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2014 FIAT 500L Owner`s Manual

1. Snow TireS e i pessera rii apera pE yk n 258 Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped E FUEL REQUIREMENTS 1 4L Turbo 272 Tire And Wheel If Equipped 259 Reformulated Gasoline o o o 273 Compact Spare Tilt 2224440400 riadas 259 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 273 Tite Spinning easag E a in Gh 260 MMT In Gasoline o ooooo o ooo ooo 274 Tread Wear Indicators 261 Materials Added To Fuel 274 208 STARTING AND OPERATING HN Fuel System Cautions 00 274 MW RECREATIONAL TOWING Carbon Monoxide Warnings 275 o a SE on WM ADDING FUEL ooo 276 lowing Hime Velnicle Behm sneer Vehicle MC 279 E TRAILER TOWING 00000 278 A STARTING AND OPERATING 209 STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle adjust your seat adjust both inside and outside mirrors and fasten your seat belts WARNING e Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle e 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 Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ignition
2. 10 loba i ED e I ELECTRONIC STABILITY ii E p E i i i i du E A O T i amp i i x s Di i i f 3 i i E A Dp iw ES Ne O t 8 2 i f i 1910 cS H D ie lala la im TI i i E E i i i i i i i i i HEATED i I q EI Ju IS de 19 t jor Es gt TEM ique B ub E i i g i i i 3 i JE i 3 H g i E 3 3 H i i p ied O o T ein E op E i i El 3 i E 8 i 2 eLecraome CONTROL OFF 010533317 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against oper ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle If you do not read this entire Owners Manual you may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible through the windshield This number also appears engraved on the right front floor pan under the passenger seat on an adhesive label applied to the right door opening on the B Pillar on the vehicle registration and title Vehicle Identification Number INTRODUCTION 7 TE VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications
3. llle 237 Trailer TOWING icem ee nem hee rex 278 Transaxle AutoSUck se resente ea ba ea 227 Transmission Automate us ae a RU wu e CY d 2 214 Fluid ia duae Beans Sahat aora dex V Gena 341 Maintenance iude eX EdTeITR G Bx 341 Manual 22e hse er a 212 Transmitter Garage Door Opener HomeLinkG 1 Transporting Pets Tread Wear Indicators o o o ooooooooo oo 261 Trip Odometer icon t geret R 164 Trunk Lid Deck Lid 22 22 27 Trunk Release Emergency cacc cesia ranen o 27 Tummsignals io cedes aras 157 UCT Connector viii ms deca iia a 181 Uniform Tire Quality Grades o o o o o o o 377 Universal Consumer Interface UCI Connector Universal Transmitter oooooo ooo 129 Unleaded Gasoline ooooooooooo ooo 272 Untwisting Procedure Seat Belt 35 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 Vehicle Loading esdi renier atea e REA 251 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 7 Vehicle Storage ss cana bae er gae a 355 Vehicle Theft Alarm Security Alarm 15 A INDEX 395 Wait to Start Light cres cesas aaea meras 163 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 155 Warnings and Cations etosa terde biassa sdiri 6 Warranty Information ea Diea EE a aa 4 Washer Adding Fluid e ao rg papa s n a decas 329 Washers Windshield o o ooooooo 112 Washing Vehicle ooooooococonoooo o 344
4. o oo ooooo ooo ooooo 27 Rear Window Features l l eese 147 Reclining Rear Seats o oooooooooooo ooo 97 Recorder Event Data o ce eee 56 Recreational Towing oooooooooooooo o 279 Reformulated Gasoline lisse 273 Refrigerants seite se e da 2a a 4 Rede n 322 Reminder Seat Belt 38 Remote Sound System Radio Controls 182 Replacement Bulbs 0 0 00 0 00 eee oo 356 Replacement Keys cora ERE E 14 Replacement Parts sse RR Rega 314 Replacement Tires ies ei aoia a iaa ia k E 262 Reporting Safety Defects o o o o o o o o o 375 Restraints Child eraman eana aaa A 57 Rotation Tires gt erro crcire cessaria ceria 265 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle o o o o oo o 77 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle o o o o o 80 Safety Defects Reporting o ooooomoooo o 375 Safety Exhaust Gas ooooooooomoooooooo 76 Safety Information Tir8 ooooooooooooo o 244 Safety PS lid 76 Schedule Maintenance 0000008 364 Seat Belt Maintenance 392 INDEX In Seat Belt Reminder o ooo eee eee 38 Seat BeltS ooo ee ooo 77 And Pregnant Women o oooooooooooooo o 39 Child Restraints seser rarapna 57 Inspection eie eee de ed 77 Pretensioners llle 37 Untwisting Procedure o o o o oooo ooo 35 Seat Belts Seda ooooooooocmmmo omo 29 Seats Fold and
5. If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi 1 8 Bar pressure within 15 minutes The tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further Call for assistance NOTE If the tire becomes over inflated press the Defla tion Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recom mended inflation pressure before continuing If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or is at least 26 psi 1 8 Bar pressure within 15 minutes 1 Press the Power Button 4 to turn off the TIREFIT kit 2 Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the Sealant Bottle 1 and place the sticker on the instru ment panel a WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 291 3 Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose 6 from the valve stem reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage location Quickly proceed to D Drive Vehicle CAUTION The metal end fitting from Power Plug 8 may get hot after use so it should be handled carefully e Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 6 can result in sealant con tacting your skin clothing and the vehicle s inte rior It can also result in sealant contacting internal TIREFIT kit components which may cause perma nent damage to the kit D Drive Vehicle Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire drive the vehicle 5 miles 8 km or 10 minutes to ensure distribution
6. a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Conversation Mirror If Equipped To gain access to the conversation mirror pull downward There is a conversation mirror located at the top of the AR pes overhead console Conversation Mirror Conversation Mirror Location 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver s door trim panel To adjust a mirror turn the control knob toward the left or right mirror positions indicated Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move When you are finished adjusting the mirror turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror Power Mirror Controls UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Folding Mirrors The exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to pivot forward or rearward to help avoid damage The mirror has three detent positions full forward normal and full rearward Heated Mirrors If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature can be activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster Sun Visors Sun Visor Driver Side Shown The driver and passenger sun visors are located on the headliner near the front windshield The sun visor can be rotated downward or up against the door glass Both sun visors are equipped with illuminated courtesy mirrors 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF Y
7. Towing Condition Wheels OFF AUTOMATIC MANUAL The Ground TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Trans in NEUTRAL Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose following equip ment manufacturer s instructions Use of safety chains is mandatory Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle not to bumpers or associated brackets State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed CAUTION DO NOT use sling type equipment when towing When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck do not attach to front or rear suspension components Dam age to your vehicle may result from improper towing 310 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN Automatic Transmission e Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated e Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck all wheels off the ground CAUTION DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission Damage to the drivetrain will result 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 Manual Transmission e Vehicle can be flat towed all four wheels on the ground
8. e Press the UP Aor DOWN V button briefly Off will flash on the display Press the or UP or DOWN button and On will appear e Press the SET ESC button briefly to return to the submenu screen or hold the button down to return to the main menu screen without saving 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE Daytime Running Lamps DRL This function may be used to activate deactivate the Daytime Running Lamps Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off 1 Briefly press the MENU button to display the three sub menus 2 Briefly press the MENU button On or Off will flash on the display according to previous setting 3 Press the UP Aor DOWN V button for setting 4 Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Hill Start Assist This function is used when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill Hill Start Assist maintains the same level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the foot has been removed from the brake pedal Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off 1 Briefly press the MENU button On or Off will flash on the display according to previous setting 2 Press the UP A or DOWN V button for setting 3 Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the button app
9. 2 2 3 8 38 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 D S F S S F 8 3 8 ZIRIA 3 6 Additional Maintenance S Replace engine air filter X X X X X X X e Replace cabin air filter X X X X X X X E Replace Brake Fluid every X X X X X X X B two years U Clean and lube sun roof tracks X X X X X X X X X X X X X X E Replace spark plugs X X X X S Flush and replace the engine 8 coolant at 10 years or X X 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever comes first 368 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES HN i i e e e e e e Mileage or time passed als s2ilss 2 2 2 S S S S S 3 whichever comes first S 9 9 19 a a a a S E T gt olos o o e e e e e 9 8 e io N e q ive o N co o T as Or Years 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Or Kilometers o o lololo 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 31813 1313 838 8 8 18 8 S S8 8 8 alolel ol s N q o o A ceo e e Gi olor 2 29 t amp S a amp Inspect and replace PCV valve X if necessary Replace the timing belt X The spark plug change interval is mileage based only yearly intervals do not apply M A l N T E N A N e E S C H E D U L E S 8 a MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 369 WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to per form a service job ta
10. ECONOMY MODE If economy mode is desired press the A C button to turn OFF the indicator light and the A C compressor Then move the temperature control to the desired temperature 5 Rear Defrost Control Press and release the Rear Defrost Control 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 20 minutes 6 Mode Control Rotate this control to change the system between Modes Panel Bi Level Floor Mix Defrost e Panel 7 Air is directed through the outlets in the instru ment panel These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow NOTE The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers for maximum airflow to the rear Bi Level e Airis directed through the panel and floor outlets e Floor 2 Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demister outlets Mix w Air is directed through the floor defrost and side ugh window demister outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield e Defrost Hy Air is directed through the windshield and side window demister outlets Use this mode with ma
11. 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 damage 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 Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed such as when diagnostic testing or for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating conditions 332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Cooling System WARNING e When working near the radiator cooling fan dis connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the OFF position The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the ON position You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not o
12. sr 2500OL OWNER S MANUAL VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc used in substitution therefore DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol evels far below the legal minimum If you are drinking don t drive Ride with a designated non drinking driver call a cab a friend or use public transportation WARNING Driving after drinking can lead to an accident Your percep tions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are ordered on this vehicle no longer available or were not Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and or make additions to or improve ments to its products wi thout imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured FIAT is a registered trad Corporate Communicati Chrysle
13. 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 even tually poison you To avoid breathing CO follow these safety tips Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area e If you are required to drive with the trunk liftgate open make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed DO NOT use the recirculation mode Continued a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 WARNING Continued e If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the com plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised fo
14. Water Driving Through ooo ococococococooon 230 Wheel and Wheel Trim o o o oooo 345 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care o 345 Wind Buffeting llle 26 Windows lle 24 Power Windshield Defroster ooooooooooo oo 78 Windshield Washers oooooooooomo 112 Windshield Wiper Blades o o o o o oo 326 Windshield Wipers oa eia ae lada 112 Wiper Blade Replacement o ooooommoooo oo 326 396 INDEX M INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicles electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals Mobile two way radios and telephone equipment must be in stalled properly by trained personnel The following must be observed during installation The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible The negative power connection should be made to body sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shielded coaxi
15. contact See your child restraint owner s manual for more information Can the head restraints be removed Yes all a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint You will easily feel them if you run your finger along gap between the seatback and seat cushion LATCH Anchorages LATCH Anchorages 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In Locating The LATCH Anchorages 47 In addition there are tether strap anchorages Hi behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat LATCH compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage Forward facing child restraints and some rear facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage To Install A LATCH compatible Child Restraint 1 If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto matic Locking Retractor ALR seat belt stow the seat belt following the instructi
16. factured after 1995 These garage door openers can be identified by the LEARN or TRAIN button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener It is NOT the button that is normally used to open and close the door The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer 0000 Training The Garage Door Opener 1 Door Opener 2 Training Button N oe U UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position Place the hand held transmitter 1 to 3 in 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink button you wish to pro gram while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button you want to program and the hand held trans mitter button Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi cator light The HomeLink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink has received the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Re lease both buttons after the indicator light changes from slow to rapid 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IM 5 At the garage door opener motor in the garage locate the LEARN or TRAINING button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener device motor Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAIN ING button On some garage door openers devices t
17. in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems per formed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as e How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened e How far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or brake pedal and e How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 NOTE EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non trivial crash situation occurs no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per sonal data e g name gender age and crash location are recorded However other parties such as law en forcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equip ment can read the
18. maintain the proper level it should be added to the coolant bottle Do not overfill Points To Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles kilometers of operation you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment This is nor mally a result of moisture from rain snow or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor ized when the thermostat opens allowing hot engine coolant antifreeze to enter the radiator a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks the vehicle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate e e Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant expansion bottle If engine coolant antifreeze needs to be added the contents of the coolant expansion bottle must also be protected against freezing If frequent engine coolant antifreeze additions are required the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks e Maintain engine coolant antifreeze concentration at a minimum of 50 OAT coolant conforming to MS 12106 and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter op
19. nails should not be removed from the tire TIREFIT can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately 4 F 20 C This kit will provide a temporary tire seal allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles 160 km with a maximum speed of 55 mph 88 km hr TIREFIT Storage 1 The TIREFIT kit is located in the rear cargo area on the 2 left side a TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 4 A s i gt 7 M 8 060410595 TIREFIT Components WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 285 Sealant Bottle Deflation Button Pressure Gauge Power Button Mode Select Knob Sealant Hose Clear Air Pump Hose Black Power Plug 286 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ME TIREFIT Usage Precautions o e Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle 1 and Sealant Hose 6 prior to the expiration date printed on the bottle label to assure optimum operation of the sys tem Refer to Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT section F Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement The Sealant Bottle 1 and Sealant Hose 6 are a one tire application use After each use always replace these components immediately at an authorized studio When the TIREFIT sealant is in a liquid form clean water and a damp cloth will remove the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components Once the sealant dries it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded For optimum performance make sure the valve stem on the wheel is fre
20. signal lever Tilt Telescoping Control Handle To unlock the steering column pull the control handle down To tilt the steering column move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired To lengthen or shorten the steering column pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired To lock the steering column in position push the control handle up until fully engaged WARNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv ing with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph 40 km h The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel Electronic Speed Control Buttons 1 RES 2 ON OFF 4 SET 3 CANCEL 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE II NOTE In order to ensure proper operation the Elec tronic Speed Control system has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time If this occurs the Electronic Speed Control system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle
21. use of parts which are not quality equivalent to genuine parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer s warranty a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 STUDIO SERVICE Your authorized studio has the qualified service person nel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Only do service work for which you Continued WARNING Continued have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule there are other components which may require servicing or replacement in the future 316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN CAUTION e Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per form repairs and service when necessary could result in more costly repairs damage t
22. vehicle Always stow the TIREFIT kit in the place provided Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you e Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair eyes or clothing TIRE FIT is harmful if inhaled swallowed or absorbed through the skin It causes skin eye and respira tory irritation Flush immediately with plenty of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin Change clothing as soon as possible if there is any contact with clothing Continued 288 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN WARNING Continued kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the air pump Move the vehicle as necessary e TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex In case to place the valve stem in this position before proceed of an allergic reaction or rash consult a physician ing immediately Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children If swallowed rinse mouth immediately with plenty 3 Place the transmission in PARK auto transmission of water and drink plenty of water Do not induce or in Gear manual transmission and turn Off the vomiting Consult a physician immediately ignition 4 Set the parking brake B Setting Up To Use TIREFIT 1 Turn the Mode Select Knob 5 to the Sealant Mode position Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT A Whenever You Stop To Use TIREFIT 1 Pull over to a safe location
23. with the transmission in NEUTRAL e Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated e Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck all wheels off the ground 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 CAP LESS FUEL FILL FUNNEL The funnel for the Cap Less Fuel System is located on top of the spare tire If your vehicle is out of fuel and an auxiliary fuel can is needed insert the funnel into the filler neck and proceed to fill the vehicle For more information on the Cap Less Fuel System refer to Adding Fuel in Starting And Operating in this manual MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ll ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1 4L TURBO 313 E ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OBD II 314 Bl REPLACEMENT PARTS ooo 314 WM STUDIO SERVICE o oocococococooo 315 Bl MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 315 Engine Oll cia por ee es 316 Engine Oil Eiltet cio a ea 319 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 319 O Maintenance Free Battery 320 Air Conditioner Maintenance 321 Body Lubrication oooooooooooo 325 Wiper Blades 4 4 gaia dale Gs eae ita 326 Adding Washer Fluid 329 Exhaust System su casgen ered iusan
24. AND MOBILE PHONES 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 Side Vent 7 Fixed Upper Air Vent 13 Climate Controls 2 Radio Controls Behind The Steering Wheel 8 Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag 14 USB Port SD Card AUX Socket 3 Multifunction Lever Light Control 9 Upper Glove Compartment 15 Uconnect Audio System 4 Instrument Cluster And Warning Lights 10 Storage Compartment 16 Ignition Switch 5 Windshield Wiper Washer Trip Computer 11 Lower Glove Compartment 17 Driver Advanced Front Air Bag Horn 6 Central Air Vents 12 Upper Switch Bank 18 Electronic Cruise Control Located On Steering Wheel 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DUO O O YE DU Y 5 A iv ties ies 24 evo uu INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1 Speedometer The Speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per hour mph and or kilometers per hour km h 2 Cruise On Indicator If Equipped This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is ON For further information refer to Electronic Speed Control in Under standing Your Instrument Panel 3 Cruise SET Indicator If Equipped O This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET For further information refer to Electronic Speed Control in Under standing Your Instrument Panel UNDERSTANDING Y
25. CAUTION plugged in long enough without engine operation the vehicle s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and or prevent the engine from starting 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 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE least one minute after every five rocking motion If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud sand or snow it can cycles This will minimize overheating and reduce often be moved using a rocking motion Turn the steering the risk of transmission failure during prolonged wheel right and left to clear the area around the front efforts to free a stuck vehicle wheels Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and a WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 307 NOTE Press the ESC Off switch to place the Electronic Stability Control ESC system in Partial Off mode WARNING before rocking the vehicle Refer to Electronic Brake Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener Control in Starting And Operating for further infor ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage mation Once the vehicle has been freed press the ESC or even failure of the axle and tires A tire could Off switch again to restore ESC On mode explode and injure someone Do not spin your vehi CAUTION When rocking a stuck vehicle by shifting be tween DRIVE 2nd gear and REVERSE do n
26. Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery MOPAR Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and MOPAR Total Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents deter gents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 WARNING Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes Many are potentially flammable and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm 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 followed by rinsing Do not use abrasive cleaning components solvents
27. For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road charac teristics and climate IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HN Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor mance 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 a F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 379 WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded 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 and excessive temperature can le
28. If in doubt about the correct tightness have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station e To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury 11 Stow the jack tools and flat tire WARNING A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve To avoid possible personal injury handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges 9 Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise hicle Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided Have the deflated flat tire repaired or replaced immediately 302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN Spare Tire Stowage Reverse instructions of the spare removal section Rotate the jack wrench tool on the winch drive nut clockwise until effort becomes heavy and an audible click is heard indicating the spare is properly stowed CAUTION The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack wrench extension tool only Use of air wrench or power tool may damage the winch JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack Jump starting can
29. MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula OAT Organic Additive Technology that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 12106 e Mix a minimum solution of 50 OAT engine coolant that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 12106 and distilled water Use higher concentrations not to exceed 7076 if temperatures below 34 F 37 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion ized water when mixing the water engine coolant antifreeze solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system Please note that it is the owner s responsibility to main tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 NOTE Mixing engine coolant antifreeze types is not WARNING recommended and can result in cooling system damage Drain flush and refill as soon as possible to avoid e The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the damage if coolant types are mixed in an emergency cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution Never add engine coolant antifreeze when the Cooling System Pressure Ca Bay P engine is overheated Do not loosen or remove the The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine cap to cool an overheated engine Heat causes pres coolant antifreeze and to e
30. Paint on scratches as soon as possible Your authorized studio has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle Wheel And Wheel Trim Care e 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 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 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure If Equipped Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following manner e Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean dry towel e Blot any remaining stain with a clean damp towel e For tough stains apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild soap solution to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue e For grease stains apply MOPAR Multi Purpose Cleaner to a clean damp cloth and remove stain Use a fresh damp towel to remove soap residue Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products Interior Care Use MOPAR Total
31. Pivot Pin 3 Wiper Arm 4 Wiper Blade Holder 3 Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade holder at the end of the wiper arm and firmly press the wiper blade until it snaps into place a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and the fluid level should be checked at regular intervals Fill the reservoir with wind shield washer solvent not engine coolant antifreeze Refer to Engine Compartment in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable They could ignite and burn you Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex haust system and adjacent body areas for broken dam aged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment In addition have the exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change Replace as req
32. RS e 159 Telescoping Steering Column 116 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 157 Theft Alarm Security AlarM 15 Theft System Security Alarm 15 Tilt Steering Column oooooooooooooo ooo 116 Tire and Loading Information Placard 250 TIRE FT oo utu paritarias ze 284 Tire Markings i sse eevee eae 244 cc mms 80 Aging Life of Tires soiree RR 261 Air Pressure llle 254 CAOS aa ara dad ane E eos 264 Changing nara eee dad e Pas ade hae 294 Compact Spare 34 2245 pede eo dee s 259 General Information o 254 High Speed casse ia is 257 Inflation Pressures o ooo 255 Jacking 45 mime G8 ba il eed dae D E 294 Life of Tires 4 cid ened Kohat ead hee ees s 261 Load Capacity poso tae oe ee 250 Pressure Monitor System TPMS 266 Pressure Warning Light 162 Quality Grading ostendens riisi 377 Radial 2 urba EE ahh hace aus ae aa 257 Replacement llle 262 ROtatOri ud edpuk exces Ru x ta oS 265 DOIG suce qpestonda ouod d acida 244 So NP RP 245 Snow Tires se vu hd Sam pg aos 258 394 INDEX IN SPINNING DEC 260 Tread Wear Indicators o ooo 261 Tire Safety Information ooooooooooooo oo 244 LO WINE i ai aida La 278 Disabled Vehicle 309 Recreational llle 279 Tractor E OP Ek a da e Se s 229 Traction Control
33. Starting and Operating for further information ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC The Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC fea tures a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster The EVIC consists of the following e System Status e Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Outside Temperature Display e Trip Computer Functions a UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 EVIC Screen The EVIC will display the following e Time Date or trip distance display in miles or kilometers Outside temperature e Gear Indicator e Odometer display of distance travelled in miles kilometers e Car status indication e g doors open possible ice on road etc EVIC Control Buttons The EVIC control buttons are located on the instrument panel below the radio Press the MENU button briefly to access the menu and or go to next screen or to confirm the required menu option Press and hold the MENU button approximately one second to return to the main screen Press the UP AA button to scroll upward through the displayed menu and the related options or to increase the displayed value Press the DOWN V button to scroll downward through the displayed menu and the related options or to de crease the value displayed NOTE UP A and DOWN Y buttons activate different functions according to the following situations
34. Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including the date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle If the TIN is not found on the outboard side then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire 248 STARTING AND OPERATING HN EXAMPLE DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT Department of Transportation This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location two digits L9 Code representing the tire size two digits ABCD Code used by the tire manufacturer one to four digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured two digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured two digits 01 means the year 2001 Prior to July 2000 tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured Example 031 could represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991 a STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B Pillar The vehicle B Pillar is the str
35. YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL IE 9 Front Defrost Control Press and release the Front Defrost Control button to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode The indicator illuminates when this feature is ON Perform ing 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 to the previ ous setting 10 Passenger Temperature Control Provides the passenger with independent temperature control Rotate adjustment knob to set desired temperature NOTE Rotating the Passenger Temperature Control knob while in Sync mode will automatically exit Sync 11 SYNC Button Press the Sync button to toggle the Sync feature ON OFF The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is enabled Sync is used to synchronize the passenger temperature setting with the driver temperature setting Changing the passenger temperature setting while in Sync will automatically exit this feature 12 AUTO Button Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch between manual mode and automatic modes A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Description The automatic dual zone climate control system regulates the air temperatures in the passenger compartment in two zones driver side and passenger side Th
36. YOUR VEHICLE 85 MIRRORS Inside Day Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind shield The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting The mirror head can be adjusted up down left and right for various drivers The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward the rear of the vehicle The mirror should be adjusted while the small control under the mirror is set in the day position toward the windshield A Adjusting Rearview Mirror 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate NOTE This feature is disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse Automatic Dimming Mirror CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean
37. YOUR VEHICLE In 3 With the screwdriver remove the tab of yellow color 4 Introduce the screwdriver into the seat B in order to A trigger the release tab of the trunk follow the direction arrow to open a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems Three point lap and shoulder belts for all seating posi tions Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passenger e Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag e Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC for the driver and passengers seated next to a window e Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB e Knee bolsters blockers for front seat occupants Front seat belts incorporate dual pretensioners that may enhance occupant protection by managing occu pant energy during an impact event e All seat belt systems except the driver s include Automatic Locking Retractors ALRs which lock the seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat if equipped Please pay close attention to the information in this section It tells you how to use your restraint system properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible If you will be carrying children too small for adult sized seat belts the seat belts or the Low
38. aaa 12 Key Sentry Immobilizer 0 13 Lane Change and Turn SignalS 157 Lane Change Assist pe soe ere d doe are 108 Latches va rada 80 Lead Eres Gasol cil ais ce Ria sea 272 Leaks Elis spore die RES Ad EE X pred 80 MAA dia alae dra BE deus 261 Liftgate Sedan 24 55 sicario debt 27 Light Bulbs csc sse t ae 80 Lights iiu eee Re xam ed 80 Aithag si sae eae edad oho neni E ead 47 Anti EocK x3 eae eho re ae ed 165 Brake Assist Warning 205 240 Brake Warning iore sas aiot huda Ae aai 156 Bulb Replacement ooooooooommoooo oo 357 Center Mounted Stop oooooooomoooo oo 358 Engine Temperature Warning 158 ExteriOE uec nos a OR SUR UR RO a A RC 80 High Beam Indicator eses si e senasa ieden 159 Low Fuel orres dep pae e dep UR uE pia 157 A INDEX 389 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 161 Oil Pressure sos pex drea xot set dps 160 Park 42244 Pee oa dE art ape ep rd dd 108 Passes Ro rod ts pakausi o seie docs 108 Seat Belt Reminder sses i rossis Gothen 159 Security Alarm Theft Alarm 15 elu CC Sa dee Gy 357 Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator 161 Tire Pressure Monitoring TPMS 162 Traction Control o ooooooooooo oo o 240 Turi Signal o need eee rr bode Read np 80 Wait to Start cece eee eee ro 163 Warning Instrument Cluster Description 155 Loading Vehicle TAGS onc tee hye teas Geet
39. accelerated e Starting out in second or third gear can be helpful in snow or icy conditions To select second or third gear after the vehicle is brought to a stop tap the shift lever rearward once or twice 228 STARTING AND OPERATING HN e e The transmission will automatically upshift when nec essary to prevent engine over speed The system will ignore shift commands that would cause engine lugging or overspeed An audible beep will sound if an inappropriate gear is requested Avoid using speed control when AutoStick is engaged because the transmission will not shift automatically Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when AutoStick is engaged If the system detects powertrain overheating the transmission will revert to a automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off e If the system detects a problem it will disable AutoStick mode and the transmission will return to automatic mode until the problem is corrected To disengage AutoStick mode return the shift lever to the DRIVE position You can shift in or out of the AutoStick position at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal WARNING Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid causing a collision or personal injury A STARTING AND OPERATING 229 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acc
40. and then briefly press the MENU button 4 When accessing the Distance submenu briefly press the MENU button Either mi or km will appear on the display according to the previous setting 5 Press the UP A or DOWN V button for setting 6 Briefly press the MENU button to return to the sub menu 7 When accessing the Fuel Economy submenu briefly press the MENU button Either mpg km l or 1 100km will appear on the display according to the previous setting If the distance unit set is mi the fuel economy unit will be displayed in mpg 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE If the distance unit setis km the fuel economy unit will be displayed in either km 1 or 1 100km 1 Press the UP A or DOWN V button for setting 2 Briefly press the MENU button to return to the sub menu 3 When accessing the Temperature submenu briefly press the MENU button Either F or C will appear on the display according to the previous setting 4 Press the UP A or DOWN V button for setting 5 Briefly press the MENU button to return to the sub menu When you have made the required settings briefly press the MENU button to go back to the sub menu screen or press and hold the MENU button approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Language Selecting The Language The messages can be displayed i
