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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 airbags, the pretension-
ers are single use items. After a collision that is severe
enough to deploy the airbags and pretensioners, both
must be replaced.
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert)
If the occupied driver’s seat belt has not been buckled
within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle
speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced Seat
Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) will alert the
driver to buckle their seat belt. The driver should also
instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts.Once the warning is triggered, BeltAlertwill continue to
chime and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for 96 sec-
onds or until the driver’s seat belt is buckled.
BeltAlertwill be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is
unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle
speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).
BeltAlertProgramming
BeltAlertcan be enabled or disabled by your authorized
dealer or by performing the following steps:
NOTE:Chrysler LLC does not recommend deactivating
BeltAlert.
1. With all doors closed, and the ignition switch in any
position except ON or START, buckle the driver’s seat
belt.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
start the engine. Wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to
turn off and then proceed to the next step.
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Airbag System Components
The airbag system consists of the following:
•Occupant Restraint Controller
•Side Remote Acceleration Sensors
•Airbag Warning Light
•Driver Airbag
•Passenger Airbag
•Window Bags above Side Windows
•Steering Wheel and Column
•Instrument Panel
•Interconnecting Wiring
•Knee Impact Bolsters
•Front Acceleration Sensors
•Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners
How the Airbag System Works
•
TheOccupant Restraint Controller (ORC)determines
if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the
airbags to inflate. The front airbag inflators are de-
signed to provide different rates of airbag inflation
from direction provided by the ORC. The ORC will
detect a roll over when equipped with side airbags.
The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic
parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in
the START or RUN positions. These include all of the
items listed above except the steering wheel and
column, and knee bolsters. If the key is in the OFF
position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition,
the airbags are not “on” and will not inflate.
During a moderate-to-severe rear impact the ORC may
deploy the seat belt pretensioners alone.
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•Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag Warning
Light in the instrument cluster for six to
eight seconds for a self-check when the
ignition is first turned on. After the self-
check, the Airbag Warning Light will turn off. If the
ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it
turns on the Airbag Warning Light either momentarily
or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light
comes on again after initial start up.
WARNING!
Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru-
ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to
protect you in a collision. If the light does not come
on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes
on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right
away.
•TheDriver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Unitsare
located in the center of the steering wheel and the right
side of the instrument panel. When the ORC detects a
collision requiring the airbags, it signals the inflator
units. A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to
inflate the front airbags. Different airbag inflation rates
may be possible based on collision severity. The steer-
ing wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of
the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way
as the airbags inflate to their full size. The airbags fully
inflate in about 50 - 70 milliseconds. This is about half
of the time it takes to blink your eyes. The airbags then
quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and
front passenger. The driver’s front airbag gas is vented
through vent holes in the sides of the airbag. The
passenger’s front airbag gas is vented through vent
holes in the sides of the airbag. In this way the airbags
do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
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Maintaining Your Airbag System
WARNING!
•Modifications to any part of the airbag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You could
be injured if the airbag system is not there to
protect you. Do not modify the components or
wiring, including adding any kind of badges or
stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the
upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not
modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure,
or add aftermarket side steps or running boards.
•You need proper knee impact protection in a
collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket
equipment on or behind the knee bolsters.
•It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the
airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system.NOTE:
Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap-
ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Enhanced Accident Response System
If the airbags deploy after an impact and the electrical
system remains functional, vehicles equipped with
power door locks will unlock automatically, the engine
will shut off and the hazard lights will turn on. In
addition, approximately five seconds after the vehicle has
stopped moving, the interior lights will light until the
ignition switch is turned OFF.
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Configuring Power Outlets
To configure the outlets, be sure the ignition is OFF before
removing the fuse. The “reconfigurable” fuse location is a
special design that allows the fuse to be installed in two
different ways. If the fuse is located in theUpper or Top
Positionthe outlets will work at all times. If the fuse is
located in theLower or Bottom Positionthe power
outlets will only work when the ignition is ON.
NOTE:The fuse block is located in the left side kick
panel behind a removable cover near the park brake
pedal. A fuse puller is attached to the inside surface of the
fuse panel cover to aid in removing fuses, if necessary.
