9. Test that the child restraint is installedtightly by pulling back and forth on the
child seat at the belt path. It should not
move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any
direction.
Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so
check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if
necessary.
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top
Tether Anchorage (Commercial Vehicle)
This vehicle is equipped with a tether strap
anchorage located behind the front passen-
ger seatback, near the floor. When installing a
forward-facing child restraint, always secure
the top tether strap to the tether anchorage.
1. Look behind the front passenger seat to find the tether anchorage. You may need
to move the seat forward to provide better
access to the tether anchorage. 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most
direct path for the strap between the an-
chor and the child seat. If your vehicle is
equipped with adjustable head restraints,
raise the head restraint, and where pos-
sible, route the tether strap under the
head restraint and between the two posts.
If not possible, lower the head restraint
and pass the tether strap around the out-
board side of the head restraint.
3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as
shown in the diagram.
4. Remove slack in the tether strap accord- ing to the child restraint manufacturer’s
instructions.
Tether Strap Attachment
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WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could
lead to increased head motion and pos-
sible injury to the child. Use only the
anchorage position directly behind the
child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could
harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be
thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a
passenger during panic braking or in a colli-
sion.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in
pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured
by seat belts.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE
CARGO AREA.
WARNING!
• Do not leave children or animals insideparked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury
or death.
• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
In a collision, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of
your vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seat belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They con-
tain carbon monoxide (CO), which is col-
orless and odorless. Breathing it can make
you unconscious and can eventually poi-
son you. To avoid breathing (CO), follow
these safety tips:
• Do not run the engine in a closed garageor in confined areas any longer than
needed to move your vehicle in or out of
the area.
• If you are required to drive with the
trunk/liftgate/rear doors open, make sure
that all windows are closed and the cli-
mate control BLOWER switch is set at
high speed. DO NOT use the recircula-
tion mode.
• If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle
with the engine running, adjust your
heating or cooling controls to force out-
side air into the vehicle. Set the blower
at high speed.
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The best protection against carbon monoxide
entry into the vehicle body is a properly
maintained engine exhaust system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of
the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can
be detected inside the vehicle, or when the
underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged,
have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body ar-
eas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or
mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose
connections could permit exhaust fumes to
seep into the passenger compartment. In
addition, inspect the exhaust system each
time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil
change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make
Inside The Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat belt system periodically,
checking for cuts, frays, and loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immedi-
ately. Do not disassemble or modify the sys-
tem.Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced
after a collision. Rear seat belt assemblies
must be replaced after a collision if they have
been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web-
bing, etc.). If there is any question regarding
seat belt or retractor condition, replace the
seat belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The Air Bag warning lightwill turn on for
four to eight seconds as a bulb check when
the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN.
If the light is either not on during starting,
stays on, or turns on while driving, have the
system inspected at your authorized dealer as
soon as possible. After the bulb check, this
light will illuminate with a single chime when
a fault with the Air Bag System has been
detected. It will stay on until the fault is
cleared. If the light comes on intermittently
or remains on while driving, have your autho-
rized dealer service the vehicle immediately.
Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in
“Safety” for further information.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost
mode and place the blower control on high
speed. You should be able to feel the air
directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster
is inoperable.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit your
vehicle. Only use a floor mat that does not
interfere with the operation of the accelera-
tor, brake or clutch pedals. Only use a floor
mat that is securely attached using the floor
mat fasteners so it cannot slip out of position
and interfere with the accelerator, brake or
clutch pedals or impair safe operation of your
vehicle in other ways.
WARNING!
An improperly attached, damaged, folded,
or stacked floor mat, or damaged floor mat
fasteners may cause your floor mat to
interfere with the accelerator, brake, or
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. X X X X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. X X X X X X X
Inspect front accessory drive belt, tensioner, idler pulley, and replace if necessary. X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air cleaner filter. * X X X X X
Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. X X X X X X X
Change brake fluid every two years.** X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs.*** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first. XX
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X
* Change engine air filter every
10,000 miles (16,000 km) if operated in
dusty and off road environment.