41. are certified to new Federal regulations for Advanced Air Bags 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to allow the air bags to have different inflation levels based on several factors including the severity and type of collision This vehicle may be equipped with driver and or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation level of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon seat position This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and or front passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the driver or front passenger seat belt is fastened The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation level of the Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window The SABIC are located above the side windows The trim covering the SABIC is labeled AIRBAG This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB The SAB are marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats Advanced Driver Air Bag THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Air Bag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components Occupant Restraint Controller ORC a e Air Bag Warning Light e Steering Wheel and Column Instrument Panel e Supplem
42. as garage door openers motorized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicles battery The HomeLink buttons that are located in the sunvisor designate the three different HomeLink channels The HomeLink indicator is located above the center button HomeLink Buttons Sunvisor NOTE HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Secu rity Alarm is active 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IM Before You Begin Programming HomeLink Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming For more efficient programming and accurate transmis sion of the radio frequency signal itis recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink system Erase all channels before you begin programming To erase the channels place the ignition in the ON RUN position and press and hold the two outside HomeLink buttons I and III for up 20 seconds or until the red indicator flashes NOTE e Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink for the first time Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons e If you have any problems or require assistance please call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for information or assistance Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu
43. audible signals are emitted the audio system is not If this condition occurs for the external sensors the signal muted is turned off after 3 seconds stopping warnings during The audible signal is turned off immediately if the maneuvers parade o wale distance increases The tone cycle remains constant if the distance measured by the inner sensors is constant Failure Indications A malfunction of the Rear Park Assist sensors or system is indicated during REVERSE gear engagement by the instrument panel warning icon A equipped Refer to Instrument Cluster De scriptions in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information The warning icon is illuminated and a message is displayed on the multifunction display if The sensors and wiring are tested continuously when the ignition is in the ON RUN position Failures are indi cated immediately if they occur when the system is ON Even if the system is able to identify that a specific sensor is in failure condition the instrument cluster display shall indicate that the Rear Park Assist system is unavail able without reference to the sensor in failure condition If even a single sensor fails the entire system must be disabled The system is turned off automatically UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors with water car wash soap and a soft cloth Do not use rough or hard c
44. con stantly updated The message will appear on the display if the car is parked with the engine running Average Speed This value shows the vehicle s average speed as a func tion of the overall time elapsed since the last reset Travel Time This value shows the time elapsed since the last reset Personal Settings Customer Programmable Features Dimmer The EVIC display is provided with a light sensor capable of detecting environmental light conditions and adjust ing the brightness of the instruments accordingly NOTE The brightness of the instrument panel may change while travelling following an event that causes switching from day to night conditions or vice versa in the passenger compartment e g in a tunnel on avenues in shadows under bridges etc To adjust the brightness proceed as follows 1 Press the UP or DOWN V button to set the required brightness level 2 Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing settings 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE Speed Beep Speed Limit With this function it is possible to set the car speed limit mph or km h when this limit is exceeded the driver is immediately alerted To set the speed limit proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU button The display will show the message Speed Beep 2 Press
45. conditions if the following conditions are verified e outside temperature low engine coolant temperature low engine on e fan speed set to Ist speed Temperature Control knob turned completely clock wise to red section The heater is switched off when at least one of the conditions above is no longer verified NOTE The power of the electric heater is modulated according to the battery voltage System Maintenance In winter the climate control system must be turned on at least once a month for about 10 minutes Have the system inspected at a Fiat Studio before the summer NOTE The system uses R134a coolant which does not pollute the environment in the event of accidental leak age Under no circumstances use R12 fluid which is incompatible with the components of the system 19 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control System If Equipped Controls Automatic Temperature Controls ATC 1 Driver Temperature Control Provides the driver with independent temperature con trol Rotate adjustment knob to set desired temperature NOTE In Sync mode this button will also automatically adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same time 2 Recirculation Control Press and release to change the current setting The indicator illuminates when ON NOTE When in Defrost mode the Recirculation button will flash if pressed This indicates that you can not pr
46. door or window Your vehicle has Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC or Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB and when deployment occurs the SABIC and SAB air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door 5 If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person contact the Customer Center Phone numbers are provided in If You Need Consumer Assistance WARNING e Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly In some collisions the air bags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags Continued a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING Continued Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury including death Air Bags need room to inflate Sit back comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel Side air bags also need room to inflate Do not lean against the door or window Sit upright in the center of the seat In a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck led up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your
47. drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged WARNING Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle If the hood is not fully latched it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ma LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever located on the left side of the steering wheel controls the operation of the headlights headlight beam selection passing light and turn signals NOTE The external lights can only be turned on with the ignition in the ON RUN position Multifunction Lever aaa UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Headlights Z Rotate the end of the multifunction lever up ward to the first detent for headlight operation Headlight Operation NOTE When the headlights are turned on the Daytime Running Lights will be deactivated Daytime Running Lights If Equipped To activate the Daytime Running Lights DRL rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the O symbol NOTE The low beams and side tail lights will not be on with DRL The DRL function can be turned on or off using the display menus Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information High Beams D With the low beams activated pull the multifunc t
48. edge 3 Do not apply paper or tape to the disc avoid scratch ing the disc 4 Do not use solvents such as benzene thinner cleaners or anti static sprays 5 Store the disc in its case after playing 6 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight 7 Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE NOTE If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc it may be damaged i e scratched reflective coating removed a hair moisture or dew on the disc oversized or have protection encoding Try a known good disc before considering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the mobile phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during mobile phone operation CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Climate Control System Controls Manual Temperature Control MTC A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 The Manual Climate controls consist of a series of rotary dials an inner push knob and two push buttons 1 Temperature Control Rotate this control to regulate the temperature of the air insid
49. equipment or from your authorized studio The message plug in engine heater will be displayed in the instrument cluster when the ambient temperature is below 5 F 15 C at the time the engine is shut off as a reminder to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start NOTE Use of the recommended SAE 5W 40 Synthetic oil and adhering to the prescribed oil change intervals is important to prevent engine damage and ensure satisfac tory starting in cold conditions Extended Park Starting NOTE Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle has not been started or driven for at least 35 days 1 Install a battery charger or jumper cables to the battery to ensure a full battery charge during the crank cycle 2 Turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it when the engine starts 3 If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds turn the ignition switch to the STOP OFF LOCK position wait 10 seconds to allow the starter to cool then repeat the Extended Park Starting procedure A STARTING AND OPERATING 211 If Engine Fails To Start CAUTION Continued WARNING To prevent damage to the starter do not continu Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in a flash fire causing After Starting serious personal injury The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms u
50. even if TCS and ESC are in the Partial Off mode Refer to Electronic Stability Con trol ESC in this section for further information 238 STARTING AND OPERATING HN Hill Start Assist HSA The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill HSA will maintain the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the driver takes his foot off the brake pedal If the driver does not apply the throttle during this short period of time the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill The system will release brake pressure in proportion to the amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended direction of travel HSA Activation Criteria The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to activate e Vehicle must be stopped e Vehicle must be on a 5 grade or greater hill e Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction i e vehicle in NEUTRAL manual transmission vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear vehicle backing uphill is in REVERSE gear WARNING There may be situations on minor hills i e less than 8 with a loaded vehicle or while pulling a trailer when the system will not activate and slight rolling may occur This could cause a collision with another vehicle or object Always remember the driver is responsible for braking the vehicle Disabling Enabling HSA If
51. for correct SAE grade Engine Oil Filter 14L Turbo Engine We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs 1 4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use MOPARO Spark Plugs Gap 0 026in 65 mm Fuel Selection 1 4L Turbo Engine 87 Octane Acceptable 91 Octane Recommended a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 Chassis Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Manual Transmission If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR C635 DDCT MTX Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR C635 DDCT MTX Transmission Fluid Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 4 If DOT 4 brake fluid is not available then DOT 3 is acceptable MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS B MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 364 Maintenance Chart M A l N T E N A N e E S e H E D U L E S 8 M A l N T E N A N ie E S C H E D U L E S 8 364 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES INN MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance Based on engine operation conditions the oil change indicator message will illuminate This means that ser vice is required for your vehicle Operating conditions such as frequent short trips
52. gine coolant antifreeze or any globally compat ible coolant antifreeze If a non OAT engine Continued coolant antifreeze is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency it should be flushed with OAT coolant and replaced with the specified OAT engine coolant antifreeze as soon as possible Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator e This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze Use of propylene glycol based engine coolant anti freeze is not recommended 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant OAT coolant conforming to MS 12106 that allows extended maintenance intervals This engine coolant antifreeze can be used up to ten years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km before replacement To prevent reducing this extended maintenance period it is important that you use the same engine coolant OAT coolant conforming to MS 12106 throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology OAT engine coolant antifreeze that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan dard MS 12106 When adding engine coolant antifreeze e We recommend using
53. has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur If the transmission cannot be reset authorized studio service is required A STARTING AND OPERATING 227 AUTOSTICK IF EQUIPPED AutoStick is a driver interactive transmission feature providing manual shift control giving you more control of the vehicle AutoStick allows you to maximize en gine braking eliminate undesirable upshifts and down shifts and improve overall vehicle performance This system can also provide you with more control during passing city driving cold slippery conditions mountain driving and many other situations Operation When the shift lever is in the AutoStick position beside the Drive position it can be moved forward and rear ward This allows the driver to manually select the transmission gear being used Moving the shift lever forward triggers a downshift and rearward an upshift The current gear will be displayed in the instru ment cluster NOTE In AutoStick mode the transmission will only shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever rearward or forward except as described below e The transmission will automatically downshift as the vehicle slows to prevent engine lugging and will display the current gear e The transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop After a stop the driver should manually upshift the transmission as the vehicle is
54. have an Auto Down feature Press down Remove the obstacle and use the window the window switch for approximately one second re switch again to close the window lease and the window will go down automatically To Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger cancel the Auto Down movement operate the switch in the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto either the up or down direction and release the switch closure If this happens pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close the window manually 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE II WARNING Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with Should the Auto Up feature stop working the window the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize probably needs to be reset To reset Auto Up the buffeting or open any window There is no anti pinch protection when the window is almost closed Be sure to clear all objects from the window before closing Resetting The Auto Up Feature 1 Pull the window switch up to close the window completely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed 2
55. high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft cloth Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners This will weaken the fabric Sun damage can also weaken the fabric If the belts need cleaning use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Do not remove the belts from the car to wash them Dry with a soft cloth Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 FUSES The ID number of the electrical component correspond ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover Underhood Fuses The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of Cavi Maxi s gs avity Mini Fuse Description the engine compartment next to the battery To access the Fuse fuses press the release tabs and remove the cover F01 60 Amp Body Controller Blue F02 60 Amp Body Controller Blue Rear Distribution Unit F03 20 Amp Ignition Switch Yellow F04 40 Amp Anti Lock Brake Orange Pump F05 70 Amp Electric Power Tan Steering Front Distribution Unit 350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Cavity nn Mini Fuse Description Cavity in Mini Fuse Description F06 30 Amp Radiator Fan F15 15 Amp Transmission Green Low Speed Blue F07 50 Amp Radiator Fan F16 7 5 Amp Transmission Red High Spee
56. in the ACC or ON RUN position A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Manual Transmission If Equipped Apply the parking brake place the shift lever in NEU TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting the vehicle This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlock ing ignition system It will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor Automatic Transmission If Equipped The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL position before you can start the engine Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear NOTE You must press the brake pedal before shifting out of PARK Normal Starting NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal 210 STARTING AND OPERATING HN Turn the ignition switch to the AVV START position and release it when the engine starts If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds turn the ignition switch to the STOP OFF LOCK position wait 10 to 15 seconds then repeat the Normal Starting procedure Cold Weather Operation To prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures this vehicle will inhibit engine cranking when the ambient temperature is less than 22 F 30 C and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not been used An externally powered electric engine block heater is available as optional
57. laws contributes to a good break in Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri mental and should be avoided The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur For the recom mended viscosity and quality grades refer to Mainte nance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle CAUTION Never use Non Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result NOTE A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death e It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly Exhaust Gas
58. may cause deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield or rear window Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield or rear window Make sure that they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid damaging the blade Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc NOTE Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending on geographical area and frequency of use Poor perfor mance of blades may be present with chattering marks water lines or wet spots If any of these conditions are present clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary A MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 Front Wiper Blade Removal Installation 1 Lift the front wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the windshield 2 Press the release button on the arm of the wiper blade 3 Push the wiper blade up the and remove it i 1 Wiper Blade 2 Release Button 7 3 Wiper Arm 4 Install the wiper blade and firmly press the wiper blade until it snaps into place 328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Wiper Blade Removal Installation 1 Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass 2 Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder Se Was 1 Wiper Blade 2 Blade
59. mm 75 mph 120 km h e The damage is only on the tread section of your tire sidewall damage is not repairable and 258 STARTING AND OPERATING HN Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and additional information Damaged Run Flat tires or Run Flat tires that have experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme diately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and service description Load Index and Speed Code All Season Tires If Equipped All Season tires provide traction for all seasons spring summer fall and winter Traction levels may vary be tween different all season tires All season tires can be identified by the M S M amp S M S or MS designation on the tire sidewall Use all season tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Summer Or Three Season Tires If Equipped Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry condi tions and are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice Summer tires will not contain the all season designation or mountain snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall Use summer tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle Snow Tires Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during the winter Snow tires can be identified by a mountain snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall If you need snow tires select tires equ
60. mounted for a long period it is possible to filter out the ball mount and hitch ball assembly presence in sensor field of view The filtering operation must be performed only by an authorized studio Continued 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IM PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE The image will be displayed on the touchscreen display along with a cau tion note to check entire surroundings across the top of the screen After five seconds this note will disappear The ParkView camera is located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear License plate When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE the rear view image shall not be displayed for more than 5 sec onds and the navigation or audio screen appears again When displayed static grid lines will illustrate the width of the vehicle and will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle Red 0 1 ft 0 30 cm Yellow 1 ft 3 ft 30 cm 1 m Green 3 ft or greater 1 m or greater a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 WARNING CAUTION Drivers must be careful whe
61. not damage the transmission e Very aggressive driving may result in some clutch odor similar to a manual transmission An active warning message will display in the Instrument Clus ter if cool down actions are needed When stopped on an incline always hold the vehicle in place using the brakes On steep inclines Hill Start Assist HSA will temporarily hold the car in position when the brake pedal is released If the accelerator pedal is not applied after a short time the car will roll back Either reapply the brake to hold the vehicle or press the accelerator to climb the hill Before and after the engine is started you may hear a hydraulic pump for a short period of time This noise is normal and will not damage the transmission When frequent transmission shifting occurs such as when 222 STARTING AND OPERATING HN operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions Instrument Cluster Messages in hilly terrain or traveling into strong head winds use the AutoStick shift control refer to AutoStick in this section for further information to select a lower gear Under these conditions using a lower gear will improve performance and extend transmission life by MESSAGE DESCRIPTION reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup During GEAR NOT In Autos ck mode the extremely cold temperatures the tranen sion will not AVAILABLE gear selected by the driver operate if the oil temperature is 22 F 30 C or be
62. of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks Avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission com ponents Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Fluid Level Check The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating conditions Routine fluid level checks are not required therefore the transmission has no dipstick Your authorized studio can check your transmission fluid level using special service tools If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction visit your authorized studio immediately to have the transmission fluid level checked Operating the vehicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission damage CAUTION e If a transmission fluid leak occurs visit your au thorized studio immediately Severe transmission damage may occur Your authorized studio has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 Fluid And Filter Changes Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals In addition change the fluid and filter if the transmission is disassembled for any reason Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo graphic locations and us
63. on a jack Continued 298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN CAUTION Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on WARNING Continued Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change e If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic Jack Warning Label locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle 1 Remove the spare tire jack and wheel bolt wrench 2 If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the wheel bolts use the wheel bolt wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle 3 Before raising the vehicle use the wheel bolt wrench to loosen but not remove the wheel bolts on the wheel with the flat tire Turn the wheel bolts counter clockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground a WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 299 Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location NOTE There are front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body as indicated by the traingular lift point symbols on the sill molding 300 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN 4 Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire
64. pressure is 27 psi 186 kPa a temperature drop to 20 E 7 C will decrease the tire pressure to approximately 23 psi 159 kPa This tire pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn on the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Driving the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately 27 psi 186 kPa but the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will still be on In this situation the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle s recommended cold tire pres sure value 268 STARTING AND OPERATING HN CAUTION NOTE The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care e The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warnings have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system op eration or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage Do not use aftermarket tire sealants or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS as damage to the sensors may result After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni toring Sensor and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition The TPMS should not b
65. programmed HomeLink button and observe the indicator light e If the indicator light stays on constantly program ming is complete and the garage door device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed e To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons repeat each step for each remaining button DO NOT erase the channels 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink Reprogrameung A Single HomeHinko Button button you want to program and the hand held trans mitter button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained follow these steps 1 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position 2 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not release the button 4 Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi cator light HomeLink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink has received the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Re lease both buttons after the indicator light changes 3 Without releasing the button proceed with Program from slow to rapid ming A Non Rolling Code Step 2 and follow all remaining steps 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE In Canadian Gate Operator Programming For programming transmitters in Canada United States that require the transmitter signals to time out after several seconds of transmission Canadian radio frequency laws require transmit
66. properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subse quent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the sys tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly CAUTION The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system opera tion or sensor damage may result when using re placement equipment that is not of the same size type and or style Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage Do not use tire sealant from a can or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS as damage to the sensors may result 24 Glow Plug Light If Equipped DO This vehicle will inhibit engine cranking when the ambient temperature
67. speed by pushing the RES button If the button is continually pressed the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released then the new set speed will be established Pressing the RES button once will result in a 1 mph 1 6 km h increase in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 mph 1 6 km h To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is set push the SET button If the button is continually held in the SET position the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released Release the button when the desired speed is reached and the new set speed will be established Pressing the SET button once will result in a 1 mph 1 6 km h decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph 1 6 km h To Accelerate For Passing Press the accelerator as you would normally When the pedal is released the vehicle will return to the set speed 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE In Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed NOTE The Electronic Speed Control system maintains speed up and down hills A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control WARNING Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous
68. such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate Continued THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB When the air bag deploys it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat s trim cover Each air bag deploys independently a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right side impact deploys the right air bag only Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact The SAB are marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC may offer side impact protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side impact head injuries The SABIC deploy downward covering both windows on the impact side Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB Label 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IM Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Label Location NOTE Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during air bag deployment The system includes
69. system turns on e Inspect exhaust system e Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off road conditions e Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required e Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick M A N T E N A N e E S e H E D U L E S 8 UN 366 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES IN A A W Maintenance Chart N Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals E N Mileage or time passed o o o oe o eo o o s S 8 3 3 8 A whichever comes first 9 3 3 3 S3 3 1858 2 S 2 8 8 amp 8 R amp I ISIS 5 8 EI sss assis a E Or Years 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 i o o e e e s oem 3188 88 58 8588 58 8 8 8 8 H Jl zll SF ET E ses Sa sg E e o ye y T b N N N fj Additional Inspections WE Inspect the CV joints X X X X X E Inspect front suspension FS tie rod ends and boot seals X X X X X X X 8 and replace if necessary Inspect the brake linings X X X X X X X parking brake function a MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 367 A Mileage or time passed o o o o eo o o o S 2 2 2 2 2 l whichever comes first 9 31 3 8 8 8 8 8 S S S S S S i ala v iBooc RFI S9 S 9 9r s9o sz n Or Years 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Or Kilometers 2 2 gt 2 2 2
70. the UP A or DOWN V button to select speed limit activation On or deactivation Off 3 When the function is activated On briefly press the MENU button to display the presently set_activation speed Pressing the UP or DOWN buttons selects the speed limit Press MENU to confirm selec tion NOTE Selection is possible between 20 and 125 mph or km h depending on the selected unit The setting will increase decrease by five units each time the UP DOWN button is pressed Press and hold the UP DOWN button to increase decrease the setting rapidly Save the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings To cancel the setting proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU button On will flash on the display 2 Press the DOWN V button Off will flash on the display 3 Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings a UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Speed Display When this function is activated the cluster will display the vehicle speed MPH or km h To activate On or to deactivate Off the speed display feature proceed as follows 1 Brief
71. the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size The air bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes The air bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the vent holes in the sides of the air bag In this way the air bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag Inflator Unit The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag unit is located under the instrument panel trim beneath the steering column When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Advanced Front Air Bags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of non toxic gas is gener ated to inflate the Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag The trim cover separates and folds out of the way allowing the air bag to inflate to the full size The air bag fully inflates in about 15 to 20 milliseconds The Supple mental Driver Side Knee Air Bag gas is vented through small vent holes in the side of the air bag Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bag SAB Inflator Units The Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB are designed to activate only in certain side collisions The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side air bags to inflate based on the severity and type of co
72. they wear at unequal rates These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed 266 STARTING AND OPERATING The suggested rotation method is the rearward cross shown in the following diagram This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed E ES a Y gt 8 055707139 Tire Rotation TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom mended cold tire pressure The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi 6 9 kPa for every 12 F 6 5 C This means that when the outside temperature decreases the tire pressure will decrease Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure mo
73. trailer tow extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures and E85 fuel usage will influence when the Change Oil or Oil Change Re quired message is displayed Severe Operating Condi tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3 500 miles 5 600 km since last reset Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 500 miles 805 km NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change inter vals exceed 10 000 miles 16 000 km or twelve months whichever comes first Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip Check engine oil level Check windshield washer fluid level Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir brake master cylinder reservoir and transmission as needed Check function of all interior and exterior lights a MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 365 Required Maintenance Intervals At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following Oil Change Indicator System page for the required maintenance intervals e Inspect brake pads shoes rotors drums and hoses At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By 7 e Inspect engine cooling system protection and Oil Change Indicator System hoses e Change oil and filter e Check and adjust hand brake e Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregu lar wear even if it occurs before the oil indicator
74. two minutes Each time the lever is pulled the activation of the lights will be extended by 30 seconds The activation of the lights can be extended to a maximum of 210 seconds UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Deactivation Using the switch on the bottom of the overhead console press the switch to the on right position from its center position and the lights are always on Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for more than two seconds Front Fog Lights If Equipped FO The fog light switch is located on the center stack of the instrument panel just below the radio Press the switch once to turn the front fog lights on Press the switch a second time to turn the front fog lights off Interior Lights The interior light switches are located in the overhead console The interior lights can be set to three different positions Off Left Position Center Position On Right Position On Right Position 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the switch to the off left position from its center position and the lights are always off Center Position The switches on the left and right sides of the overhead Off Left Position console controls the map or reading function of the lights Leave the switch in the center position and the lights are Press the switch to the right to turn on the right light and turned on and off when the doors are opened or closed pr
75. vehicle are buckled up properly 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In WARNING In a collision you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers or you can be thrown out of the vehicle Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver even on short trips Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that includes you This can happen far away from home or on your own street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1 Enter the vehicle and close the door Sit back and adjust the seat 2 The seat belt latch plate is along side the pillar near the back of your seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICL
76. where the system cannot maintain a constant speed Your ve hicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control and have an accident Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery REAR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED The Rear Park Assist system provides an audible indica tion of the distance between the rear fascia bumper and a detected obstacle when backing up e g during a parking maneuver Refer to the Park Assist System Usage Precautions for the limitations of this system and recommendations Rear Park Assist is automatically activated when the transmission is placed into REVERSE As the distance from an obstacle behind the vehicle decreases the au dible alert becomes more frequent Interaction With Trailer Towing The Rear Park Assist system is automatically deactivated when a trailer is hitched to the vehicle The system will be automatically activated as soon as the trailer is removed a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Rear Park Assist Sensors The four Rear Park Assist sensors located in the rear fascia bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors field of view The sensors can detect obstacles in the horizontal direction from approximately 12 in 30 cm up to 55 in 140 cm from the center of the rear fascia bumper and up to 24 in 60 cm from the comers of the rear fascia bumper
77. will be switched OFF NOTE If the key is not inserted in the ignition switch but is inside the vehicle the system does not recognize the presence of the key and after the closing of last door the vehicle remains locked Auto Relocking Only For Rear Doors With the vehicle locked and all doors closed LED ON if a passenger opens one of the rear doors LED OFF as soon as the door is closed it will be locked again LED ON Child Protection Door Lock System Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats the rear doors are equipped with Child Protection Door Lock system To Engage Or Disengage The Child Protection Door Lock System 1 Open the rear door 2 Insert the tip of the key into the lock and rotate clockwise to the LOCK position or counter clockwise to UNLOCK position 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door WARNING Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child Protection locks are engaged locked 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Child Protection Door Lock System is engaged unlock the doors using the central unlock button roll down the window and open the door using the exterior handle POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switches The power window controls are located on the driver s doo
