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STARTING AND OPERATING 337 TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully review this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible. To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing. Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for operation condition. The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. NOTE: The GCWR ratings include a 150 lbs (68 kg) allowance for the presence of a driver. Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR. 5

Section	Page
INTRODUCTION	5
INTRODUCTION	6
ROLLOVER WARNING	6
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL	7
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS	9
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER	9
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS	10
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	24
Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock	25
Using The Panic Alarm	26
Programming Additional Transmitters	26
General Information	26
RKE Transmitter Battery Replacement	27
DOOR LOCKS	28
Manual Door Locks	28
Power Door Locks	29
Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors) - If Equipped	33
POWER WINDOWS - IF EQUIPPED	34
Power Window Switches	34
Auto Down	35
Window Lockout Switch	36
LIFTGATE	36
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	38
Lap/Shoulder Belts	39
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage	44
Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions	44
Seat Belt Pretensioners	48
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)	48
Seat Belt Extender	49
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women	50
Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag	50
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	60
Child Restraint	62
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	70
SAFETY TIPS	71
Exhaust Gas	71
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle	71
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle	72
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	73
MIRRORS	77
Inside Day/Night Mirror	77
Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror - If Equipped	78
Outside Mirror - Drivers Side	79
Outside Mirror - Passengers Side	79
Folding Outside Mirrors - If Equipped	80
Power Mirrors - If Equipped	81
Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped	82
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	102
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 - If Equipped	117
Manual Lumbar - If Equipped	118
Drivers Seatback Recline	118
Adjustable Head Restraints	119
Heated Seats - If Equipped	119
Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat	121
Folding Rear Seat	122
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	123
LIGHTS	125
Multifunction Lever	125
Headlights, Parking Lights and Instrument Panel Lights	125
Lights-On Reminder	126
Fog Lights - If Equipped	126
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) - If Equipped	127
Turn Signals	128
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch	128
Flash-to-Pass	129
Off-Road Lights - If Equipped	129
Map/Reading Lights	131
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	132
Windshield Wiper Operation	132
Intermittent Wiper System	133
Windshield Washers	133
Mist Feature	134
TILT STEERING COLUMN	135
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED	136
To Activate	136
To Set At A Desired Speed	136
To Deactivate	137
To Resume Speed	137
To Vary The Speed Setting	137
Manual Transaxle	138
To Accelerate For Passing	138
GARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED	138
Programming HomeLink	140
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	142
Using HomeLink	143
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button	143
Security	143
Troubleshooting Tips	144
General Information	144
POWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED	145
Opening the Sunroof	146
Closing the Sunroof	146
Pinch Protect Feature	146
Pinch Protect Override	147
Venting Sunroof - Express	147
Sunshade Operation	147
Wind Buffeting	147
Sunroof Maintenance	148
Ignition Off Operation	148
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	148
POWER INVERTER - IF EQUIPPED	150
CUPHOLDERS	152
STORAGE	153
Glove Compartment And Storage Bin	153
Door Storage - If Equipped	154
CONSOLE FEATURES	155
CARGO AREA FEATURES	156
Cargo Light/Removable Self-Recharging Flashlight - If Equipped	156
Cargo Cover - If Equipped	157
Removable Load Floor	158
Cargo Tie-Down Loops	158
Fold Down Speakers - If Equipped	159
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	159
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	159
Rear Window Defroster	160
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED	161
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	163
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	167
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - PREMIUM	168
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	169
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED	181
Engine Oil Change Indicator System	182
EVIC Functions	183
Compass/Temperature/Audio	184
Average Fuel Economy	184
Distance To Empty (DTE)	185
Elapsed Time	185
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)	185
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	185
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK	190
Clock Setting Procedure	191
SALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	192
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	192
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	200
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	202
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	205
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	205
AM/FM/CD/DVD MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM RADIO (RER/REN) - IF EQUIPPED	207
Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (VR) - If Equipped	208
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) - If Equipped	208
Clock Setting Procedure	208
SALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)	210
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	211
Operation Instructions - CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	214
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	216
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	218
SALES CODE RES/RSC - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO	219
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	220
Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	225
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	227
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	230
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	230
UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) - IF EQUIPPED	231
Connecting The iPod	232
Using This Feature	232
Controlling The iPod Using Radio Buttons	233
Play Mode	233
List Or Browse Mode	234
SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOS ONLY)	236
System Activation	237
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)	237
