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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. 7
2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ..................................................................................12
3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................................................... 68
4 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................................................................ 86 5 MULTIMEDIA ............................................................................................................................... 128
6 SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 145 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ..................................................................................................... 193
8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................... 210
9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................ 263
10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE ..................................................................................................... 270 11 INDEX ............................................................................................................................................. 274
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INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS KEY ...........................................................8
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .............8
SYMBOL GLOSSARY.................................................8
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS ....................................................................... 12 Key Fob .............................................................12
SENTRY KEY ........................................................... 15
IGNITION SWITCH .................................................. 15
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition .........................15
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 17
How To Use Remote Start ................................17
To Exit Remote Start Mode .............................18
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —
If Equipped........................................................18
Remote Start Comfort Systems —
If Equipped........................................................18
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer
Activation — If Equipped ..................................19
Remote Start Cancel Message ........................19
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .... 19
To Arm The System ..........................................19
To Disarm The System .....................................19
Rearming Of The System .................................20
Security System Manual Override ...................20
Tamper Alert .....................................................20 DELUXE VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................................... 20
To Arm The System ..........................................20
To Disarm The System .....................................21
Security System Manual Override ...................21
DOORS ....................................................................22
Manual Door Locks ..........................................22
Power Door Locks ...........................................22
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry ...........23
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit......................25
Automatic Door Locks —If Equipped ...............25
Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors ........................................................25
STEERING WHEEL ..................................................26
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column —
If Equipped........................................................26
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column —
If Equipped .......................................................26
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ............26
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS ...27
Introducing Uconnect .......................................27
Basic Voice Commands ...................................27
Get Started .......................................................27
Additional Information .....................................28 DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED .... 28
Programming The Memory Feature ................29
Linking And Unlinking The Key
Fob To Memory.................................................29
Memory Position Recall ................................... 29
SEATS ..................................................................... 30
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats).................... 30
Power Adjustment (Front Seats) .................... 31
Heated Seats — If Equipped ........................... 33
Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped ............ 35
Head Restraints ............................................... 35
MIRRORS ............................................................... 37
Inside Rearview Mirror..................................... 37
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors ............................... 37
Outside Mirrors.................................................38
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror —
If Equipped .......................................................38
Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And
Approach Lighting —If Equipped ..................... 38
Power Mirrors ................................................... 38
Power Folding Outside Mirrors — If Equipped... 39
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ......................... 39
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped ..... 39
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UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK®) ....................................................... 40
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® ... 40
Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels ............40
Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code
Or Non-Rolling Code Device.............................40
Programming HomeLink® To A Garage
Door Opener .....................................................41
Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous
Device ...............................................................42
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button .. 42
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .........42
Security .............................................................43
Troubleshooting Tips ........................................43
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................. 44
Headlight Switch...............................................44
Multifunction Lever ..........................................45
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs).......................45
High/Low Beam Switch....................................45
Automatic High Beam — If Equipped .............45
Flash-To-Pass....................................................46
Automatic Headlights ......................................46
Parking Lights ..................................................46
Headlights On With Wipers ..............................46 Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge
Headlights — If Equipped .................................46
Headlight Time Delay ......................................46
Lights-On Reminder ........................................47
Fog Lights — If Equipped..................................47
Turn Signals .....................................................47
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ..................47
Automatic Headlight Leveling —If Equipped ...48
INTERIOR LIGHTS ..................................................48
Interior Courtesy Lights ....................................48
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS............... 50
Windshield Wiper Operation ............................50
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ...............51
CLIMATE CONTROLS .............................................52
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions ..........................................................52
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...........54
Climate Voice Commands................................55
Operating Tips .................................................55
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............... 56
Storage..............................................................56
USB/AUX Control ..............................................58
Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped ..................59
Power Sunshade — If Equipped ......................59
Power Outlets ...................................................60 WINDOWS ............................................................. 61
Power Window Controls ................................... 61
Automatic Window Features .......................... 62
Reset Auto-Up .................................................. 62
Window Lockout Switch ................................... 62
Wind Buffeting .................................................63
PANORAMIC SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ............. 63
Opening And Closing The Sunroof .................. 64
Pinch Protect Feature ...................................... 64
