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368 STARTING AND OPERATING heavier items down low and be sure that the weight is with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully distributed equally. Stow all loose items securely before review this information to tow your load as efficiently driving. and safely as possible. Improper weight distributions can have an adverse affect To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements on the way your vehicle steers and handles, and the way and recommendations in this manual concerning vethe brakes operate. hicles used for trailer towing. CAUTION! Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR. Refer to "Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification Label" in Starting and Operating" for further information.

Section	Page
INTRODUCTION	4
INTRODUCTION	5
ROLLOVER WARNING	5
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	10
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS	13
Ignition Key Removal	13
Key-In-Ignition Reminder	15
SENTRY KEY	15
Replacement Keys	16
Customer Key Programming	17
General Information	18
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED	18
To Arm the System	19
To Disarm the System	19
ILLUMINATED ENTRY	20
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)	20
To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate	21
To Lock the Doors and Liftgate	22
Remote Open Window Feature — If Equipped	24
Using the Panic Alarm	24
Programming Additional Transmitters	24
Battery Replacement	25
General Information	26
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	26
How to Use Remote Start	26
DOOR LOCKS	29
Manual Door Locks	29
Power Door Locks	30
Automatic Door Locks	30
Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit	31
Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)	32
WINDOWS	34
Power Windows	34
Wind Buffeting	38
LIFTGATE	38
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	39
Lap/Shoulder Belts	40
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions	42
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure	46
Seat Belt Pretensioner	46
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage	46
Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions	47
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If Equipped	48
Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR)	49
Energy Management Feature	53
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)	53
Seat Belt Lock Out	54
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women	54
Seat Belt Extender	55
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Airbags	55
Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls	63
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	75
Child Restraints	77
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	87
SAFETY TIPS	87
Transporting Passengers	87
Exhaust Gas	88
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle	89
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle	91
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	94
MIRRORS	98
Inside Day/Night Mirror	98
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped	99
Outside Mirrors	99
Power Mirrors	100
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped	101
Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature	101
Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED	101
Operation	103
Phone Call Features	112
Uconnect™ Phone Features	114
Advanced Phone Connectivity	119
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone	121
General Information	130
VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED	130
Voice Command System Operation	130
Commands	132
Voice Training	135
SEATS	135
Front Manual Seat Adjustment	136
Front Seat Adjustment — Recline	137
Six-Way Driver's Power Seat with Manual Recliner	138
Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat	139
Adjusting Active Head Restraints	139
Heated Seats — If Equipped	142
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	146
LIGHTS	148
Multifunction Lever	148
Headlights and Parking Lights	149
Instrument Panel Dimmer	149
Lights-On Reminder	150
High/Low Beam Switch	150
Flash-to-Pass	150
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped	151
Turn Signals	151
Lane Change Assist	152
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped	152
Interior Lights	152
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	153
Windshield Wiper Operation	153
Intermittent Wiper System	155
Windshield Washers	155
Mist Feature	156
TILT STEERING COLUMN	156
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED	157
To Activate	158
To Set a Desired Speed	159
To Deactivate	159
To Resume Speed	159
To Vary the Speed Setting	159
To Accelerate for Passing	160
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED	160
System Usage Precautions	161
Enabling and Disabling ParkSense	163
ParkSense Operation	164
Service ParkSense Rear Park Assist	165
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED	166
Programming HomeLink	167
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	170
Using HomeLink	170
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button	171
Security	171
Troubleshooting Tips	171
General Information	172
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED	172
Opening Sunroof — Express	173
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode	173
Closing Sunroof — Express	173
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode	174
Pinch Protect Feature	174
Pinch Protect Override	174
Venting Sunroof — Express	174
Sunshade Operation	174
Wind Buffeting	175
Sunroof Maintenance	175
Ignition Off Operation	175
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET	176
CUPHOLDERS	178
STORAGE	179
Glove Box Storage Compartment	179
Front Storage Compartment	179
Console Storage Compartment	180
CARGO AREA FEATURES	181
Cargo Light	181
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks	181
Cargo Load Floor — If Equipped	183
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	184
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	184
Rear Window Defroster	185
ROOF TRIM APPLIQUE — NON FUNCTIONAL	186
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	188
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	191
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER	192
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	193
COMPASS AND TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED	208
Control Buttons	208
Trip Conditions	209
Compass/Temperature Display	210
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED	212
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays	214
Oil Change Required	215
Trip Functions	216
Compass Display / ECO (Fuel Saver Mode) — If Equipped	217
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	220
MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	223
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	223
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	231
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	233
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	236
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	236
MEDIA CENTER 730N/430 (RER/REN/RBZ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED	238
Operating Instructions — Voice Command System — If Equipped	239
Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped	239
Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio	239
Clock Setting Procedure — RER/REN Radio	241
MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)	243
