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BLUE INDICATOR LIGHTS
High Beam Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate to 
indicate that the high beam headlights 
are on. With the low beams activated, 
push the multifunction lever forward 
(toward the front of the vehicle) to turn on the high 
beams. Pull the multifunction lever rearward 
(toward the rear of the vehicle) to turn off the high 
beams. If the high beams are off, pull the lever 
toward you for a temporary high beam on, “flash to 
pass” scenario.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II  
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated 
Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II. 
This system monitors the performance of the 
emissions, engine, and automatic transmission 
control systems. When these systems are 
operating properly, your vehicle will provide 
excellent performance and fuel economy, as well 
as emissions well within current government 
regulations. If any of these systems require service, the 
OBD II system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator 
Light (MIL). It will also store diagnostic codes and 
other information to assist your service technician 
in making repairs. Although your vehicle will 
usually be drivable and not need towing, see an 
authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM 
(OBD II) C
YBERSECURITY
Your vehicle is required to have OBD II and a 
connection port to allow access to information 
related to the performance of your emissions 
controls. Authorized service technicians may need  to access this information to assist with the 
diagnosis and service of your vehicle and 
emissions system  Ú
page 187.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause 
further damage to the emission control 
system. It could also affect fuel economy and 
driveability. The vehicle must be serviced 
before any emissions tests can be performed.
If the MIL is flashing while the vehicle is 
running, severe catalytic converter damage 
and power loss will soon occur. Immediate 
service is required.
WARNING!
ONLY an authorized service technician should 
connect equipment to the OBD II connection 
port in order to read the VIN, diagnose, or 
service your vehicle.
If unauthorized equipment is connected to the 
OBD II connection port, such as a 
driver-behavior tracking device, it may:
Be possible that vehicle systems, 
including safety related systems, could be 
impaired or a loss of vehicle control could 
occur that may result in an accident 
involving serious injury or death.
Access, or allow others to access, infor -
mation stored in your vehicle systems, 
including personal information.
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TRANSPORTING PETS   
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm 
your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about 
and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during 
panic braking or in a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat (if 
equipped) in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are 
secured by seat belts.
CONNECTED VEHICLES
Privacy of any wireless and wired communications 
cannot be assured. Third parties may unlawfully 
intercept information and private communications 
without your consent. For further information, refer 
to “Data Collection & Privacy” in your Uconnect 
Owner’s Manual Supplement or “Onboard 
Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity”  
Úpage 129.
SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD MAKE 
I
NSIDE THE VEHICLE 
Seat Belts  
Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking 
for cuts, frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts 
must be replaced immediately. Do not 
disassemble or modify the system.
If your vehicle is involved in a collision, or if you 
have questions regarding seat belt or retractor 
conditions, take your vehicle to an authorized FCA 
dealer or authorized FCA Certified Collision Care 
Program facility for inspection.
Air Bag Warning Light  
The Air Bag Warning Light will turn on for 
four to eight seconds as a bulb check 
when the ignition switch is first placed in 
the ON/RUN mode. If the light is either 
not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while 
driving, have the system inspected at an 
authorized dealer as soon as possible. After the 
bulb check, this light will illuminate with a single 
chime when a fault with the Air Bag System has 
been detected.  It will stay on until the fault is removed. If the light 
comes on intermittently or remains on while 
driving, have an authorized dealer service the 
vehicle immediately  Ú
page 239.
Defroster  
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and 
place the blower control on high speed. You should 
be able to feel the air directed against the 
windshield. See an authorized dealer for service if 
your defroster is inoperable.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit your vehicle. 
Only use a floor mat that does not interfere with the 
operation of the accelerator, brake or clutch 
pedals. Only use a floor mat that is securely 
attached using the floor mat fasteners so it cannot 
slip out of position and interfere with the 
accelerator, brake or clutch pedals or impair safe 
operation of your vehicle in other ways.
WARNING!
It is not possible to know or to predict all of the 
possible outcomes if your vehicle’s systems are 
breached. It may be possible that vehicle 
systems, including safety related systems, could 
be impaired or a loss of vehicle control could 
occur that may result in an accident involving 
serious injury or death.
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