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IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation Radio or Multimedia Radio Manual, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and 24-Hour Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find it useful. If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Radio or Multimedia Radio Manual or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-800-992-1997 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. Replacement manuals may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Jeep® is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC. Copyright © 2009 Chrysler Group LLC.

INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWELCOME FROMCHRYSLER GROUP LLC . . . . . . . . . . 2

CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDRIVER COCKPIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . . . . . . . . . . 6

GETTING STARTEDKEY FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8THEFT ALARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9SEAT BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9FRONT SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10REAR SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13TILT/TELESCOPING STEERINGCOLUMN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15ADJUSTABLE PEDALS . . . . . . . . . . . 16PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES . . . . . . . 16

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLETURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER . . . . . . . 17WIPER/WASHER LEVER . . . . . . . . . . 18SPEED CONTROL LEVER . . . . . . . . . 19ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECT (ERS) . . . 20MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS . . . . . . 20AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS(ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST . . . . 22PARKVIEW® REAR BACK-UP CAMERA . . 22POWER LIFTGATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23LIFTGATE FLIPPER GLASS . . . . . . . . 23POWER SUNROOF . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23WIND BUFFETING . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

ELECTRONICSNON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS . . . . . . 25TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS . . . . . . . . . 27REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS . . . . . . . . 31VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM(VES)™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATIONCENTER (EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER . . . 33POWER INVERTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34POWER OUTLET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35uconnect™ phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35VOICE RECOGNITION . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION . . . . . 38

UTILITY

INTERIOR STORAGE COMPARTMENTS . . 40TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUMTRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) . . . . . . . . 41RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.) . . . . . . . . . . . . 42BRAKE/TRANSMISSION INTERLOCKMANUAL OVERRIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24 HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE . . . . . . 44INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNINGLIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . . 47JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING . . . . . . 48JUMP-STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS . . . . . . . . . 53TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE . . . . . . 54EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) . . . . . . 55

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOPENING THE HOOD . . . . . . . . . . . . 56ENGINE COMPARTMENT . . . . . . . . . 57FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES . . . . . . . . . 59MAINTENANCE CHART . . . . . . . . . . 60FUSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62TIRE PRESSURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE . . . . . 68EXTERIOR BULBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

CONSUMER ASSISTANCECHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMERCENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMERCENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARINGIMPAIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69PUBLICATIONS ORDERING . . . . . . . . 69REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS INTHE 50 UNITED STATES ANDWASHINGTON, D.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . 70TIRE WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

MOPAR ACCESSORIESMOPAR® ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . 73

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLCCongratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that itrepresents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials thatare traditional to our vehicles.

IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features ofyour vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Warranty Booklets, TireWarranty, and 24 Hour Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or RoadsideAssistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find ituseful. Retail customers may obtain a printed copy of any of these booklets, call1-800-890-4038 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or ask your dealer.

For complete owner information, refer to the DVD in the owner’s kit provided at the time ofnew vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the information contained on the DVD mayalso be printed and saved for future reference.

Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle.

Chrysler Group LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources. Byconverting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for yourvehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen thestress on our environment.

Vehicles Sold In CanadaWith respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemedto be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.

Driving And AlcoholDrunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.

Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legalminimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call acab, a friend, or use public transportation.

WARNING!

Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, yourreflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking.Never drink and then drive.

This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are eitherstandard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also include a description of featuresand equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Pleasedisregard any features and equipment described in this guide that are not available on thisvehicle. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design andspecifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposingany obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

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Rollover Warning

WARNING!

Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply theparking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possibleinjury or damage.

CAUTION!

Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials. The heatfrom your vehicle exhaust system could cause a fire.

CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, ATF+4, MOPAR and uconnect are registered trademarks ofChrysler Group LLC.COPYRIGHT ©2009 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

DRIVER COCKPIT

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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Warning Lights- Low Fuel Warning Light

- Charging System Light**

- Oil Pressure Warning Light**

- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**

- Airbag Warning Light**

- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light

- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light

- Seat Belt Reminder Light

- Brake Warning Light**

- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**

- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light/Brake Assist System(BAS) Warning Light**

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Indicators- Turn Signal Indicators

- High Beam Indicator

- Front Fog Light Indicator

- Vehicle Security Indicator*

- TOW/HAUL Indicator

- 4WD LOW Indicator

- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light/Traction ControlSystem (TCS) Indicator

- Cruise Indicator

* If equipped** Bulb Check with Key On

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KEY FOB

Locking And Unlocking TheDoors/Liftgate• Press the LOCK button once to lock all the

doors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCKbutton once to unlock the driver’s door onlyand twice within five seconds to unlock all thedoors and liftgate.

• All doors can be programmed to unlock onthe first press of the UNLOCK button.

WARNING!

Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. Achild or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parkingbrake, brake pedal, or the shift lever. Do not leave the key in the ignition. A childcould operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

Unlock Flipper Glass• Press the FLIPPER GLASS button two times within five seconds to open the liftgate

flipper glass.

WARNING!

Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into yourvehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the flipperglass closed when you are operating the vehicle.

Remote Start• Press the REMOTE START button x2 twice within five seconds. Pressing the REMOTE

START button a third time shuts the engine off.

• To drive the vehicle, press the UNLOCK button, insert the Key Fob in the ignition and turnto the ON/RUN position.

• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the ignitionKey Fob is placed in the ON/RUN position.

• The vehicle must be started with the Key Fob after two consecutive timeouts.

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WARNING!

• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gascontains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxideis poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled.

• Keep Key Fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote StartSystem, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury ordeath.

Panic Alarm• Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.

• Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to turn the panicalarm off.

Express Window Feature• To remotely lower both front door windows at the same time, press and release the

UNLOCK button and then immediately press and hold the UNLOCK button until thewindows lower to the level desired or until they lower completely.

Emergency Key• Should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob transmitter go dead, there is an

emergency key located in the Key Fob. To remove the emergency key, slide the button atthe top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with yourother hand.

• The emergency key is also for locking the glove compartment.

THEFT ALARM

To Arm• Press the Key Fob LOCK button or the power door lock switch while the door is open.

To Disarm• Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or turn the ignition to the ON position.

SEAT BELT• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat using a seat belt properly.

WARNING!

In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you arenot properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or otherpassengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and othersin your vehicle are buckled up properly.

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FRONT SEATS

WARNING!

Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement ofthe seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properlyadjusted and you could be injured. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked.

Manual Seat Adjustment

Forward/Rearward• Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at

the desired position.

Recliner• Lift the rear lever located on the outboard

side of the seat, lean back and release at thedesired position.

WARNING!

Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer restingagainst your chest. In a collision, you could slide under the seat belt and be seriouslyor even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.

Manual Lumbar Adjust Lever• Rotate the lumbar lever downward to

increase the support or upward to decreasethe support.

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Eight-Way Driver Power Seat• The recline switch, located on the outboard

side of the seat, controls seatbackadjustment.

• The power seat switch controls forward/back,up/down, and tilt adjustment.

Four-Way Passenger Power Seat• The recline switch, located on the outboard

side of the seat, controls seatbackadjustment.

• The power seat switch controls forward/backadjustment.

CAUTION!

DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it maycause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement isstopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.

Heated Seats• The controls for front heated seats are

located near the bottom center of theinstrument panel (below the heater/airconditioning controls).

• Press the switch once to select High-levelheating. Press the switch a second time toselect Low-level heating. Press the switch athird time to shut the heating elements Off.

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GETTING STARTED

WARNING!

• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronicillness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or otherphysical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may causeburns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.

• Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket orcushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that hasbeen overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surfacetemperature of the seat.

CAUTION!

Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heating element and/or degradethe material of the seat.

Memory Seats• The memory seat feature allows you to save

two different driver seating positions, driver'soutside mirror, adjustable brake andaccelerator pedals, and radio station presetsettings. The memory seat switch is locatedon the driver's door panel.

• Adjust all memory profile settings, press theSET button then press 1 or 2 within fiveseconds.

• To program a Key Fob to the memory position, press and release the LOCK button within10 seconds on the Key Fob to be programmed.

• Place the ignition switch in the ON position, select Remote Linked to Memory in theElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter Yes.

