When using public charging stations, ensure the charging
station is ready to provide charge and the vehicle is in
PARK before the charge connector is plugged into the
vehicle’s charge inlet. You will hear a “click” when the
charge connector is inserted correctly and is coupled with
the vehicle’s charge inlet. The vehicle should start charging
automatically. If not, please check the instructions at the
charging station.
NOTE:The vehicle should start charging automatically. If
not, please check the following:
• Charging Station – Check the indications and instruc-
tions at the charging station or
• Charging Schedule – Check whether the charging sched-
ule is enabled and if so, whether the vehicle is currently
within the scheduled charge time/date. If the charging
schedule is enabled within the vehicle, you may over-
ride them for this charging event by plugging in the
charge connector, unplugging it, and then plugging it
back into the vehicle charge inlet. Complete the double
plug sequence within 10 seconds for it to override the set
schedule. To stop the charging process:
•
Press the “STOP” button located on the front of the
EVSE station.
• Press the button on the charge connector first and then
remove the connector from the vehicle charge inlet
• Plug the charge handle into the EVSE station and coil the
charging cord onto its holder. Do not leave the charging
cord laying on the ground.
Charging Times
The following factors determine the time it takes to charge
the high voltage battery:
• The high voltage battery’s current state of charge
• The type of EVSE used (Level 1 - 120V or Level 2 – 240V)
• Ambient temperature
• Whether the vehicle is ON during charging
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Oil Temperature Warning Light
Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Oil Temperature Warning Light
This telltale indicates vehicle oil temperature is high. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible.
Oil Pressure Warning Light
Red Telltale
Light What It Means
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 when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not indicate how much oil
is in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................429
▫ Maintenance Plan ...................... .430
▫ Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ............432
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — HYBRID ........433
▫ Checking Oil Level .....................434
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................434
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................435
DEALER SERVICE ...................... .436
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .436
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .438
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................438
▫ Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............439
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............440
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .441▫
Windshield Wiper Blades .................441
▫ Exhaust System ....................... .446
▫ Cooling System ....................... .447
▫ Brake System ........................ .453
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................454
RAISING THE VEHICLE ..................455
TIRES ............................... .455
▫ Tire Safety Information ..................455
▫ Tires — General Information ..............463
▫ Tire Types ........................... .469
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ................470
▫ Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..............472
▫ T
ire Chains (Traction Devices) .............474
▫ Tire Rotation Recommendations ............475
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
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, or extremely hot or cold ambient
temperatures will influence when the “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions 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).
NOTE:Even though the vehicle may not have been driven,
both the fuel in the tank and oil in the engine will still
degrade over time. Additionally, there will be a notification
to the driver if the engine is being run to maintain the oil
and fuel systems.
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 “Vehicle Info” in “Instrument Cluster Display”
in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake
master cylinder, fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page
for the required maintenance intervals.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 429
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be
maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut OFF.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain the
oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the
MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration, or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine
compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the
reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with wind-
shield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate
the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual
washer fluid.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some
washer fluid, apply it to a cloth or towel, and wipe clean
the wiper blades; this will help blade performance.
Windshield Washer Fluid Cap
434 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING!(Continued)
in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylin-
der reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in
a open container absorbs moisture from the air
resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it
to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak-
ing, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the
brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage
painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid. Refer
to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications” for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain the
transmission fluid at the correct level using the recom-
mended fluid.
NOTE:
No chemical flushes should be used in any trans-
mission; only the approved lubricant should be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur-
er ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in
transmission performance and/or durability. Refer to
“Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”
for fluid specifications
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using any
special additives in the transmission. Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its perfor-
mance may be impaired by supplemental additives. There-
fore, do not add any fluid additives to the transmission.
Avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely
affect seals.
454 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
3.6L Engines 16.5 Gallons62 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-20 , API
Certified) 5 quarts
4.7 liters
Cooling System*
3.6 Liter Engine Coolant (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula with deionized,
or distilled water for proper corro-
sion protection) 14.5 Quarts
13.7 Liters
Battery Coolant (Contact your autho-
rized dealer for service) 5 Quarts
4.7 Liters
Power Electronics Coolant (Contact
your authorized dealer for service) 3.7 Quarts
3.5 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant reservoir filled to MAX level.
NOTE: Battery Coolant and Power Electronics Coolant
reservoir require a special tool to service the coolant
system. Contact your authorized dealer for service.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 489
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt........267
Infants And Child Restraints ................255
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......260
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........257
Seating Positions ........................ .259
Using The Top Tether Anchorage .............272
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .486
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .472
Climate Control ........................... .104
Manual ............................... .104
Coat Hook .............................. .138
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................567
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .470
Connector UCI ................................. .521
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ...........521
Contract, Service .......................... .572
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............451
Cooling System ........................... .447
Coolant Capacity ........................ .489
Coolant Level .......................... .451
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................451
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................448
Inspection ......................... .448, 451Pressure Cap
........................... .451
Radiator Cap .......................... .451
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......449, 489, 490
Corrosion Protection ....................... .478
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .................299
Cruise Light .................186, 187, 188, 189, 190
Customer Assistance ....................... .570
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ..............100
Daytime Running Lights ......................95
Dealer Service ............................ .436
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .276
Delay
(Intermittent) Wipers ...................101
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................190
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................... .434
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................423
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................451
Door Ajar ............................... .175
Door Ajar Light ........................... .175
Door Locks Key Fob Emergency Key ....................43
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ........................69
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