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JUMP STARTING .................................................. 246 Preparations For Jump Start......................... 247Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 247
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................... 248
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION .................................................. 249
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .............................. 250
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .......................... 252 Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models.................. 253
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .................................................................. 253
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......................... 253
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................... 254
3.6L And 5.7L Engines ................................. 254
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................... 259
3.6L Engine ................................................... 2595.7L Engine ................................................... 260Checking Oil Level ......................................... 261
Adding Washer Fluid ................................... 261Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 262
Pressure Washing ......................................... 262 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE..................................... 263
Engine Oil ...................................................... 263
Engine Oil Filter ........................................... 265Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............................ 265
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................... 266
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................... 267Body Lubrication ......................................... 268
Windshield Wiper Blades ............................ 268
Exhaust System ............................................. 270Cooling System ............................................ 271
Brake System ............................................... 274
Clutch Hydraulic System — Manual
Transmission (If Equipped)........................... 275Manual Transmission — If Equipped............ 275
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ....... 275
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .......... 276
Rear Axle ........................................................ 276Fuses.............................................................. 277
Bulb Replacement ........................................ 286
TIRES..................................................................... 290
Tire Safety Information ................................ 290Tires — General Information ........................ 297
Tire Types....................................................... 301
Spare Tires — If Equipped ............................ 301
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 303
Snow Traction Devices ................................. 304
Tire Rotation Recommendations ................. 306 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................... 306
Treadwear...................................................... 307
Traction Grades ............................................. 307Temperature Grades..................................... 307
VEHICLE STORAGE ............................................ 307
BODYWORK .......................................................... 308
Protection From Atmospheric Agents ........ 308Body And Underbody Maintenance ............. 308
Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 308
INTERIORS ........................................................... 309
Seats And Fabric Parts ................................. 309
Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 309
Leather Surfaces........................................... 310
Glass Surfaces ............................................. 310
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 311
BRAKE SYSTEM .................................................. 311
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................. 311Torque Specifications ................................... 311

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CHECKING OIL LEVEL
To ensure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil
must be maintained at the correct level. Check the
oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel
stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is
about ten minutes after a fully warmed up engine
is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground
will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
There are four possible dipstick types:
Crosshatched zone.
Crosshatched zone marked SAFE.
Crosshatched zone marked with MIN at the low
end of the range and MAX at the high end of the
range.
Crosshatched zone marked with dimples at the
MIN and the MAX ends of the range.
NOTE:Always maintain the oil level within the crosshatch
markings on the dipstick.
Adding 1 quart (1 liter) of oil when the reading is at
the low end of the dipstick range will raise the oil
level to the high end of the range marking.
ADDING WASHER FLUID
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in
the front of the engine compartment. Be sure to
check the fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not
radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a
few seconds to flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply
some washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the
wiper blades clean. This will help blade
performance.
WARNING!
Never smoke while working in the engine
compartment: gas and inflammable vapors
may be present, with the risk of fire.
Be very careful when working in the engine
compartment when the engine is hot: you may
get burned. Do not get too close to the radiator
cooling fan: the electric fan may start; danger
of injury. Scarves, ties and other loose clothing
might be pulled by moving parts.
CAUTION!
Be careful not to confuse the various types of
fluids while topping up: they are not compat-
ible with each other! Topping up with an
unsuitable fluid could severely damage your
car.
The oil level must never exceed the MAX mark.
Always top up using engine oil of the same
specifications as what is already in the engine.
If the engine oil is being topped up, wait for the
engine to cool down before loosening the filler
cap, particularly for vehicles with aluminum
cap (if equipped). WARNING: risk of burns!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will
cause aeration or loss of oil pressure. This
could damage your engine.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will
cause aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could
damage your engine.
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266SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
AIR CONDITIONER MAINTENANCE
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized
dealer at the start of each warm season. This
service should include cleaning of the condenser
fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension
should also be checked at this time.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-134a — If Equipped
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluo -
rocarbon (HFC) that is an ozone-friendly
substance. The manufacturer recommends that
air conditioning service be performed by an
authorized dealer or other service facilities using
recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system PAG
compressor oil and refrigerants.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-1234yf — If Equipped
R–1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a
hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) that is endorsed by the
Environmental Protection Agency and is an
ozone-friendly substance with a low
global-warming potential. The manufacturer recommends that air
conditioning service be performed by an
authorized dealer using recovery and recycling
equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system PAG
compressor oil, and refrigerants.
Cabin Air Filter
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the
hood, behind a removable panel in the cowl on the
passenger side of the vehicle, next to the
windshield wipers. When installing a new filter,
ensure its proper orientation.

1. Remove the access door in the cowl screen by
pressing the retaining clips.

Access Door
WARNING!
Use only refrigerants and compressor lubri -
cants approved by the manufacturer for your
air conditioning system. Some unapproved
refrigerants are flammable and can explode,
injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or
lubricants can cause the system to fail,
requiring costly repairs. Refer to Warranty
Information Book, for further warranty infor -
mation.
The air conditioning system contains refrig -
erant under high pressure. To avoid risk of
personal injury or damage to the system,
adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines
to be disconnected should be done by an
experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air
conditioning system as the chemicals can
damage your air conditioning components. Such
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.

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.......................................................... 84Autostick Operation.................................................... 95Axle Fluid....................................................... 318Axle Lubrication............................................. 318
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Back-Up......................................................... 111Battery.................................................... 74, 262Charging System Light................................. 74Keyless Key Fob Replacement.................... 14Location.................................................... 262Belts, Seat..................................................... 230Blind Spot Monitoring.................................... 191BluetoothConnecting To A Particular MobilePhone Or Audio Device After Pairing
..... 161Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 268B-Pillar Location............................................. 294Brake Assist System...................................... 186Brake Control System.................................... 186Brake Fluid.......................................... 274, 318Brake System...................................... 274, 311Fluid Check..................................... 274, 318Master Cylinder......................................... 274Parking........................................................ 86Warning Light..................................... 73, 311Brake/Transmission Interlock......................... 91Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle....... 86Brightness, Interior Lights................................ 49
Bulb Replacement........................................ 286Bulbs, Light.......................................... 232, 286
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Camera, Rear................................................ 111Capacities, Fluid........................................... 315Caps, FillerFuel.......................................................... 112Oil (Engine)............................................... 259Radiator (Coolant Pressure)..................... 273Car Washes................................................... 308Carbon Monoxide Warning............................ 232CargoVehicle Loading........................................ 113CD................................................................. 154Cellular Phone.............................................. 184Certification Label......................................... 113Chains, Tire................................................... 304Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 291Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............................ 81Checking Your Vehicle For Safety................. 230Checks, Safety.............................................. 230Child Restraint.............................................. 216Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 219Child Seat Installation.............................. 228How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt.... 225Infant And Child Restraints....................... 217
Lower Anchors And Tethers ForChildren................................................ 221Older Children And Child Restraints.......... 218Seating Positions...................................... 220Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 313CleaningWheels...................................................... 303Climate Control................................................51Cold Weather Operation...................................86Compact Spare Tire...................................... 302Contract, Service........................................... 320Controls........................................................ 145Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 273Cooling System............................................. 271Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 272Coolant Level................................... 271, 273Cooling Capacity....................................... 315Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 273Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 271Inspection................................................. 273Points To Remember................................ 273Pressure Cap............................................ 273Radiator Cap............................................. 273Selection Of Coolant(Antifreeze)......................... 272, 315, 316Corrosion Protection..................................... 308Cruise Control..................................................97Cruise Control (Speed Control).........................97Cruise Light......................................................80Customer Assistance.................................... 319

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