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294 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. To move the shift lever out of the PARK position, the ignition switch must be turned to any other switch position (ACC, ON, or START) (engine running or not) and the brake pedal must be pressed. Four-Speed/Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - If Equipped The electronically controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are Shift Lever self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new Gear Ranges vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the hundred miles. transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion. Apply parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range.

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
Key-In-Ignition Reminder	16
Locking Doors With A Key	17
SENTRY KEYĥ	17
Replacement Keys	18
Customer Key Programming	19
General Information	20
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED	20
Rearming The System	20
To Arm The System	20
To Disarm The System	21
ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED	22
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED	23
To Unlock The Doors	23
To Lock The Doors	26
To Unlatch The Trunk	27
Remote Open Window Feature — If Equipped	27
Using The Panic Alarm	27
Programming Additional Transmitters	28
Transmitter Battery Replacement	28
General Information	29
REMOTE START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	29
How To Use Remote Start	29
DOOR LOCKS	32
Manual Door Locks	32
Power Door Locks	34
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors	36
POWER WINDOWS	37
Power Window Switches	37
Auto Window Down — If Equipped	38
Auto Window Up With Anti-Pinch Protection— If Equipped	39
Window Lockout Switch	40
Wind Buffeting	40
TRUNK RELEASE	41
TRUNK SAFETY WARNING	41
Trunk Internal Emergency Release	42
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	42
Lap/Shoulder Belts	46
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage	51
Rear Seat Belts	52
Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions	52
Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped	52
Energy Management Feature	53
Seat Belt Pretensioners	54
Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) — If Equipped	54
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlertĥ)	58
BeltAlertĥ Programming	59
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women	60
Seat Belt Extender	60
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags	60
Air Bag System Components	62
Advanced Front Air Bag Features	63
Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls	66
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	73
Child Restraints	74
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	85
SAFETY TIPS	86
Transporting Passengers	86
Exhaust Gas	87
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle	88
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle	90
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	91
MIRRORS	95
Inside Day/Night Mirror	95
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped	96
Power Mirrors	97
Adjusting Side View Mirrors	98
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature	98
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped	99
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped	99
Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED	99
Operation	102
Phone Call Features	109
Uconnect™ Phone Features	112
Advanced Phone Connectivity	117
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone	119
General Information	130
VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED	130
Voice Command System Operation	130
Commands	131
Voice Training	135
SEATS	135
Power Seats — If Equipped	135
Heated Seats — If Equipped	138
Manual Front Seat Adjustments	139
Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster — If Equipped	140
Reclining Seats	141
Lumbar Support — If Equipped	142
Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat	142
Head Restraints	143
Folding Rear Seat	147
Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest	148
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	148
LIGHTS	150
Multifunction Lever	150
Headlights And Parking Lights	151
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped	151
Headlight Time Delay	152
Turn Signals	152
Lane Change Assist	153
High/Low Beam Switch	153
Flash-To-Pass	153
Fog Lights — If Equipped	153
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped	154
Lights On Reminder	154
Instrument Panel Dimmer	154
Map/Reading/Interior Lights	155
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	156
Intermittent Wiper System	157
Windshield Washers	158
Mist Feature	159
Headlights With Wipers Feature (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)	159
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN	160
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED	161
To Activate	162
To Set A Desired Speed	162
To Deactivate	162
To Resume Speed	163
To Vary The Speed Setting	163
To Accelerate For Passing	163
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED	164
Programming HomeLinkĥ	165
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	168
Using HomeLinkĥ	168
Reprogramming A Single HomeLinkĥ Button	169
Security	169
Troubleshooting Tips	169
General Information	170
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED	170
Opening Sunroof — Express	171
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode	171
Closing Sunroof — Express	172
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode	172
Pinch Protect Feature	172
Venting Sunroof — Express	172
Sunshade Operation	172
Wind Buffeting	173
Sunroof Maintenance	173
Ignition Off Operation	173
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	173
CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF EQUIPPED	177
CUPHOLDERS	177
Rear Seat Bottle Holder	178
STORAGE	178
Glovebox Storage Compartment	178
CONSOLE FEATURES	179
CARGO AREA FEATURES	181
Ski Pass-Through	182
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	183
Rear Window Defroster	183
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	185
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	188
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER	189
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	190
MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED	203
Control Buttons	204
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED	205
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays	207
Oil Change Required — If Equipped	208
Trip Functions	209
Display Units In	210
Tire PSI	211
Compass Display	211
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	214
MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	217
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	217
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	225
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	227
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	230
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	230
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	232
MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED	236
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped	236
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped	236
MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES)	236
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	237
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	240
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	242
