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STARTING AND OPERATING 303 CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) Recreational Towing Chart Recreational Towing Condition Four Wheel Flat Tow (all wheels on ground) Two Wheel Dolly Tow (rear wheels on ground) Flat Bed Tow (all wheels on bed of truck) Manual Transmission Vehicles Yes Yes Yes 5

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	14
Locking Doors With The Key	17
Key-In-Ignition Reminder	17
STEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED	17
To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel	17
To Release The Steering Wheel Lock	17
SENTRY KEY	18
Replacement Keys	19
Customer Key Programming	20
General Information	21
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	21
To Set The Security Alarm	21
To Disarm The System	22
Vehicle Security Alarm System Manual Override	22
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY - IF EQUIPPED	22
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate	23
Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All First Press	23
Illuminated Approach - If Equipped	24
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate	24
Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock	25
Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock/Unlock	26
Using The Panic Alarm	26
Programming Additional Transmitters	27
General Information	27
RKE Transmitter Battery Replacement	28
DOOR LOCKS	29
Manual Door Locks	29
Power Door Locks	30
Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors) - If Equipped	32
POWER WINDOWS - IF EQUIPPED	34
Power Window Switches	34
Auto Down	35
Window Lockout Switch	35
LIFTGATE	36
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	37
Lap/Shoulder Belts	38
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage	43
Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions	44
Seat Belt Pretensioners	47
Enhanced Driver And Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)	48
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women	49
Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag	50
Child Restraint	63
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	71
SAFETY TIPS	72
Exhaust Gas	72
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle	73
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle	74
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	75
MIRRORS	79
Inside Day/Night Mirror	79
Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror - If Equipped	80
Outside Mirror - Drivers Side	80
Outside Mirror - Passengers Side	80
Power Mirrors - If Equipped	81
Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped	83
Sun Visor Sliding Feature	83
HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED	83
Operation	85
Phone Call Features	93
UConnect System Features	96
Advanced Phone Connectivity	101
Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System	103
General Information	111
VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (VR) - IF EQUIPPED	111
Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation	111
Commands	113
Voice Training	116
SEATS	116
Front Seat Adjustment	116
Manual Seat Height Adjustment	117
Manual Lumbar	118
Drivers Seatback Recline	118
Heated Seats - If Equipped	119
Adjustable Head Restraints	120
Folding Rear Seat	121
Reclining Rear Seat - If Equipped	122
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	123
LIGHTS	124
Multifunction Lever	124
Headlights, Parking Lights and Instrument Panel Lights	125
Lights-On Reminder	126
Fog Lights - If Equipped	126
Turn Signals	126
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch	127
Flash-to-Pass	128
Map/Reading Lights	128
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) - If Equipped	129
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	129
Windshield Wiper Operation	129
Intermittent Wiper System	130
Windshield Washers	130
Mist Feature	131
TILT STEERING COLUMN	132
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED	133
To Activate	133
To Set At A Desired Speed	134
To Deactivate	134
To Resume Speed	134
To Vary The Speed Setting	134
Manual Transaxle	135
To Accelerate For Passing	135
GARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED	136
Programming HomeLink	137
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	140
Using HomeLink	140
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button	141
Security	141
Troubleshooting Tips	141
General Information	142
POWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED	142
Opening the Sunroof	143
Closing the Sunroof	144
Pinch Protect Feature	144
Pinch Protect Override	144
Venting Sunroof - Express	145
Sunshade Operation	145
Wind Buffeting	145
Sunroof Maintenance	145
Ignition Off Operation	145
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	146
CUPHOLDERS	147
CONSOLE FEATURES	148
CARGO AREA FEATURES	149
Cargo Light/Removable Self-Recharging Flashlight - If Equipped	149
Cargo Cover - If Equipped	151
Removable Load Floor	151
Cargo Tie-Down Loops	152
Fold Down Speakers - If Equipped	153
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	154
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	154
Rear Window Defroster	155
COOLED BEVERAGE STORAGE BIN/GLOVE COMPARTMENT - IF EQUIPPED	156
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	159
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	163
TURBO BOOST GAUGE	164
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER	165
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	166
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC)	176
EVIC Functions	178
Performance Pages - If Equipped	179
Compass/Temperature/Audio - If Equipped	182
Average Fuel Economy	182
Distance To Empty (DTE)	182
Elapsed Time	183
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) - If Equipped	183
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	183
Setting The Compass Variance And Compass Calibration	187
Compass Variance	187
Compass Calibration	188
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK	189
Clock Setting Procedure	189
SALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	190
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	190
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	199
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	201
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	203
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	203
AM/FM/CD/DVD MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM RADIO (RER/REN) - IF EQUIPPED	206
Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (VR) - If Equipped	206
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) - If Equipped	206
Clock Setting Procedure	206
SALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)	209
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	209
Operation Instructions - CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	212
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	214
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	217
SALES CODE RES/RSC - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO	218
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	218
Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	224
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	226
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	229
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	229
SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOS ONLY)	230
System Activation	230
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)	231
Selecting Satellite Mode	231
Satellite Antenna	232
Reception Quality	232
Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode	232
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped)	235
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)	235
KICKER HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) - IF EQUIPPED	235
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED	238
Radio Operation	238
CD Player	239
CD/DVD MAINTENANCE	239
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES	240
CLIMATE CONTROLS	240
Climate Controls	240
Air Filtration System - If Equipped	245
Operating Tips	246
STARTING AND OPERATING	249
STARTING PROCEDURES	252
Normal Starting	252
Extremely Cold Weather (below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)	253
If Engine Fails to Start	253
After Starting	254
Turbocharger Cool Down	254
MANUAL TRANSAXLE	254
Downshifting	255
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES	256
Acceleration	256
Traction	256
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	257
Flowing/Rising Water	257
Shallow Standing Water	257
POWER STEERING	259
Power Steering Fluid Check	260
PARKING BRAKE	261
BRAKE SYSTEM	262
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - If Equipped	263
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	266
Traction Control System (TCS)	266
Brake Assist System (BAS)	266
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	267
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	272
Tire Markings	272
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	276
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure	277
TIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION	281
Tire Pressure	281
Tire Inflation Pressures	282
Radial-Ply Tires	284
Tire Spinning	284
Tread Wear Indicators	285
Life of Tire	286
Replacement Tires	286
TIRE CHAINS	287
SNOW TIRES	288
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	288
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	289
Base System	292
Premium System - If Equipped	294
General Information	298
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	298
Reformulated Gasoline	299
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	299
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	300
MMT In Gasoline	300
Materials Added To Fuel	301
Fuel System Cautions	301
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	302
ADDING FUEL	302
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	303
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	304
TRAILER TOWING	305
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	305
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)	305
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	307
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER	308
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS	308
TIREFIT KIT	310
TIREFIT Storage	310
TIREFIT Usage Precautions	310
TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation	313
Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT	314
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	319
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	321
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	322
With Ignition Key	322
Without The Ignition Key	324
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	325
ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 2.4L TURBO	327
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II	328
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	328
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	329
REPLACEMENT PARTS	330
DEALER SERVICE	331
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	331
Engine Oil	331
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	334
Maintenance-Free Battery	335
Air Conditioner Maintenance	337
Body Lubrication	338
Windshield Wiper Blades	338
Adding Washer Fluid	339
Exhaust System	339
Cooling System	341
Brake System	347
Manual Transaxle	348
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion	349
FUSES	354
Integrated Power Module	354
VEHICLE STORAGE	357
REPLACEMENT BULBS	357
BULB REPLACEMENT	358
Headlights/Front Parking/Front Turn Signal	358
Fog Lights	358
Tail Lights, Rear Turn Signals and Backup Lights	359
License Lights	359
Center High-Mounted Stoplight	360
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES	361
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS	362
Engine	362
Chassis	363
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	365
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE	366
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	366
Required Maintenance Intervals	368
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	383
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	385
Prepare For The Appointment	385
Prepare A List	385
Be Reasonable With Requests	385
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	385
Chrysler LLC Customer Center	386
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	386
In Mexico contact	386
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	387
Service Contract	387
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)	388
MOPAR PARTS	388
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	388
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C	388
In Canada	389
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	389
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	391
Treadwear	391
Traction Grades	391
Temperature Grades	392