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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet10 — Lower Glove Compartment 19 — Uconnect® Phone Buttons
2 — Multifunction Lever (External Lights) 11 — Cup Holder20 — Tilt Steering Column Release Lever
3 — Instrument Cluster 12 — USB Charger/12V21 — Horn
4 — Multifunction Lever (Front/Rear Wiper, Trip Computer) 13 — Climate Controls 22 — Mute/Uconnect® Voice Command Buttons
5 — Radio 14 — Lower Switch Ban23 — Cruise Control Switches
6 — Clip Board 15 — Cup Holders24 — Fuse Box Lid
7 — Upper Glove Compartment 16 — Shift Lever25 — Electronic Vehicle information Center (EVIC)
Controls
8 — Passenger Air Bag
17 — USB / AUX
26 — Hood Release
9 — Storage Compartment
18 — Ignition Switch
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•Service (Diesel Only)
• DRL - Daytime Running Light (if equipped)
• Exit Menu
The system allows the driver to select information by
pushing the following buttons mounted on the instru-
ment panel to the left of the steering column:
•MODE Button
Push and HOLD the MODE button for a time longer than
1 second to access/select the information screens or
submenu screens of a main menu item. Push and hold the
MODE button for two seconds to reset displayed/
selected features that can be reset.
EVIC Control Buttons
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Trip Computer
The Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster. It
features a driver-interactive display (displays informa-
tion such as trip information, range, fuel consumption,
average speed, and travel time).
Trip Button
TheTRIP button, located on the right steering column
stalk, can be used to display and to reset the previously
described values.
• A short button push displays the different values.
• A long button push resets the system and then starts a
new trip.
New Trip
To reset:
•Push and hold the TRIPbutton to reset the system
manually. •
When the “Trip distance” reaches 9999.9 miles or
kilometers or when the “Travel time” reaches 999.59
(999 hours and 59 minutes), the system is reset auto-
matically.
• Disconnecting/Reconnecting the battery resets the
system.
NOTE: If the reset operation occurs in the presence of
the screens concerning Trip A or Trip B, only the infor-
mation associated with Trip A or Trip B functions will be
reset.
Start Of Trip Procedure
With the ignition on, push and hold the TRIPbutton for
over one second to reset.
Exit Trip
To exit the Trip function, wait until all the values have
been displayed or hold the MENUbutton for longer than
one second.
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USB Mode (MP3/WMA/AAC)
CAUTION!
To remove devices connected to the USB port, first
select the other audio source. Failure to follow this
procedure can cause damage to the connected device.
Due to the extensive range of makes and models of
storage devices available on the market, not all
devices have compatibility required for proper func-
tioning of Car Radios. Use only quality USB devices.
Due to the extensive range of brands and models of
storage devices available on the market, not all devices
are compatible with proper functioning of the car radio.
NOTE: The car radio is only compatible with USB mass
storage devices that are fully compatible with the USB 2.0
standard. Use quality USB devices only. In USB mode, the radio plays MP3, WMA and AAC files
stored on the device connected to the USB port that is
located on the lower right side of the steering wheel on
the instrument panel.
To enter USB mode, you must push the SRC button.
When you enter USB mode, the display shows
LOAD-
ING while the radio checks whether the connected
device is valid.
If there is no USB device, an invalid USB device, or a
valid device that is defective, the display will show ERR
USB for two seconds and the radio remains in TUNER
mode. If a valid device does not contain any playable
files (i.e. MP3, WMA or AAC), the display will show NO
MUSIC for two seconds and the radio remains in
TUNER mode.
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WARNING!
Do not plug in or remove the iPod® or external
device while driving. Failure to follow this warning
could result in a collision.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the
surface of the steering wheel.The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch and con-
trols the SCAN functions of the sound system.
The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch and controls
the volume of the sound system plus a button to mute the
Sound System.
Remote Sound System Controls
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Rear Window Defrosting
Push the Rear Defrost button to activate heated rear
window defrosting.
This function switches OFF automatically after about 20
minutes or when the engine is turned OFF. It is not
switched on automatically the next time the engine is
started.
If equipped, push the Rear Defrost button to activate
defrosting of door mirrors and heated nozzles.
NOTE:Do not affix stickers to the inside of the heated
rear window over the heating filaments, to avoid damage
that might cause them to stop working properly.
Additional Rear Climate Control — If Equipped
This switch, mounted on the instrument panel to the left
of the steering column, activates the additional rear
heating/air conditioning system vent. NOTE:
The switch must be enabled for operation by the
Upfitter.
Additional Rear Climate Control Switch
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2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger con-versations are examples of noise that may impact
recognition.
3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The microphone is positioned
on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first push either the VR or PHONE button, wait until after
the beep, then say your Voice Command.
5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or PHONE button and saying a
Voice Command from current category.
All you need to control your Uconnect® system with
your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel.
VR And Phone Buttons
1 — Push To MUTE
2 — Push To Initiate Or To Answer A Phone Call, Send Or Re-
ceive A Text
3 — Push To Begin Radio, Media, Navigation, Apps And Climate
Functions
4 — Push To End Call
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................200
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped .....200
▫ Normal Starting .......................200
▫ Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F Or 29°C) ................201
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................201
▫ After Starting ........................201
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .202
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............202
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............203 ▫
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .204
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission .........204
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........214
▫ Acceleration ........................ .214
▫ Traction ............................214
DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............215
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................215
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................215
POWER STEERING .....................217
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ..............218
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