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	244
MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO (SALES CODE RES+RSC)	245
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	245
Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	251
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	253
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	256
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	256
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	257
iPodĥ/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED	261
Connecting The iPodĥ Or External USB Device	262
Using This Feature	262
Controlling The iPodĥ Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons	263
Play Mode	263
List Or Browse Mode	265
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)	267
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED	268
Right-Hand Switch Functions	268
Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation	269
Left-Hand Switch Functions For Media (i.e., CD) Operation	269
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE	269
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES	270
CLIMATE CONTROLS	270
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning	271
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped	275
Operating Tips	281
STARTING AND OPERATING	285
STARTING PROCEDURES	290
Automatic Transmission	290
Normal Starting	290
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or ̺29°C)	291
If Engine Fails To Start	291
After Starting	293
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED	293
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION	294
Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock Systems	295
Key Ignition Park Interlock	295
Brake/Transmission Interlock System	296
Four–Speed/Six–Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped	296
Gear Ranges	296
AUTOSTICKĥ — IF EQUIPPED	300
Operation	300
General Information	301
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES	302
Acceleration	302
Traction	302
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	303
Flowing/Rising Water	303
Shallow Standing Water	303
POWER STEERING	305
Power Steering Fluid Check	305
PARKING BRAKE	306
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)	308
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	310
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	311
Traction Control System (TCS)	311
Brake Assist System (BAS)	311
Hill Start Assist (HSA) – If Equipped	312
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	314
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light	317
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	318
Tire Markings	318
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	322
Tire Terminology And Definitions	323
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure	324
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION	328
Tire Pressure	328
Tire Inflation Pressures	329
Radial-Ply Tires	331
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and Wheel – If Equipped	332
Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped	332
Full Size Spare – If Equipped	333
Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped	333
Tire Spinning	334
Tread Wear Indicators	335
Life Of Tire	335
Replacement Tires	336
TIRE CHAINS	337
SNOW TIRES	337
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	338
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)	339
Base System	341
Premium System – If Equipped	343
General Information	347
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	348
Reformulated Gasoline	348
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	349
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	349
MMT In Gasoline	350
Materials Added To Fuel	350
Fuel System Cautions	351
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	352
FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED	352
E-85 General Information	352
Ethanol Fuel (E-85)	353
Fuel Requirements	354
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles	354
Starting	355
Cruising Range	355
Replacement Parts	355
Maintenance	356
ADDING FUEL	356
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	356
Loose Filler Cap Message	358
VEHICLE LOADING	358
Vehicle Certification Label	358
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)	359
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)	359
Overloading	360
Loading	360
TRAILER TOWING	360
Common Towing Definitions	361
Trailer Hitch Classification	363
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	364
Trailer And Tongue Weight	365
Towing Requirements	366
Towing Tips	370
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	371
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle	371
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	373
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS	374
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS	374
Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) — If Equipped	375
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING	376
Jack Location	376
Spare Tire Stowage	376
Preparations For Jacking	377
Jacking Instructions	378
Road Tire Installation	384
JUMP-STARTING	386
Preparations For Jump-Start	387
Jump-Starting Procedure	389
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	391
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE	392
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	393
Without The Ignition Key	395
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	397
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L	399
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L	400
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II	401
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	401
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	402
REPLACEMENT PARTS	403
DEALER SERVICE	404
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	404
Engine Oil	405
Engine Oil Filter	408
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	409
Maintenance-Free Battery	409
Air Conditioner Maintenance	411
A/C Air Filter – If Equipped	412
Body Lubrication	413
Windshield Wiper Blades	414
Adding Washer Fluid	415
Exhaust System	415
Cooling System	418
Brake System	423
Automatic Transmission	425
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion	428
Cleaning Center Console Cupholders	434
FUSES	434
Totally Integrated Power Module	434
VEHICLE STORAGE	439
REPLACEMENT BULBS	440
BULB REPLACEMENT	440
Headlamp	440
Fog Lamps	442
Backup Lamps	443
License Plate Lamp	444
FLUID CAPACITIES	444
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS	445
Engine	445
Chassis	446
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	447
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	448
Required Maintenance Intervals	450
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	463
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	465
Prepare For The Appointment	465
Prepare A List	465
Be Reasonable With Requests	465
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	465
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center	466
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	466
In Mexico contact:	466
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	467
Service Contract	467
WARRANTY INFORMATION	468
MOPARĥ PARTS	468
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	468
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.	468
In Canada	469
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	469
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	471
Treadwear	471
Traction Grades	471