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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ..................................... 199
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED .................. 199
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ...................................... 202 Preparations For Jacking .......................................... 202
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ......................... 202Jacking And Changing A Tire ................................... 203
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ................................. 206 Alternate Tire Service Kit — If Equipped .................. 211
JUMP STARTING .............................................................. 216 Preparations For Jump Start .................................... 216
Jump Starting Procedure .......................................... 217
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................................ 218
MANUAL PARK RELEASE–8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION ............................................................... 218
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE............................................ 220
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ..................................... 221 All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models — If Equipped.......... 222
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models ............................. 222
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ............................................................... 222
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ..................................... 222
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 223 3.6L And 5.7L Engines ............................................ 223
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ................................................ 228 3.6L Engine .............................................................. 228
5.7L Engine .............................................................. 229
Checking Oil Level .................................................... 230
Adding Washer Fluid................................................. 230Maintenance-Free Battery ....................................... 231
Pressure Washing ..................................................... 231
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 231 Engine Oil ................................................................. 231Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 233Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................................... 233Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................... 234Accessory Drive Belt Inspection............................... 235
Body Lubrication ....................................................... 235
Windshield Wiper Blades ......................................... 236
Exhaust System ........................................................ 237Cooling System ......................................................... 237Brake System ........................................................... 240
Clutch Hydraulic System —
Manual Transmission (If Equipped) ........................ 240
Manual Transmission — If Equipped ....................... 240
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ................... 241
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped ...................... 241Rear Axle ................................................................... 241
Fuses ......................................................................... 242
Bulb Replacement .................................................... 250 TIRES ..................................................................................253
Tire Safety Information ............................................. 253
Tires — General Information ..................................... 261
Tire Types ................................................................... 264Spare Tires — If Equipped ......................................... 264
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................................... 266
Snow Traction Devices ............................................. 267
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................. 268
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES ................................................... 268 Treadwear .................................................................. 268
Traction Grades ......................................................... 269
Temperature Grades ................................................. 269
VEHICLE STORAGE ...........................................................269
BODYWORK ......................................................................270 Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 270
Body And Underbody Maintenance.......................... 270
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 270
INTERIORS ........................................................................ 271 Seats And Fabric Parts.............................................. 271Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 271
Leather Surfaces ....................................................... 272
Glass Surfaces .......................................................... 272

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ..................... 273
BRAKE SYSTEM................................................................ 273
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .............. 273
Torque Specifications ............................................... 273
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................................................... 274 3.6L Engine ............................................................... 274
5.7L Engine (With Automatic Transmission) ........... 2745.7L Engine (With Manual Transmission) ............... 274
Reformulated Gasoline............................................. 275
Materials Added To Fuel .......................................... 275
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..................................... 275
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles............. 275
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications .................. 276Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese
Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline ................................. 276Fuel System Cautions ............................................... 276
FLUID CAPACITIES ........................................................... 277
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............................... 278
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............................. 279
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE ................................................................ 280 Prepare For The Appointment.................................. 280
Prepare A List............................................................ 280
Be Reasonable With Requests ................................ 280
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ............................................. 280 Roadside Assistance ................................................ 280
FCA US LLC Customer Center .................................. 281
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center .......................... 281
Mexico ....................................................................... 281Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands ........................... 281
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or
Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .................................... 282Service Contract ...................................................... 282 WARRANTY INFORMATION.............................................282
MOPAR® PARTS ..............................................................282
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ......................................282 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C........ 282
In Canada................................................................... 283
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS .......................................283
GENERAL INFORMATION................................................. 284
CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR ADDRESS.......................284

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66GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to warn of a
high transmission fluid temperature. This may
occur with strenuous usage such as trailer
towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle
and run the engine at idle or slightly faster, with the
transmission in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), until the light
turns off. Once the light turns off, you may continue to
drive normally.
Vehicle Security Warning Light —
If Equipped
This light will flash at a fast rate for
approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle
security system is arming, and then will flash
slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.
YELLOW WARNING LIGHTS
Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Warning Light — If Equipped
This light will turn on when a ACC is not
operating and needs service Úpage 85.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning
Light
This warning light monitors the ABS. The light
will turn on when the ignition is placed in the
ON/RUN or ACC/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 as soon as possible.
However, the conventional brake system will continue to
operate normally, assuming the Brake Warning Light is not
also on.
If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition is placed
in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position, have the brake
system inspected by an authorized dealer.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active
Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will indicate when the ESC
system is Active. The ESC Indicator Light in the
instrument cluster will come on when the
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/
RUN position, and when ESC is activated. It should go out
with the engine running. If the ESC Indicator Light comes on continuously with the
engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the
ESC system. If this warning light remains on after several
ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several
miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph
(48 km/h), see an authorized dealer as soon as possible
to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.

