CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer’s recommended fluid may
cause belt slip and result in a complete
transmission failure! Refer to “Fluids, Lubri-
cants, And Genuine Parts” in this section for
fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends
against using any special additives in the trans-
mission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engi-
neered product and its performance may be
impaired by supplemental additives. Therefore,
do not add any fluid additives to the transmis-
sion. The only exception to this policy is the use
of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks. Avoid
using transmission sealers as they may ad-
versely affect seals.CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your trans-
mission as the chemicals can damage your
transmission components. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does
not require adjustment under normal operating
conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required,
therefore the transmission filler tube is capped
and no dipstick is provided. Your authorized
dealer can check your transmission fluid level
using special service tools. If you notice fluid
leakage or transmission malfunction, visit your
authorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the
vehicle with an improper fluid level can cause
severe transmission damage.CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your
authorized dealer immediately. Severe trans-
mission damage may occur. Your authorized
dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid
level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the"Maintenance Schedule"for the
proper maintenance intervals. In addition,
change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans-
mission is disassembled for any reason.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Lubricant Selection
Use only the manufacturers recommended
transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants,
And Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
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Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (CVT) – If Equipped Use only MOPAR CVTF+4 Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use
the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Automatic Transmission (6-Speed) – If
EquippedUse only MOPAR SP-IV M Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct
fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Manual Transmission – If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR Manual Transmission Lubricant meeting the requirements of
FCA Material Standard MS-9602 or FCA Material Standard 9.55550-AV4.
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) We recommend you use MOPAR Gear & Axle Lubricants SAE 80W-90 API GL-5 meeting the re-
quirements of FCA Material Standard MS-9020.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) We recommend you use MOPAR Gear & Axle Lubricants SAE 80W-90 API GL-5 meeting the re-
quirements of FCA Material Standard MS-9020.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR Brake & Clutch Fluid DOT 4, that meets the requirements of
FCA Material Standard MS.90039.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR Power Steering Fluid +4, or MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Maintenance Schedule — Gasoline
Engine
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in
this manual must be done at the times or
mileages specified to protect your vehicle war-
ranty and ensure the best vehicle performance
and reliability. More frequent maintenance may
be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very short
trip driving. Inspection and service should also
be done anytime a malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you
that it is time to take your vehicle in for sched-
uled maintenance.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “CHANgE
OIL” will flash in the instrument cluster odom-
eter and a single chime will sound, indicating
that an oil change is necessary.
The oil change indicator message will illuminate
approximately 7,000 miles (11,200 km) after the
most recent oil change was performed. Have
your vehicle serviced as soon as possible,
within 500 miles (800 km). However, an earlieroil change at 4,500 miles (7,500 km) may be
required if the vehicle is operated under “Se-
vere Duty Conditions” later in this section.
NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not
monitor the time since the last oil change.
Change your vehicle’s oil if it has been 12
months since your last oil change even if
the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you
drive your vehicle off-road for an ex-
tended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil
change intervals exceed 7,500 miles
(12,000 km) or 12 months, whichever
comes first.
Your dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil
change. If this scheduled oil change is per-
formed by someone other than your dealer, the
message can be reset by referring to the steps
described under “Instrument ClusterDescription/Odometer/Trip Odometer” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
information.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes
after a fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on
level ground will improve the accuracy of the
oil level reading. Add oil only when the level
is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and
add if required.
•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.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the
terminals as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir,
automatic transmission, brake master cylin-
der and power steering and fill as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for
correct operation.
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High Beam/Low Beam Select......98
Instrument Cluster............96
License..................280
Lights On Reminder............97
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .129
Map Reading...............99
Park...................136
Passing..................98
Seat Belt Reminder...........123
Security Alarm..........15, 16, 125
Service..................279
Side Repeater..............279
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .130
Traction Control.............193
Turn Signal......60, 96, 97, 136, 280
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description)............126, 136
Locks......................21
Automatic Door..............22
Child Protection..............23
Door....................21
Power Door................21
Steering Wheel..............13
Lubrication, Body...............261
Lug Nuts...................228
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack).........114Lumbar Support................91
Maintenance Free Battery..........258
Maintenance Procedures..........256
Maintenance Schedule.........284, 285
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)..............129
Manual Transaxle..............165
Fluid Level Check............270
Lubricant Selection...........270
Manual Transmission..........166, 269
Fluid Level Check............270
Frequency Of Fluid Change......270
Lubricant Selection...........269
Map/Reading Lights..............99
Master Cylinder (Brakes)..........266
Methanol..................
