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360 STARTING AND OPERATING used in accordance with the manufacturers' directions, it provides for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control, thereby enhancing towing safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weight-Distributing Hitch Weights (TW) and may be required depending on Vehicle A weight-distributing system works by applying leverand Trailer configuration/loading to comply with Gross age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements. for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). When Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle. These kind of hitches are the most popular on the market today and they are commonly used to tow small- and mediumsized trailers.

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 A Key	16
Key-In-Ignition Reminder	16
SENTRY KEYĥ	16
Replacement Keys	17
Customer Key Programming	18
General Information	19
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED	19
To Arm The System	19
Rearming The System	20
To Disarm The System	20
Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override	21
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED	21
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate	22
Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All First Press	22
Illuminated Approach — If Equipped	23
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate	23
Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock	23
Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock	24
Using The Panic Alarm	25
Programming Additional Transmitters	26
General Information	26
Transmitter Battery Replacement	26
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	27
How To Use Remote Start	28
DOOR LOCKS	30
Manual Door Locks	30
Power Door Locks	31
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors	34
POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED	35
Power Window Switches	35
Auto-Down	36
Window Lockout Switch	37
LIFTGATE	37
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	39
Lap/Shoulder Belts	42
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage	48
Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions	49
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure	52
Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions	52
Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped	53
Energy Management Feature	54
Seat Belt Pretensioners	55
Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR)	55
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlertĥ)	59
Seat Belt Extender	61
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women	61
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags	62
Advanced Front Air Bag Features	64
Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls	68
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	75
Child Restraints	76
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	85
SAFETY TIPS	85
Transporting Passengers	85
Exhaust Gas	86
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle	87
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle	89
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE	91
MIRRORS	95
Inside Day/Night Mirror	95
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped	96
Outside Mirror — Driver Side	96
Outside Mirror — Passenger Side	97
Power Mirrors	97
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped	98
Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped	98
Sun Visor Sliding Feature	99
Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED	99
Operation	101
Phone Call Features	108
Uconnect™ Phone Features	111
Advanced Phone Connectivity	116
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone	118
General Information	129
VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED	129
Voice Command System Operation	129
Commands	130
Voice Training	134
SEATS	134
Power Seats — If Equipped	135
Heated Seats — If Equipped	136
Manual Front Seat Adjustment	137
Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped	139
Manual Lumbar — If Equipped	139
Driver's Seatback Recline	140
Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat	141
Head Restraints	142
Folding Rear Seat	145
Reclining Rear Seat — If Equipped	146
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	147
LIGHTS	149
Multifunction Lever	149
Headlights And Parking Lights	149
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped	150
Lights-On Reminder	150
Fog Lights — If Equipped	150
Turn Signals	151
High/Low Beam Switch	151
Flash-To-Pass	151
Instrument Panel Dimming	152
Map/Reading Lights	152
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	153
Windshield Wiper Operation	154
Intermittent Wiper System	155
Windshield Washers	155
Mist Feature	156
TILT STEERING COLUMN	156
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED	157
To Activate	158
To Set A Desired Speed	159
To Deactivate	159
To Resume Speed	159
To Vary The Speed Setting	159
To Accelerate For Passing	160
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED	160
Programming HomeLinkĥ	162
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	164
Using HomeLinkĥ	165
Reprogramming A Single HomeLinkĥ Button	165
Security	165
Troubleshooting Tips	166
General Information	166
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED	167
Opening Sunroof — Express	168
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode	168
Closing Sunroof — Express	168
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode	168
Pinch Protect Feature	168
Venting Sunroof — Express	169
Sunshade Operation	169
Wind Buffeting	169
Sunroof Maintenance	169
Ignition Off Operation	169
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	170
POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED	173
CUPHOLDERS	175
STORAGE	176
Glove Compartment And Storage Bin	176
Door Storage	177
CONSOLE FEATURES	178
CARGO AREA FEATURES	179
Cargo Light/Removable Self-Recharging Flashlight	179
Cargo Cover	180
Removable Load Floor	182
Cargo Tie-Down Loops	182
Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped	184
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	184
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	184
Rear Window Defroster	185
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED	186
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	189
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	192
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER	193
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	194
MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED	207
Control Buttons	208
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED	209
Engine Oil Change Indicator System — If Equipped	212
EVIC Functions	213
Compass/Temperature/Audio	213
Average Fuel Economy	213
Distance To Empty (DTE)	214
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)	214
Elapsed Time	214
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	215
MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	220
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	220
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	228
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	230
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	233
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	233
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	235
MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED	239
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped	239
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped	239
MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES)	239
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	240
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	243
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	245
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	247
MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO (SALES CODE RES+RSC)	248
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	248
Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	254
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	256
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	259
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	259
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	260
iPodĥ/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED	264
Connecting The iPodĥ Or External USB Device	265
Using This Feature	265
Controlling The iPodĥ Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons	266
Play Mode	266
List Or Browse Mode	268
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)	270
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS	271
Radio Operation	271
CD Player	272
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE	272
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES	273
CLIMATE CONTROLS	273
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning	273
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped	278
Operating Tips	284
STARTING AND OPERATING	287
STARTING PROCEDURES	291
Manual Transmission – If Equipped	291
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped	291
Normal Starting	292
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or ̺29°C)	292
If Engine Fails To Start	293
After Starting	293
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED	293
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED	294
Five–Speed Manual Transmission	294
Recommended Shift Speeds	295
Downshifting	295
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED	296
Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System	297
Brake/Transmission Interlock System	297
Gear Ranges	298
AUTOSTICKĥ — IF EQUIPPED	300
Operation	300
General Information	301
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED	302
ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS	302
POWER STEERING	303
Power Steering Fluid Check	304
PARKING BRAKE	305
BRAKE SYSTEM	307
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
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)	312
Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped	313
Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual Transmission Only	314
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	316
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light	319
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	320
Tire Markings	320
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	324
Tire Terminology And Definitions	325
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure	326
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION	330
Tire Pressure	330
Tire Inflation Pressures	331
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation	332
Radial Ply Tires	333
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and Wheel – If Equipped	334
Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped	334
Full Size Spare – If Equipped	335
Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped	335
Tire Spinning	336
Tread Wear Indicators	337
Life Of Tire	337
Replacement Tires	338
TIRE CHAINS	339
SNOW TIRES	339
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	340
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	341
Base System	343
Premium System – If Equipped	346
General Information	350
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	351
Reformulated Gasoline	351
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	352
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	352
MMT In Gasoline	353
Materials Added To Fuel	353
Fuel System Cautions	354
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	355
ADDING FUEL	355
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	355
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	357
VEHICLE LOADING	357
Vehicle Certification Label	358
TRAILER TOWING	360
Common Towing Definitions	360
Trailer Hitch Classification	363
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	364
Trailer And Tongue Weight	364
Towing Requirements	365
Towing Tips	370
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	372
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	375
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS	376
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS	376
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING	377
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING	378
Jack Location	378
Spare Tire Stowage	379
Preparations For Jacking	379
Jacking Instructions	380
Road Tire Installation	385
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	386
Preparations For Jump-Start	387
Jump-Starting Procedure	389
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	391
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE	392
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	393
With Ignition Key	393
Without The Ignition Key	395
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	397
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L	399
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L	400
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II	401
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	401
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	402
REPLACEMENT PARTS	403
DEALER SERVICE	403
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	404
Engine Oil	405
Engine Oil Filter	408
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	408
Maintenance-Free Battery	409
Air Conditioner Maintenance	410
Body Lubrication	411
Windshield Wiper Blades	412
Adding Washer Fluid	412
Exhaust System	413
Cooling System	415
Brake System	421
Automatic Transmission (CVT) – If Equipped	424
Manual Transmission – If Equipped	425
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) – AWD/4WD Models Only	425
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – AWD/4WD Models Only	426
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion	426
FUSES	432
Integrated Power Module	432
VEHICLE STORAGE	436
REPLACEMENT BULBS	436
BULB REPLACEMENT	437
Headlamps	437
Fog Lamps	437
Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp	438
License Lamps	438
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp	438
FLUID CAPACITIES	439
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS	440
Engine	440
Chassis	441
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	443
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	444
Required Maintenance Intervals	446
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	461
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	463
Prepare For The Appointment	463
Prepare A List	463
Be Reasonable With Requests	463
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	463
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center	464
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	464
In Mexico contact:	464
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	465
Service Contract	465
WARRANTY INFORMATION	466
MOPARĥ PARTS	466
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	466
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.	466
In Canada	467
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	467
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	469
Treadwear	469
Traction Grades	469