78. 2 Volts Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other e Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes skin or clothing Do not lean e Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnected and should only be replaced with a battery of the same type vented over a battery when attaching clamps If acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area imme diately with large amounts of water Refer to Jump Starting Procedures in What To Do In Emergencies for further information Continued a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 CAUTION e It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post Battery posts are marked positive and negative and are identified on the battery case Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion e If a fast charger is used while the battery is in the vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger to the battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized st
79. 20274421 Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter With Mechanical Key Release Button NOTE The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver s door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and the liftgate The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal The illuminated entry system will also turn on To Lock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit ter to lock all doors and the liftgate The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal If a door is ajar the turn signal lights will flash at an increased rate and there will be no horn chirp this is to indicate that a door is still ajar a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Replacing The Battery In The Key With Remote Control To replace the battery proceed as follows e press button A fig 16 and open the metal insert B e turn the screw C to Unlock using a fine bit screwdriver e take out the battery case D and replace the battery E making sure that polarities are correct e refit the battery case D inside the key and lock it turning the screw C to Lock NOTE Used batteries should be disposed of as specified by law in the special containers otherwise take them to an authorized studio which will deal with their disposal Fi
80. 272 STARTING AND OPERATING General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses MRXC4W4MA4 2546A CAWAMAA United States Canada Single FUEL REQUIREMENTS 1 4L Turbo This engine is designed to meet all emission regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded regular gasoline diab having an octane rating of 87 For optimum performance and fuel economy the use of 91 octane or higher is recommended Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required A STARTING AND OPERATING 273 Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of gasoline with the appro priate octane rating for your engine before considering service for the vehicle Reformulated Gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as Reformulated Gasoline Reformulated gasolines conta
81. ACK UP CAMERA IF EQUIPPED suecos erem eG Pee baie 126 Turning ParkView On Or Off With connectQ 5 0 eiie sie i aam aida eee 128 a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Turning ParkView On Or Off With ll POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED 138 Uconnect 6 5 6 5N esee 128 To Open s c eese era ee ud 139 Tuning Camera Delay On Or Ome ooa des 128 To CUBS x cusa ra pad doe 139 W GARAGE POOR OPENER IE EOENERED ea Wind Buffeting 0 0 0 0 cece eee Power Sun Blind Before You Begin Programming HomeLink 130 Programming A Rolling Code 130 E POWER OUTLETS 00 cece cues 140 Programming A Non Rolling Code 133 M CIGAR LIGHTER IF EQUIPPED 142 Ea Sate OOO es 134 W CUPHOLDERS eee 143 CO io ig ibm dut 135 W STORAGE ooo 144 x mba a E ne Glovebox Storage ada cei rer aed 144 Troubleshooting Tips oo o ooooo 136 Front Center Armrest Storage If Equipped 145 General Information 137 E CARGO AREA FEATURES 0 146 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE II ll REAR CARGO STORAGE FEATURES 146 M ROOF LUGGAGE RACK IF EQUIPPED 148 MW REAR WINDOW FEATURES 147 Rear Window Defroster 147 a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF
82. AE 5W 40 full synthetic engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine For information on engine oil filler cap location refer to Engine Compart ment in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further informa tion Materials Added To Engine Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addi tion of any additives other than leak detection dyes to the engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your authorized studio service station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection This manufacturer s engines have a full flow type dispos able oil filter Use a filter of this type
83. Alert is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert to fasten their seat belts The feature is active whenever the ignition is on If the driver or front seat passenger is unbelted the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are fastened The BeltAlert warning sequence begins after the vehicle speed is over 6 mph 10 km h by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime Once the sequence starts it will continue for the entire duration or until the respective seatbelts are fastened After the sequence completes the Seat Belt Reminder Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts are fastened The driver should instruct all other occu pants to fasten their seat belts If a front seat belt is unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 6 mph 10 km h BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual notification The front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the front passenger seat is unoccupied BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the front passenger seat or when the seat is folded flat if equipped It is recommended that pets be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts and cargo is properly stowed BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your autho rized studio FIAT Group Automobiles does n
84. Bell Relay Service operator Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HN Warranty expires The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer s service contracts If you purchased a manufacturer s service contract you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date If you have any questions about the service contract call the manufacturer s Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1 800 521 9922 Canadian residents call 800 465 2001 English 800 387 9983 French The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s service contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s service contract If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s service contract and you require service after the manufacturer s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires please refer to the contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents a F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 375 We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased the vehicle An authorized studio has also made a major investment in facilities tools and training to assure that you are absolutely deligh
85. E 33 WARNING WARNING Continued e A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more e A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly The lap portion could ride too high on your body possibly causing internal injuries Al ways buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you e A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly In a sudden stop you could move too far forward 4 increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together Position the lap belt across your thighs below your abdomen To remove slack in the lap belt portion pull up on the shoulder belt To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision belt snugly e A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision increasing head and neck injury A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your stron gest bones will take the force in a collision Continued 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IN WARNING e A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal
86. EFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In Along with seat belts and pretensioners Advanced Front Air Bags work with the Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag and the passenger side knee bolster to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger Side air bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls Occupant Restraint Controller ORC The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle The ORC determines if deployment of the front and or side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required Based on the impact sensor s signals a central electronic ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags Supplemen tal Driver Side Knee Air Bag Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB and front seat belt pretensioners as required depending on several factors including the severity and type of impact Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag are designed to provide additional protec tion by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on several factors including the severity and type of collision Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear or side collisions The Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions including some that may produce substan
87. ESCRIPTION AUTOSTICK NOT AutoStick mode is REDUCE GEAR The transmission pump is AVAILABLE unavailable due to a shift CHANGES overheating In AutoStick lever fault See your autho mode try to drive in one rized studio for diagnosis specific gear as much as and service possible avoiding frequent AUTOMATIC MODE The transmission is unable gear changes In DRIVE NOT AVAILABLE to shift itself automatically due to a fault condition Use the AutoStick mode to shift the transmission manually See your autho rized studio for diagnosis and service the transmission will automatically modify its shift schedule to reduce the number of shifts A STARTING AND OPERATING 225 DESCRIPTION MESSAGE DESCRIPTION MESSAGE TRANS GETTING The transmission driving SERVICE A transmission fault has HOT PRESS BRAKE clutch is overheating TRANSMISSION been detected See your usually due to repeated authorized studio for launches in stop and go diagnosis and service traffic Pull over and allow SERVICE SHIFTER A shift lever fault has been the transmission to cool in detected See your autho NEUTRAL until TRANS rized studio for diagnosis COOL READY TO DRIVE and service UE Equipped IS displayed ENGAGE PARK The sensor that confirms TRANS HOT STOP The transmission driving BRAKE PARK engagement is SAFELY SHIFT TO P clutch has overheated not functioning properly Pull over and shift the Engage the
88. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CA 4N109268 811b5a9a Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the 1 number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2 total weight your vehicle can carry B Pillar Location for Tire And Loading Information Placard A STARTING AND OPERATING 251 3 tire size designed for your vehicle 4 cold tire inflation pressures for the front rear and Spare tires Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle You will not exceed the tire s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and in the Vehicle Loading section of this manual 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 this section 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 Fo
89. G YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE Trip Functions Both trip functions are resettable reset start of new trip Trip A can be used to display the figures relating to e Trip distance A e Average consumption e Instant consumption A e Average speed A e Travel time A driving time Trip B can be used to display the figures relating to e Trip distance B e Average consumption B e Average speed B e Travel time B driving time NOTE Trip B functions may be excluded see Trip B Data Range and Instantaneous consumption can not be reset Values Displayed Range This indicates the distance which may be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank assuming that driving conditions will not change The message will appear on the display in the following cases e Distance less than 30 miles or 50 km The vehicle is parked for a long time with the engine running NOTE The range depends on several factors driving style type of route freeway residential mountain roads etc conditions of use of the car load tire pressure etc Trip planning must take into account the above notes A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Distance Travelled This value shows the distance covered since the last reset Average Consumption This value shows the approximate average consumption since the last reset Instant Consumption This indicates the fuel consumption The value is
90. H Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle What is the weight limit child s weight weight of the child restraint for using the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint Can the LATCH anchorages and the 65 Ibs 29 5 kg Use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs 29 5 kg Use the seat belt and tether anchor instead of the LATCH system once the combined weight is more than 65 Ibs 29 5 kg seat belt be used together to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint Can a child seat be installed in the Do not use the seat belt when you use the LATCH anchorage system to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint center position using the inner LATCH lower anchorages N A 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In Can two child restraints be attached using a common lower LATCH anchorage No Never share a LATCH anchorage with two or more child restraints If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchorages in an outboard position Can the rear facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat Yes The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows
91. INCH the buckle stalk may be twisted up to 3 full turns Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating position with an ALR retractor 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE II Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR 1 Place the child seat in the center of the seating position For some second row seats you may need to recline the seat and or raise the head restraint to get a better fit Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt path Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat 5 To lock the seat belt pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor Then allow the webbing to retract back into the retractor As the webbing retracts you will hear a clicking sound This means the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor If it is locked you should not be able to pull out any web bing If the retractor is not locked repeat step 5 Finally pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle seat a THINGS TO KN
92. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 Bulb Number 4 Install the bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place Rear Fog Lamps W16W 5 Reinstall the plastic cap ud Fqmpped Front Turn Signal Parking And Daytime Running License Plate Lamps W5W Lamps NOTE Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that 1 Turn front wheels inboard to access upper cover in can be purchased from your authorized studio wheel liner If a bulb needs to be replaced visit your authorized 2 Open the upper cover on the front of the wheel liner studio or refer to the applicable Service Manual 3 Remove the cap from the back of the lower headlamp BULB REPLACEMENT housing Headlamps 4 Rotate the bulb counter clockwise and remove 1 Remove the plastic cap from the back of the headlamp 5 Install the bulb into socket and rotate bulb socket a housing clockwise into lamp locking it in place 2 Rotate the bulb counter clockwise 6 Reinstall the plastic cap and close the cover on the 3 Remove the bulb and replace as needed a 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Front Fog Lamps To replace the front fog lights see your authorized studio Front Rear Side Marker Lamps The front rear side marker lamps are LED and not serviced separately See your authorized studio for replacement of these lights Rear Tail Stop Backup And Turn Signal Lamps 1 Open the liftgate 2 Remove the two screws and remove the tail lamp assembly 3 Remove the four s
93. OUGH WATER 230 Electronic Stability Control ESC 239 Flowing Rising Water o ooo oo ooo 230 ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light Shallow Standing Water cce e 230 And ESC OFF Indicator Light 240 E ELECTRIC POWER STEERING 232 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 243 E PARKING BRAKE 00000 00005 232 Wi TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION 244 M BRAKE SYSTEM ooo 234 Tire Markings 16 nne 244 Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System ABS 234 Tire Identification Number TIN 247 E ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM 236 Tire Terminology And Definitions 249 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 236 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 250 Brake Assist System BAS 236 A STARTING AND OPERATING 207 E TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION 254 Life Of Tire ise yemas 261 Tire Pressure 1 1 ee ee 254 Replacement Tires oooooooooomoo 262 Tire Inflation Pressures 255 M TIRECHAINS 00005 264 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 257 M TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS 265 Radial Ply Tires oo o ooooo ooo 257 W TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING All Season Tires If Equipped 258 O ES Summer Or Three Season Tires If Equipped 258 Maa c E General Information
94. OUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 4 Electronic Stability Control OFF ESC OFF Indicator Light ESC This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con OFF trol system ESC has been turned off by the driver 5 Electronic Stability Control ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator ESC Light in the instrument cluster will come on for four seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light comes on con tinuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system If this light remains on see your authorized studio as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light starts to flash as soon as the ESC system or TCS system become active NOTE The ESC Off Indicator Light and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN Each time the ignition is turned to ON RUN the ESC system will be on even if it was turned off previously 6 Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions including brake fluid level and parking brake application If the Brake Warning 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 brake system
95. OUR VEHICLE IM Sun Visor Slide On Rod Feature SEATS The sun visor Slide On Rod feature allows for additional Front Seats flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the sun mee pem Front Seats Forward Rearward Adjustment To use the Slide On Rod feature rotate the sun visor downward and unclip it Pull the sun visor along the Slide On Rod until the sun visor is in the desired position The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats near the floor While sitting in the seat lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward Release the bar once the desired position is reached Then using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched Slide On Rod Feature UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 WARNING e Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death e Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt Adjusting Bar 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE II Seat Height Adjustment Recliner Adjustment The seat height adjustment lever is located on the out The recline lever is located on the outboard side of the board side of the seat Pull upward on the lever to raise seat
96. OW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 8 If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether seating position has a top tether anchorage connect Anchorage the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap Refer to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chil dren LATCH Restraint System for directions to attach a tether anchor Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt path It should not move more than 1 inch 25 4 mm in any direction Any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary 1 Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage If there is no top tether anchorage for that seating position see the charts above move the child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is available Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints raise the head restraint and where possible route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts If not possible lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head
97. Push the window switch down firmly to the second detent to open the window completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 LIFTGATE Gas props support the liftgate in the open position However because the gas pressure drops with tempera ture it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather To unlock the liftgate use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or activate the central locking button located on the instrument panel below the radio To open the liftgate press the liftgate electronic release Lingate Emergency Helbase and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion As a security measure a Liftgate Emergency Release is built into the liftgate latching mechanism To access the WARNING Liftgate Emergency Release proceed as follows e Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous 1 Remove the rear headrests and fold down the seats exhaust gases into your vehicle You and your pas completely sengers could be injured by these fumes Keep the 9 Take the screwdriver from the tool box supplied liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle e If you are required to drive with the liftgate open make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed Do not use the recirculation mode 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING
98. RI RES 294 Jump Starting ooooooooooooooooo 302 TOWING aria iiaea aasa a eed ee 309 Emergency Trunk Release o o o o oo o 27 Engine Air Cleaner iane dita ens 319 Break In Recommendations o o o o 75 Checking Oil Level eae e RU eda 316 Compartment ws iria rer eds 313 Cooling sio scan camara aine na deba REOR qee a 332 Exhaust Gas Caution 0 0000 o 76 Fails to Start ee Eii 211 Flooded Starting ooooooooooooomoo 211 Fuel Requirements 0 00000005 272 Qul sheen od thd pe whe REI Pha ene heed 316 Oil Filler Cap is sss baie ita ee oe 318 Oil Selector aaa ania Aw sae RO a Da 317 Overheaung ico eade hone eae RR REUS 283 Startihg c see gu sme Re eR Eds 209 Temperature Gauge 6 0 eee eee ee 157 Enhanced Accident Response Feature 51 Event Data Recorder 0 000 cee ee eens 56 386 INDEX IN Exhaust Gas Caution o cee eae 27 Exhaust System sis caidas ad Meera ola ae 76 Exterior Lights seric aria rio io tS 80 Filler Location Fuel 157 Filters Air Cleaner 2 0 0 0 cc ens 319 Air Conditioning 0 0 00000 323 Engine Fuel vacas a Bee om Eo iw ta Bigs 360 Engine Oil i030 ane turp i Re Ras 319 Engine Oil Disposal ooooooomoo 318 Flashers Turn Signal corista as eae pes y Bee 80 Flooded Engine Starting oo o ooooooo 211 Fluid Brake soci
99. Recirculation Control button When the On Off button is pressed the climate control system automatically activates internal air recirculation LED on Recirculation Control button on It is still possible to activate outside air recirculation LED on the button off and vice versa by pressing the Recirculation Control button In automatic operation recirculation is managed auto matically by the system according to outside environ mental conditions 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HN NOTE The engagement of the recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required heating cooling condi tions faster It is however inadvisable to use it on rainy cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of the windows misting up inside espe cially if the climate control system is off When the outside temperature is low recirculation is forced off air drawn in from the outside to prevent the win dows from misting up e It is inadvisable to use internal air recirculation when the outside temperature is low since the windows could mist up rapidly Climate Control System Compressor Press the A C Control button to activate deactivate the compressor activation is indicated by the LED on the button switching on The system remembers that the compressor has been switched off even after the engine has stopped When the compressor is switched off the system deacti vates air recirculation to prev
100. To recline the seat lean forward slightly lift the the seat height or push downward on the lever to lower lever lean back to the desired position and release the the seat height lever To return the seatback to its normal upright posi tion lean forward and lift the lever Release the lever once the seatback is in the upright position Height Adjustment Lever UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 WARNING e Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be adjusted properly and you could be injured Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked Recline Lever 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Lumbar If Equipped Press the power lumbar switch to adjust the lumbar support Release the switch when you reach the desired position A Power Lumbar Switch B Heated Seat Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Heated Seats If Equipped On some models the front driver and passenger seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks The controls for the front heated seats are locat
101. Tumble Rear 98 Reclining PPP 92 Security Alarm Theft AlarM 15 Sentry Key Immobilizer 13 Service Assistance ee ess 372 Service Gontract o sss kc sora 374 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator 161 Service Manuals o ooo ee 376 Shift Lever Override lesen 308 Side Airbag signals TUM 4 o erae em a 80 Snow Chains Tire Chains o o ooo 264 Snow DIES viaria over ee eee 258 Spare Fre a tas weg cete Rd E a Rede alada 259 Spark Plugs ici ee eR RR Ree ewe ee 360 Speed Control Cruise Control 117 Speedometer i bessere eed 155 DLartng sce dade ted halt eed agde med s 209 Automatic Transmission ss 209 Cold Weather 2 0 0 0 000000000000 210 Engine Fails to Start 1 2 0 0 0 0 aa ee 211 Manual Transmission 00 209 Steering Tilt Column os o eg ees abies aaa ge aoe 116 Wheel Tilt cansa e 116 Steering Wheel Audio Controls 182 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls 182 Storage OI 355 Storage Vehicle 4 ese dore eaa deoa 355 A INDEX 393 storing Your Vehicle is dens sor ddan eneas 355 Stuck FROIN Gs c cester ahd Ron er OR RS daba 306 Studio Service iisdem b erred Rn eee 315 Sun ROO ee aC vs 138 Sun Visor Extension llle es 90 Supplemental Restraint System Airbag 39 Tachometer i dry px e n Ex REX
102. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange centering the jack saddle between the locating notches on the sill flange Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire WARNING 6 Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire Remove the wheel bolts and tire 7 Mount the spare tire CAUTION Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly NOTE For vehicles so equipped do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare Refer to Compact Spare Tire and to Limited Use Spare under Tires General Information in Start ing and Operating for additional warnings cautions and information about the spare tire its use and operation A WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 301 8 Install the wheel bolts with the threaded end of the 10 Finish tightening the wheel bolts Push down on wheel bolt toward the wheel Lightly tighten the the wrench while at the end of the handle for wheel bolts increased leverage Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until each wheel bolt has been tightened twice The correct tightness of each wheel bolt is 95 ft lb 128 N m
103. Vae PUR rra 359 Disposal 2 siestis stas e E eg LR eR Een 336 Anti Lock Brake System ABS o o o o o o 234 Anti Lock Warning Light 165 Anti Theft Security Alarm Theft Alarm 15 Appearatice Care 14i awe ee bh e 343 Arming Theft System Security Alarm 15 Automatic Dimming Mirror 0 86 Automatic Transmission 00000 214 Adding EIuid morra rar 342 Fluid and Filter Changes 343 Fluid Level Check soos Re 342 Fluid Type ics seed ae m n 341 Gear Ranges 4 sepes Ae eed oes DEERE RES 217 Special Additives 0 0 000 2 342 AULOSHCK E eat care ea ee a aeRO ees 227 Auto Up Power Windows 0005 25 A INDEX 383 Battery stoned een ee rem D Nata ease 320 Jump Starting ricas sa reas aia 302 Belts Seat ae rere a aa Pe 77 Body Mechanism Lubricati0N 325 B Pillat Locatie 4s ex pd cad 250 Brake Assist System llle 236 Brake Blind ii uuu dd bacs OY RE es 361 Brake Parking 0 2 003 aes oi pete ao n 232 Brakes 1424 mice ede Mais Bak Haw XOU Pea ares 338 Brake System is eo nae ras da 234 Anti Lock ABS 0 2 20 0 0 0000p 234 Master Cylinder liess 338 Parking uedes ses m ae ae adie Ca aoe alot 232 Warning Light 0 0 0 eee eee eee 156 Brake Transmission Interlock 216 Bulb Replacement 00000000 356 Bulbs LiS taa Seatac ex to e Hat RE 80 Ca
104. W BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IM Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback should use the seat belt in a rear seat Use this simple 5 step test to decide whether the child can use the vehicle s seat belt alone 1 Can the child sit all the way back against the back of the vehicle seat 2 Do the child s knees bend comfortably over the front of the vehicle seat while they are still sitting all the way back 3 Does the shoulder belt cross the child s shoulder between their neck and arm 4 Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible touching the child s thighs and not their stomach 5 Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip If the answer to any of these questions was no then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle If the child is using the lap shoulder belt check belt fit peri odically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Weight of the Use any attachment method sh
105. a ede TQ ES 250 Locks Child Protection d eise ay wae aes EER 23 DOOR sie Baie ida ich gi e en m Beach Rd 20 Lubrication Body p eeir ises kameras n OL 325 Maintenance Free Battery oooo oo o o oo o 320 Maintenance General o 315 Maintenance Procedures o llle 315 Maintenance Schedule o o ooooo 364 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 161 Manual Service o es 376 Manual Transmission o o o o 212 Fluid Level Check o 340 Frequency of Fluid Change 341 Lubricant Selection ooooooo o o 340 Master Cylinder Brakes oooooooo 338 Mirrors eos en RR ERG EGUEG Ex eed weed 85 Automatic Dimming llle 86 Electric Powered llle 88 Electric Remote llle 88 He ted a edt ex PERS daa 89 REVIEW ura a Ub S eC S RO KES E 85 Modifications Alterations Vehicle 7 390 INDEX IN Monitor Tire Pressure System o o o o o o o 266 Multi Function Control Lever 107 New Vehicle Break In Peri0d 75 Occupant Restraints sd ea ea hare eigen ks 46 Occupant Restraints Sedan o o o 29 Octane Rating Gasoline Fuel 272 Odometer xao danaa ROREM EM a 164 TP ra Morada 164 Oil Change ndicator o o o oooo ooo o oo 169 Oil Change Indicator Reset 169 Oil Eng
106. ack into the retractor If it is locked the ALR will make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the retractor For additional information on ALR refer to the Automatic Locking Mode description un der Occupant Restraints The cinching latch plate is designed to hold the lap portion of the seatbelt tight when webbing is pulled tight and straight through a child restraint s belt path Please see the table below and the following sections for more information about both types of seat belts a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Lap Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle What is the weight limit child s weight weight of the child restraint for using the Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint Can the rear facing child restraint touch Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a forward facing child restraint up to the recommended weight limit of the child restraint the back of the front passenger seat Can the head restraints be removed Yes Contact between the front passenger seat and the child restraint is allowed if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the seat belt against the belt path of the child restraint Yes all Yes In positions with cinching latch plates C
107. ad to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repre sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Excessive speed under inflation or excessive load ing either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure INDEX 382 INDEX IN Adding Engine Coolant Antifreeze 334 Adding Fuel sag oer ettet ot a 276 Adding Washer Fluid o o o o o o oo 329 Additives Fuel o cee eee eee 274 AIDDageisc3ua ese e Saad 39 Airbag Deployment 00 00 0000 ee 53 Airbag Eight 4 020 4d Ga tarien Tesiaren e 47 Airbag Maintenance 1 00 000 cece eee 54 Airbag Side sese ate a aie die 43 Airbag Window Side Curtain 43 Air Cleaner Engine Engine Air Cleaner Filter 319 Air Conditioner Maintenance 321 Air Conditioning Filter o oooooooo o 323 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 321 Air Conditioning SysteM oooooooooo o 321 Air Pressure Tires 2 0 0 0 llle 255 Alarm Security Alarm s e areae tena tan E E 15 Alarm System Security Alarm 15 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 7 Antifreeze Engine Coolant o o o o 333 Capaciti S es anre RES
108. ag system electrical components While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance free if any of the following occurs have an authorized studio service the air bag system immediately trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way including removal or loosening tightening of seat attachment bolts take the vehicle to your authorized studio Only manufacturer approved e The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during seat accessories may be used If it is necessary to the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is modify the air bag system for persons with dis first turned to the ON RUN position abilities contact your authorized studio The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to eight second interval The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IM NOTE If the speedometer tachometer or any engine related gauges are not working the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC may also be disabled The air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection Promptly check the Body Control Module BCM fuse block inside the vehicle for blown fuses Refer to the label located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper air bag fuses See your authorized studio if the fuse is good Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record
109. age Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle Outside parking which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint metal trim and under body protection The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes are e Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation Stone and gravel impact Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fallout industrial pollutants 344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Washing e e e Wash your vehicle regularly Always wash your ve hicle in the shade using MOPARO Car Wash or a mild car wash soap and rinse the panels completely with clear water If insects tar or other similar deposits have accumu lated on your vehicle use MOPARO Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover to remove Use a high quality cleaner wax such as MOPARO Cleaner Wax to remove road film stains and to protect your paint finish Take care never to scratch the paint Avoid usin
110. air distribution or on the fan speed the LED switches off to indicate that the system is no longer controlling all functions automatically Deactivating the compressor results in the deactivation of automatic operation only if the system is no longer able to guarantee comfort conditions which depend on the set temperature NOTE Should the system no longer be able to guarantee the required temperature set in various passenger com partment zones the set temperature value will flash for a few seconds on the display To restore automatic system control after one or more manual adjustments press the AUTO button A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 SYNC Button Press the SYNC button LED on button lit to align the passenger side air temperature with that of the driver side This function makes temperature regulation easier when the driver is travelling alone Turn the Passenger Temperature Control knob to set the passenger side temperature and return to separate air temperature management Air Recirculation The Air Recirculation is managed according to the fol lowing operating logics e forced activation air recirculation always on indi cated by the LED on the Recirculation Control button e forced deactivation air recirculation always off air intake from the outside signalled by the LED on the Recirculation Control button switching off Forced activation deactivation can be selected by press ing the
111. al accessories Failure to follow this procedure could result in per sonal injury or property damage due to battery explo 3 Remove the protective cover over the remote posi sion tive battery post To remove the cover pull upward on the cover CAUTION 4 If using another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach set the Failure to follow these procedures could result in parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle WARNING 1 Connect the positive 4 end of the jumper cable to the Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this positive post of the discharged vehicle could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result 2 Connect the opposite end of the positive jumper cable to the positive 4 post of the booster battery a WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 305 3 Connect the negative end of the jumper cable to the 5 negative post of the booster battery NOTE Before connecting to the discharged battery you must first disconnect the negative cable from the discharged battery as this is the only way to successfully jump start the vehicle 4 Connect the opposite end of the negative jumper cable to the disconnected negative cable on the discharged battery WARNING 8 Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discha
112. al cable Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio SWR Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than normal may require special precautions All installations should be checked for possible interference be tween the communications equipment and the vehicle s electronic systems Chrysler Group LLC 14BF 126 AA AE First Edition Printed in U S A
113. always flows from the side dashboard diffus ers it is however possible to interrupt the air flow by operating the wheel located near the corresponding vents In AUTO mode the climate control system automatically manages air distribution the LEDs on the Mode Control buttons are off When set manually the air distribution is indicated by the LEDs on the selected buttons switching on In combined function mode functions are enabled to gether with those already set when the relevant button is pressed If a button whose function is already active is pressed the operation is cancelled and the corresponding LED switches off To restore automatic control of the air distribution after a manual selection press the AUTO button 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE AUTO Button When the AUTO button is pressed LED on button lit the climate control system automatically adjusts the follow ing settings in the corresponding zones e quantity and distribution of the air introduced into the passenger compartment e climate control system compressor e air recirculation cancelling all previous manual adjustments This is indicated by the LED on the AUTO button switching on If the AUTO button is pressed when the AUTO LED is on the system switches to completely manual mode it displays the current flow and distribution status which will no longer be managed automatically If a manual intervention is made on at least the
114. and the clutch release system The two systems are separated in the reservoir and a leak in one system will not affect the other system The manual transmission clutch release system should not require fluid replacement during the life of the vehicle If the brake fluid reservoir is low and the brake system does not indicate any leaks or other problems it may be a result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system See your local authorized studio for service a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 WARNING Continued Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information WARNING e Use only manufacturer s recommended brake fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your brake system and or impair its performance The proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder reservoir Continued e To avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point This may cause it to boil unexpectedly
