UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features ............... 251
Instrument Cluster — Base ............... 252
Instrument Cluster — Premium ........... 253
Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........... 254
Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) —
If Equipped .......................... 267
▫ CMTC Reset Buttons .................. 268
▫ Compass/Temperature Display .......... 269
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —
If Equipped .......................... 271
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... 273
▫ Fuel Economy ...................... 280
▫ Vehicle Speed ....................... 281
▫ Trip Info .......................... 281
▫ Units ............................. 282
▫ Vehicle Info
(Customer Information Features) ......... 282
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6. Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) or Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display —
If Equipped
Odometer
The odometer display shows the total distance the ve-
hicle 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 reset at zero.Message Display Area
When the appropriate conditions exist, the following
odometer messages will display:
door
............................. Door Ajar
gATE ........................... Liftgate Ajar
LoW tirE ..................... LowTirePr essure
gASCAP ....................... Fuel Cap Fault
noFUSE .......................... Fuse Fault
CHAngE OIL ............... Oil Change Required
CRUISE ..................... Cruise Control On
LoCOOL ........................ Low Coolant
LoWASH .................... LowW asher Fluid
NOTE: Some of the above warnings will be displayed in
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display Area
located in the instrument cluster.
Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Display — If Equipped” for further information.
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2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times
within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the engine, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat these steps.
Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) Display —
If Equipped
On vehicles equipped with Compass Mini-Trip Com-
puter (CMTC), the display provides the outside tempera-
ture, one of eight compass headings to indicate the
direction the vehicle is facing, and the current radio
station. For further information, refer to “Compass Mini-
Trip Computer”. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Display — If Equipped
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-
tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the
instrument cluster. For further information, refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”.
7. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
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 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.
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25. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) LightThis light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. 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 authorized dealer.
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 PARK position, the light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an autho-
rized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is
flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is
required and you may experience reduced performance,
an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle
may require towing.COMPASS MINI-TRIP COMPUTER (CMTC) —
IF EQUIPPED
NOTE:
•The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating, elimi-
nating the need to manually calibrate the compass.
•If the vehicle is equipped with the manufacturers gps
(Navigation Radio), the NAV system will provide the
compass direction, and the variance and calibration
menus will be unavailable. The compass will perform
accurately, based on GPS signals instead of the Earth’s
magnetic field.
The Compass Mini-Trip Computer is located in the
instrument cluster and features a driver-interactive dis-
play (displays information on outside temperature, com-
pass direction, and trip information).
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Power Steering...................... 375
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 494
Car Washes ............................ 501
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..............106,421
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 228
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ..................... 238
Caution, Exhaust Gas ...................... 57
Cellular Phone ....................... 130,328
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 518
Chains, Tire ............................ 404
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 447
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 387
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light) ............................. 259,477
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............ 105
Checks, Safety .......................... 105
Child Restraint ........................ 90,92
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 95Child Safety Locks
........................ 51
Child Seat .............................. 94
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 417
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 503
Climate Control ......................... 328
Clock ............................. 294,303
Coat Hook ............................ 227
Coin Holder ........................... 228
Cold Weather Operation ................... 360
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 327
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 399
Compass ........................ 267,270,283
Compass Calibration .................. 270,283
Compass Variance .................... 269,284
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 281
Connector UCI .............................. 317
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 317
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Mini-Trip Computer................... 267,281
Mirrors ............................... 117
Automatic Dimming .................. 118
Electric Remote ...................... 119
Exterior Folding ..................... 119
Heated ............................ 120
Memory ........................... 162
Outside ........................... 118
Rearview .......................... 117
Vanity ............................ 121
Mode Fuel Saver ......................... 280
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 407
Mopar Parts ......................... 478,544
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 418
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 173
Navigation System (Uconnect™ gps) .......... 195New Vehicle Break-In Period
................ 104
Occupant Restraints ................... 57,82,86
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .............80,82,85
Odometer ............................. 255
Oil Change Indicator ................ 256,257,279
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ...........256,257,279
Oil, Engine ......................... 480,520
Capacity ........................... 519
Change Interval ..................... 481
Checking .......................... 480
Disposal ........................... 482
Filter .......................... 482,520
Filter Disposal ....................... 482
Identification Logo ................... 481
Materials Added to ................... 482
Recommendation .................. 481,519
Synthetic .......................... 482
Viscosity ........................ 481,519
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INDEX 561
Traction Control Switch................... 380
Trailer Towing .......................... 430
Cooling System Tips .................. 443
Hitches ............................ 434
Minimum Requirements ................ 437
Trailer and Tongue Weight .............. 436
Wiring ............................ 440
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 435
Trailer Weight .......................... 435
Transaxle ............................. 363
Automatic ......................... 363
Operation .......................... 363
Selection of Lubricant ................. 521
Transmission ........................... 499
Automatic ......................... 499
Fluid .......................... 499,521
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 26
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 202 Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
........ 20
Transporting Pets ........................ 101
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 402
Trip Computer .......................... 267
Trip Odometer .......................... 255
Turn Signals ................... 174,254,516,517
UCI Connector ......................... 317
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ............. 130
Umbrella Holder ........................ 224
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 547
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 317
Universal Transmitter ..................... 202
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 417
Upholstery Care ........................ 504
Vanity Mirrors .......................... 121
Variance, Compass .................... 269,284
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 427
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INDEX 567