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NOTE:For 1.4L Turbo automatic (DDCT) transmission:
Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be
achieved at wheel speeds of approximately 6 mph
(10 km/h) or less.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce
the risk of clutch or transmission failure during
prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle. NOTE:
Push the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system in “partial off” mode,
before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake
Control” in “Starting And Operating” for further infor-
mation. Once the vehicle has been freed, push the ESC
Off switch again to restore ESC Onmode.CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be-
tween DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE, do not spin
the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drive-
train damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no trans-
mission shifting occurring).
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WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the
following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:
1. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.3. Remove the rubber storage tray liner from the center
console, then lift up the front of the shift lever bezel,
carefully disengage the bezel from the shift lever
housing, and slide it up to the top of the shift lever.
4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
Shift Lever Bezel
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Towing Condition WheelsOFF The
Ground 2.0L / 2.4L AUTO-
MATIC TRANS- MISSION MANUAL TRANS-
MISSION 1.4L TURBO AU-
TOMATIC (DDCT) TRANSMISSION
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWEDTransmission in
NEUTRAL Transmission in
NEUTRAL
Dolly Tow RearNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALLOKBEST METHOD BEST METHOD
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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, defroster, etc.)
while being towed, the key must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT use sling-type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• 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.
• The manufacturer does not recommend towing this
vehicle using a tow dolly. Vehicle damage may
occur.
2.0L / 2.4L Automatic Transmission
This vehicle must be towed with all four wheels OFF
the ground using a flatbed.
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CAUTION!
•DO NOT flat tow any 2.0L or 2.4L vehicle equipped
with an automatic transmission. Damage to the
drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require
towing, make sure all the wheels are OFF the
ground.
• Do not dolly tow this vehicle. Use of a towing dolly
can cause significant damage to your vehicle. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered un-
der the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Shift Lever Override” in this section
for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission
out of PARK for loading onto a flatbed truck.
Manual Transmission Or 1.4L Turbo Automatic
(DDCT) Transmission
• The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle
with all four wheels OFFthe ground using a flatbed.
• Manual transmission and 1.4L turbo automatic
(DDCT) transmission vehicles can also be flat towed
(all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission
in NEUTRAL. For vehicles with DDCT transmission
(1.4L turbo automatic), refer to Shift Lever Override
in this section for instructions on shifting the transmis-
sion into NEUTRAL when the ignition is OFF. If the
ignition is left in the ACC position, it may be helpful to
disconnect the negative battery cable (and secure it
away from the battery post), to avoid draining the
battery.
566 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPAR Wheel Cleaner. NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or
Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners,
abrasives or polishing compounds. They will perma-
nently damage this finish and such damage is not cov-
ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. USE ONLY
MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used
on a regular basis this is all that is required to maintain
this finish.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Interior Fuses
The interior fuses are located on the drivers side under the instrument panel.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini FuseDescription
F1 –20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seats – If Equipped
F2 –20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seats, Heated Steering Wheel – If Equipped
F3 –10 Amp Red Park Assist Module, Rear Camera, Left and Right Blind Spot
Sensor, Compass – If Equipped
F4 –15 Amp Blue Instrument Cluster
F5 –10 Amp Red HVAC, Humidity Sensor, In-Vehicle Temperature Sensor, In-
side Mirror Assembly
F18 –15 Amp Blue Radio
F20 –10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module, Switch Bank
F21 –10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port
F22 –10 Amp Red Universal Garage Door Opener, EOM
F23 –20 Amp Yellow Sunroof
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WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, andexcessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
644 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Child Restraint............................87
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................92
Child Restraints .........................87
Child Seat Installation ....................104
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .......101
Infants And Child Restraints ................90
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......94
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........90
Seating Positions ........................93
Child Safety Locks .........................36
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .505
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .604
Climate Control ......................... .394
Clock ................................. .372
Clutch ................................ .597
Clutch Fluid ............................ .597
Coin Holder ............................ .288Cold Weather Operation
....................418
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............393
Compact Disc (CD) Player ...................383
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .488
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .334
Connector UCI................................ .385
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........385
Console, Floor .......................... .288
Console, Overhead ....................... .268
Contract, Service ......................... .639
Coolant (Antifreeze) ....................622, 623
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........595
Cooling System .......................... .591
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............593
Coolant Level ..................... .592, 595
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................595
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................592
Inspection ........................... .595
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SteeringColumn Controls ...................... .239
Column Lock ......................... .248
Tilt Column .......................... .248
Wheel, Heated ........................ .249
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .248
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............392
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .392
Storage ............................... .616
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .408
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .559
Sunglasses Storage ....................... .270
Sun Roof .............................. .279
Sun Visor Extension ...................... .125
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag .........63
System, Remote Starting .....................30
Telescoping Steering Column .................248
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........406Text Messaging
.......................... .162
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .248
Time Delay, Headlight ..................... .235
Tire And Loading Information Placard .......476, 477
Tire Markings ........................... .469
Tire Rotation ............................ .583
Tires.........................112, 481, 487, 643
Aging (Life Of Tires) .....................491
Air Pressure .......................... .481
Chains .............................. .493
Changing ........................ .544, 547
Compact Spare ........................ .488
General Information ..................481, 487
High Speed .......................... .484
Inflation Pressures ...................... .482
Jacking ....................... .544, 546, 547
Life Of Tires .......................... .491
Load Capacity ..................... .476, 478
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............495
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