115. and turn on the vehicle s Hazard Warning flashers 2 Uncoil the Sealant Hose 6 and then remove the cap 2 Verify that the valve stem on the wheel with the from the Ring atthe end of thethose deflated tire is in a position that is near to the ground This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses 6 and 7 to reach 3 Place the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground next to the the valve stem and keep the TIREFIT kit flat on the deflated tire ground This will provide the best positioning of the a WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 289 4 Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 6 onto the valve stem 5 Uncoil the Power Plug 8 and insert the plug into the vehicle s 12 Volt power outlet NOTE Do not remove foreign objects e g screws or nails from the tire C Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire e Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE FIT kit NOTE Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL e After pressing the Power Button 4 the sealant white fluid will flow from the Sealant Bottle 1 through the Sealant Hose 6 and into the tire NOTE Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the tire If the sealant white fluid does not flow within 0 10 seconds through the Sealant Hose 6 1 Press the Power Button 4 to turn Off the TIREFIT kit Disconnect the Sealant Hose 6 from the valve ste
116. ants And Child Restraints Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat Two types of child restraints can be used rearward facing infant carriers and convertible child seats The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children from birth until they reach the weight or height limit of the infant carrier Convertible child seats can be used either rearward facing or forward facing in the vehicle Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing direction than infant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who have outgrown their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old Children should remain rearward facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat WARNING e Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an air bag A deploying passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger including a child in a rearward facing infant seat Only use a rearward facing child restraint in a rear seat a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Older Children And Child Restraints the seatback they should use a belt positioning booster seat The child and belt positioning bo
117. ar lighter is switched off brake lever To activate the cigar lighter press button A After a few seconds the button automatically returns to Do not connect devices with power higher than 180 W its initial position and the cigar lighter is ready for use to the socket Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable adaptors Cigar Lighter If Equipped UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 CUPHOLDERS For the rear seat passengers their is one cupholder For the driver and front passenger cupholders are lo ea arnes cated on the floor console between the front seats Rear Cupholder Front Cupholders 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Glovebox Storage Your vehicle is equipped with a upper and lower glove box which is located on the right side of the instrument panel Pull outward on the door latch to open either glovebox and push the upper door down to close it and the lower door upward to close it A Upper And Lower Glovebox Storage Compartment Glovebox Storage UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Front Center Armrest Storage If Equipped The front center armrest can also be lifted up and The front center armrest contains a storage compartment e ihe To open the storage compartment push in the upper lower release latch release latch on the front of the armrest Front Center Armrest Raised Position Armrest Upper Release Latch Lift upw
118. ard on the armrest to gain access to the storage area 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES To raise the cargo floor lift it up by the handle and place itin the rear housing which is located behind the rear seat back The rear seatbacks have a fold down feature to allow increased cargo capacity Push down the release button located at the outboard top of the seatback and move the seatback to its folded down position to provide a flat load floor cargo area When returning the seatback to its upright position push rearward until the seatback is properly latched REAR CARGO STORAGE FEATURES The rear cargo area has a upper shelf which allows for additional storage below the cargo floor O 0 Rear Housing For Cargo Floor UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 The rear cargo area is equipped with two storage bins REAR WINDOW FEATURES located on the both sides of the cargo area along with two cargo hooks Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located with the climate controls on the instrument panel Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 20 minutes To manually shut the defroster off push the button a second time NOTE To prevent excessive battery drain use the rear window defros
119. at specified for your vehicle Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus pension dimensions and performance characteris tics resulting in changes to steering handling and braking of your vehicle This can cause unpredict able handling and stress to steering and suspen sion components You could lose control and have a collision resulting in serious injury or death Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle Continued e Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity other than what was originally equipped on your vehicle Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in tire overloading and failure You could lose control and have a collision e Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control CAUTION Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read ings 264 STARTING AND OPERATING HN TIRE CHAINS CAUTION Continued Use only compact chains or other traction aids that meet Because of restricted chain clearance between tires SAE type Class S specifications Chains must be the and other suspension components it is important proper size for the vehicle as recommended by the chain that only chains in good condition are used Broken manufacturer chains can cause serious damage Stop the vehi
120. b lems You could lose control of your vehicle Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure Continued A STARTING AND OPERATING 255 WARNING Continued Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom mended cold tire inflation pressure Economy Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear pat terns to develop across the tire tread These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement Under inflation also increases tire rolling resistance resulting in higher fuel consumption Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride Over inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Both under inflation and over inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause erratic and unpredictable steering response Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the vehicle to drift left or right Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar The pressure should be checked and adjusted as we
121. be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully NOTE When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer s operating instructions and precautions WARNING Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303 Preparations For Jump Start WARNING The battery in your vehicle is located on the drivers side of the engine compartment e Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON You can be injured by moving fan blades e Remove any metal jewelry such as rings watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact You could be seriously injured Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery Positive Terminal 304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN 1 Set the parking brake shift the automatic transmission Jump Starting Procedure into PARK and turn the ignition to OFF 1 2 Turn off the heater radio and all unnecessary electri WARNING c
122. c Warning Light The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if any of the following conditions occur Oil Change Request Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure External Light Failure Fuel Cut Off Intervention Fuel Cut Off Not Available Parking Sensor Failure DST system failure 16 Tachometer The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine revolutions per minute RPM x 1000 for each gear range Before reaching the red area ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage 17 Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN this light will turn on if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled a chime will sound When driving if the driver s seat belt remains unbuckled the Seat Belt 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound Refer to Occupant Restraints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further information 18 Air Bag Warning Light e This light will turn on for four seconds as a ry bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON RUN If the light is either not on during starting stays on or turns on while driving have the system inspected at an authorized studio as soon as possible Refer to Occupant Re straints in Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve hicle for further information 19 Passenger Air Bag Disable PAD Light The Passenger Air Bag Disable PAD Indi
123. cator Light tells the driver and front passenger when the front passenger air bag is turned off The PAD Indicator light illuminates the words PASS AIR BAG OFF to show that the front passenger air bag will not inflate during a collision requiring air bags When the right front passenger seat is empty or when very light objects are placed on the seat the passenger air bag will not inflate even though the PAD indicator light is not illuminated 20 Oil Pressure Warning Light AS this light indicates low engine oil pressure The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns on Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine The engine oil level must be checked under the hood A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 21 Vehicle Security Light If during starting the key code is not correctly recognized the Vehicle Security Light comes on in the instrument panel In this case turn the key to OFF and then to ON RUN if it is still locked try again with the other keys that come with the vehicle Contact an authorized studio if you still cannot start the engine If with the engine running the warning light flashes this means that the car is not protected by the engine inhibitor device Contac
124. ced and rein stalled at the first opportunity WARNING Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only With these tires do not drive more than 50 mph 80 km h e Temporary use spare tires have limited tread life When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced Continued 260 STARTING AND OPERATING HN WARNING Continued Tire Spinning Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your When stuck in mud sand snow or ice conditions do not spin your vehicle s wheels above 30 mph 48 km h or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop ping when you are stuck Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a Refer to Fre eing A Stuck Vehicle in What To Do In conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the p ergencies for further information wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare Do not install more than one compact spare tire wheel WARNING on the vehicle at any given time CAUTION Because of the reduced ground clearance do not take spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control Fast spinning tires can be dangerous Forces gener ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam age or failure A tire could explode and injure some one Do not spin your vehicle s wheels faster than 30 mph 48 km h for more than 30 seconds continu ously wh
125. cle NOTE Do not use tire chains on a compact spare tire immediately if noise occurs that could indicate chain breakage Remove the damaged parts of the chain before further use Do not exceed 45 mph 70 km h e Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps especially with a loaded vehicle e Install chains on the front wheels as tightly as possible and then retighten after driving about 0 5 mile 0 8 km Continued e Do not drive for prolonged periods of time on dry pavement CAUTION To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires observe the following precautions Use Security Chain Company SCC SCC Z6 low profile or equivalent chains on 185 55R15 tires only Continued A STARTING AND OPERATING 265 CAUTION Continued e Observe the tire chain manufacturer s instructions on the method of installation operating speed and conditions for use Always use the lower suggested operating speed of the chain manufacturer if dif ferent from the speed recommended by the vehicle manufacturer Always use the lower suggested operating speed if the chain manufacturer and vehicle manufacturer suggest different maximum speeds This notice applies to all chain traction devices including link and cable radial chains TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at different loads and perform different steering driving and braking functions For these reasons
126. crews using a T20 driver and separate the backplate from the lamp housing 4 Remove the tail stop or turn signal bulbs by pushing them slightly and turning counter clockwise 5 Remove the backup lamp bulb by pulling straight out 6 Replace lamps as required and reinstall lamp Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL This light is an LED assembly See your authorized studio for replacement Aa MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 FLUID CAPACITIES U S Metric Fuel Approximate 13 1 Gallons 50 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 1 4L Turbo Engine 4 Quarts 3 8 Liters Cooling System 1 4 Liter Turbo Engine MOPAR Antifreeze 6 1 Quarts 5 8 Liters Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula with Manual Transmission 1 4 Liter Turbo Engine MOPARO Antifreeze 6 1 Quarts 5 8 Liters Engine Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula ith Automatic Transmission 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Engine Coolant 1 4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula OAT Organic Additive Technology or equivalent meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 12106 Engine Oil 1 4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use API Certified 5W 40 Full Synthetic Engine Oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 10896 Refer to your engine oil filler cap
127. ctory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubri cant has become contaminated with water NOTE If contaminated with water the fluid should be changed immediately Automatic Transmission If Equipped Selection Of Lubricant It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to ensure optimum transmission performance and life Use only the manufacturer s recommended transmission fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for fluid specifications It is important to maintain the transmission fluid at the correct level using the recommended fluid No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission only the approved lubricant should be used CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turer s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for fluid speci fications 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Special Additives The manufacturer strongly recommends against using any special additives in the transmission Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple mental additives Therefore do not add any fluid addi tives to the transmission The only exception to this policy is the use
128. d Brown Powertrain F08 40 Amp Blower Motor F17 10 Amp Powertrain Orange Red F09 7 5 Amp Transmission F18 5 Amp Powertrain Multi Brown Tan air If Equipped F10 15 Amp Horn F19 7 5 Amp Air Conditioning Blue Brown F11 10 Amp Powertrain F20 30 Amp Rear Defroster Red Green F14 20 Amp Power Outlet 115V F21 15 Amp Fuel Pump Yellow Blue a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 Orange Cavity mk Mini Fuse Description Cavity in Mini Fuse Description F23 20 Amp Anti Lock Brake F84 7 5 Amp Transmission Yellow Valves Brown F24 7 5 Amp Stability Control F85 15 Amp Front Power Brown System Blue Outlet 12V F30 5 Amp After Run Pump F86 15 Amp Rear Power Outlet Tan Blue 12V F81 70 Amp PTC Secondary F88 7 5 Amp Heated Mirrors Tan Tan F82 40 Amp Transmission Orange F83 40 Amp PTC Primary 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Interior Fuses Vehicle The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module Cavity Fuse iin Description BCM and is located on the driver s side under the Number instrument panel 1 F12 7 5 Amp Right Low Beam Brown 2 F32 7 5 Amp Front and Rear Brown Ceiling Lights Trunk and Door Courtesy Lights 3 F53 7 5 Amp Instrument Panel Brown Node 4 F38 20 Amp Central Door Yellow Locking 5 F36 15 Amp Diagnostic Socket Blue Car Radio Climate Fuse Panel Control S
129. d the head restraint should be in the raised position which can be done by pulling upward on the head restraint To raise the head restraints pull upward on the head restraint To lower the head restraints press the push button located at the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 WARNING The head restraints for all occupants must be prop erly adjusted before operating the vehicle or occupy ing a seat Head restraints should never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of an accident Push Buttons 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IE OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD 2 Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the red To open the hood two latches must be released to open Sam iy catch dever to the left and raise the hood The the hood safety catch lever is located under the center front edge of the hood 1 Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel q Safety Catch Lever Hood Release Lever a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 CAUTION To prevent possible damage do not slam the hood to close it Lower the hood until it is open approxi mately 6 in 15 cm and then drop it This should secure both latches Never
130. d to secure child restraints An unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and accidentally lock the seatbelt retractor Before installing a child restraint using the LATCH system buckle the seat belt behind the child restraint and out of the child s reach If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation instead of buckling it behind the child restraint route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it Do not lock the seatbelt Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with them 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In WARNING Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re straint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the child restraint manufacturer s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with either a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR or a cinching latch plate or both Both types of seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip The ALR retractor can be switched into a locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract b
131. depending on the location type and orientation of the obstacle If several obstacles are detected the Rear Park Assist system indicates the nearest obstacle The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corresponds to the maximum height of an obstacle that would clear the underside of the car during the parking maneuver Rear Park Assist Alerts If an obstacle is behind the vehicle when REVERSE gear is engaged an audible alert is activated The tones emitted by the loudspeaker inform the driver that the vehicle is approaching an obstacle The pauses between the tones are directly proportional to the dis tance from the obstacle Pulses emitted in quick succes sion indicate the presence of a very close obstacle A continuous tone indicates that the obstacle is less than 12 in 30 cm away 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ME Audible And Visual Signals Supplied By The Rear Park Assist System SIGNAL MEANING INDICATION Obstacle Distance An obstacle is present Audible signal dashboard loudspeaker within the sensors e Sound pulses emitted at a rate that increases as the field of view distance decreases e Emits continuous tone at 12 in 30 cm e Adjustable volume level Refer to Menu Functions for further information Failure Sensor or System Visual Signal instrument panel failures e Icon appears on display Message is displayed on multifunction display where provided While
132. down a hill These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision CAUTION Towing the vehicle coasting or driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause severe transmission damage Refer to Recreational Towing in Starting And Operating and Towing A Disabled Vehicle in What To Do In Emergencies for further information DRIVE This range should be used for most city and highway driving It provides the smoothest upshifts and down shifts and the best fuel economy The transmission automatically upshifts through all forward gears The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteris tics under all normal operating conditions A STARTING AND OPERATING 221 To maximize fuel economy the Dual Dry Clutch auto matic transmission uses a geartrain arrangement similar to a manual transmission Therefore you should become familiar with some of the normal operational character istics of the DDCT e During low speed driving conditions in first gear vehicle momentum changes may feel exaggerated in response to changes in accelerator pedal position This behavior is normal and is similar to vehicles equipped with a manual transmission At low speeds you may hear mechanical noises similar to a manual transmission as the transmission changes gears These noises are normal and will
133. during hard or pro longed braking resulting in sudden brake failure This could result in a collision Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts causing the brake fluid to catch fire Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Continued 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN WARNING Continued Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing partial or complete brake failure This could result in a collision CAUTION Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall clutch system performance Improper brake fluids may damage the clutch system resulting in loss of clutch function and the ability to shift the transmis sion Manual Transmission If Equipped Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug The fluid level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3 16 in 4 7 mm below the bottom of the hole Add fluid if necessary to maintain the proper level a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 Frequency Of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions the fluid installed at the fa
134. e e directs air flow to windshield and front side window diffusers e activates the heated rear window 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HN e activates the heated windshield for versions markets where provided e displays the fan speed Blower Control Indicator LED lit NOTE The Front Defrost Control MAX DEF function remains on for about three minutes from when the engine coolant reaches the appropriate temperature When the function is activated the LED on the AUTO button switches off With the function activated the only possible manual adjustments are adjusting the fan speed and turning the heated rear window off When the Recirculation Control Rear Defrost Control or AUTO buttons are pressed the climate control system will deactivate the Front Defrost MAX DEF function Selecting the footwell windshield or only windshield dis tribution activates the climate control system compressor LED on A C button on and the air recirculation is set to outside air intake LED on the recirculation button off This logic guarantees optimum visibility at the windows It is however always possible to manage air recirculation and the climate control system compressor manually Rear Window Defrosting Press the Rear Defrost button to activate heated rear window defrosting The effective activation of the function is indicated by the rear defrost warning light on the instrument panel switching ON Th
135. e Light i Fach tire including the spare if provided 1 should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illumi nates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicles handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating
136. e To scroll the menu options upwards or downwards e To increase or decrease values during settings 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE NOTE When opening one of the front doors the EVIC display will turn on the clock the external temperature and the miles or kilometers covered for versions markets where provided for a few seconds Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Setup Menu The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle The menu includes the following functions e Speed Beep e Trip B Data e Dimmer Autoclose e e Units e Language Buzzer Volume e e Daylights D R L e Hill Start e Low Tire Pressure e Exit Menu e Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu Without Submenu Briefly press the MENU button to select the main menu option to set Press the UP A or DOWN V button by single presses to select the new setting Briefly press the MENU button to store the new setting and go back to the main menu option previously selected e Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu With Submenu Briefly press the MENU button to display the first submenu option Press the UP A or DOWN V button by single presses to scroll through all the submenu options Briefly press the MENU button to select the displayed submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu Press the UP AA or DOWN V button by single presses to select the new setting for this submenu option Briefly pre
137. e in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be brake pedal Otherwise damage to the shift lever could result DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range as this can damage the drivetrain seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever The following indicators should be used to ensure that Do not leave the ignition key in or near the vehicle LI you have engaged the shift lever in the PARK position or in a location accessible to children A child could operate power windows other controls or move When shifting into PARK firmly move the shift lever the vehicle all the way forward until it stops and is fully seated Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position With brake pedal released verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK 220 STARTING AND OPERATING HN REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop NEUTRAL Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running The engine may be started in this range Apply the parking brake and shift the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle WARNING Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast
138. e instrument panel cluster will both be blinking until the ignition is turned off In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road you must follow the system reset procedure 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In Customer Action Customer Will See 1 Turn ignition OFF Turn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State 2 Turn ignition ON Left Turn Light is OFF Right Turn Light BLINKS 3 Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON Right Turn Light is ON SOLID Left Turn Light BLINKS 4 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch ON Left Turn Light is ON SOLID Right Turn Light BLINKS 5 Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON Right Turn Light is ON SOLID Left Turn Light BLINKS 6 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch ON Left Turn Light is ON SOLID Right Turn Light is ON SOLID 7 Turn Left Turn Signal Switch OFF Turn Signal Left Turn Light is OFF Right Turn Light is OFF Switch Must be placed in Neutral State 8 Turn ignition OFF System is now reset and the engine may be started 9 Turn Hazard Flashers OFF Manually a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 If a reset procedure step is not completed within 45 sec onds then the turn signal lights will turn off and the reset procedure must be performed again in order to be successful If A Deployment Occurs The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment NOTE In a rollover the pretensio
139. e of debris before connecting the TIREFIT kit You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle tires The kit also comes with two needles located in the Accessory Storage Compartment on the bottom of the air pump for inflating sport balls rafts or similar inflatable items However use only the Air Pump Hose 7 and make sure the Mode Select Knob 5 is in the Air Mode when inflating such items to avoid injecting sealant into them The TIREFIT Sealant is only in tended to seal punctures less than Y in 6 mm diameter in the tread of your vehicle Do not lift or carry the TIREFIT kit by the hoses a WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 287 WARNING Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the TIREFIT kit Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately 1 4 in 6 mm or larger If the tire has any sidewall damage If the tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire If the wheel has any damage If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel Continued WARNING Continued Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat source e A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the
140. e started NOTE The heater only operates if the outside tempera ture and engine coolant temperature are low The heater will not activate if the battery voltage is too low STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS B STARTING PROCEDURES 60 xoccviraa a 209 M MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED 212 Manual Transmission If Equipped 209 DOWNSEHIETING 4 35 ace date a ES woe mes 213 Automatic Transmission If Equipped 209 Bl AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Normal Starting 6 6 0 0 ess 209 PEE a a AE Cold Weather Operation 210 BS Fa ae Rene QUERI ere es Extended Park Starting 210 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 216 If Engine Fails To Start isses 211 Six Speed Automatic Transmission 216 After Starting cies page eer Tap Home pep q east eee D Turbo Charger Cool Down isses 211 B AUTOSTICKO IF EQUIPPED 240504 sa04 227 Operativo iaa ee as a ae a 227 206 STARTING AND OPERATING HN ll DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES 229 Traction Control System TCS 237 Acceleration saos ew need ee CAREY PES 229 Hill Start Assist HSA 5 238 TACO as aria adr a canada 229 DYNAMIC STEERING TORQUE 239 ll DRIVING THR
141. e system maintains comfort inside the passenger com partment and compensates for possible variations in external climate conditions The climate control system can recognize extremely cold or extremely hot conditions in the passenger compart ment and consequently provide optimal management of the system s capabilities NOTE The reference temperature is 71 6 F 22 C for optimal comfort management The automatically controlled parameters and functions are e air temperature at the driver front passenger side vents e fan speed continuous variation of the air flow compressor engagement for cooling dehumidifying the air e air recirculation All these functions can be adjusted manually by operat ing the system selecting one or more functions and modifying their parameters Automatic control of the functions will be suspended the system will only override the settings for safety reasons Manual selections always take priority over automatic ones and are stored until the AUTO button is pressed or the system itself intervenes for specific safety reasons 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE The amount of air introduced into the passenger com partment is not affected by car speed it is regulated by the fan which is controlled electronically The air temperature is always automatically controlled according to the temperature set on the display except for when the system is off or in certain conditions w
142. e the passenger compartment Rotating the dial to the left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while rotating to the right into the red area indicates warmer temperatures 2 Recirculation Control Push this control button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke odors dust or high humidity are present NOTE Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur Extended use of this mode is not recommended The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on the inside because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle Select the outside air position for maximum defogging e Recirculation can be used in all modes except for Defrost e The A C can be deselected manually without disturb ing the mode control selection 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE 3 Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ventilation system in any mode The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the 0 OFF position There are four blower speeds 4 AIC Button Press this button to engage the Air Conditioning A light will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is engaged MAX A C For maximum cooling use the A C and recirculation modes at the same time
143. e used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability STARTING AND OPERATING 269 e The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte Base System nance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim Light mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver Module IN This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the instrument cluster e Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle regularly 5 and to maintain the proper pressure The TPMS consists of the following components Receiver Module Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light 270 STARTING AND OPERATING HN Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Moni
144. ecide to look under the hood yourself see Maintaining Your Vehicle Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph 12 Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition The engine coolant temperature indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold If the light turns on while driving safely pull over and stop the vehicle If the A C system is on turn it off Also shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle If the temperature reading does not return to normal turn the engine off immediately and call for service Refer to If Your Engine Overheats in What To Do In Emergencies for further information 13 High Beam Indicator E This light indicates that the headlights are on high beam Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam 14 Park Headlight ON Indicator Follow Me Home Headlight Delay Indicator If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on If the Follow Me Home feature is activated this indicator will illuminate and the Electronic Vehicle Infor mation Center EVIC will show how long the function remains active For further information refer to Follow Me Home in Understanding The Features of Your Vehicle D 07 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 15 Generi
145. ed on the outer side of the seat A Power Lumbar Switch B Heated Seat Switch 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE Once a heat setting is selected heat will be felt REAR SEATS within two to five minutes Rear Seats Forward Rearward Adjustment WARNING The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats near the floor e Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaus tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater It may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion This may cause the seat heater to overheat Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface tempera ture of the seat Adjusting Bar a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 While sitting in the seat lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward Release the bar once the desired position is reached Then using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched WARNING e Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious inj
146. eed NOTE There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition e If your air conditioner A C is on turn it off The A C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A C off can help remove this heat e You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat the mode control to floor and the blower control to high This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system 284 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN CAUTION Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle If the pointer rises to the H red mark the instrument cluster will sound a chime When safe pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at idle Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H red mark for more than a minute turn the engine off immediately and call for service WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood Continued WARNING Continued do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot TIREFIT KIT Small punctures up to 4 6 mm in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT Foreign objects e g screws or
147. eleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered wet or other slip pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to the right or left This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the front driving wheels WARNING Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front wheels You could lose control of the vehicle and possibly have a collision Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction ice snow wet mud loose sand etc Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface This is hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability To reduce this possibility the following precautions should be observed 1 Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are slushy 2 Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop 230 STARTING AND OPERATING In DRIVING THROUGH WATER Shallow Standing Water Driving through water more than a few inches centi Although your vehicle is capable of driving through meters deep will require extra cautio
148. en 8 Rotate the glove compartment door back into position Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points including such items as seat tracks door hinge pivot points and rollers liftgate tailgate sliding doors and hood hinges should be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease such as MOPARO Spray White Lube to assure quiet easy operation and to protect against rust and wear Prior to the application of any lubricant the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed Particular attention should also be given to hood latching components to ensure proper function When performing other underhood services the hood latch release mecha nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year preferably in the Fall and Spring Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPARO Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner This will remove accumulations of salt waxes or road film and help reduce streaking and smearing Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
149. en you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the compact spare installed Damage to the vehicle may result STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves ney wl appends Pande wien He ead cepi to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1 16 in 2 mm When the tread is worn to the land tread wear indicators the tire should be replaced Refer to P replacement tires in this section for further information Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to e Driving style 5 e Tire pressure e Distance driven e Performance tires tires with a speed rating of V or 055007576 higher and summer tires typically have a reduced tread life Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main a pe tenance schedule is highly recommended 2 New Tire 262 STARTING AND OPERATING HN WARNING Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless of the remaining tread Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure You could lose control and have a collision resulting in serious injury or death Keep dismounted tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Protect tires f
150. ent the windows from misting up In this case if the system is capable of maintaining the required temperature the AUTO LED does not switch off The temperatures will flash seven times and the AUTO LED will switch off if the required temperature cannot be maintained A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 To restore automatic control of compressor engagement press the A C Control button again or press the AUTO button With compressor off e if the outside temperature is higher than the set one the climate control system will not be able to satisfy the request e The fan speed can be reset manually With the compressor on and the engine running manual ventilation cannot be lower than the minimum speed only one LED lit NOTE With the compressor off air cannot be introduced to the passenger compartment with a temperature lower than the outside temperature Moreover under certain environmental conditions windows could mist rapidly since the air is not dehumidified Rapid Window Demisting MAX DEF function Press the MAX DEF button to activate LED on button on the windshield and side window demisting function The climate control system carries out the following operations switches on the air conditioning compressor when environmental conditions are suitable e switches air recirculation off e sets maximum air temperature HI in both zones e sets fan speed according to the engine coolant temperatur
