WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
You could lose control and have a collision resulting in
serious injury or death.
NOTE: Wheel Valve Stem must be replaced as well when
installing new tires due to wear and tear in existing tires.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with
oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu-
facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent
to the originals in size, quality and performance when
replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on “Tread
Wear Indicators” in this section. Refer to the Tire and
Loading Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for the size designation of your tire. The Load Index
and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the
original equipment tire sidewall.
See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the “Tire Safety
Information” section of this manual for more information
relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire.
It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear
tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously affect
your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the
original wheels.
It is recommended you contact an authorized tire dealer or
original equipment dealer with any questions you may
have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use
equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the
safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
WARNING!
•
Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or speed
rating other than that specified for your vehicle.
Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels
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WARNING!
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You
could lose vehicle control, resulting in severe injury or
death. Driving too fast for conditions also creates the
possibility of loss of vehicle control.
Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a
“mountain/snowflake” symbol on the tire sidewall.If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the origi-
nal equipment tires. Use snow tires only
in sets of four; failure to do so may
adversely affect the safety and handling
of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was
originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be
operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). For
speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to original equipment
or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating
speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures.
While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and
traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer
than that of non-studded tires. Some states prohibit stud-
ded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked before
using these tire types.
Spare Tires — If Equipped
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead
of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit” in “In Case
Of Emergency” for further information.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take
your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a
compact or limited use temporary spare installed.
Damage to the vehicle may result.
Refer to the “Towing Requirements - Tires” in “Starting
And Operating” for restrictions when towing with a spare
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WARNING!
Limited use spares are for emergency use only. Instal-
lation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the
speed listed on the limited use spare wheel. Keep
inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on
your Tire and Loading Information Placard located on
the driver ’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver ’s
side door. Replace (or repair) the original equipment
tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your
vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle
control.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using
mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster
and to prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with the same soap
solution recommended for the body of the vehicle and
remember to always wash when the surfaces are not hot to
the touch.Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by salt,
sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium chloride,
etc., and other road chemicals used to melt ice or control
dust on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap
to wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh chemicals or a
stiff brush. They can damage the wheel’s protective coating
that helps keep them from corroding and tarnishing.
CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes that use acidic
solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh brushes.
Many aftermarket wheel cleaners and automatic car
washes may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel
Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.
When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive
brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of tire and
wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent dam-
age to the wheels. Mopar Wheel Treatment or Mopar
Chrome Cleaner or their equivalent is recommended or
select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for aluminum or
chrome wheels.
416 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
About Your Brakes........................ .428
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .253
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............390
Adding Fuel ............................. .287
Adding Washing Fluid ...................... .374
Additives, Fuel ........................... .431
Adjust Forward ................................48
Rearward ...............................48
AirBag ................................ .191
Advance Front Air Bag ....................191
Air Bag Operation ....................... .193
Air Bag Warning Light .....................190
Driver Knee Air Bag ..................... .194
Enhanced Accident Response .............200, 358
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................358
FrontAirBag .......................... .191
If Deployment Occurs .....................199
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .193
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............201
Maintenance ........................... .201
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............191
Side Air Bags .......................... .194
Transporting Pets ....................... .219
Air Bag Light ...................... .136, 190, 220Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter)
......379
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................380
Air Conditioner Refrigerant ................380, 381
Air Conditioner System ..................... .380
Air Conditioning ...................... .79, 85, 91
Air Conditioning Filter ....................93, 381
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................92
Air Filter ............................... .379
Air Pressure Tires................................. .407
Alarm Arm The System ...................... .35, 36
Panic ..................................22
Rearm The System ........................36
Security
Alarm....................... .34, 140
Alarm System Security Alarm ...........................34
All Wheel Drive Towing ............................... .357
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ..................... .396
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle .................................5
Android Auto ............................ .529
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................389, 436
Disposal .............................. .392
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Bulb Replacement......................... .312
Bulbs, Light .......................... .223, 312
Camera, Rear ............................ .285
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .436
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ........................ .370, 378
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................391
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................219, 433
Cargo Vehicle Loading ......................... .291
Cargo Area Cover ......................... .104
Cargo Compartment ....................... .104
Car Washes .............................. .421
Cellular Phone ............................511
Certification Label ......................... .291
Chains, Tire ............................. .417