The ESC OFF Indicator Light and the ESC Indicator Light
come on momentarily each time the ignition is placed
in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position.
 The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds
when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop
when ESC becomes inactive.
 This light will come on when the vehicle is in an ESC
event.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF
Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light indicates the ESC is off.
Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN, the ESC system will be on, even
if it was turned off previously.
Low Fuel Warning Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 2
gal (7.5 L), this light will turn on and a chime will
sound. The light will remain on until fuel is
added.
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
windshield washer fluid is low.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated
you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact
with hot engine or exhaust components and cause a
fire.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature
Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe
transmission damage or transmission failure.

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74STARTING AND OPERATING
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the
“Normal Starting” and the vehicle has not experienced an
extended park condition as defined previously, it may be
flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor
and hold it there. Crank the engine for no more than
10 seconds. This should clear any excess fuel in case the
engine is flooded. Leave the ignition key in the ON/RUN
position, release the accelerator pedal and repeat the
“Normal Starting” procedure.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
(BELOW –22°F OR −30°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater
(available from an authorized dealer) is recommended.
AFTER STARTING
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
3.6L & 5.7L
A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain
(engine, transmission, clutch, and rear axle) in your new
vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided. The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant
installed at the factory are high-quality and
energy-conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should
be consistent with anticipated climate and conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the
recommended viscosity and quality grades
Úpage 278.
NOTE:A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter
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preted as an indication of difficulty. Please check your oil
level with the engine oil indicator often during the break in
period. Add oil as required.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the
PARK or REVERSE (manual transmission only) position.
When the parking brake is applied and the ignition switch
is in the ON/RUN position, the Brake Warning Light in the
instrument cluster will illuminate.
WARNING!
 Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
 Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans -
mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel
could enter the catalytic converter and once the
engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle.
 If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster
cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster
battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of
start can be dangerous if done improperly
Úpage 216.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously
crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time.
Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in
the engine or damage may result.

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76STARTING AND OPERATING
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
NOTE:During cold weather, you may experience increased effort
in shifting until the transmission fluid warms up. This is
normal.

Manual Gear Selector

SHIFTING
Fully press the clutch pedal and lift your foot off the
accelerator pedal before shifting gears. As you release the
clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal. Damage
to the transmission or clutch may occur if you do not fully
press the clutch pedal and lift off of the accelerator pedal
when shifting.

Shift Pattern

Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before
driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and
a collision.
 Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving
your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or
injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in
PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll
and cause damage or injury.
CAUTION!
If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking
brake released, a brake system malfunction is
indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle
unattended without having the parking brake fully
applied. The parking brake should always be applied
when the driver is not in the vehicle, especially on an
incline.
WARNING!CAUTION!
Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal,
or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal
partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear
on the clutch
Úpage 162.
 Failure to press the clutch pedal fully to the floor may
cause increased shift efforts, and may result in
damage to the clutch and transmission.
 Do not rest your hand on the gear selector while
driving, as this may result in transmission synchro -
nizer damage.
 Do not attempt to shift the transmission if the rear
wheels are spinning due to loss of traction. Damage
to the transmission may occur.

