• Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the override tab through theaccess port on the center console.
• Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
• The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
• Reinstall the override cover.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
• The manufacturer requires towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFFthe ground
using a flatbed.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle using any other method could result in extensive damage to
the transfer case and/or transmission.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
• If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE/1st gear and REVERSE.
Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without
spinning the wheels, is most effective.
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control or Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), turn the system OFF before attempting to “rock” the vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the engine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL
for at least one minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize
overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts
to free a stuck vehicle.
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between DRIVE/1st gear and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain
damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT3.8L Engine
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant 3.8L MOPAR®Antifreeze/Coolant Five
Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT
(Hybrid Organic Additive Technology)
or equivalent. 13 Quarts (12 Liters)
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle
filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with filter
3.8L API certified 5W-20 engine oil,
meeting the requirements of Chrysler
material standard MS-6395. Refer to
your oil filler cap for correct SAE
Grade. 6 quarts (5.7 Liters)
Fuel Selection 2 Door 87 Octane 18.6 Gallons (70 Liters)
Fuel Selection 4 Door 87 Octane 22.5 Gallons (85 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 3.8L MOPAR
®Engine Oil Filter or
equivalent. —
Spark Plug 3.8L RE14PLP5 (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm]) —
Automatic
Transmission MOPAR
®ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equivalent
licensed ATF+4
®product. —
Manual Transmission MOPAR®Manual Transmission
Lubricant or equivalent meeting the
requirements or Chrysler material
standard MS–9224. —
Transfer Case MOPAR
®ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equivalent
licensed ATF+4
®product. —
Axle differential (front) MOPAR®Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE
80W–90 API GL–5 or equivalent. —
Axle differential (rear) 226 RBI (Model 44) - MOPAR
®Gear
& Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API
GL-5 or equivalent. For trailer towing,
use MOPAR
®Synthetic Gear & Axle
Lubricant SAE 75W-140 or
equivalent. Models equipped with
Trac-Lok™ require an additive. —
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 engine oil 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 X X X X
Inspect the CV joints. XXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X XXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X X X
Inspect the transfer case fluid. X
Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for
police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. XX
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid. Change if using
your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent
trailer towing. XXXX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with
four wheel disc brakes. XXX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi,
fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Change the manual transmission fluid if using your
vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow
plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service
(commercial service), off-road, desert operation or
more than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32 °C). XXX
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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
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 front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals;
replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the ignition cables. X
Replace the spark plugs. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X
Inspect all door latches for presence of grease -
reapply as necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXXX• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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• The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the battery.This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description
J1 — —
J2 30 Amp Pink Transfer Case Module
J3 — —
J4 25 Amp Natural Driver Door Node
J5 25 Amp Natural Passenger Door Node
J6 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Pump Feed/ESP
J7 30 Amp Pink Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Valve
Feed/ESP
J8 — —
J9 40 Amp Green PZEV Sec Motor Feed/Flex Fuel
J10 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Wash Relay/Manifold
Tuning Valve
J11 30 Amp Pink Sway Bar
J13 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw (IOD) — Main
J14 40 Amp Green EBL (Rear Window Defogger)
J15 40 Amp Green Front Blower
J17 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid
J18 20 Amp Blue Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Trans Range
J19 60 Amp Yellow Radiator Fan
J20 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper LO/HI
J21 20 Amp Blue Front/Rear Washer
J22 — Spare
M1 15 Amp Blue Center High-Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL)/Switch Stop Lamp Feed
M2 20 Amp Yellow Relay Trailer Lighting (Stop)
M3 20 Amp Yellow Frt/Rear Axle Locker Relay
M4 ——
M5 25 Amp Natural Power Inverter - If Equipped
M6 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #1/Rain Sensor
M7 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #2 (BATT/ACC
SELECT)
M8 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seat
M9 20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seat (If Equipped)
M10 15 Amp Blue Ignition Off Draw — Vehicle
Entertainment System (IOD-VES),
Satellite Digital Audio Receiver
(SDARS), DVD, Hands-Free Module
(HFM), RADIO, Antenna (ANT),
Universal Garage Door Opener
(UGDO), Vanity Lamp (VANITY LP)
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini FuseDescription
M32 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller
(ORC), TT EUROPE
M33 10 Amp Red Next Generation Controller (NGC),
Global Powertrain Engine Controller
(GPEC)
M34 10 Amp Red Park Assist (PRK ASST), Heater
Ventilation, Air Conditioning Module
(HVAC MOD), Headlamp Wash
(HDLP WASH), Compass (COMPAS)
M35 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors
M36 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet
M37 10 Amp Red Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS),
Electronic Stability Program (ESP),
Stop Lamp Switch (STP LP SW),
Fuel Pump Rly Hi Control
M38 25 Amp Natural Lock/Unlock Motors (LOCK/
UNLOCK MTRS)
TIRE PRESSURES
• Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly
and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle.
• The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening.
NOTE: Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for more information regarding tire
warnings and instructions.
WARNING!
• Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the
recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe
cracking, component separation, or “blow out”. Over-inflation reduces a tire’s
ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause
damage that results in tire failure. Unequal tire pressures can cause steering
problems. You could lose control of your vehicle. Over-inflated or under-inflated
tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of
vehicle control.
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CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
CUSTOMER CENTER
P.O. Box 21–8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004
Phone: 1–877–426–5337
CHRYSLER CANADA INC.
CUSTOMER CENTER
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone: 1–800–465–2001 (English)
Phone: 1–800–387–9983 (French)
ASSISTANCE FOR THE
HEARING IMPAIRED
• To assist customers who havehearing difficulties, the manufacturer
has installed special TDD
(Telecommunication Devices for the
Deaf) equipment at its customer
center. Any hearing or speech
impaired customer, who has access
to a TDD or a conventional
teletypewriter (TTY) in the United
States, can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing
1–800–380–CHRY. Canadian
residents with hearing difficulties that
require assistance can use the special
needs relay service offered by Bell
Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users,
dial 711 and for Voice callers, dial
1–800–855–0511 to connect with a
Bell Relay Service operator.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain, or emit,
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
In addition, certain fluids contained in
vehicles and certain products of
component wear contain, or emit,
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING
•If you are the first registered retail
owner of your vehicle, you may
obtain one free printed copy of the
Owner's Manual, Warranty Booklet or
Radio Manuals on your DVD by
calling 1–877–426–5337 (U.S.) or
1–800–387–1143 (Canada) or by
contacting your dealer.
• Replacement User Guide kits or DVDs or, if you prefer, additional
printed copies of the Owner's
Manual, Warranty Booklet or Radio
Manuals may be purchased by
visiting www.techauthority.com or by
calling 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) or
1–800–387–1143 (Canada). Visa,
Master Card, American Express and
Discover orders are accepted. If you
prefer mailing your order, please call
the above numbers for an order form.
NOTE: A street address is required when
ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes).
NOTE:
• The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the
Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck and Dodge
websites.
• Click on the "For Owners" tab, select "Owner/Service Manuals", then select
your desired model year and vehicle
from the drop-down lists.
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