151. ental Driver Side Knee Air Bag Knee Impact Bolster Driver Advanced Front Air Bag Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag e Supplemental Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB e Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABIC e Front and Side Impact Sensors Front Seat Belt Pretensioners Seat Belt Buckle Switch and Seat Track Position Sensors NOTE Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open during air bag deployment e After any collision the vehicle should be taken to an authorized studio immediately 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IE Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING Continued The Advanced Front Air Bag system provides output 4 Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers appropriate to the severity and type of collision as or attempt to open them manually You may damage determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller ORC the air bags and you could be injured because the air which may receive information from the front impact bags may no longer be functional The protective sensors WARNING e No objects should be placed over or near the air bag covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating Do not drill cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way e Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights stereos citizen band radios etc on the instrument panel because any
152. epair requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by an experienced technician MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 A C Air Filter 4 Disengage the retaining tabs that secure the air filter WARNING access door to the HVAC housing 7 Do not remove the A C air filter while the blower is Nf SN n ia operating or personal injury may result 5 a ili DY 2 The A C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind d p AC the glove box Perform the following procedure to re s e PCD LE e place the filter pra 1 Open the glove compartment and remove all contents EE L VERI A Y Lj pla 2 Push in on the sides of the glove compartment and lower the door 3 Pivot the glove compartment downward 324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5 Open the air filter access door AS cS D j lr ME A gt PAY a 4 6 Remove the particulate air filters from the HVAC air inlet housing Pull the filter elements straight out of the housing ZA A D IET BS K ANA g L 7 Install the A C air filter with the air filter position indicators pointing in the same direction as removal A MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 CAUTION The A C air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace it more oft
153. er Anchors and Tether for Children LATCH feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems For more information on LATCH refer to LATCH Child Seat Anchorage System Lower Anchors and Tether for Children 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE II Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag 1 Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat WARNING Infants in rear facing child restraints should never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger Advanced Front Air Bag An air bag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly see section on Child Restraints should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt positioning booster seats Older children who do not use child restraints or belt positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly 2 All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly 3 The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front Air Bags room to inflate 4 Do not lean against the
154. er button will make the radio switch between the various modes available AM FM SAT AUX Media Player etc and can also be used to select enter an item while scrolling through menu The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in The following describes the left hand control operation in each mode a UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 Radio Operation Pressing the top of the switch will Seek up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will Seek down for the next listenable station The button located in the center of the left hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro grammed in the radio preset pushbutton Player Operation Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the Player Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep a CD DVD in good condition take the following precautions 1 Handle the disc by its edge avoid touching the surface 2 If the disc is stained clean the surface with a soft cloth wiping from center to
155. erating for further information Moving the shift lever downward or upward while in the AutoStick position next to the Drive position will manually select the trans mission gear and will display the current gear in the instrument cluster as 6 5 4 3 2 1 Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range NOTE After selecting any gear range wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating This is especially important when the engine is cold PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission The engine can be started in this range Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range When parking on a level surface you may place the shift lever in PARK first and then apply the parking brake 218 STARTING AND OPERATING HN When parking on a hill apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK As an added precau tion turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade WARNING e Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle move ment and possible injury or damage Yo
156. eration If replacement is ever necessary install ONLY the correct type thermostat Other designs may result in unsatisfactory engine coolant antifreeze performance poor gas mileage and increased emissions 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Brake System In order to assure brake system performance all brake system components should be inspected periodically Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake temperatures excessive lining wear and possible brake damage Riding the brakes may also reduce braking capacity in an emergency Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services or immediately if the Brake Warning Light is on Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap If necessary add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reservoir Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear The brake fluid level should be checked when the pads are replaced However low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a manual trans mission the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to both the brake system
157. ess the switch to the left to turn on the left light Map Reading Light Switches CAUTION Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the switch is in the center position or that the lights are off to avoid draining the battery UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Interior Light Timing Center Position There are four different modes of operation that can be activated in this position e e When one door is opened a 3 minute timer is activated When the key is removed from the ignition within two minutes of the ignition being turned off a 10 second timer is activated When the doors are unlocked with Key Fob a 10 second timer is activated When the doors are locked with the Key Fob the lights will turn off Interior Light Timing On Right Position o When all doors are closed a 15 minute timer is activated NOTE The timer is deactivated when the key is moved into the ON RUN position 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MN WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column NOTE The windshield wipers washers will only oper ate with the ignition in the ON RUN position Front Windshield Wiper Operation There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers The windshield wiper lever can be raised or lowered to access these modes Windshield Wiper Lever Windshield Wiper O
158. eter in inches in 215 Section width in millimeters mm 246 STARTING AND OPERATING HN EXAMPLE 65 Aspect ratio in percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section width in inches in R Construction code R means radial construction D means diagonal or bias construction 15 Rim diameter in inches in Service Description 95 Load Index A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H Speed Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions i e tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits A STARTING AND OPERATING 247 EXAMPLE Load Identification blank Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL tire Extra Load XL Extra load or reinforced tire Light Load LL Light load tire C D E E G Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry this tire Maximum Pressure Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for ON
159. fety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks Inspect sidewalls for cuts cracks and bulges Check the wheel bolts for tightness Check the tires including spare for proper cold inflation pressure Lights Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door Latches Check for positive closing latching and locking Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel engine coolant oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected the cause should be located and corrected immediately UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS E MIRRORS Sarco needs hob eda 85 REAR SEATS RP 96 mmm Inside Day Night Mirror o o o 85 HEAD RESTRAINTS 000 101 Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped 86 M OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD 104 Conversation Mirror If Equipped OF M LIGHTS isse dO A Son 106 Power Mirrors leen 88 Multifunction LevVer o o o ooo o ooo
160. ff This is the normal position of the wiper lever a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Low Speed Front Windshield Washer Operation Push the lever downward to the second detent The wipers Pull the windshield wiper washer lever toward the will operate at low speed steering wheel to activate the washers The wipers will High Speed activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released Push the lever downward to the third detent The wipers will operate at high speed Manual High Speed Mist Push the lever upward from the off position The wipers will operate at high speed to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle This operation will continue until the lever is released When the lever is released the wipers will return to the off position and automatically shut off Front Windshield Washer Operation 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE In CAUTION e Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off In cold weather always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the Park posi tion before turning off the engine If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield w
161. fill 332 Inspection 6 045445 ee eb ee masasi s 336 Points to Remember o oooooocooo ooo 335 Pressure Cap segue ke e Re ea s 335 Selection of Coolant Antifreeze 333 Corrosion Protections esere tenerte rar ERER 343 Cruise Lights rui ce swat RR aii n 155 Cupholders voii a 143 Customer Assistance ooo o 372 Data Recorder Event o oo o ooo 56 Daytime Running Lights 107 Deck Lid Emergency Release o o o ooooo o 27 Defroster Windshield 78 Diagnostic System Onboard 314 Dipsticks Automatic Transmission 342 Disposal Antifreeze Engine Coolant 336 Door Locks 4k he ae doe x ee ee WO CRUS 20 Door Opener Garage esce ee rA s 129 Downshifting exces ape Rea reda da 213 A INDEX 385 Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Water i4 bte ori ri dee 230 Electric Remote Mirrors oooo oooooo ooo 88 Electronic Brake Control SysteM 236 Brake Assist System oooo ooooooooo o 236 Electronic Roll Mitigation ERM 243 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Control 117 Electronic Stability Control ESC 239 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 126 Emergency Deck Lid Release 27 Emergency In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher 283 Jacki sse Re RR
162. flat towed at any legal highway speed for any distance if the manual transmis sion is in NEUTRAL CAUTION DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission Damage to the drivetrain will result If these vehicles require towing make sure all drive wheels are OFF the ground 280 STARTING AND OPERATING HN NOTE This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are OFF the ground 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 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ll HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS 283 B IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS 222 283 BL TIBEHT RIT aues yd exu o aber Y ERES 284 TIREELT Storage scaricare 285 TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 285 TIREFIT Usage Precautions 286 Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT 288 ll JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING IE EQUIPPED isum eR RRPSRRER IEEE 294 Jack Location aai dnd ees due CR Rec 294 Spare Tire Removal ooo ooooooo 295 Preparations For Jacking 296 Jacking Instructions oooooooo o o Spare Tire Stowage ooooooooo ooo Bl JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE Preparations For Jump Start Jump S
163. for replacement The quality of replacement filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR engine oil filters are high quality oil filters and are recommended Engine Air Cleaner Filter Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance intervals WARNING The air induction system air cleaner hoses etc can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire Do not remove the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air induction system air cleaner hoses etc removed Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended 320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Maintenance Free Battery WARNING Continued Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep You will never have to add water nor is periodic main flame or sparks away from the battery Do not use tenance required a booster battery or any other booster source with MARNE an output greater than 1
164. fore exiting a vehicle always apply the number of reasons A child or others could be parking brake shift the transmission into PARK seriously or fatally injured Children should be turn the engine OFF and remove the ignition key warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal Once the key is removed the shift lever is locked in or the shift lever PARK securing the vehicle against unwanted Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or movement in a location accessible to children or in a location When leaving the vehicle always remove the igni accessible to children A child could operate power tion key and lock your vehicle windows other controls or move the vehicle Continued 216 STARTING AND OPERATING HN Key Ignition Park Interlock This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the OFF position The key can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the OFF position and once removed the shift lever is locked in PARK Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System BTSI that holds the shift lever in PARK unless the brakes are applied To move the shift lever out of PARK the ignition switch must be turned to the ON RUN position engine running or not then press the brake pedal and the shifter release but
165. g 16 Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key Customer Key Programming If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter contact your authorized studio for details 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In Request For Additional Remote Controls The system can recognize up to 8 remote controls Should a new remote control be necessary go to an authorized studio taking an ID document and the car ownership documents General Information This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause unde sired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance check for these two conditions 1 Weak battery in RKE transmitter The expected life of the battery is from one to two years 2 Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower airport transmitter and some mobile or CB radios DOOR LOCKS Press the central LOCK UNLOCK button The button has an LED that indicates whether the doors are locked or unlocked e LED ON doors locked Pressing the central LOCK UNLOCK bu
166. g abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish CAUTION Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder that will scratch metal and painted surfaces Use of power washers exceeding 1 200 psi 8 274 kPa can result in damage or removal of paint and decals If the engine compartment is washed with an high pressure jet keep it at a distance of at least 8 inches 20 centimeters from filler surface Special Care e If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean hose off the undercarriage at least once a month e It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and open Aa MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 e e e If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint touch them up immediately The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause that destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner 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
167. gnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams charts and detailed illustrations These practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled vehicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step troubleshoot ing and drivability procedures proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment Owner s Manuals These Owner s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac quaint you with specific FIAT Group Automobiles vehicles Included are starting operating emergency and maintenance procedures as well as specifications capabilities and safety tips e Call toll free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or e Visit us on the Worldwide Web at www techauthority com DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration The specific grade rating assigned by the tire s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades 378 Treadwear The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course
168. hat may cause unde sired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unau thorized operation While the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed interior switches for door locks and liftgate release are disabled If something triggers the alarm the Vehicle Security Alarm will provide the following au dible and visible signals the horn will pulse the park lamps and or turn signals will flash and the Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash To Arm The System 1 Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle 2 Lock the door using either the Central Lock Unlock switch or the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter and close all doors 3 The horn will sound and the Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for approxi mately 16 seconds This shows that the Vehicle Secu rity Alarm is arming During this period if a door is opened the ignition switch is turned to ON RUN or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm After approximately 16 seconds the Vehicle Security Light will flash slowly This sho
169. hat the engine will not be overbur dened 214 STARTING AND OPERATING Ha AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED NOTE You must press and hold the brake pedal while shifting out of PARK CAUTION WARNING Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow ing precautions are not observed e Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop e Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed Do not shift between PARK REVERSE NEUTRAL or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed Before shifting into any gear make sure your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal e Itis dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Continued A STARTING AND OPERATING 215 WARNING Continued WARNING Continued Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure e Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running Be
170. hear a click Automatic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The Automatic Locking Mode is avail able on all passenger seating positions with a combi nation lap shoulder belt Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child safety seat is installed in a seating position that has a belt with this feature Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode 1 Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted 3 Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING e The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor ALR feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual e Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could i
171. hen the compressor is not running The system allows the following to be set or adjusted manually e driver passenger side air temperature e fan speed continuous variation air distribution to seven positions compressor enablement e rapid defrosting demisting function e air recirculation e heated rear window e system deactivation NOTE The climate control system detects the passenger compartment temperature using a mean radiant tem perature sensor located in the interior rear view mirror and protected by a specific cover Obstructing the field of view of this sensor with any object could cause the climate control system to operate with less than optimal efficiency Switching On the Climate Control System The climate control system can be switched on in differ ent ways it is advisable to press the AUTO button and turn the knobs to set the desired temperatures A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 In this way the system operates completely automatically to adjust the temperature quantity and distribution of the air introduced into the passenger compartment It also manages the air recirculation function and the acti vation of the air conditioning compressor During automatic operation you can change the set temperatures air distribution and fan speed at any time by using the relevant buttons or knobs the system will automatically change the settings to adjust to the new requirements D
172. here may be a light that blinks when the garage door opener device is in the LEARN TRAIN mode NOTE You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the LEARN button has been pressed 6 Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink button twice holding the button for two seconds each time If the garage door opener device activates programming is complete NOTE If the garage door opener device does not acti vate press the button a third time for two seconds to complete the training To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons repeat each step for each remaining button DO NOT erase the channels Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained follow these steps 1 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position 2 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not release the button 3 Without releasing the button proceed with Program ming A Rolling Code Step 2 and follow all remaining steps A UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Programming A Non Rolling Code For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured before 1995 1 2 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position Place the hand held transmitter 1 to 3 in 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view 5 Press and hold the
173. hout MMT be used in your vehicle The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump therefore you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline Materials Added To Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and they would result in additional cost Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle s performance e The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor mance and damage the emissions control system Continued A STARTING AND OPERATING 275 CAUTION Continued e An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser vice Contact your authorized studio for service assistance The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor mance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives i
174. ight es If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving it indicates that the Anti Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required However the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on This light monitors the Anti Lock Brake System ABS The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds If the ABS light is on the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti Lock brakes If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON RUN position have the light inspected by an authorized studio 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE 29 Power Steering System Warning This light is used to manage the electrical e warning of the EPS Power Steering System When the ignition is turned to the ON RUN position the warning light will illuminate mo mentarily If the warning light stays on cycle the ignition to the OFF position and back to ON RUN If the warning light stays on contact your authorized Fiat Studio If the warning light switches on while driving you may not have steering assistance Although it will still be possible to steer the car the effort needed to operate the steering wheel could be increased contact an authorized Fiat Studio as soon as possible Refer to Power Steering in
175. ight will turn off If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the Air Bag Warning Light either momentarily or continuously A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial startup It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is noted that could affect the air bag system The diagnos tics also record the nature of the malfunction 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE II WARNING Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru ment panel could mean you won t have the air bags to protect you in a collision If the light does not come on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on stays on after you start the vehicle or if it comes on as you drive have an authorized studio service the air bag system immediately Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Inflator Units The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and on the right side of the instrument panel When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad vanced Front Air Bags it signals the inflator units A large quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the Advanced Front Air Bags Different air bag inflation rates are possible based on several factors including the collision type and severity The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of
176. ild and others could be site for additional information http www tc gc ca badly injured Any child riding m dE eng roadsafety safedrivers childsafety index 53 htm Should be m a proper restraunt tor the child s aize a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size Height Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or younger and who have not reached the height or weight limits of their child restraint Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Restraint facing rearward in the rear seat of the vehicle Small Children Children who are at least two years old or who have out grown the height or weight limit of their rear facing child restraint Forward Facing Child Restraint with a five point Harness facing forward in the rear seat of the vehicle Larger Children Children who have out grown their forward facing child restraint but are too small to properly fit the vehicle s seat belt Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the vehicle seat belt seated in the rear seat of the vehicle Children Too Large for Child Restraints Children 12 years old or younger who have out grown the height or weight limit of their booster seat Vehicle Seat Belt seated in the rear seat of the vehicle 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE II Inf
177. ill result in the oil level at the full end of the indicator range a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 CAUTION Do not overfill the engine with oil Overfilling the engine with oil will cause oil aeration which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil temperature This loss of oil pressure and increased oil temperature could damage your engine Change Engine Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for further informa tion NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change inter vals exceed 10 000 miles 16 000 km or twelve months whichever occurs first Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection for tur bocharged engines under all types of operating condi tions the manufacturer recommends synthetic engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 10896 American Petroleum Institute API Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API The manufacturer only recommends API Certified engine oils 318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Engine Oil Viscosity 1 4L Turbo SAE Grade S
178. in oxygenates and are specifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso lines Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components Gasoline Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxygen ates such as 10 Ethanol MTBE and ETBE Oxygenates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle CAUTION Do not use gasoline containing Methanol or E 85 Ethanol Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system components Problems that result from using methanol gasoline blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol it does not have the negative effects of Methanol 274 STARTING AND OPERATING HN MMT In Gasoline MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane Gasoline blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and reduces emissions system performance in some vehicles The manufacturer recommends that gasoline wit
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180. information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times including babies and children Every state in the United States and every Canadian province requires that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt Always check the child seat Owner s Manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your child 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IM Before buying any restraint system make sure that it WARNING has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards You should also make sure that you can install In a collision an unrestrained child can become a it in the vehicle where you will use it projectile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so NOTE For additional information refer to wwwseatcheck org or call 1 866 SEATCHECK Cana 8teat that you could not hold the child no matter dian residents should refer to Transport Canada s web how strong YOU are The ch
181. injury in a collision The belt forces won t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones but across your abdomen Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug e A twisted belt may not protect you properly In a collision it could even cut into you Be sure the belt is straight If you can t straighten a belt in your vehicle take it to your authorized studio immedi ately and have it fixed 5 Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retrac tor will withdraw any slack in the belt 6 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi tion If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays or loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged bent retractor torn webbing etc a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap shoulder belt 1 Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point 2 At about 6 to 12 in 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate g
182. ion lever towards the steering wheel to turn on the high beams Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel to turn off the high beams 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE II Flash To Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer ing wheel This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released Parking Lights To turn on the parking lights remove the key p 02 or turn the ignition to OFF LOCK position and turn on the headlights Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights NOTE If either light remains on and does not flash or there is a very fast flash rate check for a defective outside light bulb If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once without moving beyond the detent and the turn signal right or left will flash five times then automatically turn off Follow Me Home Headlight Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for a preset period of time Activation Remove the key or turn the ignition to the OFF LOCK position and pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel within
183. ior door handles and the door locking unlocking button It prevents the opening of the doors from inside the passenger compartment serving as an obstacle to break in attempts e g broken window We recommend that you activate the Safe Lock device each time you park your car Safe Lock Device Location THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Activating The Safe Lock Device The Safe Lock device is enabled on all the doors by quickly double pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter The direction indicators flash three times and the LED above the button flashes to indicate that the Safe Lock device has been activated If one or more of the doors are not closed correctly the Safe Lock device will not acti vate preventing a person from getting stuck inside the passenger compartment by entering the car through and then closing the open door Deactivating The Safe Lock Device The Safe Lock device deactivates automatically carrying out the door unlocking operation pressing the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter by turning the ignition key to the MAR position 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ME REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate from distances up to approximately 66 ft 20 m using a hand held Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmit ter The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system 0
184. iper blades from returning to the off position If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position damage to the wiper motor may occur Rear Window Wiper Washer Activation Rotate the windshield wiper lever center ring upwards to operate the rear window wiper as follows e in intermittent mode when the rear window wiper is not operating in synchronous mode at half the speed of the rear window wiper when the rear window wiper is Operating e in continuous mode with reverse engaged With the windshield wipers on and reverse gear engaged rear window wiping will be continuous in the same way a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Rear Window Wiper Operation Rear Window Washer Operation Pushing the windshield wiper lever forward activates the Deactivation rear window washer Keep the windshield wiper lever pushed for more than half a second to activate the rear window wiper as well Releasing the windshield wiper lever will activate the smart washing function as de scribed for the windscreen wiper The function stops when the windshield wiper lever is released 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IN TILT TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column The tilt telescoping control handle is located on the steering column below the turn
185. is function switches OFF automatically after about 20 minutes or when the engine is turned OFF It is not switched on automatically the next time the engine is started A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 For versions markets where provided press the Rear Defrost button to activate defrosting of door mirrors and heated nozzles for versions markets where provided NOTE Do not affix stickers to the inside of the heated rear window over the heating filaments to avoid damage that might cause them to stop working properly Switching Off The Climate Control System Press the On Off button With climate control system off e air recirculation is on thus isolating the passenger compartment from the outside e the compressor is off e the fan is off e the heated rear window can be activated deactivated NOTE The climate control system control unit stores the temperatures set before the system was switched off and restores them when any button of the system is pressed except for the A C Control button To restart the climate control system in fully automatic mode press the AUTO button Additional Heater If Equipped This allows the passenger compartment to be heated more quickly in cold weather conditions The heater switches off automatically when the required comfort conditions are achieved The additional heater activates automatically depending on the environmental conditions and with engin
186. is less than 22 F 30 C and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not been used The Glow Plug 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE light will flash during in cold weather for up to 10 sec onds An externally powered electric engine block heater is available as optional equipment or from your autho rized studio The message Plug In Engine Heater will be displayed in the instrument cluster when the ambient temperature is below 5 F 15 C at the time the engine is shut off as a reminder to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start 25 Odometer Trip Odometer Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Display Area This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven U S Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced the repair technician should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the repair or service If s he cannot do so then the odometer must be set at zero and a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was before the repair or service It is a good idea for you to make a record of the odometer reading before the repair service so that you can be sure that it is properly reset or that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer must be
187. is possible to set one of the seven possible air distributions manually e Up Arrow Air flow to the windshield and front side window diffusers to defrost them Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting When the defrost mode is selected the blower will automatically default to medium high Right Arrow Air flow at central and side dashboard vents to ventilate the chest and the face during the hot season Down Arrow Air flow to the front and rear footwell diffusers This air distribution setting heats the passen ger compartment most quickly giving a prompt sen sation of warmth Right Down Arrows Air flow distributed between footwell diffusers hotter air and central and side dashboard vents cooler air This distribution setting is useful in spring and autumn on sunny days a UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 e Up Down Arrows Air flow distributed between footwell diffusers and windshield and front side win dow defrosting diffusers This distribution setting al lows the passenger compartment to be warmed effec tively and prevents the windows from misting e Up Right Arrows Air flow distribution between windshield defrosting diffusers and side and central dashboard vents This allows air to be sent to the windshield in conditions of strong sunlight e Up Right Down Arrows Air flow distribution to all diffusers on the car NOTE Air
188. ivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires Use snow tires only in sets of four failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle A STARTING AND OPERATING 259 Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph 120 km h For speeds above 75 mph 120 km h refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pressures While studded tires improve performance on ice skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non studded tires Some states pro hibit studded tires therefore local laws should be checked before using these tire types Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and wheel equivalent in look and function to the original equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for your vehicle If your vehicle has this option refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation pattern Compact Spare Tire The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with radial tires It is engineered to be used on your style vehicle only Since this tire has limited tread life the original tire should be repaired or repla
189. ke your vehicle to a competent mechanic e Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident M A l N T E N A N c E S e H E D U L E S 8 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ll SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE MW WARRANTY INFORMATION 375 POR YOUR BUDE assise dataa s aan Bra E REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 375 Prepare For The Appointment 372 la The 50 United States And Prepare A List c ch nsveeues Crean 372 Washington DC esses ces ee eso rh ms 375 Be Reasonable With Requests 372 In Canada noaua unanou rannan 376 B IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE 372 E PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 376 FIAT Customer Center sese 373 W DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES 377 O Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Treadwear 378 Speech Impaired TDD TIY Te ie E Traction Grades lisse ooo 378 Service Contract 0 0 0 0 0 ce eee 374 Temperature Grades oo oooo oo oo 379 372 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HN SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you are having warranty work done be sure to have the right papers with you Take you
