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426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Frequency Of Fluid Change What Causes Corrosion? Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of maintenance interval. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protection. The most common causes of corrosion are: • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. • Stone and gravel impact. • Insects, tree sap and tar. • Salt in the air near sea coast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. Washing • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle in the shade using MOPAR௡ Car Wash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with The following maintenance recommendations will enable clear water. you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle.

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
To Disarm The System	20
Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override	20
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED	20
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate	21
Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All First Press	21
Illuminated Approach — If Equipped	22
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate	22
Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock	22
Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock	23
Using The Panic Alarm	24
Programming Additional Transmitters	25
General Information	25
Transmitter Battery Replacement	25
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	26
How To Use Remote Start	27
DOOR LOCKS	29
Manual Door Locks	29
Power Door Locks	30
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	43
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	86
Transporting Passengers	86
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
Power Mirrors	97
Outside Mirror — Driver Side	98
Outside Mirror — Passenger Side	98
Folding Outside Mirrors	99
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped	99
Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped	100
Sun Visor Sliding Feature	100
Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED	100
Operation	102
Phone Call Features	110
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	136
Power Seats — If Equipped	136
Heated Seats — If Equipped	138
Manual Front Seat Adjustment	139
Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped	140
Manual Lumbar — If Equipped	140
Driver's Seatback Recline	141
Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat	142
Head Restraints	142
Folding Rear Seat	146
Reclining Rear Seat — If Equipped	148
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD	148
LIGHTS	150
Multifunction Lever	150
Headlights And Parking Lights	150
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped	151
Lights-On Reminder	151
Fog Lights — If Equipped	151
Turn Signals	152
High/Low Beam Switch	152
Flash-To-Pass	152
Instrument Panel Dimming	153
Map/Reading Lights	154
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS	154
Windshield Wiper Operation	156
Intermittent Wiper System	156
Windshield Washers	157
Mist Feature	157
TILT STEERING COLUMN	158
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED	159
To Activate	160
To Set A Desired Speed	160
To Deactivate	160
To Resume Speed	161
To Vary The Speed Setting	161
To Accelerate For Passing	161
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED	162
Programming HomeLinkĥ	163
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming	166
Using HomeLinkĥ	166
Reprogramming A Single HomeLinkĥ Button	167
Security	167
Troubleshooting Tips	167
General Information	168
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED	168
Opening Sunroof — Express	169
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode	169
Closing Sunroof — Express	170
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode	170
Pinch Protect Feature	170
Venting Sunroof — Express	170
Sunshade Operation	170
Wind Buffeting	171
Sunroof Maintenance	171
Ignition Off Operation	171
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	172
POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED	174
CUPHOLDERS	176
STORAGE	177
Glove Compartment And Storage Bin	177
Door Storage	178
CONSOLE FEATURES	179
CARGO AREA FEATURES	180
Cargo Light/Removable Self-Recharging Flashlight	180
Cargo Cover	181
Removable Load Floor	183
Cargo Tie-Down Loops	184
Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped	185
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	186
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	186
Rear Window Defroster	187
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED	187
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	191
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	194
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER	195
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	196
MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED	210
Control Buttons	210
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED	211
Engine Oil Change Indicator System — If Equipped	214
EVIC Functions	215
Compass/Temperature/Audio	215
Average Fuel Economy	216
Distance To Empty (DTE)	216
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)	216
Elapsed Time	216
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	216
MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	222
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	222
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	230
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	232
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	235
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	235
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	237
MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED	241
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped	242
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped	242
MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES)	242
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	242
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	245
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	247
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	250
MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO (SALES CODE RES+RSC)	251
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	251
Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	257
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	259
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	261
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	261
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	262
iPodĥ/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED	266
Connecting The iPodĥ Or External USB Device	267
Using This Feature	268
Controlling The iPodĥ Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons	268
Play Mode	268
List Or Browse Mode	270
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)	272
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS	273
