towing CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2017 2.G Owner's Guide

•Vehicles with a discharged battery or total electrical
failure when the electric parking brake (EPB) is en-
gaged, will need a wheel dolly or jack to raise the rear
wheels off the ground when moving the vehicle onto a
flatbed.
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFFthe ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, this vehicle must
towed with the front wheels OFF the ground (using a
towing dolly, or wheel lift equipment with the front
wheels raised).
NOTE: Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released,
and remains released, while being towed.CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Vehicle Recovery Tow Points
Your vehicle is equipped with Vehicle Recovery Points
that can be used to recover a disabled vehicle, located on
the underbody of the vehicle.
NOTE:
• Ensure that the towing service tow hooks are properly
seated and secured in the attachment points.
• This recovery tow feature should be used by a trained
professional only.
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•Use approved receptacle location to free the disabled
vehicle from its environment.CAUTION!
Recovery feature:
• Is to be used by a professional ONLY.
• Is used only to provide recovery of the vehicle.
• Is NOT to be used to recover secondary vehicle.
• Is NOT to be used for transporting the vehicle over
the road, i.e. “Flat Towing”.
Recovery load should:
• Be applied at constant speed.
• Be applied parallel to the center line of the length
of the vehicle.
• Not be an abrupt acceleration.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
Front Recovery Points
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NOTE:The Safehold feature will engage the Electric Park
Brake whenever the driver’s door is opened (if the
ignition is ON, transmission is not in PARK, and brake
pedal is released). If you are towing this vehicle with the
ignition in the ON/RUN position, you must manually
disable the Electric Park Brake each time the driver’s
door is opened, by pressing the brake pedal and then
pushing the EPB switch down.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Manual Park Release” in this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
in order to move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Do not use sling-type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
• Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released, and
remains released, while being towed.
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS)
This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident
Response System.
Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety”
in this guide for further information on the Enhanced
Accident Response System (EARS) function.
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WARNING!
•Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious
and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing
CO, refer to “Safety Tips” in “Safety” for further
information.
• A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park
over materials that can burn. Such materials might
be grass or leaves coming into contact with your
exhaust system. Do not park or operate your ve-
hicle in areas where your exhaust system can con-
tact anything that can burn.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage. NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
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NOTE:Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition,
gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear
axles must not be exceeded. For further information on
GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to
“Vehicle Loading” in the “Starting And Operating” sec-
tion of this manual.
To determine the maximum loading conditions of your
vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or
XXX kg” on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and
trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed
the weight referenced here. Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or
XXX kg” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg.
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4. The resulting figure equals the available amount ofcargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if
“XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will
be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity
is 650 lbs (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 lbs (68 kg) = 750 lbs
(340 kg), and 1400 lbs (635 kg) – 750 lbs (340 kg) =
650 lbs [295 kg]).
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not
safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load
capacity calculated in step 4. NOTE:
•
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your
trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The follow-
ing table shows examples on how to calculate total
load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your
vehicle with varying seating configurations and num-
ber and size of occupants. This table is for illustration
purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating
and load carry capacity of your vehicle.
• For the following example, the combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs
(392 kg).
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Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..................121
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................261
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .619
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................605
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................634
Door Ajar .......................... .241, 242
Door Ajar Light ...................... .241, 242
Door Locks Key Fob Emergency Key ...................26
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .175
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .......................59
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .524
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .......745
E-85 Fuel .............................. .682Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)
........194
Electric Parking Brake ..................... .389
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................106
Electronic Brake Control System ...............268
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................266
Traction Control System ...................268
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .....405, 409
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............271
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........238
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . .494, 497 Change Engine Oil ..................... .217
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .215
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .215
EVIC Display ......................... .215
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................529
Jacking ....................... .559, 562, 639
Jump Starting ......................... .595
810 INDEX

Overheating.......................... .600
Towing ............................. .605
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .625
Block Heater ......................... .386
Break-In Recommendations ................388
Checking Oil Level ..................... .619
Compartment ......................... .618
Compartment Identification ................618
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................687
Cooling ............................. .630
Exhaust Gas Caution .................374, 681
Fails To Start ......................... .385
Flooded, Starting ...................... .385
Fuel Requirements ..................... .677
Oil .......................... .622, 686, 687
Oil Filter ............................ .624
Oil Selection ...................... .622, 686
Oil Synthetic ......................... .624Overheating
.......................... .600
Starting ............................. .383
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .623
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................623
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ........341, 608
Ethanol ............................ .679, 682
Event Data Recorder ...................... .345
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................374, 681
Exhaust System ...................... .374, 628
Exterior Lighting ......................... .543
Exterior Lights .................110, 377, 537, 543
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .625
Air Conditioning ...................... .147
Engine Oil ........................ .624, 687
Engine Oil Disposal .....................624
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .529
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INDEX 811

Gasoline, Clean Air....................... .678
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................678
Gear Ranges ............................ .398
Glass Cleaning .......................... .672
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................507
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................507
GVWR ................................ .504
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ .524
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................529
Headlights Bulb Replacement ...................... .540
Cleaning ............................ .668
Lights On Reminder .....................112
Passing ..............................115
Replacing ............................ .540
Time Delay ............................112 Washers
..............................112
Head Restraints ...........................98
Heated Mirrors .......................... .107
Heater ................................ .124
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .386
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ....115
Hill Start Assist .......................... .275
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .510
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ..............175
Hood Prop ............................. .158
Hood Release ........................... .158
Hook, Coat ............................. .192
Inside Rearview Mirror ..................104, 529
Instrument Cluster ..............214, 239, 246, 254
Instrument Cluster ..................... .217
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............671
Interior And Instrument Lights ................117
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INDEX 813

Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)...........633
Radio Frequency General Information ...................22, 36
Radio Operation ......................... .770
Radio Remote Controls .....................742
Rear Air Conditioning ...................130, 143
Rear Camera ........................ .494, 497
Rear Cross Path ......................... .285
Rear ParkSense System ..................436, 447
Rearview Mirrors ........................ .104
Reclining Front Seats .......................60
Recorder, Event Data ...................... .345
Recreational Towing ...................... .521
Reformulated Gasoline .....................678
Refrigerant ............................. .626
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... .304
Remote Control Starting System .........................33 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
Arm The Alarm .........................38
Disarm The Alarm .......................39
Remote Battery Replacement ................26
Transmitter Battery Replacement .............26
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........742
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode ...................35
Uconnect Customer Programmable
Features ....................... .36, 712, 737
Uconnect Settings .................36, 712, 737
Remote Starting System ......................33
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .537
Replacement Tires ........................ .655
Reporting Safety Defects ....................802
Restraint, Head ...........................98
Restraints, Child ......................... .346
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ...................201
818 INDEX