• Press 1 or 2 to recall the saved positions, or press UNLOCK on the programmed Key Fob.

• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.

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REAR SEATS

40/20/40 Second Row Folding Seat

Fold and Tumble - Second Row Seat• The left, center, or right side of the second

row seat can be lowered. The left and rightside of the second row seat can also betumbled forward to allow access to the thirdrow seat.

• Pull up on the seatback lever located on theoutboard side of the seat.

NOTE: Also, pulling upward on this handleallows the outboard seating positions to bereclined.

• Fold the seatback down, and tumble the seatforward.

NOTE: If sitting in the third row seat, pullrearward on the release strap located at therear of the seat and tumble the seat forward.

WARNING!

Do not drive the vehicle with the outer second row seats in the tumbled position. Theouter second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the thirdrow seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.

Folding Second Row Middle Seatback• Pull the release strap.

• Lower the center seatback.

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GETTING STARTED

50/50 Third Row Folding Seat• Either side of the third row seat can be

lowered.

• Open the liftgate.

• Pull the seatback release handle (toward therear of the vehicle), and lower the seatbackusing the pull strap.

• To raise the rear seat, detach the pull strapfrom the back of the seat, and pull theseatback upward until it locks into place.

2nd Row Heated Seats• Second row heated seat switches are located

on the rear of the center console.

• Press the switch once to select High-levelheating. Press the switch a second time toselect Low-level heating. Press the switch athird time to shut the heating elements Off.

WARNING!

• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronicillness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or otherphysical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may causeburns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket orcushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that hasbeen overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surfacetemperature of the seat.

CAUTION!

Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heating element and/or degradethe material of the seat.

TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN• The tilt/telescoping control lever is located

below the steering wheel at the end of thesteering column.

• Push down on the lever to unlock the steeringcolumn.

• To tilt the steering column, move the steeringwheel upward or downward as desired. Tolengthen or shorten the steering column, pullthe steering wheel outward or push it inwardas desired.

• Pull upward on the lever to lock the column firmly in place.

WARNING!

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The tilt/telescoping adjustment mustbe locked while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving withoutthe tilt/telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of thevehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.

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GETTING STARTED

ADJUSTABLE PEDALS• The adjustable pedal switch is located on the

left side of the instrument panel.

• Press the bottom of the switch to move thebrake and accelerator pedals away from thedriver. Press the top of the switch to move thepedals closer to the driver.

NOTE: The pedals cannot be adjusted whenthe vehicle is in REVERSE or when theElectronic Speed Control is set.

WARNING!

Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. You could lose control and havean accident. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked.

CAUTION!

Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move, asit may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited ifmovement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal’s path.

PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped• The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Press and release the

MENU button until Personal Settings displays, then press the SCROLL button toscroll through the settings. Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to change the setting.

• Language • Easy Entry/Exit Seat• Auto Door Locks • Key-Off Power Delay• Auto UNLK On Exit • Illuminated Approach• RKE Unlock • Display Units of Measure In• Sound Horn With RKE Lock • Automatic High Beams• Flash Lamp Lock • Hill Start Assist• Headlamp Off Delay • Display ECO• Turn Headlamps On with Wipers • Rain Sensing Intermittent Wipers

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TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER

Headlights/Parking Lights• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights , the second detent

for headlights and the third detent for AUTO.

• When set to AUTO, the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based onambient light levels.

SmartBeams™• Automatically controls the use of the headlight high beams.

Instrument Panel Dimmer• Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the

instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door isopened.

• Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrumentpanel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on.

• Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next detent position to brighten theodometer and radio controls when the parking lights or headlights are on.

• Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interiorlighting.

Flash To Pass• Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams. The high beams will remain on until

the lever is released.

High Beam Operation• Push the lever forward to activate the high beams.

NOTE: For safe driving, turn off high beams when oncoming traffic is present to preventheadlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Fog Lights• Turn on the parking lights or low beam headlights and pull out the end of the lever.

Turn Signals/Lane Change Assist• Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and

automatically turn off.

WIPER/WASHER LEVER

Front WipersIntermittent, Low And High Operation• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings,

the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation.

Washer Operation• Pull the lever toward you and hold for as long as spray is desired.

Mist• Pull down on the lever and release when a single wipe is desired.

Rain Sensing Wipers• This feature senses moisture on the vehicle's windshield and automatically activates the

wipers for the driver when the switch is in the intermittent position.

Rear WiperWiper Operation• Rotate the center portion of the lever forward to the first detent for rear wiper operation.

Washer Operation• Rotate the center portion of the lever past the first detent to activate the rear washer.


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SPEED CONTROL LEVER

Cruise ON/OFF• Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed

Control.• CRUISE will appear on the instrument cluster

to indicate the Speed Control is on.• Push the ON/OFF button a second time to

turn the system off.

WARNING!

Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. Youcould accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You couldlose control and have an accident. Always leave the Electronic Speed Control systemoff when you are not using it.

Set• With Speed Control on, push down and release the lever to set a desired speed.

WARNING!

Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain aconstant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could losecontrol. An accident could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control inheavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.

Accel/Decel• Push and hold the lever up to accelerate or down to decelerate the vehicle; release the

lever to save the new set speed.• Once a speed is set, tapping the lever up or down will increase or decrease the set speed

approximately 1 mph (2 km/h).

Cancel• Pull the lever toward you or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintain the set

speed in memory.• Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system off and erase the set speed memory.

Resume• To resume a previously selected speed in memory, push the lever up and release.

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ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECT (ERS)• The Electronic Range Select (ERS) feature

allows you to select the desired top gear. Forexample, if you shift the transaxle into thirdgear, the transaxle will never shift above thirdgear, but can shift down to second or firstgear automatically when needed.

• To shift from DRIVE mode to ERS mode, movethe shift lever to the left (-) once. The currentgear will be maintained as the top gear. Todisable ERS, simply press and hold the shiftlever to the right (+) until “D” is displayed inthe instrument cluster odometer.

• Switching from ERS to DRIVE can be done atany vehicle speed.

MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS

Air Recirculation

• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.

• For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off.

• Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes.


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AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)

Automatic Operation• Turn the Mode Control to the AUTO position and the Blower Control to either LO AUTO or

HIGH AUTO position.

• Select the desired temperature by rotating the temperature controls for the driver orpassenger.

• The system will maintain the set temperature automatically.

Air Conditioning (A/C)

• If the air conditioning button is pressed while in AUTO mode, the indicator light may flashthree times to indicate the air conditioning is being controlled automatically.

Air Recirculation

• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.

• For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off.

• If the recirculation button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light mayflash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.

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Rear Climate Control

• The Manual Rear Climate Control system has one floor air outlet (passenger side), andtwo panel outlets in the rear quarter trim (on each side). The unit provides warm or coolair through the floor and upper outlets.

• The rear temperature, blower speed, and mode control can be adjusted as desired by thethird row seat occupants.

NOTE: The rear climate control system cannot be controlled from the front seat; it canonly be turned on and off. All control of the rear system must be performed by the rearoccupants.

PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST• If an object is detected behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in REVERSE, a

warning will display in the headliner near the flipper glass and a chime will sound. Thechime rate will change depending on the distance of the object, getting faster as theobject gets closer to the bumper.

PARKVIEW® REAR BACK-UP CAMERA• You can see an on-screen image of the rear of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is

put into REVERSE. The ParkView® Rear Back-Up Camera camera image will bedisplayed on the radio display screen, located on the center stack of the instrumentpanel.

WARNING!

Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView® RearBack-Up Camera. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to checkfor pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before backingup. You are responsible for the safety of your surroundings and must continue to payattention while backing up. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.


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POWER LIFTGATE• The power liftgate may be opened manually or by pressing the LIFTGATE button on the

Key Fob. Press the LIFTGATE button on the Key Fob twice within five seconds to open thepower liftgate. Once the liftgate is open, pressing the button twice within five seconds asecond time will close the liftgate.

• Also, the power liftgate may be closed by pressing the Liftgate switch located on the leftrear trim, near the liftgate opening. Pressing once will close the liftgate only. This buttoncannot be used to open the liftgate.

