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330 STARTING AND OPERATING FLEXIBLE FUEL- 2.7L ONLY (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA EMISSION STATES) E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel vehicles only. This section only covers those subjects that are unique to these vehicles. Please refer to the other sections of this manual for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline only powered vehicles. E-85 Fuel Cap CAUTION! Only vehicles with the special E-85 fuel filler cap can operate on E-85.

Section	Page
INTRODUCTION	5
INTRODUCTION	6
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL	6
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS	8
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER	8
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS	9
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE	11
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS	14
Ignition Key Removal	15
Key-In-Ignition Reminder	17
Locking the Doors with the Key	17
SENTRY KEY	17
Replacement Keys	19
Sentry Key Programming	19
General Information	20
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	21
Rearming The System	21
To Arm The System	21
To Disarm The System	22
ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	23
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - IF EQUIPPED	23
To Unlock the Doors	24
To Lock the Doors	26
To Unlatch the Trunk	27
Using the Express Down Windows Feature - If Equipped	28
Using the Panic Alarm	28
Programming Additional RKE Transmitters	28
Battery Replacement	29
General Information	30
REMOTE START SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	31
How to Use Remote Start	32
DOOR LOCKS	34
Manual Door Locks	34
Power Door Locks	35
Child Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)	37
POWER WINDOWS	38
Power Window Switches	38
Auto Window Down - If Equipped	39
Auto Window Up - If Equipped	40
Window Lockout Switch	40
Wind Buffeting	41
TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE	41
TRUNK SAFETY WARNING	42
Trunk Internal Emergency Release	43
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	44
Lap/Shoulder Belts	46
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure	51
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage	51
Rear Seat Belts	52
Seat Belt Pretensioners	52
Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)	52
BeltAlert Programming	53
Automatic Locking Mode	54
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women	54
Seat Belt Extender	54
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags	55
SRS Components	56
Front Seat Airbag Features	57
Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls	63
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	69
Child Restraints	71
Transporting Pets	82
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	82
SAFETY TIPS	83
Exhaust Gas	83
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle	83
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle	84
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	85
MIRRORS	89
Inside Day/Night Mirror	89
Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped	90
Power Mirrors	91
Adjusting Sideview Mirrors	92
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped	92
HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED	93
Operation	95
Phone Call Features	103
UConnect System Features	106
Advanced Phone Connectivity	111
Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System	112
General Information	121
VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (VR) - IF EQUIPPED	121
Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation	121
Commands	123
Voice Training	126
SEATS	127
Manual Front Seat Adjustment	127
Reclining Bucket Seats	129
Lumbar Support - If Equipped	130
Power Seats - If Equipped	130
Adjustable Head Restraints	131
Heated Seats - If Equipped	132
Fold Flat Passenger Seat Back	133
Folding Rear Seat	134
Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest	135
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	135
LIGHTS	137
Map/Reading/Interior Lights	137
Headlights, Parking Lights and Instrument Panel Lights	138
Automatic Headlight System - If Equipped	139
Headlight Time Delay	139
Flash-To-Pass	140
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) - If Equipped	140
Lights On Reminder	140
Fog Lights - If Equipped	140
Turn Signals	141
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch	142
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	143
Intermittent Wiper System	144
Mist Feature	145
Headlights With Wipers Feature (Available With Auto Headlights Only)	145
Windshield Washers	146
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN	146
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED	147
To Activate	148
To Set At A Desired Speed	148
To Deactivate	148
To Resume Speed	149
To Vary The Speed Setting	149
To Accelerate For Passing	150
GARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED	150
Programming Homelink	151
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	155
Security	155
Troubleshooting Tips	156
General Information	156
POWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED	157
Sunroof Operation	158
Auto Sunroof Express With Anti-Pinch Protection - If Equipped	158
Sunshade Operation	159
Wind Buffeting	159
Sunroof Maintenance	159
Ignition Off Operation	159
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	160
CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER - IF EQUIPPED	162
CUPHOLDERS	163
Heated/Cooled Cupholder - If Equipped	163
Rear Bottle Holders	164
STORAGE	165
Drivers Side Sunglass Holder - If Equipped	165
Cargo Area	166
CONSOLE FEATURES	167
Dual Storage Bins	168
Video Console - If Equipped	170
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	171
Rear Window Defroster - If Equipped	171
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	173
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	176
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - BASE	177
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - PREMIUM	178
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	179
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED	191
EVIC Displays	193
Oil Change Required	193
Trip Functions	194
Compass Display	196
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	198
SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK	201
SALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	201
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	201
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	210
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	212
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	214
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	215
AM/FM/CD/DVD MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM RADIO (RER/REN) - IF EQUIPPED	217
Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (VR) - If Equipped	217
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) - If Equipped	217
Clock Setting Procedure	218
SALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)	220
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	220
Operation Instructions - CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	223
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	225
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	228
SALES CODE RES/RSC - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO	229
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	229
Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	235
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	237