Opening And Closing The Power Shade..........64
Sunroof Maintenance ...................................... 65
Ignition Off Operation....................................... 65
HOOD....................................................................... 65
Opening The Hood ..........................................65
Closing The Hood ............................................. 65
TRUNK ..................................................................... 65
Opening The Trunk ........................................... 65
Closing The Trunk............................................. 66
Trunk Safety ..................................................... 66
Cargo Area Features ....................................... 67
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ........................................ 68
Instrument Cluster Descriptions ....................70
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........................ 70
Location And Controls ......................................71
Engine Oil Life Reset .......................................72
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Menu
Items .................................................................73
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode
Message — Electrical Load Reduction
Actions —If Equipped .......................................75
Programmable Features ..................................76
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................... 76
Red Warning Lights ..........................................77
Yellow Warning Lights ......................................79
Yellow Indicator Lights .....................................82
Green Indicator Lights......................................82
White Indicator Lights ......................................83
Blue Indicator Lights ........................................83
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ....... 84
Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ......................................84
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ............................................................ 85
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................86
Automatic Transmission .................................86
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition......................86
Normal Starting ...............................................86
AutoPark ...........................................................87
Extended Park Starting ....................................88
If Engine Fails To Start .....................................88
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) ...............................89
After Starting ....................................................89
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ...........89
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ...........89
PARKING BRAKE ....................................................90
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ................................91
Ignition Park Interlock ......................................92
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System ..............................................................92
8-Speed Automatic Transmission ...................92
SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED ..............................97
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ONLY —
IF EQUIPPED ...........................................................97
POWER STEERING .................................................97
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ....98 Cruise Control ..................................................98
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ...................... 100 PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK
ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ....................................... 108
ParkSense Sensors ....................................... 109
ParkSense Display ........................................ 109
ParkSense Warning Display ......................... 112
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense.............. 112
Service The ParkSense Park Assist System ...112
Cleaning The ParkSense System ................. 113
ParkSense System Usage Precautions........ 113
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ............................. 114
LaneSense Operation ................................... 114
Turning LaneSense On Or Off....................... 114
LaneSense Warning Message...................... 115
Changing LaneSense Status ........................ 116
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ............... 116
REFUELING THE VEHICLE ................................... 118 Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release ............ 118
VEHICLE LOADING .............................................. 119
Vehicle Certification Label............................ 119
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) .......... 119
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ............... 119
Overloading ................................................... 119
Loading ......................................................... 120
TRAILER TOWING ................................................ 120
Common Towing Definitions......................... 120
Trailer Hitch Classification............................ 122
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ............................................ 122
Trailer And Tongue Weight .......................... 123
Towing Requirements ................................... 123
Towing Tips ................................................... 125
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RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ..................................... 126
DRIVING TIPS ....................................................... 126 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ........................ 126
Driving Through Water ................................. 127
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ......................................... 128
CYBERSECURITY ................................................. 128
UCONNECT SETTINGS ........................................ 129Customer Programmable Features —
Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Settings .................... 129
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES...... 144
Regulatory And Safety Information .............. 144
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES .............................................. 145 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 145
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ....... 146
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS .......................... 151
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped..................................................... 151
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation
Operation —
If Equipped..................................................... 155
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .... 157 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................... 160
Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....... 160
Important Safety Precautions ...................... 160Seat Belt Systems ........................................ 161Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...... 167Child Restraints ............................................. 176
SAFETY TIPS ....................................................... 189
Transporting Passengers .............................. 189Transporting Pets ......................................... 189
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ................................................... 189
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ...................................... 191
Exhaust Gas................................................... 191
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ......................... 192IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ........................ 193
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED ..... 193
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ......................... 197 Preparations For Jacking ............................. 197
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .............. 198Jacking And Changing A Tire ....................... 198
JUMP STARTING ................................................. 201
Preparations For Jump Start ........................ 201
Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 202 REFUELING IN AN EMERGENCY –
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 203
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................... 204
MANUAL PARK RELEASE .................................. 205
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............................... 206
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .......................... 208 All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models...................... 209
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Models ................. 209
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .................................................................. 209
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......................... 209
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................... 210
Maintenance Plan ......................................... 211
