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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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NOTE:
Never use a fast battery charger to start the
engine, as this could damage the electronic
systems of your vehicle, particularly the igni-
tion and engine fuel supply control units.
1. Apply the parking brake, shift the auto -
matic transmission into PARK and turn
the ignition OFF.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnec -
essary electrical accessories.
3. If using another vehicle to jump start the battery, park the vehicle within the
jumper cable’s reach, apply the parking
brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.Jump Starting Procedure
NOTE:
Make sure at all times that unused ends of
jumper cables are not contacting each other
or either vehicle while making connections. Connecting The Jumper Cables
Jumper Cable Connections
1. Connect the positive (+) end of the
jumper cable to the remote positive (+)
post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post
of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-) of the
jumper cable to the negative (-) post of
the booster battery.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other
as this could establish a ground
connection and personal injury could
result.
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump starting
procedure could result in personal injury or
property damage due to battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could
result in damage to the charging system of
the booster vehicle or the discharged
vehicle.
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4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)
jumper cable to a good engine ground
(exposed metal part of the discharged
vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and
the fuel injection system.

5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a
few minutes, and then start the engine in
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence. Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
1. Disconnect the negative
(-) end of the
jumper cable from the engine ground of
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
2. Disconnect the opposite end of the nega -
tive (-) jumper cable from the negative (-)
post of the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the
jumper cable from the positive (+) post of
the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the posi -
tive (+) jumper cable from the remote
positive (+) post of the discharged
vehicle.
5. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote positive (+) post of the
discharged vehicle. If frequent jump starting is required to start
your vehicle, have the battery and charging
system tested at an authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the
negative (-) post of the discharged battery.
The resulting electrical spark could cause
the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury. Only use the specific
ground point, do not use any other
exposed metal parts.
CAUTION!
Do not run the booster vehicle engine
above 2,000 rpm since it provides no
charging benefit, wastes fuel, and can
damage booster vehicle engine.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power
outlets draw power from the vehicle’s
battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular
devices, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in
long enough without engine operation, the
vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently
to degrade battery life and/or prevent the
engine from starting.
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To push or tow the vehicle in cases where the
transmission will not shift out of PARK (P)
(such as a depleted battery), a Manual Park
Release is available.
Follow these steps to use the Manual Park
Release:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Using a small screwdriver, or similar tool,remove the manual park release cover,
located above the gear selector, to access
the release tether strap.
Manual Park Release Cover 3. Fish the tether strap up through the
opening in the console base.
Tether Strap
4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
5. Pull the tether strap up and to the left until the release lever locks into place in
the vertical position. The vehicle is now
out of PARK and can be moved. Release
the parking brake only when the vehicle
is securely connected to a tow vehicle. To Reset The Manual Park Release:
1. Pull upward on the tether strap, releasing
it from the “locked” position.
2. Lower the Manual Park Release lever downward and to the right, into its orig -
inal position.
3. Tuck the tether strap into the base of the console, and reinstall the cover.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the transmission and drivetrain are oper-
able, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing” in the “Starting And Operating” section.

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to
prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars
and other equipment designed for this purpose,
following equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow
bar or other towing device to main structural
members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or associ -
ated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehi -
cles under tow must be observed.

If you must use the accessories (wipers,
defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the igni -
tion must be in the ON/RUN position, not the
ACC position. If the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to
“Manual Park Release” in this chapter for
instructions on shifting the automatic trans
-
mission out of PARK in order to move the
vehicle.
Towing Condition
Wheels OFF The Ground 4WD MODELS
Flat Tow NONESee instructions under “Recreational Towing” in “Starting And
Operating”.
• Automatic Transmission in PARK
• Transfer Case in NEUTRAL
• Disconnect negative battery cable
• Tow in forward direction
Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD
CAUTION!
Do not use sling type equipment when
towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
When securing the vehicle to a flatbed
truck, do not attach to front or rear
suspension components. Damage to your
vehicle may result from improper towing.
If the vehicle being towed requires
steering, the ignition switch must be in
the ACC or ON/RUN mode, not in the
OFF mode.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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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.
Inspect the battery and clean and tighten
the terminals as required.
Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir,
brake master cylinder and power steering
and fill as needed.
Check all lights and other electrical items
for correct operation.At Each Oil Change
Change the engine oil filter.
Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
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.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Plan on the
following pages for the required maintenance
intervals.
Maintenance Plan
NOTE:
Once you have carried out the last interven -
tion in the table, continue with the sched -
uled servicing, maintaining the frequency
indicated in the plan by marking each oper -
ation with a dot or dedicated note. Simply
restarting the maintenance from the start of
the plan may cause the allowed interval to be
exceeded for some operations.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required
maintenance items may result in damage
to the vehicle.
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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.Demanding Vehicle Use
Restore additive level for AdBlue® Diesel
emissions (UREA) (if equipped), when the
lamp is illuminated or the message on the
instrument panel.
Maintenance Plan — Diesel Engine
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance plan on the
following pages for the required maintenance
intervals.
NOTE:
Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining the frequency indicated in
the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note. Simply restarting the maintenance from the start of the plan may cause the
allowed interval to be exceeded for some operations.
CAUTION!

Failure to perform the required maintenance
items may result in damage to the vehicle.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
Change oil and filter
Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
Inspect the CV/Universal joints
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
Inspect exhaust system
Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
Inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessary.
Inspect coolant level.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.0L Gasoline Engine
1 — Brake Fluid Reservoir7 — Battery
2 — Intercooler Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
3 — Intercooler Coolant Pressure Cap 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
4 — Engine Oil Fill 10 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
5 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 11 — Engine Oil Dipstick
6 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 12 — Engine Air Cleaner
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3.6L Gasoline Engine
1 — Brake Fluid Reservoir6 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
4 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 9 — Engine Oil Fill
5 — Battery 10 — Engine Air Cleaner
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