LIFTGATE FLIPPER GLASS• The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked. To open the

flipper glass, push up on the window switch located on the liftgate.

WARNING!

To avoid injury, stand back when opening. Glass may automatically rise.

NOTE: If a malfunction to the liftgate latch should occur, an emergency liftgate latchrelease can be used to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can beaccessed through a snap-in cover located on the liftgate trim panel.

WARNING!

Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into yourvehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the flipperglass closed when you are operating the vehicle.

POWER SUNROOF• The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console.

WARNING!

• Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants,particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroofwhile operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in seriousinjury or death.

• In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an opensunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat beltproperly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too.

• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, otherbody parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result.

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Opening SunroofExpress• Press the switch rearward and release. The sunroof will fully open and stop

automatically.

Closing SunroofExpress• Press the switch forward and release. The sunroof will close automatically from any

position.

Manual Open/Close• Press and hold the switch rearward to open or forward to close the sunroof. Any release

of the switch will stop the movement, and the sunroof will remain in a partially open orclosed position until the switch is pressed again.

Venting Sunroof• Press and release the "V" button, and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is

called “Express Vent” and will occur regardless of sunroof position. During Express Ventoperation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.

Pinch Protection Feature• This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close

operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof willautomatically return to the open position.

NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed and held during manualopening and closing of the sunroof.

WIND BUFFETING• Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting

occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together.

• If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust anywindow. This will minimize buffeting.


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NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS

RES Radio

RES/RSC Radio

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ELECTRONICS

NOTE: uconnect™ phone and Voice Recognition are vehicle options which must beordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has beenequipped with the option.

• The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate.

• Unless otherwise noted, the information provided on the operation and functionality ofthe radios in this section is common to all non-touch-screen radios.

Seek Up/Down Buttons• Press and release to search for and stop at the next listenable station in AM/FM mode.

• Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping.

Audio Settings• Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS, MID, TREBLE, BALANCE and FADE will

display. Rotate the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the desired setting.

Auxiliary Mode• The auxiliary (AUX) jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette

player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system and playthrough the vehicle speakers.

Clock Setting• Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink; turn the TUNE/SCROLL control

knob to set the hours.

• Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink; turn theTUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes.

• Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save the time change.

• To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds.

Station Presets• Press the SET/RND button once and SET 1 will show in the display. Then select the button

(1–6).

• A second station may be added to each push button. Press the SET/RND button twice andSET 2 will show in the display, then select button (1–6).

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TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS

Navigation Radio – RER

Multimedia Radio – REN

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NOTE: uconnect™ phone and Voice Recognition are vehicle options which must beordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has beenequipped with the option.

• The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate.

• Unless otherwise noted, the information provided on the operation and functionality ofthe radios in this section is common to all touch-screen radios.

Seek Up/Down• Press to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SAT bands. Seek through tracks in CD

or iPod® modes or through songs in the HDD playlist.

Radio Mode• Press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key to display the different radio modes, then press the

desired soft-key to select AM, FM, SAT, TV, HDD, Disk, Aux or Video EntertainmentSystem (VES)™ modes.

Auxiliary Mode• The auxiliary (AUX) jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette

player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system and playthrough the vehicle speakers.

Clock Setting• Turn the radio on, then touch the screen where the time is displayed.

• Touch the USER CLOCK soft-key (Navigation radio only).

• To adjust the hours, touch either the HOUR FORWARD or HOUR BACKWARD soft-key.

• To adjust the minutes, touch either the MINUTE FORWARD or MINUTE BACKWARDsoft-key.

• To save the new time setting, touch the screen where the word “Save” is displayed.

Store Radio Presets• Press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key repeatedly until AM FM SAT is displayed in the upper

left corner of the screen.

• Select the radio band by touching either the AM, FM, or SAT soft-key.

• Find the station to store by either pressing the SEEK UP/DOWN hard-key, or touching theSCAN soft-key, DIRECT TUNE soft-key or the left and right arrows.

• Once the station is found, touch and hold one of the PRESET soft-keys in the list to theright, until you hear a confirmation beep.

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Hard Disc Drive Operation

Copy Complete Audio Disc To Hard-Drive

• Press the OPEN/CLOSE hard-key and insert a disc, then press the MENU hard-key.

• Touch the MY FILES soft-key, then select MY MUSIC.

• Touch the IMPORT MUSIC soft-key, then touch the FROM DISC soft-key in the next screento start the process.

Copying From USB

• Insert a USB device, then select MY MUSIC.

• Touch the IMPORT MUSIC FILES soft-key, then touch the FROM USB soft-key in the nextscreen.

• Select the folders or titles you would like to copy, then touch the DONE soft-key to startthe copy process.

Copy Pictures To The Hard-Drive

• Insert either a CD or a USB device containing your pictures.

• Touch the MY FILES soft-key, then go to the MANAGE MY FILES screen.

• Touch the MY PICTURES soft-key to get an overview of the currently stored images.

• Touch one of the ADD PICTURES soft-keys, then select the type of media inserted.

• Use the PAGE soft-keys to page through a list of pictures and press the picture you wouldlike to import.

• Confirm your selection by touching the YES soft-key. The imported picture is nowavailable in the MANAGE MY PICTURES screen.

• In order to display the imported picture in the radio screen, touch the desired picturessoft-key.

• Select this picture by pressing the PICTURE VIEW soft-key. A check mark indicates thecurrently used picture.

Cleaning Your Touch-Screen Radio• Do not spray any liquid or caustic chemicals directly on the screen. Use a clean and dry

micro fiber lens cleaning cloth in order to clean the touch-screen.

• If necessary, use a lint-free cloth dampened with a cleaning solution such as isopropylalcohol or an isopropyl alcohol and water solution ratio of 50:50. Be sure to follow thesolvent manufacture's precautions and directions.

Navigation

Navigation Radio – RER Only

• Navigation radios require digital data from a navigation database. The data in thenavigation database is licensed from Navigation Technologies®. Not all roads aredigitized.

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• For software updates, visit http://www.chrysler.com/en/owners/mygig/ website, visithttp://www.navteq.com website, or contact your authorized dealer for the latest availablesoftware.

NOTE: Many features of this radio are speed dependent. For your own safety, it is notpossible to use the touch-screen keyboard to enter a name (e.g., street name) while thevehicle is in motion. Pull over at a safe location to complete your task.

• The Navigation system receives GPS signals from satellites to display the position of yourvehicle.

New Destination

• Press the NAV hard-key to access the Navigation Main Menu.

• Touch the NEW DESTINATION soft-key to program a destination, then select thedestination soft-key of your choice.

Program/Storing Home Address

• Press the NAV hard-key to access the Navigation Main Menu.

• Touch the GUIDE ME HOME soft-key, then touch the STREET ADDRESS soft-key.

• Touch the STATE soft-key, then enter your state name into the speller; select your statefrom the list and press the CHANGE soft-key.

• Touch the INPUT STREET NAME soft-key and enter your street name into the speller.

• Touch the CONTINUE soft-key and enter your address into the speller; then touch theCONTINUE soft-key again.

• Touch the city name and touch the SAVE soft-key to complete programming.

Change Stored Home Address• Press the MENU hard-key, then touch the MY FILES soft-key.

• Touch the MY ADDRESS BOOK soft-key, then touch the HOME soft-key.

• In the Home Address Information screen, touch the EDIT CONTACT soft-key, then touchthe CHANGE ADDRESS soft-key in the next screen.

• Touch the INPUT STREET NAME soft-key and enter your street name into the speller.

• Touch the CONTINUE soft-key and enter your address into the speller; touch theCONTINUE soft-key again.

• Touch the city name and touch the SAVE soft-key to complete programming.

Guide Me Home• Press the NAV hard-key to access the Navigation Main Menu.

• Touch the GUIDE ME HOME soft-key to route you back to your home destination fromyour current location. Touch the GO soft-key to start your trip.

Map• Press the NAV hard-key to access the Navigation Main Menu.

• Touch the MAP soft-key to display a map of your current position.

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REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS• The switches are located on the rear surface

of the steering wheel.

Right Switch• Press the switch up or down to increase and

decrease the volume.

• Press the button in the center to changemodes AM/FM/CD/SAT.

