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•RIGHT Arrow Button
Push and release the RIGHTarrow button
when prompted by the EVIC to Reset Main
Menu features with a reset capability or to
change Personal Settings.
• DOWN Arrow Button
Push and release the DOWNarrow button
when prompted by the EVIC to step through
Vehicle Info submenu or stored system warn-
ing messages or Personal Settings features.
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays
When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays
the following messages:
• Low Tire Pressure
• Low Fuel •
Service TPM System (refer to Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System inStarting and Operating)
• Damaged Key
• Key in Ignition
• Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime)
• Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
• Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
• Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single
chime)
• Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
• Key Fob Battery Low (with a single chime)
• Personal Settings Not Avail. – Vehicle Not in Park —
automatic transmission
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•Transmission Temp — Automatic Transmission Only
• Oil Life Remaining (Automatic Oil Change Indica-
tor)
• EVIC Units Selection
• System Status and Warnings
• Personal Settings
NOTE:
For features in the EVIC that can be reset (Average
Fuel Economy and Elapsed Time), the EVIC prompts a reset
with the RIGHT
arrow button graphic and the word
RESET next to it.
When the RIGHTarrow button is pushed, the
selected feature will reset and RESET ALL will display
next to the RIGHT
arrow button . Pushing the
RIGHT
arrow button a second time will reset both
Average Fuel Economy and Elapsed Time. After three seconds without pushing the
RIGHT
arrow but-
ton, RESET ALL will return to RESET and only the
selected feature will have been reset.
Compass, Outside Temperature Display / ECO
(Fuel Saver Mode) — If Equipped
The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is
facing. Push and release the COMPASSbutton to display
one of eight compass headings, the outside temperature/
ECO if the EVIC display is not already displaying this
screen.
NOTE: The system will display the last known outside
temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to
be driven several minutes before the updated tempera-
ture is displayed. Engine temperature can also affect the
displayed temperature; therefore, temperature readings
are not updated when the vehicle is not moving.
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System Warnings
Displays “SYSTEM OK” if there are no active Warning
Messages stored. Pushing and releasing theDOWN
arrow button when “SYSTEM OK” is displayed
will do nothing. Displays “SYSTEM WARNINGS
PRESENT” if there are active Warning Messages
stored. Pushing and releasing the DOWN
arrow
button when “SYSTEM WARNINGS PRESENT” is
displayed will display each stored warning for each
button push. Push and release the MENUbutton to
return to the Main Menu.
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features)
Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall
features when the vehicle speed is at 0 mph (0 km/h)
(manual transmission) or when the shift lever is in PARK
(auto transmission). Push and release the
MENUbutton until Personal Set-
tings displays in the EVIC.
Use the DOWN
arrow button to display one of the
following choices:
Language
When in this display you may select one of five lan-
guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip
functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Push
the RIGHT button while in this display to select English,
Espanol or Francais. Then, as you continue, the informa-
tion will display in the selected language.
Auto Lock Doors — IF Equipped
When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto-
matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph
(24 km/h). The auto door lock feature can be enabled or
disabled, to make your selection, push and release the
RIGHT button until “On” or “Off” appears.
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•Turn the TUNEcontrol knob to list the top-menu item
to be selected and push the TUNEcontrol knob. This
will display the next sub-menu list item on the audio
device, then follow the same steps to go to the desired
track in that list. Not all iPod or external USB device
sub-menu levels are available on this system.
MUSIC TYPE button: TheMUSIC TYPE button is
another shortcut button to the genre listing on your audio
device.
CAUTION!
• Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any
supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in ex-
treme heat or cold can alter the operation or dam-
age the device. Follow the device manufacturer ’s
guidelines.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Placing items on the iPod or external USB device,
or connections to the iPod or external USB device
in the vehicle, can cause damage to the device
and/or to the connectors.
WARNING!
Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external USB
device while driving. Failure to follow this warning
could result in an accident.
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)
Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the
Uconnect phone system.
Refer to the Uconnect Radio Supplement for further
information on Bluetooth connectivity.
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BRAKE SYSTEM ...................... .480
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .481
▫ Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) . . . .481
▫ Brake System Warning Light ..............481
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............482
▫ Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light ............483
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............484
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................484
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............487
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........488
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..........495
▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..............496
▫ Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped . . .497
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............499
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .499
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........502
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........504
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........505
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ........509
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .509
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................510
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .512
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .512
▫ Tire Types .......................... .513
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped .............514
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ...............515
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▫Tire Spinning ....................... .517
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................518
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ .519
▫ Replacement Tires .....................519
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .......521
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .....522
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .523
▫ Base TPM System .....................526
▫ Premium System — If Equipped ...........529
▫ General Information ....................534
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................534
▫ 3.6L Engine ......................... .534
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................535 ▫
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............535
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .......536
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................536
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................537
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................537
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............538
ADDING FUEL ....................... .539
▫ Fuel Filler Cap ...................... .539
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............541
VEHICLE LOADING ....................541
▫ Certification Label ....................541
TRAILER TOWING .....................544
▫ Common Towing Definitions .............544
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key
Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU-
TRAL, and press the clutch pedal before starting the
vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlock-
ing ignition system. It will not start unless the clutch
pedal is pressed to the floor.
Four-Wheel Drive Models Only
In 4L mode, this vehicle will start regardless of whether
or not the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor. This feature
enhances off-road performance by allowing the vehicle to
start when in 4L without having to press the clutch pedal.
The “4WD Indicator Light” will illuminate when the
transfer case has been shifted into this mode.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
Start the vehicle with the shift lever in the PARK position
(vehicle can also be started in NEUTRAL). Apply the
brake before shifting to any driving range.
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Normal Starting
NOTE:Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine
is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
Cycle the ignition switch to the START position and
release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start
within 10 seconds, cycle the ignition switch to the
LOCK/OFF position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat
the “Normal Starting” procedure.
Tip Start Feature — Automatic Transmission Only
Turn the ignition switch to the START position and
release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor
will continue to run, but will automatically disengage
itself when the engine is running. If the engine fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically in 10 sec-
onds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal
Starting” procedure.
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –22°F Or 30°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-
able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
If Engine Fails To Start
WARNING!
•
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into
the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to
start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire
causing serious personal injury.
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