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In the event that an investigation is undertaken by
Chrysler Group LLC (regardless of initiative), the com-
pany or its designated representative will first obtain
permission of the appropriate custodial entity for the
vehicle (usually the vehicle owner or lessee) before
accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered to
image the data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e.,
pursuant to a warrant). A copy of the data will be
provided to the custodial entity upon request. General
data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes
may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash
databases, such as those maintained by the U.S. govern-
ment and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive
nature, such as would identify a particular driver, ve-
hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential
data will not be disclosed by Chrysler Group LLC to any
third party except when:1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data
with a particular crash record in an aggregate database,
provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter
preserved.
2. Used in defense of litigation involving a Chrysler
Group LLC product.
3. Requested by police under a legal warrant.
4. Otherwise required by law.
Data parameters that are recorded:
•Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status for
electronically-controlled safety systems, including the
airbag system
•Vehicle speed
•Engine RPM
•Brake switch status
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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.
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.
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
for 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.
Airbag 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
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authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
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 dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit the foot well 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 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.
•Always make sure that floor mats are properly
attached to the floor mat fasteners.
•Never place or install floor mats or other floor
coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly
secured to prevent them from moving and inter-
fering with the pedals or the ability to control the
vehicle.
•Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on
top of already installed floor mats. Additional
floor mats and other coverings will reduce the size
of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals.(Continued)
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Al-
ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that
have been removed for cleaning.
•Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the
driver foot well while the vehicle is moving.
Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal
and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle
control.
•If required, mounting posts must be properly
installed, if not equipped from the factory.
Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or
mounting can cause interference with the brake
pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss
of control of the vehicle.
Periodic Safety 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. Inspect the tread and sidewall for
cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Check the tires (including spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
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Seats .............................. 126
▫ Manual Front And Second Row Seat
Adjuster ........................... 127
▫ Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped ..... 128
▫ Manual Lumbar Adjust Lever —
If Equipped ........................ 129
▫ Eight–Way Power Seats — If Equipped ..... 130
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ............ 131
▫ Adjusting Head Restraints .............. 132
▫ Stow ’n Go Seating — If Equipped ....... 136
▫ Easy Access Seating .................. 139
▫ Swivel ’n Go™ Premium Seating —
If Equipped ........................ 140
▫ Second Row Bench Seat — If Equipped .... 148▫
Third Row Power Recline — If Equipped . . . 149
 Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped ........ 153
▫ Setting Memory Positions And Linking RKE
Transmitter To Memory ................ 154
▫ Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With
Memory Seat Only) ................... 156
 To Open And Close The Hood ............ 158
 Lights ............................. 159
▫ Interior Lighting ..................... 160
▫ Parking Lights ...................... 161
▫ Headlights ......................... 161
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ...... 162
▫ Headlights On With Wipers —
If Equipped ........................ 163
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▫Headlight Delay — If Equipped .......... 163
▫ Daytime Running Lights
(Canada/Fleet Vehicles Only) ............ 164
▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .......... 164
▫ Battery Protection .................... 164
▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 165
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 165
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ............... 166
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 166
▫ Smartbeam™ — If Equipped ............ 166
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 167
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ....... 170
 Tilt Steering Column ................... 171 
Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped .......... 172
 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..... 174
▫ To Activate ......................... 175
▫ To Set At A Desired Speed .............. 175
▫ Deactivating Electronic Speed Control ...... 176
▫ Resuming Speed ..................... 176
▫ Varying The Speed Setting .............. 176
▫ Accelerating To Pass .................. 177
 Parksense Rear Park Assist — If Equipped . . . 177
▫ Parksense Sensors................... 178
▫ Parksense Warning Display ............ 178
▫ Parksense Display................... 179
▫ Enabling/Disabling Parksense .......... 182
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped
A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and
vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to
center on the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare 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
set in the day position (toward the windshield).
Manual Rearview Mirror
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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
next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the
dimming feature is activated.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.
Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight
overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
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