190. lded into the tire sidewall Refer to Tires General Information in Starting and Operating for information on how to properly inflate the vehicle s tires The tire pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pressure A STARTING AND OPERATING 267 The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for any reason including low temperature effects or natural pressure loss through the tire The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure as long as the condition exists and will not turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended cold tire pressure on the placard Once the low tire pressure warning Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light illuminates you must increase the tire pressure to the recommended cold tire pressure in order for the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to turn off The system will automatically update and the Tire Pressure Monitor ing Telltale Light will turn off once the system receives the updated tire pressures The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information For example your vehicle may have a recommended cold parked for more than three hours tire pressure of 30 psi 207 kPa If the ambient temperature is 68 F 20 C and the measured tire
191. lies to children The side curtain air bag is about 3 1 2 in 9 cm thick when it is inflated Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed Front And Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts impact sensors can aid the ORC in determining appropriate response to impact events a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment if the communication network remains intact and the power remains intact depending on the nature of the event the ORC will determine whether to have the Enhanced Acci dent Response System perform the following functions Cut off fuel to the engine e Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is turned off e Turn on the interior lights which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed Unlock the doors automatically After the event occurs when the system is active the message Fuel Cutoff See Handbook is displayed Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on the ground near the engine com partment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting the engine System Reset Procedure After an impact causing air bag deployment the left and right turn signal lights located in th
192. ll as inspected for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pressure Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated 256 STARTING AND OPERATING HN CAUTION After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al ways reinstall the valve stem cap This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the valve stem Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after a three hour period The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure molded into the tire sidewall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 E 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature 68 F 20 C and the outside temperature 32 F 0 C then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi 21 kPa which equals 1 psi 7 kPa for every 12 F 7 C for this
193. llision Based on the severity and type of collision the side air bag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be triggered releasing a quantity of non toxic gas The inflating SAB exits through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door The SAB fully inflate in about 10 milliseconds The side air bag moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates This especially applies to children 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC Inflator Units During collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the vehicle the ORC may deploy the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain SABIC depending on the severity and type of collision In these events the ORC will deploy the SABIC only on the impact side of the vehicle A quantity of non toxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain air bag The inflating side curtain air bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window The air bag inflates in about 30 mil liseconds about one quarter of the time that it takes to blink your eyes with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly or if items are positioned in the area where the side curtain air bag inflates This especially app
194. located in the instrument cluster It features a driver interactive display displays informa tion such as trip information range fuel consumption average speed and travel time Trip Button The TRIP button located on the right steering column stalk can be used to display and to reset the previously described values e A short button press displays the different values A long button press resets the system and then starts a new trip A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 New Trip To reset e Press and hold the TRIP button to reset the system manually e When the Trip distance reaches 9999 9 miles or kilometers or when the Travel time reaches 999 59 99 hours and 59 minutes the system is reset automatically e Disconnecting Reconnecting the battery resets the system NOTE If the reset operation occurs in the presence of the screens concerning Trip A or Trip B only the infor mation associated with Trip A or Trip B functions will be reset Start Of Trip Procedure With the ignition on press and hold the TRIP button for over one second to reset Exit Trip To exit the Trip function wait until all the values have been displayed or hold the SET ESC button for longer than one second Briefly press the SET ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the SET ESC approximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing settings 172 UNDERSTANDIN
195. loths In washing stations clean sensors quickly keeping the vapor jet high pressure washing nozzles at least 4 in 10 cm from the sensors Do not scratch or poke the sensors Otherwise you could damage the sensors Park Assist System Usage Precautions NOTE e Ensure that the outer surface and the underside of the rear bumper is clean and clear of snow ice mud dirt or other obstruction to keep the Rear Park Assist system operating properly Jackhammers large trucks and other vibrations could affect the performance of Rear Park Assist 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IE e Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors regularly taking CAUTION care not to scratch or damage them The sensors must not be covered with ice snow slush mud dirt or e Rear Park Assist is only a parking aid and it is debris Failure to do so can result in the system not unable to recognize every obstacle including small working properly The Rear Park Assist system might obstacles Parking curbs might be temporarily de not detect an obstacle behind the fascia bumper or it tected or not detected at all Obstacles located could provide a false indication that an obstacle is above or below the sensors will not be detected behind the fascia bumper when they are in close proximity The vehicle must be driven slowly when using Rear Park Assist in order to be able to stop in time when an obstacle is detected It is recommended that the dri
196. low is not available due to a Allow the engine to idle briefly with the transmission p B fault condition See your in PARK in order to warm the fluid Normal operation gt s ee e authorized studio for diag will resume once the transmission oil is sufficiently 5m nosis and service warm Messages will be displayed in the instrument cluster to alert the driver when certain unusual conditions occur These messages are described below STARTING AND OPERATING 223 AAA a MESSAGE DESCRIPTION MESSAGE DESCRIPTION SHIFT NOT The gear position requested SHIFT TO The transmission has shifted ALLOWED by the driver is currently NEUTRAL itself into NEUTRAL due blocked This occurs if THEN D or R to a fault condition or over heat due to excessive idling when stopped in DRIVE with the brakes released but the shift lever remains in gear Shift into NEU TRAL and then back into gear for continued driving If the transmission will not re engage see your autho rized studio NEUTRAL is requested while moving with the throttle opened if REVERSE is requested while moving at 6 mph 10 km h or faster if DRIVE is requested while moving backwards at 6 mph 10 km h or faster or if 3rd gear or higher is requested at a stop Make sure the vehicle is stopped before engaging DRIVE or REVERSE 224 STARTING AND OPERATING HN MESSAGE DESCRIPTION MESSAGE D
197. ls or wheel housings A STARTING AND OPERATING 271 4 Using tire chains on the vehicle 4 This occurs for each subsequent ignition key cycle a 5 Using wheels tires not equipped with TPM sensors E oo e Ties ure OO NOTE Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare wheel and tire assembly 1 The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor Therefore the TPMS will not moni tor the tire pressure in the compact spare tire If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low pressure warn ing limit upon the next ignition key cycle a chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will still turn ON due to the low tire However after driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFE as long as no tire pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h in order for the TPMS to receive this information
198. ly press the MENU button MPH km h then Off will flash on the display according to previous setting Press the UP A or DOWN Y button to select display deactivation Off MPH or km h Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen Trip B Data Trip B On Through this option it is possible to activate On or deactivate Off the Trip B partial trip display For further information see Trip Computer For activation deactivation proceed as follows 1 2 Briefly press the MENU button On or Off will flash on the display according to previous setting Press the UP Aor DOWN V button to select the setting Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Set Date This function may be used to set the date day month year To change the date proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU button and year will flash on the display 2 Press the UP Aor DOWN V button for setting 3 Briefly press the MENU button and month will flash on the display 4 Press the UP A or DOWN V button for setting 5 Briefly press the MENU button and day will flash o
199. m Make sure the valve stem is free of debris Reconnect the Sealant Hose 6 to the valve stem Check that the Mode Select Knob 5 is in the Sealant Mode position and not Air Mode Press the Power Button 4 to turn On the TIREFIT kit 2 Connect the Power Plug 8 to a different 12 Volt power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle if available Make sure the engine is running before turning ON the TIREFIT kit 3 The Sealant Bottle 1 may be empty due to previous use Call for assistance 290 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN NOTE If the Mode Select Knob 5 is on Air Mode and the pump is operating air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose 7 only not the Sealant Hose 6 If the sealant white fluid does flow through the Sealant Hose 6 1 Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through hose typically takes 30 70 seconds As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose 6 the Pressure Gauge 3 can read as high as 70 psi 5 Bar The Pressure Gauge 3 will decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi 5 Bar to the actual tire pressure when the Sealant Bottle 1 is empty The pump will start to inject air into the tire immedi ately after the Sealant Bottle 1 is empty Continue to operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver side latch pillar recommended pressure Check the tire pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge 3
200. maad 329 Cooling System lt os cscs less Brake System sos ri due cea mikes E Manual Transmission If Equipped Automatic Transmission If Equipped 341 O Appearance Care And Protection From COMO ir aa Re ae a 343 312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN MM FUSES Re Rm ehem ees 349 Underhood Fuses o o oooo o ooooooo o 349 Interior FUSES ias ee a a a E 352 Rear Interior Fuses o o oooooo o 354 WM VEHICLE STORAGE 00 355 M REPLACEMENT BULBS 356 E BULB REPLACEMENT 357 Headlamps siese 44 4 04445 reb REG 357 Front Turn Signal Parking And Daytime Running Lamps llle 357 Front Fog Lamps 3 era Eee aes 358 Front Rear Side Marker Lamps 358 Rear Tail Stop Backup And Turn Signal Lamps 264224 sees E reser br gs 358 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 358 B FLUID CAPACTTIES oo ococccoooo o 359 E FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS ea end dre ah a ine aera de PERS poe 360 Engine 5255 sud oai e doe DU end ded 360 CHASSIS kr Hales CRA Bae RR Re ees 361 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1 4L TURBO 1 Air Cleaner Filter 4 Battery 7 Coolant Pressure Cap 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Front Distribution Unit Fuses 8 Coolant Pre
201. matic Locking Retractor Mode ALR If Equipped eseese remessas e masea Auto Relocking Only For Rear Doors Power Window Switches B LIETGATE scssepisiepessoosro at bes aes Liftgate Emergency Release B OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS aoaaa Lap Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions 23 Energy Management Feature Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System 24 BeltAlertB 2 06 classi e ees 24 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women 27 Supplemental Restraint System SRS BIE Bags as 08 Rash ee EOS E Rer uud Child Restraints Seat Belt Pretensioners Advanced Front Air Bag Features Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls Event Data Recorder EDR Transporting Pets oooooooo oo 36 Bl ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 B SAFETY TIPS ia04 25 rie ee tee owe esses 76 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle lees 77 Transporting Passengers o o o ooooooo 76 cor c ce Outside The Vehicle 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE MI A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmit
202. mera Rear iia ba hese aon E 126 Capacities Antifreeze Engine Coolant 359 Capacities Fluid sise sieaa ao EA oe bates 359 Caps Filler Piele perias tedegi Iv eto E Rn 310 Oil ENGINE s vesc woes eai ee wR eae 318 Carbon Monoxide Warning s es cess ces espt o 76 Cargo Area Peat r s aou ibas spa hea det 146 Car Washes is s e tamea does tags Eein ia 344 Cellular Phone sucio dad a 184 Center High Mounted Stop Light 358 Chains TUB iau abs asa 264 Changing A Flat Tires es secere etnea era hinia 294 Chart Tire Sizing sisse n 245 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator Light 2a 44s grrr caca 161 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety 76 Checks Safety aa aia PETS e Child Restralt voces cs isto m a Child Safety Locks Clean Air Gasoline 304 INDEX II Cleaning Wheels Rp tai R Rem d uaa 345 Windshield Wiper Blades 326 Cl tchi uu iacere eee Rp recae warte dc n 338 Clutch Fluide ess RE ed Rs 338 Compact Disc CD Maintenance 183 Compact Spare life scc rk eR ae 259 Connector ICI inst Ea ure beste uut esM 181 Universal Consumer Interface UCI 181 Contract Service ooo eee 374 Coolant Antifreeze o o ooo oooocooo ooo 359 Cooling System orere lees 332 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 334 Coolant Level 22 RR be Rx 332 Disposal of Used Coolant o oo o o 336 Drain Flush and Re
203. n a timely manner This is why you should always talk to an authorized studio service manager first Most matters can be re solved with this process e If for some reason you are still not satisfied talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized studio They want to know if you need assistance e If an authorized studio is unable to resolve the con cern you may contact the manufacturer s customer center Any communication to the manufacturer s customer center should include the following information e Owner s name and address Owner s telephone number home and office Authorized studio name Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle delivery date and mileage FIAT Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 888 242 6342 374 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY To assist customers who have hearing difficulties the manufacturer has installed special TDD Telecommuni cation Devices for the Deaf equipment at its customer center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1 800 380 CHRY Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada For TTY teletypewriter users dial 711 and for Voice callers dial 1 800 855 0511 to connect with a
204. n backing up even when e To avoid vehicle damage ParkView should only using the Park View Rear Back Up Camera Always be used as a parking aid The Park View camera is check carefully behind your vehicle and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians animals other vehicles ob drive path structions or blind spots before backing up You are e To avoid vehicle damage the vehicle must be responsible for the safety of your surroundings and driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to must continue to pay attention while backing up stop in time when an obstacle is seen It is recom Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death mended that the driver look frequently over his her shoulder when using ParkView NOTE If snow ice mud or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens clean the lens rinse with water and dry with a soft cloth Do not cover the lens 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IM Turning ParkView On Or Off With Uconnect 5 0 1 Turn the Radio on 2 Press the Settings button 3 Press the Safety amp Assistance soft key 4 Press the check box soft key next to Parkview Backup Camera to enable disable NOTE A check mark will appear in the selection box to indicate the system is turned ON Turning ParkView On Or Off ith Uconnect 6 5 6 5N 1 Press the Controls soft key located on the bot
205. n result from starting in third A STARTING AND OPERATING 213 For most city driving you will find it easier to use only the lower gears For steady highway driving with light accelerations sixth gear is recommended Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged This will cause abnormal wear on the clutch To shift into REVERSE pull up on the ring just below the gear shift knob and then move into the REVERSE R position Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop NOTE During cold weather until the transmission lubri cant is warm you may experience slightly higher shift efforts This is normal and not harmful to the transmission DOWNSHIFTING Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and prolong engine life CAUTION If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift at too high of a vehicle speed these conditions may cause the engine to overspeed if too low of a gear is selected and the clutch pedal is released Damage to the clutch and the transmission can result from skipping a gear while downshifting or downshifting at too high of a vehicle speed even if the clutch pedal is held pressed i e not released To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life shift down to second or first when descending a steep grade When turning a corner or driving up a steep grade downshift early so t
206. n the display 6 Press the UP Aor DOWN V button for setting NOTE The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the UP ZXor DOWN V button is pressed Press and hold the UP Aor DOWN button to increase decrease the setting rapidly Save the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Autoclose With this function active the doors will automatically lock at when the vehicle s speed exceeds 12 mph 20 km h To change the setting proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU button On or Off will flash on the display according to the previous setting 2 Press the UP A or DOWN V button for setting 3 Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Units Set Units This function may be used to set the measurement unit in three submenus Distance Temperature and Fuel Economy To set the required unit proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU button to display the three sub menus 2 Press the UP Nor DOWN V button to navigate the three sub menus UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 3 Select the required sub menu
207. n the following lan guages Italian English German Portuguese Spanish French Dutch Polish and Turkish To set the required language proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU button The previously set language will flash on the display 2 Press the UP Aor DOWN V button for setting 3 Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 Buzzer Volume Adjusting The Failure Warning Buzzer Volume With this function the volume of the buzzer accompany ing any failure warning indication can be adjusted to one of eight volume levels To adjust the volume proceed as follows 1 Briefly press the MENU button The previously set volume level will flash on the display 2 Press the UP Aor DOWN V button for setting 3 Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU button approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Belt Buzzer Buzzer Activation For BeltAlert Indication This function will only be displayed after a FIAT Group Automobiles studio has deactivated the BeltAlert sys tem Refer to Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert in Occupant Restraints for further infor To reactivate this function proceed as follows
208. n to ensure safety shallow standing water consider the following Caution and prevent damage to your vehicle and Warning before doing so Flowing Rising Water CAUTION WARNING Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and or rising as in storm run off Flow ing water can wear away the road or path s surface e Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle Determine the condition of the road or the path that is under water and if there are any obstacles in the way before driving through the standing water e Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water This will minimize wave effects and cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water Furthermore flowing and or rising water can carry your vehicle away swiftly Failure to follow this warning may result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Continued A STARTING AND OPERATING 231 CAUTION Continued e Driving through standing water may cause damage to your vehicle s drivetrain components Always inspect your vehicle s fluids i e engine oil trans mission axle etc for signs of contamination i e fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance after driving through standing water Do not continue to operate the vehicle if any fluid appears c
209. nal air recirculation makes it possible to reach the required heating or cooling conditions more quickly depending on the mode selected Do not use the internal air recirculation function on rainy cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of the win dows misting Air Distribution Selection Rotate the Mode Control knob to manually select one of the five possible air distribution settings in the passenger compartment a Air flow to the front rear footwell diffusers This air distribution allows the passenger compart ment to be heated quickly J P Air flow to the front windshield front side win dow and front rear footwell diffusers Air flow distributed between central and side dashboard vents and front rear footwell vents Air flow to central side dashboard vents passen ger s body Air flow to windshield and side windows A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 Selecting the footwell windshield or only windshield distribution activates the climate control system com pressor LED on A C button on and the air recirculation is set to outside air LED on Recirculation Control button off This logic guarantees optimum visibility at the windows The user can always set air recirculation and climate control system compressor Additional Electric Heater If Equipped The additional electric heater ensures more rapid passen ger compartment heating It activates in cold weather
210. ncrease the risk of injury in collisions Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front and rear outer seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with dual pretensioning devices that are de signed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision The dual pretensioning devices are located on the lower B pillars and in the kick plate area These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision Pretensioners work for all size occupants including those in child restraints NOTE These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re straint Controller ORC Like the air bags the preten sioners are single use items A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert Belt
211. ned to Partial Off for specific reasons as noted Refer to Partial Off for additional informa tion Partial Off The ESC OFF button is located in the switch bank above the climate control To enter the Partial Off mode momentarily press the ESC OFF button and the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light will illu minate To turn the ESC on again momentarily press the 242 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC OFF button and the ESC Activation Malfunction NOTE To improve the vehicle s traction when driving Indicator Light will turn off This will restore the normal with snow chains or when starting off in deep snow ESC On mode of operation sand or gravel it may be desirable to switch to the Y Partial Off mode by momentarily pressing the ESC OFF button Once the situation requiring Partial Off mode is overcome turn ESC back on by momentarily pressing the ESC OFF button This may be done while the vehicle is in motion WARNING When in Partial Off mode the TCS functionality of ESC except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section has been disabled and the ESC Off Indicator Light will be illuminated When in Par ESC Off Switch tial Off mode the engine power reduction of TCS is disabled and the enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ECS system is reduced A STARTING AND OPERATING 243 Electronic Roll Mitigati
212. nels a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 If you unplugged the garage door opener device for programming plug it back in at this time Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained follow these steps 1 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position 2 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not release the button 3 Without releasing the button proceed with Canadian Gate Operator Programming Step 2 and follow all remaining steps Using HomeLink To operate switch the ignition to the ON RUN position and the press and release the programmed HomeLink button Activation will now occur for the programmed device i e garage door opener gate operator security system entry door lock home office lighting etc The hand held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time If the ignition is switched to the OFF position HomeLink will remain active for three minutes During this time if the vehicle is locked HomeLink is disabled Security It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn in your vehicle To do this press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes Note that all channels will be erased Individual channels cannot be erased The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm i
213. ners and or SAB and SABIC if equipped air bags may deploy on both sides of the vehicle If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags any or all of the following may occur The nylon air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions and or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the air bags deploy and unfold The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymna sium floor They are not caused by contact with chemicals They are not permanent and normally heal quickly However if you haven t healed significantly within a few days or if you have any blistering see your doctor immediately As the air bags deflate you may see some smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the non toxic gas used for air bag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s in structions for cleaning 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ME Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de Maintaining Your Air Bag System ployed If you are involved in another collision the air bags will not be in place to protect you WARNING WARNING Modifica
214. nsure that engine coolant sure to build up in the cooling system To prevent antifreeze will return to the radiator from the coolant scalding or injury do not remove the pressure cap recovery tank while the system is hot or under pressure e Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle Personal injury or en gine damage may result The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant antifreeze is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by ani mals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground Ifingested by a child or pet seek emergency assistance immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Coolant Level The coolant expansion bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate With the engine off and cold the level of the engine coolant antifreeze in the bottle should be between the MIN and MAX marks As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfac tory the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month When additional engine coolant antifreeze is needed to
215. o 106 Folding Mirrors o o o o oo ooo oo ooooooo 89 Headlights ou taa ti 107 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 89 Daytime Running Lights If Equipped 107 Sun VISOIS edo ri eS i 89 High Beams o ooocccoccocococcocooco o oo 107 EALS 33 3553 ii nada a Pus 9 O Flash To Pass sse 108 FrontSeatS 02 a da ee 9 Parking Lights 20426 1 4 s4e9e ees 108 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE In Tum Signals o eresas e rex alo Fae ds Lane Change Assist Follow Me Home Headlight Delay Front Fog Lights If Equipped Interior Lights E WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Front Windshield Wiper Operation Rear Window Wiper Washer E TILT TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN E ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL TO ACH Vale usos cita s reed es To Set A Desired Speed To Deactivate s sss cara a ae ae nn 112 To Resume Speed 0 000000 e 119 To Vary The Speed Setting 119 To Accelerate For Passing 119 REAR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED 120 Rear Park Assist Sensors 121 Rear Park Assist Alerts 121 Failure Indicati0NS 123 Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System 123 Park Assist System Usage Precautions 123 E PARKVIEWO REAR B
216. o other components or negatively impact vehicle perfor mance Immediately have potential malfunctions examined by an authorized studio or qualified repair center Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter vals Do not use chemical flushes in these compo nents as the chemicals can damage your engine transmission or air conditioning Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty If a flush is needed because of component malfunc tion use only the specified fluid for the flushing procedure Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level Check the oil level at regular intervals such as every fuel stop The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off Do not check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat overnight Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings Maintain the oil level between the range markings on the dipstick The safe range is indicated by a crosshatch zone Adding 1 qt 1L of oil when the reading is at the low end of the indicated range w
217. o start and operate the vehicle NOTE A key which has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle If the Vehicle Security Light is on after the key is turned to the ON RUN position it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ME CAUTION e Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat tended The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not com patible with some after market remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics Replacement Keys NOTE Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle NOTE When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized studio General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference t
218. oceed to this mode due to fogging risk a UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 When the Auto indicator is ON and the Recirculation indicator is OFF the Recirculation is in AUTO mode If the Recirculation indicator is ON the Recirculation set ting is manual and Recirculation is ON 3 Rear Defrost Control Press and release the Rear Defrost Control 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 20 minutes 4 AIC Control Press and release the A C Control Button to change the current setting The indicator illuminates when A C is ON Performing this function again will cause the A C operation to switch into manual mode and the A C indicator will turn OFF 5 ON OFF Control Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control ON OFF 6 Blower Control Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system Adjusting the blower will cause automatic mode to switch to manual opera tion The speeds can be selected by rotating the Blower Control adjustment knob 7 Blower Control Indicator LEDs LEDs illuminate to visually indicate blower speed 8 Mode Control The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets floor outlets demist outlets and defrost outlets 192 UNDERSTANDING
219. of the TIREFIT Sealant within the tire Do not exceed 55 mph 88 km h WARNING TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using TIREFIT Do not exceed 55 mph 88 km h until the tire is repaired or replaced Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you 292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN E After Driving Pull over to a safe location Refer to Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT before continuing 1 Turn the Mode Select Knob 5 to the Air Mode position Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicle s 12 Volt power outlet Uncoil the Air Pump Hose 7 black in color and screw the fitting at the end of hose 7 onto the valve stem Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure Gauge 3 If tire pressure is less than 19 psi 1 3 Bar the tire is too badly damaged Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further Call for assistance If the tire pressure is 19 psi 1 3 Bar or higher 1 Press the Power Button 4 to turn on TIREFIT and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire and loading information label on the driver side door opening NOTE If the tire becomes over inflated press the Defla tion Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recom mended inflation pressure before continuing 2 Disconnect the TIREFIT kit f
220. off the vehicle particularly at high speeds resulting in per sonal injury or property damage Follow the roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS E INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 153 Trip Computer 0 425 04056 ee RR 170 E INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 154 Trip Buttons ces kr ete em es ll INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 155 Trip Functions ll ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION Values Displayed ooo ooo omo o o 172 CENTER EVIC icc er dre cacas 166 Personal Settings Customer Programmable EVIC Screen error os nc bad bode de 167 Features 421m oa eb ga es dd ba pe 173 EVIC Control Buttons derese neser eiss 167 W Uconnect RADIOS o o oocoocccocco ooo 181 O Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC E iPod USB SD CARD MEDIA PLAYER Setup Menta errant ete ua etre 168 CONTROL diea entra tee o ad RT RC he a 181 Change Engine Oil Indicator System 169 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL IE ll STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS 182 B CLIMATE CONTROLS 0 0 184 Radio Operation 000 183 Manual Climate Control System 184 Player Operation ta ads 183 Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control System E CD DVD DISC MAINTENANCE 183 lf Equipped oo ir basin Go Rem 190 ll RADIO OPERATION
221. ollision lock the vehicle doors as you drive as a location accessible to children and do not leave well as when you park and leave the vehicle a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the Before exiting a vehicle always turn the vehicle ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate OFE apply the parking brake shift the automatic power windows other controls or move the vehicle transmission into PARK or the manual transmis sion into REVERSE and remove the Key Fob from the ignition When leaving the vehicle always lock your vehicle An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves e Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all access to an unlocked vehicle of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended e 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 a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Doors Lock With One Or More Doors Open It is possible locking the vehicle through the RKE internal button or external key pawl also if one or more doors are open At lock command request LED is switched ON At closing of the last door the vehicle maintains the central locking status if key is not inserted in Ignition Device otherwise the vehicle will be unlocked and the LED
222. on ERM WARNING This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver s steering wheel input and the Many factors such as vehicle loading road condi speed of the vehicle When ERM determines that the rate tions and driving conditions influence the chance of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle sspeed that wheel lift or rollover may occur ERM cannot are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift it then Prevent all wheel lift or rollovers especially those applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur ERM will only intervene during very severe or evasive driving maneuvers that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles The capabilities of an ERM equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck less or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others ERM can only reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring during severe or evasive driving maneuvers It cannot prevent wheel lift due to other factors such as road conditions leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles 244 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings D Lars rg y NO 054903773 1 U S DOT Safety Standards 4 Maximum Load Code TIN 5 Maximum Pressure 2 Size Designation 6 Treadwear Traction and 3 Service Description Temperatu
223. ons below See the section Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt to check what type of seat belt each seating position has 2 Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages 3 Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for that seating position For some second row seats you may need to recline the seat and or raise the head restraint to get a better fit a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 4 Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat ing position If the child restraint has a tether strap connect it to the top tether anchorage See the section Installing Child Restraints Using the Top Tether Anchorage for direc tions to attach a tether anchor Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat Remove slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufac turer s instructions Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt path It should not move more than 1 inch 25 4 mm in any direction How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint stow all ALR seat belts that are not being used by other occupants or being use
224. ontami nated as this may result in further damage Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Getting water inside your vehicle s engine can cause it to lock up and stall out and cause serious internal damage to the engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty WARNING Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s traction capabilities Do not exceed 5 mph 8 km h when driving through standing water Driving through standing water limits your vehi cle s braking capabilities which increases stopping distances Therefore after driving through stand ing water drive slowly and lightly press on the brake pedal several times to dry the brakes Getting water inside your vehicle s engine can cause it to lock up and stall out and leave you stranded e Failure to follow these warnings may result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your pas sengers and others around you 232 STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRIC POWER STEERING This only operates with the key turned to MAR ON and the engine started The steering allows the force required at the steering wheel to be adjusted to suit driving conditions NOTE When turning the ignition key quickly full power steering functionality can be achieved after a few sec onds PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle make sure that the parking brake is fully applied Also be certain to leave manual transmi
225. or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death Stamped VIN Location NOTE It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 2 ll A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS 12 M REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RKE 18 lemition Switch aae ee Fe ey eee 12 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 18 B SENTRY REY oesegss gica earned 13 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 18 Replacement Keys o o o o o o ooo ooo ooo 14 Replacing The Battery In The Key With General Information o o o o o ooooo 14 A LONDO Stee ee eae AA RRS aE lI VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM IF EQUIPPED 15 Programming Additional Transmitters 19 To Arm The System ccssscccsseeeeees 15 Request For Additional Remote Controls 20 To Disarm The System eee 16 O General Information passeres nsis esee 20 amp Central Lock Unlock Switch Sate Lock Davide ll DOOR LOCKS ce curia re bas 20 It Equipped uet y eR ai 16 Doors Lock With One Or More Doors Open 23 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE MI Child Protection Door Lock System Rear DOOIS o oo ooo ll POWER WINDOWS eene Auto