** The brake fluid must be changed every
24 months. This interval is time based only,
mileage intervals do not apply.*** The spark plug change interval is mile-
age based only, yearly intervals do not
apply.
NOTE:
Routine transmission fluid and filter changes
are not required. Under normal operating
conditions, the fluid installed at the factory
will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
112
Accessories..................139
Mopar ...................139
Additives, Fuel ................85
AirBag .....................54 Air Bag Operation .............55
Driver Knee Air Bag ...........56
Enhanced Accident Response . . . .108
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ......108
If A Deployment Occurs .........59
Knee Impact Bolsters ..........56
Maintaining Your Air Bag System . . .60
Transporting Pets ............75
Air Bag Light ...............31, 76
Air Bag Maintenance .............60
Air Conditioning Filter ............25
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ......24
Air Pressure, Tires ..............124
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........137
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...........34
Ashtray .....................27
Automatic Transmission Adding Fluid ..............138
Fluid Type ................138
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet). .26Axle Lubrication
...............138
Battery .....................32
Charging System Light .........32
Belts, Seat ...................76
B-Pillar Location ..............120
Brake Fluid ..................138
Brake System Fluid Check ...............138
Warning Light ...............31
Bulb Replacement ..............88
Bulbs, Light ................78, 88
Camera, Rear .................82
Capacities, Fluid ..............137
Caps, Filler Fuel ....................84
Oil (Engine) ...............114
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..........75
Changing A Flat Tire ..........92, 115
Chart, Tire Sizing ..............116
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety .....75
Checks, Safety .................75
Child Restraint ................61 Child Restraints
Booster Seats ...............63
Child Restraints ..............61
Child Seat Installation .......70, 73
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat
Belt .....................68
Infants And Child Restraints ......62
Locating The LATCH Anchorages . . .67
Lower Anchors And Tethers For
Children ..................65
Older Children And Child
Restraints .................63
Seating Positions .............64
Cigar Lighter ..................27
Cleaning Wheels ..................130
Climate Control ................20
Manual ...................20
Clock Setting .................144
Compact Spare Tire .............129
Contract, Service ..............165
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ............137
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . .137
Cruise Light ..................38
INDEX
167
iPod/USB/MP3 ControlBluetooth Streaming Audio ......150
Jack Operation .............92, 115
Jump Starting ................102
Keys .......................10
Lane Change Assist ..............17
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..............47
Latches .....................78
Hood ....................25
Leaks, Fluid ..................78
Life Of Tires .................126
Light Bulbs ................78, 88
Lights ...................17, 78
AirBag ................31, 76
Brake Warning ..............31
Bulb Replacement ............88
Cruise ...................38
Engine Temperature Warning .....33
Exterior ..................78
Interior ...................18
Low Fuel ..................34
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine) ..............36
Park ..................17, 37 Seat Belt Reminder
...........34
Service ...................88
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(TPMS) ................35, 42
Turn Signal ..............37, 78
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) .............33, 37
Loading Vehicle Tires ...................120
Low Tire Pressure System ..........42
Lug Nuts ...................136
Maintenance Schedule ...........110
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ...................36
Manual, Service ...............166
Media Center Radio .............160
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ......11
Memory Seat ..................11
Memory Seats And Radio ..........11
Monitor, Tire Pressure System .......42
Mopar .....................139
Mopar Accessories .............139
Multi-Function Control Lever ........17
Navigation ..................148 New
Vehicle Break-In Period
........80
Occupant Restraints .............45
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ......137
Oil, Engine ..................137
Capacity .................137
Filter ...................137
Pressure Warning Light .........33
Recommendation ............137
Viscosity .................137
Oil Pressure Light ...............33
Onboard Diagnostic System .........38
Operating Precautions ............38
Overheating, Engine ............106
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual) . . .166
ParkSense System, Rear ...........82
Pets .......................75
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect) ......150
Phone (Pairing) ...............151
Phone (Uconnect) ..............150
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ................120
