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428 INDEX Adding Fuel ...306 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ...359 Air Conditioner Maintenance ...360 Air Conditioning ...229 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...229,232 Air Conditioning Refrigerant ...360,361 Air Conditioning System ...229,360 Air Filter ...359 Air Pressure, Tires ...281,289 Airbag ...46,178 Airbag Light ...55,72 Alarm, Panic ...24 Alarm (Security Alarm) ...19,170 Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...19 Alignment and Balance ...288 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...7 Antenna, Satellite Radio ...222 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...367,396 Disposal ...369 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...269,270 Anti-Lock Warning Light ...170 Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...19 Anti-Theft System ...19,170 Appearance Care ...376 Assistance Towing ...96 Auto Unlock, Doors ...31 Automatic Door Locks ...30 Automatic Transaxle ...12,245 Interlock System ...15 Automatic Transmission ...239,246,372 Adding Fluid ...373 Fluid Level Check ...372 Fluid Type ...398 Gear Ranges ...246 Special Additives ...374 Torque Converter ...250 Axle Fluid ...398 Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ...375

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
STEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED	17
If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel	17
To Release The Steering Wheel Lock	17
Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System	17
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	17
Replacement Keys	19
Customer Key Programming	19
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	21
To Set the Alarm	21
To Disarm the System	21
ILLUMINATED ENTRY	22
Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks	22
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY	23
To Unlock The Doors	24
To Lock The Doors	24
Using The Panic Alarm	26
General Information	26
Programming Additional Transmitters	27
Battery Replacement	28
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED	29
DOOR LOCKS	31
Manual Door Locks	31
Power Door Locks	31
Child Protection Door Lock	34
WINDOWS	36
Power Windows	36
Auto Down (Drivers Side Only)	37
Window Lockout Switch	37
Wind Buffeting	37
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	38
Lap/Shoulder Belts	39
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage	44
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode - If Equipped	45
Center Lap Belts	45
Seat Belt Pretensioners	46
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)	46
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women	47
Seat Belt Extender	47
Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags	48
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	58
Child Restraint	60
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	72
SAFETY TIPS	73
Exhaust System	73
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle	74
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle	75
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	77
MIRRORS	82
Inside Day/Night Mirror	82
Outside Mirrors	82
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped	82
Power Mirrors	83
HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED	84
Operation	86
Phone Call Features	94
UConnect System Features	97
Advanced Phone Connectivity	102
Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System	103
General Information	112
VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (VR) - IF EQUIPPED	112
Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation	112
Commands	114
Voice Training	117
SEATS	117
Manual Seat Adjustment	117
Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners	118
Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment - If Equipped	119
Adjustable Head Restraints - Front Seating Positions	120
Six-Way Power Seat Adjuster - Drivers Side Only	121
Extended Cab/Crew Cab Rear Seat	122
Heated Seats - If Equipped	122
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	123
LIGHTS	125
Interior Lights	125
Battery Saver	126
Headlight Delay	127
Headlights, Parking Lights And Panel Lights	127
Daytime Running Lights (Canada - Standard and U.S. Fleet Vehicles) - If Equipped	128
Lights-on Reminder	128
Fog Lights - If Equipped	128
Cargo Light - If Equipped	128
Multifunction Lever	129
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	131
Windshield Wipers	131
Windshield Washers	133
TILT STEERING COLUMN	133
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED	134
To Activate	135
To Set At A Desired Speed	135
To Deactivate	135
To Resume Speed	135
To Vary The Speed Setting	136
To Accelerate For Passing	136
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	137
Courtesy/Reading Lights	138
COMPASS/TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER	138
US/M Button	139
RESET Button	139
STEP Button	140
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)	140
Distance To Empty (DTE)	140
Trip Odometer (ODO)	141
Elapsed Time (ET)	141
C/T Button	141
Global Reset	142
Compass/Temperature Display	142
Automatic Compass Calibration	142
Manual Compass Calibration	143
To Put Into a Calibration Mode	143
Outside Temperature	144
GARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED	144
Programming HomeLink	146
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	148
Using HomeLink	149
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button	149
Security	150
Troubleshooting Tips	150
General Information	150
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	151
Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery Fed Configuration)	152
CUPHOLDERS	152
REAR STORAGE - IF EQUIPPED	153
Rear Convenience Storage Crates	153
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers	155
FLOOR CONSOLE - IF EQUIPPED	156
Floor Console Features	156
REAR CARGO AREA UTILITY RAILS	157
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	158
Rear Window Defroster - If Equipped	158
Sliding Rear Window - If Equipped	159
SLIDE-IN CAMPERS	159
Camper Applications	159
General Information	160
Carbon Monoxide Warning-Vehicles Equipped With A Cap or Slide-In Campers	160
TAILGATE	160
Tailgate Removal	160
Two-Position Tailgate/Upper Load Platform	161
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	165
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS	168
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER	169
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION	170
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK	181
Clock Setting Procedure	181
SALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	182
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	182
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	191
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	193
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	195
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	195
AM/FM/CD/DVD MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM RADIO (RER/REN) - IF EQUIPPED	198
Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (VR) - If Equipped	198
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) - If Equipped	198
Clock Setting Procedure	198
SALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)	200
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	201
Operation Instructions - CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	204
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	206
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	209
SALES CODE RES/RSC - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO	209
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	210
Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	216
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	218
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	220
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	221
SOUND BOX OPERATION	222
SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOS ONLY)	223
System Activation	223
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)	223
Selecting Satellite Mode	224
Satellite Antenna	224
Reception Quality	225
Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode	225
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped)	228
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)	228
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED	228
Radio Operation	229
CD Player	229
CD/DVD MAINTENANCE	229
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES	230
CLIMATE CONTROLS	230
Air Conditioning And Heater	231
Operating Tips	234
Operation Tips Chart	236
STARTING AND OPERATING	237
STARTING PROCEDURES	241
Manual Transmission	241
Automatic Transmission	241
Normal Starting	242
Extreme Cold Weather (below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)	242
If Engine Fails To Start	242
After Starting	243
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED	243
MANUAL TRANSMISSION	244
Shifting	245
Downshifting	246
Reverse Shifting	247
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION	247
Brake/Transmission Interlock System	248
