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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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60STARTING AND OPERATING
NOTE:To select the proper gear position for maximum
deceleration (engine braking), move the gear
selector into the ERS position, then simply press
and hold it forward “-”. The transmission will shift
to the range from which the vehicle can best be
slowed down.
POWER STEERING
The standard power steering system provides
increased vehicle response and ease of
maneuverability. The system will provide
mechanical steering capability if power assist is
lost.
If for some reason the power assist is interrupted,
it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under
these conditions, you will observe a substantial
increase in steering effort, especially at very low
vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers.
NOTE:
Increased noise levels at the end of the steering
wheel travel are considered normal and do not
indicate that there is a problem with the power
steering system.
Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power
steering pump may make noise for a short
amount of time. This is due to the cold, thick
fluid in the steering system. This noise should
be considered normal, and it does not in any
way damage the steering system.
POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK
Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined
service interval is not required. The fluid should
only be checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal
noises are apparent, and/or the system is not
functioning as anticipated. Coordinate inspection
efforts through an authorized dealer. If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper
indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled
fluid from all surfaces Ú
page 241.CRUISE CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
When engaged, the Cruise Control takes over
accelerator operations at speeds greater than
25 mph (40 km/h).
The Cruise Control buttons are located on the right
side of the steering wheel.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking
on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could
lose their grip and the vehicle could skid,
causing a collision or personal injury.
CAUTION!
Prolonged operation of the steering system at
the end of the steering wheel travel will increase
the steering fluid temperature and it should be
avoided when possible. Damage to the power
steering pump may occur.
WARNING!
Fluid level should be checked on a level surface
and with the engine off to prevent injury from
moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level
reading. Do not overfill. Use only the
manufacturer recommended power steering
fluid.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your power
steering system as the chemicals can damage
your power steering components. Such damage
is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE193
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L
1 — Air Cleaner Filter Cover 5 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Cap 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick
3 — Oil Fill Cap 7 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap 8 — Washer Fluid Reservoir Cap
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS241
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
CAUTION!
Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant, may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. OAT engine coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant or any “globally
compatible” coolant. If a non-OAT engine coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed,
and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible
with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine coolant. Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant is not recommended.
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use 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.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend using Mopar® DOT 4.
The fluid must be changed every 24 months. This interval is time based only,
mileage intervals do not apply.
Power Steering Reservoir Use Pentosin CHF 11S power steering fluid meeting the manufacturer
Material Standard MS-11655.
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Camera, Rear
.................................................. 65Capacities, Fluid............................................ 240Caps, Filler Fuel............................................................. 66Oil (Engine)................................................ 193Power Steering............................................ 60Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...................... 201Car Washes................................................... 234Carbon Monoxide Warning............................ 170Cargo Area Cover............................................. 37Cargo Compartment........................................ 37Cargo Tie-Downs.............................................. 37Certification Label........................................... 67Chains, Tire.................................................... 232Changing A Flat Tire....................................... 171Chart, Tire Sizing............................................ 218Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)................................................ 51Checking Your Vehicle For Safety.................. 168Checks, Safety............................................... 168Child Restraint............................................... 152Child RestraintsBooster Seats............................................ 155Child Seat Installation..................... 164, 166How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt..... 161Infant And Child Restraints....................... 154
Locating The LATCH Anchorages.............. 160Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.. 157Older Children And Child Restraints......... 154Seating Positions...................................... 156Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 238CleaningWheels..................................................... 231Climate Control................................................ 28Cold Weather Operation.................................. 52Compact Spare Tire...................................... 229Contract, Service.......................................... 243Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 201Cooling System............................................. 199Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 200Coolant Level............................................ 201Cooling Capacity....................................... 240Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 201Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 200Inspection........................................ 199, 201Points To Remember................................ 202Pressure Cap............................................ 201Radiator Cap............................................ 201Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)..... 200, 240Corrosion Protection..................................... 233Cruise Light...................................................... 50Customer Assistance.................................... 242Customer Programmable Features.................. 79Cybersecurity................................................... 78
