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TRIP COMPUTER .................................................... 43 Trip Button ........................................................43
Trip Functions ..................................................43
Values Displayed ..............................................44
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................... 44
Red Warning Lights ..........................................44
Yellow Warning Lights ......................................47
Green Indicator Lights......................................49
Blue Indicator Lights ........................................50
White Indicator Lights ......................................50
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ....... 50
Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ......................................51
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ............................................................ 51
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................ 52
Automatic Transmission ..................................52
Normal Starting ................................................52
Cold Weather Operation .................................52
Extended Park Starting ....................................52
If Engine Fails To Start .....................................53
After Starting.....................................................53
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ............ 53
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .......... 54
PARKING BRAKE .................................................. 54 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ...............................55
Key Ignition Park Interlock...............................56
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System .............................................................56
9-Speed Automatic Transmission ..................56
POWER STEERING ................................................60
Power Steering Fluid Check ............................60
CRUISE CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED .......................60
To Activate ........................................................61
To Set A Desired Speed ...................................61
To Vary The Speed Setting...............................61
To Accelerate For Passing ...............................61
To Resume Speed ............................................62
To Deactivate ...................................................62
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ...........................................................62
ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sensors .............62
ParkSense Rear Park Assist Alerts .................63
ParkSense Rear Park Assist Failure
Indications ........................................................64
Cleaning The ParkSense Rear Park Assist
System ..............................................................64
ParkSense Rear Park Assist System Usage
Precautions.......................................................64
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA .................65
REFUELING THE VEHICLE .....................................66 VEHICLE LOADING ................................................. 67
Vehicle Certification Label............................... 67
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ............. 67
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) .................. 67
Tire Size ............................................................ 67
Rim Size ............................................................ 67
Inflation Pressure ............................................. 67
Curb Weight ...................................................... 67
Overloading ...................................................... 68
Loading ............................................................ 68
TRAILER TOWING .................................................. 68
Common Towing Definitions............................ 68
Trailer Hitch Classification............................... 70
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ............................................... 71
Trailer And Tongue Weight .............................71
Towing Requirements ..................................... 71
Towing Tips ...................................................... 74
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ....................................... 75

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle .... 75

Recreational Towing — Automatic Transmission .. 76

DRIVING TIPS ......................................................... 76
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .......................... 76
Driving Through Water ....................................76

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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................................... 195 Engine Oil ....................................................... 195
Engine Oil Filter ............................................. 196
Engine Air Cleaner Filter .............................. 196Air Conditioner Maintenance ....................... 196
Body Lubrication............................................ 197
Windshield Wiper Blades .............................. 197Exhaust System ............................................ 198
Cooling System ............................................. 199
Brake System ............................................... 202
Automatic Transmission .............................. 203Upfitter Connectors — If Equipped ............... 204
Fuses.............................................................. 207
Bulb Replacement ......................................... 213
TIRES ..................................................................... 217
Tire Safety Information ................................ 217
Tires — General Information ........................ 225
Tire Types ....................................................... 228
Spare Tires — If Equipped ............................. 229
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 231
Tire Chains and Traction Devices ................ 232
Tire Rotation Recommendations ................. 232
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES ...................................... 232
Treadwear ...................................................... 232Traction Grades ............................................. 233
Temperature Grades ..................................... 233
STORING THE VEHICLE ...................................... 233 BODYWORK ......................................................... 233
Protection From Atmospheric Agents .......... 233
Body And Underbody Maintenance.............. 234Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 234
INTERIORS .......................................................... 235
Seats And Fabric Parts ................................. 235
Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 235Leather Surfaces ........................................... 235Glass Surfaces ............................................. 235
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 236
BRAKE SYSTEM ................................................... 236
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .. 236
Torque Specifications ................................... 236
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ........................................ 237
2.4L Engine ................................................... 237
Reformulated Gasoline ................................ 238Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ........................ 238
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ......... 238CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ...... 238MMT In Gasoline ........................................... 238Materials Added To Fuel ............................... 239
Fuel System Cautions ................................... 239
FLUID CAPACITIES ............................................. 240
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS................... 240
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................ 241
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE .................................................... 242
Prepare For The Appointment ...................... 242
Prepare A List ................................................ 242
Be Reasonable With Requests..................... 242
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ................................ 242
FCA US LLC Customer Center....................... 242
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center .............. 242
Mexico............................................................ 243
Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands ............... 243
Customer Assistance For The Hearing
Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .................... 243
Service Contract ........................................... 243
WARRANTY INFORMATION ................................ 244
MOPAR® PARTS ................................................. 244
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS .......................... 244
In The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C............................................ 244
In Canada ...................................................... 244
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS .......................... 245
GENERAL INFORMATION.................................... 245

