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WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ..... 34
Windshield Wiper Operation............. 34
Rain Sensing Wipers —
If Equipped ................................... 35 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ............. 36
CLIMATE CONTROLS............................... 36
Automatic Climate Control
Overview ........................................ 37 Climate Control Functions ............... 45
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) ................................ 45 Operating Tips ............................... 46
WINDOWS ............................................ 47
Power Window Controls ................... 47
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch
Protection ..................................... 48 Window Lockout Switch .................. 48
POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —
IF EQUIPPED ......................................... 49
Opening Sunroof ............................ 49
Venting Sunroof.............................. 50
Closing Sunroof .............................. 50
Wind Buffeting .............................. 50
Opening Power Shade ..................... 50
Closing Power Shade....................... 51
Pinch Protect Feature ..................... 51
Sunroof Maintenance ...................... 51
Ignition Off Operation ..................... 51
HOOD ....................................................52
Opening The Hood ......................... 52
Closing The Hood ........................... 52
LIFTGATE...............................................53
Opening ........................................ 53
Closing .......................................... 53
Hands-Free Liftgate —
If Equipped .................................. 54
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ........................... 55
Power Outlets ............................... 55
Power Inverter — If Equipped ........ 56
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ....57
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ...................... 58
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT
PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ............ 59
Instrument Cluster Display Location
And Controls .................................. 59 Oil Change Indicator System —
If Equipped .................................. 60 Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) —
If Equipped ................................... 60 Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Items ............................................ 61 Diesel Displays .............................. 61
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Messages ..................................... 61 Fuel System Messages .................... 62
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ..........64
Red Warning Lights .........................64
Yellow Warning Lights .....................67
Yellow Indicator Lights ....................71
Green Indicator Lights .....................72
White Indicator Lights .....................73
Blue Indicator Lights .......................74
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —
OBD II ..................................................74
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity..................................75
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES .................................76
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........76
Electronic Brake Control (EBC)
System .........................................77
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ................87
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped ....................................87 Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation — If Equipped ................90 Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)...............................93
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OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .......... 98
Occupant Restraint Systems
Features ....................................... 98 Important Safety Precautions ........... 98
Seat Belt Systems ......................... 99
Supplemental Restraint
Systems (SRS) ............................. 108 Child Restraints — Carrying Children
Safely.......................................... 118 Transporting Pets ........................ 134
SAFETY TIPS ...................................... 134
Transporting Passengers ................ 134
Exhaust Gas ................................. 135
Safety Checks You Should Make
Inside The Vehicle ....................... 135 Periodic Safety Checks You Should
Make Outside The Vehicle ............. 137
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................ 138
Normal Starting —
Gasoline Engine ........................... 138 Normal Starting — Diesel Engine ... 139
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ............................ 140PARKING BRAKE .................................. 141
Electric Park Brake (EPB) ............. 141
MANUAL TRANSMISSION —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................143
Shifting ....................................... 143
Downshifting ............................... 144
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................146
Key Ignition Park Interlock ............ 147
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock
System ........................................ 147 Nine-Speed Automatic
Transmission ............................... 147 Gear Ranges ................................ 148
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ...........150
1-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4X4) —
If Equipped ................................. 150 2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4x4) —
If Equipped ................................. 150 Shift Positions ............................. 151
Shifting Procedures ...................... 151
Rear Electronic Locker (E-Locker)
System — If Equipped.................. 152
SELEC-TERRAIN ...................................153
Description .................................. 153
STOP/START SYSTEM...........................154
Automatic Mode ...........................154
Possible Reasons The Engine Does
Not Autostop ................................154 To Start The Engine While In
Autostop Mode .............................155 To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start
System ........................................156 To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start
System ........................................156
STOP/START SYSTEM — DIESEL MODELS
ONLY...................................................156
Automatic Mode ...........................156
Possible Reasons The Engine Does
Not Autostop ................................157 To Start The Engine While In
Autostop Mode .............................157 To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start
System ........................................158 To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start
System ........................................158 System Malfunction ......................158
ACTIVE SPEED LIMITER —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................159
Activation.....................................159
Exceeding The Set Speed ..............159
Deactivation .................................159
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IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ............... 212
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE .................. 213FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .................. 214TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............. 215
Without The Key Fob .................... 216
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models .... 216
4x4 Models .................................. 216
Recovery Strap — If Equipped ....... 217
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) .................................. 217
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) .............. 217
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ....................... 218
Scheduled Servicing —
Gasoline Engine .......................... 218 Scheduled Servicing —
Diesel Engine ............................... 224
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ....................... 229
2.0L Engine ................................ 229
2.4L Engine ................................ 230
3.2L Engine ................................ 231
2.2L Diesel Engine ...................... 232
Checking Oil Level ........................ 233
Cooling System ............................ 234
Adding Washer Fluid .................... 234
Brake System .............................. 234 Manual Transmission —
If Equipped ................................. 236 Automatic Transmission —
If Equipped ................................. 236 Maintenance-Free Battery ............ 236
Pressure Washing ......................... 237
DEALER SERVICE ................................237
Windshield Wiper Blades ............. 237
RAISING THE VEHICLE ..........................241
TIRES .................................................241
Tires — General Information ........ 241
Tire Types ................................... 246
Spare Tires — If Equipped ........... 246
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ......... 248
Tire Chains And Traction
Devices ...................................... 249 Tire Rotation Recommendations .... 250
STORING THE VEHICLE .........................251BODYWORK .........................................252
Preserving The Bodywork .............. 252
INTERIORS .........................................253
Seats And Fabric Parts ................. 253
Plastic And Coated Parts............... 254
Leather Parts ............................... 254
Glass Surfaces ............................ 254
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER........255BRAKE SYSTEM ...................................255
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................256
Torque Specifications ....................256
WHEELS ..............................................256
WEIGHTS.............................................256
FUEL REQUIREMENTS —
GASOLINE ENGINES ..............................257
2.0L Engine .................................257
2.4L And 3.2L Engines .................257
Materials Added To Fuel ................257
Fuel Icon Identification Compliant
To EN16942 ................................257
FUEL REQUIREMENTS —
DIESEL ENGINE ....................................259
Fuel Icon Identification Compliant
To EN16942 ................................259
FLUID CAPACITIES ..............................261
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .....................262
Engine .........................................262
Chassis ........................................265
FUEL CONSUMPTION AND
CO
2 EMISSIONS ..................................266
MOPAR ACCESSORIES .........................266
Authentic Accessories By Mopar .....266
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Keyless Push Button Ignition
The push button ignition can be placed in
the following modes:
OFF
The engine is stopped.
Some electrical devices (e.g. central
locking, alarm, etc.) are still available.
ACC
Engine is not started.
Some electrical devices are available. ON/RUN
Driving position.
All the electrical devices are available.
START
Start the engine.
NOTE:
The vehicle will not start if the key fob is
located inside the cargo area and the liftgate
is opened.
NOTE:
For further information, refer to "Starting The
Engine" in "Starting And Operating."
1 — OFF
2 — ACC (Accessory)
3 — ON/RUN
WARNING!
When exiting the vehicle, always remove
the key fob from the vehicle 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 unat
-
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the 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 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.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for
thieves. Always remove key fob from the
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
WARNING! (Continued)
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REMOTE STARTING
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
Push the remote start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. Pushing the
remote start button a third time shuts the
engine off.

