TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)
The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings
Engine/Transmission Max. Frontal AreaMax. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer Tongue Wt.
1
2.4L/AutoSee Note
2
1,000 lbs (450 kg)100 lbs (45 kg)
3.6L/Auto 22 sq.ft. (2.0 sq.m)2,000 lbs (900 kg)200 lbs (90 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
1The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and it should never exceed the weight referenced on
the Tire and Loading Information placard.2Enclosed trailers or open utility trailers with front shields/guards are not recommended for use with four-cylinder engines with an automatic transmission.
Please see your authorized dealer for additional information.
CAUTION!
Towing a trailer with a larger than recommended frontal area could cause the engine to overheat or cause severe engine damage under extreme
conditions.
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JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
Jack Location
• The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor in the trunk.
Spare Tire Stowage
• The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor in the trunk.
• To remove the spare tire, lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down.
Preparations For Jacking
• Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
• Set the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into PARK.
• Turn the ignition to LOCK and turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
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JUMP-STARTING• If your vehicle has a discharged battery it canbe 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 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.
Preparations for Jump-Start
• The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery posts are located on
the right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting.
NOTE: The remote battery posts are viewed by standing on the right side of the vehicle looking
over the fender.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition toLOCK.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
• Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+)post of the
discharged vehicle.
• Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable to the positive (+)post of the
booster battery.
• Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the negative (-)post of the booster
battery.
• Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable to the remote negative (-)post of
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
• 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 remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
• Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable from the negative (-)post of the booster
battery.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
Part Capacities
Engine Coolant 2.4L MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive
Technology) or equivalent. 7.7 Quarts (7.3 Liters)
Includes heater and coolant
recovery bottle filled to
MAX level.
Engine Coolant 3.6L MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive
Technology) or equivalent. 11.6 Quarts (11 Liters)
Includes heater and coolant
recovery bottle filled to
MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil
filler cap for correct SAE grade. 4.5 Quarts (4.4 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting Chrysler Material
Standard MS-6395. Refer to your
engine oil filler cap for correct
SAE grade. 6 Quarts (5.6 Liters)
Fuel Selection – All Engines
(except 2.4L PZEV) 87 Octane
16.9 Gallons (64 Liters)
Fuel Selection 2.4L PZEV 87 Octane 18.5 Gallons (70 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 2.4L & 3.6L MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter or equivalent. —
Spark Plugs 2.4L except
PZEV ZFR5F-11 (Gap 0.043 in
[1.11 mm])
—
Spark Plugs 2.4L with PZEV ZFR5AP (Gap 0.031 in [0.8 mm]) —
Spark Plugs 3.6L RER8ZWYCB4 (Gap 0.043 in
[1.1 mm]) —
Automatic Transmission MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent
licensed ATF+4® product. —
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If
DOT 3 is not available, then DOT
4 is acceptable. Use only
recommended brake fluids. —
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid + 4 or MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equivalent
licensed ATF+4® product. —
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even
if it occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-
road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace
if necessary. XXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X X XXXX
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X XXXX
Inspect the CV joints. XXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X XXXX
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper
looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X X X
Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engines) X X X
Replace the spark plugs (3.6L Engines) X
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or
104,000 miles (169,000 km) whichever comes first. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 104,000 miles
(169,000 km) or 60 months whichever comes first. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule.
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Air Conditioning..............20
Airbag ...................10
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . 9
AudioJack ................30
Audio Settings ............. 27,28
Automatic Headlights ...........17
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . 20 Air Recirculation ............20
Automatic Operation ..........20
Rear Temperature Control ........19
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ................63
Axle Fluid .................63
Belts, Seat .................9
Brake Fluid ................63
Brake System Master Cylinder .............63
Bulb Replacement .............69
Calibration, Compass ...........39
Change Oil Indicator ...........49
Climate Control ..............19
Clock Setting .............. 28,30
Compass Calibration ...........39
Convertible Top ............. 8,21
Convertible Top Manual Override .....21
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ............63
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......18
Cruise Light ................18
Customer Assistance ...........70
Defects, Reporting .............71
Dimmer Control ..............17
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........17
Disarming, Theft System ..........9
Driver Cockpit ...............4
ECO ...................40
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) ..............18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .....46
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ................. 39,40
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System ......24Engine
Compartment ..............61
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........63
Oil ...................63
Oil Filter ................63
Oil Selection ..............63
Overheating ..............49
EventDataRecorder ...........59
Exterior Lights ...............69
Flash-To-Pass ...............17
Fluid Capacities ..............63
Fluid, Brake ................63
Fluids ...................63
Fog Lights .................17
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........58
Front Heated Seats ............15
Fu e
l
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..........49
Gasoline ................63
Specifications ..............63
Fuses ...................66
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....41
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .........49
HardDiskDrive ..............31
Headlights Automatic ................17
Dimmer Switch .............17
HighBeam ...............17
Heated Seats ................15
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch ...................17
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter .................41
Hood Release ...............60
Instrument Cluster Indicators .................7
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights .....46
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) .....66
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....18
Introduction .................2
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control .........38
Bluetooth Streaming Audio .......39
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