Left Switch• Press the switch up or down to search for the

next listenable station or select the next orprevious CD track.

• Press the button in the center to select thenext preset station (Radio) or to change CDs ifequipped with a CD Changer.

VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™

System Operation• The screen is located on the headliner behind

the front seat. To lower the screen, press therelease button located in the center of theconsole rear of the screen.

• The system may be controlled by the frontseat occupants using the touch-screen radio,or by the rear seat occupants using theremote control.

• The video screen displays information in asplit screen format. The left side of the screenis referred to as Channel 1 and the right sideof the screen is referred to as Channel 2. Allmodes except video modes are displayed in asplit screen format.

• To use the headphones, press the power button located on the right ear cup. Select thechannel on the headphones (1or2) that corresponds to the channel selected on the VES™screen.

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Operation Of The Touch-Screen Radio• To view a DVD video press the OPEN/CLOSE hard-key and insert the disc. Playback will

begin automatically after the DVD is recognized by the disc drive. If playback does notbegin automatically follow these steps:

• Press the MENU hard-key, then touch the REAR VES™ soft-key. If a chapter listappears on the right side of the screen touch the HIDE LIST soft-key to display theRear VES™ Control screen.

• Touch the 1 soft-key to select an audio channel, then touch the DISC soft-key in theMEDIA column.

SIRIUS Backseat TV™

• Press the MENU hard-key, then touch the Rear VES™ soft-key. If a chapter list appearson the right side of the screen, touch the HIDE LIST soft key to display the Rear VES™Control screen.

• Touch the 1 soft-key to select an audio channel, then touch the TV soft-key in the RADIOcolumn to select SIRIUS Backseat TV™.

Operation Of The Remote• The remote control operates similarly to any DVD remote you have used before and

allows the rear seat passengers to change stations, tracks, discs and audio/video modes.

• The remote control is designed to control either channel by using the selector switchlocated on the right side of the remote.

• Pressing the power button will turn the VES™ system ON/OFF.

• Pressing the MODE button causes the Mode Selection menu to appear on the VES™screen. Use the remote control arrow buttons to scroll through the available modes, thenpress ENTER to select the desired mode.

SIRIUS Backseat TV™

• To view SIRIUS Backseat TV™ set the remote control channel selector switch tochannel 1. Press the MODE button, then using the arrow buttons select TV andpress ENTER.

Auxiliary Audio/Video Input Jacks• The Aux jacks are located on the rear of the center console.

• Connect the video game or other external media devices to the AUX jacks following thecolor coding for VES™ jacks.

• Using either the touch-screen radio or remote control, select AUX from the Rear VES™Control or Mode Selection screen.

• Refer to “uconnect™ studios” in the uconnect™ user's manual on the DVD for furtherdetails.

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ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC)• The EVIC features a driver interactive display

that is located in the instrument cluster.Pressing the controls on the steering wheelallows the driver to select vehicle informationand Personal Settings. For additionalinformation refer to Programmable Featuresin this guide.

• Press and release the MENU button andthe mode displayed will change betweenCompass/Temperature, Trip, System Status,and Personal settings.

• Press the STEP button to scroll through sub menus (i.e., Trip Functions, Avg. FuelEconomy, DTE, Elapsed Time, and Units).

• Press and release the Compass/Temperature button for instant access to theCompass/Temperature screens.

• Press the RESET button to RESET Trip Functions and change Personal Settings.

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER

Programming HomeLink.®

Begin Programming• The HomeLink® buttons are located in the

overhead console.

• Erase all channels before you begin trainingby holding the two outside buttons for up to20 seconds until “CHANNELS CLEARED”appears in the EVIC display.

• Park your vehicle outside of the garage and turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUNposition.

• Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) from the HomeLink® buttons whilekeeping the EVIC display in view. Simultaneously, press and hold both the chosenHomeLink® button and the hand-held transmitter button until the EVIC display changesfrom “CHANNEL # TRAINING” to “CHANNEL # TRAINED.” This may take up to 30 seconds,or longer, in rare cases.

• Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink® button; if the channel has been trained, theEVIC display will show “CHANNEL # TRANSMIT” and the device should operate.

NOTE: If you are having difficulty training your HomeLink® and your garage door wasmanufactured after 1995, you may have a rolling code system. Follow the steps forprogramming a rolling code system.

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Programming A Rolling Code System

• At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “learn” or “training” button.This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage dooropener motor (it is NOT the button normally used to open and close the door).

• Firmly press and release the “learn” or “training” button. The name and color of thebutton may vary by manufacturer. Within 30 seconds, return to the vehicle and press theprogrammed HomeLink® button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). Ifthe device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete.

• If the device does not activate, press the button a third time (for two seconds) to completethe training.

Using HomeLink®

• To operate, simply press and release the programmed HomeLink® button and thetrained device will operate.

• Refer to your Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further details. If you have any problemsprogramming HomeLink®, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515,or on the Internet, at www.HomeLink.com.

POWER INVERTER• There is a 115–volt, 150–watt power inverter

outlet located on the back of the centerconsole. This outlet can power cellularphones, electronics and other low powerdevices requiring power up to 150 watts.

• Press the switch located in the switch bankon the lower instrument panel to turn thepower to the outlet on.

• Press the switch again to turn the power off.The status indicator of the AC power inverterindicates whether the inverter is producingAC power.

NOTE: The power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection. If the powerrating of 150 watts is exceeded, the power inverter will automatically shut down. Once theelectrical device has been removed from the outlet, the inverter should automatically reset.If the power rating exceeds approximately 170 watts, the power inverter may have to bereset manually. To reset the inverter manually, press the power inverter button OFF and ON.To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to usingthe inverter.

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WARNING!

To Avoid Serious Injury or Death: Do not use a three-prong adaptor. Do not insert anyobjects into the receptacles. Do not touch with wet hands. Close the lid when not inuse. If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.

POWER OUTLET• The two front power outlets are located on the instrument panel below the Climate

Controls. The right side outlet is powered only when the key is in the ON position. The leftside outlet is powered directly from the battery and will receive power whether theignition is in the ON or LOCK position. All accessories connected to the left outlet shouldbe removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery againstdischarge.

• The rear power outlet is located in the left rear cargo area and will receive powerwhether the ignition is in the ON or LOCK position. All accessories connected to the rearoutlet should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect thebattery against discharge.

NOTE: Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to bereplaced.

uconnect™ phone• The uconnect™ phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications

system.

• The uconnect™ phone allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone usingsimple voice commands.

• Please refer to uconnect™ phone in the uconnect™ User's Manual on the DVD forfurther details.

WARNING!

• Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditionsfollowing local laws and phone use. All attention should be kept on the roadwayahead. Failure to do so may result in an accident causing serious injury or death.

• Your phone must be turned on and paired to the uconnect™ phone to allow use ofthis vehicle feature in emergency situations, when the cellular phone has networkcoverage and stays paired to the uconnect™ phone.

NOTE: The uconnect™ phone requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth®

Hands-Free Profile, Version 0.96 or higher. For uconnect™ customer support, call1–877–855–8400.

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Phone Pairing

NOTE: Pairing is a one-time initial setup before using the phone. You will also need tofollow the Bluetooth instructions in your cell phone user guide to complete the phonepairing setup.

• Press the Phone button to begin.

• Wait for the “ready” prompt and beep.

• (After the BEEP), say “uconnect setup”.

• (After the BEEP), say “phone pairing”.

• (After the BEEP) say, “pair a phone”.

• Follow the audible prompts.

• You will be asked to create a four-digit PIN which you will later need to enter into yourphone (typically..settings, bluetooth, device, list, new).

• You will then be prompted to give the phone pairing a name (each phone paired shouldhave a unique name).

• Next you will be asked to give this new pairing a priority of 1 thru 7 (up to seven phonesmay be paired).

Making A Phone Call• Press the Phone button .

• (After the BEEP), say “dial” (or “call” to a name).

• (After the BEEP), say number (or name).

Phonebook (uconnect™ local) Edit• Press the Phone button .

• (After the BEEP), say “phonebook”.

• (After the BEEP), say “new entry” or “list names” or “delete”.

• Follow the prompts.

Receiving A Call – Accept (And End)• When an incoming call rings / is announced on uconnect™, press the Phone button .

• To end a call, press the Phone button .

Mute (Or Unmute) Microphone During Call• During a call, press the Voice button .

• (After the BEEP), say “mute on” (or “mute off ”).

Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle• During a call, press the Voice button .

• (After the BEEP), say “transfer call”.

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Changing The Volume• Start a dialogue by pressing the Phone button , then adjust the volume during a

normal call.

• Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable levelwhile the uconnect™ system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for uconnect™is different than the audio system.

NOTE: To access the tutorial, press the uconnect™ hard-key. After the BEEP, say“tutorial”. Press any hard-key or touch the display to cancel the tutorial.

VOICE RECOGNITION• The Voice Recognition (VR) system allows you to control your AM, FM radio, satellite

radio, disc player, and a memo recorder. When you press the VR button , you willhear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. If you do not say a commandwithin a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of options. If you ever wishto interrupt the system while it lists options, press the VR button , listen for the BEEP,and say your command.

• Please refer to uconnect™ tunes in the uconnect™ User's Manual on the DVD for furtherdetails.

Changing The Volume• Start a dialogue by pressing the VR button , then say a command (e.g., “tutorial”).

• Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable levelwhile the Voice Recognition system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for VoiceRecognition is different than the audio system.

WARNING!

Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions and allattention should be kept on the roadway ahead. Failure to do so may result in anaccident causing serious injury or death.

NOTE: To access the tutorial, press the VR button . After the BEEP, say “tutorial”.Press any hard-key or touch the display to cancel the tutorial.

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FOUR-WHEEL DRIVEOPERATION

Quadra-Trac I® OperatingInstructions/Precautions• The Quadra-Trac I® is a single-speed

(HI range only) transfer case, whichprovides convenient full-timefour–wheel drive. No driver interactionis required. The Brake Traction Control(BTC) System, which combinesstandard ABS and Traction Control,provides resistance to any wheel that isslipping to allow additional torquetransfer to wheels with traction.

Quadra-Trac II®/Quadra-DriveII® Operating Instructions/Precautions

• The Quadra-Trac II®/Quadra-Drive II®

transfer case is fully automatic in thenormal driving 4WD HI mode. TheQuadra-Trac II®/Quadra-Drive II®

transfer case provides three modepositions:

• 4WD HI

• NEUTRAL

• 4WD LOW

• This transfer case is fully automatic inthe 4WD HI mode.

• When additional traction is required,the 4WD LOW position can be used tolock the front and rear driveshaftstogether and force the front and rearwheels to rotate at the same speed.The 4WD LOW position is intended forloose, slippery road surfaces only.Driving in the 4WD LOW position ondry, hard-surfaced roads may causeincreased tire wear and damage todriveline components.

• When operating your vehicle in 4WDLOW, the engine speed isapproximately three times that of the4WD HI position at a given road speed.Take care not to overspeed the engineand do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).

NOTE:• If shift conditions/interlocks are not

met, or a transfer case motortemperature protection conditionexists, a “CHECK SHIFT PROCEDURES”message will flash from the ElectronicVehicle Information Center (EVIC).

WARNING!

You or others could be injured if youleave the vehicle unattended with thetransfer case in the N (Neutral)position without first fully engagingthe parking brake. The transfer caseN (Neutral) position disengages boththe front and rear driveshafts fromthe powertrain and will allow thevehicle to move regardless of thetransmission position. The parkingbrake should always be applied whenthe driver is not in the vehicle.


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Shifting Procedures

4WD HI To 4WD LOW• With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph

(0 to 5 km/h), key ON or enginerunning, shift the transmission intoNEUTRAL, and raise the transfer caseT-handle. The “4WD LOW” indicatorlight in the instrument cluster willbegin to flash and remain on solidwhen the shift is complete. Release theT-handle.

• Shifting into or out of 4WD LOW ispossible with the vehicle completelystopped; however, difficulty may occurdue to the mating clutch teeth not beingproperly aligned. Several attempts maybe required for clutch teeth alignmentand shift completion to occur. Thepreferred method is with the vehiclerolling 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h). If thevehicle is moving faster than 3 mph(5 km/h), the transfer case will notallow the shift.

4WD LOW To 4WD HI• With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph

(0 to 5 km/h), key ON or enginerunning, shift the transmission intoNEUTRAL, and raise the transfer caseT-handle. The “4WD LOW” indicatorlight in the instrument cluster will flashand go out when the shift is complete.Release the T-handle.

NEUTRAL Shift Procedure

• Key ON, engine off.

• Vehicle stopped, with foot on brake.

• Place the transmission into NEUTRAL.

• Hold down the NEUTRAL “pin” switch(with a pen, etc.) for four seconds untilthe LED light by the switch starts toblink indicating shift in progress. Thelight will stop blinking (stay on solid)when the NEUTRAL shift is complete. A“4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL” messagewill display on the Electronic VehicleInformation Center (EVIC).

• Repeat these Steps to shift out ofNEUTRAL.

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INTERIOR STORAGE COMPARTMENTS

Rear Storage Compartment

• The cargo tie-downs, located on thecargo area floor, should be used tosafely secure loads when the vehicle ismoving.

WARNING!

• To help protect against personalinjury, passengers should not beseated in the rear cargo area. Therear cargo space is intended forload carrying purposes only, notfor passengers, who should sit inseats and use seat belts.

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• Cargo tie-down hooks are not safeanchors for a child seat tetherstrap. In a sudden stop orcollision, a hook could pull looseand allow the child seat to comeloose. A child could be badlyinjured. Use only the anchorsprovided for child seat tethers.

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RECREATIONAL TOWING(BEHIND MOTORHOME,ETC.)

Towing - Two-Wheel DriveModels• Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if

the driveshaft is removed. Towing withthe rear wheels on the ground whilethe driveshaft is connected can resultin severe transmission damage.

WARNING!

If the driveshaft is removed, thevehicle can roll even if thetransmission is in PARK, which couldcause serious injury or death.

• The parking brake must be firmlyengaged and the wheels chockedduring driveshaft removal andinstallation. The parking brake mustremain engaged unless the vehicle issecurely and properly connected to thetow vehicle, or the driveshaft iscompletely reinstalled. See yourauthorized dealer for proper driveshaftremoval and reinstallation procedures,including flange orientation/alignment,use of thread-locking compound,proper bolt torque specifications, etc.

Towing - Quadra-Trac I®(Single-Speed Transfer Case)Four-Wheel Drive Models• Recreational towing is not allowed.

This model does not have a NEUTRALposition in the transfer case.

Towing - Quadra-Trac II®/Quadra-Drive II® Four-WheelDrive Models• Depress the brake pedal and turn the

ignition switch ON with the engine shutoff.

• Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.

• Shift the transfer case into NEUTRALby holding down the NEUTRAL Pinswitch for four seconds until the LEDstarts to blink. The LED will stopblinking and remain on when the shiftis complete.

• Start the engine and shift into DRIVE toensure there is no vehicle movement.

• Shut the engine off and shift thetransmission into PARK.

• Place the ignition switch in the OFFposition and remove the key.

• Apply the parking brake, attach thevehicle to the tow vehicle with a towbar and release the parking brake.

• Refer to your Owner's Manual on theDVD for further details.

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BRAKE/TRANSMISSIONINTERLOCK MANUALOVERRIDE• The manual override may be used in

the event that the shift lever should failto move from PARK with the Key Fob inthe ON position and the brake pedalpressed.

• To operate the shift lock manualoverride, perform the following steps:

• Turn the Key Fob to the ON positionbut do not start the engine.

• Firmly set the parking brake.

• Using a flat-bladed screwdriver,carefully remove the shift lockmanual override cover which islocated on the PRNDL bezel.

• Press and maintain firm pressureon the brake pedal.

• Using the screwdriver, reach into themanual override opening. Press andhold the shift lock lever down.

• Press the Shifter Release button andshift into NEUTRAL.

• The vehicle may then be started inNEUTRAL.

• Have your vehicle inspected by yourlocal authorized dealer if the shift lockmanual override has been used.

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24 HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE• Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779.

• Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number.

• Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling.

• Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.

• You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival. If youfeel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know. With your consent, we willcontact local police or safety authorities.

