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Hard-key
The blower speed increases as you turn the control
clockwise from the lowest blower setting. The blower
speed decreases as you turn the knob counter-clockwise.
Soft-key — Uconnect Touch™ System 4.3 (If Equipped)
Press the blower soft-key to enter the blower setting
screen. Once in the blower settings screen use the UP and
DOWN arrows to adjust the blower speed setting, or
directly select the speed setting by pressing the blower
bar area around the blower icon. The blower speed
increases as you press the UP arrow or move clockwise
on the setting scale and decreases when press the DOWN
arrow or move counter-clockwise on the setting scale.
Soft-key — Uconnect Touch™ System 8.4
Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting
and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting.
Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar
area between the icons.4. Front Defrost Button
Press and release to change the current airflow setting to
Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea-
ture is ON. Performing this function will cause the ATC
to switch into manual mode. The blower speed may
increase when Defrost mode is selected. If the front
defrost mode is turned off the climate system will return
the previous setting.
5. Rear Defrost Button
Press and release this button to turn on the rear window
defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped).
An indicator will illuminate when the rear window
defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically
turns off after 10 minutes.
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

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!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of 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 shift lever.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and
do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or
ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.(Continued)
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STARTING AND OPERATING 349

Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPARGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. 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 rag 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 rag or micro-fiber towel. A mild
soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol
content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean
with a clean damp rag.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Mini-
Fuse Description
43 — 25 Amp NaturalRear Heated Seats/
Steering Wheel
44 — 10 Amp RedPark Assist/Blind
Spot/Camera
45 — 15 Amp BlueCluster/Rearview
Mirror/Compass
46 — 10 Amp RedAdaptive Cruise Control
47 — 10 Amp RedAdaptive Front Lighting
48 — 20 Amp YellowActive Suspension
49 — — Fuse — Spare
50 — — Fuse — SpareCavity Car- tridgeFuse Mini-
Fuse Description
51 — 20 Amp YellowFront Heated Seats
52 — 10 Amp RedHeated Cupholders/
Rear Heated Seat
Switches
53 — 10 Amp RedHVAC Module/In Car
Temperature Sensor
54 — — Fuse — Spare
55 — — Fuse — Spare
56 — — Fuse — Spare
57 — — Fuse — Spare
58 — 10 Amp RedAirbag Module
59 — — Fuse — Spare
60 — — Fuse — Spare
494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

About Your Brakes.................... 371,373
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .............. 374
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control) ......................... 205
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 473
Adding Fuel ........................... 419
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 467
Additives, Fuel ......................... 416
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 200
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 460
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 463
Air Conditioning Filter .................343,464
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............463,464
Air Conditioning System ................341,463
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 397
Airbag .............................. 56,66
Airbag Deployment ....................... 67
Airbag Light ................... 63,64,69,85,286
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 68 Airbag, Side
...................... 60,62,65,66
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........60,62,66
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 18
Alarm Light ........................... 287
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alarm, Panic ............................ 23
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............374,377
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...............286,376
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............472,502
Disposal ........................... 474
Appearance Care ........................ 481
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 18
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 382
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 39
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 31
Auto Up Power Windows .................. 39
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 96
534 INDEX

Door Locks, Automatic.................... 31
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 245
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 366
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 367
Driving to Achieve Maximum
Fuel Economy .......................... 301
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 276
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 99
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 262
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 376
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 377
Brake Assist System ................... 377
Traction Control System ................ 377
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .... 487
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....202,205
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 378Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)
....................... 241,292
Emergency Deck Lid Release ................ 42
Emergency Trunk Release ................... 42
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............. 444
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 428
Jump Starting ....................... 440
Overheating ........................ 428
Towing ............................ 447
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 454
Engine ............................... 453
Air Cleaner ......................... 460
Block Heater ........................ 353
Break-In Recommendations .............. 82
Checking Oil Level ................... 458
Compartment ....................... 453
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 471,503
Cooling ........................... 470
538 INDEX

