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INDEX 517 Auto Unlock, Doors ...34 Auto Up Power Windows ...41 Automatic Dimming Mirror ...92 Automatic Door Locks ...32,34 Automatic Headlights ...145 Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...219,236 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...296 Automatic Transaxle Special Additives ...453 Automatic Transmission ...319,324,452,453 Adding Fluid ...453,483 Autostick ...328 Fluid and Filter Changes ...453 Fluid Change ...453 Fluid Level Check ...452 Fluid Type ...483 Gear Ranges ...319,324 Overdrive ...321 Shifting ...319,324 Special Additives ...Torque Converter ...Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode Autostick ...Axle Fluid ...Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ... ...453 ...322 . . 323,327 ...328 ...483 ...483 Battery ...434 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ...26 Location ...434 Belts, Seat ...46,82 Body Mechanism Lubrication ...439 B-Pillar Location ...351 Brake Assist System ...341 Brake Control System, Electronic ...340 Brake Fluid ...483 Brake, Parking ...335 Brake System ...449 Anti-Lock (ABS) ...338 10

Section	Page
INTRODUCTION	4
INTRODUCTION	5
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL	5
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS	7
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER	7
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS	8
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE	10
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS	13
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)	13
Key Fob	14
Removing Key Fob From Ignition	15
Key-In-Ignition Reminder	16
SENTRY KEYĥ	17
Replacement Keys	18
Customer Key Programming	18
General Information	18
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED	19
Rearming of the System	19
To Arm the System	19
To Disarm the System	20
ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED	21
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)	21
To Unlock the Doors	22
To Lock the Doors	25
To Unlatch the Trunk	26
Using the Panic Alarm	26
Programming Additional Transmitters	26
Transmitter Battery Replacement	27
General Information	28
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	28
How to Use Remote Start	29
DOOR LOCKS	31
Manual Door Locks	31
Power Door Locks	33
Passive Entry System — If Equipped	36
Child Protection Door Lock	38
WINDOWS	41
Power Windows	41
Wind Buffeting	44
TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE	44
TRUNK SAFETY WARNING	45
Trunk Emergency Release	45
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	46
Lap/Shoulder Belts	47
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure	53
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If Equipped	53
Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped	54
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlertĥ)	54
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women	56
Seat Belt Extender	56
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Airbags	57
Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls	63
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	70
Child Restraints	72
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	81
SAFETY TIPS	82
Transporting Passengers	82
Exhaust Gas	82
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle	83
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle	85
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	86
MIRRORS	92
Inside Day/Night Mirror	92
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped	93
Outside Mirrors	93
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped	94
Driver's Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped	94
Outside Mirrors with Turn Signal and Approach Lighting — If Equipped	94
Tilt Mirrors in Reverse — If Equipped	95
Power Mirrors	95
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped	96
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped	97
Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED	97
Operation	99
Phone Call Features	107
Uconnect™ Phone Features	110
Advanced Phone Connectivity	115
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone	117
General Information	125
VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED	125
Voice Command System Operation	125
Commands	127
Voice Training	130
SEATS	130
Power Seats	131
Power Reclining Seats	132
Lumbar Support	133
Head Restraints	133
Heated Seats — If Equipped	135
Folding Rear Seat	137
DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED	139
Programming The Memory Feature	140
Linking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter to Memory	140
Memory Position Recall	141
Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only)	142
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	143
LIGHTS	145
Headlight Switch	145
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped	146
Headlights On with Wipers (Available with Automatic Headlights Only)	146
Headlight Time Delay	146
SmartBeam™ — If Equipped	147
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped	148
Lights-On Reminder	148
Fog Lights — If Equipped	148
Multifunction Lever	149
Turn Signals	149
Lane Change Assist	149
High/Low Beam Switch	150
Flash-to-Pass	150
Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights	150
Interior Lights	150
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	151
Intermittent Wiper System	152
Mist Feature	153
Windshield Washers	153
Headlights On With Wipers (Available with Automatic Headlights Only)	153
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped	154
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN	155
POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED	156
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED	157
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL	159
To Activate	160
To Set At A Desired Speed	160
To Deactivate	161
To Resume Speed	161
To Vary the Speed Setting	161
To Accelerate For Passing	162
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF EQUIPPED	163
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation	165
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)	165
To Activate	166
To Set a Desired ACC Speed	167
To Cancel	168
To Turn Off	169
To Resume Speed	169
To Vary the Speed Setting	169
Setting the Following Distance in ACC	171
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu	173
Display Warnings and Maintenance	176
Precautions While Driving with ACC	179
General Information	182
Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode	183
PARKSENSEĥ REAR PARK ASSIST	185
ParkSenseĥ System Usage Precautions	187
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	190
Courtesy/Reading Lights	190
