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Trailer and Tongue Weight
Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in
the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your
vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the
rear can cause the trailer to swayseverelyside to side
which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer.
Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of
many trailer accidents.
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on
your bumper or trailer hitch.
Consider the following items when computing the
weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
•The tongue weight of the trailer.
•The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment
put in or on your vehicle.
•The weight of the driver and all passengers.
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NOTE:Remember that everything put into or on the
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional
factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed
options, must be considered as part of the total load on
your vehicle. Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information”
placard for the maximum combined weight of occupants
and cargo for your vehicle.
Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive-
train components, the following guidelines are recom-
mended:
CAUTION!
•Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles
(805 km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may dam-
age your vehicle.
•During the first 500 miles (805 km) of trailer
towing, limit your speed to 50 mph (80 km/h).
WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to an injury accident.
Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing
as safe as possible:
Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer
and that is will not shift during travel. When traile-
ring cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load
shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to
control. You could lose control of your vehicle and
have an accident.
•When hauling cargo, or towing a trailer, do not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause
a loss of control, poor performance, or damage to
brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspen-
sion, chassis structure, or tires.
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•Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the
frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning corners.
•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade.
When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow
vehicle. Put the tow vehicle transmission in PARK.
Always, block orchockthe trailer wheels.
•GCWR must not be exceeded.
•Total weight must be distributed between the tow
vehicle and the trailer such that the following four
ratings are not exceeded:
1. GVWR
2. GTW
3. GAWR 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized
(This requirement may limit the ability to always
achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a
percentage of total trailer weight).
Towing Requirements — Tires

Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to
“Tires–General Information” in this section for infor-
mation on tire pressures and for proper tire inflation
procedures.
Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres-
sures before trailer usage.
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Materials Added....................... 368
Methanol ............................ 366
Octane Rating ...................... 365,451
Requirements ......................... 365
Specifications ......................... 451
Tank Capacity ........................ 450
Fuel System Caution ..................... 370
Fueling ............................... 370
Fuses ................................ 440
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 165
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............370,410
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge) ................... 202
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 366
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 365
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 366
Gauges Coolant Temperature ................... 209
Fuel ............................... 202 Odometer
........................... 211
Speedometer ......................... 205
Tachometer .......................... 207
Gear Ranges ........................... 297
General Information ...............17,26,122,365
General Maintenance ..................... 413
Glass Cleaning .......................... 439
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...............372,375
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............372,374
GVWR ............................... 372
Hands-Free Phone (uconnect) ............... 94
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 314
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 394
Head Restraints ......................... 131
Head Rests ............................ 131
Headlights .......................... 142,143
INDEX 487
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Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................... 188
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 154
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 144
Tip Start .............................. 291
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 342
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 341
Tire Markings .......................... 337
Tire Safety Information .................... 337
Tires ............................ 83,346,476
Air Pressure .......................... 347
Chains .............................. 353
Changing ............................ 395
Compact Spare ........................ 350
General Information .................... 346
High Speed .......................... 349
Inflation Pressures ..................... 347
Jacking ............................. 395 Life of Tires
.......................... 352
Load Capacity ........................ 342
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 356
Pressure Warning Light .................. 202
Quality Grading ....................... 476
Radial .............................. 349
Replacement ......................... 352
Rotation ............................ 355
Safety .............................. 337
Sizes ............................... 339
Spare Tire ........................... 396
Spinning ............................ 351
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 351
To Open Hood .......................... 140
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 382
Torque Converter Clutch .................. 301
Tow/Haul Indicator Light ................. 207
Towing ............................... 374
24-Hour Towing Assistance ............... 108
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Behind a Motor Home.................. 389
Disabled Vehicle ....................... 404
Guide .............................. 380
Recreational .......................... 389
Weight .............................. 380
Towing Assistance ....................... 108
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home ......... 389
Traction Control ......................... 325
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................. 327
Trailer Towing .......................... 374
Cooling System Tips .................... 389
Hitches ............................. 379
Minimum Requirements ................. 383
Trailer and Tongue Weight ............... 382
Wiring .............................. 386
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 380
Trailer Weight .......................... 380
Transaxle ............................. 294
Automatic ........................... 294 Operation
........................... 294
Transfer Case ........................... 431
Fluid ............................ 431,452
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation .............. 302
