INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Charging System Light**
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
- Transmission Temperature Warning Light
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**
- Air Bag Warning Light**
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light*
- SERV (Service) AWD Indicator Light
(See page 93 for more information.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
• A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission andaxle) in your vehicle.
• Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
• While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
• The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality
grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of
operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as
an indication to an engine problem or malfunction.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights
• Rotate the headlight switch, located on the instrument panel to the left of the
steering wheel, to the first detent for park-
ing lights
and to the second detent
for headlights
.
• With the parking lights or low beam head- lights on, push the headlight switch once
for fog lights.
• Rotate the headlight switch to “AUTO” for AUTO headlights.
• When set to AUTO, the system automati- cally turns the headlights on or off based
on ambient light levels.
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- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
• If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light remains
on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilome-
ters) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we recommend you drive to the nearest
service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
•
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” starts to flash as soon as the tires lose
traction and the ESC system becomes active. If the light begins to flash during acceleration,
ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your
speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. The light also flashes when TCS is
active. To improve the vehicle's traction when starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it
may be desirable to switch the ESC system to Partial Off mode by momentarily pressing the
ESC Off
switch located below the climate controls, on the switch panel.
- Charging System Light
•
This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light
remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system.
• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four minutes
when this light turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
• 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 authorized service center immediately. 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.
- Air Bag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
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Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
• If a “gas cap” message (shown as Check Gascap) appears, tighten the gas cap until a“clicking” sound is heard.
• If the message continues to appear for more than three days after tightening the gas cap, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
Oil Change Indicator
• Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Due” message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval
may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal driving style
• Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go™. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the MENU
button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled main-
tenance) refer to the following procedure.
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
3. Cycle the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.
Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine).
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 vehicle, the oil change indicator
system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™
• Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.)
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
• Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.
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Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.)
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator
system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
• In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by takingthe appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the
radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge
reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned
off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on HOT (H), and
you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call for service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your
radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when
the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartCapacities
Engine Coolant – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine
Coolant/Antifreeze 10-Year/150,000 Mile Formula. 10.4 Quarts
(9.9 Liters) Includes heater and coolant
recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Coolant –
5.7L Engine (Without Trailer Tow Package) We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine
Coolant/Antifreeze 10-Year/150,000 Mile Formula. 15.4 Quarts
(14.6 Liters) Includes heater and coolant
recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Coolant –
5.7L Engine (With
Trailer Tow Package) We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine
Coolant/Antifreeze 10-Year/150,000 Mile Formula. 16 Quarts (15.2 Liters)
Includes heater and coolant recovery
bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use 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 (5.6 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter –5.7L Engine We recommend you use 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. 7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil
Filters. —
Spark Plug – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
Spark Plug – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
Automatic
Transmission We recommend you
onlyuse MOPAR®
ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Fail- ure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the func- tion or performance of your transmission. —
Transfer Case – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use Shell Automatic
Transmission Fluid 3353. —
Transfer Case – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
Axle Differential (Front/Rear) We recommend you use MOPAR® GL-5
Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85. —
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and
SAE J1703. If DOT 3 is not available, then
DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids. —
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change
indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This
means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short-
trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence
when the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause
the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5 600 km) since last reset. Have
your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the
scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your
authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16 000 km) or
twelve months, whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering andtransmission as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)(Cruise Control) ............33
Airbag ...................17
Air Conditioning ..............37
AllWheelDrive(AWD)...........87
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......95
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . .16
Automatic Dimming Mirror ........31
Automatic Headlights ..........29
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . .37 SYNCTemperatureButton ......38
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ..............118
AxleFluid................ .118
Back-UpCamera.............39
Battery Charging System Light ........95
Belts, Seat .................16
Blind Spot Monitoring ..........39
BrakeFluid............... .118
Brake System Warning Light ............94
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..............29
Bulb Replacement ............128
Calibration, Compass ...........81
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ...........89
Change Oil Indicator ...........96
ChangingAFlatTire...........98
Charging System Light ..........95
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ............94
Child Restraint ..............18
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ......18
Compass Calibration ...........81
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ..........118
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......32
Cruise Light ................32
Customer Assistance ..........129
Defects, Reporting ............130
DimmerControl..............30 Dimmer Switch, Headlight
........30
Disarming, Theft System .........16
ECO....................81
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case . . .87
Electronic Range Select (ERS) ......36
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System ....42
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............32
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .....95
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .............95
Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC)............80,81
Emergency, In Case of Jacking ................98
Overheating .............97
Emergency Key ..............10
Engine Break-In Recommendations .....29
Compartment ............116
Coolant
(Antifreeze) .........118
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine) ............94
Oil ..................118
Oil Filter ...............118
Oil Selection .............118
Overheating .............97
Starting ................15
Stopping ...............15
Event Data Recorder ...........113
Exterior Lights ..............128
Fluid Capacities .............118
Fluids.................. .118
FogLights ................29
Folding Front Passenger Seat ......22
Folding Power Third Row Head Restraints ...............25
Folding Rear Seat ...........23,25
Four Wheel Drive .............87
Operation ...............87
Systems ...............87
Four Wheel Drive Operation ........87
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .........112
Front Heated Seats ............26
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