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EXTERIOR LIGHTS.................................................. 41 Headlight Switch...............................................41
Multifunction Lever ..........................................42
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) —
If Equipped........................................................42
High/Low Beam Switch....................................43
Automatic High Beam — If Equipped ..............43
Flash-To-Pass....................................................43
Automatic Headlights ......................................43
Parking Lights ..................................................43
Automatic Headlights On With Wipers — If
Equipped ...........................................................43
Headlight Delay ...............................................44
Lights-On Reminder .........................................44
Fog Lights — If Equipped ..................................44
Turn Signals .....................................................44
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ..................44
Battery Saver ....................................................45
INTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................. 45
Interior Courtesy Lights ....................................45
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .............. 47
Windshield Wiper Operation ............................47
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ................48
CLIMATE CONTROLS ............................................ 48
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions .........................................................48
Manual Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions .........................................................51
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) ....................................................53 Climate Voice Commands................................53
Operating Tips .................................................54
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............... 55
Storage..............................................................55
USB/AUX Control ..............................................56
Illuminated Cupholders —
If Equipped........................................................56
Power Outlets ...................................................57
WINDOWS ..............................................................58
Power Window Controls ...................................58
Automatic Window Features ...........................59
Reset Auto-Up ..................................................59
Window Lockout Switch ...................................60
Wind Buffeting .................................................60
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ...................... 60
Opening And Closing The Sunroof...................61
Pinch Protect Feature ......................................61
Venting Sunroof................................................61
Sunshade Operation ........................................61
Sunroof Maintenance ......................................61
Ignition Off Operation.......................................61
HOOD .......................................................................62
Opening The Hood ...........................................62
Closing The Hood .............................................62
TRUNK......................................................................63
Opening The Trunk ...........................................63
Closing The Trunk.............................................63
Trunk Safety .....................................................63
Cargo Area Features .......................................64
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER......................................... 65
Instrument Cluster Descriptions ..................... 67
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........................ 67
Location And Controls ..................................... 68
Engine Oil Life Reset ........................................ 69
Performance Shift Indicator
(PSI) — If Equipped ........................................... 69
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Menu Items ...................................................... 70
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode
Message — Electrical Load Reduction
Actions — If Equipped ..................................... 73
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................... 74
Red Warning Lights ..........................................74
Yellow Warning Lights ...................................... 77
Yellow Indicator Lights ..................................... 79
Green Indicator Lights ..................................... 80
White Indicator Lights ...................................... 80
Blue Indicator Lights ........................................ 81
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ....... 81
Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ...................................... 81
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ........................................................... 82

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................... 245
3.6L And 5.7L Engines ................................. 245
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................... 249
3.6L Engine ................................................... 2495.7L Engine ................................................... 250Checking Oil Level ......................................... 251
Adding Washer Fluid ..................................... 251
Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 252
Pressure Washing ......................................... 252
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................................... 253
Engine Oil ....................................................... 253
Engine Oil Filter ............................................. 254
Engine Air Cleaner Filter .............................. 254Air Conditioner Maintenance ....................... 254
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................... 256
Body Lubrication............................................ 256
Windshield Wiper Blades .............................. 257Exhaust System ............................................. 258
Cooling System ............................................. 259
Brake System ............................................... 262
Automatic Transmission ............................... 263
Rear Axle ........................................................ 263
FUSES .................................................................... 264
General Information ...................................... 264Underhood Fuses .......................................... 264
Rear Interior Fuses........................................ 267 BULB REPLACEMENT ......................................... 271
Replacement Bulbs ....................................... 271
Replacing Exterior Bulbs............................... 273
TIRES..................................................................... 275
Tire Safety Information ................................ 275Tires — General Information ........................ 283
Tire Types....................................................... 286
Spare Tires — If Equipped ............................. 287
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 289
Snow Traction Devices ................................. 290
Tire Rotation Recommendations ................. 291
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ................... 291
Treadwear ...................................................... 292
Traction Grades ............................................. 292Temperature Grades ..................................... 292
STORING THE VEHICLE ...................................... 292
BODYWORK ......................................................... 293
Protection From Atmospheric Agents .......... 293
Body And Underbody Maintenance.............. 293Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 293
INTERIORS .......................................................... 294
Seats And Fabric Parts ................................. 294
Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 295Leather Surfaces ........................................... 295Glass Surfaces ............................................. 295
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 296
BRAKE SYSTEM .................................................. 296
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .. 296
Torque Specifications ................................... 296
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ........................................ 297
3.6L Engine ................................................... 297
5.7L Engine ................................................... 297
Reformulated Gasoline ................................ 297Materials Added To Fuel ............................... 298
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ......................... 298
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel
Vehicles ......................................................... 298
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ...... 298Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese
Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline ..................... 299
FLUID CAPACITIES ............................................... 299
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................... 300
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................. 301