To drive the vehicle, push the START/STOP igni-
tion button to cycle the ignition to ON/RUN.

NOTE:
With remote start, the engine will only run
for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the igni -
tion is placed in the ON/RUN position.
The vehicle must be manually started with
the key fob after two consecutive time-
outs.
How To Use Remote Start
Push the remote start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. Pushing the
remote start button a third time shuts the
engine off.
To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button,
insert the key in the ignition and turn to the
ON/RUN position. All of the following conditions must be met
before the engine will remote start:
Gear selector in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Liftgate closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not
pushed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
Check engine light shall not be present
System not disabled from previous remote
start event
Vehicle alarm system indicator flashing
Ignition in STOP/OFF position
Fuel level meets minimum requirement
Vehicle security alarm is not signaling an
intrusion
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the remote start button on
the key fob twice within five seconds. The
vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights will
flash, and the horn will chirp twice (if
programmed). Then, the engine will start,
and the vehicle will remain in the Remote
Start mode for a 15 minute cycle.
NOTE:
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is
low, the vehicle will start and then shut
down in 10 seconds.
The park lamps will turn on and remain on
during Remote Start mode.
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed
garage or confined area. Exhaust gas
contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is
odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide
is poisonous and can cause serious
injury or death when inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Oper
-
ation of the Remote Start System,
windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.
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EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever controls the opera-
tion of the turn signals, headlight beam
selection and passing lights. The multifunc -
tion lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.
Multifunction Lever
Headlight Switch
Headlight Switch