Top Fuse Block
1 — 20 Amp Reconfigurable
Fuse3 — Ign = Bottom Location
2 — Battery = Top Location 4 — Yellow Airbag Fuses 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 - Headlight Switch 7 - Radio 13 - Transfer Case Switch*
2 - Air Outlets 8 - Climate Control 14 - Speed Control Switches
3 - Demister Outlets 9 - Rear Washer / Wiper 15 - Hood Release
4 - Instrument Cluster 10 - Power Outlet 16 - Adjustable Pedal Control Switch*
5 - Airbags 11 - Heated Seat Switches* 17 - 115v Inverter Switch
6 - Glove Compartment 12 - Electronic Stability System (ESP) Off
Switch* If Equipped UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201
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Towing Tips — Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-
heating, take the following actions:
City Driving
When stopped for short periods of time, put transmission
in NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
Highway Driving
Reduce speed.
Air Conditioning
Turn off temporarily.
refer to “Cooling System Operating” under “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in Section 7.
SNOWPLOW
Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment
shouldnotbe added to the front end of your vehicle. The
airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in thefront end structure. The airbags could deploy unexpect-
edly or could fail to deploy during a collision.
WARNING!
Do not add a snow plow, winches, or any other
aftermarket equipment to the front of your vehicle.
This could adversely affect the functioning of the
airbag system and you could be injured.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.)
2WD Models
Recreational towing of 2WD models is not allowable.
Towing the vehicle with the transmission in NEUTRAL
can cause severe transmission damage. Removal of the
driveshaft for towing is not recommended since this
allows transmission fluid to leak out.
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD
ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key RemovalLocking Doors With The KeySTEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED To Manually Lock the Steering WheelTo Release the Steering Wheel LockAutomatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System - If EquippedSENTRY KEY
Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationVEHICLE SECURITY ALARM - IF EQUIPPED To Set the AlarmTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATEDENTRY Vehicles Equipped With Power Door LocksREMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) To Unlock the
Doors and LiftgateTo Lock the Doors and LiftgateUsing the Panic AlarmGeneral InformationProgramming Additional TransmittersBattery ReplacementREMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED How to Use Remote StartDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door
LocksChild Protection Door LockWINDOWS Power Windows Auto DownAuto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection (Drivers and Front Passenger Door Only)Window Lockout SwitchLIFTGATE Power Liftgate - If EquippedOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder Belts
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageAutomatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode - If EquippedRear 60/40 Seat Third Row Center Three Point Belt - If EquippedSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
Seat Belt ExtenderDriver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Airbags Event Data Recorder (EDR)Child RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Transporting PassengersExhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make
Inside The VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night MirrorAutomatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedOutside MirrorsOutside Folding Mirrors - If EquippedPower
MirrorsAutomatic Dimming Drivers Outside Mirror - If EquippedHeated Mirrors - If EquippedIlluminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equippeduconnect phone -IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call Featuresuconnect phone FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should
Know About Your uconnect phoneGeneral InformationVOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (VR) - IF EQUIPPED Voice Recognition System (VR) OperationCommandsVoice TrainingSEATS Manual Front Seat AdjustmentManual Front Seat ReclinersManual Lumbar Support
Adjustment - If EquippedAdjustable Head Restraints - All Seating PositionsEight-Way Drivers Power Seat - If EquippedFour-Way Passengers Power Seat - If EquippedHeated Seats - If EquippedSecond Row Bucket Seats - Fold and TumbleSecond Row 40/20/40 Seat -
Fold and TumbleThird Row Seat Bench - If EquippedThird Row 60/40 Folding - If EquippedDRIVER MEMORY SEAT - IF EQUIPPED Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKE Transmitter to MemoryMemory Position RecallTo Disable A RKE Transmitter Linked to Memory
Self-Limiting ControlDriver Easy Exit and Easy Entry ControlTO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Headlight SwitchInterior LightsBattery SaverIlluminated EntryDaytime Running Lights (Canada Only)Lights-On ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedMultifunction Lever
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield WipersWindshield WashersTILT STEERING COLUMN DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED AdjustmentELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED To ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo Deactivate
To Resume SpeedTo Vary The Speed SettingTo Accelerate For PassingREAR PARK ASSIST - IF EQUIPPED Rear Park Assist SensorsRear Park Assist Warning DisplayEnable/Disable The Rear Park AssistService The Rear Park AssistCleaning The Rear Park AssistREAR
BACKUP CAMERA - IF EQUIPPED Turning the Rear Camera On or Off - With Navigation RadioTurning the Rear Camera On or Off - Without Navigation RadioOVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading LightsOVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONIC VEHICLE
INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED Dome/Reading LightsElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - If EquippedCompass/Temperature ButtonGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkGate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing
HomeLinkReprogramming A Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Express Open FeatureWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Configuring Power Outlets115-Volt
