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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 215 Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/ AUDIO control knob. 3. After the hours are adjusted, push the right side TUNE/AUDIO control knob to set the minutes. 4. Adjust the minutes by turning the right side TUNE/ AUDIO control knob. 5. To exit, press any button/knob, or wait approximately five seconds. SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument panel, press and hold the button until the setting is correct. 4 Analog Clock

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
Locking Doors With The Key	14
SENTRY KEY	14
Replacement Keys	16
Customer Key Programming	16
General Information	18
IGNITION AND STEERING LOCK	18
Ignition Accessory Delay Feature	19
SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	19
To Set the Alarm	20
To Disarm the System	20
ILLUMINATED ENTRY	21
Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks	21
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY	22
To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate	22
To Lock the Doors and Liftgate	23
Using the Panic Alarm	25
General Information	26
Programming Additional Transmitters	26
Battery Replacement	28
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	29
DOOR LOCKS	30
Manual Door Locks	30
Power Door Locks	31
Child Protection Door Lock	34
WINDOWS	35
Power Windows	35
Auto Down	36
Auto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection (Drivers and Front Passenger Door Only)	36
Window Lockout Switch	37
LIFTGATE	38
Power Liftgate - If Equipped	39
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	41
Lap/Shoulder Belts	43
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage	47
Second Row Center Seat Belt	48
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode - If Equipped	48
Rear 60/40 Seat Third Row Center Three Point Belt - If Equipped	49
Seat Belt Pretensioners	51
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)	52
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women	53
Seat Belt Extender	54
Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Airbags	54
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	63
Child Restraint	65
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	75
SAFETY TIPS	76
Exhaust System	76
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle	77
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle	78
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	80
MIRRORS	85
Inside Day/Night Mirror	85
Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped	85
Outside Mirrors	86
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped	86
Electric Remote-Control Mirrors	87
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped	88
Heated Mirrors - If Equipped	88
Automatic Dimming Drivers Exterior Mirror - If Equipped	89
HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED	89
Operation	91
Phone Call Features	98
UConnect System Features	101
Advanced Phone Connectivity	105
Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System	107
General Information	116
VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (VR) - IF EQUIPPED	116
Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation	116
Commands	117
Voice Training	120
SEATS	121
Front Seat Manual Seat Adjustment	121
Front Seat Manual Seat Recliners	122
Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment - If Equipped	123
Adjustable Head Restraints - All Seating Positions	123
Heated Seats - If Equipped	125
Second Row Bucket Seats - Fold and Tumble	128
Second Row 40/20/40 Seat - Fold and Tumble	130
Third Row Seat Bench - If Equipped	134
Third Row 60/40 Folding - If Equipped	136
DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	138
Setting Memory Positions and Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter to Memory	139
Memory Position Recall	140
To Disable A Transmitter Linked to Memory	141
Self-Limiting Control	142
Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control	142
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	143
LIGHTS	145
Interior Lights	146
Battery Saver	146
Headlight Delay	147
Automatic Headlights - If Equipped	148
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights	148
Illuminated Entry	148
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)	149
Lights-on Reminder	149
Fog Lights - If Equipped	149
Multifunction Control Lever	150
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	152
Windshield Wipers	152
Windshield Washers	154
TILT STEERING COLUMN	155
DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED	156
Adjustment	156
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED	157
To Activate	157
To Set At A Desired Speed	158
To Deactivate	158
To Resume Speed	158
To Vary The Speed Setting	159
To Accelerate For Passing	160
REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	161
REAR CAMERA - IF EQUIPPED	164
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	166
Courtesy/Reading Lights	167
OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED	167
Dome/Reading Lights	167
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - If Equipped	168
Compass/Temperature Button	174
GARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED	176
Programming HomeLink	178
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	181
Using HomeLink	182
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button	182
Security	182
Troubleshooting Tips	182
General Information	183
POWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED	183
Express Open Feature	184
Wind Buffeting	185
Sunroof Maintenance	185
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	186
Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery Fed Configuration)	188
FLOOR CONSOLE	190
Front Floor Console Features	190
Rear Floor Console Features - If Equipped	192
FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK	193
CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM-IF EQUIPPED	195
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS	198
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS	202
Instrument Cluster	203
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION	204
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK	215
Clock Setting Procedure	216
SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK	216
RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION	217
Radio Broadcast Signals	217
Two Types of Signals	217
Electrical Disturbances	217
AM Reception	217
FM Reception	217
SALES CODE REN - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	218
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)	219
Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (VR) (If Equipped)	219
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)	219
Clock Setting Procedure	219
SALES CODE RER - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	221
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio	222
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)	222
Clock Setting Procedure	222
SALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)	225
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	225
Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	231
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	233
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	236
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	236
SATELLITE RADIO (RSC) - IF EQUIPPED (RER/REQ/REN RADIOS ONLY)	237
System Activation	237
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID)	238
Selecting Satellite Mode	238
Satellite Antenna	239
Reception Quality	239
Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode	239
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped)	242
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)	242
UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) - IF EQUIPPED	242
Connecting The iPod Device	243
