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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II .... 120 Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ................................120
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS ............................ 121
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES ............................................ 122
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................. 122
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ....123
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ........................ 131
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped .................................................131 Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation ...................................................136 Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ........................................................ 138
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .................. 143
Occupant Restraint Systems Features.....143
Important Safety Precautions ...................143Seat Belt Systems ..................................... 144Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...153Child Restraints .........................................163
Transporting Pets ......................................180 SAFETY TIPS ....................................................... 180
Transporting Passengers .......................... 180Exhaust Gas .............................................. 180
Safety Checks You Should Make
Inside The Vehicle ..................................... 181 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ................................... 183STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE .....................................184
Automatic Transmission............................ 184
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition ................... 184
Normal Starting ......................................... 185
If Engine Fails To Start ............................. 187Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F
Or −30°C) ................................................. 188 After Starting .............................................. 188
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ........188
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS –
NON-SRT .............................................................. 188
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS –
SRT ....................................................................... 189
PARKING BRAKE ............................................... 190 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ........................... 191
Ignition Park Interlock ............................... 192Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock
System ....................................................... 192 Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode........................ 192
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission ...... 193
SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED.......................... 199
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ....................... 199
Single-Speed Operating Instructions/
Precautions— If Equipped ........................ 199 Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
(Three-Position Switch) — If Equipped...... 199 Shifting Procedure ..................................... 201
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L/6.4L
ONLY — IF EQUIPPED ........................................ 202
POWER STEERING............................................. 202
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ........... 203 Automatic Mode ........................................ 203
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not
Autostop ..................................................... 204 To Start The Engine While In Autostop
Mode .......................................................... 204 To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start
System........................................................ 205 To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start
System........................................................ 205 System Malfunction................................... 205
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ......................................... 253 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another
Vehicle .......................................................253 Recreational Towing — Rear-Wheel
Drive Models ..............................................254 Recreational Towing — All Wheel Drive
Models (Single-Speed Transfer Case) ......254 Recreational Towing — All-Wheel Drive
Models (Two-Speed Transfer Case) ..........254
DRIVING TIPS ..................................................... 257
On-Road Driving Tips .................................257
Off-Road Driving Tips .................................258
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ....................... 261
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED.... 261General Information ..................................265
BULB REPLACEMENT ....................................... 266
Replacement Bulbs .................................266
Bulb Replacement ....................................268
FUSES .................................................................. 269
General Information ..................................270Underhood Fuses.......................................270 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .......................275
Run Flat Tires ............................................. 276
Jack Location ............................................. 276
Spare Tire Stowage ................................... 277
Spare Tire Removal ................................... 277
Preparations For Jacking .......................... 279Jacking Instructions .................................. 279Road Tire Installation ................................ 283
JUMP STARTING ................................................ 283
Preparations For Jump Start ..................... 284Jump Starting Procedure .......................... 285
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY –
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 286
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .........................287
MANUAL PARK RELEASE .................................. 287
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .............................289
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .......................290 Rear Wheel Drive Models.......................... 292All Wheel Drive Models.............................. 292
TOWING A DISABLED SRT VEHICLE ................293
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .................................................................293
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) .......................293
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING — NON-SRT .............. 294
Maintenance Plan — Non-SRT .................. 294Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle................. 298
SCHEDULED SERVICING – SRT ....................... 298
Maintenance Plan — SRT .......................... 300
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................. 304
3.6L Engine ................................................ 304
5.7L Engine ................................................ 305
6.4L Engine ................................................ 306
Checking Oil Level ..................................... 307
Adding Washer Fluid ................................ 307
Maintenance-Free Battery ....................... 307Pressure Washing...................................... 308
DEALER SERVICE .............................................. 308
Engine Oil .................................................. 308
Engine Oil Filter ......................................... 311Engine Air Cleaner Filter............................ 311Air Conditioner Maintenance .................... 313Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............... 315Body Lubrication ....................................... 316
Windshield Wiper Blades ......................... 316
Exhaust System ........................................ 320
Cooling System .......................................... 321
Brake System ............................................ 325Automatic Transmission............................ 326Front/Rear Axle Fluid ............................... 327Transfer Case ............................................ 327
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the
information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment
ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your
vehicle's equipment.
The detailed Index at the back of this Owner's Manual contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
SYMBOLS
Some vehicle components have colored labels whose symbols indicate
precautions to be observed when using this component. Refer to
“Warning Lights and Messages” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument
Panel” for further information on the symbols used in your vehicle.
ROLLOVER WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of
vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center
of gravity than many passenger vehicles. It is capable of performing better
in a wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in an unsafe manner, all
vehicles can go out of control. Because of the higher center of gravity, if
this vehicle is out of control, it may roll over while some other vehicles may
not.Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other unsafe driving
actions that can cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this
vehicle safely may result in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe
or fatal injury. Drive carefully.
Rollover Warning Label
Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major
cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the US government notes that the
universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by
10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two
million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly
more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.
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(Continued)
SEATS
Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint
System of the vehicle.