Selecting Satellite Mode	238
Satellite Antenna	238
Reception Quality	238
Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode	238
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped)	241
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)	241
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED	242
Radio Operation	242
CD Player	243
CD/DVD MAINTENANCE	243
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES	244
CLIMATE CONTROLS	244
Manual Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning (HVAC) System	244
Air Conditioning (A/C)	248
Air Filtration System - If Equipped	249
Operating Tips	250
STARTING AND OPERATING	253
STARTING PROCEDURES	258
Manual Transmission - If Equipped	258
Automatic Transmission - If Equipped	258
Normal Starting	258
Extremely Cold Weather (Below -20 degrees F Or -29 degrees C)	259
If Engine Fails to Start	259
After Starting	260
MANUAL TRANSAXLE - IF EQUIPPED	260
Recommended Shift Speeds	262
Downshifting	262
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE - IF EQUIPPED	262
Brake/Transmission Interlock System	263
Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System	264
Gear Ranges	264
AUTOSTICK - IF EQUIPPED	266
Operation	266
General Information	267
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED	268
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES	268
Acceleration	268
Traction	269
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	269
Flowing/Rising Water	270
Shallow Standing Water	270
ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS	272
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS	272
When To Use Low (L Off-Road) with the 4WD Lock Lever Engaged	273
Simultaneous Brake And Throttle Operation	273
Driving in Snow, Mud and Sand	273
Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)	275
Hill Climbing	278
Driving Through Water	280
Airing Down For Off-Road Driving	283
Vehicle Recovery	284
After Driving Off-Road	286
POWER STEERING	288
Power Steering Fluid Check	288
PARKING BRAKE	289
BRAKE SYSTEM	291
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - If Equipped	292
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	294
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	294
Brake Assist System (BAS)	295
Traction Control System (TCS)	296
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)	296
Hill Descent Control (HDC) - If Equipped	297
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	298
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	302
Tire Markings	302
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	306
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure	307
TIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION	311
Tire Pressure	311
Tire Inflation Pressures	312
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation	314
Radial Ply Tires	314
Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped	314
Limited-Use Spare - If Equipped	315
Tire Spinning	316
Tread Wear Indicators	317
Life of Tire	317
Replacement Tires	318
TIRE CHAINS	320
SNOW TIRES	320
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	320
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	321
Base System	324
Premium System - If Equipped	326
General Information	330
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	330
Reformulated Gasoline	331
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	331
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	331
MMT In Gasoline	332
Materials Added To Fuel	333
Fuel System Cautions	333
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	334
ADDING FUEL	334
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	334
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	336
VEHICLE LOADING	337
Vehicle Certification Label	337
TRAILER TOWING	339
Common Towing Definitions	339
Trailer Hitch Classification	341
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	342
Trailer and Tongue Weight	343
Towing Requirements	344
Towing Tips	349
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	350
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)	350
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	351
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER	352
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS	352
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OVERHEATING	354
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING	354
Jack Location	355
Spare Tire Stowage	355
Preparations For Jacking	355
Jacking Instructions	356
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	360
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	362
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	363
With Ignition Key	363
Without The Ignition Key	364
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	365
ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 2.0L/2.4L	367
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II	368
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	368
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	369
REPLACEMENT PARTS	370
DEALER SERVICE	371
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	371
Engine Oil	371
Engine Oil Filter	374
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	374
Maintenance-Free Battery	375
Air Conditioner Maintenance	376
Body Lubrication	377
Windshield Wiper Blades	377
Adding Washer Fluid	378
Exhaust System	378
Cooling System	380
Brake System	386
Automatic Transaxle (CVT)	388
Manual Transaxle	388
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) - AWD/4WD Models Only	389
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - AWD/4WD Models Only	390
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion	390
FUSES	396
Integrated Power Module (IPM)	396
VEHICLE STORAGE	399
REPLACEMENT BULBS	399
BULB REPLACEMENT	400
Headlamps	400
Fog Lights	402
Tail Lights, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lights	402
License Lights	403
Center High-Mounted Stoplight	404
Auxiliary Off-Road Light	404
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES	406
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS	407
Engine	407
Chassis	408
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	409
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE	410
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	410
Required Maintenance Intervals	412
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	427
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	429
Prepare For The Appointment	429
Prepare A List	429
Be Reasonable With Requests	429
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	429
Chrysler LLC Customer Center	430
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	430
In Mexico contact	430
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	431
Service Contract	431
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)	432
MOPAR PARTS	432
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	432
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C	432
In Canada	433
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	433
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	434
Treadwear	435
Traction Grades	435
Temperature Grades	436