Radio Operation	274
CD Player	274
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE	275
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES	275
CLIMATE CONTROLS	275
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning	276
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped	280
Operating Tips	286
STARTING AND OPERATING	289
STARTING PROCEDURES	293
Manual Transmission – If Equipped	293
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped	293
Normal Starting	294
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or ̺29°C)	294
If Engine Fails To Start	295
After Starting	295
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED	295
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED	296
Five–Speed Manual Transmission	296
Recommended Shift Speeds	297
Downshifting	297
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED	298
Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System	299
Brake/Transmission Interlock System	299
Gear Ranges	300
AUTOSTICKĥ — IF EQUIPPED	302
Operation	302
General Information	303
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED	304
ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS	304
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS	305
When To Use Low (L Off-Road) With The 4WD Lock Lever Engaged	306
Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand	306
Hill Climbing	308
Driving Through Water	310
After Driving Off-Road	312
POWER STEERING	313
Power Steering Fluid Check	315
PARKING BRAKE	315
BRAKE SYSTEM	317
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	318
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	321
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	321
Brake Assist System (BAS)	321
Traction Control System (TCS)	322
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)	323
Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped	324
Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual Transmission Or Off-Road Package Only	325
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	327
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light	329
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	330
Tire Markings	330
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	334
Tire Terminology And Definitions	335
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure	336
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION	340
Tire Pressure	340
Tire Inflation Pressures	341
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation	343
Radial Ply Tires	343
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and Wheel – If Equipped	343
Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped	344
Full Size Spare – If Equipped	345
Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped	345
Tire Spinning	346
Tread Wear Indicators	347
Life Of Tire	347
Replacement Tires	348
TIRE CHAINS	349
SNOW TIRES	349
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	350
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	351
Base System	353
Premium System – If Equipped	355
General Information	359
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	360
Reformulated Gasoline	360
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	361
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	361
MMT In Gasoline	362
Materials Added To Fuel	362
Fuel System Cautions	362
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	363
ADDING FUEL	364
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	364
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	366
VEHICLE LOADING	366
Vehicle Certification Label	366
TRAILER TOWING	368
Common Towing Definitions	368
Trailer Hitch Classification	371
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	372
Trailer And Tongue Weight	373
Towing Requirements	374
Towing Tips	379
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	380
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES	381
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS	382
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS	382
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING	383
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING	384
Jack Location	384
Spare Tire Stowage	385
Preparations For Jacking	385
Jacking Instructions	386
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	390
Preparations For Jump-Start	391
Jump-Starting Procedure	393
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	395
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE	396
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	397
With Ignition Key	397
Without The Ignition Key	398
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	399
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L	401
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L	402
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II	403
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	403
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	404
REPLACEMENT PARTS	405
DEALER SERVICE	405
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	406
Engine Oil	407
Engine Oil Filter	410
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	410
Maintenance-Free Battery	411
Air Conditioner Maintenance	412
Body Lubrication	413
Windshield Wiper Blades	414
Adding Washer Fluid	414
Exhaust System	415
Cooling System	417
Brake System	422
Automatic Transmission (CVT) – If Equipped	425
Manual Transmission – If Equipped	426
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) – AWD/4WD Models Only	427
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – AWD/4WD Models Only	427
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion	428
FUSES	433
Integrated Power Module	433
VEHICLE STORAGE	437
REPLACEMENT BULBS	437
BULB REPLACEMENT	438
Headlamps	438
Fog Lamps	438
Rear Tail, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps	439
License Lamps	439
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp	439
FLUID CAPACITIES	440
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS	441
Engine	441
Chassis	442
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	443
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	444
Required Maintenance Intervals	446
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	459
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	461
Prepare For The Appointment	461
Prepare A List	461
Be Reasonable With Requests	461
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	461
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center	462
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	462
In Mexico contact:	462
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	463
Service Contract	463
WARRANTY INFORMATION	464
MOPARĥ PARTS	464
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	464
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.	464
In Canada	465
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	465
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	467
Treadwear	467
Traction Grades	467