Sunglasses Storage	190
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED	191
Programming HomeLinkĥ	192
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	195
Using HomeLinkĥ	195
Reprogramming A Single HomeLinkĥ Button	196
Security	196
Troubleshooting Tips	196
General Information	197
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED	197
Opening Sunroof — Express	198
Closing Sunroof — Express	198
Pinch Protect Feature	199
Pinch Protect Override	199
Venting Sunroof — Express	199
Sunshade Operation	199
Wind Buffeting	200
Sunroof Maintenance	200
Ignition Off Operation	200
Sunroof Fully Closed	200
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	201
CUPHOLDERS	204
Front Seat Cupholders	204
Rear Seat Cupholders	204
STORAGE	205
Console Features	205
Cargo Area	206
CARGO AREA FEATURES	207
Trunk Mat — If Equipped	207
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	207
Rear Window Defroster	207
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	208
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	210
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	214
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE	215
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM	216
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	217
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED	231
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays	233
Oil Change Required	237
Trip Functions	237
Keyless Go Display — If Equipped	241
Automatic All Wheel Drive (AWD) Displays — If Equipped	242
Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) – If Equipped	243
Compass Display	243
Navigation — If Equipped	245
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	246
SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK	252
MEDIA CENTER 730N/430 (RER/REN/RBZ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED	253
Operating Instructions — Voice Command System — If Equipped	253
Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped	253
Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio	253
Clock Setting Procedure — RER/REN Radio	255
MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)	257
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	257
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	260
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	263
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	265
MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO	266
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	266
Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	272
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	274
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	276
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	277
UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) 0.5 — IF EQUIPPED	278
Connecting The iPodĥ	279
Using This Feature	279
Controlling The iPodĥ Using Radio Buttons	279
Play Mode	280
List Or Browse Mode	281
Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF EQUIPPED (REN/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY)	283
System Activation	283
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)	284
Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode	284
Satellite Antenna	284
Reception Quality	285
Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode	285
Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)	287
KICKERĥ HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) – IF EQUIPPED	288
VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED	289
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED	291
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE	293
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES	293
CLIMATE CONTROLS	293
Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System	294
Automatic Temperature Control — If Equipped	297
Operating Tips	302
STARTING AND OPERATING	306
STARTING PROCEDURES	310
Automatic Transmission	310
Keyless Go™	311
Normal Starting	312
Extreme Cold Weather (Below ̺20°F or ̺29°C)	313
If Engine Fails To Start	313
After Starting	315
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED	315
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION	315
General Information	316
Key Ignition Park Interlock	318
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System	318
Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override	319
Four-Speed Automatic Transmission – If Equipped	320
Gear Ranges	320
Five-Speed Automatic Transmission – If Equipped	325
Gear Ranges	325
AUTOSTICKĥ — IF EQUIPPED	329
Operation	330
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — IF EQUIPPED	330
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES	331
Acceleration	331
Traction	332
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	332
Flowing/Rising Water	333
Shallow Standing Water	333
POWER STEERING	335
Power Steering Fluid Check	335
MULTI-DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) (IF EQUIPPED) – 5.7L ENGINE ONLY	336
PARKING BRAKE	336
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM	339
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	341
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	341
Traction Control System (TCS)	341
Brake Assist System (BAS)	342
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	342
Synchronizing ESP	345
ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and ESP/TCS Indicator Light	345
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	346
Tire Markings	346
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	350
Tire Terminology and Definitions	351
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure	352
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION	356
Tire Pressure	356
Tire Inflation Pressures	357
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation	359
Radial Ply Tires	359
Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped	359
Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped	360
Tire Spinning	361
Tread Wear Indicators	361
Life of Tire	362
Replacement Tires	363
SELF-SEALING TIRES — IF EQUIPPED	364
SNOW TIRES	364
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	365
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)	366
Base System	368
Premium System – If Equipped	371
General Information	375
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	375
Reformulated Gasoline	376
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	376
E85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	377
MMT In Gasoline	378
Materials Added to Fuel	378
Fuel System Cautions	378
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	379
ADDING FUEL	380
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	380
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	382