Maintenance ......................... 431
Transmission ........................... 296
Automatic ........................... 296
Fluid ............................... 452
Maintenance ......................... 430
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink) ........................... 165
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 20
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 351
Trip Odometer .......................... 211
Trip Odometer Reset Button ................ 210
INDEX 499
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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 RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationVEHICLE SECURITY ALARM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming of the SystemTo Arm the SystemTo Disarm the System
ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) To Unlock the Doors and LiftgateTo Lock the Doors and LiftgateTo Unlatch the Liftgate Flip-Up WindowExpress Down Window Feature - If EquippedUsing the PANIC AlarmProgramming Additional
TransmittersBattery ReplacementGeneral InformationREMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED How To Use Remote StartDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)WINDOWS Power WindowsWind Buffeting
LIFTGATE Liftgate Flipper GlassOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureSeat Belt Pretensioner - If EquippedEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)Automatic Locking Mode - If EquippedEnergy Management
FeatureSeat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - AirbagsChild 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 MirrorsPower MirrorsHeated Mirrors - If
EquippedIlluminated Vanity Mirrors - If EquippedSun Visor Slide-On Rod Feature - If Equippeduconnect phone - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call Featuresuconnect phone FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your uconnect phoneGeneral
InformationVOICE RECOGNITION (VR) SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Voice Recognition (VR) System OperationCommandsVoice TrainingSEATS Manual Front Seat AdjustmentsRecliner AdjustmentLumbar Support - If EquippedFold-Flat Front Passenger Seat - If Equipped
Power Seat - If EquippedHead RestraintsHeated Seats - If Equipped60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat with Fold-Flat FeatureDRIVER MEMORY SEAT - IF EQUIPPED Programming the Memory FeatureLinking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter to Memory
Memory Position RecallEasy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only)TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Exterior and Interior Lighting ControlHeadlights and Parking LightsAutomatic Headlights - If EquippedHeadlights with Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)Headlight Time Delay - If EquippedDaytime Running Lights (DRL) - If EquippedLights-On ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedTurn SignalsHigh Beam/Low Beam Select SwitchFlash-To-PassInterior LightsWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent
Wiper SystemMist FeatureHeadlights with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)Rain Sensing Wipers - If EquippedWindshield WashersTILT STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED To ActivateTo Set a Desired SpeedTo Deactivate
To Resume SpeedTo Vary the Speed SettingTo Accelerate for PassingREAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED System Usage PrecautionsEnabling and Disabling the SystemSystem OperationGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkGate
Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming A Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Opening Sunroof - ExpressOpening Sunroof - Manual ModeClosing Sunroof - ExpressClosing
Sunroof - Manual ModePinch Protect FeaturePinch Protect OverrideVenting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade OperationWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceIgnition Off OperationSKY SLIDER FULL LENGTH OPEN ROOF Sky Slider Usage PrecautionsSky Slider ControlOpening
the Sky SliderClosing the Sky SliderAnti-Pinch Protect FeatureWind BuffetingSky Slider MaintenanceELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET POWER INVERTER - IF EQUIPPED CUPHOLDERS STORAGE Front Storage CompartmentConsole Storage CompartmentCARGO AREA
FEATURES Cargo Load FloorREAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/Washer - If EquippedRear Window DefrosterROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) DisplaysOil Change RequiredTrip FunctionsCompass DisplayPersonal Settings
(Customer-Programmable Features)SALES 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 On Playing MP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)
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 RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3
AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio PlayNotes on Playing MP3 FilesOperation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeSALES 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)uconnect 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)REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED Right-Hand Switch FunctionsLeft-Hand Switch Functions for Radio Operation
Left-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e., CD) OperationCD/DVD MAINTENANCE CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - If Equipped Operating TipsSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING
PROCEDURES Normal StartingExtreme Cold Weather (below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)If Engine Fails to StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock SystemBrake/Transmission
Interlock Manual Override4-Speed Automatic TransmissionFOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION MP1522 Command-Trac Transfer Case - If EquippedMP3022 Selec-Trac II Transfer Case - If EquippedON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS When To Use 4WD
LOW RangeDriving Through WaterDriving In Snow, Mud and SandHill ClimbingTraction DownhillAfter Driving Off-RoadPOWER 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)Trailer Sway Control (TSC) - If EquippedHill Start Assist (HSA)Hill Descent Control (HDC) - If EquippedElectronic Stability Program (ESP)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 Tires
Compact Spare Tire - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife Of TireReplacement TiresTIRE CHAINS 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 WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
VEHICLE LOADING Certification LabelTRAILER TOWING Common Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing - Two-Wheel Drive ModelsTowing - Four-Wheel Drive ModelsWHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack LocationSpare Tire StowageSpare Tire
RemovalPreparations For JackingJacking InstructionsJUMP-STARTING TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 3.7L 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 MaintenanceA/C Air Filter - If EquippedBody
LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesAdding Washer FluidExhaust SystemCooling SystemBrake SystemAutomatic TransmissionTransfer CaseFront/Rear Axle FluidSky SliderTop CareAppearance Care and Protection from CorrosionFUSES Totally Integrated Power Module
(TIPM)REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT HeadlightFront Turn Signal and Front Side Marker LightsFront Fog LightRear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal, and Back-Up LightsFLUID CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassis
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For
The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE Chrysler LLC Customer CenterChrysler Canada Inc. Customer CenterIn Mexico contactCustomer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)Service Contract
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington, D.CIn CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX