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298 STARTING AND OPERATING Recommended Shift Speeds Downshifting To use your manual transmission for optimal fuel Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and economy, it should be upshifted as listed in the following prolong engine life. table. Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Speeds Units in mph (km/h) AccelEngine eration 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 Size Rate Accel 14 (23) 23 (37) 29 (47) 45 (72) All Engines Cruise 12 (19) 18 (29) 25 (40) 32 (52) CAUTION! If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you could damage the engine, transmission, or clutch. To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, shift down to second or first gear when descending a steep grade. When turning a corner or driving up a steep grade, downshift early so that the engine will not be overburdened.

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	17
Replacement Keys	18
Customer Key Programming	18
General Information	19
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED	20
To Arm The System	20
Rearming The System	20
To Disarm The System	21
Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override	21
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — 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	27
General Information	27
Transmitter Battery Replacement	27
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	28
How To Use Remote Start	29
DOOR LOCKS	32
Manual Door Locks	32
Power Door Locks	33
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors	36
POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED	38
Power Window Switches	38
Auto-Down	39
Window Lockout Switch	39
LIFTGATE	40
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS	41
Lap/Shoulder Belts	45
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage	50
Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions	51
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure	54
Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions	54
Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped	55
Energy Management Feature	56
Seat Belt Pretensioners	56
Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) — If Equipped	57
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlertĥ)	61
Seat Belt Extender	62
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women	63
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags	63
Advanced Front Air Bag Features	65
Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls	69
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	76
Child Restraints	77
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS	86
SAFETY TIPS	87
Transporting Passengers	87
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	96
Inside Day/Night Mirror	96
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped	96
Outside Mirror — Driver Side	97
Outside Mirror — Passenger Side	97
Power Mirrors	98
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	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	136
Heated Seats — If Equipped	137
Manual Front Seat Adjustment	138
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	143
Folding Rear Seat	146
Reclining Rear Seat — If Equipped	147
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	161
To Deactivate	161
To Resume Speed	161
To Vary The Speed Setting	161
To Accelerate For Passing	162
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED	162
Before You Begin Programming HomeLinkĥ	164
Programming A Rolling Code	164
Programming A Non-Rolling Code	166
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming	167
Using HomeLinkĥ	169
Security	169
Troubleshooting Tips	170
General Information	171
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED	171
Opening Sunroof — Express	172
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode	172
Closing Sunroof — Express	173
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode	173
Pinch Protect Feature	173
Venting Sunroof — Express	173
Sunshade Operation	174
Wind Buffeting	174
Sunroof Maintenance	174
Ignition Off Operation	174
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS	175
POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED	178
CUPHOLDERS	180
STORAGE	181
Glove Compartment And Storage Bin	181
Door Storage	182
CONSOLE FEATURES	183
CARGO AREA FEATURES	184
Cargo Light/Removable Self-Recharging Flashlight	184
Cargo Cover	185
Removable Load Floor	187
Cargo Tie-Down Loops	187
Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped	189
REAR WINDOW FEATURES	189
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	189
Rear Window Defroster	190
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED	191
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL	193
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES	196
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER	197
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS	198
MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED	211
Control Buttons	212
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED	213
Engine Oil Change Indicator System — If Equipped	216
EVIC Functions	217
Compass/Temperature/Audio	218
Average Fuel Economy	218
Distance To Empty (DTE)	218
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)	218
Elapsed Time	219
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)	219
MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK)	224
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode	225
Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)	233
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files	235
LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	237
INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)	237
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	239
MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED	243
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped	244
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped	244
MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES)	244
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	244
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play	247
Notes on Playing MP3 Files	249
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode	252
MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO (SALES CODE RES+RSC)	253
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode	253
Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio Play	259
Notes On Playing MP3 Files	261
LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	263
INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)	263
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped	264