226. or shuts off the fuel tank is full 5 Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door NOTE A funnel is provided located in the spare tire area to open the flapper door to allow for emergency refueling with a gas can STARTING AND OPERATING 277 EAN Funnel Location N I Emergency Fuel Filling Procedure CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling 278 STARTING AND OPERATING HN WARNING TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled Never add fuel when the engine is running This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula tions and may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling A STARTING AND OPERATING 279 RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Flat Tow NONE Transmission in NOT ALLOWED NEUTRAL Dolly Tow Front OK OK Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED On Trailer ALL OK OK NOTE Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may be recreationally towed
227. or to access the winch Preparations For Jacking 2 Remove the jack handle and use the wrench end to 1 Park the vehicle on a firm level surface avoiding ice or lower the spare tire slippery areas 3 When the spare is clear replace a tools WARNING E D Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 2 Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers 3 Set the parking brake 4 Place the shift lever in PARK automatic transmission or REVERSE manual transmission Winch Location WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 297 5 Turn Off the ignition Jacking Instructions e ae as wheel diagonally opposite the jack INLINE ing position For example if chang Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to ing the right front tire block the left help prevent personal injury or damage to your rear wheel vehicle 060505162 e Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the NOTE Passengers should not remain in the vehicle vehicle while the vehicle is being jacked e Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher e Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised e Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in PARK a manual transmission in REVERSE e Never start or run the engine with the vehicle
228. os reia a babes da 361 Fluid Capacities o o o oooooooo ooo ooo 359 Fluid aks 522a ea yo OR CX CX EA 80 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission 342 Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts 360 Fog Lights cs dist der tires recie tis 109 Fold and Tumble Rear Seat o 98 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 306 Feld eot dada PR Rar d OUR 272 AAdelng viva SR Pack Ee des 276 Additives 3 cia ad PRA a EER ees 274 Capacity io ease isa daa dad 359 Clean Ait ke cai a Rida te RP ERR E ES 273 Cutoff isos ra eub Gi ale nae WO ea 51 Filler Cap Gas Cap resetar eee eee 157 Filler Door Gas Cap ooooooco oo esena 157 Gasoline rc Ead aes REGE GP eS 272 Gage siii ias eae ule a aes EE ERE 157 Lightu 20 edi vege eme nt ehm ors 157 Materials Added 2 0 0 cece eee 274 Octane Ratidg ua eine ee ces e Re dia 272 Requirements sse sses cesed daet eies 272 Tank Capacity setes der lth pae dre eene a 359 Fuelitig iraa a a Es Dee a Gla Pace s 276 RUSOS as Srp caused a a a ia 349 Garage Door Opener HomeLink 129 Gasoline Clean Air 0 0 0 0 000 eee 273 Gasoline Fuel e ed cia dere RR aod a 272 Gasoline Reformulated 273 Gauges Coolant Temperature 000000 157 Fuel ics ua ra a aS 157 Odometer 2 0 0 cece eee 164 Tachometer 0 0 0 0 cece eee ees 159 Gear Ranges sepes GR aa 217 Gear Select Le
229. oster seat are held Children who are two years old or who have outgrown in the velucle byte serbal their rear facing convertible child seat can ride forward facing in the vehicle Forward facing child seats and WARNING convertible child seats used in the forward facing direc WARNING tion are for children who are over two years old or who Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant have outgrown the rear facing weight or height limit of or child restraint It could come loose in a collision their rear facing convertible child seat Children should The child could be badly injured or killed Follow remain in a forward facing child seat with a harness for the child restraint manufacturer s directions exactly as long as possible up to the highest weight or height when installing an infant or child restraint allowed by the child seat e When your child restraint is not in use secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchor ages or remove it from the vehicle Do not leave it loose in the vehicle In a sudden stop or accident it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury All children whose weight or height is above the forward facing limit for the child seat should use a belt positioning booster seat until the vehicle s seat belts fit properly If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle s seat cushion while the child s back is against 62 THINGS TO KNO
230. ot recom mend deactivating BeltAlert BeltAlert can also be enabled through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Setup Menu a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE Although BeltAlert amp has been deactivated the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate while the driver s or front passenger if equipped with BeltAlert seat belt remains unfastened Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision Supplemental Restraint System SRS Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel The passenger s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove compartment The word AIRBAG is embossed on the air bag covers In addition the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted under the instrument panel below the steering column NOTE The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bags
231. ot spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h or drive train damage may result 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 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 308 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE 6 Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved 7 The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL out of the PARK position you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever 8 Reinstall the shift lever override access cover 1 Turn the engine OFF 2 Firmly apply the parking brake 3 Using a screwdriver or similar tool carefully remove the shift lever bezel and move up to the top of the shift lever 4 Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal 5 Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole and push and hold the override release lever in Shift Lever Override a WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 309 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE NOTE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service
232. outside temperature condition Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi 13 to 40 kPa during operation Do not reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low aaa STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and WARNING within posted speed limits Where speed limits or condi tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on speeds maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly important Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle The instability could cause a collision Always use loading may be required for high speed vehicle opera radial ply tires in sets of four Never combine them tion Refer to your authorized tire or original equipment with other types of tires vehicle studio for recommended safe operating speeds 5 loading and cold tire inflation pressures Tire Repair If your tire becomes damaged it may be repaired if it meets the following criteria High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi e The tire has not been driven on when flat mum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious collision Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the i f maximum capacity at continuous speeds above The puncture is no greater than Y 6
233. own with an X Below LATCH Child Restraint 65 Ibs 29 5 kg Child Child LATEM Lower Anchors Seat Belt Top Restraint Lower oe Seat Belt Only Top Tether Tether Anchor omy Anchor Rear Facing Up to 65 lbs X X Child Restraint 29 5 kg Rear Facing More than X Child Restraint 65 lbs 29 5 kg Forward Facing Up to 65 Ibs X X Child Restraint 29 5 kg Forward Facing More than X 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IM Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH Restraint System Anchor Tether We LATCH The next generation of child safety 022668173 Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor age system called LATCH which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH equipped child seats There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position These anchorages are used to install LATCH equipped child seats without using the vehicle s seat belts Some seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages In these seating positions the seat belt must be used with the top tether anchorage to install the child restraint Please see the following table for more information a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 LATC
234. ownward Folding Rear Seat 5 Slowly flip the entire seat rearward and firmly lock the 2 seat into position Folding Rear Seat Armrest 6 Raise the rear seatback and firmly lock the seatback into position a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Armrest Cupholder HEAD RESTRAINTS Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear WARNING The head restraints for all occupants must be properly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a seat Head restraints should never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a colli sion 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE In Front Head Restraints To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint To lower the head restraint press the adjust ment button located on the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint Adjustment Button Rear Head Restraints If Equipped The rear seats are equipped with adjustable head re straints the outboard head restraints have two adjustable positions and the center head restraint can be stowed when the seat is not in use When the center seat is being occupie
235. p CAUTION Turbo Charger Cool Down E Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it This vehicle is equipped with an after run pump to cool started Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans the turbocharger after the engine is shut off Depending mission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel on the type of driving and the amount of cargo the pump could enter the catalytic converter and once the will run for up to 10 minutes after the engine has been engine has started ignite and damage the converter shut off to circulate coolant through the turbocharger and vehicle ously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again Although the pump is rubber mounted for quiet opera tion it is normal to hear it running during this time 212 STARTING AND OPERATING MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking brake fully applied The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle especially on an incline 8191bf86 Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears As you release the clutch pedal lightly press the accelerator pedal Shift Pattern Six Speed Use each gear in numerical order do not skip a gear Be sure the transmission is in first gear not third when starting from a standing position Damage to the clutch ca
236. parking brake to transmission into PARK and ensure that the vehicle will allow the vehicle to cool not roll when in PARK until TRANS COOL READY TO DRIVE If Equipped is displayed 226 STARTING AND OPERATING HN Transmission Limp Home Mode Transmission function is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated In this mode some gears will be unavailable The transmission will operate only in a certain select set of gears such as 1st 2nd 3rd and Reverse or 1st 3rd 5th and Reverse or 2nd 4th and 6th with no Reverse PARK and NEUTRAL will continue to be available The Malfunction Indicator Light MIL may be illuminated Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized studio for service without damaging the transmission In the event of a momentary problem the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the following steps 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Shift the transmission into PARK Turn the engine OFF 3 4 Wait approximately 10 seconds 5 Restart the engine 6 Shift into the desired gear range If the problem is no longer detected the transmission will return to normal operation NOTE Even if the transmission can be reset we recom mend that you visit your authorized studio at your earliest possible convenience Your authorized studio
237. pen the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator is hot Coolant Checks Check engine coolant antifreeze protection every 12 months before the onset of freezing weather where applicable If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant anti freeze Check the front of the A C condenser for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser Cooling System Drain Flush And Refill If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty or contains visible sediment clean and flush with OAT coolant antifreeze that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS 12106 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper main tenance intervals a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 Selection Of Coolant CAUTION Continued Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for further information CAUTION Mixing of engine coolant antifreeze other than specified Organic Additive Technology OAT en gine coolant antifreeze may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection Organic Additive Technology OAT engine cool ant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology HOAT en
238. r 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 Ibs or XXX kg 252 STARTING AND OPERATING HN 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE cargo 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 150 750 and 1400 750 650 lbs 295 kg 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 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle The following table shows examples on how to calcu late total load cargo luggage and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of
239. r Group LLC emark of Fiat Group Marketing amp on S p A used under license by Copyright 2013 Chrys er Group LLC e SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 2 10 INTRODUCTION catestetetecsedeatasesen tp iende Saee ess Rida dd 3 HEN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 00 000s cece eee eens 9 I UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2 0 0 0 00sec eee ences 81 EJ UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ien 151 4 STARTING AND OPERATING aua riada 205 mm WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4 cre s de oi 281 m MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE aerea eps bens y a rk RESIDE V OR p SERE RES 311 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES cru eue s PR EUR reset o remate e des 363 E IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 46 pere kA REX RARE ERR e 371 9 INDEX 381 10 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS B INTRODUCTION 000 4 M VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 6 ll HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 4 BM VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS 7 E WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 6 4 INTRODUCTION IN INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new vehicle Be assured that it represents precision workmanship distinctive styl ing and high quality all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles This Owner s Manual has been prepared with the assis tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you
240. r lubrication or oil change Replace as required Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts frays and loose parts Damaged parts must be replaced immediately Do not disassemble or modify the system Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged i e bent retractor torn webbing etc If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition replace the belt 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IN Air Bag Warning Light The light should come on and remain on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON If the light is not lit during starting see your authorized stu dio If the light stays on flickers or comes on while driving have the system checked by an authorized studio O ry Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield See your authorized studio for service if your defroster is inoper able Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your vehicle Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals or impair
241. r trim panel There is a single switch on the front passenger door which operate the front passenger win dow and a single switch on each rear door that operates the rear passenger door window The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON RUN position A Driver Front Window Switch B Passenger Front Window Switch C Window Lockout Switch D Driver Rear Window Switch E Passenger Rear Window Switch a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE The power window switches will remain active AUTO Up Feature With Anti Pinch Protection for up to three minutes after the ignition switch is cycled If Equipped to the OFF position Opening either front door will cancel Lift the window switch to the second detent release and this feature a the window will go up automatically WARNING To stop the window from going all the way up during the AUTO up operation push down on the switch briefly Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unattended o the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop children can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death NOTE e If the window runs into any obstacle during auto Auto Down closure it will reverse direction and then go back The window switches
242. r warranty folder All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty Discuss additional charges with the service manager Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle s service history This can often provide a clue to the current problem Prepare A List Make a written list of your vehicle s problems or the specific work you want done If you ve had an accident or work done that is not on your maintenance log let the service advisor know Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many authorized studio you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized studio are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you to be happy with our products and services Warranty service must be done by an authorized studio We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an authorized studio They know your vehicle the best and a F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 373 are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service The manufacturer s authorized studio have the facilities factory trained technicians special tools and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed correctly and i
243. rasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate 3 Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate 4 Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors ALR which are used to secure a child restraint system For additional information refer to Installing Child Re straints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt under the Child Restraints section The chart below defines the type of feature for each seating position Driver Center Passenger First Row N A N A ALR Second Row ALR ALR ALR N A Not Applicable ALR Automatic Locking Retractor 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IE If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant s mid section so as to not activate the ALR If the ALR is activated you will hear a ratcheting sound as the belt retracts Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort ably wrap around the occupant s mid section Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you
244. re Grades NOTE P Passenger Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards P Metric tires have the letter P molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa tion Example P215 65R15 95H European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards Tires designed to this standard have the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the section width The letter P is absent from this tire size designation Example 215 65R15 96H LT Light Truck Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards The size designation for LT Metric tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 A STARTING AND OPERATING 245 e Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo e High flotation tire sizing is based on U S design rary emergency use only Temporary high pressure standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded compact spare tires have the letter T or S molded into the sidewall Example 31x10 5 R15 LT into the sidewall preceding the size designation Example T145 80D18 103M Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE Size Designation P Passenger car tire size based on U S design standards blank Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT Light truck tire based on U S design standards Tor S Temporary spare tire 31 Overall diam
245. reservoir BRAKE The light will remain on until the cause is corrected If brake failure is indicated immediate repair is necessary WARNING Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous You could have a collision Have the vehicle checked immediately Vehicles equipped with the Anti Lock Brake System ABS are also equipped with Electronic 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 LOCK position to the ON RUN position The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds The light should then turn A UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected If the light does not illuminate have the light inspected by an authorized studio The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON RUN posi tion NOTE This light shows only that the parking brake is applied It does not show the degree of brake application 7 Rear Defrost Light This indicator will illuminate when the rear win dow defroster is on The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 20 minutes 8 Low Fuel Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2 0 gallon 7 6L this light will tu
246. reset at zero NOTE If the vehicle is equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in the instrument cluster all warnings including door and gate and Change Engine Oil will only be displayed in the EVIC display For additional information refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 26 Fuel Door Reminder The fuel door reminder indicates that the fuel filler door is located on the right side of the vehicle 27 Electronic Throttle Control ETC Light This light informs you of a problem with the DA Electronic Throttle Control ETC system If a problem is detected the light will come on while the engine is running Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the NEUTRAL position The light should turn off If the light remains lit with the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable however see an authorized studio for service as soon as possible If the light is flashing when the engine is running imme diate service is required and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing The light will come on when the ignition is first turned to ON RUN and remain on briefly as a bulb check If the light does not come on during starting have the system checked by an autho rized studio UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 28 Anti Lock Brake ABS L
247. restraint 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In 3 Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram Rear Seat Tether Strap Mounting 4 Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions WARNING e An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child Use only the anchorage position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap e If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat make sure the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap Transporting Pets Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured or could injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain transmission and axle in your vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic
248. rged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system in spected at your authorized studio Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery Once the engine is started remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence Disconnect the negative jumper cable from the negative cable of the vehicle with the discharged battery Disconnect the negative end of the jumper cable from the negative post of the booster battery Disconnect the opposite end of the positive jumper cable from the positive post of the booster battery Disconnect the positive end of the jumper cable from the positive post of the discharged vehicle 306 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN Lo CcAUHON REVERSE with automatic transmission or 2nd gear and AUT a REVERSE with manual transmission while gently press Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets ing the accelerator Use the least amount of accelerator draw power from the vehicle s battery even when pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking motion not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if without spinning the wheels or racing the engine
249. ring Express Open operation any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch Occupants particularly unat tended children can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death In a collision there is greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof You could To Close also be seriously injured or killed Always fasten With the sunroof in the full open position pull and hold your seat belt properly and make sure all passen the power sunroof switch for approximately one second gers are properly secured too e Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof NOTE During Express close any movement of the Never allow your fingers other body parts or any SUnroof switch will stop the sunroof object to project through the sunroof opening Injury may result 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IM Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down or the sunroof if equipped in certain open or partially open positions This is a normal occur rence and can be minimized If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffe
250. ring an ABS stop to provide regulated hydraulic pressure The pump motor makes a low humming noise during operation which is normal The ABS includes an amber ABS Warning Light When the light is illuminated the ABS is not functioning The system reverts to standard non anti lock brakes A STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Turning the ignition Off and On again may reset the ABS WARNING Continued e The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must if the fault detected was only momentary WARNING Pumping the Anti Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to a collision Pumping f E makes the stopping distance longer Just press When you are in a severe braking condition involving the firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow Se of the ABS you will experience some pedal drop as down or stop the vehicle comes to a stop This is the result of the EM e The Anti Lock Brake System ABS cannot prevent system reverting to the base brake system the natural laws of physics from acting on the Engagement of the ABS may be accompanied by a vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering pulsing sensation You may also hear a clicking noise efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of These occurrences are normal and indicate that the the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded system is functioning properly The ABS cannot prevent collisions including those resulting from excessi
251. rn on and remain on until fuel is added 9 Fuel Gauge When the ignition switch is in the ON RUN position the digital scale will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank NOTE The fuel gauge and range will not immediately update accurately when refueling with the engine on 10 Turn Signal Indicators 5 11 Temperature Gauge The arrows will flash in unison with the exte rior turn signal when using the turn signal lever The temperature digital scale shows engine coolant tem perature Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera ture when driving in hot weather or up mountain grades It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If all the segments of the temperature gauge are lit pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If you hear continuous chimes turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized dealer for service WARNING A hot engine cooling system is dangerous You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call an authorized studio for service if your vehicle overheats If you d
252. rom contact with oil grease and gasoline Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure The manu facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva lent to the originals in size quality and performance when replacement is needed Refer to the paragraph on Tread Wear Indicators Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for the size designation of your tire The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall See the Tire Sizing Chart ex ample found in the Tire Safety Information section of this manual for more information relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle s handling If you ever replace a wheel make sure that the wheel s specifications match those of the original wheels It is recommended you contact your authorized tire or original equipment dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety handling and ride of your vehicle A STARTING AND OPERATING 263 WARNING WARNING Continued Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than th
253. rom the valve stem reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 Volt outlet 3 Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the vehicle 4 Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an authorized studio or tire service center a WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 5 Replace the Sealant Bottle 1 and Sealant Hose 6 4 Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT hous assembly at your authorized studio as soon as pos sible Refer to F Sealant Bottle and Hose Replace ment NOTE When having the tire serviced advise the autho rized studio or service center that the tire has been sealed using the TIREFIT service kit F Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement 1 2 Uncoil the Sealant Hose 6 clear in color Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the recessed area under the sealant bottle Press the Sealant Bottle release button The Sealant Bottle 1 will pop up Remove the bottle and dispose of it accordingly 5 ing Position the new Sealant Bottle 1 in the housing so that the Sealant Hose 6 aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing Press the bottle into the housing An audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked into place Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 6 and return the hose to its storage area located on the bottom of the air pump Return
254. roximately one second to go back to the main screen without storing the settings Exit Menu This function closes the initial menu screen Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the main screen Press the AA button to return to the first menu option Speed Beep Press the V button to return to the last menu option Daylights Uconnect RADIOS For detailed information about your Uconnect radio refer to your Uconnect supplement Manual iPod USB SD CARD MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port or an SD Card 6 5 Only to be plugged into the SD Card slot UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 1 SD Card Slot 6 5 Only 2 USB Connector 3 AUX Cable Jack Refer to the Uconnect 5 0 6 5 User s Manual for iPod external USB or SD Card device support capability 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches 045033001 Remote Sound System Controls Back View Of Steering Wheel The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume Pressing the cent
255. s active 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IM Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink here are some of the most common solutions e Replace the battery in the original hand held transmit ter e Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener to complete the training for a Rolling Code Did you unplug the device for programming and remember to plug it back in If you have any problems or require assistance please call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for information or assistance WARNING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are programming the universal trans ceiver Do not program the transceiver if people pets or other objects are in the path of the door or gate Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a stop and reverse feature as required by Federal safety standards This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982 Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features Call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www HomeLink com for safety information or assistance Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide a dan gerous gas Do not run your vehicle in the garage while programming the transceiver Exhaust gas can cause serious injury or death Aaa UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 General Information NOTE This device complies
256. s it to the actual path of the vehicle When the actual path does not match the intended path ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition Oversteer when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position e Understeer when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position 240 STARTING AND OPERATING HN WARNING The Electronic Stability Control ESC cannot pre vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions ESC cannot prevent all accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydroplaning ESC also cannot prevent collisions resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappro priate driver input for the conditions Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator ESC Light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the MAR ACC ON RUN position for four seconds If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light comes on contin
257. s not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with the emissions con trol system can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage and never sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running for an extended period If the vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine Continued 276 STARTING AND OPERATING HN WARNING Continued running for more than a short period adjust the ventilation system to force fresh outside air into the vehicle Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main tenance Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly Until repaired drive with all side windows fully open ADDING FUEL 1 Open the fuel filler door 2 There is no fuel filler cap A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system 3 Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel ing NOTE Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open 4 Fill the vehicle with fuel when the fuel nozzle clicks
258. safe operation of your vehicle in other ways WARNING Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per sonal injury e Always make sure that floor mats are properly attached to the floor mat fasteners Continued a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 WARNING Continued WARNING Continued e Never place or install floor mats or other floor e Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly driver footwell while the vehicle is moving Objects secured to prevent them from moving and interfer can become trapped under the brake pedal and ing with the pedals or the ability to control the accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control vehicle e If required mounting posts must be properly in Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top stalled if not equipped from the factory of already installed floor mats Additional floor Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mats and other coverings will reduce the size of the mounting can cause interference with the brake pedal area and interfere with the pedals pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of Check mounting of mats on a regular basis Always control of the vehicle properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning Continued 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In Periodic Sa
259. set speed To Activate Push the ON OFF button The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate To turn the system off push the ON OFF button a second time The Cruise Indicator Light will turn off The system should be turned off when not in use WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want You could lose control and have an accident Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it To Set A Desired Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON When the vehicle has reached the desired speed press the SET button and release Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed NOTE The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pressing the SET button a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pushing the CANC button or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set speed memory Pressing the ON OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set speed memory To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed push the RES button and release Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph 40 km h To Vary The Speed Setting When the Electronic Speed Control is set you can in crease
260. side impact sensors that are cali brated to deploy the Seat Mounted Side Air Bags SAB and SABIC during impacts that require air bag occupant protection WARNING e Your vehicle is equipped with left and right SABIC do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC The area where the side curtain air bag is located should remain free from any obstructions Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the SAB the performance could be adversely affected and or objects could be pushed into you causing serious injury Continued a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING Continued Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof including adding a sunroof to your vehicle Do not add roof racks that require perma nent attachments bolts or screws for installation on the vehicle roof Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection and works together with the Driver Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact Knee Impact Bolster Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag The Knee Impact Bolster helps protect the knees of the front passenger and position the front occupant for the best interaction with the Advanced Front Air Bag 46 THINGS TO KNOW B
261. ss the MENU button to store the new setting and go back to the previously selected submenu option Press and hold the MENU button to return to the main menu short hold or the main screen longer hold Change Engine Oil Indicator System Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system The Change Engine Oil message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style Unless reset this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position To turn off the message temporarily press and release the MENU button To reset the oil change indica tor system after performing the scheduled maintenance refer to the following procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position Do not start the engine 2 Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF LOCK position 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil change indicator system did not reset If necessary repeat this procedure Trip Computer The Trip Computer is
262. ssion in REVERSE or first gear The parking brake lever is located in the center console To apply the parking brake pull the lever up as firmly as possible To release the parking brake pull the lever up slightly press the side button with your thumb then lower the lever completely A 1 Parking Brake Release Button 2 Parking Brake Lever When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the MAR ACC ON RUN position the Brake Warning Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate A STARTING AND OPERATING 233 When parking on a hill it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle WARNING e 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 Chil dren 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 or in a location accessible to children A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake failure and a collision Alwa