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	239
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	240
SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOS ONLY)	241
System Activation	241
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)	241
Selecting Satellite Mode	242
Satellite Antenna	242
Reception Quality	243
Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode	243
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped)	246
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)	246
VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES) - IF EQUIPPED	246
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED	248
Right-Hand Switch Functions	249
Left-Hand Switch Functions for Radio Operation	249
Left-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e., CD) Operation	249
CD/DVD MAINTENANCE	250
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES	250
CLIMATE CONTROLS	251
Manual Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)	251
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - If Equipped	255
Operating Tips	261
STARTING AND OPERATING	265
STARTING PROCEDURES	269
Normal Starting	269
Tip Start Feature	270
Extremely Cold Weather (Below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)	270
If Engine Fails to Start	270
After Starting	271
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED	271
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE	272
Brake/Transaxle Interlock System	273
Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System	274
AUTOSTICK - IF EQUIPPED	278
Operation	278
General Information	279
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES	280
Acceleration	280
Traction	280
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	281
Flowing/Rising Water	281
Shallow Standing Water	281
POWER STEERING	283
Power Steering Fluid Check	284
PARKING BRAKE	284
BRAKE SYSTEM	287
Anti-Lock Brake System - If Equipped	288
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)	290
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	293
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	293
Traction Control System (TCS)	293
Brake Assist System (BAS)	294
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	295
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	298
Tire Markings	298
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	302
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure	303
TIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION	307
Tire Pressure	307
Tire Inflation Pressures	308
Radial-Ply Tires	310
Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped	311
Limited Use Spare - If Equipped	312
Tire Spinning	313
Tread Wear Indicators	313
Life of Tire	314
Replacement Tires	314
TIRE CHAINS	316
SNOW TIRES	316
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	317
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)	318
Base System	320
Premium System - If Equipped	322
General Information	326
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	327
Reformulated Gasoline	328
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	328
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	329
MMT in Gasoline	329
Materials Added to Fuel	330
Fuel System Cautions	330
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	331
FLEXIBLE FUEL- 2.7L ONLY (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA EMISSION STATES)	332
E-85 General Information	332
ETHANOL FUEL (E-85)	333
Fuel Requirements	333
Selection of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles	334
Starting	334
Cruising Range	335
Replacement Parts	335
Maintenance	335
ADDING FUEL	335
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	335
Loose Filler Cap Message	338
VEHICLE LOADING	338
Vehicle Certification Label	338
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)	339
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)	339
Overloading	339
Loading	340
TRAILER TOWING	340
Common Towing Definitions	340
Trailer Hitch Classification	342
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	343
Trailer and Tongue Weight	344
Towing Requirements	345
Towing Tips	348
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	350
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)	350
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	351
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER	352
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS	352
Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) - If Equipped	354
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING	354
Jack Location	355
Spare Tire Stowage	355
Preparations For Jacking	356
Jacking Instructions	357
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE	362
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	365
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	366
Towing With The Ignition Key	366
Towing Without The Ignition Key	367
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle	367
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly	367
Towing Without Power - Override Transaxle Interlock System	367
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	369
ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 2.4L	371
ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 2.7L	372
ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 3.5L	373
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II	374
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	374
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	375
REPLACEMENT PARTS	376
DEALER SERVICE	377
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	377
Engine Oil	377
Engine Oil Filter	381
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	381
Maintenance-Free Battery	382
Air Conditioner Maintenance	383
A/C Air Filter - If Equipped	384
Body Lubrication	386
Windshield Wiper Blades	386
Adding Washer Fluid	387
Exhaust System	387
Cooling System	390
Brake System	396
Automatic Transaxle	397
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion	400
Cleaning Center Console Cupholders	405
FUSES	406
Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM)	406
VEHICLE STORAGE	412
REPLACEMENT BULBS	412
BULB REPLACEMENT	413
Headlight	413
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light	415
Front Fog Light	415
Tail/Stop, Rear Turn Signal and Backup Lights	417
License Plate Light	420
Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)	420
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES	421
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS	422
Engine	422
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	425
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE	426
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	426
Required Maintenance Intervals	428
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	443
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	445
Prepare For The Appointment	445
Prepare A List	445
Be Reasonable With Requests	445
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	445
Chrysler LLC Customer Center	446
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	446
In Mexico contact	446
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	447
Service Contract	447
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)	448
MOPAR PARTS	448
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	448
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C	448
In Canada	449
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	449
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	450
Treadwear	451
Traction Grades	451
Temperature Grades	452