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202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. Operating Instructions - Voice Command System (If Equipped) For the radio, refer to "Voice Command" in "Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle". For Uconnect™ "Voice Command," refer to "Uconnect™ Phone" in "Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle". TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Press the TIME button to change the display from Equipped) elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will Refer to "Uconnect™ Phone" in "Understanding The display for five seconds. Features Of Your Vehicle". RW/FF (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia No function. (Satellite Radio) (If Equipped) Refer to "Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio)". SET Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function.

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
Ignition Key Removal	13
Locking Doors With A Key	16
STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED	16
To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel	16
To Release the Steering Wheel Lock	16
Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System	16
SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPED	17
Replacement Keys	18
Customer Key Programming	18
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED	20
To Set the Alarm	20
To Disarm the System	20
ILLUMINATED ENTRY	21
Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks	21
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)	22
To Unlock The Doors	23
To Lock The Doors	23
Using The Panic Alarm	25
General Information	25
Programming Additional Transmitters	26
Battery Replacement	26
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	27
How to Use Remote Start	27
DOOR LOCKS	30
Manual Door Locks	30
Power Door Locks	31
Child Protection Door Lock	34
WINDOWS	35
Power Windows	35
Auto-Down — Driver's Side Only	36
Window Lockout Switch	36
Wind Buffeting	37
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	37
Lap/Shoulder Belts	38
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage	43
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If Equipped	44
Center Lap Belts	45
Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped	45
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)	46
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women	47
Seat Belt Extender	47
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – Airbags	47
Advanced Front Airbag Features	49
Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls	53
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	60
Child Restraint	62
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	75
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	78
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
Power Mirrors	86
Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED	87
Operation	89
Phone Call Features	98
Uconnect™ Phone Features	101
Advanced Phone Connectivity	105
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone	107
General Information	116
VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED	116
Voice Command System Operation	116
Commands	118
Voice Training	121
SEATS	121
Manual Seat Adjustment	122
Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners	122
Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped	123
Adjustable Head Restraints — Front Seating Positions	124
Six-Way Power Seat Adjuster (Driver's Side Only)	125
Extended Cab/Crew Cab Rear Seat	127
Heated Seats — If Equipped	127
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	128
LIGHTS	130
Interior Lights	130
Battery Saver	131
Headlight Delay	132
Headlights, Parking Lights And Panel Lights	132
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped	133
Lights-on Reminder	133
Fog Lights — If Equipped	133
Cargo Light — If Equipped	134
Multifunction Lever	134
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	136
Windshield Wipers	136
Windshield Washers	137
TILT STEERING COLUMN	138
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED	139
To Activate	140
To Set a Desired Speed	140
To Deactivate	140
To Resume Speed	140
To Vary the Speed Setting	140
To Accelerate for Passing	141
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	142
Courtesy/Reading Lights	143
COMPASS/TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER	143
US/M Button	143
RESET Button	144
STEP Button	144
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)	145
Distance To Empty (DTE)	145
Trip Odometer (ODO)	146
Elapsed Time (ET)	146
C/T Button	146
Global Reset	147
Compass/Temperature Display	147
Automatic Compass Calibration	147
Manual Compass Calibration	147
To Put Into a Calibration Mode	148
Outside Temperature	149
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED	149
Programming HomeLink	150
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	153
Using HomeLink	153
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button	154
Security	154
Troubleshooting Tips	154
General Information	155
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	155
CUPHOLDERS	157
REAR CRATE 'N GO STORAGE — IF EQUIPPED	158
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers	160
CONSOLE FEATURES — IF EQUIPPED	160
Floor Console Features	160
CARGO AREA FEATURES	162
Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails — If Equipped	162
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	163
Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped	163
Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped	164
SLIDE-IN CAMPERS	165
Camper Applications	165
General Information	165
Carbon Monoxide Warning-Vehicles Equipped With A Cap or Slide-In Campers	165
TAILGATE	166
Tailgate Removal	166
Two–Position Tailgate/Upper Load Platform	167
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	170
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	173
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER	174
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	175
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK	188
Clock Setting Procedure	188
MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	189
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	189
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	197
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	199
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	202
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	202
MEDIA CENTER 730N/430 (RER/REN/RBZ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED	204
Operating Instructions — Voice Command System — If Equipped	205
Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped	205
Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio	205
Clock Setting Procedure — RER/REN Radio	207
MEDIA CENTER 130 (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
MEDIA CENTER 130 (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)	228
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	229
SOUND BOX OPERATION	230
Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU/RBZ RADIOS ONLY)	231
System Activation	231
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)	231
Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode	232
Satellite Antenna	232
Reception Quality	232
Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode	233
Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)	235
Operating Instructions — Video Entertainment System (VES)™ (If Equipped)	235
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED	236
Radio Operation	236
CD Player	237
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE	237
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES	238
CLIMATE CONTROLS	238
Air Conditioning and Heater	238
Operating Tips	241
Operation Tips Chart	244
STARTING AND OPERATING	246
STARTING PROCEDURES	250
Automatic Transmission	250
Normal Starting	250
Extreme Cold Weather (below –20°F or –29°C)	251
If Engine Fails To Start	251
After Starting	252
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED	252
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION	253
Key Ignition Park Interlock	253
Brake/Transmission Interlock System	254
Automatic Transmission	254
Gear Ranges	254
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED	259
NV233/243 GII Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions	259
Shifting Procedure – NV233/243 Transfer Case	263
LIMITED-SLIP REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL — IF EQUIPPED	265
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES	265
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	266
Flowing/Rising Water	266
Shallow Standing Water	266
POWER STEERING	268
Power Steering Fluid Check	269
PARKING BRAKE	270
BRAKE SYSTEM	271
Rear-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	271
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — If Equipped	272
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	274
Tire Markings	274
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	278
Tire Terminology and Definitions	279
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure	280
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION	284
Tire Pressure	284
Tire Inflation Pressures	285
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation	286
Radial Ply Tires	287
Tire Spinning	287
Tread Wear Indicators	288
Life of Tire	289
Replacement Tires	289
TIRE CHAINS	291
SNOW TIRES	293
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	293
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)	294
Base System	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	301
Materials Added To Fuel	302
Fuel System Cautions	302
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	303
FLEXIBLE FUEL (4.7L ENGINE ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED	304
E85 General Information	304
Ethanol Fuel (E85)	305
Fuel Requirements	305
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E85) and Gasoline Vehicles	306
Starting	307
Cruising Range	307
Replacement Parts	307
Maintenance	307
ADDING FUEL	308
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	308
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	309
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
Two-Wheel Drive Models	326
Four-Wheel Drive Models	326
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	332
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER	333
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING	334
Jack Location	334
Removing The Spare Tire	336
Tire Changing Procedure	338
Preparations	339
Instructions	339
To Stow the Flat or Spare	344
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	344
Preparations for Jump-Start	345
Jump-Starting Procedure	346
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	348
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED	349
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	350
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles	350
Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles	351
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	352
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.7L	354
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 4.7L	355
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II	356
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	356
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	357
REPLACEMENT PARTS	358
DEALER SERVICE	359
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	359
Engine Oil	360
Engine Oil Filter	362
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	363
Maintenance-Free Battery	363
Air Conditioner Maintenance	364
Body Lubrication	365
Windshield Wiper Blades	366
Adding Washer Fluid	366
Exhaust System	367
Cooling System	370
Brake System	375
Automatic Transmission	377
Transfer Case	380
Axles	380
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion	381
FUSES	386
Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)	386
VEHICLE STORAGE	391
REPLACEMENT BULBS	391
BULB REPLACEMENT	392
Headlamp (Halogen)/Front Park and Turn Signal Lamps	392
Rear Side Marker, Taillamps/Stop Lamps, And Turn Signal Bulbs	393
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp And Cargo Lamp	396
License Lamps	398
Fog Lamps	400
FLUID CAPACITIES	400
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS	401
Engine	401
Chassis	402
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	404
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE	405
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	405
Required Maintenance Intervals	407
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	422
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	424
Prepare For The Appointment	424
Prepare A List	424
Be Reasonable With Requests	424
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	424
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center	425
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	425
In Mexico contact:	425
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	426
Service Contract	426
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)	427
MOPAR PARTS	427
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	428
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.	428
In Canada	428
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	429
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	430
Treadwear	430
Traction Grades	430