263. ssure Bottle 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 6 Washer Fluid Reservoir 9 Oil Fill Cap 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OBD Il Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD IL This system monitors the performance of the emissions engine and automatic transmission control systems When these systems are operating properly your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy as well as engine emis sions well within current government regulations If any of these systems require service the OBD II system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your authorized studio for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system lt could also affect fuel economy and drivability The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests can be performed e If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine parts for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the de signed performance Damage or failures caused by the
264. steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPARO Glass Cleaner or any commercial household type glass cleaner Never use an abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window 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 Instrument Panel Cover The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which minimizes reflections on the windshield Do not use protectants or other products which may cause undesir able reflections Use soap and warm water to restore the low glare surface 348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Instrument Panel Bezels CAUTION When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve hicle read the installation instructions carefully Some air fresheners will damage the finish of painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly contact any surface 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 A mild soap solution may be used but do not use
265. sults in the best BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous brak ing pressure during the stopping sequence do not pump the brakes Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated A STARTING AND OPERATING 237 WARNING The Brake Assist System BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevail ing road conditions The BAS cannot prevent collisions including those resulting from excessive speed in turns driving on very slippery surfaces or hydroplaning The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others Traction Control System TCS This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels If wheel spin is detected brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel s and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability A feature of the TCS system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning This feature remains active
266. t Brown 9 F93 75 Amp Right Fog Light Brown 10 F33 5 Amp BSM ESP Tan 11 F34 20 Amp Rear Left Passenger Yellow Window 12 F49 20 Amp Rear Right Passen Yellow ger Window VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take these steps to protect your battery e Disconnect the negative cable from the battery e Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again 356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Bulb Number Overhead Lamp CSW Sun Visors CSW Courtesy Lamp W5W Glove Compartment C5W Rear Courtesy Lamp C5W Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Low and High HIR2LL Beam Headlamp Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Front Parking Daytime W21 5W Running Lamps Front Side Marker Lamps LED See Authorized studio Rear Tail Stop Lamps P21 5W Rear Tail Lamp LED See Authorized studio Rear Turn Signal Lamps P21W Rear Backup Lamps W16W Rear Side Marker Lamps LED See Authorized studio Center High Mounted LED Stop Lamp See Authorized studio Front Fog Lamps H11 a
267. t an authorized studio to have all the keys programmed 22 Malfunction Indicator Light MIL LS The Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBDII that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON RUN position before engine start If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF LOCK to ON RUN have the condition checked promptly Certain conditions such as poor fuel quality etc may illuminate the MIL after engine start The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system It also could affect fuel economy and drivability If the MIL is flashing severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE WARNING A malfunctioning catalytic converter as referenced above can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants wood cardboard etc This could result in death or serious injury to the driver occupants or others 23 Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltal
268. tarting Procedure E FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE 306 M SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE 308 282 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN ll TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 309 W CAP LESS FUEL FILL FUNNEL 310 Automatic Transmission 00 310 Manual Transmissi0N 310 a WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 283 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the instrument panel below the radio Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning flashers When the switch is activated all direc tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency Press the switch a second time to turn off the Hazard Warning flashers Do not use this emergency warning system when the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for other motorists If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service the Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action On the highways slow down e In city traffic while stopped place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle sp
269. ted with the ownership experience You will be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addi tion certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARRANTY INFORMATION See the Warranty Information Booklet located on the DVD for the terms and provisions of FIAT Group Automobiles warranties applicable to this vehicle and market REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington D C If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying the manufacturer If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized studio and the manufacturer 376 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HN To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline
270. ter only when the engine is operating Storage Bin And Cargo Hook 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IM CAUTION ROOF LUGGAGE RACK IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack The the heating elements D load must not exceed 110 Ibs 50 kg and should be Use care when washing the inside of the rear uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars window Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Use a soft cloth Their are two attachment points inside the door jambs and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the that the Roof Rack crossbars attach to heating elements Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water Do not use scrapers sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window Keep all objects a safe distance from the window Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to Ss Roof Rack Attachment Points UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle Be sure the total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity WARNING Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle Improperly secured loads can fly
271. ter sig nals to time out or quit after several seconds of trans mission which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating of the garage door or gate motor 1 Cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position 2 Place the hand held transmitter 1 to 3 in 3 to 8 cm away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view 3 Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release cycle your hand held transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink has successfully accepted the frequency signal The indi cator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained 4 Watch for the HomeLink indicator to change flash rates When it changes it is programmed It may take up to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases The garage door may open and close while you are programming 5 Press and hold the programmed HomeLink button and observe the indicator light e If the indicator light stays on constantly program ming is complete and the garage door device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons repeat each step for each remaining button DO NOT erase the chan
272. ter with an integrated key To use the mechanical key simply press the mechanical key release button 020274421 Mechanical Key Release Button The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key code numbers to order duplicate keys and the autho rized studio that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys Ignition Switch The ignition switch can be turned to three different positions e STOP engine off key can be removed Some electrical devices e g sound system central door locking system etc can operate e AVV engine start up MAR driving position All electrical devices are enabled The ignition switch is fitted with a safety system that requires the ignition key to be turned back to STOP if the engine does not start before the starting operation can be repeated 1 STOP OFF LOCK 3 AVV START 2 MAR ACC ON RUN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 SENTRY KEYO The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unau thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine The system does not need to be armed or activated Operation is automatic regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded electronic chip transponder to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation Therefore only keys that are pro grammed to the vehicle can be used t
273. the TIREFIT kit to its storage location in the vehicle 294 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HN JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING IF EQUIPPED WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Being under a jacked up vehicle is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift e Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack Continued WARNING Continued The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only Avoid ice or slippery areas Jack Location The spare tire jack and TIREFIT are both located in the rear cargo area underneath the cargo floor WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 295 Spare Tire Removal 1 Tow Eye 2 Emergency Fuel Fill Funnel Spare Tire Location 3 Jack The spare tire is stowed in underneath the rear cargo area 4 Jack Handle 5 Tirefit Kit 6 Emergency Flashlight 7 Emergency Screwdriver on the outside of the car 296 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1 Remove the cargo flo
274. tial vehicle dam age for example some pole collisions truck underrides and angle offset collisions On the other hand depending on the type and location of impact Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions Side air bag deployment will depend on the severity and type of collision Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over time vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli sions and also are needed to help keep you in position away from an inflating air bag The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the ON RUN or START position If the key is in the OFF LOCK position or not in the ignition the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment e Also the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning ry Light in the instrument panel for approxi mately four to eight seconds for a self check when the ignition is first turned on After the self check the Air Bag Warning L
275. ting If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window Power Sun Blind Pull the power sun blind switch and the blind will move towards the rear part of the car until it is fully open With the blind fully open pull the power sun blind switch and the blind will move towards the front part of the car until it is fully closed NOTE During the automatic opening and closing stages if the power sun blind switch is pulled again it will stop the blind movement POWER OUTLETS Passenger compartment power socket The power outlet is located on the central tunnel in front of the shift lever between the two cupholders It only operates with the ignition key at MAR ON a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 On models with optional smoker s kit the cigar lighter Luggage compartment power socket takes the place of the power socket see Cigar lighter This is located on the left side of the luggage compartment paragraph It only operates with the ignition key at MAR ON DE Passenger compartment power socket Luggage compartment power socket NOTE Do not connect devices with power higher than 180 W to the socket Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable adaptors 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE IM CIGAR LIGHTER IF EQUIPPED NOTE This is located on the central tunnel next to the hand Always check that the cig
276. tions to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it You could Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you in another collision Have the air bags protect you Do not modify the components or seat belt pretensioners and the front seat belt retrac wiring including adding any kind of badges or tor assemblies replaced by an authorized studio stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the immediately Also have the Occupant Restraint Con upper right side of the instrument panel Do not troller ORC system serviced as well modify the front bumper vehicle body structure or add aftermarket side steps or running boards e It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air bag system yourself Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system Continued a THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING Continued Air Bag Warning Light Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag e You will want to have the air bags ready to system The air bag may inflate accidentally or may Y not function properly if modifications are made Take your vehicle to an authorized studio for any air bag system service If your seat including your V inflate for your protection in a collision The 2 Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air b
277. toll free at 1 888 327 4236 ITY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercargov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should contact the Customer Service Department imme diately Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans port Canada Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1 800 333 0510 or go to http www tc gc ca roadsafety PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below Visa Master card American Express and Discover orders are accepted If you prefer mailing your payment please call for an order form NOTE A street address is required when ordering manuals no P O Boxes Service Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor mation that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing troubleshooting problem solving maintain ing servicing and repairing FIAT Group Automobiles vehicles A complete working knowledge of the vehicle system and or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations diagrams and charts a F YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 377 Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Dia
278. tom of the Uconnect display 2 Press the Settings soft key 3 Press the Safety amp Driving Assistance soft key 4 Press the Parkview Backup camera soft key to turn the ParkView system ON or OFF NOTE A check mark will appear in the selection box to indicate the system is turned ON Turning Camera Delay On Or Off When you are in the Safety amp Assistance screen there is an option to turn the Camera Delay on or off Press the check box soft key next to Camera Delay to enable disable The default is checked at every key On cycle NOTE A clear X exit button will be placed in the bottom left corner while the user is in Drive and camera delay is active a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 When the camera delay is active and the vehicle is shifted into Drive the camera images will remain on the screen for 10 seconds the vehicle reaches 8 mph 13 km h or until the X is pressed The user is then taken back to their last Radio state If camera delay is off the user will be taken directly to their last Radio state once in Drive When the vehicle is in Drive and the vehicle speed reaches between 9 mph 15 km h to 11 mph 18 km h the camera images will remain on the screen overlapping the text Max speed reached being displayed GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that operate devices such
279. ton on the shift lever Six Speed Automatic Transmission The shift lever position display located in the instrument panel cluster indicates the transmission gear range You must press the brake pedal and the shifter release button on the shift lever to move the shift lever out of the PARK position refer to Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System in this section To drive press the button on the front of the shift lever and move the shift lever from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position The electronically controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule The transmission electronics are self calibrating therefore the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles kilometers A STARTING AND OPERATING 217 This transmission is programmed to prevent shifting from REVERSE to DRIVE or DRIVE to REVERSE if vehicle speed is above 6 mph 10 km h This safety feature helps protect your transmission from damage Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be done only when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears The transmission shift lever has PARK REVERSE NEU TRAL DRIVE and AutoStick shift positions Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick shift control refer to AutoStick in Starting And Op
280. toring Telltale Light will illumi nate in the instrument cluster an audible chime will be activated and the Check left or right front rear tire text message will display when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low Should this occur you should stop as soon as possible check the inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle and inflate each tire to the vehicle s recommended cold placard pressure value The system will automatically update and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Light will extinguish once the up dated tire pressures have been received The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 24 km h to receive this information Check TPMS Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system fault is detected an audible chime will be activated and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Unavailable text message will display If the ignition key is cycled this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off when the fault condition no longer exists A system fault can occur with any of the following scenarios 1 Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors 2 Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals 3 Snow or ice around the whee
281. tton once will unlock all doors The LED will switch off once the doors are unlocked e LED OFF doors unlocked Pressing the central LOCK UNLOCK button once will lock all doors The LED will switch on once the doors are locked EJE x7 Central LOCK UNLOCK Button Once the doors have been locked with the RKE transmit ter it will no longer be possible to unlock them by pressing central LOCK UNLOCK button THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE With central locking active LED ON opening one of the front doors it is possible to perform a central unlocking LED OFF With central locking active LED ON in order to open one of the rear passenger doors it is necessary pulling the internal door handle twice With one of the rear door open LED OFF the unlocking is performed only for that door not for all the vehicle To unlock the front doors pull the inside door handle to the first detent If the rear doors are locked you must pull the door handle once to unlock the door and pull the door handle a second time to open the door WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death Continued 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In WARNING Continued WARNING Continued e For personal security and safety in the event of an e Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in c
282. uctural member of the body located behind the front door Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after sitting for a three hour period Inflation pressure is measured in units of PSI pounds per square inch or kPa kilopascals Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire infla tion pressure for this tire The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall Recommended Cold Tire Vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on Inflation Pressure the tire placard Tire Placard A paper label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehicle s loading capacity the original equipment tire sizes and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures 250 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar or the rear edge of the driver s side door SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL 5 FRONT 2 REAR 3 THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG QR XXX BS TIRE J REAR SPARE ORIGINAL TIRE SIZE PI95 70RTA P195 70R14 T125 70D15 COLD TIRE E 29PSI SEE OWNER S MANUAL
283. udio at the start of each warm season This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time CAUTION Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning system as the chemicals can damage your air condi tioning components Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE INN WARNING Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro carbon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized studio or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi tioning system Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode injuring you Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail requiring costly repairs Refer to Warranty Information Book located on the DVD NOTE Use only manufacturer approved A C system for further warranty information sealers stop leak products seal conditioners compressor The air conditioning system contains refrigerant Oil and refrigerants under high pressure To avoid risk of personal injury or damage to the system adding refrigerant or any r
284. uired 330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN WARNING CAUTION e 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 Exhaust Gas in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 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 The catalytic converter requires the use of un leaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control device and may seriously reduce engine perfor mance and cause serious damage to the engine Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance have your vehicle serviced promptly Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the converter to overheat resulting in possible damage to the converter and vehicle a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 Under normal operating conditions the catalytic con verter will not require maintenance However it is im
285. uously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized studio as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light located in the instrument cluster starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active A STARTING AND OPERATING 241 The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light also flashes when TCS is active If the ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash during accel eration ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions NOTE e The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light and the ESC OFF Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON e Each time the ignition is turned ON the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously ESC The ESC OFF Indicator Light indicates the OFF Electronic Stability Control ESC is off ESC Operating Modes The ESC system has two available operating modes Full On This is the normal operating mode for ESC Whenever the vehicle is started the system will be in this mode This mode should be used for most driving situations ESC should only be tur
286. ur vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not completely in PARK Check by trying to move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake pedal released Make sure the transmission is in PARK before leaving the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued e It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exiting a vehicle always apply the parking brake shift the transmission into PARK and remove the ignition key Once the key is removed the shift lever is locked in PARK secur ing the vehicle against unwanted movement Continued A STARTING AND OPERATING 219 WARNING Continued CAUTION When leaving the vehicle always remove the igni e Before moving the shift lever out of PARK you tion key and lock your vehicle must cycle the ignition switch from the OFF posi e Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with tion to the ON RUN position and also press the access to an unlocked vehicle Allowing children to b
287. uring completely automatic operation AUTO varying the air flow and or distribution which are not dis played causes the AUTO function LED to disappear and the system to operate in MANUAL mode displaying both the flow and distribution requested When the compressor is deactivated the AUTO operation remains active only if the system can guarantee in car comfort Otherwise the system switches to MANUAL mode the set temperatures will flash on the display The fan speed is the same in all the zones of the passenger compartment Adjusting The Air Temperature Rotate the Driver Temperature Control or the Passenger Temperature Control dial clockwise or anti clockwise to adjust the air temperature in the front left Driver Temperature Control or right Passenger Temperature Control zone of the passenger compartment The set temperatures are shown on the displays Press the SYNC button to align the air temperature between the two zones 19 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HE Turn the Passenger Temperature Control knob to return to the separate management of air temperatures in the two zones Turning the control knobs completely in one direction or the other activates the HI maximum heating or LO maximum cooling functions respectively To deactivate these functions turn the temperature knob to the desired temperature Air Distribution Selection By pressing the Mode Control buttons Up Down Right arrows it
288. ury or death e Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt Reclining Rear Seats The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat cushion To adjust the seatback lift upward on the handle lean back on the seatback and when you reach the desired position release the handle Rear Seat Recliner Handle 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING 1 Lift the seatback release lever located on the upper outboard side of the seat Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt which could result in serious injury or death Fold And Tumble Rear Seat NOTE e Prior to folding the rear seat it may be necessary to reposition the front seats Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily Seatback Release Lever a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 2 Fold the seatback forward 3 Locate the seatback recline lever on the outboard side 75 gt of the seat and lift upward on the lever Seatback Folded Seatback Recline Lever 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4 Slowly flip the entire seat forward Rear Armrest If equipped To use the armrest lower it d
289. ve speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydroplaning never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others Continued 236 STARTING AND OPERATING HN ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a advanced electronic brake control system that includes the Anti Lock Brake System ABS Brake Assist System BAS Traction Con trol System TCS Hill Start Assist HSA Dynamic Steering Torque DST and Electronic Stability Control ESC All systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESC Anti Lock Brake System ABS This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lockup and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking Refer to Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System in Start ing and Operating for further information Brake Assist System BAS The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicles braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes This can help reduce braking distances The BAS complements the Anti Lock Brake System ABS Applying the brakes very quickly re
290. ver Override Ls 308 General Information 14 General Maintenance o ooo oo 315 Glass Cleaning esec ess cc Harare 347 Hazard Driving Through Flowing Rising or Shallow Standing Wateree ese te ced re hne ee 230 Headlights essc me RR e RUE nee 107 Cleaning iie ocbbecexes vbt er XP Reged ds 347 High B am A Miao ge wed ER undis 159 Passing sis ee ure PERE A ERE RS 108 Heated Mirrors sla cue tpe peed E eas 89 Hill Start Assist isse eee e tem te 238 Holder Cup sar SE ERE RSS e nag 143 HomeLink Garage Door Opener 129 Hood Release 4a dake eR ERES 104 Ignition rr ir AE AS 12 Immobilizer Sentry Key oooooooooo o 13 Infant Restraint s esee e Re ores 57 388 INDEX IN Information Center Vehicle 166 Inside Rearview MirrOT o o oo o oo oooooo oo 85 Instrument Cluster o o ooo oocooooo oo 155 Instrument Panel and Controls 153 Instrument Panel Cover nananana naua 347 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning 348 Interior Appearance Care ooooooooooo mo oo 346 Interior Lighting o ooooooo ooo 109 Introduction kona daa a 4 Jacking Instructions ooooooooooomoooo o 297 Jack Location 0 lille 294 Jack Operati n z edere werk oboe ee ee 294 Jump Starting i o3 bru ea pg a eg ee gd 302 Key Replacement 0 0 000 eere 14 KEYS a ta ns SE OG ioa bad ale
291. ver looks over his her shoulder when using Rear Park Assist Objects such as bicycle carriers etc must not be placed within 12 in 30 cm from the rear fascia bumper while driving the vehicle Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor problem causing a failure indication to be displayed in the instrument cluster a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 WARNING WARNING Continued e Drivers must be careful when backing up even vehicle is not used for towing Failure to do so can when using ParkSense Always check carefully result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles behind your vehicle look behind you and be sure because the hitch ball will be much closer to the to check for pedestrians animals other vehicles obstructions and blind spots before backing up obstacle than the rear fascia when the loudspeaker sounds the continuous tone Also the sensors You are responsible for safety and must continue to could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assem pay attention to your surroundings Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death Before using ParkSense it is strongly recom mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the bly depending on its size and shape giving a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle If it s necessary to keep the ball mount and hitch ball assembly
292. with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry e The transmitter has been tested and it complies with Canada RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following FCC and IC rules Changes or modifications not ex two conditions pressly approved by the party responsible for compli 1 This device may not cause harmful interference e E ae d qu vice 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause unde sired operation The term IC before the certification registration num ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical speci fications were met 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The sunroof has two glass panels the front one is operational and the rear one fixed and is equipped with an electrically operated sun blind The power sunroof and the power sun blind can be operated only with the ignition key turned to the ON RUN position The power sunroof and power sun blind switches are located in the overhead console a A Power Sunroof Switch B Power Sun Blind Switch a UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 WARNING To Open Pull the power sunroof switch for approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the vented position Pull the power sunroof switch a second time for approxi mately one second and release the sunroof will open fully then stop automatically This is called Express Open Du
293. with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle It is supplemented by Warranty Information and various customer oriented documents Please take the time to read these publications carefully Following the instruc tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle The enclosed Warranty Information lists the services that FIAT Group Automobiles offers to its customers the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity e the range of additional services available to FIAT Group Automobiles customers NOTE After reviewing the owner information it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc ing and remain with the vehicle when sold When it comes to service remember that your authorized studio knows your vehicle best has factory trained techni cians and genuine parts and cares about your satisfaction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle s equipment The detailed index at the back of this Owner s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner s Manual INTRODUCTION 5 Cd
294. ws that the Vehicle Security Alarm is fully armed The activation of the Vehicle Security Alarm is followed by a self diagnosis stage If a fault is detected during the self diagnosis stage the horn will sound a second time If the horn sounds a second time check that all doors hood and liftgate are closed correctly then rearm the system 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IM If the Vehicle Security Alarm sounds the horn a second time even when all doors hood and liftgate are correctly closed a fault has occurred in the operation of the system Contact your authorized studio To Disarm The System Press UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter or insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch to the ON RUN position NOTE The Vehicle Security Alarm will not disarm when the metal insert of the key is used on a single door lock cylinder The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle however you can create conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm unexpectedly If you remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the RKE transmitter once the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed after 16 seconds when you pull the door handle to exit the alarm will sound If this occurs press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm Central Lock Unlock Switch Safe Lock Device If Equipped This safety device prevents the operation of the inter
295. ximum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 NOTE The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix or Defrost even if the Air Conditioning A C button is not pressed This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield To improve fuel economy use these modes only when necessary Rear Window Defrosting Press and release the rear window defrost button to turn the function on off The activation of the function is indicated by the rear defrost warning light on the instrument panel switching on The function is automatically deactivated after 20 minutes For versions markets where provided press the rear defrost button to activate defrosting of door mirrors and heated rear window for versions markets where pro vided 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE Do not affix stickers to the inside of the heated rear window over the heating filaments to avoid damage that might cause them to stop working properly Air Recirculation Press and release the Air Recirculation button so that the LED on the button switch is on to enter recirculation mode It is advisable to switch internal air recirculation on while standing in traffic or in tunnels to prevent the introduction of polluted air Do not use the function for a long time particularly if there are many passengers on board to prevent the windows from misting up NOTE Inter
296. you wish to turn the HSA system on or off it can be done using the Customer Programmable Features in the Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC Refer to Elec tronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC in Understand ing Your Instrument Panel for further information A STARTING AND OPERATING 239 DYNAMIC STEERING TORQUE The DST function uses the integration of the ESC system with the electric power steering to increase the safety level of the whole car In critical situations understeering oversteering brak ing with different grip conditions through the DST function the ESC system controls the steering to imple ment an additional torque contribution on the steering wheel to suggest the most correct manoeuvre to the driver The coordinated action of brakes and steering increases the safety and car control feeling NOTE The DST is a driving aid system and does not replace the driver s actions while driving the car Electronic Stability Control ESC This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions ESC cor rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteering or understeering condi tion Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compare
297. your vehicle For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs 392 kg TOTAL FRONT REAR EXAMPLE 1 Combined weight of occupants and cargo from Tire Placard 865 Ibs 865 Ibs MINUS minus minus Combined Occupant s weight Occupant 1 200 Ibs Occupant 1 210 lbs Occupant 2 180 Ibs Occupant 3 150 tbs TOTAL WEIGHT 540 ibs 540 Ibs Occupant 1 200 Ibs Occupant 2 200 lbs TOTAL WEIGHT 400 lbs 400 Ibs STARTING AND OPERATING 253 AVAILABLE Cargo Luggage and Trailer Tongue Weight 195 Ibs 325 Ibs 465 Ibs 811a4d11 254 STARTING AND OPERATING HN WARNING Safety WARNING Overloading of your tires is dangerous Overloading can cause tire failure affect vehicle handling and Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under inflation increases tire flexing and can re sult in over heating and tire failure increase your stopping distance Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle Never overload them Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion TIRES GENERAL INFORMATION j y imn M shock Objects on the road and chuckholes can Tire Pressure cause damage that result in tire failure Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect ve hicle handling and can fail suddenly resulting in loss of vehicle control Unequal tire pressures can cause steering pro
298. ys fully apply the parking brake when leav ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or injury Also be certain to leave a manual transmis sion in REVERSE or first gear Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury 234 STARTING AND OPERATING HN CAUTION If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released a brake system malfunction is indicated Have the brake system serviced by an authorized studio immediately BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost for any reason for example repeated brake applications with the engine off the brakes will still function The effort required to brake the vehicle will be significantly more than that required with the power system operating If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal capability the remaining system will still function with some loss of braking effectiveness This will be evident by increased pedal travel during application greater pedal force required to slow or stop and activation of the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light during brake use Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System ABS The Four Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking con ditions The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock up and to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces The system s pump motor runs du
299. ystem TPMS Sunroof a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 Vehicle Vehicle System Stop Light Clutch Reverse Gear Sunroof Parking Sensor Rear Camera Cavity Fuse in Description Cavity Fuse oe Description Fuse Fuse Number Number 6 F43 20 Amp Bi Directional 11 E37 7 5 Amp Stop Light Switch Yellow Washer Brown Instrument Panel 7 F48 20 Amp Passenger Power Node Yellow Window 12 F49 5 Amp Exterior Mirror 8 F13 75 Amp Left Low Beam Tan GPS Electric Brown Headlamp Leveling Mirror Parking 9 F50 75 Amp Airbag ancor Brown 13 F31 5Amp Climate Control 10 F51 5 Amp Car Radio Switch Tum as a Tan Climate Control 14 F47 20 Amp Driver Power Yellow Window 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HN Rear Interior Fuses i Vehicle E i Mini ar The rear interior fuse panel and is located on the driver s Cavity Fuse Fuse Description side in the rear compartment Number 1 F61 15 Amp Lumbar Regulation Blue Seats 2 F62 15 Amp Heated Seats Blue 3 F64 20 Amp Hi Fi System AE Es Yellow geo 4 F65 20 Amp Sun Blind Yellow 5 F66 20 Amp Sunroof Yellow 6 F90 7 5 Amp Left High Beam Rear Fuse Panel Brown a MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Vehicle Mini Cavity Fuse Description Fuse Number 7 F91 7 5 Amp Right High Beam Brown 8 F92 7 5 Amp Left Fog Ligh

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