.210
Methanol Fuel................210
Mirrors.....................65
Automatic Dimming............65
Electric Powered.............66
Exterior Folding..............66
Heated...................66
Outside..................65
Rearview..................65
Vanity...................66Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle.......8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System.......204
MOPAR Parts.................256
Multi-Function Control Lever.........96
Navigation System (Uconnect GPS). . . .149
New Vehicle Break-In Period.........57
Occupant Restraints..............26
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).......210
Oil Change Indicator.............140
Oil Change Indicator, Reset.........140
Oil Filter, Change...............258
Oil Filter, Selection..............258
Oil Pressure Light..............126
Oil, Engine...............256, 280
Capacity.................280
Change Interval.............257
Checking.................256
Disposal.................258
Filter...................258
Filter Disposal..............258
Identification Logo............257
Materials Added To...........258
Pressure Warning Light.........126
Recommendation.........257, 280
322
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.......30
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting.......31
Lap/Shoulder Belts............28
Pregnant Women.............34
Seat Belt Pretensioner..........34
Seat Belt Reminder............27
Seat Belt Maintenance............274
Seat Belt Reminder..............27
Seat Belts.................27, 59
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.........31
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .31
Front Seat............27, 28, 30
Inspection.................59
Operating Instructions..........30
Pregnant Women.............34
Pretensioners...............34
Rear Seat.................28
Reminder.................123
Untwisting Procedure...........31
Seats....................88, 89
Adjustment............88, 89, 90
Heated...................89
Lumbar Support..............91
Rear Folding...............94
Seatback Release............91
Tilting...................91
Security Alarm............14, 15, 125Sentry Key (Immobilizer)...........13
Sentry Key Programming...........14
Service Assistance..............296
Settings, Personal..............142
Shift Lever Override.............244
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission. . . .167
Shoulder Belts.................28
Side Repeater Lights.............279
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters). . . .158
Signals, Turn............60, 136, 280
Snow Chains (Tire Chains).........202
Snow Tires..................198
Sound Systems................145
Sound Systems (Radio)...........145
Spare Tire.............199, 200, 229
Speed Control
Accel/Decel...............104
Resume.................103
Speed Control (Cruise Control).......102
Starting....................165
Automatic Transmission.........165
Engine Fails To Start..........166
Manual Transmission..........165
Remote..................19
Starting Procedures.............165
Steering
Power...................184Tilt Column................101
Wheel Lock................13
Steering Wheel Audio Controls.......149
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls..................149
Storage....................278
Storage Bin..................109
Storage, Vehicle...............158
Stuck, Freeing................243
Sun Roof...................106
Sun Visor Extension..............66
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag . .38
Synthetic Engine Oil.............258
System, Navigation (Uconnect GPS). . . .149
System, Remote Starting...........19
Taillights....................280
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . .153
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo...........112
Tilt
Down....................89
Up......................89
Tilt Steering Column.............101
Tire Service Kit .235, 236, 237, 238, 239, 240
Tires.................60, 195, 199
Aging (Life Of Tires)...........201
Air Pressure...............195
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Chains..................202
Changing.................228
Compact Spare.............199
General Information........195, 199
High Speed...............197
Inflation Pressures............196
Jacking..................228
Life Of Tires...............201
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . .204
Pressure Warning Light.........130
Radial...................197
Replacement...............201
Rotation.................203
Safety...................195
Snow Tires................198
Spare Tire..........199, 200, 229
Spinning.................200
Tread Wear Indicators..........200
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight........216
Towing.....................213
Disabled Vehicle.............247
Guide...................215
Recreational...............223
Weight..................215
Towing Eyes.................245
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome. . . .223
Traction Control................191Trailer Towing.................213
Cooling System Tips..........222
Minimum Requirements.........216
Trailer And Tongue Weight.......216
Wiring...................218
Trailer Towing Guide.............215
Trailer Weight.................215
Transaxle
Automatic.................12
Manual..................165
Transmission
Automatic........168, 169, 267, 268
Fluid................267, 268
Manual..................166
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)....................18
Transporting Pets...............57
Tread Wear Indicators............200
Turn Signals............97, 136, 280
UCI Connector................145
Uconnect
Advanced Phone Connectivity......76
Operation..................68
Phone Call Features............72
Phone Features..............73Things You Should Know About Your
Uconnect Phone..............77
Uconnect (Hands-Free Phone)........67
Understanding Your Instrument Panel . . .119
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)
Connector.................145
Unleaded Gasoline..............210
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.......31
Vanity Mirrors.................66
Variance, Compass..............143
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)......8
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations........8
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) .14, 15
Vehicle Storage.............158, 278
Voice Command
Commands.................86
Voice Recognition System (VR).......85
Warning, Roll Over...............4
Warnings And Cautions.............8
Washer
Adding Fluid...............261
Washers, Windshield.............101
Washing Vehicle...............271
Wheel And Wheel Trim...........272
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care........272
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