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Defroster, Windshield................................... 168Deleting A Phone........................................... 104Diagnostic System, Onboard............................50DipsticksOil (Engine)............................................... 194Power Steering............................................60Disable Vehicle Towing................................. 187Disconnecting............................................... 104DisplayedValues..........................................................44DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)...................... 201Door Ajar..........................................................45Door Ajar Light.................................................45Door Locks.......................................................13Doors...............................................................13Driver’s Seat Back Tilt......................................16DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
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Electric Brake Control System....................... 132Electric Remote Mirrors...................................23Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet).........32Electronic Range Select (ERS).........................5911

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248 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
...................132Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light........ 46Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck...................... 185Jacking...................................................... 171Jump Starting............................................ 181Towing....................................................... 187Emission Control System Maintenance........... 51Engine........................................................... 193Air Cleaner................................................. 196Block Heater............................................... 53Break-In Recommendations........................ 54Checking Oil Level..................................... 194Coolant (Antifreeze)................................... 240Cooling...................................................... 199Exhaust Gas Caution................................. 170Fails To Start............................................... 53Flooded, Starting......................................... 53Jump Starting............................................ 181Oil.................................................... 195, 240Oil Filler Cap.............................................. 193Oil Filter..................................................... 196Oil Selection.................................... 195, 240Oil Synthetic.............................................. 196Overheating............................................... 183Starting....................................................... 52

Enhanced Accident Response Feature...150, 188
Ethanol......................................................... 238Exhaust Gas Cautions................................... 170Exhaust System................................... 170, 198Exterior Lights.........................................24, 170
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FiltersAir Cleaner
................................................ 196Air Conditioning........................................... 31Engine Oil........................................ 196, 240Engine Oil Disposal................................... 196FlashersHazard Warning........................................ 171Turn Signals.......................................49, 170Flooded Engine Starting................................... 53Fluid Capacities............................................ 240Fluid Leaks................................................... 170Fluid Level ChecksBrake........................................................ 202Engine Oil................................................. 194Power Steering............................................ 60Fluid, Brake.................................................. 241Fog Lights........................................................ 25Fold-Flat Seats................................................. 16Four-Way Hazard Flasher.............................. 171Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................ 185
Fuel............................................................... 237Additives................................................... 239Clean Air................................................... 238Ethanol..................................................... 238Filler Cap (Gas Cap).....................................66Gasoline................................................... 237Materials Added....................................... 239Methanol.................................................. 238Octane Rating.................................. 237, 240Specifications........................................... 240Tank Capacity........................................... 240Fuses............................................................ 207
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Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)..................................66Gasoline, (Fuel)............................................. 237Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 238Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 238Gear Ranges....................................................57Gear Selector Override.................................. 184Glass Cleaning.............................................. 235Gross Axle Weight Rating.......................... 67, 68Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.....................67, 68GuideBody Builders................................................. 7GVWR...............................................................67

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Power Steering Fluid
...................................... 241Pregnant Women And Seat Belts...................142Preparation For Jacking................................. 171Pretensioners Seat Belts.................................................. 142
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Radial Ply Tires.............................................. 226Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)............ 201Radio Operation............................................ 130Rear Camera................................................... 65Rear ParkSense System.................................. 62Recreational Towing........................................ 75Reformulated Gasoline.................................. 238Refrigerant.................................................... 197Release, Hood................................................. 36Reminder, Seat Belt...................................... 138Remote Keyless EntryProgramming Additional Key Fobs.............. 11Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 128Replacement Bulbs....................................... 213Replacement Keys........................................... 11Replacement Tires......................................... 228Reporting Safety Defects............................... 244Restraints, Child............................................ 152Restraints, Head.............................................. 19Rotation, Tires............................................... 232
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Safety Checks Inside Vehicle........................ 168Safety Checks Outside Vehicle..................... 169Safety Defects, Reporting............................. 244Safety Information, Tire................................ 217Safety Tips.................................................... 168Safety, Exhaust Gas...................................... 170Satellite Radio................................................. 92Schedule, Maintenance................................ 189Seat Belts............................................ 138, 168Adjustable Shoulder Belt.......................... 141Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage..... 141