Exhaust Gas Caution................84,418
Fails to Start ........................ 352
Flooded, Starting ..................... 352
Fuel Requirements .................... 414
Jump Starting ....................... 440
Oil ......................... 458,502,503
Oil Change Interval ................ 300,458
Oil Filler Cap ....................... 459
Oil Filter ........................... 460
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 459
Oil Selection ..................... 458,502
Oil Synthetic ........................ 459
Overheating ........................ 428
Starting ........................... 349
Temperature Gauge ................... 290
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 459
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 66
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 415 Event Data Recorder
...................... 70
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 84,418
Exhaust System ....................... 84,468
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 97
Exterior Lighting ........................ 180
Exterior Lights .......................... 87
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 286
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 460
Air Conditioning .................. 343,464
Engine Oil ....................... 460,503
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 459
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 186
Flashers Hazard Warning ..................... 428
Turn Signal .................... 87,186,281
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 352
Floor Console .......................... 270
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INDEX 539

Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 414
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 414
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................. 290
Fuel .............................. 286
Speedometer ........................ 286
Tachometer ......................... 281
Gear Ranges ........................... 356
Gear Select Lever Override ................. 446
General Information ............17,25,146,226,413
General Maintenance ..................... 457
Glass Cleaning .......................... 486
Gross Axle Weight Rating .................. 423
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ................ 423
GVWR ............................... 423
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or
Shallow Standing Water ................ 367 Hazard Warning Flasher
................... 428
Head Restraints ......................... 170
Head Rests ............................ 170
Headlight Washers ....................... 467
Headlights ............................ 497
Automatic ......................... 181
Bulb Replacement .................... 497
Cleaning ........................... 486
Delay ............................. 182
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...... 186
Lights On Reminder .................. 184
On With Wipers ................... 182,193
Passing ............................ 186
Switch ............................ 180
Time Delay ......................... 182
Washers ........................... 467
Heated Mirrors ......................... 100
Heated Seats ........................... 165
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 353
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INDEX 541

Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)...... 285
Map Reading ..................... 187,188
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ........ 191
Passing ............................ 186
Reading ...................... 187,188,244
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 290
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............ 287
Service ......................... 496,497
Service Engine Soon
(Malfunction Indicator) ................ 285
SmartBeams ........................ 183
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 287
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .......283,406
Traction Control ..................... 384
Turn Signal .................... 87,185,186
Vanity Mirror ....................... 100
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) ........................ 281 Loading Vehicle
...................... 422,424
Capacities .......................... 424
Tires .............................. 391
Locks ................................. 28
Auto Unlock ......................... 31
Automatic Door ...................... 31
Child Protection ...................... 32
Door .............................. 28
Power Door ......................... 30
Low Tire Pressure System .................. 406
Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH) ..................... 75,77
Lubrication, Body ....................... 466
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 461
Maintenance Procedures ................... 457
Maintenance Schedule .................... 506
Maintenance, General ..................... 457
544 INDEX

Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)....................... 285,455
Manual Transmission ..................... 481
Fluid Level Check .................... 481
Manual, Service ......................... 530
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 477
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ............. 174
Memory Seat ........................... 174
Memory Seats and Radio .................. 174
Methanol ............................. 415
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 304
Mirrors ................................ 96
Automatic Dimming ................... 96
Electric Powered ...................... 99
Electric Remote ....................... 99
Exterior Folding ...................... 97
Heated ............................ 100
Outside ............................ 97
Vanity ............................ 100 Mode
Fuel Saver ......................... 301
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 406
Mopar Parts ......................... 456,529
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 415
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 185
Navigation System (Uconnect™ gps) .......... 241
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 82
Occupant Restraints ................... 43,62,67
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .............60,62,66
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............414,503
Odometer ............................. 282
Oil Change Indicator .................. 282,300
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............282,300
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 460
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 460
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INDEX 545