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Yellow Warning Lights
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Úpage 47
Low Fuel Warning Light Úpage 47
Generic Warning Light Úpage 47
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light Úpage 47
Vehicle Security Warning Light Úpage 48
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL) Úpage 48
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Warning Light Úpage 49
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light Úpage 49
Green Indicator Lights
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
Úpage 49
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light Úpage 49
Front Fog Indicator Light Úpage 49
Cruise Control Indicator Light Úpage 50
Blue Indicator Lights
High Beam Indicator Light
Úpage 50
White Indicator Lights
Speed Warning Indicator Light
Úpage 50
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS

1. Speedometer

Indicates vehicle speed.
2. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the
fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the
ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump arrow symbol
points to the side of the vehicle
where the fuel door is located.
3.Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine
coolant temperature. Any reading within the
normal range indicates that the engine
cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The pointer will likely indicate a higher
temperature when driving in hot weather or
up mountain grades. It should not be
allowed to exceed the upper limits of the
normal operating range. 4. Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions
per minute (RPM x 1000).
5. Instrument Cluster Display
When the appropriate conditions exist, this
display shows the instrument cluster
display messages Ú page 40.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle will be equipped with an instrument
cluster display, which offers useful information to
the driver. With the ignition in the OFF mode,
opening/closing of a door will activate the display
for viewing, and display the total miles, or
kilometers, in the odometer. The steering wheel
mounted controls allow you to scroll through the
main menus and submenus. You can access the
specific information you want and make selections
and adjustments.
LOCATION AND CONTROLS
The instrument cluster display features a driver
interactive display that is located in the instrument
cluster.

Instrument Cluster Display Location

WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call an authorized
dealer for service if your vehicle overheats
Úpage 201.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine 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,” turn the engine
off immediately and call an authorized dealer for
service.

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Exit Menu
This is the last function that closes the cycle of
settings listed in the menu screen.

1. Pushing the
MENU
button briefly will return
the display to the standard screen without
storing.

2. Push the down arrow button to return to the
first menu item on the display.
TRIP COMPUTER
The Trip Computer is located in the instrument
cluster. It features a driver interactive display
(displays information such as trip information,
range, fuel consumption, average speed, and
travel time).
NOTE:The Uconnect System also has a Trip Computer
display and menus to customize the information
displayed in the cluster Ú page 79.
TRIP BUTTON
The TRIP button, located on the right steering
column stalk, can be used to display and to reset
the previously described values.

A short button push displays the different values.

A long button push resets the system and then
starts a new trip.
New Trip
To reset:
Push and hold the TRIP button to reset the
system manually.
When the “Trip distance” reaches
99999.9 miles or kilometers or when the
“Travel time” reaches 999.59 (999 hours and
59 minutes), the system is reset automatically.
Disconnecting/Reconnecting the battery resets
the system.
NOTE:If the reset operation occurs in the presence of the
screens concerning Trip A or Trip B, only the infor -
mation associated with Trip A or Trip B functions
will be reset. Start Of Trip Procedure
With the ignition on, push and hold the TRIP button
for over two seconds to reset trip information.
Exit Trip

1. To exit the Trip function, wait until all the
values have been displayed or hold the
MENU

button for longer than one second.

2. Briefly push and release the MENU button to
go back to the menu screen or push and hold
the MENU button (approximately one second)
to go back to the main screen without storing
settings.
TRIP FUNCTIONS
Both trip functions are resettable (reset — start of
new trip).

“Trip A” can be used to display the figures relating to:

Range
Trip distance A
Average Economy A
Instantaneous Economy
Average speed A
Travel time A (driving time)
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“Trip B” can be used to display the figures relating to:

Trip distance B
Average Economy B
Average speed B
Travel time B (driving time)
NOTE:“Trip B” functions may be excluded (see “Trip B
Data”). Range and Instantaneous Economy cannot
be reset.
VALUES DISPLAYED
Range

This indicates the distance which may be traveled
with the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that
driving conditions will not change. The message “----”
will appear on the display in the following cases:

Distance less than 30 miles (or 50 km).
The vehicle is parked for a long time with the
engine running.
NOTE:The range depends on several factors: driving
style, type of route (freeway, residential, mountain
roads, etc.), conditions of use of the vehicle (load,
tire pressure, etc.). Trip planning must take into
account the above notes.
Travel Distance
This value shows the distance covered since the
last reset.
Average Fuel Consumption
This value shows the approximate average
consumption since the last reset.
Current Fuel Consumption
This indicates the fuel consumption. The value is
constantly updated. The message “----” will appear
on the display if the vehicle is parked with the
engine running.
Average Speed
This value shows the vehicle's average speed as a
function of the overall time elapsed since the last
reset.
Travel Time
This value shows the time elapsed since the last
reset.
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES

The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in the
instrument panel together with a dedicated
message and/or acoustic signal when applicable.
These indications are indicative and precautionary
and as such must not be considered as exhaustive
and/or alternative to the information contained in
the Owner’s Manual, which you are advised to read
carefully in all cases. Always refer to the information
in this chapter in the event of a failure indication. All
active telltales will display first if applicable. The
system check menu may appear different based
upon equipment options and current vehicle status.
Some telltales are optional and may not appear.