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .397
Charging Wireless ...............................118
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .398
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .148
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............219
Checks, Safety ............................ .219
Child Restraint ........................... .202Child Restraints
Booster Seats ........................... .206
Child Seat Installation .....................215
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........212
Infant And Child Restraints .................204
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......208
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........205
Seating Positions ........................ .207
Child Safety Locks ..........................42
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .431
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .416
Climate Control ............................78
Automatic ..............................85
Manual ................................79
Coin Holder ..............................112
Cold
Weather Operation ..................... .232
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .414
Console Floor .................................112
Contract, Service .......................... .536
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............391
Cooling System ........................... .389
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................390
Coolant Level ....................... .389, 392
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Security Alarm......................... .140
Service ............................... .312
Traction Control ........................ .158
Turn Signals ....................67, 71, 146, 223
Vanity Mirror ............................65
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . .138, 146
Loading Vehicle ....................... .291, 292
Capacities ............................. .292
Tires................................. .402
Load Shed Battery Saver On ...................134
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction .............134
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor .............134
Locks Automatic Door ..........................42
Auto Unlock .............................42
Child Protection ..........................42
Power Door .............................37
Low Tire Pressure System .....................172
Lubrication, Body ......................... .384
Lug Nuts/Bolts ........................... .428
Maintenance ...............................99
Maintenance Free Battery .....................374
Maintenance Schedule .............361, 362, 365, 367
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .140, 148 Manual
Service ............................... .538
Media Hub .............................. .510
Memory Feature (Memory Seats) ................50
Memory Seat ..............................50
Memory Seats And Radio .....................50
Methanol ............................... .431
Mirrors ..................................62
Electric Powered ..........................64
Electric Remote ...........................64
Heated .................................65
Outside ................................63
Rearview ........................... .62, 307
Vanity .................................65
Modifications/Alterations Vehicle .................................5
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................172
Mopar Parts ............................. .537
MP3 Control ............................. .510
Multi-Function
Control Lever...................67
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................233
Occupant Restraints ........................ .178
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ...........429, 430, 438
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Oil Change Indicator....................... .128
Reset ................................ .128
Oil, Engine ........................... .376, 438
Capacity .............................. .436
Change Interval ........................ .376
Checking ............................. .373
Dipstick .............................. .373
Disposal .............................. .379
Filter ............................. .379, 438
Filter Disposal .......................... .379
Identification Logo ...................... .377
Materials Added To ...................... .379
Pressure Warning Light ....................139
Recommendation .....................377, 436
Synthetic ............................. .378
Viscosity ....................... .377, 378, 436
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .379
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .379
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .139
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................147
Operating Precautions ...................... .147
Operator Manual Owner’s Manual .......................5,538
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................63
Overheating, Engine ....................... .352Owner ’s Manual (Operator Manual)
...............5
Paddle Shifters ........................... .246
Paddle Shift Mode ......................... .246
Paint Care ............................... .420
Panic Alarm ...............................22
Parking Brake ............................ .235
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .274
Passing Light ..............................68
Passive Entry ..............................38
Personalized Main Menu .....................443
Pets ................................... .219
Pinch Protection ............................99
Placar
d, Tire And Loading Information ...........402
Power Brakes ............................... .428
Deck Lid Release ........................ .101
Distribution Center (Fuses) ..................320
Door Locks ..............................37
Mirrors ................................64
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............115
Seats ..................................48
Steering .............................. .249
Sunroof ................................97
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............60
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Windows...............................94
Power Seats Forward ................................48
Lumbar ................................49
Rearward ...............................48
Recline .................................48
Power Steering Fluid ....................... .438
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................186
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .327
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .187
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .408
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............391
Radio Frequency General Information ................26, 33, 34, 41
Radio Operation ...........................511
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................77
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................... .396
Rear Camera ............................. .285
Rear Cross Path ........................... .166
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .274
Rear Seats, Folding ..........................46
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Towing ............................... .358Recreational Towing
........................ .302
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .431
Refrigerant ........................... .380, 381
Release, Hood ............................ .100
Reminder, Lights On .........................70
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .179
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ..........................35
Panic Alarm .............................22
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........26, 34
Unlatch The Trunk ........................21
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................31
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features ......32
Uconnect Settings .........................32
Remote Trunk Release ...................... .101
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .312
Replacement Keys ....................... .26, 34
Replacement Tires ..........................411
Reporting Safety Defects .....................537
Restraints,
Child.......................... .202
Restraints, Head ......................... .56, 57
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ...................355
Rotation, Tires ............................ .418
550 INDEX