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS

- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light

• If this indicator light flashes during acceleration, apply as little throttle as possible. Whiledriving, ease up on the accelerator. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing roadconditions. To improve the vehicles traction when starting off in deep snow, sand orgravel, it may be desirable to switch the ESP system off.

- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light• A Tire Pressure Monitoring Light and a “low tire” message will display in your instrument

cluster along with an audible chime if one or more of your vehicle’s four road tires aresignificantly under-inflated.

• Check the inflation pressure of each tire and inflate to the recommended pressure foryour vehicle. The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire andLoading Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening. The TPMS lightshould not be used as a tire pressure gauge when adjusting your tire pressure.

• It is recommended that you check the tire pressure in the morning when tires are cool;inflate each tire to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The light will turn offafter your vehicle’s tire pressures are properly inflated and the pressure has beenrecognized. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph(25 km/h) before the light will turn off.

• Temperature changes can affect tire pressure, causing the TPMS light to turn on. Tirepressures will also increase as the vehicle is driven – this is normal and you should notadjust for this increased pressure.

• Driving on under-inflated tires reduces your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and tire tread life. If aspare tire is in use on the vehicle, the TPMS light may turn on.

- Brake Warning Light• The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the

parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, itindicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-LockBrake System problem.

• We recommend you drive to the nearest Service Center and have the vehicle servicedimmediately.

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WARNING!

Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake systemmay have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident.Have the vehicle checked immediately.

- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

• Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., mayilluminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays onthrough several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normallyand not require towing.

• If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that couldlead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommendyou do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible if thisoccurs.

- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light/Brake AssistSystem (BAS) Warning Light• If the ESP/BAS warning light comes on continuously with the engine running, a

malfunction has been detected.

• If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been drivenseveral miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we recommend youdrive to the nearest Service Center as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosedand corrected.

- Charging System Light• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light

remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the chargingsystem.

• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have thevehicle serviced immediately.

- Oil Pressure Warning Light• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the

vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four minuteswhen this light turns on.

• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have thevehicle serviced immediately.

- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).

• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommendyou drive to the nearest Service Center and have the system serviced as soon aspossible.

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- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.

• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle theignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in thePARK position; the light should turn off.

• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is flashingwhen the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may experiencereduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle mayrequire towing.

- Airbag Warning Light• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend

you drive to the nearest Service Center and have the system serviced as soon aspossible.

Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message• If a “gas cap” message (shown as Check Gascap) appears, tighten the gas cap until a

“clicking” sound is heard.

• If the message continues to appear for more than three days after tightening the gas cap,see your dealer.

Oil Change IndicatorMessage• If an “oil change” message (shown as Oil Change Required) appears and a single chime

sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.Resetting The Light After Servicing• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine).

• Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.

• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.


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IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS• In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking

the appropriate action.

• On the highways — slow down.

• In city traffic — while stopped, shift transmission into NEUTRAL, but do not increaseengine idle speed.

NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C system adds heat to the engine

cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.• You can also turn the Temperature Control to maximum heat, the Mode Control to floor

and the Fan Control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to theradiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.

• If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately.• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have

the vehicle serviced immediately.

CAUTION!

Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperaturegauge reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the airconditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If thepointer remains on HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine offimmediately and call for service.

WARNING!

You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam fromyour radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open thehood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling systempressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.

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JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING

WARNING!

• Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating thejack or changing the wheel.

• Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jackand fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under avehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to aservice center where it can be raised on a lift.

• The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should notbe used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on afirm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.

• If it is necessary to retrieve the spare tire from under the vehicle on the side of thevehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger ofbeing hit.

Jack Location

• The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located in a compartment behind thethird row seat.


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Spare Tire Stowage• To remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle to rotate the “spare tire drive” nut which

is located under a plastic cover under the cargo load floor, just inside the liftgate opening.

• Lower the spare tire by turning the drive nut counterclockwise with the jack-handleassembly until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you topull the spare tire out from underneath the vehicle.

• When the spare is clear, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through thecenter of the wheel.

Preparations For Jacking• Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.

• Set the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into PARK.

• Turn the ignition to LOCK and turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.

• Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. Forexample, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel.

NOTE: Passengers should not remain in thevehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.

Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions

WARNING!

Carefully follow these tire changing procedures to help prevent personal injury ordamage to your vehicle: Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge ofthe roadway as possible before raising the vehicle.

• Remove the spare tire, jack and tools from their stored location.

• Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn whilethe wheel is still on the ground.

• Assemble the jack and jacking tools. Connect the jack handle driver to the extension,then to the lug wrench.

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• Place the jack:

• For front wheels, place it under the front lower control arm.

• For rear wheels, place it under the axle near the wheel to be changed.

• Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of thesill flange.

• Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tirejust clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.

WARNING!

Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable andcause an accident. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise thevehicle only enough to remove the tire.

• Remove the lug nuts, wheel cover (if equipped) and wheel.

• Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install the lug nuts with the cone-shapedend toward the wheel. Do NOT attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on thecompact spare. Lightly tighten the lug nuts clockwise. To avoid the risk of forcing thevehicle off the jack, do not tighten the nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.

• Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left, and remove the jack and wheelblocks.

• Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening for increasedleverage. Alternate nuts until each one has been tightened twice. The correct wheel nuttightness is 95 ft lbs (130 N•m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have themchecked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station.

WARNING!

A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or hard stop, could endanger theoccupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the placesprovided.

• Secure the tire, jack, and tools in their proper locations.

NOTE: Tire should be stowed with the “beauty” side up. Storing the tire upside down mayresult in scratching or damage to the wheel face. Continue winching up the tire until youhear the winch “ratchet” three times.


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JUMP-STARTING

WARNING!

Any procedure other than the following could result in:• Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out the battery vent,• Personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion,• Damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or of the immobilizedvehicle.

WARNING!

• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can startanytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be hurt by the fan.

• Remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that might make aninadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.

• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes,skin or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps or allow theclamps to touch each other. If acid splashes in your eyes or on skin, flush thecontaminated area immediately with large quantities of water.

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• A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep flamesor sparks away from the battery vent holes. Don’t lean over the battery whenattaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other.

• Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output thatexceeds 12-volts (i.e., do not use a 24-volt power source).

• Check the battery test indicator (if equipped). If a light or bright colored dot is visible inthe indicator, DO NOT jump-start the battery. If the indicator is dark or shows a green dot,proceed as follows:

• Remove all metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, which might make anunintended electrical contact.

WARNING!

• Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a groundconnection and personal injury could result.

• Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery. Theresulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result inpersonal injury.

• Park the booster vehicle within cable reach but without letting the vehicles touch. Set theparking brake on both vehicles, shift the automatic transmission into PARK, and turn theignition to LOCK.

• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical loads.

• Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery. Connectthe other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery.

• Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then tothe engine ground (-) of the vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure you have agood contact on the engine ground.

• Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster battery; let the engine idle a fewminutes.

• Start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.

• When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above sequence exactly. Be careful of themoving belts and fan.

WARNING!

During cold weather when temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in adischarged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the batterycould rupture or explode. The battery temperature must be brought up above thefreezing point before attempting a jump-start.


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EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS• If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, they are mounted in the front and the rear.

NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the front tow hooks tominimize the risk of damage to the vehicle.

WARNING!

• Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break,causing serious injury or death.

• Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps and chains maybreak, causing serious injury.

CAUTION!

Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do notuse tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage yourvehicle. Tow straps are recommended when towing the vehicle; chains may causevehicle damage.

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EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)• This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR

is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deploymentor hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systemsperformed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safetysystems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle isdesigned to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling.

• This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which a crashand injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crashsituation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and nopersonal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded. However, otherparties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type ofpersonally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

• To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to thevehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, suchas law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if theyhave access to the vehicle or the EDR.

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OPENING THE HOOD• Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the

instrument panel.

• Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and move the safety latch leverwhile lifting the hood at the same time.

WARNING!

Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fullylatched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure tofollow this warning could result in serious injury or death.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part CapacitiesEngine Coolant -3.7L without rearheat.

MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid OrganicAdditive Technology) or equivalent.

