙Hands-Free Profile,⬙ Ver-sion 0.96 or higher. See the UConnect威 websi

Voice Recognition ButtonActual button location may vary with the ra-dio. The individual buttons are described in the“Operation” section.The UConnect威

•For each feature explanation in this section, only thecombined form of the voice command is given. Youcan also break the commands into parts and say

The following are general phone to UConnect威 systempairing instructions:•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following b

•The system will prompt you to say the number youwant to call.•For example, you can say ⬙234-567-8901⬙.•The UConnect威 system will confirm the phone nu

•When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g.,⬙Home,⬙⬙Work,⬙⬙Mobile,⬙ or ⬙Pager⬙). This will allowyou to store multiple numbers for each phoneboo

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

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

book entry via Bluetooth威. Please see your phoneOwner’s Manual for specific instructions on how todrop the Bluetooth威 connection.•If the phonebook ent

•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Phonebook Delete.⬙•After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, y

•Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot bedeleted or edited.List All Names in the UConnect威 Phonebook•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After th

Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - CallCurrently in ProgressIf a call is currently in progress and you have anotherincoming call, you will hear the s

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

•After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call cancontinue on the UConnect威 system either until the callends, or until the vehicle battery conditi

If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect威 systemis operational, you may reach the emergency number asfollows:•Press the PHONE button to begin.•A

Towing AssistanceIf you need towing assistance:•Press the PHONE button to begin.•After the ⬙Ready⬙ prompt and the following beep, say⬙Towing Assistanc

When calling a number with your UConnect威 systemthat normally requires you to enter in a touch-tonesequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can pre