Automatic Transmission	248
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION	253
NV233/243 GII Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions	253
Shifting Procedure - NV233/243 Transfer Case	257
NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions	259
Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case	263
LIMITED-SLIP REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL - IF EQUIPPED	264
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES	265
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	266
Flowing/Rising Water	266
Shallow Standing Water	266
POWER STEERING	268
Power Steering Fluid Check	268
PARKING BRAKE	269
BRAKE SYSTEM	271
Rear-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - If Equipped	271
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	272
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	274
Tire Markings	274
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	277
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure	278
TIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION	282
Tire Pressure	282
Tire Inflation Pressures	283
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation	284
Radial Ply Tires	285
Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped	286
Limited-Use Spare - If Equipped	286
Tire Spinning	287
Tread Wear Indicators	288
Life of Tire	288
Replacement Tires	289
Alignment And Balance	290
SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION - IF EQUIPPED	291
TIRE CHAINS	291
SNOW TIRES	293
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	293
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED	294
Base System - If Equipped	297
General Information	299
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	299
Reformulated Gasoline	300
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	300
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	301
MMT In Gasoline	302
Materials Added To Fuel	302
Fuel System Cautions	302
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	304
FLEXIBLE FUEL (4.7L ENGINE ONLY) - IF EQUIPPED	304
E-85 General Information	304
ETHANOL FUEL (E-85)	306
Fuel Requirements	306
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles	307
Starting	307
Cruising Range	307
Replacement Parts	307
ADDING FUEL	308
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	308
VEHICLE LOADING	310
Certification Label	310
Curb Weight	311
Loading	311
TRAILER TOWING	312
Common Towing Definitions	313
Trailer Hitch Classification	317
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	318
Trailer and Tongue Weight	318
Towing Requirements	319
Towing Tips	324
SNOWPLOW	325
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	326
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	333
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER	334
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE	334
Jack Location	334
Removing The Spare Tire	336
Tire Changing Procedure	339
Preparations	339
Instructions	340
To Stow the Flat or Spare	345
JUMP-STARTING	345
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	348
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS - IF EQUIPPED	348
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	349
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles	349
Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles	350
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	351
ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 3.7L	353
ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 4.7L	354
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II	355
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	355
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	356
REPLACEMENT PARTS	357
DEALER SERVICE	358
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	358
Engine Oil	358
Engine Oil Filter	360
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	361
Maintenance-Free Battery	361
Air Conditioner Maintenance	362
Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints	363
Body Lubrication	364
Windshield Wiper Blades	364
Windshield Washers	365
Exhaust System	365
Cooling System	368
Brake System	373
Clutch Hydraulic System	374
Manual Transmission	374
Automatic Transmission	374
Transfer Case	377
Axles	377
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion	378
FUSES	383
Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)	383
VEHICLE STORAGE	388
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS	389
BULB REPLACEMENT	389
Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park And Turn Lights	389
Rear Side Marker, Taillamps/Stop Lamps, And Turn Signal Bulbs - Replacement	391
Center High-Mounted Stop Light And Cargo Lamp	393
License Lamps	396
Fog Lights	397
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES	398
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS	399
Engine	399
Chassis	400
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	401
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE	402
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	402
Required Maintenance Intervals	404
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	419
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	421
Prepare For The Appointment	421
Prepare A List	421
Be Reasonable With Requests	421
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)	421
MOPAR PARTS	422
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	422
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C	422
In Canada	422
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	422
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	424
Treadwear	424
Traction Grades	424
Temperature Grades	425
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	425
Chrysler LLC Customer Center	426
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	426
In Mexico contact	427
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	427
Service Contract	427

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Adding Fuel

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306

Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 359

Air Conditioner Maintenance

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

360

Air Conditioning

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

229

Air Conditioning, Operating Tips

. . . . . . . . . .

229,232

Air Conditioning Refrigerant

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

360,361

Air Conditioning System

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

229,360

Air Filter

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

359

Air Pressure, Tires

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

281,289

Airbag

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

46,178

Airbag Light

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

55,72

Alarm, Panic

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

Alarm (Security Alarm)

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

19,170

Alarm System (Security Alarm)

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

Alignment and Balance

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

288

Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle

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Antenna, Satellite Radio

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

222

Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)

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

367,396

Disposal

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

369

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

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

269,270

Anti-Lock Warning Light

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

170

Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)

. . . . . . . .

Anti-Theft System

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

19,170

Appearance Care

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

376

Assistance Towing

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

Auto Unlock, Doors

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

Automatic Door Locks

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

Automatic Transaxle

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

12,245

Interlock System

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

Automatic Transmission

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

239,246,372

Adding Fluid

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

373

Fluid Level Check

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

372

Fluid Type

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

398

Gear Ranges

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

246

Special Additives

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

374

Torque Converter

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

250

Axle Fluid

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

398

Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)

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

375

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