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage.. 141
Child Restraints........................................ 152Energy Management Feature................... 142Front Seat............................... 138, 139, 140Inspection................................................. 168Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 140Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting................... 141Lap/Shoulder Belts.................................. 139Operating Instructions.............................. 140Pregnant Women...................................... 142Pretensioners........................................... 142Rear Seat................................................. 139Reminder............................................46, 138Seat Belt Pretensioner............................. 142Untwisting Procedure............................... 141
Seats................................................................16Adjustment..................................................16Heated.........................................................18Rear Folding................................................16Tilting...........................................................16Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze).................. 240Sentry Key (Immobilizer)..................................12Service Assistance........................................ 242Service Contract............................................ 243Service Manuals........................................... 245Settings, Audio.................................................96Shift Lever Override...................................... 184ShiftingAutomatic Transmission..............................56Shoulder Belts.............................................. 139Signals, Turn.......................................... 49, 170Sirius Satellite Radio........................................92Favorites......................................................95Replay..........................................................93SiriusXM Satellite RadioBrowse in SXM.............................................95Favorites......................................................95Replay..........................................................93Snow Chains (Tire Chains)............................ 232Snow Tires.................................................... 229Spare Tires........................................... 229, 230SpecificationsFuel (Gasoline).......................................... 240Oil............................................................. 240
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252 Speed Control Cancel
......................................................... 62Speed Control (Cruise Control)........................ 60Starting............................................................ 52Automatic Transmission.............................. 52Cold Weather.............................................. 52Engine Fails To Start................................... 53Steering........................................................... 16Power.......................................................... 60Tilt Column.................................................. 16Wheel, Tilt................................................... 16Steering Wheel Audio Controls...................... 128Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls............................................ 128Storage............................................................ 31Storage, Vehicle...................................... 30, 233Storing Your Vehicle...................................... 233Sun Visor Extension......................................... 22Sway Control, Trailer...................................... 134Symbol Glossary................................................ 8Synthetic Engine Oil....................................... 196
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Telescoping Steering Column.......................... 16Tie Down Hooks, Cargo.................................... 37Tilt Steering Column........................................ 16Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 221Tire Markings................................................. 217Tire Safety Information.................................. 217Tire Service Kit.............................................. 179
Tires...................................169, 225, 229, 232Aging (Life Of Tires).................................. 227Air Pressure.............................................. 225Chains...................................................... 232Changing.................................................. 171Compact Spare......................................... 229General Information........................ 225, 229High Speed............................................... 226Inflation Pressure..................................... 225Jacking..................................................... 171Life Of Tires.............................................. 227Load Capacity.................................. 221, 222Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..47, 135Quality Grading......................................... 232Radial....................................................... 226Replacement............................................ 228Rotation.................................................... 232Safety.............................................. 217, 225Sizes......................................................... 218Snow Tires................................................ 229Spare Tires...................................... 229, 230Spinning................................................... 227Trailer Towing.............................................. 72Tread Wear Indicators.............................. 227Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 236To Open Hood.................................................. 36Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight......................... 71
Towing..............................................................68Disabled Vehicle....................................... 187Guide...........................................................71Recreational................................................75Weight.........................................................71Towing Behind A Motorhome...........................75Traction............................................................76Traction Control............................................ 134Trailer Sway Control (TSC)............................. 134Trailer Towing...................................................68Hitches........................................................70Minimum Requirements..............................71Tips..............................................................74Trailer And Tongue Weight...........................71Wiring..........................................................73Trailer Towing Guide........................................71Trailer Weight...................................................71Transmission....................................................56Automatic................................... 55, 56, 203Fluid.......................................................... 241Maintenance............................................ 203Transporting Pets.......................................... 168Tread Wear Indicators................................... 227Trip Computer..................................................43Turn Signals.....................................................49

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