VEHICLE LOADING	382
Vehicle Certification Label	383
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)	383
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)	383
Overloading	384
Loading	384
TRAILER TOWING	385
Common Towing Definitions	385
Trailer Hitch Classification	387
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	389
Trailer and Tongue Weight	389
Towing Requirements	390
Towing Tips	396
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	397
Two-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive	397
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	400
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER	401
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS	401
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING	402
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage	403
Preparations for Jacking	405
Jacking and Changing a Tire	405
Compact Spare Tire	411
Wheel Cover or Center Cap Installation — If Equipped	411
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	414
Preparations for Jump-Start	414
Jump-Starting Procedure	416
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	418
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	419
Without The Ignition Key Fob	419
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle	419
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly	420
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	422
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.7L	424
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.5L	425
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L	426
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II	427
Loose Fuel Filler Cap	427
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	428
REPLACEMENT PARTS	429
DEALER SERVICE	429
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	430
Engine Oil	431
Engine Oil Filter	434
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	434
Maintenance-Free Battery	435
Air Conditioner Maintenance	437
A/C Air Filter	438
Body Lubrication	440
Windshield Wiper Blades	441
Adding Washer Fluid	441
Exhaust System	442
Cooling System	445
Brake System	450
Automatic Transmission	453
All Wheel Drive (AWD) – If Equipped	455
Rear Axle	455
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion	456
FUSES	461
Integrated Power Module	461
Rear Power Distribution Center	464
VEHICLE STORAGE	469
REPLACEMENT BULBS	469
BULB REPLACEMENT	471
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp, Inner Park Lamp, and Outer Park Lamp – 300 Models	471
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and Park/Turn Lamp – 300C	473
Backup Lamp, Side Marker Lamp, and Tail/Stop Turn Lamp — 300 Models	473
Tail/Stop, Tail, Turn Signal Lamp, and Backup Lamp — 300C Models	477
License Lamp	480
FLUID CAPACITIES	481
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS	483
Engine	483
Chassis	484
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	486
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE	487
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	487
Required Maintenance Intervals	489
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	506
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	508
Prepare For The Appointment	508
Prepare A List	508
Be Reasonable With Requests	508
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	508
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center	509
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	509
In Mexico contact:	509
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	510
Service Contract	510
WARRANTY INFORMATION	511
MOPARĥ PARTS	511
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	511
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.	511
In Canada	512
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	512
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	514
Treadwear	514
Traction Grades	514

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Auto Unlock, Doors

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Auto Up Power Windows

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Automatic Dimming Mirror

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic Door Locks

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

32,34

Automatic Headlights

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

145

Automatic Oil Change Indicator

. . . . . . . . . .

219,236

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)

. . . . . . . . .

296

Automatic Transaxle

Special Additives

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

453

Automatic Transmission

. . . . . . . . . . .

319,324,452,453

Adding Fluid

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

453,483

Autostick

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

328

Fluid and Filter Changes

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

453

Fluid Change

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

453

Fluid Level Check

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

452

Fluid Type

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

483

Gear Ranges

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

319,324

Overdrive

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

321

Shifting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

319,324

Special Additives

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

453

Torque Converter

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

322

Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode

. . 323,327

Autostick

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

328

Axle Fluid

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

483

Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

483

Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

434

Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)

. . . . . . .

Location

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

434

Belts, Seat

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

46,82

Body Mechanism Lubrication

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

439

B-Pillar Location

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

351

Brake Assist System

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

341

Brake Control System, Electronic

. . . . . . . . . . . . .

340

Brake Fluid

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

483

Brake, Parking

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

335

Brake System

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

449

Anti-Lock (ABS)

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338

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