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DRIVING TIPS
ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a
narrower track to make them capable of
performing in a wide variety of off-road
applications. Specific design characteristics give
them a higher center of gravity than conventional
passenger cars.
An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a
better view of the road, allowing you to anticipate
problems. They are not designed for cornering at
the same speeds as conventional passenger cars
any more than sports cars are designed to perform
satisfactorily in off-road conditions. Avoid sharp
turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles
of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly
may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover.
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
When To Use 4WD Low — If Equipped
When off-road driving, shift to 4WD Low for
additional traction. This range should be limited to
extreme situations such as deep snow, mud, or
sand where additional low speed pulling power is
needed. Vehicle speeds in excess of 25 mph
(40 km/h) should be avoided when in 4WD Low.
Driving Through Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through
water, there are a number of precautions that
must be considered before entering the water.
Driving through water more than a few inches/
centimeters deep will require extra caution to
ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
If you must drive through water, try to determine
the depth and the bottom condition (and location
of any obstacles) prior to entering. Proceed with
caution and maintain a steady controlled speed
less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water to
minimize wave effects.
WARNING!
Do not drive in 4WD Low on dry pavement;
driveline damage may result. 4WD Low locks
front and rear drivelines together and does not
allow for differential action between the front to
rear driveshafts. Driving in 4WD Low on
pavement will cause driveline binding; use only
on wet or slippery surfaces.
CAUTION!
When driving through water, do not exceed
5 mph (8 km/h). Always check water depth
before entering as a precaution, and check all
fluids afterward. Driving through water may
cause damage not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
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SAFETY187
Disabling And Enabling HSA
This feature can be turned on or turned off.
To change the current setting see Ú page 156.
Towing With HSA
HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll
back while towing a trailer.
Rain Brake Support (RBS)
RBS may improve braking performance in wet
conditions. It will periodically apply a small amount
of brake pressure to remove any water buildup on
the front brake rotors. It functions when the
windshield wipers are in LO or HI speed. When Rain
Brake Support is active, there is no notification to
the driver and no driver interaction is required.
Ready Alert Braking (RAB)
RAB may reduce the time required to reach full
braking during emergency braking situations. It
anticipates when an emergency braking situation
may occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is
released by the driver. The Electronic Brake
Controller (EBC) will prepare the brake system for
a panic stop.
Traction Control System (TCS)
The TCS monitors the amount of wheel spin of
each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is
detected, the TCS may apply brake pressure to the
spinning wheel(s) and/or reduce engine power to
provide enhanced acceleration and stability. A
feature of the TCS, Brake Limited Differential (BLD)
functions similarly to a limited slip differential and
controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one
wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the
spinning wheel. This will allow more engine power
to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
BLD may remain enabled even if TCS and ESC are
in reduced modes.
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an
excessively swaying trailer and will take the
appropriate actions to attempt to stop the sway.
Note that TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying.
Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow
the trailer tongue weight recommendations
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page 139.
When TSC is functioning, the ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light will flash, the engine
power may be reduced and you may feel the
brakes being applied to individual wheels to
attempt to stop the trailer from swaying. TSC is
disabled when the ESC system is in the “Partial
Off” mode.
WARNING!
If you use a trailer brake controller with your
trailer, the trailer brakes may be activated and
deactivated with the brake switch. If so, there
may not be enough brake pressure to hold
both the vehicle and the trailer on a hill when
the brake pedal is released. In order to avoid
rolling down an incline while resuming accel -
eration, manually activate the trailer brake or
apply more vehicle brake pressure prior to
releasing the brake pedal.
HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when exiting your vehicle.
Also, be certain to place the transmission in
PARK.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in a
collision or serious personal injury.
WARNING!
If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle
down, stop at the nearest safe location, and
adjust the trailer load to eliminate trailer sway.
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312TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine CoolantWe recommend using Mopar® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of the manufacturer Material Standard
MS.90032.
Engine Oil – 3.6L & 5.7L Engine We recommend using Mopar® SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil which meets the requirements of
the manufacturer Material Standard MS-6395. Equivalent full synthetic SAE 0W-20 engine oil can be
used but must have the API Starburst trademark Ú
page 263.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend using a Mopar® Engine Oil Filter. If a Mopar® Engine Oil Filter is unavailable only use
filters that meet or exceed SAE/USCAR-36 Filter Performance Requirements.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane (R+M)/2 Method , 0-15% Ethanol (Do not use E-85).
Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine 89 Octane Recommended - 87 Octane Acceptable (R+M)/2 Method,
0-15% Ethanol (Do not use E-85).
Component
Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic TransmissionUse only Mopar® ZF 8 & 9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the
correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Transfer Case We recommend using Mopar® ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Axle Differential (Front-Rear) – Without Electronic
Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) We recommend using Mopar® GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Axle Differential (Rear) – With Electronic Limited-Slip
Differential (ELSD) We recommend using Mopar® GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 with integrated friction
modifier.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend using Mopar® DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703.

