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8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

Section	Page
INTRODUCTION	5
INTRODUCTION	6
ROLLOVER WARNING	6
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL	7
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS	9
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER	9
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS	10
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE	11
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS	14
Ignition Key Removal	14
Key-In-Ignition Reminder	16
SENTRY KEYĥ	16
Replacement Keys	18
Customer Key Programming	18
General Information	19
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED	20
Rearming Of The System	20
To Arm The System	20
To Disarm The System	21
ILLUMINATED ENTRY	22
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)	22
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate	23
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate	24
To Unlatch The Liftgate Flipper Glass	26
Using The Panic Alarm	26
Programming Additional Transmitters	27
Battery Replacement	27
General Information	28
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	29
How To Use Remote Start	29
DOOR LOCKS	32
Manual Door Locks	32
Power Door Locks	33
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors	35
WINDOWS	37
Power Windows	37
Wind Buffeting	41
LIFTGATE	42
Liftgate Flipper Glass	42
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	44
Lap/Shoulder Belts	47
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure	52
Seat Belt Lock Out	53
Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions	53
Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped	53
Energy Management Feature	54
Seat Belt Pretensioner	55
Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR)	55
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlertĥ)	59
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women	60
Seat Belt Extender	60
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags	61
Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls	67
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	79
Child Restraints	80
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	90
SAFETY TIPS	90
Transporting Passengers	90
Exhaust Gas	91
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle	92
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle	94
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	95
MIRRORS	101
Inside Day/Night Mirror	101
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped	102
Outside Mirrors	103
Power Mirrors	103
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped	104
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped	104
Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If Equipped	105
Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED	105
Operation	107
Phone Call Features	115
Uconnect™ Phone Features	118
Advanced Phone Connectivity	122
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone	124
General Information	135
VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED	135
Voice Command System Operation	135
Commands	136
Voice Training	140
SEATS	140
Driver's Power Seat — If Equipped	141
Heated Seats — If Equipped	142
Manual Front Seat Adjustments	144
Front Seat — Manual Recline	145
Manual Lumbar Support — If Equipped	146
Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat — If Equipped	146
Head Restraints	147
DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED	153
Programming The Memory Feature	154
Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory	155
Memory Position Recall	156
Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat Only)	157
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	158
LIGHTS	160
Multifunction Lever	160
Headlights And Parking Lights	160
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped	161
Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)	162
Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped	162
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped	163
Lights-On Reminder	163
Fog Lights — If Equipped	163
Turn Signals	164
High/Low Beam Switch	164
Flash-To-Pass	164
Instrument Panel Dimmer	165
Map/Reading Lights	165
Cargo Light	166
Battery Saver Feature	166
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	166
Windshield Wiper Operation	167
Intermittent Wiper System	168
Windshield Washers	169
Mist Feature	169
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped	170
Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)	172
TILT STEERING COLUMN	173
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN	174
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED	175
To Activate	175
To Set A Desired Speed	176
To Deactivate	176
To Resume Speed	176
To Vary The Speed Setting	176
To Accelerate For Passing	177
PARKSENSEĥ REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED	178
ParkSenseĥ Sensors	178
ParkSenseĥ Warning Display	178
ParkSenseĥ Display	179
Enabling And Disabling ParkSenseĥ	182
Service The ParkSenseĥ Rear Park Assist System	183
Cleaning The ParkSenseĥ System	183
ParkSenseĥ System Usage Precautions	184
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED	186
Before You Begin Programming HomeLinkĥ	188
Programming A Rolling Code	188
Programming A Non-Rolling Code	190
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming	191
Using HomeLinkĥ	193
Security	193
Troubleshooting Tips	194
General Information	195
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED	195
Opening Sunroof — Express	196
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode	196
Closing Sunroof — Express	196
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode	197
Pinch Protect Feature	197
Pinch Protect Override	197
Venting Sunroof — Express	197
Sunshade Operation	197
Wind Buffeting	198
Sunroof Maintenance	198
Ignition Off Operation	198
SKY SLIDER™ FULL LENGTH OPEN ROOF — IF EQUIPPED	198
Sky Slider™ Usage Precautions	199
Sky Slider™ Control	201
Opening The Sky Slider™	201
Closing The Sky Slider™	202
Anti-Pinch Protect Feature	203
Wind Buffeting	203
Sky Slider™ Maintenance	203
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET	204
CUPHOLDERS	207
STORAGE	208
Glove Box Storage Compartment	208
Front Storage Compartment	208
Console Storage Compartment	209
CARGO AREA FEATURES	210
Cargo Load Floor	210
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	216
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	216
Rear Window Defroster	217
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED	218
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	221
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	224
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER	225
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	226
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED	241
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays	243
Oil Change Required	245
EVIC Main Menu	246
Compass Display / ECO (Fuel Saver Mode) — If Equipped	246
Average Fuel Economy	249
Distance To Empty (DTE)	250
Tire PSI	250
Elapsed Time	251
EVIC Units Selection (UNITS IN Display)	251
System Status	251
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	251
MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	256
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	256
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	264
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	266
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	269
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	269
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	271
MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED	275
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped	276
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped	276
MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES)	276
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	276
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	279
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	281
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	284
MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO (SALES CODE RES+RSC)	284
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	285
Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	291
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	293
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	295
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	295
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	296
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS	300
Radio Operation	301
CD Player	302
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE	302
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES	303
CLIMATE CONTROLS	303
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning	303
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped	307
Operating Tips	313
STARTING AND OPERATING	317
STARTING PROCEDURES	321
Normal Starting	321
Extreme Cold Weather (below –20°F or –29°C)	322
If Engine Fails To Start	322
After Starting	323
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED	323
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION	324
Key Ignition Park Interlock	325
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System	325
Four–Speed Automatic Transmission	326
Gear Ranges	326
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION	335
Command-Trac IIĥ Transfer Case – If Equipped	335
Selec-Tracĥ II Transfer Case – If Equipped	341
ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS	346
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS	347
When To Use 4WD LOW Range	347
Driving Through Water	347
Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand	348
Hill Climbing	349
Traction Downhill	350
After Driving Off-Road	350
POWER STEERING	351
Power Steering Fluid Check	352
PARKING BRAKE	353
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM	355
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	357
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	358
Traction Control System (TCS)	358
Brake Assist System (BAS)	359
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)	360
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	360
Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped	363
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	365
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light	368
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	370
Tire Markings	370
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	373
Tire Terminology And Definitions	374
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure	375
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION	379
Tire Pressure	379
Tire Inflation Pressures	380
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation	382
Radial-Ply Tires	382
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel – If Equipped	382
Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped	383
Full Size Spare – If Equipped	384
Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped	384
Tire Spinning	385
Tread Wear Indicators	386
Life Of Tire	386
Replacement Tires	387
TIRE CHAINS	388
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	390
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)	391
Base System	393
Premium System – If Equipped	396
General Information	401
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	401
Reformulated Gasoline	402
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	402
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	403
MMT In Gasoline	403
Materials Added To Fuel	404
Fuel System Cautions	404
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	405
ADDING FUEL	406
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	406
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	408
VEHICLE LOADING	408
Certification Label	408
TRAILER TOWING	411
Common Towing Definitions	411
Trailer Hitch Classification	416
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	417
Trailer And Tongue Weight	419
Towing Requirements	420
Towing Tips	425
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	426
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle	426
Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models	427
Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models	428
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	435
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS	436
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS	436
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING	437
Jack Location	438
Spare Tire Stowage	438
Spare Tire Removal	439
Preparations For Jacking	440
Jacking Instructions	441
Road Tire Installation	445
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	446
Preparations For Jump-Start	446
Jump-Starting Procedure	448
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	450
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE	451
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	452
Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob	454
Two-Wheel Drive Models	454
Four-Wheel Drive Models	456
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	457
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.7L	459
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II	460
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	460
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	461
REPLACEMENT PARTS	463
DEALER SERVICE	463
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	463
Engine Oil	464
Engine Oil Filter	467
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	467
Maintenance-Free Battery	468
Air Conditioner Maintenance	469
A/C Air Filter – If Equipped	470
Body Lubrication	470
Windshield Wiper Blades	471
Adding Washer Fluid	472
Exhaust System	472
Cooling System	475
Brake System	480
Automatic Transmission	482
Transfer Case	484
Front/Rear Axle Fluid	485
Sky Slider™ Top Care	486
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion	488
FUSES	494
Totally Integrated Power Module	494
REPLACEMENT BULBS	500
BULB REPLACEMENT	501
Headlamp	501
Front Turn Signal And Front Side Marker Lamp	502
Front Fog Lamp	502
Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal, And Back-Up Lamp	503
FLUID CAPACITIES	504
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS	505
Engine	505
Chassis	506
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	507
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	508
Required Maintenance Intervals	510
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	525
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	527
Prepare For The Appointment	527
Prepare A List	527
Be Reasonable With Requests	527
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	527
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center	528
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	528
In Mexico contact:	528
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	529
Service Contract	529
WARRANTY INFORMATION	530
MOPARĥ PARTS	530
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	530
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.	530
In Canada	531
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	531
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	533
Treadwear	533
Traction Grades	533