RED WARNING LIGHTS
Air Bag Warning Light
This light will turn on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or
MAR/ON/RUN position. If the light is
either not on during startup, stays on, or turns on
while driving, have the system inspected by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible. This light
will illuminate with a single chime when a fault with
the Air Bag Warning Light has been detected, it will
stay on until the fault is cleared. If the light comes
on intermittently or remains on while driving, have
an authorized dealer service the vehicle
immediately.

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Transmission Fault Warning Light
This light will illuminate (together with a
message in the instrument cluster
display and a buzzer) to indicate a
transmission fault. Contact an
authorized dealer if the message remains after
restarting the engine.
Engine Oil Level Warning Light
This warning light appears on the panel
when the engine oil level falls below the
minimum recommended value. Restore
the correct engine oil level or contact an
authorized dealer for service.
YELLOW WARNING LIGHTS
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning
Light
This light monitors the ABS. The light will
turn on when the ignition is placed in the
ON/RUN or MAR/ON/RUN position and
may stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while
driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake
system is not functioning and service is required.
However, the conventional brake system will
continue to operate normally if the brake warning
light is not on. If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be
serviced as soon as possible to restore the
benefits of Anti-Lock Brakes. If the ABS light does
not turn on when the ignition is placed in the ON/
RUN or MAR/ON/RUN position, have the light
inspected by an authorized dealer.
Low Fuel Warning Light
When the fuel level reaches
approximately 2–3 gal (9–11 L) this
light will turn on, and remain on until
fuel is added.
Generic Warning Light
The Generic Warning Light will
illuminate if any of the following
conditions occur: Engine Oil Pressure
Sensor Failure, External Light Failure,
Parking Sensor Failure, Fuel Cut-Off Fail/
Intervention, Generic Failure on Trailer, or Air Bag
telltale recovery.
The telltale will blink in case of an Air Bag Warning
Light Failure. Contact an authorized dealer
immediately for service.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Warning Light
The warning light switches on and a
message is displayed to indicate that
the tire pressure is lower than the
recommended value and/or that slow
pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal
tire duration and fuel consumption may not be
guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition
mentioned above, the display will show the
indications corresponding to each tire.

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be
checked monthly when cold and inflated to the
inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle
manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different
size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or
tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.

CAUTION!
Do not continue driving with one or more flat
tires as handling may be compromised. Stop the
vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering. If a
tire puncture occurs, repair immediately using
the dedicated tire repair kit and contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with a TPMS that illuminates a low tire
pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the low
tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and
check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them
to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly
underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can
lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even
if underinflation has not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system
is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction
indicator is combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a malfunction,
the telltale will flash for approximately one minute
and then remain continuously illuminated. This
sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle
start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When
the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the
system may not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may
occur for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from
functioning properly. Always check the TPMS
malfunction telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow
the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Vehicle Security Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when
the vehicle security system has
detected an attempt to break into the
vehicle.
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator
Warning Light (MIL)

The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard
Diagnostic System called OBD II that
monitors engine and automatic
transmission control systems. This warning light will
illuminate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position
before engine start. After placing the ignition to the
ON/RUN position, if there is a problem with the Sentry
Key System, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on.
This condition will result in the engine being shut off
after two seconds. If the bulb does not come on when
turning the ignition switch from OFF to ON/RUN, have
the condition checked promptly.

NOTE:This warning light will illuminate when the vehicle
security system has detected an attempt to break
into the vehicle.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas
cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate the light
after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if
the light stays on through several typical driving
styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive
normally and will not require towing.

When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert
serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss
of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The
vehicle should be serviced by an authorized dealer as
soon as possible if this occurs.

CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures
and warning have been established for the tire
size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable
system operation or sensor damage may result
when using replacement equipment that is not
of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket
wheels can cause sensor damage. Using
aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to
become inoperable. After using an aftermarket
tire sealant it is recommended that you take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer to have your
sensor function checked.

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