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10 Battery Charge Warning Light Úpage 75
Door Open Warning Light Úpage 75
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light Úpage 75
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light Úpage 75
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light Úpage 76
Oil Pressure Warning Light Úpage 76
Oil Temperature Warning Light Úpage 76
Red Warning Lights
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Úpage 76
Transmission Temperature Warning Light Úpage 76
Trunk Open Warning Light Úpage 77
Vehicle Security Warning Light Úpage 77
Yellow Warning Lights
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
Úpage 77
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL) Úpage 78
Red Warning Lights

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS
KEY FOB
Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which
supports Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE), Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ (if equipped), Remote
Start (if equipped), and remote trunk release.
The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the doors
and trunk from distances up to approximately 66 ft
(20 m). The key fob does not need to be pointed at
the vehicle to activate the system. The key fob also
contains an emergency key, which is stored in the
rear of the key fob.
NOTE:
The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if
the key fob is located next to a mobile phone,
laptop, or other electronic device. This may
result in poor performance.
With ignition in the ON position and the vehicle
moving at 2 mph (4 km/h), all RKE commands are disabled.

Key Fob
In case the ignition switch does not change with
the push of a button, the key fob may have a low or
fully depleted battery. A low key fob battery can be
verified by referring to the instrument cluster,
which will display directions to follow
Úpage 305.
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Trunk
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob
once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice within
five seconds to unlock all the doors and the trunk.
To lock all the doors and the trunk, push the lock
button once.
When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals will
flash and the illuminated entry system will be
activated. When the doors are locked, the turn
signals will flash and the horn will chirp.
1 — Unlock
2 — Trunk Open
3 — Lock
4 — Remote Start
5 — PANIC Button
6 — Emergency Key
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NOTE:
If the vehicle is unlocked with the key fob, and
no door is opened within 60 seconds, the
vehicle will relock and the security system will
arm (if equipped).
If one or more doors are open, or the trunk is
open, the doors will lock. The doors will unlock
automatically if the key fob is left inside the
passenger compartment, otherwise the doors
will stay locked.
All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first
push of the unlock button through Uconnect
Settings Ú page 125.
To Unlatch The Trunk
Push the trunk button on the key fob two times
within five seconds to unlatch the trunk.
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
The recommended replacement battery is one
CR2032 battery.
NOTE:
Customers are recommended to use a battery
obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin
battery dimensions may not meet the original
OEM coin battery dimensions.
Perchlorate Material — special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard -
ouswaste/perchlorate for further information.
Do not touch the battery terminals that are on
the back housing or the printed circuit board.

1. Remove the emergency key (2) by sliding the emergency key release (1) on the back of the
key fob and pulling the emergency key out
with your other hand.

Emergency Key Removal
2. Separate the key fob halves using a #2 flat
blade screwdriver or a coin, and gently pry the
two halves of the key fob apart. Make sure not
to damage the seal during removal.