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STARTING AND OPERATING81
DRIVE (D)
This range should be used for most city and highway
driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and downshifts,
and the best fuel economy. The transmission
automatically upshifts through all forward gears.
When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as
when operating the vehicle under heavy loading
conditions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head
winds, or while towing a heavy trailer), use the AutoStick
shift control to select a lower gear
Úpage 82. Under
these conditions, using a lower gear will improve
performance and extend transmission life by reducing
excessive shifting and heat buildup. During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be
modified depending on engine and transmission
temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature
improves warm up time of the engine and transmission to
achieve maximum efficiency. Engagement of the torque
converter clutch is inhibited until the transmission fluid is
warm. Normal operation will resume once the
transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level.
MANUAL (M)
The MANUAL (M, +/-) position (beside the DRIVE position)
enables full manual control of transmission shifting (also
known as AutoStick mode
Úpage 82. Toggling the gear
selector forward (-) or rearward (+) while in the MANUAL
(AutoStick) position will manually select the transmission
gear, and will display the current gear in the instrument
cluster as M1, M2, M3, etc.
Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored electronically for
abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could
result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home
Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission may
operate only in certain gears, or may not shift at all.
Vehicle performance may be severely degraded and the
engine may stall. In some situations, the transmission may
not re-engage if the engine is turned off and restarted. The
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illuminated. A
message in the instrument cluster will inform the driver of
the more serious conditions, and indicate what actions
may be necessary. In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission
can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the
following steps:
NOTE:In cases where the instrument cluster message indicates
the transmission may not re-engage after engine
shutdown, perform this procedure only in a desired
location (preferably, at an authorized dealer).

1. Stop the vehicle.

2. Shift the transmission into PARK, if possible. If not,
shift the transmission to NEUTRAL.
3. Push and hold the ignition switch until the engine turns off.
4. Wait approximately 30 seconds.
5. Restart the engine.
6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will return to
normal operation.
NOTE:Even if the transmission can be reset, we recommend that
you visit an authorized dealer at your earliest possible
convenience. An authorized dealer has diagnostic
equipment to assess the condition of your transmission.
If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer
service is required.
WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition
to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that
limit your response to changing traffic or road
conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and
have a collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other
reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause
severe transmission damage.
For Recreational Towing
Úpage 104.
For Towing A Disabled Vehicle
Úpage 221.
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214IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
(B) SETTING UP TO USE TIRE SERVICE KIT:

1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (6) and turn to the
Sealant Mode position.

2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (4) and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose.
3. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire.
4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (4) onto the
valve stem.
5. Uncoil the Power Plug (7) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet.
NOTE:Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) from
the tire.
(C) INJECTING TIRE SERVICE KIT SEALANT
INTO THE DEFLATED TIRE:
Always start the engine before turning ON the Tire
Service Kit.
NOTE:Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking
brake engaged and the gear selector in NEUTRAL. 
After pushing the Power Button (3), the sealant (white
fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1) through the
Sealant Hose (4) and into the tire.
NOTE:Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the tire.
If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10
seconds through the Sealant Hose :

1. Push the Power Button (3) to turn Off the Tire
Service Kit. Disconnect the Sealant Hose (4) from
the valve stem. Make sure the valve stem is free of
debris. Reconnect the Sealant Hose (4) to the valve
stem. Check that the Mode Select Knob (6) is in the
Sealant Mode position and not Air Mode. Push the
Power Button (3) to turn On the Tire Service Kit.

2. Connect the Power Plug (7) to a different 12 Volt power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if
available. Make sure the engine is running before
turning ON the Tire Service Kit.
3. The Sealant Bottle (1) may be empty due to previous use. Call for assistance.
NOTE:If the Mode Select Knob (6) is on Air Mode and the pump
is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (8)
only, not the Sealant Hose (4). If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant
Hose :

1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no
longer flowing through the hose (typically takes
30 - 70 seconds). As the sealant flows through the
Sealant Hose (4), the Pressure Gauge (5) can read
as high as 70 psi (4.8 Bar). The Pressure Gauge (5)
will decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi
(4.8 Bar) to the actual tire pressure when the
Sealant Bottle (1) is empty.

2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire immediately after the Sealant Bottle (1) is empty.
Continue to operate the pump and inflate the tire to
the pressure indicated on the tire pressure label on
the driver-side latch pillar (recommended pressure).
Check the tire pressure by looking at the Pressure
Gauge (5).
If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar)
pressure within 15 minutes:
 The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive
the vehicle further. Call for assistance.NOTE:If the tire becomes overinflated, push the Deflation Button
(2) to reduce the tire pressure to the recommended
inflation pressure before continuing.

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE225
Mileage Or Time Passed
(Whichever Comes First)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal joints. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot
seals and replace if necessary. X
XX X X XX
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front
axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X
XX X X XX
Inspect the manual transmission fluid
(if equipped). X
XX X X XX
Inspect the brake linings, replace as
necessary. X
XX X X XX
Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four wheel disc brakes. X
XX X X XX
Inspect transfer case fluid
(All Wheel Drive Only). X
X X X X
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