Controlling The iPod Using Radio Buttons	243
Play Mode	243
List or Browse Mode	245
VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) - IF EQUIPPED	247
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED	247
Right-Hand Switch Functions	247
Left-Hand Switch Functions for Radio Operation	248
Left-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e., CD) Operation	248
COMPACT DISC MAINTENANCE	248
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES	249
CLIMATE CONTROLS	250
Manual Control	250
Air Conditioning Operation	250
Front Blower Control	251
Front Mode Control	251
Rear Temperature Control - If Equipped	254
Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window Washer/Wiper	254
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - If Equipped	255
Automatic Control	255
Level Of Automatic Control	256
Manual Control (ATC)	257
Rear Zone Climate Control - If Equipped	260
Rear Rotary Temperature Control	261
Front Unit to Rear Unit Chart	262
Operating Tips	262
Operating Tips Chart	264
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	265
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	265
Rear Window Defrosting	266
STARTING AND OPERATING	268
STARTING PROCEDURES	272
Automatic Transmission	272
Normal Starting	272
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED	275
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION	275
Brake/Transmission Interlock System	275
Gear Ranges	276
OVERDRIVE Operation	278
When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode	279
Torque Converter Clutch	280
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION	281
NV 140 Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions - If Equipped	281
NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions	281
Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case	285
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES	287
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	287
Flowing/Rising Water	288
Shallow Standing Water	288
PARKING BRAKE	290
BRAKE SYSTEM	291
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	291
POWER STEERING	294
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	295
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	295
BAS (Brake Assist System)	296
Traction Control System (TCS)	298
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)	298
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	299
MULTI-DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) - 5.7L ENGINE ONLY	304
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	304
Tire Markings	304
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	308
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure	309
TIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION	313
Tire Pressure	313
Tire Inflation Pressures	314
Radial Ply Tires	316
Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped	317
Limited-Use Spare - If Equipped	317
Tire Spinning	318
Tread Wear Indicators	319
Life of Tire	319
Replacement Tires	320
Alignment and Balance	321
SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION - IF EQUIPPED	322
TIRE CHAINS	322
SNOW TIRES	323
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	324
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED	325
Base System - If Equipped	327
Premium System - If Equipped	329
General Information	332
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	332
Reformulated Gasoline	333
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	334
MMT In Gasoline	334
Materials Added To Fuel	335
Fuel System Cautions	335
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	336
ADDING FUEL	337
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	337
Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message	338
FLEXIBLE FUEL - IF EQUIPPED	339
E-85 General Information	339
ETHANOL FUEL (E-85)	340
Fuel Requirements	341
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles	341
Starting	342
Cruising Range	342
Replacement Parts	342
VEHICLE LOADING	343
Certification Label	343
Curb Weight	344
Loading	344
TRAILER TOWING	346
Common Towing Definitions	346
Trailer Hitch Classification	351
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	352
Trailer and Tongue Weight	352
Towing Requirements	353
Towing Tips	358
SNOWPLOW	360
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	361
Recreational Towing 2WD Models	361
Recreational Towing 4WD Models	361
EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE	365
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	366
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER	367
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING	368
Jack Location	369
JACKING INSTRUCTIONS	370
Removing The Spare Tire	370
Tire Changing Procedure	371
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	377
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	379
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS - IF EQUIPPED	379
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	380
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles	381
Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles	381
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	382
ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.7L V-8	385
ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.7L HEMI V-8	386
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II	387
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	387
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	388
REPLACEMENT PARTS	389
DEALER SERVICE	390
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	390
Engine Oil	391
Engine Oil Filter	394
Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tension	394
Spark Plugs	395
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	395
Engine Fuel Filter	396
Catalytic Converter	396
Maintenance Free Battery	397
Power Steering - Fluid Check	399
Air Conditioner Maintenance	399
Front Suspension Ball Joints	400
Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints	401
Body Lubrication	401
Windshield Wiper Blades	401
Windshield and Rear Window Washers	402
Exhaust System	402
Cooling System	403
Emission Related Components	408
Brake System	409
Automatic Transmission	411
Transfer Case	414
Axles	414
Appearance Care and Protection From Corrosion	415
FUSE BLOCK	420
Fuses (Interior)	421
Fuses (Power Distribution Center)	424
Fuses (Integrated Power Module)	427
VEHICLE STORAGE	429
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS	430
BULB REPLACEMENT	430
Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal	430
Tail Lights, Turn Signals And Backup Lights - Replacement	432
License Lights	434
Center High-Mounted Stoplight	435
Fog Lights	436
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES	437
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS	438
Engine	438
Chassis	439
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	440
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE	441
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	441
Required Maintenance Intervals	443
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	448
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	450
Prepare For The Appointment	450
Prepare A List	450
Be Reasonable With Requests	450
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	450
DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center	451
DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	451
In Mexico contact	451
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	452
Service Contract	452
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)	453
MOPAR PARTS	453
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	453
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C	453
In Canada	454
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	454
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	456
Treadwear	456
Traction Grades	456
Temperature Grades	457