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40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too. • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size. Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap. Pulling Out the Lap/Shoulder Belt Latch Plate

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	14
Key-In-Ignition Reminder	15
SENTRY KEY	16
Replacement Keys	17
Customer Key Programming	17
General Information	17
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED	18
Rearming of the System	18
To Arm the System	18
To Disarm the System	18
ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED	19
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)	20
To Unlock the Doors	20
To Lock the Doors	21
To Unlatch the Trunk	22
Using the Panic Alarm	22
Programming Additional Transmitters	22
Transmitter Battery Replacement	22
General Information	23
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	24
How to Use Remote Start	24
DOOR LOCKS	27
Manual Door Locks	27
Power Door Locks	28
Child Protection Door Lock	31
WINDOWS	33
Power Windows	33
Wind Buffeting	36
TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE	37
TRUNK SAFETY WARNING	38
Trunk Emergency Release	38
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	38
Lap/Shoulder Belts	40
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure	45
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If Equipped	46
Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped	47
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)	47
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women	49
Seat Belt Extender	49
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags	50
Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls	56
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	63
Child Restraints	65
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	74
SAFETY TIPS	75
Transporting Passengers	75
Exhaust Gas	76
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle	77
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle	79
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	80
MIRRORS	84
Inside Day/Night Mirror	84
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped	85
Outside Mirrors	85
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped	86
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped	86
Power Mirrors	87
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped	87
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped	88
Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED	88
Operation	90
Phone Call Features	99
Uconnect™ Phone Features	101
Advanced Phone Connectivity	106
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone	108
General Information	117
VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED	117
Voice Command System Operation	117
Commands	119
Voice Training	122
SEATS	122
Power Seats	123
Power Reclining Seats	124
Lumbar Support	125
Head Restraints	125
Heated Seats	127
Folding Rear Seat	128
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	130
LIGHTS	131
Headlight Switch	131
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped	132
Headlights On with Wipers (Available with Automatic Headlights Only)	132
Headlight Time Delay	133
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped	133
Lights-On Reminder	133
Fog Lights	134
Multifunction Lever	134
Turn Signals	135
Lane Change Assist	135
High/Low Beam Switch	135
Flash-to-Pass	135
Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights	135
Interior Lights	136
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	137
Intermittent Wiper System	138
Windshield Washers	138
Mist Feature	139
Headlights On with Wipers (Available with Automatic Headlights Only)	139
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN	140
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED	141
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL	142
To Activate	143
To Set At A Desired Speed	143
To Deactivate	144
To Resume Speed	144
To Vary the Speed Setting	144
To Accelerate For Passing	145
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	146
Courtesy/Reading Lights	146
Sunglasses Storage	146
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED	147
Programming HomeLink	148
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	151
Using HomeLink	151
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button	152
Security	152
Troubleshooting Tips	152
General Information	153
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED	153
Opening Sunroof — Express	154
Closing Sunroof — Express	154
Pinch Protect Feature	154
Pinch Protect Override	155
Venting Sunroof — Express	155
Sunshade Operation	155
Wind Buffeting	155
Sunroof Maintenance	156
Ignition Off Operation	156
Sunroof Fully Closed	156
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	156
CUPHOLDERS	159
Front Seat Cupholders	159
Rear Seat Cupholders	160
STORAGE	160
Console Features	160
Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped with 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat	161
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	163
Rear Window Defroster	163
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	164
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	167
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER	168
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	169
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC)	179
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays	181
Engine Oil Change Indicator System	183
Trip Functions	184
Performance Pages — If Equipped	186
Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) – If Equipped	189
Compass Display	189
Uconnect™ gps — If Equipped	191
System Warnings (Customer Information Features)	192
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	193
MEDIA CENTER 730N/430 (RER/REN/RBZ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED	196
Operating Instructions — Voice Command System (VR) — If Equipped	196
Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped	196
Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio	196
Clock Setting Procedure — RER/REN Radio	198
MEDIA CENTER 130 (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	208
MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO	209
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	209
Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	215
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	217
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	220
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	220
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	221
UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) 0.5 — IF EQUIPPED	225
Connecting The iPod	226
Using This Feature	226
Controlling The iPod Using Radio Buttons	226
Play Mode	227