12.7 Quarts (11.8 Liters)Includes heater andcoolant recovery bottlefilled to MAX level.

Engine Coolant -3.7L with rear heat.


14 Quarts (13.2 Liters)Includes heater andcoolant recovery bottlefilled to MAX level.

Engine Coolant -5.7L without rearheat.



Engine Coolant -5.7L with rear heat.



Engine Oil withFilter 3.7L

API certified 5W-20 engine oil, Meeting therequirements of Chrysler Material StandardMS-6395. Refer to your oil filler cap for correctSAE grade.

5 Quarts (4.7 Liters)

Engine Oil withFilter 5.7L

API certified 5W-20 engine oil, meeting therequirements of Chrysler Material StandardMS-6395. Refer to your oil filler cap for correctSAE grade.

7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)

Fuel Selection 5.7L 87 Octane acceptable. 89 recommended for 5.7L. 21 Gallons (79 Liters)Engine Oil Filter3.7L, 5.7L

MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter or equivalent. —

Spark Plug 3.7L ZFR6F–11G (Gap 0.043 in [1.09 mm]) —Spark Plug 5.7L LZFR5C–11G (Gap 0.043 in [1.09 mm]) —AutomaticTransmission

MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluidor equivalent licensed ATF+4® product. —

Transfer Case(NV140 SingleSpeed Only.

MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluidor equivalent licensed ATF+4® product.. —

Transfer Case(NV245 Two SpeedOnly)

MOPAR® NV 247 / 245 Transfer Case Lubricantor equivalent. —

Axle Differential(Front / Rear)

MOPAR® Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE75W–140 (API–GL5) or equivalent with FrictionModifier Additive.

—

Brake MasterCylinder

MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be usedor equivalent. If DOT 3 is not available, then DOT4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brakefluids.

—

Power SteeringReservoir

This system requires the use of MOPAR®

Hydraulic System Power Steering Fluid orequivalent, Which meets Chrysler MatreialStandard MS–10838.

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FUSES

Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module)


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• The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the engine compartment near thebattery. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays.

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description8 10 Amp Red Lt Park Lamps9 10 Amp Red Trailer-Tow Park Lamps10 10 Amp Red Rt Park Lamps12 20 Amp Yellow Front Control Module (FCM) Batt #413 20 Amp Yellow Front Control Module (FCM) Batt #214 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedal15 20 Amp Yellow Ft Fog Lamps16 20 Amp Yellow Horn17 20 Amp Yellow Rear Fog Lamps (Export Only)18 20 Amp Yellow Front Control Module (FCM) Batt #119 20 Amp Yellow Lt Trailer-Tow Stop/Turn20 20 Amp Yellow Front Control Module (FCM) Batt #321 20 Amp Yellow Rt Trailer-Tow Stop/Turn22 30 Amp Pink Final Drive Control Module (FDCM)

MOD23 50 Amp Red Radiator Fan27 15 Amp Blue Ignition Off Draw (IOD) #1 —

Intrusion Module, Satellite Video,Steering Control Module

28 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw (IOD) #2 — Radio29 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

R/S30 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

R/O

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Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)

• The Power Distribution Center (PDC) is located in the left side of the engine compartmentnear the Brake Fluid Reservoir. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses andrelays.

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description1 50 Amp Red PTC Heater 1 (Diesel Only)2 40 Amp Green HID Headlamps3 50 Amp Red PTC Heater 2 (Diesel Only)4 30 Amp Pink Power Outlets5 50 Amp Red PTC Heater 3 (Diesel Only)6 30 Amp Pink Cig Lighter, Trail Tow Batt7 40 Amp Green Power Liftgate (Commander Only)8 40 Amp Green Starter, JB Power9 20 Amp Blue Front Power Windows10 — Spare11 40 Amp Green HVAC Blower12 30 Amp Pink Rear Wiper, Ign R/O13 40 Amp Green Rear Window Defroster (EBL)/Heated

Mirror14 30 Amp Pink Rear HVAC (If Equipped)15 — Spare16 50 Amp Red ASD


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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description17 30 Amp Pink ABS Pump18 40 Amp Green Accessory Delay, Seats19 40 Amp Green JB Power20 30 Amp Pink Wiper Motor21 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump22 20 Amp Yellow TCM, A/C Clutch23 25 Amp Natural Power Inverter24 20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seats25 20 Amp Yellow Final Drive Control Module (FDCM)26 15 Amp Blue Brake Lamps27 20 Amp Yellow HD Washer (If Equipped) (Export

Only)28 30 Amp Green ABS Valves29 20 Amp Yellow PCM Batt (Gasoline Only)30 — Spare31 — Spare32 15 Amp Blue Powertrain Control Module (Diesel

Only)33 20 Amp Yellow Final Drive Control Module (FDCM)

E-Diff34 — Spare35 20 Amp Yellow Trail-Tow Mod (Export Only)36 — Spare37 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Switch38 20 Amp Yellow HID Left39 20 Amp Yellow HID Right40 25 Amp Natural Next Generation Controller (NGC),

Injectors41 20 Amp Yellow Subwoofer (SRT Only)42 — Spare43 25 Amp Natural Coils, Actuators44 — Spare

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Interior Fuses

• The fuse panel is on the lower instrument panel just to the left of the steering column.

Cavity Mini-Fuse DescriptionF1 30 Amp Green Audio AmpF2 15 Amp Blue SunroofF3 10 Amp Red Htd Mirror (EBL)F4 20 Amp Yellow Rr Pwr OutF5 10 Amp Red Rr HVAC (R/O) (Commander Only)F6 SpareF7 20 Amp Yellow Door LocksF8 SpareF9 20 Amp Yellow Pwr OutletF10 10 Amp Red Final Drive Control Module (FDCM), HVAC,

Rear Heated Seat Switch, O/H, HVAC Relay,Rear Park Assist

F11 SpareF12 10 Amp Red Door Mods, O/H Lamps, IP Courtesy Lamps,

Glove Box LampF13 10 Amp Red Autowipe (R/A)F14 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Ltr (R/A)F15 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure TranspondersF16 10 Amp Red Upper & Lower Switch Bank, Diag. Connector,

Cluster


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Cavity Mini-Fuse DescriptionF17 15 Amp Blue Flipper GlassF19 Spare (R/S)F20 10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module, Cluster (R/S)F21 Spare (Acc Delay)F22 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper (B+)F24 10 Amp Red Power Distribution Center (PDC) Relays,

Powertrain Control Module, A580 (R/S)F25 10 Amp Red Shifter Assy (BTSI), Trans. Case Switch,

ESP/ABS, Trailer Sway Damp Relay

TIRE PRESSURES• Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and

inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle.

• The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and LoadingInformation” label located on the driver’s side door opening.

NOTE: Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for more information on the life of tires.

WARNING!

Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affectvehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of therecommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.

WARNING!

Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents. Under-inflation isthe leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, componentseparation, or “blow out”. Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock.Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure.Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems. You could lose control of yourvehicle. Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can failsuddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control.

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WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be

cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.

• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner orequivalent or select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner.

CAUTION!

Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not useoven cleaner. These products may damage the wheels protective finish. Avoidautomatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damagethe wheels protective finish. Only MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or equivalent isrecommended.

EXTERIOR BULBSLIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb NumberBackup, Tail, Stop, Turn Lamp 3057KCenter High-Mounted Stop Lamp(CHMSL)

LED ( *)

Fog Lamp - If Equipped 9145Front Park/Turn Signal 3157AFront Side Marker W5WHeadlamp – High Intensity Discharge(HID)

Service at Authorized Dealer (**)

Headlamp - Low Beam 9006Headlamp – High Beam 9005License Lamp 168

* CHMSL is not serviceable. It is a LED lamp. To replace the LED, the entire CHMSLassembly must be replaced.

** The headlamps are a type of high-voltage discharge tube. High voltage can remain in thecircuit even with the headlamp switch off and the key removed. Because of this, you shouldnot attempt to service a headlamp bulb yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicleto an authorized dealer for service.


