-AdaptiveCruiseControl(ACC)ONIndicator
•If your vehicle is equipped with adaptive cruise control, the controls operate exactly the
same as the normal (fixed speed) cruise control with one difference. You can set a
specified distance you would like to maintain between you and the vehicle in front of you.
•IftheACCsensordetectsavehicleahead,ACCwillapplylimitedbrakingoraccelera-
tion automatically to maintain a preset following distance, while matching the speed of
the vehicle ahead.
•If the sensor does not detect a vehicle ahead of you, ACC will maintain a fixed set speed.
•Referto“SpeedControl”in“OperatingYourVehicle”forfurtherinformationon
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON operation and proper use.
NOTE:
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise
control while traveling on highways and major roadways. However, it is not a safety system
and not designed to prevent collisions.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
-DoorAjarIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when a door(s) is left ajar and not fully closed.
Oil Change Due
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n e n g i n e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e “ O i l C h a n g e
Due” message will display for 5 seconds along with a single chime 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.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and 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. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to
return 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.
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NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator
system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
NOTE:
Resetting the oil life can also be done within the "Oil Life" menu under “Vehicle Info.”
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking
the appropriate action:
•Onthehighways—slowdown.
•Incitytraffic—whilestopped,shiftthetransmissiontoNEUTRAL,butdonotincrease
engine idle speed.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:
•Ifyourairconditioner(A/C)ison,turnitoff.TheA/Csystemaddsheattotheengine
cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
•Youcanalsoturnthetemperaturecontroltomaximumheat,themodecontroltofloor
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!
Yo u o r o t h e r s c a n b e b a d l y b u r n e d b y h o t e n g i n e c o o l a n t ( a n t i f r e e z e ) o r s t e a m f r o m y o u r
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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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Main-
tenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable
supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — NON-SRT
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n a u t o m a t i c o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e o i l c h a n g e
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 “Change Oil” or “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).
The “Oil Change Required” message will be displayed in the DID and a single chime will
sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Yo u r a u t h o r i z e d d e a l e r w i l l r e s e t t h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r m e s s a g e a f t e r c o m p l e t i n g t h e
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
“Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or
“Driver Information Dispay (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your
Owners Manual on the DVD for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
or twelve months, whichever comes first.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — SRT
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or
mileages specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle perfor-
mance and reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe
operating conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. Inspection and
service should also be done anytime a malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in forscheduled maintenance.
A“OilChangeRequired”messagewillbedisplayedintheDIDandasinglechimewillsound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.This means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon aspossible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:
•Theoilchangeindicatormessagewillnotmonitorthetimesincethelastoilchange.Change your vehicle's oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, even if theoil change indicator message is NOT illuminated.
•Changeyourengineoilmoreoftenifyoudriveyourvehicleoff-road/trackusageforanextended period of time.
•Undernocircumstancesshouldoilchangeintervalsexceed6,000miles(10,000km)or six months, whichever comes first.
Yo u r a u t h o r i z e d d e a l e r w i l l r e s e t t h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r m e s s a g e a f t e r c o m p l e t i n g t h escheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than yourauthorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under“Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or“Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in yourOwners Manual on the DVD for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Checktheengineoillevel.Referto“MaintenanceProcedures/EngineOil”in“Main-taining Your Vehicle” for further information.•Checkthewindshieldwashersolventandaddifrequired.
Once A Month
•Checktirepressureandlookforunusualwearordamage.
•Inspectthebattery,andcleanandtightentheterminalsasrequired.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,brakemastercylinder,andpowersteering
(6.2L Only), and add as needed.
•Checkalllightsandotherelectricalitemsforcorrectoperation.
At Each Oil Change
•Changetheengineoilfilter.
•Inspectthebrakehosesandlines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
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MirrorsHeated . . . . . . . . . . . . .57, 60MOPAR®Accessories.........220
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . .100, 127New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . .38, 39
Occupant Restraints...........22Octane Rating, Gasoline(Fuel).............195, 196Oil Change Indicator..........164Oil Change Indicator, Reset......164Oil, Engine.........195, 196, 198Capacity..............194Change Interval.......164, 198Checking..............198Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198Filter..........195, 196, 198Filter Disposal...........198Materials Added To........198Recommendation......194, 198Viscosity...........194, 198Oil Filter, Selection...........198Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . .159OutletPower...............151Overheating, Engine..........165
Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Pedals, Adjustable . . . . . . . . . . . .35Performance..............143Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®)...132Phone (Uconnect®)..........132Placard, Tire And LoadingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . .213PowerDeck Lid Release..........17Distribution Center (Fuses)....210Glass Sunroof............60Outlet(Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)....151Seats................28Ti l t / Te l e s c o p i n g S t e e r i n g C o l u m n..37Power Steering Fluid. . . . . . .196, 197Preparation For Jacking........168
Programmable ElectronicFeatures............147, 155Purchase AppsUconnect®Access..........68
Radio...................64Radio (Sound Systems).........64Rain Sensitive Wiper System......41Rear Camera...............52Rear Cross Path.............52Rear ParkSense System.........52Recreational Towing..........152Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198Remote ControlTr u n k R e l e a s e . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)Lock The Doors...........12Unlock The Doors..........12Remote StartingEnter Remote Start Mode......13Exit Remote Start Mode......13How To Use Remote Start......13Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Remote Starting System......13Remote Starting System........13Remote Trunk Release..........17Replacement Bulbs..........217Reporting Safety Defects.......219Resetting Oil Change Indicator....164Restraint, Head.............27
Schedule, Maintenance.....198, 203Seat Belt Maintenance........198Seat Belts................19Adjustable Shoulder Belt . . . . . .19Pretensioners............19Seat Belt Warning..........19Seats...................28Head Restraints...........27Heated...............32Memory...............29Power................28Security Alarm.............163Security Alarm............18Selection Of Coolant(Antifreeze)..........195, 196
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