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REFUELING THE VEHICLE
1. Push the fuel filler door release switch
(located in the driver's door map pocket).
Fuel Filler Door Release Switch
2. Open the fuel filler door.
Fuel Filler Location
NOTE:In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel
door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on
the fuel door to break the ice buildup and
re-release the fuel door using the inside release
button. Do not pry on the door.
3. There is no fuel filler cap. Two flapper doors inside the pipe seal the system.
4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper doors
while refueling.
5. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full.
6. Maintain nozzle in filler for five seconds to allow nozzle to drain.
7. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door.
NOTE:A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the
spare tire area) to open the flapper doors to allow
for emergency refueling with a gas can.EMERGENCY FUEL FILLER DOOR
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ELEASE
If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use
the fuel filler door emergency release located in
the trunk.
WARNING!
Never have any smoking materials lit in or
near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or
the tank is being filled.
Never add fuel when the engine is running.
This is in violation of most state and federal
fire regulations and may cause the Malfunc -
tion Indicator Light to turn on.
A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle.
You could be burned. Always place fuel
containers on the ground while filling.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top
off” the fuel tank after filling.
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Follow the steps below to open the fuel door in
case of an emergency:
1. Open the trunk.
2. Remove the access cover (located on the left side inner trim panel).
Access Cover
3. Pull the release cable.
Release Cable
VEHICLE LOADING
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown
on the “Vehicle Certification Label”. This
information should be used for passenger and
luggage loading as indicated.
Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR).
VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL
Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label
affixed to the drivers side B-pillar or the rear of the
driver’s door.
The label contains the following information:
Name of manufacturer.
Month and year of manufacture.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Type of vehicle.
Month, Day, and Hour of manufacture (MDH).
The bar code allows a computer scanner to read
the VIN.
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING
(GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your
vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, and
cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do
not exceed the GVWR.
GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front
and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front
and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not
exceed either front or rear GAWR.
OVERLOADING
The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires,
wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide
satisfactory service as long as you do not exceed
the GVWR and the front and rear GAWR.
WARNING!
Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is
important that you do not exceed the maximum
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving
condition can result if either rating is exceeded.
You could lose control of the vehicle and have a
collision.
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Folding Rear Seats
.......................................... 30Forward Collision Warning............................. 155Four-Way Hazard Flasher............................... 193Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 206Fuel............................................................... 264Additives................................................... 265Clean Air.................................................... 265Ethanol...................................................... 265Gasoline.................................................... 264Gauge.......................................................... 80Materials Added........................................ 265Methanol................................................... 265Octane Rating................................. 264, 268Requirements........................................... 264Specifications............................................ 268Tank Capacity............................................ 267Fuses............................................................. 228
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink).................... 40Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 265Gasoline, Reformulated................................. 265Gauges Fuel............................................................. 80Gear Ranges.................................................... 93Glass Cleaning............................................... 262Gross Axle Weight Rating..................... 119, 121Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 119, 120GVWR............................................................ 119
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HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
.................................... 127Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 193Head Restraints........................................ 35, 36Head Rests............................................... 35, 36Headlights.................................................... 240Automatic.................................................... 46Cleaning................................................... 260High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.......... 45Lights On Reminder..................................... 47On With Wipers............................................ 46Passing........................................................ 46Switch.......................................................... 44Time Delay................................................... 46Washers................................................... 216Heated Mirrors................................................. 39Heated Seats................................................... 33Heater, Engine Block....................................... 89
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch... 45
Hill Start Assist.............................................. 150HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 122Holder, Coin..................................................... 57HomeLink (Garage Door Opener)..................... 40Hood Prop........................................................ 65Hood Release.................................................. 65
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Ignition.............................................................15Switch..........................................................15Inside Rearview Mirror........................... 37, 193Instrument Cluster....................................68, 70Descriptions.................................................83Display.................................................. 70, 73Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning................... 262Interior Appearance Care.............................. 261Interior Lights...................................................48
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Jack Location................................................ 198Jack Operation.............................................. 198Jacking Instructions...................................... 198Jump Starting................................................ 201
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Key FobArm The System
...........................................19Unlatch The Trunk.......................................13Key Fob Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry)....................................13Keyless Enter 'n Go™................................ 23, 86Enter The Trunk...........................................13Passive Entry...............................................23Passive Entry Programming.........................23Keys.................................................................12Replacement...............................................14
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.......................................................... 8Monitor, Tire Pressure System....................... 157Mopar Parts................................................... 272MP3 Control.................................................... 58Multi-Function Control Lever............................ 45
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New Vehicle Break-In Period............................ 89
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Occupant Restraints...................................... 160Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............ 264, 268Oil Change Indicator........................................ 72Reset........................................................... 72Oil Filter, Change........................................... 218Oil Filter, Selection......................................... 218Oil Pressure Light............................................ 79Oil, Engine........................................... 217, 268Capacity.................................................... 267Checking................................................... 216Dipstick..................................................... 216Disposal.................................................... 218Filter................................................ 218, 268Filter Disposal........................................... 218Identification Logo..................................... 218Materials Added To................................... 218Pressure Warning Light............................... 79
Recommendation............................ 217, 267Synthetic.................................................. 218Viscosity................................................... 267Onboard Diagnostic System............................. 84Operating Precautions..................................... 84Operator ManualOwner's Manual........................................ 273Outside Rearview Mirrors................................ 38Overheating, Engine...................................... 204
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Paddle Shift Mode........................................... 96Paddle Shifters................................................ 96Paint Care..................................................... 260Parking Brake.................................................. 90ParkSense System, Rear.............................. 108Passive Entry................................................... 23Pets.............................................................. 189Placard, Tire And Loading Information.......... 247PowerBrakes...................................................... 263Deck Lid Release......................................... 65Distribution Center (Fuses)....................... 234Door Locks.................................................. 22Mirrors......................................................... 38Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)................ 60
Seats...........................................................31Steering.......................................................97Sunroof........................................................63Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column................26Windows......................................................61Power SeatsForward.......................................................32Lumbar........................................................32Rearward.....................................................32Recline.........................................................32Pregnant Women And Seat Belts.................. 165Preparation For Jacking................................ 197PretensionersSeat Belts................................................. 166
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Radial Ply Tires.............................................. 251Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)............ 225Radio Operation............................................ 144Rain Sensitive Wiper System...........................51Rear Axle (Differential).................................. 228Rear Camera................................................. 116Rear Cross Path............................................ 154Rear ParkSense System................................ 108Rear Seats, Folding..........................................30Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)Towing...................................................... 20911
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