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	243
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	246
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	249
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	252
MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO	253
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	253
Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	259
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	261
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	264
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	264
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	265
Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY)	269
System Activation	270
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)	270
Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode	271
Satellite Antenna	271
Reception Quality	271
Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode	271
Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)	273
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED	274
Radio Operation	274
CD Player	275
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE	275
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES	276
CLIMATE CONTROLS	276
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning	276
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped	280
Operating Tips	286
STARTING AND OPERATING	290
STARTING PROCEDURES	294
Normal Starting	294
Extreme Cold Weather (below –20°F or –29°C)	295
If Engine Fails to Start	295
After Starting	296
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED	297
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION	297
Key Ignition Park Interlock	298
Brake/Transmission Interlock System	298
Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override	299
Four–Speed Automatic Transmission – 3.7L Engine	300
Gear Ranges	300
Five–Speed Automatic Transmission – 4.0L Engine	304
Gear Ranges	305
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED	309
MP 143 Single-Speed Part-Time Transfer Case	309
Shifting Procedure – Electronically Shifted Transfer Case	311
ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS	311
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS	312
When To Use 4L or 4LO (Low) Range	312
Driving Through Water	312
Driving In Snow, Mud and Sand	313
Hill Climbing	314
Traction Downhill	315
After Driving Off-Road	315
POWER STEERING	316
Power Steering Fluid Check	317
PARKING BRAKE	318
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM	320
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	322
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	323
Traction Control System (TCS)	324
Brake Assist System (BAS)	324
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)	325
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	326
ESP/BAS Warning Lamp	329
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	330
Tire Markings	330
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	333
Tire Terminology and Definitions	334
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure	335
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION	339
Tire Pressure	339
Tire Inflation Pressures	340
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation	342
Radial-Ply Tires	342
Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped	342
Tire Spinning	343
Tread Wear Indicators	344
Life Of Tire	345
Replacement Tires	346
TIRE CHAINS	347
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	348
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)	349
Base System	352
Premium System – If Equipped	355
General Information	359
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	359
Reformulated Gasoline	360
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	361
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	361
MMT In Gasoline	362
Materials Added To Fuel	362
Fuel System Cautions	363
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	364
ADDING FUEL	365
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	365
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	366
VEHICLE LOADING	367
Certification Label	367
TRAILER TOWING	369
Common Towing Definitions	369
Trailer Hitch Classification	374
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	375
Trailer and Tongue Weight	377
Towing Requirements	378
Towing Tips	383
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	384
Two-Wheel Drive Models	384
Four-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive Models	385
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	386
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER	387
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS	387
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING	389
Jack Location	389
Spare Tire Stowage	389
Spare Tire Removal	390
Preparations For Jacking	390
Jacking Instructions	391
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	394
Preparations for Jump-Start	395
Jump-Starting Procedure	396
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	398
Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles	398
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles	399
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	400
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.7L	402
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 4.0L	403
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II	404
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	404
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	405
REPLACEMENT PARTS	407
DEALER SERVICE	407
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	407
Engine Oil	408
Engine Oil Filter	411
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	411
Maintenance-Free Battery	412
Air Conditioner Maintenance	413
Body Lubrication	414
Windshield Wiper Blades	415
Adding Washer Fluid	415
Exhaust System	416
Cooling System	418
Brake System	424
Automatic Transmission	426
Transfer Case	427
Front/Rear Axle Fluid	428
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion	429
FUSES	433
Totally Integrated Power Module	433
REPLACEMENT BULBS	441
BULB REPLACEMENT	441
Headlamp	441
Left Front Turn Signal	442
Right Front Turn Signal	443
Front Side Marker	443
Front Fog Lamp (Front Fascia Mounted)	443
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Backup Lamp	444
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)	445
FLUID CAPACITIES	446
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS	447
Engine	447
Chassis	448
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	450
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE	451
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	451
Required Maintenance Intervals	453
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	470
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	472
Prepare For The Appointment	472
Prepare A List	472
Be Reasonable With Requests	472
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	472
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center	473
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	473
In Mexico contact:	473
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	474
Service Contract	474
WARRANTY INFORMATION	475
MOPAR PARTS	475
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	475
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.	475
In Canada	476
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	476
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	478
Treadwear	478
Traction Grades	478