List Or Browse Mode	228
Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF EQUIPPED (REN/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY)	230
System Activation	230
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)	231
Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode	231
Satellite Antenna	231
Reception Quality	232
Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode	232
Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)	234
KICKER HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) – IF EQUIPPED	235
VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED	236
Kicker Mobile Surround (KMS1) – If Equipped	238
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS	239
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE	240
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES	241
CLIMATE CONTROLS	241
Automatic Temperature Control	241
Operating Tips	246
STARTING AND OPERATING	250
STARTING PROCEDURES	254
Automatic Transmission	254
Normal Starting (Tip Start)	255
Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F or 29°C)	255
If Engine Fails To Start	255
After Starting	256
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED	256
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION	257
General Information	257
Key Ignition Park Interlock	259
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System	259
Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override	260
Five-Speed Automatic Transmission	261
Gear Ranges	261
AUTOSTICK	265
Operation	265
General Information	266
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES	266
Acceleration	266
Traction	267
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	267
Flowing/Rising Water	267
Shallow Standing Water	268
POWER STEERING	269
Power Steering Fluid Check	270
PARKING BRAKE	271
BRAKE SYSTEM	273
Anti-Lock Brake System	274
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	277
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	277
Traction Control System (TCS)	277
Brake Assist System (BAS)	278
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	278
Synchronizing ESP	282
ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and ESP/TCS Indicator Light	282
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	283
Tire Markings	283
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	287
Tire Terminology and Definitions	288
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure	289
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION	293
Tire Pressure	293
Tire Inflation Pressures	294
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation	296
Radial Ply Tires	296
Tire Spinning	296
Tread Wear Indicators	297
Life of Tire	298
Replacement Tires	298
SNOW TIRES	300
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	300
Tire Rotation – Standard Tires	301
Tire Rotation – All Season Tires	301
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)	302
Premium System	304
General Information	308
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	309
Reformulated Gasoline	309
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	310
E85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	310
MMT In Gasoline	311
Materials Added to Fuel	311
Fuel System Cautions	312
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	313
ADDING FUEL	313
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	313
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	315
VEHICLE LOADING	316
Vehicle Certification Label	316
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)	316
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)	316
Overloading	317
Loading	317
TRAILER TOWING	318
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	318
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	320
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER	321
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS	321
TIREFIT KIT	322
TIREFIT Storage	323
TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation	323
TIREFIT Usage Precautions	325
Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT	327
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	333
Preparations for Jump-Start	333
Jump-Starting Procedure	335
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	337
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	338
Without The Ignition Key	338
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle	338
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly	339
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	340
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.1L	342
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II	343
Loose Fuel Filler Cap	343
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	344
REPLACEMENT PARTS	345
DEALER SERVICE	345
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	346
Engine Oil	347
Engine Oil Filter	349
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	349
Maintenance-Free Battery	350
Air Conditioner Maintenance	352
A/C Air Filter	353
Body Lubrication	355
Windshield Wiper Blades	355
Adding Washer Fluid	356
Exhaust System	356
Cooling System	359
Brake System	364
Automatic Transmission	366
Rear Axle	368
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion	369
FUSES	374
Integrated Power Module	374
Rear Power Distribution Center	377
VEHICLE STORAGE	382
REPLACEMENT BULBS	382
BULB REPLACEMENT	383
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp, and Front Side Marker Lamp — Models with Halogen Headlamps	383
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and Park/Turn Lamp — Models with High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID)	386
Backup Lamp, Side Marker Lamp, Tail/Turn Lamp, and Tail/Stop Lamp	387
License Lamp	390
FLUID CAPACITIES	391
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS	392
Engine	392
Chassis	393
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	394
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE	395
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	395
Required Maintenance Intervals	397
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	412
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	414
Prepare For The Appointment	414
Prepare A List	414
Be Reasonable With Requests	414
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	414
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center	415
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	415
In Mexico contact:	415
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	416
Service Contract	416
WARRANTY INFORMATION	417
MOPAR PARTS	417
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	417
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.	417
In Canada	418
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	418
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	419
Treadwear	420
Traction Grades	420