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................... 214
3.6L Engine .................................................. 2145.7L Engine ................................................... 215
Checking Oil Level ........................................ 216
Adding Washer Fluid ..................................... 216Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 216
Pressure Washing ......................................... 217
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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .................................... 217 Engine Oil ...................................................... 217Engine Oil Filter ............................................. 218
Engine Air Cleaner Filter .............................. 218Air Conditioner Maintenance ....................... 218
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................... 220
Body Lubrication............................................ 221
Windshield Wiper Blades .............................. 221Exhaust System ............................................. 222
Cooling System ............................................. 224
Brake System ............................................... 226
Automatic Transmission .............................. 227All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .......... 228
Rear Axle ........................................................ 228Fuses.............................................................. 228
Bulb Replacement ......................................... 238
TIRES ..................................................................... 242
Tire Safety Information ................................ 242
Tires — General Information ........................ 250
Tire Types ....................................................... 253
Spare Tires — If Equipped ............................. 254
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 256
Snow Traction Devices .................................. 257
Tire Rotation Recommendations ................ 258
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES ...................................... 259
Treadwear ...................................................... 259Traction Grades ............................................. 259
Temperature Grades ..................................... 259 VEHICLE STORAGE .............................................. 260
BODYWORK ......................................................... 260
Protection From Atmospheric Agents .......... 260
Body And Underbody Maintenance.............. 260Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 260
INTERIORS .......................................................... 261
Seats And Fabric Parts ................................. 261
Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 262Leather Surfaces ........................................... 262Glass Surfaces ............................................. 262
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 263
BRAKE SYSTEM .................................................. 263
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .. 263
Torque Specifications ................................... 263
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ........................................ 264
3.6L Engine ................................................... 264
5.7L Engine ................................................... 264
Reformulated Gasoline ................................ 265Materials Added To Fuel ............................... 265
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ......................... 265
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ....265
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ...... 265Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese
Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline...................... 266Fuel System Cautions ................................... 266 FLUID CAPACITIES .............................................. 267
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .................. 268
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................. 269
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE .................................................... 270
Prepare For The Appointment ...................... 270
Prepare A List ................................................ 270
Be Reasonable With Requests..................... 270
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ................................ 270
FCA US LLC Customer Center....................... 270
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center .............. 270
Mexico............................................................ 271
Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands ............... 271
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or
Speech Impaired(TDD/TTY) .......................... 271
Service Contract ........................................... 271
WARRANTY INFORMATION ................................ 272
MOPAR® PARTS ................................................. 272
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS .......................... 272
In The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C............................................ 272
In Canada ...................................................... 272
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS .......................... 273
GENERAL INFORMATION.................................... 273
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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Chrysler vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality. This
Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your
vehicle. It is supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC offers to its
customers as well as the details of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications carefully before
driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions, recommendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual will help ensure safe and
enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated in
the text. Therefore, you should only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content
introduced throughout the Owner’s Information, which may or may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”. All data
contained in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement of the vehicles
produced. For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For further information,
contact an authorized dealer.
When it comes to service, remember that the authorized dealers know your Chrysler vehicle best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and
care about your satisfaction.1
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SYMBOLS KEY
If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important
information. Observe all Cautions and Warnings.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
SYMBOL GLOSSARY
Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating
precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to
follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the definition of
each symbol Úpage 76.
NOTE:Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options and
current vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear.
WARNING!
These statements are against operating
procedures that could result in a collision, bodily
injury and/or death.
CAUTION! These statements are against procedures that
could result in damage to your vehicle.
NOTE: A suggestion which will improve installation,
operation, and reliability. If not followed, may
result in damage.
TIP: General ideas/solutions/suggestions on easier
use of the product or functionality.
PAGE REFERENCE
ARROW
Follow this reference for additional information on
a particular feature.
FOOTNOTE Supplementary and relevant information
pertaining to the topic.
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its
roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious
injury or death.
Red Warning Lights
Air Bag Warning Light Úpage 77
Brake Warning Light Úpage 77
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Battery Charge Warning Light Úpage 78
Door Open Warning Light Úpage 78
Electric Power Steering Fault Warning Light Úpage 78
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light Úpage 78
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light Úpage 78
Oil Pressure Warning Light Úpage 79
Oil Temperature Warning Light Úpage 79
Red Warning Lights
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Úpage 78
Transmission Temperature Warning Light Úpage 79
Trunk Open Warning Light Úpage 79
Vehicle Security Warning Light Úpage 79
Yellow Warning Lights
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)
Úpage 80
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light Úpage 80
Red Warning Lights
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10 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light Úpage 80
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light Úpage 80
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light Úpage 81
Low Fuel Warning Light Úpage 80
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Úpage 79
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light Úpage 81
Yellow Warning Lights
Service AWD Warning Light
Úpage 81
LaneSense Warning Light Úpage 80
Service LaneSense Warning Light Úpage 80
Service Adaptive Cruise Control Warning Light Úpage 79
Yellow Indicator Lights
Forward Collision Warning OFF Indicator Light
Úpage 82
Yellow Warning Lights
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