MANUAL ADJUSTMENT (FRONT SEATS)
— I
F EQUIPPED
Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/
Rearward Adjustment
Some models may be equipped with a manual
front passenger seat. The passenger seat can
be adjusted forward or rearward by using a bar
located by the front of the seat cushion, near
the floor.
Adjustment Bar
While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar
located under the seat cushion and move the
seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once
you have reached the desired position. Then,
using body pressure, move forward and
rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat
adjusters have latched.
WARNING!
It is 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. In a collision, people riding
in these areas are more likely to be seri -
ously injured or killed.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat
and using a seat belt properly.
WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving
is dangerous. The sudden movement of the
seat could cause you to lose control. The
seat belt might not be adjusted properly
and you could be injured. Adjust the seat
only while the vehicle is parked.
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so
that the shoulder belt is no longer resting
against your chest. In a collision you could
slide under the seat belt and be seriously or
even fatally injured. Use the recliner only
when the vehicle is parked.
WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while driving may be
dangerous. Moving a seat while driving
could result in loss of control which could
cause a collision and serious injury or
death.
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Manual Front Passenger Seatback
Adjustment — Recline
To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on
the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the
desired position and release the lever. To return
the seatback, lift the lever, lean forward and
release the lever.
Recline Lever
Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature —
If Equipped
To fold the seatback to the flat load-floor
position, lift the recline lever and push the
seatback forward. To return to the seating
position, raise the seatback and lock it into
place.
Fold-Flat Passenger Seat
Seats should be adjusted before fastening
the seat belts and while the vehicle is
parked. Serious injury or death could result
from a poorly adjusted seat belt.
WARNING! (Continued)WARNING!
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that
the shoulder belt is no longer resting against
your chest. In a collision you could slide under
the seat belt, which could result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving
is dangerous. The sudden movement of the
seat could cause you to lose control. The
seat belt might not be properly adjusted,
and you could be severely injured or killed.
Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is
parked.
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so
that the seat belt is no longer resting
against your chest. In a collision, you could
slide under the seat belt and be severely
injured or killed. Use the recliner only when
the vehicle is parked.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under a power seat
or impede its ability to move as it may cause
damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may
become limited if movement is stopped by an
obstruction in the seat's path.
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MANUAL ADJUSTMENT (REAR SEATS)
60/40 Split Rear Seat
Second Row Fold Flat Seat
The second row seats can be folded flat to carry
cargo.
Pull upward on the release lever located on the
outboard side of the seat.
Release Lever Fold-Flat Second Row Seat
NOTE:
You may experience deformation in the seat
cushion from the seat belt buckles if the seats
are left folded for an extended period of time.
This is normal and by simply opening the seats
to the open position, over time the seat cushion
will return to its normal shape.
Easy Access For Third Row
Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled
forward to allow passengers to easily access the
third row seats.
1. Pull upward on the release lever to release the seat.
Release Lever
2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located behind the seatback.
Tumble Pull Strap
WARNING!
Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the
top of the seatback. This could impair
visibility or become a dangerous projectile in
a sudden stop or collision.
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Tumbled Second Row
To Raise Rear Seat
Fold the seat rearward to its original position,
and lock it into place.Rear Captain’s Chairs — If Equipped
Second Row Captain’s Chairs Fold Flat Seats
The second row seats can be folded flat to carry
cargo.
Pull upward on the release lever located on the
outboard side of the seat.
Release Lever Fold-Flat Second Row Seats
NOTE:
You may experience deformation in the seat
cushion from the seat belt buckles if the seats
are left folded for an extended period of time.
This is normal and by simply opening the seats
to the open position, over time the seat cushion
will return to its normal shape.WARNING!
Do not drive the vehicle with the second row
seats in the tumbled position. The second
row seats are only intended to be tumbled for
entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to
follow these instructions could result in
personal injury.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely
locked into position. If the seatback is not
securely locked into position the seat will not
provide the proper stability for child seats
and/or passengers. An improperly latched
seat could cause serious injury.
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Folding Third Row
Both third row seats can be folded forward to
increase the cargo area. To lower either seat,
pull on the release handle located on the back
of the seat and lower the seat using the pull
strap located next to the release handle.
Release Handles
Third Row Folded
NOTE:
The second row seats must be in their full
upright position, folded flat or tumbled when
folding the third row seats.
To raise the seat, pull the seat toward you using
the strap located on the back of the seat.
NOTE:
You may experience deformation in the seat
cushion from the seat belt buckles if the seats
are left folded for an extended period of time.
This is normal and by simply opening the seats
to the open position, over time the seat cushion
will return to its normal shape.
POWER ADJUSTMENT (FRONT SEATS) —
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F EQUIPPED
Some models may be equipped with eight-way
power driver and front passenger seats. The
power seat switches are located on the
outboard side of the seat. There are two
switches that control the movement of the seat
cushion and the seatback.
Power Seat Switches
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely
locked into position. If the seatback is not
securely locked into position the seat will not
provide the proper stability for child seats
and/or passengers. An improperly latched
seat could cause serious injury.
1 — Seatback Switch
2 — Seat Switch
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