Inverter Outlet - If Equipped FLOOR CONSOLE Floor Console FeaturesRear Floor Console Features - If EquippedCARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Management System - If EquippedREAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/WasherRear Window Defrosting
FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK Clock Setting Procedure
AM/FM/CD/DVD RADIO (RER/REN) - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (VR) - If EquippedOperating Instructions - uconnect phone - If EquippedClock Setting ProcedureSALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD
CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)Notes OnPlaying MP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)INFO Button (DISC Mode for
MP3/WMA Play)SALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE ForCD And MP3 Audio PlayNotes on Playing MP3 FilesOperation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
SALES CODE RES/RSC - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio PlayNotes On Playing MP3 FilesLIST Button (CD Mode for MP3
Play)INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) - IF EQUIPPED Connecting The iPodUsing This FeatureControlling The iPod Using Radio ButtonsPlay ModeList Or Browse Modeuconnect studios (SATELLITE RADIO) - IF EQUIPPED
(REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOS ONLY) System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)Selecting uconnect studios (Satellite) ModeSatellite AntennaReception QualityOperating Instructions - uconnect studios (Satellite) ModeOperating
Instructions - uconnect phone (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)uconnect studios (SIRIUS BACKSEAT TV) - IF EQUIPPED VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) - IF EQUIPPED REMOTE SOUND
SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED Radio OperationCD PlayerCD/DVD MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Control Air Conditioning OperationFront Blower ControlFront Mode ControlRear Temperature Control
- If EquippedRear Window Defrosting and Rear Window Washer/WiperAutomatic Temperature Control (ATC) - If EquippedAutomatic ControlLevel Of Automatic ControlManual Control (ATC)Rear Zone Climate Control - If Equipped Rear Rotary Temperature ControlFront
Unit to Rear Unit ChartOperating TipsOperating Tips Chart STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Normal StartingExtremely Cold Weather (below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)If Engine Fails To StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF
EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Brake/Transmission Interlock SystemGear RangesFOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION NV 140 Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions - If EquippedNV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions
- If EquippedShifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES DRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising WaterShallow Standing WaterPOWER STEERING Power Steering Fluid CheckPARKING BRAKE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)Traction Control System (TCS)Brake Assist System (BAS)Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)Electronic Stability Program (ESP)Trailer Sway Control (TSC)ESP/BAS Warning Light and
ESP/TCS Indicator LightTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresTire Pressures for High Speed OperationRadial Ply TiresCompact
Spare Tire - If EquippedLimited-Use Spare - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresSUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION - IF EQUIPPED TIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE
PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) Base SystemPremium System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS Reformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsE-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel VehiclesMMT In GasolineMaterials Added To FuelFuel
System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsFLEXIBLE FUEL (4.7L ENGINE ONLY) - IF EQUIPPED E-85 General InformationETHANOL FUEL (E-85)Fuel RequirementsSelection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline VehiclesStartingCruising Range
Replacement PartsADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) MessageVEHICLE LOADING Certification LabelCurb WeightLoadingTRAILER TOWING Common Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsSNOWPLOW RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) 2WD Models4WD ModelsWHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER JACKING
INSTRUCTIONS Jack LocationRemoving The Spare TireTire Changing ProcedureJUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS - IF EQUIPPED TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Four-Wheel Drive VehiclesTwo-Wheel Drive
VehiclesMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 3.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 4.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 5.7L ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterEngine Air Cleaner FilterMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenanceDrive Shaft Constant Velocity JointsBody LubricationWindshield Wiper
BladesAdding Washer FluidExhaust SystemCooling SystemBrake SystemAutomatic TransmissionTransfer CaseAxlesAppearance Care and Protection From CorrosionFUSES Interior FusesUnderhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power
Module) VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT Headlights/Parking/Turn SignalRear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals And Backup Lights - ReplacementLicense LightsCenter High-Mounted StoplightFog LightsFLUIDS AND
CAPACITIES
U.S Metric
Fuel (Approximate)27 Gal-
lons102 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API
Certified)5 Quarts 4.7 Liters
4.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API
Certified)6 Quarts 5.7 Liters
U.S Metric
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API
Certified)7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Cooling System (Includes
2.1 Quarts/2 Liters for Coolant
Bottle)
3.7L Engine without Rear Heat
(MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula)13.5 Quarts12.9 Li-
ters
3.7L Engine with Rear Heat
(MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula)14.5 Quarts13.8 Li-
ters
4.7L Engine without Rear Heat
(MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula)13.1 Quarts12.5 Li-
ters
4.7L Engine with Rear Heat
(MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula)14.2 Quarts13.5 Li-
ters