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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
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If the light remains on when the parking
brake has been disengaged, and the fluid
level is at the full mark on the master
cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible
brake hydraulic system malfunction or that a
problem with the Brake Booster has been
detected by the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) / Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
system. In this case, the light will remain on
until the condition has been corrected. If the
problem is related to the brake booster, the
ABS pump will run when applying the brake,
and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt
during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve
braking capacity in the event of a failure to a
portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in
either half of the dual brake system is indi-
cated by the Brake Warning Light, which will
turn on when the brake fluid level in the
master cylinder has dropped below a speci -
fied level.
The light will remain on until the cause is
corrected.
NOTE:
The light may flash momentarily during
sharp cornering maneuvers, which change
fluid level conditions. The vehicle should
have service performed, and the brake fluid
level checked. If brake failure is indicated, immediate
repair is necessary.
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS) are also equipped with Elec
-
tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the
event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning
Light will turn on along with the ABS Light.
Immediate repair to the ABS system is
required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be
checked by turning the ignition switch from
the OFF position to the ON/RUN position.
The light should illuminate for approximately
four seconds. The light should then turn off
unless the parking brake is applied or a brake
fault is detected. If the light does not illumi -
nate, have the light inspected by an autho -
rized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking
brake is applied with the ignition switch in
the ON/RUN position. NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake
is applied. It does not show the degree of
brake application.
Battery Charge Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate
when the battery is not charging
properly. If it stays on while the
engine is running, there may be a malfunc -
tion with the charging system. Contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the
electrical system or a related component.
Door Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when a
door is ajar/open and not fully
closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light
on is dangerous. Part of the brake system
may have failed. It will take longer to stop
the vehicle. You could have a collision.
Have the vehicle checked immediately.
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3. If using another vehicle to jump start thebattery, park the vehicle within the
jumper cables reach, set the parking
brake and make sure the ignition is OFF/
LOCK.
Jump Starting Procedure
Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive (+) end of the
jumper cable to the 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.
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.
Suitable Engine Ground (Example Engine Shown) 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has
the booster battery, let the engine idle for
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.
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.
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.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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4. Disconnect the opposite end of the posi-
tive (+) jumper cable from the positive
(+) post of the vehicle with the
discharged battery.
If frequent jump starting is required to start
your vehicle, you should have the battery and
charging system inspected at an authorized
dealer.
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY
— IF EQUIPPED
The fuel filling procedure in case of emer -
gency is described in the “Emergency Refu -
eling Procedure”. Refer to “Adding Fuel” in
“Starting And Operating” for further informa -
tion. The vehicle is equipped with a refueling
funnel. If refueling is necessary, while using
an approved gas can, please insert the refu
-
eling funnel into the filler neck opening.
Refueling Funnel
Inserting Funnel
IF YOUR ENGINE
OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can
reduce the potential for overheating your
engine by taking the appropriate action.
On the highways — slow down.
In city traffic — while stopped, place the
transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not
increase engine idle speed.
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.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature
gauge reads “H,” pull over and stop the
vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer
drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on the “H” and you hear
continuous chimes, turn the engine off
immediately and call for service.
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INDEX
A
Accessories ....................................... 260Mopar ........................................... 260
Active Speed Limiter .......................... 149
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Con -
trol) .................................................. 151
Adding Fuel ...................................... 167
Additives, Fuel .................................. 250
Air Bag ............................................... 99 Air Bag Operation ........................... 101Air Bag Warning Light ....................... 98
Enhanced Accident Response .. 111 , 211
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ............. 211
If Deployment Occurs ..................... 110
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... 107
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ..... 113
Maintenance .................................. 113
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ...... 99
Side Air Bags ................................. 107
Transporting Pets ........................... 127
Air Bag Light ..........................59 , 98 , 129
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 227
Air Conditioner Refrigerant ................. 227
Air Conditioner System ....................... 227
Air Conditioning................................... 43
Air Conditioning Filter .................. 44 , 228
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 44 Air Pressure
Tires ............................................. 233
Alarm Arm The System .............................. 18
Disarm The System .......................... 18
Security Alarm ............................18 , 62
Alarm System Security Alarm ............................18 , 19
Android Auto..............................271 , 302
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................ 254
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 72
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................... 62
Apple CarPlay ............................272 , 303
Arming System Security Alarm ................................. 18
Assist, Hill Start .................................. 78
Audio Jack .................................270 , 276
Audio Systems (Radio) ................262 , 264
Auto Down Power Windows ................... 45
Auto Up Power Windows ...................... 45
Automatic Headlights .......................... 32
Automatic High Beams ........................ 32
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ... 43
Automatic Transaxle .......................... 139 Automatic Transmission......................140
Adding Fluid ..................................259
Fluid Level Check ...........................231
Fluid Type ............................. 231 , 259
Special Additives ............................231
Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........................52
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power
Outlet) ................................................52
Axle Lubrication .................................259
B
Battery ........................................ 60 , 226
Charging System Light ......................60
Belts, Seat ........................................128
Blind Spot Monitoring ..........................80
Brake Assist System ....................... 73 , 84
Brake Control System, Electronic ...........73
Brake Fluid .......................................259
Brake System ....................................230 Fluid Check ........................... 230 , 259
Master Cylinder ..............................230
Parking ..........................................134 Warning Light...................................59
Brake/Transmission Interlock...............140
Bulb Replacement .............................177
Bulbs, Light ......................................130
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