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CHRYSLER GROUP LLCCUSTOMER CENTERP.O. Box 21–8004

Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004

Phone: 1–800–992–1997

CHRYSLER CANADA INC.CUSTOMER CENTERP.O. Box 1621

Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6

Phone: 1–800–465–2001

ASSISTANCE FOR THEHEARING IMPAIRED• To assist customers who have hearing

difficulties, the manufacturer hasinstalled special TDD(Telecommunication Devices for theDeaf ) equipment at its customercenter. Any hearing or speech impairedcustomer, who has access to a TDD ora conventional teletypewriter (TTY) inthe United States, can communicatewith the manufacturer by dialing1–800–380–CHRY. Canadian residentswith hearing difficulties that requireassistance can use the special needsrelay service offered by Bell Canada.For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711and for Voice callers, dial1–800–855–0511 to connect with a BellRelay Service operator.

WARNING!

Engine exhaust, some of itsconstituents, and certain vehiclecomponents contain, or emit,chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer and birthdefects, or other reproductive harm.In addition, certain fluids containedin vehicles and certain products ofcomponent wear contain, or emit,chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer and birthdefects, or other reproductive harm.

PUBLICATIONSORDERING• If you are the first registered retail

owner of your vehicle, you may obtain afree printed copy of the Owner'sManual, Warranty Booklet or RadioManuals on your DVD by calling1–800–992–1997 (U.S.) or1–800–387–1143 (Canada) or bycontacting your dealer.

• Replacement User Guides or DVDs or,if you prefer, a printed copy of theOwner's Manual, Warranty Booklet orRadio Manuals may be purchased byvisiting www.techauthority.com or bycalling 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) or1–800–387–1143 (Canada). Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discoverorders are accepted. If you prefermailing your order, please call theabove numbers for an order form.

NOTE: A street address is requiredwhen ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes).

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REPORTING SAFETYDEFECTS IN THE 50UNITED STATES ANDWASHINGTON, D.C.• If you believe that your vehicle has a

defect that could cause a crash orcause injury or death, you shouldimmediately inform the NationalHighway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) in addition to notifying themanufacturer.

• If NHTSA receives similar complaints,it may open an investigation, and if itfinds that a safety defect exists in agroup of vehicles, it may order a recalland remedy campaign. However,NHTSA cannot become involved inindividual problems between you, yourauthorized dealer, and themanufacturer.

• To contact NHTSA, you may either callthe Auto Safety Hotline toll free at1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov;or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200New Jersey Avenue, SE., WestBuilding, Washington, D.C. 20590. Youcan also obtain other information aboutmotor vehicle safety fromhttp://www.safercar.gov.

In Canada• If you believe that your vehicle has a

safety defect, you should contact theCustomer Service Departmentimmediately. Canadian customers whowish to report a safety defect to theCanadian government should write to:Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle DefectInvestigations and Recalls, 2780Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B3V9.

TIRE WARRANTY

Tire Limited Warranty AndAdjustment Policy• When a tire is removed from service

due to a covered warranty conditionunder a tire manufacturer’s “LimitedWarranty Program”, you may beeligible for a free tire replacement or acomparable new tire on a “proratedbasis”.

• Certain conditions, such as irregularwear or tire damage due to roadhazards, collision, improper inflation,intentional alteration, and misuse, areexcluded from the Limited WarrantyProgram. The Limited WarrantyProgram expires when your tires eitherwear to a specified tread depth, and/orafter a period of time from the date ofpurchase, as stated in the TireWarranty on the DVD.

NOTE: Refer to the Tire Warranty onthe DVD for specific informationrelating to the manufacturer's limitedwarranty for the tires installed onyour vehicle. The DVD can play onany computer or DVD player. If youhave any questions regarding thelimited tire warranty coverage,contact your local Chrysler dealer oryour local authorized tire dealer. Ifyou cannot access the DVD andwould like a paper copy of thelimited warranty for the tires installedon your vehicle, call 1-800-922-1997(U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) orask your Chrysler dealer.

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Disclaimer:

• THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S LIMITEDWARRANTY PROGRAM, THE DETAILSOF WHICH CAN BE FOUND, ON THEOWNERS MANUAL DVD, THE TIREMANUFACTURER’S WEBSITE OR ATANY AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIESOR WARRANTIES, EXPRESS ORIMPLIED, ARISING BY LAW OROTHERWISE, INCLUDING FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE ORMERCHANTABILITY. THE TIREMANUFACTURER EXPRESSLYDISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT,SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL ORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSTPROFIT, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OFGOODWILL, LOSS OF REPUTATION,PUNITIVE OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE,COST OR LOSS OF ANY KIND. SOMESTATES AND PROVINCES DO NOTALLOW THE EXCLUSION ORLIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL ORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THEABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSIONMAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

WARNING!

NOTE: Refer to the Owner’s Manualon the DVD for complete warninginformation that could preventaccidents, injuries and even deaths.

WARNING!

Death, serious injury and/or propertydamage may result from:• Tire failure due to impact damageand/or improper maintenance.

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• Tires should be inspectedregularly by a qualified technicianfor signs of damage, such aspunctures, impacts, underinflationor overloading.

• Progressive air loss may resultfrom punctures, cuts, curbing,impacts or partial bead unseating.

Some fitment causes for air loss are:• Incomplete bead seating.• Bead tearing caused by a machinetool due to insufficient lubricationor improper adjustment.

• Leaking valve core or rubber valvecomponents (these should bereplaced when problems aredetected and whenever tires arereplaced).

• Tire failure due to improperrepairs.

• See Rubber Manufacturer’sAssociation (RMA) establishedrepair procedures at www.rma.orgfor information on proper repairprocedures. Never perform atemporary repair or use an innertube as a substitute for a properrepair. Only qualified personsshould repair tires.

• Explosion of tire/rim assembly dueto improper mounting.

• Only specially trained personsshould mount tires.

• Failure to mount tires on approvedrims.

• Failure to deflate single or dualassemblies completely beforedemounting.

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Using Lift Kits• Use of lift kits with some vehicle/tire

combinations can cause instability orloss of control. When changing tiresizes, always consult an installer foroptimum rim width and carefully checkvehicle/tire clearances.

Check Your Tires For Damage• Frequent (at least monthly) inspection

of your tires for signs of damage,uneven tread wear and their generalcondition is important for safety.Impacts, penetrations, cracks, knots,bulges or air loss always require tireremoval and expert inspection.

Tire Service Life• The service life of a tire is dependent

upon varying factors including, but notlimited to, your driving style, tirepressure and distance driven.

WARNING!

Tires and the spare tire should bereplaced after six years, regardlessof the remaining tread. Failure tofollow this warning can result insudden tire failure. You could losecontrol and have an accidentresulting in serious injury or death.

• Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dryplace with as little exposure to the lightas possible.

• Protect tires from contact with oil,grease, and gasoline.

NOTE: All tire warranties are made bythe tire manufacturer. Tires are notcovered under your Chrysler New VehicleLimited Warranty.

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MOPAR® ACCESSORIES• The following highlights just some of the authentic Jeep Accessories by MOPAR® that

have been engineered to customize your Jeep Commander.

• To see the full line of accessories stop by your Jeep dealer or visit MOPAR.com

CHROME:• Grille • Tubular Side Steps • Body Side Moldings• Front Air Deflectors • Fuel Door

OFF ROAD:• Tubular Grille Guards • Rock Rails • Skid Plates• Tow Hooks

EXTERIOR:• Splash Guards • Side Window Air

Deflector• Molded Running Boards

• Wheels • Tail lamp Guards

INTERIOR:• Premium Carpet FloorMats

• Slush Floor Mats • Door Sill Guards

• Molded Cargo Tray • Folding Cargo Mat • Carpet Cargo Mat

ELECTRONICS:• Portable NavigationSystems

• uconnect™ web (WiFi) • uconnect™ tunes (REN)

• uconnect™ gps (RER) • Sirius Satellite Radio • Rear Seat Video• iPod® Adapter • Rear View Camera • Heated Seats

CARRIERS:• Hitch-mount Bike Carrier • Hitch Receivers • Roof Top Bike Carrier• Roof Top Cargo Basket • Roof Top Ski and

Snowboard Carrier• Roof Top Cargo Box

iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

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This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Jeep and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance

procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation Radio User Manual, Multimedia User Manual and other Warning Labels in your vehicle.Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle, visit www.mopar.com or your local Jeep dealer.

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