Separating Case With A Coin
Key Fob Battery Replacement

1 — Emergency Key Release Button
2 — Emergency Key

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3. Remove the back cover to access and replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match
the (+) sign on the battery to the (+) sign on the
inside of the battery clip, located on the back
cover. Avoid touching the new battery with your
fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterio -
ration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves together.
Programming And Requesting Additional
Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an
authorized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be repurposed and reprogrammed to
another vehicle.
Only key fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start and
operate the vehicle. Once a key fob is
programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.
Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an
authorized dealer. This procedure consists of
programming a blank key fob to the vehicle
electronics. A blank key fob is one that has
never been programmed.
NOTE:When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer system
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents
unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the
engine. The system does not need to be armed or
activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of
whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
The system uses a key fob, keyless push button
ignition and a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver to
prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore,
only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle
can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The
system cannot reprogram a key fob obtained from
another vehicle.
After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN
position, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for
three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains
on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a
problem with the electronics. In addition, if the light
begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates
that someone attempted to start the engine with
an invalid key fob. In the event that a valid key fob
is used to start the engine but there is an issue
with the vehicle electronics, the engine will start
and shut off after two seconds.
WARNING!
The integrated key fob contains a coin cell
battery. Do not ingest the battery; there is a
chemical burn hazard. If the coin cell battery is
swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns
in just two hours and can lead to death.
If you think a battery may have been swal-
lowed or placed inside any part of the body,
seek immediate medical attention.
Keep new and used batteries away from chil -
dren. If the battery compartment does not
close securely, stop using the product and
keep it away from children.
WARNING!
Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.

For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™
Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in
the OFF position.

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If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal
vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than
10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the
electronics. Should this occur, have the vehicle
serviced as soon as possible by an authorized
dealer.

All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle
have been programmed to the vehicle electronics
Ú page 305.
IGNITION SWITCH
KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™ IGNITION
This feature allows the driver to operate the
ignition switch with the push of a button as long as
the key fob is in the passenger compartment.
The START/STOP ignition button has four
operating positions, three of which are labeled and
will illuminate when in position. The three positions
are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The fourth position is
START. During START, RUN will illuminate.
START/STOP Ignition Button

The push button ignition can be placed in the
following modes:
OFF
The engine is stopped.
Some electrical devices (e.g. central locking,
alarm, etc.) are still available.
ACC
Engine is not started.
Some electrical devices are available (e.g.
power windows). ON/RUN

Driving position.
All electrical devices are available (e.g. climate
controls, etc.).
START
The engine will start (when foot is on the brake
pedal).
NOTE:
If the ignition switch does not change the mode by
pushing the button, the key fob may have a low or
depleted battery. In this situation, a back up method
can be used to operate the ignition switch. Put the
nose side (side opposite of the emergency key) of
the key fob against the START/STOP ignition button
and push to operate the ignition switch.
Depleted Key Fob Battery Procedure

CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not
compatible with some aftermarket remote
starting systems. Use of these systems may
result in vehicle starting problems and loss of
security protection.
1 — OFF
2 — ACC
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NOTE:
With Remote Start, the engine will only run for
15 minutes.
Remote Start can only be used twice.
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low,
the vehicle will start and then shut down in
10 seconds.
The parking lights will turn on and remain on
during Remote Start mode.
For security, power window operation is
disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start
mode.
The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN posi -
tion before the Remote Start sequence can be
repeated for a third cycle.
All of the following conditions must be met before
the engine will remote start:
Gear selector in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Trunk closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
Check engine light shall not be present
PANIC button not pushed
System not disabled from previous Remote
Start event
Vehicle Security system indicator flashing
Ignition in the OFF position
Fuel level meets minimum requirement

Vehicle Security system is not signaling an intrusion
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not illuminated

TO EXIT REMOTE START MODE
To drive the vehicle after starting the Remote Start
system, either push and release the unlock button
on the key fob to unlock the doors, or unlock the
vehicle using Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry
via the door handles, and disarm the Vehicle
Security system (if equipped). Then, prior to the
end of the 15 minute cycle, push and release the
START/STOP ignition button.
The Remote Start system will turn the engine off if
the Remote Start button is pushed again, or if the
engine is allowed to run for the entire 15 minute
cycle. Once the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN
position, the climate controls will resume
previously set operations (temperature, blower
control, etc.).
NOTE:
To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system
will disable for two seconds after receiving a
valid Remote Start request.
For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter ‘n
Go™ — Passive Entry feature, the message
“Remote Start Active — Push Start Button” will
display in the instrument cluster display until
you push the START/STOP Ignition button.
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed
garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains
Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and
colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and
can cause serious injury or death when
inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Operation
of the Remote Start system, windows, door
locks or other controls could cause serious
injury or death.

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