The headlight switch is located on the right
side of the instrument panel. This switch
controls the operation of the headlights,
parking lights, automatic headlights (if
equipped), instrument panel light dimming,
ambient light dimming (if equipped), interior
lights, and front and rear fog lights (if
equipped).
From the O (off) position, rotating the head
-
light switch counterclockwise to the first
detent will turn on the vehicle’s parking
lights. This feature will allow one side of the
vehicle parking lights to illuminate when the
vehicle is locked depending on the position
of the multifunction lever. Rotate the head -
light switch clockwise from the O (off) posi -
tion to the first detent for headlight and
instrument panel light operation.Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If
Equipped
The Daytime Running Lights will turn on
when the engine is started and remain on
unless the headlamps are turned on, the
parking brake is applied, or the ignition is
placed in the OFF position.
NOTE:
If allowed by law in the country in which the
vehicle was purchased, the Daytime Running
Lights can be turned on and off using the
Uconnect system.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi -
media” in the Owner’s Manual for further
information.1 — Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
2 — Ambient Light Dimmer Control
3 — Headlight Control Switch
4 — Front Fog Lights
5 — Rear Fog Lights
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WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
The warning/indicator lights will illuminate
in the instrument panel together with a dedi-
cated message and/or acoustic signal when
applicable. These indications are indicative
and precautionary and as such must not be
considered as exhaustive. Always refer to the
information in this chapter in the event of a
failure indication. All active telltales will
display first if applicable. The system check
menu may appear different based upon
equipment options and current vehicle
status. Some telltales are optional and may
not appear.
Red Warning Lights
— Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
This warning light indicates when the driver
or passenger seat belt is unbuckled. When
the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN position and if the driver’s seat
belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound and
the light will turn on. When driving, if the
driver or front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will
flash or remain on continuously and a chime
will sound.
Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in
“Safety” for further information.
— Air Bag Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
a fault with the air bag, and will turn on for
four to eight seconds as a bulb check when
the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/
ON/RUN position. This light will illuminate
with a single chime when a fault with the air
bag has been detected, it will stay on until
the fault is cleared. If the light is either not
on during startup, stays on, or turns on while
driving, have the system inspected at an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
— Brake Warning Light
This warning light monitors various brake
functions, including brake fluid level and
parking brake application. If the brake light
turns on it may indicate that the parking
brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is
low, or that there is a problem with the
anti-lock brake system.
If the light remains on when the parking brake
has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at
the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir,
it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system
malfunction or that a problem with the Brake
Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock
Brake System (ABS) / Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) system. In this case, the light will
remain on until the condition has been
corrected. If the problem is related to the brake
booster, the ABS pump will run when applying
the brake, and a brake pedal pulsation may be
felt during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve
braking capacity in the event of a failure to a
portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either
half of the dual brake system is indicated by
the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on
when the brake fluid level in the master
cylinder has dropped below a specified level.

The light will remain on until the cause is
corrected.
NOTE:
The light may flash momentarily during
sharp cornering maneuvers, which change
fluid level conditions. The vehicle should
have service performed, and the brake fluid
level checked.
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If brake failure is indicated, immediate
repair is necessary.
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS) are also equipped with Elec-
tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the
event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning
Light will turn on along with the ABS Light.
Immediate repair to the ABS system is
required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be
checked by turning the ignition switch from
the OFF position to the ON/RUN position.
The light should illuminate for approximately
four seconds. The light should then turn off
unless the parking brake is applied or a brake
fault is detected. If the light does not illumi -
nate, have the light inspected by an autho -
rized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking
brake is applied with the ignition switch in
the ON/RUN position. NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake
is applied. It does not show the degree of
brake application.
— Battery Charge Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the
battery is not charging properly. If it stays on
while the engine is running, there may be a
malfunction with the charging system. Contact
an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

This indicates a possible problem with the
electrical system or a related component.
— Door Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when a door is
ajar/open and not fully closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
— Electric Power Steering Fault Warning
Light

This warning light will turn on when there's a
fault with the EPS (Electric Power Steering)
system. Refer to “Power Steering” in “Starting And Operating” in the Owner’s Manual for
further information.

— Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
a problem with the Electronic Throttle
Control (ETC) system. If a problem is
detected while the vehicle is running, the
light will either stay on or flash depending on
the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition
when the vehicle is safely and completely
stopped and the transmission is placed in
the PARK (P) position. The light should turn
off. If the light remains on with the vehicle
running, your vehicle will usually be drive -
able; however, see an authorized dealer for
service as soon as possible.
NOTE:
This light may turn on if the accelerator and
brake pedals are pressed at the same time.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light
on is dangerous. Part of the brake system
may have failed. It will take longer to stop
the vehicle. You could have a collision.
Have the vehicle checked immediately.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist
could pose a safety risk to yourself and
others. Service should be obtained as soon
as possible.
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— Transmission Temperature Warning
Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to warn of
a high transmission fluid temperature. This
may occur with strenuous usage such as
trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the
vehicle and run the engine at idle or slightly
faster, with the transmission in PARK or
NEUTRAL, until the light turns off. Once the
light turns off, you may continue to drive
normally.
— Vehicle Security Warning Light — If
Equipped
This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi -
mately 15 seconds when the vehicle security
alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly
until the vehicle is disarmed.
Yellow Warning Lights
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault
Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
a fault in the ACC system. Contact a local
authorized dealer for service.
For further information, refer to “Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Starting And Oper -
ating.”
— Electronic Park Brake Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
the Electronic Park Brake is not functioning
properly and service is required. Contact an
authorized dealer.
— Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light
This warning light monitors the Anti-Lock
Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on
when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN position and may stay on for as
long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while
driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the
brake system is not functioning and service
is required as soon as possible. However, the
conventional brake system will continue to
operate normally, assuming the Brake
Warning Light is not also on.
If the ABS light does not turn on when the
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/
RUN position, have the brake system
inspected by an authorized dealer.
— Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Active Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will indicate when the
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system is
active. The “ESC Indicator Light” in the
instrument cluster will come on when the
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/
RUN position, and when ESC is activated. It
should go out with the engine running. If the
“ESC Indicator Light” comes on continu -
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when
the Transmission Temperature Warning
Light is illuminated you could cause the
fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot
engine or exhaust components and cause a
fire.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission
Temperature Warning Light illuminated
will eventually cause severe transmission
damage or transmission failure.
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SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides
increased vehicle stability and brake perfor-
mance under most braking conditions. The
system automatically prevents wheel lock,
and enhances vehicle control during braking.
The ABS performs a self-check cycle to
ensure that the ABS is working properly each
time the vehicle is started and driven. During
this self-check, you may hear a slight
clicking sound as well as some related motor
noises.
ABS is activated during braking when the
system detects one or more wheels begin to
lock. Road conditions such as ice, snow,
gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris,
or panic stops may increase the likelihood of
ABS activation(s). You also may experience the following when
ABS activates:
The ABS motor noise (it may continue to
run for a short time after the stop).
The clicking sound of solenoid valves
Brake pedal pulsations
A slight drop of the brake pedal at the end
of the stop
NOTE:
These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
ABS is designed to function with the Original
Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) tires.
Modification may result in degraded ABS
performance.
WARNING!
The ABS contains sophisticated elec-
tronic equipment that may be suscep-
tible to interference caused by
improperly installed or high output radio
transmitting equipment. This interfer -
ence can cause possible loss of anti-lock
braking capability. Installation of such
equipment should be performed by qual -
ified professionals.
Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will
diminish their effectiveness and may
lead to a collision. Pumping makes the
stopping distance longer. Just press
firmly on your brake pedal when you
need to slow down or stop.
The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws
of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor
can it increase braking or steering effi -
ciency beyond that afforded by the
condition of the vehicle brakes and tires
or the traction afforded.
The ABS cannot prevent collisions,
including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, following another vehicle
too closely, or hydroplaning.
The capabilities of an ABS equipped
vehicle must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner that could
jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety
of others.
WARNING! (Continued)
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