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accessible to children. Do not leave the ignition of
a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly
unattended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could
also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten
your seat belt properly and make sure all passen-
gers are also properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object, to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
Opening Sunroof — Express
Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half
second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automati-
cally from any position. The sunroof and sunshade will
open fully and stop automatically. This is called “Express
Open.” During Express Open operation, any other actua-
tion of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode
To open the sunroof, push and hold the switch rearward
to full open. Any release of the switch will stop the
movement. The sunroof and sunshade will remain in a
partially opened condition until the sunroof switch is
pushed again.
Closing Sunroof — Express
Push the switch forward and release it within one-half
second and the sunroof will close automatically from any
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
•Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback is not securely locked into
position, the seat will not provide the proper sta-
bility for child seats and/or passengers. An improp-
erly latched seat could cause serious injury.
• The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in a collision. Children should
be seated and using the proper restraint system.
• To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear
cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes
only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats
and use seat belts.
WARNING!
The weight and position of cargo and passengers can
change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle
handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in per-
sonal injury, follow these guidelines for loading your
vehicle:
• Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as pos-
sible.
• Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight
over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of
the vehicle to sway.
• Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of
the seatback. This could impair visibility or be-
come a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or
collision.
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Red Telltale Indicator Lights
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a
chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver ’s seat belt remains un-
buckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously and a chime will
sound. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for
further information.
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake
fully when parked to guard against vehicle move-
ment and possible injury or damage.
• When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the
keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode, remove
the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in
a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
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reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition (of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go) in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
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CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
WARNING!
•
Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
• The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
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cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or windows
equipped with radio antennas. Do not use scrapers or
other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or cloth that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution maybe used, but do not use high alcohol content or
abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a
clean damp cloth.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR Total Clean, a mild
soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the
belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and
leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do
not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt
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Battery............................ .277, 519
Charging System Light ...................277
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Location ............................. .519
Remote Battery Replacement ................25
Transmitter Battery Replacement .............25
Belts, Seat .............................. .101
Beverage Holder Cooled (Cupholder) ...........252
Beverage Holder Heated (Cupholder) ...........252
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................524
B-Pillar Location ......................... .423
Brake Assist System ...................... .406
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............403
Brake Fluid ......................... .568, 571
Brake, Parking .......................... .400
Brakes ................................ .402
Brake System ........................ .402, 534
Fluid Check ....................535, 568, 571
Master Cylinder ....................... .535Parking
............................. .400
Warning Light ..................... .274, 402
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................383
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................162
Bulb Replacement ..................... .560, 563
Bulbs, Light ......................... .103, 560
Camera, Rear ........................... .229
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .566
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... .517
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................532
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............100, 454
Cargo Area Features ...................... .260
Cargo Compartment ...................... .260
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................461
Car Washes ............................ .540
Certification Label ........................ .462
Chains,

Tire ............................ .440
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Changing A Flat Tire...................... .481
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .418
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .511
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............99
Checks, Safety ............................99
Child Restraint ............................77
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................82
Center Seat LATCH ......................90
Child Restraints .........................77
Child Seat Installation .....................95
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........91
Infants And Child Restraints ................80
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....90
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......84
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........80
Seating Positions ........................83
Child Safety Locks .........................35
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .451Cleaning
Wheels .............................. .542
Climate Control ......................... .338
Automatic ........................... .338
Clock ................................. .314
Coin Holder ............................ .255
Cold Weather Operation ....................379
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............337
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .435
Connector UCI................................ .334
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........334
Console, Floor .......................... .255
Contract, Service ......................... .585
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........532
Cooling System .......................... .528
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............530
Coolant Capacity ...................... .566
Coolant Level ..................... .528, 533
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Passive Entry...........................36
Passive Entry Programming .............36, 328
Unlock From The Driver’s Side ..............23
Unlock From The Passenger Side .............23
Keyless Entry System .......................22
Keyless Go ...............................12
Key, Replacement ..........................18
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................17
Lane Change And Turn Signals ...............158
Lane Change Assist ....................... .158
LaneSense ............................. .209
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................50
Latches ............................... .104
Hood ............................... .150
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .450
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .104
Life Of Tires ............................ .438Light Bulbs
......................... .103, 560
Lights ............................. .103, 152
AirBag ........................73, 101, 273
Automatic Headlights ....................153
Brake Assist Warning ....................414
Brake Warning ..................... .274, 402
Bulb Replacement ...................... .563
Cruise ........................... .298, 300
Daytime Running ...................... .156
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............157, 159
Engine Temperature Warning ...............276
Exterior ............................. .103
Fog............................. .157, 283
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................478
Headlights ........................ .152, 563
Headlights On Reminder ..................156
Headlights On With Wipers .............153, 166
Headlight Switch ...................... .152
High Beam ........................... .159
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High Beam/Low Beam Select...............159
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .152
Intensity Control ....................... .162
Interior ............................. .161
License ............................. .565
Lights On Reminder .....................156
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........284
Map Reading ......................... .159
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........163
Park ............................ .153, 296
Passing ............................. .159
Reading .......................... .159, 232
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .272
Security Alarm ........................ .276
Service .......................... .560, 563
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........288, 443
Traction Control ....................... .414
Turn Signal ..................103, 157, 158, 297 Vanity Mirror
......................... .122
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .276, 297
Loading Vehicle ...................... .461, 463
Capacities ........................... .463
Tires ............................... .423
Load Leveling System ..................... .263
Locks ..................................31
Automatic Door .........................34
Auto Unlock ...........................34
Child Protection .........................35
Door .................................31
Power Door ............................33
Low Tire Pressure System ...................443
Lubrication, Body ........................ .524
Lug Nuts .............................. .479
Maintenance Free Battery ....................519
Maintenance Procedures ....................514
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .574
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