iPodĥ/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED	268
Connecting The iPodĥ Or External USB Device	269
Using This Feature	270
Controlling The iPodĥ Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons	270
Play Mode	270
List Or Browse Mode	272
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)	274
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS	275
Radio Operation	276
CD Player	276
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE	276
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES	277
CLIMATE CONTROLS	277
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning	278
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped	282
Operating Tips	288
STARTING AND OPERATING	291
STARTING PROCEDURES	295
Manual Transmission – If Equipped	295
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped	296
Normal Starting	296
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or ̺29°C)	297
If Engine Fails To Start	297
After Starting	297
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED	298
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED	298
Five–Speed Manual Transmission	298
Recommended Shift Speeds	300
Downshifting	300
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED	301
Key Ignition Park Interlock	302
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System	302
Gear Ranges	303
AUTOSTICKĥ	308
Operation	308
General Information	309
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED	309
ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS	310
POWER STEERING	310
Power Steering Fluid Check	311
PARKING BRAKE	312
BRAKE SYSTEM	315
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	316
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM	318
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	318
Traction Control System (TCS)	318
Brake Assist System (BAS)	319
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)	320
Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped	321
Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual Transmission Only	322
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	324
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light	327
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION	328
Tire Markings	328
Tire Identification Number (TIN)	332
Tire Terminology And Definitions	333
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure	334
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION	338
Tire Pressure	338
Tire Inflation Pressures	339
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation	341
Radial Ply Tires	341
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel – If Equipped	341
Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped	342
Full Size Spare – If Equipped	343
Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped	343
Tire Spinning	344
Tread Wear Indicators	344
Life Of Tire	345
Replacement Tires	346
TIRE CHAINS	348
SNOW TIRES	348
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS	348
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	350
Base System	352
Premium System – If Equipped	354
General Information	358
FUEL REQUIREMENTS	359
Reformulated Gasoline	359
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends	360
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles	360
MMT In Gasoline	361
Materials Added To Fuel	361
Fuel System Cautions	361
Carbon Monoxide Warnings	362
ADDING FUEL	363
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)	363
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	365
VEHICLE LOADING	365
Vehicle Certification Label	365
TRAILER TOWING	367
Common Towing Definitions	367
Trailer Hitch Classification	370
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)	371
Trailer And Tongue Weight	372
Towing Requirements	373
Towing Tips	378
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)	379
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	385
Spare Tire Stowage	385
Preparations For Jacking	385
Jacking Instructions	386
Road Tire Installation	392
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES	394
Preparations For Jump-Start	395
Jump-Starting Procedure	396
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE	398
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE	399
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE	401
With Ignition Key	401
Without The Ignition Key	402
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE	403
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L	405
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L	406
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II	407
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message	407
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS	408
REPLACEMENT PARTS	409
DEALER SERVICE	410
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES	410
Engine Oil	411
Engine Oil Filter	414
Engine Air Cleaner Filter	414
Maintenance-Free Battery	415
Air Conditioner Maintenance	416
Body Lubrication	419
Windshield Wiper Blades	419
Adding Washer Fluid	420
Exhaust System	421
Cooling System	423
Brake System	428
Automatic Transmission (CVT) – If Equipped	431
Manual Transmission – If Equipped	432
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) – AWD/4WD Models Only	433
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – AWD/4WD Models Only	433
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion	434
FUSES	440
Integrated Power Module	440
VEHICLE STORAGE	444
REPLACEMENT BULBS	444
BULB REPLACEMENT	445
Headlamps	445
Fog Lamps	445
Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp	446
License Lamps	446
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp	446
FLUID CAPACITIES	447
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS	448
Engine	448
Chassis	449
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES	451
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	452
Required Maintenance Intervals	454
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE	467
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE	469
Prepare For The Appointment	469
Prepare A List	469
Be Reasonable With Requests	469
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE	469
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center	470
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center	470
In Mexico contact:	470
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)	471
Service Contract	471
WARRANTY INFORMATION	472
MOPARĥ PARTS	472
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS	472
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.	472
In Canada	473
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS	473
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES	475
Treadwear	475
Traction Grades	475