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ......50
Preparation For Jacking ...........95
Radial Ply Tires ...............125
169
Radio..................143, 160
Presets ..................146
Radio Frequency General Information ...........11
Radio Operation ...............146
Radio (Sound Systems) ..........160
Rear Camera ..................82
Rear ParkSense System ...........82
Rear Seat, Folding ..............11
Recreational Towing .............85
Release, Hood .................25
Reminder, Seat Belt .............46
Replacement Bulbs ..............88
Replacement Tires .............126
Reporting Safety Defects .........166
Restraint, Head ................13
Restraints, Child ...............61
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ........76
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .......78
Safety Defects, Reporting .........166
Safety, Exhaust Gas .............75
Safety Information, Tire ..........115
Safety Tips ...................75
Schedule, Maintenance ..........110Seat Belt
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt
Anchorage .................49
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ......49
Lap/Shoulder Belts ............47
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting .....49
Pregnant Women .............50
Seat Belt Reminder ...........46
Seat Belt Reminder ..............46
Seat Belts .................46, 76
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ........49
Adjustable Upper Shoulder
Anchorage .................49
Child Restraint ..............61
Front Seat ............46, 47, 49
Inspection .................76
Operating Instructions .........49
Pregnant Women .............50
Rear Seat .................47
Reminder .................34
Untwisting Procedure ..........49
Seats ......................11
Adjustment ................11
Easy Entry .................11
Heated ...................
11
Memory ..................11
Rear Folding ...............11 Seatback Release
............11
Tilting ...................11
Vented ...................11
Ventilated .................11
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .....137
Service Assistance .............164
Service Contract ...............165
Service Manuals ...............166
Shift Lever Override .............105
Shoulder Belts .................47
Signals, Turn ...............37, 78
Snow Tires ..................128
Spare Tire ............128, 129, 130
Spark Plugs .................137
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) .............137
Oil .....................137
Speed Control Accel/Decel ................82
Cancel ...................82
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .......80
Steering .....................16
Tilt Column ................16
Wheel, Tilt .................16
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ......149
Storage, Vehicle ................24
INDEX
170
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag. .54
Telescoping Steering Column ........16
Text Messaging ................156
Tilt Steering Column .............16
Tire And Loading Information Placard . .120
Tire Markings .................115
Tires ............78, 123, 128, 132
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..........126
Air Pressure ...............123
Changing ..............92, 115
Compact Spare .............129
General Information .......123, 128
High Speed ...............124
Inflation Pressures ...........124
Jacking ................92, 115
Life Of Tires ...............126
Load Capacity ..............120
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . .42
Pressure Warning Light .........35
Quality Grading .............132
Radial ..................125
Replacement ..............126
Safety ...............115, 123 Sizes
...................116
Snow Tires ................128
Spare Tire .............128, 130
Spinning .................125
Tread Wear Indicators .........126
Wheel Nut Torque ...........136
Tire Safety Information ...........115
Tire Service Kit ...............100
To Open Hood .................25
Towing ......................85
Disabled Vehicle ............108
Guide ....................85
Recreational ...............85
Weight ...................85
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome . . .85
Trailer Towing .................85
Trailer Towing Guide .............85
Trailer Weight .................85
Transporting Pets ...............
75
Tread Wear Indicators ............126
Turn Signals ..................37
Uconnect (Hands-Free Phone) Making A Phone Call ......150, 154 Receiving A Call
............150
Uconnect Phone ........150, 154, 156
Uconnect Voice Command . .154, 158, 160
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ........132
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ......49
Vehicle Loading ...............120
Vehicle Storage ................24
Voice Command ...........154, 160
Voice Recognition System (VR) ..........154, 155, 158, 160
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) .................37
Washers, Windshield .............18
Wheel And Wheel Trim ...........130
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........130
Window Fogging ................25
Windshield Defroster .............76
Windshield Washers .............18
Windshield Wipers ..............18
Wrecker Towing ...............108
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