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Disabled Vehicle Towing
................................ 253Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)....................... 273Door Ajar................................................... 90, 91Door Ajar Light.......................................... 90, 91Door Locks............................................... 22, 25Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors.... 25Doors............................................................... 22Driver’s Seat Back Tilt..................................... 29Driving........................................................... 153
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Economy (Fuel) Mode.................................... 105Electric Brake Control System....................... 183Anti-Lock Brake System............................. 182Electronic Roll Mitigation................. 184, 187Electric Remote Mirrors................................... 42Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)......... 66Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 117Electronic Stability Control (ESC)...................184Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light........ 91Electronically Shifted Transfer Case.............. 109Emergency Gas Can Refueling...................... 248Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck...................... 252Hazard Warning Flasher............................ 235Jacking...................................................... 239Jump Starting............................................ 246
Emission Control System Maintenance........... 98Engine........................................................... 259Air Cleaner................................................ 263Break-In Recommendations..................... 102Checking Oil Level.................................... 261Compartment.................................. 259, 260Compartment Identification............. 259, 260Cooling..................................................... 272Exhaust Gas Caution................................ 234Fails To Start............................................ 102Flooded, Starting...................................... 102Fuel Requirements.......................... 308, 311Jump Starting........................................... 246Oil.................................................... 262, 311Oil Filler Cap............................................. 259Oil Filter.................................................... 263Oil Selection........................... 262, 311, 312Oil Synthetic............................................. 263Starting........................................................ 99Enhanced Accident
Response Feature............................... 214, 254Ethanol......................................................... 309Exhaust Gas Cautions................................... 234Exhaust System................................... 234, 271Exterior Lights............................... 47, 234, 284
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FiltersAir Cleaner
................................................ 263Air Conditioning........................ 61, 264, 265Engine Oil................................................. 263Engine Oil Disposal................................... 263Flashers........................................................ 235Hazard Warning........................................ 235Turn Signals.............................. 96, 234, 285Flash-To-Pass...................................................49Flooded Engine Starting................................ 102Fluid Capacities............................................ 311Fluid Leaks.................................................... 234Fluid Level ChecksBrake........................................................ 274Engine Oil................................................. 261Fluids And Lubricants.................................... 312Fog Lights..................................................... 285Fog Lights, Service........................................ 285Fold-Flat Seats.................................................29Folding Rear Seats...........................................31Forward Collision Warning............................ 191Four-Way Hazard Flasher.............................. 235Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 252Front Axle (Differential)................................. 276
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Pregnant Women And Seat Belts
...................202Preparation For Jacking................................. 239Pretensioners Seat Belts.................................................. 202
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Radial Ply Tires.............................................. 294Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)............ 273Radio Operation............................................ 181Radio Remote Controls.................................. 181Rain Sensitive Wiper System........................... 53Rear Air Conditioning....................................... 59Rear Axle (Differential)................................... 276Rear Camera................................................. 136Rear Cross Path............................................. 190Rear ParkSense System................................ 127Rear Seat Reminder Alert.............................. 183Rear Seats, Folding......................................... 31Rear Wiper/Washer......................................... 54Reclining Front Seats...................................... 30Recreational Towing...................................... 149Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 151Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N)............................................ 152Reformulated Gasoline.................................. 309Refrigerant.................................................... 265Release, Hood................................................. 73Reminder, Seat Belt...................................... 197Remote ControlStarting System........................................... 18
Remote Keyless Entry...................................... 14Arm The Alarm............................................. 21Disarm The Alarm........................................ 21Programming Additional Key Fobs............... 16Remote Sound System (Radio) Control......... 181Remote StartingExit Remote Start Mode.............................. 19Remote Starting System.................................. 18Replacement Bulbs...................................... 284Replacement Keys........................................... 16Replacement Tires........................................ 296Reporting Safety Defects.............................. 315Restraints, Child........................................... 216Restraints, Head.............................................. 37Retractable Cargo Area Cover.......................... 75Roll Over Warning.............................................. 9Roof Type Carrier............................................. 76Rotation, Tires.............................................. 302
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Safety Checks Inside Vehicle........................ 232Safety Checks Outside Vehicle..................... 233Safety Defects, Reporting............................. 315Safety Information, Tire................................ 286Safety Tips.................................................... 231Safety, Exhaust Gas...................................... 234Schedule, Maintenance................................ 255Seat Belt Reminder.......................................... 89Seat Belts............................................ 197, 232Adjustable Shoulder Belt.......................... 201
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage..... 201Adjustable Upper Shoulder BeltAnchorage............................................ 201Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)........... 202Child Restraints........................................ 216Energy Management Feature................... 202Extender................................................... 201Front Seat............................... 197, 198, 200Inspection................................................. 232Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 200Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting................... 200Lap/Shoulder Belts................................... 198Operating Instructions.............................. 200Pregnant Women...................................... 202Pretensioners........................................... 202Rear Seat.................................................. 198Reminder.................................................. 197Seat Belt Extender.................................... 201Seat Belt Pretensioner.............................. 202Untwisting Procedure................................ 200Seat Belts Maintenance................................ 305Seats........................................... 29, 34, 35, 36Adjustment.................................... 29, 34, 35Easy Entry....................................................35Heated.........................................................36Memory.......................................................27Rear Folding......................................... 29, 31Reclining......................................................30Seatback Release........................................29Tilting...........................................................29
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